Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / Cover_front.fm / 22.2.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / Cover_front.fm / 22.2.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / kombi_overview.fm / 22.2.11 The handset at a glance The handset at a glance 1 2 3 4 5 1 15 Ä 01/31 INT 1 e 6 2 7 8 9:45 §§§§Menu§§§§ 3 4 9 5 14 6 13 10 11 7 12 8 11 9 12 10 13 Note: Pictures in this user manual may differ from the actual product. 14 Version 4, 16.09.2005 15 Display in idle status Charge status of the batteries (page 2) Display keys (page 14) Control key t Access to Calls list. s Access to directory.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / kombi_overview.fm / 22.2.11 The handset at a glance Overview of handset’s display icons Ä Reception indicator Ó e Charge status of the batteries î Ê Ë Ç Handset is linked with the base station. Flashes: the handset is out of range or not registered Version 4, 16.09.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / kombi_overview.fm / 22.2.11 The base station at a glance The base station at a glance 5 ÊÕÉ×ÅËÕÉ×Å 4 6 SUN 09:23 AM 01/31 §§§§§§§§§Menu§§§§§§§§§ 3 7 8 2 9 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 Numeric key pad 2 Control key t Access to Calls list. s Access to directory. 3 Display keys (page 14) 4 Display in idle status Ê ,Ë – Flashes when the respective line is receiving an incoming call.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / kombi_overview.fm / 22.2.11 The base station at a glance Version 4, 16.09.2005 9 Redial/Pause key Open redial list (in idle status) or insert a dialing pause (when editing a number). 10 Page key Page handsets (press briefly). Start the registration procedure (press and hold in idle mode). You will hear a beep. 11 Mute key Mute/unmute microphone. 12 Intercom/Hold/Conference key Set up an internal call.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / V500_kombi_IVZ.fm / 9.2.11 Contents Contents Using the voice mailbox . . . . . . . . . . 25 The handset at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview of handset’s display icons . . . . . 2 Using several handsets . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Gigaset C285 – more than just a telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registering and de-registering handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locating a handset ("paging") . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / security.fm / 22.2.11 Safety precautions Safety precautions* $ ! Only use the power supply unit supplied as indicated on the bottom of the device. Only insert approved rechargeable batteries of the same type. Never use ordinary (non-rechargeable) batteries, as they may pose a health hazard or cause injury. Do not charge the handset in the charging cradle or base station while the headset is connected.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / notes-on-instructions.fm / 9.2.11 Notes on the operating instructions Notes on the operating instructions Version 4, 16.09.2005 This section explains the meaning of certain symbols and typographical conventions used in this user guide. Example: menu input In the user guide, the steps you need to perform are shown in abbreviated form. This is illustrated below using "Changing the display language" as an example.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / starting.fm / 22.2.11 Gigaset C285 – more than just a telephone Gigaset C285 – more than just a telephone Your phone not only lets you store up to 140 phone numbers (page 16), it can do a whole lot more: u Phone directly using the base station: Your base station has the same keys as your handset. So nearly all functions you usually use on the handset are also available directly on the base station. u Use two telephone lines with only one telephone.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / starting.fm / 22.2.11 First Steps Range and reception indicator nected, as the phone will not operate without an electrical supply. u Your answering machine is set to give a standard announcement. Range: u Up to 984 feet in the open u Up to 165 feet in buildings Reception indicator: The display shows if the handset is linked to the base station: u Ä is on: handset is linked to the base station.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / starting.fm / 22.2.11 First Steps The polarity is indicated in/on the battery compartment. ¤ Close the cover, and press the top so that it clicks into place. Note: – If the handset has turned itself off because its batteries are empty, and you then place the handset into the base station, it will turn on automatically. – Only place the handset into the base station or charging cradle specifically intended for it.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / starting.fm / 22.2.11 First Steps Note: Date and time settings apply to base station and all registered handsets. Date and time format settings apply only to your own handset or to the base station. You must set date and time format at each device separately. Selecting the line settings For each handset and the base station, you can set how your telephone will use the two telephone lines: Auto All incoming calls will ring.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.2.11 Making calls Making calls Making an external call External calls are calls using the outside telephone network. ~c Enter the number and press the Talk key c or Handsfree key d. Or: c~ Briefly press the Talk key c or Handsfree key d, and then enter the number. To cancel the dialing operation, press the End Call key a. Depending on the line settings of the used handset/base station (see page 11), the telephone selects the line.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the telephone Caller ID Caller ID (CID) is an optional subscription service provided by your telephone service provider. This feature supplies incoming caller identification information that will be displayed on your handset and the base station. Call display with Caller ID/Name If the number of the caller is stored in your directory, you will see the caller's name as stored in the directory.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the telephone In the main menu, lists and submenus t/s Scroll up/down line by line. At the bottom/top of a menu or a list: A feedback tone signals that the menu/list has wrapped around automatically (the first/ last entry is selected in the display).
