AIS 800 Blackbox Transceiver, Built-in GPS

Please note: FCC requires AIS transponders to be programmed before they are used. When you receive your unit:
• Fill out the form on this page (link underneath "MANUFACTURERS RESOURCES")
• Take a photo of the serial number
• Email to: [email protected] We then upload the info to the cloud and the unit will get the programming as a download when it is installed and powered up. If there are problems with the download Fisheries can send you a file to upload.

Help Avoid Running into Trouble on the Water
Increase your situational awareness and confidence on the water with the Garmin AIS 800 transceiver. It has 5 watts of transmit power and provides faster position reporting than ever before. It transmits your vessel information to other AIS receivers in your area while it receives their AIS target data.

The Garmin AIS 800 has an internal VHF antenna splitter, which allows the VHF and AIS to share a single antenna. It includes a built-in GPS (with connector for an optional external antenna) and integrates seamlessly into the Garmin onboard system.

The transceiver features NMEA 2000/0183 connectivity for easy integration with compatible chartplotters and multifunction displays. And it’s all packed into an easy-to-install black box unit with a small footprint.

• Easy-to-use, reliable communication transmits your vessel information to other AIS receivers in your area while receiving AIS target data
• 5 watts of transmit power with Class B/SO provides faster positioning reporting than ever before (When cruising above 14 knots)
• Built-in GPS with connector for optional external antenna
• NMEA 2000® connectivity for easy integration with compatible chartplotters and multifunction displays
• Internal VHF antenna splitter allows VHF and AIS to share a single antenna