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  • Page 1 instruction manual FileTransfer2 So f twa re...
  • Page 2 The AMX Software is owned by AMX and is protected by United States copyright laws, patent laws, international treaty provisions, and/or state of Texas trade secret laws. Licensee may make copies of the AMX Software solely for backup or archival purposes. Licensee may not copy the written materials accompanying the AMX Software.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table OF Contents Table OF Contents Welcome To FileTransfer2 ..................1 The FileTransfer2 User Interface ..................1 Send Tab..........................2 Receive Tab ..........................3 File Transfer Context Menu...................... 3 Transfer Command Buttons ..................... 4 Edit Menu ..........................4 Load Options..........................5 Transfer Status Window......................
  • Page 4 Sending Files To System Devices ..................25 Receiving Files From System Devices................... 25 Virtual NetLinx Master (Masterless) Transfers..............25 AMX USB Driver Information for USB Enabled G4 Panels............ 26 Virtual NetLinx Master Transfers via USB or TCP/IP Connection.......... 26 Virtual NetLinx Master TCP/IP Transfers ................27 Configuring the Touch Panel for Virtual NetLinx Master TCP/IP Transfers ......

  • Page 5: Welcome To Filetransfer2

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Welcome To FileTransfer2 The FileTransfer2 application gives you the ability to queue a list of files to transfer to various NetLinx and Axcess devices, without launching NetLinx Studio. FileTransfer2 supports the following capabilities for file transfers: Ability to select the Platform type (NetLinx or Axcess). Ability to set the username and password for NetLinx masters that have security enabled.

  • Page 6: Send Tab

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Use the Send tab for transferring files from the PC running FileTransfer2 and the target Master Controller or System Device. Use the Receive tab for transferring files from a Master Controller or System Device to the PC. The Menu bar provides access to the main functions of the program.

  • Page 7: Receive Tab

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 depending on the file type). Currently there are only options available when transferring TPD and TP4 type files. This button is disabled for all other file types. Receive Tab The Transfer List table in the Receive tab indicates the files that are currently in the Files To Receive queue.

  • Page 8: Transfer Command Buttons

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Mapping — Opens the Enter DPS dialog, where you can view/edit the D:P:S assignment of the source device for the selected file. If the file being transferred is a TPD file, and is being sent via serial connection, then the Enter DPS dialog also offers a Connect Directly To the Device - No Master option.

  • Page 9: Load Options

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 When sending a TP4 file to a G4 panel, verify that the NetLinx Master Firmware is build 85 or later. Verify the TPDesign4 program being used is Version 1.01 or higher. Earlier versions of the firmware and TPD4 software are incompatible with G4 panels. Communication Settings —...

  • Page 10: Transfer Status Window

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Transfer Status Window Once you have started a file transfer operation, the following types of status information are displayed in the File Transfer Status tab of the Output Display window: Type — The type of transfer (sending or receiving). Status —...

  • Page 11: Supported File Types

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Supported File Types The following are the types of files this application can send to and receive from, various NetLinx and Axcess devices: TOK Files TKN Files (including compiled Duet TKN Files) TP4 Files TPD Files KPD Files IRL/IRV Files SRC Files Notes on supported file types:...

  • Page 12: Tested Modems List

    Welcome To FileTransfer2 Tested Modems List The following is a list of internal and external modems that have been tested with the program. Internal Modems --- Windows Operating System --- Manufacturer Model - Internal 2000 Diamond Supra 336i SP ASVD Diamond Supra 56i SP Lucent...
  • Page 13 Welcome To FileTransfer2 FileTransfer2...
  • Page 14 Welcome To FileTransfer2 FileTransfer2...

  • Page 15: Using Filetransfer2

    Using FileTransfer2 Using FileTransfer2 The basic steps for using transferring files to and from system devices are: Sending Files To System Devices: 1. Adding Files To The Files To Send Queue 2. Configuring Communications Settings for Transfers 3. Device Mapping 4.

  • Page 16: Workspace Files (*.Apw)

    Using FileTransfer2 You can disable the Quick Load dialog from automatically opening by deselecting the After opening a Workspace file...Visit the Quick Load dialog option in the Preferences dialog. 1. Selection Options menu — Click the down arrow to access the following load options: Active System —...

