KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 1 Safety Precautions 1.1. For Service Technicians • Repair service shall be provided in accordance with repair technology information such as service manual so as to prevent fires, injury or electric shock, which can be caused by improper repair work.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 2.2.1. Suggested PbF Solder There are several types of PbF solder available commercially. While this product is manufactured using Tin, Silver, and Copper (Sn+Ag+Cu), you can also use Tin and Copper (Sn+Cu) or Tin, Zinc, and Bismuth (Sn+Zn+Bi). Please check the manufacturer’s specific instructions for the melting points of their products and any precautions for using their product with other materials.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 3 Specifications Note: • Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Note for Service: • Optional headset: KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA92, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, or KX-TCA95...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 4.2. Circuit Operation (Base Unit) 4.2.1. Outline Base unit consists of the following ICs as shown in Block Diagram (Base Unit) (P.7). • DECT BBIC (Base Band IC): IC7 - Handling all the audio, signal and data processing needed in a DECT base unit...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 4.2.2. Power Supply Circuit The power is supplied to the DECT BBIC, RF Module, EEPROM, FLASH MEMORY, TAM Companion and Charge Contact from AC Adaptor (+6.5 V) as shown in Fig.101. The power supply is as follows; • DECT BBIC (IC7): CN2 (+6.5 V) →...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 4.2.3. Telephone Line Interface <Function> • Bell signal detection • Clip signal detection • ON/OFF hook circuit Bell & Clip (: Calling Line Identification Presentation: Caller ID) signal detection: In the standby mode, Q3 is open to cut the DC loop current and decrease the ring load.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 4.4. Circuit Operation (Handset) 4.4.1. Outline Handset consists of the following ICs as shown in Block Diagram (Handset) (P.11). • DECT BBIC (Base Band IC): IC1 - All data signals (forming/analyzing ACK or CMD signal) - All interfaces (ex: Key, Detector Circuit, Charge, DC/DC Converter, EEPROM, LCD) •...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 6.2. Battery 6.2.2. Battery Charge 6.2.1. Battery Installation and Replacement 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-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 8 Service Mode 8.1. Engineering Mode 8.1.1. Base Unit...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Frequently Used Items (Base Unit) ex.) Items Address Default Data New Data Remarks Frequency 00 01 Use these items in a READ-ONLY mode to confirm the contents. Careless rewriting may 00 10~00 14 Given value cause serious damage to the computer system.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Frequently Used Items (Handset) ex.) Items Address Default Data New Data Possible Adjusted Possible Adjusted Remarks Value MAX (hex) Value MIN (hex) Battery Low 00 04 (*2) Frequency 00 01 00 10~00 14 Given value Note: (*1) When you enter the address or New Data, please refer to the table below.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 8.2. Copying Phonebook Items when Repairing You can copy the handset phonebook to another (compatible Panasonic) handset. This will help to save the original phonebook data which the customer has registered. Refer to the following procedures. Note: • BS=Base unit, HS=Handset •...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Note: • BS=Base unit, HS=Handset • If the max number of handsets are already registered to the base unit, a new handset cannot be registered. • To register the handset, refer to Registering a Handset to a Base Unit (P.23).
