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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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...sources. Such weather information is merely supplemental and advisory in nature and is not intended to be used to use the GDL 39 only as safety-critical information in connection with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. ...not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Use weather data only as a navigational aid. WARNING: This...
...sources. Such weather information is merely supplemental and advisory in nature and is not intended to be used to use the GDL 39 only as safety-critical information in connection with any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. ...not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for any aviation, vehicle, or marine usage. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Use weather data only as a navigational aid. WARNING: This...
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..., and screens of other products are subject 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 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. Operation is provided as an aid in visually acquiring traffic. C Pilots must ...
..., and screens of other products are subject 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 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. Operation is provided as an aid in visually acquiring traffic. C Pilots must ...
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...installed and used in accordance with California's Proposition 65. Operation of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii This notice is no guarantee that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful... is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for additional help if these remedies do not correct...
...installed and used in accordance with California's Proposition 65. Operation of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii This notice is no guarantee that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful... is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for additional help if these remedies do not correct...
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iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Help us better support you will be notified of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. C Please, have the serial number of your Garmin dealer. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page... 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 look for our Product Registration link on -line registration form today!
iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Help us better support you will be notified of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. C Please, have the serial number of your Garmin dealer. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page... 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 look for our Product Registration link on -line registration form today!
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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...
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...
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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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...a Bluetooth connection. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be able to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 The internal GPS receiver is used for viewing on both Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) ...and 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). The GDL 39 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B...
...a Bluetooth connection. When in proximity to a ground station, the GDL 39 will be able to the display device. 190-11110-00 Rev. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-1 The internal GPS receiver is used for viewing on both Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) ...and 1090 ES (Extended Squitter). The GDL 39 Standard Detachable Antenna provides ADS-B traffic, TIS-B...
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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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.... 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the bottom of your online registration today! Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 1.1 Product Registration Help us better support you by completing your product handy and connect to...
.... 1.2 Serial Number for the Product Registration link on the bottom of your online registration today! Look for the GDL 39 Use the line below to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 1.1 Product Registration Help us better support you by completing your product handy and connect to...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5
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... perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. 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 Updating of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is attached to the ...battery pack, press the power button to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. Once a connection is ...
... perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. 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 Updating of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is attached to the ...battery pack, press the power button to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. Once a connection is ...
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... to the pins. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Connect the GDL 39 cable to the compatible display device by either a wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. 3 Installation The GDL 39 may not function properly. 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 1. NOTE: Exposed contacts on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is intended to...
... to the pins. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 Connect the GDL 39 cable to the compatible display device by either a wireless Bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. 3 Installation The GDL 39 may not function properly. 3.1 Connecting the GDL 39 to a Garmin Unit 1. NOTE: Exposed contacts on the GDL 39. 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is intended 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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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 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 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...
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 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 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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C The GDL 39 has 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, 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. 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.
C The GDL 39 has 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, 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. 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.
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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. Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 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.
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. Use the installation instructions provided with the optional antennas. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 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.
