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Congratulations

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Congratulations

Congratulations on your purchase of the Siemens Gigaset S450 telephone system! This

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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / Congratulations_En.fm / 28.3.06 Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of the Siemens Gigaset S450 telephone system! This phone´s DECT6.0 frequency standard and high-speed digital voice encoding provide reception and voice clarity that is superior to other cordless phones. And, its digital spread spectrum technology will provide you with secure, private conversations.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / Congratulations_En.fm / 28.3.
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / no_AM_overview.fm / 28.3.06 Handset at a glance Handset at a glance 1 16 Ð 2 INT 1 06.03.
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450IVZ.fm / 28.3.06 Contents Contents Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Handset at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety precautions ........... 6 Gigaset S450 – more than just a telephone . . . . . 7 First Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Pack contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installing the base station . . . . . . . . . . 7 Setting up the handset for use . . . . . . . 8 Area codes . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450IVZ.fm / 28.3.06 Contents Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Notes on the operating instructions . . . . . . . . 43 Symbols used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Example: menu input . . . . . . . . . . . . . Example: multiple line input . . . . . . . Writing and editing names . . . . . . . . . 43 43 44 44 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / security.fm / 28.3.06 Safety precautions Safety precautions*) $ ! Only use the power supply unit supplied as indicated on the underside of the device. Only insert approved rechargeable batteries of the same type. Never use ordinary (non-rechargeable) batteries as they may pose a health hazard or cause injury. ‹ Make sure the rechargeable battery is inserted the right way round. Œ Use the battery specified in these operating instructions.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / starting.fm / 28.3.06 Gigaset S450 – more than just a telephone Gigaset S450 – more than just a telephone Your phone not only enables you to store up to 150 telephone numbers (page 15) – it can do a whole lot more: u You can designate important people as VIPs so you can identify important calls from the ringtone (page 15). u You can store anniversary dates (page 17) in your phone and it will remind you of them in advance.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / starting.fm / 28.3.06 First Steps Please note: Closing the battery cover u The power adapter must be always ¤ First align the notches on the side of connected, as the phone will not operate without an electrical connection. u If you buy a replacement phone cord from a store, ensure that the phone jack is connected correctly. ¤ the battery cover with the clips on the inside of the casing.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / starting.fm / 28.3.06 First Steps ¤ Insert your hand into the headset socket cavity and pull the battery cover upwards. To charge the batteries, leave the handset in the base station. Notes: – If the handset has switched itself off because the batteries have no charge and is then placed in the base station, it will switch itself on automatically. – Only place the handset in the base or charging cradle that is intended for it.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / starting.fm / 28.3.06 First Steps ¤ Set the date and the time, for example to ensure the correct time of incoming calls is recorded. Setting the date and time ¤ To set the date and time, press the display key §Time§ to open the input menu. To change the time, open the input field via: v ¢ Ð ¢ Date/Time ¤ Change multiple line input: Date: Enter month, day and year in 6-digit format. Time: Enter hours and minutes with 4 digits, e.g. Q M 1 5 for 7:15 am.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / telefony.fm / 28.3.06 Making calls Making calls answer the call as long the call is displayed on the screen. Making an external call Caller ID External calls are calls using the public telephone network. ~c Enter the number and press the talk key. Or: Caller ID(CID) and Caller Name ID (CNID) are optional subscription services provided by your telephone service provider.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / telefony.fm / 28.3.06 Operating the handset Handsfree operation Operating the handset You can activate the speakerphone at any time to provide handsfree operation during a call. Activating/deactivating the handset Activating/deactivating handsfree Activating while dialing a Press and hold the end call key. You will hear the confirmation beep. ~c Activating/deactivating the keypad lock ¤ # Press and hold the pound key.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / telefony.fm / 28.3.06 Operating the handset Returning to idle status In lists and submenus t/ s v u Scroll up/down line by line. Open submenu or confirm selection. Go back one menu level, or cancel. During an external call s u Open the directory. Initiate an internal consultation call. Adjust loudspeaker volume for earpiece and handsfree mode.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / telefony.fm / 28.3.06 Operating the handset Correcting incorrect entries You can correct incorrect characters in the text by navigating to the incorrect entry using the control key. You can then: u press X to delete the character to the left of the cursor, u insert characters to the left of the cursor, u overwrite the (flashing) character when entering the time and date etc.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.3.06 Using the directory and lists Using the directory and lists The options are: u Directory, u Call-by-Call list, u Last number redial list, u Calls list. You can store a maximum of 150 entries in the directory and call-by-call list (the actual number depends on the size of the individual entries). You create the directory and call-by-call list for your own individual handset.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.3.06 Using the directory and lists Using other functions s / C ¢ s (select entry) ¢ §Options§ (open menu) The following functions can be selected with q: Display Number Edit or add to a stored number. Then dial or call up further functions by pressing Options. Edit Entry Edit selected entry. Delete Entry Delete selected entry.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.3.06 Using the directory and lists Storing anniversaries in the directory You can store an anniversary for every number in the directory and specify a time when you will receive a reminder call on the anniversary. s ¢ s (Select entry; page 15) §View§ §Edit§ Press display keys one after the other. s Scroll to the Annivers.: line. §Edit§ Press the display key.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.3.06 Using the directory and lists Opening lists with the message key The message key will illuminate after each missed call whether the caller left a voice mail message or not. You can use the message key f to open the following lists: u Network mailbox If your network provider supports this function and the network mailbox is configured for fast access (page 20).