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 8.3. 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.) Note: • The reset menus differ depending on the following operations. • This operation should not be performed for a usual repair.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9 Troubleshooting Guide 9.1. Troubleshooting Flowchart Cross Reference: Check Power (P.38) Bell Reception (P.46) Check Battery Charge (P.39) Check Link (P.40) Check Handset Transmission (P.46) Check Handset Reception (P.46) Signal Route (P.14) Check Caller ID (P.46) Check TAM Operation (P.47)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.1. Check Power 9.1.1.1. Base Unit Is the AC Adaptor inserted into AC outlet? (*1) Cross Reference: Note: Power Supply Circuit (P.9) (*1) Refer to Specifications (P.6) for part number and supply voltage of AC Adaptor. 9.1.1.2. Handset Cross Reference:...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.2. Check Battery Charge 9.1.2.1. Base Unit Cross Reference: Charge Circuit (P.12) 9.1.2.2. Handset Cross Reference: Check Power (P.38) Charge Circuit (P.12) 9.1.2.3. Charger Unit Cross Reference: Charge Circuit (P.12)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.3. Check Link 9.1.3.1. Base Unit Cross Reference: Check Point (Base Unit) (P.48) Power Supply Circuit (P.9) Check the RF part (P.42)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.3.2. Handset Cross Reference: Check Point (Handset) (P.48) Power Supply Circuit/Reset Circuit (P.12) Check the RF part (P.42)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.4. Check the RF part 9.1.4.1. 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: If you need to register a handset, refer to Registering a Handset to a Base Unit (P.23)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.4.2. RF Check Flowchart Each item (1 ~ 4) of RF Check Flowchart corresponds to Check Table for RF part (P.44). Please refer to the each item. Note: (*1) Base unit - refer to (D) of Check Point (Base Unit) (P.48) Handset - refer to (F) of Check Point (Handset) (P.48)
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.4.3. Check Table for RF part Item BU (Base Unit) Check HS (Handset) Check Link Confirmation Normal 1. Register Regular HS to BU (to be 1. Register HS (to be checked) to Regular checked). (*1) BU. (*1) HS, BU Mode: [Normal mode] 2.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.4.4. 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 TEST 1. Register Regular HS to BU (to be checked). 1. Register HS (to be checked) to Regular BU.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.5. Check Handset Transmission 9.1.6. Check Handset Reception Cross Reference: Signal Route (P.14) Cross Reference: How to Check the Handset Speaker or Receiver (P.66). Signal Route (P.14) 9.1.7. Check Caller ID Cross Reference: Signal Route (P.14) 9.1.8. Bell Reception 9.1.8.1.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.1.9. Check TAM Operation A) 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-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.2. Troubleshooting by Symptom (Base Unit) 9.2.1. Check Point (Base Unit) Please follow the items below after repairing. Note: After the measuring, suck up the solder of TP. *: PC Setting (P.58) is required beforehand. The connections of simulator equipment are as shown in Adjustment Standard (Base Unit) (P.60).
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.4. 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.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.4.3. How to Install the IC 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-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.5. How to Replace the LLP (Leadless Leadframe Package) IC 9.5.1. Preparation • PbF (: Pb free) Solder • Soldering Iron Tip Temperature of 700°F ± 20°F (370°C ± 10°C) Note: We recommend a 30 to 40 Watt soldering iron. An expert may be able to use a 60 to 80 Watt iron where someone with less experience could overheat and damage the PCB foil.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 9.5.4. How to Install the IC 1. Place the solder a little on the land where the radiation GND pad on IC bottom is to be attached. 2. Place the solder a little on the land where IC pins are to be attached, then place the IC.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11 Measurements and Adjustments 11.1. The Setting Method of JIG (Base Unit) 11.1.1. Preparation 11.1.1.1. Equipment Required • Frequency counter: It must be precise enough to measure intervals of 1 Hz (precision; ±4 ppm). Hewlett Packard, 53131A is recommended.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.1.2.2. Batch file Settings Note: • “****” varies depending on the country. 11.1.2.3. Commands See the table below for frequently used commands. Command name Function Example rdeeprom Read the data of EEPROM Type “rdeeprom 00 00 FF”, and the data from address “00 00”...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.3. Adjustment Standard (Charger Unit) When connecting the simulator equipment for checking, please refer to below. 11.3.1. Flow Solder Side View Digital Volt Mater /2 W DC POWER DC 6.5 V...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.4. The Setting Method of JIG (Handset) 11.4.1. Preparation 11.4.1.1. Equipment Required • Frequency counter: It must be precise enough to measure intervals of 1 Hz (precision; ±4 ppm). Hewlett Packard, 53131A is recommended. • DC power: It must be able to output at least 1 A current under 2.4 V for Handset.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.4.2.2. Batch file Settings Note: • “*****” varies depending on the country. 11.4.2.3. Commands See the table below for frequently used commands. Command name Function Example rdeeprom Read the data of EEPROM Type “rdeeprom 00 00 FF”, and the data from address “00 00”...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.6. Things to Do after Replacing IC or X'tal Cautions: Some of the content on this page may not apply to models from some countries. The contents below are the minimum adjust- ments required for operation. 11.6.1. Base Unit Before making the following adjustment, ensure you have carried out PC Setting (P.58) in The Setting Method of JIG (Base...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 11.7. How to Check the Handset Speaker or Receiver 1. Prepare the digital voltmeter, and set the selector knob to ohm meter. 2. Put the probes at the speaker terminals as shown below. 11.8. Frequency Table (MHz) BASE UNIT...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 12 Schematic Diagram 12.1. For Schematic Diagram 12.1.1. Base Unit (Schematic Diagram (Base Unit_Main)) Notes: 1. DC voltage measurements are taken with voltmeter from the negative voltage line. 2. The schematic diagrams may be modified at any time with the development of new technology.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B LINE_DC Loop Current 100k 2.2k 180k 1.5n (2125) For BR Caller ID, 180k Bell Signal 1.5n (2125) RX_AF (2125) For BR TX_AF +2.5V 100k 100k ForNL TP_RLY1 L1T/TP_RLY2 For JT 220p 220p L2T/TP_RLY3 L1R/TP_RLY4 Bell signal TP_RLY5 100k Charge Current 3.3 V...
