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  • Page 1 Congratulations By purchasing a Gigaset, you have chosen a brand that is fully committed to sustainability. This product’s packaging is eco-friendly! To learn more, visit www.gigaset.com.
  • Page 3: The Handset At A Glance

    The handset at a glance The handset at a glance ¢ 1 Display in idle status 2 Battery charge status ( ¢ page 17) ¢ 3 Display keys ( page 20) 4 Message key ( page 38) Access to calls and message lists; Flashes: new message or new call 5 End call key, On/Off key End call, cancel function, go back one menu...
  • Page 4: Display Symbols

    Display symbols Display symbols The following symbols are displayed dependent on the settings and the operating status of your telephone: ¢ Signal strength i( page 52) ¢ or ECO Mode+ ¼ icon ( page 52) ¢ Ringtone switched off ( page 61) ¢...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety precautions ..........6 Gigaset C610 – more than just a telephone ......7 First steps .
  • Page 6 Contents Using the directory and lists ........34 Directory .
  • Page 7 Contents Handset settings ..........58 Quick access to numbers and functions .
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Do not use your phone in environments with a potential explosion hazard (e.g. paint shops). ƒ If you give your Gigaset to someone else, make sure you also give them the user guide. Please remove faulty bases from use or have them repaired by our Service depart- ment, as they could interfere with other wireless services.
  • Page 9: Gigaset C610 - More Than Just A Telephone

    ). Menu options that are only available in expert mode are marked with the icon. Gigaset Green Home – be environmentally aware when using your phone. For more information, see www.gigaset.com/service. You can find additional information about your telephone at www.gigaset.com/gigasetc610.
  • Page 10: First Steps

    First steps First steps Checking the pack contents one Gigaset C610 base one mains adapter one Gigaset C610H handset one phone cord two batteries one battery cover one belt clip one user guide If you have purchased a model with multiple hand-...
  • Page 11: Setting Up The Base And Charging Cradle (If Included)

    Please note: Never expose the telephone to the influence of heat sources, direct sunlight or other electrical devices. Protect your Gigaset from moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and vapours. Connecting the base ¤ First connect the tel-...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Charging Cradle (If Included)

    First steps Connecting the charging cradle (if included) ¤ Connect the flat plug from the mains adapter 1. ¤ Plug the mains adapter into the plug socket 2. If you need to disconnect the plug from the charging cradle, press the release button and disconnect the plug 4.
  • Page 13: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    Warning ¢ Only use the rechargeable batteries ( page 71) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH, i.e. never use conventional (non-rechargeable) batter- ies, as this could result in significant health risks and personal injury. For exam- ple, the outer casing of the batteries could be damaged or the batteries could explode.
  • Page 14 First steps Attaching the belt clip The handset has notches on each side to attach the belt clip. ¤ To attach – press the belt clip onto the back of the handset so that the protrusions on the belt clip engage with the notches. ¤...
  • Page 15 Charge the handset in the base for 10 hours. 10 h Please note The handset must only be placed in the designated Gigaset C610 base or charg- ing cradle. ¤ After charging, remove the handset from the base and only replace it when the batteries are fully discharged.
  • Page 16: Changing The Display Language

    First steps Changing the display language Change the display language, if you do not understand the language currently set. ¤ Press right on the control key. ¤ Press the keys L and 5 slowly one after the other. ± The display for setting languages appears. Deutsch Ø...
  • Page 17: Setting The Date And Time

    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. ¤ §Time§ Press the key below on the screen display to open the input field.
  • Page 18 First steps ¤ Back Save §Save§ Press the key below on the dis- play screen to confirm your entry. Date/Time ‰ The display shows Saved. You will hear a Saved confirmation tone and the handset will automatically return to idle status.
  • Page 19: Battery Charging

    52) is activated, the ¼ icon is displayed in the top left. If Eco Mode+ ( Your phone is now ready for use! Connecting the headset You can connect a headset with a 2.5 mm jack connector. See the relevant product page at www.gigaset.com for information on recommended headsets.
  • Page 20: What Would You Like To Do Next

    First steps What would you like to do next? Now you have successfully started your Gigaset, you will probably want to adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to quickly locate the most important subjects. If you are unfamiliar with menu-driven devices such as other Gigaset telephones ¢...
  • Page 21: Using The Phone

