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Installation Guide

NI-4100 NetLinx Central Controllers

The NI-4100 series of NetLinx Controllers provide versatility with the ability to integrate the

largest number of devices in the NI Series of Master Controllers, including projectors,

lighting, VCR and DVD players, thermostats and other electronic equipment. In these

technology-driven environments, this solution allows for the future addition of more devices

and control capabilities.

With a perfect mix of compatible formats, the NI-4100 series offers flexibility and

customization for businesses experiencing rapid growth and for homes that demand

seamless integration of technology and design. The NI-4100 series provides higher

performance with a faster processor, up to 256MB of onboard RAM and Duet-compatibility.

The NI-4100’s on-board Master also provides the ability to update installed control card

firmware.

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

Connections and Wiring

Inserting NetLinx Cards into the NetLinx Control Card Slots

NetLinx Cards can be installed into the front card slots. The cards mount horizontally through

the card slot openings on the front panel of the enclosure. To install a NetLinx Card:

FIG. 1 NI-4100

NI-4100 Specifications

Models Available: • NI-4100 64MB Controller (FG2105-06)

• NI-4100/256 256MB Controller (FG2105-26)

Dimensions (HWD): • 5 3/16" x 17" x 9 5/16" (13.2 cm x 43.2 cm x 23.7 cm)

• RU: 3

Power Requirement: • 900 mA @ 12 VDC

Memory: NI-4100:

•64 MB SDRAM

• 1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM

NI-4100/256:

• 256 MB SDRAM

1 MB Non-volatile (NV) SRAM

Compact Flash: 2GB or greater (upgradeable to 4GB - see Other AMX Equipment).

Note: AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market

availability.

Weight: 9.15 lbs (4.15 kg)

Enclosure: Metal with black matte finish

Certifications: FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and IEC 60950

Front Panel LEDs/Slots:

LINK/ACT

(green):

Blinks when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly.

Also blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets.

Status (green): Blinks to indicate that the system is programmed and communicating

properly.

Output (red): Blinks when the Controller transmits data, sets channels On and Off, sends

data strings, etc.

Input (yellow): Blinks when the Controller receives data from button pushes, strings,

commands, channel levels, etc.

RS-232/422/485

(red):

Light to indicate that DB9 Ports 1 - 7 are transmitting or receiving RS-232,

422, or 485 data.

Relay (red): Light to indicate the relay channels 1 - 8 are active (closed). These LEDs

reflect the state of the relay on Port 8.

LINK/ACT LED

STATUS LED

INPUT LED

OUTPUT LED RS-232/422/485 Status LEDs

RELAY Status LEDs

IR/SERIAL Status LEDs

I/O Status LEDs

front

rear

RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1-7)

ICSNet/ICSHub Ports (provided by optional

Relays (Port 8)

I/O (Port 17)

IR/Serial (Ports 9-16)

PROGRAM Port

CONFIGURATION DIP Switch

ID Pushbutton

ETHERNET

10/100 Port

AxLink Port

12 VDC PWR Connector

Slot 1-4 connectors

ICSNet daughter card)

Cardframe

DIP Switch

Slot 1-4 connectors

NI-4100 Specifications (Cont.)

IR/Serial (red): Light to indicate the IR/Serial channels 1 - 8 are 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.

I/O (yellow): Light when the rear I/O channels 1 - 8 are active. The LED for each I/O port

reflects the state of that particular port.

NetLinx Control

Card Slots 1 - 4:

Accepts up to 4 compatible NetLinx Cards (NXC-COM2, NXC-IRS4,

NXC-I/O10, NXC-REL8).

Rear Panel Components:

RS-232/422/485

(Ports 1 - 7):

7 RS-232/422/485 control ports using DB9 (male) connectors with XON/

XOFF (transmit on/transmit off), CTS/RTS (clear to send/ready to send),

and 300-115,200 baud.

ICSNet: 2 RJ-45 connectors for ICSNet interface (provided by optional ICSNet

daughter card).

ICSHub Out: RJ-45 connector provides data to a Hub connected to the Controller

(provided by optional ICSNet daughter card).

Relay (Port 8): • 8-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):

8-channel binary I/O port for contact closure with each input being capable

of voltage sensing. Input format is software selectable with interactive

power sensing for IR ports.

Note: The I/Os are not dry closure; they are electronic switches that float at

5V when Off. Therefore, they should not be expected to work in situations

that require true dry contact (or dry closure). The I/Os do work with AMX

PC1, PC2, UPC20 and UPC20+.

IR/Serial

(Ports 9 - 16):

8 IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz

with each output being capable of two electrical formats: IR or Serial.

• 8 IR/Serial data signals can be generated simultaneously.

• IR ports support data mode (at limited baud rates and wiring distances).

Program Port: RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port on a PC.

This connector can be used with serial and NetLinx programming com-

mands, as well as other DB9 capable devices, to both upload/download

information from the NetLinx Studio program.

Configuration

DIP Switch:

Sets the communication parameters for the Program port (see Baud Rate

Settings).

ID Pushbutton: Sets the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment for the device.

Ethernet Port: RJ-45 connector provides TCP/IP communication. This is an Auto MDI/

MDI-X enabled port, which allows you to use either straight-through or

crossover Ethernet cables.

The Ethernet Port 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 and terminated correctly, and blinks when receiving Ethernet

data packets.

AxLink Port: 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector that provides data and power

to external control devices. Green AXlink LED indicates the state of the

AXlink port.

Power Port: 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector.

CardFrame #

DIP Switch:

Sets the starting address for the Control Cards in the CardFrame. (Factory

default CardFrame DIP switch value = 0). The Control Card address range

is 1-3064.

Control Card

Connectors (1-4):

20-pin (male) connectors that connect the Control Cards and external

equipment to the CardFrame.

Operating

Environment:

• Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 50° C (122° F)

• Operating Humidity: 20% to 85% RH

• Heat Dissipation (Typical): 36.9 BTU/hr

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)

• 10-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) I/O connector (41-5107)

• Installation Kit (KA2105-01):

8-pin Relay Common Strip

4 rack mount screws

4 washers

• 2 8-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) Relay connectors (41-5083)

• 2 CC-NIRC NetLinx IR Emitter Cables (FG10-000-11)

• 2 removable rack ears (62-2105-07)

Other AMX

Equipment:

• 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix male connector (41-5026)

• CC-NSER IR/Serial cables (FG10-007-10)

• NCK, NetLinx Connector Kit (FG2902)

• STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959)

• Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware):

NXA-CF2NI4G, 4 GB Flash Upgrade (FG2116-07)

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