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 14 Appendix Information of Schematic Diagram 14.1. CPU Data (Base Unit) 14.1.1. IC7 (BBIC) Pin No. Description Connection at Normal mode at Reset mode *INT1/P11 I-PU VDDIO1 VDD1 VSS1 SDA1/P25 D.I/O SDA1 SCL1/P24 SCL1 *INT5/VDDE/P15 Open *INT2/P12 Low_rad I-PU...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Pin No. Description Connection at Normal mode at Reset mode CIDINp CIDINp P14/*INT4 HOOK P13/*INT3 ADC2 ADC0 ADC0...
(*1) This cable is fixed by soldering. Refer to Fix the LCD to the Main P.C.Board (Handset) (P.57). (*2) The rechargeable Ni-MH battery HHR-4DPA (Capacity: up to 550 mAh) is available through sales route of Panasonic. (*3) Attach the spacer (No. 125) to the exact location described above.
KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B 15.5. Replacement Part List Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 1. RTL (Retention Time Limited) PQBX10400Z1 BUTTON, FUNCTION ABS-HB Note: PQSX10350Z KEYBOARD SWITCH The marking (RTL) indicates that the Retention Time PQSA10208Z ANTENNA PQJT10256Z CHARGE TERMINAL is limited for this item.
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks ERJ12YJ270 ECUE1A104KBQ ERJ2GEJ104 100K ECUE1H221JCQ 220P ERJ2GEJ473 ECUE1H221JCQ 220P ERJ2GEJ104 100K ECUE1C223KBQ 0.022 ERJ2GEYJ474 470K ECUE1A104KBQ ERJ2GEJ560X ECUV1C104KBV ERJ3GEYJ820 ECUE1A104KBQ ERJ3GEYJ821 ECUE1A104KBQ ERJ2GEJ104...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks LED2 PQVDBR1111C LED11 B3ACB0000133 (COILS) 15.5.2. Handset G1C470M00025 COIL PQLQR2M5N6K COIL 15.5.2.1. Cabinet and Electrical Parts (IC FILTERS) J0JCC0000275 IC FILTER J0JCC0000286 IC FILTER Ref.
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ECUE1H102KBQ 0.001 Note: ECUE1H151JCQ 150P (*1) You can download and refer to the operating instruc- ECUE1H390JCQ tions (Instruction book) on TSN server. ECUE1H100DCQ ECUE1H100DCQ 15.5.4.1. KX-TG8231B ECUE1H100DCQ ECUE1A104KBQ F3F0J4760005 Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks ECUE1H102KBQ 0.001 C103...
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KX-TG8231B/KX-TG8232B/KX-TGA820B Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks P102 PQPH10088Z PROTECTION COVER (for Hand- set) P103 PQPH10101Z PROTECTION COVER (for Charger Unit) P104 PQPK16041Z GIFT BOX P105 PQXDDS400-8 MAGNET ELECTRIC TRANSDUCER, SECURITY TAG 15.5.4.3. KX-TGA820B Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description...