
Product Overview
The Allen Bradley 2711P-T15C4D8 is a PanelView Plus 6 1500 series HMI (Human–Machine Interface) designed for industrial machine visualization, monitoring, and operator control.
It provides a 15-inch color touchscreen display and is widely used in legacy Rockwell Automation systems where reliable plant-floor interaction is required.
This model belongs to the PanelView Plus 6 generation, which is an older but still widely deployed platform in industrial environments.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley) |
| Model |
2711P-T15C4D8 |
| Product Type |
PanelView Plus 6 1500 HMI |
| Display Size |
15-inch color TFT |
| Resolution |
1024 × 768 (XGA) |
| Dimensions |
416 × 65 × 330 mm |
| Weight |
4.2 kg |
| Input Type |
Analog resistive touchscreen |
| Communication Ports |
Ethernet, RS-232, USB |
| Power Supply |
18–30V DC |
| Operating System |
Windows CE 6.0 (embedded) |
| Enclosure Rating |
Industrial IP/NEMA-rated front panel |
Function and Working Principle
The 2711P-T15C4D8 functions as a visual interface layer between operators and PLC control systems:
- Connects to PLCs such as ControlLogix and CompactLogix via Ethernet or serial communication.
- Displays real-time process data, alarms, trends, and machine status.
- Allows operators to send control commands (start/stop/setpoints) to automation systems.
- Runs applications developed in FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME).
It does not directly control machinery, but acts as the operator interface to the PLC logic layer.
Key Features
- Large 15-inch industrial touchscreen display
- Rugged design for factory and process environments
- Supports EtherNet/IP communication with PLC systems
- Dual communication capability (Ethernet + RS-232)
- USB ports for program transfer and maintenance
- Reliable Windows CE-based embedded platform
- Designed for continuous industrial operation
Industrial Applications
- Manufacturing production lines
- Packaging machines
- Oil & gas processing systems
- Water treatment plants
- Power generation facilities
- Conveyor and material handling systems
- General industrial automation systems
Installation Overview
- Panel-mounted installation in control cabinets
- Powered by 18–30V DC supply
- Ethernet connection to PLC network (EtherNet/IP)
- Application runtime loaded via FactoryTalk View ME
- Typically used with Rockwell PLC ecosystems
Compatible Systems
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs
- Allen Bradley CompactLogix PLCs
- FactoryTalk View Machine Edition software
- EtherNet/IP industrial networks
- Legacy Rockwell automation architectures
Alternative Models
| Model |
Description |
| 2711P-T15C21D8S |
PanelView Plus 7, newer generation replacement |
| 2711P-T15C22D9P |
PanelView Plus 7 Performance series |
| 2711P-T12C4D8 |
12-inch PanelView Plus 6 variant |
| 2711P-T10C15A2 |
Older PanelView Plus 1000 model |
| 2711P-T12C22D9P |
PanelView Plus 7 12-inch widescreen model |
Key Advantages
- Proven industrial reliability in legacy systems
- Large display improves operator visibility and control
- Strong integration with Rockwell PLC environments
- Flexible communication (Ethernet + serial)
- Widely supported in existing industrial installations
- Suitable for long-life industrial equipment setups
Conclusion
The Allen Bradley 2711P-T15C4D8 PanelView Plus 6 1500 is a robust legacy HMI terminal designed for industrial automation systems requiring reliable operator visualization and control.
Although it belongs to an older generation compared to PanelView Plus 7, it remains widely used in existing facilities due to its durability, compatibility, and stable performance in industrial environments.