**As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician. Please submit the form below for programming at the time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI Registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form. **
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Cortex M1- Full Class B SOTDMA SmartAIS Transponder with Remote Vessel Monitoring - Only Works in North America
Full Class B SOTDMA with smartAIS send and receive and integrated no-loss splitter. Monitor and control onboard systems and keep alerted on board or ashore from your smartphone.
Features:
- This Cortex model is made to function ONLY in North America
- Add H1P portable handset for full VHF capability
- Built-in Class B SOTDMA with no-loss antenna splitter
- Built-in WiFi and Cellular connectivity on monitoring onboard and ashore
- Low power consumption hub
- 10Hz GPS antenna
- Monitor up to 5 sensors connected directly
- Network to NMEA2000 to monitor sensors remotely and receive Man Overboard alarms from other devices
The Intelligent Boat
- SOTDMA smartAIS transponder with remote vessel monitoring and control
Smart & Connected
- Predicts collisions with other vessels and knows when someone falls overboard
- Knows when your anchor is dragging and will tell you when something is wrong, whether you're onboard or ashore
- Cortex is the brain of your boat
The smartAIS Advantage
- smartAIS consumes very low power and continuously alerts even if your power intensive MFD or smartphone is switched off
- smartAIS proactively alerts you of potential collisions, anchor drag and man overboard situations
Collision Prevention
- smartAIS combines GPS, AIS and heading data with smart logic to proactively warns you of collision risks
- Clearly see the highest risk vessels
- When using a Cortex handset, smartphone, or tablet, make trial maneuvers to see a simulation of where and when your paths will cross
Anchor Watch
- Sleep soundly or explore with abandon knowing that your boat is exactly where you anchored
- By combining your position and heading, Cortex will determine if your anchor drags
- When your boat moves outside your anchor swing radius the alarm will sound on Cortex handsets and your smartphone
- Receive alerts while ashore via the Cortex Monitor App on your smartphone
- Cortex will keep watch and alert you about changes in water depth, wind speed, or direction while you are anchored
Man Overboard (MOB)
- When Cortex detects an AIS MOB activation it immediately sounds the alarm
- Compatible with all AIS MOBs, you will see where the MOB was first activated along with continuous updates to its location, bearing, and range
- Get clear information and take the best course
- Label AIS MOB devices with crew names for easy identification
- Pressing the dedicated MOB button activates a trackback mode on all handsets and marks the MOB on NMEA 2000 connected MFDs
Advanced SOTDMA Technology
- SOTDMA is the latest AIS technology with 5W power output, making your boat visible over a longer distance
- With faster and more frequent transmissions of your position to other vessels, you'll be safer, especially at speeds of over 14 knots
Connect via WiFi
- Receive alerts on your smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch anywhere onboard
- Connect up to 10 WiFi devices to receive and manage alarms, view AIS information and instrument data
- Integrate Cortex to your NMEA 2000 network and use your mobile devices to view information your instruments provide
10Hz GPS Update Rate
- With 10Hz GPS updates, your vessel position is more accurately plotted
- When you connect other devices to your Cortex GPS using NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183, all onboard equipment benefits from the superfast GPS
Integrated No-Loss Splitter
- The integrated no-loss splitter allows you to share a single antenna with another VHF and delivers optimum performance for both your VHF and AIS
Low Power Consumption
- With low input power, you can keep the Cortex always on, so you are always visible and always watching
- Receive alerts without the need for power-hungry MFDs
Cortex Will Get Smarter.
- New features and capabilities are downloaded automatically to the Cortex Onboard app for easy updates to Cortex via WiFi whenever convenient
Remote vessel monitoring and control
- See your boat's status, receive alerts, and control devices
Easy setup, no fee
- With built-in sensors, you can see twice-daily updates of your boat's location, battery level, true heading, ambient temperature, and barometric pressure
- Connect to your NMEA network and monitor more - wind speed direction and water depth
- As long as your smartphone and boat have cellular access, you can know your boat is safe and secure
- No subscription, no hassle
Real-time monitoring and control
- Subscribe to a Cortex Monitor Plan to receive alerts, see real-time information about your boat, and remotely control devices like lighting, air conditioning, refrigeration, or ice-makers
- Whether you've left your boat, at anchor, or at the marina, know exactly where it is and what's happening onboard
The world's most advanced VHF radio
- Upgrade to the future of VHF
- The Cortex is VHF-ready, simply add wireless H1P handsets to enjoy the power of VHF and AIS combined
