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Installation Manual

DECT Repeater

Model No.    

KX-A406

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Document Version: 2015-02

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Page 1: ... Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product Please read this manual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use Note R In this manual the suffix of each model number is omitted unless necessary Document Version 2015 02 ...

Page 2: ...allation reference when using this repeater with Panasonic Cell Stations Portable Stations Panasonic SIP Cordless Phones and Panasonic Digital Cordless Phones The SIP Cordless Phone base unit and the Digital Cordless Phone base unit are described as base unit in this manual This manual contains the following sections 1 Linking to Cell Stations Details the procedure for using the repeater with Pana...

Page 3: ...egistering the Repeater 16 Using the Repeater 18 Troubleshooting 19 2 Linking to SIP Cordless Phones Linking to SIP Cordless Phones 22 Compatible Devices 22 Indicators 22 Installation Registering the Repeater 23 Troubleshooting 24 3 Linking to Digital Cordless Phones Linking to Digital Cordless Phones except for North America 26 Indicators 26 Installation Registering the Repeater 26 Troubleshootin...

Page 4: ...e product supports the intended operating environment R If the product does not operate properly disconnect the AC adaptor cord then connect again R The product may not operate in the event of a power failure R Satisfactory operation interoperability and compatibility cannot be guaranteed with all equipment connected to the product nor with all services provided by telecommunications providers ove...

Page 5: ...rmation about collection and recycling of old products and batteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment please c...

Page 6: ...h FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment R To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements the product must be installed and operated 20 cm 8 inches or more between the product and all person s body R This product may not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter FCC ID can be found on the back of this product Note This equipment ha...

Page 7: ...or on top of a TV or VCR This will often reduce or eliminate interference This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this product RF Exposure Warning R This product complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled...

Page 8: ...oise such as radios or televisions Near devices that emit high frequency noise such as sewing machines or welders Routine care R Wipe the outer surface of the repeater with a soft moist cloth R Do not use benzine thinner or any abrasive powder R Disconnect the AC adaptor cord from the product before cleaning Clean the product with a soft dry cloth Do not use liquid aerosol cleaners abrasive powder...

Page 9: ...d Up to 6 repeaters can be registered to one Cell Station CS and up to 2 repeaters can be registered to one base unit Also up to 3 repeaters can be arranged in a cascade configuration 1 1 Cascade connections are not available when connecting with KX TGP500 or KX TGP550 base units Note R You must register the repeater with your CS base unit before it can be used System Connection Example Example Co...

Page 10: ...environment R If the repeater s STATUS indicator and RSSI ID indicator turn green the radio signal strength level is strong after turning on the repeater the site is suitable for installing the repeater CS PS B A Base unit handset B A KX A406 CS Base unit A Repeater coverage area for synchronization between CS base unit destination repeater and repeater Maximum Distance 40 m to 50 m 98 ft to 131 f...

Page 11: ...ater or to switch to Operation Mode ID Confirmation mode Verification mode Manual Registration mode ID Modification Mode De registration Mode or Site Survey Mode Hook Included Accessories AC adaptor 1 Screws 2 Washers 2 Model No Part No KX A406 PQLV219 KX A406UK PQLV219E KX A406CE PQLV219CE KX A406AL PQLV219AL KX A406LC PQLV219BX KX A406LA PQLV219 Note For users in the United States only To order ...

Page 12: ...Model No CS KX TDA0141 KX TDA0142 KX TDA0155 KX TDA0156 KX TDA0158 KX NCP0158 KX NS0154 Indicators The indicator patterns and the corresponding status of the repeater in each mode are as follows For details about each mode refer to Registering the Repeater or Using the Repeater Mode Status Indicators STATUS RSSI ID Power Off Off Off De registration Mode Entering De registration mode 0 5 seconds 1 ...

Page 13: ... seconds 2 Quick Green Flashing Off ID1 Green On 1 Red Flash ID2 2 Red Flashes ID3 3 Red Flashes ID4 4 Red Flashes ID5 5 Red Flashes ID6 6 Red Flashes ID assigned Red On ID Modification Mode Entering ID Modification Mode after 5 seconds 3 Quick Amber Flashing Off ID1 Amber On 1 Red Flash ID2 2 Red Flashes ID3 3 Red Flashes ID4 4 Red Flashes ID5 5 Red Flashes ID6 6 Red Flashes ID assigned Red On ID...

Page 14: ...epeater while pressing and holding down the PROGRAM button 2 The time elapsed after pressing and holding down the PROGRAM button in Operation mode 3 The time elapsed after pressing and holding down the PROGRAM button in ID Confirmation Verification Tone mode Flashing Speeds Indicators flash in a cycle at the following speeds Type of Flashing Speed Regular Flashing 640 ms On 640 ms Off Quick Flashi...

Page 15: ...e configuration Each repeater in the cascade is automatically registered to the CS in Easy Registration mode when it is turned on Then in Manual Registration mode register each cascade repeater to its destination repeater For details about the manual registration procedure refer to Manual Registration Installing the Repeater a After all registration is complete place the repeater where you want to...

Page 16: ...stered the STATUS indicator will flash red and the repeater automatically enters Easy Registration mode 3 When the repeater has found a CS the STATUS indicator will turn green Registration is complete Manual Registration In manual registration the repeater can be registered to another repeater to create a cascade configuration Note It is necessary to check the ID of the repeater you are attempting...

