KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 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 pre- vent fires, injury or electric shock, which can be caused by improper repair work. 1.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 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 manufac- turer's specific instructions for the melting points of their products and any precautions for using their product with other materi- als.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4 Technical Descriptions 4.1. FHSS Description 4.1.1. Frequency The frequency range of 2.4 GHz-2.48 GHz is used. Transmitting and receiving channel between base unit and handset is same fre- quency. Refer to Frequency Table (P.75). 4.1.2. 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 tele- phone system that can use multiple portable unit simultaneously.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.1.2.1. TDD Frame Format Sync Field (72 bit): Preamble 56 bit + SyncWord 16 bit 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. A - field (64 bit): Each kinds of DATA: ch data, line condition, etc.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.1.3. Signal Flowchart in the Whole System Reception CN101 of the base unit is connected to the TEL line, and signal is entered through the bridge diode DI01. While talking, the relay (Q141) is turned ON and amplified at the Q17I, then led to DSP (IC501). The DSP encodes ADPCM and TDD/TDMA with FHSS to TX-DATA.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5. Circuit Operation (Base Unit) General Description: (DSP, EEPROM) is a digital speech/signal processing system that implements all the functions of speech compression. The DSP system is fully controlled by a host processor DSP. The host processor provides activation and control of all that func- tions as follows.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.3. Power Supply Circuit Function: The power supply voltage from AC adaptor is converted to the desired voltage of each block. Circuit Operation: • IC332: 3.3 V Regulator • IC331: 3.0 V Regulator...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.3.1. Charge Circuit The voltage from the AC adaptor is supplied to the charge circuits.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.4. 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. The set starts to operate when VCC goes up to 3.0 V or more in the circuit voltage diagram.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.5. Telephone Line Interface Telephone Line Interface Circuit: Function • Bell signal detection • ON/OFF hook and pulse dial circuit • Side tone circuit Bell signal detection and OFF HOOK circuit: In the idle mode, Q141 is open to cut the DC loop current and decrease the ring load. When ring voltage appears at the Tip (T) and Ring (R) leads (When the telephone rings), the AC ring voltage is transferred as follows: T →...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.6. 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 90 of IC501 is monitored. If a parallel-connected telephone is put into OFF HOOK status, the presence/ absence of a parallel connection is determined when the voltage changes by 0.2 V or more.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.7. 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 con- nected in parallel is on hook or off hook by detecting changes in the T/R voltage.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.5.8. Calling Line Identification (Caller ID)/Call Waiting Caller ID Function: Caller ID 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.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Call Waiting Caller ID Calling Identity Delivery on Call Waiting (CIDCW) is a CLASS service that allows a customer, while off-hook on an existing call, to receive information about a calling party on a waited call. The transmission of the calling information takes place almost immediately after the customer is alerted to the new call so he/she can use this information to decide whether to take the new call.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.8. Circuit Operation (Handset) 4.8.1. Construction The circuit mainly consists of DSP and RF part as shown in the block diagram. 4.8.1.1. DSP: IC501 Function • Battery Low, Power down detect circuit • Ringer Generation • Interface circuit RF part, Speaker, Mic, LED, Key scan, LCD Initial waves Note: (*1) The initializing time of the DSP chip is 20 ms under normal conditions.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.8.2. Power Supply Circuit Voltage is supplied separately to each block.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.8.3. 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 R366 or Q361. The voltage between CHARGE+ and CHARGE- flows Q531 → pin 38 of IC501, where the charge is detected.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.8.5. Sending Signal The voice signal from the microphone is input to DSP (90, 91). Also the power for the microphone is supplied from DSP (92) and the power is turned OFF on standby. 4.8.6. Reception Signal The voice signal from the base unit is output from DSP (97,98) drives the speaker.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.9. Circuit Operation (RF Part) General Description: RF part includes Transmitter and Receiver functions. Digital signals (Mainly voice data) that come from DSP(IC501), are modu- lated and are transmitted. On the other hand, received signals are demodulated and go out to DSP(IC501). 4.9.1.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 4.10. Circuit Operation (Charger Unit) The voltage from the AC adaptor is supplied to the charge circuits. Main charge (180~250 mA at the Battery) of maximum 7- hours is started soon after the handset is placed on the charger unit. Then it changes to Trickle charge to prevent from over- charging.