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Gigaset GS4 User Manual

Gigaset GS4
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Gigaset GS4 / LUG AU-IE-UK-International en / A31008-N1520-R101-1-QD19 / Cover_front_c.fm / 12/10/20
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Gigaset GS4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen shapeFlat
Pixel density410 ppi
Display diagonal6.3 \
Touchscreen typeCapacitive
Display brightness450 cd/m²
Display resolution2340 x 1080 pixels
Contrast ratio (typical)1500:1
Display number of colors16.78 million colors
Processor cores8
Processor familyMediaTek
Processor frequency2.1 GHz
RAM capacity4 GB
Memory card slot typeHybrid slot
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size512 GB
Internal storage capacity64 GB
Flash typeLED
Rear camera typeTriple camera
Front camera typeSingle camera
Rear camera aperture number1.8
Video capture resolution (max)1920 x 1080 pixels
Rear camera resolution (numeric)16 MP
Front camera resolution (numeric)13 MP
Macro camera resolution (numeric)2 MP
Third rear camera aperture number2.4
Second rear camera aperture number2.2
Second rear camera resolution (numeric)5 MP
4G standardLTE-FDD
3G standardsUMTS
SIM card typeNanoSIM
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version5.0
3G bands supported900, 2100 MHz
4G bands supported800, 850, 900, 1800, 2100, 2600 MHz
SIM card capabilityDual SIM
Mobile network generation4G
Subscription typeNo subscription
USB version2.0
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Form factorBar
Product colorBlack
Housing materialGlass
FM radioNo
PlatformAndroid
Operating system installedAndroid 10.0
Talk time (3G)25 h
Battery voltage4.4 V
Battery capacity4300 mAh
Standby time (3G)350 h
Battery recharge time2 h
Harmonized System (HS) code85171300
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth9.8 mm
Width75 mm
Height157 mm
Weight206 g

Summary

Gigaset GS4 Overview

Component Identification

Identifies and labels the physical components of the Gigaset GS4 smartphone.

Understanding the Start Screen

Message LED Status

Explains the meaning of the message LED's different states (on, flashing, off).

Start Screen Layout

Describes the main areas of the start screen, including notification and favorites bars.

User Guide Navigation Aids

Understanding Guide Icons

Explains the meaning of icons used for warnings, important information, prerequisites, and tips.

Following Step-by-Step Procedures

Guides users on how to follow instructions for tasks and menu navigation.

Device Safety Precautions: General and Battery

General Safety and Handling

Covers safe usage, accessory use, environmental conditions, and general precautions.

Battery and Charging Safety

Details safety guidelines for batteries and charging to prevent hazards.

Device Safety: Health, Emergency, and Travel

Headset and Medical Device Safety

Advises on safe headphone use and precautions regarding medical devices like pacemakers.

Emergency Call Procedures

Provides guidance on making emergency calls and ensuring proper communication.

Device Safety: Usage Restrictions and Care

Safety for Children, Pets, and Travel

Covers safety for children, pets, travel, and specific warnings for SIM cards and defective devices.

Gaming and Device Handling Safety

Recommends posture for gaming and general advice on device handling and maintenance.

Getting Started with Gigaset GS4

Package Contents and SIM Card Insertion

Lists package contents and guides on inserting SIM/memory cards.

Device Setup and Battery Management

Charging the Battery

Explains how to connect the charger and charge the device, including wireless charging.

Switching the Device On

Guides on how to power on the smartphone and the initial setup wizard.

Battery Replacement Procedure

Detailed Battery Replacement Steps

Provides detailed steps for removing and replacing the device's battery.

Initial Device Configuration Wizard

Selecting Language and WLAN Connection

Guides on setting the language and establishing a Wi-Fi connection.

Copying Apps and Data

Explains options for transferring data from another device or cloud.

Device Configuration: Accounts and Security

Setting Up a New Device or Google Account

Covers setting up a new device, logging into an existing Google account, or creating a new one.

Display Lock and Fingerprint Setup

Guides on setting up a screen lock (PIN, pattern, password) and capturing fingerprints.

Device Configuration: Google Services and Personalization

Enabling Google Assistant

Explains how to enable and use Google Assistant, including Voice Match.

Setting Up Other Functions

Covers additional settings like Google Pay, display background, and email accounts.

Using the Device: Basic Operations

Switching Device On and Off

Guides on powering the device on, unlocking the SIM card, and switching it off.

Idle Mode Operations

Explains how to switch the device to and from idle mode, and set inactivity periods.

Touchscreen Gestures and Navigation

Touchscreen Gestures

Details common gestures like tapping, touching and holding, dragging, and double tapping.

Gesture Navigation

Explains how to use gestures to navigate the device, including picking up, turning, or shaking.

Volume Control and Start Screen Navigation

Setting Volume and Vibration

Guides on adjusting volume levels, disabling ringtones, and enabling vibration.

Start Screen Navigation

Explains how to return to the start screen and switch between different start screens.

Navigation Bar and Gestures

Navigation Bar Settings

Covers setting the navigation bar to use gestures or virtual buttons.

Navigation Using Gestures

Details specific gestures for navigating the start screen and within apps.

Virtual Buttons and Quick Settings

Navigation Using Virtual Buttons

Explains how to use virtual buttons for navigation and customizing the navigation bar.

Accessing Quick Settings

Guides on how to open and use quick settings for frequently accessed functions.

Editing Quick Settings and Text Input

Editing Quick Settings

Explains how to add, remove, and rearrange quick settings.

Writing and Editing Text

Guides on using the keypad, entering text, and closing the keypad.

Text Input and Editing

Adding and Editing Text

Covers entering letters, symbols, suggestions, and editing text with cursor positioning and deletion.

Changing Keypad Settings

Explains how to change language, response, and design for the virtual keypad.

Configuring Start Screens

Tailoring the Favourites Bar

Guides on adding and removing apps from the Favourites bar.

Customizing Start Screens

Changing the Wallpaper

Explains how to change the device wallpaper from predefined options or gallery photos.

Adding Apps and Widgets to Start Screens

Guides on adding apps and widgets to start screens and resizing widgets.

Managing Start Screens and Folders

Creating and Managing App Folders

Details how to create, add to, rename, and remove app folders on the start screen.

Adding, Rearranging, and Removing Start Screens

Guides on managing multiple start screens and removing them.

Managing Notifications

Viewing and Responding to Notifications

Explains how to view, respond to, and manage incoming notifications.

Deleting and Resetting Notifications

Guides on deleting individual or all notifications and resetting them.

Notification Settings

Changing Default Notification Sound

Guides on selecting notification tones and managing sound settings.

App-Specific Notification Settings

Explains how to configure notifications for individual apps and manage notification dots.

Working with Apps: Overview and Basic Actions

Notifications on the Lock Screen

Covers settings for displaying notifications on the lock screen.

Opening and Exiting Apps

Guides on opening apps from the App menu and switching between them.

App Management: Installing and Uninstalling

Ending/Exiting Apps

Explains how to end apps and exit the app overview.

Installing and Uninstalling Apps

Guides on downloading apps from Google Play and uninstalling or disabling them.

App Features and Google Services

Preinstalled Google Apps

Lists common Google apps available on the device.

Boosting App Speed with DuraSpeed

Explains how to use DuraSpeed to manage background app performance.

App Security and Split Screen Mode

Starting Split Screen Mode

Guides on how to use the split screen feature to display two apps simultaneously.

Protection from Harmful Apps

Covers downloading apps from unknown sources and checking for security threats.

Managing Downloads and App Security

App Installation Actions

Describes actions taken when installing apps not from Google Play, including security checks.

Improving Harmful App Detection

Explains how to enhance the detection of harmful apps.

Using the Fingerprint Sensor

Setting Up the Fingerprint

Guides on setting up the fingerprint sensor, including scanning and adding multiple fingerprints.

Scanning a Fingerprint

Details the process of scanning a finger for fingerprint recognition.

