AMX NXC-ME260 instruction manual Selected Firmware file, Firmware download status, System Number

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Communication and Firmware Update

4.If the firmware version is not build 139 (v2_XX_139) for the NXC-ME260; locate the latest firmware file from www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Firmware Files > NetLinx Masters.

5.Verify you have downloaded the latest Master firmware (KIT) file to a known location.

6.Select Tools > Firmware Transfers > Send to NetLinx Device from the Main menu to open the Send to NetLinx Device dialog (FIG. 24). Verify the target’s System number matches the value listed within the active System folder in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace.

Selected Firmware file

 

Description field for selected KIT file

 

Firmware download status

System Number

must match the System value

listed in the Studio Workspace window

FIG. 24 Select to NetLinx Device dialog (showing Master firmware update via IP)

7.Select the Master’s KIT file from the Files section (FIG. 24).

The KIT file for the ME260 begins with 2010_kit (the KIT file for the NI-Series of

Master controllers begins with 2105_NI Master).

8.Enter the System number associated with the target Master (listed in the OnLine Tree tab of the Workspace window). The Device and Port fields are greyed-out.

9.Click the Reboot Device checkbox to reboot the Master after the firmware update process is complete.

10.Click Send to begin the transfer. The file transfer progress is indicated on the bottom-right of the dialog (FIG. 24).

Only upon the initial installation of the new build 139 KIT file to a Master there will be a failure of the last component to successfully download. This is part of the initial update procedure and will not occur during uploads of later firmware.

11.After the last components fails to install, click Close and reboot the Master by selecting Tools > Reboot the Master Controller > Continue to begin the process.

 

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Contents NXC-ME260 AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Table of Contents Communication and Firmware Update NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection Programming Program port RS232 Ethernet 10/100 connector Front and rear panel componentsInput LED yellow Output LED red Status LED green Front RearSpecifications NXC-ME260 SpecificationsIncluded Accessories Optional AccessoriesRear panel LEDs ICSNet/ICSHub Rear panel LEDs EthernetProduct Information Setting the Program Port DIP Switch Baud rate settingsBaud Rate Settings Program Run Disable PRD modeSetting the Program Port DIP switch Faceplate Securing Baud rate DIPRed FaceplateWiring Guidelines Preparing captive wiresModes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns Modes and LED Blink PatternsWiring length guidelines Wiring Length Guidelines @ 750 mAWiring a 2-pin power connection Using the 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector for data and powerProgram Port Connections and Wiring Local +12 VDC power supply coming from the PSN power supplyPWR + GNDICSNet RJ-45 Connections/Wiring RS232 Program port front panelPin Program port rear panel ICSHub RJ-45 Connections/Wiring ICSHub in Pinouts and SignalsRJ-45 Pinout Information EIA/TIA 568 B ICSHub in portEthernet 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 Connections/Wiring ICSHub OUT Pinouts and SignalsEthernet RJ-45 Pinouts and Signals ICSHub OUT portSPE Port Connection/Wiring Ethernet ports used by the ME260Ethernet Ports Used by the ME260 Port type Description Standard Port #SPE Connector Pinouts and Signals SPE cable pinout informationNXC-ME260 Installation and Mounting Procedures Mounting the ME260 into an NXS-NMSMounting the NXS-NMS Into an Equipment Rack ProgramMounting the NXC-ME260 in an NXF CardFrame or NXI Master card slot on NXF CardFrame rear panelMaster Card slot on NXI rear panel Battery CR2032 type 20mm coin cell Socket Replacing the Lithium BatteriesInstallation and Wiring Communicating with the Master via the Program Port Before beginningAssigning Communication Settings and Baud Rates Verifying the current version of NetLinx Master firmwareSetting the System Value Select Diagnostics Device Addressing from the Main menuShowing the current version of the NetLinx Studio Working with multiple NetLinx Masters Changing the system value on the Modero panelPress the System Connection button Changing the Device Address on a Netlinx Device Device Addressing dialog changing the device valueChanging the device address on the Modero panel Recommended NetLinx Device numbersAxcess Devices use Axcess standards 301Resetting the Factory Default System and Device Values Obtaining the Master’s IP Address using DhcpNetwork Addresses dialog showing Get IP Select Diagnostics Network Addresses from the Main menu Assigning a Static IP to the NetLinx MasterUsed to assign an IP Address Assigning Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings Communicating with the NetLinx Master via an IPInstalling New NetLinx Master Firmware via an IP Selected Firmware file Firmware download statusSystem Number Communication and Firmware Update Communication and Firmware Update NetLinx Security web browser and feature support Supported Browser and Feature CompatibilityOS Platform Safari YesNew Master Firmware Security Features NetLinx Security TermsNetLinx Security Terms Accessing the NetLinx Master via an IP Address WebControl TabDefault Security Configuration WebControl Tab FeaturesDefault Security Configuration Security Tab Features Feature Description System sectionSecurity Tab Groups sectionSecurity tab Enable Security Security System FeaturesAdministrator’s user passwords Default password can no longer be used to gain accessSecurity tab Add Group Add Group EntriesSecurity tab Modify Group Modify Group EntriesSecurity tab Group Directory Associations Press Delete to remove the selected group from the listAuthorized groups on the Master Directories pathnames present on the target MasterValid Directory Association Entries Group Directory Association EntriesPath Description Security Config Access Security tab Add UserAdd User Entries Sensitive and must be uniqueSecurity tab Modify User Modify User EntriesSecurity tab User Directory Associations Must be uniqueEnables access to the user directory and all files User Directory Association EntriesSubdirectories in that user directory New user is selectedSecurity tab SSL Server Certificate Server Certificate EntriesCommon Name can not be an IP Address Information from the certificate currently installed on Security configuration session, void any changes made toIs an alpha-numeric string 1 50 characters in length Create Request Takes the information entered intoSecurity tab Export Certificate Request Security tab Import CertificateSystem Tab Show Devices TabNetwork Tab Master Security Setup Procedures Security tab showing NetLinx Master security optionsAdding a Group and assigning their access rights Security tab showing the Add Group fieldsModifying an existing Group’s access rights Security tab showing the Modify Group access rights fieldsShowing a list of authorized Groups Deleting an existing GroupAdding a Group directory association Security tab showing the Group Directory Associations fieldsConfirming the new directory association Click the Directory Associations linkDeleting a directory association Adding a User and configuring their access rights NetLinx cannot be used since they already existModifying an existing User’s access rights Security tab showing the Modify User Configurations fieldsShowing a list of authorized Users Deleting a UserAdding a User directory association Security tab showing the User Directory Associations fieldsSSL Certificate Procedures Self-Generating a SSL Server Certificate Request City/province name must be fully spelled outCreating a Request for a SSL Server Certificate State/province name must be fully spelled outBefore importing a CA server certificate, you must YOU can not Request Another Certificate Until the PreviousDisplay SSL Server Certificate Information Regenerating an SSL Server Certificate RequestCommon Steps for Requesting a Certificate from a CA Before exiting the Master and beginning another sessionNetLinx Security and Web Server Accessing an SSL-Enabled Master via an IP Address Security Alert and Certificate popupsClick Next to proceed with the certificate store process Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel Using your NetLinx Master to control the G3 panel ME260 cannot use firmware greater thenWhat to do when a Certificate Expires NetLinx Security Features Initial Setup via a Terminal ConnectionNetLinx Security Features Establishing a Terminal connectionAccessing the Security configuration options Stop bits1, and Flow control None default is HardwareTerminal Command Description Security Options MenuOption 2 Display system security options for NetLinx Master Option 3 Add userOption 4 Edit User Edit User MenuEdit User Menu Access Rights Menu Option 5 Delete userOption 6 Show the list of authorized users Option 7 Add GroupPath Subdirectories in the user directoryGranted to that file Edit Group menu Delete directory association Option 8 Edit Group Option 9 Delete GroupOption 11 Set Telnet Timeout in seconds Option 12 Display Telnet Timeout in secondsOption 10 Show List of Authorized Groups Option 13 Make changes permanent by saving to flashMain Security Menu Main Security MenuAsked to verify this before the database is reset Help menu Help Menu OptionsLogging Into a Session Setup Security LogoutHelp Security Program Port Commands PC COM Port Communication SettingsProgram Port Commands Prompts you to enter the new date for the Master Card Master-to-Master systemsDisplays the current time on the Master Card Prompts you to enter the new time for the Master CardDisk Free Reboots the Master Card or specified device Releases the Dhcp setting for the Master CardTo exit pass mode, type + + esc esc Or LinuxSets the Master-to-Master route mode Sends a command to a device. The device can be on any systemDisplays a list of any combined devices Example Displays a list of all devices present on the bus ExampleDisplays the log of messages stored in the Masters memory Master logs all internal messages and keeps the most recentIf end is not entered, the last 20 messages will be shown Most recent ExampleDesired from what device Example NetLinx mastersSystems listed are in numerical order Example ESC Pass Codes ESC Pass CodesWindows client programs Linux Telnet clientProgramming NXC-ME260 NetLinx Master-Ethernet Card/Module RevisionLast04/05/04
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