Gigaset GS170 User manual

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Contents
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Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Gigaset GS170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Start screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Illustration in the user guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Getting to know your device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 13
Configuring the start screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Fingerprint sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
“Do not disturb” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Messages (SMS/MMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Accounts and location detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Network connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Manufacturer's advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Not all functions described in the user guide are available in all countries or from all
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Gigaset GS170
Overview
Gigaset GS170
1Headset connector (3.5 mm jack) 10 Rear camera
2Receiver 11 Flash / torch
3Message LED 12 Fingerprint sensor
4Front camera13 Speaker
5Volume button (top: +, bottom: –)
6On/Off button
7Touchscreen
8Micro-USB socket
9Microphone
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Start screen
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Start screen
Notifications and Status bar
Icons show the arrival of notifications and
various states ( p. 80)
Access to notifications ( p. 20)
Access to quick settings ( p. 16)
Navigation buttons ( p.16)
Favourites bar
Access to the App menu and frequently
used apps ( p. 18)
Start screen display
Number of start screens / position of the
current start screen ( p. 20)
Area for apps and widgets
They can be placed anywhere ( p. 18)
Google search ( p.15)

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Illustration in the user guide
Illustration in the user guide
Icons
Procedures
Example: Change the time for transitioning to the idle status
¤Settings Device – Display Sleep Select time
Warnings, the non-adherence to which can result in damage to devices or personal
injury.
Important information regarding function and appropriate handling or functions
that could generate costs.
Prerequisite for carrying out the following action.
Additional helpful information.
Step Follow this procedure
¤Tap the icon in the middle of the Favourites bar. The App menu
opens.
Note: You can skip this step if the app you want to open is on a
start screen.
¤Settings Tap the Settings app. The Settings menu opens.
¤Device – Display In the Device area, tap Display.
¤Sleep Tap Sleep.
¤Select time Tap the required time
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Safety precautions
General information
•For your own safety, only use original, approved accessories from Gigaset for your mobile phone. Using
incompatible accessories can damage the mobile phone and entail hazardous situations. Original acces-
sories can be purchased from Gigaset Customer Service (see Customer service p. 77).
•The mobile phone is not waterproof. The device or its accessories must therefore not be kept or charged
in damp environments (in bathrooms, shower rooms or kitchens, for example). Rain, moisture or any liquid
can contain minerals which can cause the electrical circuitry to corrode. There is a risk of electric shock, fire
or damage when the device is being charged.
•Permitted temperature range for charging and operation: 0-40°C.
High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and damage the battery; plastic parts can
deform or melt. Using or keeping the mobile phone in refrigerated areas can result in condensation on the
inside of the telephone which will destroy the electronic circuitry.
•The mobile phone must not be used or kept in dusty or dirty places. Dust can be a reason for the mobile
phone to malfunction.
•Switch off your mobile phone when in potentially explosive areas and observe all warning signs. Poten-
tially explosive areas also include places where switching off vehicle engines is normally recommended. It
is at these kinds of places that flying sparks can be the cause of explosions or fires with resulting injuries,
and there may be a risk to life.
These areas include petrol stations, chemical factories, transport and storage systems for hazardous chem-
icals, spaces under ship decks, areas in which the air contains chemical substances or fine particles (such
as dust or metal powder particles).
•Short-circuiting, disassembling and modifying the mobile phone are not permitted because they present
a risk of injury, electric shock, fire or damage to the charger.
•The USB connection must be established with USB version 2.0 or higher.
Battery and charging
•Never burn or heat batteries, and do not dispose of them in environments which are at risk of heat or fire
to preventbattery fluid escaping, overheating,explosion and fire. Do not disassemble, weld and/or modify
the battery. Do not keep the battery where it is exposed to strong mechanical effects.
•Do not use any sharp objects (such as screwdrivers) to touch or pierce the battery. There is a risk that bat-
tery fluid will escape or the battery will overheat, explode or catch fire and burn. Crushing, heating and
burning batteries are strictly prohibited.
