AMX NXI-x000 User Manual
Hardware Reference Guide
NXI-x000 Series
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
(NI-2000, NI-3000, NI-4000)
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Last Revised: 5/30/2008
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................1
NI-2000 Specifications .............................................................................................. 2
NI-3000 Specifications .............................................................................................. 6
NI-4000 Specifications ............................................................................................ 10
Related Documents................................................................................................. 14
Installation and Upgrading ...............................................................................15
Installing NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4000 Only) ..................................................... 15
Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses (NI-4000 Only).................................. 16
Device:Port:System (D:P:S)............................................................................................ 16
Removing NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4000 Only) ................................................... 17
Compact Flash Upgrades........................................................................................ 17
Accessing The Internal Components On An Integrated Controller ............................... 17
Installation of Compact Flash Upgrades........................................................................ 18
Closing and Securing the Outer Housing ...................................................................... 19
Installing Into An Equipment Rack .......................................................................... 19
Connections and Wiring ...................................................................................21
Setting the Configuration DIP Switch (for the Program Port) ................................. 21
Baud Rate Settings........................................................................................................ 21
Program Run Disable (PRD) Mode................................................................................. 21
Working With the Configuration DIP Switch ................................................................. 22
Setting the CardFrame DIP Switch (NI-4000 Only) ................................................. 22
Program Port Connections and Wiring ................................................................... 22
Modes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns ............................................................ 23
Port Assignments and Functionality........................................................................ 23
AXlink Port and LED ............................................................................................... 24
Wiring Guidelines ................................................................................................... 24
Wiring length guidelines ............................................................................................... 24
Preparing Captive Wires ............................................................................................... 25
Wiring a Power Connection........................................................................................... 25
Using the 4-Pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data and Power ...................................... 25
Using the 4-pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data With External Power ...................... 26
DB9 Device Port: Connections and Wiring ............................................................. 26
ICSNet Port: Connections and Wiring..................................................................... 27
ICSHub OUT Port: Connections and Wiring ............................................................ 28
Relay Port: Connections and Wiring ....................................................................... 28
Relay Connections ......................................................................................................... 28
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Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections and Wiring ................................................... 29
IR/Serial Port: Connections and Wiring................................................................... 30
NetLinx Control Card Slot Connector (NI-4000 only).............................................. 30
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring ........................................................ 31
Ethernet LEDs .............................................................................................................. 31
Ethernet Ports Used By the Integrated Controller ........................................................ 32
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Introduction
NetLinx Integrated Master Controllers can be programmed to control RS-232/422/485, Relay,
IR/Serial, and Input/Output devices through the use of both the NetLinx programming language and the
NetLinx Studio application (version 2.4 or higher). Another key feature of this products is the ability to
easily access the configuration switches without having to remove a
cover plate.
NetLinx Integrated Master Controller Features
NI-2000
(FG2105-01)
NI-3000
(FG2105-02)
NI-4000
(FG2105)
Introduction
• 1 RS-232 Program port
• 3 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 ports
• 4 IR/Serial Output ports
• 4 Digital Input/Output ports
•4 Relays
• 1 RS-232 Program port
• 7 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 ports
• 8 IR/Serial Output ports
• 8 Digital Input/Output ports
•8 Relays
• Support for up to 4 NetLinx control cards (such as NXC-COM2, NXC-IRS4, etc.)
• 1 RS-232 Program port
• 7 RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 ports
• 8 IR/Serial Output ports
• 8 Digital Input/Output ports
•8 Relays
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
2 MicroEdition (J2ME) platform. Duet simplifies the programming of
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. Dynamic
Device Discovery makes integration even easier by automatically identifying and communicating with
devices which support this new beaconing technology.
These NI Controllers use a combination lithium battery and clock crystal package called a Timekeeper.
Only one Timeke eper 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. This calculation is based on storing the unit without power in 50° C (120° F)
temperature until battery levels are no longer acceptable. The part number for a replacement battery is
57-0032.
NI-2000, NI-3000, NI-4000 Hardware Reference Guide
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Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications
The front panel LEDs (FIG. 1) are grouped by control type and are labeled according to their
corresponding port (connector) numbers on the rear of the unit. The back of the unit contains three
RS-232/422/485, one Relay, one IR/Serial and one I/O connectors. In addition, this unit provides an ID
pushbutton, AXlink LED, and other related connectors. FIG. 2 s hows th e fr ont a nd r ear o f th e NI -20 00.
