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- Page 1 Operation/Reference Guide NXR-ZGW/-ZRP NetLinx ZigBee Compatible Gateway and Repeater La s t u pda t ed : 7 /3 0 /20 0 8 C o n t r o l S y s t e m A cc e s s o r i e s...
- 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.
- Page 3 AMX's entire liability and Licensee's exclusive remedy shall be repair or replacement of the AMX Software that does not meet AMX's Limited Warranty and which is returned to AMX. This Limited Warranty is void if failure of the AMX Software has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Overview ...1 NXR-ZGW Specifications... 1 NXR-ZRP Specifications ... 3 How ZigBee works... 5 Network structure ... 5 Mesh Network Arrangements... 6 Single PAN ID installations... 6 Multiple PAN ID installations ... 6 FCC Compliance ... 7 Installation ...9 Things to Consider Before Starting ... - Page 6 Table of Contents Network ... 19 Enabling and disabling the wireless network ... 19 Connecting an NXR-ZRP to the network for the first time ... 19 Setting the PAN channel ... 20 Connecting a Repeater to the Gateway ... 20 Connections...
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Page 7: Overview
Overview The NXR-ZGW (FG5791-01) is an Ethernet to ZigBee wireless gateway. The NXR-ZGW features a 10BaseT, half duplex Ethernet port capable of Power over Ethernet (PoE), 16 Mbytes of Flash, 16 Mbytes of SDRAM, and a ZigBee module, and is controlled via a web server interface. The NXR-ZRP (FG5791-02) is a ZigBee wireless repeater that features 16 Mbytes of Flash, 16 Mbytes of SDRAM, and a ZigBee module. - Page 8 NXR-ZGW (FG5791-01) Specifications (Cont.) Rear Components: Power connector Ethernet port Certifications: Operating/Storage Environments: Included Accessories: Other AMX Products: Connection LEDs 10BaseT Modular (RJ-45) connector FIG. 1 Front and Rear Components of the NXR-ZGW Two power options are available: • 2-pin 3.5mm Phoenix connector •...
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Page 9: Nxr-Zrp Specifications
NXR-ZRP Specifications The following table outlines the specifications for the NXR-ZRP. NXR-ZRP (FG5791-02) Specifications Dimensions (HWD): Weight: Power: Memory: Radio Specifications: Frequency Operating channels Modulation technique Output power Coverage area Firmware/Software Specifications: Communications Front Components: LEDs Antenna Mount Reset Button Rear Components: Power connector Certifications:... - Page 10 Connection to the Repeater device from either the NXR-ZGW or the Mio Modero 3 or R-4 requires download and installation to the repeater of ZigBee Module firmware version 1.01.12, available from www.amx.com. • Mio Modero R-3 Remote (FG148-03) • Mio Modern R-4 Remote (FG148-04) •...
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Page 11: How Zigbee Works
The end device will seamlessly search for a new parent and scan channels upon awakening. For more information on ZigBee network communication with other AMX products, refer to the "Getting the Most From Your Mio Modero R-4" chapter in the Mio Modero R-4 remote user manual, available at www.amx.com. -
Page 12: Mesh Network Arrangements
Overview Mesh Network Arrangements The following installations depend upon the criteria for the network. A home installation would perhaps only need one NXR-ZGW or PAN ID where a commercial installation might require a NXR-ZGW and several NXR-ZRPs. When adding a ZigBee network to a NetLinx master, an Ethernet switch or hub must be added to the master for proper function of the ZigBee network. -
Page 13: Fcc Compliance
NetLinx Master CAT5 Ethernet connection 1 hop NetLinx Master CAT5 Ethernet connection FIG. 4 Multiple PAN ID Network FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device must not cause harmful interference and 2. - Page 14 Overview NXR-ZGW/-ZRP...
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Page 15: Installation
Installation Things to Consider Before Starting Several factors will help decide the best place to install NXR-ZGW and NXR-ZRP devices. Before installing, consider the following: Location and Antenna Direction The best location for NXR-ZGW and NXR-ZRP devices are usually in the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile devices. -
Page 16: Connecting The Optional Accessory Antennas
Installation Connecting the Optional Accessory Antennas Several accessory 2.4GHz antennas are available for use with NXR-ZGW and NXR-ZRP devices. Each of these antennas is uniquely suited to meet a wide variety of installation requirements. Determining the Power Source Based upon location and the availability of electricity, select one of the two following methods for power: 2-pin 3.5mm captive-wire connector - Prepare the captive wire pair and insert it into the connector. -
Page 17: Using The Psn Netlinx Connector For Power
Using the PSN NetLinx connector for power The PWR and GND cable from the 12 VDC power supply must be connected to the corresponding location on the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-captive wire connector (FIG. 6). PWR + GND - To the Device FIG. - Page 18 Installation NXR-ZGW/-ZRP...
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Page 19: Setting Up A Network
4. Go to the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager PAN page (See “Personal Area Network (PAN)” on page 19.) and change the PAN ID. 5. Turn on AMX ZigBee-compatible devices one at a time, e.g., Mio R-3, Mio R-4 or NXR-ZRP. Select the correct new PAN ID. - Page 20 Setting up a Network NXR-ZGW/-ZRP...
