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Garmin GIA 63
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190-00303-05 December, 2012 Revision Y
GIA 63
Installation Manual
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Summary

Record of Revisions

Export Control Laws Information

Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Limited Warranty

General Description

Introduction

Overview of the manual's purpose and intended audience.

Equipment Description

Details the GIA 63(X) LRU and its sub-assemblies.

Interface Summary

Lists primary and additional interfaces of the GIA 63(X).

Technical Specifications

Covers environmental, physical, and general operating specifications.

License Requirements

Details FCC licensing and regulatory requirements for the VHF transmitter.

Certification

Lists the certifications and qualifications for the GIA 63(X) system.

GIA 63 TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63.

GIA 63 TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists deviations granted for GIA 63 TSO/ETSO compliance.

GIA 63 W TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63W.

GIA 63 W TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists deviations granted for GIA 63W TSO/ETSO compliance.

GIA 63 W Updated NAV;COM TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details TSO/ETSO compliance for updated GIA 63W NAV/COM.

GIA 63 H TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63H.

GIA 63 W Updated NAV;COM and GIA 63 H TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists TSO/ETSO deviations for GIA 63W/63H updated NAV/COM.

GIA 63 W with Enhanced COM TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details TSO/ETSO compliance for GIA 63W with Enhanced COM.

GIA 63 W with Enhanced COM TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists TSO/ETSO deviations for GIA 63W with Enhanced COM.

AFM;RFM;AFMS;RFMS;POH Considerations

Considerations for AFM/RFM/AFMS/RFMS/POH related to TSO deviations.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H GPS Software Versions 2.40 or Earlier

Limitations for GIA 63W/63H installations with older GPS software.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H GPS Software Versions 3.2 or Later

Guidance for developing approved AFM/RFM for newer GPS software.

Garmin GNSS (GPS;SBAS) Navigation System Equipment Approvals

Approvals for Garmin GNSS navigation systems.

Garmin GNSS (GPS;SBAS) Navigation System Limitations

Lists limitations for Garmin GNSS navigation systems.

Other Regulatory Criteria (GIA 63)

Lists other regulatory criteria applicable to the GIA 63.

Other Regulatory Criteria (GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H)

Lists other regulatory criteria applicable to GIA 63W/63H.

Reference Documents

Lists other publications for additional installation information.

Installation Overview

Introduction

Provides overview of installation hardware, related components, and practices.

Unit Configurations

Lists the available GIA 63(X) part numbers and their configurations.

Required Accessories

Lists accessories provided separately from the GIA 63(X).

Additional Equipment Required

Specifies additional equipment needed for installation.

Required Antenna for the GIA 63

Specifies antenna requirements for the non-WAAS GIA 63.

Required WAAS Antennas for the GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H

Lists TSO-C144 antennas for GIA 63W/63H to meet TSO-C145a.

Installation Considerations

Discusses factors affecting installation and system performance.

Antenna Considerations

Discusses FAA approval and substantiation for antenna installations.

GPS Antenna Location

Guidance on selecting optimal mounting locations for GPS antennas.

Com Antenna Location

Guidelines for mounting COM antennas and spacing requirements.

VOR;LOC Antenna Location

Recommendations for mounting VOR/LOC antennas.

Glideslope Antenna Location

Recommendations for mounting Glideslope antennas.

Electrical Bonding

Information on electrical bonding requirements for antennas.

VHF COM;GPS Interference

Discusses potential interference issues and mitigation.

Rack Considerations

Optimal location for mounting racks to avoid heat generation.

Cabling and Wiring

Guidance on wire gauge, routing, and coaxial cable usage.

Cooling Air

Recommendations for ensuring adequate cooling for the equipment.

GIA 63 Minimum Installation Requirements

Lists minimum installation requirements for GIA 63.

Pressure Altitude Device

Describes the device that provides pressure altitude data to the GIA 63.

Manual Course Device

Details the device for manual course selection for VOR/GPS receivers.

HSI;CDI Indicator or GDU

Explains the function of the HSI/CDI indicator or GDU display.

Qualified GPS Antenna

Specifies requirements for GPS antennas based on DO-160C.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H Minimum Installation Requirements

Lists minimum installation requirements for GIA 63W/63H.

Manual Course Device

Details the device for manual course selection for GIA 63W/63H.

GDU PFD;MFD

Describes the GDU display for navigation and course selection.

Qualified GPS Antenna

Refers to section 2.1.3.2 for approved antenna lists.

Mounting Requirements

Covers general mounting requirements for the unit.

Mounting Limitations

Specifies locations to avoid for mounting due to fluid contamination.

Modular Rack Considerations

Details assembly and mounting of the GIA 63(W) modular rack.

Remote Mounted Stand-Alone Rack Considerations

Details considerations for mounting the stand-alone rack.

Installation Procedure

Unpacking Unit

Instructions for carefully unpacking and inspecting the equipment for damage.

Wiring Harness Installation

Covers cable installation, connectors, and recommended tools.

Antenna Installation

Follow manufacturer instructions for COM, VOR/LOC, and Glideslope antennas.

Cable Installation

Procedures for routing and installing coaxial cables and connectors.

Backshell Assembly

Details assembly of backshell connectors and grounding systems.

Unit Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the GIA 63(W) and GIA 63H units.

Post Installation Configuration & Checkout

Procedures for system configuration and checkout using the GDU.

Continued Airworthiness

Maintenance requirements for power interrupt categories.

Category A Long Term Power Interrupt Annual Inspection

Detailed procedure for the annual inspection.

System Interconnects

Pin Function List

Provides a list of pin functions for various connectors.

P601 (COM) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P601 COM connector.

P602 (VOR;ILS) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P602 VOR/ILS connector.

P603 (Main Serial) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P603 Main Serial connector.

P604 (Main Discrete) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P604 Main Discrete connector.

P605 (I;O 1) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P605 (I/O 1) connector.

P606 (I;O 2) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P606 (I/O 2) connector.

Power and Antennas

Covers power input requirements and antenna connections.

Power Functions

Details power input requirements and functions.

Aircraft Power

Details aircraft power input requirements and connections.

Remote On;Off

Details the remote on/off function.

Antennas

Lists antenna connection pins.

GIA System ID Program

Explains the GIA system ID programming method.

Serial Data

Covers serial data communication interfaces.

RS-232

Electrical characteristics and pinout for RS-232 serial data.

RS-485;422

Details RS-485/422 serial data communication interfaces.

ARINC 429

Details ARINC 429 communication interfaces.

Can Bus

Describes the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus.

Ethernet HSDB

Describes the Ethernet High Speed Data Bus (HSDB).

Discrete I;O

Details the discrete input/output signals and their characteristics.

COM;VOR;ILS;Digital Audio

Covers COM, VOR, ILS, and Digital Audio functions.

COM;VOR;ILS;Digital Audio Function and Emergency Mode

Describes COM/VOR/ILS functions and emergency modes.

Com;VOR;ILS;DIGITAL Audio Electrical Characteristics

Provides electrical characteristics for audio interfaces.

Com Mic Key

Electrical characteristics for the COM microphone key input.

Com Mic Audio

Electrical characteristics for COM microphone audio input.

Com;VOR;ILS Audio

Electrical characteristics for COM/VOR/ILS audio outputs.

Digital Audio

Details digital audio interface capabilities.

Discrete Inputs

Details discrete input signals and their characteristics.

Marker Beacon

Describes marker beacon inputs.

VOR;ILS Indicator

Covers VOR/ILS indicator functions and characteristics.

VOR;ILS Indicator Function

Describes the VOR/ILS indicator display functions.

VOR;ILS Indicator Electrical Characteristics

Provides electrical characteristics for VOR/ILS indicator outputs.

Superflags

Electrical characteristics for superflag outputs.

Deviation

Electrical characteristics for deviation outputs.

To;From

Electrical characteristics for To/From indications.

Flag

Electrical characteristics for flag indications.

