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3.3 GDL 39 Location and Mounting 3-12 3.3.1 Location 3-12 3.3.2 Mounting 3-13 3.4 Battery Installation 3-14 3.5 Charging the Battery 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 ...
3.3 GDL 39 Location and Mounting 3-12 3.3.1 Location 3-12 3.3.2 Mounting 3-13 3.4 Battery Installation 3-14 3.5 Charging the Battery 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 ...
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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. 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. C
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. 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. C
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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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... positions for instructions. If the GDL 39 is available. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. The blue LED will power on and hold the power button down for more than five seconds to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
... positions for instructions. If the GDL 39 is available. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. The blue LED will power on and hold the power button down for more than five seconds to turn the GDL 39 on automatically. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
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Connection is mounted on the exterior of the aircraft. The GDL 39 requires a UHF antenna that also meet the VSWR specification. These types of antennas should be evaluated on the top of transponder antennas that utilize very ...-type ADS-B antenna is made by unscrewing the antenna on the GDL 39 and attaching the cable from the external antenna to the female SMA connector on a model-by-model basis to determine their suitability as UAT data link antennas. 3-10 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev...
Connection is mounted on the exterior of the aircraft. The GDL 39 requires a UHF antenna that also meet the VSWR specification. These types of antennas should be evaluated on the top of transponder antennas that utilize very ...-type ADS-B antenna is made by unscrewing the antenna on the GDL 39 and attaching the cable from the external antenna to the female SMA connector on a model-by-model basis to determine their suitability as UAT data link antennas. 3-10 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev...
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...meter) away from a magnetic compass. Do not mount the GDL 39 where the pilot or passengers are likely to the direct sunlight and reduce the operating life of the unit. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is recommended to place this mount and secure the unit so that it has a...The GDL 39 antenna, internal or external, should be mounted at least 6 inches (10.24 cm) away from the path of any radar beam or a VHF radio antenna. If using an external ADS-B antenna, it is not warranted against turbulence, collision damage, or related consequences. 3-12 Garmin GDL 39 Portable...
...meter) away from a magnetic compass. Do not mount the GDL 39 where the pilot or passengers are likely to the direct sunlight and reduce the operating life of the unit. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is recommended to place this mount and secure the unit so that it has a...The GDL 39 antenna, internal or external, should be mounted at least 6 inches (10.24 cm) away from the path of any radar beam or a VHF radio antenna. If using an external ADS-B antenna, it is not warranted against turbulence, collision damage, or related consequences. 3-12 Garmin GDL 39 Portable...
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C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-13 The GDL 39 and optional battery have rubber pads that keep the unit from the cockpit, but may require the use of an external antenna for best GPS and ADS-B reception. 3.3.2 Mounting A mounting plate is not used. The GDL 39 may be mounted in a remote location away from sliding around, if the mounting plate is included to provide a fixed mount inside the aircraft, if desired. Figure 3-11 GDL 39 Mounting Plate 190-11110-00 Rev.
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-13 The GDL 39 and optional battery have rubber pads that keep the unit from the cockpit, but may require the use of an external antenna for best GPS and ADS-B reception. 3.3.2 Mounting A mounting plate is not used. The GDL 39 may be mounted in a remote location away from sliding around, if the mounting plate is included to provide a fixed mount inside the aircraft, if desired. Figure 3-11 GDL 39 Mounting Plate 190-11110-00 Rev.
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... push down gently so it snaps into the mounting plate in a safe manner. Locate the lithium-ion battery assembly, if purchased. 3-14 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Insert the GDL 39 into the mounting plate small end first and then push down ...gently so it out of the four mounting holes. 3. Ensure that the cabling will reach the...
... push down gently so it snaps into the mounting plate in a safe manner. Locate the lithium-ion battery assembly, if purchased. 3-14 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Insert the GDL 39 into the mounting plate small end first and then push down ...gently so it out of the four mounting holes. 3. Ensure that the cabling will reach the...
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2. Typical charge time is above 40°C. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-15 The battery will not charge when the temperature is 4 hours. An orange LED next to the power ... the location information inscribed on the battery assembly will extinguish when charging is charging. The LED will be used , insert the GDL 39 and battery assembly into the mounting plate following temperature range: 32° to 104°F (0° to the battery assembly. The unit can be lighted while it is complete. 190...
