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Gigaset A420 User Manual

Gigaset A420
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Gigaset A420-A420A / Großbritannien / A31008-M2402-L101-1-7619 / Bali.fm / 19.04.2012
Template Bali, Version 1, 16.02.2012
Gigaset A420/A420A
The handset at a glance
1 Charge status of the
batteries
2 Answering machine icon
(A420A only)
3 Signal strength
4Display keys
5 End call key and On/Off key
6 Talk key/Handsfree key
7 Control key (
p)
ª Audio settings
INT Internal call
â
Directory
|
Muting during a call
8 Key 1
Open answering machine
(A420A only)/network mailbox
9 Star key
Ringers on/off (press and hold);
with an open connection:
switch from pulse dialling to
tone dialling (press briefly)
10 Key 0/recall key
Consultation call (flash): press
and hold
11 Hash key
Keypad lock on/off (press and
hold); toggles between upper/
lower case and digits; inserts a
dialling pause (press and hold)
12 Microphone
Handset display keys:
Pressing a key launches the function
that appears above that key in the dis-
play.
Please note
New messages in the calls list/
answering machine list/network
mailbox list are indicated in the dis-
play by the message New mes-
sages, the left display key flashes (if
set
¢ page 9).
Display Function when pressed
Open calls list (¢ page 9).
§Menu§
Open main/submenu
(see menu overview
¢ page 23).
Go back one menu level.
Y
Scroll up/down or adjust vol-
ume with
q
.
X
Move cursor to left/right
with
r.
Ü
Backspace deletes one
character at a time.
§OK§
Confirm menu function or
save entry.
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The base station at a glance
Basis A420A
Basis A420
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1 Registration/Paging key:
Search for handsets (press briefly, paging
¢ page 13).
Register handsets (press and hold
¢ page 13).
2 Volume keys: ( = quieter; + = louder)
During message playback: adjust the speaking volume.
While the phone is ringing: adjust the ringer melody volume.
3 Play/Stop key:
Switch answering machine on and off (press and hold);
play back new messages from answering machine (press briefly);
during message playback: cancel playback (press briefly).
Lights up: answering machine is activated.
Flashes: at least one new message is present or message is played
back or being recorded.
Flashes very quickly: memory is full.
During message playback:
4 Skip to the start of the current message (press once) or go to the pre-
vious message (press twice).
5Go to the next message.
6 Delete current message.
Gigaset service contact numbers:
For personal advice on our range of products and for repairs or guarantee/warranty claims call:
Service Centre UK: 08453 6708 12 (local call cost charge)
Please have your proof of purchase ready when calling.

Table of Contents

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Gigaset A420 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ringer typeMonophonic
Answering machineNo
Number of melodies20
Maximum indoor range50 m
Maximum outdoor range300 m
Sound enhancement technologyHSP
Mounting typeDesk/Wall
Product colorWhite
Backlight buttonsYes
Volume controlDigital
Phonebook capacity100 entries
Call list capacity phonebook25
Display diagonal1.8 \
Display resolution96 x 64 pixels
Display number of lines3 lines
Battery typeAAA
Standby time240 h
Battery recharge time6 h
Number of batteries supported2
Number of handsets included1
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Base dimensions56 x 94 x 90 mm
Handset dimensions (WxDxH)156 x 48 x 28 mm

Summary

ECO DECT Energy Saving Features

Reducing transmission power (eco mode)

Reduces transmission power during standby and calls for energy saving.

Deactivating transmission power (eco mode+)

Turns off base station transmission power in standby mode.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General safety advice

Important safety advice regarding power, batteries, medical equipment, and hearing.

First Steps for Setup

Check the package contents

Lists all items included in the Gigaset A420/A420A package.

Setting up the base station and charging cradle

Instructions for positioning and mounting the base station and cradle.

Connecting the base station

Steps to connect the mains adapter and telephone line to the base station.

Connecting the Charging Cradle

Setting up the Handset for Use

Inserting batteries and closing cover

Guide on correctly inserting batteries and securing the handset cover.

Initial Battery Charging

Battery charging notes

Important considerations for charging the handset batteries.

Changing Display Language

Setting the Date and Time

Automatic date/time update notes

Information on receiving date and time via network provider.

Display in Idle Status

Screen display elements

Explanation of icons for signal, battery, and answering machine.

Handset activation/deactivation

How to turn the handset on or off.

Menu Guidance and Navigation

Navigating the main menu

How to access and select functions from the main menu.

Navigating submenus

How to select options within submenus.

Exiting menus

How to return to the idle status from menu screens.

Making Calls

Making external calls and ending calls

Procedure for dialling public telephone numbers and terminating calls.

Accepting an incoming call

How to answer an incoming call using the talk key or Auto Answer.

Calling Line Identification (CLI)

Information on displaying caller numbers and names.

