SI-TEX SP-80-3 Fixed-Mount Autopilot System with Pump & Rotary Feedback

Experience effortless and precise navigation with the SI-TEX SP-80-3 Fixed-Mount Autopilot System. Designed for serious boaters, this comprehensive system includes a powerful pump and accurate rotary feedback, allowing you to set your course with confidence and enjoy hands-free piloting. Its intelligent design handles varied conditions, freeing you to focus on fishing, enjoying the scenery, or managing other vessel operations. Upgrade your helm with SI-TEX reliability and advanced control today.

In the Box:

• SI-TEX SP-80 Control Unit
• Computer Processor
• Compass
• Rotary Feedback Unit
• 73 in³/min Hydraulic Pump

Key Features & Benefits:

• Broad Compatibility: Designed for inboard, outboard, and sterndrive vessels with either hydraulic or mechanical steering systems, offering versatile installation.
• Automated Waypoint Navigation: Utilizes a built-in NMEA 0183 Loran/GPS interface to automatically pilot your vessel to your next waypoint, ensuring precise, hands-free journey management.
• All-Weather Control Head: Features a waterproof control head with a bold, backlit display offering ten levels of brightness for clear readability in any lighting condition, whether flush or surface mounted.
• Optimized Performance: Includes automatic Sea State and Trim controls, along with ten selectable levels of rudder sensitivity for both high and low speeds, providing smooth and precise steering in diverse marine environments.
• Accurate Command Verification: Rudder feedback verifies the autopilot's commands, ensuring smooth and precise steering adjustments.
• Reliable Backup Steering: "Ghost Rudder" backup allows the autopilot to use memory of rudder movements to calculate new commands in the event of a rudder feedback failure, maintaining control.
• Radar Stabilization: Heading Output feature stabilizes your radar display, providing a clearer and more consistent view of your surroundings.
• Enhanced Safety & Diagnostics: Built-in diagnostics, self-tests, and both visual and audible alarms ensure operational integrity and alert you to potential issues.
• Convenient Power Steering: Power Steering mode offers simple push-button steering for effortless manual control whenever desired.
• Expandable System: The system can be expanded with a fully functional second-station option using the SI-TEX SP-70 Handheld Control Unit for enhanced flexibility.

Recommended Pairings: Enhance your control with the optional SI-TEX SP-70 Handheld Control Unit for secondary station access, and an analog Rudder Angle Indicator for at-a-glance position checks.