KEYENCE LK-H1W - Manual (Page 14)

2-2 LK-H1W-M-NO2-E
2 Preparations
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Connecting the Controller to a PC
The method to connect the controller to a PC is described below. Either the USB or RS-
232C interface can be used. Select an appropriate method in accordance with the PC.
The USB and RS-232C interfaces cannot be used at the same time even though they are
both connected.
Connection using USB
The method to connect the controller to a PC via a USB cable is described as follows.
The USB connector of the controller is Type-B connector. Connect the USB cable that has
the Type-B connector at one end.
1
Connect the Type-B connector of the USB cable to the controller.
2
Connect the other end to the USB connector of the PC.
If the PC is already running, it will recognize the controller automatically.
Do not remove the USB cable while the controller is runnning. Otherwise, the controller
may not function correctly. If the communication is disabled by accidental disconnection
of the USB cable, restart both of the "LK-Navigator" and the controller.
The location and direction of the USB connector may differ depending on PC. When
connecting a USB cable, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the PC.
When connecting the controller to the PC with the USB interface for the first time, install
the driver software. Refer to "Installing the USB Driver" (page 2-10).
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