Garmin GDL 69, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...190 00355 02 June 2006 Revision E GDL 69 69A Installation Manual ...

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Page 3: ...xt of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited Garmin International Inc 1200 E 151st Street Olathe KS 66062 USA Telephone 913 397 8200 Aviation Panel Mount Technical Support Line Toll Free 1 888 606 5482 www garmin com Garmin Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Rom...

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Page 5: ...nd Wiring 2 5 2 6 XM Antenna 2 12 2 7 Weight and Balance 2 17 2 8 Electrical Load Analysis 2 17 2 9 Cooling Air 2 18 2 10 Installing Inserting Unit 2 18 3 SYSTEM INTERCONNECTS 3 1 3 1 Pin Out List 3 1 3 2 Functional Descriptions 3 3 4 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION CHECKOUT 4 1 4 1 Post Installation Power Check 4 1 4 2 Initialization of Configuration Module 4 1 4 3 Configure RS 232 Port 4 3 4 4 System Opera...

Page 6: ... 2 10 Figure 2 8 Antenna Installation Location 2 13 Figure 2 9 XM Signal Gain Requirements 2 14 Figure 2 10 TNC Connector Installation 2 18 Figure 2 11 GDL 69 69A Installation 2 19 Figure 3 1 Pin Out 3 1 Figure 4 1 Data Link Configuration Page on the MX20 4 3 Figure 4 2 Data Link Configuration Page on the 400 500 Series 4 4 Figure 4 3 Configuration Upload Page GDU 104x 4 4 Figure 4 4 Configuration...

Page 7: ... GA 55A GA 57 XM Antenna Specifications 1 6 Table 1 8 Referenced Publications 1 7 Table 2 1 Kit Contents 2 1 Table 2 2 Pin Contact Part Numbers 2 5 Table 2 3 Recommended Crimp Tools 2 6 Table 2 4 Garmin Connector Assembly 2 7 Table 2 5 Spider Kits 2 9 Table 2 6 Spider Installation Required Parts 2 9 Table 2 7 XM Gain Loss Component Calculation 2 15 Table 2 8 Unit Weights 2 17 Table 3 1 Pin Out Lis...

Page 8: ...of the modification The table is current at the time of publication of this manual see date on front cover and is subject to change without notice Authorized Garmin Sales and Service Centers are encouraged to access the most up to date bulletin and advisory information on the Garmin Dealer Resource web site at www garmin com using their Garmin provided user name and password Mod Level Service Bull...

Page 9: ...s part of the G1000 Integrated Cockpit System GDU 104x connected to the MX20 Multi Function Display MFD or the 400 500 series displays See Table 1 1 for a list of 400 500 series units The GDL 69 69A can be integrated into a variety of airframes under an appropriate TC or STC Each airframe installation may vary Interconnect drawings and procedures that are approved by the aircraft manufacturer shou...

Page 10: ...69A and wiring for future 400 500 series upgrade that will provide audio control and display 1 5 Audio Entertainment Installation Limitations The GDL 69A XM Satellite Radio audio entertainment may be installed to all passenger locations for all aircraft on the STC Approved Model List AML XM audio entertainment to crew locations depends on aircraft installation which must meet requirements of 14 CF...

Page 11: ...e XM Satellite Radio system Furthermore the AMBE R voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc The user of this or any other software contained in an XM Satellite Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy decompile reverse engineer or disassemble the o...

Page 12: ...ix B Table 1 2 GDL 69 69A Specifications GDL 69 69A Characteristics Specification Operating Temperature Range 55 C to 70 C Input Voltage Range 9 0 to 33 0 VDC Software Compliance RTCA DO 178B Level D Environmental Compliance RTCA DO 160D Table 1 3 GA 55 GA 55A GA 57 Specifications GA 55 GA 55A GA 57 Characteristics Specification Operating Temperature Range 55 C to 85 C Input Voltage Range Power pr...

Page 13: ...221 9 8 26 209 8 6 91 175 6 0 73 18 49 4 46 113 22 1 60 40 53 0 37 9 40 1 48 37 7 ANTENNA 6 43 163 2 7 9 200 9 3 98 101 1 CENTER OF GRAVITY 3 57 90 7 CENTER OF GRAVITY 0 73 18 6 J691 6 30 160 0 7 26 184 4 7 65 194 3 8 73 221 8 4 30 109 2 3 00 76 2 6 90 175 3 TYP 36 TYP 9 1 48 TYP 12 2 1 20 30 5 WITHOUT DIMPLES 1 23 31 1 WITH DIMPLES 60 15 2 48 TYP 12 2 36 TYP 9 1 4X 38 9 6 4X 3 73 94 7 J691 ANTENN...

