Title: Allen-Bradley 2711P-K4C20D PanelView Plus 600 Color HMI Terminal - 5.7-inch Keypad Display

Product Overview:
The Allen-Bradley 2711P-K4C20D is a robust and highly reliable PanelView Plus 600 Human Machine Interface (HMI) terminal, designed to provide intuitive operator control and visualization in diverse industrial automation environments. This powerful HMI features a vibrant 5.7-inch color TFT display and a durable keypad for precise data entry and system interaction. As a critical component of Rockwell Automation's integrated architecture, the 2711P-K4C20D seamlessly integrates with FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME) software, enabling operators to monitor, control, and troubleshoot industrial processes with exceptional clarity and efficiency. Its rugged construction ensures dependable performance in demanding manufacturing, process control, and discrete automation applications, making it an ideal choice for enhancing productivity and reducing downtime.

Key Features & Benefits:

 5.7-inch Color TFT Display: Provides clear, high-resolution visualization of process data, graphics, and alarms, enhancing operator comprehension and decision-making.
 Integrated Keypad Input: Offers tactile feedback and precise control for critical operations, data entry, and navigation, suitable for gloved hands or harsh environments where touchscreens may be challenging.
 Powerful Processor: Equipped with a high-performance processor for rapid screen updates, swift application execution, and responsive operator interaction, minimizing delays.
 Flexible Communication Options: Features built-in Ethernet (EtherNet/IP) and RS-232 serial ports, ensuring versatile connectivity to Rockwell Automation PLCs (e.g., Logix, SLC, PLC-5) and other industrial devices.
 Ample Memory Capacity: Includes sufficient RAM and non-volatile storage for complex HMI applications, historical data logging, and recipe management, supporting sophisticated control strategies.
 Windows CE Operating System: Based on Microsoft Windows CE, providing a stable and familiar platform for application deployment and system management.
 FactoryTalk View ME Compatibility: Fully compatible with FactoryTalk View Machine Edition software, simplifying application development, deployment, and maintenance for streamlined engineering workflows.
 Robust Industrial Design: Engineered for harsh industrial conditions with a NEMA 4X/IP66 front panel rating, offering excellent protection against dust, water, and corrosive agents.
 Enhanced Operator Efficiency: Improves operator productivity through intuitive interfaces, real-time data access, and immediate feedback, leading to faster response times and reduced errors.
 Simplified Troubleshooting: Provides clear alarm displays and diagnostic information, enabling quick identification and resolution of operational issues, minimizing production downtime.

Applications:

The Allen-Bradley 2711P-K4C20D PanelView Plus 600 HMI is widely utilized across various industries for critical control and monitoring tasks, including:
 Machine Control: Providing operator interface for packaging machines, assembly lines, CNC machines, and robotic cells.
 Process Monitoring: Visualizing and controlling parameters in chemical processing, food and beverage production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and water treatment plants.
 Material Handling: Managing conveyor systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), and logistics operations.
 Building Automation: Monitoring and controlling HVAC systems, access control, and energy management in commercial and industrial facilities.
 Energy Management: Displaying real-time energy consumption, power quality, and equipment status in power generation and distribution.
 Discrete Manufacturing: Used in automotive, electronics, and general manufacturing for production line control, quality assurance, and data collection.
 Alarm Management: Centralized display and acknowledgment of system alarms, ensuring timely operator intervention.
 Recipe Management: Facilitating easy selection and modification of production recipes for diverse product lines.

Technical Specifications:

 Part Number: 2711P-K4C20D
 Alternate Part Number: 2711PK4C20D
 Series: PanelView Plus 600
 Display Size: 5.7 inches
 Display Type: Color TFT
 Input Type: Keypad
 Display Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels, 18-bit color graphics
 Communication Ports:
 - 1 x Ethernet (EtherNet/IP)
 - 1 x RS-232 (Serial)
 Memory:
 - 64 MB RAM
 - 64 MB Non-Volatile Storage
 Operating System: Microsoft Windows CE
 Software Compatibility: FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME)
 Power Supply: 18-32V DC
 Enclosure Rating: NEMA 4X, IP66 (front panel)
 Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees C (32 to 131 degrees F)
 Storage Temperature: -25 to 70 degrees C (-13 to 158 degrees F)
 Shock Rating: 15 g (operating), 30 g (non-operating)
 Vibration Rating: 2 g at 10-500 Hz
 Weight: Approximately 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)