VHF & AIS

Garmin offers communications and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) designed to enhance convenience and safety for mariners worldwide. All include Digital Selective Calling (DSC), a global protocol that uses channel 70 to transmit and receive digital messages. VHF radios equipped with DSC can send and receive digital emergency messages, private calls and general calls and let you call attention to VHF calls by using stored Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) numbers. DSC significantly improves the chances of rapid rescue.

Garmin AIS™ 800 Blackbox Transceiver

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 before¹. It transmits your vessel information to other AIS receivers in your area while it receives their AIS target data. 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 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.

VHF 315 Marine Radio

The 25-watt VHF 315 marine radio with Class D DSC is a modular communication solution. It provides the security of reliable communication and full NOAA weather alerts on the water by meeting the latest industry standards. It’s easy to use and integrates seamlessly into the Garmin onboard system. It has a built-in GPS receiver with connector for required external antenna. VHF 315 includes a GHS 11 handset and new active speaker to use as an intercom between up to 3 stations. It’s also equipped with a two-way 30-watt hailer system and supports an optional foghorn for communication with other boats or deckhands. NMEA 2000 connectivity enables easy integration with compatible chartplotters, multifunction displays and convenient software updates. Simplified handset connectors and an uncomplicated, easy-to-use interface allow you to get your radio set up quickly, so you can get back out on the water and start communicating.

VHF 215 Garmin AIS™ Marine Radio

Communication and situational awareness are critical on the water. This fixed-mount VHF 215 Garmin AIS radio displays AIS on the chartplotter to enhance communication, situational awareness and collision avoidance between you and other mariners worldwide.

Increase Your Peace of Mind

During an emergency situation, the 25-watt transmit power of VHF 215 Garmin AIS gives fishermen, sailors and cruisers confidence at their fingertips. 

Communicate Confidently on the Water

Easy to install and use, just plug and play to compatible Garmin chartplotters and MFDs via the NMEA 2000 network. VHF 215 Garmin AIS provides standard Class D DSC functionality (distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed MMSI). The radio includes frequency bands for all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels and 10 NOAA weather channels. It’s also NMEA 0183 network compatible and supports an optional foghorn and two-way hailer system for onboard communication.

VHF 115 Marine Radio

Communication is critical on the water. With the VHF 115 radio, you can stay in contact with the shore and other boats in your area. So, no matter where you are or where you’re headed, you’ll maintain communication.

Increase Your Peace of Mind. During an emergency situation, the 25-watt transmit power of VHF 115 gives fishermen, sailors and cruisers confidence at their fingertips.

Communicate Confidently on the Water

Easy to install and use, just plug and play to compatible Garmin chartplotters and MFDs via the NMEA 2000 network. VHF 115 provides standard Class D DSC functionality (distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed MMSI). The radio includes frequency bands for all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels and 10 NOAA weather channels. It’s also NMEA 0183 compatible.

Ripping It Marine offers knowledgeable and professional assistance with all your marine electronic solutions. We boost your confidence on the water with highest quality products and experienced installation along with our extended support services that go above and beyond. Contact us to learn the benefits of outfitting your vessel with innovative marine technology solutions from Garmin.