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The "American" TS-590S Yahoo Group
~~~ [Founded by AC8DC]. A place to discuss all aspects of the Kenwood TS-590S, together
with related files, links, photos etc.
The "Swiss" TS-590S Yahoo Group
~~~ [Founded by HB9DDS]. Another place to discuss all aspects of the Kenwood TS-590S, together
with related files, links, photos etc.
Just how many TS-590S transceivers are there in the field? Knowing that serial numbers start at 00001 at the beginning of each month of production, we can take the highest reported serial number for each month and plug it into this table to get a good idea of the grand total.
So please take a look at the serial number of your own radio. This is printed on the label located below the ANT2 socket on the rear panel. If the number is HIGHER than the number that is already in the table for your radio's month of production, drop me an email and I will update the table.
(If it is LOWER than the number in the table, there is no need to send an email).
Email G3NRW g3nrw-radio@ntlworld.com
Hint #27: 2 May 2013
CW Operation
When operating CW, turn your carrier control down to the point where there is NO ALC showing at all when you key. This will completely control the ALC issue that is a "feature" of this rig, and will be very clean.
Give VOX a try. Set the delay long if you don't want break-in. Or, just lock it down (PTT) if you want to be fully in control. Just remember to release it when you are done. With the somewhat relay-less operation these days, you don't really hear PTT like you used to.
A foot switch or any outboard switch will do the trick to perform manual switching. I also make sure my VOX gain is at zero at all times so that shack noise has no chance of tripping it.
Gary, AG0N
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Hint of the Week Archive ~~~ Previous hints collected together in one place.
TS-590S RadCom Review ~~~ An excellent review of the radio by Peter Hart, G3SJX
TS-590S QST Review ~~~ by H. Ward Silver, N0AX
TS-590S Accessibility Review ~~~ by Kelvin Marsh, M0AID. A review of the optional VGS-1 (Voice Guide and Storage Unit) and how it helps visually impaired users
eHam reviews ~~~ User reviews
Kenwood TS-590S. A Short Review of the HF/6m Transceiver ~~~ by Herwig (Herb) Feichtinger, DC1YB. An interesting hands-on user review that summarizes the many "great" features of the radio, plus a few minor issues
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Summary of TS-590S features |
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Kenwood |
The user manual that comes with the radio. Version 03. (The version number is shown at the bottom of the cover page of the manual. Look for a string of two-digit numbers, like "09 08 07 06 05 04 03" -- the last two-digit number in the sequence is the version number) |
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12 May 2011 |
Kenwood |
How to connect the TS-590S to a computer, plus full details of all the computer control (CAT) commands |
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15 Oct 2010 |
Kenwood |
How to configure a remote control system via a local area network or the internet, using the TS-590S Radio Control Program (ARCP-590) and Radio Host Program (ARHP-590) |
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15 Oct 2010 |
Kenwood |
How to set up the TS-590S to use its USB audio function and how to use the USB Audio Controller software (ARUA‑10) to control input/output routing of USB audio signals from a computer |
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Kenwood |
Detailed block diagrams, schematics, component schedules and hardware PCB layouts of the TS-590S |
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Kenwood |
In-depth descriptions of the receiver and transmitter organization, digital signal processing (DSP) functions, and various operational features |
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Frequency stability option |
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Setting up instructions, technical specification and schematic |
The official site for TS-590S software, including ARCP-590, firmware updating, etc.
NOTE: This page contains a download link to an out-of-date version of the Virtual COM Port (VCP) driver software. This version may not work with some versions of Windows. To see how to install the latest version of the VCP driver, which runs under Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8, click on the green "VIRTUAL COM PORT DRIVER" button below
The following procedure describes how to install the latest version of the Virtual COM port driver.
Disconnect the TS-590S from the PC.
Go to the Silicon Laboratories website for the up-to-date driver software.
Scroll down the Silicon Labs page to "Download for Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/8 (v6.6.1)".
Click on the link "VCP Driver Kit". This will download the file "CP210x_VCP_Windows.zip".
Unzip the file into any convenient folder, then click on either "CP210xVCPInstaller_x64.exe" (for 64-bit Windows) or "CP210xVCPInstaller_x32.exe" (for 32-bit Windows) to install the driver.
