Auto Provision Gigaset DECT System with Yeastar P-Series PBX System

A DECT system consists of two parts, DECT base station and DECT handsets (namely DECT phones). This topic describes how to provision the Gigaset DECT base station with Yeastar P-Series PBX System, so that the Gigaset DECT handsets can be connected to the PBX via the base station, allowing users to utilize the handsets as PBX extensions to make and receive calls.

Requirements

The firmwares of Gigaset DECT base station and Yeastar PBX meet the following requirements.

Model Phone Requirement PBX Requirement Supported Auto Provisioning Method
N870 IP PRO 2.38.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
N870 VI PRO 2.38.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
N670 IP PRO 2.38.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
N610 IP PRO 2.52.0 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
Maxwell Basic PRO 3.18.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
Maxwell 2 PRO 3.18.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
Maxwell 3 PRO 3.18.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS
Maxwell 4 PRO 3.18.1 or later

37.3.0.42 or later

  • PnP
  • DHCP
  • RPS

The device model and firmware version of the Gigaset DECT system used in this example are shown in the table below.

Device Model Firmware Version
Gigaset DECT base station
N870 IP PRO v2.38.1
Gigaset DECT handset
S650H PRO v114.074.04
SL750H PRO v116.074.04

Scenarios

The provisioning method and operations vary depending on the network environment of Gigaset DECT system and Yeastar PBX, as the following table shows.

Scenario Description
DECT system and PBX are in the SAME subnet (LAN) In this scenario, you can provision the Gigaset DECT system with Yeastar PBX via PnP method.

For more information, see Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in the same subnet (PnP).

DECT system and PBX are in DIFFERENT subnets (LAN) In this scenario, you can provision the Gigaset DECT system with Yeastar PBX via DHCP method.

For more information, see Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in different subnets (DHCP).

DECT system and PBX are in DIFFERENT networks In this scenario, you can provision the Gigaset DECT system with Yeastar PBX via RPS method.

For more information, see Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in remote network (RPS).

Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in the same subnet (PnP)

In this example, the Gigaset DECT system (base station and handset) and the Yeastar PBX (IP: 192.168.28.39) are deployed in subnet 28.

Note: This example uses the PBX's built-in DHCP server to assign an IP address to the DECT base station. If there is already a third-party DHCP server running in the subnet, you can use the existing DHCP server for the IP address assignment.

Prerequisites
  • Make sure that there is only one DHCP server running in the subnet, or the DECT base station would fail to obtain an IP address.
  • Make sure that you have downloaded the template for the desired phone model (Path: Auto Provisioning > Resource Repository > Default Templates).
Procedure
Step 1. Set the PBX as a DHCP Server
Configure the built-in DHCP server in the PBX, so that the PBX can act as a DHCP server to assign an IP address to the DECT base station.
  1. Log in to PBX web portal, go to System > Network, click DHCP Server tab.
  2. Turn on the DHCP Server, and complete the following network configurations.
    • Gateway: Specify the IP address of the default gateway for the DHCP server.
    • Subnet Mask: Specify the subnet mask used to subdivide your IP address.
    • Preferred DNS Server: Specify a DNS server for the DHCP server.
    • Alternative DNS Server: Optional. Specify a secondary DNS server for the DHCP server.
    • DHCP Address Range: Specify the IP address range that will be allocated to DHCP clients.
    • NTP Server: Enter the IP address of an NTP server.
      Note: The default value is the IP address of the PBX, which can synchronize the network time of the client devices with the PBX.
  3. Click Save.

    The Status field displays Running, indicating the DHCP server is running.

Step 2. Enable dynamic IP setting for Gigaset DECT base station
On the DECT base station, use the device button to change the device role, so that the base station can obtain an IP address from a DHCP server in the subnet.
  1. Press and hold the device button for at least 10 seconds until both LEDs turn off, then release the button.

    The device is now in programming mode.

  2. Short press the device button until both LEDs become blue, then release the button.

    The device role is switched to Integrator/DECT Manager with dynamic IP setting enabled.

