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.... Revision 1 Revision Date 08/04/17 RECORD OF REVISIONS Initial Release Description 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page A Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual and of any revision to this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy...
.... Revision 1 Revision Date 08/04/17 RECORD OF REVISIONS Initial Release Description 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page A Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual and of any revision to this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy...
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...all related marks and logos are registered trademarks owned by Garmin is under license. NOTE The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in this installation manual refer to the Garmin GDL 51 and GDL 52 unless specifically noted otherwise. iPad®, iPhone®, ...iPod®, and iPod touch are the property of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. Sirius, XM, SiriusXM, and...
...all related marks and logos are registered trademarks owned by Garmin is under license. NOTE The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in this installation manual refer to the Garmin GDL 51 and GDL 52 unless specifically noted otherwise. iPad®, iPhone®, ...iPod®, and iPod touch are the property of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. Sirius, XM, SiriusXM, and...
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... interférence, y compris les interférences pouvant entraîner un fonctionnement indésirable de l'appareil. M/N: A02895 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page ii This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by one of the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference...
... interférence, y compris les interférences pouvant entraîner un fonctionnement indésirable de l'appareil. M/N: A02895 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page ii This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by one of the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference...
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...Section 2 Installation Overview 2-1 2.1 Introduction...2-1 2.2 Installation Materials ...2-1 2.3 Available Accessories...2-1 2.4 Installation Considerations 2-3 2.5 GDL 5X/5XR Installation Guidance for Best Wireless Performance 2-4 2.6 Cabling and Wiring...2-5 2.7 Cooling Air ...2-6 2.8 Configuration...Coax Cable Installation...3-2 3.5 Equipment Mounting ...3-2 3.6 Continued Airworthiness 3-2 3.7 Antenna Installation ...3-3 3.8 Non-Garmin Antennas ...3-4 3.9 Garmin Antennas ...3-5 3.10 Post Installation Checkout 3-6 Section 4 System Interconnects 4-1 4.1 Pin Function List...4-1 Appendix ...
...Section 2 Installation Overview 2-1 2.1 Introduction...2-1 2.2 Installation Materials ...2-1 2.3 Available Accessories...2-1 2.4 Installation Considerations 2-3 2.5 GDL 5X/5XR Installation Guidance for Best Wireless Performance 2-4 2.6 Cabling and Wiring...2-5 2.7 Cooling Air ...2-6 2.8 Configuration...Coax Cable Installation...3-2 3.5 Equipment Mounting ...3-2 3.6 Continued Airworthiness 3-2 3.7 Antenna Installation ...3-3 3.8 Non-Garmin Antennas ...3-4 3.9 Garmin Antennas ...3-5 3.10 Post Installation Checkout 3-6 Section 4 System Interconnects 4-1 4.1 Pin Function List...4-1 Appendix ...
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... 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 1-1 This manual is not intended for use by reference to this manual assumes use by law, Garmin will not be required in some cases, to install these functions in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of a ground station, the GDL 52/ 52R ...from improper or negligent installation of the GDL 5X/5XR by a Garmin-authorized installer. NOTE Garmin recommends installation of the GDL 5X/5XR. For questions, please contact Garmin Product Support at 1-888-606-5482. 1.2 Equipment Description The Garmin GDL 51/51R/52/52R products are remote mount versions ...
... 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 1-1 This manual is not intended for use by reference to this manual assumes use by law, Garmin will not be required in some cases, to install these functions in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of a ground station, the GDL 52/ 52R ...from improper or negligent installation of the GDL 5X/5XR by a Garmin-authorized installer. NOTE Garmin recommends installation of the GDL 5X/5XR. For questions, please contact Garmin Product Support at 1-888-606-5482. 1.2 Equipment Description The Garmin GDL 51/51R/52/52R products are remote mount versions ...
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See the applicable pilot's guide and headset manual for charging, power, and SW updates (GDL 51/52 only) • Supports Bluetooth Connections to 2 displays + 1 audio device • Attitude Sensor • Pressure Sensor 1.2.2 Compatible Displays The following Garmin devices are compatible with the GDL 5X/5XR units. • aera 660 • aera 795/796 • G3X Touch...
See the applicable pilot's guide and headset manual for charging, power, and SW updates (GDL 51/52 only) • Supports Bluetooth Connections to 2 displays + 1 audio device • Attitude Sensor • Pressure Sensor 1.2.2 Compatible Displays The following Garmin devices are compatible with the GDL 5X/5XR units. • aera 660 • aera 795/796 • G3X Touch...
