AMX NI-3101-SIG manual Overview, Communicating with the Master via the Program Port

Configuration and Firmware Update

Configuration and Firmware Update

Overview

This section refers to steps necessary to both communicate with and upgrade the NI-3101-SIG.

Before continuing, verify that you are using the latest version of NetLinx Studio and the latest firmware Kit file (this file contains both the NI Integrated Controller and on- board Master firmware).

The NI-3101-SIG Kit file begins with 2105_04_X100.

Before beginning:

1.Set up and configure the NI-3101-SIG. Refer to the previous Installation and Upgrading section.

2.Verify that the latest version of NetLinx Studio has been installed on the PC. If an update is necessary, download the latest NetLinx Studio software from www.amx.com.

3.If the LAN port will be used for programming, verify that an LAN cable connects the Controller to the PC being used for programming or to a LAN on the same subnet as the PC.

4.The low-speed USB connection is not recommended for firmware updates.

5.Verify that the NetLinx Master is receiving power and is turned ON. Refer to the previous Connections and Wiring section on page 7 for more information.

If if communication has already been set up with the Controller via an IP Address, continue with the firmware update procedures outlined in the Communicating with the NI Device via an IP section on page 26.

Communicating with the Master via the Program Port

1.From your computer, launch NetLinx Studio 2.x.

2.Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu, to open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 13).

FIG. 13 Master Communication Settings dialog

3.Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog (FIG. 14).

4.Click the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to choose a NetLinx Master such as the NI-3101-SIG.

5.Click the Serial radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section) to select communication to the on-board Master via a (Serial) COM port.

6.Click the Edit Settings button to open the Serial Settings dialog (FIG. 15).

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