(dangerous). Note the symbols in the battery compartment: Avoid contact with water and fire. Do not use non-Siemens charging devices. These could damage the batteries. Only use the supplied plug-in power supply unit as des- ignated on the underside of the charging shell.
The function is not configured for you and your handset. In this case, please consult your system administrator. Your Hicom 300/300 E/300 H does not support this func- tion. Please contact your Siemens sales partner for a sys- tem upgrade. Features...
Introduction Each handset can log onto and be used by up to 4 DECT systems. Features of the Hicom cordless E Internal and external calls in the entire Hicom cordless E radio network The user can roam throughout the entire radio network and still receive all internal and external calls at one call number (roaming).
Introduction General operating instructions The devices offer a high level of privacy. No protection can be guaranteed against illegal bugging using other radio receivers. When operating the handset, a basic distinction is made between: – telephone/switching functions, e.g. when a call is in progress –...
Introduction Radiorange Depending on the environment, the range in the open is up to 300 m per base station. In buildings, the range extends up to 50 m per base sta- tion (depending on the room and building layout and con- struction).
Preparing the handset Inserting the batteries into the handset Note: Please read the safety notes first, see page 2. Only use supplied or approved batteries. Do not use normal (non-rechargeable) batteries, see page 13. Always change the batteries at the same time and only insert batteries of the same type and produced by the same manufacturer.
Preparing the handset Charging and using the batteries The batteries supplied (NiCd) are not charged. To charge the batteries, insert the handset into the Gigaset 3000L charging shell with the display facing upwards. The battery symbol on the handset display indicates the charging status: Batteries empty.
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Preparing the handset Battery life: These times are only achieved after several charging and discharging cycles. Type NiCd, 700 mAh NiMH, 1100 mAh NiMH, 1500 mAh Approved batteries: Nickel cadmium (NiCd) Sanyo N-3U (700 mAh) GP GP60AAKC (600 mAh) GP GP130 AA HC Varta 751RS (700 mAh) Note on the use of NiMH batteries: After inserting NiMH batteries into the handset, we rec-...
Preparing the handset Fitting the attachment clip You can fit the supplied attachment clip to your handset if required. Place the attachment clip on the back of the handset. There are holes on the sides of the handset approximately level with the display.
Preparing the handset Activating/deactivating handsets Note: The language set at the factory is English. For informa- tion on changing the language to German or another lan- guage, refer to page 52. Off status: Display blank – calls cannot be received. On status e.g.
Preparing the handset Activating/deactivating the keypad lock This allows you to protect your handset against inadvertent key activation, e.g. when carrying it in your bag. Calls are signalled even if the keypad is locked and can be answered in the same way as when the telephone is on. Prerequisite: handset is activated.
Display Explanation The handset features a 4-line display with 16 characters per line. Depending on the situation, the display shows: digits, e.g. dialled numbers text, e.g. the current base (system) symbols, e.g. ringing or battery symbol and in the last line the current functions of the two dis- play keys.
Display Keys The two display keys are located directly under the display. The current functions of the display keys are status-depend- ent and are displayed in the lower display line. Each display key can be used to display one or two functions. In the case of two functions, you must press either on the left or the right side of the corresponding display key.
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Display Function selection using menus (handset functions) On status Main menu The currently selected (highlighted) function is displayed on a dark background. A dotted line indicates the end of the menu. If you scroll fur- ther, the first function in the menu is selected again. When the "line"...
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Display Function selection using display keys (when a call is in progress, service menu) When a call is in progress, the display keys can be used to call up different functions, e.g.: For example, youcan use the display keys scroll to the next function when a call is in progress. If the required function is displayed, simply press the display key and follow the instructions.
Logging handsets onto a telephone system You must open a "logon window" in the telephone system and then log on the handset before you can use it to make telephone calls. This is only required when the handset is put into service for the first time.
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Logging handsets onto a telephone system Open the logon window with the second telephone. An "Optiset E" Hicom telephone is used here by way of example to demonstrate the procedure: e.g. ... Enter the code for activating the code e.g.... e.g.
Logging handsets onto a telephone system Logging on for the first time This procedure must be performed if you have not yet used your handset and are logging it on to the system for the first time. Note: The logon window must be opened before you proceed with the logon procedure (see page 21).
