Garmin GDL® 51 - 010-01561-40
Garmin GDL® 51 is a portable SiriusXM® receiver that wirelessly delivers SiriusXM aviation weather and audio entertainment to compatible apps and devices while also supplying GPS position and backup attitude information. It is a practical choice for pilots who want satellite weather coverage and entertainment in a compact, rechargeable unit.
Satellite Weather Coverage
Access SiriusXM aviation weather by ground or air across the continental U.S., its coastal regions and southern Canada. Fast-updating weather products provide detailed information for evaluating changing conditions.
Connected Audio Entertainment
Listen to SiriusXM audio entertainment through a Bluetooth headset or the 3.5 mm stereo port. Garmin Pilot app controls and select Garmin aera devices support volume adjustment and station selection.
Position And Backup Attitude
The built-in GPS receiver provides aircraft position data, while the integrated AHRS supplies backup attitude reference to a compatible display. The attitude information is not intended as a source of attitude information for flight in instrument meteorological conditions.
Flexible Device Connections
GDL® 51 can connect with up to 2 wireless display devices and 2 wired display devices simultaneously. Bluetooth supports Garmin Pilot, ForeFlight Mobile and compatible Garmin aera devices, while the 18-pin connection supports G3X Touch™ flight displays and compatible aera devices through a data/power cable. It can also pair with an aviation headset or audio panel that supports A2DP audio streaming.
Portable Power And Updates
Its built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides a typical operating time of 7 hours. The unit can also remain powered through microUSB or the included 12-volt adapter cable. Weather data can queue while a display device is sleeping or turned off, allowing updates to load automatically when the screen returns on.
Compact Cockpit Capability
The GDL® 51 measures 4.9" x 1.3" x 3.4" (12.44 x 3.30 x 8.64 cm) and weighs 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg). An anti-slip mat is fitted to the bottom of the unit, and external GPS and SiriusXM antennas may be connected when needed. SiriusXM services require a subscription, sold separately.
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WIRELESSLY LINK TO WEATHER AND AUDIO ENTERTAINMENT
This compact SiriusXM receiver connects to compatible apps and devices for access to SiriusXM aviation weather and audio entertainment1 — all while providing GPS position and backup attitude information.
SATELITE CONNECTIVITY
SiriusXM aviation weather1 — accessible by ground and air — delivers seamless coverage at any altitude across the continental U.S. and its coastal regions as well as southern Canada.
SIRIUSXM WEATHER
Aviation weather from SiriusXM provides fast updates with excellent detail. With a subscription1, you can view a wide range of weather products for superior confidence in navigating storms.
MUSIC, SPORTS AND MORE
Connect a Bluetooth headset or wired device via the 3.5 mm port to listen to SiriusXM audio entertainment1. Volume adjustments and station selection may be accessed via the Garmin Pilot app (no subscription required) or select aera devices from Garmin.
WEATHER QUEUING
Queue weather data even while your display device is sleeping or turned off for automatic updates when you turn the screen back on.
GPS AND ATTITUDE SENSORS
A built-in GPS receiver delivers highly accurate aircraft position data while the built-in AHRS provides backup attitude reference2 to your compatible display.
GO-ANYWHERE BATTERY
Fly up to 7 hours on a single charge, or stay connected to power via microUSB or the included 12-volt adapter cable.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
Connect up to 2 Bluetooth devices simultaneously to share data with Garmin Pilot, ForeFlight or compatible aera devices from Garmin. Pair with an aviation headset or audio panel that supports A2DP (audio streaming).
WIRED CONNECTIONS
Integrate your G3X Touch™ flight display and compatible aera devices via the 18-pin connector and a data/power cable. You can also connect external GPS and SiriusXM antennas. Output audio via the 3.5 mm stereo port.
Network(s)
This series features models capable of receiving SiriusXM® weather and audio entertainment, ADS-B weather and traffic or both SiriusXM and ADS-B.
Compatible Devices
GDL 51 can simultaneously support up to: 2 wireless display devices and 2 wired display devices.
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Specifications, Compatibility & Documentation
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