pdiddy, I guess you're using OTC for RFB, the 1.4 version?
I should point out that when identifying the target in the Recognition Manual, don't forget to note where the proper point of height reference is for the particular target you've selected. In the case of your image of the Kitrurin Maru, the height reference point is the top of the funnel. Always use the RED marked reference point on the picture. Also, some ships have their national flag added to the RM picture.....use the top of the flag where it's positioned to the mast.
Another thing to remember is when using the Stadimeter, use the "L" key to lock the target before taking a reading. The important thing to know when doing this is when you "Send" the information to the TDC, the target's "Relative Bearing" is also sent to the TDC, not just the found range. Knowing this is very important when counting the Telemeter Divisions, then using the Omnimeter to find range. You usually will not want the target "Locked" in position to use the Telemeter Divisions to make a reading.
The trouble comes when you "Send" the found range after setting the Range Dial......you need to make sure the target is centered to the periscope or a wrong Relative Bearing will be sent to the TDC. If the center line of the scope is off center of the target, the wrong bearing is sent to the TDC. A good practice is to count the Telemeter Divisions while positioned on the height reference point, then "Lock" the target back to the center position before sending the found range to the TDC.
If you're "testing" the accuracy of either the OTC Stadimeter, or counting the Telemeter Divisions/Omnimeter process, you can do a couple of things. With the Stadimeter found range, use the active Sonar to ping the target, then "Send" the found range to the TDC. When you return to the periscope screen, the Position Keeper "Range" display shows the accurate distance to the target. Compare it to the Stadimeter found range...as long as there isn't too much time lost between the checks. This is also a good way to compare
any mods accuracy with the Stadimeter.
The way to check the accuracy of the Omnimeter is to play the game with Auto Targeting selected. Let the game tell you what the accurate distance is when its shown in the PK Range display. Yet, use the Telemeter Divisions/Omnimeter to do it yourself, comparing the results. I think you'll find the accuracy acceptable.