    Using the phone Using the phone Control key Below, the side of the control key that you must press in the respective operating situation is marked in black (top, bottom, right, left, centre), e.g. v for "press right on the control key"...
  • Page 22: Display Keys

    Using the phone Display keys The functions of the display keys change depending on the particular operating sit- uation. Example: Current display key functions. Back Save Display keys Some important display keys: Options Open a context-dependent menu. Confirm selection. Û Delete key: delete one character/word at a time from right to left.
  • Page 23: Menu Guidance

    Using the phone Menu guidance Your telephone's functions are accessed using a menu that has a number of levels. • The menu display can be extended (Expert mode ) or reduced (Standard mode). Expert mode is activated by default. • Settings or functions that are only available in expert mode are marked in these instructions with the icon.
  • Page 24: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    (confirmation tone) to switch off the handset. Press and hold the end call key again to switch the handset on. Please note When the handset is switched on, an animation of the Gigaset logo will be dis- played for several seconds. Activating/deactivating the keypad lock The keypad lock prevents any inadvertent use of the phone.
  • Page 25: Illustration Of Operating Steps In The User Guide

    Using the phone Illustration of operating steps in the user guide The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form. Example: The illustration: Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ Eco Mode Eco Mode+ (³ = on) means: ¤ Press right on the control key v to open the main menu.
  • Page 26 Using the phone Eco Mode Press down on the control key s ¤ ³ Eco Mode ´ until the Eco Mode+ menu appears Eco Mode+ on the display. Back Change ¤ §Change§ Press the display key activate/deactivate the function. Eco Mode Changes are effective immediately ³...
  • Page 27: Menu Overview

    Menu overview Menu overview Setting standard or expert mode • • The menu display can be extended (Expert mode ) or reduced (Standard mode). Menu options that are only available in expert mode are marked with the icon. The settings are carried out as follows: Ï...
  • Page 28 Menu overview Ê Call Lists ¢ All Calls page 38 ¢ Outgoing Calls page 38 ¢ Accepted Calls page 38 ¢ Missed Calls page 38 Ì Voice Mail ¢ Play Messages Network Mailbox page 51 • ¢ Network Mailbox page 51 Ç...
  • Page 29 Menu overview Ï Settings ¢ Date/Time page 15 ¢ Audio Settings Handset Volume • page 60 ¢ Advisory Tones page 62 ¢ Ringtones(Handset) • page 61 ¢ Music on hold page 63 ¢ Display Screensaver page 59 ¢ Large Font page 60 ¢...
  • Page 30: Making Calls

    Making calls Making calls When the function is activated, the idle dis- play looks as shown below: ¢ If the backlight is deactivated ( page 60) it is switched on by pressing any key. Digit 07:15 ” keys appear on the display for pre-dialling; INT 1 22 Oct all other keys do not have any further func-...
  • Page 31: Calling Line Identification

    (CLIP) Accept Silence By default, the number of the caller is shown in the display of your Gigaset telephone. You ¢ 1 Ringtone icon (background colour changes if do not have to make any other settings on VIP group is assigned page 36) ä/ k/ l...
  • Page 32: Handsfree Mode

    If If the telephone is muted, all keys except the mute key h and the end-call key necessary, contact your provider. a will not work. Additional information on this subject can be found on the Gigaset homepage at: www.gigaset.com/service...
  • Page 33: Making Calls Using Network Services

    Making calls using network services Making calls using Rejecting a waiting call You can hear the call waiting tone but do not network services want to speak to the caller. ¢ §Options§ Reject Waiting call Network services are functions that your The caller hears the busy tone.
  • Page 34: Consultation Call, Call Swap, Conference

    Making calls using network services Consultation call, call swap, Call swapping conference You can speak to both callers one at a time (call swap). These functions enable you to Precondition: You are conducting an exter- Call a second external caller (consultation nal call and have called a second participant call call) (consultation call) or have accepted a wait-...
  • Page 35: Further Functions

    Making calls using network services Further functions Connecting without dialling If you remove the telephone from the base/ charging cradle or press the talk key c the stored number is automatically dialled after five seconds without having to press a button.
  • Page 36: Using The Directory And Lists

    Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Saving a number in the directory ¢ <New Entry> lists ¤ Change multiple line input: First Name: / Surname: The options are: Enter first names and/or surnames. Directory If a name is not entered in any of the Redial list fields, the telephone number is saved and Incoming SMS message list...
  • Page 37 Using the directory and lists Order of directory entries Managing directory entries Directory entries are generally sorted alpha- Viewing entries ¢ s (Select entry). betically by surname. Spaces and digits take first priority. If only the first name was §View§ entered in the directory, this is incorporated Press the display key.
  • Page 38 Using the directory and lists Copy Entry Please note: to Internal: Send a single entry to a hand- ¢ Entries with identical numbers are not set ( page 36). overwritten on the receiving handset. vCard via SMS: Send a single entry in The transfer is cancelled if the phone vCard format via SMS.
  • Page 39: Redial List

    Using the directory and lists ¤ Change multiple line input: When you are on the phone a reminder call is indicated on the handset with a single Annivers. (Date) advisory tone. Enter day/month/year in 8-digit format. Anniversaries that are indicated during a call Anniversary (time) and that are elapsed are entered in the ¢...
  • Page 40: Call Lists

    Using the directory and lists §View§ Call lists Select the display key to access addi- tional information, including for example the number linked to the name. If you have Precondition: Calling Line Identification CNIP, then the name and town that is regis- (CLIP, page 29) tered with your network provider for the Your telephone stores various types of calls:...
  • Page 41 Using the directory and lists In idle status, the display shows an icon for Disabling/enabling message key the new message: flashing You can select whether the message key f Icon New message... Ã ...on the network mailbox flashes (default setting) or does not flash ™...
  • Page 42: List Of Missed Appointments

    Making cost-effective calls List of missed appointments Making cost-effective ¢ calls Missed anniversaries ( page 36) are saved in the Missed Alarms list if: You do not accept an anniversary. Make phone calls through a network pro- The anniversary was signalled during vider who offers particularly low-cost call a phone call.
  • Page 43 Making cost-effective calls • Saving preselection numbers Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ Telephony Preselection ¢ Preselection No. Enter or change the preselec- tion number (call-by-call number). §Save§ Press the display key. Save or change entries in the preselection lists Each of the two lists can contain 20 entries, each with 6 digits.
  • Page 44: Sms (Text Messages)

    SMS (text messages) SMS (text messages) Please note For instructions on how to enter text and special characters, please see Your device is delivered ready to send SMS page 72. messages. An SMS can be up to 612 characters. If Preconditions: there are more than 160 characters, the SMS is sent as a linked SMS (up to...
  • Page 45 SMS (text messages) • SMS status report The number will be displayed in the first line, if the entry has been saved with the phone Precondition: Your network provider sup- number, i.e. when the SMS was saved from ports this feature. the incoming message list.
  • Page 46: Receiving An Sms

    Sending SMS messages as a fax New SMS messages are signalled on all Ë You can also send an SMS to a fax machine. Gigaset C610H handsets by the icon in the display, the flashing message key f Precondition: Your network provider sup- ports this feature.
  • Page 47 SMS (text messages) If necessary select a mailbox and open list by Replying to or forwarding text §OK§ selecting (if necessary enter mailbox PIN messages ¤ §OK§ and confirm by pressing Reading an SMS The number and date of receipt are dis- §Options§...
  • Page 48: Sms With Vcard

    SMS (text messages) • SMS with vCard Notification by SMS The vCard is an electronic business card. It is You can be notified about missed calls via displayed by the Å symbol in the body of SMS. the SMS. Precondition: For missed calls, the caller's A vCard can include: number (CLI) must have been transmitted.
  • Page 49: Sms Mailboxes

    SMS (text messages) Active mailboxes are marked with μ in the SMS mailboxes mailbox list. They are shown in the SMS list and can, if necessary, be displayed by press- ing the message key f. The general mailbox is the default setting. Anyone can access this mailbox and it can- not be protected by a PIN.
  • Page 50: Setting Sms Centres

