{"product_id":"2711p-rn15c-panelview-plus-controlnet-communication-module-allen-bradley","title":"2711P-RN15C | PanelView Plus ControlNet Communication Module | Allen-Bradley","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a specialized ControlNet communication interface module designed for the Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus 400 and 600 terminal series. This module allows compact HMI terminals to integrate directly into a ControlNet network, enabling high-speed, deterministic data exchange with Logix5000 controllers. Although officially discontinued by the manufacturer in 2013, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eremains a vital component for maintaining legacy industrial networks where scheduled, repeatable communication is required for machine-level visualization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Engineering Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a field-installable back-module that expands the connectivity of the smaller PanelView Plus units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eControlNet Communication Interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eControlNet (Coax)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePanelView Plus 400 and PanelView Plus 600 Terminals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 Mbps (Fixed ControlNet standard)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBNC (Coaxial)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScheduled Messaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports deterministic I\/O and interlocking data\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnscheduled Messaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports HMI display updates and trending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRequires terminal firmware compatible with PV-400-600 series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAttaches to the back of the HMI base unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.31 lbs (0.14 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Architecture and ControlNet Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-269 citation-end-269\"\u003eControlNet is a \"scheduled\" network, meaning it guarantees that critical data is delivered at a specific, repeatable time interval.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy adding the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto a PanelView Plus terminal, engineers can ensure that HMI pushbuttons and alarms are synchronized with the PLC scan. This is particularly important in high-speed coordinated motion or safety-monitoring applications where Ethernet latency might be unpredictable. The module supports both redundant and non-redundant media configurations depending on the terminal's physical port layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince this module was discontinued over a decade ago, maintenance usually involves firmware management and physical connection integrity. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emust be firmly seated into the expansion slot on the rear of the PanelView Plus 400\/600. Once installed, the terminal’s RSLinx Enterprise (FactoryTalk Linx) configuration must be updated to recognize the ControlNet node address, ensuring the HMI can browse the network and reference tags in the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the 2711P-RN15C with a PanelView Plus 7 terminal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis strictly designed for the legacy PanelView Plus 400 and 600 (Series A-F). PanelView Plus 7 terminals use different internal architectures and typically rely on EtherNet\/IP for communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module require a separate power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2711P-RN15C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edraws all necessary power directly from the HMI terminal's internal expansion bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum distance for a ControlNet segment using this module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing standard RG-6 coaxial cable, a segment can reach up to 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) without repeaters. If your HMI is located further away, ControlNet repeaters or fiber optic media converters would be required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52457707798837,"sku":"2711P-RN15C","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/2711P-RN15C.png?v=1773988179","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/2711p-rn15c-panelview-plus-controlnet-communication-module-allen-bradley","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}