OBS

Details OBS outputs and characteristics.

VOR;LOC Composite

Electrical characteristics for VOR/LOC composite outputs.

Glideslope Composite

Electrical characteristics for Glideslope composite outputs.

ILS Energize

Details the ILS Energize output.

RMI;OBI

Covers RMI/OBI functions and characteristics.

RMI;OBI Function

Describes the RMI/OBI function and data stream indications.

RMI;OBI Electrical Characteristics

Electrical characteristics for RMI/OBI outputs.

DME Tuning and ADF

Covers DME tuning and ADF interface.

DME Tuning Function

Explains how the GIA 63(X) channels a DME.

DME Interface and ADF Electrical Characteristics

Details DME and ADF electrical characteristics.

Parallel DME Tuning

Electrical characteristics for parallel DME tuning outputs.

King Serial DME Interface

Details the King Serial DME interface.

Automatic Direction Finder Inputs

Details Automatic Direction Finder inputs.

Auto Pilot

Covers Auto Pilot system integration.

Flight Instruments

Details AFCS inputs from flight instruments.

Analog Roll Steering

Output proportional to aircraft roll command from GPS navigation.

Heading Datum

Outputs heading datum information to AFCS.

Course Datum

Outputs course datum information to AFCS.

Main Deviation Outputs

Main lateral and vertical deviation and flag outputs.

Remote Annunciate Data Bus

Details the remote annunciate data bus interface.

Appendix A: GIA 63 Main Boot Block Uploading Instructions

Introduction

Introduction to upgrading the GIA 63 main boot block software.

Determining Current Boot Block

Procedure to check the current boot block version on the GIA 63.

Loading Boot Block Version 4.01

Steps to load boot block version 4.01 onto the GIA 63.

Loading GIA Main Software

Instructions for loading GIA main software if it was cancelled.

Appendix B: Outline and Installation Drawings

Appendix C: Interconnect Drawings

Summary

Record of Revisions

Export Control Laws Information

Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Limited Warranty

General Description

Introduction

Overview of the manual's purpose and intended audience.

Equipment Description

Details the GIA 63(X) LRU and its sub-assemblies.

Interface Summary

Lists primary and additional interfaces of the GIA 63(X).

Technical Specifications

Covers environmental, physical, and general operating specifications.

License Requirements

Details FCC licensing and regulatory requirements for the VHF transmitter.

Certification

Lists the certifications and qualifications for the GIA 63(X) system.

GIA 63 TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63.

GIA 63 TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists deviations granted for GIA 63 TSO/ETSO compliance.

GIA 63 W TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63W.

GIA 63 W TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists deviations granted for GIA 63W TSO/ETSO compliance.

GIA 63 W Updated NAV;COM TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details TSO/ETSO compliance for updated GIA 63W NAV/COM.

GIA 63 H TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details the TSO/ETSO compliance for the GIA 63H.

GIA 63 W Updated NAV;COM and GIA 63 H TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists TSO/ETSO deviations for GIA 63W/63H updated NAV/COM.

GIA 63 W with Enhanced COM TSO;ETSO Compliance

Details TSO/ETSO compliance for GIA 63W with Enhanced COM.

GIA 63 W with Enhanced COM TSO;ETSO Deviations

Lists TSO/ETSO deviations for GIA 63W with Enhanced COM.

AFM;RFM;AFMS;RFMS;POH Considerations

Considerations for AFM/RFM/AFMS/RFMS/POH related to TSO deviations.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H GPS Software Versions 2.40 or Earlier

Limitations for GIA 63W/63H installations with older GPS software.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H GPS Software Versions 3.2 or Later

Guidance for developing approved AFM/RFM for newer GPS software.

Garmin GNSS (GPS;SBAS) Navigation System Equipment Approvals

Approvals for Garmin GNSS navigation systems.

Garmin GNSS (GPS;SBAS) Navigation System Limitations

Lists limitations for Garmin GNSS navigation systems.

Other Regulatory Criteria (GIA 63)

Lists other regulatory criteria applicable to the GIA 63.

