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  • Page 3: Gigaset C300H - Your High-Quality Accessory

    Gigaset C300H – your high-quality accessory Gigaset C300H – your high-quality accessory Congratulations on your purchase of this latest generation Gigaset. Your Gigaset can do a lot more than just make calls: Directory for up to 250 entries Save phone numbers and names to the directory (¢ page 26). You can designate important entries as VIPs (Very Important Persons).
  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Overview 1 Signal strength (¢ page 15) Colorchanges when Eco Mode is activated (¢ page 31) 2 Control key (¢ page 18) Mute microphone (¢ page 25) 3 Talk/Handsfree key Flashes: incoming call Lights up: handsfree mode activated accept call; start dialing (press briefly); open redial list (press and hold) During a call: switch between earpiece and handsfree mode (¢...
  • Page 5: Understanding The Display Icons

    Overview Understanding the display icons The following symbols are displayed, depending on the settings and the operating status of your phone: Signal strength i (¢ page 15) Keypad locked (¢ page 20) Ringer switched off (¢ page 34) Battery charging (¢ page 15) Battery charge status (¢...
  • Page 6: Using The Display Keys

    Using the display keys Other display icons: Connection cannot be established or connection Establishing a Connection established interrupted connection Ø Ü Ú Ø å Ú Ø ¼ Ú External call (¢ page 24) Internal call (¢ page 25) Alarm call (¢ page 31) Please wait...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Gigaset C300H – your high-quality accessory ..... . . 1 Overview ............2 Understanding the display icons .
  • Page 8 Contents Using the network mailbox ........30 Using fast access for the network mailbox .
  • Page 9: Following Safety Precautions

    Following safety precautions Following safety precautions Warning Be sure to read this user guide and the safety precautions before using your telephone. Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children. Use only the power adapter supplied. Use only rechargeable batteries that correspond to the specification provided on page 37, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and personal injury.
  • Page 10: Taking The First Steps

    Taking the first steps Taking the first steps Checking the package contents One Gigaset C300H handset Two batteries One battery cover One charger One power adapter One user guide...
  • Page 11: Setting Up The Charger

    Taking the first steps Setting up the charger The charger is designed for use in dry rooms in a temperature range of +41°F to +113°C. ¤ Set up the charger on a level, non-slip surface or mount the charger on the wall ¢...
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    Taking the first steps Setting up the handset for use The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Inserting the batteries and closing the battery cover Warning Use only rechargeable batteries (¢ page 37) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and personal injury.
  • Page 13: Changing The Display Language

    Taking the first steps Changing the display language To change the display language: ¤ Press right on the control key. ¤ Press the keys L and 4 slowly one after the other. The display for setting languages appears. English English ³...
  • Page 14: Registering The Handset

    Taking the first steps Registering the handset Before you can use the phone, you must first register the handset to the base. The registration procedure will depend on the type of base. Automatically registering the C300H handset to the Gigaset C300/ C300A base Prerequisite: The handset must not already be registered to a base.
  • Page 15 Taking the first steps A Gigaset C300H handset can be registered on up to four bases. Once the registration process has been completed successfully, the handset returns to idle status. The handset's internal number is shown in the display e.g., INT 2. If not, repeat the procedure.
  • Page 16: Setting The Date And Time

    Taking the first steps Setting the date and time Set the date and time so that the correct date and time can be assigned to incoming calls, and so that the alarm can be used. Please note Depending on your network provider, the date and time may be displayed automatically.
  • Page 17 Taking the first steps μ Saved The display shows Saved. You will hear a confirmation tone and the handset automatically reverts to idle status, or returns to the "Settings" menu if the set- ting was made via the menu. Display in idle status Once the phone is registered and the time set, the screen display is as follows (example).
  • Page 18: Setting Up Area Codes

    Taking the first steps Setting up area codes Before you can return a call from the Calls list (¢ page 29), you must store the local area code of the area in which your phone is being used. If your phone is in a mul- tiple area code region, you must also store the extra codes for that region.
  • Page 19: What Would You Like To Do Next

