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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