A-B 2711-K5A1 PanelView 550 Operator Terminal

Product Description

Allen-Bradley 2711-K5A1 is a PanelView 550 Standard Operator Terminal manufactured by Rockwell Automation. It is an industrial HMI (Human Machine Interface) designed for machine operation, process monitoring, and operator interaction with PLC control systems.

This model features a 5.5-inch monochrome LCD display, keypad operation, Remote I/O (RIO) communication, and RS-232 printer port, making it suitable for legacy Allen-Bradley automation systems.

Specifications

• Brand: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
• Model: 2711-K5A1
• Product Type: Operator Terminal / HMI
• Series: PanelView 550 Standard
• Display Size: 5.5 inch
• Display Type: Monochrome LCD (Blue Mode)
• Resolution: 256 × 128 pixels
• Display Area: 120 × 60 mm
• Operator Input: Keypad
• Function Keys: 10 keys (F1–F10)
• Input Voltage: 85–264 VAC
• Frequency: 47–63 Hz
• Communication Interfaces:
  • Remote I/O (RIO)
  • RS-232 Printer Port
• Application Memory: 170 KB runtime memory
• Nonvolatile Memory: 240 KB
• Software: PanelBuilder32
• Mounting: Panel Mount
• Protection: NEMA 12/13, 4X Indoor, IP54/IP65 (front panel)
• Approx. Weight: 1.2 kg

Functions

• Provides operator interface for industrial machines
• Displays machine status and process information
• Allows operators to input commands through keypad
• Communicates with PLC systems through Remote I/O networks
• Displays alarms, messages, and operating parameters
• Stores and runs PanelView HMI applications

Advantages & Features

• Reliable Allen-Bradley PanelView 550 platform
• Rugged industrial design for factory environments
• Keypad operation suitable for harsh applications
• Supports legacy PLC communication systems
• Long-life LED backlight design
• Compact panel installation
• Easy replacement for existing PanelView 550 terminals

Applications

• Industrial automation equipment
• Machine control panels
• Packaging machinery
• Production lines
• Material handling systems
• Process monitoring equipment
• Legacy Allen-Bradley PLC systems

Notes

• 2711-K5A1 is an HMI operator terminal, not a PLC controller
• This model belongs to the discontinued PanelView Standard series.
• Requires PanelBuilder32 software for application editing
• Confirm communication protocol (RIO/RS-232) before replacement
• Check AC power supply range before installation
• The keypad version includes a battery-backed real-time clock function