Operation/Reference Guide NXB-CCG NetLinx® Clear Connect™ Gateway Lighting Controls L a s t U pd a t e d : 3 /1 4 /2 0 1 2
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Table of Contents Table of Contents NXB-CCG NetLinx ClearConnect Gateway .........................................................1 Overview .................................................................................................................. 1 Common Applications............................................................................................... 1 Features ..........................................................................................................................
Table of Contents Changing Device Names ............................................................................................... 23 Changing Device Integration IDs................................................................................... 23 Occupancy Group Management .................................................................................... 24 Program Page ......................................................................................................... 25 Buttons.........
NXB-CCG NetLinx ClearConnect Gateway NXB-CCG NetLinx ClearConnect Gateway Overview The NXB-CCG NetLinx® Clear Connect™ Gateway (FG2606) connects AMX NetLinx Controllers with Lutron's Clear Connect Dimmers, Switches, Occupancy/Vacancy Sensors and Keypads. The Gateway includes a web interface for simplified integration, configuration, and programming of Clear Connect devices.
NXB-CCG NetLinx ClearConnect Gateway Product Specifications NXB-CCG Specifications Power Requirements: • Power Consumption: 600mA @ 5VDC, DC adapter included (5V DC, 2A). • Surge Protection: To withstand surge voltages without damage or loss of operation, in accordance with IEEE C62.41-1991 Recommended Practice on Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage AC Power Circuits. • Power Failure Memory: If power is interrupted, the NXB-CCG will return to its previous state when power is restored.
NXB-CCG NetLinx ClearConnect Gateway FCC/ IC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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Installation Installation Important Notes Codes Install in accordance with all local and national electrical codes. Cleaning To clean, wipe with a clean damp cloth. DO NOT use any chemical cleaning solutions. DC Adapter Power Using a DC adapter not rated at the proper specifications could damage the NXBCCG and possibly overheat the DC adapter. Use only the Lutron 5VDC Adapter (WA-10J05FU) included with the device.
Installation Installation 1. Find a suitable location for the NXB-CCG. 2. Mount vertically or horizontally (FIG. 3), using two #6 (M3) screws. When mounting, allow 7 in (177.8 mm) clearance for the antenna and ensure convenient access to the power plug. In order to achieve proper RF performance, do not mount unit in a metal enclosure. 3. Attach the DC adapter cord to the power jack on the NXB-CCG and insert the DC adapter plug into a receptacle (FIG. 2).
Installation Ethernet Pin Numbering The numbering for pins in the Ethernet port is as follows: FIG. 5 Ethernet Pin Numbering Ethernet Pin Numbering Ethernet: Pin #: T+Ve 1 T-Ve 2 R+Ve 3 R-Ve 6 Returning an NXB-CCG to Factory Default Settings Returning an NXB-CCG to factory default settings will erase all programming from it and all system devices and will require all Clear Connect devices to be reprogrammed into the system 1. Press and hold the Reset button (FIG.
Installation Connecting To the NXB-CCG Automatic Detection The NXB-CCG supports mDNS or ZeroConfig. This allows the device to be automatically detected on a network with a ZeroConfig-capable browser or Apple’s Bonjour plug-in. The Safari web browser has a Bonjour browser built into it in the Bookmarks window. The Bonjour plug-in is not available in the mobile version of Safari. ZeroConfig in Safari To use the Safari browser: 1. Click the Bookmarks icon in the top left corner. 2.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you should have issues with installing an NXB-CCG or with setting up a network, consider the following options: Ensure power is connected to the NXB-CCG Ensure a network connection is made between the NXB-CCG and a router/PC Factory default the NXB-CCG Place a router between the NXB-CCG and the controlling PC Refresh the NXB-CCG web page Cycle power to the NXB-CCG Ensure power is connected to all devices being programmed in the system Ensure recommended de
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Web Interface Pages Web Interface Pages Accessing the Web Interface Pages The NXB-CCG uses Web-based interface pages that can be accessed through most Web browsers. Enter the device’s IP address (obtainable either through a ZeroConf-enabled browser or through NetLinx Studio) to access the Login page (FIG. 7). FIG. 7 Login page Login Page Username: Enter the username (default: admin). Password: Enter the password for the device (default: 1988).
