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...Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Use weather data only as an aid to receive weather information through external sources. The user should not be used to determine ground proximity for aircraft navigation. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to situational awareness. WARNING: Use the GDL 39..., location, or topography. Such weather information is not intended to use the GDL 39 only as an aid for VFR navigation. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. Do not attempt to be ...
...Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Use weather data only as an aid to receive weather information through external sources. The user should not be used to determine ground proximity for aircraft navigation. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to situational awareness. WARNING: Use the GDL 39..., location, or topography. Such weather information is not intended to use the GDL 39 only as an aid for VFR navigation. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. Do not attempt to be ...
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... Rules. Use the connected display device to the following two conditions: (1) this device under FAA/FCC regulations. CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. NOTE: All visual depictions contained within data link weather products may not accurately depict ...may differ slightly from the GDL 39. Information contained within this document, including images of the GDL 39 and the bezel, displays, and screens of other products are subject to operate this device may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00...
... Rules. Use the connected display device to the following two conditions: (1) this device under FAA/FCC regulations. CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. NOTE: All visual depictions contained within data link weather products may not accurately depict ...may differ slightly from the GDL 39. Information contained within this document, including images of the GDL 39 and the bezel, displays, and screens of other products are subject to operate this device may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00...
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...may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment does cause harmful ...in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC limits for additional help if these remedies do not correct the problem. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified avionics technician for Class B digital devices. NOTE: This ...
...may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment does cause harmful ...in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC limits for additional help if these remedies do not correct the problem. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified avionics technician for Class B digital devices. NOTE: This ...
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... or stolen unit tracking. F 6/19/13 Added GDL 39R. H iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. H 12/4/13 Added AHRS (GDL39 3D) To obtain accessories for your unit...
... or stolen unit tracking. F 6/19/13 Added GDL 39R. H iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. H 12/4/13 Added AHRS (GDL39 3D) To obtain accessories for your unit...
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... 3-2 3.1.3 GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-30 3-3 3.1.4 GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-50 3-4 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable(P/N 010-11686-40)... 3-5 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out 3-7 3.2 External Antenna (Optional 3-8 3.2.1 Remote GPS Antennas (Optional 3-9 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
... 3-2 3.1.3 GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-30 3-3 3.1.4 GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-50 3-4 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable(P/N 010-11686-40)... 3-5 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out 3-7 3.2 External Antenna (Optional 3-8 3.2.1 Remote GPS Antennas (Optional 3-9 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
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H 3.2.2 External ADS-B Blade Antenna (Optional 3-11 3.3 GDL 39 Location and Mounting 3-13 3.3.1 Location 3-13 3.3.2 Mounting 3-14 3.4 GDL 39R Location and Mounting 3-16 3.5 Battery Installation 3-18 3.6 Charging the Battery 3-18 3.7 Unit Care 3-20 3.7.1 Cleaning 3-20...4-1 4.2 Bluetooth Setup 4-3 4.3 Software Updates 4-4 4.4 Traffic 4-4 4.5 Weather 4-5 4.6 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS 4-5 5 Appendix 5-1 5.1 Troubleshooting 5-1 5.2 Servicing Your Unit 5-2 5.3 GDL 39 Specifications 5-2 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev.
H 3.2.2 External ADS-B Blade Antenna (Optional 3-11 3.3 GDL 39 Location and Mounting 3-13 3.3.1 Location 3-13 3.3.2 Mounting 3-14 3.4 GDL 39R Location and Mounting 3-16 3.5 Battery Installation 3-18 3.6 Charging the Battery 3-18 3.7 Unit Care 3-20 3.7.1 Cleaning 3-20...4-1 4.2 Bluetooth Setup 4-3 4.3 Software Updates 4-4 4.4 Traffic 4-4 4.5 Weather 4-5 4.6 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS 4-5 5 Appendix 5-1 5.1 Troubleshooting 5-1 5.2 Servicing Your Unit 5-2 5.3 GDL 39 Specifications 5-2 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev.
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... 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). 1 INTRODUCTION The GDL 39 includes internal GPS - The GDL 39 3D possesses AHRS capabilities to request ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, FIS-B weather, and GPS data over the UAT. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be referred to as the GDL 39 except as an aid to the...
... 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). 1 INTRODUCTION The GDL 39 includes internal GPS - The GDL 39 3D possesses AHRS capabilities to request ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, FIS-B weather, and GPS data over the UAT. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be referred to as the GDL 39 except as an aid to the...
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H Serial Port Connector GPS Antenna ADS-B Antenna Figure 1-2 GDL 39R 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. GDL 39 Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port Optional External GPS Antenna Connection Optional Battery Assembly Mounting Tray Figure 1-1 GDL 39 with Optional Battery Assembly To get the most out of your new system, take the time to go through this manual and the Owner's Manual for your display unit. Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit.
