Aiphone NIM Series Instructions User Manual

							NIM system
INSTALLATION MANUAL
APPENDIX
MOUNTING CONNECTION GETTING STARTED
SETUP AFTER 
INSTALLATION
Thank you for selecting Aiphone for your communication needs. Please read this manual carefully before installation, and keep it 
in a safe place for future reference. 
Please note that images and illustrations depicted in this manual may differ from the actual product.
The illustration shows the  * 
Master station, 40-call 
(NIM-40B). 
						

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Contents
Introduction ................................ 3
Precautions ................................. 3
WARNING ........................................... 3
CAUTION ............................................ 3
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ............... 3
NOTICES ............................................ 4
System requirements for PC ............ 5
GETTING STARTED ....................... 6
System confi guration ................ 6
Package contents and 
dimensions ................................. 8
Master station .................................... 8
Sub station, call button, wall jack ... 8
Ceiling speaker, 
ceiling microphone ..........................11
Corridor light, reset button .............11
Software ........................................... 13
MOUNTING  .................................. 14
CONNECTION ............................... 18
Connection wiring diagram 
(outline) ..................................... 18
Handling cables ........................ 20
Notes about handling cables ......... 20
Connection wiring diagram 
(details) ..................................... 21
Connecting to the master station .. 21
Multiple-user room examples of 
using the ceiling speaker (NI-LB) 
and the ceiling microphone 
(NI-SB) .............................................. 22Multiple-user room examples of 
using the ceiling speaker (NI-LB) 
and not using the ceiling 
microphone (NI-SB) ........................ 23
Multiple-user room examples of 
using the bedside handheld sub 
stations (NI-RC) etc. ........................ 24
Examples of using the bathroom 
call buttons 
(NIR-7W or NIR-7HW) ...................... 26
Single room examples of using 
the surface mount sub station 
(NI-BA) .............................................. 27
Examples of using the fl ush 
mount sub station (NI-JA) .............. 28
Notes about connecting to 
a corridor light with nameplate 
(NIR-31, NIR-32, NIR-34) ................. 29
SETUP AFTER INSTALLATION ... 30
Adjusting volume and 
ringtone settings ...................... 30
APPENDIX ..................................... 31
Troubleshooting ....................... 31
Warranty ..................... Back  cover 
						

