KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS Note: Because CONTENTS 4 to 10 are the extracts from the Operating Instructions of this model, they are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the original Operating Instructions for further information. CONTENTS Page Page 1 ABOUT LEAD FREE SOLDER (PbF: Pb free) 9.2.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.5. Base Unit Reference Drawing 26.1. IC201 14.6. Handset Reference Drawing 27 EXPLANATION OF IC TERMINALS (RF PART) 14.7. Frequency Table 27.1. IC701 14.8. How to Clear User Setting 27.2. IC801 15 DESCRIPTION 27.3. IC851 15.1. Frequency 28 HOW TO REPLACE THE FLAT PACKAGE IC 15.2.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 1 ABOUT LEAD FREE SOLDER (PbF: Pb free) Note: In the information below, Pb, the symbol for lead in the periodic table of elements, will refer to standard solder or solder that contains lead. We will use PbF solder when discussing the lead free solder used in our manufacturing process which is made from Tin (Sn), Silver (Ag), and Copper (Cu).
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 1.2. How to Recognize that Pb Free Solder is Used (Example: Handset P.C.B.) Marked IC241 IC801 IC701 IC201 IC851 (Component View) Note: The location of the “PbF” mark is subject to change without notice.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 2 FOR SERVICE TECHNICIANS ICs and LSIs are vulnerable to static electricity. When repairing, the following precautions will help prevent recurring malfunctions. 1. Cover plastic parts boxes with aluminum foil. 2. Ground the soldering irons. 3. Use a conductive mat on worktable.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 4 BATTERY 4.1. Battery Installation 4.2. Battery Charge 4.3. Recharging the Battery Note for service: The battery strength may not be indicated correctly if the battery is disconnected and connected again, even after it is fully charged. In that case, by recharging the battery as mentioned above, you will get a correct indication of the battery strength.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 7.10. Dial Lock For Service Hint: *: If the current password is forgotten, enter “726276642” and you will be able to go to step 4.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 8 OPERATION 8.1. Phonebook 8.1.1. Adding Items to the Phonebook...
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 8.1.2. Calling Someone in the Phonebook Note: *: Refer to Adding Items to the Phonebook (P.21) 8.1.3. Editing Items in the Phonebook Note: *: Refer to Adding Items to the Phonebook (P.21) 8.1.4. Erasing Items in the Phonebook...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 8.2.2.1. Storing Caller Information into the Phonebook 8.2.2.2. Erasing Caller Information 8.3. PAUSE Button (For PBX/Long Distance Service Users)
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 9 ANSWERING SYSTEM The unit contains an answering system which can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone. Important: • • • • Only 1 person can access the answering system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING If the handset display shows error messages, see “Troubleshooting (Handset LCD) (P.12)” for the Cause & Solution. 10.1. General Use Cross Reference: (*1) Battery Installation (P.7) (*2) Connections (P.13) (*3) Battery Charge (P.7) (*4) Re-registering the Handset (P.44)
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 10.6. Answering System Cross Reference: (*11) Remote Code (P.29) (*12) Turning the Answering System On/Off (P.26) (*13) Caller’s Recording Time (P.26) (*14) Listening to Messages Using the Base Unit (P.27) (*15) Message Alert (P.26) (*16) Date and Time (P.15)
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 11 DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 11.1. Base Unit Shown in Fig.- To Remove - Remove - Cabinet Cover Screws (2.6 × 12)..(A) × 4 Main P. C. Board Tapes, Solders and Cable Main P. C. Board Operational P. C. Board Tape Screws (2.6 ×...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 11.2. Handset Shown in Fig.- To Remove - Remove - Cabinet Cover Screws (2 × 14)..(C) × 2 Follow the procedure. Main P. C. Board Tape and Solders Screws (2 × 9).....(D ) × 3 Main P. C. Board...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Cross Reference: Note: Check Power (P.40) (*1) When a user claims that the unit disconnects a call right after the greeting message and no incoming Error Message Table (P.40) messages can be recorded, this symptom can not be Check Playback (P.42)
