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...it does not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: When Navigating in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for VFR navigation. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Do not attempt to situational awareness. This product should always exercise caution and common ...and is not intended to be relied upon as an aid to use the GDL 39 only as a navigational aid. The user should not be learned on the ground. WARNING: For safety reasons, GDL 39 operational procedures must be used to receive weather information through external sources. ...
...it does not interfere with severe weather conditions. 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: When Navigating in an aircraft, use the GDL 39 for VFR navigation. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide i Do not attempt to situational awareness. This product should always exercise caution and common ...and is not intended to be relied upon as an aid to use the GDL 39 only as a navigational aid. The user should not be learned on the ground. WARNING: For safety reasons, GDL 39 operational procedures must be used to receive weather information through external sources. ...
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...of equipment may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: The pressure altitude information provided by the GDL 39 in a pressurized airplane will not be made by an authorized Garmin service center. NOTE: All visual depictions...and the pilot's authority to disable pressure information from the actual equipment. Information contained within this document, including images of the GDL 39 and the bezel, displays, and screens of conflicting traffic. Operation is provided as an aid in visually acquiring traffic. Use...
...of equipment may not cause harmful ii Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. WARNING: The pressure altitude information provided by the GDL 39 in a pressurized airplane will not be made by an authorized Garmin service center. NOTE: All visual depictions...and the pilot's authority to disable pressure information from the actual equipment. Information contained within this document, including images of the GDL 39 and the bezel, displays, and screens of conflicting traffic. Operation is provided as an aid in visually acquiring traffic. Use...
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..., and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This device complies with California's Proposition 65. Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified avionics technician for Class B digital devices. If...11110-00 Rev. Furthermore, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to radio communications. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii
..., and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of California to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. NOTE: This device complies with California's Proposition 65. Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified avionics technician for Class B digital devices. If...11110-00 Rev. Furthermore, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to radio communications. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide iii
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...Added GDL 39R. G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. Please, have the serial number of your Garmin dealer. Record of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. H H 12/4/13 Added... resized C 7/17/12 Updated content D 9/25/12 Edited the note for the serial connection. iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Edited the description for our Product Registration link on -...
...Added GDL 39R. G 7/25/13 Updated GDL 39R figure and specs. Please, have the serial number of your Garmin dealer. Record of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking. E 2/01/13 SiriusXM receiver distance recommendation. Registration ensures that you by completing our on the Home page. H H 12/4/13 Added... resized C 7/17/12 Updated content D 9/25/12 Edited the note for the serial connection. iv Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Edited the description for our Product Registration link on -...
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...-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-30 3-3 3.1.4 GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-50 3-4 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable(P/N 010-11686-40)... 3-5 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out 3-7 3.2 External Antenna (Optional 3-8 3.2.1 Remote GPS Antennas (Optional 3-9 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide v
...-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-30 3-3 3.1.4 GDL 39 to aera 79x Audio Mini-B Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-11686-50 3-4 3.1.5 GDL 39 to Bare Wire Power/Data Cable(P/N 010-11686-40)... 3-5 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out 3-7 3.2 External Antenna (Optional 3-8 3.2.1 Remote GPS Antennas (Optional 3-9 190-11110-00 Rev. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide v
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... 3.3.2 Mounting 3-14 3.4 GDL 39R Location and Mounting 3-16 3.5 Battery Installation 3-18 3.6 Charging the Battery 3-18 3.7 Unit Care 3-20 3.7.1 Cleaning 3-20 3.7.2 Storage 3-20 3.8 Installation Checkout 3-20 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 4.6 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS 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 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
... 3.3.2 Mounting 3-14 3.4 GDL 39R Location and Mounting 3-16 3.5 Battery Installation 3-18 3.6 Charging the Battery 3-18 3.7 Unit Care 3-20 3.7.1 Cleaning 3-20 3.7.2 Storage 3-20 3.8 Installation Checkout 3-20 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 4.6 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS 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 vi Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver...
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...-B weather information for processing of the functions GDL 39, GDL 39R, and GDL 39 3D are the same and the units will be able to attitude awareness. Garmin units like the aera 796 and devices running Garmin Pilot™ will receive FIS-B weather over a Bluetooth connection. WAAS enabled and ADS-B receivers. When in proximity to a ground station...