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 6.3. Battery Charge 6.3.2. Panasonic Ni-MH Battery Perfor- mance (supplied batteries) 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-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8 Test Mode 8.1. Adjustment and Test Mode Flow Chart 8.1.1. Test Burst Mode for Base Unit Note: (*1) When you check test mode, connect to the external Buttons because base unit has only LOCATOR key. Refer to Bottom View (P.73).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.2. TX-CW Mode for Base Unit Note: (*1) When you check test mode, connect to the external Buttons because base unit has only LOCATOR key. Refer to Bottom View (P.73). (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.3. RX-CW Test Mode for Base Unit Note: (*1) When you check test mode, connect to the external Buttons because base unit has only LOCATOR key. Refer to Bottom View (P.73). (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.4. Test Link Mode for Base Unit Note: (*1) When you check test mode, connect to the external Buttons because base unit has only LOCATOR key. Refer to Bottom View (P.73). (*2) Refer to Test Link Mode for Handset (P.48). If you can not proceed to the next step, refer to Registering the handset (P.54).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.5. Adjustment Mode for Base Unit Personal Computer (PC) and the UART cable are necessary for the following operation. (*1) 1. Connect the UART cable to the base unit. (*1) 2. Connect the UART cable to the PC. 3. Connect the AC adaptor cord to the base unit. 4.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.6. Test Burst Mode for Handset Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.7. TX-CW Mode for Handset Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.8. RX-CW Test Mode for Handset Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.9. Test Link Mode for Handset Note: (*1) LCD displays the Channel number. (exception: default/ CH00 = 1ch.) (*2) If can not proceed to the next step, refer to Registering the handset (P.54). (*3) for factory use only. (*4) Refer to Check Table for RF part (P.57).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 8.1.10. Adjustment Mode for Handset Cross Reference (*1) Adjust Battery Low Detector Voltage (Handset) (P.71) Note: (*2) These are the default values. (*3) These values may not be fixed depending on the battery strength.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 9 Service Mode 9.1. How to Clear User Setting Units are reset to the Factory settings by this operation (Erase, stored Phone numbers, Caller list and etc.). This operation should not be performed for a usual repair. 9.1.1. Base Unit 1.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10 Troubleshooting Guide 10.1. Troubleshooting Flowchart Cross Reference: Check Power (P.52) Check Battery Charge (P.52) Check Link (P.53) Check the RF part (P.54) Check Handset Transmission (P.61) Check Handset Reception (P.61) Check Caller ID (P.61)
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.1. Check Power Cross Reference: Note: Power Supply Circuit (P.14) Flash Memory is IC601. Reset Circuit (P.16) DSP is IC501. (*1) Refer to Specifications (P.6) for part number and sup- ply voltage of AC adaptor. (*2) Refer to Circuit Board (Base Unit_Main) (P.93). 10.1.2.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.3. Check Link Note: DSP is IC501. (*1) Refer to Finding out the Defective part (P.54). Cross Reference: Check the RF part (P.54)
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4. Check the RF part 10.1.4.1. 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: (*1) HS: Handset (*2) BU: Base Unit 10.1.4.1.1.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4.1.2. Deregistering All Handsets by the Base Unit 10.1.4.2. Registering a Handset Refer to Registraion in Troubleshooting (P.37) 10.1.4.3. Deregistering a Handset Refer to Registraion in Troubleshooting (P.37)
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4.4. RF Check Flowchart Each item (1 ~ 6) of RF Check Flowchart corresponds to Check Table for RF part (P.57). Please refer to the each item. Note: (*1) Refer to X501 (Base Unit), X501 (Handset) Check (P.71).
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4.5. 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). HS, BU Mode [Normal Mode] 2.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4.6. 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. (TX Power check) 2.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.4.7. RF-DSP Interface Signal Wave Form Test Burst Mode Control signal in TX_Burst mode SLOT_CTRL SYN_EN SYN_CLK SYN_DAT 10mS SLOT_CTRL SYN_DAT SYN_CLK SYN_EN IC501 IC703 Signal 1µs BS/HS SLOT_CTRL SYN_EN SYN_CLK SYN_DAT TRSW signal of TX zone in TX_Burst mode SLOT_CTRL RADIO_EN TRSW_n...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Test Burst Mode Base Unit TXDATA and Handset RXDATA on TXO signal-line (TX Confirmation of BS or RX confirmation of HS) Base Unit TXDATA 10ms Handset RXDATA Base Unit TXDATA 18.805µs Handset RXDATA Handset TXDATA and Base unit RXDATA on TXO signal-line ( RX Confirmation of BS or TX confirmation of HS) Base Unit RXDATA Handset TXDATA...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.1.5. Check Handset Transmission Cross Reference: Signal Route (P.30) 10.1.6. Check Handset Reception Cross Reference: Signal Route (P.30) Note: When checking the RF part, Refer to Check the RF part (P.54). 10.1.7. Check Caller ID Cross Reference: Telephone Line Interface (P.17) Calling Line Identification (Caller ID)/Call Waiting Caller ID (P.20) Note:...
