Description
Product Overview
The Allen-Bradley 2711P-T6M20D8 is a PanelView Plus 6, 600-model operator interface terminal designed for industrial machine control, process monitoring, and HMI applications.
This configuration uses a 5.7-inch grayscale touchscreen display with 320 × 240 resolution. Communication is provided through Ethernet and RS-232 interfaces, while the terminal operates from a nominal 24 VDC supply.
The unit runs Windows CE 6.0 and is intended for connection to industrial control systems where operators need to view process information, acknowledge alarms, enter values, and interact with machine functions.
Rockwell Automation lists this exact catalog number as discontinued, with a discontinuation date of September 30, 2021. There is no planned direct Rockwell replacement listed for this specific product.
Key Features
- PanelView Plus 6 operator terminal
- 600 model
- 5.7-inch grayscale touchscreen
- 320 × 240 pixel resolution
- Ethernet communication
- RS-232 communication
- USB connectivity
- 24 VDC nominal power supply
- Windows CE 6.0 operating system
- Panel-mounted HMI design
- Suitable for legacy Allen-Bradley control systems
- Useful as a maintenance and replacement spare for existing installations
Product Datasheet
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Manufacturer | Rockwell Automation |
| Model | 2711P-T6M20D8 |
| Product Family | PanelView Plus 6 |
| Terminal Type | PanelView Plus 6 600 |
| Product Type | Operator Interface Terminal / HMI |
| Display Size | 5.7 in |
| Display Type | TFT Grayscale LCD |
| Display Format | Standard 4:3 |
| Resolution | 320 × 240 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Touch Screen |
| Display Color | Monochrome / Grayscale |
| Communication | Ethernet / RS-232 |
| USB | USB interface |
| Power Input | 24 VDC nominal |
| DC Input Range | 18–32 VDC |
| Operating System | Windows CE 6.0 |
| Mounting | Panel Mount |
| UPC | 884951344488 |
| Country of Origin | United States of America |
| Lifecycle Status | Discontinued |
| Discontinued Date | September 30, 2021 |
Rockwell Automation’s official product page confirms the catalog number, PanelView Plus 6 600 configuration, grayscale touchscreen, Ethernet and RS-232 communication, DC input, Windows CE 6.0, 4:3 display format, U.S. country of origin, and discontinued lifecycle status.
Display & Operator Interface
The 5.7-inch grayscale display is intended for applications where color graphics are not required. The 320 × 240 resolution provides enough screen area for traditional HMI pages containing:
- Machine status
- Push buttons
- Numeric entry fields
- Alarm messages
- Production counters
- Basic process values
- Diagnostic information
- Equipment operating parameters
The touchscreen allows operators to interact directly with configured HMI objects without requiring a separate keyboard or pointing device.
Communication
The 2711P-T6M20D8 provides Ethernet and RS-232 communication interfaces.
Ethernet can be used for integration with compatible industrial networks and control-system infrastructure. RS-232 provides a serial communication option for compatible devices and legacy installations.
When replacing an existing PanelView terminal, check the PLC communication driver, network addressing, cable arrangement, and application runtime configuration before commissioning.
Power Requirements
This model uses DC power and is designed around a nominal 24 VDC industrial control supply.
Published specifications identify an 18–32 VDC input range, making it suitable for standard 24 VDC control cabinets.
Before connecting power, verify:
- Supply voltage
- Polarity
- Terminal wiring
- Grounding
- Cabinet power distribution
- Existing HMI wiring
Do not assume that a visually similar PanelView terminal has the same power connection.
Typical Applications
The 2711P-T6M20D8 can be found in a wide range of legacy automation installations, including:
- Factory automation
- Packaging machinery
- Production lines
- Machine tools
- Material handling
- Pump and motor control
- Process monitoring
- Industrial equipment
- PLC operator stations
- Legacy Allen-Bradley HMI systems
Replacement Application
This model is particularly relevant when an existing PanelView Plus 6 installation needs a spare terminal with the same catalog number.
For a replacement project, compare the complete catalog number rather than selecting a unit based only on the 5.7-inch display size. The touchscreen type, grayscale display, communication interfaces, power configuration, and software environment all need to match the existing system.
Installation & Configuration Notes
- Confirm the terminal catalog number before installation.
- Verify the DC supply is within the specified range.
- Check Ethernet and RS-232 wiring.
- Confirm the PLC communication driver and addressing.
- Verify the installed HMI application and runtime compatibility.
- Mount the terminal securely in the existing panel cutout.
- Power up the terminal and check the display.
- Test touchscreen response across the active display area.
- Verify communication with the controller.
- Test alarms, buttons, numeric inputs, and other operator functions.
For an existing system, it is recommended to back up the current HMI application before removing the original terminal.
Lifecycle Status
Rockwell Automation officially lists the 2711P-T6M20D8 as Discontinued. The manufacturer states that the product was discontinued on September 30, 2021, and currently lists no planned Rockwell replacement for this exact model.
This makes the 2711P-T6M20D8 particularly relevant to maintenance departments and system integrators supporting existing PanelView Plus 6 installations.
For a running production system, keeping a tested spare can help reduce downtime when the original HMI fails.
FAQ
Q: What is the 2711P-T6M20D8?
A: It is an Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 6 600-model operator interface terminal.
Q: Does it have a touchscreen?
A: Yes. This model uses a touchscreen operator interface.
Q: What size is the display?
A: The display size is 5.7 inches.
Q: Is the display color or grayscale?
A: The 2711P-T6M20D8 uses a grayscale/monochrome display.
Q: What is the display resolution?
A: The specified resolution is 320 × 240 pixels.
Q: What communication ports are available?
A: The model provides Ethernet and RS-232 communication, along with USB connectivity.
Q: What power supply does it use?
A: It uses DC power, with 24 VDC nominal operation and a published 18–32 VDC input range.
Q: What operating system does it use?
A: The terminal uses Windows CE 6.0.
Q: Is the 2711P-T6M20D8 discontinued?
A: Yes. Rockwell Automation lists it as discontinued as of September 30, 2021.
Q: Does Rockwell list a direct replacement?
A: Rockwell currently lists no planned direct replacement for this exact catalog number.
Q: Is it suitable as a replacement for an existing PanelView Plus 6?
A: Yes, when the existing installation requires the same catalog number and the electrical, mechanical, communication, and application requirements match.
Recommended Allen-Bradley Models
For customers maintaining PanelView and legacy Allen-Bradley HMI systems, related models include:
- 2711P-T6M20D8
- 2711P-T6C20D8
- 2711P-T6M20A8
- 2711P-T6C20A8
- 2711P-B6M20D8
- 2711P-B6C20D8
- 2711P-T7C4D8
- 2711P-T7C4A8
- 2711P-T10C4D8
- 2711P-T12C4D8
Always compare the complete catalog number before ordering. PanelView Plus models can differ in display technology, touchscreen configuration, communication options, memory, and power requirements.
Inspection Before Shipment
For a replacement industrial HMI, inspection should cover:
- Catalog number and nameplate
- Display condition
- Touchscreen response
- Ethernet port
- RS-232 port
- USB interface
- Power input
- Front bezel
- Mounting hardware
- Startup behavior
- Communication test
- HMI application/runtime operation where applicable
For legacy equipment, matching the exact catalog number is usually more important than simply finding another PanelView terminal with the same screen size.
