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Garmin GPS 155XL Installation Manual

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GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL

Installation Manual

190-00067-22
February, 2008
Revision F

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  • Page 1: Installation Manual

    GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual 190-00067-22 February, 2008 Revision F...
  • Page 2 Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual and of any revision to this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and...
  • Page 3 Therefore, this manual may not be used to test or repair the subject equipment unless the using facility has been specifically authorized by Garmin to do so. This manual does not need to be kept current if used only for reference purposes.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Miscellaneous Options ........................3-2 Required Installation Accessories Not Supplied .................3-3 Antenna Installation ........................3-3 Cable Installation.........................3-4 Rack Installation..........................3-5 GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation And Removal ..............3-6 3.10 J101 & J102 Pin Functions......................3-7 3.11 Comm Antenna Installation Check (GNC 300XL) ..............3-8 POST-INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION & CHECKOUT PROCEDURE......4-1 Introduction ..........................4-1...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS PARAGRAPH PAGE APPENDIX A CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS..............A-1 General ............................A-1 Environmental Qualification Form—GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL ..........A-1 Environmental Qualification Form—GA 56 GPS Aviation Antenna ........A-3 APPENDIX B CONNECTOR CHANGES................B-1 Remote Battery Pin Assignments ....................B-1 APPENDIX C STC PERMISSION................... C-1 GPS 155XL ..........................
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  • Page 7: General Description

    1.2 Technical Characteristics The conditions and tests required for TSO C129a approval of the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of the agency installing this system either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards.
  • Page 8 1.2.3 Interfaces The GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL provides an interface to various general aviation instruments. Table 3-2 defines the function of each pin on the 37-pin DSUB connector located at the back of the rack. Table 3-3 lists the function of each pin in the 26-pin HD-DSUB connector (J102) located above the 37-pin connector at the back of the rack.
  • Page 9 (Pins 14-24) Remote Enter Input, when ground, functions the same as the enter key on the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL front panel. (Pin 26) Sequence Hold Low Input, when grounded, activates HOLD mode. See GPS 155XL Pilot’s Guide (GPN 190-00067-20) or the GNC...

  • Page 10: License Requirements

    Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 Regulations. The FCC requires Garmin to inform users that these units meet the more stringent requirements "For Home or Office Use".

  • Page 11: Certification

    The GNC 300XL/GPS 155XL is certified for IFR enroute, terminal, and non-precision approaches. The GNC 300XL/GPS 155XL initial certification was accomplished via an STC by Garmin in a Piper PA32 aircraft. See Appendix C for a copy of the STCs.

  • Page 12: Limited Warranty

    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.

  • Page 13: Installation

    2.2 Antenna Considerations 2.2.1 GPS Antenna Location The GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL GA 56 Antenna must be mounted on top of the aircraft. For best performance, select a location with an unobstructed view of the sky above the aircraft when in level flight.

  • Page 14: Gps Antenna Installation Considerations

    GPS section. However, placement of the GNC 300XL GPS antenna relative to a COMM and COMM antenna, including its own, is critical. Figure 2-1. GPS Antenna Installation Considerations Use the following guidelines, in addition to others in this document, when locating the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL and its antenna(s). •...

  • Page 15: Rack Considerations

    GNC 300XL COMM antenna cable, and routing near aircraft control cables. Cabling for the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL should not be routed near components or cabling which are sources of electrical noise. Do not route the GNC 300XL COMM antenna cable near any ADF antenna cables.

  • Page 16: Minimum Installation Requirements

    The following is a list of required devices for A1 and A2 certification. For a specific list of equipment used in the initial STC, see GPN 190-00067-26 for the GPS 155XL and GPN 190-00067-36 for the GNC 300XL. Deviations from this equipment should be approved by the FAA or the governing organization.

  • Page 17: Installation Procedure

    Self-locking Nut (4 ea.) • Connector, (JI and J2) Kit, P/N 011-00313-00 • Sample Flight Manual Supplement, Garmin GPS 155XL, P/N 190-00067-24 • Sample Flight Manual Supplement, Garmin GNC 300XL, P/N 190-00067-34 • Pilot’s Guide, Garmin GPS 155XL, P/N 190-00067-20 •...

  • Page 18: Data Base Options

    PC KIT 010-10075-00 GPS 155XL PILOT’S GUIDE 190-00067-20 GPS 155XL QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 190-00067-21 GPS 155XL IN PIPER PA32 DOCUMENTED INSTALLATION 190-00067-26 GNC 300XL PILOT’S GUIDE 190-00067-30 GNC 300XL QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 190-00067-31 GNC 300XL IN PIPER PA32 DOCUMENTED INSTALLATION 190-00067-36 GPS 1.57542 GHz NOTCH FILTER (GNC 300XL ONLY)

  • Page 19: Required Installation Accessories Not Supplied

    Do not use construction grade RTV sealant or sealants containing acetic acid. These sealants may damage the electrical connections to the antenna. Use of these types sealants may void the antenna warranty. GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page 3-3 190-00067-22...

  • Page 20: Cable Installation

    Notes regarding the table: 1. Insert/Extract 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. Alternate contacts for 18 AWG wire: As an alternate to the Positronic contacts listed (and provided in the install kit), the installer may use contacts made by ITT Cannon as follows: •...

  • Page 21: Rack Installation

    6.320" x 2.000" hole in the instrument panel. Exercise caution when installing the rack into the instrument panel. The rack is designed to facilitate removal of the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL for portable use. Deformation of the rack may make it difficult to install and remove the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL.

  • Page 22: Gps 155Xl/Gnc 300Xl Installation And Removal

    GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL 1. The GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL is installed in the rack by gently sliding it straight in until it rests against the back of the rack. A 3/32-inch hex drive tool is then inserted into the access hole at the bottom of the unit face.

  • Page 23: J101 & J102 Pin Functions

    ARINC 429 OUT A RS232 IN 1 RS232 IN 2 RS232 OUT 2 MESSAGE ANNUN AIRCRAFT POWER (14 VDC GNC 300XL) (14-28 VDC GPS 155XL) GROUND OBI SYNC RS232 OUT 1 AIRCRAFT POWER (14 VDC GNC 300XL) (14-28 VDC GPS 155XL)

  • Page 24: Comm Antenna Installation Check (Gnc 300Xl)

    Any problem with the antenna installation will most likely be seen as a high reflected power. A VSWR of 3:1 will result in a 25% loss in power. Page 3-8 GPS 155XL/GNC300 XL Installation Manual Revision F 190-00067-22...

  • Page 25: Post-Installation Configuration & Checkout Procedure

    TEST MODE OPERATIONS With power applied to the aviation rack and the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL unit turned off, depress and hold the ENT key and turn the unit on (release the ENT key when the display activates). The first page displayed is the Display Test Page.
  • Page 26 For more information on the display setting, see the display contrast and mode set page and the backlight set page described in the Pilot’s Guide (P/N 190-00067-20 for the GPS 155XL and P/N 190-00067-30 for the GNC 300XL).
  • Page 27 Collins Pro Line 2 EFIS connected (w/ GAMA) King EFS 40/50 King Radio EFIS 40 or 50 connected (w/ GAMA) w/o GAMA labels Any unit that receives standard 429 output GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page 4-3 190-00067-22 Revision F...
  • Page 28 The following is a list of labels output by the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL: Navigation/Position Data: Label (octal) Description Selected course Desired track Bearing to waypoint Cross track error Horizontal command (to autopilot) Distance to go Time to go Present position latitude...
  • Page 29 Select the test page displaying the selected course input. Using an extremely accurate input source, input 150° to the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL. The input course will indicate close to 150 and a "Calib?" field will appear in the lower right corner. Selecting the "Calib?" field will calibrate the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL to match the input source.
  • Page 30 Low Battery—Selectable between 8.0 volts and 9.6 volts by 0.2 volt steps NOTE In normal operating modes, the "Battery Low" message will be issued when the battery voltage is below the low battery value. The default value is 9.0 volts. Page 4-6 GPS 155XL/GNC300 XL Installation Manual Revision F 190-00067-22...
  • Page 31 NOTE This page is not found in the Test Pages but is included here to aid installation. For more information, see SET pages in the Pilot's Guide (GPN 190-00067-20 for the GPS 155XL or 190- 00067-30 for the GNC 300XL).

  • Page 32: Ground Test

    Display Test page. See Section 4.2 to find out how to get to this page. 4.4.1 Power Test Select the Power Test page. This page reports the status of the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL external power source, remote battery, and internal memory battery. During the power test, "voltage" represents the voltage currently measured for that function.
  • Page 33 4.4.2 CDI and Flag Test Select the CDI Test Page. Using the controls on the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL front panel, make the selections indicated below and verify the interfaces as appropriate: Setting Description max left Ensure the CDI is deflected maximum scale left (10 dots)
  • Page 34 1. Press GPS Appr and verify the "appr" field changes from off to on. 2. Press GPS Sequence and verify the "hold" field changes from off to on. 3. Press Remote Enter and verify the “remote ent” field changes from off to on (GPS 155XL). Page 4-10...
  • Page 35 4.4.7 OBI Test Select the OBI Test Page. Using the controls on the GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL front panel, make the selections indicated below and verify the interfaces as appropriate:...

  • Page 36: Vhf Comm Interference Check

    COMM receiver sensitivity by increasing the squelch threshold. If possible, verify the communications capability on both the high and low end of the VHF COMM band. Page 4-12 GPS 155XL/GNC300 XL Installation Manual Revision F 190-00067-22...

  • Page 37: Continued Airworthiness

    ICA. Following is a suggested ICA for a Garmin GPS 155XL or GNC 300XL 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 words should be substituted (e.g.,...
  • Page 38 Refer to the [GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL] Pilot’s Guide. 4. Servicing Information 5. Maintenance Instructions Maintenance of the [GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL] is ‘on condition’ only. Periodic maintenance is not required. Refer to the [GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL] Maintenance Manual. 6. Troubleshooting Information Refer to the [GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL] Maintenance Manual.
  • Page 39 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. GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page 5-3 190-00067-22...
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  • Page 41: Aappendix A Certification Documents

    A APPENDIX A CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS GENERAL This section contains the environmental qualification form for the Garmin GPS 155XL, GNC 300XL, and GA 56 GPS Antenna. The connector changes and STCs are also included. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM—GPS 155XL and GNC 300XL...
  • Page 42 NOTE The following information provides examples only. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all test conditions. Information is applicable to both the GPS 155XL and the GNC 300XL. SECTION DESCRIPTION OF CONDUCTED TESTS CONDITIONS Temperature and Altitude...

  • Page 43: Environmental Qualification Form-Ga 56 Gps Aviation Antenna

    011-00134-00 (Stud Mount) Type/Model/ Part No. 011-00147-00 (Flange Mount) C129 Class A (1) Manufacturer’s Specification and/or other applicable 004-00015-00 specification Manufacturer Garmin International 1200 E. 151st St, Olathe, Kansas Address 66062 GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page A-3 190-00067-22 Revision F...
  • Page 44 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required Susceptibility Lightning Direct Effects Test 23.0 Equipment identified as Category 2A, no test required Icing 24.0 Equipment identified as Category C, no test required Other Tests: Remarks: Page A-4 GPS 155XL/GNC300 XL Installation Manual Revision F 190-00067-22...

  • Page 45: Bappendix B Connector Changes

    S/N 33050055 And Up Remote Batt. Pins Sockets Mating Plug Sockets Pins Function Contact Number Contact Number Battery + Battery + Charge Enable Aircraft Power Aircraft Power No Connection No Connection Ground Ground GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page B-1 190-00067-22 Revision F...
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  • Page 47: Cappendix C Stc Permission

    STC # SA00639WI data to modify aircraft. GNC 300XL Consistent with N8110.69 or Order 8110.4, Aviation Authority approved installers are hereby granted permission to use STC # SA00640WI data to modify aircraft. GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page C-1 190-00067-22 Revision F...
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  • Page 49 GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page C-3 190-00067-22 Revision F...
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  • Page 51: Appendix Doutline And Installation Drawings

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-1. GA 56 Antenna Installation Drawing GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-1 (Page D-2 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 52: Aviation Rack Dimensions

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-2. Aviation Rack Dimensions GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-3 (Page D-4 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 53: Aviation Rack Installation

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-3. Aviation Rack Installation GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-5 (Page D-6 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 54: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Remote Battery And Encoding Altimeter Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-4. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Remote Battery and Encoding Altimeter Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-7 (Page D-8 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 55: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Navigation Indicator Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-5. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Navigation Indicator Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-9 (Page D-10 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 56: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Bendix/King Ki 209A Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-6. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Bendix/King KI 209A Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-11 (Page D-12 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 57: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Switch Annunciator Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-7. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Switch Annunciator Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-13 (Page D-14 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 58: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Optional Accessory Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-8. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Optional Accessory Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-15 (Page D-16 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

  • Page 59: Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Audio Connections

    APPENDIX D OUTLINE AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS Figure D-9. Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Audio Connections GPS 155XL/GNC 300XL Installation Manual Page D-17 (Page D-18 Blank) 190-00067-22 Revision F...

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