After installation, connect the TS-590S to the PC via the USB cable. Windows should recognize the radio and assign a COM port number to the VCP. Use Windows Device Manager to discover the port number
Click on the "HOWTOs" button below for the Firmware Upgrade HOWTO #14
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Ulf Schneider, DK5TX |
Detailed observations on power spikes and ALC overshoot, and what not to do in the Service Menu |
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20 Oct 2012 |
Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Summarizes the many features built into the Kenwood TS-590S for handling SSB audio. Includes full details for setting the audio equalizers and cut-off filters, together with configuring TX keying (by VOX, PTT and external CAT commands). Also dispels some of the myths and misunderstandings arising from Kenwood’s inappropriate use of the word "DATA" in its documentation. Now includes details of the built-in TX and RX equalizer profiles |
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Rob Connelly, W1AEX |
A close look at using ARCP-590 to set up different User Defined audio profiles |
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See page 120 of the TS-590S Service Manual for the schematic showing connections to the chip |
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USB Implementers Forum |
Full details of the specification for audio transfer over the USB link |
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HOWTO set up the Kenwood TS-590S for Digital Data and Digital Voice Operation |
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Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Basic setup for digital operation with packages such as fldigi, etc, and digital voice operation using FDMDV. Minor update |
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HOWTO connect the Kenwood TS-590S to the SDR-IQ Software Defined Receiver |
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Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Full hardware details of the cabling between the two units, including the use of an Elad antenna changeover switchbox. Plus full information on how to configure the HB9DRV SDR‑Radio software |
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Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Step-by-step instructions on configuring and using the HHD Serial Monitor utility, with supporting information on PuTTY, USBDeview and Portmon. Useful for monitoring and debugging CAT commands and responses. (Although written specifically for the TS-590S, the methodology will work with any radio that uses CAT commands). Minor update |
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Rob A Pohorence, Sr, N8RT |
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To fetch the latest version of the XML file, click on the link above to display the file in your browser. Then use the browser "Save File As" function to save the file (for example, as TS590S.XML). Do not copy/paste the text from the window into a file |
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Dave H Freese, Jr, W1HKJ |
The TS-590S RigCAT file for fldigi. Updated 25 July 2012, to include Data Mode Bandwidth Control by Robert Garcia, K5DTE. The update allows you to control the filter bandwidth via the fldigi interface and also allows you to use macros to control it: · The <FILWID:500><QSYTO> macro narrows the filter to 500 Hz and centers the selected signal in the passband of the filter · The <FILWID:2500><QSYFM> macro completely widens the filter bandwidth and returns to the previous frequency · It is important to note that you must set the "Sweet Spot" option in the configuration (Misc > Sweet Spot) to 1500 Hz as that is the center of the passband on the TS-590S |
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John J Eigenbrode, K4SKB, and John K Bednar, K3CT |
Select file "KenwoodTS-590SCodec.pdf" for step-by-step instructions on setting up the N1MM Logger to communicate with the TS-590S using a native USB connection (rather than a USB-to-serial adapter) |
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Rin Fukuda, JG1VGX |
Get ready for serious contesting! |
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Don Snodgrass, KG9OM |
A useful collection of HOWTOs, including: · General setup – the basic menu settings · Setup for remote operations – configure the TS-590S for iPad-controlled remote operation and for ARUA-10 operation. Uses Skype for audio, Ham Radio Deluxe for rig control and TeamViewer HD for remote desktop control. Don's "Host" Kenwood 590 station runs the iPad app TeamViewer HD for remote desktop control of Ham Radio Deluxe from his "remote" iPad. The iPad app Skype for Ipad is used for TX and RX audio exchange. This page also has other useful information for TS-590S setup, including using the ARUA-10 program for phone operation via the USB port · USB microphone setup. Includes information on configuring the Kristal audio processing package |
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2 Nov 2012 |
Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Guidance on getting started with several well-known digital packages. Added details of setup for MixW CAT control and an introduction to digital modes by Scott Traurig, WU2O |
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7 May 2012 |
Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Full details on setting up the TS-590S for remote operation over the internet. Uses Skype and TeamViewer. Includes the capability to send monitored sidetone audio along the same path as the RX audio. This means that from the comfort of your local PC you can listen to the radio’s TX Monitor, letting you check and adjust the quality of the TX audio in (more or less) real time – no more guessing how your signal might sound thousands of miles away! |
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Ian Wade, G3NRW |
How to configure MMSSTV for slow scan TV on the TS‑590S. Full details of software settings and radio menu settings. Examples of removal of noise from pictures |
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Adding a Pan-adapter to the Kenwood TS-590S |
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Jack Bryant, KE4ID |
How to use a SoftRock with HDSDR software to function as a panadapter with the TS-590S |
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Ian
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The basic steps in updating the TS-590S firmware, for both Windows PCs and Macs |
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RemoteHams HOWTO |
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Rob Pohorence, N8RT |
The easy way to remote your Kenwood TS-590 transceiver. Shows how to allow your home base station TS-590 to be accessed from a computer from any location via the internet |
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Kenwood TS-590S RX OUT adapter cable |
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Jack Bryant, KE4ID |
Describes how to make a simple “Receiver Out” adapter cable for the TS-590S, so a second receiver (for example, an SDR such as the SoftRock Ensemble II Receiver) can be connected and used as a panadapter. This enables the second receiver to use the same transmit antenna and receive antennas that the TS‑590S internal receiver uses. Use of this cable requires no hole drilling and no soldering to the TS‑590S. |
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N1MM Macros for TS-590 |
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Bjorn Mohr, SM0MDG |
Settings to make N1MM and the Kenwood TS-590 work better together. Includes settings for: Wide/Narrow buttons filters in band map. Play VGS-1 Voice Keyer memories from F-Keys Clear RIT after every contact |
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Building a Dummy Load and Measuring Power Accurately |
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Ken Kemski, K4EAA |
Full details on constructing a 130-watt dummy load, plus using the load to measure RMS power to 2% accuracy with an ordinary digital voltmeter |
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Overcoming the confusing instructions for the VGS-1 voice recorder |
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Gary McDuffie, AG0N |
A supplement to the TS-590S Instruction Manual, clarifying how to use the VGS-1 |
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TS-590S HOWTO: SSB Audio Setup |
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26 Oct 2012 |
Ian Wade, G3NRW |
Step-by-step guide to setting up really effective TX audio on the TS-590S. Includes background information on: · Factors that affect the audio · Menu A/ Menu B organization · TX equalizers · Low/High Cut filters · ALC and speech processing. Includes large diagrams showing in detail the permissible levels for ALC and compression. Hardware requirements. Detailed setup procedures for unprocessed and processed audio. Appendix 1 describes the use of ARCP-590 for setting up User-defined TX equalizer profiles. Appendix 2 describes how to record TX audio, using an undocumented TS-590S feature for feeding the monitored audio to a PC via the USB cable |
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Using an Electret Condenser Microphone with the TS-590S |
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Rob Connelly, W1AEX |
Are you hearing distortion when you transmit with your electret mic? It could be that you need to add a few components to clean it up. Complete with schematic showing how to add a couple of resistors and a capacitor to achieve a stable 8v supply to the mic. Details about halfway down this page |
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Using a GE Stereo headset with the TS-590S |
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Jerry Haigwood, W5JH |
Based on the design by Rob Connelly, W1AEX (HOWTO #21 above), but also including PTT switching. Detailed photos showing the construction of a headset adapter for the GE Stereo headset from Walmart (item 38974) |
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Kenwood TS-590 TX Modification |
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Roar Dehli, LA4AMA |
Full details on how to open up the TS-590S to transmit on the 60m band (5.250-5.450 MHz), and also to transmit across the whole HF range (1.705-30.000 MHz). Complete with detailed close-up photos showing exactly which components are involved |
This section contains information on connecting amplifiers and related equipment to the TS-590S, derived from discussions in the "American" and "Swiss" reflectors and other sources.
If you have any information to add to this section, please email the details to Ian Wade, G3NRW -- g3nrw-radio@ntlworld.com
GENERAL
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Amplifier Keying Relay Contact Ratings The relay in question is, I believe, K11 on the TX/RX unit board, and I believe the contacts are rated as follows: 0.6A at 125V AC 0.6A at 110V DC and/or 2A at 30V DC. I took the cover off the rig and read the specs directly off the relay. |
Frank, KK0K |
ACOM 1000
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I'm taking delivery of a spanky new Acom 1000 in a couple of days, is it a simple matter of hooking the KEY IN on the amplifier to pin 2 (common) and pin 4 (MKE) of the REMOTE connector? Is that a standard 7 pin DIN? The manual for the Acom says the following... "d) Run a cable terminated in a Phono (RCA) connector from the transceiver socket providing ground on transmit” to the amplifier rear panel KEY-IN socket. NOTE Your amplifier will not work if KEY-IN is not connected properly. Transceiver producers give different names to this output and they are for instance TX-GND, SEND, T/R-LINE, etc. Some transceivers require that “ground on transmit” is implemented via a software command, or by changing the setting of a switch on the rear panel, or interior of the transceiver. Check your transceiver’s manual." The closest I can see in theTS-590S manual is the pins I mentioned on the REMOTE connector so will that be suitable? |
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The 590 has a feature that no other OEM thinks is necessary. That is the TX Delay setting [Menu 53]. For the Acom 1000 set it at 10 ms key delay as the Acom has a QSK TR relay. For a slow keying amp like the Ameritrons, set it at 25 ms TX Delay. This will prevent hot switching and make the radio and amp happy. |
Sonny, AB4VV |
AMERITRON AL-811
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In the next day or two I will be replacing my Kenwood TS870 with a new TS590. For years I have been running a Ameritron AL811 with the simple relay connection. Will that connection work OK on with the TS590 or should I purchase the MFJ ARB 704 Interface unit? |
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I've ran my TS-590S with the Ameritron AL-811. I used a connection from the REMOTE connector and the ALC from the REMOTE connector. Has worked flawless since day one. I now have an ALS-600 using the exact same cabling and REMOTE connections. No problems. The REMOTE pins 2 is the shield of a phono cable and pin 4 is the center conductor on the phono plug. This is plugged into the RELAY jack on the AL-811. The ALC from the REMOTE connector pin 6 going to the center conductor of a phono cable and the shield connected to the metal shield of the 7 pin DIN plug. The cable from the ALC on the TS-590S is plugged into the ALC on the AL-811. Go to menu item 53 and select either 2 or 3 as a setting. When the amplifier is turned on and in OPERATE the TS-590S should be able to key it when you transmit. The drive to the amplifier varies but I found about 50 watts was enough. After that you can go ahead and tune the amplifier up and adjust the ALC control on the back of the AL-811 to where it just starts to lower the power output of the TS-590S and then turn it clockwise to the point where the power from the TS-590S just gets back to the level needed for the amplifier to put out full power. The ALC circuit in the AL-811 isn't one of the best so make sure your power level when running the amplifier is adjusted to the power level that obtains the power out you want from the AL-811. -- Just to clarify the cable used from the TS-870 to the AL-811 is exactly the same wiring the TS‑590S needs to connect the amplifier to it. The only difference is the menu #. Plug in the cable you currently have and set the menu to activate the HF amplifier and you're done. |
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Just as an aside -- I am using the AMP cable called TS2P/TS2PA from ebay -- seems to be fine. |
Chuck |
AMERITRON ALS-600
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I have a new TS-590S and a new Ameritron Als 600 amp. It has jacks on it for remote control and change by the radio. Ameritron has cables for several models of radios but not for the 590. I even called them to verify. Does anybody have a fix for this problem? |
Jeff, WB8RJY |
AMERITRON ALS-1300
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I currently run my TS-590S with the Ameritron ALS-1300. I use the remote connector for connection to the ALC, pin 6 and MKE pin 4, with pin 2 as common. The cable from the Remote ALC on the TS-590S is plugged into the ALC jack on the ALS‑1300. Menu item 53 is selected for item 3 as a setting, where both the Relay and Delay are both set to ON. With the amplifier turned on and in the OPERATE position the TS-590S is able to key it when transmit is selected. The drive to the amplifier varies from band to band but I have found that 50 watts is enough drive. The amplifier ALC control is set to the 2.5 position on the dial located on the front of the ALS‑1300. I also use the MFJ-998 Automatic Tuner in conjunction with the ALS-1300 Amplifier. For clarification, the cable used between the TS-590S remoter tuner connector to the MFJ‑998 is the MFJ-5114K, and the MFJ-998 jumper JP1 is ON. Plug in the cable, set the menu to activate the HF amplifier and you're done. The full station wiring diagram. The MFJ-998 tuner should be inserted between the RF Switch and the RCS-4 and used only for the wire antennas, but for simplicity of station wiring and proximity of RF equipments, it’s located as shown in the diagram. |
Tom, W3FRG |
AMERITRON ARI-500
