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Product Details
Product Description
The 2711P-B7C22D9P is a high-tier operator interface from the Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 7 Performance series, featuring a dual-input design that combines an analog resistive touchscreen with a physical keypad. This 6.5-inch widescreen terminal is optimized for complex monitoring environments, utilizing a vibrant TFT color active-matrix display with VGA resolution. Designed for modern network architectures, the 2711P-B7C22D9P (UPC 885630844503) includes dual Ethernet ports that support Device Level Ring (DLR) topologies, significantly increasing network resiliency. With 1GB of RAM and a robust Windows-based execution environment, it handles high-density data logging and complex faceplates with minimal latency.
Technical Specifications
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Series: PanelView Plus 7 Performance
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Model Number: 2711P-B7C22D9P
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Display: 6.5-inch Color Active-Matrix TFT
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Resolution: 640 x 480 VGA; 18-bit Graphics
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Operator Input: Analog Resistive Touch and Stainless Steel Keypad
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Processor Memory: 1GB RAM; 512MB Non-volatile storage (approx. 80MB User Space)
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Network Connectivity: Dual 10/100Base-T Ethernet ports (Supports DLR)
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Peripheral Interfaces: 3 USB Host ports (Type A); 1 USB Device port (Type B)
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Input Voltage: 18 to 30V DC (24V DC Nominal)
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Power Demand: 50W maximum consumption
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Backlight Integrity: White LED (non-replaceable); 50,000 hours life span
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Software Environment: FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME)
Implementation and Network Strategy
The 2711P-B7C22D9P is particularly effective in washdown environments or applications where operators wear heavy gloves, as the physical keypad provides tactile feedback that touchscreens alone cannot offer. Unlike the Standard series, this Performance model allows for more than 25 screens and 200 alarms, making it suitable for plant-wide control integration. The integrated DLR capability allows the terminal to remain operational even if a single point in the Ethernet ring fails, ensuring continuous visualization for critical processes.
FAQ
What is the advantage of the dual-input "B" configuration?The "B" in 2711P-B7C22D9P denotes "Both" (Touch and Keypad). This provides redundancy and accessibility; if the touchscreen surface is damaged or if the operator is in a high-vibration environment, the physical keys ensure the machine can still be safely controlled.
Does this terminal support SD cards for data logging?Yes, it features a dedicated Secure Digital (SD) card slot for external storage, allowing for easy firmware upgrades and historical data log retrieval.
Additional Information
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