(¢ page 33). Other practical information Transfer the directory from an existing Gigaset handset (¢ page 26), use the shortcut func- tion (¢ page 26) and adjust the colour and contrast of the display to your requirements (¢ page 31).
Overview Understanding the display icons The following symbols are displayed dependent on the settings and the operating status of your telephone: Signal strength i (¢ page 15) or ECO Mode+ icon ¼ (¢ page 30) Keypad locked (¢ page 19) Ringer switched off (¢...
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 ì Ú External call (¢ page 23) Internal call (¢ page 24) Alarm call (¢ page 30) Please wait ...
ƒ If you give your Gigaset to a third party, make sure you also give them the user guide. Remove faulty bases from use or have them repaired by our Service, as these could interfere with other wireless services.
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 www.InternetVoipPhone.co.uk | sales@internetvoipphone.co.uk | 0800 088 4846...
Please note: u Never expose the telephone to the influence of heat sources, direct sunlight or other electrical devices. u Protect your Gigaset from moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and fumes. Connecting the charger ¤ Connect the flat plug from the power adapter 1.
Inserting the batteries and closing the battery cover Warning Use only rechargeable batteries (¢ page 40) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and personal injury. For example, the outer casing of the batteries could be destroyed or the batteries could explode.
Taking the 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 4 slowly one after the other. The display for setting languages appears.
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.
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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.
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.
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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).
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.
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".
Using the phone Using the menus Your telephone's functions are accessed via a menu consisting of several levels (menu overview ¢ page 22). 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.
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 hash key (confirmation tone). The key- º...
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...
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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§...
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...
Making calls Making calls Accepting a call The handset indicates an incoming call in When the display backlight is switched off three ways: by ringing, by a display on the screen and by the flashing talk key c. (¢ page 31), pressing any key will activate To accept the call, press the talk key c.
Making calls Using handsfree mode Making internal calls In handsfree mode, you activate the loud- Internal calls are free calls between handsets speaker so that you can hear the caller with- that are registered with the same base. out having to hold the handset to your ear. Calling a specific handset You therefore have both hands free and other people can listen in on the conversa-...
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 Incoming message list (dependent on Directory entries are generally sorted alpha-...
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Using the directory and lists The following functions can be selected Using shortcut keys with q: You can assign directory entries to the keys Q and 2–O: VIP Caller Melody s ¤ q (select entry) ¤ Mark a directory entry as a VIP (Very ¤...
The redial list contains the ten numbers last ... in the answering machine list dialled with the handset (max. 32 numbers). (Gigaset C300A only) or on the net- If one of the numbers is in the directory, the work mailbox ™...
(2) (example): u All calls – Accepted calls – Unanswered calls – Calls recorded by the answering Calls List: machine (Gigaset C300A only) 02+03 u Or missed calls only – Unanswered calls and Back – Calls not recorded by the answering machine (Gigaset C300A only) Select a list with q.
(¢ page 27). set C300 base. If you have registered your handset to a different base, such as the Please note Gigaset C300A, please refer to your base Enter the network mailbox phone user guide. number into your directory along with the designation "Network mailbox";...
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.
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...
Handset settings Changing the handsfree/ Changing ringtones earpiece volume u Volume: You can choose between five volumes (e.g., volume 2 = ˆ ) and the You can set the volume for handsfree mode and earpiece mode to five different levels. "crescendo"...
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Handset settings For external calls: Activating/deactivating the ringer In idle status: You can: t ¤ Ringtones (Handset) u Permanently deactivate the ringer in idle External Calls status or when receiving a call u Deactivate the ringer for the current call §OK§...
Handset settings Changing the base Restoring the handset default settings If your handset is registered to more than one base, you can set it to a particular base You can reset individual settings and or to the base that has the best reception changes that you have made.
Service Hotline: 1850 777 277 (6.6561 Ct./Call) 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.
Each incoming call resets the date/time incor- rectly. We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, The date and time are sent via e.g., your network declare that this device meets the essential provider, a router or PABXs during calling line dis- requirements and other relevant regulations play.
The duration of the Guarantee shall not manufacturing and/or material faults be extended by services rendered under within 24 months of purchase, Gigaset the terms of the Guarantee. Communications shall, at its own option u Insofar as no Guarantee default exists,...
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This Guarantee shall apply to new devices purchased in the European Union. For Products sold in the Republic of Ireland the Guarantee is issued by Gigaset Com- munications UK Limited, Quatro House, Lyon Way, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER. www.InternetVoipPhone.co.uk | sales@internetvoipphone.co.uk | 0800 088 4846...
All electrical and electronic equipment must statement be disposed of separately from general household waste using the sites designated We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, bear by local authorities. social responsibility and are actively com- mitted to a better world. Our ideas, technol-...
Handset operating times/charging liquid: times 1. Switch the handset off and remove the This Gigaset can charge batteries up to a batteries immediately. capacity of 1000 mAh. The use of special 2. Allow the liquid to drain from the hand- high-performance batteries or batteries set.
Appendix u The first letter of the name of directory General specifications entries is automatically capitalised and followed by lower case letters. DECT standard Is supported GAP standard Is supported Setting upper/lower case or digits Repeatedly press the hash key # to change No.
Accessories Accessories 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 21.6 mm Approx. 1.3 mm www.InternetVoipPhone.co.uk | sales@internetvoipphone.co.uk | 0800 088 4846...