Garmin GDL 51, User Manual

Page 1: ...GDL 50 51 52 Portable SiriusXM GPS Receiver and ADS B Receiver User s Guide...

Page 2: ...lectronic storage medium to be viewed for personal use provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual or revision must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided fur...

Page 3: ...ty critical information in connection with any aviation vehicle or marine usage The user should always exercise caution and common sense when confronted with severe weather conditions WARNING Do not u...

Page 4: ...urized airplane will not be accurate Use the connected display device to disable pressure information from the GDL 5X WARNING The GDL 5X has a very high degree of functional integrity However the pilo...

Page 5: ...ed repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and the pilot s authority to operate this device under FAA FCC regulations NOTE Temporary Flight Restriction TFR data is provided by the FAA an...

Page 6: ...e embedded in the Garmin Product the Software in binary executable form in the normal operation of the Garmin Product Title ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Software rem...

Page 7: ...or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the...

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Page 9: ...VIEW Micro USB Connector Optional External SXM Antenna Connection for GDL 51 52 Power Button Optional External GPS Antenna Connection Data Power Port Optional Audio Out Port for GDL 51 52 Removable AD...

Page 10: ...e 5 0V 0 25V 2 0A Max powered off and fast charge Power Source via the power data connector 10 32V 0 75A Max powered on and slow charge 10 32V 1 0A Max powered off and fast charge NOTE If powered ON f...

Page 11: ...ollowing conditions are true 1 Ground Speed less than 20kts OR No GPS fix 2 No Connext connection 3 Running on battery only NOTE When the battery saver feature is active and the above three conditions...

Page 12: ...2 2 Bluetooth Setup USB Mass Storage Mode 3 second press o While the unit is booting up hold the Power Button for 3 seconds o GPS SXM ADS B LEDs will flash orange while in this state o Limited functi...

Page 13: ...audio device are included in the pilot s guide of the connected display NOTE If having issues making a Bluetooth connection hold the power button down for 5 seconds The blue Connext LED will begin bl...

Page 14: ...GPS fix No signal No signal RED Charging solid Fault flashing Not used Fault Fault Fault ORANGE Battery 20 N A Firmware update N A Firmware update GREEN Battery 20 OR External power is applied Battery...

Page 15: ...onnection or directly through a serial cable The GDL 5X supports two connections to Bluetooth display devices The GDL 5X can also be physically wired to two displays 3 1 Interface Cables 3 1 1 GDL 5X...

Page 16: ...2 GDL 5X to Bare Wire Power Data Cable Connections Connection Wire Color AWG Vin 10 32 VDC Red 26 Not Used Gray Rx B Data In White Orange 28 Tx B Data Out Orange 28 Rx A Data In White Green 28 Tx A D...

Page 17: ...units include a detachable ADS B antenna but may use an optional external ADS B Antenna To remove the ADS B antenna rotate the antenna as shown in Figure 5 then gently pull out to detach the antenna F...

Page 18: ...xternal should be mounted at least 3 3 feet 1 meter away from the path of any high powered transmitter antenna such as a transponder or VHF radio antenna The GDL 5X should be mounted at least 6 inches...

Page 19: ...require the use of an external antenna for best GPS ADS B and SiriusXM reception 1 Locate the proposed mounting position Ensure that the cabling will reach the required connections with room to secur...

Page 20: ...mber tag is pointing in the direction of flight 6 Insert the GDL 5X into the mounting plate and then push down gently so it snaps into place WITH MOUNTING BRACKET 2X 1 188 30 16 38 10 2X 1 500 177 4 5...

Page 21: ...roducts antennas mounting locations etc Model No part number and serial number Software versions Description of the problem Efforts made to isolate solve the problem 4 2 GDL 5X Physical Specifications...

Page 22: ...nattended aircraft on a hot day To prevent damage remove the unit from the aircraft or store it out of direct sunlight Do not disassemble puncture damage or incinerate the unit battery When storing th...

Page 23: ...by completing our on line registration form today Registration ensures that you will be notified of product updates and new products and provides lost or stolen unit tracking Please have the serial nu...

Page 24: ...activate your antenna 3 Verify the functionality of the activated services For SiriusXM weather on a connected device view the Weather Products list and confirm that your subscribed services are liste...

Page 25: ...CHASED GARMIN HARDWARE EQUIPMENT WITH THE SERVICE PROVIDER S OFFERING IN THE FUTURE Subscription fee is consumer only Other fees and taxes including a one time activation fee may apply All programming...

Page 26: ...VICE PROVIDER MAY INTERFERE WITH THE ABILITY OF YOUR GARMIN HARDWARE EQUIPMENT TO RECEIVE OR DISPLAY SUCH SERVICE OFFERING FURTHER SUCH SERVICE OFFERING CONTAINS INFORMATION FURNISHED BY OTHERS WHO AR...

Page 27: ...RGED TO CHECK ALTERNATE WEATHER INFORMATION SOURCES PRIOR TO MAKING SAFETY RELATED DECISIONS YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR USE OF THE INFORMATION AND ALL DECISIONS...

Page 28: ...otberelieduponassafety critical in connection with any aircraft or automobile usage This information is provided as is and SiriusXM and Garmin disclaim any and all warranties express and implied with...

Page 29: ...RPOSE TITLE AND NON INFRINGEMENT ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED b LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES RELATING TO THE USE OF THE RADIO...

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