SI-TEX SP-70-8 Mechanical Dash Drive w/Built-In Feedback [SP-70-8]

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$4,999.00$4,199.99

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SI-TEX SP-70-8 Mechanical Dash Drive w/Built-In Feedback [SP-70-8]

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Type "T" Mechanical Dashboard Drive w/ Built-in Rudder Feedback
SP-70
Handheld Autopilot System
Low cost autopilot designed for easy installation

The SI-TEX SP-70 Autopilot will add relaxation to your cruising and fishing
activity. Designed for most any boat and easily installed on outboard,
inboard and sterndrive vessels with either hydraulic, or quadrant steering
systems.

  • Ultra-compact, waterproof Control, Unit has simple keypad operation
    and large LCD display of heading course, rudder angle, operating mode and
    error messages.
  • Control Unit can be used as dash-mounted keypad or quickly and easily
    removed from mounting bracket for use as a handheld portable.
  • Additional steering stations can be easily added with optional plug-in
    connectors.
  • Exceptionally easy to use. Just steer to desired course, press the PILOT
    key and the system takes over to steer you on your way. Automatically.
  • Built-in NMEA-0183 Loran/GPS interface for precise course-line
    navigation along routes.
  • Bold, backlit displays with ten levels of brightness for clear reading
    in any light.
  • Digital displays of rudder angle and operation mode in use, constantly
    giving you up-to-the-minute operating status.
  • Automatic Sea State and Trim Controls and ten selectable levels of
    rudder sensitivity with high and low speed settings for smooth, precise
    steering.
  • Rudder feedback verifies autopilot's commands.
  • Ghost Rudder backup allows autopilot to use memory of rudder movements
    to calculate new movements in event of rudder feedback failure.
  • Heading Output feature allows you to stabilize radar display.
  • Built-in diagnostic and self tests, plus visual and audible alarms.
  • Power Steering mode offers convenient push-button steering. Stand By
    mode for manual steering situations.
  • Optional analog Rudder Angle Indicator for easy, at-a-glance reading of
    exact rudder position.
  • Works with solenoid valves also.
  • Old Part # SP-70MT



Specifications:

  • Steering Type: Cable/Solenoid
  • Box Dimensions: 13"H x 20"W x 24"L WT: 24.9 lbs


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