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TD 93021US
Installation Guide
teleCARE IP
Peripherals
7
External Inputs
In many installations, the need for connecting external alerts from sensors to the teleCARE
IP system might arise. Some modules are already capable of handling external inputs.
Other modules need a special Connection Board (NICB) to handle these external inputs.
The external inputs connection board (NICB) extends teleCARE IP system capability of
processing external inputs from normally open (N.O.) or normally closed (N.C.) dry relay
contacts
This section describes which switch modules need a NICB and how to connect them.
7.1
Switch modules compatible with NICB
The NICB extends the system with external inputs on switch modules that are not capable
of handling those external inputs directly.
The compatible switch modules are:
• “Bed Module (NIBM2) and Pull Cord Module - Active (NIPC-XXA)” (details on
• “Door Side Module (NIDM) and Toilet Cancel Module - Active (NITC-XXA)”
• “Room Display (NIRD)” (details on page 122)
This Connection Board (NICB) filters and protects the switch modules from ESD
(Electrostatic Discharges) and EFT (Electric Fast Transients).
The NICB printed circuit board is enclosed in a heat shrink wrap.
Figure 155. Connection Board (NICB)
7.2
Other switch modules with external inputs
Some switch modules are already prepared for external inputs without the need for the
NICB. For a detailed description of these modules, refer to the respective paragraphs:
• “Medical Rail Socket (NIMS2)” (details on page 72)
• “Duty Selector (NIDS)” (details on page 94)
• “Card Reader (NICR)” (details on page 97)
• “NIFX Fixed Transceiver” (details on page 139)
7.3
Preparation
Read the following NICB installation instructions for complete electrical connection and
assembly details before starting the installation.