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the telephone Writing, editing, and correcting entries Correcting incorrect entries You can correct incorrect characters in the text by navigating to the incorrect entry using the control key. You can then: u Press §§§§Clear§§§§§ to delete the character to the left of the cursor. u Insert characters by typing. Entering special characters You can enter special characters using the Q or 1 key. Q 1 .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.2.11 Using the directory and lists Using the directory and lists The options are: u Directory u Last Number Redial list u Calls list You can store a maximum of 250 entries in the directory. Each entry must consist of a name and a number. The directory is stored in the base station and is shared by all registered handsets. Directory In the directory, you can store phone numbers and the names associated with them.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.2.11 Using the directory and lists Deleting entries §Menu§ ¢ Delete Delete the displayed entry. Or: ¢ Delete List ¤ Confirm question Delete? by pressing §Menu§ §OK§. All entries in your directory will be deleted. Adding a displayed number to the directory Numbers that appear in a list, such as the Calls list or the Last Number Redial list can be added to the directory.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.2.11 Using the directory and lists Viewing an entry and changing the number format ¢ q (Select entry) §Menu§ ¢ View t The entry is displayed. If necessary, press the * key to change the number format for dialing (see note below). c / d Press the Talk key or the Handsfree key. The number is dialed. Or: §Back§ Press display key to go back. * Note: Version 4, 16.09.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Operating the answering machine The display of the base station may show the symbols shown here: You can use the answering machine for both lines or only for one line, depending on your needs. You can operate the base station's answering machine using the handset, using the keypad of the base station (page 3), or using remote operation (from another phone/cell phone).
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Switching the answering machine on/off You can switch the answering machine on and off separately for each line. §Menu§ ¢ Answer Machine ¢ Ans On/Off Line 1 / Line 2 Select the line for which you want to switch the answering machine on/off and press §OK§. On / Off Select an entry and press §OK§. Select and press §OK§ to start recording. You will hear the ready tone (short tone).
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Selecting an announcement mode You can choose between Answer & Rec. and Answer Only. §Menu§ ¢ Answer Machine ¢ Answer Mode ¢ Line 1 / Line 2 Answer & Rec. / Answer Only Select announcement mode and press §OK§. The selected mode is saved even after the answering machine is deactivated. On the handset Line 1 / Line 2 Select the line and press §OK§.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Controlling playback On the handset Play 01/31 Ê 01/02 09:45 §§§§§Back§§§§§ U §§§§Menu§§§§ On the base station Play 01/31 Ê §§§§§Prev.§§§§§ 01/02 09:45 §§§§Skip§§§§ u No messages: No Messages appears on the display screen. Play No Messages During message playback: §Menu§ Press the display key to enter the Options menu. u Repeat Repeat playback of the current message.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Picking up a call from the answering machine You can pick up a call while the answering machine is recording a message or being operated remotely: c Press the Talk key. Recording stops and you can speak to the caller. If two seconds of the call have already been recorded when you pick it up, the call will be displayed as a new message. You can accept the call on every handset.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Operating the answering machine Operating when on the move (remote operation) You can check or activate the answering machine from any other telephone (hotel, pay phone, etc.). Requirements: u The phone you are using for remote oper- ation must have tone dialing (DTMF), so that you hear different tones when you press the keys. u You must activate Remote Access.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / answering_m+network-mailbox.fm / 22.2.11 Using the voice mailbox ¤ Listen to the playback until you hear two beeps (=the end of message playback) ¤ Press the G key to activate the answering machine. u If no (new or old) messages are stored on the answering machine: You will hear a beep. A status message is played back and informs that no messages are stored on the answering machine. ¤ Press the G key to activate the answering machine.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Using several handsets Using several handsets Registering and de-registering handsets You can register up to six handsets with your base station. A Gigaset C28H handset can be registered with up to four base stations. Note: The base station and supplied handsets are preregistered at the factory.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Using several handsets Making internal calls Internal calls to other handsets registered with the same base station or to the base station are free. j Initiate internal call. q Select the handset or the base station you want to call and press §OK§. Note: When you are speaking to an external party, you can simultaneously call an internal party.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Using several handsets Or: Joining the call Press the End Call key to end the existing external call. ¤ Answer the external call as described in the section "Answering a call" (see page 12). You are connected to the waiting call. When the line is engaged with an external call and you want join the call: c / d Press the Talk key or Handsfree key briefly. When you join the call. The other parties hear a signal tone.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Handset settings Your current call is put on hold. The other line is off the hook. ~ Enter the number for the second party. A call to the second party is established. Handset settings Toggling between two external calls Changing the name of a handset In the display, you can see which line is active (icon Ê or Ë) and which line is on hold. C/h Press the line key of the line you want to talk to.