Garmin GDL® 82 Installation guide

190-01810-00 March 2018 Revision 5

GDL 82 TSO

Installation Manual

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Record of Revisions

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Record of Revisions

Current Revision Change Description

Manual Layout

The aim of this installation manual is to provide clear and concise guidance in a layout designed to follow the logical

order of a typical GDL 82 installation.

REVISION REVISION DATE CHANGE DESCRIPTION

1 09/19/2017 Initial Release.

2 10/12/2017 Updated software and CLD part numbers.

3 12/08/2017 Updated ADS-B In receiver descriptions.

4 01/17/2018 Updated figure 5-1 J821 connector.

5 03/08/2018

Updated PC requirements, USB cable length, and discrete input

information.

SECTION CHANGE DESCRIPTION

7.1

Updated required Windows operating system.

Added USB cable length requirement.

8.1.2 Updated name of switch and discrete input.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

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WARNING

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WARNING

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL – SPECIAL HANDLING MAY APPLY. REFER TO

WWW.DTSC.CA.GOV/HAZARDOUSWASTE/PERCHLORATE.

CAUTION

TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE GDL 82 UNIT, TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT ELECTRO-STATIC

DISCHARGE (ESD) WHEN HANDLING THE UNIT, CONNECTORS, AND ASSOCIATED WIRING. ESD

DAMAGE CAN BE PREVENTED BY TOUCHING AN OBJECT THAT IS OF THE SAME ELECTRICAL

POTENTIAL AS THE GDL 82 UNIT BEFORE HANDLING THE GDL 82 ITSELF.

NOTE

All screen shots used in this document are current at the time of publication. Screen shots are intended

to provide visual reference only. All information depicted in screen shots, including software file names,

versions, and part numbers, is subject to change and may not be up to date.

WARNING

A WARNING MEANS INJURY OR DEATH IS POSSIBLE.

CAUTION

A CAUTION MEANS THAT DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT IS POSSIBLE.

NOTE

A note provides additional information.

Acronyms and Initialisms

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Acronyms and Initialisms

A

ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast

AFMS Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement

AGC Automatic Gain Control

API Appliance Project Identifier

C

CFR Code of Federal Regulation

D

DAL Design Assurance Level

DME Distance Measuring Equipment

E

EAR Export Administration Regulations

EASA European Aviation Safety Agency

EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service

ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter

EQF Environmental Qualification Form

ETSO European Technical Standard Order

F

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

FAR Federal Aviation Regulation

FCC Federal Communications Commission

FMS Flight Manual Supplement

G

GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System

GPS Global Positioning System

H

HDOP Horizontal Dilution of Precision

HPL Horizontal Protection Level

HFOM Horizontal Figure of Merit

I

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization

L

LAT Latitude

LON Longitude

LRU Line Replaceable Unit

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N

NAS National Airspace System

P

POH Pilot Operating Handbook

PVT Position, Velocity, and Time

R

RFMS Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplement

S

SATCOM Satellite Communications

SBAS Satellite-Based Augmentation System

T

TAS Traffic Advisory System

TCAS Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

TNC Threaded Neill-Concelman

TSO Technical Standard Order

U

UAT Universal Access Transceiver

UHF Ultra-High Frequency

USB Universal Serial Bus

UTC Universal Time Coordinated

V

VDOP Vertical Dilution of Precision

VFOM Vertical Figure of Merit

VHF Very High Frequency

VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

W

WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System

Table of Contents

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Manual Layout ...........................................................................................................................................ii

Acronyms and Initialisms ...........................................................................................................................iv

1 TSO & System Information ........................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Certification ........................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Reference Documents ............................................................................................................................ 1-4

1.3 System Limitations ................................................................................................................................. 1-5

2 System Specification and Functionality ...................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 System Functionality ............................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Unit Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 2-2

2.3 System Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 2-5

3 Installation Materials .................................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 GDL 82 Materials ................................................................................................................................... 3-2

3.2 Optional Accessories .............................................................................................................................. 3-3

3.3 Materials Required but not Supplied ....................................................................................................... 3-3

3.4 Special Tools .......................................................................................................................................... 3-4

4 Installation Planning and Considerations ................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1 Installation Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.2 Pre-Installation Transponder Check ......................................................................................................... 4-2

4.3 GDL 82 External Sensors and Devices ..................................................................................................... 4-3

4.4 Antenna Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.5 Antenna Considerations ......................................................................................................................... 4-6

4.6 Interference Considerations .................................................................................................................... 4-9

5 Connector Pinouts ......................................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 J821 Connector ..................................................................................................................................... 5-2

5.2 Functional Descriptions .......................................................................................................................... 5-3

6 Installation Procedures ................................................................................................................................. 6-1

6.1 Cabling and Wiring General Instructions ................................................................................................. 6-1

6.2 Coaxial Cable Installation ....................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.3 Unit Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 6-7

6.4 Antenna Installation and Connections .................................................................................................... 6-8

7 System Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 7-1

7.1 GDL 8X Install Tool ................................................................................................................................. 7-2

7.2 Diagnostics ............................................................................................................................................ 7-4

7.3 Configuration ...................................................................................................................................... 7-10

7.4 Software Loading Instructions .............................................................................................................. 7-13

8 System Checkout ........................................................................................................................................... 8-1

8.1 Ground Checks ...................................................................................................................................... 8-2

8.2 Documentation Checks .......................................................................................................................... 8-4

9 Mechanical Drawings ................................................................................................................................... 9-1

10 Interconnect Drawings ............................................................................................................................... 10-1

List of Figures

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Figure 2-1 System Interfaces ............................................................................................................................. 2-5

Figure 4-1 L-Band Antenna Placement .............................................................................................................. 4-6

Figure 4-2 Fixed Wing GPS Antenna Mounting Considerations ......................................................................... 4-8

Figure 4-3 Rotorcraft GPS Antenna Mounting Considerations ........................................................................... 4-8

Figure 5-1 J821 Connector ............................................................................................................................... 5-2

Figure 6-1 Shield Termination ........................................................................................................................... 6-2

Figure 6-2 Insulation to Pin/Socket Clearance ................................................................................................... 6-3

Figure 6-3 Jackscrew Backshell Assembly .......................................................................................................... 6-5

Figure 6-4 GPS Antenna Ground Plane ............................................................................................................. 6-8

Figure 7-1 USB-A and USB-B Connectors .......................................................................................................... 7-2

Figure 7-2 GDL 8X Install Tool Selection Page ................................................................................................... 7-2

Figure 7-3 Tool Tip Example ............................................................................................................................. 7-3

Figure 7-4 Unit Information Page ...................................................................................................................... 7-4

Figure 7-5 Discretes Page ................................................................................................................................. 7-5

Figure 7-6 GPS Page ......................................................................................................................................... 7-6

Figure 7-7 GPS Sat Status Page ......................................................................................................................... 7-7

Figure 7-8 ADS-B Page ..................................................................................................................................... 7-8

Figure 7-9 Faults Page ...................................................................................................................................... 7-9

Figure 7-10 Assert Log Page ............................................................................................................................... 7-9

Figure 7-11 System Page .................................................................................................................................. 7-10

Figure 7-12 Upload Software Page ................................................................................................................... 7-13

Figure 9-1 GDL 82 Dimensions and Center of Gravity ....................................................................................... 9-1

Figure 10-1 Typical Installation ......................................................................................................................... 10-2

List of Tables

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Table 1-1 TSO Authorization................................................................................................................................. 1-2

Table 1-2 Applicable P/Ns ..................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Table 1-3 System Functions................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Table 1-4 TSO Deviations ...................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Table 1-5 FCC and IC IDs ...................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Table 1-6 Garmin Reference Documents ............................................................................................................... 1-4

Table 1-7 Industry Reference Documents .............................................................................................................. 1-4

Table 2-1 GDL 82 Physical Specifications............................................................................................................... 2-2

Table 2-2 GDL 82 Power Specifications ................................................................................................................. 2-2

Table 2-3 GPS/SBAS Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 2-3

Table 2-4 978 MHz UAT Specifications ................................................................................................................. 2-3

Table 2-5 1030 MHz Transmitter Specifications..................................................................................................... 2-4

Table 2-6 1090 MHz Receiver Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2-4

Table 2-7 GDL 82 Interface Summary.................................................................................................................... 2-5

Table 3-1 GDL Part Numbers................................................................................................................................. 3-2

Table 3-2 Installation Materials included in Standard Kit........................................................................................ 3-2

Table 3-3 Socket Contact Part Numbers................................................................................................................ 3-2

Table 3-4 GA 35 Antenna Garmin P/N 013-002035-00......................................................................................... 3-2

Table 3-5 Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................................. 3-3

Table 3-6 Recommended Crimp Tools................................................................................................................... 3-4

Table 4-1 Pre-Installation Check ........................................................................................................................... 4-2

Table 4-2 Acceptable L-Band Antennas................................................................................................................. 4-4

Table 4-3 Acceptable GPS/SBAS Antennas ............................................................................................................ 4-5

Table 5-1 J821 Connector..................................................................................................................................... 5-2

Table 5-2 Power ................................................................................................................................................... 5-3

Table 5-3 Antennas .............................................................................................................................................. 5-3

Table 5-4 RS-232 .................................................................................................................................................. 5-4

Table 5-5 Discrete Inputs ...................................................................................................................................... 5-4

Table 5-6 Discrete Outputs ................................................................................................................................... 5-4

Table 5-7 Fault Alert Functions.............................................................................................................................. 5-5

Table 5-8 Time Mark Inputs .................................................................................................................................. 5-5

Table 6-1 Coaxial Cable Specifications .................................................................................................................. 6-6

Table 6-2 Typical Cable Connector Loss ................................................................................................................ 6-7

Table 6-3 Acceptable GPS dB Loss ........................................................................................................................ 6-7

Table 7-1 Emitter Categories............................................................................................................................... 7-10

Table 7-2 Squat Switch Selections....................................................................................................................... 7-11

Table 7-3 GPS Source ......................................................................................................................................... 7-11

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1 TSO & System Information

1.1 Certification................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Reference Documents.................................................................................................................................... 1-4

1.2.1 Environmental Qualification Form............................................................................................................ 1-4

1.2.2 Continued Airworthiness......................................................................................................................... 1-4

1.2.3 License Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1-5

1.3 System Limitations ......................................................................................................................................... 1-5

1.1 Certification

This installation manual provides mechanical and electrical information necessary to install the GDL 82. It is not

equivalent to an approved airframe-specific maintenance manual, installation design drawing, or installation data

package. The content of this manual assumes use by competent and qualified personnel using standard maintenance

procedures in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation and other related accepted procedures.

The conditions and tests required for approval of this article are minimum performance standards. Those installing this

article either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft installation conditions are

within the standards which include any accepted integrated functions not specified by the standards. TSO articles,

articles approved with 14 CFR part 21.8(d), and any accepted integrated function(s) not specified in the standard must

have separate approval for installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only according to 14 CFR part 43 or

the applicable airworthiness requirements. This is an incomplete system intended to provide the functions identified in,

and when installed according to the installation manual.

The Appliance Project Identifier (API) for the GDL 82 is GMN-01560. The API has been used for project identification

with the FAA.

It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure the ADS-B Out system is compliant with 14 CFR 91.227 and to ensure

compatibility between the GDL 82 and the ADS-B Out position source equipment. Refer to Garmin ADS-B Out

Compatible Equipment, for compatible equipment shown to be eligible for 14 CFR 91.227-compliant installations in

accordance with AC 20-165B.

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Table 1-1 TSO Authorization

Table 1-2 Applicable P/Ns

Table 1-3 System Functions

[1] GPS/SBAS is only used internally for UAT.

[2] GPS ASIC developed to DO-178B level B equivalent process.

GDL 82

GDL 82 W/

GPS/SBAS

FUNCTION

TSO/ETSO/

SAE/RTCA/

EUROCAE

CLASS/TYPE

X

Airborne Navigation Sensors Using the Global Position

System (GPS) Augmented by the Satellite Based

Augmentation System (SBAS)

TSO-C145d

DO-229D

B2

XX

Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) Automatic

Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipment

Operating on Frequency of 978 MHz

TSO-C154c

DO-282B

B1S

DESCRIPTION P/NS

System Software 006-B2343-00 through -0( )

GPS/SBAS Software 006-B1827-00 through -0( )

CLD/FPGA 006-C0177-22 through -2( )

GPS/WAAS ASIC 590-00039-02 through -0( )

SYSTEM FUNCTION DO-178B DAL DO-254 DAL

GPS/SBAS [1]

BB [2]

UAT Transmission

BC

Transponder Self-Interrogation

BC

L-Band Suppression

N/A C

System Failure Annunciation

BN/A

Anonymous Mode

BC

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Table 1-4 TSO Deviations

Table 1-5 FCC and IC IDs

TSO DEVIATION

TSO-C145d

1. Garmin was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-229D Section 2.1.1.10 to use GPS

antennas that meet Garmin minimum performance specifications instead of DO-301

qualified antennas.

TSO-C154c

1. Garmin was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B paragraph 2.2.4.5.2.5.1.e that

specifies the use of only ground speed in determining the Vertical Status of light

aircraft.

2. Garmin was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section 2.2.4.5.4.15 to not

provide installers with a configuration option to enable or disable Call Sign

Identification (CSID) Logic.

3. Garmin was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section 2.2.12 to not provide a

suppression bus output.

4. Garmin was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section 2.2.7.1a Table 2-63

Line 15 to not accept barometric vertical rate input.

MODEL FCC ID IC ID

GDL 82 IPH-02929 N/A

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1.2 Reference Documents

Table 1-6 Garmin Reference Documents

Table 1-7 Industry Reference Documents

1.2.1 Environmental Qualification Form

It is the responsibility of the installing agency to obtain the EQF necessary for the GDL 82. The environmental form is

available on the

Dealer Resource Center and flyGarmin.com.

1.2.2 Continued Airworthiness

Maintenance of the GDL 82 is “on condition” only. For regulatory periodic functional checks, refer to the approved

aircraft maintenance manuals or manual supplements. Test according to 14 CFR §91.411, 91.413, and Part 43

Appendix F. The aircraft must be returned to service in a means acceptable to the appropriate aviation authority.

DOCUMENT P/N

14 CFR 91.227 Garmin ADS-B Out Compatible Equipment 190-01533-00

GA 35, GA 36, GA 37 Antenna Installation Instructions 190-00848-00

GDL 82 Environmental Qualification Form 005-01008-20

GDL 82 Pilot Quick Start Guide 190-01810-13

DOCUMENT P/N

Airworthiness Approval of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast

OUT Systems

AC 20-165B

Airworthiness Approval of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)

Equipment

AC 20-138D

Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection and

Repair

AC 43.13-1B

Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations AC 43.13-2B

Radio Specifications Standard 102 RSS-102

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1.2.3 License Requirements

CAUTION

THE TRANSMITTER IN THIS EQUIPMENT IS GUARANTEED TO MEET FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS

COMMISSION ACCEPTANCE OVER THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE. MODIFICATIONS NOT

EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY GARMIN COULD INVALIDATE THE LICENSE AND MAKE IT UNLAWFUL TO

OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

The Telecommunications Act of 1996, effective February 8, 1996, provides the FCC discretion to eliminate radio station

license requirements for aircraft and ships. GDL 82 installations must comply with current transmitter licensing

requirements. In the US, to find out the specific details on whether a particular installation is exempt from licensing,

please visit the FCC website

http://wireless.fcc.gov/aviation. If an aircraft license is required, submit an application for a

license on FCC form 404. To provide forms by fax the FCC also has a fax-on-demand service. Outside the US, contact

the responsible telecommunication authority. The GDL 82 owner accepts all responsibility for obtaining the proper

licensing before using the transceiver. The maximum transmitting power, modulation identification, and frequency

band information may be required for licensing and are detailed in

section 2.2.

1.3 System Limitations

L-Band Antenna

The GDL 82 transmitter is limited to using antennas meeting the requirements as specified in section 4.4.1.

GPS/SBAS Antenna

The GDL 82 internal GPS/SBAS receiver is required to use one of the GPS/SBAS antennas listed in section 4.4.2.

Mode S Transponder

The GDL 82 should not be installed with a Mode S transponder.

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2.1 System Functionality ...................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.1 Anonymous Mode................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Unit Specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 2-2

2.3 System Interface ............................................................................................................................................ 2-5

2.1 System Functionality

The GDL 82 is a remote-mounted unit that contains a 978 MHz transmitter, a 1090 MHz receiver, and a 1030 MHz

transmitter. This unit transmits ownship Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data through the UAT

data link. It interrogates connected transponders for Mode 3/A squawk code, IDENT status, and pressure altitude. The

GDL 82 with GPS/SBAS includes an internal GPS/SBAS receiver. This receiver allows the unit to function as its own

position source for the ADS-B Out message, when an approved position source interface is not installed. Operation of

the GDL 82 with internal GPS/SBAS receiver depends on the performance of the GPS/SBAS antenna.

The GDL 82 Series consists of the following variations:

 GDL 82

 GDL 82 with GPS/SBAS

2.1.1 Anonymous Mode

In anonymous mode, the GDL 82 transmits a temporary address instead of the aircraft’s assigned ICAO address code,

and a temporary Flight ID.

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2.2 Unit Specifications

Table 2-1 GDL 82 Physical Specifications

[1] UAT is restricted to 18,000 feet.

