Vesper Cortex M1 SOTDMA smart AIS transponder with remote vessel monitoring
Manufacturer Part Number:
010-02815-20
Manufacturer Part Number:
010-02815-20
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. 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 on board and ashore. Low power consumption hub. 10Hz GPS antenna. Monitor up to 5 sensors connected directly. Network to NMEA2000 to monitor sensors remotely and recieve Man Overboard alarms from other devices
CORTEXM1
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Vesper Cortex Navigation
- M1 Hub
- GPS Antenna
- Power Cable
- NMEA 2000 Drop Cable
- NMEA 2000 Tee
- Audio Cable
- External Sensors Cable
- smartAIS Switches
- Optional WiFi Antenna
- VHF patch cable
GENERAL | |
Size | 168mm x 168mm x 58.7mm depth (6.6142” x 6.6142” x 2.3110”) |
Power Supply | 9-33V. 12V: 6A max, 500mA nominal |
Weight | 770g (1.7lbs) |
Environmental | Waterproof (IPx7) |
Operating Temperature | -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to 131°F) |
Supported Protocols | AIS Class B SO-TDMA, VHF Voice, Class D DSC, ATIS (user configurable, EU region), NOAA Weather (US region) |
Transmitter Frequency Error | Less than 300Hz |
Antenna Connector | SO239 |
Splitter | Max input power 25W, Insertion Loss RX 0dB, TX < 1dB |
Splitter Connector | BNC (2W) |
VHF | |
VHF Frequency Range Transmit | 156.025–161.600 MHz |
VHF Frequency Range Receive | 156.050–163.275 MHz |
Dedicated Rx Channels | 3 |
Power Output | 25W, 1W (High, Low) |
Regions | USA, CAN, INT |
Sensitivity (12 Db Sinad) | -116 dBm |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | 80 dB |
Spurious Response | 70 dB |
Intermodulation | 70 dB |
Spurious Emissions | Less than –80 dBc (at 25 W) |
Max Audio Output Power | 10W, < 1% THD |
Direct Calling (DSC) | |
Class | D |
Dedicated Receive Channels | 1 |
Sensitivity (1% Ber) | -113 dBm |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | 80 dB |
Spurious Response | 70 dB |
Intermodulation | 70 dB |
AIS | |
Class | SO-TDMA Class B |
Dedicated Receive Channels | 2 |
Frequency Range | 156.025 – 162.025 MHz |
Power Output | 5W, 1W (High, Low) |
AIS Sensitivity (20% Per) | -112 dBm |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | 80 dB |
Spurious Response | 70 dB |
Intermodulation | 65 dB |
GNSS | |
Sensitivity | -167dBm |
Constellations | GPS, GLONASS, Bei Dou, Galilleo |
Channels | 72 |
Differential Support | SBAS, WAAS, EGNOS |
Navigation Rate | 10Hz |
Connector | SMA |
Certifications | IEC 61108 |
Features | Anti-jamming, Anti-spoofing |
Networking | |
Nmea 2000 Gateway | 1 x Isolated Micro-C male port, AIS and GPS PGN output, Gateway Translations to/from NMEA0183 |
Nmea 0183 | 1 x Isolated NMEA0183 ports, AIS and GPS sentences, Gateway Translations to/from NMEA2000, 4800 / 38400 baud |
Wireless | Access Point for up to 10 devices, 2.4GHz, 802.11b/g/n, Integrated Antenna, SMA-RP external antenna port (optional) |
Wireless Security | WPA2 Personal |
Cloud Connectivity | LTE-Cat1 with 3G fallback (USA), 3G (Canada, EU, Asia), Integrated SIM, Integrated Antenna, SMA-RP external antenna port (optional) |
Control Outputs | 2 Outputs. Low side driven (max 200mA) |
Sensors | |
Heading | 9-Axial, Internal use only, Accuracy: +/- 1 deg, Updated rate: 10Hz (max) |
Barometer | Update rate 1Hz max (averaged) |
Battery Voltage | Measured at power input |
External Sensor Inputs | 5 Inputs, Digital (0-24V), Analog (0-10V) |
Audio | |
Supported Functions | VHF RX, Alarms |
Amplifier | 10W Class D, THD < 1% |
Speaker | 4 ohm |
Specifications may change due to product improvements and different product release versions.
Product features | Cortex V1 VHF with AIS | Cortex M1 AIS |
Description | VHF Radio + SOTDMA smartAIS transponder + Remote Vessel Monitoring | SOTDMA smartAIS transponder + Remote Vessel Monitoring |
Main Components | Cortex M1 + Cortex H1 + External GPS Antenna | Cortex M1 + External GPS Antenna |
VHF Voice Calling | ![]() |
Upgrade by adding H1P Handset |
Class D DSC | ![]() |
Upgrade by adding H1P Handset |
Cortex H1 Handset included | ![]() |
VHF Ready. Just add H1P for full VHF functionality |
Multiple VHF Stations | Upto 10 wired H1 or wireless H1P handsets | Upgrade by adding H1P Handset |
AIS and VHF Display | High resolution 4" color touch screen or using a smartphone or tablet | AIS display using a smartphone or tablet. |
Collision Avoidance - Determines crossing situations by CPA and TCPA and triggers alarms with prioritization | ![]() |
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Anchor Watch - Triggers an alarm if your anchor is dragging as well as with changes in anchor due to wind direction, wind speed and water depth | ![]() |
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Safety of Crew - Triggers an alarm if a crew member falls overboard (works with any manufacturer MOB) and provides position information with updates for quick retrieval | ![]() |
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Alarm Management - Dedicated built-in alarms, do not need any other equipment to trigger alarms | ![]() |
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Built-in WiFi – Access anywhere on board. Monitor and control your AIS transponder at all times from your smartphone or tablet | ![]() |
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NMEA 2000 Gateway - Translates NMEA 2000 navigation data and routes it over WiFi to smartphones and tablets or NMEA 2000 or 0183 to radar, chartplotters and other navigation equipment | ![]() |
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Higher resolution GPS – Fast 10HZ update rate for smoother GPS tracking. | ![]() |
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GPS source for the entire navigation network | ![]() |
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Upgradable AIS platform – Automatic firmware updates from your smartphone or tablet | ![]() |
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Low power consumption | Good, 6W | Good, 6W |
Built-in GPS antenna with an optional external GPS antenna | ![]() |
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Intelligent filtering - Filters can be set based on vessel range, speed, CPA and TCPA | ![]() |
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Galvanic isolated ports - Protect your transponder and connected equipment from high current. | ![]() |
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Fully waterproof IPx7 rating - Can be mounted anywhere | ![]() |
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Remote Vessel Monitoring | ![]() |
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Bracket or flush mounting included | ![]() |
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