Eye-catching Si-tex Sp-80 - Control Head Only [20080011] [best Value] [Voe4svHS]

SI-TEX SP-80 Control Head: Your Navigator's Essential

The SI-TEX SP-80 Control Head is a game-changer for boaters who demand precision and efficiency on the water. This advanced autopilot system is designed to provide you with the ultimate control, allowing you to effortlessly navigate to your desired destination. With its smart and precise piloting, the SP-80 takes the hassle out of steering, giving you the freedom to enjoy your boating experience to the fullest. Its user-friendly operation ensures that setting the course and letting the SP-80 take the wheel is a breeze.

Unmatched Features for Ultimate Convenience

The SI-TEX SP-80 Control Head is built to cater to a wide range of boating needs. Designed for outboard, inboard, and sterndrive vessels with hydraulic or mechanical steering systems, it offers seamless integration and compatibility. Its built-in NMEA 0183 Loran/GPS interface allows for automatic navigation to your next waypoint, ensuring that you always stay on course. The waterproof control head is easily installable, either flush or surface-mounted, providing a sleek and durable solution for your boat. Additionally, the system can be expanded with the SI-TEX SP-70 Handheld Control Unit for added convenience.

Practical Uses and Specifications

The SP-80 is not just about features; it's about enhancing your boating experience. With its bold, backlit display, you can easily read the status and course information in any light condition. The accurate digital displays of rudder angle and operating mode provide real-time updates, keeping you informed at all times. The system offers automatic sea state and trim controls, as well as 10 selectable levels of rudder sensitivity for smooth and precise steering. The rudder feedback feature verifies the autopilot's commands, ensuring reliability and safety. In case of rudder feedback failure, the Ghost Rudder backup takes over, allowing the autopilot to continue functioning. The Heading Output feature stabilizes your radar display, while the built-in diagnostics and self-tests, along with visual and audible alarms, provide added peace of mind. The Power Steering mode offers convenient push-button steering, while the Stand-By mode allows for manual steering when needed. Optional features, such as the analog Rudder Angle Indicator and compatibility with solenoid valves, further enhance the SP-80's versatility.