AMX manual Setting the CardFrame DIP Switch NI-4100 Only, Program Port Connections and Wiring

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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 NetLinx Integrated Controller.

2.Set DIP switch positions according to the information listed in theBaud Rate Settings on the Configuration DIP Switch andPRD Mode Settings tables.

3.Reconnect the 12 VDC-compliant power supply to the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector.

Setting the CardFrame DIP Switch (NI-4100 Only)

Refer to the Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses (NI-4100 Only) section on page 14 for a detailed explanation on this process.

Program Port Connections and Wiring

The Integrated Controllers are equipped with a Program port located on the front of the unit. Use an RS232 programming cable to establish a connection between this Program port to your PC's COM port. This connection provides communication with the NetLinx Integrated Controller. Then you can download NetLinx programs to this on-board Master using the NetLinx Studio v 2.4 software program. Refer to the NetLinx Studio instruction manual for programming instructions. The following table shows the rear panel Program Port connector (male), pinouts, and signals.

Program Port, Pinouts, and Signals

Program Port Connector

Pin Signal

2RX

3TX

5GND

5

9

7

RTS

8

4

8

CTS

 

3

 

 

 

 

2

1 7

6

Male

When wiring the 422/485 connections, do NOT use pre-made 9-wire cable or connect the wire in the cable to any connection that will not be used by the DB9 serial port. Only use wiring that connects the needed pins.

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NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 Hardware Reference Guide

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Contents NI-x100 Series AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Table of Contents Table of Contents NetLinx Integrated Master Controller Features Card FG2105-10NI-2100 Specifications FrontFront Panel LEDs Rear Panel ComponentsSettings NI-3100 Specifications NI-3100 NetLinx Integrated Controller front viewNI-3100 Specifications Settings NI-4100 Specifications NI-4100 NetLinx Integrated Controller front viewNI-4100 Specifications Front Panel LEDs/SlotsSettings Related Documents Page Installation and Upgrading Installing NetLinx Control Cards NI-4100 OnlySetting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses NI-4100 Only DevicePortSystem DPSPosition Compact Flash Upgrades Optional Compact Flash UpgradesRemoving NetLinx Control Cards NI-4100 Only Product Name DescriptionInstallation of Compact Flash Upgrades Installing Into An Equipment Rack Closing and Securing the Outer HousingInstall screws Bracket Rack Mounting Holes Setting the Configuration DIP Switch for the Program Port Baud Rate SettingsProgram Run Disable PRD Mode Baud Rate Settings on the Configuration DIP SwitchSetting the CardFrame DIP Switch NI-4100 Only Program Port Connections and WiringWorking With the Configuration DIP Switch Program Port, Pinouts, and SignalsModes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns Port Assignments and FunctionalityModes and LED Blink Patterns NI-2100 Port AssignmentsWiring Guidelines Wiring length guidelinesWiring Guidelines NI-2100 @ 700 mA Wiring Guidelines NI-3100 & NI-4100 @ 900 mAPreparing Captive Wires Wiring a Power ConnectionUsing the 4-Pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data and Power DB9 Device Port Connections and Wiring RS-232 RS-422 RS-485ICSNet Port Connections and Wiring RS-232/422/485 Device Port Wiring SpecificationsICSNet RJ-45 Signals RJ-45 Pinout Information EIA/TIA 568 BICSHub OUT Port Connections and Wiring Relay Port Connections and WiringICSHub OUT Pinouts and Signals Pin Signal ColorInput/Output I/O Port Connections and Wiring Port Wiring Specifications NI-4100 and NI-3100Port Wiring Specifications NI-2100 IR/Serial Port Connections and Wiring NetLinx Control Card Slot Connector NI-4100 onlyIR/Serial Connector Wiring Specifications per Port Ethernet/RJ-45 Port Connections and Wiring Ethernet RJ-45 Pinouts and SignalsPin Signals Connections Pairing Color Ethernet LEDsEthernet Ports Used By the Integrated Controller Ethernet Port DescriptionsPort type Description Standard Port # Page It’s Your World Take Control

NI-2100, NI-3100, NI-4100 specifications

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