GDL 49

TM

INSTALLATION MANUAL

190-00231-00, Revision E
February 2005
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RECORD OF REVISIONS

Revision
Revision Description ECO #
Date
A 5/31/02 Production Release 18266
B 9/19/02 Add PMA/STC info, other misc. changes 19063
C 4/17/03 Update power/Tx specs, other misc. changes 20822
D 5/19/03 Replaced copy of STC w/ amended version. 21128
E 2/17/05 Removed reference to rubber gasket 29800

DOCUMENT PAGINATION

Section Page Range

Table of Contents i - iv
Section 1 1-1 – 1-4
Section 2 2-1 – 2-8
Section 3 3-1 – 3-6
Section 4 4-1 – 4-4
Section 5 5-1 – 5-6
Appendix A A-1 – A-6
Appendix B B-1 – B-2

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At the time of this writing, the current software version for the GDL 49 is 2.03. The software version and
information in this document are subject to change without notice. Visit the Garmin web site
(www.garmin.com) for current manual updates and supplemental information concerning the operation of
this and other Garmin products.

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GDL 49 HARDWARE MOD LEVEL HISTORY

The following table identifies hardware modification (Mod) Levels for the GDL 49 data link
transceiver. Mod Levels are listed with the associated service bulletin number, service bulletin date, and
the purpose 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.

SERVICE SERVICE
MOD
BULLETIN BULLETIN PURPOSE OF MODIFICATION
LEVEL
NUMBER DATE

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1-1
1.2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................1-1
1.3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................1-2
1.4 CERTIFICATION..............................................................................................................1-3
1.5 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................1-3
1.6 LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................................................................................1-4
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................2-1
2.2 EQUIPMENT LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS...............................................................2-1
2.3 CABLING AND WIRING..................................................................................................2-1
2.4 VHF ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS..............................................................................2-2
2.5 ANTENNA INSTALLATION PROCEDURES .................................................................2-5
2.6 ANTENNA INSTALLATION APPROVAL .....................................................................2-6
2.7 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS.....................................................................................2-6
2.8 COAXIAL CABLE INSTALLATION................................................................................2-7
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
3.1 UNIT AND ACCESSORIES ..............................................................................................3-1
3.2 MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS..........................................................................................3-1
3.3 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED............................3-1
3.4 CABLE INSTALLATION..................................................................................................3-2
3.5 UNIT INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................3-2
3.6 UNIT OUTLINE DRAWING.............................................................................................3-3
3.7 UNIT INSTALLATION DRAWING..................................................................................3-4
3.8 ANTENNA INSTALLATION DRAWING.........................................................................3-6
4. SYSTEM INTERCONNECTS
4.1 PIN FUNCTION LIST-J491 ...............................................................................................4-1
4.2 ANTENNAS......................................................................................................................4-2
4.3 GDL 49 INTERFACE DIAGRAM......................................................................................4-3
5. POST INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION & CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
5.1 INSTALLTION POWER CHECK......................................................................................5-1
5.2 CONFIGURATION MODE OPERATIONS.......................................................................5-1
5.3 ECHO FLIGHT SERVICE ACTIVATION/ESTABLISHING THE DATA LINK................5-1
5.4 SYSTEM OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT...........................................................................5-2
5.5 TROUBLESHOOTING A FAULTY RS-232 LINK ............................................................5-6
APPENDIX A. CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS
A.1 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS....................................................................................A-1
A.2 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM...............................................................A-4
APPENDIX B.
B.1 STC PERMISSION ...........................................................................................................B-1
B.2 PMA APPROVAL............................................................................................................B-1

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 LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 2-1. ANTENNA INSTALLATION LOCATION.............................................................2-4

FIGURE 2-2. COAXIAL CABLE INSTALLATION .....................................................................2-7
FIGURE 3-1. GDL 49 UNIT OUTLINE DRAWING .....................................................................3-3
FIGURE 3-2. GDL 49 UNIT INSTALLATION DRAWING ..........................................................3-4
FIGURE 3-3. GDL 49 UNIT MOUNTING DRAWING .................................................................3-5
FIGURE 3-4. ANTENNA, DOUBLER INSTALLATION DRAWING...........................................3-6
FIGURE 4-1. VIEW OF J491 CONNECTOR LOOKING AT UNIT ..............................................4-1
FIGURE 4-2. GDL 49 SYSTEM INTERFACE DIAGRAM............................................................4-3
FIGURE 5-1. MAIN RS-232 CONFIG PAGE ................................................................................5-1
FIGURE 5-2. DATA LINK PAGE ................................................................................................5-2
FIGURE 5-3. DATA LINK STATUS FIELDS...............................................................................5-2
FIGURE 5-4. DATA LINK PAGE, METAR REQUEST................................................................5-4
FIGURE 5-5. METAR REQUEST PAGE ......................................................................................5-4
FIGURE 5-6. WAYPOINT INFORMATION ................................................................................5-4
FIGURE 5-7. MANUAL SEND ....................................................................................................5-5
FIGURE 5-8. TEXTUAL METAR.................................................................................................5-5

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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the physical, mechanical, electrical and installation requirements for the remote-
mounted GDL 49 Satellite Data Link Transceiver. After installation of the GDL 49, FAA Form 337 must
be completed by an appropriately certified agency to return the aircraft to service.

