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SI-TEX GPS-915 Receiver – 72 Channel w/Large Color Display
SI-TEX GPS-915 Receiver delivers high-precision positioning through a 72-channel engine and a large color display, providing commercial and recreational mariners with reliable navigational data and waypoint management.
- GNSS Engine: 72-Channel High-Sensitivity Receiver.
- Display Specs: Large Sunlight Readable Color LCD Interface.
- Data Protocol: NMEA 2000 And Dual NMEA 0183 Ports.
- Storage Capacity: Supports Up To 10,000 Waypoints And 100 Routes.
- Power Efficiency: Low Power Consumption For Extended Vessel Use.
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Description
SI-TEX GPS-915 | 72-Channel High-Color Navigator
Reliable positional data and high-visibility mapping define the SI-TEX GPS-915, a 72-channel receiver engineered to function as a standalone command node for coastal vessels. By utilizing a large, high-resolution color display, this unit solves the legibility issues found in compact handhelds or crowded MFDs. Its internal logic is optimized for rapid satellite acquisition and WAAS differential correction, ensuring that cross-track error (XTE) and course-over-ground (COG) data remain stable even in high-traffic maritime corridors where multi-path signal interference can degrade the accuracy of standard internal GPS antennas.
Regarding system integration, you’ve got to ensure the GPS-915 is on a filtered power circuit, as the 72-channel processor is sensitive to the electrical noise generated by older windlasses or unshielded engine alternators. I’ve seen data-drift occur when the unit is mounted too close to a high-output VHF radio; maintain at least 3 feet of separation to prevent RF interference from corrupting the NMEA 0183 output. Always verify that your waypoint data is backed up via the internal memory, and use the NMEA 2000 output to synchronize your autopilot with the GPS-915’s high-precision heading data for consistent navigational tracking.
Technical Specifications
- Receiver: 72-channel high-sensitivity GNSS.
- Display: Large high-definition color LCD.
- Protocol: NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000.
- Correction: WAAS and EGNOS differential logic.
- Memory: 10,000 waypoint and 100 route.
- Rating: IPX6 rated waterproof front panel.
- Voltage: 10-35 VDC wide-range input.
SI-TEX GPS-915 Receiver - 72 Channel w/Large Color Display Specs
| Brand | SI-TEX |
| Model Name | GPS-915 |
| Part Number/SKU | 68614 |
| Technology Category | Color GPS/GNSS Receiver |
| Display Size & Type | 4.3" Color TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 480 x 272 pixels |
| Brightness | High-Resolution Sunlight Readable |
| Processor/Engine | 72-Channel Parallel Receiver |
| Operating System | Proprietary Nav Data OS |
| Sonar Compatibility | N/A |
| Mapping/Charts | Track Plotter (10,000 Waypoints / 100 Routes) |
| NMEA Interface | 2x NMEA 0183 Ports |
| Networking Ports | NMEA 0183 (Data1/Data2) |
| Wireless | None |
| Voltage Input | 10.8 to 31.2 V DC |
| Power Draw | 4.5 W or less (@ 24V DC) |
| Waterproofing | IPX4 (Display) / IPX6 (Antenna) |
| Physical Dimensions | 146 x 174 x 92 mm |
| Cut-out Dimensions | 134 x 134 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs (0.93 kg) |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan (Koden Electronics) |
| Standard Warranty | 2 Years |
SI-TEX GPS-915 72-Channel Receiver Guide
The SI-TEX GPS-915 is a high-precision 72-channel GNSS receiver featuring a brilliant color display designed for dedicated navigation and waypoint management.
It features a large high-resolution color LCD that is easy to read in direct sunlight, providing clear tracking of your vessel's course and speed.
Yes, it offers NMEA 0183 connectivity, allowing you to share GPS position data with your VHF radio for DSC emergency functionality or other bridge electronics.
The unit allows for extensive waypoint and route storage, making it an ideal primary or backup navigation tool for coastal and offshore boaters.
The GPS-915 is typically bundled with a high-sensitivity external GPS antenna to ensure a fast satellite fix even in obstructed helm locations.
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