Galaxy
®
Style 5225-XT-
AIS
Thank you for purchasing a Shakespeare antenna product.
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 5225-XT
-AIS
is a Galaxy
®
Series, collinear-phased
5/8-wave antenna of 8’ overall length
and heavy duty construction
.
It is specifically designed for use with AIS equipment, and meets
the strict requirements of the AIS specification. The one-section,
6dB antenna has a stainless steel ferrule and a 20’ RG 8/X low-loss
cable.
Tools required: Soldering iron (40-watt min., 75-watt
max.), resin core solder, pocket knife, wire cutters.
Installation Instructions
Choose a mounting location that is as high as feasible, 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 4187 stainless steel ratchet mount (sold
separately). This antenna can be mounted self supporting.
1. Mount the antenna according to the directions included with the
mount you choose.
2. Route the cable to your transceiver, keeping it as far as possible
from other electrical equipment and cables. Any excess cable
should be rolled in a coil of at least 8” diameter and stowed in an
out-of-the-way place away from other electrical cabling.
3. Attach the PL-259 connector according to the instructions packed
with the connector.
Cleaning Instructions
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.
©1999, 2003, 2005 Shakespeare Co. · Form I-5225-XT
-AIS
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Supplied Parts
1 Antenna assembly
1 PL-259 Connector with instruction sheet
1 Grommet plug (see Tech Tips)
Coax cable
To VHF transceiver
One-section
Antenna
Tech Tips
This antenna will read “short
circuit” when tested with an ohm
meter or continuity tester.
The 50-ohm coaxial cable
should remain at least 3 feet
in length, measured from the
point where the cable exits the
antenna.
For installations where the cable
exits through the bottom center
of the antenna’s ferrule, replace
the grommet at the exit hole
in the ferrule with the supplied
Grommet Plug.
PL-259 Connector
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
Shakespeare Co., LLC is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH)
