Garmin Cortex® external alarm kit and silent button

This kit is designed to enhance safety on board your boat by providing clear audible alerts and immediate control in critical situations. It includes a powerful external alarm and a button to temporarily disable it.

The kit includes an external alarm that emits an audible tone and a mute button to temporarily silence the external alarm.

The external alarm is triggered as soon as the Cortex M1 hub, to which it is connected, detects a risk. These risks may include collision threats, mooring issues, or man-overboard (MOB) situations.

The mute button allows you to temporarily silence the external alarm when it is triggered, providing immediate control over sound alerts based on the situation on board.

The Cortex M1 hub can detect various threats such as collision risks, anchoring issues (anchor dragging) or man-overboard (MOB) situations, thereby triggering the external alarm.

Cortex alarms follow a progressive escalation process: they start with voice alerts (for example, "Collision alert, port bow"), then increase in volume and end with a buzzer sound. This escalation system applies to both the Cortex handset and the external speaker of the hub.

No, the Cortex alarm escalation process applies to both the Cortex handheld unit and the external speaker of the hub, in addition to the external alarm included in this kit.

Yes, Cortex alarms can be configured to cut the radio, which can be useful to ensure important alerts are heard without interference.

No, this kit is an accessory that enhances an existing alarm system based on the Cortex M1 hub. It does not operate autonomously and requires connection to a Cortex M1 hub or a Cortex M1 and V1 set.

The kit connects to a 12 V or 24 V DC power supply.

Yes, integrating this kit is recommended with a relay to ensure optimal functionality.

The external alarm connects to the Cortex M1 hub, which is the brain of the Cortex security and communication system.

The kit requires a 12 V or 24 V DC power supply. It is also recommended to integrate it with a relay for optimal functionality, which involves appropriate wiring for these components.

Yes, Cortex alarms can be configured, for example to mute the radio. This suggests that specific alarm-related settings can be adjusted via the Cortex system interface after the kit is installed.

The mute button must be installed in a readily accessible location on board, allowing immediate and quick control of the external alarm when needed.

This kit is compatible with the Cortex M1 hub, as well as with the Cortex M1 and V1 assemblies.

No, the external alarm kit and silent button are specifically designed to integrate and operate with the Garmin Cortex M1 hub and Cortex M1 and V1 systems. It is not compatible with other marine alarm systems.

No, this kit is specifically compatible with the Cortex M1 hub as well as with the Cortex M1 and V1 assemblies. It is not listed as compatible with other Cortex hub models.

The external alarm emits an audible tone that integrates into the Cortex alarm escalation process. This process culminates in a buzzer sound, indicating that the external alarm contributes to this final audio phase.

The mute button is designed to temporarily silence the external alarm, allowing you to manage the situation without permanently disabling the alert system.