KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Note: Because CONTENTS 4 is the extract from the Operating Instructions of this model, it is subject to change without notice. You can download and refer to the original Operating Instructions on TSN Server for further information.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 24.2. Introduction 31.5. Fixtures and Tools 24.3. FLASH contents 32 FOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 25 HOW TO REPLACE THE FLAT PACKAGE IC 32.1. Base Unit (SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (BASE UNIT)) 25.1. PREPARATION 32.2. Handset (SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (HANDSET)) 25.2.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 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.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 4.1.3. Battery Life Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (700 mAh) Operation Operating Time While in use (talking) 14 hours max. While not in use (standby) 150 hours max. Note: • • • • Battery operating time may be shortened over time depending on usage conditions and ambient temperature.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 4.2.2. Handset 4.3. Connections When the AC adaptor is connected, a short beep will be heard. If it is not heard, check the connections. Important: • • • • For information on connecting the handset to a PC, refer to the included “Installation Guide for USB GEAR”.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 4.4. Guide to Settings For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the base unit and the handset is printed below. • • • • When customising the base unit and the handset, the current item or setting is highlighted.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 4.4.2. Handset *1 Only the handset which is registered can be selected after you set to “On”. *2 Here, only the case that a handset is registered to a maximum of 4 Base units is mentioned.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 7.1. Check Power 7.1.1. Base Unit Is the AC Adaptor inserted into AC outlet? (Check AC Adaptor’s specification.) Cross Reference: Power Supply Circuit (P.47) 7.1.2. Handset Cross Reference: Power Supply Circuit/Reset Circuit (P.50)
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 7.3. Check Link 7.3.1. Base Unit Cross Reference: Power Supply Circuit (P.47) Check Point (Base Unit) (P.26)
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 7.7. Bell Reception 7.7.1. Base Unit 7.7.2. Handset Cross Reference: Telephone Line Interface (P.48) Check Link (P.20) HOW TO CHECK THE HANDSET SPEAKER OR RECEIVER (P.44)
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 8 TROUBLESHOOTING BY SYMPTOM (BASE UNIT AND CHARGER UNIT) If your unit has below symptoms, follow the instructions in remedy column. Remedies depend on whether you have DECT tester (*1) or not. Note: (*1) A general repair is possible even if you don’t have the DECT tester because it is for confirming the levels, such as Acoustic...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts (F)* BBIC Clock Adjustment 1. Input Command “rdeeprom 00 01 01”, then you can confirm the current value. IC2, R124, R125, C153, 2. Adjust the frequency of CLK executing the command “setfreq xx (where xx is X1, C42, C43, the value)”...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts (K) Frequency Offset Check Follow steps 1 to 6 of (I). IC2, IC8, R124, 7.Confirm that the frequency offset is < ± 45kHz. R125, C153,...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts Follow steps 1 to 6 of (I). (O)* RSSI Level IC2, IC8, R124, Confirmation 7.Execute the command “readrssi”. R125, C153, C140, C141, 8. Confirm that the returned value is 22 ± A (hex).
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 8.2. The Setting Method of JIG (Base Unit) 8.2.1. Preparation 8.2.1.1. Equipment Required • • • • DECT tester: Rohde & Schwarz, CMD 60 is recommended. • • • • Frequency counter: it must be precise to be able to measure 1Hz (precision; ±4ppm).
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 8.2.2.2. PC Setting 1. Open a window of MS-DOS mode from the start-up menu. 2. Change a directory. 3. Type “SET_COM=1” from the keyboard (when COM port 1 is used for the connection).
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 8.4. Check Point (Charger Unit) Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts Charging Check 1. Connect Charge Contact 12Ω/2W resistor between charge+ and charge-. D2, R2, R1 2. Measure and confirm voltage across the resistor is 3.10V ± 0.2V.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 9 TROUBLESHOOTING BY SYMPTOM (HANDSET) If your unit has below symptoms, follow the instructions in remedy column. Remedies depend on whether you have DECT tester (*1) or not. Note: (*1) A general repair is possible even if you don’t have the DECT tester because it is for confirming the levels, such as Acoustic level in detail.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts (F) Charge Control Check & 1. Apply 3.5V between TR18(+) and TP17(-) with DC power supply and set IC1, Q4, Q5, Charge Current Monitor current limit to 500mA.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts (K)* Transmitted Power Remove the Antenna before starting step from 1 to 4. IC1, C117, Confirmation 1. Configure the DECT tester (CMD60) as follows; R121, C44, C45, C125, <Setting>...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Items Check Procedure Check or Point Replace Parts Timing Confirmation Follow steps 1 to 3 of (K). IC1, C117, 4.Confirm that the Timing accuracy is < ± 2.0ppm. R121, C44, C45, C125, IC18, C71,...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 9.2. The Setting Method of JIG (Handset) 9.2.1. Preparation 9.2.1.1. Equipment Required • • • • DECT tester: Rohde & Schwarz, CMD 60 is recommended. • • • • Frequency counter: it must be precise to be able to measure 1Hz (precision; ±4ppm).
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 9.2.2.2. PC Setting 1. Open a window of MS-DOS mode from the start-up menu. 2. Change a directory. 3. Type “SET_COM=1” from the keyboard (when COM port 1 is used for the connection).
