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Style 6237 8’ Dual-Band Cellular
Installation Instructions
35-90-1348-00
Supplied Parts
1 Antenna assembly
1 1”-14 thread adapter
1 Rubber O-ring
1 Coupling nut
Tools required:
Screwdriver, drill, drill bits sized
according to the c able you are using ,
wrench
Other tools or supplies that are
appropriate to your specific application
may also be needed.
Required additional materials:
1 Length of coaxial cable
1 Male “N” connector appropriate to
the size coax you are using
1 Connector for connection to your
VHF transceiver
U-bolts, stainless steel strapping and
appropriate hardware, if mounting
the antenna to a mast
1 Cell Phone Adapter cable for each
cell phone brand and model you
intend to use with the antenna
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.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions before installing.
Before you start, check parts supplied against those listed and obtain the
required additional materials (sold separately).
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Antenna Serial #________________________________________________
Model _________________________________________________________
Date of Purchase _______________________________________________
Shakespeare Dealer ____________________________________________
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Electronic Products Group
U.S. Operatio ns: 6111 Shakespeare Rd. · Columbia, SC 29223
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rev. 0 2-07-2011
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6237
CELLULAR
The Style 6237 is a Phase III® series, 800-900 MHz and 1800-1900 MHz,
Dual-band Cellular antenna with stainless steel ferrules and a female “N”
connector. The antenna is 8.5’ overall length, including the 1”-14 thread adapter.
The design of the Phase III antenna series facilitates mounting to a mast or
attachment to a standard marine mount.
Select a location for the antenna.
Choose a location that is as high as feasible, as free as practical from
obstructions, and as far as possible from other antennas and strong sources of
RF. Cable runs should be kept as short as possible. If cable length exceeds 25’, the
use of RG-8X or RG-8 A/U coax (sold separately) is highly recommended, to reduce
signal attenuation caused by the cable.
How to mount the antenna to a deck or bulkhead, using a marine mount
This antenna can be mounted self supporting only if you are using the
recommended Shakespeare Style 4187-HD stainless steel ratchet mount (sold
separately). Use the 1”-14 thread adapter (supplied) to attach the antenna to the
mount. The slot in the side of the thread adapter will accommodate up to RG-213
size coax cable.
Assemble the antenna to the mount as follows:
1. Bolt the mount to the deck or bulkhead according to the directions included with
the mount you choose. Be sure to heed any cautions, included with the antenna
mount, regarding drilling fiberglass surfaces.
2. Thread the 1”-14 thread adapter onto the mount and hand tighten.
3. Feed the coax through the slot in the side of the thread adapter or through the
bottom and through the hole in your antenna mount, if one is provided.
4. Install an “N” connector (sold separately) for the size coax that you have chosen,
according to the instructions packed with the connector.
5. Attach the “N” connector to the base of the antenna and tighten securely.
6. Place the rubber O-ring in the groove on the antenna ferrule.
7. Seat the antenna ferrule on top of the 1”-14 thread adapter and tighten the
coupling ring securely. The adapter has special facets to prevent the antenna
from rotating once the coupling ring has been tightened.
How to mount the antenna to a mast
To mount the antenna to a mast:
1. Feed the coax through the slot in the side of the thread adapter or through its
bottom.
2. Install an “N” connector (sold separately) for the size coax that you have chosen,
according to the instructions packed with the connector.
3. Attach the “N” connector to the base
of the antenna and tighten securely.
4. Strap the thread adapter to the mast
using stainless steel U-bolts, a mast
mounting device, or strapping and
appropriate hardware (not supplied).
5. Place the rubber O-ring in the groove
on the antenna ferrule.
6. Seat the antenna ferrule on top of
the thread adapter and tighten the
coupling ring securely. The adapter has
special facets to prevent the antenna
from rotating once the coupling ring
has been tightened.
Completing the installation
1. Route the coaxial cable to your cellular
device. To attach it, install a connector
(sold separately) that is appropriate to
your device.
2. Connect a Shakespeare Cellular
Adapter Cable (sold separately) that
is specific to the model and brand of
cell phone you wish to use with the
antenna.
3. Connect your cell phone to the
adapter.
Antenna
assembly
Thread adapter
O-Ring
Coax cable
with connector
(each sold
separately)
“N” connector
Coupling ring
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