Gigaset A540 IP User Manual

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Gigaset A540 IP Specifications

General

Type	Analog/DECT telephone
ECO mode	Yes
Handset type	Wireless handset
Answering machine	-
Number of melodies	20
Display diagonal	1.8 \
Display resolution	96 x 64 pixels
Display size (HxV)	33 x 52 mm
Dialer location	Handset
Phonebook capacity	150 entries
Battery type	AAA
Standby time	200 h
Battery technology	Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
Number of batteries supported	2
Personalization	Ringtones
Mounting type	Desk
Product color	Black
Number of handsets included	1

Weight and Dimensions

Base weight	120 g
Handset weight	105 g
Base dimensions	105 x 46 x 132 mm
Handset dimensions (WxDxH)	50 x 28 x 155 mm

Summary

Gigaset A540 IP Overview

Signal Strength Indicator

Indicator for network reception quality.

Control Key Functions

Navigation key with multiple functions for menus and calls.

Talk/Handsfree Key

Key to answer calls and switch between earpiece/handsfree.

Display Key Functions

Soft keys whose function changes based on the screen context.

The Base at a Glance

Base Key Functionality

Key on the base for paging and registration mode.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Important safety instructions for device usage and environment.

First Steps for Setup

Checking Package Contents

Lists all items included in the phone package.

Setting Up the Handset

Instructions for inserting batteries and preparing the handset.

Connecting the Base Station

Step-by-step guide for connecting the base station.

Phone Installation Wizard

Guide for initial phone configuration via wizard.

Using Your Phone

Control Key Navigation

Detailed functions of the navigation control key.

Keypad Functions

Description of the phone's keypad functions.

Menu Navigation Guide

How to navigate the phone's menu system.

Making Calls

Making an External Call

Steps to initiate calls outside the local network.

Accepting Incoming Calls

How to answer incoming calls.

Calling Line Identification

Information about caller ID display.

Making Calls with Select Services

Anonymous Calling (CLIR)

How to make outgoing calls with hidden caller ID.

General Call Divert

Diverting incoming calls to another number.

Using Lists

Redial List Access

Accesses the list of the ten most recently dialled numbers.

Message Key Functions

Opens lists for network mailbox, incoming messages, and call lists.

Using Directories

Local Directory Management

Save up to 150 entries with names, numbers, and VIP settings.

Using Online Directories

Access public directories like Yellow Pages via the internet.

SMS Text Messages

Writing and Sending SMS

How to compose and send SMS messages.

Receiving SMS Messages

Information on saving and managing received SMS messages.

Email Notifications

Opening the Incoming Email List

How to view received e-mails on the handset.

Using the Network Mailbox

Managing Network Mailboxes

Manage network mailboxes for VoIP and fixed line connections.

Configuring Fast Access to Network Mailbox

Set up quick access to a network mailbox via a key.

Using the Handset as an Alarm Clock

Alarm Clock Activation

How to enable or disable the alarm clock function.

Setting the Wake-up Time

Setting the desired time for the alarm.

Using Multiple Handsets

Registering Handsets to Base

Procedure to add new handsets to the base station.

De-registering Handsets

How to remove registered handsets from the base.

Locating a Handset (Paging)

Function to find a misplaced handset by making it ring.

Handset Settings

Changing Display Language

How to set the language for the display.

Display and Screensaver Settings

Customizing the idle screen display.

Changing Ringtones

Setting custom ringtones for different call types.

Setting the Base

Setting Date and Time

How to configure the phone's date and time.

Preventing Unauthorized Access

Securing the phone with a PIN.

Setting Base IP Address in LAN

Network configuration for the base.

Configuring VoIP Connections

Setting up internet telephony connections.

Operating a Repeater

Registering a Repeater

Connecting a Gigaset repeater to extend range.

Connecting the Base Station to a PABX

Saving Access Codes for PABX

Setting codes for external calls via PABX.

Configuring via Web Configurator

Connecting PC to Web Configurator

How to link PC to phone settings via browser.

Logging Into/Off the Web Configurator

Accessing and exiting the web interface.

Web Configurator Page Structure

Overview of the web interface layout and elements.

Customer Service and Assistance

Service Centres (Middle East)

Contact details for authorized service centers in the Middle East.

Troubleshooting Questions and Answers

Display is Blank

Troubleshooting steps for a blank screen issue.

'Base' Flashes on Display

Troubleshooting base connection problems.

Handset Does Not Ring

Steps to resolve issues where the handset does not ring.

Environmental Information

Environmental Statement

Company's commitment to environmental responsibility.

Appendix Information

Device Care Instructions

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the phone.

Technical Specifications

Technical details of the phone's hardware and battery.

Open Source Software Details

General Open Source Information

Information about Open Source software used in the device.

License and Copyright Information

Details on GNU GPL and LGPL licenses.

Available Accessories

Gigaset Handsets Information

Information on compatible Gigaset A540H handset.

Gigaset Repeater Description

Description of the repeater for extending range.

Wall Mounting Instructions

Mounting the Charger on the Wall

Instructions for wall-mounting the handset charger.