What does the cryptic crossword clue "Call briefly for Ulster fix that works either way (3,2)" mean?

The definition is "Call briefly". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NI (abbreviation="Ulster") + PIN (synonym="fix") = NIPIN; definition: "Call briefly" The answer is NIPIN.

Call briefly for Ulster fix that works either way (3,2)

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