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...Specifications 1.3.1 Physical Characteristics Table 1-1 GDL 51/52 Physical Characteristics Characteristic Height Width Depth Weight, GDL 51,52 Height w/Mounting Bracket Width w/... inches (86.4 mm) 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg) 1.51 inches (38.3 mm) 5.26 inches (133.6 mm) 3.52 inches (89.5 mm) 0.81 lbs (0.37 kg) 1.65 inches (41.9 mm) 7.50 inches (190.5 mm) 5.50 ...inches (139.7 mm) 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg) Table 1-2 GDL 51R/52R Physical Characteristics Characteristic Height Width Depth Depth w/Connector Weight, GDL 51R Weight, GDL 52R Specification 1.60 inches (40.6 mm) 6.10 inches (154.9 mm) 5....
...Specifications 1.3.1 Physical Characteristics Table 1-1 GDL 51/52 Physical Characteristics Characteristic Height Width Depth Weight, GDL 51,52 Height w/Mounting Bracket Width w/... inches (86.4 mm) 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg) 1.51 inches (38.3 mm) 5.26 inches (133.6 mm) 3.52 inches (89.5 mm) 0.81 lbs (0.37 kg) 1.65 inches (41.9 mm) 7.50 inches (190.5 mm) 5.50 ...inches (139.7 mm) 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg) Table 1-2 GDL 51R/52R Physical Characteristics Characteristic Height Width Depth Depth w/Connector Weight, GDL 51R Weight, GDL 52R Specification 1.60 inches (40.6 mm) 6.10 inches (154.9 mm) 5....
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General Specifications Characteristic Operating Voltage Temperature Range Maximum Altitude Headphone Output Bluetooth Connectivity USB Port (GDL 5X only) Specification 14/28 VDC refer to Table 1-4 for detailed power requirements -20°C to +60°C (operation) -20°C to +30°C (storage) -...
General Specifications Characteristic Operating Voltage Temperature Range Maximum Altitude Headphone Output Bluetooth Connectivity USB Port (GDL 5X only) Specification 14/28 VDC refer to Table 1-4 for detailed power requirements -20°C to +60°C (operation) -20°C to +30°C (storage) -...
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...01194-00 190-01501-00 190-01532-00 190-01754-00 190-02017-20 190-02087-00 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 1-5 Power Specifications Unit GDL 51 GDL 51R GDL 52 GDL 52R Aircraft Power - Unit On 0.4 A @ 5V NA 0.67A @ 5V NA USB Power - Unit On, Charging ...NA 0.84A @ 14V 0.41A @ 28V NA USB Power - Table 1-5 GDL 5X/5XR Reference Documents Document G3X/G3X Touch Installation Manual aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Garmin Pilot User's Guide User's Guide, Garmin Pilot for installing the GDL 5X/5XR. Before installing the unit, the technician should read all relevant ...
...01194-00 190-01501-00 190-01532-00 190-01754-00 190-02017-20 190-02087-00 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 1-5 Power Specifications Unit GDL 51 GDL 51R GDL 52 GDL 52R Aircraft Power - Unit On 0.4 A @ 5V NA 0.67A @ 5V NA USB Power - Unit On, Charging ...NA 0.84A @ 14V 0.41A @ 28V NA USB Power - Table 1-5 GDL 5X/5XR Reference Documents Document G3X/G3X Touch Installation Manual aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Garmin Pilot User's Guide User's Guide, Garmin Pilot for installing the GDL 5X/5XR. Before installing the unit, the technician should read all relevant ...
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... in this section are required to A Style USB, Mass Storage, 0.5m Garmin P/N Qty 145-02489-00 1 253-00503-00 1 320-00239-53 1 320-00559-00 1 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-1 The guidance of the GDL 5X/5XR. Table 2-2 GDL 5X Accessories Item Mounting Bracket Suction Cup w/Cable Slot Vehicle Power Adapter...
... in this section are required to A Style USB, Mass Storage, 0.5m Garmin P/N Qty 145-02489-00 1 253-00503-00 1 320-00239-53 1 320-00559-00 1 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-1 The guidance of the GDL 5X/5XR. Table 2-2 GDL 5X Accessories Item Mounting Bracket Suction Cup w/Cable Slot Vehicle Power Adapter...
