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Garmin GDL 39 User Manual

Manual is about: Portable ADS-B and GPS Receiver

Summary of GDL 39

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    Gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide.

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    © 2013 garmin ltd. Or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. This manual reflects the operation of system software version 2.00, or later. Some differences in operation may be observed when comparing the information in this manual to later software versions. Garmin international, inc., 1200 east 151...

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    I 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide warning: when installing the gdl 39 in an aircraft, place the unit securely so that it does not interfere with aircraft operating controls or obstruct the pilot’s view. Warning: for safety reasons, gdl 39 operational pr...

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    Ii garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G warning: do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in, near, or around areas of hazardous weather. Information contained within data link weather products may not accurately depict current weather condit...

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    Iii 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: this product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the ...

  • Page 6: Record Of Revisions

    Iv garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G to obtain accessories for your unit, please contact your garmin dealer. Help us better support you by completing our on-line registration form today! Registration ensures that you will be notified of product updates an...

  • Page 7: Contents

    V 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide contents 1 introduction .........................................................................................1-1 1.1 product registration ............................................................................ ...

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    Vi garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.2 external antenna (optional) ................................................................. 3-8 3.2.1 remote gps antennas (optional) ........................................... 3-9 3.2.2 external ads-b blade ante...

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    Vii 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 5.3 gdl 39 specifications .......................................................................... 5-2 5.3.1 gdl 39 physical specifications ............................................... 5-2 5.3.2 gdl 39r physical ...

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  • Page 11: 1 Introduction

    1-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 1 introduction the gdl 39 includes internal gps - waas enabled and ads-b receivers. The gdl 39 receives traffic (ads-b/ads-r and tis-b) on both universal access transceiver (uat) and 1090 es (extended squitter). When ...

  • Page 12: Figure 1-2  Gdl 39R

    1-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G optional battery assembly mounting tray gdl 39 power button standard detachable gdl 39 antenna optional external gps antenna connection data/power port figure 1-1 gdl 39 with optional battery assembly to get the most ...

  • Page 13: 1.1 Product Registration

    1-3 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 1.1 product registration help us better support you by completing your online registration today! Have the serial number of your product handy and connect to the garmin web site (http://my.Garmin.Com). Look for the pr...

  • Page 14: 1.3

    1-4 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 1.3 gdl 39 system configuration part numbers the following part numbers cover the gdl 39 and the cable assembly to connect to the listed product: part number description 010-11689-00 gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps rece...

  • Page 15: 1.4

    1-5 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 1.4 what’s in the box part number description 010-11689-xx gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver* 253-00503-00 suction cup** 010-11687-00 mounting tray** 010-11686-xx cable (if ordered, see the table above for part n...

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  • Page 17: Getting Started

    2-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 2 getting started 1. Check to see if an update to the system software of your gdl 39, display and/or bluetooth devices is available. See the user guides of those devices for instructions. Updating of the devices may b...

  • Page 18: Figure 2-1  Gdl 39 System

    2-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G optional external gps antenna optional external ads-b antenna display device gdl 39 power and data bluetooth device figure 2-1 gdl 39 system.

  • Page 19: 3 Installation

    3-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3 installation the gdl 39 may be connected to the compatible display device by either a wireless bluetooth connection or directly through a serial cable. The gdl 39 supports connections to multiple bluetooth devices. ...

  • Page 20: 3.1.1

    3-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.1.1 gdl 39 to gpsmap 49x/39x power/data cable (p/n 010-11686-20) power connector to gdl 39 data/power port to gpsmap 49x/39x data port figure 3-1 gdl 39 to gpsmap 49x/39x power/data cable 3.1.2 gdl 39 to gpsmap 69x ...

  • Page 21: 3.1.3

    3-3 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3.1.3 gdl 39 to aera 5xx audio mini-b power/data cable (p/n 010-11686-30) power connector to gdl 39 data/power port to aera 5xx mount to siriusxm antenna figure 3-3 gdl 39 to aera 5xx audio mini-b power/data cable.

