Gns 500W Series Maintenance Manual

GNS 500W SERIES
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
GPS 500W and GNS 530W/530AW/TAWS
(GNS 530W Shown)
190-00357-05 April 2008 Rev. A

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WARNING
Observe all safety regulations at all times. Do not replace components
inside the unit when potentially lethal voltages are present. Turn off
system power before making or breaking electrical connections.
Regard any exposed connector, terminal board, or circuit board as a
possible shock hazard. Components which retain a charge shall be
discharged only when such grounding does not result in equipment
damage. If a test connection to energized equipment is required, make
the test equipment ground connection before probing the voltage or
signal to be tested. Do not reach into or enter any enclosure for the
purpose of servicing or adjusting the equipment without immediate
presence or assistance of another person capable of rendering aid.
WARNING
This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with
Californiaʹs Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like
additional information, refer to the Garmin web site at
www.garmin.com/prop65.

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2410 of the Export Administration Act of 1979.

NOTE
The lens is coated with a special anti‐reflective coating that is very
sensitive to skin oils, waxes and abrasive cleaners. Cleaners
containing ammonia will harm the anti‐reflective coating. It is very
important to clean the lens using a clean, lint‐free cloth and an
eyeglass lens cleaner that is specified as safe for anti‐reflective
coatings.

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NOTE
All GNS 500W series units contains static sensitive devices. Proper
precautions must be taken to prevent damage to the unit caused by
ESD. Troubleshooting, testing, assembly and disassembly should only
be performed at an approved ESD workstation.

DOCUMENT PAGINATION
Section Pagination
Table of Contents i to viii
Section 1 1-1 to 1-2
Appendix A A-1 to A-8
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SERVICE BULLETIN HISTORY

The following table identifies hardware service bulletins for the GNS 500W series of
units. The table below is subject to change without notice. Authorized Garmin Sales and
Service Centers are encouraged to access the most up‐to‐date bulletin and advisory
information on the Garmin Dealer Resource web site at www.garmin.com using their
Garmin‐provided user name and password. Mod Level changes are listed with the
associated service bulletin number, service bulletin date, and the purpose of the bulletin
in the table below.
Bulletin # Date of Publication Name/Summary/MOD Level

740 11/29/07 400W / 500W Series Unit’s software upgrade to
Main Software version 3.00 & GPS. There was no
mod level change associated with this upgrade.
628 1/17/08 NAV Software Version 5.02 for the GNS

430W/530W Series Units. There was no mod level
change associated with this upgrade.
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This manual provides board‐level maintenance information for the GNS 500W models
listed in the table below.
MODEL PART NUMBER COLOR

GPS 500W 011-01062-00 BLACK
011-01062-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01062-40 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01062-50 GRAY
GPS 500W (TAWS) 011-01063-00 BLACK
011-01063-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01063-40 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01063-50 GRAY
GNS 530W 011-01064-00 BLACK
011-01064-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01064-40 BLACK
28 VDC UPGRADE UNIT 011-01064-45 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01064-50 GRAY
GNS 530W (TAWS) 011-01065-00 BLACK
011-01065-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01065-40 BLACK
28 VDC UPGRADE UNIT 011-01065-45 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01065-50 GRAY
GNS 530AW 011-01066-00 BLACK
011-01066-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01066-40 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01066-50 GRAY
GNS 530AW (TAWS) 011-01067-00 BLACK
011-01067-10 GRAY
NOTE 1 011-01067-40 BLACK
NOTE 1 011-01067-50 GRAY
Designations: A— 28 VDC Unit with 16w COM transmitter.
Note 1—The unit is an upgrade of the non‐WAAS unit.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1—INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope......................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Field Shop Repair ..................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Factory Repair........................................................................................................... 1-1
1.4 Warranty Information ............................................................................................... 1-2
SECTION 2—UNIT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Unit Configuration.................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Front Panel Layout.................................................................................................... 2-1
2.3 Unit Functions........................................................................................................... 2-2
2.4 Block Diagram.......................................................................................................... 2-3
2.5 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2-4
2.6 Periodic Maintenance ............................................................................................... 2-4
SECTION 3—THEORY OF OPERATION
3.1 Main Board ............................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 VHF Communications Transceiver (Com Board) .................................................... 3-6
3.3 Nav Board ................................................................................................................. 3-6
3.4 Glideslope Receiver .................................................................................................. 3-6
3.5 WAAS GPS Receiver ............................................................................................... 3-7
3.6 Inverter Board ........................................................................................................... 3-7
3.7 Interface Board ......................................................................................................... 3-7
3.8 Video Board.............................................................................................................. 3-7
3.9 Keyboard................................................................................................................... 3-7
SECTION 4—TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1 Scope......................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.2 Fault Messages.......................................................................................................... 4-1
4.3 Testing ...................................................................................................................... 4-7
4.4 Recommended Test Equipment ................................................................................ 4-7
4.5 Test Setup ................................................................................................................. 4-7
4.6 Standard Signal and Test Loads................................................................................ 4-7
4.7 Test Conditions ....................................................................................................... 4-12
4.8 Unit Test and Configuration Pages ......................................................................... 4-12
4.9 Unit Level Tests...................................................................................................... 4-14
4.10 Unit and Board Level Tests .................................................................................... 4-18
4.11 Testing Failures....................................................................................................... 4-56
4.12 Return To Service Testing ...................................................................................... 4-57
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SECTION 5—REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
5.1 Tools ......................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.2 Inspection.................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.3 Unit Description........................................................................................................ 5-1
5.4 Procedures................................................................................................................. 5-4
SECTION 6—SERVICE PARTS LIST
6.1 GPS 500W ................................................................................................................ 6-1

6.2 GPS 500W TAWS .................................................................................................... 6-2
6.3 GNS 530W................................................................................................................ 6-2
6.4 GNS 530W TAWS ................................................................................................... 6-3
6.5 GNS 530AW............................................................................................................. 6-3
6.6 GNS 530AW TAWS ................................................................................................ 6-4
APPENDIX A—SYSTEM INTERCONNECT
A.1 P5001 Main Connector ............................................................................................ A-1

A.2 P5050 I/O (with TAWS).......................................................................................... A-4
A.3 P5050 I/O (without TAWS)..................................................................................... A-4
A.4 P5002 Com Connector (GNS 530W Only) ............................................................. A-5
A.5 P5006 Nav Connector (GNS 530W Only)............................................................... A-6
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FIGURES
2-1 GPS 500W ................................................................................................................ 2-1

2-2 GNS 530AW TAWS ................................................................................................ 2-1
2-3 Functional Block Diagram (GNS 530W) ................................................................. 2-3
3-1 GPS 500W Series Block Diagram ............................................................................ 3-2
3-2 GNS 530W Series Block Diagram ........................................................................... 3-4
4-1 Typical Fault Messages ............................................................................................ 4-1
4-2 Main Analog Input Test Page ................................................................................. 4-16
4-3 Display Pattern Test Page ....................................................................................... 4-16
4-4 WAAS GPS Status Page......................................................................................... 4-17
4-5 Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page ....................................................................... 4-18
4-6 VOR/LOC/GS CDI Configuration Page................................................................. 4-20
4-7 Main Discrete I/O Test Page................................................................................... 4-21
4-8 Main ARINC 429 Configuration Page ................................................................... 4-23
4-9 Main RS232 Configuration Page ............................................................................ 4-24
4-10 Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page ....................................................................... 4-25
5-1 GNS 530W Series Assembly .................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 GPS 500W Series Assembly..................................................................................... 5-3
5-3 Top Assembly ........................................................................................................... 5-6
5-4 Bottom Cover............................................................................................................ 5-7
5-5 Main Chassis Bottom Cavity .................................................................................. 5-10
5-6 Main Chassis Top Cavity........................................................................................ 5-12
5-7 Memory Battery Location on Main Board.............................................................. 5-14
5-8 Nav Chassis Top Cavity ......................................................................................... 5-17
A-1 Rear Panel Connectors............................................................................................. A-1
TABLES
2-1 Unit Configuration.................................................................................................... 2-1

4-1 Fault Messages and Recommended Actions............................................................. 4-2
4-2 Configuration and Test Page Names....................................................................... 4-13
4-3 Power Requirements ............................................................................................... 4-14
4-4 Unit Configurations ................................................................................................ 4-18
4-5 Com Power Requirements ...................................................................................... 4-27
4-6 Testing Failures-Main Board .................................................................................. 4-56
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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
This manual contains board‐level maintenance information for the GNS 500W series of
units listed on page iv. Unit description, theory of operation, troubleshooting and testing
and replacement procedures are included.
1.1 SCOPE
This manual is written for field shops not equipped with Garmin Automated Test
Equipment and not having access to Garmin proprietary repair documentation.
Component level repair is not authorized. Send the unit to Garmin for repair when any
troubleshooting, testing, or repair falls outside the scope of this manual (paragraph 1.3).
This manual does not contain procedures for upgrading previous GNS 500 series units
to WAAS units. Contact Garmin Aviation Product Support for upgrade information and
instructions. If field shops should encounter a WAAS upgraded unit, see the table on
page iv which lists all upgrade part numbers.
1.2 FIELD SHOP REPAIR
Field shop repair is limited to replacing the assemblies/parts listed in the Service Parts
List provided in Section 6. All repairs can be made at the bench with an appropriate
replacement spare part. Faulty assemblies listed in Section 6 (or a complete unit) can be
returned to Garmin for repair. For information pertaining to spares stocking (suggested
quantities, etc.) contact:

1200 E. 151st Street
Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A.
[email protected]
1.3 FACTORY REPAIR

A ʺReturn Merchandise Authorizationʺ (RMA) number must be requested from Garmin
before a unit is returned. Units returned without an RMA will be refused and returned
at the senderʹs expense. Send units with assigned RMA numbers to the following
address:
Factory Repair
1200 E. 151st St.
RMA Number: _______
Dock Door #1
Olathe, KS 66062
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1.4 WARRANTY INFORMATION
This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship
for two years from the date of purchase. For WAAS upgrade of this product, the
warranty is separate and described in the service record or statement.
Products bought through online auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special
offers from Garmin. Online auction confirmations are not acceptable for warranty
verification. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from the
original retailer is required. Garmin will not replace missing components from any
package purchased through an online auction.
Within a warranty period, 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, provided that the customer is responsible for
any transportation cost. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse,
accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY
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.
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SECTION 2
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This section describes the function of each model in the GNS 500W series. Specifications
and periodic maintenance information is included.
2.1 UNIT CONFIGURATION

The term ʺGNS 500Wʺ refers to the series of products consisting of the following board
assemblies:

Unit Configuration
Board Assemblies
IO “video” board
Interface Board
Inverter Board
Comm Board
WAAS GPS
Main Board
012-00401
Nav Board
GS Board
Unit P/N
GPS 500W 011-01062-XX x x x x -00
GPS 500W TAWS 011-01063-XX x x x x -20
GNS 530W 011-01064-XX x x x x -00 10w x x
GNS 530W TAWS 011-01065-XX x x x x -20 10w x x
GNS 530AW 011-01066-XX x x x x -00 16w x x
GNS 530AW TAWS 011-01067-XX x x x x -20 16w x x
Table 2-1. Unit Configuration
2.2 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT
Figure 2-1. GPS 500W Figure 2-2. GNS 530AW TAWS
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2.3 UNIT FUNCTIONS
GPS 500W
• Position and velocity determination using signals transmitted by Global Positioning
System (GPS) Satellites.
• Display of the stored navigation and map database for use by the pilot/flight crew.
• Area navigation functions using the determined position/velocity and stored
navigation data.
• Approach navigation functions including WAAS precision approaches and the
associated database.
• Interfacing with other flight instruments such as a moving map, autopilot, CDI/HSI
(including OBS) indicators, altitude encoder/serializer, fuel management system,
lightning detection systems, traffic awareness systems, weather information systems
(i.e. GDL69), and annunciators.
• Operation from 11 to 33 volts.
• Terrain situational awareness (TERRAIN) functions and associated databases.
GPS 500W TAWS
• All functions of a GPS 500W plus Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)
TSO‐C151b Class B terrain situational awareness (TAWS supersedes the TERRAIN
capabilities).
GNS 530W/530AW
All functions of the GPS 500W plus the following:
• Communications transceiver tuning from 118.00 to 136.990MHz in 8.33KHz or
25KHz frequency increments.
• Communications audio output.
• 10 watt or 16 watt transmitter designed to meet the German FTZ requirements
• The VOR / ILS localizer receiver turning from 108.00 to 117.95MHz in 50KHz
increments.
• The ILS glide slope receiver tuning from 328.6 to 335.4MHz as paired with the
frequency tuned on the VOR / ILS localizer receiver.
• VOR audio Morse code identifier output.
• Remote DME channeling.
• Interfacing with other flight instruments such as autopilot, CDI / HSI (including
OBS) and OBI.
GNS 530W/530AW TAWS
All of the functions of the GNS 530W/530AW plus the following:
• Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) – TSO‐C151b Class B terrain
situational awareness (TAWS supersedes the TERRAIN capabilities).
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2.4 BLOCK DIAGRAM
Figure 2‐3 shows a functional block diagram for the GNS 530W. The TAWS components
shown (Video Expansion Board, Audio, and External Control Unit) are for units with
TAWS configuration only. Note that the GPS 500W does not include the Com Board,
VOR/LOC Receiver, and Glideslope Receiver.

COMM
ANT
COMM AUDIO
11- 33
MIC VOLTS
MIC/PTT/RMT XFR POWER SUPPLY

TX INTERLOCK VHF COMM
Transceiver COMM VOL POT
TAWS AUDIO
CDI/OBS
ON/OFF
ANNUNCIATORS MAIN
BUTTONS
MOVING MAP
KNOBS
FUEL FLOW
LCD DISPLAY
AIR DATA
TRAFFIC DISPLAY
AWARENESS BACKLIGHT
LIGHTNING
DATA CARD
GPS OBI/RMI
DATA CARD
GREY CODE
ALTITUDE
GPS CDI/HSI COMM SQUELCH
OR NAV IDENT
AUTOPILOT EFIS
VOR/
NAV VOL POT
OR LOC
NAV AUDIO
DME
TAWS VIDEO EXPAN-
NAV REMOTE SION BOARD (Note)
TRANSFER
NAV OBI/RMI
NAV CDI/HSI GPS KEY BACKLIGHT 11- 33

VOLTS
TAWS EXTERNAL
G/S
CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY
VOR/LOC G/S GPS

ANT ANT ANT
Figure 2-3. Functional Block Diagram (GNS 530W)

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2.5 SPECIFICATIONS
Technical specifications for are listed in the 500W Series Installation Manual (P/N 190‐
00357‐02).
2.6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Repair of the unit is on condition of failure. There are no periodic maintenance
requirements or scheduled equipment calibration. At regular intervals the following can
be performed:
Cleaning the Front Panel
Clean the front bezel, keypad, and display with a soft cotton cloth dampened with clean
water. Do not use any chemical‐cleaning agents. Take care to not scratch the display
surface.
Display Backlight
The display backlight lamp is rated by the manufacturer as having a usable life of 20,000
hours. The backlight lamp may dim and the display may not perform as well in direct
sunlight conditions over time. The user must determine by observation when the
display brightness is not suitable for use. Contact Garmin when the backlight lamp
requires service.
Battery Replacement
The unit has an internal battery used for the real time clock and GPS system information
that will last approximately 5‐8 years. Regular planned replacement is not necessary. A
‘low battery’ message is displayed when replacement is required. Replace the battery
within 1 to 2 months after the low battery message is displayed. If the battery is not
replaced and becomes completely discharged, the unit will remain fully operational but
the GPS signal acquisition time may be increased. The battery can be replaced by the
field shop (see Section 5).

