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Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / overview.fm / 6.2.08 The handset at a glance The handset at a glance 17 Ð ò V 1 2 16 INT 1 15.11.07 ? 3 15 14 13 12 11 5 10 6 9 7 8 Version 4, 16.09.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / S68HIVZ.fm / 6.2.08 Contents Contents The handset at a glance . . . . . . . . 1 Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Gigaset S68H – More than just a telephone . . . . . 5 First steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Pack contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installing the base station and charging cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setting up the handset for use . . . . . . . 6 Operating the handset . . . . .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / security.fm / 6.2.08 Safety precautions Safety precautions Warning: Read the safety precautions and the user guide before use. Explain their contents and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children. $ Only use the mains adapter supplied, as indicated on the underside of the base station or charging cradle. Only use the recommended, rechargeable batteries (page 30), i.e.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / security.fm / 6.2.08 Safety precautions All electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of separately from general household waste using the sites designated by local authorities. If a product displays this symbol of a crossed-out rubbish bin, the product is subject to European Directive 2002/96/EC. The appropriate disposal and separate collection of used equipment serve to prevent potential harm to the environment and to health.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Gigaset S68H – More than just a telephone Gigaset S68H – More than just a telephone Version 4, 16.09.2005 Your phone, which has a clearly laid out colour display (65K colours), doesn't just offer you the option of saving up to 250 phone numbers and e-mail addresses (page 12) – it can do much more besides: u You can programme the keys of your phone with important numbers or frequently used functions.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 First steps Setting up the handset for use ¤ Then press the cover until it clicks into place. The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Instructions on how to connect the charging cradle and mount it on the wall (if required) can be found at the end of this user guide. Inserting the batteries Warning: Use only the rechargeable batteries recommended by Siemens (page 30).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 First steps Registration Manual registration Gigaset S68H Before you can use your Gigaset S68H you must register it to a base station. It can be registered to a maximum of four base stations. The actual registration procedure will depend on the type of base station. If the handset does not activate automatically when the batteries are fitted, you must first charge the batteries.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 First steps Charging batteries ¤ Plug the mains adapter of the charging cradle into a mains power socket. ¤ Place the handset in the cradle with the display facing forward. To charge the batteries, leave the handset in the charging cradle. If the handset is activated, the flashing battery icon e in the top right of the display indicates that the batteries are being charged.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Operating the handset Operating the handset In the main menu and in input fields Activating/deactivating the handset You can use the control key to move the cursor up t, down s, right v or left u. a In lists and submenus In idle status, press and hold the end call key (confirmation tone). Activating/deactivating the keypad lock # Press and hold the hash key. You will hear the confirmation tone.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Operating the handset Œ Ó Ÿ • Fetch e-mail address from the directory. Copy number into directory. On base stations with integrated answer machines: divert external call to answer machine. Open the last number redial list. Reverting to idle status You can revert to idle status from anywhere in the menu as follows: ¤ Press and hold the end call key a.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 ECO DECT 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 X to delete the character to the left of the cursor u insert characters to the left of the cursor u overwrite the character (flashing) when entering the time and date etc. ECO DECT ECO DECT reduces power consumption by using an energy efficient power supply .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using the directory and lists Handsfree talking Making internal calls In handsfree mode, instead of holding the handset to your ear you can put it down, for example on the table in front of you, to allow others to participate in the call. Internal calls to other handsets registered on the same base station are free. Activating/deactivating handsfree mode Activating while dialling ~d ¤ Enter the number and press the handsfree key.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using the directory and lists Directory In the directory you can save u Up to three numbers and associated first names and surnames, u VIP designation and VIP ringer tone (optional), u E-mail address (optional), u CLIP pictures (optional), u Anniversaries with reminder. ¤ With the handset in idle status, open the directory by pressing the s key. Length of the entries (directory) 3 numbers: each max.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using the directory and lists Selecting entries in the directory and call-by-call list Managing entries in the directory/callby-call lists Delete Entry Delete selected entry. VIP Entry (directory only) Mark a directory entry as a VIP (Very Important Person) and assign a specific ringer tone to it. You can then recognise important calls from the ringer tone. Precondition: Calling Line Identification.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using the directory and lists A successful transfer is confirmed by a message and confirmation tone on the receiving handset. Please note: You can also send the complete directory via data transfer, without opening the directory: v ¢ í ¢ Data Transfer ¢ Directory Please note: u Entries with identical numbers are not overwritten on the receiving handset.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using the directory and lists Anniversary (Date) Enter day/month/year in 8-digit format. Annivers. (Time) Enter the hour/minute for the reminder call in 4-digit format. Annivers. (Signal) Select the type of signal for the reminder. ¤ Save changes: (page 31). Deactivating anniversaries s ¢ s (select entry; page 14) §View§ §Edit§ s v §Save§ Press the display keys one after the other. Scroll to the Annivers.: line. Select Off.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Using a handset as a room monitor Opening lists with the message key An advisory tone sounds as soon as a new message arrives in a list. The message key f flashes (it goes off when the key is pressed). In idle status, the display shows an icon for the new message. If you press the message key f, you access the lists that contain new messages. Using a handset as a room monitor Version 4, 16.09.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Deactivating the room monitor remotely Preconditions: The phone must support touch tone dialling and the room monitor should be set for an external destination number. ¤ Accept the call from the room monitor and press keys 9 ;. The room monitor function will deactivate after the call ends. There will be no further room monitor calls. The other room monitor settings (e.g.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Changing key assignments Display key ¤ Press and hold the left or right display key. The list of possible key assignments is opened. ¤ Proceed as is described when first assigning the key with a shortcut (page 18). Digit key ¤ Press the digit key briefly. Press the display key. The list of possible key assignments is displayed. Proceed as is described when first assigning the key with a shortcut (page 18).