NOTE

Prior to product installation, the owner/operator is urged to create a customer account

with Echo Flight. The Subscription Activation Card, P/N 190-00231-04, provides a step-
by-step method of using the Internet to create this account. This card is an 8.5 x 5.5 card
included with the GDL 49 installation kit.

Upon completion of the installation and account setup, the installation technician will be able to perform an
end-to-end test of the system. This can be performed by requesting and receiving data, NEXRAD or
METAR. If an account has not been setup, complete testing of the system cannot be performed.
1.2. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The GDL 49 is a remote-mounted Satellite Data Link Transceiver that provides a means for data to be
communicated between a Garmin 400 or 500 Series unit and an Echo Flight Message Switch. The actual
link being used for transmission and reception over the airwaves is the ORBCOMM low earth orbit (LEO)
satellite constellation. The GDL 49 communicates via RS-232 with a 400/500 Series product and through
VHF communications with the ORBCOMM satellite constellation.

Functions provided by the overall data link system include:

• Request for and display of NEXRAD radar imagery on the Garmin 400/500 Series products.
• Request for and display of textual based METAR data on the Garmin 400/500 Series products.
• Request for and display of a compressed form of METAR data that allows icon representations of
reporting stations on a moving map indicating visibility, sky condition, etc.
• Request that position tracking services be provided by Echo Flight through periodic position report
transmissions from the Garmin 400/500 Series products.

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1.3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
There is no TSO describing the characteristics or performance requirements for the GDL 49. Approval is
via a Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA). Please refer to Appendix B for PMA information.

1.3.1 Physical Characteristics

Width 2.11 inches (54 mm)

Height 5.31 inches (135 mm)
Unit depth including 10.01 inches (254 mm)
connectors (measured from
end to end of unit including
backshells)
Weight (Unit only) 2.28 lbs. (1.03 kg)
Weight (Installed with 2.5 lbs. (1.13 kg)
connectors)

1.3.2 General Specifications

Regulatory Compliance N/A

Operating Temperature Range -40°C to +70°C. For more details see Environmental
Qualification Form in Appendix A.
Humidity 95% non-condensing
Altitude Range -1,500 ft to 50,000 ft
Input Voltage Range 11 to 33 Vdc
Software RTCA DO-178B level D
Environmental Testing RTCA DO-160D. For more details see Environmental
Qualification Form in Appendix A.

1.3.3 Power Requirements (As Installed)

For 28 V Aircraft power:

Mode J491 Pins 1 and 2 J491 Pin 10* Total Combined Current
(Warm-up Power)
Rx 0.20 A 1.10 A 1.30 A
Tx 0.90 A 1.10 A 2.00 A

For 14 V Aircraft Power:

Mode J491 Pins 1 and 2 J491 Pin 25* Total Combined Current
(Warm-up Power)
Rx 0.55 A 2.22 A 2.77 A
Tx 1.80 A 2.22 A 4.02 A
*Please refer to notes 4, 5, and 6 in Figure 4-2 on page 4-3 for specific information on wiring the unit and
warm-up circuit to aircraft power.

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1.3.4 Data Link Transceiver Specifications

Down-Link (RX)
Frequency 137 to 138 MHz, 399 channels (15 Used)
Modulation SDPSK 4800 bits per second

Up-Link (TX)
Output Power ≥5 Watts (37 dBm)
Frequency 148 to 150 MHz, 819 channels
Modulation SDPSK 2400 bits per second

1.3.5 General Antenna Requirements

Frequency Range 137-150 MHz

VSWR 2.0:1
Impedance 50 Ω
RF Power Capability >10 Watts
Connector BNC Female

1.4 CERTIFICATION
The GDL 49 initial certification was accomplished via STC by Garmin in a Beech Model 58. See
Appendix B for a copy of the STC, and the PMA number for the GDL 49.

1.5 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

ORBCOMM has obtained from the FCC a blanket license to operate mobile terminals with its Non-Voice,
Non-Geostationary mobile satellite system, Orbital Communications Corporation, 10 FCC Rcd 6572
(1995). Under that license and the commission’s rules [47 C.F.R. 25.115 (d)] and (25.135), ORBCOMM
has been delegated responsibility that terminals operating within its system comply with the terms of
ORBCOMM’s satellite license and Parts 2 and 25 of the Commission’s rules. Pursuant to that
responsibility, ORBCOMM has analyzed the Panasonic KX-G7101 communicator and has certified that
this product conforms to all applicable FCC and ORBCOMM requirements. The call sign for
ORBCOMM subscriber communicators is E940534.

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1.6 LIMITED WARRANTY

This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two year from
the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option, repair or replace any components
that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or
labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does not
cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.

THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY
LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU
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IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR
INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. Some states do
not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to
you.

Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the
purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF 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 service, an
original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required. Garmin will not replace missing
components from any package purchased through an online auction.

Garmin International, Inc. Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

1200 E. 151st St. Unit 5, The Quadrangle
Olathe, KS 66062 Abbey Park Industrial Estate
Phone: 913/397.8200 Romsey, SO51 9DL U.K.
Fax: 913/397.8282 Phone: 44/1794.519944
Fax: 44/1794.519222

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Careful planning and consideration of the suggestions in this section are required to achieve the desired
performance and reliability from the GDL 49. Any deviations from the installation instructions prescribed
in this document shall be accomplished in accordance with the requirements set forth in FAA AC 43.13-
1B and 43.13-2A.
2.2 EQUIPMENT LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
The GDL 49 should be mounted in a dry location, which may be pressurized or unpressurized. A location
away from heating vents or other sources of heat generation is optimal. The unit should be mounted on a
flat surface using the flanges provided on the GDL 49 unit, either horizontally or vertically, Figure 3.3 page
3-5. The mounting surface should provide sufficient electrical bond to the aircraft to minimize radiated
electro-magnetic interference (EMI).

NOTE

Improperly grounded electrical devices, and electrical equipment with switching power
supplies, can generate harmful interference to GDL 49 operation and other equipment.
The GDL 49 communicates with the satellite system on a VHF frequency range that is
susceptible to this RFI interference. There have been cases where RFI in the 135 to 140
MHz range has interfered with GDL 49 reception.

Ensure that all electrical/electronic equipment installed on the aircraft has been properly grounded, and
antenna shields properly terminated at each end of the coaxial runs if you are experiencing any degraded
performance with the GDL 49 or any other system.
2.3 CABLING AND WIRING
Check that there is ample space for the cabling and mating connectors. Avoid sharp bends in cabling, and
routing near aircraft control cables. Cabling for the GDL 49 should not be routed near components or
cabling which are sources of electrical noise. Ensure that the cabling, wire harness and coaxial cable, is
properly secured throughout its end to end run to avoid stress and damage.

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2.4 VHF ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS
The R.A. Miller AV-14 Antenna (Garmin Part # 010-10303-00) is a VHF broadband communications
antenna for general aviation designed to operate within a frequency range of 138-174 MHz and is for use
with the GDL 49.

When the AV-14 antenna is used in conjunction with the ORBCOMM satellite system, it provides two-
way communication with the satellites requesting and replying with bursts of compressed data. This
section of the Installation Manual is supplementary to R.A. Miller document number 27-1651-4B.

NOTE

Depending on specific installations, the installer may want to use a different make/model
of VHF antenna. There are a variety of antennas that will work with the GDL 49. It is
the installer’s responsibility to ensure that their choice of antenna meets FAA
certification standards according to the specific installation. Please refer to the table
in section 1.3.4 for general guidelines on antenna selection. This installation manual uses
only the AV-14, which was the only antenna used during STC certification by Garmin.

Antenna installations on pressurized cabin aircraft also require FAA approved installation. Design and
engineering substantiation data is needed whenever such antenna installations incorporate alteration
(penetration) of the cabin pressure vessel by connector holes and/or mounting arrangements. For needed
engineering support pertaining to the design and approval of such pressurized aircraft antenna installations,
it is recommended that the installer proceed according to any of the following listed alternatives:

1. Obtain approved antenna installation design data from the aircraft manufacturer.
2. Obtain a FAA approved STC pertaining to and valid for the antenna installation.
3. Contact the FAA Aircraft Certification Office in the appropriate Region and request identification
of FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) who are authorized to prepare and
approve the required antenna installation engineering data.
4. Obtain FAA Advisory Circular AC-183C and identify a DER from the roster of individuals in it.
5. Contact an aviation industry organization such as the Aircraft Electronics Association for
assistance.

There are several critical factors to take into consideration before installing the AV-14 Antenna in order to
satisfy the needs for satellite communications systems. These factors are now addressed:

1. Antenna bonding and grounding.

2. Antenna location.
3. Coaxial cable routing/length.

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2.4.1 Antenna Bonding and Grounding

NOTE

Improper grounding of the antenna is the primary cause of reduced ability to link with the
ORBCOMM constellation.

If you are installing the antenna over a contoured surface, use a tapered metal shim to prevent
deformation of the aircraft skin or breakage of the antenna base. The structure of the aircraft must be
considered to determine the need for a stiffener. The stiffener should tie into existing structure, or at the
very least, spread the stress out far enough that the stress points are dissipated gradually into the
surrounding airframe skin. Aviation grade mounting screws of the proper grip length must be used for the
application. Torque should be evenly applied across all mounting screws to avoid deformation of the
mounting point.

The ground plane for most aircraft is its aluminum skin. For those aircraft with fabric or composite skin,
using a whip antenna, a ground plane must be constructed. It is usually installed under the skin of the
aircraft, below the antenna, and is made either of aluminum sheet or of a wire mesh. This ground plane
should, at least, have a radius that is as great as the antenna is long.

NOTE

It is very important to have good conductivity between the coaxial shield and the ground
plane. This is ensured by proper antenna installation, where all the fasteners properly
ground the antenna base to the skin of the aircraft. Additionally, by burnishing the
through-holes of the GDL 49 and the attach points on the mounting tray, proper electrical
grounding will be achieved. The resistance between the antenna and the skin of the
aircraft should be less than 10 milliohms.

2.4.2 Antenna Mounting Location

Location is one of the more critical points in satisfying the needs for satellite communications systems.
This is especially true of the AV-14 antenna used in conjunction with the ORBCOMM system. Metal
members, such as landing gear, struts and tail surfaces can alter the directional pattern of the antenna.
This will cause the antenna to work better in some directions and poorer in others. The AV-14 is to be
mounted on the top of the fuselage (Figure 2-1) in the vertical plane to allow the GDL 49 to communicate
with the satellite system.

