Title: ALLEN BRADLEY 2711P-T12C15D2 PanelView Plus 1250 HMI - 12.1-inch Color Touchscreen Terminal

Product Overview: The Allen-Bradley 2711P-T12C15D2 is a PanelView Plus 1250 operator interface terminal, a high-performance Human-Machine Interface (HMI) designed for industrial visualization and control. This robust unit features a 12.1-inch color active-matrix TFT LCD with an analog resistive touchscreen, providing a clear 800 x 600 pixel resolution for displaying complex graphics, real-time data, and intuitive menus. It supports various communication options including ControlNet, Ethernet, and RS-232, enabling seamless integration with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix controllers. The 2711P-T12C15D2 is built for demanding industrial environments, offering NEMA Type 12, 13, and 4X ratings for indoor use, and is powered by a 24V DC input. While it belongs to an older generation of PanelView Plus terminals and has been discontinued, it remains a critical component for monitoring and controlling industrial processes in existing automation systems.

Key Features & Benefits:

12.1-inch Color Touchscreen Display: Provides a large, clear 800 x 600 resolution TFT LCD display with an intuitive analog resistive touch interface for operator interaction.
Versatile Communication Options: Features integrated ControlNet, Ethernet (10/100Base-T), and RS-232 serial ports, allowing for flexible connectivity to various Rockwell Automation controllers and other devices.
Robust Industrial Design: Designed for harsh industrial environments with NEMA Type 12, 13, and 4X (indoor use only) enclosure ratings, offering protection against dust, dirt, and splashing liquids.
Windows CE Operating System: Operates on a Windows CE platform, providing a stable and familiar environment for running FactoryTalk View Machine Edition applications.
High Memory Capacity: Equipped with 128 MB of logic module memory (RAM) and expandable CompactFlash memory (up to 512 MB) for application storage and data logging.
Comprehensive Connectivity: Includes two USB host ports for connecting peripherals like a mouse, keyboard, or printer, and an RS-232 port for file transfers and direct controller communication.
Field-Replaceable Backlight: Features a replaceable CCFL backlight with a minimum lifespan of 50,000 hours at 25°C, simplifying maintenance.
Real-Time Clock with Battery Backup: Ensures accurate time stamping of critical data and events even during power outages.
FactoryTalk View ME Software: Utilizes FactoryTalk View Machine Edition software for HMI application development, offering a familiar environment for programmers.
 
Applications:
The Allen-Bradley 2711P-T12C15D2 PanelView Plus 1250 HMI is widely used in various industrial automation applications where operators need a clear visual interface and touch-based control to monitor and interact with machines and processes. Its primary applications include:

Machine Control: Serving as the operator interface for controlling and monitoring discrete manufacturing machinery, such as:
Packaging Machines
Assembly Lines
Printing Presses
Textile Machinery
Process Monitoring: Displaying real-time process data, alarms, trends, and diagnostic information in industries like food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and water/wastewater.
Material Handling: Used in control panels for conveyor systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), and sortation systems.
Building Automation: Providing a local HMI for controlling and monitoring HVAC systems, access control, and other building management functions in industrial facilities.
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems: Acting as a local operator station for data visualization and direct control within a larger SCADA architecture.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Displaying diagnostic messages and fault codes, aiding technicians in quickly identifying and resolving machine issues.
Legacy System Support: Essential for maintaining and servicing existing industrial installations that utilize PanelView Plus 1250 terminals, ensuring continued operational functionality.
 
Technical Specifications:

Part Number: 2711P-T12C15D2
Alternative Part Number: 2711PT12C15D2
Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
Product Series: PanelView Plus 1250
Type: Operator Interface Terminal / HMI / Touchscreen Panel
Display Size: 12.1 inches (diagonal)
Display Type: Color active-matrix TFT LCD
Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)
Display Area (W x H): 246 mm x 184 mm (9.7 in x 7.2 in)
Touchscreen: Analog Resistive (rated for 1 million actuations)
Input Voltage: 18-32V DC (Nominal 24V DC)
Max. Power Consumption: 70W at 24V DC
Logic Module Memory: 128 MB RAM
CompactFlash Memory: Supports up to 512MB for memory expansion
Communication Ports:
1 x ControlNet (Coaxial)
1 x Ethernet (RJ45, 10/100Base-T)
1 x RS-232 Serial (for file transfer, printing, controller communication)
2 x USB Host (for mouse, keyboard, printer, flash drives)
Backlight: CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp), field-replaceable, min. 50,000 hours at 25°C
Operating System: Windows CE
Heat Dissipation: 240 BTU/hr
Enclosure Rating: NEMA Type 12, 13, 4X (indoor use only), IP54, IP66 (as classified by UL)
Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F)
Storage Temperature: -25 to 70 °C (-13 to 158 °F)
Relative Humidity: 5-95% non-condensing
Shock Resistance: 15 g (operating) at 11 ms
Vibration Resistance: 0.012 peak-to-peak, 10-57 Hz; 2g peak, 57-500 Hz
Weight: Approximately 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs)
Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 282 mm x 363 mm x 55 mm (11.12 in x 14.30 in x 2.18 in) (Shipping dimensions)
Product Lifecycle: Discontinued/Obsolete by manufacturer.