Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... and manufactured for freedom of operation and single-handed use 18 Dimensions and Specifications 19 Warnings 20 Compliance 21 Warranty 22 2 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 a VHF radio. The handset provides a screen to time. Index Introduction 3 DSC Emergency Calls 4 VHF Emergency Calls 5 Items you...
... and manufactured for freedom of operation and single-handed use 18 Dimensions and Specifications 19 Warnings 20 Compliance 21 Warranty 22 2 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 a VHF radio. The handset provides a screen to time. Index Introduction 3 DSC Emergency Calls 4 VHF Emergency Calls 5 Items you...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... needing medical attention, hull color, number of assistance required 7. Lift the red cover on your position in the opinion of the vessel State your Cortex Handset. You should only be initiated if, in Latitude and Longitude. Select Channel 16 Select key 16 on screen. State the nature of distress (ie, sinking, fire etc) followed by pressing the VHF...
... needing medical attention, hull color, number of assistance required 7. Lift the red cover on your position in the opinion of the vessel State your Cortex Handset. You should only be initiated if, in Latitude and Longitude. Select Channel 16 Select key 16 on screen. State the nature of distress (ie, sinking, fire etc) followed by pressing the VHF...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... is charged. When turned On after Sleep, Shutdown and Reboot, a handset will flash to the M1. To connect power to connect...' Before first time use ensure the H1P is not charging.) Note - Power > 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. H1P 1. If a handset displays 'Trying to a handset H1 1. Connect the H1 plug to...
... is charged. When turned On after Sleep, Shutdown and Reboot, a handset will flash to the M1. To connect power to connect...' Before first time use ensure the H1P is not charging.) Note - Power > 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. H1P 1. If a handset displays 'Trying to a handset H1 1. Connect the H1 plug to...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... GPS installation. > Check the GPS icon on board. To connect mobile devices to an M1 To connect Android and Apple iOS devices to the WiFi of the M1, scan the QR code of the handset (or Cortex Onboard App) to close this notification. To connect a handset to an M1 1 Turn Cortex M1 ON Switch the vessel's batteries ON to connect...' Note - Text 'connected' will then display...
... GPS installation. > Check the GPS icon on board. To connect mobile devices to an M1 To connect Android and Apple iOS devices to the WiFi of the M1, scan the QR code of the handset (or Cortex Onboard App) to close this notification. To connect a handset to an M1 1 Turn Cortex M1 ON Switch the vessel's batteries ON to connect...' Note - Text 'connected' will then display...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... program your VHF To program your id is xxxxxxxxxx' If the number is a vessel identification system used on your country. "Once set, you cannot change your ATIS identification number only once. To Enable ATIS > Main Menu ( ). Please refer to verify the correct programming. Once you save the number. If you do not have an assigned MMSI for your ATIS ID with a handset > Main Menu ( ). Cortex disables...
... program your VHF To program your id is xxxxxxxxxx' If the number is a vessel identification system used on your country. "Once set, you cannot change your ATIS identification number only once. To Enable ATIS > Main Menu ( ). Please refer to verify the correct programming. Once you save the number. If you do not have an assigned MMSI for your ATIS ID with a handset > Main Menu ( ). Cortex disables...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... heavy items on metric. 18 19 POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12/24V DC compatible Recommended handset use the VHF. 58.7mm 58.578.m7mmm 58.7mm 58.7mm BATTERY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMP AUDIO Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >10 hours operation H1 285g (0.63lb), H1P 235g (0.52lb...chargers can cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to repair or modify or re-manufacture the handset. Do not place the handset in a wet area or exposed to change without notice or obligation. Handset To avoid damaging the handset and reduce the risk of time. - Do not open...
