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Communication and Firmware Update
Communication and Firmware Update
This section outlines the steps necessary to setup a NetLinx Master for communication and then update the
Verify that the NetLinx Master firmware is build 139. Later versions of firmware can not be used on this ME260 Master.
Before beginning:
1.Setup and configure your
2.Verify that you have the latest NetLinx Studio installed on your PC.
3.If necessary, download the latest Studio software from www.amx.com > Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Application Files > NetLinx Studio 2.1. 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 unit to its’ respective connector on the Ethernet Hub (for IP/ICSNet communication).
5.Connect an
6.Verify that the NetLinx Master is receiving power and is turned On.
If you have previously setup communication with your Master via an IP Address, continue with the firmware update procedures outlined in the Communicating with the NetLinx Master via an IP section on page 28.
Communicating with the Master via the Program Port
1.Launch NetLinx Studio 2.1 (default location is Start >Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio 2.1).
2.Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu, to open the Master Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 16).
3.Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog (FIG. 16).
4.Click the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate that you are working with a NetLinx Master (such as the
5.Click the Serial radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate you are connecting to the Master via a (Serial) COM port.
6.Click the Edit Settings button to open the Serial Settings dialog (FIG. 16).
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