Quick Start Guide
System Controllers
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214629 REV - RA 7327
Teledyne Paradise Datacom
offers a robust family of
system controllers which can be used for remote moni-
tor and control of both indoor rack-mountable systems
and outdoor systems.
The 1RU Redundant System Controllers include the
RCP2-1100, used with 1:1 redundant systems, and the
RCP2-1200, used with 1:2 redundant systems.
The FPRC-1100 system controller is used with 1:1
fixed phase combined systems, and the FPRC-1200 is
used with 1:2 fixed phase combined systems.
Rack Mounting
The system controller may be installed in a standard
IEC 19” equipment cabinet. The controller is available
with optional rack slides. Follow the rack slide manu-
facturer’s instructions on installation of the slide rails
into the equipment cabinet. Secure the front panel of
the controller to the cabinet frame mounting rails using
10-32x0.5 pan head screws, #10 flat washer and #10
nylon washer (placed against the surface of the unit).
Cable Connections
The primary connection between the controller and the
LNA/LNB switch plate or SSPA switch assembly is
through Port J3. This connector is a 23-pin circular MIL
connector, type MS3112E16-23S. A standard 100 ft.
(30m) cable is typically used to connect between Port
J3 of the controller and the switch plate assembly.
Providing Prime Power
Most controllers are fitted with removable AC power
supply modules which connect to a 110V power outlet
using the supplied IEC power cords. A DC input option
is also available.
Local Communication
All Teledyne Paradise Datacom system controllers
share a common local menu structure, which is de-
tailed in the Operations Manual. Settings for Communi-
cation, Operation, Fault Setup, Options and Calibration
may all be selected from the front panel menu. Operat-
ing conditions are also available for review in the 2x40
front panel display.
The Local/Remote key selects whether the
controller is operational by front panel
(local) control or by remote control. Remote
control includes both the rear panel parallel
control signals as well as the serial com-
munication.
The Auto/Manual key selects between available
switching Modes. In Auto mode, a unit failure will result
in automatic switching of the system’s transfer switch-
es. In manual mode a unit failure will result in fault
alarms but no switchover will occur.
The front panel signal path mimic display provides a
visual representation of the redundant system block
diagram. Green LEDs indicate the position of the
transfer switches showing the RF signal path from the
RF input to the RF output.
When in Local Mode, the operator may select which
unit in the redundant system is transmitting to the RF
output by pressing the appropriate Unit # key on the
signal path mimic display.
Fault indicator LEDs illuminate RED when
the corresponding fault condition occurs.
There are fault lights for Summary, Unit 1,
Unit 2, and Power Supply faults. The RCP2-
1200 and FPRC-1200 also includes a fault
light for Unit 3.
Remote Communication
The controller offers a wide range or remote communi-
cation capability, including serial interface over RS485
or RS232, and an Ethernet interface which supports
IPNet, SNMP and a HTTP web interface. Parallel
alarm contacts are also available.
See the Operations Manual for a complete description
of the remote control interface, including the serial
communication protocol.
The main serial port, J4, is used for remote connection
with any host computer. This port contains both RS-
232 and RS-485 communication in half duplex. A set
RCP2-1100 Redundant System Controller
