AMX NI-4000 Configuration and Firmware Update, Communicating with the Master via the Program Port

Configuration and Firmware Update

Configuration and Firmware Update

This section refers to steps necessary to both communicate and upgrade the various NI Controller

components.

Before commencing, verify you are using the latest firmware for both the

NI (2105_NI_X000) and on-board Master (2105_NI_Master). Verify the NetLinx

Studio being used is Version 2.2 build 78 or higher.

Before beginning:

1.Setup and configure your Integrated Controller. Refer to the Installation and Upgrading section on page 29 for setup procedures.

2.Verify you have installed the latest version of NetLinx Studio on your PC.

3.If an update is necessary, download the latest Studio software from www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Application Files > NetLinx Studio 2.2. This program is used to setup a System number, obtain/assign the IP/URL for the connected NetLinx Master, and transfer firmware KIT files to the Master.

4.Verify that an Ethernet/ICSNet cable is connected from the rear of the Controller to the Ethernet Hub.

5.Connect an RS-232 programming cable from the Program Port on the Integrated Controller to the rear COM port connector on the PC being used for programming.

6.Verify that any control cards (NI-4000 only) are inserted and respective connectors are attached to the rear of the Controller unit before continuing.

7.Verify that the NetLinx Master is receiving power and is turned On. Refer to the Wiring a power connection section on page 19 for more information.

If you have previously setup communication with your Controller via an IP Address, continue with the firmware update procedures outlined in the Communicating with the On-board Master via an IP section on page 44.

Communicating with the Master via the Program Port

1.Launch NetLinx Studio 2.2 (default location is Start >Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio 2.2).

2.Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu, to open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 23).

3.Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog (FIG. 23).

4.Click the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate you are working with a NetLinx Master (such as the NXC-ME260/64 or NI-Series of Integrated Controllers).

5.Click the Serial radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate you are connecting to the on-board Master via a (Serial) COM port.

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