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2014-01-20 Thread Danny Haughey
I've only used cetol on a previous boat.  Looked nice. ...and last year I had to build new handrails.  I went with epiphanies varnish.  Looks amazing but we'll require a couple of coats a year. Sorry, I have not heard of the plasteak.  It's that like the composite wood they make decks out of no

Re: Stus-List Harken Furler Mark 1 Unit 0

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
Peter, if you find a good source of these parts, I would be interested, as well. My top cap is broken. Unfortunately, I cannot share the manual, as my unit is 00. btw. I found this on Sailing Anarchy (http://forums.sailinganarchy.com/index.php?showtopic=61882): Click here for Harken's "Identi

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

2014-01-20 Thread Don Newman
She is a genuine expert. Back in the Compuserve forum days she called herself the princess of poop. I believe she formed Peal Products in 1987 and sold K.O. The first of the live biological agents. I don't know where to get it any more. Best head product I ever used. Don Newman C&C 44 > On J

Re: Stus-List Speed Vr. Acceleration set up

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
Curtis, if you don’t know this resource, try it: Don Guillette’s forum at Sailboat Owners: http://forums.catalina.sailboatowners.com/forumdisplay.php?f=17. He has also authored a great book (around $25). It is an invaluable source of sail trim information. Be careful, though, it can take long h

Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Jean-Francois J Rivard
Good morning all. My latest project is possibly upgrading my old ST50+ instruments to new B&G Triton Displays and establish a proper NMEA 2000 backbone / network to complement the new Zeus Touch 7 chart plotter I bought last fall. Do you guys know is I can re-use the existing transducer wiring

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2014-01-20 Thread Dennis C.
I can only speak to PlasDek decking.  I installed PlasDek on a hatch on a trawler a couple years ago.  I was positively impressed with the product, the appearance and the service. Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA > > From: Annette Reesor >To: cnc-lis

Re: Stus-List Chartplotter Question

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
For Garmin devices you can use also the MapSource (or BaseCamp). You can create waypoints, routes and tracks and move them to the plotter using an SD (or MicroSD card). It is important to make sure that the card is first inserted into the chart plotter (the device would put its identifier on the

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
The short answer is that transducers are finicky about their wiring. I would go with all new. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 20 January 2014 07:47, Jean-Francois J Rivard wrote: > Good morning all. > > My latest project is possibly upgrading my old ST50+ instruments to n

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Chuck S
Francois, If the boat was in the water, I'd try to use the existing sensors and wiring. If she is on stands, I think I'd change out the old sensors before doing a bottom job, Interprotect. Consider using Flush style thruhulls if you're racing. I sent you pics separately. Chuck Resolute 199

Stus-List Rigging and listing

2014-01-20 Thread Tom B
I was going for std because I was too lazy to type out standard. What I meant was that my boat normally has a list when at rest. Tom Buscaglia S/V Alera > > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 19 Jan 2014 16:30:13 -0500 > From: Josh Muckley > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Rigging and

Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Petar Horvatic
Hi, has anyone looked into getting an adjustable(re-tractable) geona car system for an old style C&C genoa tracks? By adjustable I mean something like this, but components would have to be compatible with the C&C style genoa track.. http://www.southernseasmarine.com.au/image/cache/data/EZ%20Gli

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 96, Issue 128

2014-01-20 Thread Tom B
Our PO went with stainless. Aesthetically I prefer wood. But Lynn, who handles all bright work on board, loves it! Tom Buscaglia A/V Alera --- From: Annette Reesor Sent: 19/01/2014 14:28 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Hand rails for C&C33 Hi folks: Our original teak

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Joel Aronson
My 35/3 has Harken gear that is similar. Check their website/catalog. Their staff is very helpful on the phone too! Joel 35/3 Annapolis. On Mon, Jan 20, 2014 at 12:20 PM, Petar Horvatic wrote: > Hi, > > has anyone looked into getting an adjustable(re-tractable) geona car > system for an old

Re: Stus-List Electronics - was Re: Setting GPS Waypoints

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
It is an “Apple thing”. The E911 regulations required only that if you can make a call, the 911 operator could locate you. This means that if you have a cellular connection (e.g. 3G/4G connectivity), you have to have a GPS position, as well. But this did not prevent anyone from installing a GP

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Fred Hazzard
What Jim said is true. While the Airmar transducer may be the same for Raymarine and B&G the difference may be in the wiring. For example what the yellow wire may do for one instrument it may be different for the other. If push came to shove, you probably could figure it out and make a conversion

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Sam Salter
I've got 1 1/4" "T" track - I think it's Merryman on my 1977 C&C 26. Talk to Garhauer - their cars etc. fitted perfectly. Many C&C owners have done this - it's an easy upgrade. (but talk to them, some cars need to have the underside of the ball race shaved to fit the track) Sam ;-) C&C 26 Liquor

