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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER
TS-990S
©B62-2389-10
1.01
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER TS-990S ©B62-2389-10 1.01 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01...

  • Page 3: Prior To Your First Qso

    PRIOR TO YOUR FIRST QSO NOTICE TO THE USER Thank you for purchasing this TS-990S transceiver. This chapter, Prior to your first QSO, gives you a product One or more of the following statements may be overview, conditions of your use, notations applied to applicable for this equipment.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    For example, avoid use near a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or in a damp basement or attic. • The presence of an unusual odor or smoke is often a sign of trouble. Immediately turn the power OFF and remove the power cable. Contact a KENWOOD service station or your dealer for advice. Index Contents...

  • Page 5: Transportation, Installation And Packing Material Storage

    A user is required to obtain approval from JVC KENWOOD corporation, in writing, prior to redistributing this document on a personal web page or via packet communication.

  • Page 6: Software Copyrights

    This product employs the software component in accordance strictly prohibited. with the End User License Agreement (hereinafter referred A user is required to obtain approval from JVC KENWOOD to as the "EULA") stipulated by JVC KENWOOD Corporation corporation, in writing, prior to redistributing this manual and/or the respective bona fide holder.

  • Page 7: Trademarks

    ABOUT THE URL AND CONTACTS OF damages caused by such typos or expressions. JVC KENWOOD CORPORATION • JVC KENWOOD Corporation has the right to change or improve the product specifications, etc., described in this manual without The latest URL and contacts of JVC KENWOOD prior notice.
  • Page 8 PRIOR TO YOUR FIRST QSO ■ SCREEN AND MESSAGES ■ NOTATION FOR KEYS, CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS Information that appears on the main screen after pressing In this manual, each key, control, and display are described. the MENU key or by a long press of any particular key is Notation Example Overview...
  • Page 9 PRIOR TO YOUR FIRST QSO ■ NOTATIONS FOR USER OPERATION In this manual, various user operations are described, as below. Notation Example Overview Press down Press the main power switch (I/O) the main located on the rear panel, to the "I" power (ON) or "O" (OFF) position. switch (I/O) Press [ Press [...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    TREATMENT OF YOUR IMPORTANT DATA ......V MAIN AND SUB SCREEN DISPLAYS ........4-3 TROUBLESHOOTING .............. V MAIN SCREEN ..............4-3 ABOUT THE URL AND CONTACTS OF JVC KENWOOD SUB SCREEN ..............4-4 CORPORATION ................ V CONFIGURING THE SCREEN TYPE ........4-5 NOTATIONS APPLIED TO THIS MANUAL .......
  • Page 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHANGING THE TRANSMIT METER ......4-19 PLAYING AND TRANSMITTING A CW MESSAGE .... 5-27 INTERRUPTING THE KEYING ......... 5-27 METER PEAK-VALUE HOLD ..........4-19 DELETING CW MESSAGES ..........5-28 ANALOG METER RESPONSE SPEED ......4-19 STORING THE ANTENNA NAME ........4-20 ADJUSTING THE MICROPHONE GAIN FOR FM MODE CHANGING THE ANTENNA ..........
  • Page 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS USING THE USB KEYBOARD TO TRANSMIT A TEXT ADJUSTING THE VOX GAIN ..........9-3 STRING ................5-56 ADJUSTING THE VOX DELAY TIME ........9-3 UTILIZING AN PSK MESSAGE MEMORY ......5-57 ADJUSTING THE ANTI VOX GAIN LEVEL ......9-4 STORING MESSAGES .............
  • Page 13 TABLE OF CONTENTS ADJUSTING THE VOLUME OF VOICE MESSAGE ... 13-3 CONFIGURING THE NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR ..16-14 TRANSMITTING A VOICE MESSAGE ......13-3 CONFIGURING THE OUTPUT TO AN EXTERNAL METER ..CLEARING A VOICE MESSAGE ........13-4 16-15 CONFIGURING INTERVAL TIME FOR RETRANSMIT ..13-4 SELECTING THE OUTPUT SIGNAL OF AN EXTERNAL RECORDING AND PLAYING COMMUNICATION AUDIO 13-4 SPEAKER ................
  • Page 14 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTERNAL BEAT OCCURRED IN THE SUB BAND ..18-3 OTHER COMBINATIONS ..........18-3 SPURIOUS ON THE BANDSCOPE (WATERFALL) .... 18-3 THE LIST OF ERROR MESSAGES ........18-4 THE LIST OF WARNING MESSAGES ......18-6 TROUBLESHOOTING ............18-7 SYMPTOMS ENCOUNTERED DURING RECEPTION AND TRANSMISSION ...............