Other Regulatory Criteria (GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H)

Lists other regulatory criteria applicable to GIA 63W/63H.

Reference Documents

Lists other publications for additional installation information.

Installation Overview

Introduction

Provides overview of installation hardware, related components, and practices.

Unit Configurations

Lists the available GIA 63(X) part numbers and their configurations.

Required Accessories

Lists accessories provided separately from the GIA 63(X).

Additional Equipment Required

Specifies additional equipment needed for installation.

Required Antenna for the GIA 63

Specifies antenna requirements for the non-WAAS GIA 63.

Required WAAS Antennas for the GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H

Lists TSO-C144 antennas for GIA 63W/63H to meet TSO-C145a.

Installation Considerations

Discusses factors affecting installation and system performance.

Antenna Considerations

Discusses FAA approval and substantiation for antenna installations.

GPS Antenna Location

Guidance on selecting optimal mounting locations for GPS antennas.

Com Antenna Location

Guidelines for mounting COM antennas and spacing requirements.

VOR;LOC Antenna Location

Recommendations for mounting VOR/LOC antennas.

Glideslope Antenna Location

Recommendations for mounting Glideslope antennas.

Electrical Bonding

Information on electrical bonding requirements for antennas.

VHF COM;GPS Interference

Discusses potential interference issues and mitigation.

Rack Considerations

Optimal location for mounting racks to avoid heat generation.

Cabling and Wiring

Guidance on wire gauge, routing, and coaxial cable usage.

Cooling Air

Recommendations for ensuring adequate cooling for the equipment.

GIA 63 Minimum Installation Requirements

Lists minimum installation requirements for GIA 63.

Pressure Altitude Device

Describes the device that provides pressure altitude data to the GIA 63.

Manual Course Device

Details the device for manual course selection for VOR/GPS receivers.

HSI;CDI Indicator or GDU

Explains the function of the HSI/CDI indicator or GDU display.

Qualified GPS Antenna

Specifies requirements for GPS antennas based on DO-160C.

GIA 63 W and GIA 63 H Minimum Installation Requirements

Lists minimum installation requirements for GIA 63W/63H.

Manual Course Device

Details the device for manual course selection for GIA 63W/63H.

GDU PFD;MFD

Describes the GDU display for navigation and course selection.

Qualified GPS Antenna

Refers to section 2.1.3.2 for approved antenna lists.

Mounting Requirements

Covers general mounting requirements for the unit.

Mounting Limitations

Specifies locations to avoid for mounting due to fluid contamination.

Modular Rack Considerations

Details assembly and mounting of the GIA 63(W) modular rack.

Remote Mounted Stand-Alone Rack Considerations

Details considerations for mounting the stand-alone rack.

Installation Procedure

Unpacking Unit

Instructions for carefully unpacking and inspecting the equipment for damage.

Wiring Harness Installation

Covers cable installation, connectors, and recommended tools.

Antenna Installation

Follow manufacturer instructions for COM, VOR/LOC, and Glideslope antennas.

Cable Installation

Procedures for routing and installing coaxial cables and connectors.

Backshell Assembly

Details assembly of backshell connectors and grounding systems.

Unit Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the GIA 63(W) and GIA 63H units.

Post Installation Configuration & Checkout

Procedures for system configuration and checkout using the GDU.

Continued Airworthiness

Maintenance requirements for power interrupt categories.

Category A Long Term Power Interrupt Annual Inspection

Detailed procedure for the annual inspection.

System Interconnects

Pin Function List

Provides a list of pin functions for various connectors.

P601 (COM) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P601 COM connector.

P602 (VOR;ILS) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P602 VOR/ILS connector.

P603 (Main Serial) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P603 Main Serial connector.

P604 (Main Discrete) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P604 Main Discrete connector.

P605 (I;O 1) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P605 (I/O 1) connector.

P606 (I;O 2) Pin List

Lists the pin functions for the P606 (I/O 2) connector.

Power and Antennas

Covers power input requirements and antenna connections.

