Fantom Feedback for displacement hull

[AKfisher]

I have a navpilot 711c on my displacement hull vessel. I've read that Fantom Feedback is meant for outboards. However, I'm wondering is it an be be used in a pinch for a displacement hull with inboard engine and rudder.....For instance, if your RRU goes out while far from port. Can you set up Fantom Feedback to keep the AP working to some extent?

Also, is there any additional information available on how to use this feature besides what's in the manual?

Thanks!

 

[Quitsa]

I have a planing hull twin inboard boat and experienced a problem with the RRU. While awaiting a new one, I tried setting up the 711C with Fantom Feedback. Somewhat to my surprise, the autopilot steered very well. It worked fine while trolling at displacement speed so I think there is a very good chance it would work on your displacement hull boat too. It's a bit of a production to switch over the configuration but a good fallback in an emergency.

 

[AKfisher]

I have a planing hull twin inboard boat and experienced a problem with the RRU. While awaiting a new one, I tried setting up the 711C with Fantom Feedback. Somewhat to my surprise, the autopilot steered very well. It worked fine while trolling at displacement speed so I think there is a very good chance it would work on your displacement hull boat too. It's a bit of a production to switch over the configuration but a good fallback in an emergency.

That's great info. Thank you for the come back!

 

[backman]

Any details on how to configure this? I just had my rudder feedback unit fail, it’s going to be a few weeks before my dealer can get mirror replacement and install it. In the meantime, I have a single engine inboard, engine driven hydraulic steering, what do I have to do to switch over to Phantom? Is it a simple as reconfiguring via the 711 C install menu or do I have to mess with hardware also?

 

[TheReaper]

Yes, in the installation menu. Go to Ship's Characteristics, then select Fantom Feedback for Rudder Sensor selection. Then, go to Dockside Setup menu and ensure the Drive Unit Selection is set properly. Finally, perform the Rudder Test by following the on-screen instructions.

 

[backman]

Any details on how to configure this? I just had my rudder feedback unit fail, it’s going to be a few weeks before my dealer can get mirror replacement and install it. In the meantime, I have a single engine inboard, engine driven hydraulic steering, what do I have to do to switch over to Phantom? Is it a simple as reconfiguring via the 711 C install menu or do I have to mess with hardware also?

Wow, I too bashed my way through too m y configuration steps and it works on a single engine downeast inboard!