  • Page 15: Installing And Connecting The Transceiver

    1 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION connected to the ground terminal before plugging the AC plug into the outlet. Likewise, remove the ground To carry and install the transceiver requires two or more connection only after unplugging the AC plug. Failure to persons.

  • Page 16: Torque Adjustment For Tuning (M) Control

    1 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER ACCESSORIES CONNECTIONS (FRONT TORQUE ADJUSTMENT FOR TUNING (M) CONTROL PANEL) You can change the rotation torque of the Tuning (M) control as desired by pinching the ring at the back of the dial, then rotating the dial. Clockwise increases the HEADPHONES (PHONES) rotation torque and counterclockwise decreases it.

  • Page 17: Microphone (Mic)

    INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER 1 MICROPHONE (MIC) USB FLASH DRIVE/USB KEYBOARD ( The MIC jack accepts a microphone with an impedance of You can connect any commercially available USB flash 250Ω to 600Ω. drive or USB keyboard to the USB-A port. Connect the microphone plug to the MIC socket on Connect it securely to the (USB-A) port.

  • Page 18: Key For Cw (Key)

    1 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER KEY FOR CW (KEY) For CW operation without using the built-in electronic keyer, the plug from a electronic key, a straight key, a external electronic keyer or a PC keyer can be connected. The KEY jack accepts a 2-conductor (mono) plug with a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter.

  • Page 19: Connection To A Pc

    ◆ To control the transceiver via the USB connector using a PC, you need to install the virtual COM port driver onto the PC. ◆ To use the USB audio, the driver available in your PC as standard will be used. You can down load the ARUA-10 USB Audio Controller from the KENWOOD web site. RS-232C Straight Cable...

  • Page 20: Connection To The Linear Amplifier

    GND terminal and pin number 4 to the control terminal of the linear amplifier. ◆ TL-922 have been discontinued and is no longer available. CONNECTION TO THE TL-922 TL-922 TS-990S Supplied 7-pin DIN Plug (Use a self-made connection cable using the 7-pin DIN plug supplied with the transceiver.) CONTROL RELAY Activates if “Active High + Relay”...

  • Page 21: Connecting A Typical Linear Amplifier

    {page 16-27} You can connect the TS-990S to a TM-D710A/E or RC-D710 using an optional PG-5G and a commercially available RS- 232C cross-cable. If the RS-232C cross-cable has female plugs or male plugs, use a female to male conversion plug.

  • Page 22: Connection To An External Antenna Tuner

    ◆ If you connect the AT-300 to the AT terminal, the transmit power will be limited to 100 W. (Depending on the specifications for AT-300) ◆ The AT-300 has been discontinued and is no longer available. ANT 1 connector TS-990S AT-300 CONNECTION TO A TNC, MCP, ETC.

  • Page 23: Connecting To Your Lan

    INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER 1 CONNECTING TO YOUR LAN To connect the transceiver to your LAN so as to automatically correct the clock or to operate with KNS (KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM), use an Ethernet cable (straight type) as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 24: Terminal Descriptions

    1 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER TERMINAL DESCRIPTIONS ab c d e COM CONNECTOR Pin No. Pin Name Function Input/Output No connection — Sends the serial data to a PC. Receives the serial data from a PC. No connection — Ground —...

