Dockmate Twist Manual de usuario
2.1 V14
Wireless Joystick Control
User manual
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
Congratulations on your purchase of a DOCKMATE TWIST system. Please read
the following instructions carefully before getting started.
DOCKMATE is a wireless system that enables you to maneuver your ship. With your
fingertips you can control the engines, horn, bow- and stern thruster and anchor
winch.
IMPORTANT: Read the precautions before first use!
Contents
1. What’s in the box ?
2. Precautions
3. Installation
4. Use of the DOCKMATE
5. Charging the batteries
6. Turning on the transmitter
7. Maintenance
8. Troubleshooting
9. Technical specifications
10. Environmental Information
11. Product registration
12. Warranty
13. Declaration of Conformity
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
1. What’s in the box ?
- This user manual
- Installation manual
- The DOCKMATE Receiver
- The DOCKMATE TWIST transmitter
- Dockmate Cradle/wireless charger
- Lanyard
- All necessary wiring cut to length
- Antenna
2. Precautions
To avoid damage to your DOCKMATE and hurting yourself or others, you
should read the following safety precautions before using the device. Keep
these safety instructions in an area where all users can read them.
When in doubt, contact PPA-Electronics regarding the use or operation of the
unit.
PPA-Electronics is not responsible for injuries or damage caused as a result of
improper use or installation by a non-qualified technician.
2.1. Before taking command with Dockmate make sure that all levers
controlling the engines and thruster are in neutral position
2.2. The transmitter is sensitive to magnetic fields. Keep
it at least 1m from any devices that generate
magnetic fields like compasses. Otherwise the
operation of the joystick can be disturbed.
2.3. Your Dockmate transmitter has been designed to seamlessly interact
with a Dockmate Cradle (wireless charger) powered by the Dockmate
Receiver. If your Dockmate Cradle is not powered by the receiver but
directly by the mains or if you’re using another Qi
certified charger do not put the transmitter that is
switched on onto the wireless charger. Always
switch it off first, before charging. The charger
generates a magnetic field, that will disturb the joystick
when it is turned on.
2.4. Do not disassemble the transmitter or receiver.
Touching the internal parts may lead to injuries. Repairs may only be
performed by licensed technicians.
2.5. Do not use near flammable gases or liquids.
This may cause an explosion or fire.
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
2.6. Keep out of reach of children.
The devices contain small parts which can be swallowed by children.
Beware for suffocation by plastic packaging.
2.7. The DOCKMATE may only be used by persons who have the
necessary skills of maneuvering a yacht.
2.8. Be careful with the lanyard.
Keep it away from small children (choking hazard).
2.9. Do not use the DOCKMATE when the transmitter or receiver have been
immersed in water. The units may be damaged beyond repair. Test
both devices before use with the boat in a safe environment.
Contact your DOCKMATE dealer when any abnormality is detected.
2.10. Make sure you can operate the DOCKMATE like an expert before
actually using it in a crowded harbor.
2.11. In very exceptional circumstances, the communication between the
transmitter and receiver can be disturbed by radio frequency
transmitters in the immediate neighborhood.
2.12. Never use the DOCKMATE if you are not on the ship. Remember that
the use of the DOCKMATE from ashore or the jetty is a criminal offense
in several countries.
2.13. Batteries should be charged as soon as the orange LED signal on the
transmitter lights.
2.14. Please note that when the system is in operation each involuntary push
on the buttons of the transmitter has an action as a result.
2.15. The transmitter and receiver may only be opened by an authorized
technician.
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
3. Installation
The installation has to be done by a qualified engineer.
Our system consists of two major components: a transmitter and a Receiver. These
have already been paired so they recognize each other.
3.1. Installation of the Receiver
Dimensions rev.G : 23,8 x 20,5 x 8,6 cm or 9.4 x 7.9 x 3.2”
Install the Receiver in a dry, not too warm area.
Install the Receiver free of vibrations.
Place the Receiver close to the dashboard, as close as possible to the controls
of the parts to be controlled (throttles, horn, anchor winch, bow- and stern
thrusters).
Please note that one-time settings are needed at the Receiver.
(accessible by screwdriver?)
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
4. Use of the DOCKMATE
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
We recommend that you always wear the lanyard around your neck while using the
DOCKMATE.