FIG. 1 NI-2000 NetLinx Integrated Controller (front view)
RS-232/422/485 TX/RX LEDs (red/yellow)
Link/Active-Status-Output-Input
Relay LEDs (red)
IR/Serial LEDs (red)
Front
Rear
Relays
(Port 4)
FIG. 2 NI-2000 front and rear panel components
RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1-3)
IR/Serial (Ports 5-8)
I/O (Port 9)
Program
port
ICSNet (2)
DIP
switch
ID Pushbutton
I/O LEDs
(yellow)
ICSHub Out
Ethernet
AXlink LED
(green)
AXlink
port
PWR
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Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): • 3.47" x 17.00" x 3.47" (8.81 cm x 43.18 cm x 8.82 cm)
• 2 RU (rack unit) high
Power Requirement: • 700 mA @ 12 VDC
Memory: • 32 MB SDRAM
• 1 MB of Non-volatile Flash
Compact Flash: • 32 MB Card (upgradeable). Refer to the Other AMX Equipment section on
page 5 for more information.
Weight: • 4.50 lbs (2.04 kg)
Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
Front Panel Components:
LINK/ACT • Green LED blinks when the Ethernet cable is connected and an active link
is established. This LED also blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets.
Status • Green LED blinks to indicate that the system is programmed and
communicating properly.
Output • Red LED blinks when the Controller transmits data, sets channels On/Off,
sends data strings, etc.
Input • Yellow LED blinks when the Controller receives data from button pushes,
strings, commands, channel levels, etc.
RS-232/422/485 LEDs • Three sets of red and yellow LEDs light to indicate the rear DB9 Ports 1 - 3
Relay LEDs • Four red LEDs light to indicate the rear relay channels 1 - 4 are active
IR/Serial LEDs • Four red LEDs light to indicate the rear IR/Serial channels 1 - 4 are
I/O LEDs • Four yellow LEDs light when the rear I/O channels 1 - 4 are active
Rack-mount brackets • Provide an installation option for the Integrated Controller to be mounted
Rear Panel Connectors:
RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1 -3) • Three RS-232/422/485 control ports using DB9 (male) connectors with
ICSNet • Tw o RJ-45 connectors for ICSNet interface
ICSHub Out • RJ-45 connector provides data to another Hub connected to the Controller
are transmitting or receiving RS-232, 422, or 485 data:
- TX LEDs (red) light when transmitting data
- RX LEDs (yellow) light when receiving data
- LED activity reflects transmission and reception activity
(closed).
• These LEDs reflect the state of the relay on Port 4
• If the relay is engaged = LED On and if the relay is Off = LED Off
transmitting control data on Ports 5 - 8
• LED indictor for each IR port remains lit for the length of time that IR/Serial
data is being generated
• LED indicator for each I/O port reflects the state of that particular port
into an equipment rack, when used with the Installation Kit (KA2105-01).
XON/XOFF (transmit On/transmit Off), CTS/RTS (clear to send/ready to
send), and 300-115,200 baud.
• Channel range = 1-255
• Channels 1-254 provide feedback
• Channel 255 (CTS Push channel): Reflects the state of the CTS Input if a
'CTSPSH' command was sent to the port
• Output data format for each port is selected via software
• Three DB9 connectors provide RS-232/422/485 termination
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Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Connectors (Cont.):
Relay (Port 4) • Four-channel single-pole single-throw relay ports
• Each relay is independently controlled.
• Supports up to 4 independent external relay devices
• Channel range = 1-4
• Each relay can switch up to 24 VDC or 28 VAC @ 1 A
• 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connector provides relay termination
Digital I/O (Port 9) • Four-channel binary I/O port for contact closure
• Each input is capable of voltage sensing. Input format is software
selectable.
• Interactive power sensing for IR ports
• Channel range = 1-4
• All inputs are assigned to respective IR/Serial ports for "automatic" power
control through the use of software commands. Power control is provided
via commands such as: ’PON’, ’POF’, ’POD’, ’DELAY’, I/O Link etc.).
• Contact closure between GND and an I/O port is detected as a PUSH
• When used as voltage input - I/O port detects a low signal (0- 1.5 VDC) as
a PUSH and a high signal (3.5 - 5 VDC) as a RELEASE
• When used as an output - each I/O port acts as a switch to GND and is
rated at 200 mA @ 12 VDC
• 6-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connector provides I/O port
termination
Note: This IO port uses 5V logic but can handle up to 12V without harm. It
can handle up to 12V on the input. At higher voltages you run a higher risk of
surge damage.
