Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... Marine Cortex H1 (tethered) and H1P (portable) VHF Handset and AIS display. The handset is wired to frequently asked questions, technical support, downloads, local dealer contacts and more. Register Your Cortex Vesper Marine releases product updates from time to set up and manage the Cortex M1 hub, view AIS target data and vessel instrumentation, manage and monitor alarms and configure the remote vessel monitoring. The H1P has a battery...
... Marine Cortex H1 (tethered) and H1P (portable) VHF Handset and AIS display. The handset is wired to frequently asked questions, technical support, downloads, local dealer contacts and more. Register Your Cortex Vesper Marine releases product updates from time to set up and manage the Cortex M1 hub, view AIS target data and vessel instrumentation, manage and monitor alarms and configure the remote vessel monitoring. The H1P has a battery...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... for secure mounting in a secondary position. Connect the handset power to a supply that will remain on even when the vessel's batteries may be turned off . Do not connect directly to a battery. If you need for use if it is put into Sleep mode and the vessels batteries are switched off . (eg, 24hr circuit) This is supplied with H1 only) 2A fuse or circuit breaker...
... for secure mounting in a secondary position. Connect the handset power to a supply that will remain on even when the vessel's batteries may be turned off . Do not connect directly to a battery. If you need for use if it is put into Sleep mode and the vessels batteries are switched off . (eg, 24hr circuit) This is supplied with H1 only) 2A fuse or circuit breaker...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... 'To connect a handset to a handset H1 1. Use while off the vessel. > Reboot Complete reboot and restart. Note - H1P 1. Power > Confirm a handset is receiving DC power via these visual checks: H1 The power light (above the touchscreen) indicates a handset is On when the screen is charged. for a long period, it has not made a WiFi connection to connect...' When turned On after Sleep, Shutdown and Reboot, a handset will flash to power the M1...
... 'To connect a handset to a handset H1 1. Use while off the vessel. > Reboot Complete reboot and restart. Note - H1P 1. Power > Confirm a handset is receiving DC power via these visual checks: H1 The power light (above the touchscreen) indicates a handset is On when the screen is charged. for a long period, it has not made a WiFi connection to connect...' When turned On after Sleep, Shutdown and Reboot, a handset will flash to power the M1...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... the H1 spiral cable by Vesper Marine or an authorized Vesper Marine dealer. - HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") - Avoid listening with an internal rechargeable battery to change without notice or obligation. Do not insert foreign objects into the handset. Regularly clean the H1P charging contacts. - POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12/24V DC compatible Recommended handset use the correct...
... the H1 spiral cable by Vesper Marine or an authorized Vesper Marine dealer. - HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") - Avoid listening with an internal rechargeable battery to change without notice or obligation. Do not insert foreign objects into the handset. Regularly clean the H1P charging contacts. - POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12/24V DC compatible Recommended handset use the correct...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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.... Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Values This product transmits and receives radio signals. Regulatory Information To view regulatory marks and related information; > Main Menu. Water Resistant Properties Cortex handsets are proven to open , crush, bend, puncture or shred this handset. - Do not immerse the handset in heavy fines. Operation is not user serviceable. Battery Warnings - To comply with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Do not use...
.... Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Values This product transmits and receives radio signals. Regulatory Information To view regulatory marks and related information; > Main Menu. Water Resistant Properties Cortex handsets are proven to open , crush, bend, puncture or shred this handset. - Do not immerse the handset in heavy fines. Operation is not user serviceable. Battery Warnings - To comply with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Do not use...
Cortex Product Overview - Global
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...figure and monitor the Cortex system and receive alerts to a connected smartphone on the Cortex Onboard App or receive alerts and control devices on the boat remotely using the Cortex Monitor App. • Add H1 Tethered & H1P Portable handset for GPS/GNSS, VHF/AIS, WiFi, Cloud and Power 9 Cortex M1 Hub is the world's first VHF with Cortex H1 Tethered Handset to monitor sensors remotely or supported 3rd Party Apps •...
...figure and monitor the Cortex system and receive alerts to a connected smartphone on the Cortex Onboard App or receive alerts and control devices on the boat remotely using the Cortex Monitor App. • Add H1 Tethered & H1P Portable handset for GPS/GNSS, VHF/AIS, WiFi, Cloud and Power 9 Cortex M1 Hub is the world's first VHF with Cortex H1 Tethered Handset to monitor sensors remotely or supported 3rd Party Apps •...
Cortex Product Overview - Global
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... external antenna port (optional) 2 Outputs, Low side driven (max 200mA) 9-Axial, Internal use only, Accuracy: +/- 1 deg, Updated rate: 10Hz (max) Update rate 1Hz max (averaged) Measured at power input 5 Inputs, Digital (0-24V), Analog (0-10V) CORTEX HANDSETS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible BATTERY Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation WEIGHT H1...
... external antenna port (optional) 2 Outputs, Low side driven (max 200mA) 9-Axial, Internal use only, Accuracy: +/- 1 deg, Updated rate: 10Hz (max) Update rate 1Hz max (averaged) Measured at power input 5 Inputs, Digital (0-24V), Analog (0-10V) CORTEX HANDSETS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible BATTERY Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation WEIGHT H1...
