Panasonic Kx Ta824 Installation Manual

							 Model No.    KX-TA824
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Advanced Hybrid System.
Please read this manual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
KX-TA824: Version  3.0
Advanced Hybrid System
Installation Manual
Document Version: 2007-04 
						

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System Components
Abbreviations in this manual
Proprietary Telephone: PT
Single Line Telephone: SLT
Direct Station Selection: DSS
Compatible Proprietary Telephones
• KX-T7700, KX-T7300, KX-T7000, and KX-TA30800 series PTs
 KX-T7740, KX-T7340, and KX-T7040 DSS Consoles System Components Table
Model Description
Main UnitKX-TA824 Advanced Hybrid System: 3 to 8 Outside (CO) Lines, 8 to 24 
Extensions
Optional Service CardsKX-TA82461 4-Port Doorphone Card
KX-TA82470 8-Port Hybrid Extension Card
KX-TA82481 2-Port Analog CO Line and 8-Port Hybrid Extension Card
KX-TA82483 3-Port Analog CO Line and 8-Port Hybrid Extension Card
KX-TA82491 Message Expansion Card for DISA OGMs
KX-TA82492 2-Channel Voice Message Card
KX-TA82493 3-Port Caller ID Card
Proprietary EquipmentKX-T30865 Doorphone
Expandability of Outside (CO) Lines and Extensions
KX-TA82483 KX-TA82481 KX-TA82470
Expanded 
System Outside (CO) Line: 3 Outside (CO) Line: 2 Outside (CO) Line: 0
Extension: 8 Extension: 8 Extension: 8
KX-TA824
Outside (CO) Line: 3
Extension: 8–
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–0
83
16
–
–2
8–
–5
16
3
8–
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–6
16
3
8–
–0
86
24
3
82
8–
–8
24 
						

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 Wireless PTs such as KX-T7885, KX-TD7895, and KX-TD7896
For the equipment that can be connected to the PBX, refer to 1.2.2 System Connection Diagram.
Important Notice
Prior to connection of this product, please verify that the intended operating environment is 
supported.
Satisfactory performance cannot be guaranteed for the following:
– interoperability and compatibility with all devices and systems connected to this product
– proper operation and compatibility with services provided by telecommunications 
companies over connected networks 
						

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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: 
1.Read and understand all instructions.
2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol 
cleaners. Clean with a damp cloth.
4.Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or 
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 
5.Do not place the product on an unstable surface, as a fall may cause serious internal damage.
6.Slots and openings in the front, back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation; to 
protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should 
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface while in use. 
The product should never be placed near or over a radiator or other heat source. This product 
should not be placed in a sealed environment unless proper ventilation is provided. 
7.The product should only be connected to the type of electrical power supply specified on the 
product label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer 
or local power company. 
8.For safety purposes this unit is equipped with a grounded plug. If you do not have a grounded 
outlet, please have one installed. Do not bypass this safety feature by tampering with the plug.
9.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the power cord 
may be stepped on or tripped on.
10.To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
11.Do not insert objects of any kind into this product through its slots and openings, as they may 
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric 
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or in the product.
12.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Only qualified personnel 
should service this product. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages 
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock.
13.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and have it serviced by qualified service personnel in the 
following cases:
a)When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b)If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c)If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d)If the product does not operate according to the operating instructions. Adjust only the 
controls that are explained in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other 
controls may result in damage and may require service by a qualified technician to restore 
the product to normal operation.
e)If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f)If product performance deteriorates.
14.Avoid using wired telephones during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock 
from lightning. 
15.Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak to report the leak.
SAVE THESE  INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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Precautions
 Keep the unit away from heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise such as 
fluorescent lamps, motors and televisions. These noise sources can interfere with the 
performance of the PBX.
 This unit should be kept free of dust, moisture, high temperature (more than 40 °C [104 °F]) and 
vibration, and should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
 If you are having problems making calls to outside destinations, follow this procedure to test the 
outside (CO) lines:
1.Disconnect the PBX from all outside (CO) lines.
2.Connect known working single line telephones (SLTs) to those outside (CO) lines.
3.Make a call to an external destination using those SLTs.
If a call cannot be carried out correctly, there may be a problem with the outside (CO) line that 
the SLT is connected to. Contact your telephone company.
If all SLTs operate properly, there may be a problem with your PBX. Do not reconnect the PBX 
to the outside (CO) lines until it has been serviced by an authorized Panasonic Factory Service 
Center.
 Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not clean the unit with abrasive powders or with chemical 
agents such as benzene or thinner.
WARNING
• THIS UNIT MAY ONLY BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
 IF DAMAGE TO THE UNIT EXPOSES ANY INTERNAL PARTS, DISCONNECT 
THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IMMEDIATELY AND RETURN THE UNIT TO YOUR 
DEALER.
 UNPLUG THIS UNIT FROM THE AC OUTLET IF IT EMITS SMOKE, AN 
ABNORMAL SMELL OR MAKES UNUSUAL NOISE. THESE CONDITIONS CAN 
CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONFIRM THAT SMOKE HAS STOPPED 
AND CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED PANASONIC FACTORY SERVICE CENTER.
 WHEN RELOCATING THE EQUIPMENT, FIRST DISCONNECT THE TELECOM 
CONNECTION BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE POWER CONNECTION. WHEN 
THE UNIT IS INSTALLED IN THE NEW LOCATION, RECONNECT THE POWER 
FIRST, AND THEN RECONNECT THE TELECOM CONNECTION.
 TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
 THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS USED AS THE MAIN DISCONNECT DEVICE. 
ENSURE THAT THE AC OUTLET IS LOCATED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND IS 
EASILY ACCESSIBLE. 
						

