Advanced Hybrid System Installation Manual KX-TA1232 Model No. Please read this manual before connecting the Advanced Hybrid System.
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System Components System Components System Components Table Model Description Service Unit KX-TA1232 Advanced Hybrid System (Main Unit) Telephone KX-T7135 Proprietary telephone with backlit display KX-T7130 Proprietary telephone with display KX-T7020 Proprietary telephone Proprietary telephone with display KX-T7030 KX-T7050 Proprietary telephone...
Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Important Safety Instructions If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls, that are covered by the operating instructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
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If the telephone operates properly, do not reconnect the unit to the line until the trouble has been repaired by an authorized Panasonic Factory Service Center. If the telephone does not operate properly, chances are that the trouble is in the telephone system, and not in the unit.
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Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs. Product service Panasonic Factory Servicenters for this product are listed in the servicenter directory. Consult your authorized Panasonic dealer for detailed instructions. Installation Manual...
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Attention The serial number of this product may be found on the label affixed to the bottom of the unit. You should note the model number and the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft.
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Telephone Company and F.C.C. Requirements and Responsibilities Telephone Company and F.C.C. Requirements and Responsibilities Notification to the Telephone Company Customers, before connecting terminal equipment to the telephone network, shall upon request of the Telephone Company, inform the Telephone Company of the particular line(s) to which such connection is made, the F.C.C.
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• Telephone numbers to which the system will be connected • Make: Panasonic • Model: KX-TA1232 • FCC Registration No.: found on the bottom of the unit • Ringer Equivalence No.: 0.4B • Facility Interface Code: 02LS2, 02RV2-T, 02IS5 •...
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This Installation Manual provides technical information for the Panasonic Advanced Hybrid System, KX-TA1232. It is designed to serve as an overall technical reference for the system and includes a description of the system, its hardware and software, features and services and environmental requirements.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 System Outline 1.1 System Highlights ......................16 1.1.1 System Highlights ...................... 16 1.2 Basic System Construction ..................18 1.2.1 Basic System Construction..................18 1.2.2 System Connection Diagram ..................19 1.3 Proprietary Telephones ....................21 1.3.1 Proprietary Telephones ....................
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Table of Contents 2.7.1 Starting the System for the First Time ................82 2.8 System Restart ......................84 2.8.1 System Restart......................84 2.9 System Data Clear ......................85 2.9.1 System Data Clear .......................85 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting ......................88 3.1.1 Installation ........................88 3.1.2 Connection ........................89 3.1.3 Operation ........................91 3.1.4 Using the Reset Button....................92 Index .......................95...
System Outline Section 1 System Outline This section provides general information on the system, including system capacity and specifications. Installation Manual...
The system can be programmed from a proprietary telephone. Voice Mail Integration The system supports Voice Processing Systems with in-band DTMF signaling as well as DPT integration. The Panasonic Voice Processing System provides automated attendant, voice mail, interview and custom services. Installation Manual...
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System Outline Caller ID Allows the user to see the name or telephone number of a caller on the telephone display before answering a call. Trunk (Outside Line) Answer From Any Station (TAFAS) Ringing occurs over the external paging system; the call can be answered from any station. Remote Station Lock Control Allows an operator to lock an extension so that outgoing calls cannot be made.
1.2 Basic System Construction 1.2.1 Basic System Construction The KX-TA1232 Advanced Hybrid System has a basic capacity of eight outside lines and 16 extensions. It is capable of supporting Panasonic analog proprietary telephones, a DSS Console and single line devices such as single line telephones and fax machines.
Printer or PC for SMDR (Station Message Detail Recording) AC Surge Protector Avoid using the same AC outlet for office equipment 120 V AC, 60 Hz and the KX-TA1232. Use a dedicated AC outlet only. External Music Source 1 Amplifier Speaker 1...
System Outline 1.4 Options 1.4.1 Options Max. Model No. Model Name Description Quantity on KX-TA1232 KX-TA123270 8 Extension Expansion Unit Adds 8 extension lines. KX-TA123280 4 CO Line Expansion Unit Adds 4 outside lines. KX-TA123291 DISA Card Supports the Direct Inward System Access (DISA) feature and records outgoing messages.
Circuit Volt: 5 V, 15 V Power Failure • Memory backup duration: seven years with the factory-provided lithium battery • 3 outside lines max. for KX-TA1232 automatic transfer to extensions (Power Failure Transfer) Power 87 W (under maximum load conditions) Consumption...
System Outline 1.5.2 Characteristics Station Loop Limit Proprietary Telephone: 40 Single Line Telephone: 600 including set Doorphone: 20 Minimum Leakage Resistance 15 000 Maximum Number of Station 1 for proprietary telephone or single line telephone Instruments per Line 2 by Parallel Connection of a proprietary telephone and a single line telephone Ring Voltage 70 Vrms at 20 Hz depending on the Ringing Load...
System Outline 1.5.3 System Capacity Lines, Station Equipment Actual capacity will depend on the number or / and type of units connected to the system. Item Max. Quantity TA1232 Doorphones Door Openers External Pagers External Music Sources System Data Item Max.
Install at least 1.8 m (6 feet) away from radios and televisions. (Both the system and Panasonic proprietary telephones) Do not obstruct area around the system (for reasons of maintenance and inspection — be especially careful to allow space for cooling above and at the sides of the system).
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Please use one pair telephone wire for extension connection of (telephone) equipment such as single line telephones, data terminals, answering machines, computers, voice processing systems, etc., except Panasonic proprietary telephones (e.g., KX-T7135, KX-T7130). The Power Switch of the system must be off during wiring. After all of the wiring is completed, turn the Power Switch on.
General Installation 2.2 Installation of the Main Unit 2.2.1 Unpacking Unpack the box and check the items below: KX-TA1232 Main Unit AC Cord Template Screws (Wall Mounting) four Pager Connectors Music Source Connectors Expansion Line Cord Holder Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.2.2 Location of Interfaces Overview Ground Terminal Serial Interface (RS-232C) Connector AC Inlet Power Switch Power Indicator Inside View Outside Line Modular Jacks Extension Amphenol Connector Paging Jack 2 Paging Jack 1 External Music Jack 2 External Music Jack 1 DISA System Clear Switch DOORPHONE...
General Installation 2.2.3 Wall Mounting This set is designed for wall mounting only. The wall where the main unit is to be mounted must be able to support the weight of the main unit. If screws other than the ones supplied are used, use screws with the same diameter as the ones enclosed.
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General Installation Mounting on Concrete or Mortar Wall Place the template (included) on the wall to mark the screw positions. Template Drill holes and drive the anchor plugs (user-supplied) with a hammer, flush to the wall. To the wall surface Concrete Wall Anchor Plug 6.4 mm...
General Installation 2.2.4 Opening Front Cover Loosen the two screws on the right side of the main unit. Open the front cover in the direction of arrow screw screw screw screw Note The two screws are attached to the front cover with springs so that they will not be lost. Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.2.5 Frame Ground Connection IMPORTANT Connect the frame of the main unit to ground. Loosen the screw. Insert the grounding wire. Tighten the screw. Connect the grounding wire to ground. To ground To ground In most of the continental United States, the ground provided by the "Third wire ground" at the commercial power outlet will be satisfactory.
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General Installation If the reading is not obtained the outlet is not adequately grounded, see a qualified electrician. Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.3 Connection 2.3.1 Outside Line Connection Connection Insert the modular plugs of the telephone line cords (4-conductor wiring) into the modular jacks on the system. Connect the line cord to the terminal board or the Central Office jack. T2 R1 T1 R2 R: Ring T: Tip...
General Installation 2.3.2 Extension Connection Extension jacks 1 through 16 are for all kinds of telephones. Maximum Cabling Distance The maximum length of the extension line cord (twisted cable) which connects the system and the extension is as follows: Diameter of the line Max.
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General Installation * 2-pair twisted cabling: Block Terminal 50-Pin Connector Green Line cord Black Yellow White Blue Bridging Clips Installation Manual...
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General Installation Connection Insert the 50-pin connector to the Extension Jack as shown. Connect the wire cords to the appropriate connector pins and the terminal equipment. Refer to the Telephone Wiring (Page 38) and Pin Number Chart (Page 41). Connector type 50-pin (Amphenol 57JE series or the equivalent) DISA...
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General Installation Pin Number Chart Pin no. Cable Color EXTN. 1-8 / EXTN. 9-16 8EXTN.* 8EXTN.* Doorphone WHT-BLU BLU-WHT WHT-ORN Jack Jack Jack Jack ORN-WHT No.1 No.9 No.17 No.25 WHT-BRN BRN-WHT WHT-SLT Jack Jack Jack Jack SLT-WHT No.2 No.10 No.18 No.26 RED-ORN ORN-RED...
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General Installation Note *"8EXTN" in the table indicates an extension expansion area for 8 Extension Expansion Unit (KX-TA123270). System Programming is required for card location identification. • If a telephone or answering machine with an A-A1 relay is connected to the main unit, set the A-A1 relay switch of the telephone or answering machine to OFF position.