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.1. Check Power Cross Reference: Note: Power Supply Circuit (P.71) Flash Memory is IC601. Reset Circuit (P.73) DSP is IC501. 13.2. Error Message Table Display Symptom Remedy The initialization was tried, but it could not be done.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.3. Check Record c) How to change the Auto Disconnect activation (time) Some Telephone Company lines (fiber or cable) ON Hook and OFF Hook voltages are lower than conventional lines, which may cause a malfunction of Auto Disconnect detection. To solve this problem, try changing the Auto Disconnect activation through the procedures below.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.6. Check Link Note: Flash Memory is IC601. DSP is IC501. (*1) Refer to Finding out the Defective part (P.44). Cross Reference: Check the RF part (P.44)
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.7. Check the RF part 13.7.1. Finding out the Defective part After All the Checkings or Repairing 1. Re-register the checked Handset to the checked Base Unit, and Regular HS to Regular BU. Note: (*1) HS: Handset (*2) BU: Base Unit 13.7.1.1.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.7.2. RF Check Flowchart Each item (1 ~ 6) of RF Check Flowchart corresponds to Check Table for RF part (P.46). Please refer to the each item.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.7.3. Check Table for RF part Item BU (Base Unit) Check HS (HandSet) Check Link Confirmation Normal 1. Register Regular HS to BU (to be checked). 1. Register HS (to be checked) to Regular BU. 2. Press [Talk] key of the Regular HS to 2.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.7.4. TEST RANGE Check Circuit block which range is defective can be found by the following check. Item BU (Base Unit) Check HS (HandSet) Check Range Confirmation TX 1. Register Regular HS to BU (to be checked).
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.7.5. RF-DSP Interface Signal Wave Form <Test Burst Mode>...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 13.8. Check Handset Transmission Cross Reference: SIGNAL ROUTE (P.91). 13.9. Check Handset Reception Cross Reference: SIGNAL ROUTE (P.91). Note: When checking the RF part, Refer to Check the RF part (P.44) 13.10. Check Caller ID Cross Reference: Telephone Line Interface (P.74).
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14 ADJUSTMENT AND TEST MODE 14.1. Test Mode Flow Chart for Base Unit 14.1.1. Test Burst Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and RX-CW Test Mode (P.56) for proper Handset settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.1.2. RX-CW Test Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and Test Burst Mode (P.55) for proper Handset settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.1.3. Test Link Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (*2) LCD displays the number of selected power. (*3) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and Test Link Mode (P.57) for proper Handset settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.1.4. Adjustment Mode Cross Reference Check and Adjust X501 (Base Unit) Frequency (P.59) Note: (*1) This is an adjustment value (hex.).
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.2. Test Mode Flow Chart for Handset 14.2.1. Test Burst Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and RX-CW Test Mode (P.52) for proper Base Unit settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.2.2. RX-CW Test Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and Test Burst Mode (P.51) for proper Base Unit settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.2.3. Test Link Mode Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) for factory use only. (*3) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.46) and Test Link Mode (P.53) for proper Base Unit settings.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.2.4. Adjustment Mode Cross Reference (*1) Adjust Battery Low Detector Voltage (Handset) (P.59) Note: (*2) These are the default values. (*3) These values may not be fixed depending on the battery strength.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.3. X501 (Base Unit), X201 (Handset) Check Equipment: Frequency counter Check Point for measurement: BCK Checking tolerance: 13.824MHz ± 270Hz (Base Unit)/13.824MHz ± 100Hz (Handset) 14.3.1. Check and Adjust X501 (Base Unit) Frequency 1. Set up Base Unit in TEST mode.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 14.8. How to Clear User Setting Units are reset to the Factory settings by this operation (Erase recorded Voice messages, stored Phone numbers, Caller list and etc.). This operation should not be performed for a usual repair.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 15 DESCRIPTION 15.1. Frequency The frequency range of 5.76GHz-5.84GHz is used. Transmitting and receiving channel between Base Unit and Handset is same frequency. Refer to Frequency Table (P.62). 15.2. FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) This telephone is using an IC chip which has similar specification to WDCT (World Digital Cordless Telephone) and is the telephone system that can use multiple portable unit simultaneously.
