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G1000 System Maintenance Manual
Rev. A
190-00903-00
5.1.7 Common Problems
5.1.7.1 GDU
Symptom Recommended
Actions
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Display will not track
photocell
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Keyboard will not track
photocell
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If you suspect the settings were manually changed by an
operator, reload PFD1/2, MFD, GCU and GMC Configuration
files including optional equipment configuration files that list
PFD1/2 and MFD in the PRODUCT box on the System Upload
page.
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For displays, go to the GDU TEST page in configuration mode.
Cover and uncover the photocells and verify that PHOTOCELL
A or PHOTOCELL B value changes. If values do not change,
replace the display.
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Display will not track dimmer
bus
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Keyboard will not track
dimmer bus
•
If you suspect the settings were manually changed by an
operator, reload PFD1/2, MFD, GCU and GMC Configuration
files including optional equipment configuration files that list
PFD1/2 and MFD in the PRODUCT box on the System Upload
page.
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Check display dimmer input to verify voltage is present.
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Replace display if dimmer voltage is present.
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Display is blank
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Display resets
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Display flickers
a.
Ensure that a cell phone or a device using cell phone
technology is not turned on (even in a monitoring state) in the
cabin.
b.
Cycle power. If GDU recovers, observe display for yellow text
containing error information at the top of the screen. If
message indicates software need to be re-loaded, then re-load
software. Otherwise, replace the GDU.
c.
Use a bright light to verify LCD is active.
d.
Adjust avionics dimmer control full clockwise.
e.
Manually turn up backlight on the PFD and load configuration
files to the GDU.
f.
Ensure slide lock is fully engaged with the locking tabs on the
back of the unit. If slide lock is not fully engaged, remove
connector and verify the locking tabs on the GDU are
perpendicular to the connector. If necessary, straighten them
before reseating connector.
g.
Ensure GDU is receiving power and ground. If a circuit breaker
is tripped, determine source of short before resetting breaker.
h.
Ensure circuit breakers have not failed and power wire
connections are secure.
i.
Swap PFD1 and PFD2. If problem follows unit, replace the
display.