Page 14: ...rop form factor GA 55A 011 01153 00 XM Antenna Thru mount ARINC 743 style mount GA 57 011 01032 00 GPS WAAS XM Antenna Thru mount ARINC 743 style mount Table 1 6 XM Satellite Radio Antenna Minimum Requirements Frequency Range 2332 5 to 2345 MHz Gain Typical 24 dB 1 dB Noise Figure 1 2 dB Nominal Output Impedance 50 ohms Supply Voltage 3 6 to 5 5 VDC Supply Current maximum 55 mA Operating Temperatu...

Page 15: ...ulatory Criteria The GDL 69 69A and GA 55 and GA 55A are PMA authorized 1 11 Unpacking Unit Carefully unpack the equipment and make a visual inspection of the unit for evidence of damage incurred during shipment If the unit is damaged notify the carrier and file a claim To justify a claim save the original shipping container and all packing materials Do not return the unit to Garmin until the carr...

Page 16: ... WARRANTY To obtain warranty service contact your local Garmin Authorized Service Center For assistance in locating a Service Center near you call Garmin Customer Service at one of the numbers shown below Products sold through online auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special offers from Garmin Online auction confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification To obtain warranty s...

Page 17: ...e GDL 69 69A installation as defined in AC 43 13 2A Chapter 1 and evaluate the necessity for audio suppression inputs in accordance with the GDL 69A Audio Limitations in Section 6 Perform the post installation checkout before closing the work area in case problems occur Complete an electrical load analysis in accordance with AC 43 13 1B Chapter 11 on the aircraft prior to starting modification to ...

Page 18: ...k Flat Head Screw MS24693 AN507R or equivalent Circuit Breaker Appropriate for selected wire size 2 4 Equipment Mounting 2 4 1 Rack Location and Installation The GDL 69 69A may be mounted in a pressurized or unpressurized location The GDL 69 69A does not require forced air cooling when mounting avoid locating the GDL 69 69A near sources that produce high levels of heat The GDL 69 69A has two mount...

Page 19: ...nting screw in contact with the airframe to minimize radiated electromagnetic interference EMI GDL 69 P N 011 00986 00 P N 001 00987 00 GDL 69A BACK PLATE ASSEMBLY P N 011 00796 35 CONNECTOR KIT ASSEMBLY P N 011 00997 00 GDL 69 REMOTE MOUNT RACK P N 115 00658 00 Figure 2 2 GDL 69 69A Remote Mount Rack 2 4 3 G1000 Modular Rack The G1000 modular rack is used to install the GDL 69 69A in the standard...

Page 20: ...04 330 00185 78 211 63207 10 8 PLCS 2 PLCS 115 00657 00 4 APPLY THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND TO ALL THREADED FASTENERS 2 PART OF 011 00915 00 NUT PLATE KIT 1 PART OF 011 00796 35 BACK PLATE ASSEMBLY NOTES 115 00411 00 125 00059 04 2 1 211 63234 12 212 00022 00 125 00097 00 330 00053 02 1 1 1 PART OF 330 00053 02 3 3 1 211 63234 10 3 PART OF 011 00997 00 CONNECTOR KIT 3 PLCS 3 2 PLCS Figure 2 4 Modular ...

Page 21: ...e installer supplies and fabricates all of the cables Except for the antenna connection all electrical connections are made through a 78 pin D Subminiature connector provided by Garmin Construct the wiring harness according to the information contained in this and the following sections Cable lengths will vary depending upon installation Strip all wires going to the 78 pin D Sub connector 1 8 Inse...

Page 22: ...are all plastic others are plastic with metal tip 2 Non Garmin part numbers shown are not maintained by Garmin and are subject to change without notice 2 5 2 Connector Assembly 1 Backshell Cast Housing Provides a mounting point for all other connector accessories 2 Configuration Module Installation details provided in Section 2 5 3 3 D Sub Miniature Connector Installation details provided in Secti...

