Digital Antenna 528-VB 4 VHF Antenna - Black [528-VB]

Voted the best 4' VHF antenna by PowerBoat Reports, this Digital Antenna 528-VB in sleek black is a top - choice for T - tops, speedboats, and sailboats. With a 4.5dB gain, it offers high - performance that lasts for years. It features a 500 GOLD Series easy - installation connector system. The gold factory - attached mini - UHF female connector with PL - 259 (UHF) adapter makes it a breeze to connect to the radio, no soldering required. All antennas are proudly made in the USA, hand - assembled, tested, and tuned for top - notch performance, quality, and durability. The 4' VHF antenna has powerful brass radiators, soldered connections, a power - directing ferrite choke bead, a high - gloss urethane finish, a 316 stainless steel ferrule, and a 4dB gain. The 500 GOLD Series comes with a standard 1'14 threaded base, a gold factory - attached mini - UHF female with a mini - UHF male to UHF male (PL259) adapter, and 15 feet of low - loss, tinned braid, foil - shielded, UV - stable RG - 8X marine cable. Specifications include a VHF antenna band, black color, fiberglass construction, stainless - steel ferrule, 48 - inch length, box dimensions of 2'H x 2'W x 50'L and a weight of 3.3 lbs, and UPC 839494001190. Note: This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Contact the manufacturer directly for any issues.

Using this VHF antenna is simple. First, find a suitable spot on your T - top, speedboat, or sailboat for installation. The 500 GOLD Series comes with a standard 1'14 threaded base, so just screw it in place. Connect the antenna to your radio using the gold factory - attached mini - UHF female connector with the PL - 259 (UHF) adapter that's included, no soldering needed. When using the antenna, make sure it's in an open area to get the best signal. Avoid blocking it with large objects. For maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a mild soap and water to clean the high - gloss urethane finish. Check the soldered connections and the 316 stainless steel ferrule periodically for any signs of wear. If you have any problems, don't return it to the place of purchase. Instead, contact the manufacturer directly.