Web Interface Pages Configure Page Once logged in, the Web interface defaults to the Settings tab of the Configure page. From here, the administrator may access other tabs and pages to add or change Web and integration logins and passwords, change network or security settings, add devices to a network, or control the programming of buttons on an individual device. Settings Tab The NXB-CCG’s network settings can be modified via the Settings tab of the Configure page (FIG. 8). FIG.
Web Interface Pages Settings Tab (Cont.) HTTPS Only: Enables or disables the ability of the device to be accessed solely through a secure page. Update: Click this button to save and update all changes. From the Settings tab, DHCP functionality may be enabled or disabled. When DHCP is disabled, the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and two DNS servers can be set manually. The DNS name may also be set at this time.
Web Interface Pages Web Logins Tab The Web Logins tab of the Configure page controls management of web logins (FIG. 9). FIG. 9 Configure - Web Logins tab Web Logins Tab Username: Displays the usernames for each of the current web logins. Change Password: Click this link to change the password for the web login. Delete User: Click this link to delete the user. This feature is disabled if only one user is listed. Add Web Login: Click this button to add a new web login to the current list.
Web Interface Pages The Web Login Password allows most special characters. Do not use periods, quotation marks, apostrophes, or the plus sign. 3. Click Create or press Enter on your keyboard to create and save the login. 4. The new web login will now appear in the Web Logins tab. Changing the Password of a Web Login To change a web login’s password: 1. In the Web Logins tab, click the Change Password link on the appropriate web login to open the Change Password window (FIG. 11). FIG.
Web Interface Pages 3. If only one web login is visible in the Web Logins tab, this login may not be deleted, and the Delete User link is disabled.
Web Interface Pages Integration Logins Tab The Integration Logins tab on the Configure page allows management of integration logins (FIG. 13). FIG. 13 Configure - Integration Logins tab Integration Logins Tab Username: Displays the usernames for each of the current integration logins. Change Password: Click this link to change the password for the integration login. Delete User: Click this link to delete the user.
Web Interface Pages 3. Enter the new username and password and click Create. If the username or password use incompatible characters, this opens a prompt window for the username (FIG. 15) or the password (FIG. 16). FIG. 15 Username prompt FIG. 16 Password prompt The Integration Login Password allows most special characters. Do not use periods, quotation marks, apostrophes, or the plus sign. 4. The new username will appear in the Integration Logins tab.
Web Interface Pages Deleting an Integration Login To remove a login: 1. From the Configure page, select the Integration Logins tab. 2. In the appropriate user entry, select Delete User to open the Delete User window (FIG. 12). FIG. 18 Delete User window 3. Confirm that you wish to remove this user by clicking Yes. 4. The login will no longer appear in the Integration Login tab.
Web Interface Pages Add Devices Page The Add Devices page (FIG. 19) allows you to add, remove, and manage up to 10 devices within the NXBCCG network. FIG. 19 Add Devices page Add Devices Page Add/Remove Devices: Click this button to add new devices to the NXB-CCG network. Name: Displays the name of the device in the network. Type: Displays the type of device in the network. ID: Displays the device ID number (1-10) in the network. Action: This link allows removal of the device from the network.
Web Interface Pages Entering Activation Mode To enter Activation Mode: 1. In the Add Devices page, click the Add/Remove Devices button to enter the Add/Remove Devices Mode (FIG. 20). FIG. 20 Entering Add/Remove Devices Mode 2. Wait while the NXB-CCG attempts to enter activation. a. Entering activation may fail due to another system being in activation. This will open the Unable to enter add/remove device mode popup window (FIG. 21). FIG.
Web Interface Pages 2. The device will then report itself to the system. 3. In the Add Devices page, the Device Heard popup window appears (FIG. 22), displaying the type of device that reported itself. FIG. 22 Device Heard window 4. If the device is not a valid device for the network, the Add Devices page displays a message stating this, and the device cannot be activated. 5.
Web Interface Pages Changing Device Names Devices that are added to the NXB-CCG network are named during the activation process, but their names can be modified afterward, either in or out of Activation Mode. To change a device’s name: 1. In the Add Devices page, click on the device’s name to open the Device Name window (FIG. 24). FIG. 24 Device Name window 2. Enter the new device name in the Device Name window field. 3. Click Save or press Enter on your keyboard to save your changes.
Web Interface Pages Occupancy Group Management Occupancy grouping allows coverage of a larger space than one sensor can cover. For example, if you want a conference room to shut off lights when no one is in it after a specified timeout, and it is too large for one occupancy sensor to see the entire room, you can add multiple sensors to the system and assign them all to the same group. Once in a group, the unoccupied state will not be triggered until all of the sensors have reported this state.
Web Interface Pages Program Page The Program page can be used to program Clear Connect devices to respond to scene activations, occupancy events, and physical keypad button presses (FIG. 28). All programming is done in real time on the system. FIG. 28 Program tab If the device that you are trying to assign to a button or sensor or the device that you are programming (keypad or sensor) is not physically present or is not powered, programming will likely fail.
Web Interface Pages Buttons Buttons programmed with the NXB-CCG will all have “single action” programming, with the exception of raise/lower buttons on keypads. This means that presses of these buttons will always send the programmed devices to their programmed level regardless of the state of the devices. This is true for both physical keypad buttons and virtual integration buttons.
Web Interface Pages Button Details To add devices to the button 1. Click the Add Device button in the Button Details pane (FIG. 29) to open the Add Devices to Button window (FIG. 30). FIG. 30 Add Devices to Button window 2. Select the devices to add by clicking the appropriate check boxes. 3. Click Add to save your changes. Editing Button Defaults By default, added dimmers will have a programmed level of 100%, fade of 2 seconds, and no delay. Switches will have a programmed level of On with no delay.
Web Interface Pages Editing Button Names The name of buttons can be changed from their defaults by right clicking on the button in the Devices tree view on the left of the screen (FIG. 33). FIG. 33 Edit Button Name Adding Virtual Buttons The NXB-CCG has 100 virtual buttons that can be programmed for integration purposes. When the NXB-CCG Processor entry is expanded in the Devices tree view only 10 buttons are shown by default.
Web Interface Pages Occupancy Sensors Occupancy sensors show up in the Program page in the same way as a keypad or dimmer. The occupied and unoccupied actions can be programmed individually to loads. This allows you the ability to create a vacancy sensor by not assigning any programming to the occupied action. Occupancy sensors can be programmed in groups (where occupancy is determined by the state of all sensors in the group) or individually (FIG. 35). FIG.
Web Interface Pages Integration The NXB-CCG supports a subset of the Lutron Integration Protocol (available on the Lutron website) that is relevant for the devices that are supported by the NXB-CCG. The NXB-CCG also provides the ability to download an XML file that provides integration information about the system that is currently programmed to it (in the Lutron XML format).
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Web Interface Pages Administration Page The Administration page allows control of firmware updates and device logs. Firmware Update Tab Firmware updates may be made through the Firmware Update tab (FIG. 37). This section allows you to select a .lef firmware update file and upload it to the NXB-CCG. FIG. 37 Administration - Firmware Update tab Administration - Firmware Update Page Choose File: Click this button to select the firmware file to be downloaded.
Web Interface Pages Downgrading the firmware to a previous version will delete the current programming on the NXB-CCG. Some firmware update failures may cause the NXB-CCG to reboot. If this occurs, wait till the startup feedback is complete and then login to the Web Interface pages to try to update again. Ensure that you are uploading a valid firmware update file provided by Lutron.
Web Interface Pages Logging Tab The NXB-CCG supports extracting device logs from the NXB-CCG for troubleshooting purposes. These may be extracted through the Logging tab (FIG. 40). FIG. 40 Administration - Logging tab Extracting a log from the NXB-CCG To extract a log from the NXB-CCG: 1. From the Logging tab, click the Extract Logs button. 2. A Lutron log file will be downloaded into the default Downloads directory of the browser (FIG. 41).
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