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... Navigating in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. This product should always exercise caution and common sense when confronted with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: For safety reasons, GDL 39 operational procedures must be relied upon as...that it does not interfere with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i The user should not be used to determine ground proximity for VFR navigation. WARNING: When installing the...
... Navigating in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. This product should always exercise caution and common sense when confronted with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: For safety reasons, GDL 39 operational procedures must be relied upon as...that it does not interfere with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i The user should not be used to determine ground proximity for VFR navigation. WARNING: When installing the...
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.... Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's authority to change and may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Operation is provided as an aid in , near, or around areas of hazardous weather. ...CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. WARNING: Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in visually ...
.... Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's authority to change and may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Operation is provided as an aid in , near, or around areas of hazardous weather. ...CAUTION: The Garmin GDL 39 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. WARNING: Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in visually ...
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... following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Furthermore, there is being provided in a particular installation. C 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. interference...
... following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Furthermore, there is being provided in a particular installation. C 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. interference...
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iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Record of Revisions Part Number Revision Date Description 190-11110-00 A 6/04/12 Initial release B 6/13/12 Document resized C 7/17/12 Updated content To obtain accessories for your unit, please contact your unit handy, connect to our web site (www.garmin.com) and... serial number of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. C Help us better support you will be notified of your Garmin dealer. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page.
iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Record of Revisions Part Number Revision Date Description 190-11110-00 A 6/04/12 Initial release B 6/13/12 Document resized C 7/17/12 Updated content To obtain accessories for your unit, please contact your unit handy, connect to our web site (www.garmin.com) and... serial number of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. C Help us better support you will be notified of your Garmin dealer. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page.
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C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide v Contents 1 Introduction 1-1 1.1 Product Registration 1-3 1.2 Serial Number for the GDL 39 1-3 1.3 GDL 39 System Configuration Part Numbers 1-4 1.4 What's In The Box 1-5 2 Getting Started 2-1 3 Installation 3-1 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 3-1 3.1.1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-20 3-2 3.1.2 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-10 3-2 3.1.3 GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini...
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide v Contents 1 Introduction 1-1 1.1 Product Registration 1-3 1.2 Serial Number for the GDL 39 1-3 1.3 GDL 39 System Configuration Part Numbers 1-4 1.4 What's In The Box 1-5 2 Getting Started 2-1 3 Installation 3-1 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 3-1 3.1.1 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-20 3-2 3.1.2 GDL 39 to GPSMAP 69X Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-10 3-2 3.1.3 GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini...
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... 3-15 3.6 Unit Care 3-16 3.6.1 Cleaning 3-16 3.6.2 Storage 3-17 3.7 Installation Checkout 3-17 4 Operation 4-1 4.1 Normal Operation 4-1 4.2 Bluetooth Setup 4-3 4.3 Software Updates 4-4 4.4 Traffic 4-4 4.5 Weather 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 5.3.1 Physical Specifications 5-2 5.3.2 Power 5-3 5.3.3 Optional Battery Assembly 5-3 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C
... 3-15 3.6 Unit Care 3-16 3.6.1 Cleaning 3-16 3.6.2 Storage 3-17 3.7 Installation Checkout 3-17 4 Operation 4-1 4.1 Normal Operation 4-1 4.2 Bluetooth Setup 4-3 4.3 Software Updates 4-4 4.4 Traffic 4-4 4.5 Weather 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 5.3.1 Physical Specifications 5-2 5.3.2 Power 5-3 5.3.3 Optional Battery Assembly 5-3 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C
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1 INTRODUCTION The GDL 39 includes internal GPS - C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 The GDL 39 receives Traffic (ADS-B/ADS-R and TIS-B) on your compatible Garmin® unit. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be able to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. The internal GPS receiver is used for viewing on both Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) and 1090 ES (Extended...
1 INTRODUCTION The GDL 39 includes internal GPS - C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 The GDL 39 receives Traffic (ADS-B/ADS-R and TIS-B) on your compatible Garmin® unit. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be able to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. The internal GPS receiver is used for viewing on both Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) and 1090 ES (Extended...
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Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit. 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. GDL 39 Optional External GPS Antenna Connection Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port 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. C
Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit. 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. GDL 39 Optional External GPS Antenna Connection Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port 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. C
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... today! 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 unit. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Also, be sure to record the serial number in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. 1.1 Product Registration Help...
... today! 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 unit. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Also, be sure to record the serial number in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. 1.1 Product Registration Help...
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... 010-11689-05 010-11689-06 Description GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for GPSMAP69x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for GPSMAP39x/49x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for 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 Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev...
... 010-11689-05 010-11689-06 Description GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for GPSMAP69x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for GPSMAP39x/49x GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver for 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 Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev...
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C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 1.4 What's In The Box Part Number Description 010-11689-xx GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver* 253-00503-00 010-11687-00 010-11686-xx 190-11110-00 190-11257-00 Suction 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 * Includes standard detachable antenna. 190-11110-00 Rev.
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 1.4 What's In The Box Part Number Description 010-11689-xx GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver* 253-00503-00 010-11687-00 010-11686-xx 190-11110-00 190-11257-00 Suction 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 * Includes standard detachable antenna. 190-11110-00 Rev.
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... the aircraft. 3. Once a connection is connected to multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 The GDL 39 may be connected to external power, the GDL 39 will power on automatically. Locate the positions for instructions. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. If the GDL 39 is available. Pairing of the devices may be easier to the system...
... the aircraft. 3. Once a connection is connected to multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 The GDL 39 may be connected to external power, the GDL 39 will power on automatically. Locate the positions for instructions. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. If the GDL 39 is available. Pairing of the devices may be easier to the system...
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... or battery may be physically wired to only one display device. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a 10-32 VDC power source. Connect the cable power lead to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. If the optional battery pack...cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to the data port on the top of causing mechanical damage to the pins. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 The GDL 39 is not required. 3. 3 Installation The GDL 39 may not function properly. 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 1. The GDL 39 supports connections to...
... or battery may be physically wired to only one display device. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a 10-32 VDC power source. Connect the cable power lead to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. If the optional battery pack...cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to the data port on the top of causing mechanical damage to the pins. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 The GDL 39 is not required. 3. 3 Installation The GDL 39 may not function properly. 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 1. The GDL 39 supports connections to...
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C 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.
C 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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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 ... 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 unit on and removing ground turns the unit off. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 If a remote switch is not used for a remote...
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 ... 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 unit on and removing ground turns the unit off. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 If a remote switch is not used for a remote...
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Some display devices do not support serial pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to prevent unintentional connections. Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxA and RxA can be left unconnected. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C NOTE: Secure unused wires to a display device that has a single serial connection. The GDL 39 has 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. Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxA and RxA can be left unconnected. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C NOTE: Secure unused wires to a display device that has a single serial connection. The GDL 39 has a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496).
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C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 Standard Detachable ADS-B Antenna External SMA Antenna Connection External MCX GPS Antenna Connection Figure 3-7 GDL 39 Antenna Connections 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.2 External Antenna (Optional) The GDL 39 includes an internal GPS and detachable ADS-B antenna, but can use an optional external GPS antenna and/or an external ADS-B antenna. Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas.
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 Standard Detachable ADS-B Antenna External SMA Antenna Connection External MCX GPS Antenna Connection Figure 3-7 GDL 39 Antenna Connections 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.2 External Antenna (Optional) The GDL 39 includes an internal GPS and detachable ADS-B antenna, but can use an optional external GPS antenna and/or an external ADS-B antenna. Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas.