As with any COM antenna installation, keep the following points in mind:

1. Locating antennas too close to obstructions such as the vertical stabilizer will limit the radiation pattern
of the transmission, causing nulls and reducing the effective range.
2. Maintain about three feet from heater ignition, autopilot and other control surface actuators and
motors.

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3. Maintain about five feet from fluorescent lamps, related ballast, air conditioners, blowers, strobe lights
and power supplies. Do not attach multiple transmission lines to a single receiving antenna. This
practice can cause a costly electronics failure.
4. Maintain a wavelength (about six to seven feet) between any other previously installed antenna,
especially the ADF or marker beacon. If you are forced to find a “happy medium” locate no closer
than ½ wavelength (3.5 ft.) from other antennas or obstructions.
5. The AV-14 antenna must be mounted on top of the aircraft for greatest satellite visibility. For best
performance, select a location with an unobstructed view of the sky above the aircraft when in level
flight.

Figure 2-1. Antenna Installation Location

2.4.3 Coaxial Cable

Location of non-communication antennas too close to the AV-14 antenna may not only degrade the
transmission through reflection, but can also absorb and re-radiate the transmission causing a condition
similar to having two COM antennas located in close proximity to each other.

• Keep Coaxial runs as short as functionally possible. Greater the length, greater the loss.

• Choose the correct coax: RG-400/U has a good trade off between loss, size, and flexibility.

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2.5 ANTENNA INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Locate mounting position on top of the fuselage. A good electrical connection must exist
between the mounting fasteners and the metallic frame or skin of the aircraft.
2. Aircraft with non-metallic outer surface should be provided with a ground plane of at least 24”
x 24”. This may be a thin metal sheet on the outside, or immediately under the surface on the
inside. Metal foil, securely connected in place, may be used on the inside surface. The ground
plane must extend under the vertical portion of the antenna. The larger the ground plane the
better the antenna propagation will be.

CAUTION

Any ground plane installed must be well bonded electrically to the metal
frame of the aircraft to prevent erratic electrical noise in the receiver.

3. Using the template shown in the R.A. Miller Installation Instructions, or other as required, drill
four (4) mounting holes and one (1) hole for the connector; note difference between front and
rear of template.
4. Burnish the area around the holes on the interior side of the aircraft. Alodine the exposed
aluminum surface and mount the antenna within one hour. The alodine coating will become
brittle if mounting is delayed beyond one hour.

NOTE

If installing a stiffener on the inside of the aircraft skin, burnish and

alodine the areas that mate to the skin, as well as the outside fastener
holes of the stiffener. This insures positive electrical grounding of the
antenna through the fasteners (Figure 3-4).
5. Mount the antenna (see R.A. Miller Instructions, or other as required).

CAUTION

Tighten all mounting screws evenly, using the same torque value, to
insure that the antenna lays flat on the mounting surface.

6. A section of RG-400/U or similar 50-ohm coax cable must run between the antenna and the
GDL 49 transceiver. Both ends are to be equipped with a type BNC (RG-400/U) connector to
connect to the antenna and the GDL 49. The cable and connectors are not supplied but may be
obtained from an electronics parts distributor.
7. Review section 2.8 for steps on how to install the coaxial cable from the antenna to the GDL
49. Refer to section 4.2.1 of this manual for antenna/coax cable checkout.

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2.6 ANTENNA INSTALLATION APPROVAL

The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of the AV-14 antenna are minimum performance
standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this antenna on a specific type or class of
aircraft to determine that the installation is within the TSO standards. The AV-14 antenna may be
installed only if further evaluation by the applicant documents an acceptable installation and is approved by
the administrator. For antenna TSO compliance, antenna specifications are as follows:

Application: Communications
Frequency: 138-174 MHz
VSWR: 2.0 to 1 Maximum
Impedance: 50 Ω
Polarization: Vertical
Pattern: Omni-directional
Connector: Type BNC Female
Weight: 8 oz
RF Power Capability: 25 Watts
Height: 18-3/4”
TSO: C37d, C38d, DO-160c
Speed Range: 250 knots
Env.Cat. D2-AC
SXSXDFSXXXXXXXXXX

For a translation of the code categories and applicable specifications, refer to the current copyrighted
RTCA/DO-160( ) document.

2.7 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS

Maintenance of the AV-14 antenna is “on condition” only. Periodic maintenance of the AV-14 is not
required.

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2.8 COAXIAL CABLE INSTALLATION

1. With the GDL 49 transceiver (see Section 3.5), and AV-14 antenna (see Section 2.5) installed
route and clamp the coaxial cable in position (RG-400/U or similar 50-ohm). Secure the cable
in accordance with good aviation practice.

2. Trim the coaxial cable to the desired length and install the BNC connectors
(330-00087-00) at each end per the cabling instructions listed in Figure 2-2. For convenience
one end of the coaxial run can be terminated prior to installation.

Figure 2-2. Coaxial Cable Installation

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3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
3.1 UNIT AND ACCESSORIES

The GDL 49 is available under the following part numbers:

ITEM GARMIN P/N

GDL 49 Unit, includes: 010-00248-00

GDL 49 Assembly: (011-00729-00)

Installer-Only Test Activation Card: (190-00231-11)
GDL 49 Unit With Connector Kit, includes: 010-00248-01

GDL 49 Assembly: (011-00729-00)

Connector Kit: (011-00730-00)
400/500 Series Garmin Display Interfaces Pilot’s Guide
Addendum: (190-00140-13) (See Note Below)
Software License Agreement: (190-00231-03)
Subscription Activation Card:(190-00231-04)
Installer-Only Test Activation Card: (190-00231-11)
Warranty Registration Card: (190-00042-04)

NOTE

The 400/500 Series Garmin Optional Displays (P/N 190-00140-13) supercedes the
previous Weather Data Link Pilot’s Guide (P/N 190-00231-05) as the legitimate document
for the GDL-49’s control and operation in conjunction with the 400/500 series units.

