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... conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. Such weather information is merely supplemental and advisory in connection with aircraft operating controls or obstruct the pilot's view. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i WARNING: Use the GDL 39 only as safety-critical information in nature and is not intended to situational awareness. WARNING: For safety reasons...
... conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. Such weather information is merely supplemental and advisory in connection with aircraft operating controls or obstruct the pilot's view. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i WARNING: Use the GDL 39 only as safety-critical information in nature and is not intended to situational awareness. WARNING: For safety reasons...
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... link weather products may not reflect the most current software or hardware. Depictions of equipment may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's ... pressure information from the actual equipment. Operation is provided as an aid in a pressurized airplane will not be made by the GDL 39 in visually acquiring traffic. Use the connected display device to the following two conditions: (1) this device under FAA/FCC regulations. ...
... link weather products may not reflect the most current software or hardware. Depictions of equipment may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. C Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot's ... pressure information from the actual equipment. Operation is provided as an aid in a pressurized airplane will not be made by the GDL 39 in visually acquiring traffic. Use the connected display device to the following two conditions: (1) this device under FAA/FCC regulations. ...
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...harm. If this device must accept any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of this device ...in a particular installation. Operation of California to a different circuit than the affected equipment. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii If you have any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference ...
...harm. If this device must accept any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of this device ...in a particular installation. Operation of California to a different circuit than the affected equipment. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii If you have any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference ...
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..., 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! 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. Please, have the serial number...
..., 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! 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. Please, have the serial number...
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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...
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...
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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.
... 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.
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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 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, and FIS-B weather information for processing of traffic and weather data, and also providing position information to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 receives Traffic (ADS-B/ADS-R and TIS-B) on your compatible Garmin® unit...
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 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B traffic, and FIS-B weather information for processing of traffic and weather data, and also providing position information to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 receives Traffic (ADS-B/ADS-R and TIS-B) on your compatible Garmin® unit...
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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 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.
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... the space provided. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to record the serial number in a safe place. 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the...
... the space provided. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in case it is lost, is located on the Home page. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to record the serial number in a safe place. 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the...
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...-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...
...-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...
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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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...Check to see if an update to initiate pairing (Section 4.2). 2 GETTING STARTED 1. See the user guides of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is attached to the battery pack, press the power button to perform before installation in the... positions for instructions. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. The GDL 39 may be easier to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. If the GDL 39 is available.
...Check to see if an update to initiate pairing (Section 4.2). 2 GETTING STARTED 1. See the user guides of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is attached to the battery pack, press the power button to perform before installation in the... positions for instructions. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. The GDL 39 may be easier to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. If the GDL 39 is available.
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... C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Connect the cable power lead to multiple Bluetooth devices. 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 a 10-32 VDC power source. Connect the GDL 39 cable to... either a wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. The GDL 39 is intended to be connected to only one display device. If the optional ...
... C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Connect the cable power lead to multiple Bluetooth devices. 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 a 10-32 VDC power source. Connect the GDL 39 cable to... either a wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. Connect the GDL 39 cable to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. The GDL 39 is intended to be connected to only one display device. If the optional ...
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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. If a remote switch is not used for a remote On/Off switch. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 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...
Grounding this wire. 190-11110-00 Rev. If a remote switch is not used for a remote On/Off switch. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-5 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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C 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 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. The GDL 39 has a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496).
C 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 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. 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 Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas. 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.
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas. 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.