Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS Cortex Hub Installation Guide
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HUB INSTALLATION GUIDE Cortex Hub-USA - USA & CANADA Cortex Hub-ROW - REST OF WORLD - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 2
sensor...... 31 GPIO sensor wiring - Hatch / door open sensor 32 GPIO sensor wiring - Smoke / Heat sensor 33 Dimensions 34 Specifications 35 Contents Dimensions LED icon troubleshooting 37 Warnings 39 Warranty 41 - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 3
bilge pump, battery charging and more. Questions & Support Visit support.vespermarine.com for a range of guide topics about how to get the most out Label here We suggest placing one of your Cortex Wifi Labels here in the manual. It is also helpful to have one stuck descretely near the Cortex Hub. - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 4
EN Required components Included • Cortex Hub (Cortex Hub) • GPS Antenna, Includes 10M (33ft) cable. • Power cable • WiFi antenna • Audio cable • Input / Output cable • VHF Patch Cable Required components Not included • AIS/VHF antenna • Fuse or circuit breaker • Fastenings of your choice • Mobile - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 5
. Cortex Onboard App Main Menu options Select the Main Menu icon ( ) Plotter Plotter view of AIS targets Directory AIS targets and manual DSC contacts Instruments GPS, integrated sensors and NMEA data Anchor watch Monitor the vessel at anchor Collision avoidance Manage a potential collision scenario - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 6
EN The Cortex network Secondary VHF Cellular Antenna GPS (10 Hz) Antenna (included) AIS / VHF Antenna WiFi data WIFI WiFi Antenna (included) CELL Cortex Monitor App WIFI WiFi Antenna (included) Cortex Onboard App Cortex Handsets NMEA 2000 Devices 6 NMEA 0183 Devices The Cortex network - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 7
other issue that may need to be resolved. Power ON is indicated with white light. See LED indicator panel on page 22 for a full troubleshooting list. Cortex Hub port locations 1. WiFi Antenna port 2. GPS Antenna port 3. Cellularv Antenna port 4. DC Power Supply (12V or 24V DC) 5. Auxiliary VHF port - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 8
EN Cortex Hub positioning Allow at least 2"/ 50mm from each set of connectors give sufficient room for cable clearance and connection. Allow at least 8" / 200mm for the external WiFi antenna to be positioned in a vertical position to increase WiFi range. For optimal Heading Sensor performance, do - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 9
EN To connect power Cortex DC power requirements: Hub Nominal Draw Hub VHF High Power Transmit (Max) Handset Nominal 0.5A @ 12V 6.0A @ 12V 1.0A @ 12V To provide sufficient power, consider the total system requirements in terms of adequate cable gauge and fuse rating with capacity for future - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 10
your warranty. Never operate the Cortex Hub unless it is connected directly to a suitable VHF antenna. The VHF indicator light will display red when a problem is detected with the antenna system (ie, the VSWR is above the acceptable level). What does VSWR mean? VSWR stands for Voltage Standing Wave - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 11
EN Internal AIS / VHF splitter The Cortex Hub incorporates an AIS/VHF splitter to share one AIS/VHF antenna and to allow connection to an external VHF radio via the auxiliary port. The auxiliary port protects the transponder while an external VHF is transmitting (up to 25W) and also isolates the - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 12
EN External GPS Antenna mounting Deck mount on base Deck mount flush POLE MOUNT 1" 14 UNS threaded mast Vertical surface mount External WiFi Antenna Recommended Consider these WiFi requirements when choosing a position: • Allow enough clearance space when installing the Cortex Hub for the - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 13
phone or tablet or use it with third party apps of your choice. Data is made available to NMEA 0183 and 2000 plotters. The Gateway supports a range of wind, depth, speed, heading, temperature, barometric pressure and autopilot PGNs. See PGNs sent and received by the gateway (pg26). Example Case - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 14
to an NMEA 2000 network to enable AIS and Navigation data, including GPS to be sent to other NMEA 2000 devices. • The NMEA sentences (PGNs) supported are listed on page 26. • A NMEA 2000 drop cable and T connector are required to connect the Cortex Hub to a vessel's NMEA 2000 network. • Modifying - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 15
to NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183 devices can receive AIS data when connected to the Cortex Hub I/O (Sensors GPIO / NMEA 0183) expansion port. • The NMEA sentences supported are included on page 26. The NMEA Baud rate can be changed via the Cortex Onboard App or from the H1 handset. Cortex Onboard App - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 16
EN External Cellular Antenna Optional The Vesper Marine External Cellular Antenna may be connected for enhanced cellular coverage. Consider the following location and connection requirements: • The external cellular antenna is rated IP67 and UV stable for external installation. • Do not place the - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 17
NMEA TX A WHITE BLACK AUDIO -VE EN NMEA RX B DARK GREEN RED Reserved - External Speaker NMEA RX A Vesper MaYriEnLeLOEWxternal Speaker BROWN Reserved - The external audio speaker output extends the audio output of the Cortex HandNseMtsEA 0183 COMTMhOeNVesper MarinBeLAExCtKernal Speaker ( - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 18
EN External Loudspeaker A loudspeaker can be connected to the Cortex Hub for use with Cortex Horn and Hailer functions. Loudspeaker Mode can be operated from a Cortex Handset (H1 Tethered or H1P Portable) or the Cortex Onboard App. The Loudspeaker port can output up to 30W into a 4ohm load. Setting - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 19
connect with up to 10 devices. The Cortex V1 package (Cortex M1 + H1) ships with the handset pre-configured to the Cortex Hub. See the Support Portal at vespermarine.com for connecting devices to use the NMEA 2000 data from an Cortex Hub over WiFi. Connection information: Connection Type = TCP IP - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 20
EN To connect a handset 1. Turn Cortex Hub ON Switch the vessel's batteries ON to power the Cortex Hub. 2. Turn the handset ON Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. Wifi Status 3. Select WiFi from the Status Bar > From the list of available WiFi, identify and select the Cortex Hub WiFi SSID - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 21
with data corresponding to the vessel on which it will be installed. Programming must be carried out by a Vesper Marine dealer. The included instructions contain information on how to verify the correct programming. WARNING: It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 22
EN To program an MMSI with a handset 1. Turn Cortex Cortex Hub and handset ON. Switch the vessel's batteries ON to power the Cortex Hub 2. Connect the handset to the Cortex Hub via WiFi See Connecting to an Cortex Hub section 3. Select the handset Main Menu and program as follows; > Main Menu. ( ) - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 23
EN Monitoring and control Off-boat vessel monitoring and control is supported via a built-in cellular modem and the Cortex Monitor App on your phone. Once the Cortex Hub is installed and operating, data from the Cortex - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 24
EN To program GPIO sensors with the Cortex Onboard App Name and configure up to 5 general purpose sensors, 2 x input/output, 3 x input. 1. Download the Cortex Onboard App Free download from the iOS or Google Play stores 2. Turn Cortex Cortex Hub and device ON Switch the vessels batteries ON to power - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 25
EN Heading Sensor The Cortex Hub includes an internal heading sensor to display an accurately orientated AIS icon of your vessel on another vessels AIS system. The heading sensor also determines the direction to the bow for Anchor Watch. The heading sensor requires calibration that is performed from - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 26
EN NMEA PGNs and Monitoring Instruments Received PGNs are translated and outputted over NMEA 0183 and WiFi. See support.vespermarine.com for an up to date list. Received PGNs PGN 127250 128259 128267 128275 129283 129284 129285 130306 130314 130310 130311 130312 130313 DESCRIPTION - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 27
EN M1 Wiring color codes RED BLACK POWER +VE POWER -VE NMEA TX B NMEA TX A NMEA RX B NMEA RX A NMEA 0183 COMMON and GPIO GROUND ORANGE WHITE DARK GREEN YELLOW BLACK ORANGE BLACK RED BROWN AUDIO +VE AUDIO -VE LOUDSPEAKER +VE LOUDSPEAKER -VE RED LIGHT GREEN BROWN GRAY VIOLET BLUE PULLUP - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 28
EN GPIO sensor wiring - Alarm silence switch An external Pullup voltage connection is recommended when connecting GPIO sensors to the Cortex Hub. When a sensor does not provide more than 2V, the Pullup provides an appropriate high level reference for the Cortex Hub's input. GPIO sensor - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 29