Protection from Unwanted Interruptions: Wellbeing

Changing a Fingerprint Name

Explains how to assign names to saved fingerprints for easier management.

Digital Wellbeing Features

Introduces Digital Wellbeing features for monitoring and managing smartphone usage.

App and Website Usage Management

Restricting App Usage

Guides on setting time limits for app usage to manage digital wellbeing.

Checking and Restricting Website Usage

Explains how to monitor and limit website usage time.

Sleep Time and Concentration Modes

Setting Sleep Time Mode

Guides on configuring sleep time mode to mute the phone and adjust the display.

Set Concentration Mode

Explains how to set concentration mode to pause apps and avoid distractions.

Do Not Disturb Functionality

Enabling/Disabling 'Do Not Disturb'

Guides on activating and deactivating the 'Do Not Disturb' function.

Specifying Rules for 'Do Not Disturb'

Explains how to configure call and notification rules for the 'Do Not Disturb' mode.

Notifications and Minor Protection

Permitting Messages, Events, and Reminders

Guides on setting which events are permitted when 'Do not disturb' is active.

Protection of Minors

Explains how to set rules for children's smartphone usage using Family Link.

Additional Functions: User Management

Setting Up Multiple Users

Guides on creating and managing multiple user profiles on the device.

Screenshots and File Transfer

Creating and Viewing Screenshots

Explains how to take, edit, share, and view screenshots of the device screen.

Sending Files Between Computer and Smartphone

Guides on connecting the device via USB for transferring files.

File Transfer and Printing

Transferring Files

Details file transfer methods via USB for Windows and Mac.

Printing from the Device

Guides on how to print documents and screen content from the smartphone.

Screen Content Streaming

Sending Screen Content to Another Device (Streaming)

Explains how to stream screen content to a TV device via WLAN.

Communication Features: Making Calls

Making Calls

Guides on making calls using the Phone app, entering numbers, and using contacts.

Call Handling and Options

Incoming Calls

Explains how to accept or reject incoming calls and send SMS responses.

Options During a Call

Details features like showing the dialpad, switching audio modes, muting, and call swapping.

Call Settings and SMS Responses

Merging Calls and Call Settings

Guides on merging calls for conferences and configuring call display options.

Editing Quick SMS Responses

Explains how to edit predefined SMS responses for calls.

Call Management and TTY Mode

Blocking Incoming Numbers

Guides on blocking unwanted calls and texts.

Using TTY Mode for Calls

Explains TTY mode for users with speech or hearing impairments.

Call Log Management

Call Log Overview

Explains how to view outgoing, accepted, and missed calls in the call log.

Contacting and Adding Call Log Entries

Guides on contacting callers from the log and adding entries to contacts.

Managing Contacts: Viewing and Communication

Viewing and Adapting Contacts

Guides on viewing, sorting, and customizing the display of contacts.

Using Contacts for Communication

Explains how to call, message, or email contacts.

Grouping and Adding Contacts

Grouping Contacts

Guides on creating and managing contact groups using labels.

Adding and Creating Contacts

Explains how to add new contacts and add existing ones to groups.

Contact Import/Export and Special Settings

Importing and Exporting Contacts

Guides on exporting contacts to VCF files and importing them from various sources.

Creating Special Ringtones and Diverting Calls

Explains how to set special ringtones for contacts and divert calls to voicemail.

Deleting and Resetting Contacts

Deleting Contacts

Guides on deleting individual or multiple contacts and resetting the contact list.

Messages: Sending and Replying

Writing and Sending SMS

Guides on writing SMS messages, inserting smileys, and saving drafts.

Messages: Multimedia Content

Writing MMS Content

Explains how to include text, images, voice messages, and location in MMS.

Sending a Message

Guides on sending text or multimedia messages and navigating message lists.

Messages: Reading and Management

Responding to Received Messages

Guides on responding to messages and reading message conversations.

Managing Messages

Explains how to share, forward, copy, and delete messages.

Message Conversation Management

Managing Conversations

Guides on selecting, deleting, and archiving conversations.

Blocking Conversations

Explains how to block contacts to stop receiving messages from them.

