Shakespeare marine 5102 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Shakespeare antenna product.

Shakespeare works hard to build reliability and durability into all

of its products for maximum customer satisfaction. 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 Centennial® Style 5102 is a professional quality, collinear-

phased 5/8-wave VHF marine antenna of 8’ overall length with a

chrome-plated brass ferrule.

Tools required:

max.), resin core solder, pocket knife, wire cutters.

Soldering iron (40-watt min., 75-watt

Installation Instructions

Choose a mounting location that is as high as possible, as free

as possible from obstructions, away from other antennas.

Centennial® Style 5102

Supplied Parts

1 Antenna Assembly
1 PL-259 connector with
instruction sheet

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.

1. Mount the antenna using a Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet

Mount (sold separately), or use a Shakespeare Style 4008

Extension Mast and a Shakespeare Style 410-R mounting kit

(each sold separately) to form a 16’ antenna system. Follow 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.

Install the PL-259 connector according to the instructions

packed with the connector.

This antenna requires no external or internal ground system,

and works equally well on fiberglass, wood, or metal boats.

To clean the antenna, use mild dishwashing liquid (one that is

not harsh to the hands and without ammonia) in lukewarm water.

Tech Tip: This antenna will read “open circuit” when
tested with an ohm meter or continuity tester. The
50-ohm coaxial cable attached can be shortened as
required. However, it should remain at least 3 feet
(0.9 m) in length, measured from the point where the
cable exits the antenna.

Antenna

Chrome-plated
brass ferrule

Cable

35-90-1194-00

Shakespeare Company · Electronic Products Group

3801 Westmore Dr., Columbia, SC 29223 · 803-227-1590 · Fax: [phone] · www.shakespeare-marine.com

©2003 Shakespeare Co. · Form I-5102 J: rev. 04/02/2006