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1The handset at a glanceGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / overview.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005The handset at a glance 1Display in idle state2Battery charge state (¢page 16) 3Display keys (¢page 20)4Message key (¢page 34)Access to missed calls and message lists;Flashes: new message or new missed call5End call key, On/Off button End call, cancel function, go back one menu level (press briefly), back to idle state (press and hold), activate/deactivate handset (press and hold in idle state)6Pund key Keypad lock on/off (press and hold in idle state);toggles between upper/lower case and digits7MUTE key (¢page 28)Mute the microphone8Microphone 9FLASH key - Flashes: Consultation call- Insert a dialing pause (press and hold)10 Star key Ringtone on/off (press and hold);with an open connection: switch between dial pulsing/tone dialing (press briefly);Text input: Open table of special characters11 Headset connection (¢page 17) 12 Key 1 Dial answering machine (C595 only)/network mailbox (press and hold)13 Talk key Flashes: incoming call;Accept a call; open redial list (press briefly); start dialing (press and hold); 14 Speaker key Switch between earpiece and speaker mode15 Control key (¢page 19)16 Signal strength (¢page 16)Green: Eco Mode activated (¢page 41)17 Answering machine icon (C595 only)Answering machine switched on;Flashes: Answering machine is recording a message or is being operated by another internal partyiÃ V07:15amINT 1 14 OctINT2354671513118114169101217

2Display symbolsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / overview.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Display symbolsThe following symbols may display, depending on the settings and the operating state of your telephone:Ø«ÚSignaling External call (¢page 27)ØåÚ ØþÚInternal call (¢page 43)Answering machine is recording (¢page 35)i Ã ó VÛ 08:00 07:15amINT 1 14 OctÃ™ 02 10 08INTØðÚAnniversary (¢page 32)ØìÚAlarm clock (¢page 41)Signal strength i(¢page 41) Answering machine activated (C595 only)Ringtone switched off (¢page 49)Battery charging (¢page 16)Battery charge state (¢page 16) Alarm switched on and wake-up time (¢page 41)Current time (¢page 16)Current day and month (¢page 16)Name of the handset (¢page 44)Number of new messages:uÃon the network mailbox (¢page 34)u™in the list of missed calls (¢page 34)uin the list of missed appointments (¢page 34)

3The base at a glanceGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / overview.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005The base at a glance You can use the keys on the base to register handsets to the base, search for handsets (paging) (¢page 42) and operate the integrated answering machine (Gigaset C595 only).Gigaset C595 base1Registration/paging buttonPress briefly: Search for handsets (paging) ¢page 42.Press and hold: Register handsets and DECT devices (¢page 42).2On/Off buttonActivating/deactivating the answering ma-chine. 3Display icon Lights up: answering machine activate.The number of saved messages displays.00 flashes: The answering machine is recording a new message.Flashes slowly: There are new messages. The number of new messages displays.99 flashes quickly: The answering machine is full.During message playback: 4Play/stop key Play back new messages from answering machine or cancel playback (press briefly). Play back new and old messages (press and hold).5 Skip to next message (press once) or next message plus one (press twice).6 Skip back five seconds (press briefly once), to skip back to the beginning of the message (press and hold) or skip back to the previous message (press twice).7 Delete current message. 8 Adjust volume during message playback: ÷ = quieter; ø = louder. While an external call is being signaled: adjust ringtone volume.Please note:If the answering machine is being oper-ated from a handset or if it is recording a message (00 flashes), it cannot be operated from the base.Gigaset C590 baseRegistration/paging button –Press briefly: Search for handsets (pag-ing) (¢page 42).–Press and hold: Register handsets and DECT devices (¢page 42).78246153

4ContentsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595IVZ.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005ContentsThe handset at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Display symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2The base at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Contents 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Gigaset C590/C595 – more than just a telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . 8First steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Checking the package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Setting up the base and charging cradle (if included) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Connecting the base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Connecting the charging cradle (if included) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Setting up the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Setting up area codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Connecting a headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17What would you like to do next? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Using the phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Control key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Display keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Keys on the keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Correcting incorrect entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Menu guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Activating/deactivating the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Activating/deactivating the keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Using this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Making an external call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Ending a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Accepting a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Using the speaker mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Switching to mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Using the directory and lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Redial list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Answering machine list (Gigaset C595 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Call lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

5ContentsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595IVZ.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Opening lists with the message key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34List of missed appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 base . 35Operation via the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Activating/deactivating call screening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Setting the recording parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Resetting fast access for the answering machine using key 1 . . . . . . . . . . . 39Operating when on the move (remote operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Using the network mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Configuring fast access for the network mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Viewing the network mailbox message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40ECO DECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Setting the alarm clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Using several handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Registering handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42De-registering handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Locating a handset ("Paging") . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Changing the base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Making internal calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Listening in to an external call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Changing the name of a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Changing a handset's internal number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Using a handset as a room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Handset settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Quick access to numbers and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Changing the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Setting the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Activating/deactivating auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Changing the speaker/earpiece volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Changing ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Activating/deactivating advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Restoring the handset default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Base settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Changing the base ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Activating/deactivating music on hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Protecting against unauthorized access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Restoring the base to the factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Connecting the base to the PABX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Dialing modes and recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Setting pauses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

6ContentsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595IVZ.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Temporarily switching to tone dialing (DTMF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Contact with liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Writing and editing text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Industry Canada Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57FCC / ACTA Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Service (Customer Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60End-user limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Mounting the base on the wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Mounting the charging cradle on the wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

7Safety precautionsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / security.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Safety precautionsWarningRead the safety precautions and the user guide before use.Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children.Only use the power adapter supplied, as indicated on the underside of the base.Only use the recommended, rechargeable batteries (¢page 54) as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and personal injury.Do not charge the handset in the charging unit or base station while the headset is connected.The operation of medical appliances may be affected. Be aware of the technical conditions in your particular environment, e.g. doctor's surgery.Do not hold the rear of the handset to your ear when it is ringing or when speaker mode is activated. You risk serious and permanent damage to your hearing.Your phone is compatible with the majority of digital hearing aids on the mar-ket. However, perfect function with all hearing aids cannot be guaranteed.The handset may cause an unpleasant humming or whistling noise in hearing aids or cause them to overload. For assistance, please contact the hearing aid supplier.Do not install the base or charging cradle in bathrooms or shower rooms. The base and charging cradle are not splashproof (¢page 54).Do not use your phone in environments with a potential explosion hazard (e.g. paint shops).If you give your phone to someone else, make sure you also give them the user guide.Please remove faulty bases from use or have them repaired by our Service department, as they could interfere with other wireless services.Please noteNot all of the functions described in this user guide are available in all countries.$ƒ

8Gigaset C590/C595 – more than just a telephoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Gigaset C590/C595 – more than just a telephoneYour telephone sets new standards for the way you communicate at home.The large TFT display, user-friendly keypad and clearly laid out menu are very simple to use.It can do a whole lot more: uStore anniversaries such as birthdays in your phone and it will remind you of them in advance.uAllocate important people to one of six VIP groups so you can identify impor-tant calls from the ringtone and the color of the allocated VIP group. uIf you only want to accept calls when you can see the number, you can set your phone to only ring when the phone number is transferred.uYou can assign important numbers to the number keys on your handset. The number is then dialed by simply pressing the key. uSet the display to show in large print to increase readability during certain important situations (e.g. in the directory and in lists).uSet the menu display to suit your individual requirements so that only the most important functions (standard mode) or all functions are displayed (expert mode). uGigaset Green Home – be environmentally aware when using your phone. For more information, see www.gigaset.com/customercare.You can find additional information about your telephone at www.gigaset.com/gigasetc590.Have fun using your new phone!

9First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005First stepsChecking the package contents1one Gigaset C590/C595 base2one power adapter3one Gigaset C59H handset4one phone cord5two batteries6one battery cover7one belt clip8one user guideIf you have purchased a model with multiple handsets the package should contain one com-plete set of each of the fol-lowing items for each addi-tional handset: battery sets, battery cover, belt clip, handset, and charg-ing cradle 9 with power adapter J. 21345768or9J

10First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Setting up the base and charging cradle (if included)The base and charging cradle are designed for use in enclosed dry rooms with a temperature range of +41°F to +113°F. ¤Install the base on a level, non-slip surface in a central location in your house or flat or mount the base or charging cradle on the wall (¢page 65).The phone's feet do not usually leave any marks on surfaces. However, due to the multitude of different varnishes and polishes used on today's furnishings, the occurrence of marks on the surfaces cannot be completely ruled out.Please note: uNever expose the telephone to the influence of heat sources, direct sunlight or other electrical devices.uProtect your telephone from moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and fumes.Connecting the base¤First connect the power adapter 1.¤Then connect the telephone jack 2 and insert the cables into the cable ducts.Please note: uThe power adapter must always be connected, as the phone will not oper-ate without electrical power.uOnly use the power adapter and phone cord supplied. Pin connections on telephone cables can vary (¢page 55).Please notePay attention to the range of the base.This is up to 984 feet in unobstructed outdoor areas and up to 165 feet inside buildings. The range is reduced when Eco Mode (¢page 41) is activated.1112

11First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Connecting the charging cradle (if included)¤Plug the power adapter into the plug socket 2.¤Connect the flat plug from the power adapter 1.To disconnect the plug from the charger, press the release button 1 and disconnect the plug 2. 1212

12First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Setting up the handsetThe display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film!Inserting the batteries and closing the battery coverWarningUse only rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) UL-approved AAA bat-teries. Never use conventional (non-rechargeable) batteries, as this could result in significant health risks and personal injury. For example, the outer casing of the batteries could be damaged or the batteries could explode. The phone could also malfunction or be damaged as a result of using bat-teries that are not of the recommended type.¤Insert the batteries with the polarity in the correct directions.The polarity is indi-cated in/on the battery compartment.¤First insert the battery cover at the top a.¤Then press the cover b until it clicks into place.To open the battery cover, for instance to replace the batteries, insert a coin in the cavity on the casing and pull the battery cover upwards. ab

13First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Attaching the belt clipThe handset has notches on each side to attach the belt clip.¤To attach – press the belt clip onto the back of the handset so that the protrusions on the belt clip engage with the notches.¤To remove – using your right thumb apply pressure to the centre of the belt clip, push the fingernail of your left index fin-ger between the clip and the casing and lift the clip upwards.Placing the handset in the base/charging cradle¤Place the handset in the base/charging cradle with its display facing forward. Each handset is registered with the base at the factory. You do not need to com-plete a registration. To use your handset with a different base or to use addi-tional handsets with your base register the handset manually (¢page 42).To charge the batteries, leave the handset in the base/charging cradle. Please noteOnly place the handset in the base/charger included with the handset.

14First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Initial charging and discharging of the batteriesThe correct charge level can only display if the batteries are first fully charged and discharged.¤Place the handset in the base/charging cradle for 10 hours.¤Then remove the handset from the base/charging cradle and do not replace it until the batteries are fully discharged.10 hPlease noteuAfter the first battery charge and discharge you may replace your hand-set in the base/charging cradle after every call. uAlways repeat the charging and discharging procedure if you remove the batteries from the handset and reinsert them.uThe batteries may warm up during charging. This is not dangerous.uAfter a while, the charge capacity of the batteries will decrease for tech-nical reasons.