  • Page 22: 3.1.4

    3-4 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.1.4 gdl 39 to aera 79x audio mini-b power/data cable (p/n 010-11686-50) power connector to gdl 39 data/power port to siriusxm antenna to aera 79x mount figure 3-4 gdl 39 to aera 79x audio mini-b power/data cable.

  • Page 23: 3.1.5

    3-5 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3.1.5 gdl 39 to bare wire power/data cable (p/n 010-11686-40) connection wire color awg vin 10-32 vdc red 26 discrete input (see note) gray 28 rx b (data in) white/orange 28 tx b (data out) orange 28 rx a (data in) wh...

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    3-6 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G note: secure unused wires to prevent unintentional connections. The gdl 39 and gdl 39r have a pass-through serial connection so a serial device can be connected to a display device that has a single serial connection....

  • Page 25: 3.1.6

    3-7 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3.1.6 gdl 39r dsub connector pin out pin number description 1 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 c...

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    3-8 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G note: the discrete input may be used for a remote on/off switch. Grounding this input turns the unit on and removing ground turns the unit off. If a remote switch is not used, do not connect this wire. Note: secure un...

  • Page 27: 3.2.1

    3-9 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide standard detachable ads-b antenna external mcx gps antenna connection external sma antenna connection figure 3-7 gdl 39 antenna connections 3.2.1 remote gps antennas (optional) compatible remote gps antennas are: • ga...

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    3-10 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G power/data port external mcx gps antenna connection figure 3-9 gdl 39 antenna and power/data port connections figure 3-10 ga 25mcx gps antenna.

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    3-11 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3.2.2 external ads-b blade antenna (optional) a blade-type ads-b antenna is mounted on the exterior of the aircraft. Connection is made by unscrewing the antenna on the gdl 39 and attaching the cable from the externa...

  • Page 30: Model/

    3-12 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G the following table includes a list of compatible antennas. Model/ description conn type mfr part number dme transponder bnc comant ci-100 dme transponder tnc comant ci-100-2 dme transponder bnc comant ci-105 dme tra...

  • Page 31: 3.3

    3-13 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 3.3 gdl 39 location and mounting 3.3.1 location for best reception position the gdl 39 where it has a clear view of the sky. If the unit is placed on the glare shield it may get very hot due to the direct sunlight an...

  • Page 32: 3.3.2 Mounting

    3-14 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.3.2 mounting a mounting plate is included to provide a fixed mount inside the aircraft, if desired. The gdl 39 and optional battery have rubber pads that keep the unit from sliding around, if the mounting plate is ...

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    3-15 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 1. Locate the proposed mounting position. Ensure that the cabling will reach the required connections with room to secure the cables in a safe manner. Cables may be inserted into the slot in the included suction cup ...

  • Page 34: 3.4

    3-16 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.4 gdl 39r location and mounting the gdl 39r is designed for mounting in a location remote from the cockpit. The gdl 39r uses the dsub connector wiring information in section 3.1.6 for the installer to create the ne...

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    3-17 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide figure 3-12 gdl 39r dimensions.

  • Page 36: 3.5 Battery

    3-18 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.5 battery installation warning: the product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight. 1. Locate the lithium-ion...

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    3-19 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide the battery assembly may be charged independently of the gdl 39. Connect power/data cable to connector in the battery assembly. An orange led next to the power port on the battery assembly will be lighted while it is...

  • Page 38: 3.7

    3-20 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 3.7 unit care 3.7.1 cleaning the case for the unit is constructed of high-quality material and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit housing using a lightly-dampened cloth with a mild ...

  • Page 39: 4 Operation

    4-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 4 operation 4.1 normal operation 1. Turn on any display devices that will interface with the gdl 39. 2. Turn on the gdl 39. 3. With power applied to the unit, observe the status leds on the front of the gdl 39 to ensu...

