Ok, well that explains why I couldn't get the system work work at all.

So in order get the this thing to function at all, this chip will obviously need to be found or procured.

I take it that this thing, to put it in IT terms would the "Product activation key" of the system.

And in reality is probably the most most expensive part of the system.

A check on eBay and some refurb dealers confirms that, some where in the XXX's.

I am sure my company won't be willing to part with that kind of money just for a test bed.

Thank you SoCalJake for you time in helping me with this matter.