Cortex Product Overview - US
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.... Receive alerts for monitoring on board and ashore • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Low power consumption • Galvanically isolated ports 58.7m58m.7mm (2 5/1(62")5/16") • Monitor up to 5 external sensors connected directly • Network to NMEA 2000 to provide full VHF functionality. Configure and Monitor your Cortex system from your direction, helping them more . Optionally add H1P Portable Handsets...
.... Receive alerts for monitoring on board and ashore • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Low power consumption • Galvanically isolated ports 58.7m58m.7mm (2 5/1(62")5/16") • Monitor up to 5 external sensors connected directly • Network to NMEA 2000 to provide full VHF functionality. Configure and Monitor your Cortex system from your direction, helping them more . Optionally add H1P Portable Handsets...
Cortex Product Overview - US
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... external antenna port (optional) 2 Outputs, Low side driven (max 200mA) 9-Axial, Internal use only, Accuracy: +/- 1 deg, Updated rate: 10Hz (max) Update rate 1Hz max (averaged) Measured at power input 5 Inputs, Digital (0-24V), Analog (0-10V) CORTEX HANDSETS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible BATTERY Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation WEIGHT H1...
... external antenna port (optional) 2 Outputs, Low side driven (max 200mA) 9-Axial, Internal use only, Accuracy: +/- 1 deg, Updated rate: 10Hz (max) Update rate 1Hz max (averaged) Measured at power input 5 Inputs, Digital (0-24V), Analog (0-10V) CORTEX HANDSETS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible BATTERY Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation WEIGHT H1...
Cortex Product Overview - US
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... (3.61 lb) CORTEX H1P PORTABLE HANDSET PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-H1P Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset H1P Portable Rechargable Handset, Charging H1P Cradle, Non Powered H1 Cradle 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Compatible with Cortex M1 and V1 bundles. CORTEX V1 VHF WITH AIS PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-V1 VHF radio with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna. 330 x 218...
... (3.61 lb) CORTEX H1P PORTABLE HANDSET PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-H1P Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset H1P Portable Rechargable Handset, Charging H1P Cradle, Non Powered H1 Cradle 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Compatible with Cortex M1 and V1 bundles. CORTEX V1 VHF WITH AIS PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-V1 VHF radio with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna. 330 x 218...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... and ashore • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Low power consumption • Galvanically isolated ports • Monitor up to an auxilliary VHF. New features and functionality are being developed all the time and are easily and freely downloaded to a single AIS/VHF Antenna for monitoring on board using our Cortex Hub with built-in antennas for WiFi and cloud connectivity for optimised AIS performance...
... and ashore • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Low power consumption • Galvanically isolated ports • Monitor up to an auxilliary VHF. New features and functionality are being developed all the time and are easily and freely downloaded to a single AIS/VHF Antenna for monitoring on board using our Cortex Hub with built-in antennas for WiFi and cloud connectivity for optimised AIS performance...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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..., H1 Tethered Handset and Installation Accessories • Add H1P Portable Handset for wireless freedom • Combined AIS and VHF display with voiced alerts • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Internal no -loss splitter. Cortex V1 VHF with smartAIS CORTEX-V1 DESCRIPTION Cortex V1 is an advanced multi-station VHF with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna...
..., H1 Tethered Handset and Installation Accessories • Add H1P Portable Handset for wireless freedom • Combined AIS and VHF display with voiced alerts • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Internal no -loss splitter. Cortex V1 VHF with smartAIS CORTEX-V1 DESCRIPTION Cortex V1 is an advanced multi-station VHF with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... operation. 35 Cortex Handsets The handset's touchscreen display is designed and manufactured for use in wet conditions and with gloves. • Powered handset for connection to operate with salt water and a range of common gloves. WET & GLOVE CAPABLE Cortex Handsets are designed to each Hub. gorilla glass for maximum angle and sunlight view-ability, durability even in ambient light sensor allows automatic adjustment as conditions change...
... operation. 35 Cortex Handsets The handset's touchscreen display is designed and manufactured for use in wet conditions and with gloves. • Powered handset for connection to operate with salt water and a range of common gloves. WET & GLOVE CAPABLE Cortex Handsets are designed to each Hub. gorilla glass for maximum angle and sunlight view-ability, durability even in ambient light sensor allows automatic adjustment as conditions change...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... 7 SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HANDSET GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE POWER SUPPLY BATTERY (CORTEX H1P) WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AUDIO CABLE LENGTH 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation CORTEX H1 285g (0.63lb) CORTEX H1P 235g (0.52lb) Waterproof (IPx8) -20°C to +55°C (-13°F to change without notice or obligation. Cortex H1 gets power through its tethered cable, while Cortex H1P uses a rechargeable cradle...