15First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Setting the date and timeSet 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.Date/TimeDate:10/14/2009Time:00:00amAM/PM Save¤Press the key below §Time§ on the display to open the input field. If you have already set the time and date, open the input field via the menu (¢page 26).The Date/Time submenu displays.¤The active input position flashes.Enter the month, day and year as an 8-digit number via the keypad, e.g. Q42QQO for 10/14/2009.Date/TimeDate:01/31/2009Time:00:00amAM/PM SaveINT TimePress the right or left control key to change the input posi-tion and correct an entry.¤Enter the hours and minutes in 4 digit format via the keypad, e.g. QM5 for 07:15 am.Change the input position with the control key if necessary.¤If necessary, press the AM/PM dis-play key to change the time setting from AM to PM.¤Press down on the control key to switch to the time input field.

16First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Display in idle stateAfter registering the phone and setting the time, the idle display shows as in this example. If the answering machine is activated, the answering machine icon Ãdisplays in the header.DisplaysuReception signal between the base and handset:– good to poor: ÒÑiÐ–no reception: |Green: Eco Mode activated (¢page 41)uBattery charge state:–yy{{ (empty to full) –y flashes red: batteries almost empty–xyx{x{(charging)uINT 1Internal name of the handset (¢page 44)Your answering machine is set with a prerecorded announcement, however, you can customize that announcement for your own requirements (page 35). Your phone is now ready to use! ¤Press the key below §Save§ on the dis-play to confirm your entry. The display shows Saved. You will hear a confirmation tone and the handset automatically returns to idle state (only if date and time set for first time).AM/PM SaveDate/Time‰Savedi Ã V07:15 amINT 1 14 OctINT Call Lists

17First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Setting up area codesBefore you can return a call from the Calls list (¢page 33), you must store the local area code of the area in which your phone is being used. If your phone is in a multiple area code area, you must also store the extra codes for that area.Local Area Codev ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢Local Area Code~Enter the local area code.§Save§ Press the Display key. a When the Saved message displays, press and hold to return to idle state. Extra Codesv ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢Extra Codes~Enter the extra code.§Save§ Press the Display key. a When the Saved message displays, press and hold to return to idle state.Repeat the above steps until all the extra codes have been entered for your area. A maximum of five (5) extra codes can be stored.Connecting a headsetAfter removing the plastic cover, you can connect a headset to the left-hand side of your telephone with the 2.5mm jack connector. HAMA and Plantronics M40, MX100 and MX150 headsets are all suitable.The headset volume corresponds to the settings for the handset volume (¢page 48). After using the head-set, replace the plastic cover to enable optimum sound in speaker mode.A compatibility list of tested headsets can be found on the Internet at:www.plantronics.com/productfinder.WarningDo not charge the handset in charging unit or base while the headset is connected.

18First stepsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005What would you like to do next?Now you have successfully started your phone, you will probably want to adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to quickly locate the most important subjects.If you are unfamiliar with menu-driven devices such as other telephones you should first read the section entitled "Using the phone" (¢page 19).If you have any questions about using your phone, please read the tips on troubleshooting (¢page 53) or contact our Customer Care team (¢page 60).Information about ... ... go to ... Setting the ringtone and volume page 49Setting the earpiece volume page 48Recording a personal announcement for the answering machine page 35Setting Eco Mode page 41Operating the telephone on a PABX page 52Registering existing Gigaset handsets to a base page 42Transferring directory entries from existing Gigaset handsets to new Gigaset handset(s) page 31ggggggg

19Using the phoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Using the phoneControl keyBelow, the side of the control key that you must press in the respective operating situation is marked in black (top, bottom, right, left, centre), e.g. v for "press right on the control key" or w for "press the center of the control key". The control key has a number of different functions:When the handset is in idle states Open the directory.v Open the main menu.u Open the list of handsets.tCall up the menu to set the call volume (¢page 48) of the handset.In the main menut, s, v or uNavigate to the required function.In submenus and listst/ s Scroll up/down line by line.In input fieldsUse the control key to move the cursor up t, down s, right v or left u. Press and hold v or u to move the cursor word by word.During an external calls Open the directory.u Initiate an internal consultation call.tAdjust the speaker volume for an earpiece and speaker mode.Functions when pressing the middle of the control keyDepending on the operating situation, the key has different functions.uIn idle state the key opens the main menu.uIn submenus, selection and input fields the key takes on the function of the display keys §OK§, §Yes§, §Save§, §Select§ or §Change§.Please noteThese instructions demonstrate the main menu being opened by pressing the right of the control key and functions being actuated by pressing the appropriate display key. However, if you prefer, you can use the control key as described above.

20Using the phoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Display keysThe functions of the display keys change depending on the particular operating situation. Example:Some important display keys:Open a context-dependent menu.Confirm selection.Delete key: delete one character/word at a time from right to left.Go back one menu level or cancel operation.Store entry.Open the redial list.Forward a call to the answering machine.Keys on the keypadc/ Q/ * etc. Press the matching key on the handset. ~Enter digits or letters. Correcting incorrect entries You can fix incorrect characters in the input fields by navigating to the incorrect entry using the control key. You can then:uDelete the character by briefly pressing Ñ or delete the word to the left of the cursor by pressing and holding Ñ.uInsert characters at the cursor position.uOverwrite the highlighted (flashing) character, e.g. when entering time and date.Back Save Current display key functions.Display keysOptionsOKÛBackSaveÞà

21Using the phoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Menu guidanceYou can access your telephone's functions using a menu that has a number of levels. The menu display can be extended (Expert mode) or reduced (Standard mode). Standard mode is the default setting.Settings or functions that are only available in expert mode are marked in these instructions with the • icon. For further information about switching between standard/expert mode see the menu overview (¢page 25).Main menu (first menu level) ¤When the handset is in idle state press the right v control key to open the main menu.The main menu functions display with icons. The icon for the selected function is marked in orange and the name of the associated function appears in the display's header.To access a function, i.e. to open the corresponding submenu (next menu level):¤Use the control key p to select the required func-tion and press the display key §OK§. Briefly press the display key §Back§ or the end call key a to revert back to idle state.Submenus The functions in the submenus are displayed as lists (as shown on the right). To access a function:¤Scroll to the function with the control key q and press §OK§. Briefly press the display key §Back§ or the end call key a to return to the previous menu level/cancel the operation.Reverting to idle stateYou can revert to idle state from anywhere in the menu as follows:¤Press and hold the end call key a.Or:¤Do not press any key: after 2 minutes the display automatically revert to idle state.Settings that have not been saved by selecting the display key §OK§, §Yes§, §Save§ or §Change§ will be lostAn example of the display in idle state appears on page 16. SettingsìÊÌ×ÉÏBack OKSettingsDate/TimeDisplayLanguageRegistrationTelephonyBack OK

23Using the phoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Using this guideThe operating steps are shown in abbreviated form.Example:The illustration:v ¢Ï ¢Display ¢Large Font (³=on)means:¤Press right on the control key v to open the main menu. ¤Use the right, left, down and up control key p to navigate to the Settings submenu. ¤Press the display key §OK§ to confirm your selection. ¤Press down on the control key s until the Display menu appears on the display. ¤Press the display key §OK§ to con-firm your selection. SettingsDate/TimeDisplayLanguageRegistrationTelephonyBack OKSettingsìÊÌïÉÏBack OK

24Using the phoneGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / starting.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Changes are effective immediately and do not have to be confirmed. ¤Press down on the control key s until the Large Font menu appears on the display. ¤Press the display key §Change§ to acti-vate/deactivate the function. DisplayScreensaverLarge Font ³Color SchemesBack ChangeDisplayScreensaverLarge Font ´Color SchemesBack Change¤Press the key below §Back§ on the dis-play to jump back to the previous menu level. Or:Press and hold the end call key a to return to idle state.

25Menu overviewGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / menuetree.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Menu overviewSetting standard or expert mode The menu display can be extended (Expert mode) or restricted (standard mode). Stand-ard mode is the active default setting. Settings or functions that are only available in expert mode are marked in these instructions by the •icon. The icon does not appear on the handset.To change these settings:Select v ¢Ï ¢Menu View ¢Simplified (standard mode) or Complete (expert mode) ¢§Select§ (the active mode is marked with Ø).Open the main menu: Pressv when the telephone is in idle mode.¼Alarm Clock ¢page 41ÊCall ListsAll Calls ¢page 33Outgoing Calls ¢page 33Accepted Calls ¢page 33Missed Calls ¢page 33ÌVoice MailPlay Messages Network Mailbox ¢page 40Answering Machine * ¢page 35Activation * ¢page 35Announcements * Rec. Announcement * ¢page 35Play Announcement * ¢page 35Del. Announcement * ¢page 35•Rec. Advisory Msg. * ¢page 35•Play Advisory Msg. * ¢page 36•Del. Advisory Msg. * ¢page 36•Recordings * ¢page 38•Call Screening * ¢page 38•Network Mailbox ** ¢page 40•Set Key 1 * Network Mailbox ¢page 40Answering Machine ¢page 40* Only base with answering machine** Only base without answering machine

26Menu overviewGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / menuetree.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005ÏAudio Settings Handset Volume ¢page 48•Advisory Tones ¢page 50Ringtones(Handset) ¢page 49Ringtones (Base) ¢page 51•Music on Hold ¢page 51ÉAdditional FeaturesRoom Monitor ¢page 45ÏSettingsDate/Time ¢page 15Display Screensaver ¢page 47Large Font ¢page 48Color Schemes ¢page 48•Backlight ¢page 48Language ¢page 47Registration Register Handset ¢page 42De-reg. Handset ¢page 42Select Base** ¢page 43•Telephony Auto Answer ¢page 48Listening In ¢page 44Dialing Mode ¢page 52Flash ¢page 52Local Area Code ¢page 17Extra Codes ¢page 17•System Handset Reset ¢page 50Base Reset ¢page 51System PIN ¢page 51Menu View Simplified ¢page 25Complete ¢page 25Eco Mode Eco Mode ¢page 41** Only appears when multiple bases are available

27Making callsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / telefony.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Making callsMaking an external callExternal calls are calls using the public tel-ephone network.~c Enter the number and press the talk key. Or:c~ Press and hold the talk key c and then enter the number. You can cancel the dialing operation with the end call key a.While the call is in progress, the duration of the call displays.Ending a callaPress the end call key.Accepting a callThe handset indicates an incoming call in three ways: by ringing, by a display on the screen and by the flashing talk key c. You can accept the call by:¤Pressing the talk key c.¤Pressing the speaker key d. ¤Gigaset C590 only: Press the display key §Accept§.¤Gigaset C595 only: Press the display key Ô to divert the call to the answering machine (¢page 37). If the handset is in the base/charging cra-dle and the Auto Answer function is acti-vated (¢page 48), the handset automat-ically answers the call when you remove it from the charging cradle. To deactivate the ringtone, press the §Silence§ display key. You can accept the call as long as it displays on the screen.Using Caller IDCaller ID (CID) and Caller Name ID (CNID) are optional subscription services pro-vided by your telephone service provider. These features supply incoming caller identification information that displays on your handset.Call display with Caller ID/ NameIf the caller's number is saved in your directory, the caller's displays.or1 Ringtone icon 2 Caller name or numberPlease notedialing with the directory (¢page 29), calls list (¢page 33) and redial list (¢page 32) saves you from repeatedly keying in phone numbers. Ø«Ú9725551234Accept Silence12Gigaset C59012Gigaset C595Ø«Ú9725551234àSilence

28Making callsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / telefony.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005The following displays in place of the number:uExternal, if no number is transmitted.uUnavailable, if the caller has not requested Calling Line Identification (CID). Display with CIDIf you have CID, then the name that is reg-istered with your network provider for the caller's number will also display. If the number of the caller is stored in your directory, the corresponding directory entry replaces the CID display.1 Caller's number 2 Caller’s name The display shows:uExternal, if no number is transmitted.uUnavailable, if the caller has not requested Calling Line Identification (CID). Using the speaker modeIn speaker mode, instead of holding the handset to your ear you can put it down, for example on the table in front of you. This allows others to participate in the call.Activating/deactivating speaker modeActivating while dialing ~d Enter the number and press the speaker key.¤You should inform your caller before you use the speaker function so that they know someone else is listening. Switching between earpiece and speaker modedPress the speaker key.During a call and when listening to the answering machine (Gigaset C595 only), activate or deactivate speaker mode.To place the handset in the base/charging cradle during a call:¤Press and hold the speaker key d while placing the handset in the base. For instructions on how to adjust the speaker volume (¢page 48). Switching to muteYou can deactivate the microphone in your handset during an external call. hPress key to mute the handset. The display shows Microphone is off.Press the key again to reacti-vate the microphone.Ø«Ú9725551234Anna FieldingAccept Silence21Please noteIf the telephone is muted the only keys that will function on the handset are the mute key h and the end-call key a. .

29Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Using the directory and listsThe options are: uDirectoryuRedial list uCall lists uList of missed appointmentsuAnswering machine list (Gigaset C595 only)You can create a personalized directory for your own individual handset. You can also send lists/entries to other handsets (¢page 31).DirectoryYou can save up to 150 entries in the direc-tory.DirectoryIn the directory, you can save: uFor each directory entry, one first name, one surname, and up to three telephone numbers. uE-mail addressuAnniversaries with reminderuVIP ringtones with VIP symbolOpen the directory in idle state using the s key. Length of the entriesu3 numbers: each max. 32 digitsuFirst name and surname: each max. 16 charactersuE-mail address: max. 64 charactersSaving a number in the directorys ¢<New Entry>¤Change multiple line input:First Name: / Last Name:Enter first names and/or surnames. If only the first name or surname is entered into these fields, the number is saved and displayed under that entry. (For instructions on how to enter text and special characters, please see ¢page 56.)Phone (Home): / Phone (Office): / Phone (Mobile):Enter a number in at least one of the fields. When scrolling through the directory, the entries are highlighted by a pre-fixed symbol: ä/ k/ l.E-Mail:Enter the e-mail address.Anniversary:Select On or Off.When set to On:Enter Anniversary Date and Anniv. (Time) and select reminder type: Anniv. (Signal) (¢page 31).VIP Group:Mark directory entry as VIP (Very Important Person). Each entry can be allocated to one of 6 VIP groups, defined by the color of the Æ symbol, the name of the VIP group and the corresponding ringtone. VIP calls are recognised by the ring-tone. The background color of the ring-tone animation changes to the color of the VIP group.Prerequisite: Caller ID service subscrip-tion (CID) (¢page 27).§Save§ Press the display key.Please noteFor quick access to a number from the directory (shortcut), you can assign the number to a key (¢page 46).

30Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Order of directory entriesDirectory entries are generally sorted alphabetically by surname. Spaces and digits take first priority. If only the first name was entered in the directory, this is incorporated into the sort order instead of the surname.The sort order is as follows:1. Space2. Digits (0–9)3. Letters (alphabetical)4. Other charactersTo force an entry to appear at the begin-ning of the list, insert a space or digit in front of the first letter of the surname. Selecting a directory entrys Open the directory. You have the following options:uUse s to scroll through the entries until the required name is selected. uEnter the first letter of the name; if nec-essary scroll to the entry with the s key.The directory searches for the surname. If a surname has not been entered, the directory searches for the first name. Dialing with the directorys ¢s(Select entry). c Press the talk key. (If several numbers have been entered, select the required number and press the talk key cagain).The number is dialed. Managing directory entriesViewing entries s ¢s(Select entry) ¢View Options§. §View§ Press the display key. The entry displays. §Options§ Press the display key. The following functions can be selected with q:Display Number To edit or add to a saved number, or to save it as a new entry, press Óafter the number displays.Delete Entry Delete the selected entry.Copy Entry to Internal: Send a single entry to a handset (¢page 31).Editing entries s ¢s(Select entry) ¢.View§ §Edit§ §View§ §Edit§ Press the display keys one after the other. ¤Make the changes and save.Using other functions s ¢s(Select entry) ¢§Options§(Open menu)The following functions can be selected with q:Display Number Edit or add to a saved number and then dial with c or save as a new entry; to do this, press Óafter the number appears on the display.Edit Entry Edit the selected entry.Delete Entry Delete the selected entry.Copy Entryto Internal: Send a single entry to a handset (¢page 31).

31Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005VIP Groups Change the name and ringtone of VIP groups; to do this:Select the VIP group ¢§Edit§ ¢Change entry ¢§Save§.Delete AllDelete all entries in the directory.Copy Allto Internal: Send the complete list to a handset (¢page 31).Available Memory Displays the number of entries that are still available in the directory (¢page 29).Sending the directory to another handsetPrerequisite:uThe sending and receiving handsets must both be registered to the same base. uThe other handset and the base can send and receive directory entries.s ¢s(Select entry) ¢§Options§ (Open menu) ¢Copy Entry / Copy All ¢to Internal sSelect the internal number assigned to the receiving handset and press §OK§. You can transfer several individual entries one after the other by responding to the Entry copied - Copy next entry? prompt with §Yes§.A successful transfer is confirmed by a message and confirmation tone on the receiving handset.Please note: uEntries with identical numbers are not overwritten on the receiving handset. uThe transfer is cancelled if the phone rings or if the memory of the receiving handset is full.uPictures and sounds allocated to entries are not transferred.Copying the displayed number to the directoryYou can copy numbers displayed in a list, e.g. the calls list or the redial list, to the directory.If you have CID, the first 16 characters of the transmitted name are also copied to the Last Name line. A number displays: §Options§ ¢Copy to Directory¤Complete the entry (¢page 29). Gigaset C595 only: Message playback is interrupted during the number transfer from the answering machine list. Copying a number or e-mail address from the directory In some operating situations, you can open the directory to copy a number or e-mail address, for example. Your handset need not be in idle state.¤Depending on the operating situation, open the directory with s or Ó.qSelect entry (¢page 30).Saving an anniversary in the directory For each number in the directory, you can save an anniversary and specify a time at which a reminder call should be made on the anniversary (the default setting Anniversary: Off).s ¢s (Select entry)§View§ §Edit§ Press the display keys one after the other.sScroll to the Anniversary line.vSelect On.

32Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005¤Change multiple line input:Anniversary DateEnter month/day/year in 8-digit format.Anniv. (Time)Enter the hour/minute for the reminder call in 4-digit format. Anniv. (Signal)Select the type of signal for the reminder.§Save§ Press the display key.Deactivating anniversariess ¢s (Select entry)§View§ §Edit§ Press the display keys one after the other.sScroll to the Anniversary line.vSelect Off.§Save§ Press the display key.Reminder call on an anniversaryWhen the handset is in idle state, a reminder call is shown in the handset dis-play and indicated by the selected ring-tone.You can:§Off§ Press the display key to acknowledge and end the reminder call. If you are on a call at the time of the reminder, call is indicated on the handset with a single advisory tone.Anniversaries that are indicated during a call and that are elapsed are entered in the Missed Alarms list (¢page 34).Redial listThe redial list contains the twenty num-bers last dialed with the handset (max. 32 digits each). If one of the num-bers is in the directory, the corresponding name displays.Manual redial cPress the key briefly.sSelect entry. cPress the talk key again. The number is dialed.When a name displays, you can display the corresponding phone number by pressing the display key §View§.Managing entries in the redial listcPress the key briefly.sSelect entry.§Options§ Open menu.The following functions can be selected with q: Copy to DirectoryCopy an entry to the directory (¢page 31).Display Number (as in the directory, page 30)Delete Entry (as in the directory, page 30) Delete All (as in the directory, page 31) Please note You must specify a time for reminder calls. if you select a visual signal, a time is automatically set to “12.00 am“ regardless of you select Anniversary melody or “Optical only“ .ØðÚMiller,FrankOff

33Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Answering machine list (Gigaset C595 only)You can use the answering machine list to listen to the messages that have been recorded on the answering machine. Call listsPrerequisite: Caller ID service subscrip-tion (CID, ¢page 27)Your telephone stores various types of calls: uAccepted callsuOutgoing callsuMissed callsuCalls recorded by the answering machine (Gigaset C595 only)You can view each type of call separately or view an overview of all calls. Each call record contains the last 20 numbers in its category.When in idle state, open the call lists by selecting the §Calls§ display key or via the menu:v ¢ÊList entryNew messages display at the top.An example of list entries:uList type (appears in the heading) uState of entryBold: New entryuNumber or name of calleruDate and time of call (if set, ¢page 15)uType of entry: – Accepted calls ( › )– Missed calls ( ™)– Outgoing calls ( š )– Calls recorded by the answering machine (Ã, Gigaset C595 only)Press the talk key c to return the calls selected.Select the §View§ display key to access addi-tional information, including, for exam-ple, the number linked to the name. If you have CID, then the name and town that is registered with your network provider for the calling number will be displayed. If the name and town are not shown, it means that the caller has not requested CID or that CID has been withheld. Select the §Options§ display key to select the following options:Copy to Directory Copying a displayed number to the directory.Delete Entry Delete selected entry.Delete All Delete all entries.When you quit the call lists, all entries are set to the state "old", i.e. the next time you open the call the list they will no longer appear in bold.All Calls™ Frank10/14/09, 5:40pmš 972555123410/14/09, 5:32pm™ ...1512555123410/14/09, 5:07pmView Options

34Using the directory and listsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Opening lists with the message key You can use the message key f to open the following list selection:uAnswering machine list (Gigaset C595 only) or network mailbox, if your net-work provider supports this function and a shortcut is set for the network mailbox (¢page 40).uList of missed calls (¢page 33)uList of missed appointments (¢page 34)An advisory tone sounds as soon as a new message arrives in a list. The f key flashes (it goes off when the key is pressed). In idle state, the display shows an icon for the new message: The number of new entries displays under the corresponding icon.After pressing the message key f you will see all the lists that contain messages and the network mailbox list.Lists containing new messages are at the top of the list and are marked in a bold font.Select a list with q. To open, press §OK§.List of missed appointmentsMissed anniversaries (¢page 31) are saved in the Missed Alarms list if: uYou do not accept an anniversary.uThe anniversary was signaled during a phone call.uThe handset is deactivated at the time of the anniversary.uOpen the list by pressing the messages key f (¢page 34). Each entry is shown with uNumber or nameuDate and time The most recent entry is at the top of the list.Press the display key §Delete§ to delete the selected entry.Each list may contain a maximum of 10 entries. If 10 entries are already stored in the list, the next appointment reminder will delete the oldest entry. Icon New message... Ã ... in the answering machine list (Gigaset C595 only) or on the network mailbox™ ... in list of missed calls ... in the Missed Alarms list:Please noteIf calls are saved in the network mail-box, you will receive a message if the appropriate settings have been made (see your network provider user guide).Ãœ 02 10 08Messages & CallsCalls: (3)Missed Alarms (1)Back OK

35Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / answering_m.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseThe answering machine is operated via the handset, the keys on the base (¢page 3) or by remote operation (from another telephone/mobile phone). You can record your own announcement mes-sage or advisory message via the handset.Answering machine modeYou can use the answering machine in three different modes. uIn Answer & Record mode, the caller hears the announcement and can then leave a message. uIn Answer only mode, the caller hears your announcement but cannot leave a message.uIn Alternating mode you can activate the answer and record mode for a set period, outside this period the caller will hear the advisory message.Operation via the handsetThe handset speaker activates automati-cally if you receive an audible prompt or message while operating the answering machine. You can turn it off with the speaker keyd.Activating/deactivating and setting the answering machine modeYou can choose between Answer & Record, Answer only and Alternating. v ¢Ì ¢Activation (μ=on)§Edit§ Press the display key.¤Change multiple line input:Activation:Select On or Off to activate/deactivate the answering machine.Mode:Answer & Record, Answer only or select Alternating.If the Alternating mode is selected:Record from:Enter hours/minutes for the start of the period in 4-digit format. (The time must be set on the phone beforehand.)Record until:Enter hours/minutes for the end of the period in 4-digit format.§Save§ Press the display key.When you switch the answering machine on, the remaining memory time is announced. If the time has not yet been set an appropriate announcement is made (Set time ¢page 15). The Ã icon appears in the display. The LED display lights up on the base (¢page 3).The phone is supplied with pre-recorded announcements for answer and record mode and for advisory only mode. If a personal announcement has not been recorded, the relevant pre-recorded announcement is used. If the messages memory is full and Activation: On is selected, saving is interrupted and you will receive an instruction to delete old messages.Recording a personal announcement/advisory messagev ¢Ì ¢Announcements ¢Rec. Announcement / Rec. Advisory Msg.§OK§ Press the display key to start the recording.You hear the ready tone (short tone).¤Now say your announcement (at least 3 seconds).§End§ Press the display key to end the recording.Cancel recording with a or §Back§. Restart the recording with §OK§.•

36Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / answering_m.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005After recording, the announcement plays back for you to check. You can re-record the announcement with §New§.Please note:uRecording ends automatically if the maximum recording time of 100 sec-onds is exceeded or there is a break in speech for more than 2 seconds.uIf you cancel the recording, the pre-recorded announcement is used again.uIf the answering machine's memory is full, it switches to Answer only mode.¤Delete old messages and the answering machine automatically switches back to Answer & Record mode. Repeat the recording if required.Playing back announcements/advisory messagesv ¢Ì ¢Announcements ¢Play Announcement / Play Advisory Msg.If you have not recorded a personal announcement, the relevant pre-recorded announcement plays.Record a new announcement while play-ing back the announcement:§New§ Press the display key.If the answering machine's memory is full, it switches to Answer only mode.¤Delete old messages and the answering machine will automatically switches back to Answer & Record mode. Repeat the recording if required.Deleting announcements/advisory messagesv ¢Ì ¢Announcements ¢Del. Announcement / Del. Advisory Msg.§Yes§ Press the display key to con-firm the prompt. After deleting your announcement, the relevant pre-recorded announcement is used again. Playing back messagesThe date and time of each message is logged (if this function has been set, ¢page 15) and displayed during the playback. If Calling Line Identification (CID) activates, the caller's number or name displays. If the caller's number is saved in the directory, its name displays. Playing back new messagesNew messages that have not yet been heard are indicated in the display with a symbol and number:The fkey on the handset and the display on the base flashes. The number of new messages is shown on the base.fPress the message key. Ans. Machine:Select and press §OK§.If there are new messages, playback then begins with the first new message. After the last new message plays you will hear the end tone and an announcement about how much recording time remains.If the message was saved with the date and time, you will hear an appropriate announcement before playback begins.Playing back old messagesYou can listen to old messages if there are no more new messages. Begin playback as described under "Playing back new mes-sages". After the entry time and date have been played back (after approx. 3 seconds) a new message assumes the state "old".••Ã02

37Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / answering_m.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Stopping and controlling playback During message playback: 2 Pause playback. Press 2 again to resume.Or:§Options§ Open menu.you can press §OK§ or key 2.t orGo to the start of the current message.Press twice to go back to the previous message.s or 3Skip to next message.Press twice to skip to the next but one message.If playback is interrupted for over a minute, the answering machine returns to idle state.Marking a message as "new"When a recorded message has been played back, the state automatically reverts to "old." To change the message state to "new": During message playback: *Press the star key.Or:§Options§ Open menu.Mark as New Select and press §OK§.An announcement informs you of the message's new state.Playback of the current message is can-celled. Playback of next message starts, if applicable. The f key on the handset flashes after you go back to Idle (not when you are lis-tening answering machine messages).Copying the phone number of a message to the directoryDuring playback or pause:§Options§ ¢Copy to Directory ¤Complete the entry (¢page 31).Deleting messagesYou can either delete all old messages at one time or individually. Deleting all old messagesDuring playback or pause:§Options§ ¢Delete Old ListSelect and press §OK§.§Yes§ Press the display key to con-firm the prompt.Deleting individual old messagesDuring playback or pause:§Delete§ Press the display key.Or:you can press Q Picking up a call from the answering machineYou can pick up a call while the answering machine is recording or is being operated via remote operation:c/ §Accept§Press the talk or display key.Recording stops and you can speak to the caller.If 2 seconds of the call have already been recorded when you pick it up, the call dis-plays as a new message. The f key on the handset flashes.You can answer the call even if it is not sig-naled on the handset. Diverting an external call to the answering machineYou can divert an incoming external call to the answering machine even if it is deacti-vated. Prerequisite: Sufficient memory space must be available on the answering machine. An external call is signaled on the handset:

38Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / answering_m.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005ÔSelect display key. The answering machine immediately starts in recording mode and records the call. The time set for the ring delay (¢page 38) is ignored.Activating/deactivating two-way recordYou can record an external call with the answering machine. ¤Inform the caller that the call is being recorded.§Options§ Open menu.Two-way Record Select and press §OK§. Two-way record is indicated on the display by an advisory text and is added to the answering machine list as a new message. §End§ Press the display key to stop two-way record.The maximum recording time depends on the memory available on the answering machine. If the memory is full, you will hear an end tone, the recording is aborted. The call recorded up to that point is listed in the answering machine list as a new message. Activating/deactivating call screeningWhile a message is recording, you can screen calls via the speaker of the base and registered handsets.Permanently activating/deactivating call screeningv ¢Ì ¢Call Screening ¢Handset / Base (³=on)§Change§ Select display key to activate/deactivate the function.Call screening can be simultaneously acti-vated on the base and handset. Deactivating call screening for the current recordingYou can deactivate the function on the handset during the recording.§Silence§ Press the display key.Setting the recording parametersThe answering machine has already been preset at the factory. Individual settings can be adjusted using the handset.v ¢Ì ¢Recordings¤Change multiple line input:Length:Maximum recording time. Select 1 min., 2 min., 3 min. or Maximum. The default is 3 min.Quality:Select recording quality Long Play or High. If the quality set to high , the max-imum recording time is reduced. The default is long play.Ring Delay:When the answering machine should accept a call select: Immediately, 10 sec., 18 sec., 30 sec. or Auto. The default is 18. sec.§Save§ Press the display key.Information about call acceptanceIn Auto mode, the following applies to ring delay: uIf there are no new messages, the answering machine accepts a call after 18 seconds.uIf new messages are present, the answering machine accepts a call after 10 seconds. When operating remotely (¢page 39) if the answering machine does not "pick up" the call in approx. 15 seconds there are no new messages (otherwise the answering machine would already have accepted your call). There are no call charges if you hang up before the answering machine picks up.••

39Operating the answering machine on the Gigaset C595 baseGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / answering_m.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Changing the language for voice prompt and pre-recorded announcementv Open the main menu.*#Q5#2 Enter digits and pressQ§OK§ To set English.§OK§ To set French.2§OK§ To set Spanish.Resetting fast access for the answering machine using key 1By default, key  has been assigned for fast access to the integrated answering machine. However, if you have set the net-work mailbox for fast access (¢page 40), you can reset this setting.v ¢Ì ¢Set Key 1Answering MachineSelect and press §OK§.After selecting the answering machine, press and hold key . You will be con-nected directly.The setting for fast access applies to all registered handsets.Operating when on the move (remote operation)You can check and activate your answer-ing machine from any other telephone (hotel, pay phone etc.),.Prerequisite: uYou have set a system PIN other than 0000 (¢page 51).uThe phone you are using for remote operation has tone dialing (DTMF), i.e. you hear different tones when you press the keys. Alternatively, you can use a code transmitter (available from aretailer).Calling the answering machine and playing back messages~ Dial your own number. 9~ When you hear your announcement, press 9 and enter the system PIN. A message plays telling you if any new messages have been recorded, then the messages now play back. You can now operate the answering machine with the keypad. Use following keys to operate the answer-ing machine: A Press once to return to the start of the current message.Press twice to go back to the previous message.B Press once to stop playback. Press again to resume.3 Go to the next message.0 Delete current message.Activating the answering machine¤Phone home and let the phone ring until you hear: "Please enter PIN".~ Enter system PIN.Your answering machine is activated. It tells you how much memory time is left. The messages are now played back.The answering machine cannot be deacti-vated remotely.•

40Using the network mailboxGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / T-NetBox_SAG.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Using the network mailboxThe network mailbox is your network pro-vider's answering machine within the net-work. You cannot use the network mail-box unless you have requested it from your network provider. Configuring fast access for the network mailboxWith fast access, you can dial the network mailbox or the integrated answering machine (Gigaset C595 only) directly. Gigaset C590: Fast access is preset for the network mailbox. You only need to enter the number of the network mailbox.Gigaset C595: The integrated answering machine is preset for fast access. You can configure the network mailbox instead. Ask your network provider for further information.Configuring fast access for the network mailbox and entering the network mailbox numberGigaset C595 only:v ¢Ì ¢Set Key 1Network Mailbox Select and press §Select§ (Ø=selected).Gigaset C590 only:v ¢Ì ¢Network MailboxThen:~Enter the number for the net-work mailbox.§Save§ Press the display key.The fast access setting applies to all Gigaset C59H handsets.Calling the network mailboxPress and hold. You are con-nected directly to the network mailbox. dPress the speaker key d if required. You will hear the net-work mailbox announcement.Viewing the network mailbox messageWhen a message is recorded to the net-work mailbox, you receive a call from the network mailbox. If you have requested Calling Line Identification (CID), the net-work mailbox number displays. If you accept the call, the new messages are played back. If you do not accept the call, the network mailbox number is saved in the missed call list and the message key flashes (¢page 34). •