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Precautions
     Prohibited                     Do not dismantle unit                      Keep unit away from water                     Be sure to follow the instruction  
WARNING
Negligence could result in death or serious injury.
1. Do not dismantle or alter the unit. Fire or electric shock could 
result.
2. Keep the unit away from water or any other liquid.
Fire or electric shock could result.
3. High voltage is present internally. Do not open the case. 
Electric shock could result.
4. For power supply, use Aiphone power supply model specifi ed 
for use with system. If non-specifi ed product is used, fi re or 
malfunction could result.
5. Do not connect any non-specifi ed power source to the +, - 
terminals. Also, do not install two power supplies in parallel to a 
single input. Fire or damage to the unit could result.
6. Do not connect any terminal on the unit to an AC power line. 
Fire or electric shock could result.
7. Keep AC cord from being marred or crushed. If the AC cord is 
damaged, fi re or electric shock could result.
8.Do not plug or unplug unit with wet hands. Electric shock could 
result.
9. Insert AC plug completely and securely into AC outlet. 
Otherwise, fi re or electric shock could result.
10.Periodically check for and remove dust on the power plug. If 
dust is left, it could cause the power plug to heat up, resulting in 
fi re.
11 .Do not put any metal or fl ammable material into the unit through 
the openings. Fire, electric shock, or unit trouble could result.
CAUTION
Negligence could result in injury to people or damage to property.
1.Do not install or make any wire terminations while power supply 
is plugged in. It can cause electrical shock or damage to the unit.
2. When mounting the unit on a wall, install the unit in a 
convenient location, but not where it could be jarred or 
bumped. Injury could result.
3. Before turning on power, make sure wires are not crossed or 
shorted. If not, fi re or electric shock could result.
4.Do not place or install the unit in the locations subject to frequent 
vibration or impact. If the unit falls, injury to people or damage to 
the unit could result.
5. Do not put anything on the unit or cover the unit with cloth, etc. 
Fire or unit trouble could result.
6. Do not install the unit in any of the following locations. Fire, 
electric shock, or unit trouble could result.
Places under direct sunlight or near heating equipment that  * 
varies in temperature.
Places subject to dust, oil, chemicals, hydrogen sulfi de (hot  * 
spring).
Places subject to moisture and humidity extremes, such as  * 
bathrooms, cellars, greenhouses, etc.
Places where the temperature is quite low, such as inside a  * 
refrigerated area or in front of an air conditioner.
Places subject to steam or smoke (near heating or cooking  * 
surfaces).
Where noise generating devices such as dimmer switches or  * 
inverter electrical appliances are closeby.
Locations subject to frequent vibration or impact. * 
Locations subject to extremely powerful electric fi elds. * 
7. Be sure to perform a call test or check the chime volume with 
the handset on the hook. If you operate the hook switch with 
the handset on your ear, a sudden call etc. may cause damage 
to your ear.
8. The unit must be installed and wired by a qualifi ed technician.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Keep the unit more than 1 m (3.3) away from radio or TV sets.
2. Keep the intercom wires more than 30cm (12)  away from AC 
100-240V wiring. AC induced noise and/or unit malfunction could 
result.
3. Comply with all third party manufacturing specifi cations that will be 
used with this system.
4. If it is used close to a cellular phone, the unit may malfunction.
5. The unit can be damaged if dropped. Handle with care.
6. The unit will not work during power failure.
7. In areas where broadcasting station antennas are close by, the 
intercom system may be affected by radio frequency interference.
8. All the units, except for Sub station, fl ush mount (NI-JA), are 
designed for indoor use only. Do not use at outdoor locations.
9. Environmental sound around the unit may hinder clear 
communication, but this is not a malfunction.
10. Using a mobile phone or professional-use radio equipment such 
as walkie-talkie close to the system may cause a malfunction.
Introduction
The NIM system is a communication system designed for applications in facilities such as hospitals, offi ce buildings, factories, • 
schools, and prisons. Various types of equipment enable you to confi gure a system that meets your needs for not only general 
purpose internal communications, but also for calling and communication in health care or various commercial applications.  This 
system also allows you to check the call history by connecting a PC installed with the specifi ed application software.
The NIM system is telecommunication equipment, not to be used as Medical Equipment.
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NOTICES
We will under no conditions be liable for damage that occurs due • to the inability to communicate due to malfunctions, problems, or 
operational errors in this product.
We will under no conditions be liable for any damages or losses 
• resulting from this products contents or specifi cations.
This manual was created by Aiphone Co., Ltd., all rights reserved. 
• Copying a part of or this entire manual without prior permission from 
Aiphone Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden.
Please note that images and illustrations depicted in this manual 
• may differ from the actual ones.
Please note that product specifi cations may be changed for the sake 
• of improvement without prior notice.
This system is not intended for life support or crime prevention. It is 
• just a supplementary means of conveying information. Aiphone will 
under no conditions be liable for loss of life or property which occurs 
while the system is being operated. 
						