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THEORY OF OPERATION
This section describes the theory of operation for each major assembly. Block Diagrams
are included (Figures 3.1 and 3.2).
NOTE
Not all of the functions described in this section apply to all GNS
500W models.
3.1 MAIN BOARD

The Main Board includes the main unit processor and front panel interfaces as well as
rear interconnect and interfaces to the other boards. This is illustrated in Figure 3‐1. The
Main Board contains the main unit power supplies. Two isolated power supplies are
included ― the Main Power Supplies and the Com Power Supplies. The Main and Com
Power Supplies operate independently (a failure in one of the supplies will not cause a
failure of the other supply). The power supplies are duplicated so that, in a case where
the main power supplies fail, the Com Radio is capable of continued operation.
Main CPU
The Main Board contains the Main Processor, a Samsung S3C2410A 32‐Bit RISC
microprocessor based upon an ARM920T core. The 2410 processor core operates at up to
203MHz.
Memories
The Main Board includes SDRAM and NAND Flash memories. These memories are
connected directly to the 2410 processor, which includes interface support for both types
of memories.
Display Interfaces
The Main Board provides the display interface for all models.
Front Panel/Display Backlighting/Controls Lighting

The front panel includes LED backlighting for the push buttons, rotary controls, and
bezel nomenclature. The LEDs are located on the keyboard assemblies and include
current limit resistors connected to +5 volts.


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Figure 3-1. GPS 500W Series Block Diagram

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Front Panel Control Interfaces

The front panel controls are located in the front bezel assembly. The interconnect to the
keypad and the right rotary switch controls is included in J22, and the interface to the
left rotary switch is included in J14.
Volume Controls
All units include two volume control pots for the Com and Nav Receivers.
Data Card Interface
The Main Board design includes interface for two front panel accessible data base cards.
The interface connects to the front panel assembly through J14, a 70 pin socket, via a flex
cable.
Rear Panel Connector Pinouts
Appendix A describes the pinouts of the Main Rear Panel Connector, J1.
Lightning and EMI/RFI Protection

The rear interface signals include circuitry for lightning and RF susceptibility protection
and EMI suppression. The output signals typically have either diode or transorbs
included to protect the output drivers. The diodes and transorbs are used to shunt the
lightning current to ground. The input circuits typically include current limit resistors
with low power signal diodes for lightning protection. The resistor will limit the pulse
current to levels that can be easily shunted to either ground or a supply voltage to
protect the input circuits. These input circuits are also part of the functional input circuit
as well as used for EMI/RFI suppression.
The interface signals also include EMI/RFI suppression. In many cases, this uses EMI
beads along with capacitors. When the EMI beads are used on the same signals as the
lightning protection diodes and transorbs, the circuit is laid out so the lightning currents
do not go through the EMI beads.
Com Board Interface

The Com Board interface is connected to the Com Board via J11. The interface includes
power from the com power supply, +5v and ±12v, along with serial RxD and TxD, and
the volume control knob voltage. The Com Board is controlled by the main CPU through
the serial interface, and the Com Board returns status to the Main CPU.
Nav/Glideslope Board Interface

The Nav/GS interface is connected to the Nav Board via J9. The interface includes power
supplies, +5v and ±12v, along with serial interfaces for both the Nav and GS functions,
and the Nav Volume Control Knob voltage. The Nav Board is controlled by the main
CPU through the Nav Serial Interface, and the Nav Board returns status to the Main
CPU. The GS Board is controlled by the Main CPU through the GS Serial Interface, and
the GS Board returns status to the Main CPU. The GS Board Interface is physically
looped through the Nav Board.

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Figure 3-2. GNS 530W Series Block Diagram

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WAAS GPS Board Interface

The WAAS GPS Board connects with the Main Board via J8. This interface includes +5v
power for the GPS engine along with a serial interface and a battery connection. The
WAAS Engine provides position and navigation data to the Main CPU via the serial
interface, and the Main CPU sends commands to the WAAS Engine via the serial
interface.
Inverter Board Interface
The Inverter Board includes the driver for the LCD CCFT backlight. The power and
control signals are connected to the interface board via P13.
IO (Video) Board Interface
The Main Board includes an interface, via J22, to an IO Expansion Video Board. The IO
Video Board is used for additional rear panel interface IO for the units. There are two
different IO Boards― the TAWS units have a different board than the non TAWS units.
The interface to the IO board includes:
• Two serial ports
• Power
USB Interface
The 2410 Main Processor includes two USB interfaces. One of the interfaces is connected
to the 500W series video IO interface board via J22 and the flex cable assembly. The USB
connections were made to what were previously unused connections through the flex
cable, and is included for potential future use.
Memory Backup Battery
The Main Board includes a 3‐volt Lithium Battery. The battery is connected to the
WAAS GPS Interface Connector and is used for the real time clock and memory backup.
If the battery is not replaced and becomes completely discharged, the unit will remain
fully operational but the GPS signal acquisition time may be increased.

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3.2 VHF COMMUNICATIONS TRANSCEIVER (COM BOARD)

The Com Transceiver provides voice communication in the 118.000 to 136.975 MHz
general aviation band. The transceiver consists of a 10 watt amplitude‐modulated
transmitter, and a single conversion superhetrodyne AM receiver. A 16 watt transmitter
option is also available.

The transmitter is a Class 4 and 6 (10 Watt), or a Class 3 and 5 (16 Watt) device as
described in RTCA DO‐186a, indicating that it has channel spacing modes of 8.33 kHz
and 25 kHz, and is intended for a communications range of 100 (10 Watt) or 200 (16
Watt) nautical miles. The receiver is a Class C and E device as described in RTCA DO‐
186a, indicating that it has channel spacing modes of 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz, with offset
carrier capability in 25 kHz mode.
3.3 NAV BOARD

The Nav Board contains the processor‐controlled navigation receiver for VOR and
Localizer Signals from 108.00 MHz to 117.95 MHz in 50 kHz increments (200 channels).
The Nav Board performs the following functions:

• Tunes a VOR or localizer frequency as commanded by the Main Processor.
• Communicates VOR/LOC receiver sub‐system status to the Main Processor.
• Communicates VOR radial or localizer deviation, TO/FROM flag state and
navigation flag state to the Main Processor.
• Drives horizontal deviation, flag and TO/FROM electrical outputs.
• Receives Glideslope data from the Main Board to be sent out in ARINC 429 format.
• Toggles the VOR/LOC identifier filter as commanded by the Main Processor.
• Communicates to the Main Processor the detection of a remote frequency transfer
key press.
• Drives electrical outputs for OBI.
• Channels a remote DME if connected to the VOR/LOC Receiver Board.
• Transmits ARINC 429 labels.
• Receives ARINC 429 labels.
• Provides signal pass‐through for G/S flags and drivers to NAV Board Connectors.
3.4 GLIDESLOPE RECEIVER

The Glideslope Receiver operates from 329.15 MHz to 335.00 MHz in 150 kHz
increments (40 Glideslope channels). The Glideslope Receiver includes conventional RF,
IF, and drives vertical deviation and flags.

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3.5 WAAS GPS RECEIVER

The WAAS GPS Receiver is a twelve channel parallel receiver that is capable of tracking
and using up to twelve visible satellites for position, velocity, and time calculations.
3.6 INVERTER BOARD

The Inverter Board supplies high voltage for display operation.
3.7 INTERFACE BOARD

The Interface Board produces voltage level shifting for the video signal that provides
power to the display. It also provides the interface to the data cards.
3.8 VIDEO BOARD

The Video Board provides two spare RS‐232 serial ports through external connector J50.
These serial ports conform to EIA standard RS‐232C. The Video Board connects to the
Main Board by the flex cable.
3.9 KEYBOARD
The Keyboard consists of snap‐dome keys, photocell, and LEDs for backlighting display
operation.

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SECTION 4
TROUBLESHOOTING
This section contains troubleshooting and testing procedures. Two troubleshooting
approaches are described. The first approach is to observe fault messages (Figure 4‐1)
and follow the recommended actions listed in Table 4‐1. If the fault message approach is
unproductive, specific testing can be performed to identify a defective board. In
addition to troubleshooting and testing procedures, this section of the manual also
includes return to service information (4.12).
4.1 SCOPE
Because some tests require the use of ATE and/or the cover(s) removed, not every test is
included. If any testing is required or desired which falls outside of the scope of what is
described, return the unit to Garmin for repair. Field shop testing described in this
section is limited to the following:
• Specific Unit Level Tests
• Specific Unit and Board Level Tests
• COM Transceiver Tests
• Nav Receiver Tests
4.2 FAULT MESSAGES
Figure 4-1. Typical Fault Messages

NOTE
If the unit fails any of the power‐up integrity checks, a ‘Fatal Error
Page’ fault message is displayed. Return the unit for service if this
occurs.

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NOTE
Only the fault messages which will aid the most in troubleshooting are
listed in Table 4‐1. Refer to the pilotʹs guide for a complete list of all
fault messages (P/N 190‐00357‐00).
FAULT MESSAGE MESSAGE EXPLANATION RECOMMENDED ACTION

All Data Referenced to True N/A a. Verify that a Jeppesen
North NavData® Card is fully
inserted into the left card
slot.
b. Replace Jeppesen
NavData® Card.
c. Check applicable flex
cable.
d. Replace CDU Assy.
e. Return the unit for
service.
Airport terrain database The unit has detected a Replace Card.
integrity error problem with a database on
the TAWS/Terrain data card.
The data is not usable.
Altitude input failure N/A Return the unit for service.

Audio database integrity The unit has detected a Return the unit for service.
error problem with the built-in
TAWS Audio Database.
TAWS audio alerts are not
available.
Aviation database integrity The unit has detected a Return the card to Garmin.
error problem with a database on
the NavData® card. The data is
not usable.
Basemap database integrity The unit has detected a Return the unit for service.
error failure in the built-in basemap
(land data) database. Land
data does not appear. Unit
functions continue to work
normally.
Table 4-1. Fault Messages and Recommended Actions

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Boot block verify failed System integrity testing has Return the unit for service.
determined that the boot block
has become corrupted.
CDI key stuck N/A a. Check applicable flex

cable.
b. Replace Keyboard.
c. Replace CDU.
d. Return the unit for
service.
Check unit cooling The unit has detected a. Check for adequate
excessive display backlighting ventilation or check
temperature. The backlighting cooling airflow.
has been automatically b. Replace Inverter Board.
dimmed to reduce the
temperature.
COM has failed The unit has detected a failure a. Replace Com Board.
in the communications b. Return the unit for
transceiver. service.
COM is not responding Internal system-to-system a. Replace Com Board.

communication between the b. Return the unit for
main processor and the COM service.
transceiver has failed.
Operational status of the c. Return for service.
COM transceiver is unknown.
COM needs service N/A Replace Com Board.

COM push-to-talk key stuck The external push-to-talk a. Press the PTT switch
(PTT) switch is stuck in the again to cycle operation.
enabled (or “pressed”) state. b. If the message persists,
return the unit to Garmin
for repair.
COM remote transfer key is The remote COM transfer a. Press the switch again to
stuck switch is stuck in the enabled cycle operation.
(or “pressed”) state. b. Verify that Mic Key Line
is not stuck on before
replacing Com Board.
c. Replace Com Board.
Table 4-1. Fault Messages and Recommended Actions (continued)

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COM mic key stuck N/A a. Verify that Remote
Transfer Key Line is not
stuck before replacing
COM Board.
b. Replace Com Board.
COM transmitter power has N/A a. Check for excessive unit
been reduced temperature.
b. Verify that power input to
J2-11 and 12 has not
dropped below 26 V (for
a 28 Volt unit) or 12 V
(for a 14 Volt unit) when
transmitting before
replacing COM Board.
c. Replace Com Board.
Data card write failure/Data N/A a. Replace Jeppesen
card failure NavData® Card.
b. Check applicable flex
cable.
c. Replace CDU.
service.
Display backlight failure N/A a. Replace Inverter Board.
b. Replace CDU.
c. Return the unit for
service.
G/S has failed N/A a. Replace G/S Board.
b. Return the unit for
service.
G/S is not responding Internal system-to-system a. Check applicable flex
communication between the cable.
main processor and the b. Replace G/S Board.
Glideslope receiver has failed.
Operational status of the
Glideslope receiver is
unknown.
G/S needs service N/A Replace G/S Board.

GPS has failed N/A Replace WAAS GPS Module.
Table 4-1 Fault Messages and Recommended Actions (continued)

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GPS needs service The unit has detected a a. Press the switch again to
failure in its GPS receiver. The cycle its operation.
GPS receiver may still be b. Return the unit for
usable. service.
c. Replace GPS Module.
GPS stored data was lost N/A Return the unit for service,
Heading input failure N/A Return the unit for service,
Low Battery Unit Needs Time data may have been lost a. Replace Memory Battery.
Service due to a memory battery b. Return the unit for
failure. service.
Main processor requires The unit has detected a Return the unit for service.
service failure in the main system
processor.
No basemap data available The unit has detected a a. Insert Terrain Data Card
failure in the built-in basemap in right data card slot (for
(land data) memory. Land TAWS/TERRAIN units).
data does not appear on the b. Replace Terrain Data
Map Page. Other unit Card.
functions continue to work
normally. c. Replace Map Board.
service.
No differential GPS position N/A Replace GPS Module
OBS key stuck The OBS key is stuck in the a. Try pressing the OBS
enabled (or pressed) state. key again to cycle
operation.
b. Replace Keyboard.
c. Replace CDU.
Obstacle database integrity The unit has detected a Return Card to Garmin for
error problem with a database on service.
Poor GPS coverage N/A a. Check Antenna and

Cabling.
b. Replace GPS Module.

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Stored data was lost All user waypoints, flight a. Replace Memory
plans and system settings Battery.
have been lost due to a b. Return the unit for
memory battery failure or service.
system reset.
Terrain configuration conflict The current TAWS/Terrain a. Verify the terrain

configuration is not supported configuration matches
by the hardware. The TAWS the installed Map Board
hardware may have failed, or hardware.
the unit may be b. Check applicable flex
misconfigured. The unit’s cable.
terrain capabilities will be
downgraded to “Terrain” c. Replace Map Board.
instead of “TAWS”. d. Replace CDU.
e. Return the unit for
service.
Terrain database integrity The unit has detected a Return to Garmin for service.
error problem with a database on
Terrain has failed The unit has detected a a. Verify that a Terrain
failure in the terrain system. Data Card is fully
The most likely cause is a inserted into right data
missing or corrupt Terrain card slot.
database. Terrain
functionality is not available If b. Replace Terrain Data
the Terrain database is not Card.
the cause, return the unit to
Garmin for service.
VLOC has failed The GNS 530W has detected Replace Nav Receiver.
a failure in its VLOC receiver.
VLOC needs service N/A Replace Nav Receiver.
VLOC not responding Internal system-to-system a. Check applicable flex

communication between the cable.
main processor and the
VLOC receiver has failed. b. Replace Nav Receiver.
c. Return the unit for

service.

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4.3 TESTING

WARNING
Hazardous voltages exist on the Inverter Board. Under normal
operating conditions the voltages range up to 2500V ac peak to
peak. Under open circuit conditions voltages can range over
8000 Vac peak to peak. Exercise extreme caution during unit
testing. Death or serious injury could result from electrical
shock.
NOTE
All units contains static sensitive components. Observe proper anti‐
static procedures during testing.
4.4 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT

Test bench harnesses, test fixtures, and test panels are supplied by the field shop. Rear
panel connector pin information that is given in Appendix A can aid in their fabrication.
Standard avionics shop equipment (or suitable substitutes) is used to test the unit.
4.5 TEST SETUP
Test setups are the responsibility of the field shop. Rear connector pin descriptions are
provided in Appendix A to aid in creating the test setup. All tests are performed with
the covers in place.
4.6 STANDARD SIGNAL AND TEST LOADS
The following section describes the standard signal and loads that are used when testing
the unit.
4.6.1 VHF COM Transceiver
Standard Loads
• Antennas
The VHF com transceiver must operate with a conventional 50 ohm vertically polarized
com antenna. The transmitter must be terminated into a 50 ohm resistive load capable of
dissipating a minimum of 50 watts and with a VSWR of not greater than 1.2:1.
• Audio Load
The standard audio load must be 500 ohms between COMM AUDIO HI J2‐7 and
COMM AUDIO LO J2‐19 (Appendix A).
Standard Signals

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• COM RF Level Units
All specifications given for the Com Transceiver are in HARD units. To arrive at these
units, adjust the RF generator to the level specified and insert a 6 dB pad at the output of
the RF generator.
• Standard Mic Input Signal
A 1000 Hz tone with 275 mVrms into a 500 ohm load.
4.6.2 Glideslope
Standard Loads
• Glideslope Receiver Antenna
The Glideslope receiver antenna must operate in a 50 ohm load.
• Course Deviation Deflection Load
One standard CDI deflection is 1000 ohms.
• Course Deviation Flag Load
One standard CDI flag load is 1000 ohms.
• To/From Load
One standard TO/FROM load is 200 ohms.
Standard Signals
All RF input levels for the Glideslope Receiver requirements are specified in dBm and
do not require a 6 dB attenuator on the output of the signal generator provided the
signal generator is calibrated into a 50 ohm load.
• Standard Glideslope Test Signal
A standard glideslope test signal is an RF carrier amplitude modulated simultaneously
by 90 and 150 Hz tones so that the sum of their separate modulation levels is 80% ± 2%.
The tones must have the following characteristics:
1. They must be phase‐locked in such a manner that their voltage waveforms
simultaneously pass through zero in the same direction.
2. The maximum simultaneous variation in frequency must not exceed ± 0.3%.
3. The total harmonic content of each tone must not exceed 3%.
4. The RF level must be ‐56 dBm and have a frequency within 0.001% of the
assigned carrier frequency unless otherwise specified.

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• Standard Glideslope Centering Test Signal
A standard glideslope centering test signal is a standard glideslope test signal in which
the difference in depth of modulation of the 90 and 150 Hz signals is less than 0.002
ddm.
• Standard Glideslope Deviation Test Signal
A standard glideslope deviation test signal is a standard glideslope test signal in which
the difference in depth of modulation of the 90 and 150 Hz signals is 0.091 ± 0.002 ddm.
• Standard Glideslope Deflection
Standard glideslope deflection must be 52% (78 μA) of center to full scale deflection,
when a standard Glideslope deviation test signal is applied at an RF level of –56 dBm.
4.6.3 Navigation Receiver
Standard Loads
• Nav Receiver Antenna
The Nav receiver antenna J5 must operate in a 50 ohm load.
• Nav Course Deviation Deflection Load (NAV +LEFT)
One standard CDI deflection load is 1000 ohms. Three standard loads must be
connected between NAV +LEFT J6‐5 and NAV +RIGHT (NAV COMMON) J6‐6.
• Nav Course Deviation Flag Load (NAV +FLAG)
One standard CDI flag load is 1000 ohms. Three standard loads must be connected
between NAV +FLAG J6‐3 and NAV ‐FLAG (NAV COMMON) J6‐4.
• Nav To/From Load (NAV +TO)
One standard To/From load is 200 ohms. Three standard loads must be connected
between NAV +TO J6‐1 and NAV +FROM (NAV COMMON) J6‐2.
• Nav Composite Video Load (NAV COMPOSITE OUT)
One standard composite video load is 10,000 ohms connected between NAV
COMPOSITE OUT J6‐8 and GND J6‐41.
• Nav Super Flag Load (NAV SUPER FLAG OUT)
One standard super flag load is 56 ohms connected between NAV SUPER FLAG OUT
J6‐15 and GND J6‐41.
• G/S Super Flag Load (G/S SUPER FLAG OUT)
One standard super flag load is 56 ohms connected between G/S SUPER FLAG OUT J6‐
38 and GND J6‐41.

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• ARINC 429 Transmitter Load (VLOC 429 OUTA/OUTB)
The standard ARINC 429 transmitter load is 2.4K ohms resistance and 250 pF
capacitance between the differential outputs VLOC 429 OUTA J6‐24 and VLOC 429
OUTB J6‐23, and 2.4K ohms resistance and 250 pF capacitance connected from each of
the outputs to ground.
• RS232 Transmitter Load (VLOC SERIAL OUT)
The standard RS232 transmitter load is 3000 ohms measured from the RS232 serial
output to ground. One standard load is connected between VLOC SERIAL OUT J10‐10
and GND J10‐4.
• Nav Audio Output Load (NAV AUDIO HI to NAV AUDIO LO)
The standard audio output load is 500 ohms, connected between NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16
and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17.
VOR Standard Signals
All RF input levels for the Nav receiver requirements are specified in dBm and do not
require a 6 dB attenuator on the output of the signal generator provided the signal
generator is calibrated into a 50 ohm load.
Standard Test Signals
Unless otherwise specified, the RF input signals must be at a level of ‐53 dBm and have a
frequency within 0.001% of the assigned carrier frequency in addition to the
characteristics outlined below.
Standard VOR Test Signal
A standard VOR test signal is composed of two components:
a. An RF carrier, amplitude modulated 30% with a 9960 Hz signal that is frequency
modulated at 30 Hz with a deviation ratio of 16 (frequency deviation of ±480 Hz)
for Reference phase (REF), and variable phase (VAR) 30 Hz signal amplitude
modulated 30% with respect to the reference phase signal (REF). The RF input
signal must be at a level of ‐53 dBm and have a frequency within 0.001% of the
assigned carrier frequency.
Standard VOR Audio Test Signal
A standard VOR audio test signal is a standard VOR test signal to which is added a 1000
Hz signal, amplitude modulating the carrier 30%.
Standard Audio Test Signal
A standard audio test signal is a RF carrier amplitude modulated 30% at 1000 Hz. The
RF input signal must be at a level of ‐53 dBm and have a frequency within 0.001% of the
assigned carrier frequency.
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Standard VOR Deviation Signal
A standard VOR deviation signal is a standard VOR test signal in which the difference
in phase between the reference and variable phase signal is 10 (±0.3) degrees from the
setting of the equipment course selector. (This produces a NAV +LEFT output voltage
of 150 millivolts ±4.5 millivolts.)
Standard VOR Centering Signal
A standard VOR centering signal is a standard VOR test signal in which the difference
in phase between the reference and variable phase signal is equal (±0.3 degree) from the
setting of the equipment course selector.
Localizer Standard Signals
All RF input levels for the Nav receiver requirements are specified in dBm and do not
require a 6 dB attenuator on the output of the signal generator provided the signal
generator is calibrated into a 50 ohm load.
Standard Test Signals
Unless otherwise specified, the RF input signals must be at a level of ‐53 dBm and have a
frequency within 0.001% of the assigned carrier frequency in addition to the
characteristics outlined below. Note: ddm (difference in depth of modulation) is the
absolute difference in percentage of modulation of two tones divided by 100.
Standard Localizer Test Signal
A standard localizer test signal is an RF carrier amplitude modulated simultaneously by
90 and 150 Hz tones so that the sum of their separate modulation levels is 40% ±1%. The
tones must have the following characteristics:
1. They must be phase‐locked in such a manner that their voltage waveforms
simultaneously pass through zero in the same direction.
2. The maximum simultaneous variation in frequency must not exceed ±0.3%.
3. The total harmonic content of each tone must not exceed 3%.
4. The RF level must be ‐53 dBm and have a frequency within 0.001% of the
assigned carrier frequency unless otherwise specified.
Standard Localizer Centering Test Signal
A standard localizer centering test signal is a standard localizer test signal in which the
difference in depth of modulation of the 90 and 150 Hz signals is less than 0.001.

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Standard Localizer Deviation Test Signal
A standard localizer deviation test signal is a standard localizer test signal in which the
difference in depth of modulation (ddm) of the 90 and 150 Hz signals is 0.093 ±0.002.
A NAV +LEFT output voltage of 90 millivolts results.
Standard Localizer Audio Test Signal
A standard localizer audio test signal is a standard localizer test signal to which is added
a 1020 Hz signal amplitude modulating the carrier 30%.
Standard Audio Test Signal
A standard audio test signal is an RF carrier amplitude modulated 30% at 1020 Hz.
4.7 TEST CONDITIONS
4.7.1 Measurement Methods
All voltage measurements are relative to ground (J1‐77 or J1‐70) unless otherwise stated.
4.8 UNIT TEST AND CONFIGURATION PAGES
NOTE
Actual test and configuration pages may vary from what is shown in
section. All pages were current at the time of manual publication but
are subject to change due to software updates, etc.
The results of certain tests may be monitored using the unit’s test and/or configuration
pages. To display the test pages, ground the Test Pin (J1‐76) and apply power. When in
test mode, specific test pages can be selected by turning the small right knob. Table 4‐2
lists the test and configuration pages and their names.
To display the configuration pages, press and hold the ENT key and apply power.
Release the ENT key when the display activates. Test and/or configuration pages can be
selected by turning the small right knob.
To change data on the test or configuration pages, press the small right knob (CRSR) to
turn on the cursor. Rotate the large right knob to change between data fields. Rotate the
small right knob to change a field that the cursor is on. Once a selection has been made,
press the ENT key to accept the entry.
NOTE
Do not make changes to the test or configuration pages other than
those required to perform testing.

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CONFIGURATION PAGES TEST PAGES

Main ARINC 429 Configuration Main Lighting
Main RS232 Configuration GPS Date/Time
Main System Configuration Main Discrete I/O
Main Inputs Main Analog Inputs
Instrument Panel Self-Test Main CDI/OBS Config
Main Lighting Main Status/Loopback
GPS Date/Time Card Status
Main Discrete I/O WAAS GPS Status
Main CDI/OBS Configuration Com Setup
Com Setup GS Setup
VOR Discrete I/O VOR Discrete I/O
VOR/LOC/GS ARINC 429 Config VOR/LOC/GS CDI
GPS Vertical Offset VOR Setup/Status/Loopback
TAWS Audio Config 1 Main System Config
TAWS Audio Config 2 Main Information
Color Bars
Table 4-2. Configuration and Test Page Names

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4.9 UNIT LEVEL TESTS

4.9.1 Unit Power Requirements
All models operate with external power from 9‐33 volts DC. The power consumption
must not exceed the limits shown in Table 4‐3 with the display backlight at maximum
brightness. Return the unit to Garmin for service if any model fails the power
requirement checks.
Model Status Max Current In Max Current In Amps @ 13.8
Amps @ 27.5 V V Input (optional)
Input
GPS 500W On 0.8 1.6
GPS 500W On 0.8 1.6
TAWS
GNS 530W On RX: 1.4 RX: 2.8
TX: 3.98 TX: 8.88
GNS 530W On RX: 1.4 RX: 2.8
TAWS TX: 3.98 TX: 8.88
GNS 530AW On RX: 1.4 N/A
TX: 3.98
GNS 530AW On RX: 1.4 N/A
TAWS TX: 3.98
All Models Off 0.014 0.011
Table 4-3. Power Requirements
BUS Power
Aircraft Power BUS 1: (J1‐19 and J1‐20).
Aircraft Power BUS 2: (J1‐15 and J1‐72).
1. Power the unit via Aircraft Power BUS 1.
2. Verify proper operation.
3. Power the unit via Aircraft Power BUS 2.
Push Button Response
1. Turn the unit on in normal mode and push each button.
Rotary Knobs
1. Turn each rotary knob at least three turns in the same direction.
Data Card Tests
Apply power to the unit and verify the successful display of the following Terrain Data
Card and Jeppesen NavData® Card data:
• World Wide Land Data
• World Wide Terrain Database

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• Obstacle Database
• Airport Terrain Database
• Data Card profile (e.g., America, World)
• Cycle version
• Copyright information (date and company)
Photocell
1. Turn the unit on in test mode and verify brightness control is in photo mode,
using the Main Lighting Page. With photocell uncovered, ensure display and
keyboard backlight LED brightness is proper under normal conditions.
2. Cover the photocell and verify display and keyboard backlight LED brightness
decreases.
Lighting BUS Input
NOTE
If a lighting BUS option other than PHOTO is selected, and the
lighting BUS control is turned to its minimum (daytime) setting, the
display brightness will default to tracking the unit’s photocell.
Lighting BUS HI: (J1‐39)
Lighting BUS LO: (J1‐40)
Lighting BUS AC
Test(s) result monitored via Main Analog Inputs Test Page (Figure 4‐2).
1. Attach signal to unit pins J1‐39, 40.
2. Apply square wave, 500 Hz, +5 Volts to 0 Volts.
3. Verify measured value is 2.37 ±0.25 Volts DC (66 to 81 ADC counts). Input
measures peak voltage (not RMS).
Lighting BUS DC
Test(s) result monitored via Main Analog Inputs Test Page (Figure 4‐2).
1. Attach 12.0 VDC to unit pin J1‐39.
2. Ensure this power supply ground is connected to the unit ground J1‐77, 78.
3. Verify measured value is 12.0 ±5% Volts DC.
Memory Battery Voltage
Note that at the end of battery life, the unit typically alarms at 2.46 volts and clears the
alarm at 2.63 volts. Verify 190 to 145 ADC counts (3.8 > V > 2.9 volts) via Main Analog
Inputs Test Page.

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Figure 4-2. Main Analog Input Test Page
Display Pattern Test
Starting from the Display Pattern Test Page (Figure 4‐3), use the “RNG” buttons to cycle
through all of the display patterns to verify all pixels are driven and color contrast is
acceptable.
Figure 4-3. Display Pattern Test Page
Display Max Level Test
Manually set display brightness to maximum and verify display brightness increased.
Display Dim Test
Manually vary display brightness and verify display dims.
Keyboard LED Dim Test
Manually vary the Keyboard LED backlight brightness and verify proper operation.

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GPS Antenna Bias
1. Measure the DC voltage at the GPS antenna connector with a 35 mA load to
ground.
2. Verify voltage is 4.42 to 4.74 volts. Note that if no load is present, the voltage
should be 4.66 to 4.74 volts.

Figure 4-4. WAAS GPS Status Page
GPS Signal
1. Apply a standard GPS test signal to the GPS antenna. Let unit acquire satellite 16
and capture the last Mode 5 value prior to its transition to Mode 0.
2. Verify GPS signal A8H (42.00) to C0H (48.00) via WAAS GPS Status Page (Figure
4‐4).
Time Mark Output
The time mark out is generated by the WAAS GPS sub‐assembly. The output is a high
pulse that is used by other external units to determine when position information from
the unit is valid. The unit output pulse occurs 1 per second and is 1 ms wide. Note that
ARINC 743 requires a pulse width of 1.0 +/‐ 0.1 ms. Verify Time Mark functionality
using an oscilloscope and observe a 1 msec active high pulse on J1‐16.
1. Command output high and measure output on oscilloscope. Measure at J1‐16.
Verify voltage > 4 volts.
2. Command output low and measure output on oscilloscope. Verify voltage < 0.4
volts.

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4.10 UNIT AND BOARD LEVEL TESTS

4.10.1 Unit Configurations
Unit Configurations
Board Assemblies
Interface Board
Inverter Board
WAAS GPS
Main Board
Com Board
Nav Board
IO “Video”
GS Board
Board
Unit P/N
GPS 500W 011-01062-XX x x x x -00
GPS 500W TAWS 011-01063-XX x x x x -20
GNS 530W 011-01064-XX x x x x -00 10w x x
GNS 530W TAWS 011-01065-XX x x x x -20 10w x x
GNS 530AW 011-01066-XX x x x x -00 16w x x
GNS 530AW TAWS 011-01067-XX x x x x -20 16w x x
Table 4-4. Unit Configurations
Main Lateral Left+, Right+ Outputs
Command tests via Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page (Figure 4‐5). Load: 333 ohms
(three 1000 ohm loads) across J1‐21 and J1‐22.
Figure 4-5. Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page

Measure J1‐21 (output) relative to J1‐22 (output). Full left/right (±150 mV) selections are
also available but are not tested.
MAX LEFT CENTER MAX RIGHT
+300 ± 15 0 ± 4.5 mV -300 ±15 mV
mV

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Main Vertical Up+, Down+ Outputs
Load: 333 ohms (three 1000 ohm loads) across J1‐27 and J1‐28.
1. Command tests via Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page (Figure 4‐5).
2. Measure J1‐27 relative to J1‐28. Full up/down (+/‐150 mV) selections are also
available but are not tested. All tolerances are derived from meeting preliminary
WAAS specifications of 3% centered and 5% linearity of full scale deflection (150 mV).
MAX UP CENTER MAX DOWN

+300 +/- 15 mV 0 +/- 4.5 mV -300 +/- 15 mV
To/From Output
2. Measure J1‐25 relative to J1‐26.
TO FLAGGED FROM
+250 +/- 20 mV 0 +/- 5 mV -250 +50mV/- 20 mV
Main Lateral Flag Output
OUT OF VIEW IN VIEW
+300 ± 30 mV 0 ± 25 mV
Main Vertical Flag Output
OUT OF VIEW IN VIEW
+300 ± 30 mV 0 ± 25 mV


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Main Lateral Super Flag Output
Figure 4-6. VOR/LOC/GS CDI Configuration Page
Load: resistor to ground such that is will sink 500 mA when attached to AIRCRAFT
POWER. (J1‐19 or 20). Applicable output will source this current when active. If the load
is sized for 13.8 V operation then this test should not be run at 27.5 V.
Command test via Main CDI/OBS Config Configuration Page (Figure 4‐6). Measure at
J1‐17.
OUT OF VIEW IN VIEW
AIRCRAFT POWER - 1.5 VDC min VDC max
Main Vertical Super Flag Output
Load: Resistor to ground such that it will sink 500 mA when attached to AIRCRAFT
POWER. (J1‐19 or 20). Applicable output will source this current when active. If the load
is sized for 13.8 V operation then this test should not be run at 27.5 V.
Command tests via VOR/LOC/GS CDI Configuration Page (Figure 4‐6). Measure at J1‐
18.
OUT OF VIEW IN VIEW
AIRCRAFT POWER - 1.5 VDC min VDC max

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Annunciate Outputs
Load: resistor to external voltage source such that it will source 500 mA when grounded.
Applicable output will sink this current when active. Measure at applicable pin.
ANNUCIATOR PIN
VLOC (J1-1)
GPS (J1-2)
WAYPOINT (J1-3)
TERMINAL (J1-4)
APPROACH (J1-5)
MESSAGE (J1-6)
OBS (J1-7)
G (J1-8)
INTEGRITY (J1-9)
D (J1-10)
E (J1-11)
H (J1-12)
GPS SELECT (J1-13)
ILS/GPS APPROACH (J1-14)
Command output to: ACTIVE INACTIVE

SPEC 0.8VDC max 4.5 VDC min
Audio Outputs (applies to 500W/530W TAWS units P1‐52/53)
Discrete Switch and Altitude Inputs
Figure 4-7. Main Discrete I/O Test Page

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For:
INPUT NAME PIN

ALTITUDE C4 (J1-61)
ALTITUDE C2 (J1-62)
ALTITUDE C1 (J1-63)
ALTITUDE B4 (J1-64)
ALTITUDE B2 (J1-65)
ALTITUDE B1 (J1-66)
ALTITUDE A4 (J1-67)
ALTITUDE A2 (J1-68)
ALTITUDE A1 (J1-69)
ALTITUDE D4 (J1-70)
OBS MODE SELECT (J1-71)
SPARE INPUT B (J1-72)
CDI SOURCE SELECT (J1-73)
COM REMOTE (J1-74)
RECALL
DEMO MODE SELECT (J1-75)
TEST MODE SELECT (J1-76)
Apply alternating loads/levels to inputs. Test(s) result monitored via Main Discrete
I/O Test Page (Figure 4‐7).
< 375 ohm to GROUND > 100 k ohm to GROUND

ACTIVE INACTIVE

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ARINC 429 Transmitter and Receivers

Figure 4-8. Main ARINC 429 Configuration Page
The transmitter lines A and B of the ARINC 429 channel must meet the requirements of
ARINC 429 with the exception that only 5 receiver loads are to be driven. The
transmitter is capable of both low and high speed operation. The frequency of
transmission must be 14.29 +/‐ 0.1 KHz for low speed and 100.0 +/‐ 0.1 kHz for high
speed. The differential output voltage from line A to line B must be not less than 9.0
volts or greater than 11.0 volts.
The ARINC 429 receivers must be able to receive differential voltages between line A
and line B of not less than 6.5 volts or greater than 13.0 volts. A differential voltage of
less than 2.5 volts must be interpreted as a null. The receivers can be configured to high
speed mode for testing the transmitter in high speed.
Requirements
For: GPS ARINC 429 OUT A (J1‐46)
GPS ARINC 429 OUT B (J1‐47)
GPS ARINC 429 IN 1A (J1‐48)
GPS ARINC 429 IN 1B (J1‐49)
GPS ARINC 429 IN 2A (J1‐50)
GPS ARINC 429 IN 2B (J1‐51)
429 RX 1 LOWSPEED and 429 RX 2 LOWSPEED
Test both 429 receivers and 429 transmitter in low speed.
1. Connect 429 transmitter A and B to both 429 receivers.
2. Verify: 429 RX 1 LOWSPEED OK and 429 RX 2 LOWSPEED OK via ARINC 429
Configuration Page (Figure 4‐8).

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429 RX 1 HIGHSPEED and 429 RX 2 HIGHSPEED
Test both 429 receivers and 429 transmitter in high speed.
1. Connect 429 transmitter A and B to both 429 receivers.
2. Verify: 429 RX 1 HIGHSPEED OK and 429 RX 2 HIGHSPEED OK via ARINC
429 Configuration Page (Figure 4‐8) .
RS232 Ports
The RS232 TX Channels 1 ,2, 3, and 4 must conform to EIA Standard RS‐232C with an
output voltage swing of at least +/‐ 5 volts when driving a standard RS‐232 load which
is 3 to 7 kohm to ground.
The RS232 RX Channels 1 ,2, 3, and 4 must conform to EIA Standard RS‐232C with the
exception that an input of less than 0.8 (instead of <‐3.0) is interpreted as a logic 1 and
input > 2.4 (instead of >3.0 V) is interpreted as a logic 0. The input resistance to ground
is 3 ‐ 7 K ohm over a voltage range of 3 to 15 V DC with an input capacitance of < 2500
pF.
For: GPS RS232 OUT 1 (J1‐56)
GPS RS232 IN 1 (J1‐57)
GPS RS232 OUT 2 (J1‐58)
GPS RS232 IN 2 (J1‐59)
GPS RS232 OUT 3 (J1‐41)
GPS RS232 IN 3 (J1‐42)
GPS RS232 OUT 4 (J1‐54)
GPS RS232 IN 4 (J1‐55)
GPS RS232 (1)
Test both receiver and transmitter.
1. Connect the transmitter to the receiver.
2. Verify GPS RS232 1 OK via Main RS232 Config Test Page (Figure 4‐9).
Figure 4-9. Main RS232 Configuration Page

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GPS RS232 (2)
GPS RS232 (3)
GPS RS232 4
2. Verify GPS RS232 4 OK via Main RS232 Configuration Page (Figure 4‐9).
Load/source: Loopback unit RX/TX pair or ATE computer RX232 RX/TX pair.
OBS
Figure 4-10. Main CDI/OBS Configuration Page

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NOTE
The load used in the OBS test consists of a calibrated OBS
resolver, Precision Track Selector or equivalent, and must
be connected to the GPS OBS inputs.
The OBS bearing must be consistent to within ±2 degrees of the bearing setting.
Monitor the current measured angle using the “SELECTED COURSE” field and calibrate
the unit using the “Calibrate to 150?” field (do this after the bearing is selected to 150
degrees). Note that the angle displayed is rounded to one tenth of a degree.
Load: Calibrated OBS resolver, Precision Track Selector or equivalent.
For: MAIN OBS ROTOR C (J1‐31)
MAIN OBS ROTOR H (J1‐32)
MAIN OBS STATOR D (J1‐33)
MAIN OBS STATOR E (J1‐34)
MAIN OBS STATOR F (J1‐35)
MAIN OBS STATOR G (J1‐36)
1. Set test set to the angles given in the table below.
2. Using the page MAIN CDI/OBS CONFIG page verify angle via the Main
CDI/OBS Config Test Page (Figure 4‐10).
60 150 240 330

60 ± 2 150 ± 2 240± 2 330 ± 2

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4.10.2 COM Transceiver

COM Power Requirements
Replace the Main Board if any voltage on the Com Board is not within tolerance.
Replace the Com Board if excessive current is noted.
Connector/Pin Voltage (V) Tolerance (V) Max Condition/Remarks

Current
J26 Pin 3 +5 4.9 to 5.3 90 mA -----
J26 Pin 1 +12 11.5 to 13 420 mA Transmit Mode
J26 Pin 2 -12 -16 to -11 35 mA Receive Mode
J2 Pins 11 & 12 +11 to +33 15 mA Receive Mode
DC
J2 Pins 11 & 12 +13.75 ±.2 6.0 A DC Transmit Mode

(14V/28V 10 Watt
Units Only)
J2 Pins 11 & 12 +27.5 (28V 10 Watt ±.4 3.0 A DC Transmit Mode
Units Only)
J2 Pins 11 & 12 +27.5 (28V 16 Watt ±.4 3.0 A DC Transmit Mode
Units Only)
Table 4-5. Com Power Requirements
Receiver Testing
Unless otherwise specified, the receive channel must be set to 127.000 for 25 kHz
channel mode, and 127.005 kHz for 8.33 kHz channel mode. Where no channel mode is
specified, test must be conducted at 127.000 MHz, 25 kHz channel mode.
The 8.33 kHz channel mode uses a channel ID that does not match the actual operating
frequency. Channel ID is used in this document to specify test frequency. Unless
otherwise specified, the receive channel must be set to 127.000. The table below shows
the channel ID and frequency for the standard receiver test channels.
NOTE
The Audio Compressor must be disabled unless otherwise specified.
25 kHz Channel 8.33 kHz Channel Channel Frequency

118.025 118.030 118.025 MHz
127.000 127.005 127.000 MHz
136.975 136.980 136.975 MHz

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Audio Frequency Response Requirements
1. The audio output must not vary more than 6 dB, when the level of an RF signal
modulated 30% is held constant at 1000 uV and the modulation frequency is
varied over the audio‐frequency range of 350 ‐ 2500 Hz. The audio output must
be measured in 25 kHz channel mode at 350 Hz, 1000 Hz, 1500 Hz, and 2500 Hz
and in 8.33 kHz channel mode at 350 Hz, 1000 Hz , 1500 Hz, and 2500 Hz.
2. The audio‐frequency response above 2500 Hz must decrease, and at all
frequencies above 4000 Hz, it must be at least 18 dB below the output obtained at
1000 Hz. Measure in 25 kHz channel mode and in 8.33 kHz channel mode.
Audio Output Variation
1. Set channel spacing to 25 or 8.33 Khz mode, channel to 127 MHz.
2. Set test set for 127.000MHz, 1Khz Audio Mod, 30% mod depth, 1000uv RF
output.
3. Sweep audio modulation from 350Hz to 2500Hz in 100 steps.
4. Measure audio output level from receiver during each sweep step to locate point
of highest audio response.
5. Set audio modulation to point of highest response found in step 4.
6. Measure and store response figure.
7. Measure audio response at 350Hz, 1000Hz, and 2500Hz audio modulation.
8. Verify less than 6dB variance from highest to lowest measured response.
Audio Frequency Cutoff
1. Set channel spacing to 25 or 8.33 Khz mode, channel to 127MHz.
2. Set test set for 127.000MHz, 1Khz Audio Mod, 30% mod depth, 1000uv RF
output.
3. Measure audio output level from receiver.
4. Set test set for 4Khz audio modulation frequency.
5. Measure audio output level from receiver. Verify minimum of 18dB difference in
audio response between 1Khz and 4Khz.
Signal Pin Signal Name Reference Pin Reference Name Load

J2-7 COMM AUDIO HI J2-19 COMM AUDIO LO 500 Ohms

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AGC Characteristics
The audio output cannot vary by more than 6 dB when the level of the RF input signal,
modulated 30% at 1000 Hz, is varied from 5 uV to 100,000 uV. The audio output must
return to within 3 dB of the normal steady‐state output at 10 uV within 100 msec when
the level of an RF input signal, modulated 30% at 1000 Hz, is suddenly reduced from 200
mV to 10 uV. The audio output must return to within 3 dB of the normal steady‐state
output at 10 uV within 100 msec after transferring from a transmit to a receive state.
Audio Output Variation
1. Set unit to 25 KHz mode, channel to 127 MHz.
2. Find rated audio input level.
3. Take reference reading @ 5uv input.
4. Set test set to 100,000 uv input.
5. Compare reading at 100,000 uv to reading at 5uv.
6. Verify no more than 6dB difference in readings.
Sensitivity
The S+N/N ratio on all channels must be greater than 6 dB when the RF level is 2 uV
modulated 30% at 1000 Hz at rated audio. The sensitivity must be measured in 25 kHz
channel mode at 118.025, 127.000, and 136.975 , and in 8.33 kHz channel mode at
118.030, 127.005, and 136.980.
1. Set channel spacing to either 25 or 8.33 kHz mode, Select receive channel for test.
2. Set Test Set for selected channel frequency, 30% modulation, 1Khz audio
frequency, 2uv RF output.
3. Measure SNR.
4. Verify no less than 6dB SNR on all channels tested.

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TX Interlock
The sensitivity must be reduced by at least 15dB when the TX Interlock line is enabled.
1. Set channel spacing to 25 kHz mode.
2. Disable TX INTERLOCK pin (high or open).
3. Generate an RF signal at 127.000MHz, with 30% modulation at 1Khz, RF output
of –73dBm.
4. Set volume for rated audio output.
5. Set RF level to –107 dBm (2 uV).
6. Measure SNR., average 10 readings.
7. Enable TX INTERLOCK pin (low or grounded).
8. Set RF level to –92 dBm (11.25 uV).
9. Measure SNR., average 10 readings.
10. Verify: (SNR with TX interlock disabled – SNR with TX interlock enabled) > 0.
Audio Output
1. With the compressor enabled the rated audio output must be 7.07 Vrms into a
500 ohm load.
2. With the compressor enabled the volume control must be capable of reducing the
audio level from 7.07 Vrms to 22 mVrms into a 500 ohm load.
3. Verify with the compressor enabled the squelched audio must not exceed 2
mVrms when the volume control is set to rated audio.
4. Enable audio compressor and squelch.
5. Set channel spacing to 25 kHz mode.
6. Generate an RF signal with RF carrier frequency of 127.000 MHz, 30 %
modulation, modulation frequency of 1,000 Hz, RF input level of –87 dBm (20
uV).
7. Set volume control to deliver rated audio
8. Measure audio output level.
9. Set volume control to minimum output. Increase RF input level to –33 dBm
(10,000 uV).
10. Measure audio output level.
11. Set volume control back to rated audio.
12. Remove the RF signal to close the squelch.
13. Measure audio output level:

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• Rated Audio Output: Audio Output > 7.07Vrms
• Minimum Volume Output: Audio Output < 22mVrms
• Squelched Audio Output: Audio Output < 2mVrms
Distortion
The receiver audio distortion, at rated audio output, when modulated 85% with a tone
from 350 ‐ 2500 Hz with RF level at 10,000 uV and the compressor enabled, must not
exceed 25% when measured at 350 Hz. Additionally the distortion must not exceed 15%
when measured at 1000 Hz, and 2500 Hz.
The receiver audio distortion must not exceed 15% at a level 10 dB below rated audio
when the receiver input signal is modulated 30% with a tone from 350 ‐ 2500 Hz with an
RF level of 10,000 uV. The receiver audio distortion must be measured at 350 Hz, 1000
Hz, and 2500 Hz.
1. Enable compressor.
2. Set test set for 127MHz RF carrier, 85% modulation, modulation frequency of
350Hz, 1KHz, 2.5KHz. Output level of 10,000uV.
3. Set volume for rated audio level.
4. Measure audio distortion.
5. Distortion, 350Hz: Distortion < 25%
6. Distortion, 1000Hz: Distortion ≤ 15%
7. Distortion, 2500Hz: Distortion ≤ 15%

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Mic Intercom
The audio level must not be less than 7.07 Vrms when a 125 mVrms signal at 1000 Hz is
applied between INTERCOM MIC J2‐5 and INTERCOM MIC LO J2‐17 and the receive
audio is squelched. The audio distortion must be less than 10% when a 125 mVrms
signal at 1000 Hz is applied between the INTERCOM MIC, J2‐5 and INTERCOM MIC
LO J2‐17 input and the receive audio is squelched.
2. Reset test set with carrier off.
3. Send 1KHz audio signal to intercom Mic input of unit.
4. Set volume to minimum level.
• Verify: Mic Intercom Audio Level ≥ 7.07Vrms

• Mic Intercom Distortion < 10%
Noise Level
S+N/N ratio of the receiver audio must be at least 35 dB when an input signal is
modulated 30% at 1000 Hz and the RF level is at 100 uV.
1. Set unit for 127MHz, 25 or 8.33 KHz mode.
2. Set signal generator for 127MHz carrier, 1KHz audio, 30% modulation, 100uV
output level.
3. Read SNR.
• Verify: SNR ≥ 35dB

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Receiver Audio Compressor
The audio level must not vary more than 3 dB as the modulation is varied between 30%
and 85% at 1000 Hz when the RF is at 100 uV and the compressor is enabled.
2. Set unit for 25KHz channel spacing, compressor enabled.
3. Set signal generator for 127MHz carrier frequency, 1KHz audio frequency, 30%
modulation, 100uV output level.
4. Measure AC level in dBm.
5. Set signal generator for 85% modulation.
6. Measure AC level in dBm.

• Verify difference in levels ≤ 3dBm.
Squelch
Note: Opened squelch = Audio Closed Squelch = No Audio
1. The carrier squelch must operate in 25 KHz and 8.33 KHz modes. In 25 KHz
mode the carrier squelch must open the audio output when the RF level is
between 6.3 and 25.0 uV modulated 85% at 8KHz. In 8.33 KHz mode the carrier
squelch must open the audio output when the RF level is between 1.5 and 6.0 uV
modulated 85% at 8KHz. The carrier squelch must close the audio output within
6 dB of opening squelch level. Carrier squelch operation must be tested at the
channels shown below in 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel modes.
25 kHz Channel 8.33 kHz Channel
118.025 118.030
127.000 127.005
136.975 136.980
2. The noise squelch must operate in 25 KHz mode only and must open the audio
output when the RF level is between 1.0 and 4.0 uV modulated 30% at 1KHz. The
noise squelch must close the audio output within 6 dB of opening squelch level.
Noise squelch operation must be tested at the channels shown below in 25 kHz
channel mode only.

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25 kHz Channel
118.025
127.000
136.975
3. The 25 KHz noise squelch must open within 60 mSec when the RF signal
transitions from no signal to 4.0 uV modulated 30% at 1 KHz. The 8.33 KHz
carrier squelch must open within 60 mSec when the RF signal transitions from no
signal to 6.0 uV modulated 30% at 1 KHz.
4. The 25 KHz noise squelch and 8.33 KHz carrier squelch must open within 40
mSec when the RF signal transitions from no signal to 1000 uV modulated 30% at
1 KHz.
Carrier squelch (25 kHz):
1. Enable Compressor
2. Set unit for 118.000MHz, 25Khz spacing, squelch enabled.
3. Set signal generator for 118 MHz, 85%modulation, 8KHz audio frequency.
4. Sweep output level from 5uV to 25uV, step size: 1uV.
5. Measure unit audio output in ACVrms.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until squelch opens. (audio is present).
7. Store squelch open point.
8. Reduce signal generator output 6dB.
9. Measure unit audio output in ACVrms (hysteresis).
10. Repeat steps 1‐8 for 127.000 MHz, and 136.975 MHz.
• Verify: Squelch open point: 6.3uV ≤ X ≤ 25uV.
• Hysteresis: ACVrms < 10mVrms.

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Carrier squelch (8.33 kHz):
1. Enable Compressor.
2. Set unit for 118.005 MHz, 8.33 Khz spacing, squelch enabled.
3. Set signal generator for 118 MHz, 85% modulation, 8 KHz audio frequency.
4. Sweep output level from 1.5uV to 6.0uV, step size: 0.2uV.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until squelch opens (audio is present).
8. Reduce signal generator output 6dB.
• Verify: Squelch open point: 1.5uV ≤ X ≤ 6.0uV.
Noise squelch (25 kHz):
1. Enable Compressor
2. Set unit for 118.000MHz, 25Khz spacing, squelch enabled.
3. Set signal generator for 118 MHz, 30%modulation, 1KHz audio frequency.
4. Sweep output level from 1uV to 4uV, step size: 0.2uV.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until squelch opens. (audio is present).
8. Reduce signal generator output 6 dB.
10. Repeat steps 1‐8 for 127.000 MHz, and 136.975 MHz.
• Verify: Squelch open point: 1uV ≤ X ≤ 4uV.

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Opening time (25 kHz):
NOTE
Squelch opening time measurements are made manually using an oscilloscope.
2. Set channel mode to 25 kHz.
3. Generate an RF signal with 30% modulation, a modulation frequency of 1,000
Hz, an RF carrier frequency of 127.000 MHz, and an input level of –53 dBm.
4. Set volume for rated output.
5. Change the RF input level to no signal.
6. Change the RF input level to –101 dBm (4.0 uV). Observe and capture the
waveform showing the time it takes for the audio output to stabilize (open time).
8. Change the RF input level to –53 dBm (1,000 uV). Observe and capture the
Opening time (8.33 kHz):
NOTE
Squelch opening time measurements are made manually using an oscilloscope.
2. Set channel mode to 8.33 kHz.
3. Generate an RF signal with 30 % modulation, a modulation frequency of 1,000
Hz, an RF carrier frequency of 127.000 MHz, and an input level of –53 dBm.
6. Change the RF input level to –97.4 dBm (6.0 uV). Observe and capture the
8. Change the RF input level to –53 dBm (1,000 uV). Observe and capture the

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Selectivity
1. Nose Bandwidth 25 kHz Channel Mode: The input signal level required to
produce the reference AGC voltage must not vary more than 6 dB over the input
signal frequency range of ±8 kHz from the assigned channel frequency. Measure
at channel 127.000.
2. Skirt Bandwidth 25 kHz Channel Mode: At frequencies displaced by 17 kHz on
either side of the assigned channel frequency, the input signal level required to
produce reference AGC voltage must be at least 40 dB greater than the level
required to produce reference AGC voltage at the assigned channel frequency.
At frequencies displaced by 25 kHz on either side of the assigned channel
frequency, the input signal level required to produce reference AGC voltage
must be at least 60 dB greater than the level required to produce reference AGC
voltage at the assigned channel frequency. Measure at channel 127.000.
3. Nose Bandwidth 8.33 kHz Channel Mode: The input signal level required to
produce the reference AGC voltage must not vary more than 6 dB over the input
signal frequency range of ±2.778 kHz from the assigned channel frequency.
Measure at channel 127.005.
4. Skirt Bandwidth 8.33 kHz Channel Mode: At frequencies displaced by 7.37 kHz
on either side off the assigned channel frequency, the input signal level required
to produce reference AGC voltage must be at least 60 dB greater than the level
required to produce reference AGC voltage at the assigned channel frequency.

J2-2 COMM IF AGC J2-21 GROUND None
TEST
Nose Bandwidth:
1. Enable audio compressor.
2. Set 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz channel spacing mode.
3. Set volume to minimum.
4. Generate an RF signal with no modulation, an RF carrier frequency of 127.000
MHz, and an RF signal level of –93 dBm (10 uV).
5. Measure IF AGC voltage. This is the reference AGC voltage.
6. Set RF signal level to –87 dBm (20 uV).
7. Set RF frequency to 127 + offset frequency (8KHz or 2.778Khz for 25 or 8.33
spacing respectively).
8. Measure AGC voltage. This is the fc (+) voltage.
9. Set RF frequency to 127 – offset frequency. (8KHz or 2.778Khz for 25 or 8.33
spacing respectively).
10. Measure AGC voltage. This is the fc (‐) voltage.
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• Verify: (reference AGC voltage –offset AGC voltage) ≤ 0.
Skirt Bandwidth:
2. Set 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz channel spacing mode.
3. Set volume to minimum.
4. Generate an RF signal with no modulation, an RF carrier frequency of 127.000
MHz, and an RF signal level of –93 dBm (10 uV).
5. Measure IF AGC voltage. This is the reference AGC voltage.
6. Set Signal Generator to output of –33dBm (10,000uV).
7. Set RF signal to (+) offset RF frequency (25KHz in 25KHz mode, 7.37KHz in
8.33KHz mode).
8. Measure IF AGC voltage. This is the fc(+) AGC voltage.
9. Set RF signal to (‐)offset RF frequency (25KHz in 25KHz mode, 7.37KHz in
8.33KHz mode).
10. Measure IF AGC voltage. This is the fc(‐) AGC voltage.
• Verify: (Reference AGC – offset AGC) > 0.
Spurious Response
The input signal level on an undesired frequency required to produce a detector‐carrier
(AGC) level equal to that required for a 6 dB signal + noise to noise ratio for 30%
modulated 1000 Hz modulation on the desired channel at rated audio must be not less
that 10 mV when:
a. The undesired input signal frequency is within 108 to 137 MHz and is on any
frequency within + or ‐ 8 kHz of any assignable channel other than the selected
channel and the upper and lower adjacent channels.
b. The undesired input signal frequency between 50 kHz and 1215 MHz excluding
the band 108 to 137 MHz.
c. Spurious response tests must be conducted at image frequencies (channel
frequency + 42.8 MHz) and at half IF frequencies (channel frequency + 10.7
MHz). Measurements are performed at channel 127.000 with image and half IF
frequencies shown in the following table:
Image Frequency 169.800 MHz

Half IF Frequency 137.7 MHz

TEST

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1. Set Channel Spacing to 25MHz.
2. Set Signal generator for Carrier freq. 127MHz, 1uV output level, 30%modulation,
1KHz audio frequency.
3. Measure reference IF AGC voltage.
4. Set Signal Generator to carrier frequency 169.8MHz, 10mV output, 30%
modulation, 1Khz audio frequency.
5. Measure IF AGC voltage.
6. Set signal generator to carrier frequency 137.7MHz, 10mV output, 30%
modulation, 1KHz audio frequency.
7. Measure IF AGC voltage.
• Verify: (Reference IF AGC voltage – measured IF AGC voltage) > 0.
Desensitization
With a ‐87 dBm signal at the receiver input modulated 30 % with 1 kHz and at the
desired channel frequency, the receiver signal + noise to noise ratio must not decrease to
less than 6 dB:
1. In the presence of an unmodulated carrier having a level of ‐33 dBm at the
receiver input terminals and at frequencies between 108 and 156 MHz, including
the frequencies equivalent to the next higher and the next lower channels to
which the receiver can be tuned, but excluding the frequency range between
these two channels.
receiver input terminals and at any frequency within the range 50 kHz and 1215
MHz, except for discrete spurious response frequencies. This excludes the
frequencies within the range 87.5 and 156 MHz. At the discrete spurious
response frequencies, the unmodulated carrier (undesired signal) must have a
level of ‐33 dBm at the receiver input terminals.
receiver input terminals and at frequencies between 87.5 and 107.9 MHz.

• Manually test per instructions found in DO186a 2.2.11.
Channel Selection Time
The time required for the receiver audio to reach and remain within 3 dB of steady‐state
output must not exceed 100 msec when a channel is selected.
NOTE
Use an oscilloscope to perform this test.

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2. Select 25 kHz channel spacing mode.
3. Generate an RF signal with 30% modulation, a modulation frequency of 1,000
Hz, an RF carrier frequency of 136.975 MHz, and an RF input level of –53 dBm.
5. Select 118.000 MHz as the standby frequency.
6. Ground the COM REMOTE TRANSFER pin (J2‐15). This will switch the active
frequency to 118.000 MHz.
7. Ground the COM REMOTE TRANSFER pin (J2‐15). This will return the receiver
to 136.975 MHz. Observe and capture the waveform showing the time it takes
for the audio output to stabilize. Scope must be triggered with the remote
transfer signal.
8. Ground the COM REMOTE TRANSFER pin (J2‐15). This will return the receiver
to 118.000 MHz. Observe and capture the waveform showing the time it takes
for the audio output to stabilize. Scope must be triggered with the remote
transfer signal.

Verify: Audio output stabilizes in < 100msec.
•
Birdie Channels
Equivalent carrier level must not be greater than 0.5 uV on all channels. AGC reference
is taken from an adjacent channel. Known birdie channels in 25 kHz mode are 119.750,
130.950, 131.725, 128.000, and 118.000. Known birdie channels in 8.33 kHz channel
mode are 119.735, 119.740, 119.760, 119.765, 131.710, 131.715, 131.735, 131.740, 130.940.
1. Set unit channel spacing to 25KHz.
2. Set unit channel to known birdie channel.
3. Generate signal at known birdie channel with 30% modulation, 1KHz
modulation frequency, and output level of 2uV.
4. Measure SNR, averaged over 10 readings. Store result.
5. Repeat steps 1‐4 for each tested birdie channel.

TEST
• Verify: Measured SNR ≥ 6.0 dB.

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LO Radiation
The received LO radiation must not exceed ‐ 57 dBm out of the antenna port.
1. Set channel spacing mode to 25 kHz.
2. Set RF carrier frequency to 127.000 MHz.
3. Ensure that the COM is not in transmit mode.
4. Set Spectrum Analyzer for Center Frequency of 148.400MHz, 10KHz/div. span.
5. Measure peak RF output power from the COM antenna port at 148.400 MHz.

• Verify: Peak RF output power ≤‐57dBm.
Adjacent Channel Rejection (8.33 kHz Mode Only)
The Adjacent Channel Rejection (ratio between the desired signal level and the lowest
interfering signal level) must be at least 45 dB under the following conditions: the
desired on‐channel signal is modulated 60% at 1000 Hz at a level sufficient to produce a
S+N/N of 20 dB, and an interfering signal on the adjacent upper and lower 8.33 kHz
channel is modulated 60% at 400 Hz adjusted to a level that reduces the S+N/N of the
desired signal from 20 dB to 14 dB.

Test manually per instructions found in DO186a 2.2.16.
COM Transmitter Requirements
The 8.33 kHz channel mode uses a channel ID that does not match the actual operating
frequency. Channel ID is used in this document to specify test frequency. The table
below shows the channel ID and frequency for the standard transmitter test channels.
25 kHz Channel 8.33 kHz Channel Channel Frequency

118.500 118.505 118.500 MHz
127.500 127.505 127.500 MHz
136.500 136.505 136.500 MHz
RF Power Output
The transmitter must deliver a minimum output power as shown in the below table. The
power must not vary more than 3 watts across the operating band as described in the
com frequency range section. Transmitter power must be measured at channels 118.500,
127.500, and 136.500.
NOTE
Except as noted below, all transmitter measurements are taken at the
transmit RF output BNC connector with a standard load of 50 ohms.

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NOTE
The 8.33 kHz channel mode uses a channel ID that does not match the
actual operating frequency. Channel ID is used to specify test frequency.
The table below shows the channel ID and frequency for the standard transmitter test
channels RF output BNC connector with a standard load of 50 ohms.
1. Set unit for 118.500MHz.
2. Turn off Mic Audio.
3. Key Mic.
4. Measure TX CW power in Watts.
5. Unkey Mic.
6. Repeat steps 2‐5 at 127.500MHz and 136.5MHz.
Power Input Voltage Range (V) 27.51 13.752 27.53

Minimum Transmitter Power (W) 10 10 16
110 W 28V only units
210 W 14/28V units
316 W units

• Verify: 10W Com: 10‐14W
• Verify: 16W Com: 16‐22W
Modulation Capability
• The modulation must not be less than 70% and not greater than 99.99% with a
standard modulator signal applied to the transmitter. Modulation must be measured
at channels 118.500, 127.500 and 136.500.
• The Mic adjustment must be capable of adjusting the input signal level from 70
mVrms to 3 Vrms and maintain the specification of DO186a 2.3.3.
• The Mic compressor must have a minimum dynamic range of 20 dB. Measure at
channel 127.000.
• The Mic compressor must clip 3 dB above the dynamic range.
• The Mic Compressor attack time must be less than 20 msec and the decay time must
be greater than 400 msec.
1. Generate and apply a standard mic test signal.
2. Set carrier frequency to 118.000 MHz.
3. Key the transmitter.
4. Measure AM modulation of the transmitted signal.
5. Unkey the transmitter.
6. Repeat steps 2‐6 at carrier frequencies of 127.000 MHz and 136.975 MHz.

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• Verify: 10 Watt Com: Modulation is between 80% and 95%. 16 Watt Com: Modulation
is between 80 and 100%
2. Set signal generator for standard mic audio signal.
3. Key Mic.
4. Measure AM depth of modulation.
5. set mic audio for 2.75V.
• Verify: Difference in modulation is 0dB (±0.5dB)
Carrier Noise Level
The demodulated noise on the transmitter output, without audio modulation, must be at
least 45 dB below the demodulated audio level obtained when the transmitter is
modulated with a standard mic input signal. Measure at channels 118.500, 127.500, and
136.500.
4. Measure signal to noise ratio (SNR) of the transmitter output.
6. Repeat steps 3‐5 using RF carrier frequencies of 127.000 MHz and 136.975 MHz.
• Verify: SNR ≥ 45dB
Frequency Stability and Tolerance
The RF carrier frequency must be within 0.0005% (5 PPM) of the selected channel
frequency when the transmitter is modulated with a standard mic input signal.
Measure at channels 118.500, 127.500, and 136.500.
Frequency Error:
2. Generate and apply a Standard Mic Audio signal.
3. Key Mic.
4. Measure frequency error.
5. Unkey Mic.
• Verify: Frequency error is 0 (±5PPM)

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Demodulated Audio Distortion
The combined total of distortion and noise in the demodulated output must not exceed
10% of the total demodulated output at modulation frequencies of 350, 1000, and 2500
Hz when the transmitter is modulated with a standard mic input signal.
1. Set RF carrier frequency to 118.500 MHz.
2. Generate and apply a standard mic test signal, but set the frequency to 350 Hz.
4. Measure distortion of the signal after the AM demodulator.
6. Repeat steps 2‐5, setting the audio frequency to 1,000 Hz and 2,500 Hz.
7. Repeat steps 1‐6, setting the RF carrier frequency to 127.500 MHz and 136.500
MHz.
Channel ID Modulation Freq (Hz)

118.500 350
118.500 1000
118.500 2500
127.500 350
127.500 1000
127.500 2500
136.500 350
136.500 1000
136.500 2500
• Verify: Demodulated Audio Distortion ≤ 10% on all tests.
Sidetone Audio Response
a. The sidetone audio frequency response must not vary more than 6 dB over the
frequency range of 350 to 2500 Hz, when the audio input is held constant at the
value which produces 70% modulation at the frequency of maximum response.
b. The sidetone audio level must be capable of adjusting from 1.4 to 7.07 Vrms when
the transmitter is modulated with a standard mic input signal.
c. The nominal sidetone audio level must be set to 1.4 Vrms into a 500 ohm load when
the transmitter is modulated with a standard mic input signal. Measure at 118.500,
127.500, and 136.500.

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Signal Name Signal Pin Reference Name Reference Pin Load

COMM AUDIO HI J2-7 COMM AUDIO LO J2-19 500 Ohms
2. Generate and apply Standard Mic Audio Signal.
3. Key Mic.
4. Measure RMS audio level.
5. Unkey Mic.
6. Repeat steps 1‐5 for 127.500MHz and 136.500MHz.
Verify: audio level is between 1.12 and 1.68 Vrms.
•
Spurious Emissions
Spurious emissions below 1000 MHz must not exceed ‐36 dBm, with a measurement
bandwidth of 1 kHz. Above 1000 MHz, spurious emissions must not exceed ‐30 dBm
with a measurement bandwidth of 10 kHz.
2. Set Spectrum Analyzer as follows:
• Reference Level: ‐30dBm
• Center Frequency: 600MHz
• Span: 800MHz
• Marker ON
3. Key Mic.
4. Measure Peak using measurement averaging.
5. Unkey Mic.
6. Add 30dBm to measurement to account for internal attenuator inside ATE panel.
• Verify: Result must be ≤ 36dBm.
VSWR
When a 3:1 mismatch is applied to the transmitter output terminals at all possible phase
angles, the power output must be at minimum 5 watts for a 10 watt radio, or 8 watts
minimum for a 16 watt radio, across the entire band of operation. The requirements of
the demodulated audio distortion and spurious emissions sections must be met with the
following exceptions: the total noise and distortion of the modulated transmitter must
not exceed 25%, and harmonically related spurious emissions must not exceed ‐16 dBm.
Perform test at frequencies of 118.500, 127.500 , and 136.500 MHz.

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Frequency Modulation
NOTE
FM deviation is to be measured with a detector calibrated to respond
according to the formula: [RMS * Sqrt(2)].

When the transmitter is modulated with a standard mic input signal, the frequency
deviation due to unwanted frequency modulation of the carrier must not exceed ± 1000
Hz. Measure at channels 118.500, 127.500, and 136.500.
4. Measure FM Deviation.
6. Repeat steps 2‐5, setting RF carrier frequency to 127.500 MHz and 136.500 MHz.
• Verify: FM deviation is <= 1000Hz.
Demodulated Audio Response
With the transmitter set to 70% modulation at the frequency of maximum response, the
frequency response of the audio output must not vary more than 6 dB when the audio
input frequency is swept from 350 to 2500 Hz. Measure at channel 127.500 while
sweeping the modulation from 350 Hz to 2500 Hz in 100 Hz increments.
2. Generate and apply standard mic audio test signal.
3. Key Mic.
5. Adjust mic audio signal level for 70% modulation. If mic audio goes less than
100mV, and unit still shows greater than 70% modulation, abort test, record as
test failure.
6. Record reference input level. Unkey Mic.
7. Set audio test for 350Hz, at recorded reference input level.
8. Key Mic. Measure modulation level in dB and record as reference.
9. Measure AM depth in dB while sweeping audio from 400‐2500Hz, in 100Hz
steps.
10. Record Max and Min levels found. Unkey Mic.
• Difference between Max and Min values found must be ≤ 6dB.

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4.10.3 NAV Receiver

Voice/Ident Audio Output Level
1. Apply a standard audio test signal having a RF level of ‐93 dBm.
2. Select maximum audio (volume control turned fully clockwise), and turn off the
ident filter.
3. Measure 500 Ω VOR/ILS AUDIO HI J6‐16 with respect to 500 Ω VOR/ILS AUDIO
LO J6‐17.
4. Verify an audio output level into a 500 ohm load that is not less than 20 Vpp
(7.07 Vrms).
5. Select minimum audio (volume control turned fully counter clockwise without
turning off).
6. Verify an audio output level into a 500 ohm load that is not more than 63 mVpp
(22 mVrms).
Voice/Ident Audio Frequency Response
Measure NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 with respect to NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17.
Requirements
1. With the IDENT mode selected, the difference between the maximum and
minimum VOICE/IDENT audio output levels measured at the NAV AUDIO HI
output for 350 Hz and 2500 Hz relative to the frequency of max output must be
less than 6 dB, when the RF input level is ‐73 dBm.
2. With the IDENT mode selected, the difference between the maximum and
minimum VOICE/IDENT audio output levels measured at the NAV AUDIO HI
output for 150 Hz relative to the frequency of max output, and for 9000 Hz
relative to the frequency of max output must be not be less than 20 dB, when the
RF input level is ‐73 dBm.
Voice/Ident Audio Distortion
This test is measured at NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 with respect to NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17.
Use ‐79 dBm for this test since distortion at lower RF level is higher.
Requirement
The combined distortion and noise in the receiver VOICE/IDENT audio output must not
exceed 10% at all levels up to 100 mW. This requirement must be met over the RF input
range of ‐79 to ‐27 dBm, using a Standard VOR Audio Test Signal at modulation
frequencies of 350 Hz , 1000 Hz, and 2500 Hz.

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VOR AGC
Measure NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 with respect to NAV AUDIO LO (GND) J6‐17. Must be
in IDENT mode to pass 1000 Hz tone.
Requirement
Between the limits of ‐99 dBm and ‐13 dBm input of a Standard VOR Audio Test Signal,
the difference between the maximum and the minimum VOICE/IDENT audio output
levels must not exceed 3 dB.
Localizer
Measure at NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 with respect to NAV AUDIO LO (GND) J6‐17. Must
be in IDENT mode to pass 1000 Hz tone.
Requirement
Between the limits of ‐86 dBm and ‐33 dBm input of a Standard Localizer Audio Test
Signal, the difference between the maximum and the minimum VOICE/IDENT audio
output levels must not exceed 3 dB.
VOR Audio Sensitivity
This test is measured at NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17. Apply a ‐
103.5 dBm RF level to the RF input. Must be in IDENT mode to pass 1000 Hz tone.
Requirement
The Audio SINAD must not be less than 6 dB with a Standard VOR Audio Test signal at
RF frequencies of 108.00 MHz, 112.50 MHz, 112.55 MHz, and 117.95 MHz.
Localizer (Optional Test)
Measure at the NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17 outputs with a
Standard Localizer Audio Test signal at RF frequencies of 108.10 MHz and 111.95 MHz.
Must be in IDENT mode to pass 1000 Hz tone.
Requirement
The Audio SINAD must not be less than 6 dB.
Receiver Quieting
Apply a ‐86 dBm RF level to the RF input.
Requirement
The Audio SINAD must not be less than 25 dB when measured at the NAV AUDIO HI
J6‐16 and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17 outputs with a Standard VOR Audio Test signal at
108.00 MHz.

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Ident/Voice Tone Ratio
Apply a ‐67 dBm RF level applied to the RF input:
Requirements
The ident/tone ratio must not be less than 20 dB when measured at the NAV
AUDIO HI J6‐16 and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17 outputs with a Standard VOR
Audio Test signal with modulation frequency of 1020 Hz at 108.00 MHz or with a
Standard Localizer Audio Test signal with modulation frequency of 1020 Hz at
108.10 MHz.
Flag Sensitivity
NOTE
A NAV +FLAG output voltage of greater than 260 millivolts fully
conceals the indicator flag (OUT OF VIEW) and a NAV +FLAG output
voltage of less than 125 millivolts fully reveals the indicator flag (IN
VIEW).
Apply a ‐103.5 dBm RF level applied to the RF input.
Requirements
1. The NAV +FLAG output must not be less than 260 millivolts when measured at
the NAV +FLAG J6‐3 and NAV ‐FLAG (NAV COMMON) J6‐4 outputs with a
Standard VOR Test Signal at 108.00 MHz or a Standard Localizer Test Signal at
108.10 MHz.
Standard VOR Test Signal at 108.00 MHz and the bearing error must be less than
3 degrees.
Standard Localizer Test Signal at 108.10 MHz. (Optional Test)
4. The NAV +FLAG output must not be more than 125 millivolts (Flagged) when
measured at the NAV +FLAG J6‐3 and NAV ‐FLAG (NAV COMMON) J6‐4
outputs with a Standard Localizer Test Signal at 108.10 MHz when the RF level is
lowered to the Flag threshold level such that it causes the course deviation
output (NAV +LEFT) to be less than 50% of standard deflection. 50% of standard
deflection in LOC mode is 45 millivolts. Flag threshold deflection percentage
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5. The NAV +FLAG J6‐3 output with respect to the NAV –FLAG (NAV COMMON)
J6‐4 output must not be less than 260mV with a Standard VOR Test Signal at
108.00 MHz at a level of –106.5 dBm. These same outputs must be 0±25mV with a
Standard VOR Test Signal at 108.00 MHz at a level of –115.00 dBm.
VOR Course Deviation Sensitivity
The receiver sensitivity must meet the following requirements with a ‐103.5 dBm RF
level applied to the RF input:
The magnitude of the course deviation output must not be less than 60% (90 millivolts)
of the nominal output (150 millivolts) measured at the NAV +LEFT J6‐5 and NAV
+RIGHT (NAV COMMON) J6‐6 outputs with a Standard VOR Deviation Signal at 108.00
MHz.
The magnitude of the course deviation output must be 0±45mV measured at the NAV
+LEFT J6‐5 and NAV +RIGHT (NAV COMMON) J6‐6 outputs with a –106.5 dBm RF
level Standard VOR Deviation Signal at 108.00 MHz with OBS and Signal Generator
bearings set to 150 degrees ‘FROM’.
Localizer Course Deviation Sensitivity
The magnitude of the course deviation output must not be less than 60% (54 millivolts)
of the nominal output (90 millivolts) measured at the NAV +LEFT J6‐5 and NAV
+RIGHT (NAV COMMON) J6‐6 outputs with a Standard Localizer Deviation Signal at
108.10 MHz.
VOR
The VOR Course Deviation Flag must be flagged when measured through the VLOC
SERIAL OUTJ10‐10:
• In the absence of an RF signal.
• In the absence of the 9960 Hz modulation on an otherwise Standard VOR
Test Signal of ‐93 to ‐27 dBm.
• In the absence of either one of the two 30 Hz modulations on an otherwise
Standard VOR Test Signal of ‐93 to ‐27 dBm.
• When a ‐67 dBm VOR carrier at the selected frequency is modulated 30%
only by an audio signal at 350 Hz, 1000 Hz, or 2500 Hz.
• When the RF level of a Standard VOR Test Signal is such that the deviation
sensitivity is 1/2 that with a ‐73 dBm signal. Verify that the bearing error is
less than 3 degrees at a RF level just above the flagged level. Note: there is
3 dB of hysterisis on the VOR flag output.
• The VOR Course Deviation Flag must not be flagged when measured
through the VLOC SERIAL OUT J10‐10:
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• When the RF level of a standard VOR test signal is varied over the range of
at least ‐93 to ‐27 dBm. Use only ‐93 dBm for this test since it will flag
before the ‐27 dBm signal will.
Localizer (Optional Test)
The Localizer Course Deviation Flag must be flagged when measured through the
VLOC SERIAL OUT J10‐10:
• In the absence of an RF signal.
• When either the 90 Hz or 150 Hz modulating signals is removed and the
other is maintained at its normal 20%.
• In the absence of both 90 and 150 Hz modulation.
• When the level of a standard localizer deviation test signal produces 50%
(0.0465 ddm) or less of standard deflection of the deviation indicator. Note:
there is 2 dB of hysterisis on the LOC flag output.
VOR OBS Bearing Accuracy
The bearing information when measured through the VLOC SERIAL OUT
J10‐10 must not have an error in excess of 2 degrees using a Standard VOR
Test Signal and a Precision Track Selector or similar device at 60, 150, 240,
and 330 degrees in course angle.
Selectivity (Bandwidth)
The frequency response must not vary more than 6 dB as measured by the
NAV IF AGC J6‐7 voltage over the frequency range fc + 16.5 KHz to fc ‐ 16.5
KHz where fc is the assigned channel frequency.
Localizer (Bandwidth)
• The course deviation measured through VLOC SERIAL OUT J10‐10 must
be 0 ddm +/‐ 0.0093ddm when using the Standard Localizer Centering Test
Signal as the RF frequency is varied from fc + 9 KHz to fc ‐ 9 KHz from the
assigned channel.
• Nose Bandwidth: The input signal level required to produce the reference
NAV IF AGC J6‐7 voltage must not vary more than 6 dB over the input
signal frequency range of fc + 9 KHz to fc ‐ 9 KHz from the assigned
channel frequency. (Optional Test).

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• Skirt Bandwidth: At frequencies of fc + 36 KHz and fc ‐ 36 KHz the input
signal level required to produce reference NAV IF AGC J6‐7 voltage must
be at least 69 dB greater than the level required to produce reference AGC
voltage at the assigned channel frequency.
Spurious Response
VOR
With the VOR receiver tuned to 117.95 MHz, the input signal level of an undesired
image frequency of 77.15 MHz required to produce a detector‐carrier (AGC) level
obtained at the NAV IF AGC J6‐7 output with a ‐93 dBm Standard Localizer Audio Test
Signal must not be less than ‐13 dBm.
Localizer
With the Localizer receiver tuned to 111.95 MHz, the input signal level of an undesired
image frequency of 71.15 MHz required to produce a detector‐carrier (AGC) level
obtained at the NAV IF AGC J6‐7 output with a ‐93 dBm Standard Localizer Audio Test
Signal must not be less than ‐13 dBm.
Centering Accuracy
The centering error measured through VLOC SERIAL OUT J10‐10 must be less than
0.00465 ddm (4.5 millivolts (5%)) using a Standard Localizer Centering Test Signal.