41ECO DECTGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005ECO DECTYou are helping to protect the environ-ment with your Gigaset C590/C595.Reduced energy consumptionYour telephone has a power-saving adapter plug and uses less power.Reducing radiationThe radiation from your telephone is reduced automatically:uThe handset's transmission power is reduced depending on the distance to the base.uThe transmission power on the base is reduced to virtually zero when only one handset is registered and the handset is in the base.You can reduce the radiation from the handset and base even more by using Eco Mode:uEco Mode 80% transmission power reduction of the base in standby and talk mode.Activating/deactivating the Eco Modev ¢Ï ¢Eco Mode ¢Eco Mode§Change§ Press the display key (³=on).State displaysSetting the alarm clockPrerequisite: The date and time have already been set (¢page 15).Activating/deactivating the alarm clock and setting the wake-up timev ¢Alarm Clock¤Change multiple line input:Activation: Select On or Off.Time: Enter the wake-up time in 4-digit for-mat. Use the display key to select AM or PM.Volume: Use the right and left arrows on the control key to set the volume. Melody: Select the melody to play as the alarm signal.§Save§ Press the display key.In idle state, the ¼ icon and wake-up time display.A wake-up call is signaled on the display and with the selected melody (¢page 2). The wake-up call sounds for 60 seconds. If a key is not pressed, the wake-up call repeats twice at five minute intervals and then switched off. During an active call, the wake-up call is only signaled by a short tone. Deactivating the wake-up call/repeating after a pause (snooze mode)Prerequisite: A wake-up call is sounding.§Off§ Press the display key. The wake-up call is deactivated.Or: §Snooze§ Press the display key or any key. The wake-up call is deacti-vated and then repeated after 5 minutes. After the second repetition the wake-up call is deactivated completely.Display iconÒÑiÐ|Signal strength:– good to poor– no signalÐwhite Eco Mode deactivatedÐgreen Eco Mode enabledPlease noteActivating Eco Mode reduces the range of the base.

42Using several handsetsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Using several handsetsRegistering handsetsYou can register up to six handsets to your base.A Gigaset C59H handset can be registered on up to four bases. Manually registering the Gigaset C59H on Gigaset C590/C595You must manually activate registration of the handset on both the handset and the base. When the registration process has com-pleted successfully, the handset returns to idle state. The handset's internal number is shown in the display e.g. INT 1. If not, repeat the procedure. On the handsetif the handset is not registered to any base.§Register§ Press the display key.The handset is already registered to a base:v ¢Ï ¢Registration ¢Register HandsetA message displays that a search for a base that is ready for registration is being car-ried out.~If required, enter the system PIN for the base and press §OK§.If the handset is already registered to more than one base:sSelect the base, e.g. Base 3 and press §OK§.On the baseWithin 60 seconds press and hold the reg-istration/paging button on the base (¢page 3) (for approx. 3 seconds). Registering other handsetsYou can register other Gigaset handsets and handsets for other devices with GAP functionality as defined below. On the handset¤Start to register the handset as described in its user guide.On the basePress and hold the registration/paging button on the base (¢page 3) (for approx. 3 sec.). De-registering handsetsYou can de-register any other registered handset from any registered Gigaset C59H handset.v ¢Ï ¢Registration ¢De-reg. HandsetsSelect the handset you wish to deregister and press §OK§. (The handset you are currently using is highlighted with <).~Enter the current system PIN and press §Save§.§Yes§ Press the display key.Locating a handset ("Paging")You can locate your handset using the base. ¤Briefly press the registration/paging button on the base (¢page 3).¤All handsets will ring simultaneously ("paging"), even if the ringtones are deactivated.Ending paging¤Briefly press the registration/paging button on the base or press the talk key c on the handset.

43Using several handsetsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Changing the base1If your handset is registered to more than one base, you can set it to a particular base or to the base that has the best reception (Best Base). v ¢Ï ¢Registration ¢Select BasesSelect one of the registered bases or Best Base and press §Select§.Making internal callsInternal calls to other handsets registered on the same base are free.Calling a specific handsetuInitiate internal call. ~Enter the number of the hand-set to call. Or:uInitiate internal call. s Select handset to call.cPress the talk key .Calling all handsets ("group call")u Initiate internal call. *Press the star key. Or:Call All Select menu option andcPress the talk key .All handsets are called.Ending a calla Press the end call key.Transferring a call to another handsetYou can transfer an external call to another handset (connect).u Open the list of handsets. The external participant hears „on-hold“ music if that feature is set (¢page 51).sSelect a handset or Call All and press §OK§.When the internal participant answers:¤If necessary, announce the external call. a Press the end call key.The external call is transferred to the other handset. If the internal participant does not answer or the line is busy, press the display key §End§ to return to the external call. When transferring a call you can also press the end call key a before the internal participant answers. Then, if the internal participant does not answer or the line is busy, the call will automatically return to you.Internal consultation/conference callsIf you are on an external call you can call an internal participant at the same time for consultation or hold a conference call between all 3 participants.When you are conducting an external call:u Open the list of handsets. The external participant hears „on-hold“ music if that feature is set (¢page 51).sSelect the handset and press §OK§.You are connected to the inter-nal participant. When you have completed the consulta-tion call:§End§ Press the display key. You are reconnected with the external participant.1this feature is only available if multiplebases are within range and registered.

44Using several handsetsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Or:§Conference§ Press the display key. All 3 participants are con-nected with each other.Ending a conference calla Press the end call key.If an internal participant presses the end call key a, the other handset remains connected to the external participant.Accepting/rejecting call waitingIf you receive an external call during an internal call, you will hear the call waiting tone (short tone). The caller's number or name will appear in the display if Calling Line Identification (CID) is enabled. Ending an internal call, accepting an external call§Accept§ Press the display key.The internal call is ended. You are con-nected to the external caller.Rejecting the external call§Reject§ Press the display key.The call waiting tone is turned off. You remain connected with the internal partic-ipant. The ringtone can still be heard on other registered handsets. Listening in to an external callPrerequisite: The Listening In function must be activated. When you are conducting an external call, an internal participant can listen in on this call and take part in the conversation. All participants are made aware of the "listen-ing in" by a signal tone. Activating/deactivating listening inv ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢Listening InPress §Change§ to activate/deactivate the function (³=on).Internal listening inThe line is engaged with an external call, the handset screen displays information to that effect. To listen to the external call.c Press and hold the talk key .You can listen in to the call. All participants hear a signal tone. During this time, this handset displays the Conference message and it is not possible to dial another number from this handset.Ending listening ina Press the end call key.All participants hear a signal tone.If the first internal participant presses the end call key a, the handset that has "listened in" remains connected to the external participant. Changing the name of a handsetThe names "INT 1", "INT 2" etc. are assigned automatically on registration. You can change these names. The name must be no more than 10 characters. The changed name displays in every handset list.uOpen the list of handsets. Your own handset is indicated by f. sSelect the handset.§Options§ Open menu.Rename~Enter the new name.§Save§ Press the display key.•

45Using a handset as a room monitorGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Changing a handset's internal numberA handset is automatically assigned the lowest free number when it is registered. If all six slots are occupied, if the assigned to slot 6 is in idle mode, the new entry overwrites the existing handset definition. You can change the internal number of all registered handsets (1–6). uOpen the list of handsets. Your own handset is indicated by f. §Options§ Open menu.Assign Handset No.Select and press §OK§.rSelect number. All of the pos-sible numbers: 1,2,3,4,5,6 dis-play.§Save§ Press the display key to save the input.Using a handset as a room monitorIf the room monitor is activated, a previ-ously saved destination number is called as soon as a set noise level is reached. You can save an internal or external number in your handset as the destination number. All of the handset keys are deactivated, with the exception o display keys and con-trol key.The room monitor call to an external number is terminated after approximately 90 seconds. If the internal handset doesn’t answer the room monitor, the ringing stops after about 3 minutes. call When the room monitor is activated, all keys are locked except the end call key. The handset's speaker is muted. When the room monitor is activated, incoming calls to the handset are indi-cated without a ringtone and only dis-play on the screen. The display and keypad are not illuminated and advisory tones are also turned off.If you accept an incoming call, the room monitor is suspended for the duration of the call, but the function remains acti-vate.If you deactivate, then reactivate the handset, the room monitor remains acti-vated.Activating the room monitor and entering the destination numberv ¢É ¢Room Monitor¤Change multiple line input: Activation:Select On to activate.Alarm to:Select Internal or External.External number: Select the number from the directory (press the display key ö) or enter it directly. Internal number: Select the display key §Change§ ¢Select the handset or Call All to call all registered handsets ¢§OK§.Warning!uAlways check the operation of the room monitor before using it. For example, test its noise sensitivity. Check the connection if you are diverting the room monitor to an external number. uWhen the function is switched on, the handset's operating time is con-siderably reduced. If necessary, place the handset in the base/charg-ing cradle. This ensures that the bat-tery does not run down.uIdeally the handset should be posi-tioned 1 to 2 metres away from the baby. The microphone must be directed towards the baby. uThe connection to which the room monitor is diverted must not be blocked by an activated answering machine.

46Handset settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005¤Press §Save§ to save the settings.In idle state, the destination number or the internal destination number dis-plays.When the room monitor function is acti-vated, the idle display appears as shown below:Changing the set destination numberv ¢É ¢Room Monitor¤Enter and save number as described in "Activating the room monitor and entering the destination number" (¢page 45).Cancel/deactivate room monitorPress the end call key a to cancel the call when the room monitor is activated.In idle state, press the display key §Off§ to deactivate the room monitor mode.Deactivating the room monitor remotelyPrerequisite: The phone must support tone dialing and the room monitor should be set for an external destination number.¤Accept the call from the room monitor and press keys 9 ;. The call will end immediately and the room monitor function will be deacti-vated. There will be no further room mon-itor calls. To reactivate the room function with the same phone number:¤Turn on the activation again and save with §Save§ (¢page 45). Handset settingsYour handset is preconfigured, but you can change the settings to suit your indi-vidual requirements.Quick access to numbers and functionsYou can assign a number from the direc-tory to each of the digit keys Q and 2to O. The left and right display keys have a function pre-selected by default. You can change the assignment (¢page 47).The number is then dialed or the function started by simply pressing a key. Assigning digit keys Prerequisite: You have not yet assigned a number to the digit key.Press and hold the digit key. The directory is opened.¤Select an entry and press §OK§.The entry is saved on the appropriate digit key.i Ã V07:15 amINT 1 Oct 22ÁRoom Monitor9725551234Off OptionsPlease noteIf you delete or edit the entry in the directory at a later date, the Quick Dial number assignment is not updated.

