The handset at a glance The handset at a glance 1 Display in idle status 2 Charge status of the batteries = e V U (empty to full) flashes: batteries almost empty e V U flashes: batteries charging 3 Display keys (page 15) 4 Message key Access to calls and message lists;...
Safety precautions Safety precautions Only use the power supply unit supplied as indicated on the underside of the device. Power Outage: In the event of a power outage, your cordless telephone will not operate. The cordless tel- ephone requires electricity for operation. You should have a telephone that does not require electricity available for use during power outages.
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Safety precautions Dispose of batteries and the phone carefully. Do not pollute the environment. Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone. Emergency numbers cannot be dialed if the keypad lock is activated!
Notes on the operating instructions Notes on the ¢ ¢ Ð Display operating instructions ¤ With the handset in idle status, press on the right of the control key to open This section explains the meaning of cer- the main menu. ¤...
Notes on the operating instructions Example: multiple line input Time mode: There are many situations in which you Select 12-hour or 24-hour time format. ¤ can change the settings of a display or Press the s key. enter data in several lines. The time format is marked with [ ] to In this user guide symbols are used to show it is active.
Gigaset S18H – more than just a telephone Gigaset S18H – First Steps more than just a telephone Package contents Your phone not only enables you to store up to 150 telephone numbers (page 17) – one handset, it can do a whole lot more:...
➀ outlet ¤ light or other electrical devices. Connect the power adapter to the base Protect your Gigaset S18H from mois- ➁ plug socket ture, dust, corrosive liquids and vapours. Setting up the handset for use Carry out the following steps for each ➀...
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First Steps Closing the battery cover Opening the battery cover ¤ ¤ First align the notches on the side of If fitted, remove belt clip. ¤ the battery cover with the clips on the Insert your fingernail into the headset inside of the casing.
INT 2 for internal number 2. depend on the type of base station. Ð A Gigaset S18H handset can be registered on up to four base stations. INT 2 Automatic registration: Gigaset S18H handset to Gigaset S185 base station...
– Only place the handset in the charging cra- You can de-register any registered handset dle that is intended for it. from any registered Gigaset S18H hand- set. For questions and problems see page 30. Open list of internal users.
First Steps Setting the date and time Display in idle status ¤ To set the date and time, press the dis- Once the phone is registered and the time play key to open the input menu. set, the idle display looks as shown here §Time§...
Making calls Making calls Press the display key to mute the §Silence§ ringer without answering the call. You can answer the call as long the call is displayed on the screen. Making an external call Handsfree operation External calls are calls using the public telephone network.
Operating the handset Making internal calls Control key Internal calls to other handsets registered on the same base station are free. Calling a specific handset Initiate internal call. Enter the number of the hand- In the description below, the side of the set.
Operating the handset Display keys Menu guidance The function of the display keys changes Your telephone's functions are accessed depending on the particular operating sit- using a menu that has a number of levels. uation. Example: Main menu (first menu level) Þ...
Operating the handset Caller ID 2.5 services If CID is activated and a waiting call is dis- played, 4 different CID 2.5 services (net- work services) are selected. During a call: Press the display key §Options§ Select with q: TAKE MSG The waiting caller is forwarded to the central office mailbox.
Using the directory and lists Using the directory and lists Selecting entries in the directory Open directory. The options are: You have the following options: Use s to scroll through the entries Directory, Last number redial list, until the required name is selected. Calls list, Enter the first character of the name, or scroll to the entry with s if required.
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Using the directory and lists (directory only) Please remember: VIP Entry Mark a directory entry as VIP Entries with identical numbers are not (Very Important Person) and assign it overwritten on the receiver handset. a particular ringtone. You can then The transfer is canceled if the phone identify VIP calls by their ringtones.
Using the directory and lists Managing entries in the last number Time: Enter the hour/minute for the reminder redial list call in 4-digit format. • Press the display key. Prompt: Select entry. Select the type of signal for the reminder and press Open menu.
