AMX NetLinx Integrated Controller NI-2100 Hardware Reference Manual
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- Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide NI-x100 Series NetLinx ® Integrated Controllers (NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100) N e t L i n x I n t e g r a t e d C o n t r o l l e r s L a s t R e v i s e d : 1 /9 / 2 0 0 9...
- Page 2 RMA number. AMX is not liable for any damages caused by its products or for the failure of its products to perform. This includes any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential damages. AMX is not liable for any claim made by a third party or by an AMX Dealer for a third party.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ...1 NI-2100 Specifications ... 2 NI-3100 Specifications ... 5 NI-4100 Specifications ... 8 Related Documents... 11 Installation and Upgrading ...13 Installing NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4100 Only) ... 13 Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses (NI-4100 Only)... 14 Device:Port:System (D:P:S)... - Page 4 Table of Contents Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections and Wiring ... 27 IR/Serial Port: Connections and Wiring... 28 NetLinx Control Card Slot Connector (NI-4100 only)... 28 Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring ... 29 Ethernet LEDs ... 29 Ethernet Ports Used By the Integrated Controller ... 30 NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 5: Introduction
(< build 300). These NI Controllers are Duet-compatible and can be upgraded via firmware. Duet is a dual-interpreter firmware platform from AMX which combines the proven reliability and power of NetLinx with the extensive capabilities of the Java a system that includes the NI-900 and other third party devices by standardizing device and function definitions, defaulting touch panel button assignments, and controlling feedback methods. -
Page 6: Ni-2100 Specifications
Introduction These NI Controllers use a combination lithium battery and clock crystal package called a Timekeeper. Only one Timekeeper unit is installed within a given NI controller. The battery can be expected to have up to 3 years of usable life under very adverse conditions. Actual life is appreciably longer under normal operating conditions. - Page 7 • 1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM 128 MB or more - Upgradeable (see Other AMX Equipment) Note: AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market availability (refer to product’s online catalog page for current Compact Flash size provided).
- Page 8 • AxLink Port: • Power Port: Included Accessories: Other AMX Equipment: 4 IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz with each output being capable of two electrical formats: IR or Serial. • 4 IR/Serial data signals can be generated simultaneously.
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Page 9: Ni-3100 Specifications
NI-3100 Specifications The NI-3100 (FIG. 3) provides support for 7 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Ports, 8 IR/Serial Output ports, 8 Digital Input/Output ports, and 8 Relays. The NI-3100 can be upgraded to provide one ICSHub and two ICSNet ports by either installing the optional ICSNet daughter card (FG2105-10) or purchasing this upgrade as an included feature of the NI- 3100 Kit (FG2105-15). - Page 10 • 64 MB SDRAM • 1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM 128 MB or more • AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market availability • Upgradeable - see Other AMX Equipment 4.55 lbs (2.06 kg) Metal with black matte finish...
- Page 11 • AxLink Port: • Power Port: Included Accessories: Other AMX Equipment: NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide 8 IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz with each output being capable of two electrical formats: IR or Serial.
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Page 12: Ni-4100 Specifications
Introduction NI-4100 Specifications The NI-4100 (FIG. 5) is geared toward those advanced control and automation requirements associated with most complex commercial and residential installations. The NI-4100 provides support for up to 4 NetLinx control cards (such as NXC-COM2, NXC-IRS4, etc.), 7 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Ports, 8 IR/Serial Output ports, 8 Digital Input/Output ports, and 8 Relays. - Page 13 • 900 mA @ 12 VDC • 64 MB SDRAM • 1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM 128 MB or more • AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market availability • Upgradeable - see Other AMX Equipment 9.15 lbs (4.15 kg)
- Page 14 • CardFrame #DIP Switch: • Control Card Connectors (1-4): Included Accessories: Other AMX Equipment: RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port on a PC. This connector can be used with serial and NetLinx programming com- mands, as well as other DB9 capable devices, to both upload/download information from the NetLinx Studio program.
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Page 15: Related Documents
For information on using the on-board Web Console, as well as NetLinx send commands and terminal communications to configure the NI Controllers, refer to the NetLinx Integrated Controller WebConsole & Programming Guide. All product documentation is available to view or download from www.amx.com. NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide... - Page 16 Introduction NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 17: Installation And Upgrading
Installation and Upgrading Installing NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4100 Only) NetLinx Cards can be installed into the front card slots. The cards mount horizontally through the card slot openings on the front of the enclosure. 1. Discharge the static electricity from your body, by touching a grounded object. 2. -
Page 18: Setting The Netlinx Control Card Addresses (Ni-4100 Only)
Installation and Upgrading If the cards do not appear in the NetLinx Studio’s Workspace window for the selected Master System number: give the system time to detect the inserted cards (and refresh the system) and/or cycle power to the unit. Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses (NI-4100 Only) The 8-position CardFrame Number DIP switch (located on the rear of the NI-4100) sets the starting address (the device number in the D:P:S specification) for the Control Cards installed... -
Page 19: Removing Netlinx Control Cards (Ni-4100 Only)
Refer to the following accessing and installation sections for more information. The Compact Flash card is factory programmed with specific Controller firmware. These cards can be ordered from AMX in several different upgrade sizes (see the following table): Optional Compact Flash Upgrades Product Name... -
Page 20: Installation Of Compact Flash Upgrades
Installation and Upgrading Mounting Brackets Compact Flash Compact Flash insert location NXC Card Slot faceplate FIG. 9 Location of the Compact Flash within a sample Integrated Controller 3. Carefully pull-up and remove the housing up and away from the Controller to expose the internal circuit board (FIG. -
Page 21: Closing And Securing The Outer Housing
Refer to the NI Series NetLinx Integrated Controllers WebConsole & Programming Guide (available online at www.amx.com) for detailed instructions. 1. Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a grounded object. - Page 22 Installation and Upgrading Install screws Rack Mounting Holes FIG. 11 Mounting Integrated Controller into an equipment rack 3. Thread the cables through the opening in the equipment rack. Allow for enough slack in the cables to accommodate for movement during the installation process. 4.
