User Codes for the SI-TEX SP-70 & SP-80
BLED
Bleed mode. See Set-up section.
[NTR
Center the rudder
DTST
Drive Test Display
EEPR
Faulty EEPROM. The autopilot will not function. The processor has
failed. Have your autopilot serviced by a SI-TEX dealer.
FAST
Momentarily indicates FAST MODE has been selected
FC (digit) (digit)*
Fast mode counter rudder value
F’CM P
The fluxgate or the magnetic compass sensor is faulty and must be
serviced. Contact your nearest SI-TEX dealer.
F’DAT
The autopilot is in NAV MODE. The navigation device is sending the
autopilot a warning signal indicating that the navigation data may be
faulty.
C
HECK: The navigation device (LORAN, GPS) for warning signals such
as a flashing display, a blinking light, or a warning message. You may be
able to correct the problem using information from the owner’s manual for
the device.
It is strongly recommended that you do not continue to operate the SI-
TEX SP-70 or SP-80 Autopilot in N
AV MODE while it is displaying this error
message.
FLUX
Fluxgate compass detected.
FR (digit) (digit)*
Fast mode rudder value
F’RST
Full reset. The SP-70 or SP-80 requires that the Set-up Routine be
repeated. After the Set-up Routine is done, the problem should be fixed.
If this error message continues to occur, take your Autopilot to a SI-TEX
dealer for servicing.
GHrd
Ghost Rudder active. The Rudder Feedback has failed and the Ghost
Rudder program is running. Your Autopilot will work but the quality of
steering control will not be as good.
C
HECK: The Rudder Feedback wiring at the Processor.
Cancel the alarm using the Pilot Key. The message will reappear
whenever the SP-70 or SP-80 is in Pilot Mode. The digital and analog
RAI will not work.
X8
The battery voltage is more than 40 volts. If this problem is not fixed, the
Processor could be damaged. You could damage your battery if you do
not fix this problem.
C
HECK: Your batteries fluid level and the regulator in your generating
system.
XEAD*
Faulty Head
XEYS
Stuck key in the control head.
X0 P
Request Rudder Hard Over Port.
X0 S
Request Rudder Hard Over Starboard.