Garmin GDL® 51R — Remote-mount SiriusXM® Receiver - 010-01561-55
The Garmin GDL® 51R is a remote-mount SiriusXM® receiver that brings SiriusXM® Weather and audio control to supported cockpit displays and mobile devices. Its compact, FAA-PMA configuration is a practical choice for aircraft owners who want subscription-based weather information and entertainment audio managed within their avionics workflow.
SiriusXM® Weather Integration
Access SiriusXM® Weather and audio control through supported Garmin displays and Garmin Pilot App. Wireless Connext™ connectivity uses Bluetooth® for compatible device connections.
Multi-Device Connectivity
Support multiple cockpit and portable connections at once, with capacity for up to 2 wireless display devices, 1 wireless audio device, 2 wired display devices, and 1 wired audio device.
Remote-Mount Form Factor
Keep the receiver out of the panel face with a 6.1" x 1.6" x 5.0" remote-mount unit weighing 0.78 lbs. The unit operates on 10 to 32 VDC with 3.5 W maximum power draw.
Display And App Support
The GDL® 51R supports SiriusXM® Weather and audio control with Garmin Pilot App, G3X Touch™ flight displays, and aera 796/795, aera 760, and aera 660 devices. Connections to these supported Garmin displays may be made through Bluetooth® or cable, depending on the device. ForeFlight Mobile supports weather-only functionality through Bluetooth®.
Aircraft Integration Details
A 15-pin standard D-sub connector handles power and data connections. Dedicated TNC and BNC ports are provided for the SiriusXM® antenna and GPS antenna, respectively. The receiver is specified for operation from -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 140°F), at altitudes to 55,000 ft and nominal operating velocities from 0 to 800 kts (411 m/s).
Connected Cockpit Workflow
By distributing SiriusXM® information to both wired and wireless devices, the GDL® 51R can support weather viewing and audio control across a compatible avionics arrangement. Its remote installation format allows the cockpit display or portable device to remain the primary interface while the receiver is mounted elsewhere in the aircraft.
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The Garmin GDL® 51R is an FAA-PMA remote-mount SiriusXM® receiver that provides SiriusXM® Weather and Audio Control for supported cockpit displays and the Garmin Pilot App. Wireless Connext™ (Bluetooth®) capability and wired connections allow it to simultaneously support up to 2 wireless display devices, 1 wireless audio device, 2 wired display devices, and 1 wired audio device. The compact unit operates from 10 to 32 VDC.
Add a SiriusXM® Link to Your G3X Touch™ Installation
- Receive SiriusXM satellite aviation weather and digital audio entertainment¹
- Remote-box datalink solution for G3X Touch glass flight display systems
- Easy to install; supports up to 2 wired display connections and 2 Connext® wireless connections for compatible mobile devices and Garmin portables
- Access high-resolution NEXRAD imagery and METARs weather information
- Provides compatible mobile devices and Garmin portables with GPS position data, backup attitude3 and more
For pilots flying with G3X Touch flight displays, the GDL 51R remote receiver brings a full array of SiriusXM satellite services to the cockpit. It lets you access continuous, detailed aviation weather content from any altitude — plus more than 150 channels of digital-quality music, news, sports and other entertainment programming. When installed with your G3X Touch avionics, GDL 51R makes it easy to tap into the weather features and audio channels you want. Better still, you can use our Connext wireless connectivity to stream SiriusXM services onto multiple Garmin aviation portables (including aera® 660, aera 796 or area 795 series) as well as iPad® tablets and mobile devices with the Garmin Pilot™ app. So you get more access — on more devices — without spending more money.
Works with a Variety of Devices
Providing multiple display outputs and viewing options, GDL 51R works not only with your G3X Touch avionics, but it can also communicate simultaneously with the Garmin Pilot app running on your compatible iPad tablet or mobile devices². Likewise, if you fly with an aera 660 or 796/795 series aviation portable, the receiver’s data links can also be accessed (via wired or wireless connection) with these products as well. Plus, to help you maintain the most current weather picture, GDL 51R can queue the weather from SiriusXM while the display device is sleeping or turned off so it automatically updates when you turn the screen back on.
Satellite-delivered Weather
Continuous SiriusXM satellite updates — accessible by ground and air — can help you make better, more timely flight decisions. The SiriusXM network’s powerful satellites deliver seamless coverage across the continental U.S. and its coastal regions as well as southern Canada. (See coverage map.) Choose from available SiriusXM Aviation weather packages that provide METAR data and animated NEXRAD imagery plus current reports on precipitation, lightning, winds aloft, echo tops, turbulence, freezing levels, TFRs and more.
Great Sound Made Easy
With your GDL 51R remote receiver, you can choose wired or wireless Bluetooth® audio connections to enjoy the high-quality audio entertainment channels provided by SiriusXM¹. Volume adjustments and station selection may be accessed through your compatible G3X Touch display, Garmin aviation portable or mobile device app. If you prefer, you can also opt to hardwire the GDL 51R through your compatible audio panel (or use the wireless connectivity of our GMA™ 245 or GMA 245R) for routing through the cabin headsets.
Built-in GPS and Attitude Sensors for SVX™ Display
In addition to its satellite weather and audio entertainment capabilities, your GDL 51R feature set includes a built-in WAAS GPS receiver. This enables GDL 51R to deliver highly accurate aircraft position, speed and altitude information to your compatible mobile device app. Also, built-in attitude sensors enable select Garmin aviation portables and apps with our SVX synthetic vision technology to serve as a backup attitude reference3 during your flights. With virtual terrain, obstacles, runways, horizon cues, HSI, GPS speed, altitude and more, this brings a whole new perspective to your portable navigation.
Get Sirius
For pilots who want advanced weather capabilities plus an array of audio entertainment options, the GDL 51R remote receiver is one of the simplest and smartest ways to interface with your G3X Touch avionics. And by going with Garmin, your receiver will be backed by a comprehensive 1-year warranty — and by the industry’s No. 1-ranked product support team.
¹Subscription required and sold separately. See SiriusXM.com/aviation for details. Not all SiriusXM weather products may be available across all devices. Check your Pilot’s Guide for specifics about which products are available on your device
²See your dealer for our growing list of compatible devices
3The attitude information provided by GDL 51R is not intended to be a source of attitude information for flight in instrument meteorological conditions
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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.
Aircraft Type
This series is available for experimental aircraft or certificated aircraft equipped with G3X Touch.
Compatible Devices
GDL 51R can simultaneously support up to: 2 wireless display devices, 1 wireless audio device, 2 wired display devices and 1 wired audio device.
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Specifications, Compatibility & Documentation
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Specifications and compatibility information are provided for general reference and may change without notice. Final aircraft eligibility, approved configuration, equipment compatibility and installation requirements must be confirmed by Neal Avionics before installation.