GARMIN AIS 800 Installation Instructions
GARMIN AIS™ 800
TA-2018/3459
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
CAUTION
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles,
ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or
sanding.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device and
vessel, disconnect the vessel's power supply before beginning
to install the device.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to this device and
vessel, only install this device when the vessel is on land, or
when properly secured and docked in calm water conditions.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite
side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
FCC Compliance
NOTICE
In the USA, it is prohibited under FCC regulations to enter
incorrect or improper data, and it is prohibited for any person
other than the manufacturer or the installing dealer to input an
MMSI number.
It is a violation of the rules of the FCC to input an MMSI number
that has not been properly assigned to the user, or to otherwise
input any inaccurate data in this device.
Assigning Data to the Device
WARNING
When programmed with a valid MMSI number, this device
allows you to transmit AIS signals with vessel position data. This
device is meant to enhance situational awareness and may not
prevent vessel collisions in all circumstances. It is your
obligation to be aware of your surroundings and to ensure safe
operation of the vessel.
CAUTION
You must program the Garmin AIS 800 device with a valid
vessel MMSI number before installing the device on your boat.
By default, the device operates in silent mode until you program
the device with a valid vessel MMSI number. In silent mode, the
device receives, but does not transmit, AIS signals with position
data. You can program the device to transmit static vessel data
including the vessel name, call sign, type, and dimensions,
including the location of the vessel's GPS antenna.
You can program the device to transmit vessel position data and
static vessel data including the vessel name, call sign, type,
dimensions, and the location of the vessel's GPS antenna. It is
also possible to temporarily revert to silent mode (only receives,
but does not transmit, vessel data) by means of a toggle switch
(not included) (Connecting the Device to Power, page 2).
Installing the Garmin AIS 800 Software on Your Computer
Go to garmin.com/AIS800, select Software, and download
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the .zip file to your computer.
Connect the included USB cable to your computer and the
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USB port on the Garmin AIS 800 device.
NOTE: While you program with the USB cable, you may
need to disconnect all other cables from the Garmin AIS 800
device to prevent a ground loop between the computer and
your vessel power.
Double-click the .exe file, and follow the on-screen
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instructions.
Programming the Garmin AIS 800
Before the device can be used on a boat, it must be
programmed with a unique MMSI number and with additional
vessel-specific static data. The MMSI number must be
programmed by an authorized marine electronics dealer or
installer.
Before you can program the device, you must install the Garmin
AIS 800 software on your computer (Installing the Garmin AIS
800 Software on Your Computer, page 1).
In the program, select the Static data tab.
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In the Connection and Status window, select a COM port
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from the drop-down list.
Select Connect.
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Enter your ship name, call sign, dimensions, vessel type, and
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MMSI number (Assigning an MMSI Number to the Garmin
AIS 800, page 1).
Select Save data to AIS 800.
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NOTE: The data is lost if the Garmin AIS 800 device is
turned off. You must select Save data to AIS 800 to
permanently save your data.
Select File > Exit.
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Assigning an MMSI Number to the Garmin AIS 800
Launch the Garmin AIS 800 setup software.
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In the Connection and Status window, select a COM port
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from the drop-down list.
Select Connect.
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In the Static Data window, enter your nine-digit MMSI
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number in the MMSI Number field.
NOTICE
You cannot change the MMSI number after you assign the
MMSI number to your boat. If you assign an incorrect MMSI
number, you must return the device to the manufacturer for a
factory reset.
Select Save data to AIS 800.
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Tools Needed
• Drill
• Drill bits appropriate for the surface and hardware
• Phillips screwdriver
• Pencil
Mounting Considerations
NOTICE
This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed
to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range
for this device is listed in the product specifications. Extended
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exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature
range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device
failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related
consequences are not covered by the warranty.
• You must mount the device in a location where it will not be
submerged.
• You must mount the device in a location with adequate
ventilation where it will not be exposed to extreme
temperatures.
For optimal internal GPS reception:
• You should mount the device in a location where it is above
the water line when the ship is in the water.
• You should mount the device as far as possible, at least
20 cm (7.9 in.), from cables, electronics, metal objects, and
other potential sources of GPS interference.
• If you mount the device in a boat with a metal hull, you must
connect the device to an external GPS antenna (sold
separately).
• If possible, you should mount the device horizontally, with the
face of the device pointing upward or vertically with the LEDs
facing upward. The GPS is most sensitive in these positions.
VHF Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure
WARNING
Radio operators with cardiac pacemakers, life-support
machines, or electrical medical equipment should not be
exposed to excessive radio-frequency (RF) fields, because the
RF field may interfere with the function of their medical
equipment.
CAUTION
This device generates and radiates radio frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy (EME). Failure to observe these
guidelines may expose people to RF radiation absorption
exceeding the maximum permissible exposure (MPE).
Garmin® declares an MPE radius of 2.48 m (97.64 in.) for this
system, which was determined using 5 W output to an omnidirectional, 6 dBi gain antenna. The antenna should be installed
to maintain a distance of 2.48 m (97.64 in.) between the antenna
and all people.
Mounting the Device
NOTICE
If you are mounting the device in fiberglass, when drilling the
pilot holes, use a countersink bit to drill a clearance counterbore
through only the top gel-coat layer. This will help to avoid
cracking in the gel-coat layer when the screws are tightened.
Connection Considerations
Device Ports
Item Description
USB to connect a computer to program the device
NMEA 2000
Power and NMEA® 0183
VHF antenna (not included, but required)
VHF radio (optional)
External GPS antenna (optional)
Connecting the Device to Power
When programmed with a valid MMSI number, this device
allows you to transmit AIS signals with vessel position data. This
device is meant to enhance situational awareness and may not
prevent vessel collisions in all circumstances. It is your
obligation to be aware of your surroundings and to ensure safe
operation of the vessel.
After installing the device and programming a valid vessel MMSI
number, you can temporarily revert to the default silent mode
(only receives, does not transmit) using a toggle switch (not
included) (Connecting the Device to Power, page 2). While
operating in silent mode, the device does not transmit AIS
signals.
Four wires (red, black, green, and yellow) provide the basic
power connection.
Route the wiring harness from the device POWER (and
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NMEA 0183) port to the battery .
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WARNING
CAUTION
Before you mount the device, you must select a mounting
location and determine the mounting hardware needed for the
surface.
NOTE: Mounting hardware is included with the device, but it
may not be suitable for the mounting surface.
Place the device in the mounting location and mark the
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location of the pilot holes.
Using a bit appropriate for the surface and the mounting
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hardware, drill a pilot hole for one corner of the device.
Loosely fasten the device to the surface with one corner and
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examine the other three pilot-hole marks.
Mark new pilot-hole locations if necessary.
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Remove the device from the mounting surface.
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Drill the appropriate pilot holes for the other three marks.
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Secure the device to the mounting location.
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Connect the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal.
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Connect the black wire to the power ground on the
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negative (-) battery terminal.
Connect the green wire to the power ground with a switch
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(not included) between the green wire and power ground, to
provide a toggle , switch to revert to the default silent
mode (optional).
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