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / direct_charges.fm / 28.3.06 Using the directory and lists List entry New messages are at the top. Example of list entries: All Calls John Smith 8005551211 01.29.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / T-NetBox_SAG.fm / 28.3.06 Using the network mailbox Using the network mailbox Calling the network mailbox The network mailbox is your network provider's answer machine within the network. You cannot use the network mailbox unless you have requested it from your network provider. d Configuring the network mailbox for fast access Viewing the network mailbox message With fast access, you can dial the network mailbox directly.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Using several handsets Using several handsets Registering handsets You can register up to a total of six handsets on your base station. A Gigaset S45 handset can be registered on up to four base stations. Automatic registration Gigaset S45 to Gigaset S450 Important: The handset must not yet be registered to any base station. Registering the handset to the Gigaset S450 base station occurs automatically.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Using several handsets De-registering handsets Making internal calls You can de-register any registered handset from any registered Gigaset S45 handset. u Open list of internal users. The handset you are currently using is indicated by <. s Select the internal user you wish to de-register. Internal calls to other handsets registered on the same base station are free. §Options§ Or: Open menu. De-reg. H/Set No.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Using several handsets Then, if the internal participant does not answer or is busy, the call will automatically return to you (the display will show Recall). Internal consultation calls When you are speaking to an external participant you can simultaneously call an internal participant for consultation. u s Open list of handsets. The external caller hears the hold melody if activated (see page 30).
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Using several handsets Changing the name of a handset The names "INT 1", "INT 2" etc. are assigned automatically at registration. You can change these names. The name must be no more than 10 characters. The changed name is displayed in every handset's list. u Open list of handsets. Your own handset is indicated by <. s §Edit§ ~ §Save§ Select handset. Press the display key. Enter name. Press the display key.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Using several handsets Activating the room monitor and entering the number to be called Changing previously set external destination number v ¢ í ¢ Room Monitor ¤ Change multiple line input: Room M.: Select On to activate. Call to: Press the display key §Edit§ and enter destination number. External number: select number from the directory or enter directly. Only the last 4 digits are displayed.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Handset settings Handset settings Your handset is preconfigured, but you can change these settings to suit your individual requirements. Changing the display language You can view the display texts in different languages. v ¢ Ð ¢ Handset ¢ Language The current language is indicated by ‰ . s Select a language and press §OK§. a Press and hold (idle status).
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Handset settings Setting lighting Depending on whether or not the handset is in the base station you can set different levels of lighting. If it is switched on, the display is permanently dimmed. v ¢ Ð ¢ Display ¢ Backlight The current setting is displayed. ¤ Change multiple line input: In Charger Select On or Off. without Charger Select On or Off. §Save§ Press the display key. a Press and hold (idle status).
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Handset settings Settings for individual functions Set the volume and melody depending on the type of signaling required. v ¢ Ð ¢ Audio Settings ¢ Ringer Settings q Set, for example select Ext. Calls and press §OK§. ¤ Change multiple line input: r Set volume (1–6). s r Scroll to the next line. Select melody. §Save§ Press the display key to confirm the prompt.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Handset settings Battery: Select On, Off or In Call. The battery warning tone is activated/deactivated or only sounds during a call. ¤ Save changes (page 44). You cannot deactivate the confirmation tone for placing the handset in the base station. Setting the alarm clock Requirement: The date and time have already been set (page 10).
