Testing Antenna

When analyzing antenna problems, start with the Antenna utility's RCP I/O Summary menu. It can help diagnose problems on the serial line. For example:

• If the output count is frozen, the computer is not transmitting data.
• If the input count is frozen, there is no I/O coming from the RCP.
• If the error count is incrementing rapidly, you may be using the wrong antenna format or baud rate.

If the I/O and error counts appear normal, the problem is not with the serial line. You should then look at the Antenna status panel, which may show an error or fault for one or more antenna controls.

You can also run the Bitex utility to see if the BITE packets are coming across the line. Information in the BITE packets can further pinpoint the cause of the problem.