Product Details
SP-38 Hydraulic Autopilot Kit (SP38-17) by SI-TEX®. Includes Computer, Control Unit. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver great quality at an affordable cost.
Specifications
| Operating Voltage: 10 to 30 VDC |
| Power Consumption: Average 0.5 Amps, 3 Amps Peak (Lower consumption capability with low backlight setting) Drive Output: 20 Amps |
| Network: NMEA 2000 & Ethernet |
| Navigational Interface: NMEA 0183 & NMEA2000 input/Output |
| NMEA 0183 Output: Heading (10x per sec), Autopilot Status (1x per sec) |
| Heading Reference: Fluxgate, Magnetic Compass, NMEA Compass or Sat Compass |
| Course Resolution: 1° |
| Course Detection: 0.5° |
Features
- IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capability
- ADAPTIVE steering for sea conditions and varying vessel speeds
- AUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time & compass detection
- All SP-38 controllers and compass connections are via NMEA-2000 network, making installation simple
- The SP-38 is also compatible with NMEA-0183 connections as well
- Compatible with the Rudder feedback, Compass, and Drive Units from the SP-70 & SP-80 Series Autopilots
- Configurable for Fishing, Offshore Vessels, Workboats, Towboats, and Yacht’s
- WORK Mode suitable for Fishing Boats, Towboats and Workboats
- PRC- Proportional Rate Control feature provides gentle smooth steering response
- Multi-Station capability with security station lock
- SUNLIGHT viewable Color 5.7” LCD display
- NAV Mode provide adaptive precise track steering
- ALC – Automatic Leeway Compensation for Drift, Tide & Wind
- Fully compatible with onboard instruments and steering systems
- Optional Z-Drive interface allows 360 Azimuth drive interface
- Optional Automatic Bow-Thruster Control for hands free Sabiki Fishing or station keeping
- Multi-Language capability: English, Chinese, French, German, Norwegian, Spanish, Italian, Vietnamese, etc.
- Standard with Flush Mount kit, & Swivel mount bracket
- IP67 Waterproof – Control Head, TS38, & NF38
- RoHS & CE compliance for EMI and RFI immunity
- 9 level backlit LCD display
- LCD Display switches to Red Night Palette to protect Operators night vision
- Pre-defined parameter sets for full or semi-displacement, planning hulls, stern drives and sailboat applications
- Multiple steering parameters for Fast cruise, Slow cruise and Work modes
- Simple to use course knob with mechanical detent
- Automatic trim
- Adjustable yaw, turn rate and rudder settings
- PORT and STBD dodge buttons for collision avoidance
- Selection of remote-control units available, connect via the N2KNetwork
- Selection of Hi-Performance GPS Sat Compass units available
- Output for optional analog rudder angle indicator, up to 4 stations
- Fully compatible with onboard NMEA N2K devices and most steering systems
Whether it’s for a hard-working commercial boat, sportfishing yacht, inshore skiff, power cruiser or sailing vessel, SI-TEX® offers a variety of proven products for the job. SI-TEX offers a full line of electronics to meet the demands of today’s boater - including professional-grade radar systems, high-performance echosounders, MFD chartplotter/sounder/radars, precision GPS navigation systems, heading sensors, autopilots, VHF communications and more.