Phanteks Nexlinq Controller Installation Guide

Phanteks NexLinq Controller

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NexLinq is Phanteks software for managing hub-connected controls and displays, including system monitoring, fan control, lighting effects, and Matrix/LCD screen widget layouts.

Especificacions clau

• Fan Safety Mode (Safety Switch): Limits PWM between 20%–100%; reaches full speed from 80 °C to protect thermals.
• Screen/Unit Temperature Display: Temperature toggle between Celsius i Fahrenheit.
• Matrix Display Power Requirement: SATA always required to power the Matrix display; USB only required for communication.
• Matrix Editor Undo Depth: Fins a 50 passos emmagatzemat.
• Matrix Gradient Limits: Suporta fins a 5 multi-color steps; gradient tool supports up to 5 individual anchor colors.
• Custom Colors (Matrix): Saves up to 20 favorite tones to a persistent quick-access palette.
• LCD Screen Content: Widgets are selected via Layout Library i Widget Library and configured per-device before syncing.

Quick Setup & Use

1. Download NexLinq: Go to www.phanteks.com/NexLinq, open the support section (or top menu), and click Descarregar programari. Unzip the package to access the .exe.
2. Instal·lar: Executar el .exe, read the installer instructions, choose the installation path (default recommended), and complete installation. NexLinq may open automatically after completion.
3. Open the System Dashboard: Utilitzeu el tauler de control per view temperatures (CPU/GPU) and fan RPM, and to view connectat Hub Ports when a Hub is connected.
4. Adjust Fan Control (Hub): In FAN CONTROL, configure Configuració de sortida i ús Send to Hub to store profile settings (or send directly).
5. Configure a Fan Curve: Seleccioneu un Font d'entrada, choose a preset or use Personalitzat to fully customize, then use Send to Hub to save/sync.
6. Configure Lighting: Seleccioneu Font d'entrada, tria un Mode, select presets or input your own colors, then Send to Hub.
7. Set Matrix Layout/Widgets: Choose a layout, select widgets from the Widget Library, adjust widget settings, then Send to Hub (SATA required for Matrix power; USB required for communication).

THIS MANUAL IS FOR THE NEXLINQ SOFTWARE
Phanteks no es farà responsable dels danys produïts a causa d'una instal·lació o ús incorrectes d'aquest producte.

NEXLINQ INSTALLATION

Download NexLinq Software

1. Visita el nostre website www.phanteks.com/NexLinq
2. Scroll down to the support section or use the menu at the top.
3. Click the button ‘Download Software’.
4. Obriu el fitxer .zip file, which contains the .exe file

Run the NexLinq Installer

1. Obriu el fitxer .exe file.
2. Read the instructions carefully to prevent any issues during installation.
3. Select the installation path; it is recommended to use the default installation path.
4.  The installer will execute the installation of the NexLinq software. Depending on your choice, NexLinq software will open automatically after completion.

NEXLINQ OVERVIEW

Tauler de control del sistema
Control Tabs
Tab Settings
Update NexLinq Software
Profile Sync & Load Behavior

CONSELL PRO
If no signal is received, the NexLinq Hub follows this priority:

1. NexLinq Software
2. Mainboard PWM | RGB signal
3. Hub Default (50% PWM | Rainbow RGB)

Carrega Profile
Use the Load Profile menu to instantly load any of your previously saved profiles, restoring your settings for that mode or use case.

Blank Profile
If you haven’t saved and sent your latest settings, only your most recent (unsaved) configuration is auto-loaded. Unsaved changes will result in a blank profile when reopening the app.

Desa Profile | Send to Hub
The outline turns orange if changes are not yet synced with the Hub. After making changes, press Send to Hub to store your settings and sync them with the hardware. The outline turns orange if changes are not yet saved. After making changes, always Save to Profile to make sure your settings are accessible for later use. When the profile is sent to the hub or saved, the button turns green to confirm everything is correct.

SYSTEM DASHBOARD

• Celsius | Fahrenheit Toggle
• Live Temperature of CPU & GPU
• Displays CPU package temp or highest core if unavailable
• Displays GPU package temp; dropdown appears if multiple GPUs. Defaults to hotspot if unavailable
• CPU & GPU Name
• CPU- & GPU-Name | Nom du CPU

VELOCITATS DEL FAN

• Mainboard Fan RPM

PORTS HUB

• Hub Ports are shown when a Nexlinq Hub is connected
• Hub Port Name
• Hub Ports connected fans shown in RPM
• Hub Ports load is shown as a percentage and a visual bar indicator.

