NuTone NM100WH User Manual

MODEL NM100WH
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• Keepcablesatleast18inchesfromuorescentlightxtures,
dimmer controls, and all other wiring.  This includes AC
wiring,securitycable,cordlessphoneunits,andothercontrol
wires. These can cause a “hum” or “buzzing” sound.
• Keep cables away from objects such as heating and air
conditioningducts,metalconstructionplates,andanything
else with sharp edges that can damage the cables.
CAUTION: REMOTE STATION ROUGH-IN
Careful consideration should be used when determining the
locationoftheremotestationsandmaster.Sincethisisaretrot
system you will not be able to control the location of the existing
system. But please follow the guidelines below if you install any
new locations:
• Do not install remote stations in return air ducts.
• Do not install remote stations in exterior walls. Insulation
materials will change speaker range and efciency.
Temperature changes in the wall will reduce speaker life.
• Do not install remote stations in saunas. They will not
withstand the extreme heat and moisture.
• Do not install remote stations in stud cavities with other wiring
or appliances.
• Do not install remote stations within 18” of dimmers,
uorescent light xtures, security wiring, cordless phone
units,andothercontrolwiring.
• Do not install remote stations within 10 feet of other remote
stations or the NM100 master unit. This will cause acoustic
feedback.
• Do not install remote stations in stud cavities with other
remote stations or the NM100 master unit. This will cause
acoustic feedback.
• Do not install remote stations facing other remote stations or
the NM100 master unit. This will cause acoustic feedback.
• Do make sure all rough-ins are level and oriented as shown
in these instructions.
INSTALLATION
Designed to update older intercom systems, the NM100 is a
whole-house music communications system that uses your
existing intercom 3 or 4 conductor system wire. It is designed to
provide years of enjoyment and service to the homeowner.
To ensure that the homeowner receives the high-quality music
andvoicereproductionthatthesystemisdesignedtodeliver,it
is important that each step of the installation be done carefully.
In the event you need troubleshooting installation assistance,
please call our technical staff at 1-888-336-6151.
Prior to installing the NM100 system, read and observe the
Important Safety Instructions.
TheNM100retrotinstallationiscompletedusingthefollowing
steps:
• Develop the job estimate
• Removal of the old intercom system
• Install the NWH300 or NWH300C rough-in
• Replace the remote stations (Note: do not remove the
existing remote station rough-ins)
• Install the optional NC300 player
• Install the NM100 master and make all remote station
connections
• Test the system
The following tools are required for the NM100 installation. The
use of these or other tools is dependent on the existing intercom
system installation:
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Wire stripper/cutter
• Tape measure
• Level
• Tin Snips
• Digital Multimeter (dmm)
• Small (or precision size) Philips/Flat head screw driver
• Power drill with 1” auger
• Small Crowbar
• Large Flat head screw driver
• Rubber mallet
• Extension cord
• Wood chisel
• Dry wall saw
You may not need to use all these tools on each install but having
them handy will make the overall installation process easier.
DEVELOP THE JOB ESTIMATE
It is critical that you determine the complexity of each retrot
installation prior to developing the job estimate. It is hard to
predictalltheuniquesituationsyouwillencounterintheeld.
For this reason NuTone recommends you visit each retrot
site prior to developing a job estimate and ordering equipment.
During this onsite visit it is recommended that you complete the
items listed below:
• Determine the model number and manufacturer of the
existing intercom system.
• Count the number of remote stations and door stations.
• Determine if the door stations and outdoor remote stations
aresurfaceorushmount.
• Remove the master from the wall to see if any non-standard
installationsituationsmightexist,including:
- Electrical running through the rough-in.
- Telephone wires running through the rough-in.
- Stud spacing that varies from a standard 16” on center
spacing
 -Thetypeofwireusedforindoorremote,doorandoutdoor
remotestationruns(NuTone,M&Sorothersuchastelephone
wire). If you encounter non-standard wire contact our
Technical Support team at 1-888-336-6151 for assistance.
- A remote transformer
- A remote door chime

NuTone NM100WH Specifications

General

Supported radio bands	AM, FM
RMS rated power	30 W
Product color	White
Radio Data System (RDS)	Yes

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (WxDxH)	381 x 76 x 127 mm