AMX AXR-NWS User Manual

AXR-NWS

NetWave Server

instruction manual

Control Panel Accessories

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Product Information .................................................................................................1

Specifications .................................................................................................................... 1

Installation .................................................................................................................3

Setting the Group Address ................................................................................................ 4

Setting the GROUP ADDRESS DIP switch ............................................................................. 5

Setting the Device Address on a touch panel .......................................................................... 5

Setting the Group ID.......................................................................................................... 6

Setting Group ID DIP switches................................................................................................. 6

Setting the Group ID on the touch panel.................................................................................. 6

Connecting to the Controller.............................................................................................. 7

Power guidelines...................................................................................................................... 7

Using AXlink for data and power .............................................................................................. 7

Using AXlink for data with an auxiliary power supply............................................................... 8

Preparing captive wires ............................................................................................................ 8

Installing the Control System............................................................................................. 8

Installing the Optional NWA-EXT External Extended Range Antenna.............................. 9

Firmware Upgrades ................................................................................................11

Replacing the Firmware Chip .......................................................................................... 11

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AXR-NWS NetWave Server

Product Information

The AXR-NWS NetWave Server is a two-way Radio Frequency (RF) device employing 2.4 GHz

digital communications. The AXR-NWS is compatible with both Axcess and NetLinx Integrated

Central Controllers, and communicates with up to 16 wireless devices.

The AXR-NWS complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Specifications

The following table lists the AXR-NWS specifications.

Specifications

Dimensions (HWD)

NWS without antenna

NWS with antenna

Faceplate

Weight 10.56 oz (299.37 g)

Power Requirement 175 mA @ 12 VDC

Enclosure Metal with black anodized matte finish

Operating Frequency 2.4 GHz RF digital spread-spectrum transmission and reception with up to 16

Control Compatibility Axcess Central Controllers

Front Panel Components:

AXlink LED Green LED that shows power and AXlink communication activity. Blink patterns

Status LED Red LED that lights when an RF link is established with one or more devices.

RX LED Yellow LED that lights when the AXR-NWS receives RF control data.

Group Address 8 position DIP switch that sets the GROUP ADDRESS (0 - 255)

Group ID 4 position DIP switch that sets the control group identification (0 - 15)

Rear Panel Components:

Antenna Omni-directional, swivel high-gain RF antenna

1.65" x 5.55" x 6.40" (4.19 cm x 14.10 cm x 16.20 cm)

7.41" x 5.55" x 6.40" (18.82 cm x 14.10 cm x 16.20 cm)

1.50" x 5.55" x 0.53" (3.80 cm x 14.10 cm x 1.30 cm)

ViewPoints

NetLinx Central Controllers

Landmark Controller

include:

• Off - No power or the controller is not functioning properly.

• One blink per second - indicates power is active and AXlink data
communication is functional.

• Full On - Indicates power is active and AXlink data communication is not
functional.

• If the light is On, the Server’s signal is locked and communicating with the
ViewPoint.

• If the light is Off, the Server is not communicating with the ViewPoint because
the signal is either lost or broken.

Product Information

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Product Information

Specifications (Cont.)

Connectors 4-pin (male) AXlink, 3.5 mm, bus connector; connects to the Central Controller

for receiving and transmitting AXlink control data and 12 VDC power.

Optional Accessories: • AC-RK Rack Mount Kit

• PSN2.8 Power Supply

• NWA-EXT (External Netwave Antenna)

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