INSTALLATION AND QUICK-START GUIDE H1 TETHERED HANDSET H1P PORTABLE HANDSET UPDATE 1
Index Introduction DSC Emergency Calls VHF Emergency Calls Items you need for installation Cradle & Bulkhead Connector wiring Cradle position To install a Cradle H1 Bulkhead Connector To install a Bulkhead Connector To connect power to a handset To place and remove a handset Turning a handset ON To connect a handset to an M1 Handset connection FAQs To connect mobile devices to an M1 To program your MMSI number To program your ATIS id 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 QUICK-STAR
Introduction Your Vesper Marine Cortex H1 (tethered) and H1P (portable) VHF Handset and AIS display. Cortex handsets connect with the Cortex M1 hub and together they work as an AIS Class B SO-TDMA Transponder and Class D VHF Radio with DSC. The handset is the voice and calling interface used for VHF and DSC calls. The handset’s touchscreen display is the primary interface together with dedicated buttons and a Click-wheel for swift navigation, ease of operation and single-handed use.
DSC Emergency Calls To make an Undesignated Distress DSC Call: Distress 1. Lift the red cover on the back of the handset named DISTRESS 2. Press and hold the DISTRESS button for 3 seconds. Cortex will beep and countdown on screen. IMPORTANT NOTE - Never make a distress call if your vessel or a person is not in an emergency situation. A distress call should only be made when immediate help is needed.
VHF Emergency Calls To make an Emergency Call on Channel 16: Channel 16 1. Select Channel 16 Select key 16 on the handset. 2. The distress signal “MAYDAY” is spoken three times “MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY” 3. The words “THIS IS”, spoken once followed by the name of the vessel in distress (spoken three times) and call sign or boat registration number, spoken once “THIS IS BOAT NAME, BOAT NAME, BOAT NAME, CALL SIGN” 4.
Items you need for installation H1 or H1P (included) H1 or H1P cradle (included) H1 Bulkhead Connector (included with H1 only) 2A fuse or circuit breaker (not included) Fastenings of your choice (not included) Recommended screws: 316 Stainless Self Tapping 8G/1" (4.2/25.4mm) Pan/Round Head. Note - H1P is supplied with a H1 non-powered cradle for secure mounting in a secondary position.
Cradle & Bulkhead Connector wiring A handset draws 12W (1A@12V) maximum. The power cables of both the H1 Bulkhead Connector and the H1P cradle may be extended or shortened as necessary. > Connect the positive (+ve red) and negative (-ve black) leads of the power cable to the vessel. > Connect a fuse or circuit breaker to the positive lead of the appropriate rating for the circuit.
Cradle position A handset cradle can be mounted almost anywhere where a WiFi connection to the M1 can be achieved. HINT - The WiFi connection status can be monitored by selecting the WiFi icon in the blue Status Bar. The Status Bar is displayed at the top of all handset screens. WiFi status Consider the following power connection requirements when choosing a cradle position: H1 The spiral tether connects via a removable plug to the Bulkhead Connector wired to power (12V or 24V DC).
To install a Cradle Mounting 1. Remove the cover plate by inserting a small screwdriver into the tabs. Alternatively push the cover from the rear. 2. Power cable Use the cradle as a template for marking the mounting holes. Note - A hole is required for the H1P cradle power cable. Power cable Side hole 3. Mark the holes required and drill them. 5. Secure with fastenings of your choice. Use marine sealant to waterproof holes if mounting externally. 4. H1P cradle.
To connect power to a handset H1 1. Connect the H1 plug to the H1 Bulkhead Connector. 2. Tighten the plug lock ring (clockwise one quarter turn) for a secure and watertight connection. H1P 1. Place the H1P into the charging cradle. Note - Before first time use ensure the H1P is charged. To place and remove a handset 12 Place Remove Rest the handset on the base of the cradle and snap in horizontally. Slide the handset upwards.
Turning a handset ON Switch the vessel batteries and/or circuits ON to power the M1 and the H1 Bulkhead Connector and/or the H1P cradle. > Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. Power The handset will boot up while displaying an animated Vesper logo then resume in the most recently viewed screen. > Confirm a handset is receiving DC power via these visual checks: H1 The power light (above the touchscreen) indicates a handset is On when the screen is Off.