General Installation 2.3.3 Telephone Connection Proprietary Telephone / DSS Console Connection Connect proprietary telephones and a DSS Console as follows: Analog Proprietary Telephone Included telephone line cord Connect to an Advanced Hybrid System (TO EMSS). KX-T7040 DSS Console Included telephone line cord Connect to an Advanced Hybrid System (TO EMSS).
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Any single line telephone can be connected in parallel with a proprietary telephone as follows: Modular T-Adaptor 2-conductor wiring cord (Panasonic KX-J66 or USOC RJA2X) Connect pins “T” and “R”. 4-conductor wiring cord For APT: Connect pins “T2”, “R”, “L”...
General Installation 2.3.4 Polarity Sensitive Telephone Connection If your telephone is polarity sensitive, follow the procedure below: Complete all the required extension wiring. Confirm that dialing can be done from all the extensions using a touch-tone telephone. If dialing fails, the polarity between the extension and the system must be reversed. Reverse as shown.
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General Installation Reverse as shown. Extension Central Office Line Reverse here Every time an extension telephone is replaced, repeat the above procedure. Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.3.5 External Pager (Paging Equipment) Connection Up to two external pagers (user-supplied) can be connected to the KX-TA1232 as illustrated below. Use an RCA connector and shielded cable. • Output impedance: 600 Maximum length of the cable AWG 18 — 22: Under 10 m (33 feet)
General Installation 2.3.6 External Music Source Connection Up to two music sources such as a radio (user-supplied) can be connected to the KX-TA1232 as illustrated below. Insert the plug to the earphone / headphone jack on the external music source.
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General Installation Features Guide Reference Background Music (BGM) Background Music (BGM) — External Music on Hold Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.3.7 Printer and PC Connection A user-supplied printer or personal computer (PC) can be connected to the system. These are used to print out or refer to the Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) call records and system programming data. Connect the printer cable or the PC cable to the Serial Interface (RS-232C) connector.
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General Installation The pin configuration of Serial Interface (RS-232C) Connector is as follows: Signal Name Circuit Type EIA CCITT Frame Ground SD (TXD) Transmitted Data RD (RXD) Received Data RS (RTS) Request To Send CS (CTS) Clear To Send DR (DSR) Data Set Ready Signal Ground CD (DCD)
General Installation If you connect a printer or an IBM-PC with a 9-pin cable, follow the chart below. System 9-pin Cable Printer/IBM-PC Circuit Circuit Signal Signal Type Type Name Name (EIA) (EIA) SD (TXD) RD (RXD) RD (RXD) SD (TXD) RS (RTS) ER (DTR) CS (CTS)
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General Installation Data Carrier Detect: CD (DCD): (input) The ON condition is an indication to data terminal (DTE) that the carrier signal is being received. Programming Guide Reference [800] SMDR Incoming / Outgoing Call Log Printout [801] SMDR Format [802] System Data Printout [806] Serial Interface (RS-232C) Parameters Features Guide Reference Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR)
General Installation 2.3.8 Installation of Lightning Protectors Overview A lightning protector is a device to be installed on an outside line to prevent a dangerous surge from entering the building and damaging equipment. A dangerous surge can occur if a telephone line comes in contact with a power line. Trouble due to lightning surges has been showing a steady increase with the development of electronic equipment.
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General Installation Outside Installation Diagram If you install an extension outside of the main building, the following precautions are recommended: Install the extension wire underground. Use a conduit to protect the wire. (Main Building) Protectors (Another Building) Ter- Main EXTN minal Unit Board...
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General Installation Earth Rod Installation Diagram Lightning Protector Grounding Wire Main Unit (Underground) Earth Rod Installation location of the earth rod: Near the protector Check obstructions: None Composition of the earth rod: Metal Depth of the earth rod: More than 50 cm (20 inches) Size of the grounding wire: Thickness is more than 16 AWG.
General Installation 2.4 Installation of Optional Cards and Units 2.4.1 Location of Optional Cards and Units The location of the optional cards and units is shown below. Precaution To protect the printed circuit boards (P-boards) from static electricity, do not touch parts on the P-boards in the main unit and on the optional cards.
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General Installation Note System Programming is required for expansion unit location. Refer to [109] Expansion Unit Type. Default: Area 1 = 4 CO Line Expansion Unit, Area 2 and 3 = 8 Extension Expansion Unit. DISA Card, Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card Install DISA Card, KX-TA123291.
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General Installation Caller ID Cards Up to three Caller ID Cards (KX-TA123293) can be installed to the initially provided Outside Line Card and 4 CO Line Expansion Unit. This card supports Caller ID services offered by the central office. The initially provided Outside Line Card is located behind the inside cover. Initial Outside Line Card Install up to two Caller ID Cards, KX-TA123293.
