AMX NI-2000 Instruction Manual

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Introduction4NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-2000 Specifications (Cont.)Digital I/O (Port 9) • Four-channel binary I/O port for contact closure• Each

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection94 NetLinx Integrated Controllers4. Enter any text into the Name field of the HyperTerminal Connection Desc

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection95NetLinx Integrated ControllersOption 1 - Set system security options for NetLinx Master (Security Options

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection96 NetLinx Integrated ControllersThe items in the Security Options Menu are described below:Option 2 - Disp

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection97NetLinx Integrated Controllers4. Enter a password for the new user. A password is a valid character strin

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection98 NetLinx Integrated ControllersThe Edit User Menu options are described in the following table:Access Rig

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection99NetLinx Integrated ControllersOption 5 - Delete user1. Type 5 and <ENTER> at the Security Setup pro

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection100 NetLinx Integrated Controllers2. Enter a name for the group. A group name is a valid character string (

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection101NetLinx Integrated Controllersaccess to a file or directory. From the answer, it will enter the appropri

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection102 NetLinx Integrated ControllersEdit Group menu: Display Access Rights1. At the Edit Group prompt, type 5

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection103NetLinx Integrated ControllersOption 10 - Show List of Authorized Groups1. Type 10 and <ENTER> at

Introduction5NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-3000 SpecificationsThe front LEDs (FIG. 3) are grouped by control type and are numbered according to the

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection104 NetLinx Integrated ControllersMain Security MenuThe Main Security menu is described below:Main Security

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection105NetLinx Integrated ControllersDefault Security ConfigurationBy default, the NetLinx Master will create t

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection106 NetLinx Integrated ControllersHelp menuType help at the prompt in the Telnet session to display the fol

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection107NetLinx Integrated ControllersLogging Into a SessionUntil Telnet security is enabled, a session will beg

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection108 NetLinx Integrated ControllersThe password is case sensitive. The password must be entered with the exa

Programming109NetLinx Integrated ControllersProgrammingThis section describes the Send_Commands, Send_Strings, and Channel commands you can use to pro

Programming110NetLinx Integrated ControllersFor example:STRUCTURE DEV{INTEGER Number // Device numberINTEGER Port // Port on deviceINTEGER System

Programming111NetLinx Integrated ControllersProgram Port Commands (Cont.)GET IP <D:P:S>Displays the Master Card's D:P:S, Host Name, Type (D

Programming112NetLinx Integrated ControllersProgram Port Commands (Cont.)SET IP <D:P:S>Prompts you to enter a Host Name, Type (DHCP or Fixed), I

Programming113NetLinx Integrated ControllersESC Pass CodesThere are 'escape' codes in the pass mode. These codes can switch the display mode

Introduction6NetLinx Integrated Controllers FIG. 3 NI-3000 NetLinx Integrated Controller (front view)FIG. 4 NI-3000 front and rear panel componentsA

Programming114NetLinx Integrated ControllersLinux Telnet clientThe Linux Telnet client has three anomalies that are known at this time: A null (\00)

Programming115NetLinx Integrated ControllersRS-232/422/485 Send_Commands (Cont.)B9MONOverrides and sets the communication settings on the RS-232 port

Programming116NetLinx Integrated ControllersRS-232/422/485 Send_Commands (Cont.)HSONEnables RTS (ready-to-send) and CTS (clear-to-send) hardware hands

Programming117NetLinx Integrated ControllersRS-232/422/485 Send_String Escape SequencesRS-232/422/485 Send_Commands (Cont.)TXCLRStops and clears all c

Programming118NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR / Serial Ports ChannelsIR RX Port ChannelsIR/Serial Send_CommandsThe following IR and IR/Serial Send_Co

Programming119NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR/Serial Send_Commands (Cont.)CHSends IR pulses to select a channel. All channels below 100 are transmitt

Programming120NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR/Serial Send_Commands (Cont.)GET MODEPolls the IR/Serial ports and reports the active mode settings to t

Programming121NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR/Serial Send_Commands (Cont.)PTOFSets the time between power pulses in .10-second increments, and is sto

Programming122NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR/Serial Send_Commands (Cont.)XCHMChanges the IR output pattern for the XCH command.Syntax:SEND_COMMAND &

Programming123NetLinx Integrated ControllersInput/Output Send_CommandsThe following Send_Commands program the I/O ports on the Integrated Controller.I