DEVICE | SOFTWARE VERSION

• NexLinq App Version
• Check for NexLinq Updates

CONTROL DEL VENTILADOR

• NexLinq Hub Output
• Configuració
• Interruptor de seguretat
• Safety Mode limits PWM between 20%–100%, reaching full speed from 80 °C to protect thermals.
• Send to Hub

FAN CURVE SETUP

• Font d'entrada
  
  • Seleccioneu la vostra font d'entrada.
• Presets
  
  • Selecciona una configuració predefinida
• Personalitzat
  
  • Customize the curve fully when selecting the ‘Custom’ button.
• Send to Hub
  
  • Desa a un professionalfile or send it directly to the hub

CONTROL DE LA IL·LUMINACIÓ

• NexLinq Hub Output Settings
• Send to Hub

LIGHTING CONTROL SETUP

• Font d'entrada
  
  • Select your input source
• Mode
  
  • Select an RGB effect mode
• Color
  
  • Based on the display selection, a set of presets can be selected. Additionally, the user can input their own colors to create a unique effect with the selected MODE.
• Send to Hub
  
  • Desa a un professionalfile or send it directly to the hub

CONTROL DE PANTALLA

• Devices Overview
• Opcions del dispositiu
• Control de brillantor LED
• Turn ON/OFF Display
• Send to Hub

MATRIX DISPLAY SETUP

Layout Library

• Select a layout from the library.
• La preview window shows the selected layout
• The brightness can be adjusted or turned OFF.

Widget Library

• Select a tile within the layout.
• Select a widget from the Widget Library
• Shows selected widget

Configuració del widget

• Select a widget to customize.
• Adjust the widget to your liking, within the provided settings.
• Preview la configuració del widget.

Send to Hub
Desa a un professionalfile or send it directly to the hub.AVÍS
SATA is always required to power the Matrix display. The USB connection is only required for communication.

MATRIX DISPLAY WIDGETS

TIME & DATE WIDGETS

Analog Clock & Text

• Shows an analog clock with the addtional option to add text next to it.
• The timezone can be set; additionally, the position can be set to the left or right side, and colors can be changed to match your system.

Rellotge digital

• A digital clock that shows only digits, with an alarm function. The time can be set to a 12- or 24-hour clock.
• The timezone can be set; additionally, the position can be set to the left, middle, or right side, and colors can be changed to match your system.

Abstract Clock

• Shows time in an abstract vision, in a 12-hour cycle.
• Top row displays the hours
• Middle row shows the minutes
• Bottom row shows the seconds.
• The timezone can be set; additionally, the colors can be changed to match your system

Data

• Display the month and date.
• The timezone can be set; additionally, the position can be set to the left, middle, or right side, and colors can be changed to match your system.

Calander

• The calendar widget shows in an abstract way the days per month and highlights the current day, with next to it the week number for a complete overview.
• The timezone can be set; additionally, the position can be set to the left, middle or right side, and colors can be changed to match your system.
• ‘Uneven / Even Months’ colors the month in a way that shows a clear difference between the months when moving from or to a new month.
• ‘Current Day’ color highlights the active day.
• Week Number’ sets the color of the week number or disables it completely by turning it OFF.

SYSTEM DATA WIDGETS

Temperatura

• Displays the temperature of the CPU, GPU, or Fan input depending on the selection. One temperature can be displayed per widget.
• The alarm can be enabled to let the widget change colors if a set temperature is reached to alarm the user.
• Colors can be changed to match your system.

Gradient de temperatura

• Displays the temperature of the CPU, GPU, or Fan input depending on the selection. The temperature is shown as a set gradient bar. One temperature can be displayed per widget.
• The alarm can be enabled to let the widget change colors if a set temperature is reached to alarm the user.
• The color of the type and outline can be changed to match your system. The gradient color cannot be adjusted.

Temperature Brightness

• Displays the temperature of the CPU, GPU, or Fan input depending on the selection. The temperature is shown as a gradient bar from 0% to 100% brightness. One temperature can be displayed per widget.
• The alarm can be enabled to let the widget change colors if a set temperature is reached to alarm the user.
• Colors can be changed to match your system.

Multiple Temperatures

• Displays the temperature of the CPU, GPU, or Fan input depending on the selection. The temperature is shown as a gradient bar from 0% to 100% brightness. Up to three temperatures can be displayed in a single widget.
• Colors can be changed per bar to match your system.

Fan RPM Wind

• Displays the temperature of the fan input in a wind animation. The input can be changed based on the connected fan port. A single fan input can be set per widget, with a manual input for the maximum RPM to match the best display output with you system.
• The color of the wind swirls and background can be changed to match your system.

Temperature Diagram

• Displays the temperature of the CPU or GPU input depending on the selection as a graph over time. One temperature can be displayed per widget.
• Colors can be changed to match your system.

MEDIA WIDGETS

Crab Animation

• Showcase a fun short animation of a single or multiple crabs walking from the left to right. A different animation speed can be set per widget.
• The color of the crabs and eyes can be changed to match your system.

Cat Animation

• Showcase a fun short animation of a single or multiple cats walking from the left to right. A different animation speed can be set per widget.
• The color of the crabs and eyes can be changed to match your system.

D-RGB Bar

• Showcase a single bar which can be set to a single D-RGB effect of the Phanteks library: Solid color, Rainbow gradients, Breathing, Wave, Two Tone and Fade.
• Depending on the choosen effect, the color can be set to match your system.