Using the directory and lists ‰ Only the lists that contain messages are – accepted calls ( shown (exception: network mailbox). Lists – missed calls with new messages are shown first and – calls recorded by the answering identified in bold. The number of new or machine (Ã...
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Using the directory and lists The first letter of the name of directory entries is automatically capitalized, fol- lowed by lower case letters. Entering special characters You can call up the table of special charac- ters using the * key. Select the required character and insert it with §Insert§...
Press and hold (idle status). The setting for fast access applies to all Gigaset S18H handsets. If your network mailbox requires a pass- word for access, it is possible to add this password by entering pauses (see Flash...
Using a handset as a room monitor Using a handset as a room Caution: – You should always check the operation monitor of the room monitor before use. For example, test its sensitivity. Check the connection if you are diverting the room If the room monitor is activated, a previ- monitor to an outside number.
Handset settings Handset settings Changing previously set external destination number ¢ ¢ í Your handset is preconfigured, but you Room Monitor can change these settings to suit your Scroll to the Call to: line. individual requirements. Press the display key. §Edit§...
Handset settings Setting the screen picture Setting lighting You can display a screen picture (picture or Depending on whether or not the handset digital clock) when the handset is in idle is in the charging cradle you can set differ- status.
Handset settings Adjusting the loudspeaker Settings for individual functions volume Set the volume and melody depending on the type of signaling required. ¢ ¢ Ð You can set the loudspeaker volume for Audio Settings ¢ handsfree speaking to five different levels Ringer Settings and the earpiece volume to three different Set, for example select...
Handset settings Deactivating the ringtone for the Battery: Select On, Call. The battery current call warning tone is activated/deactivated Press the display key. §Silence§ or only sounds during a call. ¤ Save changes (page 6). Activating/deactivating the alert tone You cannot deactivate the confirmation You can activate an alert tone in place of a tone for placing the handset in the charg- ringtone.
Setting the alarm clock Press the display key to save Deactivating the wake-up call/ §Save§ the input. repeating after a pause (sleep mode) Press and hold (idle status). Requirement: A wake-up call is sounding. You will hear the error tone (descending Press the display key.
Shortcuts Shortcuts Instead of scrolling to locate a menu function, you can select a menu function more quickly by opening the menu and keying in the digit combination ("shortcut"). Example: v 5 2 1 1 for "Set ringtone for external calls". With the telephone in idle status, press v (open main menu): ì...
Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting The display is blank. 1. The handset is not switched on. Care ¥ Press and hold the end call key. ¤ 2. The batteries are empty. Wipe the charging cradle and handset ¥ Charge or replace the batteries with a damp cloth (do not use solvent) (page 11).
Appendix General specifications You hear an error tone when keying an input (a descending sequence of tones). DECT 6.0 is supported Action has failed/invalid input. ¥ Repeat the operation. No. of channels 30 duplex channels Watch the display and refer to the operating Radio frequency instructions if necessary.
Appendix Industry Canada Certification Safety precautions Operation is subject to the following two condi- Before using your telephone equipment, basic safety instructions should always be followed to tions (1) this device may not cause interfer- reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter- to persons.
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Appendix BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS d.) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only To reduce the risk of fire, injury or electric those controls that are covered by the operating shock, and to properly dispose of batteries, instructions because improper adjustment of please read and understand the following other controls may result in damage and may...
Appendix Service (Customer Care) Customer Care Warranty for Cordless Products To obtain Customer Care Warranty service, product operation information, or for problem resolution, call: Toll Free: 1-866-247-8758 www.gigaset.com/customercare End-user limited warranty scratches or adhesive marks on the LCD screen or outside casing of the Product. –...
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Appendix – Signal reception problems (unless caused by your requirements or will work in combination defect in material or workmanship in the with any hardware or applications software Product). products provided by third parties, that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted –...