Ross Ultricore RCP-ME - User Manual

Ross Ultricore RCP-ME

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RCP-ME User Guide

Table of Contents

Default Chapter7
- Table of Contents7
Introduction11
- Related Publications11
- Documentation Conventions12
- Contacting Technical Support12
Hardware Overview15
- Front Panel Overview15
- Rear Panel Overview16
Getting Started17
- Features17
- Typical System Equipment17
- System Overview18
- How the RCP-ME and Routing Switchers Communicate18
- Installation and Configuration Overview19
- Physical Installation20
- Basic Configuration21
- Adding the RCP-ME to the Dashboard Tree View23
- Setting up the Routing Mode26
- Resetting Devices27
Destination and Sources29
- Specifying the Number of Outputs/Inputs29
- Assigning Output and Input Labels29
- Assigning a Destination or Source Button30
- Assigning a Crosspoint Button31
- Setting the Retry Time for a Switch Failure32
- Making a Switch32
- Toggling between Two Sources33
Breakaways and Levels35
- Setting up Breakaways35
- Automatically Resetting a Custom Breakaway to the Default Breakaway after a Switch36
- Assigning a Breakaway Button36
- Assigning a Breakaway Step Button37
- Router Levels37
- Assigning a Level Button38
- Selecting Breakaways and Levels38
- Viewing the Breakaways Assigned to an RCP-ME39
- Level Mask Mode39
Menus41
- Setting up Menus41
- Assigning a Menu Link Button42
- Assigning Menu Navigation Button42
- Returning to the Home Menu43
- Using a Menu43
Functions45
- What Is a Function45
- Assigning Functions to Buttons on the RCP-ME46
- Assigning a Protect Button47
- Assigning a Take Button47
- Assigning a Chop Button48
- Assigning a Shift Button48
- Assigning a Panel Lock Button49
- Clearing a Function from a Button50
Macros51
- What Is a Macro51
- Assigning a Macro Button51
- Recording a Macro Using the Panel51
- Editing a Macro Using the Panel52
- Configuring a Macro Using Dashboard52
- Using a Macro53
Salvos55
- What Is a Salvo55
- Assigning a Salvo to a Button55
- Using a Salvo55
Category Index Mode57
- Default Category Button Mapping57
- Entering Category Index Mode58
- Operating in Category Index Mode58
Protects and Locks61
- What Is a Protect61
- What Is a Lock61
- Assigning a Protect/Lock Button61
- Locking an RCP-ME62
- Protecting a Destination63
- Clearing Protects Held by an RCP-ME64
Machine Control65
- What Is Machine Control65
- Setting up Machine Control65
- Assigning a Machine Control Button65
- Configuring a De-Assign Button66
- De-Assigning a Machine Control Port66
Linking Remote Control Panels67
- Before You Begin67
- Configure a Link between Multiple Remote Control Panels67
- Operating Linked Remote Control Panels68
Cutbus Mode71
- Setting up Cutbus Normal Mode71
- Setting up Multi Cutbus Mode71
Managing Panel Configurations73
- Saving the Current Configuration for the RCP-ME73
- Editing a Configuration File74
- Sending a Configuration File to a Device74
- Loading the Factory Defaults Using Dashboard75
Monitoring77
- Adjusting the Contrast for the LCD77
- Viewing Status and Alarms in Dashboard77
- Troubleshooting78
- Loading the Factory Defaults Via Dashboard78
- Upgrading the Software78
Dashboard Interface Overview81
- RCP-ME Connection Editor Fields81
- Panel Config Interface83
RCP-ME Hexadecimal to Router Level Conversion95
Glossary97

