Steering wheel controls?

[Cody]

To me, stereo controls on the wheel would be more simple rather than a control head unit down below or to the right/left requiring you to take your eyes off where you are going.

Look at the SA..it's down below and to the right.

LSV, to your right side requiring you to turn.

I can't imagine it would be expensive if it was designed this way...

[New Guy]

Great idea but in a boat you can turn the wheel several revolutions stop to stop and this might pose a problem.

[bergermaister]

Hmmm. If you're running in a place that is that crowded or tight I'd say you shouldn't be dicking around with the stereo at all. My wired remote is up by the steering wheel on the helm and with just a little practice I can adjust volume, mute, change tracks, and power off by feel without looking.

Edit-
No offense - that sounded a bit harsh!

[Cody]

LOL, no worries. We don't ride in a crowded area at all but it was just something I was thinking about today coming back from lunch. Hands on the wheel, adjusted volume and changed songs and got me thinking why it isn't on a boat.

When I am pulling someone I make sure I worry about everything else before adjusting music, etc. But just stating, it would be practical and convenient for when wanting to adjust the tunes.

I wouldn't be surprised if it is standard on boats one day.

[bergermaister]

Switch to a Clarion HU and add one of these to your steering wheel!



Supposed to work up to 100ft away but in reality probably not. I'm probably going with Clarion again but I like the mounted remotes with LCD displays. Wonder if this would work from boarding distance or may just be good for being anchored up on the beach.