Aiphone IS operation manual Introduction, General Precautions

INTRODUCTION

The IS system is a commercial and security video intercom system especially designed for applications in facilities such as office buildings, factories, schools, hospitals, and prisons. Installed separately from conventional general-purpose internal communications systems, the IS system can be used as a video door entry system, emergency announcement system, rescue assistance system, urgent call system, public announcement system, and access control system.

PRECAUTIONS

		General Prohibitions	Prohibition to Dismantle the Unit	Prohibition on Subjecting the Unit to Water
		General Precautions
					7.		Do not install the unit in any of the following locations. Fire,
			WARNING
							electric shock, or unit trouble could result.
Negligence could result in death or serious injury.							* Places under direct sunlight or places near heating
							equipment that varies in temperature.
1.		Do not dismantle or alter the unit. Fire or electric shock could					* Places subject to dust, oil, chemicals, hydrogen sulfide (hot
		result.
							spring).
	2.	Keep the unit away from water or any other liquid.					* Places subject to moisture and humidity extremes, such as
		Fire or electric shock could result.					bathrooms, cellars, greenhouses, etc.
3.		High voltage is present internally. Do not open the case.					* Places where the temperature is quite low, such as inside a
		Electric shock could result.					refrigerated area or in front of an air conditioner.
4.		Do not connect any non-specified power source to the +, -					* Places subject to steam or smoke (near heating or cooking
							surfaces).
		terminals. Also, do not install two power supplies in parallel to a
		single input. Fire or damage to the unit could result.					* Where noise generating devices such as dimmer switches or
5.		Do not connect any terminal on the unit to an AC power line.					inverter electrical appliances are closeby.
							* Locations subject to frequent vibration or impact.
		Fire or electric shock could result.
6.		Do not use power supply with a voltage other than specified.			8.		Do not put high pressure on the LCD. If fractured, injury could
		Fire or electric shock could result.					result.
7.		Do not put any metal or flammable material into the unit			9.		If the LCD is punctured, do not allow contact with the liquid
							crystal inside. Inflammation could result. If necessary, gargle
		through the openings. Fire, electric shock, or unit trouble could
							your mouth and clean your eyes or skin with clear water for at
		result.
							least 15 minutes, and consult your doctor.
8.		The unit is not explosion-proof. Do not install or use near gases
					10.		Do not use the handset when you perform a call test or check
		or flammable materials. Fire or explosion could result.					the chime volume, otherwise it may cause damage to your ear.
9.		Existing wiring such as chime wiring, etc. may contain high					Be sure to use the built-in speaker.
		voltage AC electricity. Damage to the unit or electric shock			11.		Be sure to perform a call test or check the chime volume with
		could result. Wiring and installation should be done by a					the handset on the hook. If you operate the hook switch with
		qualified technician.					the handset on your ear, a sudden call etc. may arrive causing
							damage to your ear.
			CAUTION
							GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Negligence could result in injury to people or damage to property.
						1. Keep the unit more than 1m (3.3') away from radio or TV set.
1.		Do not install or make any wire terminations while power				2. Keep the intercom wires more than 30cm (12'') away from AC
		supply is plugged in. It can cause electrical shock or damage to				100-240V wiring. AC induced noise and/or unit malfunction could
		the unit.				result.
2.		When mounting the unit on a wall, install the unit in a				3. Install the unit in an area that will be accessible for future
		convenient location, but not where it could be jarred or				inspections, repairs, and maintenance.
		bumped. Injury could result.				4. As to other manufacturer’s devices (such as sensor, detectors,
3.		Before turning on power, make sure wires are not crossed or				door releases) used with this system, comply with the
						Specifications and Warranty conditions that the manufacturers or
		shorted. If not, fire or electric shock could result.
						venders present.
4.		For power supply, use Aiphone power supply model or model
						5. If the unit is down or does not operate properly, unplug the power
		specified for use with system. If non-specified product is used,				supply or turn off the POWER switches.
		fire or malfunction could result.				6. When wall-mounted, the top of the unit may darken and sooty.
5.		On products with ground terminals, connect to an earth ground.				This does not indicate a malfunction.
		Fire or malfunction could result.				7. The unit case may become a warm with use, but this is not a unit
6.		Do not put anything on the unit or cover the unit with cloth, etc.				malfunction.
		Fire or unit trouble could result.				8. If it is used close to a cellular phone, the unit may malfunction.
						9. The unit can be damaged if dropped. Handle with care.

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