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System requirements for PC
Your PC must meet the following system requirements to use the NI-SOFT.
Also refer to the instruction manual supplied with your PC.
OS
(English ver. only)Windows 7 Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate (Service Pack 1, 32/64bit)
Windows 8.1/Pro (32/64bit)
Processor 2.7 GHz or higher
System memory 
(RAM)2 GB RAM or higher
Hard disk Total 100 MB or higher (*1)
Run-time Microsoft® .NET Framework 4.5 (*2)
Display 1024 (W) x 768 (H) or higher, 16-bit or more
Serial port RS-232C, D-sub 9-pin
Fonts Arial
(*1):  If the software is to be installed onto a drive other than C: drive, both the C: drive and the installation drive each require 50 
MB or more of memory.
(*2): If the specifi ed Run-time is not installed on the PC, it will be installed automatically when installing the NI-SOFT.
The NI-SOFT may not run, or may not operate correctly (such as freezes occurring) on a PC with specifi cations below 
• 
the necessary requirements.
We recommend using a PC and CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive that exceed the basic system requirements.• 
The PC should be operable 24 hours a day.• 
Refer to the NI-SOFT operation manual included in the CD-ROM of the NI-SOFT for the setting method of the NI-SOFT.• 
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other 
countries. 
						

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GETTING STARTED
System confi guration
The following is a system confi guration example. You can select needed equipment to confi gure a system to meet your application 
needs.
or
CALL
NOTE: The above example may differ from actual product.
Master station, 40-call (NIM-40B)
Call extension 
speaker (IER-2)
Power supply unit 
(IS-PU only)PC for call 
log software 
(NI-SOFT)Corridor 
light, 
single 
bed 
(NIR-4)NIR-4
Call 
reset 
button 
(NIR-2)NIR-2 Ceiling speaker 
(NI-LB)
NI-LB
Ceiling 
microphone
(NI-SB)
NIR-6
NIR-MB NIR-MB
NIR-6
NIR-8NIR-8NIR-8 Call button 
(NIR-6)Wall jack with 
microphone for 
NIR-8 (NIR-MB)
Sub station, 
fl ush mount 
(NI-JA) Wall jack 
for 
NI-RC 
(NIR-HP)
Bedside handheld 
sub station (NI-RC)NI-RC Corridor light with 
nameplates, 4 names 
(NIR-34)
NIR-7W or 
NIR-7HW Wall jack with 
hanger for 
NI-RC 
(NIR-HPF)Call latching 
wall jack for 
NIR-8 
(NIR-7BS)
NIR-4
NIR-2
(*): Special order product. 
  N/A in North America.
• Master station, 
20-call (NIM-20B)
• Master station, 
60-call
(*)/80-call(*)
Speaker etc. (3W/20Ω, 
third party product)
SP-20N/A
(*)
(
*): North America only
Bedside call 
switch (NIR-8) 
						

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MOUNTING CONNECTION GETTING STARTEDAPPENDIX
SETUP AFTER 
INSTALLATION
CALLCALL
■ Maximum number of stations in a single system
The maximum number of sub stations differs depending on the master station model.
Master station
Sub station (Qty) Personal computer (Qty)
Model Qty
NIM-20B120 1
NIM-40B140 1
Master station, 60-call 
(*)160 1
Master station, 80-call (*)180 1
(*): Special order product. 
  N/A in North America.
■ Communication methods
The following two methods are available on the master station.
Method Communication style Description
Using handsetVoice-actuated communication The communication mode is VOX, half duplex. When speaking 
into the handset, voice is transmitted to the other station. When 
listening, the voice from the remote station is heard through the 
handset.
Hands-freePush-to-talk
To speak, press and hold the 
TALK button.
To listen, release the 
TALK button.
Bathroom 
call button 
(NIR-7W) Bathroom 
call button 
with pull cord 
(NIR-7HW)
Sub station, 
surface mount 
(NI-BA)
NIR-8NIR-HP
NI-RCNIR-4
NIR-2 NIR-4
NIR-2
Wall jack 
for NIR-8 
(NIR-1)Corridor light 
with reset button 
(NIR-42) 
						

