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Galaxy

®

 Style 5390

Thank you for purchasing a Shakespeare antenna product. 

Shakespeare works hard to build reliability and durability into all of its 

products. Customer comments are welcome. 

Before installing, please study the diagram and check parts supplied 

against those listed.

IMPORTANT! Please read all instructions before installing.

The Style 5390 is a Galaxy

®

 Series SSB whip marine antenna of         

17’ 6” (5.3 m) overall length, with conductors running the full length 

of the antenna. Insulating properties in this antenna will support power 

up to 1 kw.

Tools required:  Adjustable Wrench.

Installation Instructions

Choose a mounting location as free as possible from obstructions 

and as far as possible from other antennas and strong sources of RF. 

The recommended mount is Shakespeare’s Style 409-R or 410-R 

Mounting Kit (each sold separately), for deck or bulkhead mounting.
1. Inspect the O-ring to be sure it is seated in the bottom groove of the 

base section’s upper ferrule.

2. Thread the tip section onto the base section’s upper ferrule and 

tighten securely. When properly installed, the ferrule on the tip 

section should completely cover the threaded portion of the base 

section ferrule.

3. Use a Shakespeare Style 409-R or 410-R Mounting Kit (each sold 

separately) to install the antenna on your boat. 

Install the mounting 

kit’s stand-off bracket at least 3 to 5 feet above the antenna’s 

base where possible.

 Follow the directions included with the mount 

you choose.

4. Route the cable to your SSB Antenna tuner, keeping it as far as 

possible from other electrical equipment and cables. Follow the 

radio manufacturer’s instructions for connecting the antenna’s cable 

to your SSB radio system.

To clean the antenna, use mild dishwashing liquid (one that is not 

harsh to the hands and 

without 

ammonia) in lukewarm water.

WARNING:

  Do not let paint solvents, cleaning solvents, or adhesive 

caulking come in contact with the antenna. Chemicals in these materials 

might destroy the finish.

Shakespeare Electronic Products Group

U.S. Operations: 6111 Shakespeare Rd. · Columbia, SC 29223 · 803-227-1590 · Fax: 803-419-3099 · www.shakespeare-marine.com

U.K. Operations: Enterprise Way, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 8RY, England · +44 (0) 1253 858787 · Fax: +44 (0) 1253-859595 · www.vtronix-antennas.com

©1994, 2003 Shakespeare Co.        · Form I-5390  J: rev. 08/04/2012

35-90-1096-00

Supplied Parts

1  Antenna base section

1  Tip section

Side-feed 

Termination 

Tip section

O-ring

Base section

Shakespeare Co., LLC is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH)

WARNING:  Installation of this product near 

power lines is dangerous! Check for overhead 

wires before installing.

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