Other accessories include the following:

ITEM GARMIN P/N

GDL 49 Connector Kit 011-00730-00
Subscription Activation Card 190-00231-04
400/500 Series Garmin Optional Displays 190-00140-13
(See Note Above)

3.2 MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS

ITEM GARMIN P/N
GDL 49 Sample Flight Manual Supplement 190-00231-08
GDL 49 In Beech 58 Documented 190-00231-06
Installation

3.3 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED

The following hardware is required for installation of the GDL 49 unit, but is not provided,
#6-32 Screw (4 ea.), #6-32 Self-locking Nut (4 ea.).

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3.4 CABLE INSTALLATION

Contacts for the 25-pin connector must be crimped onto the individual wires of the aircraft wiring harness.
Tables 3-1 and 3-2 list contact part numbers (for reference) and recommended crimp tools. Refer to
Table 4-1 for J491 pin definitions. Construct the wire harness according to the information listed in Table
4-1 and Figure 4-2. Cable lengths will vary depending upon installation. Route and secure the cable run
from the GDL 49 to the 400/500 Series unit away from sources of electrical noise. Annotate, for later
reference, on the wiring diagram the RS-232 channel that termination to the 400/500 Series unit was
made.

Table 3-1. Pin Contact Part Numbers

Connector Type Pin Contact (P491)

Wire Gauge 22-24 AWG
Garmin P/N 336-00022-00
Military P/N M39029/63-368
AMP 205090-1
Positronic M39029/63-368
ITT Cannon 031-1007-042

Table 3-2. Recommended Crimp Tools

Connector Type DB25 Garmin PN: 330-00184-25

Wire Gauge 22-24AWG
Hand Crimping Positioner Insertion/
Tool Extraction Tool
Military P/N M22520/2-01 M22520/2-08 M81969/1-02
Positronic 9507 9502-5 M81969/1-02
ITT Cannon 995-0001-584 995-0001-604 980-2000-426
AMP 601966-1 601966-5 91067-2
Daniels AFM8 K13-1 M81969/1-02
Astro 615717 615724 M81969/1-02

NOTES

1. Insertion/extraction tools from ITT Cannon are all plastic; others are plastic with metal tip.
2. Non-Garmin part numbers shown are not maintained by Garmin and consequently are subject to
change without notice.

3.5 UNIT INSTALLATION

Figure 3-1, page 3-3, shows outline dimensions for the unit. Install the GDL 49 unit using
#6-32 screws and self-locking nuts. Positive electrical bonding of the GDL 49 to the mounting structure is
critical to proper operation of the system.

Ensure that the installation location is away from sources of electrical noise and provides easy access for
cable and coax routing and connection. Do not close the area as final testing and troubleshooting will
require access to the GDL 49.
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Figure 3-1. GDL 49 Unit Outline Drawing

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Figure 3-2. GDL 49 Unit Installation

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 MOUNTING SHELF

GDL 49 VERTICAL INSTALLATION

MOUNTING SHELF

GDL 49

GLD 49 HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION

BNC ANTENNA CONNECTION

J492 - NOT USED

#8 SCREW, WASHER
& NUTPLATE (6 PLCS) J491

MATCHDRILL STRINGERS
#8 SCREW, WASHER
& NUT (6 PLCS)

Figure 3-3. GDL 49 Unit Mounting Drawing

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Figure 3-4. Antenna, Doubler Installation Drawing

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4. SYSTEM INTERCONNECTS
4.1. PIN FUNCTION LIST-J491

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Figure 4-1. View of J491 Connector looking at the back of the GDL 49
Table 4-1. J491 Pin Definitions

Pin # Pin Name I/O Signal Content

1 AIRCRAFT POWER I 9 Vdc – 30 Vdc
2 AIRCRAFT POWER I 9 Vdc – 30 Vdc
3 RESERVED - Reserved
4 RS-232 IN 1 I Digital Input 1
5 RS-232 OUT 1 O Digital Output 1
6 RS-232 IN 2 I Digital Input 2
7 RS-232 OUT 2 O Digital Output 2
8 RS-232 IN 3 I Digital Input 3
9 RS-232 OUT 3 O Digital Output 3
10 28 V WARMUP PWR I
11 RESERVED I Reserved
12 AIRCRAFT GROUND - Ground
13 AIRCRAFT GROUND - Ground
14 RESERVED I Digital Input
15 RESERVED O Digital Output
16 RESERVED I Digital Input
17 RESERVED - Shield ground
18 RESERVED O Digital Output
19 RESERVED - Shield ground
20 RESERVED I Digital Input
21 RESERVED - Shield ground
22 RESERVED I Digital Input
23 14 V WARMUP SEL I
24 RESERVED - Reserved
25 14 V WARMUP PWR I

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 NOTE

The J492 15 Pin Subminiature D connector is reserved for future use (no connection).

