Quick Start Guide
NetLinx Hub Cards and Modules
NXC-NH/HS/HE
Overview - NetLinx Hub Cards and Modules
NetLinx Hub Cards distribute ICSP (Internet Control System Protocol)
throughout a NetLinx control system. ICSP packets can move easily between
different kinds of networks including Ethernet, Internet, and the NetLinx (ICSNet)
control bus.
The NetLinx Hub Cards covered in this document are:
•
NXC-NH ICSNet Hub Card (
FG2060
)
•
NXC-HS ICSHub Server Card (
FG2061
)
•
NXC-HE ICSHub Expander Card (
FG2062
)
The NXS-MHS Modules (
FG2009
) provide enclosures for the Hub Cards. The
NetLinx ICSNet control network branches from a NetLinx Master to ICSNet
devices via ICSHub data links. An ICSNet Hub Card can then distribute data and
power to up to eight system devices through multiple ICSNet wiring runs. Each
ICSNet wiring run can support up to 16 devices connecting from one to another,
in a daisy-chain fashion. FIG. 1 shows a sample application using a connection
from the Master to the ICSNet Hub Card, then to external ICSNet devices. .
ICSHub and ICSNet links can extend up to 1,000 feet (304.8 m). Each link is fully
regenerated at every ICSHub connection to allow systems to connect over
virtually unlimited distances. Hub Cards can be installed in an NXI (NetLinx
Integrated Controller), NXF (CardFrame), or NXM-MHS (Module) for stand-alone
operation.
Specifications
NXC-NH ICSNet Hub Card
The NXC-NH ICSNet Hub Card provides eight ICSNet ports. FIG. 2 shows its
rear panel components.
This card connects to external ICSNet devices.
Rear Panel LEDs
FIG. 3 shows the layout of the ICSNet and ICSHub LEDs.
NXC-HS ICSHub Server Card
The NXC-HS Server Card provides nine ICSHub OUT ports for connecting
NetLinx Controllers and Hubs, and one ICSHub IN port. FIG. 4 shows its rear
panel components. This card connects to either ICSNet Hubs or other Hub
servers.
FIG. 1
Sample ICSNet Hub Card Daisy-chain configuration
Specifications
Power Requirements:
• NXC-NH - 180 mA @ 12 VDC
• NXC-HS - 160 mA @ 12 VDC
• NXC-HE - 110 mA @ 12 VDC
PWR connector/LED:
2-pin 12 VDC power connector (green); supply depends on load.
Green LED lights to indicate power.
ICSNet OUT (NXC-NH):
Eight RJ-45 connectors that supply power and data to external
ICSNet devices. Max. current draw = 500 mA.
• Yellow LEDs (one per port) blink when sending data on the
associated port(s).
ICSHub OUT (NXC-HS):
Nine RJ-45 ports for ICSHub data.
• Yellow LEDs blink when receiving data on the associated OUT
ports.
ICSHub IN: NXC-HS
RJ-45 connector that supplies data to other NetLinx Controllers and
Hubs, and wired using a daisy-chain configuration. The OUT port of
one ICSHub must be connected to the IN connector of a
downstream ICSHub Module or Card.
• Yellow LED blinks when receiving data.
Specifications (Cont.)
ICSHub IN/OUT:
NXC-NH
• RJ-45 connectors that supply data to other ICSHubs connected
to the Master Card. The OUT port of one ICSHub must be
connected to the IN connector of a downstream ICSHub Module
or card.
• Yellow LEDs blinks when receiving data on the associated IN/
OUT ports.
NXC-HE
• RJ-45 connectors that supply data to other Hubs connected to
the Master Card, and wired using a daisy-chain configuration.
The ICSHub OUT connector of one Hub must be connected to
the ICSHub IN connector on the downstream Hub.
• Yellow LEDs blink when receiving data on the associated IN/OUT
ports.
Optional Accessories:
NXM-MHS module
Metal with black matte finish·
Plastic gray faceplate with translucent viewing window.
12 VDC power supply
• PS2.8 (
FG423-05
)
• PSN6.5 (
FG423-41
)
Rack Kit
AC-RK Accessory (
FG515
)
Dimensions (HWD):
1.5" x 5.0" x 8.8" (45 mm x 127 mm x 224 mm)
Weight:
26 oz (737 g)
FIG. 2
NXC-NH Card (shown mounted in NXM-MHS Module - rear view)
FIG. 3
Layout of the ICSNet and ICSHub IN/OUT LEDs
FIG. 4
NXC-HS Card/Module (shown mounted in NXM-MHS Module - rear view)
PWR
ICSNet
ICSHub
OUT
IN
12VDC
NXC-NH
ICSNet Hub
ICSHub IN/OUT
connectors and LEDs
Power Supply indicator LED (green)
12 VDC Power Supply connector
ICSNet OUT connectors and LEDs
ICSNet
OUT
ICSHub
IN
ICSHub IN LED
(yellow): lights to
indicate data transfer
activity on this port
ICSNet LEDs (yellow):
light to indicate data
output activity on
these ports
ICSHub IN LED (yellow):
lights to indicate data
input activity on this port
ICSHub Server
NXC-HS
12VDC
PWR
ICSHub OUT
ICSHub
OUT
IN
ICSHub
IN/OUT
connectors
and LEDs
12 VDC Power Supply connector
Power Supply indicator LED (green)
ICSHub OUT connectors and LEDs
