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GTX 327 INSTALLATION MANUAL

GARMIN Corporation

1200 E. 151st Street

Olathe, KS 66062

Dwg. Number 190-00187-02 Rev. 1

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1200 E. 151

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Telephone: 913-397-8200

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION................................................................................................................. 1

1.1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 1

1.2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................1

1.3 INTERFACE SUMMARY...................................................................................................................1

1.4 GTX 327 TRANSPONDER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................ 2

1.5 EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE ...............................................................................................................2

1.6 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES...................................................................................................... 3

1.7 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED........................................................................................ 3

1.8 INSTALLATION APPROVAL........................................................................................................... 3

1.9 LIMITED WARRANTY...................................................................................................................... 4

2. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................5

2.1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 5

2.2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT............................................................................. 5

2.3 ANTENNA INSTALLATION............................................................................................................. 5

2.3.1 Location Considerations ........................................................................................................... 5

2.3.2 Antenna Installation .................................................................................................................. 5

2.3.3 Antenna Cable Installation........................................................................................................ 6

2.3.4 Antenna Cable Connectors........................................................................................................ 6

2.4 GTX 327 INSTALLATION................................................................................................................. 8

2.5 COOLING AIR..................................................................................................................................... 8

2.6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS......................................................................................................... 8

3 POST INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION & CHECKOUT PROCEDURE ............................... 10

3.1 AIRCRAFT STATION LICENSING REQUIREMENTS................................................................. 10

3.2 OPERATION...................................................................................................................................... 10

3.2.1 Function Selection Switch ...................................................................................................... 11

3.2.2 Code Selection ........................................................................................................................ 12

3.2.3 Configuration Pages................................................................................................................13

APPENDIX A. CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS................................................................................... 14

A.1 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS....................................................................................................14

A.2 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM..............................................................................15

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APPENDIX B. ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS........................................................ 17

B-1 GTX 327 OUTLINE DRAWING ......................................................................................................18

B-2 GTX 327 CONNECTOR/RACK KIT ASSEMBLY DRAWING.....................................................19

B-3 GTX 327 INTERCONNECT WIRING DIAGRAM.......................................................................... 20

B-4 DUAL TXP INTERCONNECT WIRING DIAGRAM,

ENCODING ALTITUDE CONNECTIONS...................................................................................... 21

APPENDIX C. STC PERMISSION........................................................................................................... 22

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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This manual provides the installation and operating instructions for the GARMIN GTX 327 Digital Display Transponder system. Information pertaining to the maintenance, alignment, and procurement of replacement parts is found in the GTX 327 Maintenance Manual, P/N 190-00187-05.

1.2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

The GARMIN GTX 327 is a panel-mounted transponder with the addition of timing functions. The transponder is a radio transmitter and receiver that operates on radar frequencies, receiving ground radar interrogations at 1030 MHz and transmitting a coded response of pulses to ground-based radar on a frequency of 1090 MHz.

As with other Mode A/Mode C transponders, the GTX 327 replies with any one of 4,096 codes, which differ in the position and number of pulses transmitted. By replying to ground transmissions, the GTX 327 enables ATC to display aircraft identification, altitude and groundspeed on ATC radar screens. The GTX 327 is equipped with IDENT capability that activates the Special Position Identification (SPI) pulse for 18 seconds.

The GTX 327 is configured with all key controls. The layout of the front panel keys and displays segregates

the transponder’s primary functions from the secondary timing functions. The unit can be configured so the aircraft avionics master bus can turn the unit on.

1.3 INTERFACE SUMMARY

The GTX 327 provides the following interface connections via the rear connector:

• Ten (10) encoding altimeter inputs.

• External IDENT input.

• External STBY input.

• External suppression pulse input.

• Switched power output of up to 1.5 amps (for digital altitude encoder power).

• Aircraft power input (11 to 33 volts).

• Aircraft dimming buss input voltage.

• Aircraft master switch turn-on option.

• Serial

altitude input.

altitude output.

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1.4 GTX 327 TRANSPONDER SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION CHARACTERISTIC

TSO, JTSO C74c Class 1A TSO ENV CAT Refer to appendix A Applicable Documents FAA TSO C74c; RTCA DO-160C Temperature Range

GTX 327 Unit Weight 1.60 lbs. GTX 327 Rack Weight 0.64 lbs. Power Requirements 11.0 to 33.0 Vdc; Max Power Input: 12 Wat t s Humidity

Altitude 50,000 Feet Transmitter Frequency 1090 MHz Transmitter Power 125 Watts minimum, 150 Watts nominal at the unit antenna

Receiver Frequency 1030 MHz Receiver Sensitivity - 72dBm Nominal for 90% replies Mode A Capability 4096 Identification Codes Mode C Capability 100 Foot Increments from -1000 t o 63,000 feet External Suppression Input

-20°C to +55°C (Continuous Operation)

95% @ +55°C for 16 Hours; 85% @ +38°C for 32 Hours

port

Low ≤ 0.5V; High ≥ 8V

1.5 EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE

ITEM GARMIN P/N

GARMIN GTX 327 Transponder 010-00188-00 GARMIN GTX 327 Transponder, includes GARMI N i nst allation kit,

P/N 010-10216-00 GARMIN GTX 327 Install at i on kit 010-10216-00 GARMIN GTX 327 Antenna kit 010-10160-00

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1.6 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

The following installation accessories are available:

• GARMIN GTX 327 Installation Kit, P/N 010-10216-00 containing Connector/Rack Kit,

P/N 011-00338-00 (see figure B-2 for connector/rack kit assembly drawing).

• GARMIN GTX 327 Antenna Kit, P/N 010-10160-00. Note: A transponder antenna approved to TSO

C66( ) or C74( ) that has been installed to meet the requirements of this manual may be approved for use with the GTX 327.

1.7 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• Antenna Sealant - Use antenna manufacturer’s instructions, install according to FAA AC 43.13-2A.

• Cables - The installer will supply all system cables. Cable requirements and fabrication is detailed in

Section 2 of this manual.

• Hardware - #6 Flat Head Screw (6 ea.) and #6-32 Self-Locking Nut (6 ea.). Hardware required to

mount installation rack is not provided.

• Encoding Altitude Digitizer - Use encoding altimeter manufacturer’s instructions, install according to

FAA AC 43.13-2A.

1.8 INSTALLATION APPROVAL

The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of the GTX 327 Transponder and antenna are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this transponder and antenna either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation standards are within the TSO standards. The GTX 327 and antenna may be installed only if further evaluation by the applicant documents an acceptable installation and is approved by the administrator. For GTX 327 TSO compliance, see Appendix A. For antenna TSO compliance, refer to antenna manufacturer’s literature.

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1.9 LIMITED WARRANTY

GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.

THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

To obtain warranty service, call the GARMIN Customer Service department (913-397-8200) for a returned merchandise tracking number. The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station. A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. 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.

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