Garmin Gps Antennas - Garmin G3X Installation Manual

6.2 Garmin GPS Antennas

If using a Garmin GA 26C or GA 26XM, refer to the accompanying installation instructions
(190-00082-00 or 190-00522-03). For GA 55/55A, or GA 56 or GA 57X antennas, refer to this section
and the drawings in Appendix C.
Garmin recommends the antennas shown in Tables 6-2 and 6-4. However, any equivalent GPS or XM
antenna that meets the specifications listed in Tables 6-3 and 6-5 should work with the G3X.
Part
Model
Number
GA 26C 011-00149-04
GA 56 011-00134-00
GA 57X 011-01032-10
Characteristics
Frequency Range
Gain
Noise Figure
Nominal Output Impedance
Supply Voltage
Supply Current
Output Connector
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Table 6-2. GPS Antennas
Description
GPS Antenna
GPS Antenna
GPS/XM Antenna
Table 6-3. GPS Antenna Minimum Requirements
Weight Mounting Configuration
Flange, Magnetic, or Suction
NA Cup Mount (for in-cabin
mounting)
Stud mount (Tear-drop form
0.24 lbs (0.11 kg)
factor)
Thru-mount (ARINC 743 style
0.47 lbs (0.21 kg)
mount)
Specifications
1565 to 1585 MHz
16 to 25 dB typical, 40dB max.
<4.00 dB
50 ohms
4.5 to 5.5 VDC
up to 50 mA
BNC
G3X Installation Manual – Antennas
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