Operator Terminals | Allen-Bradley 2711P-B6C8A

The 2711P-B6C8A is an AC-powered Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 600 operator terminal designed for industrial human-machine interface applications. It combines a 5.5-inch color TFT LCD screen with dual operator input options, featuring both an analog resistive touchscreen and a physical keypad with navigation and function keys. This terminal facilitates real-time process monitoring and control by communicating directly with industrial automation controllers.

Display and Operator Interface

The terminal features a color active-matrix TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, providing clear visual feedback and color-coded graphics. Operator input is handled via an analog resistive touchscreen alongside a tactile keypad equipped with F1 through F10 function keys, numeric entry, and navigation controls rated for one million presses.

Communication and Memory Specifications

Built-in communication ports include Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and Data Highway Plus (DH+), enabling versatile connectivity with various automation controllers and gateways. For application storage, the unit includes 5 MB of Flash memory for Series A units and 10 MB for Series B and later models, supplemented by an internal battery-backed RAM and support for optional external CompactFlash cards up to 512 MB.

Power and Operational Environment

The unit operates on a wide AC input voltage range of 85 to 264 V AC at a frequency of 47 to 63 Hz. Weighing 2.81 lbs (1.28 kg), it is engineered for panel mounting in industrial automation control environments to allow operators to monitor processes from a central location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What communication protocols are supported out of the box? A: The terminal comes with integrated Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and Data Highway Plus (DH+) communication ports for connecting to automation controllers.

Q: How does memory capacity differ between hardware revisions? A: Series A units feature 5 MB of internal Flash memory, while Series B and later versions provide 10 MB of Flash memory.

Q: What is the power supply requirement for this operator terminal? A: It requires an AC input voltage range of 85 to 264 V AC with a frequency of 47 to 63 Hz.