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Garmin GTR 205x and 205xR Now Available (7/16/2024)

g3xpert

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Good Morning!

Garmin is pleased to announce two new slimline radios for the experimental aviation market, building upon the recently introduced GTR™ 205 COMM radio series for certified aircraft. The panel-mount GTR 205x and remote mount GTR 205xR COMM radios have the same feature set as the GTR 205 radio plus new intercom and audio features. The 1.35-inch GTR 205x matches the bezel height of previous-generation radios, similar to the SL30/40, enabling easier upgrades and diverse installation opportunities in space-constrained instrument panels. Of note, in contrast to the GTR 200/20 series, the 205x and xR include the ability to configure 8.33 kHz COM spacing.

These models serve to transition from the GTR 200(B) and 20 to a new generation of hardware. If you are planning an instrument panel build, we strongly suggest planning these models into your equipment list in place of the previous generation of radios.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Justin
 
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g3xpert said:
Good Morning!

Garmin is pleased to announce two new slimline radios for the experimental aviation market, building upon the recently introduced GTR™ 205 COMM radio series for certified aircraft. The panel-mount GTR 205x and remote mount GTR 205xR COMM radios have the same feature set as the GTR 205 radio plus new intercom and audio features. The 1.35-inch GTR 205x matches the bezel height of previous-generation radios, similar to the SL30/40, enabling easier upgrades and diverse installation opportunities in space-constrained instrument panels. Of note, in contrast to the GTR 200/20 series, the 205x and xR include the ability to configure 8.33 kHz COM spacing.

These models serve to transition from the GTR 200(B) and 20 to a new generation of hardware. If you are planning an instrument panel build, we strongly suggest planning these models into your equipment list in place of the previous generation of radios.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Justin
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ok I have the GTR200B. What are the differences between the two in layman's terms and what would push one to go from said to the new model
 
I had the same question as eavila1 above. The only feature that is additional to those in the GTR 200B that I see is additional aux inputs. Am I missing something?
 
eavila1 said:
ok I have the GTR200B. What are the differences between the two in layman's terms and what would push one to go from said to the new model
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The 200B radios were recently discontinued as a result of parts obsolescence. There is no reason to switch from the GTR 200B if you already have one.

Thanks,

Justin
 
Justin,

Do you know if Van's is planning to switch to the GTR 205X vs the GTR 200B for the RV-12IS avionics kits? Is it pin for pin compatible?
 
g3xpert said:
Good Morning!

Garmin is pleased to announce two new slimline radios for the experimental aviation market, building upon the recently introduced GTR™ 205 COMM radio series for certified aircraft. The panel-mount GTR 205x and remote mount GTR 205xR COMM radios have the same feature set as the GTR 205 radio plus new intercom and audio features. The 1.35-inch GTR 205x matches the bezel height of previous-generation radios, similar to the SL30/40, enabling easier upgrades and diverse installation opportunities in space-constrained instrument panels. Of note, in contrast to the GTR 200/20 series, the 205x and xR include the ability to configure 8.33 kHz COM spacing.

These models serve to transition from the GTR 200(B) and 20 to a new generation of hardware. If you are planning an instrument panel build, we strongly suggest planning these models into your equipment list in place of the previous generation of radios.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Justin
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The 8.33kHz COM spacing is a nice addition so I'll definitely put this radio on the list. Do you have any plans to do a remote mount NAV/COM version?
 
I’d be most interested in:
- The GTR 200B front end selectivity spec.
- The GTR 205X front end selectivity spec.

Carl
 
Justin-

Random G3x question for you. Does Garmin have a component library for Fusion? I just started designing my power and avionics wiring diagrams and it occurred to me that you might just have it available which would save me the risk of mislabeling a pin.

Thanks!
 
g3xpert said:
The 200B radios were recently discontinued as a result of parts obsolescence. There is no reason to switch from the GTR 200B if you already have one.

Thanks,

Justin
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Does this mean the GTR 200B is not being supported for repairs now? I have one in a box ready for install but don't want to install an unsupported radio.
 
g3xpert said:
The 200B radios were recently discontinued as a result of parts obsolescence. There is no reason to switch from the GTR 200B if you already have one.

Thanks,

Justin
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Will the new GTR 205s slide into the GTR 200Bs panel mount without the need for rewiring?
 
Brantel said:
Nope, the connectors are different. Confirmed by pulling both install manuals.
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Arrrggghhh.

I have TWO (new in box) that I have NOT installed. Would have liked to have had the option to upgrade via "plug-n-play". Of course I would have expected there would have been a few $$ exchanged.

Maybe I can sell my units (at a slight loss) with wiring harness and start anew.
 
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