The transmitter has the following features :
LINK LED
Shows the status of connection with the Receiver.
It also shows warnings and errors if there are any.
Status LED
Shows the status of the transmitter.
It also shows if any special options have been activated through Dockmate.
BUZZER & VIBRATOR
Indicates no communication, low battery, warning or error.
Keys anchor winch
By pressing the upper button you lower the anchor.
By pressing the lower button, you raise the anchor. When pressed together, you
can choose between windlass 1 and 2 (2 or 4 beeps) if the Dockmate Receiver is
fitted with AnchorX2 module.
On / Off button
Press and hold to turn the transmitter on. Press 3 times quickly or hold for 3s to
shut it off.
NOTE: When this button is pressed other signals are inhibited for safety, so the
boat controls go to neutral, regardless of the position of the joystick.
Take Command button
Pressing this button makes the Dockmate the active steering position.
NOTE: With the Gearbox driver installed it has no effect – Dockmate is always
active then.
Keys bow thruster:
By pressing the left button (port) the bow thruster gives thrust to the right so the
bow is moving to the left.
By pressing the right button (starboard) the bow thruster gives thrust
to the left so the bow is moving to the right.
Keys stern thruster :
By pressing the left button (port) the stern thruster gives thrust to the
right so the stern is moving to the left.
By pressing the right button (starboard) the stern thruster gives thrust
to the left so the stern is moving to the right.
Joystick:
By moving the joystick forwards, both engines (or one in single engine
configuration) are switched forward.
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
By moving the joystick astern both engines are switched to the rear.
Moving the joystick to the left makes both (if installed) thrusters move the boat to
port.
Moving the joystick to the right makes both thrusters move the boat to starboard.
In case the boat has 2 engines and only a bow thruster, moving the joystick
sideways will engage the bow thruster and 2 engines in order to walk the boat
sideways.
Moving the joystick forwards and right in a 45º angle causes the port engine to go
forward and makes the boat steer to the right.
The other 45º angle positions on the joystick work on the same basis.
The Dockmate Twist can be fully programmed by your dealer so that combining
engines and thrusters in any position of the joystick is possible.
Twisting the joystick knob clockwise causes the boat to rotate clockwise (port
engine switched forward, starboard engine switched astern).
Twisting the joystick knob counter clockwise will do the opposite.
Pressing the knob of the joystick will sound the horn.
When a “SpeedCtrl” Module is installed in the Dockmate Receiver you can
control the engines throttle by moving the joystick. The harder you push,
the more throttle.
When the thruster modules with SpeedCtrl are installed in the Dockmate
Receiver you can control the thrusters’ power by moving the joystick. The
harder you push, the more thrust.
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Dockmate is a registered trademark from PPA-Electronics B.V.
Leuvensesteenweg 177 – BE-3191 Boortmeerbeek – Belgium
VAT BE 0891.773.260 – Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 – Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35
[email protected] – www.dockmate.eu – info@ppa-electronics.com – www.ppa-electronics.com
5. Charging the batteries
The Dockmate TWIST transmitter is fitted with a Li-Ion battery that has to be charged
occasionally.
When the Dockmate TWIST transmitter is turned on, both LEDs will go white. Then
the Status LED will show one of the following:
Battery fully charged More than 3.90V
Battery OK Between 3.45V and 3.90V
Battery Warning Between 3.45V and 3.30V
Battery Failed Less than 3.30V
Battery Failed Less than 3.00V
It is not possible to turn on the transmitter when the battery voltage drops below
3.30V.
It is highly recommended to charge the transmitter when the LED shows orange on
the starting up.
The Dockmate TWIST transmitter will start to charge when switched off and placed
on the Dockmate Cradle or wireless charger. The LEDs on the charger will change in
color from solid red to solid green indicating the charging process.
When the indicator on the charger flashes red that means a foreign metal object
was placed on the charging pad or the charger is overheated.
Also the Status LED on the transmitter will start to flash in different colors depending
on the battery percentage ( 0-50%: , 50-80% : , 80-100% ).
When the battery is fully charged the Dockmate transmitter will shut down
automatically and the charger will show a red led.
When the battery is fully charged, there will be no reaction when the
transmitter is placed on the charger. After some use, when the
voltage drops, it will be possible to charge the transmitter again.
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