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I am trying to use an Ameritron ALS-1300 with their ARI-500 auto switch box and cannot get my TS-590 to communicate with the ARI-500. The factory says it should work. I searched all the messages on this site and only found one post with no responses. Is their anyone out there that is using this combination with any success? It would be nice to be able to auto band switch with this amp. I have has no trouble with the radio auto band switching with other amps made by THP and SPE. So the RS-232 port on the radio is fine. Thanks in advance for any help. |
Chas, K2BU |
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When I bought my ALS-600 at DX-Engineering over a year ago, I asked that question. They went to Ameritron and got back with me. The ARI-500 had to be redesigned to properly work with the 590, as far as I've seen it has not, and I also see it is not listed in DX-Eng. latest catalog. So I did not buy one. They listed Kenwood in their catalog but not the 590 that's why I asked the question. |
Jim, WA7NDD |
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That's absolutely true the ARI-500 cannot in it's present form sense the band the TS-590S is selected to. There is a way to get the information and send it to the ARI-500 for auto band select. You can see a YouTube on this here; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LaV1S-lyus. You'll probably need to add some general purpose switch transistors as a switch level out. It might be okay just the way it is. This works. There may be other ways to do this but so far this is the only one I've seen. |
Gary, KO6WB |
AMERITRON ATP-102
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Follow the instructions, hint; you plug it in to the straight key jack. |
Gary, KO6WB |
SPE EXPERT 1K-FA
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I have an SPE Expert 1K-FA amplifier for CW contesting. I cannot get the auto-band changing to work. I have my PC connected to the USB port for logging and that works just fine. I connected the COM port to the Amp as per the Kenwood diagram on page 31 of the User's manual. Both ports are set to 9600 BPS. Is there something I have not done?. Can anyone help please? |
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The internal frequency counter should have been able to detect and automatically change bands even if the Kenwood communications are not setup correctly. Does the amplifier automatically switch bands when you transmit? It should be almost instantaneous. Also make sure you have the correct cable or if you made it yourself check and make sure it's wired correctly. Not absolutely sure this is a Kenwood problem or not. |
Gary, KO6WB |
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I have made a schematic drawing on how I connect to my SPE Expert 1K-FA amplifier. I connect to the computer and rig via the USB ports at 38400 and between the rig and the amplifier with 9600 and it works nicely. |
Mel, SM0MPV |
TOKYO THP HL
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I'm curious if there is anyone here who is using the TS-590S with the Tokyo High Power solid state amps? Early on, there was discussion about the THP amps faulting and/or being damaged by the spike in the TS-590S upon key-up. I run mine with an Acom 1000 with no issues. Just curious for a report from owner of 590 and THP amp. |
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I have been running my 590 with a Tokyo Hy-Power solid state HL-550FX for 8 months or so. I have operated maybe 12 contests, both RTTY and SSB. Never had a fault. I also use an LP‑100A digital vector RF wattmeter, and have not noticed any significant spikes. |
Jim, W4LC
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Steve, have the 590 driving the THP 1.5K with no problems. |
Jack, KZ6ZZ |
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I have been running my TS-590S with a Tokyo Hy-Power HL-1.5KFX on a near daily basis for the past two years and have yet to have the amplifier fault. Like Jim, W4LC, I use an LP-100A digital wattmeter and have not noticed any significant power spikes. |
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I've used the TS590 with THP HL-1.2K and never had any problems. I used to DX and contests. I found no difficulty or problems during one year (little bit more than one year) I presently use a home made SS 600W HF linear (Motorola application EB-104)and also had no problems or bad signal report. |
Ronaldo, PY2NFE |
MemSet590 is a program written by Ian Wade, G3NRW, to manage memory settings in the Kenwood TS-590S transceiver. MemSet590 is a .XLS program that runs under Microsoft Excel.
With MemSet590 you set up an Excel spreadsheet containing the settings for all the 110 memories in the radio, then click on the Upload button to transfer these settings to the radio. In the opposite direction you click on the Download button to transfer all the radio's memory settings to the spreadsheet. This can save a large amount of time, and is certainly much quicker than setting up the memories from the radio's front panel.
Working with the spreadsheet is very simple. No knowledge of Excel is required -- you simply fill in the boxes. Most of the settings such as Mode, FM Deviation, Tone Frequencies and so on are set up through dropdown lists, so very little typing is necessary. There is comprehensive error checking to make sure you don't attempt to upload invalid data to the radio. Also, you can print out the spreadsheet on a couple of sheets of paper, to give you a hardcopy record of all the settings.
MemSet590 now contains memory settings for the new U.S. 60m channels, following ARRL's Recommended Practices for 60m.
