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Dockmate Brochure (productinfo) 2023

Dockmate Brochure (productinfo) 2023
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Dockmate Brochure (productinfo) 2023

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The Dockmate® system is designed to enhance the docking experience by providing wireless control over a boat's movement, ensuring ease of maneuverability in marinas and confined spaces. Developed by seasoned yachtsmen, it prioritizes simplicity and intuitive use.

Key Features
  • Wireless Control: Integrates with maneuvering systems for proportional throttle control and variable speed on compatible thrusters.
  • Compatibility: Works with any electronic maneuvering system across all brands.
  • Reliability: Employs a frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) for secure and reliable operation.


Product Variants
  • Dockmate® SINGLE: Offers features like SoftDocking and Throttle+, is waterproof, and floats.
  • Dockmate® TWIN: Controls two engines and thrusters, waterproof and floats.
  • Dockmate® TWIST: A customizable joystick for engine and thruster control with proportional control.
  • Dockmate® VECTOR: Extends joystick systems, compatible with dynamic positioning systems.
  • Dockmate® RED: A budget-friendly option for boats with analogue controls, lacking advanced features.


Specifications
All models have dimensions of 70 x 150 x 40 mm, weigh approximately 150 g, use the DockLink2™ wireless protocol, have a 50-meter range, ABS & rubber housing (IP67), a 320+ mAh Li-ion battery, and Qi-certified wireless charging.

Advanced Features
  • SoftDocking: Customizable propeller power bursts for smooth docking.
  • Throttle+: Provides additional throttle boost for better control.
  • DockControl2™ Software: Customizes remote control settings to match vessel capabilities and user preferences.


Conclusion
The Dockmate® system offers a comprehensive wireless boat control solution with various products tailored to different needs and budgets, featuring advanced docking precision and user experience enhancements.
Overview of Dockmate Communication Protocol
Dockmate uses a robust communication protocol with 2-way communication for status updates on the remote. A handshake mechanism prevents cross-control between different Dockmate systems.

Key Technologies
  • GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying): Reduces noise and allows high data rates with minimal interference.
  • FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum): Rapid channel switching to avoid interference, improving performance.
  • Data Whitening, FEC, and Interleaving: Ensure reliable wireless communication.

Dockmate Features
  • Waterproof remotes and receivers (IP67) with floating capability.
  • Optional waterproof wireless charging cradle (IPX6).
  • Proportional 3-axis joystick with twist function.
  • Automatic command takeover via remote.
  • Visual, audible, and tactile alarms on remote and receiver.
  • Large operational range of 50m.
  • Support for electronic controls, both analogue and CAN bus.
  • Proportional throttle control.
  • Redundant "fail-safe" technology in hardware and software.
  • 3-year manufacturer's warranty.

Technical Details
  • FCC and CE certified.
  • Operates on 12V or 24V power supply.
  • Available in 433 or 868MHz frequencies.
  • Controls up to 7 functions: horn, anchor windlass, port/starboard engines, bow/stern thrusters.
  • Receiver dimensions: 23.8 x 20.5 x 8.6 cm.

Contact Information
Dockmate is a trademark of PPA-Electronics bv, Belgium. For more information, visit www.dockmate.eu or email [email protected].

Note: Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Dockmate Brochure (productinfo) 2023-2

WIRELESSLY CONTROLLED DOCKING WHY DOCKMATE? With industry leading technology, the Dockmate® system provides a stress-free docking experience. You are able to leave the helm and get a closer look at your surroundings while still in complete control of the boat’s movement, resulting in total control during typical manoeuvring in marinas and tight quarters. As yachtsmen with more than 40 years of experience, we truly believe in the simplicity of things, and more specifically: simplicity of operation and control. We were looking for the best wireless remote control system, and when we couldn’t find...

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WE DELIVER THE BEST USER EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE WE OFFER THE BEST ACCURACY ON THE MARKET Our company is focussed on engineering a sole product line, Because we're deeply integrated, we control every aspect of designed to deliver the best docking experience possible. manoeuvring systems for docking, like proportional throttle control on the engine(s) or motor(s) and variable speed on the thruster(s)*. WE INTERFACE WITH ANY ELECTRONIC SYSTEM ON YOUR VESSEL WE CONNECT WIRELESSLY IN THE MOST RELIABLE WAY Dockmate® fits any boat. We interface with any electronic Our wireless protocol constantly switches...

