Updates & Downloads

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GDL 5x software version 2.22

as of May 5, 2022

Use WebUpdater to install this file.

(7.82 MB)

View system requirements

Notes:

• After installation is complete, restart unit to begin firmware update process.
• WARNING: If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device.
• If attempts to upload software fail, you may need to return the device to Garmin® for service.

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Change History

Changes made from version 2.21 to 2.22:

• Fixes to address GDL51 weather + GPS data loss

Changes made from version 2.20 to 2.21:

• Add support for replacement part

Changes made from version 2.19 to 2.20:

• Add support for Center Weather Advisories product for Garmin Pilot iOS versions 11.2 and later

Changes made from version 2.18 to 2.19:

• Fixed issue with FIS-B NOTAM text records

Changes made from version 2.17 to 2.18:

• Add support for new sensor parts, minor bug fixes

Changes made from version 2.16 to 2.17:

• Bug fixes for v2.16 Synthetic Vision issues

Changes made from version 2.15 to 2.16:

• Minor improvements and bug fixes

Changes made from version 2.14 to 2.15:

• Minor improvements and bug fixes, fixed support for aera 760

Changes made from version 2.13 to 2.14:

• Integrated changes for new ADS-B Traffic Alert file message

Changes made from version 2.12 to 2.13:

• Minor improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 2.11 to 2.12:

• Minor improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 2.10 to 2.11:

• Improved handling of invalid weather data.

Changes made from version 2.09 to 2.10:

• Improved reliability of charger detection.

Changes made from version 2.08 to 2.09:

• Minor performance improvements

Changes made from version 2.05 to 2.08:

• Minor performance improvements.

Changes made from version 2.04 to 2.05:

• Internal GPS source selected when external source has invalid fix. Improved audio reliability when switching between audio device connections.

Changes made from version 2.03 to 2.04:

• Enabled software update over serial connections.

Changes made from version 2.01 to 2.03:

• Improved Bluetooth auto-reconnect behavior. Improved Bluetooth audio device connection process.

System requirements

1. IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB port.

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