instruction manual NetLinx Master Cards and Modules NXM-MHS, NXC-M/ME/MPE N e t L i n x C e n t ra l C o n t r o l l e r s a n d C a r d s
AMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer AMX Corporation warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use for three (3) years from the date of purchase from AMX Corporation, with the following exceptions: • Electroluminescent and LCD Control Panels are warranted for three (3) years, except for the display and touch overlay components that are warranted for a period of one (1) year.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Information - NetLinx Modules .................................................................1 NXM-MHS (NXM Modules) ............................................................................................... 1 NXM-MHS specifications ......................................................................................................... 1 Program Port DIP switch - baud rate settings ..........................................................................
Table of Contents Programming .......................................................................................................... 21 Program Port Commands ............................................................................................... 21 ESC Pass Codes ............................................................................................................ 24 Notes on specific Telnet/Terminal clients........................................................................
Table of Contents Main Security Menu......................................................................................................... 36 Default Security Configuration......................................................................................... 37 Security Help menu................................................................................................................ 38 Logging Into a Session......................................................................................
Table of Contents iv NetLinx Master Cards and Modules
Product Information - NetLinx Modules Product Information - NetLinx Modules NetLinx Master Cards and Modules are the controllers for NetLinx Control Systems. The Master Cards can be installed in the NetLinx CardFrame (NXF), the NetLinx Integrated Controller (NXI), or a NetLinx Module (NXS-MHS) for stand-alone operation.
Product Information - NetLinx Modules NXM-MHS Specifications (Cont.) Front Panel Components Cont.): Input LED Yellow LED blinks when the Master Card receives data from button pushes, strings, commands, channel levels, etc. Front Panel LEDs blink patterns These LEDs also display special blink patterns when a mode is activated. See the Modes and front panel LED blink patterns section on page 5 for details.
Product Information - NetLinx Modules Baud Rate Settings Baud Rate Position 5 Position 6 Position 7 Position 8 9600 bps OFF ON OFF ON 38,400 bps (default) OFF ON ON ON 57,600 bps ON OFF OFF OFF 115,200 bps ON ON ON ON DIP switch positions 3 and 4 are reserved for future features and should always be set to the Off (down) position.
Product Information - NetLinx Modules Program Port Connections/Wiring Master Cards are equipped with two Program ports. One is located on the front panel and the other is on the rear for easy access. The port on the front panel is a DB-9 (male) connector, and the rear port is a 5-pin (male) connector. Use a Programming cable to connect the Program port to your PC's COM port to communicate with the Master Card.
Product Information - NetLinx Modules Modes and front panel LED blink patterns The following table lists the modes for the Master Cards/Modules and blink patterns for the front panel LEDs for each mode. Modes and LED Blink Patterns LEDs and Blink Patterns STATUS (green) OUTPUT (red) INPUT (yellow) 1 Blink Normal Normal On On On Master detects one or more devices defined in the NetLinx program that are not present or connected to the bus.
Product Information - NetLinx Modules Rear panel LEDs: Ethernet (ME and MPE only) A - Activity LED (yellow) blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets. ETHERNET 10/100 SPEED L - Link LED (green) lights when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly. FD Speed LED (green) lights when transmitting data at 100 Mbps, and is off when transmitting at 10 Mbps. FD - Full Duplex LED (green) lights when running in full duplex mode, and is off when running half duplex mode. FIG.
NXC-M Master Card NXC-M Master Card Specifications NXC-M Master Card Specifications Power Requirements 260 mA @ 12 VDC Memory • Disk on chip (Non-volatile): 8 MB (upgradeable to 32 MB) • SDRAM (Volatile): 16 MB • NVS (Non-volatile): 1 MB Front Panel Components: Connector LED indicators Program port - DB-9 (male) connector for system programming and diagnostics • Status - Green LED shows AXlink/NetLink data activity. • Output - Red LED shows data output activity.
NXC-M Master Card Rear panel components FIG. 4 shows the rear panel components of the NXM-M Master Card. ICSHub IN/OUT connectors/LEDs ICSNet connectors/LEDs NXC-M Master PWR AXlink PROGRAM GND TX RX CTS RTS PWR AXM AXP GND IN 12VDC OUT ICSNet ICSHub PROGRAM port connector AXLink connector AXLink status LED (green) 12 VDC power supply connector FIG.
NXC-M Master Card FIG. 6 Installing the new rear plate 3. Mount the NCP-E to the NXC-M, as shown in FIG. 7. a. Lower the rear edge (with the Ethernet connector and LEDs) of the NCP-E first. b. Align the connector with the opening in the rear plate. c. Lower the other end of the NCP-E, mating the connectors on both cards. NCP-E Ethernet Port Card Ethernet connector housing Port Card connector FIG. 7 Installing the NCP-E Ethernet Card 4.
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NXC-ME Master-Ethernet Card NXC-ME Master-Ethernet Card The NXM-ME Master-Ethernet Card is a NetLinx Master Card with a 10/100 Base-T TCP/IP Ethernet connection. Specifications NXC-ME Specifications Power Requirements 400 mA @ 12 VDC Memory • Disk on chip (Non-volatile): 8 MB (upgradeable to 32 MB) • SDRAM (Volatile): 16 MB • NVS (Non-volatile): 1 MB LEDs: AXlink Ethernet 10/100 Green LED blinks to show AXlink data activity.
NXC-ME Master-Ethernet Card Ethernet Ports used by the ME Ethernet Ports used by the ME Port Type Description Standard Port # • ICSP Peer-to-peer protocol used for both master-to-master and master-to-device communications. 1319 (UDP/TCP) For maximum flexibility, the NetLinx master can be configured to utilize a different port than 1319 or disable ICSP over Ethernet completely from either Telnet or the Program Port located on the NetLinx master itself.
NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card The NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card shares the features and functionality of the NXC-ME, but with an RJ-11 SPE (Server Port Expander) connector instead of a 4-pin AXlink connector. The SPE port allows you to use the NXC-MPE in conjunction with an AXB-SPE (Server Port Expander) to control up to 12 additional AXlink bus lines of up to 3,000 feet (914.4 meters) in distance each. Specifications NXC-MPE Specifications Power Requirements 1.
NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card Rear panel components FIG. 9 shows the rear panel components NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card. Ethernet 10/100 LEDs Ethernet 10/100 connector ICSNet connectors/LEDs ICSHub In/Out connectors/LEDs ETHERNET 10/100 TX RTS 12VDC CTS SPEED FD IN GND Master-Ethernet RX NXC-MPE OUT AXlink PWR EXPANSION OUT PROGRAM ICSNet ICSHub PROGRAM port connector Expansion port connector (RJ-11) 12 VDC power supply connector FIG.
NXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card To SPE OUT connector on rear of NXC-MPE EXPANSION 1rst AXB-SPE (rear panel) IN OUT RJ-11 (6" max) EXPANSION 2nd AXB-SPE (rear panel) OUT FIG. 11 Daisy chaining two or more AXB-SPE's off of an NXC-MPE SPE Cable pinout information The following table gives pinout information for the RJ-11 SPE connector. AMX supplies the RJ11 cable with the AXB-SPE. The EXPANSION connectors (on the AXB-SPE) use pins 2, 3, 4 and 5.
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Installation and Wiring Installation and Wiring This section contains information about installing the NetLinx Modules and Master Cards, wiring diagrams, and pinouts for assembling cables. Mounting the Modules Into an Equipment Rack To install the NXS-MHS Modules in an equipment rack, you'll need an optional AC-RK Kit: 1. Remove the front panel from the Module to expose the mounting holes. 2. Mount the module on the AC-RK bracket. 3.
Installation and Wiring 6. Inside the Master Card slot on the NXF or NXI, find the 6-pin control cable connector. 7. Plug the connector from the NXF or NXI into the 6-pin terminal on the Master Card. This connector is keyed to ensure correct orientation. 8. Once the control cable is connected, gently slide the card in until you feel the rear edge of the card snap into place. 9. Re-apply power and other connections as necessary. Preparing/connecting captive wires 1. Strip 0.
Installation and Wiring ICSHub RJ-45 Connections/Wiring The two ICSHub RJ-45 connectors on the rear of the Master Card provide data to other Hubs connected to a downstream system. Hubs allow you to connect multiple NetLinx Hubs together in a daisy-chain configuration. Connect the OUT port to the IN port on the second or downstream NetLinx hub. The following table describes the pinout/signal information.
Installation and Wiring Replacing the Lithium Batteries The Master Cards are equipped with two lithium batteries that have a life of approximately 5 years to protect their memory. When DC power is on, the batteries are not used. When replacing the batteries, remove one at a time to avoid losing the program in memory. Battery (Li-Mv, 3V) socket FIG. 14 Lithium battery and socket 1. Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a metal grounded object. 2.
Programming Programming The NetLinx programming language allows numbers in the range 0-32,767. Device 0 refers to the Master Card, and numbers greater than 32,767 are reserved for internal use only. The NetLinx programming language requires a Device:Port:System (D:P:S) syntax where Axcess expects only a device number. The NetLinx D:P:S triplet variable is expressed as: DEVICE:PORT:SYSTEM where: • Device: 16-bit integer representing the device number (0-32,767). 0 = the Master.
Programming Program Port Commands (Cont.) Command Description MSG ON or MSG OFF MSG On sets the terminal program to display all messages generated by the Master Card. MSG OFF disables the display. OFF Turns off a channel on a device. The device can be on any system the master you are connected to can reach. You can specify the device number, port, and system, or the name of the device defined in the DEFINE_DEVICE section of the program. ON Turns on a channel on a device.
Programming Program Port Commands (Cont.) SET TIME Prompts you to enter the new time for the Master Card. When the time is set on the Master Card, the new time will be reflected on all devices in the system that have clocks (i.e. touch panels). By the same token, if you set the time on any system device, the new time will be reflected on the system’s Master, and on all connected devices. This will not update clocks on devices connected to another Master (in Master-to-Master systems).
Programming ESC Pass Codes There are 'escape' codes in the pass mode. These codes can switch the display mode or exit the pass mode. The following 'escape' codes are defined. ESC Pass Codes Command + + ESC ESC Exit Pass Mode + + ESC A ASCII Display Mode + + ESC D Decimal Display Mode + + ESC H Hex Display Mode Description Typing a plus (shift =) followed by another plus followed by an ESC (the escape key) followed by another escape exits the pass mode. The Telnet session returns to "normal".
NetLinx Security NetLinx Security NetLinx Masters (version 2.10.80 or later) have built-in security capabilities. It will require a valid user name and password to access the NetLinx System’s Telnet, HTTP and FTP servers. The security capabilities are configured and applied via a Telnet connection or the NetLinx Master’s RS-232 terminal interface (the DB-9 PROGRAM port on the front panel of the Master). Always use the Program port when entering potentially sensitive security information.
NetLinx Security User Name A user name is a valid character string (4 - 20 alpha-numeric characters) defining the user . This string is case sensitive. Each user name must be unique. Group Name A group name is a valid character string (4 - 20 alpha-numeric characters) defining the group. This string is case sensitive. Each group name must be unique. Password A password is a valid character string (4 - 20 alpha-numeric characters) to supplement the user name in defining the potential client.
NetLinx Security When you are prompted to enter the path for a Directory Association, the NetLinx master will attempt to validate the path. If the directory or file is not valid (i.e. it does not exist at the time you entered the path), the NetLinx master will ask you whether you were intending to grant access to a file or directory. From the answer, it will enter the appropriate Directory Association. The NetLinx master will not create the path if it is not valid.
NetLinx Security 11) Set Telnet Timeout in seconds 12) Display Telnet Timeout in seconds 13) Make changes permanent by saving to flash Or to return to previous menu Security Setup -> 3. The Main Security Menu shows a list of choices and a prompt. To select one of the listed choices, simply enter the number of the choice (1-13) at the prompt and press . 4. Each option in the Main Security Menu displays a sub-menu specific to that option.
NetLinx Security The selection listed will display what the current settings. To change an option, select the number listed next to the option. For example, if selection 2) is selected, HTTP Security will be disabled. The menu will then be displayed again as follows: Select to change current security option 1) Terminal (RS232) Security.................. Enabled 2) HTTP Security.............................. Disabled 3) Telnet Security............................ Enabled 4) Security Configuration Security..
