Garmin GPS 400W Installation Manual

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Page 7-2 400W Series Installation ManualRev. A 190-00356-02of minor for IFR operations. Refer to AC 23.1309-1C.7.1.3 Previous Operational ApprovalsThe installation of a 400W Series unit into an aircraft does not alter the operational approvals previouslygranted to that aircraft. Additional operation approvals may require FAA evaluation of all the systemsinstalled in a particular aircraft and is outside the scope of 400W/500W Series STC SA01933LA.7.2 InstallationThe conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards. Itis the responsibility of those installing this article either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft todetermine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards. TSO articles must haveseparate approval for installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only if performed under 14CFR part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements.The 400W Series WAAS/GPS receiver, when installed with the A33 or A34 antenna, is compatible withaircraft equipped with SATCOM when installed in accordance to this manual.7.2.1 GPS AntennaThe WAAS/GPS receiver is compatible with the GPS antennas listed in Section 1.4.8. Antenna selectionmay affect operational limitations.7.2.2 Antenna Installation – GeneralStructural mounting of the GPS/WAAS antenna is not included in this installation manual. For mountingthe GPS/WAAS antennas, refer to the Garmin GA Antenna AML STC SA01695SE or other FAAapproved installation data.7.2.3 Equipment Interfaced to the 400W Series Unit400W Series unit interfaces to aircraft systems other than those identified in this installation manual areoutside the scope of this manual and may require further evaluation for certification and/or other FAAairworthiness approval.7.2.4 Preservation of Previous SystemsIt is the installer’s responsibility using data provided in this manual identified in 400W/500W Series AMLSTC SA01933LA to preserve the essential characteristics of the aircraft in accordance with the aircraftmanufacturer’s original design and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 23. This includes the preservation ofmultiple power buses, which reduce the probability of interrupting power to essential instruments andavionics. For aircraft certified under 14 CFR Part 23, post amendment 41, use of the 400W Series unit forIFR operations requires a functional redundant electrical power system for the primary navigation unit.7.3 Rotorcraft InstallationThe installation and operational approval for use of a 400W Series unit in rotorcraft is not covered byAML STC SA01933LA, however, instructions and data provided in this manual may be used to performthe alteration and obtain other FAA approval.The 400W Series unit TERRAIN functionality is not recommended for use in rotorcraft.7.4 Aircraft Radio Station LicenseAn aircraft radio station license is not required when operating in U.S. airspace, but may be required whenoperating internationally.