IR/Serial (Ports 5-8) • Four IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers of up to
1.142 MHz.
• Each output is capable of three electrical formats: IR, Serial, and Data
• Four IR/Serial data signals can be generated simultaneously.
• Channel range = 1-32,767
• Channels 1-128 (output): IR commands
• Channels 129-253: used as reference channels
• Channel 254 (feedback): Power Fail (used with 'PON' and 'POF'
commands)
• Channel 255 (feedback): Power status (when IO Link is set)
• IR ports support data mode (at limited baud rates and wiring distances).
• 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connector provides IR/Serial port
termination
Program port • RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port on a
computer; used with serial commands, NetLinx programming commands,
other DB9 capable devices, and to upload/download information from the
NetLinx Studio 2.4 program.
Configuration DIP switch • Sets the communication parameters for the Program port.
ID pushbutton • Provides the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment for the device.
• The D notation is used to represent a device number.
• Refer to the NetLinx Integrated Controller WebConsole & Programming
Guide for details.
Ethernet port • RJ-45 port for 10/100 Mbps communication. This port automatically
negotiates the connection speed (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps) and whether to
use half duplex or full duplex mode.
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Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Connectors (Cont.):
Ethernet Link/Activity LED • LEDs show communication activity, connection status, speeds, and mode
information:
SPD (speed) - Yellow LED lights On when the connection speed is 100
Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10 Mbps.
L/A (link/activity) - Green LED lights On when the Ethernet cables are
connected/terminated correctly, and blinks when receiving Ethernet data
packets.
AXlink LED • Green LED indicates the state of the AXlink connector port.
• Normal AXlink activity = 1 blink/second
• Abnormal AXlink activity = cycle of 3 consecutive blinks and then Off
AXlink port • 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector provides data and power to
external control devices.
Power port • 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector
Included Accessories: • 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) PWR connector (41-5025)
• 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) AXlink connector (41-5047)
• 6-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) I/O connector (41-5063)
• 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) Relay connector (41-5083)
• Installation Kit (KA2105-01):
8-pin Relay Common Strip
Four rack mount screws
Four washers
• NI-2000 Quick Start Guide
• Two CC-NIRC IR Emitters
• Two removable rack ears (62-2105-07)
Other AMX Equipment: • 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix male connector (41-5026)
• CC-NIRC IR cables (FG10-000-11)
• CC-NSER IR/Serial cables (FG10-007-10)
• CSB Cable Support Bracket (FG517)
• NCK, NetLinx Connector Kit (FG2902)
• STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959)
• Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware):
NXA-CFNI64M - 64 MB compact flash card (FG2116-31)
NXA-CFNI128M - 128 MB compact flash card (FG2116-32)
NXA-CFNI256M - 256 MB compact flash card (FG2116-33)
NXA-CFNI512M - 512 MB compact flash card (FG2116-34)
NXA-CFNI1G - 1 GB compact flash card (FG2116-35)
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Introduction
NI-3000 Specifications
The front LEDs (FIG. 3) are grouped by control type and are labeled according to their corresponding
port (connector) numbers on the rear of the unit. The back of the this unit contains RS-232/422/485,
Relay, IR/Serial and I/O connectors. In addition, this unit provides an ID pushbutton, AXlink LED, and
other related connectors. FIG. 4 shows the front and rear of the
NI-3000.
FIG. 3 NI-3000 NetLinx Integrated Controller (front view)
Link/Active-Status-Output-Input
Front
Rear
Relays
(Port 8)
FIG. 4 NI-3000 front and rear panel components
RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1-7)
I/O (Port 17)
RS-232/422/485 TX/RX LEDs (red/yellow)
Relay LEDs (red)
IR/Serial LEDs (red)
I/O LEDs (yellow)
ICSNet (2)
ICSHub Out
IR/Serial (Ports 9-16)
Program
port
DIP
switch
ID Pushbutton
Ethernet
AXlink LED
(green)
AXlink
port
PWR
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Introduction
NI-3000 Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): • 3.47" x 17.00" x 3.47" (8.81 cm x 43.18 cm x 8.82 cm)
• 2 RU (rack unit) high
Power Requirement: • 900 mA @ 12 VDC
Memory: • 32 MB SDRAM
• 1 MB of Non-volatile Flash
Compact Flash: • 32 MB Card (upgradeable). Refer to the Other AMX Equipment section on
page 9 for more information.
Weight: • 4.55 lbs (2.06 kg)
Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
Front Panel Components:
LINK/ACT • Green LED lights when the Ethernet cable is connected and an active link
is established. This LED also blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets.