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Deflection Balance
1. When the receiver has been adjusted to produce a course deviation output
standard deflection (0.093 ddm produces 90 millivolt NAV +LEFT output
voltage) with a ‐53 dBm Standard Localizer Deviation Test Signal, 90 Hz greater
than 150 Hz, the deviation of opposite polarity obtained when the signal is
modulated with 150 Hz greater than 90 Hz must be within 8% (7.2 millivolts) of
the standard deflection as tested in HOT and COLD environments, and must be
within 4% (3.6 millivolts) of the standard deflection as tested at AMBIENT.
2. Measure NAV +LEFT J6‐5 with respect to NAV +RIGHT J6‐6.
Harmonic Distortion
With a ‐53 dBm signal amplitude modulated 30% at 1 KHz, the total harmonic distortion
measured at the NAV AUDIO HI J6‐16 and NAV AUDIO LO J6‐17 outputs must be less
than 5%.
Glideslope Tests
Course Deviation Output Characteristic
The deviation output must be capable of driving up to three 1000 ohm meter loads with
± 150 ± 15 millivolts for full scale deflection. The drive circuit must provide for more
than full scale deflection with a maximum course deviation output voltage of ± 300
millivolts ± 30 millivolts.
Course Deviation Centering Accuracy
When centered the deflection output must be 0 millivolts ± 7.8 millivolts.
Course Deviation Deflection Accuracy
With a standard deflection ‘FLY DOWN’ condition (90 Hz dominant), the output must
be ‐78 millivolts ± 7.8 millivolts.
With a standard deflection ‘FLY UP’ condition (150 Hz dominant), the output must be
+78 millivolts ± 7.8 millivolts.
Course Deviation Flag
When valid information is present (Flag out of view) the course deviation flag output
must be 375 millivolts ± 80 millivolts.
When invalid information is present (Flag in view) the course deviation flag output
must be 0 millivolts ±25 millivolts.
Glideslope Superflag Output
When the course deviation is valid (Flag out of view) the G/S Superflag output must
sink at least 10ma down to 1 Volt.

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When the course deviation is invalid (Flag in view) the G/S Superflag output must sink
less than 10ua.
Receiver Sensitivity
The receiver sensitivity measured through G/S SERIAL_OUT must be better than ‐
92dBm. Measure at G/S (LOC) frequencies of 329.15 MHz (108.95 MHz), 332.00 MHz
(109.30 MHz), and 335.00 MHz (110.30 MHz). The receiver sensitivity is defined as:
The minimum RF input level of a Standard Glideslope Deflection test signal which
results in a maximum deviation .0546 ddm, 60% of standard deflection.
Sensitivity Variation
The receiver sensitivity variation must not be greater than 3dB when the input
Frequency is varied from 329.15MHz to 335MHz.
Centering Accuracy
The Centering Accuracy measured through G/S SERIAL_OUT must be 0 ddm ±
.0091ddm when using the Standard Glideslope Centering Test Signal.
AGC
The course deviation measured through G/S SERIAL_OUT must be 0 ddm ± .0091ddm
when using the Glideslope Centering Test Signal as the RF level is varied between ‐76
dBm to ‐33 dBm. (Optional Test)
The course deviation measured through G/S SERIAL_OUT must be 0.091 ddm ±
.0091ddm when using the Standard Glideslope Deviation Test Signal as the RF level is
varied between ‐76 dBm to ‐33 dBm
Selectivity (Bandwidth)
The course deviation measured through G/S SERIAL_OUT must be 0 ddm ± .0091ddm
when using the Glideslope Centering Test Signal at ‐87 dBm as the RF frequency is
varied ±17kHz from the assigned channel.
Deflection Error: At frequencies displaced by ±17 KHz from the assigned channel
frequency, a ‐87 dBm 0.091 ddm standard Glideslope signal must produce a dbar output
voltage of 78 mV ±10 mV.
Nose Bandwidth: The input signal level required to produce the reference AGC voltage
must not vary more than 6 dB over the input signal frequency range of ±17 KHz from
the assigned channel frequency.
Skirt Bandwidth: At frequencies displaced by ±132 KHz on either side of the assigned
channel frequency, the input signal level required to produce reference AGC voltage
must be at least 60 dB , respectively, greater than the level required to produce reference
AGC voltage at the assigned channel frequency. (Optional Test)

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Deflection Balance
The standard deflection at ‐56dBm with the 90Hz greater than 150Hz, and the standard
deflection with the 150Hz greater than 90Hz must be within ± 0.00728 ddm and opposite
polarity as tested in HOT and COLD environments, and must be within ± 0.005 ddm
and opposite polarity as tested at AMBIENT when measured through G/S
SERIAL_OUT.
The standard deflection at ‐56dBm with the 90Hz greater than 150Hz, and the standard
deflection with the 150Hz greater than 90Hz must be within ± 6.24mV and opposite
polarity as tested in HOT and COLD environments, and must be within ± 5mV and
opposite polarity as tested at AMBIENT when measured through G/S + UP.
Glideslope Course Deviation Flag
The Glideslope course Deviation Flag must be flagged when measured through G/S
SERIAL_OUT:
When the RF level of a standard deviation test signal produces 50% or less of standard
deflection of the deviation indicator
In the absence of 150 Hz modulation.
In the absence of 90 modulation.
In the absence of both 90 and 150 Hz modulation.
In the absence of RF.
The G/S +FLAG output must be 0+/‐25 millivolts (Flagged) when measured at the G/S
+FLAG J6‐30 and G/S ‐FLAG (G/S COMMON) J6‐31 outputs with a Standard Glideslope
Deviation Test Signal at 334.7 MHz (108.10 MHz LOC freq) when the RF level is lowered
to the Flag threshold level such that it causes the course deviation output (G/S +UP) J6‐
32 to be less than 50% of standard deflection. 50% of standard deflection is 39 millivolts.
Flag threshold deflection percentage must be greater than 50%.
Spurious Response
The RF level of undesired image frequency test signal of 245 MHz must be greater than
‐27dBm to produce an AGC level equal to that of a desired frequency having a level of
‐87dBm when the Glideslope receiver is tuned to 335 MHz. The undesired test signal
must consist of a standard glideslope signal in which the 150 Hz signal is modulated at
30%.

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4.11 TESTING FAILURES

Table 4‐6 lists recommended actions based on Main Board failures that occurred during
testing. Perform the recommended actions in the order given in the table.
TEST FAILURE RECOMMENDED ACTION
BUS Power Return the unit for service

Push Button Response Check Applicable Flex
Replace Keyboard
Replace CDU
Return the unit for service
Rotary Knobs Check Applicable Flex
Replace CDU
Data Card Tests Replace Map Board
Photocell Check Applicable Flex
Replaced Keyboard
Replace CDU
Lighting BUS Input Return the unit for service
Lighting BUS AC Return the unit for service
Lighting BUS DC Return the unit for service
Memory Battery Voltage Replace Memory Battery
Display Pattern Test Check Applicable Flex
Replace CDU
Display Max Level Test Replace Inverter Board
Replace CDU
Display Dim Test Replace Inverter Board
Replace CDU
Table 4-6. Testing Failures⎯Main Board

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TEST FAILURE RECOMMENDED ACTION
Keyboard LED Dim Test Check Applicable Flex

Replaced Keyboard
Replace CDU
GPS Receiver Sensitivity Replace GPS Module
GPS Antenna Bias Replace GPS Module
GPS Signal Replace GPS Module
Time Mark Output Replace GPS Module
Table 4-6. Testing Failures⎯Main Board (continued)
4.11.1 Other Testing Failures

Replace the Com Board if any Com Board test fails (if the input test fails, the problem
could be a faulty Main Board). Replace the Nav Board if any Nav Board test fails.
Replace the Glideslope Board if any Glideslope Board test fails.
4.12 RETURN TO SERVICE TEST

When a board is replaced and the unit has been reassembled, verify that the power‐up
self‐test sequence is successfully completed and no failure messages are displayed.
Ground checks that are described in the GNS 500W Installation Manual may be adapted
for bench checkout and may be useful in verifying that a reassembled unit is working
properly.

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SECTION 5
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
This section provides replacement procedures for all serviceable parts listed in
Section 6.
NOTE
All units contains static sensitive components. Observe proper anti‐
static procedures when replacing parts.
5.1 TOOLS
Standard avionics shop tools can be used to replace parts.
5.2 INSPECTION
Perform the following inspection procedures on an assembled unit before replacing any
parts.
1. Verify that all screws are secure and in place.
2. Verify that the display face is clean.
3. Verify that external surfaces have no dents, scratches, etc.
4. Inspect for broken or bent pins on external connectors.
5. Inspect internal areas for obvious shorts, burned areas, or corrosion.
6. Inspect for charred, loose, or damaged components.
7. Inspect wires and cables for breaks in insulation or tears.
5.3 UNIT DESCRIPTION
All models are very similar in their design and board location.
5.3.3 Main and Nav Chassis
All boards are contained within cavities in two chassis, the Main and Nav. The two
chassis are hinged together at the front and rear and fold open exposing the following
boards (refer to Figures 5‐1 and 5‐2):
All Models:
• CDU Assembly
• Bottom Cover
• Pawl Lock
• Inverter Board
• GPS WAAS Chassis

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• Video Board
• Main Board Memory Battery
GNS 530W Only:
• Com Board
• Nav Receiver
• Glideslope Board
Figure 5-1. GNS 530W Series Assembly

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Figure 5-2. GPS 500W Series Assembly

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5.4 PROCEDURES
5.4.1 DATA CARDS
Remove all Data Cards from the unit before replacing parts. Remove the cards with the
power turned off.
5.4.1.1 Jeppesen
To remove the Jeppesen NavData® Data Card:
1. Gently press on the tab—using a slight motion toward the right—at the front
center of the NavData card. This will partially deploy the swing arm handle.
2. Rotate the swing arm handle outward until it locks into place, perpendicular to
the face of the unit.
3. Grasp the swing arm handle between the thumb and forefinger, and pull directly
away from the face of the unit to unseat the connector and remove the NavData
card.
To insert the NavData Card:
1. Place the card into the NavData card slot (left card slot), with the label facing up.
2. Press the NavData card into place until it seats on the internal connector and the
front of the card is flush with the face of the unit. If the swing arm handle is out,
gently close the handle and push it into place flush with the face of the unit.
5.4.1.2 Terrain
To remove the Terrain Data Card:
1. Gently press on the tab—using a slight motion toward the right—at the front
center of the Terrain Data card. This will partially deploy the swing arm handle.
2. Rotate the swing arm handle outward until it locks into place, perpendicular to
the face of the unit.
3. Grasp the swing arm handle between the thumb and forefinger, and pull directly
away from the face of the unit to unseat the connector and remove the Terrain
Data card.
To insert the Terrain Data Card:
1. Place the data card into the Terrain Data card slot (right card slot), with the label
facing up.
2. Press the Terrain Data Card into place until it seats on the internal connector and
the front of the card is flush with the face of the unit. If the swing arm handle is
out, gently close the handle and push it into place flush with the face of the unit.

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5.4.2 All Models

NOTE
Do not remove the Mylar™ insulators during disassembly. They
prevent the shorting out of boards and board components. The
insulators may be ordered if damaged (Section 6).
5.4.2.1 Covers (Figure 5-3)
Removal
1. Remove four screws (1) that attach Top Cover (2) to Main Chassis (3) and remove
Top Cover.
2. Remove seven screws (4) that attach Bottom Cover (5) to Nav Chassis (6) and
remove Bottom Cover.
Replacement
1. Install four screws (1) that attach Top Cover (2) to Main Chassis (3).
2. Install seven screws (4) that attach Bottom Cover (5) to Nav Chassis (6).

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Figure 5-3. Top Assembly

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5.4.2.2 Pawl Lock (Figure 5-4)

Removal
Remove four screws (1) that attach Pawl Lock (2) to Bottom Cover (3). Remove
Pawl Lock.
Replacement
Install four screws (1) that attach Pawl Lock (2) to Bottom Cover (3). Attach Pawl
Lock.
Figure 5-4. Bottom Cover

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5.4.2.3 CDU Assembly (Figure 5-3)

Removal
1. Remove Top and Bottom Covers (section 5.5.2.1).
2. Disconnect all cables and flex connections connecting the CDU Assembly (7) to
the rest of the unit.
3. Remove two screws (8) from Main Chassis (3) attaching CDU Assembly (7).
Replacement
1. Connect all cables and flex connections connecting the CDU Assembly (7) to the
rest of the unit.
2. Install two screws (8) attaching CDU Assembly to Main Chassis (3).
3. Install Top and Bottom Covers (section 5.5.2.1).
5.4.2.4 Both Chassis (Figure 5-3)
Separate (fold open) Main Chassis (3) from Nav Chassis (9):
1. Disconnect Ribbon Cable Strip (10).
2. Remove Screw (14).
3. Remove Shoulder Screws (11) that secure the front and rear hinges (12 and 13).
Separate (fold open) the two chassis.
Attach Main Chassis to Nav Chassis:
1. Remove Screw (14).
2. Remove Shoulder Screws (11) that secure the front and rear hinges (12 and 13).
Separate (fold open) the two Chassis.
3. Connect Ribbon Cable Strip (10).


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5.4.3 GNS 530W Units
5.4.3.1 Main Chassis Bottom Cavity (Figure 5-5)
Inverter Board
Removal
1. Remove Top Cover (section 5.5.2.1).
2. Disconnect Red and Blue LCD Cable that is attached to Inverter Board (1).
3. Remove three screws (2). Remove Inverter Board and Insulator (3).
Replacement
1. Install Inverter Board Insulator (3). Install three screws (2) attaching Inverter
Board (2).
2. Connect Red and Blue LCD Cable attached to Inverter Board.
3. Attach Top Cover (section 5.5.2.1).
Com Board
Removal
1. Remove Top Cover (section 5.5.2.1).
2. Remove three Com Board Covers (4).
3. Unsolder Buss Wire (Detail A) from Coax Connector.
4. Remove two screws (6) attaching 25‐pin connector to Main Chassis (7).
5. Remove three screws (8) that secure Com Board (5) to Main Chassis (7).
6. Remove two screws (9) securing MOSFET to Main Chassis.
7. Remove Com Board (5) and Com Board Insulator (3).
Replacement
1. Install Com Board Insulator (3).
2. Place Com Board (5) in place and attach it to Main Chassis (7) using three screws
(8).
3. Install two screws (6) and attach 25‐pin connector to Main Chassis (7 ).
4. Solder Buss Wire (Detail A) from Com Board (5) to Coax Connector.
5. Install three Com Board Covers (4).

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Figure 5-5. Main Chassis Bottom Cavity

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5.4.3.2 Main Chassis Top Cavity (Figure 5-6)

WAAS GPS Chassis
Removal
1. Remove one screw (1) attaching WAAS GPS Module (2) to Main Board (3).
Remove three screws (4) attaching WAAS GPS Module to Main Chassis (5).
2. Lift WAAS GPS Module off of Main Board Connector and out of the Main
Chassis (5).
Replacement
1. Place replacement WAAS GPS Module on Main Board Connector.
2. Install one screw (1) securing WAAS GPS Module to Main Board.
3. Install three screws (4) attaching WAAS GPS Module to Main Chassis.
Main Board
The Main Board is not a serviceable item, but must be removed in order to
replace the Memory Battery.
Removal
1. Remove CDU Assembly (Section 5.5.2.3).
2. Remove WAAS GPS Module from Main Board (section above).
3. Remove GPS Ribbon Cable that is attached to the Main Board.
4. Remove two screws (6) attaching the 78‐pin connector to Main Chassis (5).
5. Remove five screws (7) that attach Main Board to Main Chassis.
6. Remove Main Board (3) but leave Mylar Insulator (8).
Replacement
1. Place Main Board in Main Chassis Cavity.
2. Attach with five screws (7).
3. Attach the 78‐pin connector to Main Chassis (5) using two screws (6).
4. Attach WAAS GPS Module to Main Board.
5. Connect GPS Ribbon Cable to the Main Board (3).
6. Install CDU Assembly according to the steps given in section 5.5.2.3.

