Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- What is AIS?
- What kinds of vessels will be visible to me?
- How often is AIS information received?
- Should I use a splitter or a dedicated VHF antenna?
- Can I use my existing VHF antenna?
- What can I do if I'm hearing too many alarms?
Questions about Cortex
- Where do I find the Cortex serial numbers?
- Does Cortex have a PA or Loud Hailer function?
- Can a second Cortex Handset listen to different channels?
- How is NMEA 0183 data from Cortex (NMEA 2000 translation into NMEA 0183) get transmitted?
- Can Cortex be equipped with earphones or headset?
- Can I use the heading sensor data from Cortex across my network?
Questions about WatchMate
- Will the XB-8000, Vision and Cortex work with the Furuno wireless radar DRS4W
- Can I use my WatchMate with a chart plotter?
- How will my WatchMate integrate with NMEA information?
- Can I connect my WatchMate to my computer?
- How often is my AIS information sent from my WatchMate transponder?
- Can I use my existing GPS receiver with an XB-6000, XB-8000, WatchMate 850 or Vision?
Technical Support Questions
- Cortex Onboard & WatchMate Apps display "Trying To Connect" after update to iOS 14
- All screens have "No GPS Position!"
- What does VSWR mean and why do I care?
- How can I examine the incoming NMEA data stream to check for problems?
- Why is my WatchMate 850 Transponder reporting Error 04 Antenna Problem and switching itself into silent mode?
- I always see headings and bearings in true rather than magnetic