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Page 21: Nxr-Zgw Browser-Based Configuration Manager
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages To access the Configuration Manager pages, enter the IP address of the NXR-ZGW into your web browser; the default IP address for the NXR-ZGW is 192.168.1.140. When prompted, enter your username and password in the spaces provided. Upon accessing the Configuration Manager, the user must enter a username and password. -
Page 22: Checking The Firmware Version
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages Summary Page (Cont.) Gateway Device ID Wireless Channel Pan ID Access List Distribute Password Current mode of ZigBee password distribution (Disabled/Enabled). Checking the firmware version The firmware version is listed on the Summary of Gateway Settings page of the NXR-ZGW Browser- based Configuration Manager. -
Page 23: Configuration
Configuration Network IP Settings The Network IP Settings page is used to set IP and DNS addresses. The IP address can be either a static or dynamic assignment. FIG. 8 IP Settings Page IP Address • Dynamic: IP address and subnet mask are requested from the DHCP server. •... -
Page 24: Setting The Dns Address
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages Setting the DNS Address 1. In the menu at the top of the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager, select IP Settings under the section Configuration. 2. Click the Static radio button in the IP Address section. 3. -
Page 25: Personal Area Network (Pan)
Personal Area Network (PAN) Network The Network page allows you to modify the status of the Personal Area Network. FIG. 10 Network Page Network Page Network status Wireless PAN ID Country/Region Channel Enabling and disabling the wireless network 1. In the menu on the top of the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager, select Network under the section Pan. -
Page 26: Setting The Pan Channel
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages 10. Click Accept. Setting the PAN channel 1. In the menu on the top of the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager, select Network under the section Pan. 2. Click the radio button to Disable the wireless network. This activates the Country/Region and Channel dropdown menus. -
Page 27: Connections
Connections All devices connected to the NXR-ZGW is displayed on this page. FIG. 11 Connections Page Each device provides the following: Connections Page The Netlinx ID number. EUI-64 The 64 bit ZigBee EUI address of the device. Description The device's description, supplied by the device. Type The specific type of device being accessed. -
Page 28: Finding The Amount Of Time A Signal Takes From The Device To The Gateway And Back
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages Finding the amount of time a signal takes from the device to the gateway and back 1. In the menu on the top of the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager, select Connections under the section Pan. 2. -
Page 29: Pan Device Details
PAN Device Details From the Connections page, clicking on a device’s EUI-64 number opens the PAN Device Details page. FIG. 12 PAN Device Details Page Each device provides the following: PAN Device Details Page Device Options Connected Device Device Networking Device Information NXR-ZGW/-ZRP NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages... -
Page 30: Putting A Device On The Access List
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages PAN Device Details Page (Cont.) ZigBee Networking Connection Log Putting a device on the Access List 1. From the PAN Device Details page, check to see if the On Access List: button in the Device Options section is on or off. -
Page 31: Changing A Device's Zigbee Networking Information
Changing a device’s ZigBee networking information 1. The PAN Device Details page also allows users to enter a new PAN ID number for a particular device, if the device is currently active. To enter a new PAN ID number, enter the new number in the PAN ID field. -
Page 32: Utilities
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages Utilities Device Firmware The device details page shows all the information about the status of firmware on a network’s devices. FIG. 13 Device Firmware Page Device Firmware Updates Permissions to allow firmware uploads to the selected device. EUI-64 The 64-bit EUI address of the device. -
Page 33: Connection Log
Connection Log The connection log is a list of all recent ZigBee device activity. FIG. 14 Connection Log Page Connection Log Page The device’s NetLinx ID number Connection Indicates the connection status of the device. EUI-64 The 64-bit EUI address of the device. Device # The device's ICSP device number. -
Page 34: Traffic Log
NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages Traffic Log The traffic log shows traffic statistics for all ZigBee devices. FIG. 15 Traffic Log Page Traffic Log Page Device # The device's ICSP device number. EUI-64 The 64-bit EUI address of the device. Description The device's description, supplied by the device. -
Page 35: Finding The Device Traffic
Finding the device traffic 1. In the menu on the top of the NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager, select Traffic Log under the section Utilities. 2. The traffic byte count of each device is located within the columns RX and TX. RX lists received traffic, while TX lists transmitted traffic Clicking on the EUI-64 number in the Traffic Log page will open the device’s PAN Device Details page (see FIG. - Page 36 NXR-ZGW Browser-based Configuration Manager Pages NXR-ZGW/-ZRP...
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Page 37: Device Configuration
NetLinx Master instruction manual to use an address. Note the IP Address and Gateway information. 2. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.4 (default location is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio 2.4). -
Page 38: Verifying And Upgrading The Device Firmware Via An Ip
Device Configuration 3. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu to open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 16). FIG. 16 Assigning Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings 4. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog. 5. - Page 39 The default device value is 10001. 4. If the device firmware version is not the latest available; locate and download the latest firmware file from the www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Firmware Files section of the website.
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Page 40: Using The Id Button To Change The Nxr-Zgw's Device Number
Using the ID Button to Change the NXR-ZGW’s Device Number 1. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.4 (default location is Start >Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio 2.4). 2. Access the Device Addressing dialog (FIG. 18) by selecting Diagnostics > Device Addressing from the Main menu. - Page 41 Device Configuration NXR-ZGW/-ZRP...
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