HID Global RK40, RWK400, RPK40 Installation Guide

This manual provides installation instructions for the iCLASS® RK40, RWK400, RPK40 readers, including reader configuration, installation, and connection.


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Brand
iCLASS
Category
Other device
Document type
Installation Guide
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
3.1 MB
Published
08 January, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
B83BF02DB98999D3CC827A064D8518FE

About this manual

This document provides everything needed to install the iCLASS RK40, RWK400 and RPK40 contactless smart card readers. It includes a parts list, technical specifications, wiring terminal descriptions, and step‑by‑step installation instructions.

Key information includes supported communication interfaces (Wiegand, Clock‑and‑Data, RS232, RS485, USB, UART), power requirements, recommended cable lengths, expansion‑module options, and safety precautions such as not removing expansion modules after installation.

What's inside

  • Parts List
  • Specifications
  • Installation Steps
  • Pigtail Terminal Description
  • Flexible Borne Description
  • Power & Testing
  • Expansion Module Installation
  • Optional Features

Specifications

Input Voltage5‑16 VDC
Operating Temperature-30 °F to 150 °F (‑35 °C to 65 °C)
Wiegand Cable Length (22 AWG)500 ft (152.4 m)
RS232 Cable Length50 ft (15.24 m)
RS485 Cable Length4000 ft (1,219.2 m)
USB Cable Length16 ft (4.9 m)
Maximum Wire Splices (Pigtail)9

Frequently asked questions

What power supply voltage is required for the readers?

The readers operate from a linear DC power supply ranging from 5 VDC to 16 VDC.

Can expansion modules be removed after they are installed?

No. Once the expansion modules are installed they must not be removed.

Which communication interfaces are supported by the RK40, RWK400 and RPK40 readers?

In addition to Wiegand or Clock‑and‑Data, the readers support RS232, RS485, USB, and UART communications.

How many wire splices are recommended for the pigtail cable?

Up to nine wire splices (pigtail) are recommended.

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