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Description
The Shakespeare ART-3 Antenna/Radio Tester provides fast, accurate checks of VHF radio performance without needing a radio check call. It measures receiver function, output power, and VSWR to help ensure reliable communication. Compact, easy to use, and powered by battery or 12V DC, it's an essential tool for marine radio maintenance.
Shakespeare Antenna/Radio Tester - ART-3 Item # 882785
Description
The Shakespeare ART-3 Antenna / Radio Test is unlike other meters in its class. It tests receiver function as well as output power and VSWR (antenna efficiency).
Features:
- Eliminates the need to call for a radio check
- Compact and easy to use
- Powered by an internal battery (Included) or can be connected to ships 12V DC with the supplied power cable
- Battery level can be checked at the flip of a switch
Specifications:
- Frequency Range: 155-158 MHz
- RF Power Scale: 0-30W
- Impedance: 50 ohm
- Accuracy: 10%
- Connectors: SO-239
- Construction: Die-cast aluminum
- Signal Generator: 3 KHz Deviation
- Tone: 1000 KHz
- RF Level: -115 dBM (approximately)
Part Numbers for Shakespeare Antenna/Radio Tester - ART-3
Reviews
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Alan from
Meter does NOT help diagnose AIS issues.
Intended to test our AIS antenna and cable. Found out that the tester apparently requires a transmitter to transmit to test the antenna. AIS only transmits short bursts when it thinks it needs to so I wouldn't achieve what I intended. I purchased a new antenna and cable and replaced the old antenna without knowing it was defective. AIS is now transmitting, blinking red light is now green, and VSWR (as reported by the AIS transponder) went from nearly 8:1 to 1.5:1 so the old antenna-cable were the problem but this meter did not help me diagnose it. (It did verify that my VHS transciever and antenna are OK!)
Date published: 2025-07-28