Gigaset SL910 User Manual

Gigaset SL910/910A / GBR/IRL / A31008-M2300-L101-1-7619 / Cover_front.fm /
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Gigaset SL910 Specifications

General

Answering machine	No
Number of melodies	20
Maximum indoor range	50 m
Maximum outdoor range	300 m
Alarm clock	Yes
Mac compatibility	-
Phonebook capacity	500 entries
Display diagonal	3.2 \
Display resolution	320 x 480 pixels
Display number of colors	262144 colors
Mounting type	Desk/Wall
Product color	Black, Silver
Standby time	200 h

Weight and Dimensions

Base dimensions	105 x 132 x 46 mm
Handset dimensions (WxDxH)	134 x 58 x 16 mm

Summary

Handset Overview

Handset Display and Controls

Details the status bar, navigation area, keypad, and main handset keys for operation.

Base and Display Icon Overview

Base at a Glance

Status Bar Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the status bar.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Provides important warnings regarding usage, electrical safety, and handling the device.

Specific Safety Guidelines

Covers warnings about batteries, medical equipment, hearing damage, and hazardous environments.

First Steps

Installing the Base and Charger

Instructions for setting up the base and charger in dry rooms.

Connecting Base to Power and Network

Step-by-step guide for connecting the base to the phone network and mains power.

Setting up the Handset

Inserting Battery and Closing Cover

Guide on correctly inserting the battery and attaching the battery cover.

Charging the Handset Battery

Instructions for charging the handset battery and notes on the charging process.

Setting up the Base and Handset Installation Wizard

Initial Configuration Wizard

Guides through initial setup of time, date, language, and country.

Setting Date and Display Language

Setting Country and Area Code

Entering Area Code and Local Prefix

Guide to inputting country-specific prefixes and local area codes for dialing.

Using the Phone

Handset Activation and Touchscreen Operation

Steps to turn the handset on/off and interact with the touchscreen interface.

Selecting Functions and Activating/Deactivating Functions

Status Bar and Status Page Access

Opening Submenus and Configuring Options

Entering Numbers and Text

Instructions for entering numbers, text, and handling incorrect entries.

Option Slider Usage

Key and Display Lock

Securing the handset against unintentional operation with a lock.

Entering Numbers, Text, and SMS Features

Instructions for entering numbers, text, and special SMS features.

Activating/Deactivating Key and Display Lock

Securing the handset against unintentional operation with a lock.

Menu Tree

Applications Menu Structure

Settings Menu Structure

Details the various settings categories and submenus available.

Display and Keypad Settings

Language and Location Settings

System Settings

Configuration for Eco Mode, network settings, and system resets.

Select Services and Telephony Settings

SMS and Bluetooth Settings

Answering Machine and Network Mailbox Settings

Settings for the base answering machine and network mailbox access.

Making Calls

Making an External Call

Step-by-step instructions for initiating an external phone call.

Accepting Incoming Calls

Options for answering calls, including diverting to the answering machine.

Call Display and Caller Identification

Handsfree Mode Operation

Guide to using handsfree mode, including activating and switching modes.

Switching to Mute and Security Check

Making Calls via Network Services

Network Services for Subsequent Calls

How to activate/deactivate services like CLIR and Call Waiting via settings.

Network Services During External Calls

Using Call Divert (CD)

Setting up call diversion to send calls to another number.

Initiating and Cancelling Ringback

Consultation Calls and Call Swapping

Procedures for making consultation calls and switching between participants.

Using Lists

Redial List and SMS Inbox

How to use the redial list and access the SMS inbox.

Answering Machine List and Call Lists

Call Lists Overview and Entry Details

Displaying and Managing New Messages

Using the Directory

Opening the Directory

Creating and Managing Directory Entries

Step-by-step guide to adding new contacts, defining defaults, and sorting.

Selecting and Dialling Directory Entries

How to find contacts and dial numbers directly from the directory.

Editing and Transferring Directory Entries

Procedures for editing entries and transferring them via Bluetooth.

Adding Displayed Numbers to Directory

Sending and Receiving SMS Messages

Writing and Sending SMS

Instructions for composing and sending text messages.

Receiving and Managing SMS Messages

How incoming SMS are saved, read, and managed.

Setting Up the SMS Centre

Configuring phone numbers for SMS service centres to send/receive messages.

Activating/Deactivating SMS Function and Troubleshooting

Operating the Gigaset SL910A Base Answering Machine

Answering Machine Operation via Handset

Activating/Deactivating Modes

Turning the answering machine on/off and selecting modes like announcement or advisory message.

Recording, Playing Back, and Deleting Messages

Procedures for recording personal announcements and managing messages.

Playing Back Messages

Playing Individual Messages

Diverting External Calls to Answering Machine

Activating/Deactivating Call Screening

Using the Network Mailbox

Entering Network Mailbox Number

Playing Back Network Mailbox Messages

Using Bluetooth Devices

Activating/Deactivating Bluetooth Mode

Finding and Registering Bluetooth Devices

How to search for, trust, and register Bluetooth devices like headsets.

Editing Known Bluetooth Devices

ECO DECT: Reducing Energy Consumption and Radiation

ECO DECT Modes for Radiation and Energy Saving

Explains Eco Mode and Eco Mode+ for reducing radiation and power usage.

Using a Handset as a Room Monitor

Room Monitor Mode Operation

Room Monitor Warnings and Notes

Changing Room Monitor Settings

Activating, Cancelling, and Remotely Deactivating Room Monitor

Setting the Alarm Clock

Configuring Alarm Clock Settings

Activating, deactivating, and configuring alarm clock settings like time and ringtone.

Deactivating Wake-up Call / Snooze Mode

Using Multiple Handsets

Registering Handsets

Step-by-step process for registering new handsets to the base.

Registering Other Handsets

De-registering Handsets

Locating a Handset (Paging)

Making Internal Calls

Internal Consultation and Transfer

Handling Call Waiting and Conference Calls

Setting up the Handset

Customizing Idle Display and Quick Access

Customizing the idle display page with functions and phone numbers for quick access.

Adding/Removing Functions and Selecting Display Items

Configuring QuickDial and Display Language

Setting Country and Keypad Behavior

Setting Display, Screensaver, and Auto Answer

Adjusting Volume and Setting Handsfree Profiles

Setting Ringtones and Time Control for Calls

Silent Alert, Advisory Tones, and Anonymous Call Rejection

Setting up the Base

Restoring Handset Default Settings

Resetting individual handset settings to their factory defaults.

Music on Hold and Repeater Support

System Security: Changing and Resetting System PIN

Securing base settings and enabling remote operation by changing the system PIN.

Resetting Base to Default Settings

Restoring all base settings to factory defaults, affecting connected handsets.

Updating the Base Firmware

Connecting Base to Router/Internet

Guide for connecting the base to a router for internet access and firmware updates.

Connecting Base to Local Network (Router)

Static IP Address Assignment

Starting and Setting Firmware Updates

Steps to manually initiate firmware updates and enable automatic checks.

Connecting the Base to the PABX

Changing Dialling Mode and Setting Recall

Saving an Access Code (Outside Line Code)

Setting Pauses and Switching to Tone Dialling

Service (Customer Care)

Gigaset Service Offerings

Service Hotlines (UK and Ireland)

Questions and Answers for Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for phone usage, registration, and connectivity.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Detailed troubleshooting steps for display problems, base connection loss, and ringtone issues.

Troubleshooting Call and Network Issues

Solutions for issues like no dial tone, incorrect PIN, and network mailbox access.

Guarantee Certificate (United Kingdom)

Guarantee Certificate (Ireland)