RCP 1000 Reference Information

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Installing a Firmware Update

To install a firmware update, you may need to replace IC (integrated circuit) U11 or U16, or both. Replacing these ICs may result in loss of presets and other settings.

1.Unplug the RCP comm cable from the rear panel of the RCP 1000.

Do not open the cover of the RCP 1000 without unplugging the RCP comm cable.

2.Remove 8 screws from the back, top, and front of the cover (figure A-1).

Lift Cover straight up.

Remove 8 screws

Align Notches

CENTER	COND/BRIGHT
SIZE
FILTER
	HORZ

BLACK FREEZE

PROGRAM 3

BLACK

FREEZE

PPREVIEW 3

	TRANSITIONS
8	EFFECTS
7

		8	1000
		7	RCP	PANEL
		Tx	CONTROL
	6	COMMUNICATION	REMOTE
5		Rx

U11

Align Notches

VERT	BRIGHT
	CONT

Figure A-1 — Removing the cover

3.Lift the cover from the RCP 1000 unit, and place it next to the unit.

Make sure you are electrically grounded before touching IC chips. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage IC chips, even if you cannot sense the discharge.

4.Locate the ICs to be replaced (figure A-2). The update kit will list the specific ICs.

Figure A-2 — Locating and replacing ICs

5.Remove the existing chip and set it aside. Use a standard IC removal tool.

6.Install the new chip: Locate a notch or a printed dot on top of the IC. Align the notch or dot with the notch on the socket or circuit board. Align the IC pins with the holes in the socket, and gently press the IC into the socket.

7.Reinstall the cover of the RCP 1000.

8.Attach the RCP comm cable to the RCP 1000. Make sure the RCP 1000 is working correctly.

A-2