NetLinx Security 2. At the Enter user name prompt, enter a new user name (for example "Bilbo"). A user name is a valid character string (4 - 20 alpha-numeric characters) defining the user. This string is case sensitive. Each user name must be unique. 3. Press to enter the new user name. The session then prompts you for a password for the new user. 4. Enter a password for the new user.
NetLinx Security Edit User Menu Command Description 1) Change User Password This selection prompts you to enter the new password (twice) for the user. Once the new password is entered, the user must use the new password from that point forward. 2) Change Inherits From Group This selection will display the current group the user is assigned to (if any). It will then display a list of current groups and prompts you to select the new group.
NetLinx Security Access Rights Menu (Cont.) Command Description 4) HTTP Access (Enable/Disable) This selection enables/disables HTTP (Web Server) Access. The account has sufficient access rights to browse to the NetLinx master with a Web Browser if this option is enabled. 5) Telnet Access (Enable/Disable) This selection enables/disables Telnet Access. The account has sufficient access rights to login to a Telnet session if this option is enabled.
NetLinx Security Edit Group Menu: Add directory association 1. At the Edit Group prompt, type 1 to add a new directory association. A sample session response is: There are currently no directories associated with this account New directory: A Directory Association is a path that defines the directories and/or files that a particular user or group can access via the HTTP (Web) Server on the NetLinx master. This character string can range from 1 to 128 alpha-numeric characters.
NetLinx Security Edit Group menu: List directory associations 1. At the Edit Group prompt, type 3 to list all existing directory associations. A sample session response is: The following directory associations are enrolled: /directory1/* /directory2/* Press key to continue 2. Press to return to the Edit Group menu. Edit Group menu: Change Access Rights 1. At the Edit Group prompt, type 4 to change the current access rights for the selected group account.
NetLinx Security 1) Add directory association 2) Delete directory association 3) List directory associations 4) Change Access rights 5) Display Access Rights This menu is described on the previous pages (see Edit Group Menu on page 32). 9) Delete Group 1. Type 9 and at the Security Setup prompt (at the bottom of the Main Security Menu) to delete an existing group account. A sample session response is: Select from the following list: 1) Group 1 2) Group 2 Select group -> 2.
NetLinx Security Main Security Menu The Main Security menu is described below: Main Security Menu Command 1) Set system security options for NetLinx master Description This selection will bring up the Security Options Menu that allows you to change the security options for the NetLinx master (refer to the Security Options Menu section on page 29 for details). These are "global" options that enable rights given to users and groups.
NetLinx Security Main Security Menu (Cont.) Command Description 14) Reset Database If a user has been given "administrator rights", this additional menu option is displayed. This selection will reset the security database to its Default Security Configuration settings, erasing all users and groups that were added. This is a permanent change and you will be asked to verify this before the database is reset.
NetLinx Security Security Help menu Type help at the prompt in the Telnet session to display the following help topics: Security Help Menu Options Command ----- Help ----- Description (Extended diag messages are OFF) : Device:Port:System. If omitted, assumes master. ? or Help Displays this list. DATE Displays the current date. DEVICE HOLDOFF ON|OFF Sets the master to holdoff devices (i.e.
NetLinx Security Security Help Menu Options (Cont.) Command Description SET DNS Setup the DNS configuration of a device. SET ICSP PORT Sets the IP port listened to for ICSP connections. SET ICSP TCP TIMEOUT Sets the timeout period for ICSP and i!-WebControl TCP connections. SET IP Setup the IP configuration of a device. SET TELNET PORT Sets the IP port listened to for telnet connections. SET THRESHOLD Sets the master's internal message thresholds.
NetLinx Security least 4 characters long and no more than 20 characters. Any combination of letters, numbers, or other characters may be used. After the password is entered, if the password is correct you will see a welcome banner as shown below: Login: User1 Password: ***** Welcome to NetLinx v2.10.80 Copyright AMX Corp. 1999-2002 > If the password is incorrect, the following will be displayed: Login: User1 Password: ***** Login not authorized. Please try again.
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