DECT telephone Gigaset DESK 800A Wired handset 200 phonebook entries Black

The Gigaset DESK 800A is a corded DECT landline telephone with a wired handset, integrated answering machine and a large backlit LCD. Designed for home and small office use, it supports a 200-entry phonebook, dual-assignable direct-dial keys, RJ9 headset connection and visual call signaling. The device can be used on a desk or mounted on a wall and is compatible with telephone systems using DTMF or pulse (IWV) dialing.

Advantages

The DESK 800A combines a long-duration answering machine (up to 50 minutes recording) with remote retrieval and protected storage in power failures, a clear three-line backlit display that shows caller name, number and call time, and a 50-entry call list for missed and received calls. It offers seven direct-dial keys (assignable twice for up to 14 numbers), adjustable handset and hands-free volumes, and an RJ9 socket for professional headsets. The phone is hearing-aid compatible (ITU-T P.370) and provides inductive transmission for users with impaired hearing.

Suitable for

• Home landline telephony with answering machine
• Small office desk phone or wall-mounted phone
• Use with professional headsets via RJ9
• Environments requiring visual call signaling or hearing-aid compatibility

Key specifications

• Model: Gigaset DESK 800A (MPN S30350-H225-B101, EAN 4250366869025)
• Handset type: Wired handset
• Phonebook capacity: 200 entries
• Answering machine: up to 50 minutes recording, remote retrieval
• Display: large backlit LCD, 3-line caller info
• Direct-dial keys: 7 keys, assignable twice (up to 14 numbers)
• Call list: last 50 missed/received calls
• Headset connection: RJ9
• Compatibility: DTMF or pulse (IWV) dialing; hearing-aid compatible (ITU-T P.370)
• Colour: Black; Weight: 0.592 kg

How to use

Install the DESK 800A on a desk using the included stand or mount it on the wall following the brief operating manual. Connect the handset and the telephone line with the supplied cables and, if required, plug in the power supply. Use the large LCD and phonebook to identify callers, assign numbers to the direct-dial keys, and select VIP melodies or ring settings. To play or retrieve messages, use the answering machine controls on the base; remote retrieval is available when configured. For hands-free calls, press the speaker key and adjust the 7-level volume; connect an RJ9 headset if private hands-free operation is preferred.

Recommendations

For reliable long-term use, keep the telephone connection and power supply accessible and regularly back up important numbers from the 200-entry phonebook. Use the VIP and silent modes to limit interruptions and the RJ9 headset for clearer hands-free conversations in shared or noisy environments.