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Notice for users in California
This product contains a CR coin cell lithium battery that 
contains perchlorate material—special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 
						

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When you ship the product
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Attach a postage-paid letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton. DO NOT send the 
product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs.
Product Service
Panasonic Factory Service Centers for this product are listed in the Service Center Directory. Consult 
your certified Panasonic dealer for detailed instructions.
For Future Reference
Please print, record, and retain the following information for future reference.
Note
The serial number of this product can be found on the label affixed to the unit. You should record 
the model number and the serial number of this unit as a permanent record of your purchase to 
aid in identification in the event of theft.
MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
DATE OF PURCHASE
NAME OF DEALER
DEALERS ADDRESS
DEALERS TEL. NO. 
						

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Introduction
About the Installation Manual
This Installation Manual is designed to serve as an overall technical reference for Panasonic 
Advanced Hybrid System, KX-TA824. It explains how to install the hardware and program this PBX 
using KX-TA Maintenance Console.
The Installation Manual is divided into the following sections:
Section 1 System Outline
Provides general information on the PBX, including the system capacity and specifications.
Section 2 Installation
Provides detailed instructions for installing the PBX, optional service cards, and peripheral 
equipment.
Section 3 Guide for KX-TA Maintenance Console
Explains how to install and use KX-TA Maintenance Console, a PC-based programming utility.
Section 4 Troubleshooting
Provides information on troubleshooting and restar ting the PBX.
About the Other Manuals
The following manuals are also available:
Feature Manual
The Feature Manual explains what the PBX can do, as well as how to obtain the most of its many 
features and facilities.
Programming Manual
The Programming Manual explains how to program the PBX using Panasonic proprietary 
telephones (PTs) or the KX-TA Maintenance Console.
Operating Manual
The Operating Manual describes how users can access commonly used PBX features and 
functions with their PTs, single line telephones (SLTs), and Direct Station Selection (DSS) 
Consoles.
Trademarks
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Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
 All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
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F.C.C. REQUIREMENTS AND RELEVANT 
INFORMATION
1.Notification to the Telephone Company
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the 
ACTA. On the side of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product 
identifier in the following format:
 US:AAAEQ##TXXXX
If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Installation must be performed by a qualified professional installer. If required, provide the 
telephone company with the following technical information:
 Telephone numbers to which the system will be connected
 Make: Panasonic
 Model: KX-TA824
 Certification No.: found on the side of the unit
 Ringer Equivalence No.: 0.4B
 Facility Interface Code: 02LS2
 Service Order Code: 9.0F
 Required Network Interface Jack: RJ11
2.Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. 
Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an 
incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be 
certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total 
RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN 
for this product is part of the product identifier that has the following format:
 US:AAAEQ##TXXXX
The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 04 is a REN of 0.4). For 
earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.
3.Incidence of Harm to the Telephone Lines
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you 
in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isnt 
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be 
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
4.Changes in Telephone Company Communications Facilities, Equipment, Operations and 
Procedures
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures 
that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will 
provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain 
uninterrupted service.
5.Trouble with this equipment
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please see the 
attached warranty, which includes the Service Center Directory. If the equipment is causing harm 
to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the 
equipment until the problem is resolved. 
						

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6.Connection to Party Line
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility 
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.
7.Combined Use with Alarm Equipment
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the 
installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about 
what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and 
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 
the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance 
could void the users authority to operate this device.
When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergency numbers:
1.Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call before 
hanging up.
2.Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning hours or late evenings.
WARNING
The software contained in the TRS feature to allow user access to the network 
must be upgraded to recognize newly established network area codes and 
exchange codes as they are placed into service. Failure to upgrade the premises 
PBXs or peripheral equipment to recognize the new codes as they are established 
will restrict the customer and the customers employees from gaining access to 
the network and to these codes.
KEEP THE SOFTWARE UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LATEST DATA.