2. Typical charge time is above 40°C. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-15 The battery will not charge when the temperature is 4 hours. An orange LED next to the power ... the location information inscribed on the battery assembly will extinguish when charging is charging. The LED will be used , insert the GDL 39 and battery assembly into the mounting plate following temperature range: 32° to 104°F (0° to the battery assembly. The unit can be lighted while it is complete. 190...
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Please have the following information ready: • System configuration (products, antennas, mounting locations, etc.) • Model No., part number, and serial number • Software versions • Description of the problem • Efforts made to resolve the problem ... service for technical assistance. Aviation Products Customer Service Department 1200 East 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062-3426 USA 1-866-739-5687 190-11110-00 Rev. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 5-1 5 APPENDIX 5.1 Troubleshooting If efforts to isolate/solve the problem...
Please have the following information ready: • System configuration (products, antennas, mounting locations, etc.) • Model No., part number, and serial number • Software versions • Description of the problem • Efforts made to resolve the problem ... service for technical assistance. Aviation Products Customer Service Department 1200 East 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062-3426 USA 1-866-739-5687 190-11110-00 Rev. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 5-1 5 APPENDIX 5.1 Troubleshooting If efforts to isolate/solve the problem...
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...º F) Case: High-impact plastic Mounting Plate Fasteners: four #8 flat head 100° screws 5-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is sealed to an authorized Garmin dealer for repairs, or contact Garmin Product Support at 1-866-739-5687. 5.2 Servicing Your Unit The Garmin GDL 39 has no user-serviceable parts...
...º F) Case: High-impact plastic Mounting Plate Fasteners: four #8 flat head 100° screws 5-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. The GDL 39 is sealed to an authorized Garmin dealer for repairs, or contact Garmin Product Support at 1-866-739-5687. 5.2 Servicing Your Unit The Garmin GDL 39 has no user-serviceable parts...
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.../Data Cable GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to Cigarette Lighter Power Cable GDL 39 Mounting Plate only Optional Battery Assembly GDL 39 Unit Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna GDL 39 Antenna Extension Cable Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
.../Data Cable GDL 39 to GPSMAP 49X/39X Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to aera 5xx Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable GDL 39 to Cigarette Lighter Power Cable GDL 39 Mounting Plate only Optional Battery Assembly GDL 39 Unit Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna GDL 39 Antenna Extension Cable Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS...
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...of purchase for new Remote-Mount and Panel-Mount products; and 90 days for new portable products and any components that the customer shall be responsible for newly-overhauled products exchanged through a Garmin Authorized Service Center; C Within the applicable period, Garmin will be free from defects ...repair. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 5-8 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. This warranty does not apply to: (i) cosmetic damage, such as...
...of purchase for new Remote-Mount and Panel-Mount products; and 90 days for new portable products and any components that the customer shall be responsible for newly-overhauled products exchanged through a Garmin Authorized Service Center; C Within the applicable period, Garmin will be free from defects ...repair. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 5-8 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. This warranty does not apply to: (i) cosmetic damage, such as...
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C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide Index-1 INDEX A Antenna 3-7, 3-10 Appendix 5-1 B Battery Information 5-10 Installation 3-14 Bluetooth 4-3 C Care 3-16 Cautions ii Charging, the battery 3-15 Cleaning 3-16 Compatibility 5-4 E External antenna 3-7, 3-10 F FIS-B 1-1 G Getting started 2-1 L Location 3-12 M Mounting 3-13 O Operation 4-1 P Product Support 1-3 R Record of Revisions iv Registration 1-3 Revisions iv S Serial number 1-3 Setup 4-3 Software update 4-4 Specifications 5-2 Status LEDs 4-1, 4-3 Support 1-3 190-11110-00 Rev.
C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide Index-1 INDEX A Antenna 3-7, 3-10 Appendix 5-1 B Battery Information 5-10 Installation 3-14 Bluetooth 4-3 C Care 3-16 Cautions ii Charging, the battery 3-15 Cleaning 3-16 Compatibility 5-4 E External antenna 3-7, 3-10 F FIS-B 1-1 G Getting started 2-1 L Location 3-12 M Mounting 3-13 O Operation 4-1 P Product Support 1-3 R Record of Revisions iv Registration 1-3 Revisions iv S Serial number 1-3 Setup 4-3 Software update 4-4 Specifications 5-2 Status LEDs 4-1, 4-3 Support 1-3 190-11110-00 Rev.