    Taking the first steps What would you like to do next? Now that you have successfully set up your Gigaset, you can immediately start call- ing – or you can adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to quickly locate the most important functions.
  • Page 20: Using The Phone

    Using the phone Using the phone Using the control key In the description below, the side of the control key (up, down, right, left) which you have to press in the different operating situ- ations is marked in black e.g., v for "press the right edge of the control key."...
  • Page 21: Using The Menus

    Using the phone Using the menus Your telephone's functions are accessed via a menu consisting of several levels (menu overview ¢ page 23). Main menu (first menu level) ¤ With the handset in idle status, press the display key §Menu§ or right on the control key v to open the main menu.
  • Page 22: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    Using the phone Activating/deactivating the handset In idle status, press and hold the end call key (confirmation tone). Activating/deactivating keypad lock Keypad lock prevents any inadvertent use of the phone. In idle status, press and hold the pound key (confirmation tone). The º...
  • Page 23: Understanding The Operating Steps

    Using the phone Understanding the operating steps The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form, for example: ¤ Settings ¤ Eco Mode (³ = on) §Menu§ ¤ This means you should proceed as follows: ¤ Press the key below §Menu§ on the dis- Redial Menu...
  • Page 24 Using the phone Eco Mode ... until the Eco Mode menu item ³ appears. ¤ Press the key below Back §OK§ on the display screen to switch the function on or off (³ = on). ¤ Press the key below §Back§...
  • Page 25: Menu Overview

    Menu overview Menu overview The menu entries are partially subdivided. The page numbers refer to the rel- evant description in the user guide. §Menu§ To open the main menu: press the display key when the phone is in idle mode. Ë...
  • Page 26: Making Calls

    Making calls Making calls If the ringer is intrusive, you can deactivate ¤ Silent ¤ §Menu§ §OK§ When the display backlight is switched off You can accept the call as long as it is dis- (¢ page 32), pressing any key will activate it. played on the screen.
  • Page 27: Switching To Mute

    Making calls Switching to mute You can deactivate your handset's micro- phone during a call. Press right on the control key to mute the handset. The display shows Microphone is turned off. Press the key again to reactivate the microphone. Making internal calls Internal calls are free calls between handsets that are registered with the same base.
  • Page 28: Using The Directory And Lists

    Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Saving a number in the directory s ¤ ¤ New Entry §Menu§ lists §OK§ Enter the number and press §OK§ Enter the name and press The options are: u Directory Order of directory entries u Redial list u Call list Directory entries are generally sorted alpha-...
  • Page 29: Another Handset

    Using the directory and lists Managing directory entries Using shortcut keys s ¤ s (Select entry) You can assign directory entries to the keys Q and 2 through O: §Menu§ Press the display key. s ¤ q (select entry) ¤ ¤...
  • Page 30: Using The Redial List

    Using the directory and lists Copying the displayed number to The following functions can be selected with q: the directory Use Number You can copy numbers displayed in a list e.g., (as in the directory, ¢ page 27) the call list or redial list, to the directory. Copy to directory (¢...
  • Page 31: Call List (Dependent On Base)

    Using the directory and lists The number of new entries is displayed Call list (dependent on base) under the corresponding icon. Ã ™ Prerequisite: Caller ID (CID) Dependent on the base, the call list contains: u All calls – Accepted calls Please note –...
  • Page 32: Using The Network Mailbox

    Using the network mailbox Using the network Viewing the network mailbox message mailbox When a message is recorded, you receive a The network mailbox is your provider's voice call from the network mailbox. If you have mail feature within the network. More infor- requested Caller ID, the network mailbox mation is available from your provider.
  • Page 33: Eco Dect

    ECO DECT ECO DECT Using the handset as an alarm clock You are helping to protect the environment with your Gigaset. Prerequisite: The date and time have already been set. Reducing energy consumption Your telephone has a power-saving adapter Activating/deactivating the alarm plug and uses less power.
  • Page 34: Handset Settings

    Handset settings Handset settings Contrast Nine contrast settings are available. Backlight Your handset is preset, but you can change Depending on whether or not the hand- the settings to suit your individual require- set is in the charger, you can activate or ³...
  • Page 35: Changing The Handsfree/Earpiece Volume

    Handset settings Changing the handsfree/ Setting the ringer volume earpiece volume The ringer volume is the same for all types of ring. You can set the volume for handsfree mode In idle status: t ¤ Ringer Volume and earpiece mode to five different levels. In idle status: t ¤...
  • Page 36: Changing The Base

    Handset settings Settings Activating/deactivating Ringer off from: / Ringer off until: advisory tones/battery warning Enter time in 4-digit format. tones Please note Your handset uses advisory tones to tell you During this period, you will con- about different activities and statuses. These tinue to receive calls from numbers can be activated and deactivated independ- to which you have assigned a per-...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The number of the caller is not displayed despite Caller ID. Caller ID is not enabled. If you have any queries about the use of your ¥ The caller should ask the network provider to telephone, visit our website at enable Caller ID (CID).
  • Page 38: Protecting Our Environment

    Protecting our environment Protecting our Disposal Batteries should not be disposed of in gen- environment eral household waste. Observe the local waste disposal regulations, details of which can be obtained from your local authority. Our environmental mission All electrical and electronic equipment must statement be disposed of separately from general household waste using the sites designated...
  • Page 39: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Handset operating times/charging times This Gigaset can charge batteries up to a Caring for your phone capacity of 1000 mAh. The use of special high-performance batteries or batteries with high capacities is not recommended for Wipe down the base station and handset cordless phones.
  • Page 40: Writing And Editing Text

    Appendix u The first letter of the name of directory General specifications entries is automatically capitalized and followed by lower case letters. DECT standard Is supported GAP standard Is supported Setting uppercase/lowercase or digits No. of channels 60 duplex channels Repeatedly press the pound key # to Radio frequency range 1880–1900 MHz change the text input mode.
  • Page 41: Industry Canada Certification

    Industry Canada Certification Industry Canada FCC / ACTA Information Certification Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Gigaset Communica- tions USA LLC could void the FCC authority to Operation is subject to the following two condi- operate the equipment.
  • Page 42 FCC / ACTA Information Notice for Direct Inward Dialing until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunction- ("DID") ing. ALLOWING THIS EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED IN If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for SUCH A MANNER AS TO NOT PROVIDE FOR repair or warranty information, please contact PROPER ANSWER SUPERVISION IS A VIOLATION...
  • Page 43: Safety Precautions

    FCC / ACTA Information Safety precautions d.) If the product does not operate normally by fol- lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating Before using your telephone equipment, basic instructions because improper adjustment of safety instructions should always be followed to other controls may result in damage and may reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to...
  • Page 44: Service (Customer Care)

    FCC / ACTA Information Service (Customer Care) Customer Care Warranty for Cordless Products To obtain Customer Care Warranty service, product operation information, or for problem resolution, call: 1-866 247-8758 Toll Free: End-user limited warranty – Products which have been repaired, main- tained or modified (including the antenna) by This product is covered by a one year limited war- anyone other than Gigaset NAM or a Gigaset...
  • Page 45 FCC / ACTA Information 6. LIMITATION ON REMEDIES; NO – Payments for labor or service to representa- tives or service centers not authorized to per- CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER form product maintenance by Gigaset NAM. DAMAGES – Loss of data. Your exclusive remedy for any breach of this lim- –...
  • Page 46: Governing Law

    Frankenstr. 2a, D-46395 Bocholt REPLACEMENT, AS PROVIDED UNDER THE WAR- Manufactured by Gigaset Communications GmbH RANTY, IS YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under trademark license of Siemens AG. FOR BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. © Gigaset Communications GmbH 2010 All rights reserved.
  • Page 47: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Ordering Gigaset products You can order Gigaset products from your specialist retailer. Use only original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and personal injury, and also ensure that all the relevant regulations are complied with. Mounting the charger on the wall ø...
  • Page 48: Index

    Index Index Character set ......... . Charge status display .
  • Page 49 Index Extra codes ......display keys ......
  • Page 50 Index ............On/Off key Talk key .
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