Page 23: ...sembly Configuration Module 1 012 00605 00 3 Connector High Density 78 Pin 1 330 00185 78 4 Wire Harness Backshell Ground 1 320 00212 00 5 Clamp Backshell 62 78 Pin 1 115 00499 03 6 Cover Backshell 50 78 Pin 1 115 00500 04 7 Screw 4 40 x 187 FLHP100 Stainless Steel 2 211 63234 06 8 Screw 4 40 x 375 Phillips Stainless Steel 3 211 60234 10 9 Screw 4 40 x 250 FLHP Stainless Steel 2 211 63234 08 7 6 5...

Page 24: ...w 1 Crimp pins 4 onto each wire of the four conductor wire harness 3 Strip 1 8 of insulation from each wire prior to crimping 2 Insert newly crimped pins and wires 3 4 into the appropriate connector housing 5 location as specified by the interconnect drawings in Appendix D 3 Apply the spacer 2 by wrapping it around the PCB Board 1 making sure to insert the plastic connector mounted on the board in...

Page 25: ...4 20 Conductor 6 AWG 24 1 320 00212 00 5 Screw 4 40 x 250 FLHP 100 SS P Nylon 2 211 63234 08 2 5 4 1 Spider Parts List The following table provides a list of parts needed to install a Spider kit Most parts for this installation are included in the Spider installation kits shown in Table 2 5 Some are to be provided by the installer The following tables show the list of required parts as well as cal...

Page 26: ...conductors present in the cable Reference the following MIL Specs for solder sleeves M83519 1 1 M83519 1 2 M83519 1 3 M83519 1 4 M83519 1 5 b Solder the prepared wire assembly 4 7 Slide a piece of shrink tube 6 onto the prepared wire assembly and shrink using a heat gun The size of shrink tube must accommodate the number of conductors present in the cable 4 Strip 1 8 of insulation from the shielde...

Page 27: ...s Find the horn and compare the installation with Figure D 5 Activate the horn per the method described in the aircraft s maintenance manual For the gear horn this may require having the aircraft raised on jacks With a multimeter determine which horn contact changes state with the activation signal and if the active state is high or low Wire the appropriate audio suppression input high or low in a...

Page 28: ...is very important to have good conductivity between the coaxial shield and the ground plane This is ensured when all the fasteners properly ground the antenna base to the skin of the aircraft The resistance between the antenna and the skin of the aircraft should be less than 10 milliohms 2 6 3 XM Antenna Location As with any antenna installation keep the following points in mind 1 The XM Satellite...

Page 29: ...Installation Procedure GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Page 2 13 190 00355 02 Revision E Figure 2 8 Antenna Installation Location ...

Page 30: ...nal gain and loss factors that exist between the antenna and the XM receiver The gain loss factors that need to be accounted for are shown in Figure 2 9 The GDL 69 69A has the capability to internally adjust for variances in the gain loss factors by providing additional gain or loss within the range of 6dB to 4dB If the GDL 69 69A gain loss factor is outside this range additional gain or loss must...

Page 31: ...ponent must be between 6dB and 4dB If the GDL 69 69A gain loss component is outside this range additional gain or loss must be added between the antenna and the GLD 69 69A RF input The factory default setting for the internal GDL 69 69A component is 0 5dB The variable attenuation value required to attain the GDL 69 69A gain loss component will be programmed into the configuration module during pos...

Page 32: ... loss of the antenna cable is critical to the performance of the GDL 69 69A operation To accommodate this the GDL 69 69A has the ability to be configured for the amount of antenna cable loss To reduce the need to configure the GDL 69 69A for cable loss the GDL 69 69A is factory preset with a cable loss of 4 5 dB which is equivalent to 12 to 16 feet of RG 400 U with two properly terminated TNC conn...

Page 33: ... 69 and Modular Rack Weight 2 67 lbs 1 21 kg GDL 69A Weight 1 86 lbs 0 84 kg GDL 69A and Remote Rack Weight 2 83 lbs 1 29 kg GDL 69A and Modular Rack Weight 2 81 lbs 1 27 kg GA 55 Antenna 0 25 lbs 0 11 kg GA 55A Antenna 0 43 lbs 0 20 kg GA 57 Antenna 0 47 lbs 0 21 kg 2 8 Electrical Load Analysis An electrical load analysis should be completed on each aircraft prior to installation in accordance wi...

Page 34: ...nstallation and assembly refer to the outline and installation drawings shown in Figure 2 2 or Figure 2 4 of this manual The two installation configurations available are the G1000 modular rack or remote mount For both configurations insert the GDL 69 69A into the rack noting proper orientation as shown on the installation drawing in Figure 2 2 or Figure 2 4 NOTE The following steps are for the re...