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 15.2.1. TDD Frame Format Sync Field (72bit): Preamble 56bit + SyncWord 16bit Base Unit (Handset) adjusts the timing of reception so that reception of Base Unit (Handset) can correspond to transmission of Handset (Base Unit). It is necessary for sync-field that Handset gets synchronization.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 15.3. Signal Flowchart in the Whole System Reception CN101 of the Base Unit is connected to the TEL line, and signal is enter through the bridge diode D101. While talking, the relay (Q141) is turned ON and amplified at the Q171, then led to DSP (IC501). The DSP encodes ADPCM and TDD/TDMA with FHSS to TXMOD.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 16 EXPLANATION OF LINK DATA COMMUNICATION 16.1. Calling 16.2. To Terminate Communication 16.3. Ringing...
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17 BLOCK DIAGRAM (BASE UNIT_MAIN) Q141 CN101 KEYS D101 Q161 R131,R132 Ti p SIDE TONE INUSE CIRCUIT DETECT Ring TEL JACK ANT0 ANT1 X501 Q521 13.824MHz Q171 CN301 RECEIVE Q111 OSC_IN DC JACK LOUT BELL DETECT RXDATA RF_PART TXDATA DCIN RADIO_EN BELL LO_EN...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18 CIRCUIT OPERATION (BASE UNIT_MAIN) General Description: (DSP, Flash Memory) is a digital speech/signal processing system that implements all the functions of speech compression, record and playback, and memory management required in a digital telephone answering machine.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.3. Power Supply Circuit Function: The power supply voltage from AC adaptor is converted to the desired voltage of each block. Circuit Operation: • • • • Q300 and IC300: 4.0V DCDC Converter • • • • IC331: 3.3V Regulator...
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.3.1. Charge Circuit The voltage from the AC is supplied to the charge circuits. Main charge (180mA at the Battery) of maximum 6-hours is started soon after the Handset is placed on the Base Unit. Then it changes to Trickle charge to prevent from overcharging.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.4. Reset Circuit Function: This circuit is used to initialize the microcomputer when it incorporates an AC adaptor. Circuit Operation: When the AC Adaptor is inserted into the unit, then the voltage is shifted by IC331 and power is supplied to the DSP.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.5. Locator/Intercom Mode 1. Press the Base Unit LOCATOR/INTERCOM button, then a call monitor signal (intercom sound) is output from pins 29 and 31 of IC501. Thus a monitor tone is heard from the speaker. 2. At the same time, the Handset ring. This status is called “Intercom stand-by”.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.7. Auto Disconnect Circuit Function: This circuit is used to detect the fact that another telephone connected to the same line is OFF-HOOK while the unit is in a receiving status or OGM transmitting status. Circuit Operation: The voltage of pin 35 of IC501 is monitored.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.8. Parallel Connection Detect Circuit Function: In order to disable call waiting and stutter tone functions when using telephones connected in parallel, it is necessary to have a circuit that judges whether a telephone connected in parallel is in use or not. This circuit determines whether the telephone connected in parallel is on hook or off hook by detecting changes in the T/R voltage.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 18.9. Calling Line Identification (Caller ID) Function: The caller ID is a chargeable ID which the user of a telephone circuit obtains by entering a contract with the telephone company to utilize a caller ID service. For this reason, the operation of this circuit assumes that a caller ID service contract has been entered for the circuit being used.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21 CIRCUIT OPERATION (RF PART) General Description: RF part includes Transmitter and Receiver functions. Digital signals (Mainly voice data) that come from DSP, are modulated and are transmitted. On the other hand, received signals are demodulated and go out to DSP.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21.1. Power Supply Circuit As indicated below, the various voltages are supplied to each block. V_PA, about 4.0V at Base Unit or 3.3V at Handset, is supplied to the Power amplifier in 5.8GHz PA circuit. IC841 is 3.0V Regulators, and IC761 is a 2.5V Regulator. They output Vcc_5.8GHz, and Vcc_2.4GHz respectively by order of...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21.2. 