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S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / AM_overview.fm / 22.6.09 The handset at a glance The handset at a glance 15 Ð V 1 2 INT 1 01.31.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / S18HIVZ.fm / 22.6.09 Contents Contents Using the network mailbox . . . . 22 ........... 3 Configuring the network mailbox for fast access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Viewing the network mailbox message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Notes on the operating instructions . . . . . . . . . 5 Using a handset as a room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The handset at a glance . . . . . . .
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / security.fm / 22.6.09 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 telephone requires electricity for operation. You should have a telephone that does not require electricity available for use during power outages. Only insert approved rechargeable batteries of the same type.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / security.fm / 22.6.09 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.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / notes-on-instructions.fm / 22.6.09 Notes on the operating instructions Notes on the operating instructions This section explains the meaning of certain symbols and typographical conventions that are used in this user guide. Symbols used Copy Entry / Copy List (example) Select one of the two menu functions specified. ~ Enter digits or letters. §Save§ The display keys' current functions are shown reverse highlighted in the bottom display line.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / notes-on-instructions.fm / 22.6.09 Notes on the operating instructions Example: multiple line input There are many situations in which you can change the settings of a display or enter data in several lines. In this user guide symbols are used to guide you step by step through multiple line input. This is illustrated below using the example of "Setting the date and time". The things you need to do are explained in the boxes.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 Gigaset S18H – more than just a telephone Gigaset S18H – more than just a telephone Your phone not only enables you to store up to 150 telephone numbers (page 17) – it can do a whole lot more: u You can designate important people as VIPs so you can identify important calls from the ringtone (page 18). u You can store anniversary dates (page 18) in your phone and it will remind you of them.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 First Steps Connecting the charging cradle ¤ Connect the power adapter to the wall outlet ➀. ¤ Connect the power adapter to the base plug socket ➁. Please note: u Never expose the telephone to the influence of heat sources, direct sunlight or other electrical devices. u Protect your Gigaset S18H from moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and vapours. Setting up the handset for use Carry out the following steps for each handset.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 First Steps Closing the battery cover ¤ First align the notches on the side of ¤ the battery cover with the clips on the inside of the casing. Then close the cover, press on the top so that it clicks into place. Opening the battery cover ¤ If fitted, remove belt clip. ¤ Insert your fingernail into the headset socket notch and pull the battery cover upwards.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 First Steps Registering the handset to the base station Before you can use the phone, you must first register the handset to the base station. The actual registration procedure will depend on the type of base station. A Gigaset S18H handset can be registered on up to four base stations. The registration can take up to 5 minutes. During this process, Regstr.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 First Steps On the handset v ¢ Ð ¢ Handset ¢ Register H/Set s Select base station, for example Base 1 and press §OK§. ~ Enter the system PIN of the base station (the default is 0000) and press §OK§. The screen will display the number, for example Base 1. On the base station Within 60 secs. press and hold the registration/paging key on the base station (approx. 3 secs.).
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / starting.fm / 22.6.09 First Steps Setting the date and time ¤ To set the date and time, press the dis- play key §Time§ to open the input menu. To change the time, open the input field via: v ¢ Ð ¢ Date/Time ¤ Change multiple line input: Date: Enter month, day and year in 6-digit format. Time: Enter hours and minutes with 4 digits, e.g. Q M 1 5 for 7:15 am. If you have selected the 12-hour time format, use the display key §am/pm§ to switch between am and pm.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.6.09 Making calls Making calls Making an external call External calls are calls using the public telephone network. ~ c Enter the number and press the talk key. Or: c ~ Press briefly the talk key c and then enter the number. In addition to using the talk key c, the user can initiate the call using the handsfree key d. To cancel the dialing operation, press the end call key a. You are shown the duration of the call while the call is in progress.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.6.09 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 u ~ Or: u s c Initiate internal call. Enter the number of the handset. Initiate internal call. Select handset. Press the talk key. Calling all handsets ("group call") u * Initiate internal call. Press the star key. All handsets are called.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.6.09 Operating the handset Display keys Menu guidance The function of the display keys changes depending on the particular operating situation. Example: Your telephone's functions are accessed using a menu that has a number of levels. Þ Menu 1 2 1 The display keys' current functions are shown in the bottom display line. 2 Display keys The most important display symbols are: §§§§§Menu§§§§ Open the main menu.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / telefony.fm / 22.6.09 Operating the handset Caller ID 2.5 services If CID is activated and a waiting call is displayed, 4 different CID 2.5 services (network services) are selected. During a call: §Options§ Press the display key Select with q: TAKE MSG The waiting caller is forwarded to the central office mailbox. HOLD MSG The waiting caller is put on hold and hears a message to this effect from the central office.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.6.09 Using the directory and lists Using the directory and lists The options are: u Directory, u Last number redial list, u Calls list, u Answering machine list (depending on the base station). You can store a maximum of 150 entries in the directory (the actual number depends on the size of the individual entries). You create the directory for your own individual handset. You can also send lists/ entries to other handsets (page 18).
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.6.09 Using the directory and lists VIP Entry (directory only) Mark a directory entry as VIP (Very Important Person) and assign it a particular ringtone. You can then identify VIP calls by their ringtones. Requirement: Caller ID. Copy Entry Send a single entry to a handset (page 18). Delete List Delete all entries in the directory. Copy List Send complete list to a handset (page 18).