47Handset settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Dialing a number/changing assignmentPrerequisite: The digit key already has a number assigned to it.When the handset is in idle state ¤Press and hold the digit key. The number is dialed immediately.Or: ¤Briefly press the digit key:Press the display key with number/name (abbreviated if necessary) to dial the number.Or:¤press the §Change§ display key to change the digit key assignment or to delete the assignment.Changing display key assignments¤Press and hold the left or right display key.The list of possible key assignments opens. Select any of the following:Room MonitorAssign menu for setting and activating the room monitor to a key (¢page 45).Alarm ClockAssign menu for setting and activating the alarm clock to a key (¢page 41).RedialDisplay the redial list (¢page 32).More Functions...More features are available:Call ListsINTInternal calls (¢page 43).Possible OPCAP features: Application n, Applications, Scenario n, Scenarios¤Select an entry and press §OK§.Changing the display languageYou can view the display texts in different languages.v ¢Ï ¢LanguageThe current language is indicated by a Ø.sSelect language and press §Select§. Setting the displaySetting the screensaverYou can set a picture or the time to display as a screensaver when the handset is in idle state. This will replace the idle state display. Depending on the size of the screensaver, it may conceal the date, time and name. The screensaver not display in certain situ-ations, e.g. during a call or if the handset is deregistered. If a screensaver is activated, the Screen-saver menu option is marked with μ. v ¢Ï ¢Display ¢ScreensaverThe current setting display. ¤Change multiple line input:Activation:Select On (screensaver display) or Off (no screensaver).Selection:Use the right and left control keys to select a screensaver, or§View§ Press the display key. The active screensaver display.s Select screensaver and press §OK§.§Save§ Press the display key.If the screensaver conceals the display, briefly press a to show the idle display.

48Handset settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Setting the large fontYou can increase the font size of print and symbols in call lists and in the directory to improve readability. When using the large font, only one entry instead of multiple entries can be shown at the same time on each display and names are shortened where necessary.v ¢Ï ¢Display ¢Large Font§Change§ Press display key (³=on).Setting the color schemeYou can set the display to have a dark or light background.v ¢Ï ¢Display ¢Color SchemesSelect Color Scheme 1 or Color Scheme 2 and press §Select§.Setting the display backlightDepending on whether or not the handset is in the base/charging cradle, you can activate or deactivate the lighting. If it is deactivated, the display is permanently dimmed.v ¢Ï ¢Display ¢BacklightThe current setting displays. ¤Change multiple line input:In ChargerSelect On or Off.Out of ChargerSelect On or Off.§Save§ Press the display key. Activating/deactivating auto answerIf you activate this function, you can answer an incoming call simply by lifting the handset out of the base/charging cra-dle without having to press the talk key c.v ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢Auto Answer§Change§ Press the display key (³=on).Changing the speaker/earpiece volumeYou can set the speaker volume for hands-free talking and the earpiece volume to five different levels. In idle state:tOpen the Handset Volume menu.r Set the earpiece volume.sScroll to the Speaker: line.r Set the speaker volume.§Save§ Press the display key if neces-sary to save the setting perma-nently.To se the volume during a call:t Press the control key.r Select volume.The setting will automatically be saved after approximately 3 seconds, if not then press the display key §Save§.If t is assigned to another function:§Options§ Open the menu.Volume Select and press §OK§.Configure the setting (see above).Please noteWith the On setting, the standby time of the handset can be signifi-cantly reduced.•Please noteYou can also set the call volume using the menu (¢page 26).•

49Handset settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Changing ringtonesuVolume:You can choose between five levels of volumes (1–5; e.g. level 3 = Š) and the "crescendo" ringtone (6, where the volume increases with each ring = ‡). uRingtones:You can select a ringtone from a list of pre-loaded ringtones.You can set different ringtones for the fol-lowing functions:uIntrnl CallsuExt. CallsSetting volume/melodyIn idle state:v ¢Audio Settings ¢Ringtones(Handset) ¢Volume / MelodiesrSet volume/melody for inter-nal calls and anniversaries. sScroll to the next input field line.rSet volume/melody for exter-nal calls.§Save§ Press the display key to save the setting.Switching on/off the ringtone for anonymous callsYou can set your telephone not to ring if a caller blocks their number. The call will only be signaled in the display.In idle state:v ¢Audio Settings ¢Ringtones(Handset) ¢Anon. Calls SilentPress §Change§ to activate/deactivate the function (³= on).Activating/deactivating the ringtoneYou can deactivate the ringtone on your handset before you answer a call or when the handset is in idle state.You can deacti-vate the ringtone permanently, or only for the current call. You cannot reactivate the ring tone while an external call is in progress.Deactivating the ringtone permanently*Press and hold the star key.The ó icon appears in the display.Reactivating the ringtone*Press and hold the star key.Deactivating the ringtone for the current call§Silence§ Press the display key.Activating/deactivating the alert toneIf you prefer, you can use an alert tone instead of a ringtone. When you receive a call, you will hear a short tone ("Beep") instead of the ringtone.*Press and hold the star key. §Beep§ Within 3 seconds press the dis-play key. A call will now be sig-naled by one short alert tone. The ñ icon appears in the display.

50Handset settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Activating/deactivating advisory tonesYour handset uses advisory tones to notify you about different activities and states. The following advisory tones can be acti-vated/deactivated independently of each other:uKey click: every key press is confirmed.uAcknowledge tones: –Confirmation tone (ascending tone sequence): at the end of an entry/setting and when a new entry arrives in the answering machine list or call list–Error tone (descending tone sequence): when you make an incorrect entry–Menu end tone: when scrolling to the end of a menu uBattery low beep: the battery requires charging.In idle state:v ¢Audio Settings ¢Advisory Tones¤Change multiple line input:Key Tones: Select On or Off.Confirmation: Select On or Off.Battery: Select On or Off.§Save§ Press the display key.Restoring the handset default settingsYou can reset individual settings and changes that you have made.When you perform a reset, the settings listed below are automatically retained.uRegistration to the baseuDate and timeuDirectory entries, and call lists v ¢Ï ¢System ¢Handset Reset§Yes§ Press the display key.••

51Base settingsGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Base settingsThe base settings are performed using a registered Gigaset C59H handset.Changing the base ringtonesuVolume:You can choose between five levels of volumes (1–5; e.g. level 3 = Š) and the "crescendo" ringtone (6; where the volume increases with each ring = ‡). uRingtones:You can select a ringtone from a list of pre-loaded ringtones.In idle state:v ¢Audio Settings ¢Ringtones (Base)¤Change multiple line input:rSet volume. sScroll to the next line.rSet melody.§Save§ Press the display key to save the setting.Activating/deactivating music on holdv ¢Audio Settings ¢Music on HoldPress §Change§ to activate or deactivate the music on hold (³ = on).Protecting against unauthorized accessProtect the system settings of the base with a PIN known only to yourself. You must enter the system PIN when, for example, you register/deregister a hand-set to/from the base or when you restore the default settings.Changing the system PINYou can change the 4-digit system PIN set on the base (the default is: 0000) to a 4-digit PIN known only by you.Gigaset C595 only: Setting a system PIN facilitates remote operation of the answering machine ¢page 39. v ¢Ï ¢System ¢System PIN~Enter the current system PIN and press §OK§.~Enter your new system PIN and press §OK§.Resetting the system PINIf you have forgotten your system PIN you can reset the base to the original code 0000:uDisconnect the power cord from the base. uHold down the registration/paging but-ton on the base while reconnecting the power cable to the base.uKeep the key pressed for at least 2 seconds.The base has now been reset and the sys-tem PIN 0000 set.Restoring the base to the factory settingsWhen the settings are restored:uDate and time are retained uHandsets are still registered. uEco Mode is switched on.uThe system PIN is not reset.v ¢Ï ¢System ¢Base Reset~At the prompt, enter the sys-tem PIN and press §OK§.§Yes§ Press the display key.••Please noteAll handsets are deregistered and must be re-registered. All settings are restored to the factory settings.•

52Connecting the base to the PABXGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / pabx.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Connecting the base to the PABXThe following settings are only necessary if your PABX requires them; see the PABX user guide.Dialing modes and recallThe current setting is indicated by Ø.Changing the dialing modeThe following dialing modes can be selected:uTone dialing (DTMF)uDial pulsing (DP)v ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢Dialing ModesSelect dialing mode and press §Select§ (Ø=selected). Setting FlashYour phone is preset at the factory for operation on the main connection. For operation on a PABX, you may have to change this value. Please refer to the user guide for your PABX.v ¢Ï ¢Telephony ¢FlashsSelect recall and press §Select§ (Ø = set value). Possible values are: 80 ms, 100 ms, 120 ms, 180 ms, 250 ms, 300 ms, 400 ms, 600 ms, 800 ms.Setting pausesChanging the pause after line seizureYou can change the length of the pause that is inserted between pressing the talk key c and sending the number. v Open the main menu.*#Q5#LPress keys. ~Enter digit for the pause length (1= 1 sec.; 2=3sec.; 3= 7 sec.) and press §OK§.Change pause after recall keyYou can change the length of the pause if your PABX requires this (refer to the user guide for your PABX). v Open the main menu.*#Q5#2Press keys. ~Enter a digit for the length of the pause (1=800ms; 2=1600ms; 3=3200ms) and press §OK§. Temporarily switching to tone dialing (DTMF)If your PABX still operates with dial pulsing (DP), but you need tone dialing for a con-nection (e.g. to listen to the network mail-box) you must switch to tone dialing for the call.Prerequisite: You are conducting a call or have already dialed an external number.*Press the star key.After the call is ended, dial pulsing is auto-matically activated again.•

53TroubleshootingGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005TroubleshootingIf you have any questions about the use of your telephone, you can contact us at any time at www.gigaset.com/customercare.The table below contains a list of common problems and possible solutions.The display is blank. 1. The handset is not switched on.¥Press and hold the end call key a.2. The battery is dead.¥Charge the battery or replace it (¢page 12).Not all menu options are displayed. The menu display is reduced (Standard mode).¥Activate extended menu display (Expert mode) (¢page 25).No Base flashes on the display.1. The handset is outside the range of the base.¥Move the handset closer to the base.2 The range of the base is reduced because Eco Mode is activated.¥Deactivate Eco Mode (¢page 41) or reduce the distance between the hand-set and the base.3. The base is not switched on.¥Check the main adapter of the base (¢page 10).Please registerhandset flashes on the display.Handset has not been registered with the base or has been deregistered.¥Register the handset (¢page 42).Handset does not ring. 1. The ringtone is deactivated.¥Activate the ringtone (¢page 49).2. The telephone only rings when the phone number is transferred.¥Activate the ringtone for anonymous calls (¢page 49).You cannot hear a ringtone/dialing tone from the fixed line network. The phone cord supplied has not been used or has been replaced by a new cord with the wrong pin connections.¥Please always use the phone cord supplied or ensure that the pin connections are cor-rect when purchasing from a retailer (¢page 10).Error tone sounds after system PIN prompt.You have entered the wrong system PIN.¥Reset the system PIN to 0000 (¢page 51).You’ve forgotten the system PIN. ¥Reset the system PIN to 0000 (¢page 51).The other party cannot hear you. You have pressed the MUTE key h. The handset is "muted".¥Activate the microphone again (¢page 28).The number of the caller does not display despite CID.Calling Line Identification (CID) is not enabled.¥The caller should ask the network provider to enable Calling Line Identification (CID).You hear an error tone when keying an input (a descending tone sequence).Action has failed/invalid input. ¥Repeat the operation. Watch the display and refer to the user guide if necessary.You cannot listen to messages on the net-work mailbox.Your PABX is set for dial pulsing.¥Set your PABX to tone dialing.

54AppendixGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Gigaset C595 only: AppendixCare¤Wipe the base, charging cradle and the handset with a damp cloth (do not use solvent) or an antistatic cloth. Never use a dry cloth as this can cause static. Contact with liquidIf the handset should come into contact with liquid:1. Switch the handset off and remove the battery immediately.2. Allow the liquid to drain from the hand-set.3. Pat all parts dry, then place the handset with the battery compartment open and the keypad facing down in a dry, warm place for at least 72 hours (not in a microwave, oven, etc.).4. Do not switch on the handset again until it is completely dry.When it has fully dried out, you will usu-ally be able to use it again.SpecificationsTechnology:Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH)Size: AAA (Micro, HR03)Voltage: 1,2 VCapacity: 550 - 1000 mAhWe recommend the following battery types, because these are the only ones that guarantee the specified operating times, full functionality and long service life:uYuasa AAA 800 mAhThe handset is supplied with nickel-metal hydride UL-approved AAA batteries.No time is specified for a message in the call list. Date and time have not been set.¥Set the date/time (¢page 15).The answering machine announces "PIN is incorrect" during remote operation. 1. You have entered the wrong system PIN. ¥Enter the system PIN again. 2. The system PIN is still set to 0000.¥Change the system PIN (¢page 51).The answering machine is not recording any messages/has switched to announce only. Its memory is full.¥Delete old messages.¥Play back new messages and delete.Exclusion of liabilitySome displays may contain pixels (pic-ture elements), which remain acti-vated or deactivated. As a pixel is made up of three sub-pixels (red, green, blue), it is possible that pixel colors may vary.This is completely normal and does not indicate an error.!

55AppendixGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Handset operating times/charging timesThe operating time of your telephone depends on the capacity and age of the batteries and the way they are used. (All times are maximum possible times).Due to the constant progression in battery development, the list of recommended batteries is regularly updated.Base power consumptionIn standby mode:Gigaset C590: approx. 1,1 wattGigaset C595: approx. 1,2 wattDuring the call:Gigaset C590: approx. 1,0 wattGigaset C595: approx. 1,1 wattGeneral specificationsPin connections on the telephone jackCapacity (mAh) approx.550 700 800 1000Standby time (hours)*160/ 48185/ 56210/ 64260/ 79Talktime (hours)10121317Operating time for 1.5 hrs of calls per day (hours)**85 100 115 140Charging time in base (hours)7,5 8,5 10 12Charging time in charging cradle (hours)6,5 7,5 8,5 10,5* with/without display backlight ** without display backlight (Setting the display backlight ¢page 48)DECT standard supportedGAP standard supportedNo. of channels 60 duplex channelsRadio frequency range 1880–1900 MHzDuplex method Time multiplex, 10 ms frame lengthChannel grid 1728 kHzBit rate 1152 kbit/sModulation GFSKLanguage code 32 kbit/sTransmission power 10 mW, average power per channelRange Up to 984 feet out-doors, up to 165 feet indoorsBase power supply 120 V ~/60 HzEnvironmental condi-tions in operation+41°F to +113°F, 20% to 75% relative humidityDialing mode DTMF (tone dialing)/DP (dial pulsing)1unused2unused3a4b5unused6unused3 214 5 6

56AppendixGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Writing and editing textThe following rules apply when writing text:uEach key between Q and O is assigned several letters and characters.uControl the cursor with uvts Press and hold u or v to move the cursor word by word.uCharacters are inserted at the cursor position.uPress the star key * to display the table of special characters. Select the required character and press the dis-play key §Insert§ to insert the character at the cursor position.uPress and hold Q to O to insert digits.uPress Ñ display key to delete the char-acters to the left of the cursor. Press and hold to delete the word to the left of the cursor.uThe first letter of the name of directory entries is automatically capitalized, fol-lowed by lower case letters.Writing namesPress the relevant key several times to enter letters/characters.If you press and hold a key, the corre-sponding digit is inserted.Standard characters1) Space2) Line breakSetting upper/lower case or digitsPress the pund key # briefly to switch from "Abc" mode to "123" and from "123" to "abc" and from "abc" to "Abc" (upper case: 1st letter upper case, all others lower case). Press the pund key #before entering the letter.You can see in the display whether upper case, lower case or digits is selected.1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 7x 8x 9x 10x12abc2äáàâãç3def3ëéèê4gh i4ïíìî5jkl5Lmno6öñóòôõMpqr s7ßNtuv8üúùûOwx y z 9ÿ ýæø åQ.,?!01) 2)

57FCC / ACTA InformationGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Industry Canada CertificationOperation is subject to the following two condi-tions (1) this device may not cause interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter-ference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommu-nications network, protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appro-priate Terminal Equipment Technical Require-ments document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be coor-dinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunc-tions, may give the telecommunications com-pany cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together.This precaution may be particularly important in rural areasNOTE: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.The Ringer Equivalence Number is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The ter-mination of an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all devices does not exceed five.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can-ada.FCC / ACTA InformationWarning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Gigaset Commu-nications USA LLC could void the FCC authority to operate the equipment. This includes the addition of any external antenna device.This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of the base station is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product iden-tifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN with-out a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.A copy of the supplier's Declaration of Conform-ity (SDoC) is available at this Internet address: www.gigaset.com/docs.If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance, that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a com-plaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

58FCC / ACTA InformationGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or proce-dures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com-pany will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to main-tain uninterrupted service. If you experience trouble with this telephone system, disconnect it from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equip-ment is not malfunctioning.If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please con-tact Support at 1-866-247-8758. If the equip-ment is causing harm to the telephone net-work, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the prob-lem is resolved. This equipment is of a type that is not intended to be repaired by the Customer (user).This telephone system may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or cor-poration commission for information. Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone.If your home has specially wired alarm equip-ment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not dis-able your alarm equipment. If you have ques-tions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.This telephone system equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera-tion. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-ence in a residential installation. Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TV’s and VCR’s; to minimize or prevent such interference, the system base should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR; and, if interference is expe-rienced, moving the base farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this telephone system does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the system off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.2. Increase the separation between the base station and receiver.3. Connect the base station into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.Notice for Direct Inward Dialing ("DID")ALLOWING THIS EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO NOT PROVIDE FOR PROPER ANSWER SUPERVISION IS A VIOLATION OF PART 68 OF THE FCC‘S RULES.Notice to Hearing Aid Wearers: This phone system is compatible with induc-tively coupled hearing aids.Power Outage: In the event of a power outage, your cordless telephone will not operate. The cordless tele-phone requires electricity for operation. You should have a telephone that does not require electricity available for use during power out-ages.Notice: The installation of the base unit should allow at least 8 inches between the base and persons to be in compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.For body worn operation, the portable part (handset) has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use with an accessory that contains metal parts may not ensure com-pliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.Notice to telephone company service:If you need service from your telephone com-pany, please provide them with the information– Facility interface Code (FIC)– Service Order Code (SOC)– Universal Service Order Code (USOC) as indicated on the label on the bottom side of the base station.

59FCC / ACTA InformationGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Safety precautionsBefore using your telephone equipment, basic safety instructions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. 1. Read and understand all instructions.2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.3. Unplug this product from the wall telephone jack and power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water, for exam-ple, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swim-ming pool.5. Place this product securely on a stable sur-face. 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 pro-tect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a place where proper ventilation is not provided.7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of AC line power to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.8. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the unit where no one can step or trip on the cord.9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or elec-tric shock.10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in the risk of fire or elec-tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on this product.11. To reduce the risk of electric shock or burns, do not disassemble this product. Take it to a qualified service center when service is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages, dangerous electrical current or other risks. Incorrect reas-sembly can cause electric shock when the appli-ance is subsequently used.12. Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:a.) When the power cord is damaged or frayed.b.) If liquid has been spilled into the product. c.) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. 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 physi-cally has been damaged. f.) If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cord-less type) during a thunderstorm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning. Therefore we suggest a surge arrestor.14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.15. Emergency/911 numbers may not be dialed if the keypad is locked.16. Minimum No. 26 AWG telecommunication line cord must be used with this phone.BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONSTo reduce the risk of fire, injury or electric shock, and to properly dispose of batteries, please read and understand the following instructions.CONTAINS NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY. BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. DO NOT DISPOSE OF IN MUNICIPAL WASTE.1. Only use the batteries specified for use with this product.2. DO NOT USE NICKEL CADMIUM OR LITHIUM BATTERIES, or mix batteries of different sizes or from different manufacturers in this product. DO NOT USE NONRECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.3. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire; the cells may explode. Do not expose batteries to water. Check with local codes for special dis-posal instructions.4. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.5. Exercise care in handling the batteries in order not to short the batteries with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The batteries or conducting material may over-heat and cause burns or fire.

60Service (Customer Care)Gigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.20056. Charge the batteries provided with, or identi-fied for use with, this product only in accord-ance with the instructions and limitations spec-ified in the user’s manual. Do not attempt to charge the batteries with any means other than that specified in the users manual.7. Periodically clean the charge contacts on both the charger and handset.Service (Customer Care)Customer Care Warranty for Cordless ProductsTo obtain Customer Care Warranty service,product operation information, or for problem resolution, call:Toll Free: 1-866-247-8758End-user limited warrantyThis 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.This limited, non-transferable warranty is pro-vided to the original buyer/end-consumer ("you") for systems, handsets and accessories (collectively, "Product") provided by Gigaset Communications USA LLC or Gigaset Communi-cations Canada Inc. (collectively "Gigaset NAM"). Gigaset NAM warrants to you that at the date of purchase, the Product is free of defects in workmanship and materials and the software included in the Product will perform in substan-tial compliance to its program specifications.1. WARRANTY PERIODThe Product warranty period is one (1) year from the original date of purchase by you. Proof of purchase (e.g., sales slip or invoice) must be provided with any Product returned during the warranty period. Batteries supplied with the Products are warranted to be free from defects at the time of purchase only.2. EXCLUSIVE REMEDYGigaset NAM's entire liability and your exclusive remedy if the Product is defective in materials or workmanship during the warranty period and is returned shall be that the Product will be repaired or replaced as set forth in Section 4 below. Reconditioned replacement compo-nents, parts or materials may be used in the replacement or repair. Data in the memory of the Product may be lost during repair.3. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND IS VOID WITH RESPECT TO THE FOLLOWING:– Cosmetic damage, physical damage to the surface of the Product, including, without limitation, breakage, cracks, dents, scratches or adhesive marks on the LCD screen or outside casing of the Product.– Products which have been repaired, main-tained or modified (including the antenna) by anyone other than Gigaset NAM or a Gigaset NAM-approved repair facility, or that have been improperly installed. – Cost of installation, removal or reinstalla-tion.– Damage due to any telephone, electronic, hardware or software program, network, Internet or computer malfunctions, failures, or difficulties of any kind, including without limitation, server failure or incomplete, incorrect, garbled or delayed computer transmissions.