To connect a handset to an M1 1 Turn Cortex M1 ON Switch the vessel's batteries ON to power the M1. 2 Turn the handset ON Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. 3 Select WiFi from the Status Bar WiFi status > From the list of available WiFi, identify and select the M1 WiFi SSID. Note - The WiFi SSID is identified by the M1 serial number eg: CORTEX-95211616 Note - The Cortex V1 package (M1+H1) ships with the handset pre-configured to the M1.
Handset connection FAQs If the handset displays 'Trying to connect...’ for a long period, it has not made a WiFi connection to the M1. > Check the M1 is ON > Check the WiFi signal strength in the Status Bar. > Check the M1 WiFi External Antenna is attached > Consider the distance between the handset and M1 on board. Some objects and materials may provide interference to degrade the WiFi signal strength. > See 'To connect a handset to an M1' (pg14).
To program your MMSI number Before an M1 can transmit your position over AIS you must configure your vessel details and enter a valid MMSI number. Your MMSI may have been entered by your dealer. You must have an assigned MMSI for your vessel. If you do not have an assigned MMSI, contact the relevant authority in your country. You can configure your MMSI using the Cortex Onboard App or a Cortex handset. Please refer to the MMSI Programming Warning below. Once you save the MMSI number you cannot change it.
To program your ATIS id ATIS is a vessel identification system used on inland waterways in some European countries. To program your ATIS id with a handset > Main Menu. Touch on the wrench icon ( the Configuration Menu. ) to open > Vessel > ATIS identification > key your ATIS ID Note - If you do not have an ATIS number select ’Suggest Id’ to generate a number based on your vessel's MMSI number. > Select ‘’tick icon” to save the number.
QUICK-START GUIDE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Distress Speaker Lanyard Loop Volume Up Volume Down Power Push to Talk PTT Menu Click-wheel 10 Back 11 VHF (VHF Radio key) 12 Power light (Red) 13 Touchscreen 14 Microphone 15 Call* (Hold down for DSC menu shortcut) 16 Enter 17 Channel 16 18 Man Overboard (MOB) *Hold down for DSC menu shortcut. Otherwise use when a target is selected or on a Colision avoidance or MOB screen to initiate a call.
Dimensions and Specifications 164.8mm (6 1/2”) 164.8mm (6 1/2”) 164.8mm (6 1/2”) 164.8mm (6 1/2”) 164.8mm (6 1/2”) Handset 21.4mm21.4mm (7/8”) (7/8”) (2 13/16”) 71.8mm71.8mm (2 13/16”) 21.4mm 21.4mm (7/8”) (7/8”) 71.8mm 71.8mm (2 (2 13/16”) 13/16”)21.4mm (7/8”) 71.8mm (2 13/16”) (3”) 75.6mm75.6mm (3”) 75.6mm (3”) (3”) 75.6mm (3”) 75.6mm Front Back Front Front Front Front Back Back Back 18mm (11/16”) 18mm (11/16”) 18mm 18mm (11/16”) (11/16”) 18mm (11/16”) Back 73.3mm (2 7/8”) 73.3mm (2 7/8”) 73.
Recommended handset care For a long service life: - Avoid leaving a handset outside and exposed to the elements over winter. - Use Shutdown when you are away from the vessel for an extended period of time. - Regularly clean the H1P charging contacts. - Take care of the glass touchscreen around solid objects such as winch handles and anchors.
Warnings Intended Use This product is intended to be used on leisure or commercial vessels (excluding IMO/SOLAS class). Vesper Marine has designed and manufactured this product to be used only aboard vessels. Warranty Void Do not disassemble the unit or remove the screws which hold it together. The unit is sealed and disassembly will void the warranty. FCC Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Compliance RF Exposure Compliance Statement This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. To comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0 mm should be maintained between the user’s body and 25 mm from front of face. This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Warranty Your Vesper Marine Cortex 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 transferable. This warranty only applies to products purchased from Vesper Marine or from an authorized Vesper Marine reseller.
Vesper Marine declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: www.vespermarine.com/compliance This product is for use worldwide, including the following countries: AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GR HU IE IS IT LT LU LV MT NO NL PL PT RO SE SI SK UK Copyright © 2020, Vesper Marine Ltd.