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.../52R Available Accessories Equipment GA 25 BNC Remote GPS Antenna (Low Profile) GA 24 TNC SXM Antenna GDL 51R/52R Connector Kit Garmin P/N 010-10701-00 010-12498-50 010-12498-60 Table 2-5 Contents of the following accessories are required to install the unit. 2.3.2 Accessories...Sub Connector Receptacle, Crimp Socket 15 ckt Contact, Socket, Mil Crimp, Size 20, 20-24 AWG Garmin P/N 011-01855-01 330-00625-15 336-00022-02 Quantity 1 1 16 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-2 A single connector kit (010-12498-60) and mounting hardware (not provided) are provided ...
.../52R Available Accessories Equipment GA 25 BNC Remote GPS Antenna (Low Profile) GA 24 TNC SXM Antenna GDL 51R/52R Connector Kit Garmin P/N 010-10701-00 010-12498-50 010-12498-60 Table 2-5 Contents of the following accessories are required to install the unit. 2.3.2 Accessories...Sub Connector Receptacle, Crimp Socket 15 ckt Contact, Socket, Mil Crimp, Size 20, 20-24 AWG Garmin P/N 011-01855-01 330-00625-15 336-00022-02 Quantity 1 1 16 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-2 A single connector kit (010-12498-60) and mounting hardware (not provided) are provided ...
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...Cord • Ring Terminals (for part numbers. • Heat shrink tubing 2.4 Installation Considerations The GDL 5XR interfaces with applicable laws and regulations. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-3 To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or store it out of direct ... (6 ea) #6-32 screw and (6 ea) #6-32 self-locking nut for installing the GDL 5XR unit to the aircraft frame. • Push/Pull (that is not approved or supplied by Garmin. • Contact your local waste disposal department to wrap the cable bundle. Interconnect wiring ...
...Cord • Ring Terminals (for part numbers. • Heat shrink tubing 2.4 Installation Considerations The GDL 5XR interfaces with applicable laws and regulations. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-3 To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or store it out of direct ... (6 ea) #6-32 screw and (6 ea) #6-32 self-locking nut for installing the GDL 5XR unit to the aircraft frame. • Push/Pull (that is not approved or supplied by Garmin. • Contact your local waste disposal department to wrap the cable bundle. Interconnect wiring ...
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... Connext wireless antenna is located on aircraft body type (metal or fiberglass) and the surrounding structures/equipment. Figure 2-1 GDL 5X Connext Antenna Location 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-4 For optimal wireless performance ensure that the unit has an unobstructed view of the unit (LEDs and connectors) facing the cockpit...
... Connext wireless antenna is located on aircraft body type (metal or fiberglass) and the surrounding structures/equipment. Figure 2-1 GDL 5X Connext Antenna Location 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-4 For optimal wireless performance ensure that the unit has an unobstructed view of the unit (LEDs and connectors) facing the cockpit...
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... gap between the devices) to be used . 2.6 Cabling and Wiring Refer to ground. Figure 2-2 GDL 5XR Connext Antenna Location Do not install the GDL 5XR in Figure 2-2 below. When routing wire and cable, observe the following precautions: • Keep...motors, etc) or near heat sources. If using larger barrel contacts, ensure that additional cooling is provided. The GDL 5XR Connext wireless antenna is located on the front face of cables and connectors. Allow adequate space for wire ... This minimizes the risk of the cables. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-5
... gap between the devices) to be used . 2.6 Cabling and Wiring Refer to ground. Figure 2-2 GDL 5XR Connext Antenna Location Do not install the GDL 5XR in Figure 2-2 below. When routing wire and cable, observe the following precautions: • Keep...motors, etc) or near heat sources. If using larger barrel contacts, ensure that additional cooling is provided. The GDL 5XR Connext wireless antenna is located on the front face of cables and connectors. Allow adequate space for wire ... This minimizes the risk of the cables. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-5
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...; Use this to zero the pitch/roll to the current aircraft attitude. • Compatibility Mode ◦ Using this setting may improve Garmin Pilot Connext data connections. • Auto Reconnect Settings for attaching cooling air, however the thermal characteristics of fan or natural convection is ... of the installation should always be assessed. 2.7 Cooling Air The GDL 5X/5XR does not have provisions for paired wireless devices The GDL 5X/5XR products can be used. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-6 Limiting thermal build up to increase the product life. ...
...; Use this to zero the pitch/roll to the current aircraft attitude. • Compatibility Mode ◦ Using this setting may improve Garmin Pilot Connext data connections. • Auto Reconnect Settings for attaching cooling air, however the thermal characteristics of fan or natural convection is ... of the installation should always be assessed. 2.7 Cooling Air The GDL 5X/5XR does not have provisions for paired wireless devices The GDL 5X/5XR products can be used. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-6 Limiting thermal build up to increase the product life. ...