Falling Star Animation

• Showcase a starry night sky animation where the stars fade in and out randomly. Maybe you’ll see a fallen star!
• The color of the stars can be changed to match your system. Additionally, the fading frequency can be adjusted.

CREATOR WIDGETS

Text

• Show a custom message, add symbols to enrich your message even more.
• Let the message scroll from right to left. When scrolling is disabled, the position can be set to the left, middle or right side and colors can be changed to match your system.

Editor

• Make a custom image to be displayed on the Matrix display. Use your creativity to create anything you want.
• There are different tools and an option to add custom colors

MATRIX EDITOR

• Load | Save Designs
• Editor de matrius
• Extend Window
• Editor Tools
• Configuració de color

Save & Load Designs

Use the Save & Load Designs panel to store, manage, and share Matrix designs.

• DESA | Stores the currently active design in local storage for later use.
• CÀRREGA | Loads a previously saved design into the editor for further editing or direct deployment to the Matrix display. Loading a design will replace the current editor state. Unsaved changes will be lost.
• EXPORTACIÓ | Exports the selected design as a .mcd file, allowing it to be shared or archived externally.
• IMPORTACIÓ | Imports a .mcd design file from an external source and adds it to your design library.
• ELIMINAR | Permanently removes the selected design from local storage

Shape Tools

Use the Shape Tools to draw and modify elements within the Matrix editor. These tools provide basic building blocks for creating static designs and animations efficiently.

PIXEL | Draws a single pixel at the selected position.
• LÍNIA | Draws a straight line between two points (Point A to Point B).
• RECTANGLE | Draws a rectangular shape by defining a start point (top-left) and an end point (bottom-right).
• CERCLE | Draws a circular shape by defining a bounding area from the top-left to the bottom-right.
• ESBORRADOR | Removes individual pixels from the Matrix.
Consell: The right mouse button can also be used to erase pixels while drawing.
• GRADIENT | Applies a custom gradient using up to five selectable colors, distributed across the selected area.

Eina de degradat

• Use the Gradient Tool to create and apply custom color gradients within the Matrix editor. Use the Brightness control to adjust the light output of the selected shape. Use these controls to undo actions, restore changes, or clear the current design. Undo and redo actions apply to all drawing and editing operations.
• Create a custom gradient using up to five colors. Both preset colors and custom colors are supported.
• To add a color, select the desired color and click the + icon to insert it into the gradient.
• To remove a color, click the corresponding color swatch again.
• Gradients are rendered between the start and end points defined by the user.
• The order of color swatches determines the gradient transition sequence.

Consell: For best results, define the gradient direction carefully when drawing, as it determines the final color transition.

Recover or Clear Design

• Use these controls to undo actions, restore changes, or clear the current design. Undo and redo actions apply to all drawing and editing operations.
• UNDO Reverts the recent action. Up to 50 previous Steps can be undone.
• REDO Restores the most recently undone action.
• CLEAR Clears the entire canvas, allowing you to start a new design without manually removing individual pixels.

Brillantor

• Use the Brightness control to adjust the light output of the selected shape.
• Set the brightness level using the numeric value or the arrow controls. Each Step the brightness by 10 units for a clearly visible difference.
• Some tools fade control. When available, you can define both a start brightness and an end brightness to create a gradual transition. Fade settings are only available for tools that do directional drawing.

Barra de colors

• Use the Gradient Tool to create and apply custom color gradients within the Matrix editor. Use the slider to select a color along the spectrum.
• Colors are defined using RGB values (Red, Green, Blue). By default, one color channel may be set to 255 to achieve maximum LED brightness.
• To manually adjust a color value, double-click an individual R, G, or B field and enter the desired value.
• Final brightness output is influenced by both the selected RGB values and the global brightness setting.
• RGB values range from 0 to 255 per channel. Lower RGB values result in reduced LED brightness for that color channel.

Colors personalitzats

• Use Custom Colors to store and reuse frequently used colors within the Matrix editor. To add a custom color, select the desired color using the Color Bar, then click the + icon to save it to the custom color palette.
• A maximum of 20 custom colors can be stored.
• To edit a custom color, first select the color you want to modify. Click the pencil icon, adjust the color using the color bar, and confirm the updated color.
• Custom colors do not need to remain in the palette to be used in a design. Once applied, the color is preserved in the design. Removing a custom color does not affect existing designs.

Pantalla LCD

• Devices Overview
• Opcions del dispositiu
• LCD Background
• Orientació de la pantalla
• Send to Hub

LCD DISPLAY SETUP

Layout Library

• Select a layout from the library
• La preview window shows the selected layout

Widget Library

• Select a tile within the layout.
• Select a widget from the Widget Library
• Shows the selected widget.

Configuració del widget

• Select a widget to customize
• Adjust the widget to your liking, within the provided settings
• Preview the widget settings

Send to Hub

• Desa a un professionalfile or send it directly to the hub.

NEXLINQ SOFTWARE
www.phanteks.com/NexLinq