Specifications

80 AUTOPILOTS
SMARTPILOT INBOARD AUTOPILOT SYSTEMS
Next to choosing the boat itself, choosing the
right autopilot can be one of the most important
decisions a boat owner has to make. With a vast
array of autopilot models and configurations to
choose from, selecting the right autopilot can
seem like a daunting task. The following pages are
designed to help you choose the right Raymarine
SmartPilot, system for your boat.
An inboard autopilot system consists of three
elements:
Autopilot Control Head
This is the display unit you use to control your
autopilot system. Raymarine offers a number of
options, including multiple control heads, as well as
full-function remotes and joystick controls.
Course Computer
The course computer is the central intelligence hub
of the autopilot system, linking the autopilot control
head to the drive unit.
Every SPX system – from the largest SPX-30 to
the entry-level SPX-5 – comes with a rate gyro to
provide the best possible performance.
SPX uses Advanced Steering Technology (AST),
which intelligently monitors the yaw of the vessel
and actually anticipates course changes as well as
ensuring razor-sharp course keeping.
SPX features Raymarine’s proven AutoLearn
function, so the pilot automatically understands
the vessel’s steering characteristics, simplifying
calibration and allowing the vessel to constantly
adapt to changing sea conditions.
Smart Rudder Sense™
SPX is enabled with Smart Rudder Sense
TM
technology allowing precise steering without the
use of a rudder feedback sensor. This innovative
feature is ideal for outboard engines and
installations that can not fit a rudder sensor.
Drive Unit
The drive unit is the part that interfaces with your
vessel's steering system to keep you on the right
course. Raymarine has a broad range of drive units
to match almost any type of steering system.
Over the next few pages, we'll explain
the factors to consider when choosing
each of these parts of your system.
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