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AMX NI-700 User Manual

AMX NI-700
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WEBCONSOLE & PROGRAMMING GUIDE
NETLINX INTEGRATED CONTROLLERS
(FIRMWARE VERSION 4.0 OR HIGHER)
NI-700/900
NI-2100/3100/4100
NI-3101-SIG
DVX-21XXHD
DVX-315XHD

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AMX NI-700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAMX
ModelNI-700
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Overview of NetLinx Integrated Controllers

NetLinx Integrated Controllers

Details on various NetLinx Integrated Controller models and their features.

Enova DVX All-In-One Presentation Switchers

Information on Enova DVX models and their relation to NI controllers.

About This Document

Quick Setup and Configuration Overview

General steps for initial installation, configuration, and communication setup.

Using Zero Configuration

Utilizing zero-configuration for quick device installation on networks.

Initial Configuration

Overview

Describes using NetLinx Studio for initial controller configuration.

Before You Start

Prerequisites and verification steps before starting initial configuration.

Preparing for Serial Communication

Steps to establish serial communication using NetLinx Studio and a program port.

Configuring the NI Controller for LAN Communication

Using the ID Button to Change the Master Device Value

Obtaining the NI Controller’s IP Address (using DHCP)

Assigning a Static IP to the NI Controller

Communicating Via IP Address

Upgrading Firmware

Overview

General process for upgrading firmware on NI Controllers and Enova DVX.

NI Controllers - Firmware Files

Details on required firmware files for NI Master and Device Controllers.

Enova DVX - Firmware Files

Details on required firmware files for Enova DVX controllers.

Before You Start Firmware Upgrade

Verifying the Current Firmware Version

Downloading the Latest Firmware Files

NetLinx Integrated Controllers Firmware

Firmware files for NI Master and Device Controllers.

Upgrading NXC Card Firmware

Resetting the Factory Default System and Device Values

Onboard WebConsole User Interface

WebConsole UI Overview

Introduction to the Master Configuration Manager and its primary sections.

Accessing the WebConsole

Steps to connect to the Master's WebConsole via a web browser.

Device Tree Navigation

Device Network Settings Pages

ZeroConf ig Networking

WebConsole Security Options Management

Security Overview

Understanding the three levels of security configuration: System, Group, and User.

Default Security Configuration

Default security settings for accounts, groups, and access rights.

Login Rules and Password Requirements

System Security - System Level

Configuring global security settings that affect the entire system.

System Level Security Settings

Details on system-level security settings for access control.

Access Options

LDAP Options

Configuring ICSP Connectivity with LDAP Enabled

Setting up ICSP connectivity when using LDAP for authentication.

Accepting Changes

Saving configuration changes made on the LDAP options page.

Testing the Connection to the LDAP Server

System Security - Group Level

Adding a New Group

Procedure for creating a new user group and assigning access rights.

Group and User Security Access Options

Viewing Group Security Settings Details

Examining the security access rights assigned to a specific user group.

Modifying the Properties of an Existing Group

Deleting a Group

System Security - User Level

Adding a New User

Procedure for creating a new user account and assigning access rights.

Viewing and Editing User Security Settings

Deleting a User

WebConsole - Web Control Options

Manage Web Control Connections

Viewing and managing G4 Web Control touch panel connections.

Compression Options

Settings for using compression to decrease response delay.

WebConsole - System Options

System Overview

Accessing and configuring various aspects of the NetLinx System.

System - Manage System

Managing system settings including system number and reboot.

Manage System - System Number

Viewing and changing the Master's system number.

Resetting the Master Controller to the Factory Defaults Configuration

Manage System - Control/Emulate Options

Controlling or Emulating a System Device

Manipulating device channels, levels, and sending commands/strings.

Manage System - Diagnostics Options

Enabling Diagnostics On a Selected System Device

Enabling and monitoring various diagnostic messages for system devices.

Diagnostics Options Definitions

Disabling all Diagnostic Options For a Device

Creating and Recalling Diagnostics Presets

Manage System - Server Options

Port Settings

Modifying server settings and port assignments for various services.

Server Port Settings

Details on port values for Telnet, ICSP, HTTP, HTTPS/SSL, SSH, and FTP.

Creating an SSL Server Certificate

SSL Certificate Entries

Describes the fields for creating an SSL certificate, including bit length and common name.

Displaying SSL Server Certificate Information

Creating a Request for an SSL Certificate

Self-Generating an SSL Certificate

Regenerating an SSL Server Certificate Request

Exporting an SSL Certificate Request

Importing an SSL Certificate

Manage System - Clock Manager Options

Mode Settings

Setting the Clock Manager Mode to Network Time or Stand Alone.

