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Installation Guide
NI-3100 NetLinx® Integrated Controller
Overview
The NI-3100 (FG2105-05), part of the NI Series of Master Controllers, satisfies the control and automation features common in a larger area or multiple rooms, which may include the integration of a larger number of devices including VCR and DVD players, projectors, lighting, thermostats and other electronic equipment. In technology-driven environments, this solution allows for the future addition of more devices and control capabilities. The NI-3100 offers higher performance with a faster processor, 64 MB of onboard RAM and a 256 MB CompactFlash card. For smaller business and home applications, the NI-3100 includes just the right mix of ports and features.
FIG. 1 NI-3100 NetLinx Integrated Controller (front view)
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).
ATTENTION!
Verify you are using the latest NI firmware for the on-board Master. Verify you are using the latest version of NetLinx Studio (available for download from www.amx.com).
Specifications
NI-3100 Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): |
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3.47" x 17.00" x 3.47" (8.81 cm x 43.18 cm x 8.82 cm) |
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2 rack units high |
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Power Requirement: |
900 mA @ 12 VDC |
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Memory: |
• 64 MB SDRAM |
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• 1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM |
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Compact Flash: |
128 MB or more |
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AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market |
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availability |
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Upgradeable - see Other AMX Equipment |
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Weight: |
4.55 lbs (2.06 kg) |
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Enclosure: |
Metal with black matte finish |
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Certifications: |
FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and IEC 60950 |
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Front Panel LEDs: |
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LINK/ACT: |
Green LED blinks when the Ethernet cables are connected and |
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terminated correctly. Also blinks when receiving Ethernet data |
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packets. |
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Status: |
Green LED blinks to indicate that the system is programmed and |
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communicating properly. |
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Output: |
Red LED blinks when the Controller transmits data, sets channels |
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On and Off, sends data strings, etc. |
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Input: |
Yellow LED blinks when the Controller receives data from button |
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pushes, strings, commands, channel levels, etc. |
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RS-232/422/485: |
7 sets of red and yellow LEDs light to indicate that DB9 Ports 1 - 7 |
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are transmitting or receiving RS-232, 422, or 485 data. |
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Relay: |
8 red LEDs light to indicate the relay channels 1 - 8 are active |
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(closed). These LEDs reflect the state of the relay on Port 8. |
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IR/Serial: |
8 red LEDs light to indicate the IR/Serial channels 1 - 8 are |
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transmitting control data on Ports 9 - 16. LED indictor for each IR |
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port remains lit for the length of time that IR/Serial data is being gen- |
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erated. |
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I/O: |
8 yellow LEDs light when the rear I/O channels 1 - 8 are active. The |
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LED for each I/O port reflects the state of that particular port. |
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Rear Panel Components: |
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RS-232/422/485 |
7 RS-232/422/485 control ports using DB9 (male) connectors with |
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(Ports 1 - 7): |
XON/XOFF (transmit on/transmit off), CTS/RTS (clear to send/ready |
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to send), and 300-115,200 baud. |
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ICSNet: |
2 RJ-45 connectors for ICSNet interface (provided by optional |
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ICSNet daughter card). |
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ICSHub Out: |
RJ-45 connector provides data to a Hub connected to the Controller |
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(provided by optional ICSNet daughter card). |
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NI-3100 Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Components (Cont.):
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Relay (Port 8): |
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Eight-channel single-pole single-throw relay ports |
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Each relay is independently controlled. |
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Supports up to 8 independent external relay devices |
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Channel range = 1-8 |
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• Each relay can switch up to 24 VDC or 28 VAC @ 1 A |
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Two 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connectors provide relay |
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termination |
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Digital I/O |
8-channel binary I/O port for contact closure with each input being |
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(Port 17): |
capable of voltage sensing. Input format is software selectable with |
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interactive power sensing for IR ports. |
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IR/Serial |
8 IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers of up to |
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(Ports 9 - 16): |
1.142 MHz with each output being capable of two electrical formats: |
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IR or Serial. |
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8 IR/Serial data signals can be generated simultaneously. |
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IR ports support data mode (at limited baud rates and wiring |
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distances). |
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Program Port: |
RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port on a |
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PC. This connector can be used with serial and NetLinx program- |
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ming commands, as well as other DB9 capable devices, to both |
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upload/download information from the NetLinx Studio program. |
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Configuration DIP |
Sets the communication parameters for the Program port (see Baud |
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Switch: |
Rate Settings). |
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ID Pushbutton: |
Sets the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment for the device. |
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Ethernet Port: |
RJ-45 connector provides TCP/IP communication. This is an Auto |
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MDI/MDI-X enabled port, which allows you to use either straight- |
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through or crossover Ethernet cables. |
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The Ethernet Port LEDs show communication activity, connection |
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status, speeds, and mode information: |
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SPD (speed) - Yellow LED lights On when the connection speed is |
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100 Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10 Mbps. |
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L/A (link/activity) - Green LED lights On when the Ethernet cables |
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are connected and terminated correctly, and blinks when |
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receiving Ethernet data packets. |
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AxLink Port: |
4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector that provides data and |
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power to external control devices. Green AXlink LED indicates the |
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state of the AXlink port. |
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Power Port: |
2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector. |
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Included |
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2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) PWR connector (41-5025) |
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4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) AXlink connector (41-5047) |
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10-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) I/O connector (41-5107) |
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Installation Kit (KA2105-01): |
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- 8-pin Relay Common Strip |
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- 4 rack mount screws |
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- 4 washers |
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2 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix female Relay connectors (41-5083) |
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2 CC-NIRC NetLinx IR Emitter Cables (FG10-000-11) |
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2 removable rack ears (62-2105-07) |
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2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix male connector (41-5026) |
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CC-NSER IR/Serial cables (FG10-007-10) |
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ICSNet daughter card (FG2105-10) |
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NCK, NetLinx Connector Kit (FG2902) |
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STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959) |
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Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware): |
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NXA-CF2NI256M - 256 MB compact flash card (FG2116-47) |
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NXA-CF2NI512M - 512 MB compact flash card (FG2116-48) |
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NXA-CF2NI1G - 1 GB compact flash card (FG2116-49) |
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Connections and Wiring
FIG. 2 shows the layout of the connectors and components on the rear of the NI-3100 NetLinx Integrated Controller.
ID Pushbutton |
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Ethernet |
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ICSNet cover plate |
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RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1-7) 
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I/O |
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IR/Serial |
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AXlink Port/LED |
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(Ports 9-16) |
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PWR |
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Program port |
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DIP switch |
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FIG. 2 NI-3100 rear connectors and components
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