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.6.09 Using the directory and lists Time: Enter the hour/minute for the reminder call in 4-digit format. Prompt: Select the type of signal for the reminder and press §OK§. ¤ Save changes (page 6). Note: Reminder calls require a time stamp. If you select a visual signal, then a time stamp is not required and is automatically set to 12:00 a.m.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.6.09 Using the directory and lists Only the lists that contain messages are shown (exception: network mailbox). Lists with new messages are shown first and identified in bold. The number of new or old messages contained are each shown in brackets. Select the list with q. To open, press §OK§. Note: The answering machine, network mailbox, and/or calls list can only be active on one handset at a time.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / direct_charges.fm / 22.6.09 Using the directory and lists u The first letter of the name of directory entries is automatically capitalized, followed by lower case letters. Entering special characters You can call up the table of special characters using the * key. Select the required character and insert it with §Insert§. Order of directory entries Directory entries are usually sorted in alphabetical order. Spaces and digits take first priority.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / T-NetBox_SAG.fm / 22.6.09 Using the network mailbox Using the network mailbox Calling the network mailbox The network mailbox is your network provider's answering machine within the network. You cannot use the network mailbox unless you have requested it from your network provider. d 1 Press and hold. You are connected directly to the network mailbox. Press handsfree key d if required. You hear the network mailbox announcement.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Using a handset as a room monitor Using a handset as a room monitor If the room monitor is activated, a previously stored destination number is called as soon as a set noise level is reached. You can store an internal or external number in your handset as the destination number. The room monitor call to an external number stops after approx. 90 seconds. The room monitor call to an internal number (handset) stops after approx.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Handset settings Changing previously set external destination number v ¢ í ¢ Room Monitor s Scroll to the Call to: line. §Edit§ Press the display key. X Delete existing number. ¤ Enter number as described in "Activating the room monitor and entering the number to be called" (page 23). ¤ Save changes (page 6). Changing previously set internal destination number v ¢ í ¢ Room Monitor s Scroll to the Call to: line.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Handset settings Setting the screen picture Setting lighting You can display a screen picture (picture or digital clock) when the handset is in idle status. This will replace the idle status display. It may conceal the date, time and name. The screen picture is not displayed in certain situations, e.g. during a call or when the handset has been de-registered.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Handset settings Adjusting the loudspeaker volume You can set the loudspeaker volume for handsfree speaking to five different levels and the earpiece volume to three different levels. You can only make these adjustments during a call. The handsfree volume can only be adjusted with this procedure. You are conducting an external call. t Open menu. r Select volume. §Save§ Press display key if necessary to save the setting permanently.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Handset settings Deactivating the ringtone for the current call §Silence§ Press the display key. Activating/deactivating the alert tone You can activate an alert tone in place of a ringtone. When you get a call, you will hear a short tone ("Beep") instead of the ringtone. * Press and hold the star key and within 3 seconds: §Beep§§ Press the display key. A call is now signaled by one brief alert tone.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / registr_sett.fm / 22.6.09 Setting the alarm clock Press the display key to save the input. a Press and hold (idle status). You will hear the error tone (descending tone sequence) if you assign an internal number twice. ¤ Repeat the process with an unused number. §Save§ Setting the alarm clock Requirement: The date and time have already been set (page 12).
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / menuetree.fm / 22.6.09 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): 3 Alarm Clock ì 4 Add.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting The display is blank. Care ¤ Wipe the charging cradle and handset with a damp cloth (do not use solvent) 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. Switch the handset off and remove the batteries immediately. 2. Allow the liquid to drain from the handset. 3.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix You hear an error tone when keying an input (a descending sequence of tones). Action has failed/invalid input. Repeat the operation. Watch the display and refer to the operating instructions if necessary. ¥ General specifications DECT 6.0 is supported No. of channels 30 duplex channels Radio frequency range 1920 – 1930 MHz You cannot listen to messages on the network mailbox.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix Industry Canada Certification Safety precautions 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.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix d.) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. e.) If the product has been dropped or physically has been damaged. f.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 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 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.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix – Signal reception problems (unless caused by defect in material or workmanship in the Product). – Products operated outside published maximum ratings. – Performance of the Products when used in combination with other products or equipment not manufactured, supplied or authorized by Gigaset NAM. – Consumables (such as batteries and fuses).
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Appendix If an implied warranty or condition is created by your state/province and federal or state/provincial law prohibits disclaimer of it, you also have an implied warranty or condition, BUT ONLY AS TO DEFECTS DISCOVERED DURING THE PERIOD OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY (ONE YEAR). AS TO ANY DEFECTS DISCOVERED AFTER THE ONE YEAR PERIOD, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / appendix.fm / 22.6.09 Mounting the charging cradle to the wall Mounting the charging cradle to the wall 1.02 in approx. 0.
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / S18HSIX.fm / 22.6.09 Index Index A Acknowledge tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Activating advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Adjusting loud speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / S18HSIX.fm / 22.6.09 Index wrong language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 E Earpiece mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Earpiece volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 End call key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 13 Ending, call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ending, see Deactivate Entry selecting (menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 selecting from directory . . . . . . . . . 17 Error beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / S18HSIX.fm / 22.6.09 Index List answering machine list. . . . . . . . . . call history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . missed calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lock activating/deactivating keypad lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loudspeaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 19 14 20 Questions and answers . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Quick dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S18H / Canada EN / A31008-M1757-R401-1-5819 / S18HSIX.fm / 22.6.09 Index V Viewing network mailbox message . . VIP (directory entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Volume earpiece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . handset loudspeaker . . . . . . . . . . . loudspeaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 18 26 26 26 26 26 W Warning beep, see Advisory tones Writing, editing names . . . . . . . . . . .
