NodeBuilder® FX Development Tool
The NodeBuilder® FX Development Tool is a complete development environment for creating networked devices based on the Echelon Series 5000 and Series 3100 Neuron® microprocessors and smart transceivers. It includes the Neuron C Compiler, Assembler, Linker, Code Wizard, Code Editor, Debugger, and Project Manager.
- Two editions supply complete hardware and software development systems for FT or power line applications; software-only
and classroom-use editions are also available
- Complete toolset for the Neuron C programming language that makes it easy to develop applications to communicate on a control network and interface with I/O hardware. The toolset includes:
- Neuron C compiler and integrated development environment
- Built-in code wizard
- Integrated programmer's editor and source-level debugger
- Includes the market-leading LonMaker® Integration Tool to easily install and test devices in functional networks
- Provides integrated support for developing devices that communicate with the ISO/IEC 14908‑1 Control Network Protocol
- Supports applications with up to 254 network variables for robust LonWorks® open standard control networking applications for new or existing products
NodeBuilder Resource Editor (PDF)
The NodeBuilder Resource Editor is a utility that lets you view standard resource definitions and view, create, and modify custom resource definitions. Resources include network variables types, configuration property types, enumeration types, string definitions, and functional profiles.
LNS® Device Plug-in Framework Developer’s Kit
The LNS® Device Plug-in Framework Developer’s Kit makes it easy to develop LNS plug-ins that make your devices easier to install and configure with LNS tools.
LonMaker® Integration Tool
The LonMaker® tool enables you to design and commission control networks through a combination of the industry-standard LNS network operating system and a user-friendly Microsoft® Visio® interface.
LonScanner™ FX Protocol Analyzer
The LonScanner™ FX Protocol Analyzer is a software tool that enables you to observe and analyze the behavior of a LonWorks channel.
For complete specifications and ordering information, see the NodeBuilder FX datasheet (PDF).
Operating system: Microsoft Windows® 7 (32-bit), Windows Vista® (32-bit), or Windows XP
Minimum hardware:
- Intel Pentium® III 600MHz processor
- 2GB RAM for Windows 7 or Windows Vista; 512MB RAM for Windows XP
- CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
- 1,024 x 768 or higher-resolution display with at least 256 colors
- Mouse or other Windows compatible pointing device
- 300 to 550 MB free hard-disk space
NodeBuilder FX datasheet (PDF)
Introduction to the Technology
Introduction to the LonWorks Platform (PDF)
Boards, Transceivers, and ICs
FT 5000 EVB (evaluation board) Examples Guide (PDF)
FT 5000 EVB (evaluation board) Hardware Guide (PDF)
Gizmo 4 (I/O hardware for prototyping) User’s Guide (PDF)
I/O Model Reference for Smart Transceivers and Neuron Chips (PDF)
LTM-10A Module User’s Guide (PDF)
Series 5000 Chip Data Book (PDF)
Development
ISI Programmer’s Guide (PDF)
ISI Protocol Specification (PDF)
LNS Plug-in Programmer’s Guide (PDF)
LonMaker User’s Guide (PDF)
Neuron Assembly Language Reference (PDF)
Neuron C Programmer’s Guide (PDF)
Neuron C Reference Guide (PDF)
Neuron Tools Errors Guide (PDF)
NodeBuilder FX User’s Guide (PDF)
Mini FX Evaluation Kit
The Mini FX Evaluation Kit is ideal for creating smaller applications and evaluating the LonWorks platform. Since the Mini FX and the NodeBuilder FX tool share the same programming language, Mini FX users can easily move up to the NodeBuilder FX tool, preserving any code they've developed.
ShortStack® FX Development Kit
The ShortStack® FX Development Kit lets you program any microcontroller to use an Echelon Series 5000 or Series 3100 smart transceiver or Neuron microprocessor as a LonWorks network interface to run control networking operations.
Register for free online eTraining, including these courses and others:
- Introduction to the LonWorks Platform
- Device Developers Introduction to LonWorks
- LonWorks Device Development
- Introduction to Neuron C Programming
- Series 5000 Processor Development
- Smart Transceivers and Neuron Processors
- ISI Interoperable Self-installation Protocol
- Interfacing LonWorks Devices to TCP/IP Networks
Learn about our training center courses, including these and others:
- Introduction to the LonWorks Platform
- LonWorks Network Design
- Using the LonMaker Integration Tool
- LonWorks Device Development
Series 5000 Tools Update Patch 1
If you are using the Echelon series 5000 chips in production devices, and plan to use the device NME file for programming external EEPROM chips, you should apply this update to your development tools.
Series 5000 Tools Update Patch 2
If you are using the Echelon series 5000 chips in production devices, and use the SCI I/O model on those devices, you should apply this update to your development tools, and then follow the usage instructions to ensure a reliable SCI I/O data stream.
Additional Service Packs and Updates for Prior Releases
See the complete listing of development tools downloads.