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Chapter
1
Terminal Overview
Chapter Objectives
This chapter gives an overview of the PanelView Operator Terminals.
• intended uses
• terminal types and features
• applications
• configuration mode
• terminal messages
• printing
• accessories and replacement parts
Intended Uses
You can use the PanelView operator terminals for a wide variety of
machine control and monitoring applications.
Terminal Types
PanelView terminals are available in a variety of options.
• display size and type (monochrome, grayscale, color)
• operator input (touch screen or keypad)
• communication port (DH-485, RS-232, Remote I/O, DH+,
ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet, DF1)
• RS-232 printer port support
In addition, some terminals are available with:
• AC or DC power (L1 at the end of a catalog number indicates a
DC terminal, for example, 2711-B5A1L1
, or -T9C1L1).
• Stainless steel bezel available on PanelView 550 keypad or
keypad & touch terminals.
Contact your Allen-Bradley representative for availability.
ATTENTION
!
Do not use a PanelView terminal for emergency
stops or other controls critical to the safety of
personnel or equipment. Use separate hardwired
operator interface devices that do not depend on
solid state electronics. See the inside front cover of
this manual for guidelines.