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Logging handsets onto a telephone system e.g. e.g. ... Enter the system PIN (max. 8 digits). Note: To ensure that the handset/telephone used to "open" the logon window can be used again immediately: press and enter the code no. digits, e.g. #24. Base/system: For Hicom cordless E, the handsets are not logged on at the stations (base stations) but at the telephone system.
Logging handsets onto a telephone system Setting the ISDN configuration You can activate the "ISDN Config" function to define one call number that can be accessed internally and externally in the entire radio network (network roaming). e.g. Proceed in the same way as described above to deactivate the function.
Conducting calls Note: The on-hook key tions. You can end the call by placing the handset in the charging shell. Internal dialling Cor Call Ending a call Note: You can cancel the dialling process with the You can program an automatic callback request with not answer, see page 72.
Conducting calls External dialling Cor External code e.g. " Call Ending a call Note: You can cancel the dialling process with the calls can be made, forexample. The dialled number is automatically stored for number redial. The on-hook key process. The recall key down).
Conducting calls Block dialling for internal/external dialling Block dialling means that you enter the number first (up to 32 digits), if necessary correct it and then press the talk key to dial. Cor Ending a call Note: The size of the digits is reduced for longer numbers. You can program an automatic callback request with not answer, see page 72.
Conducting calls Answering calls The handset’s ringer tone is audible. The number and the name of the caller are displayed, depending on the user (internal/external), as well as The handset is in the charging shell: The handset is not in the charging shell: If required, deactivate the ringer: Ending a call Simply remove the handset from the...
Conducting calls Speakerphone mode Speakerphone mode offers you the following advantages: other people can listen in and take part in a call. You have your hands free. You can set the handset down or place it in the charging shell if you have pressed the speakerphone key.
Number redial Number redial – last five numbers You have dialled a number, but the other party is busy or does not answer: press the on-hook key. The last five num- bers dialled (up to 32 digits) are always stored automatically. If you dialled a number from the telephone directory, then the name is displayed when you use the redial function.
Number redial Copying a number to the telephone directory Names Press the display key. Scroll to the desired number. Open the submenu using the display key. Scroll to Confirm the selection. Enter names (max. 16 characters). (see page 35) Press the display key. Confirm is displayed for approx.
Number redial Editing an entry Deleting an entry Press the display key. Scroll to the desired number. Open the submenu using the display key. Scroll to Confirm the selection. Change the number Press the display key. Confirm is displayed for approx. 2 seconds .
Number redial Displaying an entry All the digits of a number (up to 32 digits) are displayed. RETURN Disabling number redial You want to prevent other persons from using the number redial function to redial digits (e.g. PIN) that you entered. This disabling function allows you to bar number redial for these digits.
Entering text You can enter names or text for specific functions (local tele- phone directory, short cuts, messages) via the digit keys. Overview – key layout The following table shows the assignment of all letters, digits and characters to the keys: £...
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Entering text Entering special characters Press the key the appropriate number of times (up to 9 times) according to the "Overview - key layout" to enter the special characters, see page 35. Entering text with character preview As soon as you press a key, all letters, digits and special characters assigned to this key are displayed in the lower display line.
Telephone directory Your handset has a telephone directory for storing up to 100 numbers. The stored numbers can be simply dialled, modified or deleted at any time. Note: Numbers from the number redial memory can also be transferred to the telephone directory, see page 32. Overview –...
Telephone directory Storing numbers (directory/network prefix menu) The telephone directory approximately 100 call numbers. You can store the prefix numbers of other locations using the network prefix Name Tel. number Note: Telephone directory entries are automatically sorted in alphabetical order. "Names" that begin with " " or "#" pre- cede entries starting with "A".
Telephone directory Dialling a number from the directory/network prefix menu Prerequisite: number is stored and handset is on or in mes- sage status – no connection is set up. e.g. Other telephone directory functions All menus/functions of the telephone directory or network prefix menu are called up in the same way: The remaining functions of the telephone directory are described below.
Telephone directory Use Number: e.g. e.g. " Extend number, for example with Dial Number: New Entry: Enter the new name and new telephone number, see page 38. Edit Entry: e.g. Delete Entry: Confirm the selection. The dialled number is displayed, e.g. Press the display key.
Telephone directory Display Entry: RETURN Delete List: You can also delete the entire telephone directory in one go, e.g. if you are lending the handset to another user. This function is also protected by the handset PIN (max. 8 digits). e.g.
