{"product_id":"allen-bradley-2711-t9a8-operator-terminal","title":"Allen-Bradley 2711-T9A8 Operator Terminal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 2711-T9A8\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e2711T9A8\u003c\/strong\u003e operator interface, operates as a dedicated hardware component for touch-screen process visualization, operator data entry, and industrial control network communication within PanelView Standard platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2711\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base product family identifier designating Allen-Bradley PanelView Standard operator terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e: Operator input interface type featuring an analog resistive touch screen display configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9\u003c\/strong\u003e: Display size classification corresponding to a 9-inch viewing area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e: Monochrome display technology supporting high-contrast grayscale graphical visualization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\u003c\/strong\u003e: Communication protocol architecture incorporating Data Highway Plus (DH+) and RS-232 serial interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2711-T9A8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States \/ Designated Manufacturing Facility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.81 lbs (3.09 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard PanelView 900 enclosure cut-out profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to +55 deg C (Standard industrial enclosure rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100-240 VAC nominal (50\/60 Hz input rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-inch Monochrome Display (640 x 480 pixels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Highway Plus (DH+) and RS-232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAllen-Bradley Industrial Control and Drive Communication Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2711-T9A8 terminal is engineered to interface directly with industrial control networks using built-in Data Highway Plus (DH+) and RS-232 communication ports. Designed to handle deterministic token-passing communication across industrial data highways, the internal communication processor maintains backplane bus communication velocity and real-time data frame synchronization with host programmable logic controllers. The physical layer design includes channel-to-channel electrical isolation and surge voltage suppression across serial and network lines, ensuring deterministic data transfer in environments subjected to severe electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the 2711-T9A8 terminal support direct connection to 24 VDC power sources?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The 2711-T9A8 model requires a nominal AC line voltage input ranging from 100 to 240 VAC at 50\/60 Hz. Connecting 24 VDC directly to this terminal will result in power supply failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the primary cable termination requirements for the Data Highway Plus (DH+) network port on this terminal?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The DH+ network trunk line must be terminated at both physical ends using 150-ohm, 0.5-watt resistor networks across the blue and clear signal conductors to eliminate signal reflections and maintain protocol integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect and lock out all AC line power sources and network communication links prior to mounting or servicing the terminal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the panel enclosure opening strictly according to the PanelView 900 cutout dimensions and clean all metal shavings and rough edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the sealing gasket is correctly seated along the rear bezel rim to guarantee NEMA 4X or IP enclosure sealing integrity upon mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the unit into the panel cutout and secure it using the peripheral mounting clamps, applying uniform torque sequentially across all screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate line, neutral, and safety ground wiring to the AC terminal block, ensuring the protective earth lead is connected directly to the panel earth grounding point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66869022130291,"sku":"2711-T9A8","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/2711-B5A8L2_1b1a3cde-9c00-47c4-8cc6-07bfdba74fd1.png?v=1792054884","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/allen-bradley-2711-t9a8-operator-terminal","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}