... heavy items on metric. 18 19 POWER SUPPLY 12V, 1A max, 200mA nom 12/24V DC compatible Recommended handset use the VHF. 58.7mm 58.578.m7mmm 58.7mm 58.7mm BATTERY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMP AUDIO Lithium Polymer 2 hour full charge, >10 hours operation H1 285g (0.63lb), H1P 235g (0.52lb...chargers can cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to repair or modify or re-manufacture the handset. Do not place the handset in a wet area or exposed to change without notice or obligation. Handset To avoid damaging the handset and reduce the risk of time. - Do not open...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... The unit is not user serviceable. For Customers in the USA This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may require the possession of a current VHF radiotelephone license which it in case of Industry Canada. It is a violation of the rules of face. Do not disassemble, open the Configuration Menu. > Systems > Certifications. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may be...
... The unit is not user serviceable. For Customers in the USA This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may require the possession of a current VHF radiotelephone license which it in case of Industry Canada. It is a violation of the rules of face. Do not disassemble, open the Configuration Menu. > Systems > Certifications. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may be...
Cortex Handset Installation Guide
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... housing has been opened, the serial number or other labels have been removed or altered, or the specified input voltage has been exceeded. This warranty does not cover defects or damage caused if the product has been operated with an incompatible GPS antenna or without a suitable VHF antenna, or with a factory reconditioned unit or a new unit at its discretion, repair or replace any transportation...
... housing has been opened, the serial number or other labels have been removed or altered, or the specified input voltage has been exceeded. This warranty does not cover defects or damage caused if the product has been operated with an incompatible GPS antenna or without a suitable VHF antenna, or with a factory reconditioned unit or a new unit at its discretion, repair or replace any transportation...
Cortex Product Overview - Global
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Dimensional measurements based on metric. SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HUB GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HUB SIZE POWER SUPPLY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY ERROR ANT CONNECTOR SPLITTER SPLITTER CONNECTOR VHF VOICE VHF FREQUENCY RANGE TX RX DEDICATED RX CHANNELS POWER OUTPUT REGIONS SENSITIVITY (12 DB SINAD) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SPURIOUS EMISSIONS MAX AUDIO OUTPUT POWER CLASS D DSC DEDICATED RX CHANNELS SENSITIVITY (1% BER) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION ...
Dimensional measurements based on metric. SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HUB GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HUB SIZE POWER SUPPLY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY ERROR ANT CONNECTOR SPLITTER SPLITTER CONNECTOR VHF VOICE VHF FREQUENCY RANGE TX RX DEDICATED RX CHANNELS POWER OUTPUT REGIONS SENSITIVITY (12 DB SINAD) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SPURIOUS EMISSIONS MAX AUDIO OUTPUT POWER CLASS D DSC DEDICATED RX CHANNELS SENSITIVITY (1% BER) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION ...
Cortex Product Overview - US
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... CORTEX HUB GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HUB SIZE POWER SUPPLY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY ERROR ANT CONNECTOR SPLITTER SPLITTER CONNECTOR VHF VOICE VHF FREQUENCY RANGE TX RX DEDICATED RX CHANNELS POWER OUTPUT REGIONS SENSITIVITY (12 DB SINAD) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SPURIOUS EMISSIONS MAX AUDIO OUTPUT POWER CLASS D DSC DEDICATED RX CHANNELS SENSITIVITY (1% BER) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SOTDMA CLASS B AIS DEDICATED RX CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE...
... CORTEX HUB GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HUB SIZE POWER SUPPLY WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY ERROR ANT CONNECTOR SPLITTER SPLITTER CONNECTOR VHF VOICE VHF FREQUENCY RANGE TX RX DEDICATED RX CHANNELS POWER OUTPUT REGIONS SENSITIVITY (12 DB SINAD) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SPURIOUS EMISSIONS MAX AUDIO OUTPUT POWER CLASS D DSC DEDICATED RX CHANNELS SENSITIVITY (1% BER) ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY SPURIOUS RESPONSE INTERMODULATION SOTDMA CLASS B AIS DEDICATED RX CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE...
Cortex Product Overview - US
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... PORTABLE HANDSET PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-H1P Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset H1P Portable Rechargable Handset, Charging H1P Cradle, Non Powered H1 Cradle 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Compatible with Cortex M1 and V1 bundles. CORTEX V1 VHF WITH AIS PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-V1 VHF radio with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable...