  3. Press and hold the device button until both LEDs turn red, then release the button.

    The base station is reset, and it takes several minutes for the device to boot up with the selected device role; After booted up, the device gets an IP address from the DHCP server.

Step 3. Configure Gigaset DECT base station on PBX
On PBX web portal, configure the provisioning settings for the DECT base station, and assign extensions to the DECT handsets.
  1. Log in to PBX web portal, go to Auto Provisioning > Phones.

    The DECT base station detected by the PBX via PnP is displayed in the phone list.

  2. Click to edit the DECT base station.

  3. In the Assign Extension section, assign extensions for the DECT handsets.
    • To assign extensions one by one, select the checkbox of corresponding handset, then select the desired extension in the Extension drop-down list.

    • To assign extensions in bulk, set the extension range in the Start Extension and End Extension drop-down lists, then click Assign Extension.

    In this example, assign extension 1000 to Handset 1 and extension 3000 to Handset 2.

    Note: If your desired extension is not listed in the drop-down list, it indicates that the extension has been associated with an IP phone or gateway.
  4. Optional: Configure other settings according to your needs.

  5. Click Save.
  6. In the phone list, click beside the Gigaset DECT base station to reprovision the device.

    The DECT base station automatically downloads the configurations from the PBX and applies the settings.
    Tip: You can click in front of the DECT base station to see the extensions assigned to the DECT handsets.

Step 4. Register the Gigaset DECT handsets to DECT base station

Enable the registration mode of DECT base station and confirm the registration on DECT handsets, so that the Gigaset DECT handsets can be registered to the DECT base station.

  1. Log in to the web interface of DECT base station.

    1. In the browser's address bar, enter the IP address of the base station.
    2. Enter the username admin and the default password admin.
    3. Click Login.
  2. Change the default password, select a radio frequency band, then click Set.
    Note: For the DECT radio band, select the radio frequency band used in your region.

    You are redirected to the web interface of the DECT base station.

  3. Under the SETTINGS tab, go to Mobile devices > Administration, click to edit a handset with an extension assigned.

    1. In the RegStatus drop-down list, select To register.

    2. In the Authentication Code (PIN) field, set and note down a PIN code, which will be used on handset later for registration.

      In this example, use the default PIN code 0000.

    3. Scroll down to the bottom, click Register now.

  4. Repeat the above steps to edit other handsets with extensions assigned until all the handsets are in To register status.
  5. Go to Mobile devices > Registration Centre > DECT Managers, complete the following settings.

    1. In the Registration duration section, set how long the DECT base station should stay in registration mode.

      In this example, keep the default value (3 minutes).

    2. In the Registration start time section, enable the registration mode of DECT base station.
      • To start registration right now, click Start now.

      • To schedule a time to start registration, set a time in the time field, then click Set at the bottom of the page.

      In this example, click Start now.

      The with Registrations Window open field displays 1, indicating that the DECT base station is in registration mode at the given time duration.

  6. Confirm registration on DECT handsets.
    1. On the handset, go to Menu > Settings > Registration > Register Handset.

      The DECT handset starts to search for a base station that is in registration mode. When it finds the base station, there is a prompt asking you to enter a system PIN.

    2. Enter the PIN code obtained from the DECT base station, and press OK.
Result
  • The handsets are successfully registered to the DECT base station, and associated with the assigned PBX extensions via the base station.
    • On the web interface of DECT base station, you can check the registration status of the handsets on SETTINGS > Mobile devices > Administration.

    • On PBX web portal, you can check the registration status of the extensions on Auto Provisioning > Phones.

  • The registered DECT handsets can be used as extensions to make and receive calls.

Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in different subnets (DHCP)

In this example, the DECT system (base station and handset) and a DHCP server are deployed in subnet 28, while the Yeastar PBX (IP: 192.168.20.58) is deployed in subnet 20.