General Installation 2.4.2 4 CO Line Expansion Unit Connection To add four outside lines (outside lines 9 through 12), use the optional 4 CO Line Expansion Unit (KX-TA123280). This unit can be installed to any of the expansion unit areas provided on the front of the main unit.
General Installation 2.4.3 8 Extension Expansion Unit Connection To add eight extensions (jack numbers 17 through 24 or 25 through 32), use the optional 8 Extension Expansion Unit (KX-TA123270). To add 16 extensions (jack numbers 17 through 32), use two 8 Extension Expansion Units. This unit can be installed to any of the expansion unit areas provided on the front of the main unit.
General Installation 2.4.4 Installing Expansion Unit The following procedures can be used to install the optional expansion units. The following steps 1 through 5 and 7 through 10 are the same for all expansion units. Step 6 is different for each unit. Loosen the two screws on the cover plate.
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General Installation Hook the cabinet on the main unit and slide the cabinet to the left until it is secured. Loosen the outside screw and slide the cover to the right. Outside screw Secure the inside screw (included) to fix the cabinet to the main unit. Inside screw Note Be sure to fix the inside screw to the main unit, or the unit may not work properly.
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General Installation (If a option is to be installed) If a KX-TA123280 is to be installed; Insert the modular plugs of the telephone line cords (4-conductor wiring) into the modular jacks on the unit. (T1/R1) (T2/R2) Outside Line 9, Outside Line 10 Outside Line 11, Outside Line 12 T2 R1 T1 R2 R: Ring...
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General Installation If a KX-TA123270 is to be installed; Insert the connector into the jack. Jack for Power Failure Transfer Connector type 50-pin (Amphenol 57JE series or the equivalent) To extensions (Jacks 17 – 24 or 25 – 32) Note •...
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General Installation Tie all of the cords into a bundle. If other cords are exposed in the upper cabinets, tie them also. Close the cabinet cover and secure the outside screw. Cover the cords with the cord holder (included). Cord holder Fix the cords to the wall as shown so that the front cover can be opened.
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General Installation Note • If you attach the Caller ID Card (KX-TA123293) to the 4 CO Line Expansion Unit (KX- A123280), attach it before installing the 4 CO Line Expansion Unit to the main unit. For installation, Refer to 2.4.6 Caller ID Card Installation. •...
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General Installation Amphenol 57JE Type (screw-attach-type 50-pin connector) Connection for KX-TA123270 To fix the Amphenol 57JE type (screw-attach type 50-pin connector) to the 8 Extension Expansion Unit, follow the procedure below. The 50-pin connector (Jack) on the Expansion Unit has two hook-pins. Remove the upper hook-pin, and take out the screw.
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General Installation To attach the Amphenol 57JE type (Plug) to the connector, drive the accessory screw into the upper part. Fasten the accessory wire tie around the lower hook-pin and the Amphenol 57JE type, as shown. Accessory screw Amphenol 57JE type Accessory wire tie 57JE type Hook-pin...
General Installation 2.4.5 DISA Card Installation The DISA Card (KX-TA123291) can be installed as follows. Installing the DISA Card (KX-TA123291) Insert the upper side of the DISA Card into the two hooks on the main unit. DISA Card Press down the two corners of the lower side of the DISA Card. Connect the cord to the DISA Card Connector.
General Installation 2.4.6 Caller ID Card Installation A maximum of three Caller ID Cards can be installed. The Caller ID Cards can be installed to the initially provided Outside Line Card and / or to an optional 4 CO Line Expansion Unit (KX- TA123280), as required.
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General Installation Installing to the Optional 4 CO Line Expansion Unit The following procedure must be done before installing the 4 CO Line Expansion Unit (KX- TA123280) to the main unit. Loosen the five screws located at the rear of the 4 CO Line Expansion Unit. Remove the back plate and take out the P-board.
General Installation 2.4.7 Doorphone and Door Opener Connection To connect up to four doorphones (KX-T30865) and up to four door openers (user-supplied), a Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card (KX-TA123260) is required. Installing the Doorphone Loosen the screw to separate the doorphone into two halves. screw Install the base cover to the wall with two screws.
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General Installation Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card Installation Connect two 4-conductor modular connectors to the Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card Cabinet, and pass the cords through the grooves in the cabinet. Attach the Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card Cabinet to the main unit and press down.
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General Installation Wiring of the Doorphone Connect the Doorphone / Door Opener Interface Card to the terminal box using two 4- conductor modular connectors. Connect the wires of doorphone 1 to the red and green screws of the terminal box. Connect the wires of doorphone 2 to the yellow and black screws of the terminal box.