Network prefix support "Linking" the prefix and call number e.g. Speed dialling from other locations Speed dialling from other locations allows you to rapidly access their prefix numbers: You can store 10 speed dialling prefix numbers (0-9) in the network prefix list. Enter a speed dialling number (0-9) in front of the network prefix name, e.g.
Main menu – overview Main menu Settings Bases Hset User Option Room Monitor Set Service Using the Menu key You can scroll this menu using menu entry with Explanation/notes see page 44 see page 54 not relevant for Hicom cordless E not relevant for Hicom cordless E see page 57 you can call up the main menu.
Audio settings Audio settings The following audio settings are all set using the same prin- ciple: – ringer volume (for note, see page 46) – ringer melody (for note, see page 46) – handset volume – loudspeaker The "ringer volume" function is used by way of example here to describe setting procedures: Press the menu key.
Audio settings Note: The symbol have deactivated the ringer (level 0). A call pickup is signalled by a short ringer tone if the handset is part of a call pickup group. Ringer tones 1-5 are, therefore, recommended in a call pickup group. Activating/deactivating audio settings The following audio settings are all activated and deacti- vated using the same principle:...
Audio settings To deactivate the function, proceed in the same way as described for activating it. The check mark disappears again once the "key beeps" function is confirmed with the display key Note: If "Beep" is activated, the symbol &'appears in the first display line in "on"...
Security Changing the handset PIN You can use this function to change your handset PIN. The default PIN for the handset is "0000". This PIN is required for the following functions: – All functions in the "Security" menu – Logging on the handset –...
Security Activating/deactivating the handset lock Important: Use of the handset lock function is restricted in con- junction with the Hicom cordless E handset. Telephone calls (incoming and outgoing) can be made at the locked handset. The handset can only be locked against unauthorized dialling by using the "Class of service, change/reset"...
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Security * The default PIN for the handset is "0000". Deactivating the handset lock e.g. ... Enter the handset PIN * The default PIN for the handset is "0000". Use the display key to jump to the next menu level up. The locked display appears.
Auto talk You only have to remove the handset from the charging shell to accept a call if this function is activated. Proceed in the same way as described above to deactivate the function. If the key, the check mark disappears. Press the menu key.
Language Factory setting: the default language is English. e.g. The following overview will help you to set the desired lan- guage as described above when the unit is delivered or after the language is changed inadvertently: Possible language settings IM 1 German English French...
Resetting the handset to the default state You can use this function to reset your handset to the defined default state, e.g. if you are handing over your hand- set to another user. Note: Resetting the handset to the default state deletes the redial numbers.
Bases Selecting the base If your handset is logged onto more than one base (sys- tems*), you can set it to a particular base or "best base" for automatic base changeover during cross-network roaming (in conjunction with "ISDN Config"). Note: If you set cally connected to the base with the best reception.
Bases Changing the base name You can enter an individual name for the handset, e.g. instead of "3" is the internal number of the handset. Name * Name set by factory * to an individual name, e.g. Press the menu key. Scroll to Confirm the selection.
SLC menu — overview The SLC menu can be called up using the when the handset is on or in message status. The follow- ing functions and submenus are offered: SLC menu Basic Service Mailbox Query Number Display Test Explanation/notes see page 57 see page 67 see page 68...
Service Basic Service When the handset is on or in message status, the basic settings are called up via the SLC menu (see page 56). When a call is in progress, press the menu key and scroll and confirm. The functions shown on page 58 can be activated directly using service codes or via the service menu with ;...
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Service Function Destinations Variable call for- warding (11) Fixed call forward- ing (12) Speed dialling (13) Forward number (14) Switches Call waiting (21) Do not disturb (22) Call protect (23) Hunting group (24) Forward (25) Forward number (26) Voice info Own mailbox (51) Other mailbox (52) PIN/COS...
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Service Function Timed reminder New reminder (7) Other functions DTMF dialling (81) Display (82) * Codes in brackets: service codes Follow the instructions in the display after the required func- tion has been selected. To cancel the operation: press the on-hook key Note: While service menu functions are being performed, calls can only be accepted if the service menu is cancelled.
Service Call forwarding You can forward all calls to another telephone in the sys- tem while you are away from your desk. In addition, Hicom cordless E offers the following functions: variable call forwarding – variable destination fixed call forwarding – destination is permanently stored, e.g.
