Garmin AIS™ 800 Blackbox Transceiver

Stay ahead on the water with the Garmin AIS™ 800 Blackbox Transceiver. This compact, high-performance transceiver transmits your vessel information to nearby AIS receivers while quickly receiving their AIS target data, helping you maintain situational awareness and safer navigation. With 5 watts of transmit power using Class B/SO, it delivers faster position reporting than ever before, so you stay seen and informed in busy waters.

The AIS 800 features a built-in GPS and a connector for an optional external antenna, ensuring precise positioning data. Its seamless NMEA 2000® connectivity makes it easy to integrate with compatible chartplotters and multifunction displays, so all your critical data stays in one place. An internal VHF antenna splitter allows VHF and AIS to share a single antenna, simplifying installation and reducing clutter on deck.

All-in-one convenience, all-in-one protection: the Garmin AIS 800 is designed for simple installation and reliable performance, packed into a small black box that fits neatly into any installation space while delivering robust AIS functionality for real-time vessel tracking and collision avoidance.

Key features

• 5 watts transmit power for faster position reporting
• Transmits your vessel information to nearby AIS receivers while receiving AIS target data
• Built-in GPS with connector for optional external antenna
• NMEA 2000 connectivity for easy integration with chartplotters and multifunction displays
• Internal VHF antenna splitter allows VHF and AIS to share a single antenna
• Compact black box design for easy installation

In the box

• AIS 800
• NMEA 2000® T-connector
• NMEA 2000 drop cable (2 meters)
• VHF antenna extension (1.2 meters)
• USB adapter cable
• Power cable
• Mounting hardware
• Documentation

¹When cruising above 14 knots

Important installation note: As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician, please submit the programming form at time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI Registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form. Click here to download form.

Prop 65 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 go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.