Configured for operator console interaction in TDC 3000 and GUS platforms, the Honeywell 51196694-100 (51196694-100 Industrial Keyboard) provides direct physical execution of HMI command inputs.
Hardware Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Model
51196694-100
Brand
Honeywell
Origin
USA
Weight
1.36 kg
Dimensions
17.5 x 6.5 x 2.5 inches
Operating Temp
Industrial control environment
Power Consumption
PS/2 interface powered
Interface
PS/2
Process Control and DCS Characteristics
4-20 mA HART loop protocol: The keyboard facilitates the workstation HMI interface required for monitoring HART-enabled device diagnostics and configuration parameters.
FOUNDATION Fieldbus / Profibus PA connectivity: The input device enables operator interaction with fieldbus commissioning software, allowing for precise data entry and navigation within digital bus management tools.
Channel-to-channel isolation: The PS/2 interface utilizes standard galvanic isolation paths within the workstation console to mitigate transient coupling from the operator terminal into the internal processing bus.
Cold junction compensation (CJC): The keyboard assembly is designed to maintain mechanical stability and functional integrity in environments where sensitive analog measurement instrumentation, such as CJC-dependent temperature inputs, is monitored at the same console.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can this keyboard be used in NEMA 4X designated areas?
A: The device features a NEMA 4X rated enclosure, providing protection against dust, dirt, and liquid ingress. Ensure the cable entry point is also sealed according to site specifications.
Q: Is the PS/2 interface hot-swappable?
A: PS/2 interfaces do not support standard hot-swapping. Disconnect and connect the keyboard only when the operator console is powered down to prevent potential damage to the port controller.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mounting: Position the keyboard on a flat, stable operator console surface. Use the provided desktop configuration feet to ensure ergonomic orientation and prevent slippage during intensive control tasks.
Grounding: Verify that the operator console chassis is bonded to the plant protective earth (PE) bus. Proper grounding of the workstation enclosure is mandatory to mitigate electrostatic discharge (ESD) during operator interaction.
Wiring: Route the 6-foot cable through internal console conduits. Maintain physical separation from high-voltage AC lines to prevent induced electromagnetic interference that could affect keyboard signal stability.