Table 2-2 GDL 82 Power Specifications

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS

Width 3.39 in (85.98 mm)

Height 1.48 in (37.49 mm)

Depth (unit only) 7.99 in (202.90 mm)

GDL 82 weight (unit only) 0.90 lbs (0.41 kg)

GDL 82 weight (installed with connectors) 0.99 lbs (0.45 kg)

GDL 82 with GPS/SBAS weight (unit only) 1.13 lbs (0.51 kg)

GDL 82 with GPS/SBAS weight (installed with connectors) 1.22 lbs (0.55 kg)

Connector kit weight 0.09 lbs (0.04 kg)

Operating temperature range -45°C to +70°C

Humidity 95% at 65°C

Maximum pressure altitude [1] 55,000 ft

Input Voltage range 9 to 33 VDC

UNIT

14 VOLT CURRENT DRAW 28 VOLT CURRENT DRAW

TYPICAL MAXIMUM TYPICAL MAXIMUM

GDL 82 0.35 A 0.4 A 0.20 A 0.25 A

GDL 82 with GPS/SBAS 0.45 A 0.5 A 0.25 A 0.30 A

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Table 2-3 GPS/SBAS Specifications

Table 2-4 978 MHz UAT Specifications

[1] As measured at the ANT RF connector.

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS

Number of channels 15 (12 GPS and 3 GPS/SBAS)

Frequency 1575.42 MHz L1, C/A code

Sensitivity

(acquisition, no interference)

-134.5 dBm GPS

-135.5 dBm SBAS

Sensitivity (drop lock) -144 dBm

LAT/LON position accuracy <1.25 meter RMS horizontal, <2 meter vertical, with SBAS

Velocity 1165 knots (600 meters/second) maximum

TTFF (Time To First Fix) 2:20 min. typical with current almanac and position

Reacquisition 10 seconds typical

Position update interval 0.2 sec (5 Hz)

Time mark ±275 Nsec of UTC second

Datum WGS-84

SATCOM compatibility Dependent upon antenna selection

Antenna power supply

35 mA typical, 40 mA max at 4.7 VDC +

0.1 VDC nominal,

minimum 4.3 VDC with 60 mA load

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS [1]

Frequency 978.00 MHz

Transmit power 40 W (+46 dBm)

Frequency tolerance +

20 PPM

Modulation

Continuous phase FSK, h = 0.6, raised cosine

shaping, a = 0.5

Data rate 1.04 Mbps

99% power bandwidth 1.3 MHz

60 dB bandwidth 3.3 MHz (estimated)

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Table 2-5 1030 MHz Transmitter Specifications

[1] As measured at the XPDR RF connector.

Table 2-6 1090 MHz Receiver Specifications

[1] As measured at the XPDR RF connector.

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS [1]

Frequency 1030 MHz

Transmit power -53 dBm

Frequency tolerance +

20 kHz

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS [1]

Frequency 1090 MHz

Frequency tolerance +

5 MHz

Modulation Binary pulse-position

Data rate 1 Mbps

Sensitivity +25 dBm for 90% MSR

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2.3 System Interface

For interconnect details, refer to section 10.

GPS Antenna

GPS Source

Bottom L-Band Antenna

(GDL 82 with GPS only)

OR

Discrete

Failure

Annunciator

Power/Ground

Transponder

RS-232

USB

PC Config

Tool

Coax

OPTIONAL

Discrete

Anonymous

Mode Switch

Discrete

Squat/WOW

Switch

GDL 82

GPS Time Mark

Coax

Figure 2-1 System Interfaces

Table 2-7 GDL 82 Interface Summary

INTERFACE QUANTITY

RS-232 1

Discrete active low inputs 2

Discrete active low output 1

External GPS time mark input 1

USB data port (for configuration and checkout through PC) 1

Installation Materials

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3 Installation Materials

3.1 GDL 82 Materials........................................................................................................................................... 3-2

3.2 Optional Accessories...................................................................................................................................... 3-3

3.3 Materials Required but not Supplied .............................................................................................................. 3-3

3.4 Special Tools.................................................................................................................................................. 3-4

3.4.1 Milliohm Meter ....................................................................................................................................... 3-4

3.4.2 Crimp Tool.............................................................................................................................................. 3-4

3.4.3 Test Equipment ....................................................................................................................................... 3-4

This section describes hardware equipment required for GDL 82 installations. Installation should follow the aircraft

TC or STC requirements. The installing agency fabricates the wire harness to fit each aircraft. For retro-fit installations,

AC 43.13-1B and AC 43.13-2B guidance may be useful.

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