Introduction7NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-3000 Specifications (Cont.)Dimensions (HWD): • 3.47" x 17.00" x 3.47" (8.81 cm x 43.18 cm

Programming124NetLinx Integrated Controllers

Troubleshooting125NetLinx Integrated ControllersTroubleshootingThis section describes the solutions to possible hardware/firmware issues that could ar

Troubleshooting126NetLinx Integrated Controllers Troubleshooting Information (Cont.)Symptom SolutionI can’t connect to my NI Controller via the rear

Troubleshooting127NetLinx Integrated ControllersTroubleshooting Information (Cont.)Symptom SolutionDuring the firmware upgrade process, NetLinx Studio

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Introduction8NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-3000 Specifications (Cont.)Rear Panel Components:RS-232/422/485 (Ports 1 -7) • Seven RS-232/422/485 cont

Introduction9NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-3000 Specifications (Cont.)IR/Serial (Ports 9-16) • Eight IR/Serial control ports support high-frequency

Introduction10NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-4000 SpecificationsThe front LEDs (FIG. 5) are grouped by control type, and are numbered according to t

Introduction11NetLinx Integrated ControllersFIG. 6 NI-4000 front and rear panel componentsNI-4000 SpecificationsDimensions (HWD): • 5.21" x 17.0

Introduction12NetLinx Integrated Controllers NI-4000 Specifications (Cont.)Relay LEDs • Eight red LEDs light to indicate the rear relay channels 1-8 a

Introduction13NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-4000 Specifications (Cont.)Digital I/O (Port 17) • Eight-channel binary I/O port for contact closure• E

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Introduction14NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-4000 Specifications (Cont.)CardFrame Number DIP switch• Sets the starting address for the Control Car

Quick Setup and Configuration Overview15NetLinx Integrated ControllersQuick Setup and Configuration OverviewInstallation ProceduresThese are the steps

Quick Setup and Configuration Overview16 NetLinx Integrated ControllersUpdate the Controller and Control Card Firmware  Before using your new Integra

Connections and Wiring17NetLinx Integrated ControllersConnections and WiringSetting the Configuration DIP Switch (for the Program Port)Prior to instal

Connections and Wiring18NetLinx Integrated ControllersUsing the Configuration DIP switch1. Disconnect the power supply from the 2-pin PWR (green) conn

Connections and Wiring19NetLinx Integrated ControllersPreparing captive wiresYou will need a wire stripper and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and c

Connections and Wiring20NetLinx Integrated ControllersUsing the 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector for data and powerConnect the 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (

Connections and Wiring21NetLinx Integrated ControllersProgram Port Connections and WiringThe Integrated Controllers are equipped with one Program port

Connections and Wiring22NetLinx Integrated ControllersICSNet RJ-45 Connections/WiringThe following tables show the signal and pinouts/pairing informat

Connections and Wiring23NetLinx Integrated ControllersThe FIG. 11 illustrates the relative location of the ICSNet and ICSHub Out connectors on the rea

Table of ContentsiNetLinx Integrated ControllersTable of ContentsIntroduction ...

Connections and Wiring24NetLinx Integrated ControllersEthernet LEDs Ethernet ports used by the Integrated ControllersRelay Connections and WiringY

Connections and Wiring25NetLinx Integrated Controllers A metal commoning strip is supplied with each Integrated Controller to connect multiple relays

Connections and Wiring26NetLinx Integrated ControllersIR/Serial Connections and WiringYou can connect up to eight IR- or Serial-controllable devices t

Connections and Wiring27NetLinx Integrated ControllersNetLinx Control Card Slot Connector (NI-4000 unit only)FIG. 17 shows the 20-pin (male) connector

Connections and Wiring28NetLinx Integrated Controllers

Installation and Upgrading29NetLinx Integrated ControllersInstallation and UpgradingInstalling NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4000 Only)NetLinx Cards can b

Installation and Upgrading30NetLinx Integrated ControllersSetting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses (NI-4000 Only)The 8-position CardFrame Number DIP

Installation and Upgrading31NetLinx Integrated ControllersHere's the syntax:NUMBER:PORT:SYSTEMwhere: Removing NetLinx Control Cards (NI-4000 On

Installation and Upgrading32NetLinx Integrated Controllers3. Carefully pull-up and remove the housing up and away from the Controller to expose the in

Installation and Upgrading33NetLinx Integrated Controllers6. Insert the upgrade card into the connector opening with the arrow facing towards the pins

iiNetLinx Integrated ControllersTable of ContentsInstallation and Upgrading ...

