Siemens M34 User Manual

User Manual

Contents

Contents
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Notes on the operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing the software and device drivers . . . . . . . 7
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Gigaset products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Minimum PC requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Pack contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparing the base station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the Gigaset M34 software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Starting the Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Possible problems during installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Checking successful installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Registering a base station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Status displays for the Gigaset M34 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operation with multiple devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Configuring the Gigaset M34 software . . . . . . . . . 19
Checking the connection status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Configuring the Gigaset M34 software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing device names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Registering a base station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting the base station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Calling the Gigaset M34 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Deregistering a base station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Configuring power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Firmware update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Contents
Operating the Gigaset M34 software . . . . . . . . . . 25
Changing and saving settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Opening Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Closing the program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Service (Customer Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Guarantee Certificate
United Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Guarantee Certificate Ireland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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For your safety

For your safety
ì Before installing the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter and software, carefully read the
following information:
"Notes on the operating instructions" on page 4
"Safety precautions" on page 5

Notes on the operating instructions

Online Help
u During installation, detailed descriptions appear on the screen. u There is also an online help for each component of the Gigaset M34 software.
Open the appropriate component and then either click on the Help icon in the tool-
bar or press the F1 key.
Operating instructions
You can also print out all the operating instructions, which can be found in *.pdf format on the CD-ROM supplied. To read the instructions you will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader program. You can install this directly from the Gigaset M34 software Setup Wizard.
ì Read the instructions carefully before using for the first time.
Up to date information
The Gigaset M34 CD-ROM also includes the file readme.txt. This contains further important information that only became available after the manual had been printed.
ì Read the additional information contained in the file readme.txt carefully. ì Also note the product information on the Internet at
http://www.siemens.com/gigaset.
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For your safety

Safety precautions

General safety precautions
u Only give the Gigaset M34 USB to third parties with the installation instructions and
CD-ROM.
u All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from
the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol on the product means the product is covered
by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
The correct disposal and separate collection of your old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. It is a pre-
condition for reuse and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.
For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact
your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the prod-
uct.
u Not all of the functions described in this manual are available in all countries.
Installation information
u In the Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems, you must be logged in as
a user with administration rights. Contact your system administrator for details if
necessary.
u Before installing the Gigaset M34 software, read the information under "System
requirements" on page 7 to avoid loss of data.
u During installation, you are prompted to connect the Gigaset M34 USB to a free
USB port on your PC. This starts the Windows operating system's automatic hard-
ware recognition routine and installs the device drivers.
Safety precautions for the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter
u The operation of medical appliances may be affected. u Do not operate the Gigaset M34 USB in bathrooms or shower areas. The
Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter is not splash proof.
u Avoid the immediate proximity of heat sources such as radiators and do not expose
the Gigaset M34 USB to direct sunlight.
u Only use the USB extension cable supplied. u Do not connect or disconnect the Gigaset M34 during a storm. This brings a risk of
electric shock.
u If the Gigaset M34 USB comes into contact with liquid, do not use it.
– Allow the liquid to drain out of the device, and then pat all parts of the device dry.
– Store the Gigaset M34 USB in a warm, dry place for at least 72 hours. In many
cases, you will then be able to use it again.
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For your safety
The radio transmission between the base station and the portable parts is to DECT standard. The Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter meets the appropriate European specifica­tions. Should there nevertheless be any picture and sound interference with satellite receivers, please consult your retailer to have your satellite receiver equipment tested for poor shielding.
Safety precautions for data transfer and software problems
When using Gigaset base stations to transfer data (e.g. surfing), software problems on the PC (e.g. operating system crash, program bugs) may in rare cases make it impossible to terminate the data connection for the Gigaset M34 software using the Gigaset base station.
u Check whether your base station shows that the connection has been terminated
(see the base station's operating instructions). Otherwise, the connection will con-
tinue to incur charges.
u Reboot your PC. u Remove the ISDN cable from the Gigaset base station for at least 20 seconds.
This will definitely close down the connection.
If you have an ISDN base station: Protection against diallers, DSL connection
The installation of the Gigaset M34 software includes installation of ISDN drivers, which your PC can use to make dial-up connections (e.g. for making calls, faxing or surfing). These ISDN connections can run in parallel to a DSL connection.
u Note that so-called diallers can use an available ISDN connection unnoticed, if you
are using exclusively your DSL connection for your Internet activities.
u Install a dialler blocker to protect your PC against unwanted dial-up connections.

