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drbridge
Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 218 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Susan Marie
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Posted: Tue May 05, 2015 7:42 pm Post subject: EV-100 Autopilot |
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We are thinking about updating our autopilot system and since we have all Raymarine equipment, we are considering the Raymarine EV-100. From what I have been able to research on this system it should work well on a 22 Cruiser and It would be nice to do away with the rudder position sensor as the EV-100 does not require one.
I would be interested to hear from any other C-Dory 22 owners who have this system on their boats as to the actual performance.
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Doug & Susan |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20778 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
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Posted: Tue May 05, 2015 10:08 pm Post subject: |
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Lengthy discussion in the last few days:
http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=22642&highlight=ev100 _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
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Home port: Pensacola FL |
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hardee
Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Posts: 12632 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sleepy-C
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Posted: Wed May 06, 2015 10:50 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Doug,
Love mine. I hardly ever turn the big wheel anymore. I usually use the point and go method -- (hit the auto button when the boat is pointing in the direction I want to go,) but have to be careful in a cross tidal current run though. That method does not correct for the side slip provided by the current. For long crossings, the "Go to Waypoint" method puts in the crabbing needed to make the point --provided you aren't adjusting for the floaters and not correcting the cross track.
If you want to take a look, you are welcome.
Harvey
SleepyC
_________________ Though in our sleep we are not conscious of our activity or surroundings, we should not, in our wakefulness, be unconscious of our sleep. |
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drbridge
Joined: 25 Jun 2014 Posts: 218 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Susan Marie
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Posted: Thu May 07, 2015 1:33 am Post subject: |
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Sounds good Harvey. This is what I want to hear. This system sounds so simple and it is the most affordable out there and of course should be very compatible with existing Raymarine equipment. I am just looking for some positive reviews before we pull the trigger. We've got to get together one of these days so I can check out your boat. Were off to Neah Bay this weekend. We wont get to go to the Friday harbor get together due to work schedules and we'll be camping on memorial day. We will catch up to you eventually.
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Doug |
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Ferg
Joined: 18 Jun 2015 Posts: 187 City/Region: Oak Island
State or Province: NC
C-Dory Year: 2008
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Here & Now
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Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2015 5:22 pm Post subject: Commissioning question for EV-100 |
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I'm try to figure out the parameters for the EV-100 on my CD25.
If you've had a successful installation on a 25, may I ask what values you used for:
Rudder limit & hardover time |
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hardee
Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Posts: 12632 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sleepy-C
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Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2015 10:40 pm Post subject: |
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Ferg,
My EV-100 was installed by the guys at Roger's Marine in Portland. I think Doug did his own install. Both were on 22's. Likely you will get some response from some 25 owners shortly.
Harvey
SleepyC
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Ferg
Joined: 18 Jun 2015 Posts: 187 City/Region: Oak Island
State or Province: NC
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C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
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Posted: Tue Oct 20, 2015 5:02 am Post subject: |
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Thanks Harvey |
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colbysmith
Joined: 02 Oct 2011 Posts: 4523 City/Region: Madison
State or Province: WI
C-Dory Year: 2009
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Traveler
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Posted: Tue Oct 20, 2015 9:08 am Post subject: |
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I'll have to update that "lengthy" discussion Bob referenced earlier, but I did have the chance to use my EV-100 salmon trolling a few weeks ago. Didn't work so well. Trolling at 3 mph, with smooth (for Lake Michigan, vs. chop) 2-3 ft rollers off the Quarter Bow or Stern, the autopilot had a hard time keeping me on course. So while it kept me straight long enuf to go back and pull or drop lines, I couldn't leave it by itself for long. All my other comments as to advantages/disadvantages stand. (In that other thread).
http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=22642&highlight=ev100
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Ferg
Joined: 18 Jun 2015 Posts: 187 City/Region: Oak Island
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Posted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 7:08 am Post subject: |
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Thank you. I have not done the software upgrade. I will call Raymarine today to see if this could be the cause, although I'd be surprised if that wasn't the first thing they asked when we spoke with them yesterday |
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BrentB
Joined: 15 Jul 2006 Posts: 4419 City/Region: Greenwood
State or Province: IN
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Posted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 9:32 am Post subject: |
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I posted this in another thread
just a fyi
Web site says a software upgrade is available
called Hydro Balance
http://www.raymarine.com/view/?id=9560
Has your AP been updated?
Software for Raymarine Evolution Autopilot ACU
Software for:
ACU100/ACU200/ACU300/ACU400
Version:
v2.17
Date Released:
May 2016
Additional Notes:
The Autopilot requires recalibrating after the update is complete, refer to Software Update Information section below.
http://www.raymarine.com/view/?id=9572
_________________ _________________ Brent Barrett |
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hardee
Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Posts: 12632 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sleepy-C
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Posted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 1:47 pm Post subject: |
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I just looked at what the new "HydroBalance System" does for me on my boat. Since what I have works well, and I don't have the issues it "fixes", I think I will probably pass on this "Update". Basing that decision on my need vs what happens when I update other "computer stuff" like my phone
Harvey
SleepyC
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