Allen-Bradley 2711PC-T6M20D8 PanelView Plus 6 Compact 600 Terminal

Allen-Bradley 2711PC-T6M20D8 PanelView Plus 6 Compact 600 Terminal

The Allen-Bradley 2711PC-T6M20D8, also cataloged as the 2711PC-T6M20D8 PanelView Plus 6 Compact terminal, provides operator visualization and touchscreen input through a 5.7 in. monochrome FSTN display, with Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and SD card interfaces for machine-level control environments.

Hardware Specifications

Industrial Ethernet and Firmware Compatibility

The terminal provides a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface for communication with Allen-Bradley controller environments including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix systems. The Ethernet interface should be connected through the plant network architecture appropriate to the controller application.

The 512 MB Flash device provides non-volatile storage for the terminal operating environment and installed application data. Firmware and application updates should be matched to the specific PanelView Plus 6 Compact hardware and FactoryTalk View Compact software revision before field deployment.

The available communication interfaces consist of Ethernet, RS-232, USB Host, and USB Device connections. These interfaces should be assigned according to the application communication architecture and should not be treated as interchangeable physical interfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Does the 2711PC-T6M20D8 support hot-swapping?
A: The supplied specifications do not identify a hot-swap function. Field wiring and interface connections should therefore be performed with the terminal de-energized unless the applicable installation documentation explicitly permits otherwise.

Q: What power input is required by the terminal?
A: The specified input range is 18-32 VDC, with 24 VDC nominal operation. Maximum power consumption is 15 W, corresponding to 0.63 A at 24 VDC.

Q: Which physical communication interfaces are provided?
A: The terminal provides one 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet port, one RS-232 serial port, one USB 2.0 High-Speed Host port, and one USB 2.0 Device port. An SD card slot is also provided for expansion storage.

Field Installation Guidelines

• Verify the DC supply polarity and confirm that the applied voltage remains within the specified 18-32 VDC input range.
• Install the terminal in a panel opening suitable for the specified PanelView Plus 6 Compact enclosure arrangement.
• Maintain adequate clearance around connectors and cable entry points to prevent mechanical stress on communication ports.
• Route Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and power wiring separately from high-current or high-noise conductors where practical.
• Use shielded communication cabling where required by the applicable plant wiring standard and terminate cable shields according to the site grounding scheme.
• Connect protective and functional grounding in accordance with the applicable Allen-Bradley installation requirements and local electrical codes.
• Do not connect or disconnect field wiring while energized unless the equipment documentation specifically permits energized servicing.
• Verify enclosure sealing after installation where the stated NEMA and IP ratings are required.
• Confirm ambient temperature and humidity remain within the specified operating limits before commissioning.
• Validate controller communication and application operation after power-up before placing the HMI into normal service.