Prerequisites
  • Make sure that there is only one DHCP server running in the subnet where the DECT system is deployed, or the base station would fail to obtain an IP address.
  • Make sure that the DECT system and PBX can communicate with each other over the subnets.
  • Make sure that you have downloaded the template for the desired phone model (Path: Auto Provisioning > Resource Repository > Default Templates).
  • Gather information of the DECT base station, including Vendor, Model, and MAC address.
Procedure
Step 1. Enable Remote Registration feature for extensions on PBX
Enable the Remote Registration feature for the extension to be assigned to DECT handsets, so that the extension can be registered in a different subnet.
  1. Log in to PBX web portal, go to Extension and Trunk > Extension, edit the desired extension.
  2. Click Security tab, select the checkbox of Allow Remote Registration in the SIP Security section.

  3. Click Save and Apply.
Step 2. Add the Gigaset DECT base station on PBX
Add the DECT base station on PBX. The PBX will generate a configuration file based on the device's MAC address.
  1. On PBX web portal, go to Auto Provisioning > Phones.
  2. Click Add > Add.
  3. In the IP Phone section, enter the following information.

    • Vendor: Select Gigaset.
    • Model: Select the device model. In this example, select Gigaset N870 IP PRO.
    • MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the DECT base station.
  4. In the Options section, configure the following settings.

    • Template: Select a desired template from the drop-down list.
      Note: You can select the default template corresponding to the phone model, or customize your own template. For more information, see Create a Custom Auto Provisioning Template.
    • Provisioning Method: Select DHCP (In the Office).

      A provisioning link is automatically generated and displayed in the Provisioning Link field. This provisioning link points to the location where the phone's configuration file is stored.

  5. In the Assign Extension section, assign extensions for the DECT handsets.
    • To assign extensions one by one, select the checkbox of corresponding handset, then select the desired extension in the Extension drop-down list.

    • To assign extensions in bulk, set the extension range in the Start Extension and End Extension drop-down lists, then click Assign Extension.

    In this example, assign extension 1000 to Handset 1 and extension 3000 to Handset 2.

    Note: If your desired extension is not listed in the drop-down list, it indicates that the extension has been associated with an IP phone or gateway.
  6. Click Save.
    The DECT base station is added to the PBX, and displayed in the Auto Provisioning phone list.
    Tip: You can click in front of the DECT base station to see the extensions assigned to the DECT handsets.

Step 3. Configure DHCP option 66 on DHCP server
Use the generated provisioning link to configure option 66 on the DHCP server in the subnet where the DECT system is deployed.
  1. On PBX web portal, copy the provisioning link from the device's detail page.

  2. On the DHCP server, set up option 66 with the provisioning link.

    In this example, the configuration on a router's DHCP server is shown below.

Step 4. Enable dynamic IP setting for Gigaset DECT base station
On the DECT base station, use the device button to change the device role, so that the base station can obtain an IP address from a DHCP server in the subnet.
  1. Press and hold the device button for at least 10 seconds until both LEDs turn off, then release the button.

    The device is now in programming mode.

  2. Short press the device button until both LEDs become blue, then release the button.

    The device role is switched to Integrator/DECT Manager with dynamic IP setting enabled.

  3. Press and hold the device button until both LEDs turn read, then release the button.

    The base station is reset, and it takes several minutes for the device to boot up with the selected device role; After booted up, the device gets an IP address from the DHCP server, and automatically downloads configurations from the PBX.

Step 5. Register the Gigaset DECT handsets to DECT base station

Enable the registration mode of DECT base station and confirm the registration on DECT handsets, so that the Gigaset DECT handsets can be registered to the DECT base station.

  1. Log in to the web interface of DECT base station.

    1. In the browser's address bar, enter the IP address of the base station.
    2. Enter the username admin and the default password admin.
    3. Click Login.
  2. Change the default password, select a radio frequency band, then click Set.
    Note: For the DECT radio band, select the radio frequency band used in your region.

    You are redirected to the web interface of the DECT base station.

  3. Under the SETTINGS tab, go to Mobile devices > Administration, click to edit a handset with an extension assigned.
    1. In the RegStatus drop-down list, select To register.

    2. In the Authentication Code (PIN) field, set and note down a PIN code, which will be used on handset later for registration.