  • Page 17: Workspace-To-Go Files (*.Axw)

    Using FileTransfer2 All Projects and associated Systems and System files are linked to the Workspace, so that you can add and remove Projects and Systems without having to make copies of the files. NetLinx Studio also allows you to copy and paste Projects within the Workspace; in the case that you need to create several similar Projects you can quickly generate multiple Projects and modify each one as necessary.

  • Page 18: File Transfer List (*.Ftl) Files

    Using FileTransfer2 File Transfer List (*.FTL) Files File Transfer List (FTL) files are created in FileTransfer2, and allow you to save a list of files as they appear in either the Files To Send or Files To Receive queues (with communications settings and device mapping information).

  • Page 19: Adding Files To The Files To Send Queue

    Using FileTransfer2 Adding Files To The Files To Send Queue There are several possible approaches to adding files to the Files To Send List (Send tab). Add some or all of the files contained in a Workspace file or a Workspace-To-Go file. Add a set of files, defined in a File Transfer List file.

  • Page 20: Adding Files From A Specific Project/System

    Using FileTransfer2 Adding Files From a Specific Project/System In the Send tab: 1. Select File > Load Workspace/AXW/FTL File or click the Load Workspace command button to open the Open File dialog. 2. Set the File of Type drop-down to NetLinx Studio Files (*.apw). 3.

  • Page 21: Adding Files To The Files To Receive Queue

    Using FileTransfer2 KPD Keypad Touch File (*.KPD) 3. Select the type of file that you want to add to the Transfer List. 4. Click the Add button. This invokes the Open dialog, with the Files of Type selection already set to the selected file type. 5.

  • Page 22: Step 2: Communication Settings

    Using FileTransfer2 Step 2: Communication Settings Communication settings for each file is established and saved with the files when they are created in NetLinx Studio, but can be overwritten in FileTransfer2, via options in the Communication Settings dialog (accessible via the Edit menu). Files can be transferred to/from a NetLinx master via TCP/IP, Serial-RS232, Modem or Virtual NetLinx Master connection.

  • Page 23: Configuring Communications Settings

    Using FileTransfer2 Virtual NetLinx Master connections can be used to transfer TPDesign4 panel (.TP4) file, NetLinx Firmware (.KIT) files, or IR Files directly to G4 touch panels. USB direct transfers require that you configure the Master Connection setting on the panel itself to USB prior to attempting the transfer.

  • Page 24: Configuring Serial Communication Settings

    Using FileTransfer2 6. Click OK to save the new TCP/IP communication settings with the selected file. Configuring Serial Communication Settings With a Transfer selected in the Transfer List: 1. Click the Edit command button, and select Communication Settings to open the Communication Settings dialog.

  • Page 25: Configuring Virtual Netlinx Master Communication Settings (Netlinx Only)

    Using FileTransfer2 7. Click OK to save the new Modem communication settings with the selected file. Configuring Virtual NetLinx Master Communication Settings (NetLinx only) 1. Click the Edit command button, and select Communication Settings to open the Communication Settings dialog. 2.

  • Page 26: Configuring The Touch Panel For Virtual Netlinx Master Tcp/Ip Transfers

    Using FileTransfer2 Configuring the Touch Panel for Virtual NetLinx Master TCP/IP Transfers If it is not already powered up and connected, apply power to the G4 panel and verify that it is connected to the LAN via the TCP/IP connector on the rear (or side) of the panel. 1.

  • Page 27: Step 4: Transferring The Files

    Using FileTransfer2 Here’s the syntax: DEVICE:PORT:SYSTEM where: Device: 16-bit integer representing the device number Port: 16-bit integer representing the port number (in the range 1 through the number of ports on the device) System: 16-bit integer representing the system number (0 = this system) that the device belongs to.

  • Page 28: Transfer Errors And Definitions

    Using FileTransfer2 Transfer Errors and Definitions The following table describe the most common error messages that might be displayed in the Error column of the Transfer Status Window. Error String Meaning • Failure generic/unclassified failure. • Success generic success. • File does not exist the file supplied on the cmdline doesn't exist.

