Specifications

Configuration and Firmware Update
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NI Connection and Firmware Updating
Configuration and Firmware Update
This section refers to steps necessary to both communicate and upgrade the various NI Controller
components.
Before beginning:
1. Setup and configure your Integrated Controller. Refer to the previous Installation and
Upgrading section.
2. Verify you have installed the latest version of NetLinx Studio on your PC.
3. If an update is necessary, download the latest Studio software by first logging in to
www.amx.com and then navigate to Tech Center > Downloadable Files > Application Files
> NetLinx Studio 2.x. 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 Controller to the Ethernet Hub.
5. Connect an RS-232 programming cable from the Program Port on the unit to the rear COM
port connector on the PC being used for programming (this step establishes DB9
communication).
6. Verify that any control cards (NI-4000 and NI-4100 only) are inserted and their respective
connectors are attached to the rear of the Controller unit before continuing.
7. Verify that the NetLinx Master is receiving power and is turned On. Refer to the previous
Wiring a power connection section for more information.
Communicating with the Master via the Program Port
1. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.x (default location is Start >Programs > AMX Control Disc >
NetLinx Studio 2 > NetLinx Studio 2).
2. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu, to open the Master
Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 32).
3. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog
(FIG. 32).
4. Click the NetLinx Master radio button (from the Platform Selection section) to indicate you
are working with a NetLinx Master (such as the NXC-ME260/64 or NI-Series of Integrated
Controllers).
Before commencing, verify you are using the latest firmware Kit file (this file
contains both the NI Integrated Controller and on-board Master firmware.
The NI-4000/3000/2000 Kit file begins with 2105_X000.
The NI-4100/3100/2100 Kit file begins with 2105_04_X100.
The NI-700/900 Kit file begins with 2105_03_NI-X00 and 2105_09_NI-X00
respectively.
Verify you are using the latest version of NetLinx Studio.
If you have previously setup communication with your 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 51.