Device Settings: Language and Display

Language Settings

Guides on changing the device language and managing available languages.

Display Settings: Brightness

Explains how to adjust screen brightness and enable automatic brightness adaptation.

Display and Font Settings

Night Light and Dark Design

Guides on using night light for eye comfort and enabling dark design for apps.

Display Orientation and Font Size

Explains how to set display orientation and adjust text font size.

Tones and Volume Settings

Adjusting Volume and Enabling Vibration

Guides on adjusting volume levels and enabling vibration for calls.

Ringtones and Other Tones

Explains how to change default ringtones and enable/disable dialpad tones.

Power Management Settings

Setting Keypad Tones

Guides on configuring tones for keypad presses.

Showing Battery Charge and Consumption

Explains how to view battery status and power consumption details.

Battery Charge Limit and Power Save Mode

Setting the Battery Charge Limit

Guides on setting a charge limit to prolong battery lifespan.

Using Power Save Mode

Explains how to enable and disable power save mode and its automatic activation.

Device Security and Data Protection

Ejecting Memory Card and Freeing Up Memory

Guides on ejecting memory cards and freeing up device storage.

Accessibility Features

Covers useful settings for adapting the smartphone to personal needs for users with disabilities.

Display Lock and Screen Security

Setting Up a Display Lock

Guides on setting up screen locks like PIN, pattern, or password for device security.

Settings for the Display Lock

Covers options for showing/hiding patterns and setting automatic display lock time.

Advanced Device Unlock Methods

Enabling Display Lock on Switch On

Guides on enabling the display lock when the device is switched on or off.

Automatically Unlocking with Smart Lock

Explains Smart Lock features for automatic device unlocking.

Facial Recognition and Screen Pinning

Cancel Display Lock with Facial Recognition

Guides on setting up and using facial recognition for unlocking the device.

Screen Pinning

Explains how to restrict the device to a single app view.

SIM Card Lock and App Permissions

SIM Card Lock

Guides on enabling/disabling the SIM card lock and changing the PIN.

App Permissions

Explains how to grant or deny permissions for apps during installation or later.

Authorisation Manager and Android Device Manager

Authorisation Manager

Guides on checking and setting app authorisations for accessing device functions.

Android Device Manager

Explains how to locate, ring, lock, or delete data on a lost smartphone.

Device Administrators and Certificates

Device Administrators

Covers apps authorised to connect to the smartphone for data exchange or synchronization.

Certificates

Explains the use of digital certificates for secure network connections.

Accounts and Location Detection

Accounts

Guides on using accounts for personal information synchronization across devices.

Account Types: Google and Email

Explains setting up Google and email accounts, and their synchronization.

Account Synchronization

Exchange Account Setup

Guides on setting up an Exchange account for synchronizing contacts, calendar, and emails.

Synchronising Accounts

Explains how to enable/disable automatic synchronization for Google and individual apps.

Location Services and History

Location Detection

Guides on enabling/disabling location detection and checking apps accessing location.

Managing Location History

Explains how to manage location history, including switching it off or viewing past locations.

App Services and Defaults

Enable Location Service for Emergencies

Guides on enabling emergency location services for automatic location sharing.

Default App Selection

Explains how to select a default app for specific actions.

Changing App Settings

Specifying Default Apps for Functions

Guides on setting default apps for frequently used functions.

Changing App Settings

Covers modifying app-specific settings like notifications, permissions, and storage.

General App Settings and Reset

General App Settings

Explains how to check and change app permissions, default values, and notifications.

Resetting App Settings

Guides on how to reset all changes made to app settings.

Network Connections: Mobile Networks

Mobile Networks

Guides on using mobile networks, enabling/disabling mobile data, and roaming.

SIM Card Management and Wi-Fi Calling

Using Two SIM Cards

Guides on managing preferred SIM cards for data, calls, and SMS.

Wi-Fi Calling and Network Selection

Explains Wi-Fi calling and how to automatically or manually select networks.

Wi-Fi Connection Management

Enabling/Disabling WLAN Function

Guides on enabling/disabling Wi-Fi and establishing connections to WLANs.