When using these channels for narrow-band digital transmission, be sure to set the modulating audio center frequency to 1.5kHz. This will ensure that the transmitted signal is in the center of the channel, as required by Part97.
MemSet590 now contains a collection of 18 memory settings for the UK 60m allocation that came into force on 1 January 2013. The channels follow those listed in the UK 60m Band Whiteboard.
MemSet590 program v1.2 with UK channels ~~~ First create a MemSet590 folder (for example, C:\MemSet590), then download the program into it
CAT590 is a diagnostic program that lets you send TS-590S computer control commands from the PC to the radio, then monitors the responses from the radio. CAT590 is an Excel VBA program, and requires Excel to run.
The program is very easy to use. After connecting the program to the radio, you simply enter a CAT command (for example, "fa;" in the pink box below), then click on the "Send Command" button. The command is sent to the radio, and the response from the radio then appears in the green box.
CAT590 program ~~~ First create a CAT590 folder (for example, C:\CAT590), then download the program into it.
Changing the COM port ~~~ How to change a COM port number (applies to USB and serial ports)
Serial Port Monitor ~~~ Intercept, display and analyze all data exchanged over a COM port connection. Very useful for debugging CAT commands
USBDeview ~~~ A small utility that lists details of all USB devices on your computer. Also load the 'Vendor Name' And 'Product Name' database into the same folder as USBDeview for a more detailed display of USB device information
PuTTY ~~~ A serial port (and SSH/telnet) client. Very useful debugging tool for sending/receiving CAT commands to/from the radio
PortMon ~~~ The port monitor tool from SysInternals
RoMac Sound Card Manager ~~~ A QuickMix replacement. Save audio levels for individual digital packages. Works with all versions of Windows
Date of manufacture ~~~ How to decode your radio's serial number
Roofing Filters, Transmitted Bandwidth, and Receiver Performance ~~~ by Rob Sherwood, NC0B. A classic presentation on what's important when it comes to choosing a radio
Improving the Intelligibility of SSB Transmissions ~~~ by Martin Ehrenfried, G8JNJ. Basic information on speech tailoring. Useful background for setting up TS-590S user-defined equalizer profiles
ALC Exciter Power Overshoot ~~~ by Tom Rauch, W8JI. Every TS-590S owner should read what Tom has to say about ALC overshoot
Band data information from the TS-590S ~~~ by Steve van Lieburg, PA3GBQ. Demonstration of an interesting PIC project that intercepts TS-590S serial port CAT commands to produce band data output for antenna and/or linear amplifier control
Running the TS-590S with the SDR-IQ ~~~ YouTube video
Russian Language TS-590S Resources Site ~~~ by Wasil Beketoff, UU2JJ
MFJ ENTERPRISES 5213 plug and cable assembly ~~~ Open-ended cable wired to 13-pin DIN plug, for use with the TS-590S ACC2 Connector
USB-to-serial adapters ~~~ by Stephen H. Smith, WA8LMF. The definitive words on what adapter to choose (and what not to choose)
If you find the TS-590S Resources Page useful, why not add a one-line promotional message to the bottom of your QRZ.COM entry? To see how it would look, go to the G3NRW QRZ.COM page. Scroll to the bottom of the page, where you will see the yellow "NRW" icon followed by a link to the Resources Page.
To embed this message into your QRZ.COM entry, do the following -- this takes much longer to describe than to do:
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1. Go to QRZ.COM.
2. Enter your own call sign to bring up your page.
3. Click on the "Edit" button.
4. Select the action "Add or edit your biography text, fonts, etc.".
5. When the text of your page appears, click on the "Source" button (top left hand corner). The HTML code for the page will then appear. Scroll down to the bottom of the page.
6. Copy the 5 lines in green below to the Clipboard.
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<p><a href="http://homepage.ntlworld.com/wadei/ts-590s.htm" target="_blank">
<img src="http://homepage.ntlworld.com/wadei/g3nrw.ico" />
The TS-590S Resources Page</a> ~~~ The one-stop source of information on the Kenwood TS-590S.</p>
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7. Paste the Clipboard into your HTML source code.
8. Click on "Save", then click on "Done" to return to your listing. The "NRW" icon and one-line message should now appear at the bottom of the page.
JVC Kenwood's management message ~~~ from Shoichiro Eguchi, President, Representative Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) ~~~ July 2012
About the Professional Systems Business Division ~~~ this Division includes amateur radio
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