Allen Bradley 2711P-RN6 communication module

The 2711P-RN6 is a communication module compatible with PanelView Plus, PanelView Plus CE, and PanelView Plus 6 operator terminals. It enables network connectivity for Data Highway Plus (DH+), Remote I/O (RIO), and DH-485 networks, providing reliable communication for industrial control applications.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation

• Brand: Allen-Bradley

• Series: Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation

• Part Number/Catalog No.: 2711P-RN6

• Compatible Product Family: PanelView Plus / PanelView Plus CE / PanelView Plus 6 Operator Terminals

• Product Type: DH+ / RIO / DH485 Communication Adapter

• Number of DH+ / RIO Ports: 1

• Number of DH485 Ports: 1

• Number of Network Access Ports (NAP): None

• Supported Operator Terminals: PanelView Plus 700–1500; PanelView Plus CE 700–1500; PanelView Plus 6 700–1500

• DH485 Communication Cable: Belden 3106A or 9842

• DH+ / RIO Communication Cable: Belden 9463 twin-axial or equivalent cable

• DH+ / RIO Trunk Cable Length: 3048 m (10,000 ft)

• Removal and Insertion under Power: Retaining Screw M3 metric, 5 mm long

• Communication: RS-232, DH+/DH-485

• Communication Cable: 1747-AIC

• Shipping Weight: 3 lbs

• Shipping Dimensions: 11 × 8 × 6 inches

• UPC: 10662073083679

Product Overview

The 2711P-RN6 is an optional communication adapter installed on top of an existing logic module to enable DH+, RIO, and DH-485 network connectivity. It is compatible with PanelView Plus, PanelView Plus CE, and PanelView Plus 6 operator terminals, specifically those with screen sizes from 7-inch to 15-inch (700–1500 series).

• Network Support: When used with PanelView Plus 6, only DH+ and DH485 are supported; native RIO communications are not supported.

• Compatibility Notes: Not compatible with PanelView Plus 7 operator terminals.

• Ports: Includes one (1) DH485 port (6-pin phoenix connector) and one (1) DH+ / RIO port (3-pin phoenix connector).

• LED Indicators:

• Channel not online – OFF

• Device is only node on network – Blinking green

• Device online and receiving token – Solid green

• DH-485: Duplicate node / DH+: Parity error – Blinking red

• Failed self-test – Solid red

The 2711P-RN6 provides reliable, flexible network connectivity for industrial operator terminals, ensuring smooth communication across DH+, RIO, and DH-485 networks.