2024-02-08, 01:37 PM
I plan to use the type 1 raymarine below deck drive. And with this typical below deck drive, this would be permanently fixed to the rudderstock. And while the autopilot is in standby, the clutch is disengaged and steering by hand is available.
However, there is a catch. When in standby mode and someone presses a +/-1 or 10°, the clutch engages and the rudder moves. As the control unit is in a central location, it could be possible that these button are pressed accidentally.
Therefore the request to be able to select if you have a below deck drive or not..
Having said that, is it really necessary to have the clutch engage when pressing the buttons in standby mode? I think that the movement of the tillerdrive in standby mode doesn't really need the clutch. And that this clutch operation is only needed for a below deck drive?
regards
However, there is a catch. When in standby mode and someone presses a +/-1 or 10°, the clutch engages and the rudder moves. As the control unit is in a central location, it could be possible that these button are pressed accidentally.
Therefore the request to be able to select if you have a below deck drive or not..
Having said that, is it really necessary to have the clutch engage when pressing the buttons in standby mode? I think that the movement of the tillerdrive in standby mode doesn't really need the clutch. And that this clutch operation is only needed for a below deck drive?
regards