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USB Communication converter 

COM-K 

Instruction Manual

 

IMR01Z01-E3

 

 

Thank you for purchasing this RKC product. In order to achieve 
maximum performance and ensure proper operation of your new 
instrument, carefully read all the instructions in this manual. Please 
place this manual in a convenient location for easy reference. 

 
 

 

 

This is a Class A instrument. In a domestic environment, this 
instrument may cause radio interference, in which case the user 
may be required to take adequate measures. 

 

All precautions described in this manual should be taken to avoid 
damage to the instrument or equipment. 

 

NOTICE

 

 

This manual assumes that the reader has a fundamental 
knowledge of the principles of electricity, process control, 
computer technology and communications. 

 

The figures, diagrams and numeric values used in this manual 
are only for purpose of illustration.   

 

RKC is not responsible for any damage or injury that is caused 
as a result of using this instrument, instrument failure or indirect 
damage. 

 

RKC is not responsible for any damage and/or injury resulting 
from the use of instruments made by imitating this instrument. 

 

Periodic maintenance is required for safe and proper operation of 
this instrument. Some components have a limited service life, or 
characteristics that change over time. 

 

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of all information 
contained herein. RKC makes no warranty expressed or implied, 
with respect to the accuracy of the information. The information 
in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. 

 

No portion of this document may be reprinted, modified, copied, 
transmitted, digitized, stored, processed or retrieved through any 
mechanical, electronic, optical or other means without prior 
written approval from RKC. 

 
 

1. PRODUCT CHECK 

Before using this product, check each of the following: 

• 

Model code 

• 

Check that all of the accessories delivered are complete. 

• 

Check that there are no scratch or breakage in external 
appearance (case, front panel, terminal, etc). 

COM

–K– 

 

(1) 

(1) Loader communication cable (Option) 

N: None 
1:  With loader communication cable (1.5 m) 

 
 
 
 
 

 

If any of the products are missing, damaged, or if your 
manual is incomplete, please contact RKC sales office or the 
agent. 

 

2. PARTS DESCRIPTION 

 

USB connector 

RS-485/RS-422A communication 

connector 

Display lamp 

Loader communication

connector

 

• 

Display lamp 

Loader power

Communication state 

Lamp state 

Standby/during data receive  A orange lamp turns on

Supply the power

During data send 

A orange lamp is flashing

Standby/during data receive 

A green lamp turns on

Power not 

supplied 

During data send 

A green lamp is flashing

 

3. MOUNTING 

 

Mounting Cautions 

(1) Use this instrument within the following ambient temperature and 

ambient humidity. 

• 

Allowable ambient temperature: 

10 to 

+

50 

°

• 

Allowable ambient humidity:   

5 to 95 % RH   

(Absolute humidity: MAX. W. C 29 g/m

3

 dry air at 101.3 kPa) 

(2) Avoid the following when selecting the mounting location: 

• 

Rapid changes in ambient temperature, which may cause 
condensation. 

• 

Corrosive or inflammable gases. 

• 

Direct vibration or shock to the mainframe. 

• 

Water, oil, chemicals, vapor or steam splashes. 

• 

Excessive induction noise, static electricity, magnetic fields or noise. 

• 

Direct air flow from an air conditioner. 

• 

Exposure to direct sunlight. 

• 

Excessive heat accumulation. 

(3) 

Mounting consideration   

• 

Install the module 200 mm away from the main power line. 

• 

Ensure at least 50 mm space on top and bottom of the control 
unit for maintenance and environmental reasons. 

 

 

Dimensions 

70

 

3.5

60

 

28

φ

3.5

(Unit: mm)

48

 

39

 

(13.4)

 

 

 

DIN rail Mounting 

1. 

Pull down the mounting bracket at the bottom of the module (A). 
Attach the hooks on the top of the module to the DIN rail and 
push the lower section into place on the DIN rail (B). 

2. 

Slide the mounting bracket up to secure the module to the DIN 
rail. 

 

(C) Locked 

(B) Push 

Mounting 

bracket

 

DIN rail

(A) Pull down 

 

 

 

Panel Mounting 

Mount COM-K directly on the panel with screws which are inserted in 
the mounting holes of the top and bottom mounting brackets. 

Recommended tightening torque: 0.3 N

m (3 kgf

cm)

 

 

The customer needs to provide the M3 size screws. Select 
the screw length that matches the mounting panel. 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Mounting 

dimensions

Accessories

 

USB cable ....................................................................... 1 
3.5 inches floppy disk (USB device driver) ..................... 1 
Instruction Manual (IMR01Z01-E3)................................. 1

 

 

60 

2-M3

39 

CAUTION

 

(Unit: mm)

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