61Service (Customer Care)Gigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005– Equipment and components not manufac-tured, supplied or authorized by Gigaset NAM.– Modification of the Product's components, or operation of the Product in an unsuitable environment or in a manner for which it is not intended, including but not limited to failures or defects caused by misuse, abuse, accidents, physical damage, abnormal oper-ation, improper handling or storage, neglect, alterations, unauthorized installa-tion, removal or repairs, failure to follow instructions, problems caused by the car-rier's network coverage, exposure to fire, water or excessive moisture or dampness, floods, or extreme changes in climate or temperature, acts of God, riots, acts of ter-rorism, spills of food or liquids, viruses or other software flaws introduced into the Product or other acts which are not the fault of Gigaset NAM and which the Product is not specified to tolerate, including damage caused by mishandling or blown fuses.– Products which have had warranty stickers, electronic serial number and/or serial number label removed, altered, rendered illegible or fraudulently applied to other equipment.– Signal reception problems (unless caused by defect in material or workmanship in the Product).– Products operated outside published maxi-mum ratings.– Performance of the Products when used in combination with other products or equip-ment not manufactured, supplied or author-ized by Gigaset NAM.– Consumables (such as batteries and fuses).– Payments for labor or service to representa-tives 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.This warranty does not cover customer educa-tion, instruction, installation or removal, set up adjustments, problems related to service(s) provided by a carrier or other service provider, and/or signal reception problems. Gigaset NAM shall not be responsible for software, firmware, information, or memory data contained in, stored on, or integrated with any Products returned for repair, whether under warranty or not. This warranty is valid only in the country in which it is purchased (i.e., the United States of America or Canada respectively, but not both).USE WITH ACCESSORIES NOT SUPPLIED BY GIGASET NAM OR NOT OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZED BY GIGASET NAM MAY VOID WARRANTY.4. WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDUREAll warranty claims must be made by notifying Gigaset NAM prior to the expiration of the war-ranty period. Gigaset NAM's obligation to pro-vide warranty support shall not extend past the end of the warranty period, except that any product repaired or replaced during the war-ranty period shall continue to be warranted for the balance of such warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is greater.Support service will be provided for you by accessing the toll free customer service num-ber:1-866-247-87585. LIMITATION OF WARRANTYGigaset NAM makes no warranty or representa-tion that the software in the Products will meet your requirements or will work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by third parties, that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will be corrected.

62Service (Customer Care)Gigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.20056. LIMITATION ON REMEDIES; NO CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGESYour exclusive remedy for any breach of this limited warranty is as set forth above. Except for any refund elected by Gigaset NAM, YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED TO ANY DAMAGES, INCLUD-ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, if the Product does not meet the limited warranty , and, to the maximum extent allowed by applicable law, even if any remedy fails of its essential purpose. The terms below ("Exclusion of Incidental, Consequential and Certain Other Damages") are also incorporated into this limited warranty . Some states/jurisdic-tions/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-ages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others which vary from state/jurisdiction/province to state/jurisdiction/province.7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIESGIGASET NAM AND ITS SUPPLIERS PROVIDE THE PRODUCT AND SUPPORT SERVICES (IF ANY) AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS. THE LIMITED WAR-RANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WAR-RANTIES (IF ANY) CREATED BY ANY DOCUMEN-TATION OR PACKAGING EXCEPT FOR THE LIM-ITED WARRANTY, AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IS IN LIEU OF ANY IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRAN-TIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OR RESPONSES, OF RESULTS, OF WORKMANLIKE EFFORT, OF LACK OF VIRUSES AND OF LACK OF NEGLI-GENCE, ALL WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT, AND THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PRO-VIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, QUIET POSSESSION, OR CORRE-SPONDENCE TO DESCRIPTION OR NONIN-FRINGEMENT WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT. Some states/jurisdictions/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied war-ranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of inci-dental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. If an implied warranty or condition is created by your state/province and federal or state/provin-cial 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. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state/province to province. In no event shall Gigaset NAM's liability exceed the cost of repairing or replacing defective Products as provided herein, and any such liabilities will terminate upon expiration of the warranty period.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 con-dition, express, implied or statutory.8. EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL AND CERTAIN OTHER DAMAGESTO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL GIGASET NAM, SELLER OR THEIR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR CONFIDENTIAL OR OTHER INFORMATION, FOR BUSINESS INTER-RUPTION, FOR PERSONAL INJURY, FOR LOSS OF PRIVACY, FOR FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY INCLUDING OF GOOD FAITH OR OF REASONA-BLE CARE, FOR NEGLIGENCE, AND FOR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY OR OTHER LOSS WHATSO-EVER) ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHER-WISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IN THE EVENT OF THE FAULT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF WARRANTY OF GIGASET NAM OR SELLER OR ANY SUPPLIER, AND EVEN IF GIGASET NAM OR SELLER OR ANY SUPPLIER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBIL-ITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. REPAIR OR REPLACE-MENT, AS PROVIDED UNDER THE WARRANTY, IS YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

63Service (Customer Care)Gigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / appendix.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.20059. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIESNOTWITHSTANDING ANY DAMAGES THAT YOU MIGHT INCUR FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAM-AGES REFERENCED ABOVE AND ALL DIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES), THE ENTIRE LIABILITY OF GIGASET NAM, SELLER AND ANY OF THEIR SUP-PLIERS UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ALL OF THE FOREGOING (EXCEPT FOR ANY REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ELECTED BY GIGASET NAM OR SELLER OR SUPPLIER WITH RESPECT TO ANY BREACH OF THE LIMITED WAR-RANTY) SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE GREATER OF THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT OR FIVE DOLLARS ($5.00 USD/CAN). THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS SHALL APPLY TO THE MAXI-MUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PUR-POSE.10. GOVERNING LAWIf this Product was purchased in the United States of America this limited warranty will be governed by the laws of Texas, and exclude the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods. If this Product was purchased in Canada this limited warranty will be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applica-ble therein, and exclude the United Nations Convention on Contracts for theInternational Sale of Goods.If you want to learn more about Gigaset Service or for Support on your Gigaset phone, visit our web site at http://www.gigaset.com or please call1-866-247-8758.Issued byGigaset Communications GmbHSchlavenhorst 66, D-46395 BocholtGigaset Communications GmbH is a licensee of the Siemens trademark.© Gigaset Communications GmbH 2009All rights reserved.Subject to availability. Rights of modifications reserved.Product attributes subject to change.We reserve the right, to make changes without notice in equipment design and/or compo-nents.Part Number:A31008-M2009-XXXX-1-XX© Copyright 2009.

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64AccessoriesGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / accessories_SAG.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005AccessoriesGigaset handsetsADD MORE GIGASET HANDSETS TO YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM.Gigaset C59H handsetuIlluminated graphic color display (65k colors)uIlluminated keypaduSpeaker modeuPolyphonic ringtonesuDirectory for approx. 150 entriesuRoom monitorwww.gigaset.com/gigasetc59hAll accessories and batteries are available from your phone retailer.Use only original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and personal injury, and also ensure that all the relevant regulations are complied with.

65Mounting the base on the wallGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / accessories_SAG.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005Mounting the base on the wallMounting the charging cradle on the wallapprox. 2.5 mmC595: 64 mmC590: 43 mmapprox. 2.5 mm21 mm

66IndexGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595SIX.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005IndexAAccess protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Acknowledge tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Activatingadvisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 35answering machine (remote operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22listening in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44ring delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45two-way record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Advisory tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Alarm clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Alert tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32missed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34saving in directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Announcement (answering machine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Announcement mode (answering machine). . . . . . . . . . 35Answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35activating/deactivating . . . . . . . . . . 35deleting messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .37list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34playing back messages . . . . . . . . . . 36recording announcement/announce only. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39scrolling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37scrolling forward. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Answering machine, see also Network mailboxArea codesextra codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17local area code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Assigning a number key . . . . . . . . . . .46Auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 48BBasechanging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10connecting to PABX . . . . . . . . . . . . 52restoring to factory settings . . . . . . 51set ringtone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51system PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Batterycharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2, 14display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2inserting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Best base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Birthday, see AnniversaryButtonOn/Off button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1CCallaccepting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27connect participant . . . . . . . . . . . . 44diverting (connecting) . . . . . . . . . . 43ending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27external. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43picking up from answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37transferring (connecting) . . . . . . . . 44two-way record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Call duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Call lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Call screening during recording . . . . . 38Call waitinginternal call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Caller ID (CID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Callingexternal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Care of the telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Changingdialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47earpiece volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48internal number of a handset . . . . . 45name of a handset. . . . . . . . . . . . . 44pauses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 51

67IndexGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595SIX.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48system PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Character set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Charge status display . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2Colour scheme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Conference (internal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Confirmation tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Connecting the headset . . . . . . . . . . . 17Connecting, base to PABX. . . . . . . . . . 52Consultation call (internal) . . . . . . . . . 43Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Control key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Correcting incorrect entries . . . . . . . . 20Customer Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60DDeactivate anonymous calls . . . . . . . . 49Deactivatingadvisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 35handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22listening in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44ring delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46two-way record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Delete key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Deletingannouncement for answering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Deregistering (handset) . . . . . . . . . . . 42Destination number (room monitor) . . 45Dial pulsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Dialingdirectory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52using quick dial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29copying number from text. . . . . . . . 31managing entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19order of entries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30saving anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31saving entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29sending entry/list to handset . . . . . 31using to enter numbers . . . . . . . . . 31Displaychanging display language . . . . . . . 47colour scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48in idle status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 21lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48memory directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31missed anniversaries . . . . . . . . . . . 34network mailbox message . . . . . . . 40number (Caller ID/Name) . . . . . . . . 27screensaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Display keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 20assigning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Display symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2DP (dial pulsing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52EEarpiece volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48ECO DECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Eco mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Editingdestination number (room monitor) . . . . . . . . . . . . 46E-mail addresscopying from the directory . . . . . . . 31End call key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 27Ending, call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Entryselecting from directory . . . . . . . . . 30Error tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Expert mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 53External calldiverting to ans. mach. . . . . . . . . . 37Extra codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17FFast accessanswering machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 39network mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40FLASH key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

68IndexGigaset C590/C595 / USA-CAN engl / A31008-M2101-R301-1-3S19 / C595SIX.fm / 28.07.2009Version 4, 16.09.2005GGroup call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43HHandsetactivating/deactivating . . . . . . . . . . 22advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50changing internal number. . . . . . . . 45changing name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44changing the number . . . . . . . . . . . 45changing to a different base . . . . . . 43changing to best reception . . . . . . . 43colour scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48contact with liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . .54de-registering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42display language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47display lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48diverting a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43earpiece volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48idle status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21large font . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42muting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42registering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42registering to a different base . . . . . 43restoring to factory settings. . . . . . . 50screensaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47set up for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48using room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 45using several . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Handset mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Handset operating timein room monitor mode . . . . . . . . . . 45Headset socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Hearing aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7IIconalarm clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41answering machine . . . . . . . . . 35, 38for new messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22new message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36ringtone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Iconsdisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Idle status (display) . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 21Idle status, returning to . . . . . . . . . . . 21Incorrect input (correction) . . . . . . . . 20Installing, base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Internalconference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43listening in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Internal call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43call waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44KKeyassign function or number . . . . . . . 46Key 1 (fast access). . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 39Keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Keyscontrol key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1delete key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20display keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 20end call key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 27fast access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 39FLASH key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1message key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1MUTE key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1On/Off button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pound key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 22speaker key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1star key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1talk key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 27LLarge font. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Listanswering machine . . . . . . . . . 33, 34call lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19missed calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33network mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Listening in to a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Local area code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Locating, handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Lockactivating/deactivating keypad lock. 22

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