#DOCKMATE FLOAT SERIES#

#DOCKMATE FLOAT SERIES#

The receiver has a series of LEDs on top of the enclosure that light up when a function is activated.ĭockmate offers two styles of remotes, one with membrane push buttons available for either single or twin engine installs-called the Dockmate Single and Dockmate Twin-or the Twist, which is a joystick-style remote for twin-engine and pod–driven boats. Either 12- or 24-volt power can be supplied to the receiver from two separate sources for further redundancy. In the event of any failure, out-of-range condition, dead batteries or other unexpected events, the system will return to neutral and the engine controls at the helm will be active. This safety mechanism avoids a stuck relay resulting in unintended actuation of an engine or thruster. Critical ones like thruster and engine commands have double relays, both of which must close to engage the function. It contains a series of interface boards or relays to control each function. The receiver is a 9-inch-square box that mounts out of sight near one of the helms so that it can be connected to the various systems it will control. It also offers a transmission interface box to directly control transmission shift solenoids, thus bypassing proprietary engine control systems. If you have mechanical engines with cable or hydraulic actuation of throttle and shift, Dockmate will refer you to Glendinning for a compatible mechanical-to-electronic retrofit. It’s best to get a quote from a Dockmate installer.ĭockmate is designed to interface with electronically controlled engines. A six-function (two engines, two thrusters, anchor and horn) with a twist remote connected to CAN bus-controlled engines will run about $12,500, but there is a litany of equipment-specific options that can influence pricing. According to the manufacturer, a five-function (two engines, thruster, anchor and horn) system with a twin remote will typically cost about $7,500 installed. On Have Another Day it controls my Volvo Penta QL bow and stern thrusters, twin Volvo Penta D12-EDC engines, horn and Maxwell 3500 windlass. This system has an array of options for integrating with engines, thrusters and windlasses to make the installation as simple and flexible as possible. The package includes a receiver under the helm, which is connected to each of the items being controlled, and a wireless remote. Their latest model is capable of controlling two engines, one or two windlasses, a bow and stern thruster and a horn.

Several thousand have been installed to date. in 2018, but the company began selling systems worldwide in 2012. Enter Dockmate, a device that lets you control your boat remotely.ĭockmate started distributing in the U.S. Many times I’ve wished I could step away from Have Another Day’s helm and control the engines from a better vantage point, or from where I want to handle a line. In the article below, originally published in, staff writer Ben Stein tests out this new device, and gives us the low-down on what to expect.

Dockmate, a new device that lets you control your boat remotely, started distributing in the United States just last year. After maneuvering through tight dock situations over and over, have you ever wished that you could just dock your boat with a remote control? Well now you can.

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