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NXC-ME260/64
NetLinx
®
Master Ethernet Card
Overview
The NetLinx NXC-ME260/64 Card (FG2010-64) supplies optimum control system
performance. With the ability to respond 50 times faster than conventional control masters,
the NXC-ME260/64 is propelled by the high-speed 257 MIPS ColdFire processor. The standard
32MB CompactFlash memory is expandable to 1G and beyond and Ethernet networking is built
onboard. The NXC-ME260/64 also features enhanced Username and Password authentication,
HTTPS and SSL certificate interaction, ICSP communication and encryption, and use of a pre-
installed AMX SSL certificate.
ATTENTION!
Verify the Master is using the latest released firmware. Verify you are using the latest version
of NetLinx Studio (available for download from www.amx.com).
Specifications
For more detailed product specifications, refer to the NXI Instruction Manual at www.amx.com.
Ethernet Ports used by the NXC-ME260-64
Modes and LED Blink Patterns
The following table lists the modes and blink patterns for the front LEDs.
Program Port Connections/Wiring
The NXC-ME260/64 is equipped with two Program ports. One is located on the front panel and
the other is on the rear for easy access. The port on the front panel is an RS232 (male)
connector and the rear port is a 5-pin (male) connector. Use a Programming cable to connect
the Program port to your PC's COM port to communicate with the Master card. Then, you can
download NetLinx programs to the Master card using the NetLinx Studio 2 software program.
Wiring a Power Connection
Use a 12 VDC-compliant power supply to provide power to the Master through the rear 2-pin
3.5 mm mini-Phoenix. Use the power requirements information listed in the Specifications
table to determine the power draw. The incoming PWR and GND cable from the PSN power
supply must be connected to their corresponding locations within the PWR connector. Refer to
the unit’s instruction manual for more detailed wiring connection information.
RS-232/422/485 Wiring Connector Information
The following table shows the pinout and wiring specification information for the front panel
RS-232 (DB9) Program Port.
FIG. 1
NXC-ME260/64
NXC-ME260/64 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
(HWD):
• 1 5/16” x 5” x 8 13/16” (3.4 cm x 12.7 cm x 22.4 cm)
• RU: 1
Power
Requirement:
• 750 mA @ 12 VDC
• Power requirements are usage dependant
Memory:
• Volatile: 64 MB (SDRAM)
• Non-volatile: 1 MB
• Refer to the NXC-ME260/64 Instruction Manual for more information.
Compact Flash:
2GB or greater (upgradeable to 4GB - see
Other AMX Equipment
).
Note: AMX may increase Flash size at any time in response to market
availability.
Microprocessor:
Coldfire 5407 (32-bit)
Weight:
• NXC-ME260/64 only: 0.55 lbs (0.25 kg)
• NXC-ME260/64 with NXS-NMS module: 1.95 lbs (0.88 kg)
Enclosure:
Metal with black matte finish
Certifications:
FCC Part 15 Class B and CE
Included
Accessories:
• Connector Bag containing:
2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector (female) (41-5025)
4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector (female) (41-5047)
5-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector (female) (41-5053)
Back panel (51-2010-61)
• Front plate with screws and washers
Other AMX
Equipment:
• AC-RK Accessory Rack Kit (FG515)
• NXF CardFrame (FG2001)
• NXI Integrated Controller (FG2101)
• NXS-MHS Module (FG2009)
• Upgrade Compact Flash (factory programmed with firmware):
NXA-CFM4G, 4 GB Flash Upgrade (FG2116-06)
ETHERNET PORTS USED
Port type
Description
Standard Port #
FTP
The on-board Master has a built-in FTP server.
21/20 (TCP)
SSH
The SSH port uses SSL as a mechanism to configure and
diagnose a NetLinx system. This port value is used for secure
Telnet communication.
Note: We currently ONLY support SSH version 2.
22 (TCP)
Telnet
The NetLinx Telnet server provides a mechanism to configure
and diagnose a NetLinx system.
23 (TCP)
HTTP
The Master has a built-in web server that complies with the
HTTP 1.0 specification and supports all of the required
features of HTTP v1.1.
80 (TCP)
Port type
Description
Standard Port #
HTTPS/SSL
The Master has a built-in SSL protected web server.
443 (TCP)
12 VDC Power Port
Front
Rear
EXPANSION OUT Port
ETHERNET 10/100 Port/LEDs
AxLink Port/LED
PROGRAM Port (5-pin)
ICSNet (OUT) Port
ICSHub (OUT) Port
ICSNet (IN) Port
ICSHub (IN) Port
Panel
Panel
Program Port (DB9)
LEDs
ETHERNET PORTS USED
Port type
Description
Standard Port #
ICSP
Peer-to-peer protocol used for both Master-to-Master and
Master-to-device communications.
1319 (UDP/TCP)
integration!
Solutions
The feature on the Master uses, by default, port 10500 for the
XML based communication protocol. This port is connected to
by the client web browser’s JVM when integration! Solutions
control pages are retrieved from the Master’s web server.
10500 (TCP)
ETHERNET 10/100 REAR PANEL LED PATTERNS
LED
Description
• A
Activity - lights (yellow) when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated
correctly, and blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets.
• L
Link - lights when the Ethernet cables are connected and terminated correctly
• SPEED
Lights (green) when transmitting data at 100 Mbps, and is Off when transmitting at 10
Mbps.
• FD
Full Duplex - lights (green) when running in full duplex mode, and is Off when running
half duplex mode.
MODES AND FRONT PANEL LED BLINK PATTERNS
LEDs and Blink Patterns
Mode
Description
STATUS
(green)
OUTPUT
(red)
INPUT
(yellow)
OS Start
Starting the operating system.
On
On
On
Boot
Master is booting.
On
Off
On
Contacting
DHCP server
Master is contacting a DHCP server for IP
config. info.
On
Off
Fast Blink
Unknown DHCP
server
Master could not find the DHCP server.
Fast Blink
Off
Off
Downloading
Boot firmware
Downloading Boot firmware to the on-
board flash memory.
Do not cycle power during this process!
Fast Blink
Fast Blink
Fast Blink
No program
running
There is no program loaded, or the
program is disabled.
On
Off
Off
Normal
Master is functioning normally.
1 blink per
second
Indicates
activity
Indicates
activity
PROGRAM PORT CONNECTOR PINOUTS (RS232)
Pin Signal
Function
1
N/A
Not used
2
RXD
Receive data
3
TXD
Transmit data
4
DTR
Not used
5
GND
Signal ground
6
DSR
Not used
7
RTS
Request to send
8
CTS
Clear to send
9
N/A
Not used
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