Status • Green LED lights to indicate that the system is programmed and
communicating properly.
Output • Red LED lights when the Controller transmits data, sets channels On/Off,
sends data strings, etc.
Input • Yellow LED lights when the Controller receives data from button pushes,
strings, commands, channel levels, etc.
RS-232/422/485 LEDs • Seven sets of red and yellow LEDs light to indicate the rear DB9 Ports 1-7
Relay LEDs • Eight red LEDs light to indicate the rear relay channels 1-8 are active
IR/Serial LEDs • Eight red LEDs light to indicate the rear IR/Serial channels 1-8 are
I/O LEDs • Eight yellow LEDs light when the rear I/O channels 1-8 are active
Rack-mount brackets • Provide an installation option for the Integrated Controller to be mounted
Rear Panel Connectors:
RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1 -7) • Seven RS-232/422/485 control ports using DB9 (male) connectors with
ICSNet • Tw o RJ-45 connectors for ICSNet interface
ICSHub Out • RJ-45 connector provides data to another Hub connected to the Controller
are transmitting or receiving RS-232, 422, or 485 data:
- TX LEDs (red) light when transmitting data
- RX LEDs (yellow) light when receiving data
- LED activity reflects transmission and reception activity
(closed)
• These LEDs reflect the state of the relay on Port 8
• If the relay is engaged = LED On and if the relay is Off = LED Off
transmitting control data on Ports 9-16
• LED indictor for each IR port remains lit for the length of time that IR/Serial
data is being generated
• LED indicator for each I/O port reflects the state of that particular port
into an equipment rack, when used with the Installation Kit (KA2105-01).
XON/XOFF (transmit on/transmit off), CTS/RTS (clear to send/ready to
send), and 300-115,200 baud.
• Channel range = 1-255
• Channels 1-254 provide feedback
• Channel 255 (CTS Push channel): Reflects the state of the CTS Input if a
'CTSPSH' command was sent to the port
• Output data format for each port is selected via software
• Seven DB9 connectors provide RS-232/422/485 termination
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Introduction
NI-3000 Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Connectors (Cont.):
Relay (Port 8) • Eight-channel single-pole single-throw relay ports
• Each relay is independently controlled.
• Supports up to 8 independent external relay devices
• Channel range = 1-8
• Each relay can switch up to 24 VDC or 28 VAC @ 1 A
• Two 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connectors provide relay
termination
Digital I/O (Port 17) • Eight-channel binary I/O port for contact closure
• Each input is capable of voltage sensing. Input format is software
selectable.
• Interactive power sensing for IR ports
• Channel range = 1-8
• All inputs are assigned to respective IR/Serial ports for "automatic" power
control through the use of software commands. Power control is provided
via commands such as: ’PON’, ’POF’, ’POD’, ’DELAY’, I/O Link etc.).
• Contact closure between GND and an I/O port is detected as a PUSH
• When used as voltage input - I/O port detects a low signal (0- 1.5 VDC) as
a PUSH and a high signal (3.5 - 5 VDC) as a RELEASE
• When used as an output - each I/O port acts as a switch to GND and is
rated at 200 mA @ 12 VDC
• 10-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connector provides I/O port
termination
Note: This IO port uses 5V logic but can handle up to 12V without harm. It
can handle up to 12V on the input. At higher voltages you run a higher risk of
surge damage.
IR/Serial (Ports 9-16) • Eight IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers up to
1.142 MHz
• Each output is capable of three electrical formats: IR, Serial, and Data
• Eight IR/Serial data signals can be generated simultaneously.
• Channel range = 1-32,767
• Channels 1-128 (output): IR commands
• Channels 129-253: used as reference channels
• Channel 254 (feedback): Power Fail (used with 'PON' and 'POF'
commands)
• Channel 255 (feedback): Power status (when IO Link is set)
• IR ports support data mode (at limited baud rates and wiring distances).
• Two 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) connectors provide IR/Serial port
termination
Program port • RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port on a
computer; used with serial commands, NetLinx programming commands,
other DB9 capable devices, and to upload/download information from the
NetLinx Studio 2.4 program.
Configuration DIP switch • Sets the communication parameters for the Program port.
ID pushbutton • Provides the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment for the device.
• The D notation is used to represent a device number.
• Refer to the NetLinx Integrated Controller WebConsole & Programming
Guide for details.
Ethernet port • RJ-45 port for 10/100 Mbps communication. This port automatically
negotiates the connection speed (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps) and whether to
use half duplex or full duplex mode.
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