Trademarks

Windows 2000, Windows XP, Outlook, Windows Media Player and Windows Explorer are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Skype is a registered trademark of Skype Technologies SA. SIPPS is a registered trademark of Nero AG Karlsbad Germany.
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Installing the software and device drivers

Installing the software and device drivers
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The Setup Wizard for the Gigaset M34 software guides you through the installation of all the associated software components. The number and kinds of installation steps depend on the features of your base station and the devices and functions you want to use with your base station.
Normally, the following steps are necessary to successfully install the Gigaset M34 software:
1. Prepare base station for use, see "Preparing the base station" on page 9.
2. Insert Gigaset M34 CD and run the Setup Wizard, see "Installing the Gigaset M34
software" on page 10.
3. Reboot the PC.
4. Connect the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter to the PC.
5. Set up further components as required. After successful installation, you can start the Gigaset M34 software and configure it to
your own requirements.
Do not plug in the unit until the software has been successfully installed and when prompted to by the Setup Wizard.

System requirements

In order to be able to use the full range of functions, the following minimum require­ments must be met for installation of the Gigaset M34 USB and software:

Gigaset products

Base station and handset
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During installation, select your base station. The software is installed based on the set base station.
ì The table below provides information about which functions you can use with your
base station.
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Installing the software and device drivers
Base stations Internet access (IP) Internet telephony
and PC control
Maximum number of handsets
C340/345 –+6 C350/355 –+6 E450/455 –+6 S440/445 –+6 S450/455 –+6 S645 –+6 SL440 –+6 SL550/555 –+6 CX340/345isdn + + 1+4** CX100/150isdn +–6 SX100/150isdn +–6 SX203/253isdn +–8 SX205/255isdn +–8 SX303/353isdn +–8 SX440/445isdn + + 1+4** SX450/455isdn + + 1+4** SLX740isdn +–8 4170/75isdn*+ 8 3070/75isdn*+ 8
* For these base stations, you must carry out a firmware update to Gigaset SX205/255 during the installation.
** One Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter and a maximum of 4 handsets can be registered on these base stations.
u You can also use a type SL1 or S1, SL1 colour, S1 colour, C34, E45, S44, S45, SL55
or SL74 handset with one of the above base stations.
u The base station is ready for use.
For details, refer to the operating instructions for your base station.
Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter
u The Gigaset M34 USB should not be connected to the PC before installation.

Minimum PC requirements

Hardware
u IBM AT-compatible Pentium III with 500 MHz processor speed u 128 MB RAM main memory u 20 MB free hard disk memory u 1 free USB port u 1CD-ROM drive or 1 DVD drive
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Installing the software and device drivers
Software
u Operating system
Windows 2000 (Service pack 4) or Windows XP.
Have the installation CD for your Windows operating system to hand. During the
installation of the Gigaset M34 software, the Setup Wizard checks the configuration
of your operating system. You may be prompted to install certain additional
Windows components.
u User rights
It is necessary that you are logged in as a user with administration rights. Contact
your system administrator for details if necessary.
u Dialler blocker
If necessary, uninstall any existing dialler blocker to prevent possible problems when
installing the USB drivers.

Pack contents

u 1 Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter u 1 USB extension cable u 1 CD-ROM containing software and comprehensive operating instructions u 1 set of installation instructions

Preparing the base station

ì Read the operating instructions for your base station. ì Connect your base station.
– Connect your base station to your phone line or PABX using the telephone cable.
– Connect the base station to the power supply using the mains adapter. Your base station is now ready for use.
Now that your base station is ready for use, you can make external calls and also take incoming calls. It is not necessary to install the Gigaset M34 software to do this.
ì You can check that your base station is working properly by dialling an
external telephone number.
ì If you cannot make the call, check your phone line or the settings for
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your PABX. You will find a detailed description in the operating instructions for
your phone line or PABX. Gigaset SX2xxisdn To make calls, you also need to register a handset on the base station.
You will find a detailed description of the registration procedure in the handset's operating instructions.
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Installing the software and device drivers

Installing the Gigaset M34 software

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When the software has been installed successfully please do not plug in the device until the Setup Wizard prompts you to do so.
ì Read the information under "System requirements" on page 7, before starting to
install the Gigaset M34 software.
ì Close all the programs running on your PC. This also includes those programs
(e. g. antivirus software), whose activity is only indicated by an icon in the status area of the taskbar (next to the clock).

