Labkotec Labcom 220 Communication Unit
Please take note
This Quick Guide describes an application example for the communication unit Labcom 220 and the warning device GA-1. It is not substituting the instruction manuals for Labcom 220 and GA-1. Safety instructions, intended use, and detailed information of the two devices are described in each of the corresponding instruction manuals.
Requirements
The cable connection between the two devices matches the application example. Follow the instructions provided in the mobile phone’s manual to do this.
The application example shows the scheme of the GA-1 warning device, where the relay switches upon grease alarm, sensor cable breakage, or sensor defect. The relay of the warning device switches back as soon as the sensor is no longer in the alarm state.
Inserting the SIM Card
SMS Parameter Steps and Examples
The SMS command must use uppercase and must Labkotec Labcom 220 Communication Unit end with a blank space. Mobile phone numbers must always use the plus sign followed by the country code. If no confirmation or notification arrives, check the credit balance of the SIM card or the contract term of your mobile service provider.
One or Multiple User Mobile Phone Numbers
Device or System Name
Current Date and Time
Digital Input
Cyclic Status Notification
Application Example
EU Declaration of Conformity
Product
- Control unit and conductivity-based sensor Lokaset 20 control unit SET/LV or SET/L sensor
Manufacturer
- Labkotec Oy Myllyhaantie 6 FI-33960 Pirkkala Finland
Directives
- The product is in accordance with the following EU Directives: 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD), 2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
Standards
- EMC: EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021, EN IEC 61000-6-2:2019, EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019; LVD: EN 61010-1:2010/A1:2019/AC:2019-04; RoHS: EN IEC 63000:2018.
Signature
- Signed for and on behalf of Labkotec Oy. Pirkkala 31.8.2021 Janne Uusinoka, CEO Labkotec Oy
Customer Service
- E-mail: labkonet@labkotec.fi
- Tel: +358 29 006 6066.
- Address: Myllyhaantie 6, FI-33960 Pirkkala, Finland
© 2025 Labkotec.fi.
FAQs
What is the Labcom 220 Communication Unit used for?
The Labcom 220 is an alarm transmission and remote communication device that connects Labkotec monitoring devices (such as level sensors and oil alarms) to external systems via Modbus RTU, relay outputs, or SMS. It enables alarm management, status reporting, and remote monitoring.
What kind of power supply does the Labcom 220 require?
Depending on your model, the device runs on 12–24 VDC. In important applications, make sure the power source is steady and consider using a UPS or battery backup.
Can I integrate Labcom 220 into a SCADA system?
Indeed. For register mapping and configuration, speak with your system integrator.
Is remote configuration or firmware update possible?
Certain versions allow for remote configuration over a network connection or cellular data. Always verify the capabilities of your model.
Does Labcom 220 support data logging or event history?
Labcom 220 basic models lack internal data logging.