4.2 ANTENNAS

Pin Name Connector I/O

VHF ANTENNA J493 I/O

4.2.1. Antenna Checkout

Perform the following confidence check of the antenna and coax installation.

1. Gain access to the GDL 49 and remove the antenna BNC connector from the unit.

2. Using an ohmmeter, measure from the shield ground to an airframe ground. It should indicate a short to
ground at this point.

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FIGURE 4-2. GDL 49 SYSTEM INTERFACE DIAGRAM

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5. POST INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION AND CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
5.1 INSTALLATION POWER CHECK
With the GDL 49 disconnected, turn on the avionics master switch and verify aircraft power on P491 pins
1 & 2. Using an ohmmeter, verify that pins 12 & 13 are aircraft grounds, (refer to Figure 4-2). Turn off
aircraft power, install and secure the GDL 49 and all other avionics equipment in preparation for testing.

5.2 CONFIGURATION MODE OPERATIONS

With power applied to the aviation rack and the 400/500
Series unit turned off, press and hold the ENTER key and
turn the unit on. This places the unit into the configuration
mode. Release the ENTER key when the display activates.
After the database and instrument panel self-test pages are
displayed, the next page is the MAIN ARINC 429 CONFIG
page. While in Configuration Mode, pages can be selected
by ensuring the cursor is off and rotating the small right knob.
Rotate the knob to display the MAIN RS232 CONFIG
PAGE, Figure 5-1. Refer to the Garmin 400/500 Series Figure 5-1
Main RS232 CONFIG Page
Installation Manual, 190-00140-02 or 190-00181-02, for more
information if needed.

To change data on the displayed Configuration Page, press the small right knob (CRSR) to turn on the
cursor. Turn the large right knob to change between data fields. Turn the small right knob to change a
field that the cursor is on. Select the channel that the GDL 49 was wired to and select GDL 49 in both the
INPUT and OUTPUT locations of that channel (refer to the annotation you made on the wiring diagram
during harness buildup). Once you have made the desired selection, press the ENTER key to accept the
entry. Turn the 400/500 Series off, then on, to place it back into normal operation mode.

5.3 ECHO FLIGHT SERVICE ACTIVATION - ESTABLISHING THE DATA LINK

The procedure to establish an Echo Flight account is described on the Subscription Activation Card
(Garmin part number 190-00231-04) included in the GDL 49 installation kit. It is advisable to have this
account established prior to completion of the installation. This will allow the owner/operator and
installation technician to test the system, and to receive and transmit prior to flight release.

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5.4 SYSTEM OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT
Move the aircraft outside and ensure that there is an unobstructed view of the sky. Attach a ground
power cart to the external power connector on the aircraft and apply power.

NOTE
Use of an external power cart is optional in order to prevent the battery from discharging
to a critically low level.

Power on all systems and allow two to four minutes for initialization. Verify that the 400/500 Series unit is
properly operating and receiving satellite signals and ensure the circuit breaker for the GDL 49 is closed.

5.4.1 Monitoring the Data Link

The Data Link can be monitored by selecting Data Link Status
from the Data Link Page. There are four main page groups in
the 400/500 Series: NAV, WPT, AUX, and NRST (see the
400/500 Series Pilot’s Guide for detailed information on the
unit’s Page Groups). The Data Link Page appears in the
sequence of AUX Pages.

To select the Data Link Page, rotate the large right knob until
a page from the AUX group is displayed. To select the Data
Link Page, rotate the small right knob until the Data Link Page Figure 5-2. Data Link Page
is displayed, (Figure 5-2).
5.4.2 Data Link Status
From the Data Link page, select “DATA LINK STATUS”,
Figure 5-3. The Data Link Status page will appear on the
display providing an indication of the operational condition of
the Weather Data system. Six fields, described below, define
the condition of the system.

TX QUEUE
This field shows the number of requests in the GDL 49’s
transmit queue waiting to be sent to the satellite system. None
will be present on the initial installation.

RX QUEUE Figure 5-3. Data Link

This field shows the number of responses in the GDL 49’s Status Fields
receive queue waiting to be sent to the 400/500 Series unit.

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SAT ID/CONNECTIVITY

MESSAGE CAUSE
“Data link has failed” There is an internal disconnect in the GDL
49.
“Searching...” No satellite is currently in view.
“Satellite in view” Found satellite but have not yet identified
it.
“Linked to sat” Can exchange data with the satellite.
“_ _ _” RS-232 communication with the
GDL 49 has been lost, or unknown
connectivity status received from the GDL
49.

(All fields dashed invalid indicates communication problem)

SATCOM OPERATION

This field indicates the current activity being performed by the satellite communicator within the GDL 49.
The following are possible messages that can be displayed, including interpretations of the most common
ones:

MESSAGE CAUSE
“Idle” Waiting to perform the next task.
“Sending message” Transmitting a message to the
satellite.
“Sending request” Transmitting a request to the satellite.
“Receiving message” Receiving a response from the
satellite.
“_ _ _” Unknown task is being performed, or
RS-232 communication with the GDL
49 has been lost.

(All fields dashed invalid indicates communication problem)

SATCOM SER NUM

Installed within the GDL 49 unit itself is a device known as a Subscriber Communicator. This is the VHF
transceiver that receives and transmits data to the satellite system. Garmin provides this serial number to
Echo Flight during the manufacturing process and is therefore not listed on the GDL 49 unit. Should you
ever need the SC serial number it has been placed here for reference.