Re: Stus-List [SPAM] Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread John Russo
Peter, I have installed a Garhauer system like those you show and Garhauer fabricated the hardware to be compatible with my existing tracks on my 1984 C&C 32 at no additional charge. Give them a call and ask for Guido at 909 - 985-- 9993. Have your track dimensions available. Mine was a Merrima

Re: Stus-List [SPAM] Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Paul Fountain
Spoke to Guido at the Toronto Boat Show last week - and they need to know it is for the Merriman track & width of the track and they will size them correctly reasonable cost too! From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John Russo Sent: January 20, 2014 12:47 PM T

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread John irvin
Check Garhauer. I got a good set of adjustable cars for my 27 for about 400. -Original Message- From: Petar Horvatic Sent: 20/01/2014 12:20 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38 Hi, has anyone looked into getting an adjustable(re-tractabl

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Pierre Tremblay
Hi, As they say. I have a set of E-Z G3 on my C&C38-3. All I had to tell Guido is that I had Merriman 1,25 inch track. The fit and operation is perfect. I just meet him at the Toronto boat show. Very knowledgeable guy. Pierre Tremblay Avalanche, #54988 C&C38-3, WK, hull #76

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Martin "Mac" McKenzie
I have the Garhauer system on my boat. It fit the original 1 1/4" track. They work great.   Mac Worthy Pearl C&C 37 1983___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

2014-01-20 Thread Martin DeYoung
K.O. and C.P. are sold by West Marine and Fisheries Supply in Seattle. IIRC Raritan purchased Peale Products from Peggy +-10 years ago. When I find K.O. and C.P. in stock I buy a season’s worth and stock it at home keeping the small size containers onboard. I have used the K.O. product for +-

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Rick Brass
I have the setup that is photo #2 on my 38. Guido at Garhauer will machine the cars so they fit on the Merriman H track you have already. No need to convert to more modern T track, with all the hassles of changing. Among other things, T track has greater spacing between the mounting screws tha

Stus-List C&C Rendezvous

2014-01-20 Thread Andrew Burton
Sarah will be sending out invites soon, but she said I could go ahead and let everyone here know they are welcome to attend the 2014 USWatercraft Rendezvous March 8th. This was fun last year and this year we can have a first-hand look at the new C&Cs, among their other offerings. It's interesting

Re: Stus-List Chartplotter Question

2014-01-20 Thread Rick Brass
Older Garmin plotters used MapSource for updates to map data. When you bought MapSource you got chart data to amplify the base map installed on the unit from the factory. You could do route planning, etc, on your PC and then transfer data to the unit. My older 130, 160, 1nd 168 units on the two

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
Or Garhauer; usually as good, but at about 1/2 price. And their people are supper to work with. Marek -- Message: 3 Date: Mon, 20 Jan 2014 12:24:04 -0500 From: Joel Aronson To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Subject: Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38 Me

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread dwight
So do most people get away with installing these tracks and never have leaks. With all the associated holes through the deck it would be very fortunate to never experience leaking and with the liners in C&C boats that leaking can be well hidden. _ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun.

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Glen Eddie
I have the Garhauer system and it is fantastic. Glen Eddie Tel: 416-777-5357 Fax: 1-888-812-2557 Torkin Manes LLP Barristers & Solicitors This email message, and any attachments, is intended only for the named recipient(s) above and may contain content that is privileged, confidential and

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Andrew Burton
"And their people are supper to work with." Now we're eating vendors? I don't know what this list is coming to. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Mon, Jan 20, 2014 at 2:41 PM, Marek Dziedzic wrote: > Or Garhauer; usually as good, but at about 1/2 price. And their people > are supper to work with. >

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Ronald B. Frerker
Need to form a new group, DAMM (drunks against mad mothers). Ron STL From: Rich Knowles To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Sent: Saturday, January 18, 2014 6:03 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List storing handheld gps ..radios etc. No fun any more. Thanks, MADD:) Rich O

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread sam.c.salter
You don’t install the tracks. Use the existing tracks and use the new cars on the old tracks. (my tracks are 1977 - I assume - and they still don't leak!) sam :-) From: dwight Sent: ‎Monday‎, ‎January‎ ‎20‎, ‎2014 ‎12‎:‎42‎ ‎PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com So do most people get awa

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread dwight
Yes I know that, but I was just wondering if people have 100% leak free installation from the holes used to install the tracks for life of boat. Point is maybe it could be a good time to take the tracks off, clean things up and reinstall complete with new cars…I know don’t fix what ain’t broke, esp

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Petar Horvatic
Rick, thanks for the details, and thanks everyone. I am definitely going to talk to Guido. Rick are you referring to E-Z Glide on Garhauer website. Car 2 being $302.50 E-Z G-UB, and Car 3 being $363.00 E-Z G-3? Petar Horvatic Sundowner 76 C&C 38MkII Newport, RI From:

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Frederick G Street
Doesn’t everybody keep a supply of this on their boats…? :^) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soylent_Green Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI :^( On Jan 20, 2014, at 1:43 PM, Andrew Burton wrote: > "And their people are supper to work

Re: Stus-List Electronics - was Re: Setting GPS Waypoints

2014-01-20 Thread Rick Brass
I stand corrected. So there are three categories: 1) If you have the capability of a cellular connection, you also have a GPS capability. Actual cellular connection is not required. Apple, and everyone else, sells devices in this category. 2) You can buy a Wi-Fi capable tablet w

Re: Stus-List Chartplotter Question

2014-01-20 Thread Marek Dziedzic
You can still use MapSource for planning your trip (if you have PC-based charts like the old BlueChart) and then transfer routes and waypoints using an SD card to the new chartplotter. The unit will integrate your (user) data with the map installed in the unit (I have BC G2). The unfortunate th

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
Or they could join the SPCA; the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Audiences. That's the group that pays street musicians not to play. Rich > On Jan 20, 2014, at 15:46, "Ronald B. Frerker" wrote: > > Need to form a new group, DAMM (drunks against mad mothers). > Ron > STL > > > From:

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Pierre Tremblay
Yes those are the one. I also have a pair of swivel jammers for $50. Pierre Tremblay Avalanche #54988 C&C38-3 WK, hull #76 De : Petar Horvatic À : cnc-list@cnc-list.com Envoyé le : lundi 20 janvier 2014 15h06 Objet : Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Rick Brass
Yes. I have the G2-UB cars on my 38 (and the G1-UB cars on my 25. Originally put them on the 25 back in about 1996 and still love them.) I also have the swivel jam cleats on the aft end of the tracks on both boats. I think it keeps the side deck uncluttered, and you need a jam cleat or a horn cl

Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Kim Brown
Ditto for Garhauer. I installed set-up on existing track and haven't looked back. Love being able to adjust from the helm. Great addition at a great price. Changing out the track would be a PITA. Kim Brown TrustMe!!! 35-3 ___ This List is provided by

Re: Stus-List Electronics - was Re: Setting GPS Waypoints

2014-01-20 Thread Dr. Mark Bodnar
I have a Google Nexus 7 tablet - it does not have cellular access but does have a built in GPS and WiFi (and only ~$200). I used INavX on the iphone last yr, but I've downloaded Navionic's on the tablet for this year. Of course it's not waterproof - so I'll

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Steve Sharkey
I added a Garhauer system to my 1983 C&C 37 last year and I love it. Just tell them what boat you have and they’ll make sure it fits the right track. Steve C&C 37 1983 Impromptu From: Martin "Mac" McKenzie Sent: Monday, January 20, 2014 1:22 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Electronics - was Re: Setting GPS Waypoints

2014-01-20 Thread Don Newman
There is a GPS unit available from www.sportys.com for the iPad for around $100. Don Newman 905 547 1750 > On Jan 20, 2014, at 17:53, "Dr. Mark Bodnar" wrote: > > > I have a Google Nexus 7 tablet - it does not have cellular access but does > have ax built in GPS and WiFi (and only ~$200).

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Gary Nylander
Count me in as another Garhauer fan. I have the same setup as Rick - good stuff. And a whole boatload of other Garhauer stuff. Gary 30-1 - Original Message - From: Rick Brass To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Monday, January 20, 2014 4:51 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List Adjustable ge

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread Monty Schumpert
Ditto, also, for the Garhauer adjustable cars. I ordered them at the boat show this fall so don't have a lot of experience yet. They fit the tracks perfectly and operate very smoothly. Looking forward to using them this coming season. Monty Scandia 1991 C&C 34+ Annapolis, MD Sent from my iPad

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car - now leak free t tracks (sort of long)

2014-01-20 Thread Rick Brass
Dwight; The tracks C&C installed on my boat at the factory are Merriman “H” tracks. In cross section, they look sort of like an I beam with a very short web, or, if laid on the edge, they look like an “H”. I suppose the wide base of the installation helps maintain the seal because the track is

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread sam . c . salter
I installed my Garhauer adjustable genoa cars 3 or 4 seasons ago. One of the customers at the marina asked me about sail trim, after I had fitted them, so I took him for a sail. During the sail, he decided that he had to have some adjustable cars.I gave him the contact information and he ordered a

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
We call them "drunks" out here. Throw in a loonie, throw up in the hat, wander away... Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 20 January 2014 12:56, Rich Knowles wrote: > Or they could join the SPCA; the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to > Audiences. That's the group tha

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car - now leak free t tracks (sortof long)

2014-01-20 Thread dwight
Yes Rick it is truly a PITA, I have done it on 3 different boats already so I know. None of those boats had factory installed tracks and all but the 24 had tracks installed by previous owners, and in those cases I had to redo the job. Point is a lot of C&C yachts came from the plant without facto

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
Who's the drunk? Rich > On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:36, Jim Watts wrote: > > We call them "drunks" out here. Throw in a loonie, throw up in the hat, > wander away... > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victoria, BC > > >> On 20 January 2014 12:56, Rich Knowles wrote: >> Or they cou

Re: Stus-List Adjustable genoa car system for C&C 38

2014-01-20 Thread David Donnelly
This is a project I will do next year or maybe the year after. I already learned a few things about my boat this past summer by moving the car, especially inducing some twist in heavier breeze. After reading some of the posts a while back I got myself a copy of Sail Power and now realize what wa

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
Not me, you have 3 1/2 hours of imbibement on me. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 20 January 2014 18:44, Rich Knowles wrote: > Who's the drunk? > > Rich > > On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:36, Jim Watts wrote: > > We call them "drunks" out here. Throw in a loonie, throw up in th

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Paul Baker
I've re-used transducers on a number of different head units, just a case of figuring your pin-outs and splicing accordingly. There are a bunch of wiring diagrams on Airmar's website, it's not exactly rocket science. The most difficult part is sourcing a plug that fits, I have sometimes had t

Re: Stus-List Rigging and listing

2014-01-20 Thread Josh Muckley
Port and Starboard list shouldn't be a problem since you can (and should) measure shroud lengths. Fore and Aft "list" could be problematic so make sure the boat is sitting level. The cabin sole is probably a good point of referance. Josh On Jan 20, 2014 12:19 PM, "Tom B" wrote: > I was going f

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
Always ahead of the times:) Rich > On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:49, Jim Watts wrote: > > Not me, you have 3 1/2 hours of imbibement on me. > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victoria, BC > > >> On 20 January 2014 18:44, Rich Knowles wrote: >> Who's the drunk? >> >> Rich >> >>> On

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
4hrs! Rich > On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:49, Jim Watts wrote: > > Not me, you have 3 1/2 hours of imbibement on me. > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victoria, BC > > >> On 20 January 2014 18:44, Rich Knowles wrote: >> Who's the drunk? >> >> Rich >> >>> On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:3

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
You're decelerating? Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 20 January 2014 19:52, Rich Knowles wrote: > 4hrs! > > Rich > > On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:49, Jim Watts wrote: > > Not me, you have 3 1/2 hours of imbibement on me. > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victor

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
Financially, yes:). Rich > On Jan 21, 2014, at 0:24, Jim Watts wrote: > > You're decelerating? > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victoria, BC > > >> On 20 January 2014 19:52, Rich Knowles wrote: >> 4hrs! >> >> Rich >> >>> On Jan 20, 2014, at 22:49, Jim Watts wrote: >>> >

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
Yep, the only thing I'm getting any better at is farting, and I don't think that's financially rewarding at any level. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 20 January 2014 20:34, Rich Knowles wrote: > Financially, yes:). > > Rich > > On Jan 21, 2014, at 0:24, Jim Watts wrote

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Jim Watts
Paul, I agree, that's not a big deal, but Francois was going to put new transducers in and re-use the wiring from the old transducers. That's two splices in shielded cable, versus none. I'd go with new wire that comes from the transducer all the way to the head end, no point in introducing two majo

Re: Stus-List Using ST50+ (Airmar) transducer wires for new NMEA 2000 Equipment

2014-01-20 Thread Paul Baker
Ah yeah, new transducer, pull the new wire through, no arguments. On 14-01-20 08:44 PM, Jim Watts wrote: Paul, I agree, that's not a big deal, but Francois was going to put new transducers in and re-use the wiring from the old transducers. That's two splices in shielded cable, versus none. I'

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Rich Knowles
If you're into hot air ballooning, it can be useful. Rich > On Jan 21, 2014, at 0:41, Jim Watts wrote: > > Yep, the only thing I'm getting any better at is farting, and I don't think > that's financially rewarding at any level. > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk III > Victoria, BC >

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

2014-01-20 Thread Russ & Melody
It's been tried but the group never got any traction. Went sideways before it even had a chance :) Cheers, Russ At 11:46 AM 20/01/2014, you wrote: Need to form a new group, DAMM (drunks against mad mothers). Ron STL From: Rich Knowles To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Sent: Saturday,

Re: Stus-List Homebrew autopilot

2014-01-20 Thread Colomba
Good day I`m wondering if there is anybody who want to build a DIY autopilot? If so, it would be interesting to discuss/combine ideas. In the moment my idea ... and what I`ve done so far is following: - Controll unit with a raspberry pi - language Python (because I really do not know C to hand