Adding and Removing WLANs

Explains how to add new WLANs and remove saved networks.

WLAN Sharing and Connection Configuration

Sharing WLAN Access

Guides on sharing your WLAN access with friends via password and QR code.

Connection Configuration and Metered Networks

Explains how to configure network settings and define metered networks.

Proxy Settings and Data Usage

Proxy Settings

Guides on manually entering or automatically configuring proxy details.

Data Usage Monitoring

Explains how to check data usage on mobile networks and WLAN.

Setting Data Usage Limits and Warnings

Specifying Data Usage Cycle

Guides on setting the data usage cycle and entering a data limit.

Setting a Warning for Data Usage

Explains how to set warnings for data volume usage.

Data Save Mode and Bluetooth

Enabling/Disabling Data Save Mode

Guides on enabling data save mode to reduce mobile data usage.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Explains how to enable/disable Bluetooth and pair devices.

Bluetooth Pairing and Device Management

Bluetooth Pairing

Guides on pairing Bluetooth devices for secure connections.

Changing Bluetooth Names and Functions

Explains how to change device names and enable/disable Bluetooth functions for connected devices.

Data Transmission and VPN Setup

Displaying Data Transmission Information

Guides on viewing data received via Bluetooth.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Explains VPNs and how to add and establish VPN connections.

VPN Management and Tethering

Ending, Deleting, and Editing VPN Settings

Guides on managing VPN connections, including ending, deleting, and editing settings.

Tethering with WLAN, Bluetooth, or USB

Explains how to share the smartphone's internet connection via tethering.

Hotspot and Bluetooth Tethering

Enabling and Disabling WLAN Hotspot

Guides on setting up and managing a WLAN hotspot.

Setting Up and Using Bluetooth Tethering

Explains how to share the internet connection via Bluetooth tethering.

System Settings: Date, Time, and USB Tethering

USB Tethering

Guides on setting up and using USB tethering to share the internet connection.

Date and Time Settings

Explains how to set the date, time, and time zone automatically or manually.

Software Updates and System Information

Setting the Date and Time Format

Guides on setting the date and time format according to country standards.

Software Updates

Explains how to check for, download, and install system software updates.

System Update Settings and Backup

System Update Settings

Covers configuring settings for downloading software updates.

Backing Up and Restoring the System

Guides on backing up data and settings using Android Backup Service.

Resetting System Settings

Resetting Network Settings

Guides on resetting WLAN, mobile, and Bluetooth network settings.

Resetting App Settings

Explains how to reset app settings to their defaults.

Resetting the Device to Default Settings

Guides on performing a factory reset to erase all personal data.

Appendix: Customer Service Information

Customer Service UK and Ireland

Provides contact details and resources for Gigaset Customer Care in the UK and Ireland.

Customer Service and Assistance Worldwide

Customer Service Contact Numbers

Lists telephone hotlines for customer service in various countries.

Guarantee Certificate Information

Guarantee Certificate - UK and Ireland

Details the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's guarantee.

Manufacturer's Advice and Compliance

Exclusion of Liability for Display Errors

Outlines criteria for pixel errors and warranty claims related to the display.

Authorisation and Declaration of Conformity

Covers device authorization for use in specific regions and EU compliance information.

Environmental Protection and Radiation Information

Waste and Environmental Protection

Provides guidance on correct disposal of the product and batteries according to WEEE and RoHS directives.

About Radiation (SAR Certification)

Explains Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values and directives for radio wave exposure.

Technical Data: Frequency Bands

Frequency and Bands

Lists technical data on frequency bands used by the device and their maximum power output.

Power Adapter and Battery Specifications

Power Adapter Specifications

Details the specifications of the Gigaset GS4 power adapter, including voltage and current.

Battery Specifications

Provides information on the battery technology, capacity, and part number.

Open Source Software Information

General Open Source Software Information

Explains that the device includes open source software subject to various license conditions.

License and Copyright Information

Provides details on GNU GPL, LGPL, and Common Public Licenses for open source software.

Index

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