Installation Guide
NXF NetLinx® CardFrame
Compatible NetLinx Master Cards
Overview
The NXF CardFrame (FG2001) accommodates a NetLinx Master (or Hub) card,
up to twelve NetLinx Control cards, and provides a back plane to distribute
power and data to/from the cards (FIG. 1).
For use as a master controller, the NXF CardFrame accepts the following
NetLinx Master Card:
NetLinx Master Card
NXC-ME260
Master-Ethernet Card/Module
Compatible NetLinx Hub Cards
For use as a hub device, the NXF CardFrame accepts the following NetLinx Hub
Cards:
NetLinx Hub Cards
FIG. 1 NXF CardFrame - front panel (with faceplate)
NXC-NH
NXC-HS
NXC-HE
ICSNet Hub Card (FG2060)
The NXF CardFrame provides terminals on the rear panel for connection to the
control cards, and to a system power supply. A DIP switch on the rear panel sets
the CardFrame's base device number. For detailed product information on the
NXF CardFrame, and the NetLinx Control Cards, refer to the NetLinx
CardFrame, Control Cards, and NetModules Instruction Manual on-line at
ICSHub Server Card (FG2061)
ICSHub Expander Card (FG2062)
Control Card Connectors
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2.
3.
12 card slots for the NXC Control Cards that control devices connected to
the CardFrame. To install NXC Control Cards in the NXF CardFrame:
Remove the magnetic front faceplate/viewing window from the
CardFrame.
Front/Rear Panel Components
FIG. 2 shows the front and rear panel components of the NXF CardFrame:
Control Card connectors (20-pin male) 1-12
Front
Align the edge of the Control Card with a slot in the CardFrame. Slide the
card into the CardFrame and press until you feel the Card seat in the back-
plane connector.
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4.
Put the magnetic faceplate back on the CardFrame. Secure with mounting
screws (if necessary).
Master/Hub Card slot
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Compatible NXC Control Cards:
The NXF CardFrame accepts the following NetLinx Control Cards:
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NXF
12VDC
CARDFRAME
NUMBER
CARDFRAME
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NetLinx Control Cards
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CARDFRAME
PWR
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Master/Hub
Card slot
NXC-COM2
NXC-I/O10
NXC-IRS4
NXC-REL10
NXC-VAI4
NXC-VOL4
Dual COM Port Control Card (FG2022)
Input/Output Control Card (FG2021)
4-Port IR/S Control Card (FG2023)
Relay Control Card (FG2020)
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2
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Control Card slots (1-12)
PWR (power) connector (2-pin male)
CardFrame Number (device ID) DIP switch
Rear
Analog Voltage Control Card (FG2025)
Volume Control Card (FG2024)
FIG. 2 NXF CardFrame - Front/Rear Panel Components
Specifications
+12 VDC PWR Connector:
Dimensions
(HWD):
3.5" x 17.0" x 9.6" (8.90 cm x 43.20 cm x 22.50 cm)
On the rear panel. the 2-pin green (male) connector is for connecting a 12 VDC
power supply. The CardFrame can be powered either via the Master Card
(default), or by an external power supply connected to the CardFrame's PWR
connector. If a power supply is connected to the PWR connector, the CardFrame
power automatically switches to the connected power supply. In that case, the
Master/Hub Card and CardFrame are independently powered.
Weight:
9.1 lbs. (4.1 kg)
+12 VDC
Power
Requirement:
Master/Hub Card Slot
The Master/Hub Card slot houses a NetLinx Master or Hub Card. The card
mounts in a horizontal position, through the master card slot on the rear panel of
the NXF enclosure. To install a Master or Hub Card in an NXF:
CardFrame Number DIP Switch:
The 8-position CardFrame Number DIP switch, located on the rear of the
CardFrame (FIG. 3), sets the starting address (the device number in the D:P:S
specification) for the Control Cards you install into the CardFrame. The address
range is 12-3060.
1.
Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a grounded
object.
NXF
CardFrame
Number
2.
3.
Disconnect the power, and unplug all connectors from the NXF.
Remove the two screws that hold the front plate on the Master Card, and
remove the front plate.
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NXF
12VDC
CARDFRAME
CARDFRAME NUMBER
ON
CARDFRAME
PWR
DIP switch
4.
Align the edges of the card with the guide slots inside the Master Card slot
on the NXF.
ETHERNET
10/100
NXC-ME260
Master-Ethernet
SPEED
FD
IN
5.
6.
Slide the card about halfway into the slot.
12VDC
OUT
Inside the Master Card slot on NXF, locate the 4-pin control cable
connector.
PWR
PROGRAM
ICSNet
ICSHub
AXlink
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8.
9.
Plug the connector from the NXF into the 4-pin terminal on the Master
Card. This connector is keyed to ensure correct orientation.
Once the control cable is connected, gently slide the card all the way in
until you can screw the card in place.
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FIG. 3 CardFrame Number DIP switch (8-position)
Re-apply power and other connections as necessary.
