**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:
The Intelligent Boat
Smart & Connected
The smartAIS Advantage
Collision Prevention
Anchor Watch
Man Overboard (MOB)
Advanced SOTDMA Technology
Connect via WiFi
10Hz GPS Update Rate
Integrated No-Loss Splitter
Low Power Consumption
Cortex Will Get Smarter.
Remote vessel monitoring and control
Easy setup, no fee
Real-time monitoring and control
The world's most advanced VHF radio
This Cortex model is made to function ONLY in North AmericaAdd H1P portable handset for full VHF capabilityBuilt-in Class B SOTDMA with no-loss antenna splitterBuilt-in WiFi and Cellular connectivity on monitoring onboard and ashoreLow power consumption hub10Hz GPS antennaMonitor up to 5 sensors connected directlyNetwork to NMEA2000 to monitor sensors remotely and receive Man Overboard alarms from other devicesSOTDMA smartAIS transponder with remote vessel monitoring and controlPredicts 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 boatsmartAIS consumes very low power and continuously alerts even if your power intensive MFD or smartphone is switched offsmartAIS proactively alerts you of potential collisions, anchor drag and man overboard situationssmartAIS combines GPS, AIS and heading data with smart logic to proactively warns you of collision risksClearly 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 crossSleep soundly or explore with abandon knowing that your boat is exactly where you anchoredBy 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 smartphoneCortex will keep watch and alert you about changes in water depth, wind speed, or direction while you are anchoredWhen Cortex detects an AIS MOB activation it immediately sounds the alarmCompatible 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 courseLabel AIS MOB devices with crew names for easy identificationPressing the dedicated MOB button activates a trackback mode on all handsets and marks the MOB on NMEA 2000 connected MFDsSOTDMA is the latest AIS technology with 5W power output, making your boat visible over a longer distanceWith faster and more frequent transmissions of your position to other vessels, you'll be safer, especially at speeds of over 14 knotsReceive alerts on your smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch anywhere onboardConnect up to 10 WiFi devices to receive and manage alarms, view AIS information and instrument dataIntegrate Cortex to your NMEA 2000 network and use your mobile devices to view information your instruments provideWith 10Hz GPS updates, your vessel position is more accurately plottedWhen you connect other devices to your Cortex GPS using NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183, all onboard equipment benefits from the superfast GPSThe integrated no-loss splitter allows you to share a single antenna with another VHF and delivers optimum performance for both your VHF and AISWith 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 MFDsNew features and capabilities are downloaded automatically to the Cortex Onboard app for easy updates to Cortex via WiFi whenever convenientSee your boat's status, receive alerts, and control devicesWith built-in sensors, you can see twice-daily updates of your boat's location, battery level, true heading, ambient temperature, and barometric pressureConnect to your NMEA network and monitor more - wind speed direction and water depthAs long as your smartphone and boat have cellular access, you can know your boat is safe and secure No subscription, no hassleSubscribe 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-makersWhether you've left your boat, at anchor, or at the marina, know exactly where it is and what's happening onboardUpgrade to the future of VHF The Cortex is VHF-ready, simply add wireless H1P handsets to enjoy the power of VHF and AIS combined 