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General Installation Connecting Door Openers Loosen the screw to remove the cover. Loosen the screws on the terminal strip. Installation Manual...
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General Installation Insert the wires coming from the door openers into holes and tighten the screws. Pass all the wires through the Holder. Holder To door opener 4 To door opener 3 To door opener 2 To door opener 1 Note •...
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General Installation Maximum cabling distance of the doorphone and the door opener line The maximum length of the doorphone and door opener line that connects to the main unit is shown below: 26 AWG: Under 70 m (230 feet) 24 AWG: Under 113 m (370 feet) 22 AWG: Under 180 m (590 feet) Doorphone KX-T30865...
General Installation 2.5 Auxiliary Connection for Power Failure Transfer 2.5.1 Auxiliary Connection for Power Failure Transfer Power Failure Transfer connects specific single line telephones to selected outside lines in the event of system power failure as follows: Outside Line 1 — Extension (T, R) Jack 1 / Outside Line 3 —...
General Installation 2.6 Closing the Front Cover 2.6.1 Closing the Front Cover Fasten all the cables and cords with the cord fastener. Replace the cover and tighten the screw. Note Be sure to tighten two screws, or the unit may not work properly. screw screw screw...
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General Installation Tie together all of the connected cords and attach them to the wall so that the cords cannot be pulled out of the main unit. Installation Manual...
General Installation 2.7 Starting the System for the First Time 2.7.1 Starting the System for the First Time Set the Power Switch to the "OFF" position. Set the System Clear Switch to the "CLEAR" position. Plug the AC power cord into the system and an AC outlet. Turn the Power Switch on.
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General Installation Notice • After pressing the Reset Button, slide the System Clear Switch to the "NORMAL" position at step 6 while the power indicator is flashing (within approximately 10 seconds). Otherwise, the system will not start up with the default values. CAUTION The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that the socket-outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
General Installation 2.8 System Restart 2.8.1 System Restart After starting the system, if the system does not operate properly, restart the system. Before restarting the system, try the system feature again to confirm whether there definitely is a problem or not. System Restart causes the following: Camp-on is cleared.
General Installation 2.9 System Data Clear 2.9.1 System Data Clear After storing or changing the system programming data, it is possible to clear your programming data stored in the system, if required. The system will restart with the default setting. Slide the System Clear Switch to the "CLEAR"...
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Troubleshooting Section 3 Troubleshooting This section provides information for system and telephone troubleshooting. Installation Manual...
Troubleshooting 3.1 Troubleshooting 3.1.1 Installation PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Extension does not operate. Bad printed circuit board Exchange printed circuit board for (Extension Unit). another printed circuit board. Bad connection between the Take the extension and plug it into the system and extension.
The T / R is connected to the L / H. Use the correct cord (inner 2 an extension? wires are for T / R and the outer 2 wires are for L / H). KX-TA1232 extension Connection between the system and a single line telephone: CAUSE SOLUTION The T / R is connected to the L / H.
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T1 / R1 or T2 / R2 of the telephone jack using 2- conductor wiring. Can you dial out on an Outside line KX-TA1232 outside line? Outside lines are connected to the T2 / R1. Outside line KX-TA1232 Installation Manual...
(APT) is single line telephone. jack numbers 1, 9 and 17 connected to the jack. • Set the Tone / Pulse switch to the for KX-TA1232 do not • The dialing mode (tone or other position. operate. pulse) is improper.
Troubleshooting 3.1.4 Using the Reset Button If the system does not operate properly, use the Reset Button. Before using the Reset Button, try the system feature again to confirm whether there definitely is a problem or not. When the System Clear Switch is set to "NORMAL", pressing the Reset Button causes the following: Camp-on is cleared.
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Troubleshooting If the system still does not work, switch the power off. Then consult an authorized service person. When the power supply stops, certain extensions are automatically connected straight to specific outside lines: Extension (T, R) of jack number 1: Outside line 1 Extension (T, R) of jack number 9: Outside line 3 Extension (T, R) of jack number 17: Outside line 9 Connect single line telephones to the above extension jacks.
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Index Numerics 4 CO Line Expansion Unit (KX-TA123280) KX-T30865 (Doorphone) 4 CO Line Expansion Unit Connection 8 Extension Expansion Unit (KX-TA123270) 8 Extension Expansion Unit Connection Lightning Protectors Location of Interfaces Location of Optional Cards and Units Advanced Hybrid System Amphenol 57JE Type Analog Proprietary Telephones (APT) Maximum Cabling Distance...
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