H Serial Port Connector GPS Antenna ADS-B Antenna Figure 1-2 GDL 39R 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. GDL 39 Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port Optional External GPS Antenna Connection Optional Battery Assembly Mounting Tray Figure 1-1 GDL 39 with Optional Battery Assembly To get the most out of your new system, take the time to go through this manual and the Owner's Manual for your display unit. Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit.
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... the GDL 39 Use the line below to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). The serial number is stolen, or needs service. Also, be sure to record your serial number in a safe place. 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the bottom of your online registration today! H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User...
... the GDL 39 Use the line below to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). The serial number is stolen, or needs service. Also, be sure to record your serial number in a safe place. 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the bottom of your online registration today! H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User...
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... GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Power Cable GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for aera 79x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with bare wire power GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery GDL 39R Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Cable GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
... GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Power Cable GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for aera 79x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with bare wire power GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery GDL 39R Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Cable GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
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... ordered, see the table above for part numbers) Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide Trial Certificate to Garmin Pilot™ Table 1-2 GDL 39 Shipping Box Contents * A standard detachable antenna is not included with the GDL 39R. ** Not included with the GDL 39. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 An antenna is included with GDL 39R. 190-11110-00 Rev.
... ordered, see the table above for part numbers) Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide Trial Certificate to Garmin Pilot™ Table 1-2 GDL 39 Shipping Box Contents * A standard detachable antenna is not included with the GDL 39R. ** Not included with the GDL 39. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 An antenna is included with GDL 39R. 190-11110-00 Rev.
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..., the GDL 39 will power on , the GDL 39 will go into Bluetooth pairing mode. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. The blue LED will automatically connect to perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 When the GDL 39 is connected...
..., the GDL 39 will power on , the GDL 39 will go into Bluetooth pairing mode. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. The blue LED will automatically connect to perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 When the GDL 39 is connected...
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... to a 10-32 VDC power source. NOTE: Exposed contacts on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is intended to be connected to the data port on the top of causing mechanical damage to the pins. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Be careful of the battery do not have power when...
... to a 10-32 VDC power source. NOTE: Exposed contacts on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is intended to be connected to the data port on the top of causing mechanical damage to the pins. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Be careful of the battery do not have power when...
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3.1.1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-20) Power Connector To GPSMAP 49X/39X Data Port 3.1.2 To GDL 39 Data/Power Port Figure 3-1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-10) Power Connector To GPSMAP 69X Data Port To GDL 39 Data/Power Port Figure 3-2 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable 3-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H
3.1.1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-20) Power Connector To GPSMAP 49X/39X Data Port 3.1.2 To GDL 39 Data/Power Port Figure 3-1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-10) Power Connector To GPSMAP 69X Data Port To GDL 39 Data/Power Port Figure 3-2 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable 3-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H
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H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 Grounding this wire. 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-40) Connection Vin 10-32 VDC Wire Color AWG Red 26 Discrete Input (see note) Gray 28 ... Tx B (Data Out) Orange 28 Rx A (Data In) White/Green 28 Tx A (Data Out) Green 28 Ground Black 26 Table 3-1 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable Connections EMI FILTER Figure 3-5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable NOTE: The Discrete Input may be used , do not connect this input turns the...
H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 Grounding this wire. 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-40) Connection Vin 10-32 VDC Wire Color AWG Red 26 Discrete Input (see note) Gray 28 ... Tx B (Data Out) Orange 28 Rx A (Data In) White/Green 28 Tx A (Data Out) Green 28 Ground Black 26 Table 3-1 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable Connections EMI FILTER Figure 3-5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable NOTE: The Discrete Input may be used , do not connect this input turns the...
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NOTE: Secure unused wires to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxB should be left unconnected and RxB should be connected to a display device that has a single serial connection. The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). Some display devices do not support serial pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to prevent unintentional connections.
NOTE: Secure unused wires to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxB should be left unconnected and RxB should be connected to a display device that has a single serial connection. The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). Some display devices do not support serial pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to prevent unintentional connections.
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H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out Pin Number 1 Description Discrete Input 2 Tx A (Data Out) 3 Rx A (Data In) 4 ID Pin 5 Ground 6 Tx B (Data Out) 7 Rx B (Data In) 8 Ground 9 Vin 10-32 VDC Table 3-2 GDL 39R Pin Out Connections A connector kit including the connector and pins is available for the...
H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out Pin Number 1 Description Discrete Input 2 Tx A (Data Out) 3 Rx A (Data In) 4 ID Pin 5 Ground 6 Tx B (Data Out) 7 Rx B (Data In) 8 Ground 9 Vin 10-32 VDC Table 3-2 GDL 39R Pin Out Connections A connector kit including the connector and pins is available for the...