Garmin AIS 800 Blackbox Transceiver

The Garmin AIS™ 800 Blackbox Transceiver is a cutting-edge marine device engineered to elevate your vessel's safety and connectivity on the water. With powerful transmission capabilities and seamless integration options, the AIS 800 ensures you stay informed and connected with other vessels in your area, enhancing your situational awareness and confidence during every voyage.

Features

• Reliable Communication: Effortlessly transmits your vessel information to nearby AIS receivers while receiving AIS target data, ensuring you stay aware of your surroundings.
• Powerful Transmission: Equipped with 5 watts of transmit power in Class B/SO mode, the AIS 800 delivers faster position reporting than ever before¹, enhancing real-time tracking.
• Built-in GPS: Integrated GPS with a connector for an optional external antenna provides precise positioning data for accurate navigation.
• NMEA 2000® Connectivity: Easily integrates with compatible chartplotters and multifunction displays, streamlining your onboard systems.
• Internal VHF Antenna Splitter: Shares a single antenna between VHF and AIS, reducing wiring complexity and saving valuable space.

Enhance Your Maritime Safety

Increase your situational awareness and confidence on the water with the Garmin AIS 800 Transceiver. Its robust 5-watt transmit power ensures rapid position reporting, allowing you to stay updated on vessel movements around you. The AIS 800 not only transmits your vessel's information to other AIS-equipped devices but also receives critical target data, providing a comprehensive view of your maritime environment.

The built-in GPS module offers precise location data, and with the optional external antenna connector, you can further enhance signal reception. Integration is seamless with Garmin's onboard systems, thanks to NMEA 2000® connectivity, making installation straightforward and efficient. The compact black box design ensures easy installation without taking up excessive space on your vessel.

What's Included

• AIS 800 Transceiver
• NMEA 2000® T-connector
• NMEA 2000 Drop Cable (2 meters)
• VHF Antenna Extension (1.2 meters)
• USB Adapter Cable
• Power Cable
• Mounting Hardware
• Documentation

Specifications

Feature	Details
Display Included	No
GPS Included	Yes
Function	Receive/Transmit
Antenna Included	No
AIS Class	B
Box Dimensions	6"H x 8"W x 10"L
Weight	5.6 lbs
UPC	753759209919

¹Effective when cruising above 14 knots

Compliance and Programming Requirements

Note: The FCC mandates that all AIS units sold in the United States must be programmed by a qualified technician. To comply, please submit the form below at the time of purchase. Ensure you include a copy of the MMSI Registration or FCC Ship Station License, along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form.

Download the Programming Form Here.

Safety Information

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Return Policy

This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Additional Resources

Download the Brochure (PDF)

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