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Figure 5-6. Main Chassis Top Cavity

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Main Board Memory Battery (Figure 5‐7)
The Main Board contains an internal battery used for the real time clock and GPS system
information that will last approximately 5‐8 years. Regular planned replacement is not
necessary. A ‘low battery’ message is displayed when replacement is required. Replace
the battery within 1 to 2 months after the low battery message is displayed. If the battery
is not replaced and becomes completely discharged, the unit will remain fully
operational but the GPS signal acquisition time may be increased. Partial disassembly of
the unit will be required to replace the battery.
Once the Main and Nav Chassis are separated, the Main Board is exposed and the Main
Board Memory Battery can be replaced.
Removal
1. Remove all electrical grounds from the unit to prevent the battery from shorting
out if a grounded tip soldering iron is used.
2. Unsolder the battery leads from the bottom side of the Main Board.
3. Carefully remove the battery by pulling it out from the top side of the Main
Board. The battery leads are soldered to the battery and cannot be removed.
Replacement
1. Install new battery and solder the leads from the bottom side of Main Board.
2. Clip battery leads to insure the battery does not short to the chassis.
3. Turn unit on.
4. Verify the Memory Battery Low message does not appear.
5. Turn unit off and carefully turn it over.
6. Verify memory battery voltage (measure from positive side of the battery to
ground) is at least +2.9 VDC.

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Figure 5-7. Memory Battery Location On Main Board

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5.4.3.3 Nav Chassis Top Cavity (Figure 5-8)

Nav Receiver Board
Removal
1. Separate Main Chassis from Nav Chassis (section 5.5.2.4).
2. Remove RF Cover (1).
3. Remove RF Cover (2 ).
4. Disconnect Ribbon Cable (3) connecting Nav Receiver Board and Glideslope
Receiver Board.
5. Remove screw (4) and remove RF Cover (5).
6. Unsolder the wire from Coax Connector (Detail A).
7. Remove two screws (6) that attach 44‐pin connector to Nav Chassis (7) and
remove Nav Receiver Board (8).
8. Remove four screws (9) that attach Nav Receiver Board (8) to Nav Chassis (7).
Replacement
1. Install two screws (6) and attach 44‐pin connector to Nav Chassis (7) and install
Nav Receiver Board (8).
2. Install four screws (9) and attach Nav Receiver Board (8) to Nav Chassis (7).
3. Solder wire from Coax Connector (Detail A ).
4. Install screw (4) and attach RF Cover (5).
5. Connect Ribbon Cable (3) to Nav Receiver Board (8).
6. Join Main Chassis to Nav Chassis (section 5.5.2.4).
Glideslope Receiver Board
Removal
1. Separate Main Chassis from Nav Chassis (section 5.5.2.4).
2. Remove Glideslope RF Board Cover (9).
3. Disconnect Ribbon Cable (3) from Glideslope Board (10).
4. Unsolder Connector Wire from Coax Connector (Detail A).
5. Remove three screws (11) that attach Glideslope Board (10) to Nav Chassis (7)
and remove Glideslope Board.


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Replacement
1. Install three screws (11) that attach Glideslope Board (10) to Nav Chassis (7) and
attach Glideslope Board.
2. Solder connector wire from Coax Connector (Detail A).
3. Connect Ribbon Cable (3) from Glideslope Board (10).
4. Install Glideslope Board RF Cover (9).
5. Join Main Chassis to Nav Chassis (section 5.5.2.4).

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Figure 5-8. Nav Chassis Top Cavity

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5.4.3.4 Nav Chassis Bottom Cavity (Figure 5-8)
Video Board
Removal
1. Remove Bottom Cover (section 5.5.2.1).
2. Remove four screws (12) that secure Video Board (13) to Nav Chassis (7)
Replacement
1. Install Bottom Cover (section 5.5.2.1).
2. Install four screws (12) and secure Video Board (13) to Nav Chassis (7).
5.4.4 GNS 500W Units
5.4.4.1 Main Chassis Bottom Cavity (Figure 5-5)
WAAS GPS Chassis
To remove the WAAS GPS Chassis, follow the procedures listed in section
5.5.3.2.
Main Board
To remove the main Board, follow the procedures listed in section 5.5.3.2.
Memory Battery Removal
To remove the Memory Battery, follow the procedures listed in section 5.5.3.2.
5.5.4.2 Main Chassis Top Cavity (Figure 5-6)
Inverter Board
To remove the Inverter Board, follow the procedures listed in section 5.5.3.1.
5.5.4.3 Nav Chassis Bottom Cavity (Figure 5-8)
Video Board
To remove the Video Board, follow the procedures listed in section 5.5.3.4.

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SECTION 6
SERVICE PARTS LIST
This section lists all of the assemblies that can be ordered from Garmin to repair a unit.
The service part numbers listed are referenced back to the figures illustrated in Section 5.
For orderable part information including availability, refer to the Garmin Aviation
Distributor Service Parts Price List or contact Garmin directly (Section 1).
The Main Board is not replaceable. Main Boards can have a different software
configuration even though their part numbers may be the same.
NOTE
Miscellaneous parts and hardware such as RF Shields, Mylar Board
Insulators, knobs, and certain screws may be available but are not
listed in the tables. Contact Garmin Aviation Product Support for part
availability and pricing.
NOTE
Contact Garmin for the correct Com Board service part number if it is
being replaced.
6.1 GPS 500W
Reference
Service Part Number Description
Designator
Figure 5-3 (7) S11-00547-07 CDU Assembly, Black
Figure 5-3 (7) S11-00547-09 CDU Assembly, Gray
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (3) 115-00344-00 Bottom Cover
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws
Figure 5-5 (1) S12-00256-21 Inverter Board
Figure 5-6 (2) S11-01097-00 GPS WAAS Module
Figure 5-8 (13) S12-00401-00 Video Board

Figure 5-7 360-00009-00 3V Lithium Battery

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6.2 GPS 500W TAWS
Reference
Designator
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws
Figure 5-6 (2) S11-01097-00 WAAS GPS Module

6.3 GNS 530W
Reference
Designator
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws
Figure 5-5 (5) Contact Garmin Com Board

Figure 5-8 (8) S12-00195-22 Nav Board
Figure 5-8 (10) S12-00212-11 Glideslope Board

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6.4 GNS 530W TAWS
Reference
Number
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws

6.5 GNS 530AW
Reference Service Part

Description
Number Number
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws


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6.6 GNS 530AW TAWS
Reference Service Part

Description
Designator Number
Figure 5-4 (2) 011-00610-00 Pawl Lock
Figure 5-4 (1) 211-63234-10 Screws


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APPENDIX A
SYSTEM INTERCONNECT
This Appendix contains pin descriptions for the rear panel connectors. These
descriptions can aid in the fabrication of test cables, general test setup, and
troubleshooting. This information can also be used to support the testing and
troubleshooting procedures described in Section 4.
Figure A-1. Rear Panel Connectors
GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page A-1

190-00357-05 Rev. A
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A.1 P5001 Main Connector
(View looking at rear of unit)
60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78
40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Pin Pin Name I/O

1 VLOC ANNUNCIATE Out
2 GPS ANNUNCIATE Out
3 WAYPOINT ANNUNCIATE Out
4 TERMINAL ANNUNCIATE Out
5 APPROACH ANNUNCIATE Out
6 MESSAGE ANNUNCIATE Out
7 OBS ANNUNCIATE Out
8 SPARE ANNUNCIATE Out
9 INTEGRITY ANNUNCIATE Out
10 ANNUNCIATE D Out
11 ANNUNCIATE E Out
12 ALTITUDE ALARM ANNUNCIATE Out
13 GPS SELECT Out
14 ILS/GPS APPROACH Out
15 AIRCRAFT POWER 2 In
16 TIME MARK OUT Out
17 MAIN LATERAL SUPERFLAG Out
18 MAIN VERTICAL SUPERFLAG Out
21 MAIN +LEFT Out
22 MAIN +RIGHT Out
23 MAIN LATERAL +FLAG Out
24 MAIN LATERAL –FLAG (GROUND) Out
25 MAIN +TO Out
26 MAIN +FROM Out
27 MAIN +UP Out
28 MAIN +DOWN Out
29 MAIN VERTICAL +FLAG Out
30 MAIN VERTICAL -FLAG (GROUND) Out
31 MAIN OBS ROTOR C Out
32 MAIN OBS ROTOR H (GROUND) Out
33 MAIN OBS STATOR D In
34 MAIN OBS STATOR E (2.5V COMMON OBS) Out
35 MAIN OBS STATOR F In
36 MAIN OBS STATOR G (2.5V COMMON OBS) Out
37 AUDIO 1 HI Out
38 AUDIO 1 LO (GROUND) Out
39 LIGHTING BUS HI In
40 LIGHTING BUS LO In
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Pin Pin Name I/O

41 GPS RS-232 OUT 3 Out
42 GPS RS-232 IN 3 In
43 MAIN OBI CLOCK Out
44 MAIN OBI DATA Out
45 MAIN OBI SYNC Out
46 GPS ARINC 429 OUT A Out
47 GPS ARINC 429 OUT B Out
48 GPS ARINC 429 IN 1 A In
49 GPS ARINC 429 IN 1 B In
50 GPS ARINC 429 IN 2 A In
51 GPS ARINC 429 IN 2 B In
52 AUDIO 2 HI Out
53 AUDIO 2 LO --
60 ALTITUDE COMMON (GROUND) Out
61 ALTITUDE C4 In
62 ALTITUDE C2 In
63 ALTITUDE C1 In
64 ALTITUDE B4 In
65 ALTITUDE B2 In
66 ALTITUDE B1 In
67 ALTITUDE A4 In
68 ALTITUDE A2 In
69 ALTITUDE A1 In
70 ALTITUDE D4 In
71 OBS MODE SELECT In
73 CDI SOURCE SELECT In
74 COM REMOTE RECALL [1] In
75 DEMO MODE SELECT In
76 RESERVED --
77 AIRCRAFT GROUND --

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A.2 P5050 I/O (with TAWS)
60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78
40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Pin Pin Name I/O

1 TAWS INHIBIT IN In
2 TAWS AUDIO INHIBIT IN In
3 SPARE INPUT 4 In
4 SPARE INPUT 3 In
5 SPARE INPUT 2 In
6 SPARE INPUT 1 In
7 RESERVED --
8 RESERVED --
9 TERRAIN NOT AVAILABLE ANNUNCIATE Out
10 TERRAIN WARNING ANNUNCIATE Out
11 TERRAIN CAUTION ANNUNCIATE Out
12 TAWS INHIBIT ANNUNCIATE Out
13 SPARE ANNUN 2 Out
14 SPARE ANNUN 1 Out
15 TAWS AUDIO ACTIVE OUT Out
16 RESERVED --
17-21 GROUND --
22-59 NO CONNECT --
60 RS-232_OUT_5 Out
61 RS-232_IN_5 In
62 NO CONNECT --
63 NO CONNECT --
64 GROUND --
65-78 NO CONNECT --
A.3 P5050 I/O (without TAWS)
Pin Pin Name I/O

1-59 SPARES --
64-78 SPARES --

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A.4 P5002 COM Connector (GNS 530W Only)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Pin Pin Name I/O

1 RESERVED --
2 RESERVED --
3 RESERVED --
4 COM MIC KEY In
5 INTERCOM MIC HI In
6 COM MIC AUDIO HI In
7 500Ω COM AUDIO HI Out
8 RESERVED --
9 RESERVED --
10 RESERVED --
11 AIRCRAFT POWER In
13 RESERVED --
14 TRANSMIT INTERLOCK In
15 COM REMOTE TRANSFER In
16 SPARE --
17 INTERCOM MIC LO In
18 COM MIC AUDIO LO In
19 500Ω COM AUDIO LO Out
20 RESERVED --
23 RESERVED --
24 RESERVED --
25 RESERVED --

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A.5 P5006 NAV Connector (GNS 530W Only)

15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16
44 43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31
Pin Pin Name I/O

1 VOR/LOC +TO Out
2 VOR/LOC +FROM (VOR/LOC COMMON) Out
3 VOR/LOC +FLAG Out
4 VOR/LOC -FLAG (VOR/LOC COMMON) Out
5 VOR/LOC +LEFT Out
6 VOR/LOC +RIGHT (VOR/LOC COMMON) Out
7 RESERVED --
8 VOR/LOC COMPOSITE OUT Out
9 VOR OBS ROTOR C Out
10 VOR OBS ROTOR H (GROUND) Out
11 VOR OBS STATOR E/G (VOR/LOC COMMON) In
12 VOR OBS STATOR F In
13 VOR OBS STATOR D In
14 PARALLEL DME - 8MHZ Out
15 VOR/LOC SUPERFLAG Out
16 500Ω VOR/ILS AUDIO HI Out
17 500Ω VOR/ILS AUDIO LO Out
18 SERIAL DME CLOCK Out
19 SERIAL DME DATA Out
20 SER DME - CHAN REQ/PAR DME - 4MHZ I/O
21 SER DME - RNAV MODE/PAR DME - 2MHZ I/O
22 DME COMMON In
23 VOR/ILS ARINC 429 OUT B Out
24 VOR/ILS ARINC 429 OUT A Out
25 VOR OBI CLOCK Out
26 VOR OBI SYNC Out
27 VOR OBI DATA Out
28 VLOC REMOTE TRANSFER In
29 ILS ENERGIZE Out
30 GLIDESLOPE +FLAG Out
31 GLIDESLOPE +DOWN/-FLAG (GLIDESLOPE COMMON) Out
32 GLIDESLOPE +UP Out
33 PARALLEL DME - 1MHZ Out
34 RESERVED --
35 VOR/ILS ARINC 429 IN B In
36 VOR/ILS ARINC 429 IN A In
37 PARALLEL DME - 800KHZ Out
38 GLIDESLOPE SUPERFLAG Out

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GNS 500W SERIES

(GNS 530W Shown)

190-00357-05 April 2008 Rev. A

Revision Revision Date Description ECO #

A 4/8/08 Initial Release -----

Page A GNS 500W Series Maintenance Manual

GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page i

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SERVICE BULLETIN HISTORY

Bulletin # Date of Publication Name/Summary/MOD Level

628 1/17/08 NAV Software Version 5.02 for the GNS

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MODEL PART NUMBER COLOR

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1.1 Scope......................................................................................................................... 1-1

SECTION 2—UNIT DESCRIPTION

2.1 Unit Configuration.................................................................................................... 2-1

SECTION 3—THEORY OF OPERATION

3.1 Main Board ............................................................................................................... 3-1

4.1 Scope......................................................................................................................... 4-1

SECTION 5—REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

5.1 Tools ......................................................................................................................... 5-1

SECTION 6—SERVICE PARTS LIST

6.1 GPS 500W ................................................................................................................ 6-1

APPENDIX A—SYSTEM INTERCONNECT

A.1 P5001 Main Connector ............................................................................................ A-1

Page vi GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL

2-1 GPS 500W ................................................................................................................ 2-1

2-1 Unit Configuration.................................................................................................... 2-1

GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page vii

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1.3 FACTORY REPAIR

GNS 500W Series Maintenance Manual Page 1-1

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2.1 UNIT CONFIGURATION

2.2 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT

Figure 2-1. GPS 500W Figure 2-2. GNS 530AW TAWS

GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page 2-1

GPS 500W TAWS

GNS 530W/530AW TAWS

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2.4 BLOCK DIAGRAM

MIC/PTT/RMT XFR POWER SUPPLY

GPS CDI/HSI COMM SQUELCH

NAV CDI/HSI GPS KEY BACKLIGHT 11- 33

VOR/LOC G/S GPS

Figure 2-3. Functional Block Diagram (GNS 530W)

GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page 2-3

2.6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

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3.1 MAIN BOARD

Front Panel/Display Backlighting/Controls Lighting

GNS 500W SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL Page 3-1

Figure 3-1. GPS 500W Series Block Diagram

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