GDL SW

This number represents the software load the unit is currently operating under.

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5.4.3 Data Link Operation
Ensure that the customer has established the Echo Flight service activation, (See section 1.1). If this has
not been completed, the GDL 49 will not be able to transmit a request and receive data from the satellite.

On the Data Link Status page note the display for the SAT ID/CONNECTIVITY. It should display a
number for the satellite that is being received and the statement “Linked to sat”. There should be no RX
or TX messages in the queue, and the SATCOM OPERATION field should be “Idle”.

5.4.4 Transmit/Receive Testing

To fully test the system, transmit and receive capability, perform
the following to request a METAR text message. The Textual
METAR provides a coded message describing the weather
conditions at a selected airport.

Go to the Data Link page, follow the steps given in section 5.4.1.

1. From the Data Link page select “Metar Request”. To Figure 5-4
highlight Metar Request, press the center of the lower right Data Link Page – Metar
knob, (this turns on the cursor). Turn the small knob until Request
Metar Request is highlighted as shown in Figure 5-4. Press
the ENT key to accept the selection. This takes you to the
METAR REQUEST page.

2. The cursor will be located in the FORMAT field (Figure 5-

5). Turn the small right knob and select Textual and press
ENT. After pressing ENT the cursor moves to the
CENTER field. Press ENT to select From ID. Figure 5-5
METAR REQUEST Page
3. The cursor moves to the WPT field. Turn the small right
knob to display the WAYPOINT INFORMATION box.
The first character will be shown as a “K” (Figure 5-6). Use
the small right knob to change the characters and the large
right knob to change the character position. Place the airport
of your choice in this field. You must always start with a
“K” to designate United States airports, which may provide
METAR information.

Figure 5-6
WAYPOINT INFORMATION

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Upon entering the last character of a known airport, press ENT to
accept the airport and bring you back to the METAR REQUEST
page with the cursor in the AUTO REQ field. Rotate the large
right knob to place the cursor on Manual Send? Press ENT and
“Manual Send?” will change momentarily to “Message Queued”
(Figure 5-7).

4. The GDL 49 transmits the request, which is returned in three to

seven minutes. This process can be viewed on the DATA
Figure 5-7
LINK STATUS page. When the data has returned the
Manual Send?
“MSG” light will flash in the lower left portion of the display.
Press MSG to bring up the messages page. The message
“New textual METAR received” should be displayed on the
page. Press MSG again to return to the Data Link Status
page.

5. To view the Textual Metar go back to the Data Link page,

Figure 5-4, and highlight Textual Metar. Press ENT to display
the received data (Figure 5-8).
Figure 5-8
If the text exceeds the size of the METAR window, a scroll bar TEXTUAL METAR
will appear to the right of the window. Move the cursor to the
METAR window, and turn the inner right knob to scroll through the
METAR text.

This end-to-end test confirms that the installation is proper and the
system is operating correctly.

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5.5 TROUBLESHOOTING A FAULTY RS-232 LINK
Verify that the displayed status is “- - -”. If the message “Data Link is not responding” is displayed, there
may be an RS-232 wiring problem between the GDL 49 and the 400/500 Series unit. Check that the
channel the GDL 49 is wired to is the same one that was configured in section 5.2. Check the wiring to
ensure that the installed wires have not been crossed, and/or are shorting to ground. Another cause could
be a faulty GDL 49.

5.5.1 GDL Interface

The following is a block diagram of the overall Data Link system architecture:

The above block diagram may be useful to troubleshoot the Data Link system. If the equipment in the
aircraft is working properly but no weather data is being received call Echo Flight to insure service has
been established and their system is in operation.

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APPENDIX A. CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS

A.1 Continued Airworthiness

This section provides assistance to the installing agency in preparing Instructions for Continued
Airworthiness (ICA) in response to Bulletin Number HBAW 98-18, “Checklist for Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness for Major Alterations Approved Under the Field Approval Process”, effective
10/7/98.

Aviation Authority approved installers are hereby granted permission to reference appropriate service
instructions and excerpts from this Installation Manual to accomplish the Instructions for Continued
Airworthiness. This permission does not construe suitability of the documents. It is the applicant’s
responsibility to determine the suitability of the documents for the ICA.

Following is a suggested ICA for a Garmin GDL 49 installation. Some of the checklist items do not apply,
in which case they should be marked “N/A” (Not Applicable). In this sample, square braces are used to
indicate instances where explicit text should be substituted.

Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Garmin GDL 49

1. Introduction
[Aircraft that has been altered: Registration (N-) number, Make, Model and Serial Number]

Content, Scope,
Purpose and Arrangement:
Applicability:
Definitions and Abbreviations: None, N/A.
Precautions:
Units of Measurement:
Referenced Publications:
This document identifies the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
for the modification of the above aircraft by installation of a Garmin
GDL 49.
Applies to aircraft altered by installation of the Garmin GDL 49.
None, N/A.
None, N/A.
Garmin GDL 49 Installation Manual, P/N 190-00231-00
Garmin STC #SA01073WI
Garmin GDL 49 Sample Flight Manual Supplement,
P/N 190-00231-08
Garmin 400/500 Series Garmin Display Interfaces Pilot’s Guide
Addendum, P/N 190-00140-13 (Please see note on page 3-1)

Distribution: This document should be a permanent aircraft record.

