NetLinx Integrated Controllers
instruction manual
NI-2000, NI-3000, and NI-4000
NetLinx Central Controllers and Cards
AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer
Table of Contents
Quick Setup and Configuration Overview
Connections and Wiring
Introduction
Configuration and Firmware Update
Installation and Upgrading
NetLinx Security and Web Server
NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection
Troubleshooting
Programming
Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications
NetLinx Integrated Master Controller Features
NI-2000 Specifications
Dimensions HWD
Weight
Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications Cont
Front Panel Components
Rear Panel Components
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Introduction
NI-2000 Specifications Cont
The D notation is used to explicitly represent a device number
NI-3000 Specifications
NI-2000 Specifications Cont
Included Accessories
Optional Accessories
switch
Introduction
Front
Rear
NI-3000 Specifications Cont
Dimensions HWD
Power requirements
Weight
Introduction
NI-3000 Specifications Cont
Rear Panel Components
NI-3000 Specifications Cont
Included Accessories
Introduction
The D notation is used to explicitly represent a device number
NI-4000 Specifications
NI-3000 Specifications Cont
NI-4000 Specifications
Dimensions HWD
Power requirements
Weight
Introduction
NI-4000 Specifications Cont
Rear Panel Components
NI-4000 Specifications Cont
Introduction
The D notation is used to explicitly represent a device number
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
NI-4000 Specifications Cont
Included Accessories
Optional Accessories
Introduction
Installation Procedures
Quick Setup and Configuration Overview
Configuration and Communication
Update the Controller and Control Card Firmware
Program NetLinx Security into the On-Board Master
Studio to the most recent release
IP recommended
Connections and Wiring
Setting the Configuration DIP Switch for the Program Port
Baud rate settings
Baud Rate Settings on the Configuration DIP Switch
Wiring Guidelines
Modes and Front Panel LED Blink Patterns
Using the Configuration DIP switch
Modes and LED Blink Patterns
Preparing captive wires
Wiring length guidelines
Wiring Guidelines - NI-4000 & NI-3000@ 900 mA
Wiring Guidelines - NI-2000 @ 700 mA
Using the 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector for data and power
Using the 4-pin mini-Phoenix connector for data with external power
RS-232/422/485 Device Port Wiring Specifications
Program Port Connections and Wiring
Program Port, Pinouts, and Signals
ICSNet RJ-45 Connections/Wiring
RS-232/422/485 Device Port Wiring Specifications
ICSNet RJ-45 Signals
Connections and Wiring
Ethernet 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 Connections/Wiring
ICSHub OUT Pinouts and Signals
Ethernet RJ-45 Pinouts and Signals
ICSHub OUT port
Relay Connections and Wiring
Ethernet LEDs
Ethernet ports used by the Integrated Controllers
Ethernet Ports Used by the NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Input/Output I/O Connections and Wiring
Relay connections
IR/Serial Connections and Wiring
I/O Port Wiring Specifications NI-4000 and NI-3000
I/O Port Wiring Specifications NI-2000
IR/Serial Connector Wiring Specifications
NetLinx Control Card Slot Connector NI-4000 unit only
Connections and Wiring
FIG. 17 NetLinx Control Card 20-pin connector
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Connections and Wiring
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Installation and Upgrading
Installing NetLinx Control Cards NI-4000 Only
Setting the NetLinx Control Card Addresses NI-4000 Only
DevicePortSystem DPS
Compact Flash Upgrades
Removing NetLinx Control Cards NI-4000 Only
Optional Compact Flash Upgrades
Accessing the internal components on an Integrated Controller
Installation of Compact Flash upgrades
Closing and Securing the Integrated Controller
Install screws Bracket Rack Mounting Holes
Installing the Integrated Controller into an Equipment Rack
FIG. 22 Mounting Integrated Controller into an equipment rack
10. Apply power to the unit by using an active PSN power supply
Installation and Upgrading
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Communicating with the Master via the Program Port
Configuration and Firmware Update
Before beginning
Setting the System Value
Select Diagnostics Device Addressing from the Main menu
Using multiple NetLinx Masters
Select Diagnostics Device Addressing from the Main menu
Changing the Device Address on a NetLinx Device
there is a problem, use a system value of zero 0 on the Master
Select Diagnostics Device Addressing from the Main menu
Resetting the Factory Default System and Device Values
Recommended NetLinx Device numbers
Obtaining the Master’s IP Address using DHCP
Assigning a Static IP to the NetLinx Master
1. Select Diagnostics Network Addresses from the Main menu
Communicating with the On-board Master via an IP
FIG. 28 Assigning Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings
Verifying the current version of NetLinx Master Firmware
Upgrading the On-board Master Firmware via an IP
6. Select the NI Master’s KIT file from the Files section FIG
Upgrading the NI Controller Firmware via an IP
FIG. 31 Assigning Communication Settings and TCP/IP Settings
Upgrading the new NI Controller firmware via an IP
Configuration and Firmware Update
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
6. Enter the Device number of the target NetLinx Integrated Controller
Upgrading the Control Card Firmware via an IP
13. Right-click the associated System number and select Refresh System. This establishes a new connection to the specified System and populates the list with devices on that system. The communication method is then highlighted in green on the bottom of the NetLinx Studio window
NetLinx Security web browser and feature support
NetLinx Security and Web Server
Supported Browser and Feature Compatibility
New Master Firmware Security Features
NetLinx Security Terms
Master Security Telnet Security Terminal RS232 Program port security