Installation and Upgrading34NetLinx Integrated ControllersInstalling the Integrated Controller into an Equipment RackUse either the rack-mounting brac

Installation and Upgrading35NetLinx Integrated Controllers7. Slide the unit into the rack until the attachment holes, along both sides, align to their

Installation and Upgrading36NetLinx Integrated Controllers

Configuration and Firmware Update37NetLinx Integrated ControllersConfiguration and Firmware UpdateThis section refers to steps necessary to both commu

Configuration and Firmware Update38NetLinx Integrated Controllers6. Click the Edit Settings button to open the Serial Settings dialog (FIG. 23). 7. Se

Configuration and Firmware Update39NetLinx Integrated Controllers2. Select the Change System selection box from the System to Change section.3. Enter

Configuration and Firmware Update40NetLinx Integrated ControllersChanging the Device Address on a NetLinx Device1. Access the Device Addressing dialog

Configuration and Firmware Update41NetLinx Integrated ControllersRecommended NetLinx Device numbersResetting the Factory Default System and Device Val

Configuration and Firmware Update42NetLinx Integrated ControllersObtaining the Master’s IP Address (using DHCP)1. Select Diagnostics > Network Addr

Configuration and Firmware Update43NetLinx Integrated Controllers8. Click OK to accept the new changes.9. Click the Reboot Master button and select Ye

Table of ContentsiiiNetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Modify User page...

Configuration and Firmware Update44NetLinx Integrated Controllers7. Click the Set IP Information button to retain a known IP Address (obtained from th

Configuration and Firmware Update45NetLinx Integrated Controllers7. Click the Edit Settings button (on the Communications Settings dialog) to open the

Configuration and Firmware Update46NetLinx Integrated ControllersVerifying the current version of NetLinx Master FirmwareAll NI Integrated Controllers

Configuration and Firmware Update47NetLinx Integrated Controllers3. If the firmware version is not version 2 - build 135 or higher (ex: v2.XX.135), do

Configuration and Firmware Update48NetLinx Integrated Controllers11. Repeat steps 8 - 11 again (the last component will successfully be installed).12.

Configuration and Firmware Update49NetLinx Integrated Controllers8. Enter the IP Address into the TCP/IP Address field. This information is obtained f

Configuration and Firmware Update50NetLinx Integrated Controllers2. Verify you have downloaded the latest NetLinx Integrated Controller (KIT) file to

Configuration and Firmware Update51NetLinx Integrated Controllers10. Right-click the System number and select Refresh System. This establishes a new c

Configuration and Firmware Update52NetLinx Integrated Controllers13. Right-click the associated System number and select Refresh System. This establis

NetLinx Security and Web Server53NetLinx Integrated ControllersNetLinx Security and Web ServerNetLinx Masters (installed with firmware build 130 or hi

ivNetLinx Integrated ControllersTable of ContentsAccessing the Security configuration options...

NetLinx Security and Web Server54 NetLinx Integrated ControllersNew Master Firmware Security Features Master Security Telnet Security Terminal (RS2

NetLinx Security and Web Server55NetLinx Integrated ControllersAccessing the NetLinx Master via its IP AddressRefer to the Upgrading the On-board Mast

NetLinx Security and Web Server56 NetLinx Integrated ControllersThe following table lists the WebControl tab features that an administrator or other a

NetLinx Security and Web Server57NetLinx Integrated Controllers The NetLinx user account is created to be compatible with previous NetLinx Master fir

NetLinx Security and Web Server58 NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Enable Security pageThe Enable Security link toggles the appearance of

NetLinx Security and Web Server59NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Add Group pageThe Groups > Add Group link allows an authorized user t

NetLinx Security and Web Server60 NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Modify Group pageThe Groups > Modify Group link allows an authorized

NetLinx Security and Web Server61NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Group Directory Associations pageThe Groups > Directory Associations

NetLinx Security and Web Server62 NetLinx Integrated ControllersHere are some examples of valid entries: By default, all accounts that enable HTTP

NetLinx Security and Web Server63NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Add User pageThe Users > Add User link allows an authorized user to a

Introduction1NetLinx Integrated ControllersIntroductionNetLinx Integrated Master Controllers can be programmed to control RS-232/422/485, Relay, IR/Se

NetLinx Security and Web Server64 NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Modify User pageThe Users > Modify User link allows an authorized us

NetLinx Security and Web Server65NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - User Directory Associations pageThe Users > Directory Associations li

NetLinx Security and Web Server66 NetLinx Integrated ControllersA single '/' is sufficient to grant access to all files and directories in t

NetLinx Security and Web Server67NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - SSL Server Certificate pageA certificate is a cryptographically signed o

NetLinx Security and Web Server68 NetLinx Integrated ControllersA certificate consists of two different Keys: Master Key is generated by the Master a

NetLinx Security and Web Server69NetLinx Integrated ControllersSecurity tab - Export Certificate Request pageThe SSL > Export Certificate Request l

NetLinx Security and Web Server70 NetLinx Integrated ControllersSystem TabDisplays the firmware version and log information for the NetLinx Master (FI

NetLinx Security and Web Server71NetLinx Integrated ControllersMaster Security Setup ProceduresSetting the system security options for a NetLinx Maste

NetLinx Security and Web Server72 NetLinx Integrated Controllers6. Click on the checkbox next to SSL Enable to enable the use of SSL encryption and se

NetLinx Security and Web Server73NetLinx Integrated Controllers4. Click on the checkbox next to the requested access rights desired for the selected g

Introduction2NetLinx Integrated Controllers FIG. 1 NI-2000 NetLinx Integrated Controller (front view)FIG. 2 NI-2000 front and rear panel componentsN

NetLinx Security and Web Server74 NetLinx Integrated Controllers5. Click OK to accept and save the changes made on this tab to the Master.6. Successfu

NetLinx Security and Web Server75NetLinx Integrated ControllersAdding a Group directory association1. Click on the Security tab. By default this tab i

NetLinx Security and Web Server76 NetLinx Integrated Controllers To add an association to an Application tab, enter the association location (ex: /sh

NetLinx Security and Web Server77NetLinx Integrated ControllersAdding a User and configuring their access rights1. Click on the Security tab. By defau

NetLinx Security and Web Server78 NetLinx Integrated ControllersModifying an existing User’s access rights1. Click on the Security tab. By default thi

NetLinx Security and Web Server79NetLinx Integrated Controllers6. Enter the same password for the user into both the Password and Confirm fields if yo

NetLinx Security and Web Server80 NetLinx Integrated ControllersAdding a User directory association1. Click on the Security tab. By default this tab i

NetLinx Security and Web Server81NetLinx Integrated ControllersConfirming the new directory association1. Click on the Security tab.2. Click the Direc

NetLinx Security and Web Server82 NetLinx Integrated ControllersSelf-Generating a SSL Server Certificate Request1. Click on the Security tab (FIG. 55)

NetLinx Security and Web Server83NetLinx Integrated Controllers11. Choose Self Generate Certificate from the drop-down list. When this request is subm

Introduction3NetLinx Integrated ControllersNI-2000 Specifications (Cont.)Front Panel Components:LINK/ACT • Green LED lights when the Ethernet cable is

NetLinx Security and Web Server84 NetLinx Integrated Controllers10. Click the down arrow from the Action field to open a drop-down listing of availabl

NetLinx Security and Web Server85NetLinx Integrated Controllers4. Click OK to enter the new encrypted certificate information and save it to the Maste

NetLinx Security and Web Server86 NetLinx Integrated Controllers3. Enter any new or changed information into its respective field.4. Click the down ar

NetLinx Security and Web Server87NetLinx Integrated Controllers4. Enter the name of the server being used (this is the Master).  The server name is t

NetLinx Security and Web Server88 NetLinx Integrated ControllersAccessing an SSL-Enabled Master via an IP Address1. Enter the IP Address of the target

NetLinx Security and Web Server89NetLinx Integrated Controllers6. The user is then presented with a Certificate Import Wizard that begins the process

NetLinx Security and Web Server90 NetLinx Integrated Controllers18. The first tab displayed within your open browser window is WebControl.Using your N

NetLinx Security and Web Server91NetLinx Integrated Controllers8. Click Ye s from the Security Alert popup window to agree to the installation of the

NetLinx Security and Web Server92 NetLinx Integrated Controllers3. Restart your computer and launch your browser.4. Repeat steps 1 - 5 from the previo

NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection93NetLinx Integrated ControllersNetLinx Security with a Terminal ConnectionNetLinx Masters (version 2.10.80