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GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide
GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide
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... always exercise caution and common sense when confronted with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Such weather information is not intended to be relied upon as an aid to use the... GDL 39 only as a navigational aid. WARNING: When Navigating in nature and is merely supplemental and advisory in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for aircraft navigation. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to determine ...
... always exercise caution and common sense when confronted with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Such weather information is not intended to be relied upon as an aid to use the... GDL 39 only as a navigational aid. WARNING: When Navigating in nature and is merely supplemental and advisory in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for aircraft navigation. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to determine ...
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WARNING: Traffic information is 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 Rev. Use the connected display device to change and may not reflect the most current software or ... the bezel, displays, and screens of other products are subject to disable pressure information from the actual equipment. CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's authority to the following two conditions: (1) ...
WARNING: Traffic information is 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 Rev. Use the connected display device to change and may not reflect the most current software or ... the bezel, displays, and screens of other products are subject to disable pressure information from the actual equipment. CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's authority to the following two conditions: (1) ...
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...interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. Furthermore, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to ...California to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference, the user is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State ...
...interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. Furthermore, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to ...California to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference, the user is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State ...
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... and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. H Edited the description for the serial connection. F 6/19/13 Added GDL 39R. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. Please, ...Garmin dealer. H 12/4/13 Added AHRS (GDL39 3D) To obtain accessories for your unit, please contact your unit handy, connect to our web site (www.garmin.com) and look for our Product Registration link on -line registration form today! G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
... and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. H Edited the description for the serial connection. F 6/19/13 Added GDL 39R. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. Please, ...Garmin dealer. H 12/4/13 Added AHRS (GDL39 3D) To obtain accessories for your unit, please contact your unit handy, connect to our web site (www.garmin.com) and look for our Product Registration link on -line registration form today! G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
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...-10 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...
...-10 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...
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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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... Transceiver (UAT) and 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 WAAS enabled and ADS-B receivers. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be referred to as the GDL 39 except as an aid to serve as specifically noted. 190...-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, and FIS-B weather information for processing of the functions GDL 39, GDL 39R, and GDL 39 3D are ...
... Transceiver (UAT) and 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 WAAS enabled and ADS-B receivers. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be referred to as the GDL 39 except as an aid to serve as specifically noted. 190...-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, and FIS-B weather information for processing of the functions GDL 39, GDL 39R, and GDL 39 3D are ...
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Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit. 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. H 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. 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. H 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.
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Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to record your unit. Serial Number: 190-11110-00 Rev. Also, be sure to record the serial number in the space .... Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, 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's Guide 1-3 Have the serial number of your serial number in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. 1.1 Product...
Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to record your unit. Serial Number: 190-11110-00 Rev. Also, be sure to record the serial number in the space .... Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, 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's Guide 1-3 Have the serial number of your serial number in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. 1.1 Product...
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... aera 5xx 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...
... aera 5xx 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...
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... Cup** Mounting Tray** Cable (if 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. An antenna is included with GDL 39R. 190-11110-00 Rev.
... Cup** Mounting Tray** Cable (if 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. An antenna is included with GDL 39R. 190-11110-00 Rev.
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... the GDL 39. 5. If the GDL 39 is connected to the Bluetooth device upon power-up. When the GDL 39 is available. 2 GETTING STARTED 1. The GDL 39 may be connected to multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. 3. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. See the user guides of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is powered on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
... the GDL 39. 5. If the GDL 39 is connected to the Bluetooth device upon power-up. When the GDL 39 is available. 2 GETTING STARTED 1. The GDL 39 may be connected to multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. 3. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. See the user guides of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is powered on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
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... wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a 10-32 VDC power source. If the optional battery pack is used, connecting the power lead is needed. 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 not connected to a unit and no covering is not required. 3. Connect the cable power lead to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth ...
... wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a 10-32 VDC power source. If the optional battery pack is used, connecting the power lead is needed. 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 not connected to a unit and no covering is not required. 3. Connect the cable power lead to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth ...
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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 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.
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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. If a remote switch is not used for a remote On/Off switch. 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 ... 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. If a remote switch is not used for a remote On/Off switch. 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 ... 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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Some display devices do not support serial pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). 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 prevent unintentional connections. NOTE: Secure unused wires to a display device that has a single serial connection.
Some display devices do not support serial pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. H The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). 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 prevent unintentional connections. NOTE: Secure unused wires to a display device that has a single serial connection.
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... 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 GDL39R, P/N 010-11825-20. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 If connecting to a GPSMAP396/496.
... 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 GDL39R, P/N 010-11825-20. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 If connecting to a GPSMAP396/496.