  • Page 25: Acc2 Connector

    INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER 1 ACC2 CONNECTOR Pin No. Pin Name Function Input/Output Audio Output for the Sub Band Audio Sends the audio signal to external devices, such as TNC, MCP and PC. • The audio output level cannot be changed with the AF control on the front panel. SANO • Audio output level can be changed in Menu 7-11, "Sub Band Audio Output Level (ACC 2)".

  • Page 26: Mic Connector

    1 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE TRANSCEIVER MIC CONNECTOR Pin No. Pin Name Function Input/Output Signal input from the microphone Microphone standby (PTT) control Microphone Down control Microphone Up control Provides DC 8 V to the microphone. No connection — Microphone Ground —...

  • Page 27: Panel Description

    2 PANEL DESCRIPTION FRONT PANEL f PHONES jack a Power Switch: [ ](POWER) Connect a set of headphones(4 to 32Ω). {page 1-2} Press to turn the transceiver power ( ) ON or OFF. {page 4-1} g PADDLE jack " " LED Connect a paddle for CW operation. {page 1-3} Lights green when the transceiver power ( ) is ON.
  • Page 28 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION xy z A FM/AM/FM-N key: [FM/AM/FM-N] Press to toggle the Speech Processor between active and inactive. {page 9-6} Press to toggle between FM mode and AM mode. Press and hold to open or close the Speech Processor Press and hold to toggle FM mode between narrow (FM-N) screen.
  • Page 29 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 and inactive. {page 5-3} y TX (Main band) key: [TX] (M) Press to switch Split mode to Simplex mode. {page 5-1} "RX" (Sub band) LED "TX" (Main band) LED Lights green while the sub band is in receive mode. Lights green while in Simplex mode.
  • Page 30 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION X Down key: [DOWN] Press to decrease the frequency in steps of 1 MHz. Hold the key down to continuously decrease the frequency. While a configuration screen is open, press to execute the key task which varies depending on the configuration screen. For example, press to decrease or continuously decrease the parameter in the proper step size.
  • Page 31 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 "APF" (Sub band) LED Lights green while Audio Peak Filter for the sub band is active. {page 6-7}, {page 6-8} RF (S) control AF (S) control: Rotate to adjust the AF level for the sub band. RF (R) control: Rotate to adjust the RF level for the sub band. Mute key for Sub band received audio: [MUTE] (S) Press to toggle the mute for the received audio of the sub band between On and Off.
  • Page 32 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Noise Blanker 2 (Main band) key: [NB2] (M) Press to toggle the Noise Blanker 2 for the main band between active and inactive. {page 6-9} Noise Reduction 1 (Main band) key: [NR1] (M) Press to toggle the Noise Reduction 1 for the main band between active and inactive.
  • Page 33 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 Memory keys Quick Memory keys [M/V] key [MR] key Press to toggle between Memory Channel mode and VFO Press to toggle the Quick Memory mode between active and mode. {page 10-4} inactive. {page 10-8} Press and hold to switch between Dual Memory Channel Press and hold to clear all the operating data stored in Quick mode and VFO mode.
  • Page 34 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION LO/WIDTH control MULTI/CH control High Cut/Low Cut mode: Rotate to adjust the low cut Rotate to increment or decrement the frequency step while in frequency. {page 6-4} VFO mode. {page 4-13} Shift/Width mode: Rotate to adjust the Rotate to increment or decrement the channel number bandwidth.

  • Page 35: Rear Panel

    KEYPAD connector. You can assign the desired function Connects to a PC and LAN so as to operate with KNS to the keypad from the specified functions. {page 16-7} (KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM) or to automatically correct the clock. {page 1-9} e COM connector This is an RS-232C connector for connection to a PC.