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    4-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G bluetooth (blue) status leds power (green) photosensor figure 4-2 gdl 39 status leds 5. Make sure it has acquired a gps fix. A fix is required for traffic and weather. To ensure a fix is established, check the display...

  • Page 41: Light

    4-3 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide light behavior description power solid green power is on bluetooth solid blue bluetooth connection is active bluetooth blinking blue manual bluetooth searching mode table 4-1 gdl 39 status leds the photosensor adjusts...

  • Page 42: 4.3 Software Updates

    4-4 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 4.3 software updates software updates for the gdl 39 can be received through your garmin display device. See the display device documentation for details. Software updates can be received through your mobile device by...

  • Page 43: 4.5 Weather

    4-5 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide refer to the attached website for more information on ads-b: www.Garmin.Com/adsb 4.5 weather the gdl 39 will receive the flight information service (fis-b) that is broadcast on the uat data link from the faa ground st...

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  • Page 45: 5 Appendix

    5-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 5 appendix 5.1 troubleshooting if efforts to resolve the problem fail, contact your dealer or customer service for technical assistance. Please have the following information ready: • system configuration (products, a...

  • Page 46: 5.2

    5-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 5.2 servicing your unit the garmin gdl 39 has no user-serviceable parts. Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, take it to an authorized garmin dealer for repairs, or contact garmin product support at 1-8...

  • Page 47: 5.3.3 Power

    5-3 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 5.3.3 power source: 10 to 32 vdc unit power: 3.5 w max battery charge power: 4.5 w max total power while charging: 8.0 w max 5.3.4 optional battery assembly lithium ion rechargeable battery output voltage: 7.4 vdc cha...

  • Page 48: 5.3.5 Compatibility

    5-4 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 5.3.5 compatibility compatible units may be added and there are limitations with some older units, so contact your authorized garmin dealer for the most current information. Display traffic fis-b (wx) connection gpsma...

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    5-5 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with ipod, iphone, or ipad may affect wireless performance. 5.4 contact garmin contact garmin if you have any questions while using your gdl 39. In the ...

  • Page 50: 5.5

    5-6 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 5.5 gdl 39 part numbers part numbers for individual components of the gdl 39 are shown in the following table: item part number optional ga 25mcx remote gps antenna (low profile) 010-10702-00 battery charger cable 010...

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    5-7 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide item part number garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 table 5-2 accessories 5.6 software license agreement by using the gdl 39, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of t...

  • Page 52: 5.7

    5-8 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 5.7 limited warranty all garmin avionics products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for: two years from the date of purchase for new remote-mount and panel-mount products; one year from...

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    5-9 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-overhauled replacement product) the product or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. Such remedy sha...

  • Page 54: 5.8 Battery

    5-10 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G 5.8 battery information if these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the gps unit, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte le...

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    5-11 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide • when disposing of the battery pack, take it to a professional service, such as a waste electronics treatment facility, to have the battery removed and recycled. • exposed contacts on the top of the battery do not h...

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  • Page 57: Index

    Index-1 190-11110-00 rev. G garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide index a antenna 3-8, 3-11 appendix 5-1 b battery information 5-10 installation 3-18 bluetooth 4-3 c care 3-20 cautions ii charging, the battery 3-18 cleaning 3-20 compatibility 5-4 e external antenna 3-8, 3-11 f f...

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    Index-2 garmin gdl 39 portable ads-b and gps receiver user’s guide 190-11110-00 rev. G t traffic 4-4 troubleshooting 5-1 u uat 1-1 w warnings i, 4-4 warranty 5-8 weather 4-5.

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    © 2013 garmin corporation garmin international, inc. 1200 east 151 st street, olathe, kansas 66062, u.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 or 866/739.5687 fax 913/397.8282 garmin at, inc. 2345 turner rd., s.E., salem, oregon 97302, u.S.A. Tel. 503/581.8101 or 800/525.6726 fax. 503/364.2138 garmin (europe) ltd. Li...