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Hardware Reference Guide
NI-700/900
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Last Revised: 5/13/2008
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
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AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer This Limited Warranty and Disclaimer extends only to products purchased directly from AMX or an AMX Authorized Partner which include AMX Dealers, Distributors, VIP’s or other AMX authorized entity. AMX warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three (3) years from the date of purchase, with the following exceptions: • Electroluminescent and LCD Control Panels are warranted for three (3) years, except for the
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................1 NI-700 Overview....................................................................................................... 1 NI-700 Specifications ................................................................................................ 1 NI-700 Port Assignment And Functionality ..............................................................
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Table of Contents ii NI-700 & NI-900 Hardware Reference Guide
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Introduction Introduction NI-700 Overview The NI-700 NetLinx Integrated Master Controller can be programmed to control RS-232/422/485, 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 product is the ability to easily access the configuration switches without having to remove a cover plate. NetLinx Integrated Master Controller Features NI-700 • 1 R
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Introduction NI-700 Specifications Dimensions (HWD): • 1.58" x 5.54" x 5.12" (4.01 cm x 14.10 cm x 13.00 cm) • 1 RU (rack unit) high Power Requirements: • 280 mA @ 12 VDC Memory: See the NI-700 On-Board Memory Specifications section on page 4. Microprocessor: • 304 MIPS Weight: • 1.30 lbs (0.59 kg) Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and IEC 60950 Front Panel Components: Program port • RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port o
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Introduction NI-700 Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): IR RX • 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix port is used to connect one or more (8 maximum) (Port 5) IRX-SM+ swivel mount or IRX-DM+ Decora mount IR receivers. • The IR RX port functions using AMX IR codes (38 KHz and 455 KHz) and works ONLY with AMX IR Receivers such as the IRX-DM+ and IRX-SM+. Digital I/O • Four-channel binary I/O port for contact closure with each input being capable of (Port 4) voltage sensing. • Input forma
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Introduction NI-700 Specifications (Cont.) Operating Environment: • Operating Temperature: 0° C (32° F) to 50° C (122° F) • Operating Humidity: 20% - 85% RH Included Accessories: • 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix female PWR connector (41-5025) • 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix female connector (41-5047) • 6-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix female I/O connector (41-5063) • CC-NIRC IR Emitter • NI-700 Quick Start Guide Other AMX Equipment: • AC-RK Accessory Rack Kit (FG515) • CC-NIRC IR cables (FG10-000-11) • CC-NSE
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Introduction NI-900 Overview The NI-900 is the first NetLinx device to be Duet-compatible straight out of the box. 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
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Introduction NI-900 Specifications Dimensions (HWD): • 1.58" x 5.54" x 5.12" (4.01 cm x 14.10 cm x 13.00 cm) • 1 RU (rack unit) high Power Requirements: • 300 mA @ 12 VDC Memory: See the NI-900 On-Board Memory Specifications section on page 9. Microprocessor: • 304 MIPS Weight: • 1.30 lbs (0.59 kg) Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and IEC 60950 Front Panel Components: Program port • RS-232 DB9 connector (male) can be connected to a DB9 port o
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Introduction NI-900 Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): IR RX • 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix port is used to connect one or more (Port 6) (8 maximum) IRX-SM+ swivel mount or IRX-DM+ Decora mount IR receivers. • The IR RX port functions using AMX IR codes (38 KHz and 455 KHz) and works ONLY with AMX IR Receivers such as the IRX-DM+ and IRX-SM+. Digital I/O • Four-channel binary I/O port for contact closure with each input being (Port 5) capable of voltage sensing. • Input form
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Introduction NI-900 Specifications (Cont.) Rear Panel Components (Cont.): Ethernet Link/ • Ethernet Port: RJ-45 port for 10/100 Mbps communication. LEDs show Activity LED 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 Ether
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Introduction NI-900 On-Board Memory Specifications There are two variations on the NI-900, with different memory specifications. The latest version of the NI-900 has double the on-board memory of previous versions. The latest version of the NI-900 is FG2105-90 Previous versions of the NI-900 are FG2105-09 NI-900 On-Board Memory Specifications FG2105-90 • 64 MB SDRAM (not upgradeable) • 32 MB Flash chip (not upgradeable) • 512 Kb of Non-volatile SRAM FG2105-09 • 32 MB SDRAM (not upgradeable)
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Introduction 10 NI-700 & NI-900 Hardware Reference Guide
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Installation Installation Device:Port:System (D:P:S) A device is any hardware component that can be connected to an AXlink or ICSNet bus. Each device must be assigned a unique number to locate that device on the bus. The NetLinx programming language allows numbers in the range 1-32,767 for ICSNet (255 for AXlink). Only the Device value can be set through the DIP switch settings mentioned above. NetLinx requires a Device:Port:System (D:P:S) specification. This D:P:S triplet can be expressed as
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Installation To prevent repetition of the installation, test the incoming wiring by connecting the Controller’s connectors to their terminal locations and applying power. Verify that the unit is receiving power and functioning properly. Disconnect the terminal end of the power cable from the connected 12 VDC-compliant power supply. 6. Align the ends of the AC-RK with the screw openings along the sides of the equipment rack. 7. Secure the AC-RK to the rack by using the four #10-32 screws (80-0
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Connections and Wiring Connections and Wiring Setting the Configuration DIP Switch (for the Program Port) Prior to installing the Controller, use the Configuration DIP switch to set the baud rate used by the Program port for communication. The Configuration DIP switch is located on the front of the Integrated Controllers. Baud Rate Settings Before programming the on-board Master, make sure the baud rate you set matches the communication parameters set on both your PC’s COM port and those set
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Connections and Wiring Think of the PRD Mode (On) equating to a PC’s SAFE Mode setting. This mode allows a user to continue powering a unit, update the firmware, and download a new program while circumventing any problems with a currently downloaded program. Power must be cycled to the unit after activating/deactivating this mode on the Program Port DIP switch #1. Working With the Configuration DIP Switch 1. Disconnect the power supply from the 2-pin PWR (green) connector on the rear of the
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Connections and Wiring Modes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns The following table lists the modes and blink patterns for the front panel LEDs associated with each mode. These patterns are not evident until after the unit is powered. Modes and LED Blink Patterns LEDs and Blink Patterns STATUS OUTPUT INPUT Mode Description (green) (red) (yellow) OS Start Starting the operating system (OS). On On On Boot On-board Master is booting. On Off On Contacting DHCP On-board Master is contacting a D
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Connections and Wiring NI-700 NI-900 FIG. 1 AXlink connector and LED The AXlink port can be used to supply power to downstream AXlink-compatible devices as long as both the power required is LESS THAN 2 Amps total and the external power supply feeding the NI unit has the necessary power capability. Wiring Guidelines The Integrated Controllers use a 12 VDC-compliant power supply to provide power to the Controller through the rear 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector. Use the power requirem