      In this example, use the default PIN code 0000.

    3. Scroll down to the bottom, click Register now.

  4. Repeat the above steps to edit other handsets with extensions assigned until all the handsets are in To register status.
  5. Go to Mobile devices > Registration Centre > DECT Managers, complete the following settings.

    1. In the Registration duration section, set how long the DECT base station should stay in registration mode.

      In this example, keep the default value (3 minutes).

    2. In the Registration start time section, enable the registration mode of DECT base station.
      • To start registration right now, click Start now.

      • To schedule a time to start registration, set a time in the time field, then click Set at the bottom of the page.

      In this example, click Start now.

      The with Registrations Window open field displays 1, indicating that the DECT base station is in registration mode at the given time duration.

  6. Confirm registration on DECT handset.
    1. On the handset, go to Menu > Settings > Registration > Register Handset.

      The DECT handset starts to search for a base station that is in registration mode. When it finds the base station, there is a prompt asking you to enter a system PIN.

    2. Enter the PIN code obtained from the base station, and press OK.
Result
  • The handsets are successfully registered to the DECT base station, and associated with the assigned PBX extensions via the base station.
    • On the web interface of DECT base station, you can check the registration status of the handsets on SETTINGS > Mobile devices > Administration.

    • On PBX web portal, you can check the registration status of the extensions on Auto Provisioning > Phones.

  • The registered DECT handsets can be used as extensions to make and receive calls.

Auto provision Gigaset DECT system in remote network (RPS)

In this example, the Gigaset DECT system (base station and handset) and a DHCP server are deployed in Network A, and the Yeastar PBX is deployed in Network B.

Prerequisites
Yeastar P-Series PBX System supports to auto provision Gigaset DECT system remotely either using Yeastar FQDN or using Public IP address / External Host domain name. According to the provisioning method you intend to use, make sure that you have completed the corresponding setup shown below.
Method Setting
Using Yeastar FQDN
  • Subscribe to Enterprise Plan or Ultimate Plan for the PBX.
  • Grant remote access permission for the extension to be registered and the DECT base station:
  • Make sure that there is only one DHCP server running in the subnet where the Gigaset DECT system (base station and handset) is deployed, or the base station would fail to obtain an IP address.
  • Make sure that you have downloaded the template for the desired phone model (Path: Auto Provisioning > Resource Repository > Default Templates).
  • Gather information of DECT base station, including Vendor, Model, and MAC address.
Using Public IP address / External Host domain name
  • Configure PBX network for remote access by a public IP address or by an external host domain name.
    Important: The following PBX ports MUST be forwarded for RPS provisioning.
    • RTP ports
    • SIP port
    • Web Server port
  • Set up the extension for remote registration.
    • Enable NAT for the extension (Path: Extension and Trunk > Extension > > Advanced > VoIP Settings > NAT).

    • Enable Remote Registration feature for the extension (Path: Extension and Trunk > Extension > > Security > SIP Security > Allow Remote Registration).

  • Make sure that there is only one DHCP server running in the subnet where the Gigaset DECT system (base station and handset) is deployed, or the base station would fail to obtain an IP address.
  • Make sure that you have downloaded the template for the desired phone model (Path: Auto Provisioning > Resource Repository > Default Templates).
  • Gather information of DECT base station, including Vendor, Model, and MAC address.
Procedure
Step 1. Add the Gigaset DECT base station on PBX
Add the DECT base station on PBX. The PBX will generate a configuration file based on the device's MAC address.
  1. On PBX web portal, go to Auto Provisioning > Phones.
  2. Click Add > Add.
  3. In the IP Phone section, enter the following information.

    • Vendor: Select Gigaset.
    • Model: Select the device model. In this example, select Gigaset N870 IP PRO.
    • MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the DECT base station.
  4. In the Options section, configure the following settings.
    Figure 1. RPS using Yeastar FQDN
    Figure 2. RPS using Public IP Address / External Host domain name
    • Template: Select a desired template from the drop-down list.
      Note: You can select the default template corresponding to the phone model, or customize your own template. For more information, see Create a Custom Auto Provisioning Template.
    • Provisioning Method: Select RPS FQDN (Remote) or RPS (Remote) according to your need.