    SMS (text messages) ¤ Setting SMS centres Change multiple line input: Active Send: SMS messages are exchanged between SMS §Yes§ Select if SMS messages are to be sent centres operated by service providers. You via the SMS centre. For the SMS centres 2 must enter the SMS centre through which to 4, the setting only applies to the next you wish to send and receive SMS messages...
  • Page 51: Sms Info Services

    (CLIP). The CLIP evaluation of the SMS up to 10 info services can be saved. You can centre number is completed in your obtain information about the info services Gigaset. available and their costs from your service provider. • Depending on your PABX, you may have...
  • Page 52: Activating/Deactivating Sms Function

    SMS (text messages) Activating/deactivating SMS 4. No number or an invalid number is entered for the SMS centre set as the active send service function ¥ ¢ centre. Enter the number ( page 48). If you deactivate the SMS function, you can- You receive an incomplete SMS.
  • Page 53: Using The Network Mailbox

    ( page 38). network mailbox and entering the network mailbox number Ì ¢ ¢ Network Mailbox Enter the number for the net- work mailbox. §Save§ Press the display key. The setting for fast access applies to all Gigaset C610H handsets.
  • Page 54: Eco Dect

    ¢ ¢ Eco Mode ¢ You are helping to protect the environment Eco Mode / Eco Mode+ with your Gigaset CS590. §Change§ Press the display key (³ = on). Reduced energy consumption Status displays By using an energy-saving power supply, Display icon your telephone consumes less power.
  • Page 55: Setting The Alarm Clock

    You can register up to six handsets to your clock and setting the wake-up time base. É ¢ ¢ A Gigaset C610H handset can be registered Alarm Clock ¤ on up to four bases. Change multiple line input: Activation: Manual registration of the Select On or Off.
  • Page 56: De-Registering Handsets

    Using several handsets Registering other handsets Changing the base You can register other Gigaset handsets and If your handset is registered to more than handsets for other devices with GAP func- one base, you can set it to a particular base tionality as follows.
  • Page 57 Using several handsets Transferring a call to another either: handset §End§ Press the display key. You are reconnected with the You can transfer an external call to another external participant. handset (connect). Open the list of handsets. §Conference§ Press the display key. The external participant hears All 3 participants are connected hold music if activated...
  • Page 58: Listening In To An External Call

    Using several handsets Listening in to an external call Changing the name of a handset Precondition: The Listening In function must be activated. The names "INT 1", "INT 2" etc. are assigned You are conducting an external call. An inter- automatically on registration.
  • Page 59: Using A Handset As A Room Monitor (Babyphone)

    Using a handset as a room monitor (Babyphone) Using a handset as a Warning! You should always check the opera- room monitor tion of the room monitor before use. For example, test its sensitivity. (Babyphone) Check the connection if you are diverting the room monitor to an external number.
  • Page 60: Handset Settings

    Handset settings ¤ §Save§ Press to save the settings. To reactivate the room function with the same phone number: When the room monitor function is acti- ¤ Turn on the activation again and save vated, the idle display looks as shown below: ¢...
  • Page 61: Changing The Display Language

    Handset settings Dialling a number/changing Changing the display language assignment You can view the display texts in different Precondition: The digit key already has a languages. Ï number assigned to it. ¢ ¢ Language When the handset is in idle status ¤...
  • Page 62: Activating/Deactivating Auto Answer

    Handset settings • Setting large font Activating/deactivating auto answer You can increase the front size of print and symbols in selection fields, lists and in the directory to improve readability. After doing If you activate this function, when you this, only one entry instead of multiple receive a call you can simply lift the handset entries can be shown at the same time on out of the base/charging cradle without hav-...
  • Page 63: Changing Ringtones

    Handset settings Changing ringtones Suspend ring. until: Enter the end of the period in 4-digit for- mat. Volume: You can choose between five volumes (1– 5; e.g. volume 3 = Š) and the "cre- Please note During this period, you will continue to scendo"...
  • Page 64: Activating/Deactivating Advisory Tones

    Handset settings §Save§ Activating/deactivating the alert Press the display key. tone Please note In place of the ringtone you can activate an You can also set the call volume, the ring- alert tone. When you receive a call, you will tones and the advisory tones via the ¢...
  • Page 65: Restoring The Handset Default Settings

