AMX NI-3100, NI-4100, NI-2100 manual DB9 Device Port Connections and Wiring, RS-232 RS-422 RS-485

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Connections and Wiring

Using the 4-pin Mini-Phoenix Connector For Data With External Power

To use the 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (female) captive-wire connector for data communication and power transfer, the incoming PWR and GND cable from the 12 VDC-compliant power supply must be connected to the AXlink cable connector going to the Integrated Controller. FIG. 15 shows the wiring diagram. Always use a local power supply to power the Integrated Controller unit.

To the Integrated Controller’s

PWR (+)

AXlink/PWR connector

 

 

 

GND (-)

Top view

 

 

 

GND -

AXP/TX

AXM/RX

 

Local +12 VDC

power supply To the external AXlink device (coming from

an external power supply)

Top view

GND -

AXP/TX

AXM/RX

FIG. 15 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector wiring diagram (using external power source)

When you connect an external power supply, do not connect the wire from the PWR terminal (coming from the external device) to the PWR terminal on the Phoenix connector attached to the Controller unit. Make sure to connect only the AXM, AXP, and GND wires to the Controller’s Phoenix connector when using an external power supply.

Make sure to connect only the GND wire on the AXlink/PWR connector when using a separate 12 VDC power supply. Do not connect the PWR wire to the AXlink connector’s PWR (+) opening.

DB9 Device Port: Connections and Wiring

FIG. 16 shows the connector pinouts for the rear RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 (DB9) Device Ports.

These ports support most standard RS-232 communication protocols for data transmission. This figure gives a visual representation of the wiring specifications for the RS-232/422/485 Device connectors. Refer to the rear of the unit for more detailed connector pinout information.

DB9 Serial Port pinouts (male connector)

5

9

RS-232

RS-422

RS-485

8

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

 

Pin 2: RX signal

Pin 1: RX -

Pin 1: A (strap to 9)

3

 

 

Pin 3: TX signal

Pin 4: TX +

Pin 4: B (strap to 6)

2

 

7

Pin 5: GND

Pin 5: GND

Pin 5: GND

1

 

6

Pin 7: RTS

Pin 6: RX +

Pin 6: B (strap to 4)

 

 

Pin 8: CTS

Pin 9: TX -

Pin 9: A (strap to 1)

Male

FIG. 16 RS-232/422/485 DB9 (male) connector pinouts for the rear Device Ports

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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 OnlyDevicePortSystem DPS Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses NI-4100 OnlyPosition 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 mAWiring a Power Connection Preparing Captive WiresUsing 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 ColorPort Wiring Specifications NI-4100 and NI-3100 Input/Output I/O Port Connections and WiringPort Wiring Specifications NI-2100 NetLinx Control Card Slot Connector NI-4100 only IR/Serial Port Connections and WiringIR/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 Port Descriptions Ethernet Ports Used By the Integrated ControllerPort type Description Standard Port # Page It’s Your World Take Control

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

The AMX NI-4100, NI-2100, and NI-3100 are sophisticated, next-generation control systems designed to enhance the automation and management of audiovisual (AV) environments in various professional settings. These devices are built to streamline user interactions and improve overall efficiency in managing complex AV installations.

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