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Radar Operations Center

Digital Signal Processor - Technical Refresh

Signal Processor Tech Refresh SLEP Familiarization Video

Current Signal Processor Architecture
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New Signal Processor Architecture
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Hardware Removed

RVP-901 IF Digitizer/Receiver
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Signal Processor Interface Panel
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DC-DC Converter
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Signal Processor Tech Refresh

    Development Effort
  • WSR-88D Interface Panel
    • Required to integrate IFDR into radar
    • Required to perform DAU, Maintenance Panel, I/O Panel and other functions
  • Develop software to test pedestal performance
  • Develop software to optimize pedestal controller S/W
  • Modifications to other software routines to accomodate new architecture
  • Software changes incorporated into RDA Build 17 software
    Deployment Strategy
  • Kit installed by ROC On-Site with Field Site El Tech Assistance
  • 3 day Installation and Check-Out (INCO) with overnight field test
  • Removed equipment disposed of locally