  • Page 36: Microphone (Option)

    2 PANEL DESCRIPTION The DISPLAY connector contains a DVI-I connector which v RX OUT connector can transfer both digital and analog RGB signals. Connects to an external BPF, another receiver, a transverter, etc. Connecting the signal from the RX OUT connector to the To connect to an analog RGB display having a D-sub 15- RX IN connector enables reception by the internal receiver.

  • Page 37: Main Screen

    PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 MAIN SCREEN Ⓑ Ⓐ Ⓐ Ⓒ Ⓙ Ⓓ Ⓔ Ⓕ Ⓖ Ⓗ Ⓘ Area Display Description Ref. Page Displays the antenna number. The antenna number changes when you change the antenna. {page 4-20} Disappears when the transmit signal is sent through the DRV connector to a transverter. Appears while the antenna dedicated for reception is active.
  • Page 38 2 PANEL DESCRIPTION Area Display Description Ref. Page Displays the RIT or XIT frequency in the range from -9.999 kHz to 9.999 kHz. {page 5-13} The status varies depending on the audio source for the transmit audio selected using the Data VOX.
  • Page 39 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 Area Display Description Ref. Page Displays the receiving band. {page 5-1} Appears while the VFO mode or auto mode frequency is being configured. {page 4-11} Displays the entry history while in VFO mode or in frequency entry mode. {page 4-15} Appears while transmitting or receiving using the operating information from a memory channel.

  • Page 40: Sub-Screen

    2 PANEL DESCRIPTION SUB-SCREEN Ⓐ Ⓑ Ⓒ Ⓓ Ⓔ Dual Frequency Display Single Frequency Display (Main Band Frequency and Sub-band Frequency) (Main Band Frequency/Dial) Note: ◆ Pressing [S.DISP/SEL] changes the sub screen displays. Refer to "BASIC OPERATIONS" for further details. {page 4-4} Area Display...
  • Page 41 PANEL DESCRIPTION 2 Ⓐ Ⓐ Ⓑ Ⓑ Ⓒ Ⓒ Vector Scope X-Y Scope Area Display Description Ref. Page Appears while decoding in RTTY (FSK) or PSK mode. {page 5-35} Displays the selected band to decode, either the main band or the sub band. {page 5-36} Displays the selected IF filter.

  • Page 43: Menu

    3 MENU MENU CONFIGURATIONS OPENING THE SUB MENU In the Menu screen, you can configure and edit various 1 Press [MENU] to open the Menu screen. functions of this transceiver as well as change the 2 Press the function key for the key guide on the right operating environment.

  • Page 44: Menu Items

    3 MENU SWITCHING THE OPERATING DATA BETWEEN CONFIG Note: A AND CONFIG B ◆ The current status of the operating environment, either "CONFIG A" or "CONFIG B", appears on the status bar of the Menu screen. Also, the operating environment data can be stored to or read from Parameters configured in the menu and various a USB flash drive.
  • Page 45 MENU 3 Basic Configurations (Group 0) Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page Assignment of the programmable Refer to the programmable Message 0-21 External PF 3: Key Assignment 16-7 function to [PF 3] (Keypad) function key list. Memory CH3 Assignment of the programmable Refer to the programmable Message 0-22...
  • Page 46 3 MENU Decoding & Encoding (Group 2) Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page FSK Decode Averaging in the FFT scope (RTTY 2-00 FFT Scope Averaging (RTTY Decode) 0 to 9 (in steps of 1) 5-38 Decode) 2-01 RX UOS RX Unshift On Space Off, On 5-42...
  • Page 47 MENU 3 Memory Channels & Scan (Group 4) Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page Memory 4-00 Number of Quick Memory Channels The number of quick memory channels 3, 5, 10 [ch] 5 [ch] 10-8 Temporary Change (Memory Channel Temporary change of configurations for 4-01 Off, On 10-5...
  • