ID Key: SP-38

Availability: In existence

The new SI-TEX SP-38 is a feature packed professional autopilot ideal for a wide range of powerboats and commercial vessels up to about 150' LOA.

SI-TEX Intelligent Steering Technology (IST) learns the characteristics of the boat over time and adjusts for optimal performance.

The SP-38 offers preset operating parameter sets for full and semi displacement hulls, sterndrives, and sailboats. It also offers a special work mode designed for commercial fishing boats, tugboats and work boats. Proportional Speed Control (PRC) provides smooth, consistent steering response.

Additional characteristics:

9-level backlit LCD display
LCD screen changes to Red Night
Palette to protect operators night vision

Predefined parameter sets for full or half displacement, hull planning, stern drives and sailboat applications

Multiple steering parameters for fast cruise, slow cruise and work mode Easy to use heading knob with mechanical stop

Multi-station capability with security station lockout
Auto trim • Adjustable settings for yaw, turn rate and rudder

PORT and STARBOARD dodge buttons for collision avoidance

Selection of remote control units available, connect via the N2K Network

Selection of high performance GPS satellite compass units available

Output for optional analog rudder angle indicator, up to 4 stations

Fully compatible with embedded NMEA N2K devices and most address systems

Operating voltage: 10 to 30 VDC

Power Draw: 0.5 amp average, 3 amp peak (lower draw capacity with low backlight setting) Unit Output: 20 amps

Network: NMEA 2000 and Ethernet

Navigation interface: NMEA 0183 and NMEA2000 input/output • NMEA 0183 output: heading (10 times per second), autopilot status (1 times per second)

Heading Reference: Fluxgate, Magnetic Compass, NMEA Compass, or Satellite Compass
Resolution of the course: 1st
Heading detection: 0.5°