Starting the Setup Wizard

ì Insert the Gigaset M34 CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive.
The Setup Wizard for the Gigaset M34 software is started automatically.
If the Setup Wizard for the Gigaset M34 software does not start automat­ically:
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ì Open Windows Explorer. ì Select the CD-ROM drive. ì Double click start.exe.
The Setup Wizard guides you through the installation.
ì Select the language in which you want to install the Gigaset M34 software. ì Click on Next. ì Select your base station.
The name of your base station can be found on the unit itself, e. g. S440isdn.
The subsequent installation steps depend on the functionality of the base station.
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Options not supported by the selected base station are hidden during the course of the installation procedure.
For the full range of functions available on your base station, refer to the table "Base stations" on page 8.
ì Click on Continue.
The main menu for the installation software is opened.
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ì Click on one of the following options if you want to read additional information
about installing the software.
Readme files Up to date additional information about installation
and the software.
Operating instructions The operating instructions for the Gigaset M34 USB
and software. The operating instructions are in PDF format and can be viewed on your PC or printed out. To do this, you will need the free Acrobat Reader soft­ware. This can be found in the Service & Support area of the CD-ROM supplied. As well as the operating instructions in PDF format, the software also provides an online help, which you can call up directly from within the program.
Service & Support This area contains Internet links to the web pages
for Siemens Home and Office Communication Devices GmbH & Co. KG. You can also install the Acrobat Reader program to view the operating instructions.
Uninstall all components This is used to remove the entire Gigaset M34 soft-
ware, including all components, from your PC.
Or
ì Click on Install software to start the installation of the Gigaset M34 software.
You will find a detailed description of the installation steps in the next chapter.

Installing the software

Installation involves various steps in which you can select a number of options. After each step confirm your selection with Next to continue the installation procedure. Use Back to return to your previous selection.
You will find detailed information about installing, configuring and operating Skype and SIPPS in the operating instructions for these software packages. You will find these ope­rating instructions in PDF format in the gigaset-m34-software\manuals directory on the CD you were given when you bought the M34 USB adapter.
When you select the Install software option, the InstallShield Wizard for the Gigaset M34 software starts up. This installation wizard guides you through the individual steps of the installation procedure.
ì Click on Continue to start the installation.
The directory in which the software is to be installed is shown.
ì Select the folder where the selected software components are to be installed:
– Click Continue to confirm the default installation directory. Or
– Click Browse to choose your own installation directory.
ì Click on Install.
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Installing the software and device drivers
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If a dialog box appears during installation informing you about a missing signature, click Yes to continue the installation.
ì After installation of the software components, click on Finish to confirm completion
of the installation procedure. You then need to reboot your PC. You can only set up the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter after rebooting.
ì Click on Yes to reboot the PC.
After restarting, installation is continued automatically. You are prompted to connect the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter to the PC and the driver software is then installed. Later, you should register the Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter on your base station and you can then use the full range of functions of the software.
ì Connect the Gigaset M34 USB to a free USB port on your PC.
ì When you connect the Gigaset M34 USB, hardware recognition is started. This fea-
ture monitors the installation of new device drivers. Depending on the previous con­figuration of your PC, it may be necessary to install several drivers for you Gigaset M34 USB PC adapter. Hardware recognition is started automatically for each driver installation.
–Follow the hardware recognition instructions. – Confirm the preset options with Continue or Finish.
If you cancel hardware recognition, the driver software cannot be correctly installed.
ì Wait until the hardware recognition procedure has completed installation of the
device drivers.
ì In the Setup Wizard, click on Finish to complete the installation. ì Reboot your PC if you are prompted to do so.
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