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| − | A '''Probe Control Point''' is a specific [[Craft|vessel]] which allows you to control a probe without any connection to the [[Kerbal_Space_Center|KSC]]. | + | A '''Probe Control Point''' is a specific [[Craft|vessel]] which allows you to control a probe without any connection to the [[Kerbal_Space_Center|KSC]]. |
| − | * [[Command_module|Command module]] capable to function as Probe | + | == Requirements == |
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| + | In order to use a vessel as such a control point, some requirements need to be fulfilled: | ||
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| + | === Probe control point === | ||
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| + | * [[Command_module|Command module]] capable to function as Probe Control Point | ||
* At least 1 [[Pilot|Pilot]] on board (depends on the Command module, see table below) | * At least 1 [[Pilot|Pilot]] on board (depends on the Command module, see table below) | ||
* Relay Antenna | * Relay Antenna | ||
| − | + | === Remote ship === | |
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* A probe or command pod with the "remote pilot assist available" feature | * A probe or command pod with the "remote pilot assist available" feature | ||
* If it's a command pod, a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer) must be aboard | * If it's a command pod, a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer) must be aboard | ||
* Any antenna to establish the CommNet link | * Any antenna to establish the CommNet link | ||
| + | == Pilot requirement and comm range == | ||
The following table lists all Command modules which can be used to build a Probe Control Point, the required number of Pilots on board and whether it is possible to use additional [[Relay_Satellite|relay satellites]] to establish a connection with the probe (Multi-Hop) or just a direct connection can be used (Single-Hop): | The following table lists all Command modules which can be used to build a Probe Control Point, the required number of Pilots on board and whether it is possible to use additional [[Relay_Satellite|relay satellites]] to establish a connection with the probe (Multi-Hop) or just a direct connection can be used (Single-Hop): | ||
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| − | A connection will be automatically established as soon as the probe gets within [[CommNet#Range_calculation|range]] of the Probe Control Point. | + | A connection will be automatically established as soon as the probe gets within [[CommNet#Range_calculation|range]] of the Probe Control Point. The remote ship will have a "remote control" icon in the Telemetry window. |
While probes will automatically gain control, command pods need to have a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer, not a tourist) in order to gain the ability to create maneuver nodes. SAS is not transmitted, you need to have a probe core with SAS capabilities on the remote ship. | While probes will automatically gain control, command pods need to have a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer, not a tourist) in order to gain the ability to create maneuver nodes. SAS is not transmitted, you need to have a probe core with SAS capabilities on the remote ship. | ||
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| + | == Uses == | ||
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| + | === Remote control of tiny rovers with a weak/no antenna === | ||
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| + | Tiny antennae are cheaper and lighter than their long range counterpart. This allows the contruction of very light rovers to explore dangerous or far landscapes. | ||
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| + | === Help a lost probe or ship to set a maneuver node === | ||
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| + | Be your own space center to orient lost probes by giving them instructions! With a relay satellite cluster and a single piloted [[RC-L01_Remote_Guidance_Unit|RC-L01 Remote Guidance Unit]] your can control everything within the relay range! | ||
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| + | == Gallery == | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:MultiHop_probeControlPoint.jpg | Rightmost probe assisted by a probe control point on the left, passing through a relay. | ||
| + | File:Minirover_probeControlPoint.jpg | A tiny rover controlled by the MK2 lander can. | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
Latest revision as of 22:04, 14 February 2020
A Probe Control Point is a specific vessel which allows you to control a probe without any connection to the KSC.
Contents
Requirements
In order to use a vessel as such a control point, some requirements need to be fulfilled:
Probe control point
- Command module capable to function as Probe Control Point
- At least 1 Pilot on board (depends on the Command module, see table below)
- Relay Antenna
Remote ship
- A probe or command pod with the "remote pilot assist available" feature
- If it's a command pod, a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer) must be aboard
- Any antenna to establish the CommNet link
Pilot requirement and comm range
The following table lists all Command modules which can be used to build a Probe Control Point, the required number of Pilots on board and whether it is possible to use additional relay satellites to establish a connection with the probe (Multi-Hop) or just a direct connection can be used (Single-Hop):
| Command module | Required Pilot(s) | Link Type |
|---|---|---|
| RC-001S Remote Guidance Unit | 1 | Single-Hop |
| RC-L01 Remote Guidance Unit | 1 | Multi-Hop |
| Mk1-3 Command Pod | 2 | Single-Hop |
| Mk2 Lander Can | 2 | Single-Hop |
| Munar Excursion Module (Making History) | 2 | Single-Hop |
A connection will be automatically established as soon as the probe gets within range of the Probe Control Point. The remote ship will have a "remote control" icon in the Telemetry window.
While probes will automatically gain control, command pods need to have a capable kerbal (scientist or engineer, not a tourist) in order to gain the ability to create maneuver nodes. SAS is not transmitted, you need to have a probe core with SAS capabilities on the remote ship.
Uses
Remote control of tiny rovers with a weak/no antenna
Tiny antennae are cheaper and lighter than their long range counterpart. This allows the contruction of very light rovers to explore dangerous or far landscapes.
Help a lost probe or ship to set a maneuver node
Be your own space center to orient lost probes by giving them instructions! With a relay satellite cluster and a single piloted RC-L01 Remote Guidance Unit your can control everything within the relay range!
Gallery
Rightmost probe assisted by a probe control point on the left, passing through a relay.
A tiny rover controlled by the MK2 lander can.
