Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | 2711P-T6C20D8 |
| Manufacturer | Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation |
| Product Type | PanelView Plus 6 600 Operator Interface Terminal |
| Series | PanelView Plus 6, 600 Model |
| Display Size | 5.7 inches |
| Display Type | Color active-matrix TFT |
| Resolution | 320 x 240, 18-bit color graphics |
| Brightness | 440 cd/m² |
| Input Method | Analog resistive touchscreen (4-wire) |
| Operating System | Windows CE 6.0 (standard features, no extended viewers) |
| Memory | 256 MB RAM / 512 MB nonvolatile flash |
| Communication Ports | Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), RS-232, 1 USB host, 1 USB device |
| Input Power | 18–30 VDC (24 VDC nominal) |
| Power Consumption | 15 W max (0.6 A @ 24V DC), 9 W typical |
| Backlight | White LED, non-replaceable, 25,000 hr min at 25°C |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +55°C |
| Weight | Approximately 1.12 kg |
Main Features and Advantages
Compact Touchscreen Interface for Machine-Level Control: The 2711P-T6C20D8 employs a 5.7-inch analog resistive touchscreen rated for one million actuations at 10–110 g operating force, providing reliable input recognition whether operators use bare fingers, gloved hands, or a stylus. The 320 x 240 resolution with 18-bit color graphics delivers sufficient clarity for process graphics, setpoint entry screens, and alarm displays without occupying excessive panel space. For machine builders and panel integrators working with limited enclosure real estate, this compact form factor allows full HMI functionality in installations where larger 10-inch or 15-inch terminals would be impractical.
Native Ethernet and Serial Connectivity: The 2711P-T6C20D8 includes an integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port with Auto-MDI/MDI-X capability for direct connection to Allen-Bradley controllers and network infrastructure, alongside an RS-232 serial port for controller communication, printing, or application file transfers. The Ethernet port supports EtherNet/IP protocol communication with Logix-family controllers, enabling tag-based data exchange without additional communication modules. A hot-swappable SD card slot (compatible with 1784-SDx cards) and USB host port provide flexible options for data logging, firmware updates, and application transfers.
FactoryTalk View Machine Edition Integration: The 2711P-T6C20D8 ships with FactoryTalk View Machine Edition Station runtime version 6.10 or later preloaded and activated, eliminating the need for separate runtime licensing or middleware installation. Applications developed in FactoryTalk View Studio can be downloaded directly to the terminal, with support for up to 20 online languages and two password levels for access control. For facilities standardized on Rockwell Automation software infrastructure, this tight integration streamlines development, deployment, and maintenance workflows across multiple HMI stations.
DC Power Input for Flexible Installation: Operating on 18–30 VDC with a nominal 24 VDC input, the 2711P-T6C20D8 suits installations where DC power is readily available from control cabinets or where centralized AC-to-DC conversion is already in place. Maximum power consumption is 15 W (0.6 A at 24 VDC), with typical consumption of 9 W (0.375 A). The terminal requires a Class 2, SELV, or PELV power supply and includes internal reverse polarity protection, though Rockwell Automation advises against connecting DC+ or DC- to earth ground.
Application Field
The 2711P-T6C20D8 serves as the operator interface for compact machinery and space-constrained control panels across discrete manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and building automation applications. In packaging and labeling equipment, the terminal provides operators with setpoint adjustment, alarm acknowledgment, and production count monitoring functions, with its 5.7-inch display sized appropriately for panel doors on smaller machines where a 10-inch terminal would dominate the enclosure face. The analog resistive touchscreen responds reliably to gloved input common in food processing environments, and the 0–55°C operating range accommodates typical washdown-adjacent installations.
In material handling and conveyor control systems, the 2711P-T6C20D8 supports zone routing configuration, jam diagnostics, and speed monitoring for sortation and transport equipment. The integrated Ethernet port connects directly to CompactLogix controllers over EtherNet/IP, enabling tag-based communication without additional network hardware. Water and wastewater pump stations deploy the terminal for local pump control and status monitoring where a compact, DC-powered HMI is preferred for battery-backed or solar-assisted installations.
The 2711P-T6C20D8 also appears in retrofit projects where older PanelView terminals (such as the 2711-K6C series) are being replaced with PanelView Plus 6 hardware. Its compact footprint and DC power input make it a direct replacement candidate for legacy 600-series terminals in existing panel cutouts. While the model is designated End of Life by Rockwell Automation, facilities maintaining PanelView Plus 6 infrastructure continue to source the 2711P-T6C20D8 through surplus channels to sustain production lines where wholesale control system upgrades are not economically viable.
Related Products
2711P-T6C20D9: The extended-features variant of the same 600-series touchscreen terminal, running Windows CE with file viewers and additional software capabilities; functionally similar but includes features not present on the 2711P-T6C20D8.
2711P-T6C3D8: A variant with different communication port configuration; shares the 5.7-inch touchscreen form factor but differs in serial interface options.
2711P-B6C20D8: The combination keypad/touchscreen variant of the 600-series terminal, offering both input methods for applications requiring tactile key input alongside touch operation.
2711P-K6C20D8: The keypad-only variant of the 600-series terminal, suited to environments where touchscreen sensitivity is compromised or where accidental screen contact must be avoided.
2711P-RY2032: The field-replaceable real-time clock battery for the 2711P-T6C20D8, specified as a CR2032 coin-cell lithium battery with a minimum 4-year life at 25°C.
1784-SD1: The SD card accessory compatible with the 2711P-T6C20D8 hot-swappable SD card slot for application storage, firmware updates, and data logging.
2711P-T10C4D8: The 10.4-inch touchscreen variant from the same PanelView Plus 6 generation; offers a larger display for applications requiring greater screen real estate but occupies more panel space than the 2711P-T6C20D8.
PanelView Plus 7 2711P-T6C22D9P: The successor-generation 6-inch terminal; offers enhanced performance and modern connectivity but requires separate application conversion from the 2711P-T6C20D8 platform.
