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Detailed Operation
Activating XM Radio Services
Before the GDL 69/69A can be used, the unit must be activated by XM Satellite Radio and services are sub-
scribed to XM Satellite Radio. Please note that the GDL 69 is a weather data link. The GDL 69A is a weather
data link and audio receiver. The data link service and the audio entertainment services must be activated
separately.
Gather Information
Your GDL 69 or GDL 69A is shipped with one or two radio hardware identifications, respectively. These IDs
serve as identification codes for your XM-equipped GDL 69/69A and are needed in the activation process. The
ID(s) is attached to this instruction sheet and printed on a label on the back of the unit. The IDs can also be
retrieved through the MX20 in the Activation page of the Status sub-function. Contact your dealer if you are
unable to locate the radio hardware IDs.
XM Satellite Radio Activation
Weather and/or audio data from your GDL 69/69A are provided by XM Satellite Radio, a company separate
and independent from Garmin Corporation. Have your radio hardware IDs ready before contacting XM Satel-
lite Radio. During the process, you can select services for subscription. Keep in mind that the GDL 69 has no
audio capability, audio services will not be available with the unit.
Follow the GDL 69/69A XM Satellite Radio Activation Instructions (190-00355-04) enclosed with your GDL
69/69A unit to activate the XM products.
XM FIS Data Activation
GDL 69/69A - FIS
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