HTTP Web Server Security FTP Security
WebControl Tab
Accessing the NetLinx Master via its IP Address
NetLinx Security Terms Cont
Default Security Configuration
WebControl Tab Features
Default Security Configuration
Security Options FTP Security - Enabled
Security Tab Features
Security Tab
Security link is selected
Security Tab Features Cont
Security tab - Enable Security page
Security System Features
Feature
Security tab - Add Group page
Security System Features Cont
Add Group Entries
Security tab - Modify Group page
Add Group Entries Cont
Modify Group Entries
Modify Group Entries Cont
Security tab - Group Directory Associations page
Feature
Valid Directory Association Entries
Group Directory Association Entries
NetLinx Security and Web Server
Feature
Security tab - Add User page
Add User Entries
NetLinx Security and Web Server
Security tab - Modify User page
Modify User Entries
Modify User Entries Cont
Security tab - User Directory Associations page
Valid Directory Association Entries
User Directory Association Entries
Security tab - SSL Server Certificate page
Server Certificate Entries
Server Certificate Entries Cont
certificate because the Master Key has been changed
Security tab - Export Certificate Request page
Security tab - Import Certificate page
FIG. 44 Security Tab - Export Certificate Request field
FIG. 45 Security Tab - Import Certificate field
Show Devices Tab
System Tab
Network Tab
Master Security Setup Procedures
FIG. 48 Security tab - showing NetLinx Master security options
Adding a Group and assigning their access rights
The administrator group account cannot be deleted or modified
Modifying an existing Group’s access rights
FIG. 50 Security tab - showing the Modify Group access rights fields
Showing a list of authorized Groups
Deleting an existing Group
Adding a Group directory association
Valid Directory Association Entries
The administrator user account cannot be deleted or modified
Confirming the new directory association
2. Click the Directory Associations link
Deleting a directory association
Adding a User and configuring their access rights
NetLinx cannot be used since they already exist
Modifying an existing User’s access rights
Showing a list of authorized Users
Deleting a User
Adding a User directory association
SSL Certificate Procedures
Confirming the new directory association
2. Click the Directory Associations link
Deleting a directory association
Self-Generating a SSL Server Certificate Request
This domain name does not need to be a resolvable URL Address when
self-generating a certificate
The city/province name must be fully spelled out
Creating a Request for a SSL Server Certificate
The state/province name must be fully spelled out
Importing a CA certificate to the Master over a secure SSL connection
Before importing a CA server certificate, you must
Display SSL Server Certificate Information
Regenerating an SSL Server Certificate Request
Common Steps for Requesting a Certificate from a CA
7. Before exiting the Master and beginning another session
4. Enter the name of the server being used this is the Master
Accessing an SSL-Enabled Master via an IP Address
7. Click Next to proceed with the certificate storage process
Using your NetLinx Master to control the G4 panel
Using your NetLinx Master to control the G3 panel
FIG. 60 WebControl VNC installation and Password entry screens
What to do when a Certificate Expires
a new certificate from your current CA
NetLinx Security Features
Initial Setup via a Terminal Connection
NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection
NetLinx Security Features
Accessing the Security configuration options
If NetLinx Master security is not enabled, you will see the following
Option 2 - Display system security options for NetLinx Master
Security Options Menu
Option 3 - Add user
Option 4 - Edit User
Edit User Menu
Access Rights Menu
Command
Edit User Menu
NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection
Access Rights Menu
Option 5 - Delete user
Option 6 - Show the list of authorized users
Option 7 - Add Group
Edit Group Menu
Edit Group Menu Add directory association
Edit Group menu Delete directory association
Edit Group menu Change Access Rights
Edit Group menu List directory associations
Option 8 - Edit Group
Edit Group menu Display Access Rights
Option 9 - Delete Group
Option 11 - Set Telnet Timeout in seconds
Option 12 - Display Telnet Timeout in seconds
Option 10 - Show List of Authorized Groups
Option 13 - Make changes permanent by saving to flash
Main Security Menu
Command
Main Security Menu
NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection
Main Security Menu Cont
Default Security Configuration
Description
Command
Help menu
Help Menu Options
NetLinx Security with a Terminal Connection
Logging Into a Session
Help Menu Options Cont
Setup Security
Logout
Help Security
Using the ID Button
Programming
Converting Axcess Code to NetLinx Code
DevicePortSystem DPS
PC COM Port Communication Settings
Program Port Commands
Program Port Commands
Program Port Commands Cont
Program Port Commands Cont
SET IP DPS
ESC Pass Codes
Notes on Specific Telnet/Terminal Clients
Escape Pass Codes
WindowsTM client programs
LED Disable/Enable SendCommands
RS-232/422/485 SendCommands
RS232/422/485 Ports Channels
LED SendCommands
RS-232/422/485 SendCommands Cont
RS-232/422/485 SendCommands Cont
HSON
RXCLR
RXOFF
RS-232/422/485 SendCommands Cont
RS-232/422/485 SendString Escape Sequences
RS-232/422/485 SendString Escape Sequences
IR/Serial SendCommands
IR / Serial Ports Channels
IR RX Port Channels
IR/Serial SendCommands
IR/Serial SendCommands Cont
Programming
CTOF
CTON
IR/Serial SendCommands Cont
SENDCOMMAND DEV, GET MODE
IR/Serial SendCommands Cont
Sets the time between power SENDCOMMAND DEV, PTOF,Time
IR/Serial SendCommands Cont
Input/Output SendCommands
I/O SENDCOMMANDS
Programming
GET INPUT
Programming
NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Information
Troubleshooting
Symptom
Troubleshooting Information Cont
Troubleshooting
Symptom
Solution
Troubleshooting Information Cont
Symptom
Solution
During the firmware upgrade
RevisionLast12/10/04