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Setting the display backlight Depending on whether or not the handset is in the charging cradle, you can activate or deactivate the backlight. If the base station is turned on, the display is permanently dimmed. v ¢ Ð ¢ Display ¢ Backlight The current setting is displayed. ¤ Change multiple line input: In Charger Select On or Off. Without Charger Select On or Off.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Settings for individual functions Set the volume and melody depending on the type of signalling required. In idle status: t ¢ Ringer Settings q Select setting, e.g. Ext. Calls and press §OK§. r Set volume (1–6). s Scroll to the next line. r Select melody. §Save§ Press the display key to save the setting. In idle status, you can also open the menu Ringer Settings by pressing t briefly. Press the display key.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Playing back sounds/viewing CLIP pictures v ¢ Ï ¢ Screensavers / Caller Pictures / Sounds (select entry) §Play§ / §View Press the display key. Sounds are played back or pictures are displayed. Press the q key to switch between entries. §End§ / ” Press the display key. Playback of the sound or the display of the picture ends. While you are playing back sounds, you can also interrupt playback with the u key.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings You cannot deactivate the confirmation tone for placing the handset in the base station. Please note: You can also set the call volume, ringer tones and advisory tones using the menu. Setting the alarm clock Precondition: The date and time have already been set (page 8). Activating/deactivating the alarm clock and setting the wake-up time Version 4, 16.09.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Notes: Enter text (max. of 16 characters). The text appears as the appointment name in the list and will be displayed on the screen during the appointment reminder. If you do not enter any text, only the date and time of the appointment are displayed. §Save§ Press the display key. a Press and hold (idle status). The appointment is marked with ‰ in the appointments list. The list of appointments is sorted by date.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings To open the list from the menu: v ¢ í ¢ Missed Alarms Select appointment/anniversary. Information about the appointment/anniversary is displayed. A missed appointment is displayed with the appointment name and a missed anniversary is displayed with the last name and first name. The date and time will also be given. §Delete§ Delete appointment. §SMS§ Write an SMS a Press and hold (idle status).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Handset settings Once the device has been found, its name will be shown on the display. §Options§ Press the display key. Trust Device Select and press §OK§. ~ Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth device you want to register and press §OK§. The device is saved in the list of known devices. Cancelling/repeating current search To cancel search: §Cancel§ Press the display key. Repeat search if necessary: §Options Select and press §OK§.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Appendix Changing the Bluetooth name of the handset You can change the handset name used to identify it on the display of another Bluetooth device. v ¢ í ¢ Data Transfer ¢ Bluetooth ¢ Own Device Name §Change§ Press the display key ~ Change the name. §Save§ Press the display key a Back: Press and hold key. Setting your own area code In order to transfer phone numbers (e.g.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Appendix Questions and answers If you have any questions about using your handset, visit us at any time at www.siemens.com/gigasetcustomercare. The table below contains a list of common problems and possible solutions. Registration or connection problems with a Bluetooth headset. ¥ ¥ ¥ Reset the Bluetooth headset (see the user guide for your headset).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Appendix Service (Customer Care) You can get assistance easily when you have technical questions or questions about how to use your device by using our online support service on the Internet at: http://www.siemens.com/gigasetcustomercare This site can be accessed at any time wherever you are. It will give you 24/7 support for all our products. It also a list of FAQs and answers plus user guides for you to download.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Notes on the user guide Specifications Recommended batteries Technology: Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) Size: AAA (Micro, HR03) Voltage: 1.2 V Capacity: 600–1200 mAh We recommend the following battery types, because these are the only ones that guarantee the specified operating times, full functionality and long service life: u Sanyo NiMH 800 u GP 850 mAh u Yuasa Technologies AAA 800 The device is supplied with two recommended batteries.
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Notes on the user guide Contrast Select and press §OK§. ¤ Press on the bottom of control key q ¤ until the Contrast menu function is selected. Press v or press the display key §OK§ to confirm the selection. r Select contrast and press the display key §Save§. ¤ Press on the right or left of the control key to set the contrast. ¤ Press the display key §Save§ to confirm the selection. a Press and hold (idle status).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Notes on the user guide Writing an SMS/name (without predictive text) Writing SMS (with predictive text) Press the relevant key several times to enter letters/characters. Standard characters 1x 2x 2) 1) 2 3 4 5 L M N O Q a d g j m p t w .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / main.fm / 6.2.08 Additional functions via the PC interface Additional functions via the PC interface Version 4, 16.09.2005 You can connect the handset to your computer using Bluetooth (page 25). The computer must be equipped with a suitable dongle. Your handset can communicate with the computer using the "Gigaset QuickSync" program (free download at www.siemens.com/gigasetS680).
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / S68HSIX.fm / 6.2.08 Index Index A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Acknowledge tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Activating advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Bluetooth mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 call acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / S68HSIX.fm / 6.2.08 Index Deregistering devices (Bluetooth) . . . . 26 Destination number (room monitor) . . 17 Dialling call-by-call list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 quick dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 with quick dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dialling pause entering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / S68HSIX.fm / 6.2.08 Index K Key 1 (fast access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Keys call-by-call list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 control key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 9 delete key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 display keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 9 end call key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 11 fast access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / S68HSIX.fm / 6.2.08 Index Sensitivity (room monitor) . . . . . . . . . 17 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Setting date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 melody. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 screensaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setting up handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Signal strength . . . . . . . . . .
Version 4, 16.09.2005 Gigaset S68H / IM1 - en / A31008-M1950-R101-1-4N19 / montage_charger.fm / 6.2.