2.4GHz Mod/Demod Circuit IC701 incorporates all of the modulation and demodulation functions. TX Digital data (TX_DATA) from DSP is supplied to pin 27 of IC701, and then 2.4GHz TX modulated signal is output from pin1. This TX signal goes into the 5.8GHz Converter circuit. 2.4GHz RX signal from 5.8GHz Converter circuit is passed through matching circuit and supplied to pin4 of IC701, then demodulated signal...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21.3. 5.8GHz Converter Circuit This block converts frequency of TX signal and RX signal. IC801 includes TX-MIXER, RX-MIXER, PLL and VCO modules internally. The VCO module is tuned by PLL synthesizer module, and generates 3.4GHz Local signal. Reference clock (13.824MHz) from DSP block is supplied to pin7 of IC701.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21.4. 5.8GHz LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Circuit This block amplifies receiving 5.8GHz signal. 5.8GHz RX signal from Antenna Switch circuit amplified by LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Q871 and filtered by HPF (FL821), and then supplied to 5.8GHz Converter circuit.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 21.5. 5.8GHz Power Amplifier and Antenna Switch Circuit This block amplifies power of 5.8GHz TX signal. 5.8GHz TX signal from 5.8GHz Converter circuit is filtered by 5.8GHz-BPF FL811, and amplified by Power amplifier (PA) block of IC851, and then passes through internal 5.8GHz-BPF. After that, it is supplied to Antenna Switch block of IC851.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 23 CIRCUIT OPERATION (HANDSET) 23.1. Construction The circuit mainly consists of DSP and RF part as shown in the block diagram. 23.1.1. DSP: IC201 Function • • • • Battery Low, Power down detect circuit • • • • Ringer Generation •...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 23.3. Charge Circuit When the Handset is put on the cradle of the Base unit, the power is supplied from CHARGE+ and CHARGE- terminals to charge the battery via D353 and R368 or Q361. The voltage between CHARGE+ and CHARGE- flows R231 → Q231 → pin80 of IC201, where the charge is detected.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 23.5. Sending Signal The voice signal from the microphone is input to DSP (42, 43). CN331 is the headset jack. When the headphone is connected, the Q331 detect it. The input from the microphone of the Handset (MIN, MIP) is cut and the microphone signal from the headset is input to DSP (36).
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 25 CPU DATA (BASE UNIT) 25.1. IC501 Description High High_Z Description High High_Z LINE_SZ 62 BMCCLK High NOT_RLY On Hook Off Hook 63 RXEN Active BELL 64 TXEN Active Off Hook On Hook 65 RXGAIN High AC_DOWN _DET...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 26 CPU DATA (HANDSET) 26.1. IC201 Description High High_Z Description High High_Z NC(INT0) Normal 60 (FLASH_SI) High NC(CV-hook) Normal 61 (FLASH_CS) Normal DOT_LCD_RS Data Instruct 62 BMCCLK DOT_LCD_RW Read Write 63 RXEN Active 64 TXEN Active DOT_LCD_E _RD D.O...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 28 HOW TO REPLACE THE FLAT PACKAGE IC Even if you do not have the special tools (for example, a spot heater) to remove the Flat IC, with some solder (large amount), a soldering iron and a cutter knife, you can easily remove the ICs that have more than 100 pins.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 28.3. FLAT PACKAGE IC INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. Temporarily fix the FLAT PACKAGE IC, soldering the two marked pins. *Check the accuracy of the IC setting with the corresponding soldering foil. 2. Apply flux to all pins of the FLAT PACKAGE IC.
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 33 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Note: Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 1. RTL (Retention Time Limited) PQHR11082Z GUIDE, SP HOLDER POM-HB The marking (RTL) indicates that the Retention Time is PQWE10037Z BATTERY TERMINAL PS-HB PQBC10423Z1...
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KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks L472 G1C6R8MA0072 COIL R474 ERJ2GEJ1R0 L501 PQLQR2KA213 COIL R506 ERJ2GEJ121 L711 MQLRF18NJFB COIL R521 ERJ2GEJ182 1.8K L782 G1C1R0KA0096 COIL R522 ERJ2GEJ151...
KX-TG5431BXS / KX-TGA542BXS 34 FOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 34.1. Base Unit (SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (BASE UNIT_MAIN)) 34.1.1. Acoustic Testing Mode Notes: 1. DC voltage measurements are taken with voltmeter from the negative voltage line. 2. This schematic diagram may be modified at any time with the development of new technology.