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / registr_sett.fm / 28.3.06 Base station settings Base station settings The base station settings are carried out using a registered Gigaset S45 handset. Protecting against unauthorized access Protect the system settings of the base station with a PIN known only to yourself. The system PIN must now be entered when, for example, registering/de-registering a handset to/from the base station or when restoring the default settings.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / menuetree.fm / 28.3.06 Shortcuts Shortcuts Instead of scrolling to locate a menu function, you can select a menu function more quickly by opening the menu and keying in the digit combination ("shortcut"). Example: v 5 2 1 1 for "Set ringtone for external calls". With the telephone in idle status, press v (open main menu): 3 Alarm Clock ì 4 Add.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / pabx.fm / 28.3.06 Connecting the base station to the PABX Connecting the base station to the PABX The following settings are only needed when your PABX requires them. Please refer to the user guide for your PABX. Dialing modes and flash time The current setting is indicated by ‰ . Changing the dialing mode The following dialing modes can be selected: u Tone dialing (DTMF), u Pulse dialing (DP). v ¢ Ð ¢ Base ¢ Add.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / accessories_SAG.fm / 28.3.06 Accessories Accessories Gigaset Handsets ADD ADDITIONAL HANDSETS TO YOUR GIGASET CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM. Gigaset Handset S45 Illuminated color display (4096 colors) Illuminated keypad Handsfree operation Polyphonic ringer melodies Directory for around 150 entries Headset socket Room monitor www.siemens.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / accessories_SAG.fm / 28.3.06 Accessories Voice and data adapter Gigaset M34 USB Use the Gigaset M34 USB for wireless connections between your PC and your Gigaset.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Appendix Appendix Questions and answers Care ¤ Wipe the base station and handset with a damp cloth (do not use solvent) or an antistatic cloth. Never use a dry cloth. This can cause static. Contact with liquid If you have any queries about the use of your telephone, you can contact us at any time at www.siemens.com/gigasetcustomercare. The table below (page 36) contains a list of common problems and possible solutions.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Appendix Troubleshooting The display is blank. 1. The handset is not switched on. Press a and hold the end call key. ¥ 2. The batteries are empty. Charge or replace the batteries (page 9). ¥ The handset does not respond to a key press. The keypad lock is activated. Press and hold the pound key # (page 12). ¥ "Base station x" is flashing in the display. 1. The handset is outside the range of the base station.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Appendix Specifications Recommended batteries (Valid at the time of going to press) Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH): u Sanyo Twicell 650 u Sanyo Twicell 700 u Panasonic 700mAh "for DECT" u GP 700mAh u Yuasa Technology AAA Phone 700 u Varta Phone Power AAA 700mAh u GP 850 mAh u Sanyo NiMH 800 u Yuasa Technologies AAA 800 The handset is supplied with the authorized batteries.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Appendix FCC / ACTA Information Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Siemens Cordless Products could void the FCC authority to operate the equipment. This includes the addition of any external antenna device. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Appendix Notice for Direct Inward Dialing ("DID") ALLOWING THIS EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO NOT PROVIDE FOR PROPER ANSWER SUPERVISION AS A VIOLATION OF PART 68 OF THE FCC‘S RULES. Notice to Hearing Aid Wearers: This phone system is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Power Outage: In the event of a power outage, your cordless telephone will not operate.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Safety precautions Safety precautions Before using your telephone equipment, basic safety instructions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall telephone jack and power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Safety precautions Customer Care Warranty for Cordless Products To obtain Siemens Customer Care Warranty service, product operation information, or for problem resolution, call: Toll Free: 1-888-777-0211 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Central Standard Time seven days a week www.siemens.com/gigasetcustomercare Limited Warranty This limited, non-transferable warranty is provided to the original purchaser.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Safety precautions THIS ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE-YEAR DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Notes on the operating instructions Notes on the operating instructions This section explains the meaning of certain symbols and typographical conventions that are used in this user guide. Example: menu input In the user guides, the steps you need to perform are shown in abbreviated form. This is illustrated below using the example of "Setting the contrast for the display". The things you need to do are explained in the boxes.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Notes on the operating instructions Example: multiple line input There are many situations in which you can change the settings of a display or enter data in several lines. In this user guide symbols are used to guide you step by step through multiple line input. This is illustrated below using the example of "Setting the date and time". The things you need to do are explained in the boxes.
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Gigaset S455 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / appendix.fm / 28.3.06 Notes on the operating instructions Order of directory entries Directory entries are usually sorted in alphabetical order. Spaces and digits take first priority. The sort order is as follows: 1. Space 2. Digits (0–9) 3. Letters (alphabetical) 4. Other characters To get around the alphabetical ordering of the entries, insert a space or a digit in front of the name. These entries will then move to the beginning of the directory.
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450SIX.fm / 28.3.06 Index Index A Access protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Acknowledge tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Activating advisory tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 internal listening in . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450SIX.fm / 28.3.06 Index characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 De-registering (handset) . . . . . . . . . . 22 Dialing directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 with quick dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Dialing pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 entering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450SIX.fm / 28.3.06 Index keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Idle status (display) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Idle status, returning to . . . . . . . . . . . Incorrect input (correction) . . . . . . . . Internal consultation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . listening in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . making calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal call . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gigaset S450 S450 / USA EN / A31008-M1714-B101-1-19 / S450SIX.fm / 28.3.06 Index setting dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . 32 setting flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 switching to touch tone dialing . . . . 32 Pack contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Paging, handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Phone jack assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pound key . . . . . . . .