AMX NetLinx Integrated Controllers NI-3000 - Manual (Page 43)

Configuration and Firmware Update
37 NetLinx Integrated Controllers
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 Installation and
Upgrading section on page 29 for setup procedures.
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 from www.amx.com > Tech
Center > Downloadable Files > Application Files > NetLinx Studio 2.2. 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 Controller to the
Ethernet Hub.
5. Connect an RS-232 programming cable from the Program Port on the Integrated Controller to
the rear COM port connector on the PC being used for programming.
6. Verify that any control cards (NI-4000 only) are inserted and 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 Wiring a
power connection section on page 19 for more information.
Communicating with the Master via the Program Port
1. Launch NetLinx Studio 2.2 (default location is Start >Programs > AMX Control Disc >
NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio 2.2).
2. Select Settings > Master Communication Settings, from the Main menu, to open the Master
Communication Settings dialog (FIG. 23).
3. Click the Communications Settings button to open the Communications Settings dialog
(FIG. 23).
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).
5. Click the Serial radio button (from the Transport Connection Option section) to indicate you
are connecting to the on-board Master via a (Serial) COM port.
Before commencing, verify you are using the latest firmware for both the
NI (2105_NI_X000) and on-board Master (2105_NI_Master).
Verify the NetLinx
Studio being used is Version 2.2 build 78 or higher.
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
On-board Master via an IP section on page 44.