Daylight Savings

Configuring Daylight Savings rules, including offset and start/end times.

NIST Servers

Connecting to specific NIST time servers for accurate time synchronization.

Setting the Mode for the Clock Manager

Selecting the time synchronization method for the clock manager.

Setting Daylight Savings Rules

Selecting a Custom NIST Server

Adding a Custom NIST Server To the List

Removing an NIST Server From the List

System - Manage License

Adding A New License

Removing a License

System - Manage NetLinx

NetLinx Device Details

Information on connected NetLinx devices, their status, and firmware versions.

System - Manage Devices

Manage Devices - Device Options

Viewing and configuring options for additional system devices.

Configuring Device Binding Options

Specifying how the Master manages bound devices, including auto-binding.

Managing Device Modules

Archiving a Module

Copying selected modules to your PC for backup.

Deleting a Module

Removing selected modules from the Master's unbound directory.

Manage Devices - Bindings

Configuring Application-Defined Devices

Configuring application-defined Duet virtual devices with physical devices.

Application Devices and Association Status

Viewing Physical Device Properties

Manage Devices - User-Defined Devices

Adding a User-Defined Device

Procedure to add and define new devices manually.

Manage Devices - Active Devices

Searching For All Compatible Duet Modules for a Selected Device

Initiating a search for compatible Duet Modules for a specific device.

Viewing Physical Device Properties

Manage Devices - Manage Polled Ports

Editing Polled Port Settings

Manage Devices - Network Settings

ZeroConf ig Networking

Enabling/disabling the Zero-Configuration client for network discovery.

NDP Beacon

Enabling/disabling NetLinx Discovery Protocol beacons for device discovery.

IP Device Discovery

Manage Devices - URL List

Adding a URL To The Master’s List Of Devices

Adding URLs to the Master's list for device management.

Manage Devices - Device Number

Manage Devices - Control/Emulate

Manage Devices - Log

Manage Devices - Diagnostics

NetLinx Programming

Overview of Programming Commands

Introduction to Send_Commands, Send_Strings, and Channel commands.

Port Assignments by NetLinx Master

Table detailing port assignments for different NetLinx Master models.

Master IP Local Port SEND_COMMANDs

LED Disable/Enable SEND_COMMANDs

RS232/422/485 Ports Channels

RS-232/422/485 SEND_COMMANDs

RS-232/422/485 SEND_COMMANDs

Commands for configuring RS-232, 422, and 485 serial communication parameters.

RS-232/422/485 SEND_STRING Escape Sequences

IR / Serial Ports Channels

IR RX Port Channels

IR/Serial SEND_COMMANDs

IR / Serial Ports Channels

Commands for generating control signals for external equipment via IR/Serial.

Input/Output SEND_COMMANDs

Terminal (Program Port/Telnet) Commands

Overview

Types of terminal communications available on NetLinx Integrated Controllers.

Establishing Terminal Connections

Steps to connect via Program Port (RS232) or Telnet (TCP/IP).

Terminal Commands Reference

List and descriptions of commands available in terminal sessions.

ESC Pass Codes

Accessing the Security Configuration Options

Setup Security Menu

Setup Security Menu Commands

Commands for navigating and configuring security settings via the terminal.

Enabling LDAP via the Program Port

Security Options Menu

Edit User Menu

Options for managing user accounts, passwords, and access rights.

Edit Group Menu

Options for managing group accounts, directory associations, and access rights.

Access Rights Menu

Adding a Group

Procedure to add a group and configure directory associations.

Default Security Configuration

Telnet Diagnostics Commands

Logging Out of a Terminal Session

Notes on Specific Telnet/Terminal Clients

Windows Client Programs

Anomalies observed when using Windows Telnet/Terminal clients.

Linux Telnet Client

Anomalies observed when using Linux Telnet clients.

Appendix A: LDAP Implementation Details

Overview and Assumptions

Understanding LDAP requirements and assumptions for AMX clients.

AMX LDAP Client Authentication Sequence

Step-by-step breakdown of the LDAP authentication process.

ICSP Connectivity Security Example

Appendix B: SMTP Support

Overview

Introduction to NetLinx Master's built-in SMTP support for sending emails.

SMTP Server Configuration

Specifying SMTP server properties for outbound email transmission.

Sending Mail

Appendix C: Clock Manager NetLinx Programming API

Clock Manager Types and Constants

Details on types and constants used by the Clock Manager API.

Clock Manager Library Calls

List and descriptions of NetLinx library calls for Clock Manager functions.

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