SI-TEX Standalone 8 Chartplotter System w/Color LCD, Internal & External GPS Antenna & C-MAP 4D Card

SI-TEX Standalone 8 | Dual-Antenna Charting Logic

SI-TEX Standalone 8 addresses the need for redundant GPS signal integrity by providing a specialized system with both internal and external GPS antennas. By integrating C-MAP 4D card capabilities, this engineering approach ensures that navigators maintain precise positioning and high-detail cartography even when the primary cabin structure blocks internal reception. The dedicated hardware focuses on navigational reliability over multimedia clutter, preventing the software-induced crashes often associated with overloaded multi-function systems in critical coastal transit.

When interfacing with existing NMEA backbones, the dual-antenna configuration requires specific port assignment to prevent data looping or position jitter. In offshore conditions, it’s vital to ensure the external antenna is mounted away from radar scanning planes to avoid signal blanking. The system’s daylight-viewable LCD relies on a consistent 12V supply; don’t underestimate the voltage drop on long cable runs, as low power can degrade display contrast and satellite lock times during cold-start sequences.

Technical Specifications

• Display: 8-inch color daylight-viewable LCD.
• Antenna: Dual internal and external GPS receivers.
• Cartography: C-MAP 4D high-detail card support.
• GPS: 50-channel WAAS-enabled positioning engine.
• Input: NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 compatibility.
• Mounting: Bracket or flush mount hardware included.
• Rating: IPX6 waterproof for open-cockpit use.