Elk M1XEP User Manual

ELK-M1XEP

Ethernet Interface

INSTALLATION

MANUAL

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Table of Contents

Features and Specifications......................................................................................................... 3

Basics of Networking.................................................................................................................... 4

Installation and Hookup................................................................................................................5

Configuration and Setup .............................................................................................................. 6

Basic Network Setup ....................................................................................................................... 6

Send Changes to M1XEP and Save ............................................................................................... 7

Setup of Web Browser User Name & Password .......................................................................... 8

Email Notification Setup.................................................................................................................. 8

Central Station Setup (future) ........................................................................................................ 9

Setup of DDNS (future) ................................................................................................................... 9

Notes on Router Setup ................................................................................................................. 10

Connecting ElkRP to the Control over a Network .................................................................... 11

Updating the M1XEP Firmware .................................................................................................. 12

Using the Virtual Keypad Application........................................................................................ 13

Glossary of Networking Terms................................................................................................... 19

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The M1XEP has been shipped with the non-secure port enabled.
It is strongly recommended that you configure the M1XEP to use
the secure port for communications outside of the local network.
If you will connect to the local network using the non-secure
port, it is strongly recommended that the M1XEP be behind a
network router. Do not port forward the non-secure port to
outside the local network. If the non-secure port will not be used
it should be disabled in the M1XEP setup (refer to section 1.7 of
the configuration and setup).

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Features and Specifications

APPLICATION:

The ELK-M1XEP is an Ethernet Device Server with a RS-232 Serial Port Interface. It may be used to connect a Control in
the M1 Family to an Ethernet network using TCP-IP protocol. It features a secure embedded web server, with a user interface
built on a Java applet, email event notification, and FIPS compliant encryption algorithms for security sensitive environments.
It is powered by an ELK-P1216 12 Volts DC, 1.5 Amp plug-in power supply/adapter (included). A software setup utility is
built into ElkRP (version 1.5.0 or later) for configuring the connection setup, network password, etc. The M1XEP is factory
defaulted to obtain a dynamic IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. Ethernet switch, cable modem, etc.), however it may also
be setup with a static IP address.

FEATURES:

•Web server with embedded Java applet "M1 Virtual Keypad"

•Secure connection with password protection and HTTPS encryption

•Flash Memory for Firmware Updating

•Event notification via E-Mail (SMTP)

• Internet Monitoring and Reporting Capability

• URL Updating using Dynamic DNS

•TCP/IP stack supporting the following protocols:

TCP,UDP,DHCP,SSL 3.0/TLS 1.0, HTTP, SMTP

•Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 128 bit encryption

•Integrated 802.3 compliant 10/100 Mbit network interface

•RS232, DB9M 9-pin serial port connection

•Connects to the M1 RS-232 Serial port (Port 0) The baud rate for this port must be set to 115,200 (factory default)

•RJ45 8-pin Network Jack

•2.1mm barrel type power connector (center positive)

•LED Indicators for Power, Link, and Data

SPECIFICATIONS:

•Operating Voltage: 12 Volts D.C. from Elk-P1216 Plug-in Power Supply **

•Current Draw: approx. 300 mA

•Housing Dimensions: 4.25" x 6.375" x 2.125"

•Circuit Board Dimensions: 2.25" x 3.95"

** Any required network equipment, i.e. Ethernet switch, router, cable modem, etc. including the plug-in power supply for the

M1XEP, MUST be backed up with an adequately sized UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) in order for the equipment to
continue operating during brief power outages.

RJ-45 Connector
LED Indicators

Orange
Green

During a reboot, the green light will be off and the orange light will be on
for 30-45 seconds. When the reboot is complete, both lights will be off
for a second, and then the orange light will come on solid and the green
light will begin to blink. Wait several seconds before re-establishing a

connection with the control.

Description Normal State

Processor Power Indicator

Network Traffic Indicator

On-Solid
On-Blinking

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Basics of Networking

The installer must have a basic understanding of Ethernet setup to install and configure the M1XEP. If you do not have
this basic knowledge, please seek the assistance of a network professional.

The

Internet

Cable

ISP

DSL
Satellite

WAN

Wide Area Network

Location

Connection to outside the local network
may require assistance from others,
including the Internet service provider
and the network administrator.

Refer to section 6 of
the configuration and
setup on page 9.

Technical support from Elk
Products, Inc. is limited to the
setup and connection of the
M1XEP inside the local network.

High Speed

Modem

Router with Built-In

Dynamic DNS Support

PC

M1XEP

Cable Modem
DSL Modem
Satellite Modem

If using a DSL modem, the modem may need to
be bridged to allow the IP address to be passed
to the router. Contact the manufacturer of the
modem for assistance.