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Handset settings Activating/deactivating auto answer This function is active by default, so that when you get a call, you can simply lift the handset out of the base station without having to press the Talk key c. §Menu§ ¢ Settings ¢ Handset ¢ Auto Answer ¢ On / Off Default setting is On. Adjusting the loudspeaker and earpiece volume You can set the loudspeaker volume and the earpiece volume to five different levels.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Base station settings Base station settings System settings Use the keys on the base station to carry out these settings. The following base station settings can only be made using a registered Gigaset C28H handset. Setting the display contrast You have a choice of five different contrast levels. §Menu§ ¢ Settings ¢ Base ¢ Display Contr. Level 1 / ... / Level 5 Select a level and press §OK§.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.2.11 Restoring the default settings Settings for connecting the base station to the PABX The following settings are only needed when your PABX requires them. Please refer to the user guide of your PABX. Changing the dialing mode The following dialing modes can be selected: u Tone dialing (DTMF) u Pulse dialing (DP) §Menu§ ¢ Settings ¢ System ¢ Dialing Mode ¢ Line 1 / Line 2 Tone / Pulse Select the dialing mode and press §OK§.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting The display is blank. ¥ 1. The handset is not switched on. Press a and hold the End Call key. Care Wipe the base station and handset with a damp cloth (do not use solvents) or an antistatic cloth. Never use a dry cloth. This can cause static. Contact with liquid ! If the handset has come into contact with liquid: 1. Immediately switch the handset off and remove the batteries. 2.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 Appendix The incoming call number is not displayed through CID. Handset operating times/charging times ¥ Standby time Approx. 280 hours (11.6 days) Talk time Approx. 10 hours Charge time Approx. 10 hours Caller ID is not enabled. You must ask the telephone network provider to activate Caller ID (CID). You hear an error tone when keying an input. ¥ Action has failed/invalid input. Repeat the operation.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 Industry Canada Certification Industry Canada Certification Version 4, 16.09.2005 Operation is subject to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 Version 4, 16.09.2005 FCC / ACTA Information until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Support at 1-866 247-8758. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 Version 4, 16.09.2005 FCC / ACTA Information 5. Place this product securely on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls. 6. Slots or openings in the cabinet and the back and bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 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: Toll Free: 1-866 247-8758 End-user limited warranty This product is covered by a one year limited warranty. Any repair replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: 1-866 247-8758.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 FCC / ACTA Information – Payments for labor or service to representatives or service centers not authorized to perform product maintenance by Gigaset NAM. – Loss of data. – Testing and examination discloses that the alleged defect or malfunction in the Product does not exist.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.2.11 FCC / ACTA Information Any supplements or updates to the Product or the software in the Product, including without limitation, any (if any) software fixes or upgrades or bug fixes provided to you after the expiration of the one year limited warranty period are not covered by any warranty or condition, express, implied or statutory. 8.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / menutree.fm / 22.2.11 Menu of the handset Menu of the handset * Directory £ page 16 £ page 16 £ page 16 £ page 17 £ page 17 £ page 22 View New Entry Edit Entry Delete Delete List Answer Machine Play Line 1 Line 2 Ans On/Off Line 1 On £ page 20 Off Line 2 On Off Answer Mode Line 1 Answer & Rec. £ page 21 Answer Only Line 2 Answer & Rec. Answer Only Record OGM Line 1 Answer & Rec.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / menutree.fm / 22.2.11 Menu of the handset Settings Date/Time £ page 10 Set Date/Time Set Format Audio Settings HS Ring Volume Line 1 £ page 30 Line 2 HS Ring Tones Line 1 Line 2 Base Ring Tones Line 1 Line 2 Key Touch Tone Registration Register HS Unregister HS Select Base Handset Handset Name Language Display Contr.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / menutree.fm / 22.2.11 Menu of the base station Menu of the base station Directory View New Entry Edit Entry Delete Delete List Answer Machine Answer Mode Line 1 Answer & Rec. £ page 16 £ page 16 £ page 16 £ page 17 £ page 17 £ page 21 Answer Only Line 2 Answer & Rec. Answer Only Record OGM Line 1 Answer & Rec. £ page 20 Answer Only Line 2 Answer & Rec.
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / V500_kombi_SIX.fm / 9.2.11 Index Index Symbols "External" (Calls list) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 "Withheld" (Calls list) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 A Access protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Activating answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 answering machine (remote operation). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / V500_kombi_SIX.fm / 9.2.11 Index D Date format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Deactivating answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 conference call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Default settings . . . . . . .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / V500_kombi_SIX.fm / 9.2.11 Index I L Icon answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 new message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 ring tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Idle status (display) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 returning to . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / V500_kombi_SIX.fm / 9.2.11 Index O On/Off key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4 P PABX setting dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 setting flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 switching to tone dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Page key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset C285 / CAN useng / A31008-M1973-R401-2-5819 / Cover_back.fm / 22.2.