  • Page 29: Sending Files To System Devices

    Using FileTransfer2 Sending Files To System Devices Once you have: Added the desired file(s) to the File To Send Queue, Configured the communication settings for the files in the list, and Specified the device-file mapping information for the files in the list, you are ready to begin transferring the file(s) to devices in the system: 1.

  • Page 30: Amx Usb Driver Information For Usb Enabled G4 Panels

    2. Plug in the USB cable into the G4 panel. 3. You should see an USB icon show up in the System Tray. 4. Double click on the icon to bring up the list of USB devices (you should see the "AMX USB LAN LINK"" device in the list).

  • Page 31: Virtual Netlinx Master Tcp/Ip Transfers

    Using FileTransfer2 6. Click OK to return to the Send tab, where the new file should appear in the Files to Send queue. 7. Click inside the checkbox to the left of the file you just added. Keep in mind that any files with a checkmark will be included in this transfer.

  • Page 32: Configuring Filetransfer2 For Virtual Netlinx Master Tcp/Ip Transfers

    Using FileTransfer2 Configuring FileTransfer2 for Virtual NetLinx Master TCP/IP Transfers 1. Click Edit and select Communication Settings to open the Communication Settings dialog. 2. Select Virtual NetLinx Master as the Transport Connection Option. 3. Click the Edit Settings button to access the Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog, which displays the System number of the Virtual NetLinx Master (default = 1).

  • Page 33: Virtual Netlinx Master Usb Transfers

    Using FileTransfer2 Virtual NetLinx Master USB Transfers FileTransfer2 supports direct connection to G4 panels via USB (and TCP/IP), for situations where the target panel is not connected to a NetLinx Master. In this situation, you can use your PC's USB connection to connect directly to the panel, using your PC as a Virtual NetLinx Master.

  • Page 34: Transferring Files Using A Virtual Netlinx Master Usb Connection

    Using FileTransfer2 4. Click OK to close the Virtual NetLinx Master Settings dialog. 5. Click OK to close the Communication Settings dialog. Transferring Files Using a Virtual NetLinx Master USB Connection Note: Verify that Virtual NetLinx Master is selected as the Transport Connection Option in the Communication Settings dialog.

  • Page 35: Setting Program Preferences

    Setting Program Preferences Setting Program Preferences Overview Select Settings > Preferences to access the Preferences dialog. Use the options in this dialog to set various (global) default preferences for FileTransfer2. Preferences dialog Use the options in the Preferences dialog (Settings > Preferences) to set default preferences for file transfer operations.

  • Page 36: Netlinx/Axcess Source Code Passwords

    Setting Program Preferences NetLinx/Axcess Source Code Passwords These options allow you to supply the password that was applied to the source code files at the time they were compiled in NetLinx Studio. Source Code Passwords are only applicable to source code files that are received from a master, and allow you to open the received code file for viewing/ editing in NetLinx Studio.

  • Page 37: Using The Ftcon Console Program (Advanced Programmers Only)

    Using the FTCon Console Program (Advanced Programmers Only) Using the FTCon Console Program (Advanced Programmers Only) The FTCon.exe ("FTCon") program is provided with FileTransfer2 so that transfers may be made from a normal windows console (DOS box). Command line arguments supplied to FTCon.exe are passed along to the FileTransfer 2 program which then runs from the system tray.

  • Page 38: Axw File Transfer Arguments

    The IP/URL address can be either the IP address or an URL and the port specifies the port on the master. An example for a TCP/IP transfer would be: 192.168.221.3:1319:1 -or- amx.boardroom.net:1319:0 The port is optional and defaults to 1319. Ping-before-connect is optional and the default is 1(enabled). For serial transfer, the command would be: commport,baud,[databits],[parity],[stopbits],[flow] commport = specifies the comm.
  • Page 39 Using the FTCon Console Program (Advanced Programmers Only) parity = specifies the parity. This should be set to N for no. Other values are O for odd, E for even, M for mark and S for space. stopbits = specifies stop bit value. This should be set to 1. flow = specifies flow control.
  • Page 40 Using the FTCon Console Program (Advanced Programmers Only) -t=B|I|F B = Send bitmaps within the TPD file. I = Send icons within the TPD file. F = Send fonts within the TPD file. You many use any combination. For example: -t do not send bitmaps, fonts, or icons.
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