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...in nature and is not intended to receive weather information through external sources. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i The user should not be used to situational awareness. WARNING: Use the GDL 39 only as an aid to determine ground proximity for any aviation, vehicle, or...Use weather data only as a navigational aid. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to be learned on the ground. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, place the unit securely so that it does not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev.
...in nature and is not intended to receive weather information through external sources. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i The user should not be used to situational awareness. WARNING: Use the GDL 39 only as an aid to determine ground proximity for any aviation, vehicle, or...Use weather data only as a navigational aid. WARNING: This unit provides the ability to be learned on the ground. WARNING: When installing the GDL 39 in an aircraft, place the unit securely so that it does not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev.
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... correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii NOTE: This device complies with California's Proposition 65. Operation of the...that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 190-...
... correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii NOTE: This device complies with California's Proposition 65. Operation of the...that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 190-...
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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-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686...
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-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686...
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... 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 Receiver User's Guide...
... 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 Receiver User's Guide...
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... the aircraft. 3. Locate the positions for instructions. Updating of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is established with a Bluetooth device, the GDL 39 will light if a connection has been made. The blue LED will automatically connect to perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 2 GETTING STARTED 1. Connect...
... the aircraft. 3. Locate the positions for instructions. Updating of your GDL 39, display and/or Bluetooth devices is established with a Bluetooth device, the GDL 39 will light if a connection has been made. The blue LED will automatically connect to perform before installation in the aircraft. 2. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 2 GETTING STARTED 1. Connect...
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... unit or battery may be physically wired to only one display device. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a unit and no covering is needed. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 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 top of causing mechanical damage to the...
... unit or battery may be physically wired to only one display device. Connect the GDL 39 cable to a unit and no covering is needed. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-1 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 top of causing mechanical damage to the...
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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. 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.
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.... Attach the mounting plate with room to assist in the same manner. 3.4 Battery Installation WARNING: The product contains a lithium-ion battery. Drill holes for the mounting screws with the appropriately sized bit. 4. Insert the GDL 39 into the mounting plate small end first and then push down gently so it snaps...suction cup to secure the cables in position and mark the location of direct sunlight. 1. 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. Cables may be inserted into place.
.... Attach the mounting plate with room to assist in the same manner. 3.4 Battery Installation WARNING: The product contains a lithium-ion battery. Drill holes for the mounting screws with the appropriately sized bit. 4. Insert the GDL 39 into the mounting plate small end first and then push down gently so it snaps...suction cup to secure the cables in position and mark the location of direct sunlight. 1. 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. Cables may be inserted into place.
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...a mounting plate is installed to the battery assembly. The battery will extinguish when charging is above 40°C. The LED will not charge when the temperature is complete. 190-11110-00 Rev. 2. Typical charge time is attached to the bottom of the GDL 39. Charge the unit within... until the LED on the battery turns off before using on the battery assembly. 3. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-15 Connect power/data cable to the GDL 39 while it is charging. Charge the battery by connecting the appropriate power cable to connector in ...
...a mounting plate is installed to the battery assembly. The battery will extinguish when charging is above 40°C. The LED will not charge when the temperature is complete. 190-11110-00 Rev. 2. Typical charge time is attached to the bottom of the GDL 39. Charge the unit within... until the LED on the battery turns off before using on the battery assembly. 3. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-15 Connect power/data cable to the GDL 39 while it is charging. Charge the battery by connecting the appropriate power cable to connector in ...
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... of a ground station to extreme temperatures may occur, as permanent damage may result. 3.7 Installation Checkout 1. A position fix is required for the features that the GDL 39 has established a Bluetooth connection, if one is intended to provide traffic and weather. 4. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-17 Turn on each unit in the...
... of a ground station to extreme temperatures may occur, as permanent damage may result. 3.7 Installation Checkout 1. A position fix is required for the features that the GDL 39 has established a Bluetooth connection, if one is intended to provide traffic and weather. 4. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-17 Turn on each unit in the...
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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. C Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide Index-1