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Page 23: Connections And Wiring
Connections and Wiring Setting the Configuration DIP Switch (for the Program Port) Prior to installing the Controller, use the Configuration DIP switch to set the baud rate used by the Program port for communication. The Configuration DIP switch is located on the front of the Integrated Controllers. -
Page 24: Working With The Configuration Dip Switch
Connections and Wiring Think of the PRD Mode (On) equating to a PC’s SAFE Mode setting. This mode allows a user to continue powering a unit, update the firmware, and download a new program while circumventing any problems with a currently downloaded program. Power must be cycled to the unit after activating/deactivating this mode on the Program Port DIP switch #1. -
Page 25: Modes And Front Panel Led Blink Patterns
Modes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns The following table lists the modes and blink patterns for the front panel LEDs associated with each mode. These patterns are not evident until after the unit is powered. Modes and LED Blink Patterns Mode OS Start Boot... -
Page 26: Axlink Port And Led
All NI units have an AXlink port and adjacent status LED (FIG. 12). This port allows the NI to support AMX Legacy AXlink devices such as G3 touch panels (ex: CP4/A) and PosiTrack Pilot devices. A green LED shows AXlink data activity. When the AXlink port is operating normally, blink patterns include: Off - No power, or the controller is not functioning properly 1 blink per second - Normal operation. -
Page 27: Preparing Captive Wires
Preparing Captive Wires You will need a wire stripper and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and connect the captive wires. Never pre-tin wires for compression-type connections. 1. Strip 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) of insulation off all wires. 2. Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector (according to the wiring diagrams and connector types described in this section). -
Page 28: Using The 4-Pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data With External Power
Connections and Wiring Using the 4-pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data With External Power To use the 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) captive-wire connector for data communication and power transfer, the incoming PWR and GND cable from the 12 VDC-compliant power supply must be connected to the AXlink cable connector going to the Integrated Controller. -
Page 29: Icsnet Port: Connections And Wiring
The table below provides information about the connector pins, signal types, and signal functions. This table’s wiring specifications are applicable to the rear RS-232/422/485 Device Port connectors on the: NI-2100 (Ports 1-3) NI-4100/NI-3100 (Ports 1-7) RS-232/422/485 Device Port Wiring Specifications Pin Signal Function Receive data Receive data... -
Page 30: Icshub Out Port: Connections And Wiring
Connections and Wiring (female) RJ-45 connector - pin configurations Unlike the ICSNet ports, the ICSHub connections require a specific polarity. The IN/OUT configuration, on the hub ports, was implemented to use the same cables as ICSNet, but these ports need TX and RX crossed. You must connect an OUT to an IN, or an IN to an OUT port. -
Page 31: Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections And Wiring
NI-2100 relay connector configuration (Port 4) FIG. 17 RELAY connector (male) Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections and Wiring The I/O port responds to either switch closures, voltage level (high/low) changes, or it can be used for logic-level outputs. NI-2100 I/O connector configuration (Port 9) FIG. -
Page 32: Ir/Serial Port: Connections And Wiring
Connections and Wiring IR/Serial Port: Connections and Wiring You can connect up to eight IR- or Serial-controllable devices to the IR/Serial connectors on the rear of the NI-4100 and NI-3100 and up to four on the NI-2100 (FIG. 19). These connectors accept an IR Emitter (CC-NIRC) that mounts onto the device's IR window, or a mini- plug (CC-NSER) that connects to the device's control jack. -
Page 33: Ethernet/Rj-45 Port: Connections And Wiring
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring NI-x100 Controllers feature an Auto MDI/MDI-X Ethernet port. This provides the option of using either a standard (straight through), or a crossover Ethernet cable to communicate with a PC - both cable types will work. The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing for the Ethernet connector. -
Page 34: Ethernet Ports Used By The Integrated Controller
1319, or disable ICSP over Ethernet completely from either Telnet or the Program Port located on the rear of the Master itself. This type of communication is used by the various AMX product for communication amongst themselves. integration! - Page 35 Connections and Wiring NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide...
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