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Garmin GDL 82 User Manual

Garmin GDL 82
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190-01810-00 March 2018 Revision 5
GDL 82 TSO
Installation Manual

Table of Contents

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Garmin GDL 82 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryTransceiver
Frequency978 MHz
MountingPanel mount
InterfacesRS-232
GPS SourceInternal GPS
ComplianceFAA TSO-C154c

Summary

TSO and System Information

Certification

Details TSO certification requirements and standards for the GDL 82.

Reference Documents

Lists Garmin and industry documents relevant to the GDL 82 installation.

System Limitations

Outlines restrictions and limitations for the GDL 82's operation and installation.

System Specification and Functionality

System Functionality

Describes the GDL 82's function as a 978 MHz transmitter and 1090 MHz receiver.

Unit Specifications

Details the physical dimensions, weight, power requirements, and environmental specs.

System Interface

Illustrates the GDL 82's connections to other aircraft systems and tools.

Installation Materials

GDL 82 Materials

Lists part numbers for the GDL 82 unit and its variants.

Optional Accessories

Details optional accessories such as annunciators and filters.

Materials Required but not Supplied

Lists essential items needed for installation that are not included with the unit.

Special Tools

Lists specialized tools required for building the harness and installation.

Installation Planning and Considerations

Installation Requirements

Outlines the minimum components and systems required for installation.

Pre-Installation Transponder Check

Describes how to test the existing transponder system before installing the GDL 82.

GDL 82 External Sensors and Devices

Lists compatible external GPS/SBAS data sources for the GDL 82.

Antenna Requirements

Specifies requirements for L-Band and GPS antennas, including specifications.

Antenna Considerations

Provides guidance on optimal mounting locations for L-Band and GPS antennas.

Interference Considerations

Discusses potential interference sources and methods to eliminate them.

Connector Pinouts

J821 Connector

Provides a detailed pinout diagram and description for the J821 connector.

Functional Descriptions

Describes the function of various inputs/outputs, including power, antennas, and discretes.

Installation Procedures

Cabling and Wiring General Instructions

Provides general instructions and cautions for cabling and wiring the GDL 82.

Coaxial Cable Installation

Details the installation of coaxial cables, including specifications and connector types.

Unit Installation

Describes how to physically mount the GDL 82 unit in the aircraft.

Antenna Installation and Connections

Guides the installation and connection of GPS/SBAS antennas.

System Configuration

GDL 8X Install Tool

Introduces the GDL 8X Install Tool and its requirements for configuration.

Diagnostics

Details how to use the diagnostics pages to check unit information and status.

Configuration

Explains how to configure aircraft, transponder, GPS, and ADS-B settings.

Software Loading Instructions

Provides instructions for loading software and firmware onto the GDL 82.

System Checkout

Ground Checks

Outlines procedures for performing ground checks, including GPS and transponder tests.

Interface Checks

Verifies communication between the GDL 82 and interfaced equipment.

Documentation Checks

Covers checks related to documentation, such as flight manual supplements.

Mechanical Drawings

Interconnect Drawings

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