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DOCKMATE® SINGLE Dockmate® SINGLE is a wireless extension of your boat‘s controls with the exact same feeling and Anchor Winch response time, enhanced with exclusive features like SoftDocking Take Command and Throttle+. The SINGLE is waterproof and floats. LED Radio Status Feedback Bow Thrusters Engine / Motor LED Battery Status / Alarm Wireless Charging Weight Vibration & Buzzer Wireless protocol Range Stern Thrusters Housing Waterproof and floats 50 metres ABS & rubber - according to IP67 specifications 320+ mAh Li-ion battery Lasts up to at least 15 docking manoeuvres of approximately 10 minutes...

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DOCKMATE® TWIN Manoeuvre your boat from any place on board. Control 2 engines, bow thruster*, stern thruster*, 1 or 2 Anchor Winch anchor winches or windlasses*, and horn with separate buttons. Enjoy Take Command exclusive features like SoftDocking, Throttle+ and Engine Trick**. The TWIN is waterproof and floats. LED Radio Status Feedback Bow Thrusters LED Battery Status / Alarm Wireless Charging SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Starboard Engine /Motor Vibration & Buzzer Stern Thrusters Wireless protocol Port Engine / Motor Housing Waterproof and floats ABS & rubber - according to IP67 specifications...

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DOCKMATE® TWIST The TWIST can be fully customised Power On / Off to combine engine- and thruster control in 1 joystick. Moreover, the Anchor Winch TWIST’s proportional 3-axis joystick can provide fully proportional control of the boat’s engine(s) / motor(s) and thruster(s). All the while Engines & Trhusters offering the exact same feeling and response time as the boat’s fixed controls. LED Radio Status Feedback • Horn and 1 or 2 winches or windlasses can also be controlled from the TWIST Take command Long press : Programmable Button • The Twist is compatible with traditional control heads and...

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DOCKMATE® VECTOR If you have a boat with a joystick Power On / Off system (from Volvo Penta Mercury, Zeus, Yamaha, etc.) then the Anchor Winch VECTOR remote is the one for you. • The Dockmate® VECTOR offers a wireless extension of your boat’s joystick with the exact same feeling and response time • Control PODs, stern drives, Horn / 3-axis Joystick Engines / PODS Programmable button Outboards / Stern Drives & Optional Bow Thrusters Take command LED Radio Status Feedback outboards or shafts with the fully proportional Dockmate® joystick • Operates Dynamic Positioning Systems (DPS), when installed*...

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DOCKMATE® RED Developed as a budget solution for boats with the most common analogue controls (engine AND Power On / Off Anchor Winch thrusters). Comes as SINGLE or TWIN (no TWIST or VECTOR available) Special features (Throttle+, SoftDocking, Engine Trick, …) are not available on these units. The RED comes pre-configured with analogue idle speed engine LED Radio Status Feedback SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Starboard Engine Motor Wireless protocol Port Engine Motor modules. The only available option windlass. Sten Thrusters modules and on/off thruster is control of one anchor, winch or ABS & rubber...

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DOCKMATE® RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS The device our Dockmate® remotes talk to. The Receiver translates the commands given through the remote and relays them to your boat’s controls. The Receiver is in essence the link between the Dockmate® remote and your boat. • The Dockmate® Receiver is a modular system. Every Receiver is assembled and programmed for a specific boat. The boat’s equipment and the customer’s wishes determine which modules are installed in the Receiver. This means every Dockmate® is built to order. • The Receiver is connected to all the necessary controls of your boat. • The Receiver...

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DOCKMATE® CRADLE SPECIFICATIONS Fixed joystick or wireless remote control? Dockmate® TWIST or VECTOR, combined with its Dockmate® Cradle — a wireless charger —, provides the best of both worlds. The Dockmate® Cradle is specially developed to accommodate the Dockmate® remotes, including the SINGLE and TWIN. • Mounted anywhere inside or out, like on the flybridge. • Waterproof (IPX6) • UV-resistant • Anodized aluminium chassis. • Multiple units can be installed for opti

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DOCKMATE® RED SINGLE DOCKMATE® RED TWIN DOCKMATE® SINGLE DOCKMATE® TWIN Dockmate® TWIST Dockmate® VECTOR Can be used as a fixed joystick Advanced software so installer can customise settings to your boat’s specifications and your needs Can (de)activate some kind of Slow Mode, like trolling Can (de)activate some type of Joystick High Mode Bidirectional wireless communication protocol Can turn pods, stern drives, outboards if connected to joystick Remote floats Remote Visual Indicators / Alarms (LEDs) Remote Audio Indicators / Alarms (”beeping”) Remote Vibrating Indicators / Alarms Receiver Visual...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.