Comfortable to use and with large display
The Gigaset DL500A is operated via a generous 5-way navigation key. The user controls comfortably and intuitively through the logically structured menu with clearly understandable icons. The display is done on a high-quality, 8.9 cm (3.5 inch, 320 x 240 pixels) large TFT-color display in excellent color quality and sharpness. Thanks to the ergonomic design, the Gigaset DL500A handset is perfectly in the hand even during long telephone calls. In night mode, the display automatically switches off the lighting at a freely selectable time. A digital clock is available as a screen saver, or an individual image can be uploaded. In addition, the display serves as a digital picture frame with slide show function on request.
Systematic contact and call management
Up to 500 contacts can be found in the directory: It stores the addresses in vCards with seven fields each for name, first name, three telephone numbers, e-mail address and birthday. Each caller can assign a picture as Picture-CLIP and an individual ring tone. In addition, special VIP entries with their own ring melodies and pictures are also possible. The display shows the number (CNIP) or the picture (CLIP) of a caller. The Gigaset Quick-Sync software allows the user to conveniently synchronize addresses with the PC or Mac. The exchange of vCards with mobile phones is possible via Bluetooth. Connected to the computer via Ethernet port, the Gigaset DL500A also offers direct dialing from Microsoft Outlook (CTI), for example. The Internet connection allows online access to telephone and branch books as well as backward search from a number shown in the display to the name and address of the caller – even if these are not stored in the own telephone address book. Six freely programmable function keys are available for quick selection of frequently used functions or telephone numbers. The last 30 missed calls are displayed with their CLIP information and the time of the call. The answering machine records messages with a total length of up to 55 minutes and stores them even in the event of a power failure. Individual announcement and announcement texts can be set, the users can switch between note and answering machine functions via a timer.
Brilliant sounds
The Gigaset DL500A offers the highest sound quality without disturbing background noises even when telephoning hands-free. A Full duplex hands-free system and a large sound reflex box placed in the base spoil with a rich, natural tone. Headsets can be connected via Bluetooth or cable. 16 polyphonic sounds, ten standard sounds and the possibility to load individual real sounds open up a perfect spectrum of sounds for professional and private environments.
Flexible and well connected
Up to six cordless handsets can be registered to the Gigaset DL500A. In addition, two parallel usable Bluetooth connections are available, through which a Bluetooth headset and up to 5 mobile phones or PCs can be integrated. The new "Link2mobile" function allows incoming calls to be received from the mobile network or calls To be made via the mobile network directly from the Gigaset DL500A or the registered DECT handsets. If the phone is connected to the Internet via the Ethernet port, it displays additional online services, such as RSS feeds, weather forecasts, or an e-Bay observer – and even informs about e-mails received: In the incoming mail list, the messages with the sender, date of receipt and time as well as the subject and the message text (shortened if necessary) are displayed on the DL500A and on the handsets. Software updates are also automatically deployed over the Internet.
High quality and environmental standards
Gigaset Communications manufactures according to high quality and environmental standards in Germany. This includes efficient production processes and the use of recyclable materials as well as low power consumption and low-radiation technology of the devices. The Gigaset DL500A has been equipped with the latest ECO DECT technology. This means that if compatible Gigaset cordless handsets are registered, the phone transmits with activated ECO mode with a transmission power reduced by 80 percent. When not on the phone, the device is completely radiation-free thanks to ECO mode plus. If no DECT handsets are registered, the radio part is automatically deactivated.
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