Power Functions

Details power input requirements and functions.

Aircraft Power

Details aircraft power input requirements and connections.

Remote On;Off

Details the remote on/off function.

Antennas

Lists antenna connection pins.

GIA System ID Program

Explains the GIA system ID programming method.

Serial Data

Covers serial data communication interfaces.

RS-232

Electrical characteristics and pinout for RS-232 serial data.

RS-485;422

Details RS-485/422 serial data communication interfaces.

ARINC 429

Details ARINC 429 communication interfaces.

Can Bus

Describes the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus.

Ethernet HSDB

Describes the Ethernet High Speed Data Bus (HSDB).

Discrete I;O

Details the discrete input/output signals and their characteristics.

COM;VOR;ILS;Digital Audio

Covers COM, VOR, ILS, and Digital Audio functions.

COM;VOR;ILS;Digital Audio Function and Emergency Mode

Describes COM/VOR/ILS functions and emergency modes.

Com;VOR;ILS;DIGITAL Audio Electrical Characteristics

Provides electrical characteristics for audio interfaces.

Com Mic Key

Electrical characteristics for the COM microphone key input.

Com Mic Audio

Electrical characteristics for COM microphone audio input.

Com;VOR;ILS Audio

Electrical characteristics for COM/VOR/ILS audio outputs.

Digital Audio

Details digital audio interface capabilities.

Discrete Inputs

Details discrete input signals and their characteristics.

Marker Beacon

Describes marker beacon inputs.

VOR;ILS Indicator

Covers VOR/ILS indicator functions and characteristics.

VOR;ILS Indicator Function

Describes the VOR/ILS indicator display functions.

VOR;ILS Indicator Electrical Characteristics

Provides electrical characteristics for VOR/ILS indicator outputs.

Superflags

Electrical characteristics for superflag outputs.

Deviation

Electrical characteristics for deviation outputs.

To;From

Electrical characteristics for To/From indications.

Flag

Electrical characteristics for flag indications.

OBS

Details OBS outputs and characteristics.

VOR;LOC Composite

Electrical characteristics for VOR/LOC composite outputs.

Glideslope Composite

Electrical characteristics for Glideslope composite outputs.

ILS Energize

Details the ILS Energize output.

RMI;OBI

Covers RMI/OBI functions and characteristics.

RMI;OBI Function

Describes the RMI/OBI function and data stream indications.

RMI;OBI Electrical Characteristics

Electrical characteristics for RMI/OBI outputs.

DME Tuning and ADF

Covers DME tuning and ADF interface.

DME Tuning Function

Explains how the GIA 63(X) channels a DME.

DME Interface and ADF Electrical Characteristics

Details DME and ADF electrical characteristics.

Parallel DME Tuning

Electrical characteristics for parallel DME tuning outputs.

King Serial DME Interface

Details the King Serial DME interface.

Automatic Direction Finder Inputs

Details Automatic Direction Finder inputs.

Auto Pilot

Covers Auto Pilot system integration.

Flight Instruments

Details AFCS inputs from flight instruments.

Analog Roll Steering

Output proportional to aircraft roll command from GPS navigation.

Heading Datum

Outputs heading datum information to AFCS.

Course Datum

Outputs course datum information to AFCS.

Main Deviation Outputs

Main lateral and vertical deviation and flag outputs.

Remote Annunciate Data Bus

Details the remote annunciate data bus interface.

Appendix A: GIA 63 Main Boot Block Uploading Instructions

Introduction

Introduction to upgrading the GIA 63 main boot block software.

Determining Current Boot Block

Procedure to check the current boot block version on the GIA 63.

Loading Boot Block Version 4.01

Steps to load boot block version 4.01 onto the GIA 63.

Loading GIA Main Software

Instructions for loading GIA main software if it was cancelled.

Appendix B: Outline and Installation Drawings

Appendix C: Interconnect Drawings

Garmin GIA 63 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGarmin
ModelGIA 63
CategoryAvionics Display
LanguageEnglish

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