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Cortex® V1 Hub VHF Radio with smartAIS® Transponder and Remote Vessel Monitoring

Cortex® V1 Hub VHF Radio with smartAIS® Transponder and Remote Vessel Monitoring

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A REVOLUTION IN VHF MARINE COMMUNICATION

It will change your VHF experience forever. With an intuitive touchscreen handset engineered for durability, the Cortex V1 communications hub integrates strong, clear audio with the power of AIS collision avoidance — plus remote systems monitoring and control from onboard or ashore.

With up to 85 dBA of crystal-clear audio power, the Cortex V1 system delivers superior sound quality.

The included Cortex H1 handset offers easy one-hand operation with touchscreen, click-wheel and select keys.

A built-in AIS transponder proactively warns you of certain collision threats with voiced alerts.

Quickly initiate DSC direct calls by tapping the AIS boat symbol on the handset’s touchscreen.

Cortex apps let you monitor boat systems, receive alerts and remotely control devices from your compatible smartphone.

The NMEA 2000® network allows you to view Cortex data on your connected MFDs and chartplotters.

VHF, AIS AND MONITORING

Cortex V1 is an advanced multi-station VHF radio with remote monitoring and control. It includes a Cortex® M1 hub and Cortex H1 tethered handset. Connect additional Cortex handsets (sold separately) for even more freedom and control on board.


COLLISION AVOIDANCE

The Cortex system continuously monitors AIS information from other boats and calculates crossing situations, generates collision alarms and provides easy-to-understand avoidance cues. Data from its built-in heading sensor is also broadcast, so other vessels can clearly identify which direction your boat is moving.


VHF VOICE FLEXIBILITY

Both portable and power-tethered style Cortex handsets connect wirelessly via Wi-Fi® technology to the Cortex M1 hub. Keep a portable handset with you for continual VHF communications access from anywhere on your boat.


ONE-TOUCH DSC

Cortex lets you initiate DSC direct calls with other vessels by simply tapping the vessel icon on your handset. Initiate VHF calls to friends or quickly hail another vessel when every second counts.


ANCHOR WATCH

Whether you’re onboard or ashore, you can know for sure that your boat is securely anchored. The smartAIS transponder accurately tracks boat movement, heading and bow position, alerting you if your anchor drags.


VHF, CLEAR AND LOUD

The Cortex VHF radio puts out up to 85 dBA of powerful, crystal-clear audio, so you won’t miss critical communications.


HORN AND LOUDSPEAKER

Need to catch someone’s attention? Easily sound preset horn signals or speak through your loudspeaker with any Cortex handset or the Cortex Onboard smart-device app.


HANDSETS ANYWHERE YOU NEED THEM

Multiple Cortex H1 and Cortex H1P™ handsets can be connected to each hub. Up to five can connect directly to the Cortex network, with an additional five through an existing boat network for increased range on larger vessels.


NEVER MISS A WORD

The Cortex system’s cutting-edge SquelchEQ control is constantly adjusting for optimum listening performance, while its unique omni watch actively listens to all VHF frequency channels simultaneously and records each active channel for a playback period. With Cortex, you’ll truly never miss a word.

INTUITIVE CONTROL

Designed for simplicity with easy-to-understand screens and step-by-step data flows during critical situations, the Cortex hub makes advanced features easy to use.


VOICED ALERTS

Instead of ambiguous bells or tones, you'll hear a voice prompt to tell you what the alert is for. In case of a potential collision, you’ll also be told the direction of the threat, so you’ll quickly know where to look.


DEDICATED MAN OVERBOARD (MOB)

MOB can be manually activated by using the dedicated MOB button on the Cortex handset, Cortex Onboard smart-device app or automatically from an AIS MOB beacon — which launches a trackback mode for quick retrieval.


WET AND GLOVE CAPABLE

Wet hands? Wearing gloves? Cortex handsets are designed to be glove friendly, and they’re built to operate in all types of saltwater or freshwater marine environments.


ONE-HAND OPERATION

Cortex handsets are equipped with a click-wheel, ergonomic design and grip enhancing exterior, so you can use the device while keeping one hand on the helm wheel or tiller.


RESPONSIVE MULTI-TOUCH

Cortex touchscreen handsets provide responsive multi-touch, pinch-to-zoom and panning control, ensuring fast, smooth navigation and intuitive operation.

RUGGED, DURABLE DESIGN

Water-rated to IPX7 standards (resists water ingression when submerged up to 30 minutes in up to one meter of water), the Cortex hub’s thermal polymer housing is heat- and corrosion-resistant — so it can be safely mounted anywhere onboard. The Cortex handsets are IPX8 water-rated, too.


LOW POWER CONSUMPTION

Engineered for minimal power consumption at just 500mA, the Cortex hub can stay on full-time to keep you informed. It will alert you even when your MFD is turned off — ideal if you need to conserve power when anchored or on a long voyage.


OUTSHINES EXTREME DAYLIGHT

The bright, optically bonded LCD screen offers brilliant daylight visibility and a wide viewing angle. A built in ambient light sensor allows automatic adjustment as conditions change.


GALVANIC ISOLATION

Galvanically isolated ports and internal components protect your Cortex hub and connected equipment from electrical shorts and circuit damage in the corrosive marine environment.


MULTICONSTELLATION GNSS

With fast 10Hz GPS updates that keep up with your vessel, your vessel position is plotted using multiple global satellite networks. Using the NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183 networks, all onboard equipment benefits from the Cortex system’s superfast GPS capability.


12- AND 24-VOLT OPERATION

Cortex will operate on 12- and 24-volt power supplies, making it easily plug-and-play compatible with most electrical systems on vessels of all sizes.

MONITOR SYSTEMS

See status and history of built-in and connected sensors. Monitor bilge, security, power and other instruments. Set alarms and alarm thresholds, review data history and know when the sensor was last active.


BUILT-IN SENSORS

GPS, heading sensor, battery sensor and barometer provide valuable out-of-the-box information on and off the boat as soon as you plug in and configure your Cortex system.


NETWORKED SENSORS

Simply connect to your boat’s NMEA 2000 network to monitor1 factors such as wind speed and direction, or water depth from your other onboard devices.


EXTERNAL SENSORS

Your imagination is the limit —connect with sensors to monitor bilge activity and level, shore power, security systems and more (external sensors sold separately).


CORTEX MONITOR APP

Download the Cortex Monitor app from the Apple Store® or Google Play Store, and use your smartphone or tablet to monitor your vessel and receive alerts1.


GEO-FENCING

Drawing upon the strength of the Cortex Monitor smart-device app and relying on the information being broadcast from your boat, know where your boat is — and if it’s where it should be1. Get an alert if it moves outside a designated area.


CONTROL DEVICES

Connect with the Cortex Monitor app to remotely control devices such as lights, air conditioning and ice makers on your boat by connecting them to your Cortex system.


REAL-TIME UPDATES

Cortex sends updates to the cloud, allowing you to receive status information and alerts directly on your compatible smartphone or tablet.


LITE SUBSCRIPTION LEVEL

A Cortex Monitor app lite subscription is free with your Cortex package. View twice-daily updates on your Cortex system. See alarms from within the Cortex Monitor app.


PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION LEVEL

See real-time updates on the Cortex Monitor app. Receive instant alarm notifications and control onboard devices. Access advanced features like geofence and anchor watch. A Cortex Monitor app premium subscription is available on a monthly or annual basis.


NMEA NETWORK GATEWAY

Cortex can receive and broadcast network data — or translate it between NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 networks. This makes it compatible with devices on either of those networks — plus it can link via built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity. Receive alerts directly on your compatible devices from anywhere onboard.


CONNECT TO ROAMING

Connect to a boat network with cell or satellite data to roam where Cortex cellular data connectivity cannot reach.


MONITORING MADE EASY

Register your compatible smartphone or tablet with Cortex Monitor, pairing it to your Cortex hub. Then use the Cortex Monitor app to remotely monitor your boat through built-in and connected sensors to your Cortex hub. Upgrade to a Premium subscription to get access to anchor watch and receive real-time push notifications.


Specifications:

     

    Feature Specification
    General  
    Transmitter frequency error Less than 300 Hz
    Unit size M1: 168 x 168 x 58.7 mm (6 5/8” x 6 5/8” x 2 5/16” )
    H1/H1P: 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4 mm (6 1/2” x 2 13/16” x 7/8”)
    Weight M1: 770 g (1.7 lbs)
    H1: 285 g (0.63 lb)
    H1P: 235 g (0.52 lb)
    Water rating M1: IPX7; H1/H1P: IPX8
    Operating voltage H1/H1P: 12-24V compatible
    Current draw 12V: 6A max, 700mA nom
    Operating temperature -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to 131°F)
    VHF voice ATIS
    Ant connector SO239
    Splitter Max input power: 25 W
    Insertion loss: RX 0dB, TX < 2dB
    Splitter connector BNC
    VHF Voice  
    VHF frequency range Tx 156.025–161.600 MHz
    VHF frequency range Rx 156.050–163.275 MHz
    Dedicated Rx VHF channels 3
    VHF power output 25 W, 1 W (high, low)
    Region U.S., Canada, International
    Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) -116 dBm
    Adjacent VHF channel selectivity 80 dB
    Spurious response 70 dB
    VHF intermodulation 70 dB
    Spurious emissions Less than -80 dBc (at 25 W)
    Max audio output power 10 W, < 1% THD
    Max antenna gain 6 dBi
    Class D DSC  
    Class Class D
    Dedicated Rx DSC channels 1
    Sensitivity (1% BER) -113 dBm
    Adjacent DSC channel selectivity 80 dB
    DSC intermodulation 70 dB
    AIS  
    Class SOTDMA Class B
    Dedicated Rx AIS channels 2
    Frequency range 156.025 - 162.025 MHz
    AIS power output 5W
    AIS Sensitivity (20% PER) -113 dBm
    Adjacent AIS channel selectivity 80 dB
    AIS intermodulation 67 dB
    GNSS  
    GNSS sensitivity -167 dBm
    Constellations GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galilleo
    Channels 72
    Differential support SBAS, WAAS, EGS
    Navigation rate 10 Hz
    Connector SMA
    Certifications IEC 61108
    Features anti-jamming, anti-spoofing
    Networking  
    NMEA 2000® Gateway 1 isolated micro-C male port, AIS, GPS & MOB PGN output, gateway translations to/from NMEA 0183
    NMEA 2000® LEN 2
    NMEA 0183 detail 1 isolated NMEA 0183 port, AIS & GPS sentences, gateway translations to/from NMEA 2000®, 4800/38400 baud
    Wireless security WPA2 Personal
    Cloud connectivity LTE-Cat1 with 3G fallback (U.S., Canada), 3G (Europe, Asia), integrated SIM, integrated antenna, SMA-RP external antenna port
    Control outputs 2; low side driven (max 150mA)
    Sensors  
    Ambient light sensor Yes
    NMEA 2000 Compatible Yes
    Heading 9-axial, accuracy: +/- 10 deg, updated rate: 10 Hz (max)
    Barometer update rate 1Hz max (averaged)
    Battery voltage measured at power input
    External sensor inputs 5; Digital (0-24V), analog (0-17V)
    Audio  
    Supported functions VHF RX, Alarms
    Amplifier M1: 10W Class D, THD < 1% 4 ohm,
    H1/H1P: 3W Class D amplifier, THD < 5% @ 85dBA
    External speaker 10W, 4 ohm
    External loudspeaker 30W, 4 ohm
    Display  
    Screen LCD TFT Si, 640 x 800, 24-bit color
    Touch capacitive, optically-bonded to LCD
    Touch feature glove and salt water operable
    Cable length 6 ft
    Channel 16 shortcut Yes
    Electrical Features  
    Compass-safe distance standard 31.5" (80 cm), steering 15.7 (40 cm)
    Connections  
    Connections Wireless Connectivity access point for up to 5 handsets (max 10 devices total), simultaneous client mode, 2.4 GHz, 802.11b/g/n, integrated antenna, SMA-RP external antenna port (optional)
    Instrument Features  
    Backlight 600 cd/m2

     

    In the Box:

    • M1 Hub
    • H1 tethered handset
    • H1 handset cradle
    • H1 bulkhead fitting kit
    • GPS antenna
    • Power cable
    • Audio cable
    • External sensors cable
    • External Wi-Fi® antenna

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