Shakespeare Electronic 5225-XP Leaflet

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.

The Style 5225-XP is a Galaxy

®

 Series, collinear-phased           

5/8-wave antenna of 8’ overall length. The one-section, 6dB antenna 

has a stainless steel ferrule and a 20’ RG 8/X low-loss cable.

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 5187 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.

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.

©2004, 2005 Shakespeare Co.        · Form I-5225-XP  J: rev. 08/03/2012

35-90-1288-00

1  Antenna assembly

1  PL-259 Connector with instruction sheet

1  Grommet plug (see Tech Tips)

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.

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