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Package contents and dimensions
Verify that the following parts are included for each product package.
Dimensions are shown in millimeters (inches).
* 
Master station
■ Master station, 20-call (NIM-20B)
■ Master station, 40-call (NIM-40B)
* Master station, 60-call(*) or Master station, 80-call(*) is also available. 
Main unit
                 NIM-20B (Front)                                                NIM-40B (Front)                                                             (Side)
480 (18-7/8”)
230 (9-1/16”)
140 (5-1/2”)330 (13”)
230
 (9-1/16”)
Room number plate NameplateInstallation manual/
Operation manualChinese RoHS 
paper
Sub station, call button, wall jack
■ Bedside handheld sub station (NI-RC)
Main unit Hanging bracket
171.5 (6-3/4”)95 (3-3/4”)
28 (1-1/8”)
56 (2-3/16”)
ø36 (1-7/16”)
81 (3-3/16”)
19 (3/4”)
Approx. 30 (1-3/16”)
Chinese RoHS paper
NIM-20B: 2pcs.
NIM-40B: 4pcs.
Master station, 60-call: 6pcs.
Master station, 80-call: 8pcs.NIM-20B: 22pcs.
NIM-40B: 44pcs.
Master station, 60-call: 66pcs.
Master station, 80-call: 88pcs.
 (Front)  (Front)  (Side) 
Cord: Approx. 1.4m (4.6) Cord: Approx. 1.5m (5) (Side) 
(*): Special order product. 
N/A in North America. 
						

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MOUNTING CONNECTION GETTING STARTEDAPPENDIX
SETUP AFTER 
INSTALLATION
■ Wall jack for NI-RC (NIR-HP)                                            ■ Wall jack with hanger for NI-RC (NIR-HPF)
Main unit Screw (x2) Main unit Screw (x4)
120 (4-3/4”)
12 (1/2”) 70 (2-3/4”)
120 (4-3/4”)
23 (7/8”) 116 (4-9/16”)
Chinese RoHS 
paperChinese RoHS 
paper
 
■ Sub station, fl ush mount (NI-JA)                                     ■ Sub station, surface mount (NI-BA) 
Main unit Screw (x4) Main unit Screw (x2)Wood screw (x2)
120 (4-3/4”)
120 (4-3/4”)2 (1/16”)
150 (5-7/8”)
130 (5-1/8”)33 (1-5/16”)
Mounting bracket
Hexagonal 
wrench
Chinese 
RoHS 
paperChinese 
RoHS 
paperRubber foot 
(x4)
■ Bedside call switch (NIR-8)                                                      ■ Wall jack for NIR-8 (NIR-1)
Main unitChinese RoHS 
paperMain unit Screw (x2)
95 (3-3/4”)
ø36 (1-7/16”)
120 (4-3/4”)
12 (1/2”) 70 (2-3/4”)
Chinese RoHS 
paper
  
(Front)  (Side)  (Front)  (Side) 
 (Front)  (Front)  (Side)  (Side) 
 (Front)  (Side) 
Cord: 
Approx.1.4m (4.6) 
						

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■ Wall jack with microphone for NIR-8 (NIR-MB)                      ■ Call latching wall jack for NIR-8 (NIR-7BS)
Main unit Screw (x2) Main unit Screw (x2)
120 (4-3/4”)
12 (1/2”) 70 (2-3/4”)
120 (4-3/4”)
70 (2-3/4”)
12 (1/2”)
Chinese RoHS 
paperChinese RoHS 
paper
 
■ Call button (NIR-6)                               
Main unit Screw (x2)
120 (4-3/4”)
70 (2-3/4”)13 (9/16”)
Chinese RoHS 
paper
 
■ Bathroom call button (NIR-7W)                                               ■ Bathroom call button with pull cord (NIR-7HW)
Main unit Screw (x2) Main unit Screw (x2)
CALL120 (4-3/4”)
11 (7/16”) 70 (2-3/4”)
CALL120 (4-3/4”)
11  
(7/16”)
70 (2-3/4”)
Chinese RoHS 
paperChinese RoHS 
paper
 (Front) 
 (Front) 
 (Front)  (Side) 
 (Side) 
 (Side) 
 (Front) 
 (Front) 
 (Side) 
 (Side) 
Pull cord: 
Approx. 550 (21-5/8)