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Service Deactivating variable call forwarding < < < Press the display key. Press the display key. Display: You can now jump directly to by entering service code " Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion. Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion.
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Service Storing/modifying a destination for fixed forwarding < < < Press the display key. Press the display key. Display: You can now jump directly to by entering service code " Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion. Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion.
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Service Activating/deactivating fixed forwarding < < < Press the display key. Press the display key. Display: You can jump directly to by entering service code " ". Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion. Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion.
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Service Deleting the fixed forwarding destination You can delete the fixed forwarding destination if you are no longer using the handset and are handing it over to an other user. < < < Press the display key. Press the display key. Display: You can now jump directly to by entering service code "...
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Service Activating call number forwarding < < < e.g.... Enter the handset PIN, e.g. "13579" * The default PIN for the handset is "0000". Press the display key. Press the display key. Display: You can now jump directly to by entering service code " Scroll to Press the display key to confirm selec- tion.
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Service Deactivating call number forwarding < < < e.g. ... Enter the handset PIN, e.g. "13579" * The default PIN for the handset is "0000". If you have not been able to take a call, e.g. because the handset was off or you were outside the radio range, you can check spoken messages (voicemail) stored in a mail- box.
Mailbox A prerequisite for this is that you have already configured fixed forwarding to your mailbox (see page 60). < e.g. < Press the display key. Scroll to Confirm the selection. Display: Display: Name, day, date and time Scroll to one of the 4 functions: : Check message : Delete entry : Check next message...
Query number The call number of the calling party is stored if you are outside of the radio range, the handset is switched off or you do not accept a call (handset is not busy and is on standby). You can query the stored numbers in the handset and sub- sequently dial these numbers or delete them.
Display Test Using the display test, it is possible to check whether all dis- play items (pixel) are displayed correctly. < If any display items are not dimmed these are faulty. Consult your system administrator or technician. Press the display key. Scroll to Confirm the selection.
Message Waiting Indication With "Message Waiting Indication", you can call up all new messages in the mailbox or access the caller list directly. If you have not taken calls or messages (voicemail), these are signalled in the lower display line with the symbol , . Note: Messages and calls which have already been called up via the functions "MAILBOX"...
Code functions Like other Hicom telephones, the mobile unit allows you to perform the following functions by entering codes. The codes in your system may deviate from the standard codes specified here. Consult your system administrator if you have any queries about the codes in your system. Functions Call waiting/override Do not disturb on/off...
Switching functions Prerequisite: the required function is set up. Note: Once a call has been set up, the display offers you the option microphone is deactivated and the No further functions can be activated in this status. Automatic callback If a dialled internal user is busy or if your call is not answered, you can program a callback request.
Switching functions Forwarding calls You answered an external call and would like to forward it to an other user: < Note: You can cancel the consultation by pressing user is busy. You can cancel the call forwarding function with the recall key system.
Switching functions Ending a consultation: < Note: You can cancel the consultation by pressing is busy. You can cancel the call forwarding function with the recall if you reach the mailbox of a voicemail system. Toggle – Switching between two users You can toggle between the two users during a consultation call (see page 73).
Switching functions Conference This function allows you to set up a telephone conference with up to 8 users. You are conducting a call and wish to set up a telephone conference with a further user: < < You can now perform the following functions: Adding additional users: <...
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Switching functions Ending a conference: Transferring a conference: < < Note: You can cancel the function with the recall key reach the mailbox of a voicemail system during a con- ference. Press the display key to confirm selection. All four users are now linked . Press the on-hook key.
Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting the Service department, you should attempt to correct any errors yourself: Error No display. displayed as soon as you press the talk key. No dial tone; no calls can be made. No radio connec- tion possible to base station, flashes.
Appendix Approval Hicom cordless products satisfy the EU approval specifica- tions in accordance with the EU directive 98/13/EEC. Technical data Standards Number of channels 120 duplex channels Frequencies Duplex operation Channel configura- tion Bit rate Modulation Voice encoding Transmit power Range Convenience handset Operating times with...
Appendix Accessories Gigaset 3000L charging shell For charging the handset batteries and storing the handset safely. More information is available on request. Please contact your nearest Siemens Sales office.
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Index Privacy ... 9 Putting the handset into service ... 11 Putting the handset into service for the first time ... 21 Radio network leaving ... 10 power saving function ... 10 Range... 10, 78 Replacement batteries ... 13 Ringer activating/deactivating ...