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... update GPS fix ADS-B (GDL 52/52R only) No Ground Signal SXM No signal Fault Fault Firmware update Firmware update Ground station signal received in the last minute Minimum required or better signal N/A N/A N/A 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-7 Table 2-6 describes ...the operation of the unit that indicate the unit's current status. 2.9 Front Panel The GDL 5X/5XR has several status LEDs visible on the face of the status...
... update GPS fix ADS-B (GDL 52/52R only) No Ground Signal SXM No signal Fault Fault Firmware update Firmware update Ground station signal received in the last minute Minimum required or better signal N/A N/A N/A 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-7 Table 2-6 describes ...the operation of the unit that indicate the unit's current status. 2.9 Front Panel The GDL 5X/5XR has several status LEDs visible on the face of the status...
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...GDL 5X to subscribe. 2. The current version of software can be viewed on the System Information Page of the activated services: ◦ For SiriusXM weather, on the web site to activate your subscribed services are available. See the owner's manual provided with your Garmin...manual provided with your needs. See the owner's manual provided with system software. Contact SiriusXM by phone at www.garmin.com/webupdater. 2.10.1 Checking Software Version The GDL...ID. 2.10 Updating Software Software updates for the GDL 5X/5XR can be received through your device for more information....
...GDL 5X to subscribe. 2. The current version of software can be viewed on the System Information Page of the activated services: ◦ For SiriusXM weather, on the web site to activate your subscribed services are available. See the owner's manual provided with your Garmin...manual provided with your needs. See the owner's manual provided with system software. Contact SiriusXM by phone at www.garmin.com/webupdater. 2.10.1 Checking Software Version The GDL...ID. 2.10 Updating Software Software updates for the GDL 5X/5XR can be received through your device for more information....
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... wing spar). • For proper attitude performance the unit should be rigidly mounted to the airframe. Single-point, in this manual should be protected from rapid thermal transients, in potential can also couple into audio system interconnecting cables when they are prone to ...or when signal returns share the same path as large currents from nearby high-power equipment. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-9 See Section 3.5 for the various avionics producing and processing audio signals. Coupled interference can sneak into audio system interconnecting...
... wing spar). • For proper attitude performance the unit should be rigidly mounted to the airframe. Single-point, in this manual should be protected from rapid thermal transients, in potential can also couple into audio system interconnecting cables when they are prone to ...or when signal returns share the same path as large currents from nearby high-power equipment. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 2-9 See Section 3.5 for the various avionics producing and processing audio signals. Coupled interference can sneak into audio system interconnecting...
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...the original shipping containers for errors before installing the GDL 51R/52R. All electrical connections to the GDL 51R/52R are subject to change without notice. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 3-1 Section 4 defines the electrical characteristics of... interconnect wiring diagrams. Construct the actual harnesses in accordance with the connector kit. If the unit is large enough to accommodate sufficient packing material to Garmin until the ...
...the original shipping containers for errors before installing the GDL 51R/52R. All electrical connections to the GDL 51R/52R are subject to change without notice. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 3-1 Section 4 defines the electrical characteristics of... interconnect wiring diagrams. Construct the actual harnesses in accordance with the connector kit. If the unit is large enough to accommodate sufficient packing material to Garmin until the ...
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...(ICA) are not required for this product under 14 CFR Part 21 since the GDL 5X/5XR has received no FAA approval or endorsement. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 3-2 Route the coaxial cable to the desired length and install the connector. Secure... interfere with good aviation practice. 2. Periodic maintenance of the GDL 5X/5XR is provided by the installer. To assemble the backshell, refer to the Jackscrew Backshell Installation Instructions in Appendix A. 3.3 Backshell Assembly Garmin's backshell gives the installer the ability to easily terminate shield...
...(ICA) are not required for this product under 14 CFR Part 21 since the GDL 5X/5XR has received no FAA approval or endorsement. 190-02087-10 Rev. 1 GDL 51(R)/52(R) Installation Manual Page 3-2 Route the coaxial cable to the desired length and install the connector. Secure... interfere with good aviation practice. 2. Periodic maintenance of the GDL 5X/5XR is provided by the installer. To assemble the backshell, refer to the Jackscrew Backshell Installation Instructions in Appendix A. 3.3 Backshell Assembly Garmin's backshell gives the installer the ability to easily terminate shield...