      A provisioning link is automatically generated and displayed in the Provisioning Link field. This provisioning link points to the location where the phone's configuration file is stored.

  5. In the Assign Extension section, assign extensions for the DECT handsets.
    • To assign extensions one by one, select the checkbox of corresponding handset, then select the desired extension in the Extension drop-down list.

    • To assign extensions in bulk, set the extension range in the Start Extension and End Extension drop-down lists, then click Assign Extension.

    In this example, assign extension 1000 to Handset 1 and extension 3000 to Handset 2.

    Note: If your desired extension is not listed in the drop-down list, it indicates that the extension has been associated with an IP phone or gateway.
  6. Click Save.

    The DECT base station is added to the PBX, and displayed in the Auto Provisioning phone list; The PBX will send an event notification of RPS Request Success.

    Tip: You can click in front of the DECT base station to see the extensions assigned to the DECT handsets.

Step 2. Enable dynamic IP setting for Gigaset DECT base station
On the DECT base station, use the device button to change the device role, so that the base station can obtain an IP address from a DHCP server in the subnet.
  1. Press and hold the device button for at least 10 seconds until both LEDs turn off, then release the button.

    The device is now in programming mode.

  2. Short press the device button until both LEDs become blue, then release the button.

    The device role is switched to Integrator/DECT Manager with dynamic IP setting enabled.

  3. Press and hold the device button until both LEDs turn read, then release the button.

    The base station is reset, and it takes several minutes for the device to boot up with the selected device role; After booted up, the device gets an IP address from the DHCP server, and automatically downloads configurations from the PBX.

Step 3. Register the Gigaset DECT handsets to DECT base station

Enable the registration mode of DECT base station and confirm the registration on DECT handsets, so that the Gigaset DECT handsets can be registered to the DECT base station.

  1. Log in to the web interface of DECT base station.

    1. In the browser's address bar, enter the IP address of the base station.
    2. Enter the username admin and the default password admin.
    3. Click Login.
  2. Change the default password, select a radio frequency band, then click Set.
    Note: For the DECT radio band, select the radio frequency band used in your region.

    You are redirected to the web interface of the DECT base station.

  3. Under the SETTINGS tab, go to Mobile devices > Administration, click to edit a handset with an extension assigned.
    1. In the RegStatus drop-down list, select To register.

    2. In the Authentication Code (PIN) field, set and note down a PIN code, which will be used on handset later for registration.

      In this example, use the default PIN code 0000.

    3. Scroll down to the bottom, click Register now.

  4. Repeat the above steps to edit other handsets with extensions assigned until all the handsets are in To register status.
  5. Go to Mobile devices > Registration Centre > DECT Managers, complete the following settings.

    1. In the Registration duration section, set how long the DECT base station should stay in registration mode.

      In this example, keep the default value (3 minutes).

    2. In the Registration start time section, enable the registration mode of DECT base station.
      • To start registration right now, click Start now.

      • To schedule a time to start registration, set a time in the time field, then click Set at the bottom of the page.

      In this example, click Start now.

      The with Registrations Window open field displays 1, indicating that the DECT base station is in registration mode at the given time duration.

  6. Confirm registration on DECT handset.
    1. On the handset, go to Menu > Settings > Registration > Register Handset.

      The DECT handset starts to search for a base station that is in registration mode. When it finds the base station, there is a prompt asking you to enter a system PIN.

    2. Enter the PIN code obtained from the base station, and press OK.
Result
  • The handsets are successfully registered to the DECT base station, and associated with the assigned PBX extensions via the base station.
    • On the web interface of DECT base station, you can check the registration status of the handsets on SETTINGS > Mobile devices > Administration.

    • On PBX web portal, you can check the registration status of the extensions on Auto Provisioning > Phones.

  • The registered DECT handsets can be used as extensions to make and receive calls.