Specifications

Upgrading Firmware
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NI & DVX Central Controllers - WebConsole & Programming Guide
Upgrading Firmware
Overview
The basic process of upgrading firmware on NX-series controllers involves downloading the latest firmware files from
www.amx.com and using NetLinx Studio to transfer the files to a target NX controller.
Use the OnLine Device tree in NetLinx Studio to view the firmware files currently loaded on the Central Controller.
FIG. 21 shows an example OnLine Tree indicating an NX-3200:
While the method of upgrading firmware files is the same for all Central Controllers, there are some specific points
relative to the specific model and type of controller that must be noted:
NX Controllers - Firmware Files
NX controllers contain two devices (NX Master and Device Controller), each of which require a separate firmware
(*.kit) file.
The NX Master firmware file is not the same as the Device Controller firmware file. These two devices must be kept at
compatible firmware versions for proper operation. Therefore, both files should be used when upgrading any firmware
associated with the Integrated Controllers.
FIG. 21 NetLinx Studio - Sample OnLine Tree
NX Controllers - Firmware Files
NX Master Firmware The on-board NX Master is listed first in the OnLine Tree as 
"00000 NX Master (<firmware version>)"
For example, the NX Master in FIG. 21 above is "00000 - NX-3200 Master (v3.4.555)".
•"00000" represents Device ID 0, which is reserved for the Master
• The number in parenthesis (in this case "v3.4.555") is the current NX Master firmware
version.
Device Controller Firmware The Device Controller is listed next as "05001 NX-XXXX (<firmware version>)"
For example, the Device Controller in FIG. 21 above is "05001 - NX-3200 (v1.0.35)".
•"05001" represents Device ID 5001, which is reserved for the Device Control ports.
• The number in parenthesis (in this case "v1.0.35") is the current Device Controller
firmware version.