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 10 THINGS TO DO AFTER REPLACING IC Cautions: Since this page is common to each country, it may not apply to some models in your country. The contents below are the minimum adjustments required for operation.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 12 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.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 15 CIRCUIT OPERATION (BASE UNIT) 15.1. Outline Base Unit consists of the following ICs as shown in BLOCK DIAGRAM (BASE UNIT) (P.45). • • • • DECT BBIC (Base Band IC): IC8 − − − − Handling all the audio, signal and data processing needed in a DECT base unit −...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 15.2. Power Supply Circuit The power is supplied to the DECT BBIC, RF Module, EEPROM and Charge Contact from AC Adaptor (+6V) as shown in Fig.101. The power supply is as follows; • • • • DECT BBIC (IC8): CN1 (+6V) →...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 15.3. 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, Q4 is open to cut the DC loop current and decrease the ring load.
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 17.5. Speakerphone The hands-free loudspeaker at SP+ and SP- works as a ringer/alarm as well. IC2 is used to switch off the telephone loudspeaker and is used to amplify the signal to drive the hands-free loudspeaker. They are selected using the SP_AMP line...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Note: *: When you enter the address, please refer to the table below. Desired Number (hex.) Input Keys Desired Number (hex.) Input Keys [R] + 0 [R] + 1 [R] + 2 [R] + 3...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT ex.) Items (*2) Address Default Data New Data Remarks C-ID (FSK) sensitivity 04 6F 01 (6dB up) 02 (12dB up) When hex changes from “00” to “01” or “02”, gain increases by 6dB or 12dB.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Note: *: When you enter the address, please refer to the table in Note: of ENGINEERING MODE (P.59). ex.) Items (*4) Address Default Data New Data Possible Adjusted Possible Adjusted Remarks Value MAX (hex)
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 23 EEPROM LAYOUT (BASE UNIT) 23.1. Scope The purpose of this section is to describe the layout of the EEPROM (IC3) for the KX-TCD816 Base Unit. The EEPROM contains hardware, software, and user specific parameters. Some parameters are set during production of the base unit, some are set by the user configuration, and some are set during normal use of the phone.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Address Initial Name Description Default value Country Type Setting PS ID 0025 EEP_Ps0_Ipui 0x00, 0x00, 0x00, 0x00, first byte:0xA8 (Length Information) 0x00, 0x00, 0x00, 0x00, from second byte:IPUI (Normal:5byte, Max:13byte) 0x00, 0x00, 0x00, 0x00,...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 23.3.3. Flash Time Setting Address Initial Name Description Default value Country Type Setting 0365 EEP_FlashTime1 Calibrated loop-break time for “80 ms” 0x08 Unit: 10 ms, defaults to 80 ms 0366 EEP_FlashTime2 Calibrated loop-break time for “90 ms”...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Address Initial Name Description Default Country Type value Setting Valid data for Add Zero (for NewZealand) 03B8 EEP_AddZeroDataCount 0x05 03B9 EEP_KpnVmwiConfig CLIP RingVmwi set configuration 0x01 Bit0:LongBellFuncOff...1=enable, 0=disable Bit1:StatusSucceed...1=enable, 0=disable Bit2-7:Unused RPAS minimum duration...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Address Initial Name Description Default Country Type value Setting 03D4 EEP_CasMinDuration CAS minimum duration 0x06 Unit: 10ms, Default: 60ms 03D5 EEP_CasMaxDuration CAS maximum duration 0x0D Unit: 10ms, Default: 130ms 03D6 EEP_DtmfMinDuration DTMF minimum duration...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 24 FLASH LAYOUT (HANDSET) 24.1. Scope The purpose of this section is to describe the layout of the FLASH (IC11) for the KX-TCA181 Handset. The FLASH contains hardware, software, and user specific parameters. Some parameters are set during production of the handset, some are set by the user when configuring the handset, and some during normal use of the phone.
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 24.3.2. MMI Setting Address Initial Name Description Default value Country Type Setting 01DC EEP_FactoryLanguageSetting Selected Language for LCD 0x01 0x14 GERAM:0 ENGLISH:1 SPANISH:2 NORWEGIAN:3 FRENCH:4 ITALIAN:5 DENISH:6 DUTCH:7 SWEDISH:8 FINNISH:9 GREEK:10 TURKISH:11 HUNGARIAN:12...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Address Initial Name Description Default value Country Type Setting Country parameter 0362 EEP_CountryFunction 0x02 0bit: Reset Ear-SP Vol. after Talk...0: Hold, 1: Reset 1bit: PBX Phone-Book...0: Enable, 1: Disable 2bit: Ringer Option Menu (Base Setting)...0: Off, 1: 3bit: SMS Print...0: Off, 1: On...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 25 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-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 25.3. 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.
27 CABINET AND ELECTRICAL PARTS (HANDSET) Note: (*1) The rechargeable Ni-MH battery P03P (HHR-4EPT) is available through sales route of Panasonic. (*2) Attach the spacer (No. 131) to the exact location described above. (*3) This cable is fixed by connector lock. Refer to Fix the LCD to the Main P.C.Board (Handset) (P.16).
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 31 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 1. RTL (Retention Time Limited) Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Note: PQHS10678Z TAPE, DOUBLE SIDED (FRONT) The marking (RTL) indicates that the Retention Time is PQGG10301Z1...
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KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks ELJRF8N2JFB COIL R135 ERJ3GEYJ103 MQLRER10JFA COIL R138 ERJ8GEYJ270 MQLRER10JFA COIL R139 ERJ2GEJ471 (JACK) R140 ERJ2GEJ102 PQJJ1B4Y JACK...
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT and The Setting Method of JIG (Handset) (P.39). Ref. Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks Part No. Part Name & Description Remarks 300-8 PQKF10689Z1 CABINET COVER (for KX- PS-HB PQZZ1CD300E JIG CABLE (*1)
KX-TCD816UAS / KX-TCD816UAT / KX-TCA181UAS / KX-TCA181UAT 32 FOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 32.1. Base Unit (SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (BASE UNIT)) 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.