RCP is Dead

Figure 1. Dual‑System RCP Status: Dead
Auto Switch Green
A B
Off Select Off
X Ready X
X Active X

The 4 X’s indicate that the RCP (in this example, system B as indicated by the [B]) is not communicating to the IRIS workstation.

Problem

IRIS–to–RCPB link has failed, or RCP8B has been turned off.

Action

Check if RCP8 B has been turned off. Check IRIS–to–RCPB link cable. To see if RCP has been turned off:

  1. Check the front panel.
  2. Check the Radar Status Menu for system B (”RCP Dead” in Subsystem Status).