EN GPIO sensor wiring - Lighting remote control Lighting on/off remote control is one example of what an output relay may switch and control. An external Pullup voltage connection is recommended when connecting GPIO sensors to the Cortex Hub. When a sensor does not provide more than 2V, the Pullup - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 30
EN GPIO sensor wiring - Motion sensor An external Pullup voltage connection is recommended when connecting GPIO sensors to the Cortex Hub. When a sensor does not provide more than 2V, the Pullup provides an appropriate high level reference for the Cortex Hub's input. GPIO sensor configuration - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 31
EN GPIO sensor wiring - High water sensor An external Pullup voltage connection is recommended when connecting GPIO sensors to the Cortex Hub. When a sensor does not provide more than 2V, the Pullup provides an appropriate high level reference for the Cortex Hub's input. GPIO sensor configuration - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 32
/ control type Default input high Active when high Engine room bilge Bilge pump Pullup disabled Yes, normally closed +ve 12/24V Three way switch manual on / off / auto on RED LIGHT GREEN BROWN GRAY VIOLET PULLUP VOLTAGE (not requied in this example) INPUT/OUTPUT 5 INPUT/OUTPUT 4 INPUT 3 INPUT - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 33
EN GPIO sensor wiring - Hatch / door open sensor An external Pullup voltage connection is recommended when connecting GPIO sensors to the Cortex Hub. When a sensor does not provide more than 2V, the Pullup provides an appropriate high level reference for the Cortex Hub's input. GPIO sensor - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 34
EN GPIO sensor wiring - Shore Power Monitor a Shore Power connection by connected a DC voltage that is supplied from the AC system. This could be a simple DC mains plug, or a AC-DC Rectifier. If the AC supply disconnects, this will cause the DC voltage connected to Cortex to drop and generate an - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 35
(2 5/16") 58.7mm 58.7mm (2 5/16") EN Dimensions Cortex Hub 58.7mm (2 5/16") External GPS Antenna 168mm (6 5/8") 18.5mm (3/4") 147.5mm (5 13/1165"m)2m1.5(5m/8m")(7/8") 7mm (1/4") 18.5mm (3/4") 15mm (5/8") 7mm (1/4") 58.721m.5mmm (7/8") (2 5/16") 18.5mm (3/4") Ø2 15mm (5/8") Ø63 7mm (1/4") - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 36
SPURIOUS EMISSIONS MAX AUDIO OUTPUT POWER CLASS D DSC DEDICATED RX CHANNELS SENSITIVITY (1% BER) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION AUDIO SUPPORTED FUNCTIONS AMPLIFIER SPEAKER Specifications 156.025-161.600 MHz 156.050-163.275 MHz 3 25W, 1W (High, Low) USA, CAN - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 37
Outputs, Low side driven (max 150mA) CORTEX HUB GNSS SENSITIVITY CONSTELLATIONS CHANNELS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT NAVIGATION RATE CONNECTOR CERTIFICATIONS FEATURES -167dBm GPS, GLONASS, Bei Dou, Galilleo 72 SBAS, 600 cd/m2, Ambient Light sensor for auto dimming Dimensions LED icon troubleshooting 37 - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 38
normal behaviour for a Class B AIS device. UX VHF is transmitting. Normal AIS + VHF Operation. A VHF/DSC/AIS System Check has failed. Contact Vesper Marine technical support. Antenna short circuit or open circuit detected - may also indicate a high VSWR. 38 Dimensions LED icon troubleshooting - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 39
waiting for connections. At least one device is attempting to join or has joined the network. WiFi not operational. Contact Vesper Marine technical support. DESCRIPTION NMEA 2000 bus network is not connected or not powered on. NMEA bus connected and exchanging information with the Cortex Hub. NMEA - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 40
antenna. Electromagnetic This device generates and radiates electromagnetic energy. This device must be installed and operated according to the instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so may result in product malfunction and / or exposure to potentially harmful levels of radio frequency - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 41
with data corresponding to the vessel on which it will be installed. Programming must be carried out by a Vesper Marine dealer. The included instructions contain information on how to verify the correct programming. WARNING: It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to - Garmin Cortex VHF and AIS | Cortex Hub Installation Guide - Page 42
EN Warranty Your Vesper Marine product is warranted, when properly installed and used, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years from the date the product was purchased by the first retail customer. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only and is not
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HUB INSTALLATION GUIDE
Cortex Hub-USA - USA & CANADA
Cortex Hub-ROW - REST OF WORLD