LAN

Local Area Network

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Installation and Hookup

The following connections are required for the M1XEP Ethernet Interface.

a. The DB9M 9-pin male connector should be connected to the DB9F 9-pin female serial port (port 0) on the

Control using a standard 9-pin male to female serial cable (included). The unit should be mounted within 10
feet of the Control. The baud rate of the Control's serial port must be set to 115,200, which is the factory
default.

b. The 2.1mm barrel type connector is used to connect a ELK-P1216 Plug-in Power Adapter (included). The

M1XEP operates from 12 Volts DC and draws approximately 300 mA. The center pin of the barrel connector is
positive.

Note: Any required network equipment, i.e. Ethernet switch, router, cable modem, etc. including
the plug-in power supply for the M1XEP,
(Uninterruptible Power Supply) in order for the equipment to continue operating during brief
power outages.

c. The RJ45 8-pin network jack is used to connect the M1XEP to a LAN/WAN Ethernet network switch or router.

This requires a standard network 8-pin RJ45 terminated patch cable (not included).

d. The 5-pin connector along the side of the M1XEP is provided for future use. An ELK-WO35A cable is required

(not supplied) to connect to it. DO NOT CONNECT anything to this connector at this time.

MUST be backed up with an adequately sized UPS

a.

b.

c.

d.

1. Turn Off the Master Power Switch before making any connections.

2. Connect the serial port cable from the Control to the M1XEP. Connect a network patch cable from the M1XEP to
the LAN (local area network) switch or router. Then, connect the power cable from the P1216 plug-in power supply.
Plug the P1216 into a 110V power outlet. The M1XEP should power up and attempt to link up with the Ethernet
network.

3. It is now okay to power up the Control.

4. Enroll the M1XEP into the Control. Using the keypad, access the Installation Programming menu (Menu 9).
Choose Bus Module Enrollment (Menu 1) and press the right arrow key to start the enrollment. When the enroll­ment is complete press the ELK or * (Asterisk) key to exit.

Note: The M1XEP does not connect to the RS-485 data bus on the control, therefore it will not appear
in the list of devices enrolled into the control. However, the enrollment process is necessary to
ensure proper supervision of the device. If the M1XEP is removed, it must be "un-enrolled" by
completing the Bus Module Enrollment process to prevent an "Ethernet Trouble" from occurring.

5. Proceed to the Configuration and Setup.

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Configuration and Setup

The M1XEP is supported by the M1 Family of controls with firmware version 4.3.0 or later. The M1XEP software
configuration utility is built into ElkRP software version 1.5.0 or later. If you have an older version of firmware or ElkRP
software, current updates can be downloaded from the M1 Dealer Website (www.elkproducts.com). For the initial

setup, ElkRP and the Control using the M1XEP must be on the same local network. ElkRP can not "find" an M1XEP
outside of the local area network (refer to step 1.2). The M1XEP is shipped with DHCP enabled. If a DHCP server

exists on your network the M1XEP will obtain a “dynamic” IP address, gateway address, and subnet mask allowing it to
work on the local network. If not, the factory programmed (default) IP address is 192.168.0.251. If desired, the M1XEP
can be configured with your choice of a “static” (non-changing) IP address. This can be done during the following setup.

Before beginning the M1XEP setup, please ensure that the Control is programmed to transmit ASCII strings
at 115,200 baud for each of its available conditions to allow the Control and the Virtual Keypad to have and
display the information. Using the Keypad Installer Programming, or the ElkRP software, access the Globals
Menu (Menu-07) and program yes for options 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, and 40. Verify that Option 34 is set to 115,200.

1. Basic Network Setup

1.1. A router serving DHCP should not need any configuration to allow the M1XEP to connect inside the local network.
For communications outside the local network you will need to establish several open ports on the router. Please
refer to section 7 of the configuration and setup on page 10 and the documentation for the router for more details.

1.2.Start the ElkRP software and open the desired account.
a. On the account details screen, click the 'M1XEP Setup' button located near the lower right side of the

screen. With the 'Introduction' tab selected, take a few minutes to read this information.
b. When you are ready to proceed, click the 'Find' button. This will open the “Find M1XEPs” screen.
c. ElkRP will search for all M1XEPs connected to the local network. If the installation and hookup

procedure has been completed correctly, the M1XEP should be listed on this screen. Only one

should be found, unless there are multiple units installed.
d. Verify that the MAC address in the second column matches the MAC address of the M1XEP. The MAC

address is located on top of the white barcode label on the RJ45 connector of the M1XEP (see figure below).
e. Note the IP address in the third column. This is the address used to connect/communicate with the M1XEP.

Remember, if a DHCP server is on the network and the M1XEP is still set for DHCP (factory default), this

number will most likely be a "dynamic" address. However, in the absence or failure of a DHCP server, the

M1XEP will default to its last static IP address, which is set from the factory to 192.168.0.251.

1.3.Highlight the M1XEP to be configured and click the 'Use Selected' button. This automatically copies the IP
address and Port settings to the ElkRP "Account Details" location and returns back to the setup screen. Click
'Close' to exit this screen.

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