Page 17: ...econds to assign the ID to the repeater The RSSI ID indicator will turn red 8 Release the PROGRAM button to reset the repeater The STATUS indicator and the RSSI ID indicator will turn amber for 2 seconds and then the STATUS indicator start flashing red The repeater will then start searching for a repeater with the assigned ID 9 When the repeater has found a repeater with the assigned ID the STATUS...

Page 18: ...e Mode The ID of currently registered repeaters can be checked in ID Confirmation mode Also the coverage area of registered repeaters can be checked using a PS in Verification Tone mode When the beep is no longer heard the PS is no longer in range of the repeater 1 In Operation mode press the PROGRAM button to switch to ID Confirmation Verification Tone mode The STATUS indicator will turn amber 2 ...

Page 19: ...te Survey mode on the current channel is now operational Note A carrier sense is performed regularly in Site Survey mode If the selected channel is not available busy the STATUS indicator will flash red to indicate the channel number and the repeater will stop transmitting 5 Activate the site survey function on the PS to measure the radio signal strength level The repeater CSID is 1234567890 Note ...

Page 20: ...istration R The repeater s STATUS indicator and RSSI ID indicator flash green and red alternately alarm indication R The ID of the repeater is the same as the ID of another repeater including cascade configuration repeaters that is registered to the same CS R Follow the procedure below to change the ID of the repeater 1 Press the PROGRAM button to cancel the alarm indication of the repeater The re...

Page 21: ...a repeater zone when receiving a call in group ring mode R Answer the call before moving between CS repeater zones R When talking and moving between zones you hear an alarm or continuous noise or your call is disconnected R The new zone is busy so handover cannot occur R Return to the original zone and continue your call 21 1 Linking to Cell Stations ...

Page 22: ...Out of base unit range Flashing R The repeater is not registered to the base unit Off R The power is off AC adaptor is not connected properly RSSI ID Green On R Signal strength of the base unit is strong Flashing R The number of times the RSSI ID indicator flashes indicates the current ID of registered repeaters When it flashes green once it indicates that the ID is currently set to 1 R The base u...

Page 23: ...on 1 Repeater Connect the AC adaptor 2 Base unit Press and hold the Handset locator button for about 4 seconds until the STATUS indicator flashes red R The button and indicator depend on the base unit R If all registered handsets start ringing press the same button to stop Then repeat this step R The next step must be completed within 90 seconds 3 Repeater Connect the AC adaptor to an AC outlet R ...

Page 24: ...lution The repeater does not work R When the indicators do not turn on the AC adaptor is not connected properly Check the connections R When the indicators do not turn green move the repeater closer to the base unit R Registration may have been canceled Deregister the repeater then re register Deregister 1 Unplug the AC adaptor then press and hold the PROGRAM button 2 While pressing and holding th...

Page 25: ...ing the PROGRAM button re connect the AC adaptor 3 Keep pressing and holding the PROGRAM button for about 10 seconds until the STATUS indicator stops flashing and RSSI ID indicator turns red Then release the PROGRAM button R The STATUS indicator and the RSSI ID indicator turn amber for about 2 seconds and the STATUS indicator flashes red again R If the STATUS indicator flashes green after releasin...

Page 26: ...ignal strength of the base unit is strong Amber On R Signal strength of the base unit is weak Red On R Out of base unit range Off R The repeater is not being used R The power is off Installation Registering the Repeater Once the repeater is connected to an AC outlet it automatically goes into registration mode if not already registered IMPORTANT R If the repeater is already registered deregister t...

Page 27: ...for about 2 seconds 4 Repeater Wait until the STATUS indicator and RSSI ID indicator turn green The repeater is ready for use R If the indicators do not turn green re position the repeater in a place where the indicators turn green 5 Base unit To exit registration mode press the Handset locator button R The button depends on the base unit Note R The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times It...

Page 28: ...ROGRAM button R The STATUS indicator and the RSSI ID indicator turn amber for about 2 seconds and the STATUS indicator flashes red again R If the STATUS indicator flashes green after releasing the PROGRAM button deregistration failed Deregister the repeater again Re register Unplug the AC adaptor then perform from step 2 of Installation Registering the Repeater While talking using the handset soun...

Page 29: ...o the wall 1 Place the reference for wall mounting on the wall to mark the 2 screw positions 2 Install the 2 screws and washers included into the wall Note R Make sure that the screw heads are at the same distance from the wall R Install the screws perpendicular to the wall 3 Hook the repeater on the screw heads 1 2 1 Washer 2 Drive the screw to this point 29 Appendix ...

Page 30: ...l mounting 1 1 37 mm 1 15 32 in 1 Install a screw here Note Make sure to set the print size to correspond with the size of this page If the dimension of the paper output still deviates slightly from the measurement indicated here use the measurement indicated here 30 Appendix ...

Page 31: ...ous calls may decrease depending on the wireless environment or the PBX s system configuration General Specifications Dimensions Width Depth Height 111 mm W 39 mm D 82 mm H 4 3 8 in 1 1 2 in 3 1 4 in Weight 88 g 3 1 oz Power Supply AC Adaptor Input KX A406 KX A406LA AC 100 V 120 V 60 Hz KX A406CE KX A406UK KX A406AL KX A406LC AC 220 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Output DC 6 5 V 500 mA Operating Temperature ...

Page 32: ...kHz Bit Rate 1152 kbps Modulation Scheme GFSK Transmission Output KX A406 Peak 115 mW KX A406CE KX A406UK KX A406AL KX A406LC KX A406LA Peak 250 mW 1 The wireless interface differs according to the country area 32 Appendix ...

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