Questions and Answers

J
Jesse MorganAug 5, 2025
What to do if I get a PROT BRKWY ERR when I press the Protect button on my Ross Ultricore RCP-ME?
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  Nancy Nunez PhDAug 5, 2025
  This error indicates that at least one crosspoint across the router levels defined in the current breakaway does not exist. To resolve this, first determine which level is causing the breakaway warning. Then, either connect the source and destination equipment so that the particular crosspoint will work, or remove the router level from the breakaway definition.
C
Casey BarrettAug 11, 2025
Why is my Ross Ultricore RCP-ME Control Panel RCP-ME not responding to DashBoard?
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  macdonaldadrianAug 12, 2025
  If the RCP-ME is not responding, it is possible that the information stored in the RCP-ME has been corrupted. You can try the following steps until the RCP-ME responds: * Reset the RCP-ME. * Send the default configuration file to the RCP-ME. * Load the factory defaults via DashBoard.
A
Amanda HenryAug 19, 2025
How to fix Ross Ultricore RCP-ME RCP-ME not switching correctly?
- P
  pattondanielAug 20, 2025
  The RCP-ME might not be switching correctly if the NK Series devices are not set up correctly to operate with or without virtual routing. Use DashBoard to set up the devices with virtual routing enabled or disabled as required.
J
Jared BradleyAug 28, 2025
How to return to the Home menu on Ross Control Panel if I am stuck?
- T
  Tyler LeeAug 28, 2025
  If you are stuck on a menu with no way back, it means that a return loop was not set up when the menu was defined. Use DashBoard to return to the Home menu.

Summary

Getting Started with RCP-ME Setup

Installation and Initial Configuration Steps

Outlines the workflow for physical installation, network setup, and basic panel configuration.

Configuring Routing Modes and Reset Procedures

Destination and Source Management

Configuring Input;Output Quantities and Labels

Assigning Source, Destination, and Crosspoint Buttons

Maps physical inputs/outputs to panel buttons for selecting sources, destinations, and crosspoints.

Switching Operations and Settings

Covers making switches, setting retry times, and toggling between sources.

Breakaways and Level Configuration

Setting Up and Assigning Breakaways

Guides on creating custom breakaways and assigning them to panel buttons.

Assigning Level Buttons and Selecting Breakaways

Menu System Configuration

Setting Up and Linking Menus

Guides on creating menu pages, assigning fallback modes, and creating menu links.

RCP-ME Button Function Assignments

Overview of Available Panel Functions

Assigning Specific Function Buttons

Details how to assign functions like Take, Protect, Chop, Deassign, MC Key, Panel Lock, and Breakaway Step.

Using Shift Buttons for Multiple Assignments

Explains how shift buttons access additional source or destination assignments on a panel.

Macro Functionality and Configuration

Assigning and Recording Macros

Details how to assign a macro to a button and record sequences directly on the panel.

Editing and Configuring Macros via DashBoard

Explains how to edit recorded macros and configure them using the DashBoard software.

Panel Protection and Locking Features

Understanding Protect and Lock Functions

Assigning Protect;Lock Buttons and Modes

Guides on assigning buttons for protection and selecting protection modes (Block Other/All Panels).

Locking and Unlocking the RCP-ME Panel

Explains how to lock the panel using buttons or DashBoard, and how to unlock it.

Protecting Destinations and Clearing Protects

Details how to protect specific destinations and clear existing protection settings.

Machine Control Setup and Usage

Setting Up Machine Control

Assigning Machine Control Buttons

Linking Multiple Remote Control Panels

Configuring Panel Links

Guides on setting up panel addresses and link addresses to create linked control panels.

Operating Linked Panels and Functionality

Managing RCP-ME Panel Configurations

Saving and Editing Configuration Files

Guides on saving current panel configurations and editing saved configuration files.

Sending Configuration Files to Devices

Loading Factory Defaults via DashBoard

Monitoring RCP-ME Status and Alarms

Viewing Device Status and Alarms in DashBoard

Troubleshooting Common RCP-ME Issues

Provides solutions for common problems encountered with the RCP-ME panel's operation.

Upgrading RCP-ME Firmware

DashBoard Interface for RCP-ME

RCP-ME Connection Editor Fields

Details the fields and parameters within the Connection Editor for network and device setup.

Panel Config Interface and Tabs

Explains the Panel Config interface, its layout, and the various configuration tabs available.

Configuration Tab Options

Macro Events Tab Configuration

Ross Ultricore RCP-ME Specifications

General

Brand	Ross
Model	Ultricore RCP-ME
Category	Control Panel
Language	English

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