Cortex® M1 – SmartAIS transzponder távoli felügyelettel

The Garmin Cortex M1 is an advanced SmartAIS SOTDMA Class B transponder designed for safety and connectivity at sea. It features a 10 Hz multi-constellation GNSS receiver (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo) and a 9-axis heading sensor. It stands out with its proactive SmartAIS functions such as collision detection, anchor watch, and man-overboard detection, as well as remote vessel monitoring capabilities.

The Cortex M1 offers several proactive safety features thanks to its SmartAIS system:

Collision prevention: It continuously calculates collision risks with other AIS-equipped vessels and issues directional audio and voice alerts.Anchor watch: It monitors your anchor position and alerts you if your boat drags, or in case of significant changes in wind speed/direction or water depth.Man overboard detection (MOB): It monitors the presence of AIS MOB devices and triggers an alarm for rapid response.

The Cortex M1 is the hub of the system. When paired with one or more Vesper Marine Cortex H1 (wired) or H1P (portable) handsets—which are sold separately—it becomes a fully functional 25W marine VHF radio with DSC Class D capabilities.

Unlike a standard AIS transponder that merely sends and receives data, the Cortex M1’s SmartAIS technology includes an active safety system with intelligent alarm logic. It proactively anticipates potential collision scenarios, monitors anchorage for dragging, and continuously checks for man-overboard situations, providing voice and directional alerts for improved response time.

The Cortex M1 integrates sensors for vessel position, battery voltage, heading and barometric pressure. It can also connect to external sensors via its GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) inputs to monitor data such as bilge level, shore power or vessel security. Additionally, it connects to NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networks to access existing onboard sensor data.

Yes, the Cortex M1 housing is rated IPx7, meaning it is fully watertight and can withstand temporary immersion in water.

The Cortex M1 package includes the following items:

Cortex M1 hubA GPS antenna with a 10-meter (33-foot) cablePower cableWiFi antennaAudio cableInput/output cable (GPIO)VHF connection cable

For a complete installation and configuration, you will need the following items, which are not included:

An AIS/VHF antennaA fuse or circuit breakerMounting hardware of your choiceA mobile device (smartphone or tablet) running the Cortex Onboard application or a Cortex display unit for initial setup.

Yes, the Cortex M1 integrates an AIS/VHF splitter with no loss, allowing you to share a single existing or secondary VHF antenna with the Cortex M1 transponder and your VHF radio.

The Cortex M1 is powered by a 12V or 24V DC power source. A power cable is included in the package.

Yes, the Cortex M1 comes with an external GPS antenna and its 10-meter cable. This antenna is required for precise vessel positioning and SmartAIS functions.

The Cortex M1 has an integrated NMEA 2000 bridge. You can connect it to your existing NMEA 2000 network using an NMEA 2000 cable and a T-connector, which are optional accessories not included.

The Cortex M1 is compatible with iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. You can use the free Cortex Onboard app for configuration, data management, and display onboard via WiFi. For remote monitoring and control (off the boat), the Cortex Monitor app is used, which requires a subscription.

Yes, the Cortex M1 can share received AIS data with other onboard devices, including multifunction displays (MFD), via NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, and WiFi connections.

To enable the full VHF radio functionality, the Cortex M1 is compatible with Vesper Marine Cortex H1 (wired handset) and Cortex H1P (portable handset) handsets. These handsets are sold separately.

Yes, the Cortex M1 supports remote control of onboard systems. With a Cortex Monitor Premium subscription, you can control devices such as refrigerators, ice makers, lights, or heaters using optional output relays connected to the hub.

Yes, the Cortex M1 is equipped with internal antennas for WiFi and cellular connectivity. It also offers the option to connect external antennas if needed, for better range or reception.

The Cortex M1 uses a multi-constellation GNSS receiver (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo) that provides position updates at 10 Hz. This high frequency ensures highly reliable positioning accuracy and threat detection.

Yes, like all Garmin products, the Cortex M1 is covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty. For specific details regarding the duration and terms of the warranty, please refer to the official documentation provided with the product or Garmin's website.

The SmartAIS system in the Cortex M1 continuously calculates collision risk by cross-referencing your vessel's GPS data with AIS information received from other boats. It highlights vessels with medium and high risk, and triggers directional audible and voice alarms (e.g., "collision alert, starboard bow") when risk is high, providing key details such as closest point of approach (CPA) and time to CPA (TCPA).