AMX NXI Network Card User Manual


 
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NXI NetLinx Integrated Controller
Product Information
The NXI NetLinx Integrated Controller represents the new generation of AMX multi-port central controllers.
The NXI can be programmed to control RS-232/422/485, Relay, IR/Serial, and Input/Output devices using the
NetLinx programming language and NetLinx Studio program. Depending on your specific control needs, the
NXI can be equipped with either a Master or Hub Card. For use as a master controller, the NXI accepts the
NXC-ME260 NetLinx Master Card.
Front and Rear Panel Components
Remove the faceplate to see the front panel (FIG. 1) containing groups of colored LED indicators that light
when their corresponding control ports receive/ transmit data. These LEDs are grouped by control type, and
are numbered according to their corresponding port (connector) numbers on the rear panel. The rear panel
contains all of the RS-232/422/485, Relay, IR/Serial and I/O connectors, plus the ID pushbutton and ICSP
LED. Figure 1 shows the front and rear panels of the NXI.
FIG. 1 NXI front and rear panel components
Relay LEDs (red)
IR/Serial LEDs (red)
I/O LEDs (yellow)
RS-232/422/485 TX/RX LEDs
Master/Hub Card Slot
ICSP LED (green)
Relays (port 7)
RS-232/422/485 (ports 1-6)
Master/Hub Card Slot
I/O (port 16)
IR/Serial (ports 8-15)
ID Pushbutton
front
rear