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This Software Service Bulletin announces the release of Main Software Version 5.04 for Garmin's 400 Series units, which includes improvements to COM reception and glide slope information display. The affected models are listed, and the update is optional and not warranty reimbursable. Detailed modification and testing instructions are provided for service centers to implement the software upgrade.

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SSB 0844

This Software Service Bulletin announces the release of Main Software Version 5.04 for Garmin's 400 Series units, which includes improvements to COM reception and glide slope information display. The affected models are listed, and the update is optional and not warranty reimbursable. Detailed modification and testing instructions are provided for service centers to implement the software upgrade.

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SOFTWARE SERVICE BULLETIN

NO.: 0844

TO: All Garmin Aviation Service Centers


DATE: 14 November 2008

SUBJECT: New Software Version 5.04 (Main) for (non-WAAS) 400 Series Units
only.

PURPOSE

This Software Service Bulletin incorporates Main Software Version 5.04 for
400 Series units.

Main Software Version 5.04 includes the following changes:

1. Prevents COM reception from being affected by the editing of the standby frequency
in 8.33 kHz spacing mode.
2. Ensures that correct glide slope information is displayed on ARINC 429 EFIS
equipment if a failure should occur in an internal glide slope sub-system.

The models listed in Table 1 are affected:

Model Part Number


GPS 400 011-00504-00, 011-00504-10
GNC 420 011-00506-00, 011-00506-10, 011-00506-30
GNC 420A 011-00837-00, 011-00837-10
GNS 430 011-00280-00, 011-00280-10, 011-00280-30
GNS 430A 011-00836-00, 011-00836-10
Table 1. Models Affected

DESCRIPTION

This modification consists of uploading 400 Series Main Software Version 5.04.
APPROVAL

TSO-C129a
TSO-C37d, JTSO-2C37e (ETSO-2C37e for the GNS 430A)
TSO-C38d, JTSO-2C38e (ETSO-2C38e for the GNS 430A)
TSO-C40c, JTSO-2C40c (ETSO-2C40c for the GNS 430A)
TSO-C36e, JTSO-C36e (ETSO-C36e for the GNS 430A)
TSO-C34e, JTSO-C34e (ETSO-C34e for the GNS 430A)

The Engineering data contained in Main Software Version 5.04 of the GPS 400,
GNC 420/A, and GNS 430/A are FAA approved per Table 2.

Unit Software Version STC


GPS 400 5.04 SA00800WI-D
GNC 420, GNS 420A 5.04 SA00801WI-D
GNS 430, GNS 430A 5.04 SA00705WI-D
Table 2. Approval Documents

AFMS AND PILOT’S GUIDE CONSIDERATIONS

There are no changes to the GPS 400, GNC 420, or GNS 430 AFMS documents that
are relative to this Software Service Bulletin. There are no Pilot’s Guide changes
relative to this Software Service Bulletin (see References for recommended revision).

PRODUCT AFFECTED

All GPS 400, GNC 420/A, and GNS 430/A units with Main Software Version 5.03 or
previous are affected. The unit’s current software version for the main processor may
be viewed on the Software Version Page under the AUX Menu.

COMPLIANCE

Recommended

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REFERENCES

Document Name Part Number


GNS 430(A) Pilot’s Guide and Reference P/N 190-00140-00, Rev. N or later
400 Series Installation Manual P/N 190-00140-02, Rev. S or later
GPS 400, GNC 420/420A, GNS 430/430A
P/N 190-00140-14, Rev. C or later
AFMS/SAFM Terrain Addendum
GNC 420(A) Pilot’s Guide and Reference P/N 190-00140-20, Rev. J or later
GPS 400 Pilot’s Guide and Reference P/N 190-00140-60, Rev G or later
Table 3. Reference Documents

MANPOWER

One-hour (1.0) labor including testing

WARRANTY INFORMATION

This modification is optional and is not warranty reimbursable.

MODIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS
The procedures described below are for the software field upgrade only.

1. Check the unit’s current software version for the main processor. This information
can be viewed on the Software Version Page under the AUX Menu.
2. Record the display contrast level value on the Display Page, located on AUX
page 4, before clearing the memory. This number will be required later in the
process.
3. Remove the Jeppesen NavData Card from the left slot.
4. Apply power and turn the unit on. Allow the Self-Test to complete and press the
ENT key to acknowledge as required.
5. Insert the software upgrade data card into the left datacard slot on the front of the
unit. (Note: It may take several seconds before recognizing the data card).
6. Confirm the software upload by pressing the ENT key on the User Card Upload
Confirmation Window.
7. The software upload status is displayed during the upload (upload time is
approximately 30 seconds).
8. When complete, the unit will reset and a color display test will appear.

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9. Turn the unit off and wait for the unit to power off.
10. Remove the software upgrade data card and replace the Jeppesen datacard.
11. Turn the unit on and verify the new software version on the Startup / Self-Test Page
or Software Version Page.
12. Turn the unit off and wait for the unit to power off.
13. Press and hold the CLR key down while turning the unit on. (This will clear all
memory including waypoints, user setup, and satellite almanac information.) Verify
the success of this procedure by confirming the message “Stored data was lost” is
displayed when the MSG button is pressed.
14. Turn the unit off.
15. Turn the unit on and enter the display contrast level value (recorded in Step 2) on
the Display Page located on AUX page 4.
16. Connect an outside antenna to the unit and allow it to collect almanac data. This
process should take 15-20 minutes.

TESTING PROCEDURE

The unit's built-in Self-Test and successful completion of the Post Installation Check-out
Procedure in the aircraft, as outlined in the unit's Installation Manual, is adequate to
ensure proper functioning. This test procedure is intended to verify the serviceability of
the appliance only. The Self-Test alone does not verify or otherwise validate the
airworthiness of the installation.

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MATERIAL INFORMATION

All parts required to modify one (1) GPS 400, GNC 420/A, or GNS 430/A per this
Service Bulletin:

QTY Part Number Description

Software Upload Datacard, Main ver. 5.04


1 010-00194-10 *NOTE* This datacard carries a charge of $50.00, which
will be refunded upon return of the datacard to Garmin.

Table 4. Parts List

A connector kit is available to construct the test harness if required:

QTY Part Number Description


Upload connector kit consists of:
1 011-00351-04
78 Pin connector and pins
Table 5. Test Harness

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