Rockwell Automation 2711P-RNxxx User Manual

Installation Instructions

IMPORTANT

Communication Modules

Catalog Numbers 2711P-RN6, 2711P-RN6K, 2711P-RN15S, 2711P-RN15SK, 2711P-RN20

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Important User Information 2

Install a Communication Module 3

Replace a Communication Module 4

About This Publication

This document provides instructions on how to install or replace a communication module on a
PanelView Plus™ 6 or PanelView Plus 700, 1000, 1250, or 1500 terminal.

(1)

Cat. No.

2711P-RN6 • • •

2711P-RN6K • • • •

2711P-RN15S • •

2711P-RN15SK • •

2711P-RN20

(1) These installation instructions also apply to other cat. no. 2711P-RNxx communication modules.
(2) Only supported on PanelView Plus 6 - 700 to 1500 terminals running firmware revision 6.10.17 or later.
(3) Only supported on PanelView Plus 700 to 1500 terminals running FactoryTalk® View Machine Edition software, version 5.1 or earlier.

(2)

Ethernet DH+™ DH-485 Remote I/O

•

Communication

(3)

ControlNet

Conformal

Coated

Marine

Certified

The communication module installs over the logic module. The installation is the same for all
communication modules regardless of communication type.

The logic module must be attached to a PanelView Plus display module before you attach the
communication module.

Additional Resources

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order paper copies of technical documentation, contact your local Allen-Bradley distributor or
Rockwell Automation sales representative.

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Important User Information

Solid-state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for
the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication SGI-1.1
Automation sales office or online at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/literature/
between solid-state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the wide
variety of uses for solid-state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy themselves that each
intended application of this equipment is acceptable.

In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or
application of this equipment.

The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibil ity or liability for
actual use based on the examples and diagrams.

No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or software
described in this manual.

Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation, Inc., is
prohibited.

Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.

WARNIN G: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a hazardous
environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.

available from your local Rockwell

) describes some important differences

ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death,
property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard and recognize the
consequences.

SHOCK HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, drive or motor, to alert people that
dangerous voltage may be present.

BURN HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, drive or motor, to alert people that
surfaces may reach dangerous temperatures.

IMPORTANT Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.

Rockwell Automation Publication 2711P-IN003E-EN-P - November 2012