
Manual for SM-USB (Level-Converter-Module)
1. SM-USB (with all accessories)
2. Optional available accessories
PICO IMP-BUS adapter; Art.No.: 300094
PICO RS485 adapter; Art.No.: 300093

Detailed wiring for SONO–Probes connection via RS485
Detailed wiring for SONO–Probes connection via RS485

Wiring with end splices via RS485
Wiring with end splices via IMP-Bus
Wiring with 4-pin connector via IMP-Bus (adapter required) and 7-pin connector via RS485
Wiring with external power supply (with wall power supply)

5. How to start-up with SM-USB-Module?
• Install USB-Driver (from USB-Stick) for Windows XP or older, latest Windows will
automatically install the driver, during first connection
• Connect the SM-USB to the PC and the installation will be accomplished automatically
• Install IMKO-Software (SONO-Config or TRIME-Tool) from USB-Stick or
www.imko.de/software
• Check the settings of the COM-Port in the device manager and setup the specific COM-
Port in the software (COM1-COM15 possible) or activate “Automatically search the port”
in the settings of the software
• Connect your sensor to the SM-USB either via RS485 or via IMP-Bus
• Run software and Scan bus
• The sensor has to be shown in the module list
Please note, all wiring for power supply is our suggestion for initial testing, in the practical
application commonly the sensor is supplied with power out of the PLC, in this case the
connection can be established by just connecting the two communication wires!
6. Technical Data:
Power consumption
(IDLE):
Approx. 50mA @ 5D/DC
Current max. (protected):
External power (to
sensor):
Wall power supply 12V/DC, 2A
USB-Stick with driver and software
Power supply out of USB not suitable for SONO-Sensors, thus only
operate with wall power supply or supply the sensor with an external
power source!
7. Contact Information
Should you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact your local distributor or address
directly to IMKO:
IMKO Micromodultechnik GmbH
Am Reutgraben 2
D-76275 Ettlingen
Germany
Phone: +49-7243-5921-0
Fax: +49-7243-90856
E-mail: info@imko.de
Internet: http://www.imko.de