•The battery electrolyte coming into contact with eyes can cause a loss of eyesight. If electrolyte does enter
an eye, please do not rub the eye with a hand. Immediately wash the affected eye thoroughly with clear
water and consult a doctor. The electrolyte coming into contact with skin (or clothing) presents a risk of
skin burns. Immediately wash the skin or clothing thoroughly with soap and clear water, and consult a
doctor if required.
•Never use batteries for purposes other than those specified. Never use a damaged battery. If the battery
becomes hot, discolours, deforms or becomes leaky whilst being used, charged or kept in a safe place, it
must be replaced immediately by a new battery for safety reasons.
•The battery temperature rises during the charging process. Do not keep the battery together with ignita-
ble products in the same drawer as this poses a risk of fire.
•Do not charge the battery for longer than 12 hours.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to comply presents a risk of injury and damage to
a device, as well as breaches of applicable laws.
Please explain the contents of this document as well as the potential risks associated with using
this device to your children.
Only use batteries approved and certified by Gigaset. Original accessories are available from Cus-
tomer Service at Gigaset.
Not replacing the battery properly can pose a risk of explosion.
Dispose of used batteries in line with the instructions (Chapter Waste and environmental protection
p. 78).

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Safety precautions
•Only charge the device indoors. Whilst the phone is charging, do not use the phone for calls or dial any
numbers.
•The socket must be easily accessible during the charging process.
•Electrical storms pose a risk of electric shocks.
•Do not use the charger when the power cable is damaged or no battery is inserted in the mobile phone
because this poses a risk of electric shock and fire.
Headset
•If you wear headphones whilst out walking or running, please ensure that the cord does not wrap itself
around your body or objects on your person.
•Only wear headphones in dry environments. The static electricity which builds up on the headphones can
discharge via your ears as an electric shock. The static electricity can discharge if you touch the head-
phones with your hand or touch bare metal before connecting with the mobile phone.
Use in hospitals / medical devices
•The function of medical equipment near your product can be impaired. Bear in mind the technical condi-
tions of the environment in question (such as in doctors’ surgery).
•If you use a medical device such as a pacemaker, please consult the manufacturer of the product before
using your mobile phone. You will be provided information on the sensitivity of the device to external,
high-frequency energy sources.
•Heart pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators:
When you switch on your mobile phone, ensure that the distance between the phone and an implant is at
least 152 mm. To reduce potential interference, use the mobile phone on the opposite side to the implant.
Please switch the mobile phone off immediately if interference occurs. Do not keep the mobile phone in
a shirt pocket.
•Hearing aids, cochlear implants:
Some digital wireless devices can interfere with hearing aids and cochlear implants. Please consult the
manufacturers of these products if interference occurs.
•Other medical devices:
If you and the people around you use other medical devices, please contact the relevant manufacturer for
information on whether such devices are protected from radio frequency signals in the environment. You
can also consult your doctor about this.
Emergency calls
•Make sure the mobile phone is switched on and connected to the GSM network. Enter the emergency
number as required and speak.
•Tell the person at the emergency call centre your location.
•Do not end the conversation until the person at the emergency call centre asks you to.
Children and pets
•Keep the mobile phone, batteries, chargers and accessories out of the reach of children and pets. Children
and/or pets can swallow the small parts, posing a risk of suffocation and other hazards. A child may only
use the mobile phone under the supervision of an adult.
Playing games
•Playing games on the mobile phone for long periods may mean assuming an unhealthy body posture.
Take a 15 minute break every hour. Stop immediately if you feel unwell during game play. Consult a doctor
straight away if your condition persists.
Aeroplanes, vehicles and road safety
•Switch off your mobile phone in aeroplanes
Please observe applicable restrictions and regulations.
