Setup

Set + Reset

Configuring FT Device:

Your FT device temporarily (when in ‘factory’ state) broadcasts its own wireless network, allowing user connection for entering configuration information.

  • Using a computer/phone/tablet with wi-fi, look for the wireless network named ‘FERRY TEMPO ...’ . Join it.
  • After a few moments, the configuration page should automatically open. If it does not open after 10-15s, enter setup.ferrytempo.com into your web browser. (If that doesn't work, try entering 192.168.4.1)
  • Follow the on-screen dialogue to set up your FT device.
  • Allow up to 30 seconds for connection to the FT cloud server.
  • Your FT device should now be working. If curious, confirm vessel positions via comparison at WSF's VesselWatch.

Resetting FT Device:

  • Triple-click the RESET button on the back of your FT (while the clock is connected to power, of course). The microcontroller can be sensitive to the spacing of clicks, so a nice ‘Wenatchee’ count is advised.
  • The device should then initiate a short startup ‘Shakedown Sequence’ (hands move west, then east with lamps activating, then center themselves whilst all lamps pulse).
  • Your FT device is now in ’Setup Mode’ (only in this state will it broadcast a wi-fi signal that your devices can connect to, allowing configuration).
  • Follow the instructions above for 'Configuring FT Device'.

Troubleshoot

The wireless network 'FERRY TEMPO ...' is not found.

Your FT will only broadcast a visible wi-fi network when it has no stored information aboard (aka 'factory' state). If you need to make changes to it, follow the instructions above for 'Resetting FT Device'.

The webpage 'setup.ferrytempo.com' is not loading when entered into a browser.

The configuration page is not a webpage that can be found on the internet, but is served directly from your FT. Therefore, it must be powered on, in 'factory' state (if your FT device is not brand new, see 'Resetting FT Device' above), and you must be connected to its wirelss network 'FERRY TEMPO ...' with the wi-fi device you are using for configuration.

How do I change/update FT device settings?

If you've changed your wireless internet password, or moved your FT (or yourself) to a new home port, follow the instructions above for 'Resetting FT Device'.

Motor Failure (Gen1)

An honorable service life

1st-generation FerryClocks utilize economical ‘hobby’ servo-motors for ferry tracking. They are remarkable little electronic components, but they do fail after a year or two. If your FerryClock is not responding to troubleshooting above, and your hand(s) seem lifeless, it is likely your motors are ready for a burial at sea. (please dispose of properly ;–)

For several years, we offered motor replacement service, but this is now discontinued. The path to keep your FT operational is to refit it with 2nd-generation motors, driver, microcontroller, and software. This upgrade will bring a variety of benefits: increased precision, quieter operation, longer service life, and support for additional WSF routes. Please message us to learn more about the RePower Program.

Kitty Mk I, Mk II (+ other models if you're DIY ambitious)

If you own one of these models, you've built it yourself (or know the person who has), and thus have your soldering sea-legs (or a connection to someone who does). Therefore, you are fully capable of replacing the motors yourself :–) This is not a difficult undertaking, and if needed, your instruction manual should serve as a guide (downloads available below). You're essentially swapping things out just as they were. Easy-peasy.

The motors you're looking for are SG90 Servo Motors. They are inexpensive and readily available (online, of course). Even if only one motor is acting up, we recommend replacing both at the same time.

  • Here's a 4-pack, for example.

Downloads

FerryClock Manuals

Clock Mechanism Manuals

Bonus Coolness