Handsfree operation

Using the loudspeaker for calls without holding the handset.

Muting the microphone

How to temporarily disable the handset microphone during a call.

Automatic network provider preselection

Setting dialling codes for specific network providers.

Using the Directory and Lists

Storing and managing contacts

Adding, editing, and deleting phonebook entries.

Dialling from the directory

Making calls using saved contacts from the phonebook.

Using shortcut keys for contacts

Assigning contacts to numeric keys for speed dialling.

Transferring directory entries

Sending contacts to another registered handset.

Last Number Redial List

Dialling from the last number redial list

How to redial previously dialled numbers.

Managing redial list entries

Editing, copying, or deleting entries from the redial list.

Call Lists and Message Notifications

Customizing new message notifications

Setting how the phone alerts you to new messages.

Calls List Management

Accessing and opening the calls list

How to view the list of incoming, missed, and answered calls.

Managing call list entries

Options to delete, copy to directory, or view call details.

Calling back from the calls list

How to redial a number directly from the call list.

Answering Machine and Network Mailbox Lists

Operating the Answering Machine (A420A only)

Activating/deactivating the answering machine

Turning the built-in answering machine feature on or off.

Recording a personal announcement

How to record a custom greeting message for the answering machine.

Playing back and deleting messages

Listening to voice messages and removing them.

Using fast access for messages

Accessing the answering machine quickly via a shortcut key.

Controlling Message Playback

Playback navigation and controls

Using keys to pause, resume, skip, and navigate messages.

Playback options and functions

Dialing numbers, copying to directory, and deleting old messages during playback.

Managing Message Deletion

Deleting individual messages

Removing specific voice messages from the answering machine.

Deleting all old messages

Clearing all previously played messages at once.

Answering Machine Call Handling

Accepting a call during recording

How to take an incoming call while the answering machine is recording.

Remote Answering Machine Operation

Remote access procedure

Checking messages and operating the answering machine from another phone.

Activating Answering Machine Remotely

Network Mailbox Overview

Locating a Handset (Paging)

Paging handset and ending paging

How to page a handset and how to stop the paging signal.

Registering and De-registering Handsets

Registering new handsets

Steps to add additional handsets to the base station.

De-registering handsets

How to remove registered handsets from the base station.

Using Multiple Handsets

Making internal calls and transferring

How to make calls between handsets and transfer external calls.

Listening in to external calls

Allowing an internal participant to listen to or join an external call.

Setting the Alarm Clock

Activating and setting the alarm clock

How to turn the alarm on and set the wake-up time.

Phone Settings

Changing display language

How to select the phone's display language.

Adjusting audio and earpiece volume

Controlling speaker and earpiece sound levels.

Customizing handset ringtones

Setting ring volume and selecting different ring melodies.

Time Control (day/night mode)

Scheduling periods to silence external calls.

Anonymous calls silent

Silencing incoming calls with withheld caller ID.

Activating/Deactivating the Ringer

Setting Base Station Ring Tones (A420A only)

Activating/Deactivating Music on Hold

Repeater Mode for Extended Range

Resetting the Handset

Restoring the Base Station

Resetting Base Station Using Key

Advanced Base Station Operation

Router and PABX configuration

Settings for dialling modes, recall, and line seizure pauses for PABXs/routers.

Appendix

Entering letters and characters

Guide to typing text using handset keys and character mapping.

Technical Data

Battery specifications

Details on battery technology, capacity, and charging times.

Handset operating times

Standby, talk, and operating times based on battery capacity.

Base station power consumption

Power usage details for the base station in different modes.

General specifications

DECT/GAP standards, operating range, and environmental conditions.

Questions and Answers

Common problems and solutions

Troubleshooting guide for common issues like display, connection, and ringing.

Contact with Liquid

Liquid damage handling procedure

Steps to take if the handset comes into contact with liquid.

Customer Service & Assistance

Online service resources

Information available on the Gigaset website for support.

Telephone support

Contact number for customer service and technical advice.

Authorisation

Guarantee Certificate

Environmental Information

Environmental policy and certifications

Gigaset's environmental commitment and ISO management system certifications.

Product disposal guidelines

Instructions for the proper disposal of batteries and electronic equipment.

Menu Overview

Alarm Clock menu options

Menu functions for setting and managing the alarm clock.

Audio Settings menu options

Menu functions for adjusting handset volume, sound, and ringtones.

Answer Machine menu options

Menu functions for operating the answering machine and network mailbox.

Settings Summary

Date/Time settings

Configuration options for date and time.

Handset settings

Settings related to display language, volume, and call handling.

Base station settings

Settings for base audio, PIN, reset, and additional features.

Additional settings

Settings for repeater mode, ECO DECT, and XES mode.

Preselection settings

Configuration for automatic network provider dialling codes.

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