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.2. How to Replace the Flat Package IC 10.2.1. 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-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.2.3. 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. 3.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.3. How to Replace the LLP (Leadless Leadframe Package) IC 10.3.1. 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-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.3.4. How to Install the Shield Case Note: • If you don’t have special tools (ex. Hot air disordering tool), conduct the following operations • Shield case’s No. : PNMC1014Z 1. Put the shield case. 2. Solder the surroundings. 10.3.5.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 10.3.6. 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. Note: •...
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 12 Measurements and Adjustments 12.1. Things to Do after Replacing IC 12.1.1. X501 (Base Unit), X501 (Handset) Check Equipment: Frequency counter Check Point for measurement: BCK Checking tolerance: 13.824 MHz ± 100 Hz (Base Unit)/13.824 MHz ± 100 Hz (Handset) 12.1.1.1.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 12.5. How to make a U-ART Jig (Base Unit) 1. Preparation Ref No. Part No. Note ■ Parts MAX3223E 3V.RS-232C Tranceiver Capacitor 1u/16V Capacitor 1u/16V Capacitor 1u/16V Capacitor 1u/16V Capacitor 1u/16V 100K Universal PCB IC detail:refer to MAXIM Web Site •...
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 12.7. Test Mode (Base Unit) PC Setting Preparation: 1. Select “Serial port” from the “Setup” menu (*1). 2. Enter the information as shown in the following figure. 3. Click the [OK] button. 4. Select “Save setup” from the “Setup” menu. Specify “TTERMPRO”...
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 14 Schematic Diagram 14.1. For Schematic Diagram 14.1.1. Base Unit (Schematic Diagram (Base Unit_Main)) 14.1.1.1. Acoustiv Testing Mode 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. 14.1.2.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 15.3.2. Bottom View PNLB1113Z KX-TGA 360 LED557 LED556 LED555 CA574 R562 LEFT MENU RIGHT TALK BACK NEXT PAUSE DOWN FLASH HOLD KX-TGA361 CIRCUIT BOARD (Handset_Main (Bottom View))
(*1) This cable is fixed by welding. Refer to How to Replace the Handset LCD (P.70). (*2) The rechargeable Ni-MH battery HHR-4MPT is available through sales route of Panasonic. (*3) Attach the SPACER (No. 117) to the exact location described above <fig.1>.
KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX 16.5. Replacement Parts List Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 1. RTL (Retention Time Limited) PNKF1062Z2 CABINET COVER (for KX- PS-HB TG3611BXS) (for Note: TG3612BXS) The “RTL” marking indicates that its Retention Time is PQHA10023Z RUBBER PARTS, FOOT Limited.
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks R145 ERJ2GEJ222 2.2k C503 ECUE1A104KBQ 0.1 R151 ERJ3GEYJ106 C504 ECUE1A104KBQ 0.1 R152 ERJ3GEYJ335 3.3M C508 ECUE1H100DCQ 10p R154 ERJ2GEJ102 C509 ECUE1H100DCQ 10p R160 ERJ3GEYJ820 C513...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks PNKM1086Z1 CABINET BODY (for PS-HB D423 MA8043L DIODE(SI) TGA361BXB) D424 MA8043L DIODE(SI) PNKM1086X2 CABINET BODY (for PS-HB D426 MA8043L DIODE(SI) TGA361BXS) D427 MA8043L DIODE(SI)
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks C417 PQCUV0J106KB 10 E101 L5DCBYY00003 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (*3) C421 ECUE0J105KBQ 1 E102 PNHX1136Z COVER, LCD C422 ECUE0J105KBQ 1 E103 PQHR11285Z TRANSPARENT PLATE, LCD PMMA-HB C423...
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KX-TG3611BX/KX-TG3612BX/KX-TGA361BX Safety Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks PQZZ430PIR TIP OF SOLDERING IRON PQZZ430PRB RUBBER OF SOLDERING IRON Y.S/N KXTG3611BXB KXTG3611BXS KXTG3612BXB KXTG3612BXS KXTGA361BXB KXTGA361BXS...