ELAUSYS / NX-KNX
GE NetworX KNX Gateway (Caddx)
The NX-KNX connects compatible GE Interlogix NetworX (Caddx) alarm panels to KNX through the NX-584E RS232 module. Monitor up to 96 zones, view the status of four areas, and send arm, partial-arm, and disarm commands from your KNX installation.
The product
Designed for your installation.
Connect your GE Interlogix NetworX (Caddx) alarm system to KNX
The Elausys NX-KNX makes supported alarm-system information available as KNX group objects. View alarm states alongside other building information and use them in configured automation.
The gateway communicates locally with the alarm panel. An internet connection or cloud service is not required for monitoring or commands.
Monitor zones and alarm-system states
Monitor up to 96 zones and four areas, with nine status objects per area. Available area states include armed, partially armed, disarmed, entry and exit delays, and alarm indications. Panel AC-failure status is also available.
Available information depends on the panel configuration and the supported interface.
Use alarm information in building automation
Display alarm information in HyperVisu or another KNX visualisation. For example, use a confirmed armed state to recall an away scene for lighting and heating. Scene responses are configured in the receiving KNX devices.
Send arm, partial-arm, and disarm commands for up to four areas from KNX. Commands use the alarm user code configured in ETS. PG outputs and virtual inputs are not supported by this interface.
The alarm panel continues to manage its own security functions. The gateway adds integration with the building automation system.
Compatibility and installation
Supported systems: GE Interlogix NetworX / Caddx panels with an NX-584E RS232 module.
Connect the gateway to the panel’s NX-584E module and enable the required zone and area status messages on the panel.
Installation requires a KNX bus connection and the supported alarm-panel interface, plus an external 12 VDC power supply. Configure KNX parameters and group addresses in ETS5 or ETS6.
For larger installations, up to 192 zones and 8 areas using 2 gateways with the appropriate offsets can be configured where supported by the panel.
Check the documentation for the required panel settings, supported functions, and installation details.
Specifications
- Reference
- NX-KNX
- Manufacturer
- ELAUSYS
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product reference | NX-KNX |
| Supported alarm systems | GE Interlogix NetworX / Caddx panels with an NX-584E RS232 module |
| Required panel interface | NX-584E RS232 module |
| Alarm connection | RS232, DB9 via NX-584E; cable and gender changer included |
| Building automation interface | KNX |
| Communication direction | Bidirectional monitoring and supported commands |
| Zone monitoring | Up to 96 zone statuses |
| Areas / sections / groups | 4 areas |
| Status information | 9 status objects per area |
| Control commands | Arm, partial arm, and disarm |
| Outputs and virtual inputs | PG outputs and virtual inputs are not supported |
| Scene integration | KNX scene recall on configured area-status changes |
| Expansion | Up to 192 zones and 8 areas using 2 gateways with the appropriate offsets |
| Alarm and fault monitoring | Panel AC-failure status |
| Internet dependency | No internet or cloud service required for gateway communication |
| External power supply | 12 VDC external; gateway consumption <6 mA |
| KNX bus current | <4 mA at 29 VDC |
| Housing / dimensions | 66 × 44 × 25 mm |
| Mounting | Inside the alarm panel, 4 screw holes |
| Operating temperature | +5 to +45 °C |
| Configuration | ETS5 / ETS6 |
Key features
- Connect compatible GE Interlogix NetworX (Caddx) alarm systems to KNX
- Monitor up to 96 zone statuses
- Monitor 4 areas with 9 statuses per area
- Send arm, partial-arm, and disarm commands from KNX
- Monitor panel mains-failure status
- Recall KNX scenes from configured alarm-system status changes
- Configure in ETS5 or ETS6
Documents & support
Find the available manuals and technical resources in product support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which GE Interlogix NetworX (Caddx) alarm systems are compatible?
GE Interlogix NetworX / Caddx panels with an NX-584E RS232 module. Check the documentation for the exact panel and interface configuration.
Can I arm or disarm the system from KNX?
Send arm, partial-arm, and disarm commands for up to four areas from KNX. Commands use the alarm user code configured in ETS. PG outputs and virtual inputs are not supported by this interface.
Which gateway should I use for a NetworX panel?
Use NX-KNX for supported NetworX / Caddx panels with an NX-584E serial module. For supported UltraSync panels such as NetworXConnect, xGen, or ZeroWire, use NXG-KNX.
Does it need an internet connection?
No. The gateway communicates locally through RS232, DB9 via NX-584E. Monitoring and supported commands do not require a cloud service.
Can I monitor more than 96 zones?
Up to 192 zones and 8 areas using 2 gateways with the appropriate offsets. Configure the offsets and panel interface according to the documentation.
What do I need to install it?
NX-584E RS232 module. You also need a KNX installation, an external 12 VDC supply, and ETS5 or ETS6 for KNX configuration.