...-B weather information for processing of the functions GDL 39, GDL 39R, and GDL 39 3D are the same and the units will be able to attitude awareness. Garmin units like the aera 796 and devices running Garmin Pilot™ will receive FIS-B weather over a Bluetooth connection. WAAS enabled and ADS-B receivers. When in proximity to a ground station...
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H Serial Port Connector GPS Antenna ADS-B Antenna Figure 1-2 GDL 39R 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit. GDL 39 Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port Optional External GPS Antenna Connection 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.
H Serial Port Connector GPS Antenna ADS-B Antenna Figure 1-2 GDL 39R 1-2 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev. Operational procedures are found in the Owner's Manual for your display unit. GDL 39 Standard Detachable GDL 39 Antenna Power Button Data/Power Port Optional External GPS Antenna Connection 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.
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The serial number is stolen, or needs service. Have the serial number of your product handy and connect to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Serial Number: 190-11110-00 Rev. Also, be sure to record the serial number in the space provided. Keep...
The serial number is stolen, or needs service. Have the serial number of your product handy and connect to the Garmin web site (http://my.garmin.com). H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-3 Serial Number: 190-11110-00 Rev. Also, be sure to record the serial number in the space provided. Keep...
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... GPS Receiver with bare wire power GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery GDL 39R Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Cable GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide...
... GPS Receiver with bare wire power GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery GDL 39R Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL 39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with DC Cable GDL39 3D Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver with Battery Table 1-1 GDL 39 Configurations 1-4 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide...
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... (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 * A standard detachable antenna is not included with the GDL 39R. ** Not included with the GDL 39. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 An antenna is included...
... (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 * A standard detachable antenna is not included with the GDL 39R. ** Not included with the GDL 39. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 1-5 An antenna is included...
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... upon power-up. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 Locate the positions for instructions. Once a connection is connected to the GDL 39. Follow the directions for the device intended to connect...
... upon power-up. Connect cabling, if necessary. 6. Install the GDL 39 mounting plate (if desired), optional battery pack (if used), and the GDL 39. 5. H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 2-1 Locate the positions for instructions. Once a connection is connected to the GDL 39. Follow the directions for the device intended to connect...
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... 1. If the optional battery pack is used, connecting the power lead is intended to be connected to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. H 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...
... 1. If the optional battery pack is used, connecting the power lead is intended to be connected to the Garmin display unit (unless using a Bluetooth connection). 2. H 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...
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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. H
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. H
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Grounding this wire. 190-11110-00 Rev. H 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... 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...
Grounding this wire. 190-11110-00 Rev. H 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... 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...
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Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxB should be left unconnected and RxB should be connected 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. H The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). NOTE: Secure unused wires to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev.
Figure 3-6 Serial Pass-Through Connection NOTE: If the external serial device is not used, TxB should be left unconnected and RxB should be connected 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. H The GDL 39, GDL 39 3D, and GDL 39R have a pass-through (such as older products like the GPSMap 396/496). NOTE: Secure unused wires to ground. 3-6 Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 190-11110-00 Rev.
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H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 If connecting to a GPSMAP396/496. NOTE: Leave the ID pin disconnected unless wiring to a GPSMAP396/496 connect a 16.5 KOhm resistor (not provided) between this pin and ground. 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out Pin Number... 1 Description Discrete Input 2 Tx A (Data Out) 3 Rx A (Data In) 4 ID Pin 5 Ground 6 Tx B (Data Out) 7 Rx B (Data In) 8 Ground 9 Vin 10-32 VDC Table 3-2 GDL 39R Pin Out Connections A connector kit...
H Garmin GDL 39 Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver User's Guide 3-7 If connecting to a GPSMAP396/496. NOTE: Leave the ID pin disconnected unless wiring to a GPSMAP396/496 connect a 16.5 KOhm resistor (not provided) between this pin and ground. 190-11110-00 Rev. 3.1.6 GDL 39R dSub Connector Pin Out Pin Number... 1 Description Discrete Input 2 Tx A (Data Out) 3 Rx A (Data In) 4 ID Pin 5 Ground 6 Tx B (Data Out) 7 Rx B (Data In) 8 Ground 9 Vin 10-32 VDC Table 3-2 GDL 39R Pin Out Connections A connector kit...