2. Description of the Alteration

Garmin GDL 49 Installation Manual, P/N 190-00231-00.

3. Control, Operation Information

Refer to the 400/500 Series Garmin Display Interfaces Pilot’s Guide Addendum,
P/N 190-00140-13. (Please see note on page 3-1)

4. Servicing Information
Unit is to be factory-serviced only by Garmin.

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5. Maintenance Instructions
N/A
6. Troubleshooting Information
N/A

7. Removal and Replacement Information

Refer to sections 2 and 3 of the GDL 49 Installation Manual. If the unit is removed and reinstalled, a
functional check of the equipment should be conducted in accordance with section 5 of the GDL 49
Installation Manual.

8. Diagrams
Refer to sections 3 and 4 of the GDL 49 Installation Manual.

9. Special Inspection Requirements

N/A

10. Application of Protective Treatments

N/A

11. Data: Relative to Structural Fasteners

Unit installation, removal and replacement should be in accordance with applicable provisions of AC
43.13-1B and 43.13-2A.

12. Special Tools

N/A

13. This Section is for Commuter Category Aircraft Only

A. Electrical loads: Refer to section 1.3.2 of the GDL 49 Installation Manual.
B. Methods of balancing flight controls: N/A.
C. Identification of primary and secondary structures: N/A.
D. Special repair methods applicable to the airplane: N/A.

14. Overhaul Period

No additional overhaul time limitations.

15. Airworthiness Limitation Section

N/A

16. Revision
To revise this ICA, a letter must be submitted to the local FSDO with a copy of the revised FAA
Form 337, and revised ICA. The FAA inspector accepts the change by signing Block 3 and including
the following statement:

“The attached revised/new Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (date ______) for the above
aircraft or component major alteration have been accepted by the FAA, superseding the Instructions
for Continued Airworthiness (date ______).”

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17. Assistance
Flight Standards Inspectors have the resources to respond to questions regarding the ICA.

18. Implementation and Record Keeping

For major alterations performed in accordance with FAA field approval policy, the owner/operator
operating under Part 91 is responsible for ensuring that the ICA is made part of the applicable section
91.409 inspection program for their aircraft. This is accomplished when a maintenance entry is made
in the aircraft’s maintenance record in accordance with section 43.9. This entry records the major
alteration and identifies the original ICA location (e.g., Block 8 of FAA Form 337, dated ______)
along with a statement that the ICA is now part of the aircraft’s inspection/maintenance requirements.

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A.2 Environmental Qualification Form

NOMENCLATURE: GDL 49 Satellite Data Link Transceiver

TYPE/MODEL/PART NO.: 010-00248-( ), which includes the 011-00729-00 unit.

TSO/JTSO COMPLIANCE: N/A
MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATION AND/OR OTHER APPLICABLE SPECIFICATION:
004-00109-00
MANUFACTURER: Garmin International, Inc.
ADDRESS: 1200 E. 151st Street
Olathe, Kansas 66062

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NOTE: The following information provides examples only. It is not intended to be a comprehensive
listing of all test conditions.

Conditions DO-160D Description of Conducted Tests

Section
Temperature and Altitude 4.0 Equipment tested to Categories A2 & D1 except as noted
Low Temperature 4.5.1 -40ºC operating
High Temperature 4.5.2. & (+70ºC operating)
4.5.3
In-flight Loss of Cooling 4.5.4 No test performed, cooling air not required
Altitude 4.6.1 55,000 feet
Decompression 4.6.2
Overpressure 4.6.3 (-15,000 feet)
Temperature Variation 5.0 Equipment tested to Category B
Humidity 6.0 Equipment tested to Category A
Shock 7.0 Equipment tested to Category B
Vibration 8.0 Equipment tested in each aircraft type to aircraft zone 2.
Aircraft Type 2 and 6 tested to Category S2, Vibration levels
B2. Aircraft Type 3, 4, and 5 tested to Category S, Vibration
level M.

Note: Vibration level M modified to increase level to

RTCA/DO-160C Curve N for Helicopters as follows-0.1
inches peak-to-peak double amplitude from 5Hz to 17Hz.
1.3g-Pk from 17Hz to 500Hz.
Explosion 9.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Waterproofness 10.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Fluids Susceptibility 11.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Sand and Dust 12.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Fungus 13.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Salt Spray 14.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Magnetic Effect 15.0 Equipment tested is Class Z
Power Input 16.0 Equipment tested to Category BZ
Voltage Spike 17.0 Equipment tested to Category A
Audio Frequency 18.0 Equipment tested to Category Z
Susceptibility
Induced Signal 19.0 Equipment tested to Category A
Susceptibility
Radio Frequency 20.0 Equipment tested to Category T
Susceptibility
Radio Frequency 21.0 Equipment tested to Category L
Emission
Lightning Induced 22.0 Equipment identified as Category XXXX, no test performed
Transient Susc.
Lightning Direct Effects 23.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed
Icing 24.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test performed

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B.1 STC PERMISSION

Consistent with N8110.69 or Order 8110.4, Aviation Authority approved installers are hereby granted
permission to use STC #SA01073WI (see page B-2) data to modify aircraft.

B.2 PMA APPROVAL

The GDL 49 has received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) #PQ3742CE-D.

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