    Base settings Eco Mode and Eco Mode+. • The base settings are carried out using a reg- Protecting against istered Gigaset C610H handset. unauthorised access • Activating/deactivating Protect the system settings of the base with music on hold a PIN known only to yourself.
  • Page 66: Resetting The System Pin

    Base settings Resetting the system PIN If you have forgotten your system PIN you can reset the base to the original code 0000: Disconnect the power cord from the base. Hold down the registration/paging key on the base while reconnecting the power cable to the base.
  • Page 67: Connecting The Base To The Pabx

    Connecting the base to the PABX • Connecting the base to Saving an access code (outside line code) the PABX Precondition: You may have to enter an The following settings are only necessary if access code for external calls in your PABX, your PABX requires them;...
  • Page 68: Setting Pauses

    Connecting the base to the PABX Setting pauses Temporarily switching to tone dialling (DTMF) Changing the pause after line If your PABX still operates with dial pulsing seizure (DP), but you need tone dialling for a con- You can change the length of the pause that nection (e.g.
  • Page 69: Customer Service & Assistance

    (0.026 € per minute from the Greek phone network. For calls from mobile phone networks, other prices may apply.) Please note that if the Gigaset product is not sold by authorised dealers in the national territory the product may not be fully compatible with the national telephone network. It is clearly spec- ified on the box near the CE mark as well as on the bottom of the base station for which country/ countries the equipment has been developed.
  • Page 70: Questions And Answers

    64). your phone, you can contact us 24/7 at Forgotten the system PIN. ¥ ¢ www.gigaset.com/service. Reset the system PIN to 0000 ( page 64). The table below contains a list of common The other party cannot hear you.
  • Page 71: Authorisation

    Guarantee default becoming evident. essential requirements and other relevant Ownership of devices or components provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC replaced by and returned to Gigaset (R&TTE). Communications shall vest in Gigaset If you require a copy of the original, visit the Communications.
  • Page 72: Environment

    Our environmental mission eral household waste. Observe the local statement waste disposal regulations, details of which We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, bear can be obtained from your local authority. social responsibility and are actively com- All electrical and electronic equipment must mitted to a better world.
  • Page 73: Appendix

    4. Do not switch on the handset again un- teries in the FAQ section of the Gigaset til it is completely dry. Customer Care pages is regularly updated: When it has fully dried out, you will normally www.gigaset.com/service...
  • Page 74: Writing And Editing Text

    Appendix General specifications Writing and editing text The following rules apply when writing text: Each key between Q and O is DECT standard is supported GAP standard is supported assigned several letters and characters. Control the cursor with u v t s No.
  • Page 75 Appendix Greek 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 7x 8x 9x 10x 11x 12x α β ά 2 a b c δ ε φ έ 3 d e f γ η ι ή ί ϊ ΐ 4 g h i κ...
  • Page 76: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Gigaset handsets Upgrade your Gigaset to a cordless PABX: Gigaset C610H handset Social life management with room monitor and birthday reminders, One Touch Call mode Individual programming of ringtones with 6 VIP-groups High-quality keypad with illumination 1.8´´ TFT colour display...
  • Page 77 Accessories Gigaset S810H handset Brilliant sound quality in handsfree mode High-quality genuine metal keypad with illumination Plus/minus key for simple volume control 1.8´´ TFT colour display Bluetooth® and mini USB Directory for up to 500 vCards Talk/standby time of up to 13h/180h, standard batteries...
  • Page 78 Gigaset handset and the base. www.gigaset.com/gigasetrepeater Compatibility For more information on handset functions in relation to Gigaset bases, please visit: www.gigaset.com/compatibility All accessories and batteries are available from your phone retailer. Only use original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and personal...
  • Page 79: Mounting The Base On The Wall

    Mounting the base on the wall Mounting the base on the wall 43 mm approx. 5.5 mm Mounting the charging cradle on the wall 21 mm approx. 4 mm...
  • Page 80: Index

    Index Index Call ......accepting ....connect participant .
  • Page 81 Index Control key ......Display keys ......
  • Page 82 Index contact with liquid ....listening in ......
  • Page 83 Index Making calls ..... accepting a call ......On/Off key .
  • Page 84 Index Star key ............System settings .

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