Wireless devices can interfere with the function of aeronautical equipment. Follow the instructions issued
by flight personnel when using your mobile phone.
High volumes can impair hearing. Listening to music or conversation with headphones set to a
loud volume can be unpleasant and permanently impair hearing.
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•The absolute priority for every vehicle driver and everyone in a vehicle is safety on the roads and for road
users.
Using a mobile phone whilst driving can be distracting and therefore lead to dangerous situations. You
can also be violating applicable laws.
SIM card, memory card and data connector cable
•Do not remove the card from the mobile phone whilst data is being sent or received as this presents a risk
of data loss and damage to the mobile phone or memory card.
•Charges might apply when establishing Internet connections via the SIM card.
Defective devices
•The installation and repair of products are the sole preserves of qualified maintenance personnel.
•Dispose of faulty devices or have them repaired by our Customer Service team. These devices could inter-
fere with other wireless services.
•Careless handling of the mobile phone, such as dropping it, can shatter the display and damage the elec-
tronic circuitry and sensitive parts inside.
•Do not use the device if the display is cracked or shattered. Fragments of glass or plastic can injure hands
and face.
•In the event of malfunction of your mobile phone, battery or accessories, please contact a Gigaset Service
Centre for an inspection.
Other important information
•Never point the flash light directly at the eyes of people or animals. Pointing a flash light too near to human
eyes poses a risk of temporary loss of eyesight or impairment of vision.
•The device can heat up when running power-intensive apps or programs for longer periods. This is normal
and has no bearing on the performance of the device.
•When the device warms up, please put it aside for a while and stop the program you were running. Coming
into contact with a hot device can cause minor skin irritations such as redness.
•Do not apply lacquer to the mobile phone. Lacquer and paint can damage the parts of the mobile phone
and may cause malfunction.

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Getting started
Getting started
Contents of the package
•A Gigaset GS170 smartphone
•A battery
•A charger cable with power adapter
Getting started
Opening the device
¤Place your fingernail under the cover at one of the
bottom corners and pull the cover up.
Inserting SIM and SD cards
¤Insert a Micro-SIM card into the SIM card slot and
push it backwards.
The Gigaset GS170 is a dual SIM smartphone: Insert a
second SIM card into the card slot as required.
Inserting an SD card (optional)
To store personal data, photos, videos and music, you
can insert a MicroSD card into the smartphone.
¤Insert a MicroSD card into the SD slot and push it
backwards.
Inserting the battery
¤Insert the battery into the device with the connector
contacts facing forwards Insert the battery
downwards into the battery compartment.
Removing the battery:
¤To change the battery, place your fingernail into the
recess on the right of the battery compartment
and pull the battery up.
The device detects SD cards with a storage capacity of 32 GB. Higher capacity cards
(to 128 GB) can be used if formatted on the GS170 (not from a PC).
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Closing the cover
¤Align the cover with the side tabs on the slots on the inside of the casing.
¤Press the cover until it clicks into place.
Charging the battery
¤Plug the Micro-USB connector of the charger cable
provided into the Micro-USB socket of the
smartphone
¤Connect the power adapter to the USB connector of
the charger cable and connect it to the power source.
The Message LED lights red during the charging process
(p. 3). The device is charged once the Message LED
lights green and the charge icon in the Status bar is
filled completely.
Switching on the device
¤Keep the On/Off button pressed until the device vibrates.
When you are requested to unlock the SIM card,
¤use the keypad to enter the PIN of the SIM card
When switching on the device for the first time, a wizard starts which guides you through the
initial configuration.
Wizard for configuring the device
When you switch on your phone for the first time, you are automatically guided through the
most important configuration steps.
Selecting the language
The set language is displayed.
¤Select another language as required tap
So your phone does not discharge during set-up, keeping it connected to the power
is recommended until set-up is complete.
<Back: Check and change as required settings already configured.
Next > Apply the setting on the screen and jump to the next screen.
Skip Configure the setting later.