Page 35: ...d tighten the Locking Lever Handle Securing Screw 4 to mechanically secure the unit to the Mount Rack GDL 69 69A 011 00986 00 011 00987 00 Locking Lever Handle 1 Locking Lever Handle Cam Head 2 Locking Plate 3 Locking Lever Handle Securing Screw 4 GDL 69 69A Remote Mount Rack 115 00658 00 Figure 2 11 GDL 69 69A Installation CAUTION Do not use excessive force when inserting the GDL 69 69A into the ...

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Page 37: ... Signal Ground 5 RS 232 In 2 In 6 RS 232 In 3 In 7 RS 232 In 1 In For Factory Use Only 8 RS 232 Out 1 Out For Factory Use Only 9 Data Link System ID Program 1 In 10 Data Link System ID Program 2 In 11 Signal Ground 12 Spare 13 Signal Ground 14 Spare 15 Spare 16 Spare 17 Audio Out Lo Out GDL 69A Only 18 Audio Out Right Out GDL 69A Only 19 Audio Out Left Out GDL 69A Only 20 Power Ground 21 Config Mo...

Page 38: ...et In 4 A In 58 Ethernet Out 4 B Out 59 Ethernet Out 4 A Out 60 Config Module Clock Out 61 Audio Suppression Hi 1 GDL 69A Only 62 Audio Suppression Hi 2 GDL 69A Only 63 Audio Suppression Hi 3 GDL 69A Only 64 Audio Suppression Lo 1 GDL 69A Only 65 Audio Suppression Lo 2 GDL 69A Only 66 Audio Suppression Lo 3 GDL 69A Only 67 Discrete In 2 In 68 Discrete In 1 In 69 Test Enable In For factory use only...

Page 39: ...odule input pins contain no lightning protection the configuration module must be mounted within the connector backshell as described in Section 2 5 3 P691 1 Configuration Module Ground P691 21 Configuration Module Power from GDL 69 69A P691 40 Configuration Module Data bi directional P691 60 Configuration Module Clock from GDL 69 69A Refer to Appendix D for interconnect information The configurat...

Page 40: ...input Ch1 A P691 24 Ethernet Receiver output Ch1 B P691 25 Ethernet Receiver output Ch1 A PORT 2 P691 26 Ethernet Receiver input Ch2 B P691 27 Ethernet Receiver input Ch2 A P691 28 Ethernet Receiver output Ch2 B P691 29 Ethernet Receiver output Ch2 A PORT 3 P691 30 Ethernet Receiver input Ch3 B P691 31 Ethernet Receiver input Ch3 A P691 32 Ethernet Receiver output Ch3 B P691 33 Ethernet Receiver o...

Page 41: ... Input will go active with input voltages above 8 5V Active LOW discrete inputs Input will go active with input voltages below 5 0V P691 61 Active HIGH discrete input P691 62 Active HIGH discrete input P691 63 Active HIGH discrete input P691 64 Active LOW discrete input P691 65 Active LOW discrete input P691 66 Active LOW discrete input 3 2 5 4 Other Discrete Inputs Not used The following discrete...

Page 42: ... Line Out Right This is the right channel audio P691 54 Line Out Left This is the left channel audio 3 2 9 Reserved Pins These pins are reserved and should not be connected P691 9 P691 10 3 2 10 Spare Pins The following pins are spare pins and not connected inside the GDL 69 69A Wires should not be routed to these pins as they may be used in future configurations of the GDL 69 69A Use of these pin...

Page 43: ...llation information to be stored in the configuration module For MX20 and 400 500 series units the configuration module is installed in the back panel connector backshell assembly and the only parameter stored in the configuration module is the variable attenuator value needed to obtain the required GDL 69 69A gain loss component For installations with the GDU 104x the configuration information is...

Page 44: ...n is zero or 100 then the gain loss compensation is outside the range required for proper operation Review Section 2 6 4 for appropriate corrective action 4 2 3 Configuration Module Procedure for GDU 104x 1 Insert the correct Loader Card into the top slot of the PFD 2 Start the G1000 system in Configuration mode 3 On the PFD go to the Configuration Upload page using the FMS knob 4 Activate the cur...

Page 45: ...Operational Checkout Before performing system checkout ensure that the configuration module if applicable is properly programmed and the GDL 69 69A connected to the correct communication port Display Control device refers to either the MX20 or the 400 500 series units 4 4 1 Data Link Status and Connection Power up the GDL 69 69A View the data link status on the display control device to verify XM ...