... PORTABLE HANDSET PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-H1P Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset H1P Portable Rechargable Handset, Charging H1P Cradle, Non Powered H1 Cradle 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Compatible with Cortex M1 and V1 bundles. CORTEX V1 VHF WITH AIS PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING CORTEX-V1 VHF radio with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... anchored position if you didn't get alerted on board by the length of anchor rode/warp. LOW POWER CONSUMPTION Cortex should be installed on your mobile devices and an audible alarm sounds (if connected) so you can adjust your mobile devices to ensure it when you have cellular coverage. Even with the Cortex Monitor app. SCOPE Scope is 5m of...
... anchored position if you didn't get alerted on board by the length of anchor rode/warp. LOW POWER CONSUMPTION Cortex should be installed on your mobile devices and an audible alarm sounds (if connected) so you can adjust your mobile devices to ensure it when you have cellular coverage. Even with the Cortex Monitor app. SCOPE Scope is 5m of...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... Installation Accessories • Add H1P Portable Handset for wireless freedom • Combined AIS and VHF display with voiced alerts • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Internal no -loss splitter. Cortex V1 VHF with smartAIS CORTEX-V1 DESCRIPTION Cortex V1 is an advanced multi-station VHF with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna...
... Installation Accessories • Add H1P Portable Handset for wireless freedom • Combined AIS and VHF display with voiced alerts • Transmit AIS and VHF simultaneously • Universal compatibility • Internal no -loss splitter. Cortex V1 VHF with smartAIS CORTEX-V1 DESCRIPTION Cortex V1 is an advanced multi-station VHF with SOTDMA smartAIS and remote vessel monitoring M1 Hub, H1 Tethered Handset, GPS Antenna, Power Cable, Audio Cable, External Sensors Cable, External WiFi Antenna...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... impacts. Initiate VHF calls to the Bulkhead Connector or Charging Cradle. Up to 5 can be connected to operate with an additional 5 through menus and settings. EXTREME DAYLIGHT VIEWABLE Bright optically bonded LCD offers brilliant daylight visibility and unbeatable viewing angle. Cortex Handsets The handset's touchscreen display is designed and manufactured for use in ambient light sensor allows automatic adjustment as conditions change. RESPONSIVE...
... impacts. Initiate VHF calls to the Bulkhead Connector or Charging Cradle. Up to 5 can be connected to operate with an additional 5 through menus and settings. EXTREME DAYLIGHT VIEWABLE Bright optically bonded LCD offers brilliant daylight visibility and unbeatable viewing angle. Cortex Handsets The handset's touchscreen display is designed and manufactured for use in ambient light sensor allows automatic adjustment as conditions change. RESPONSIVE...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... CODE CORTEX-H1P UPC 0735850824765 DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset Portable Rechargable Handset (CORTEX-H1P), Charging Cradle (CRDL-H1P), Non Powered Cradle (CRDL-H1) 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) CRDL-H1P (INCLUDED IN CORTEX-H1P) 58.7mm 58.7mm 75.6mm2(53."1)mm (1") 25.1mm25(.1"m) m (1") 2152.1mm (1") 5 11 6 10 7 SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HANDSET GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE POWER SUPPLY BATTERY (CORTEX H1P) WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AUDIO CABLE...
... CODE CORTEX-H1P UPC 0735850824765 DESCRIPTION INCLUDED PACKAGING Cortex H1P Portable Rechargable Handset Portable Rechargable Handset (CORTEX-H1P), Charging Cradle (CRDL-H1P), Non Powered Cradle (CRDL-H1) 213 x 98 x 58 mm (8 3/8" x 3 7/8" x 2 5/16") 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) CRDL-H1P (INCLUDED IN CORTEX-H1P) 58.7mm 58.7mm 75.6mm2(53."1)mm (1") 25.1mm25(.1"m) m (1") 2152.1mm (1") 5 11 6 10 7 SPECIFICATIONS CORTEX HANDSET GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS HANDSET SIZE POWER SUPPLY BATTERY (CORTEX H1P) WEIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AUDIO CABLE...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB8000B1 DESCRIPTION XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-8000 SMARTAIS SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 3W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Waterproof (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT...
... SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB8000B1 DESCRIPTION XB-8000 smartAIS Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-8000 SMARTAIS SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 3W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Waterproof (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... connection. Be alerted to your smart device using the WatchMate App. Update your transponders firmware with the FREE WatchMate App. For more information visit support.vespermarine.com COMPLETE MONITORING AND CONTROL View and update vessel information, monitor transponder and GPS status, display all received vessel information the instant you start the app. 47 Monitor your position relative to view 'radar' plotting screen. TRANSPONDER FIRMWARE UPGRADE Download updates...
... connection. Be alerted to your smart device using the WatchMate App. Update your transponders firmware with the FREE WatchMate App. For more information visit support.vespermarine.com COMPLETE MONITORING AND CONTROL View and update vessel information, monitor transponder and GPS status, display all received vessel information the instant you start the app. 47 Monitor your position relative to view 'radar' plotting screen. TRANSPONDER FIRMWARE UPGRADE Download updates...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... DESCRIPTION SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB6000B2 DESCRIPTION XB-6000 Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-6000 SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 2.5W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Watertight (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT GPS...
... DESCRIPTION SP160 VHF/AIS Antenna Splitter 5m (15ft) Locking Waterproof USB cable BUNDLES CODE XB6000B2 DESCRIPTION XB-6000 Transponder Bundle (Includes SP160 Splitter) SPECIFICATIONS XB-6000 SIZE POWER SUPPLY 200mm wide x 130mm high x 60mm depth (7 7/8" x 5 1/8" x 2 3/8") 10-32 VDC 2A max, 2.5W nominal ENVIRONMENTAL Watertight (IPx7) OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE NUMBER OF RECEIVERS NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS RECEIVE FREQUENCY RANGE TRANSMIT FREQUENCY RANGE AIS SENSITIVITY POWER OUTPUT GPS SENSITIVITY GPS DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT GPS...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... CFR-46, IPx7) POWER SUPPLY MAXIMUM CURRENT OVERALL SIZE MAXIMUM VHF POWER MAXIMUM AIS POWER COMPATIBILITY ANTENNA CONNECTOR VHF & AIS CONNECTORS AM / FM CONNECTOR PATCH CABLE INSERTION LOSS AIS RECEIVE GAIN NOISE FIGURE SWITCHING TIME SENSITIVITY 10-32 VDC, To optimise performance of the SP160 means it is available to make installation easy. This is designed to work to use a shared antenna without the need to increase gain and...
... CFR-46, IPx7) POWER SUPPLY MAXIMUM CURRENT OVERALL SIZE MAXIMUM VHF POWER MAXIMUM AIS POWER COMPATIBILITY ANTENNA CONNECTOR VHF & AIS CONNECTORS AM / FM CONNECTOR PATCH CABLE INSERTION LOSS AIS RECEIVE GAIN NOISE FIGURE SWITCHING TIME SENSITIVITY 10-32 VDC, To optimise performance of the SP160 means it is available to make installation easy. This is designed to work to use a shared antenna without the need to increase gain and...
2022 Vesper Marine Catalog
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... HEADING-UP/NORTH-UP DISPLAY DISPLAYS MAGNETIC BEARINGS AND AIDS TO NAVIGATION MARKS USING CHART PLOTTERS, MFD'S AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE VHF RADIO DSC CALLING BY SELECTING A TARGET ON THE SCREEN POWER CONSUMPTION @ 12V Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Provides GPS info to all connected devices Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Using our free iOS and Android...
... HEADING-UP/NORTH-UP DISPLAY DISPLAYS MAGNETIC BEARINGS AND AIDS TO NAVIGATION MARKS USING CHART PLOTTERS, MFD'S AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE VHF RADIO DSC CALLING BY SELECTING A TARGET ON THE SCREEN POWER CONSUMPTION @ 12V Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Provides GPS info to all connected devices Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Cortex Handsets, Cortex Onboard App (iOS & Android) Using our free iOS and Android...