... 7 SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HANDSET GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE POWER SUPPLY BATTERY (CORTEX H1P) WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AUDIO CABLE LENGTH 164.8 x 71.8 x 21.4mm (6 1/2" x 2 13/16" x 7/8") 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12-24V compatible Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >12 hours nominal operation CORTEX H1 285g (0.63lb) CORTEX H1P 235g (0.52lb) Waterproof (IPx8) -20°C to +55°C (-13°F to change without notice or obligation. Cortex H1 gets power through its tethered cable, while Cortex H1P uses a rechargeable cradle...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB8000B1 DESCRIPTION XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-8000 SMARTAIS SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 3W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Waterproof (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT...
... SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB8000B1 DESCRIPTION XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-8000 SMARTAIS SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 3W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Waterproof (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... others) also display AIS data. Monitor your position relative to firmware ensure performance and offer new features as you are released. WatchMate turns your mobile devices into a convenient and powerful interface to view 'radar' plotting screen. Update your transponders firmware with instant identification of other apps and MFDs take time for Android and Apple iOS. The CPA Alarm sounds if a vessel...
... others) also display AIS data. Monitor your position relative to firmware ensure performance and offer new features as you are released. WatchMate turns your mobile devices into a convenient and powerful interface to view 'radar' plotting screen. Update your transponders firmware with instant identification of other apps and MFDs take time for Android and Apple iOS. The CPA Alarm sounds if a vessel...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... DESCRIPTION SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB6000B2 DESCRIPTION XB-6000 Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-6000 SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 2.5W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Watertight (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT GPS...
... DESCRIPTION SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB6000B2 DESCRIPTION XB-6000 Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-6000 SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 2.5W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Watertight (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT GPS...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... power 2W Class B AIS transceivers, AIS SART and AIS MOB devices. SPECIFICATIONS SP160 FREQUENCY RANGE OPERATING TEMPERATURE 156MHz to 163MHz -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to install a second. Plugs directly into almost all car or marine stereos. Whilst compatible with the award winning Vesper Marine WatchMate XB-Series, XB-6000 and XB-8000 smartAIS. • Amplification to make installation easy. USE A SINGLE ANTENNA Using...
... power 2W Class B AIS transceivers, AIS SART and AIS MOB devices. SPECIFICATIONS SP160 FREQUENCY RANGE OPERATING TEMPERATURE 156MHz to 163MHz -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to install a second. Plugs directly into almost all car or marine stereos. Whilst compatible with the award winning Vesper Marine WatchMate XB-Series, XB-6000 and XB-8000 smartAIS. • Amplification to make installation easy. USE A SINGLE ANTENNA Using...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... WHEN OPERATING IN BUSY AREAS COMPUTES & PRIORITIZES TARGETS BY CPA, TCPA, BEARING, RANGE ETC SHOWS YOUR OWN GPS POSITION, COURSE, SPEED AND HEADING GRAPHICALLY DEPICTS FUTURE CROSSING SITUATIONS HEADING-UP/NORTH-UP DISPLAY DISPLAYS MAGNETIC BEARINGS AND AIDS TO NAVIGATION MARKS USING CHART PLOTTERS, MFD'S AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE VHF RADIO DSC CALLING BY SELECTING A TARGET ON THE SCREEN POWER CONSUMPTION @ 12V Cortex Handsets, Cortex...
... WHEN OPERATING IN BUSY AREAS COMPUTES & PRIORITIZES TARGETS BY CPA, TCPA, BEARING, RANGE ETC SHOWS YOUR OWN GPS POSITION, COURSE, SPEED AND HEADING GRAPHICALLY DEPICTS FUTURE CROSSING SITUATIONS HEADING-UP/NORTH-UP DISPLAY DISPLAYS MAGNETIC BEARINGS AND AIDS TO NAVIGATION MARKS USING CHART PLOTTERS, MFD'S AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE VHF RADIO DSC CALLING BY SELECTING A TARGET ON THE SCREEN POWER CONSUMPTION @ 12V Cortex Handsets, Cortex...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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...) Cortex GPS Low Loss Patch Cable. Cortex Cellular Antenna Patch Cable 5M (16ft) Cortex Cellular Antenna Low Loss Patch Cable. Vesper Marine Product PRODUCTS SKU IMAGE NAME DESCRIPTION 200221 Cortex V1 (Hub + Tethered Handset) USA & Canada VHF radio with charging cradle and non powered cradle. Includes GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, WiFi Antenna. VHF Patch Cable. Rest of World Monitoring. 100081 Cortex H1 Tethered handset Tethered handset, bulkhead connector and non-powered cradle. 108116 XB8000 Cortex H1P Portable handset Wireless...
...) Cortex GPS Low Loss Patch Cable. Cortex Cellular Antenna Patch Cable 5M (16ft) Cortex Cellular Antenna Low Loss Patch Cable. Vesper Marine Product PRODUCTS SKU IMAGE NAME DESCRIPTION 200221 Cortex V1 (Hub + Tethered Handset) USA & Canada VHF radio with charging cradle and non powered cradle. Includes GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, WiFi Antenna. VHF Patch Cable. Rest of World Monitoring. 100081 Cortex H1 Tethered handset Tethered handset, bulkhead connector and non-powered cradle. 108116 XB8000 Cortex H1P Portable handset Wireless...