Page 46: ... 69 69A Installation Manual Revision E 190 00355 02 Figure 4 2 Data Link Configuration Page on the 400 500 Series 500 Series shown 400 Series screen is similar Figure 4 3 Configuration Upload Page GDU 104x Figure 4 4 Configuration Page GDU 104x ...

Page 47: ... Mute Pressing the Mute switch should terminate sound from speakers Pressing it again should resume audio More optional checkout procedures are available after the GDL 69 69A is activated with XM Satellite Radio Corporation Refer to the XM Activation Procedure document P N 190 00355 04 4 4 4 Audio Suppression Input GDL 69A only The GDL 69A has audio suppression inputs to disable the audio output w...

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Page 49: ...t is GDL 69A and not GDL 69 with no audio feature Verify wiring of audio suppression input Verify wiring is going to correct active high or active low input sense Check wiring from GDL 69A to audio panel Verify Mute is not on Increase volume by pressing Volume Up If there is audio output only on Channel 1 verify that audio XM service has been activated Reference 190 00355 04 Incorrect or no XM sub...

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Page 51: ...at is beyond the scope of this STC It is possible for installers to seek evaluation and approval of an alternate installation by means of the field approval process In both cases each installation or aircraft type must be evaluated for compliance with 14 CFR 23 1431 e This evaluation may determine that the required horns can be heard satisfactorily without disabling the GDL 69A audio entertainment...

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Page 53: ...s included in this section 7 1 Audio Suppression If installation requires use of audio suppression inputs each installed input must be verified for proper operation on an annual basis 7 2 Equipment Calibration No scheduled servicing tasks or internal manual adjustments are required on the GDL 69 69A 7 3 Cleaning The GDL 69 69A does not require regular cleaning ...

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Page 55: ...the sole and express purpose of installation and approval of installation of the GDL 69 and GDL 69A XM Radios and associated interfaces to other previously approved equipment A 3 Continued Airworthiness Instructions Refer to the GDL 69 69A XM Satellite Radio Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Garmin P N 190 00355 00 A 4 STC Approved Model List This STC SA01487SE includes an Approved model Li...

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Page 57: ...nvironment Qualification Form Go to the Dealers Only site at http www garmin com for the latest Environmental Qualification Forms Refer to the table below for the specific Qualification Form number Model Qualification Form Number GDL 69 69A 005 00217 33 GA 55 005 00233 00 GA 55A 005 00240 00 GA 57 005 00240 00 ...

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Page 59: ...st be applied Load Factor x 2 69 lbs will be the following Table C 1 Static Test Load GDL 69 with Remote Rack Direction of Force Load Factor Static Test Load Load Factor x GDL 69 Rack Weight Downward 6 6 g 6 6 x 2 69 17 75 lbs Upward 6 0 g 6 0 x 2 69 16 14 lbs Sideward 4 5 g 4 5 x 2 69 12 11 lbs Forward 18 0 g 18 0 x 2 69 48 42 lbs The combined weight of the GDL 69A and the remote rack is 2 83 lbs...

Page 60: ...the other three directions upward sideward and forward at the above calculated forces shown for your particular unit and rack The values are found in Tables C 1 and C 2 7 Examine the support structure carefully If there has been damage or permanent deformation the structure is not suitable and must be replaced with one which is strong enough to withstand the test loads Examine all aircraft stringe...

Page 61: ...Installation Drawings GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Page D 1 190 00355 02 Revision E Appendix D Installation Drawings ...

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Page 63: ...Antenna Mounting Diagrams GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Page D 3 190 00355 02 Revision E Figure D 1 GDL 69 Interconnect to MFD and Audio Panel ...

Page 64: ...Installation Drawings Page D 4 GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Revision E 190 00355 02 Figure D 2 GDL 69 Interconnect to GDU 104x ...

Page 65: ...Installation Drawings GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Page D 5 190 00355 02 Revision E Figure D 3 GDL 69 Interconnect to 400 500 Series ...

Page 66: ...Installation Drawings Page D 6 GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Revision E 190 00355 02 Figure D 4 GDL 69 Interconnect to MFD and 400 500 Series ...

Page 67: ...Installation Drawings GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Page D 7 190 00355 02 Revision E Figure D 5 Interconnect to Warning Horns ...

Page 68: ...Installation Drawings Page D 8 GDL 69 69A Installation Manual Revision E 190 00355 02 Figure D 6 Optional Audio Attenuation ...

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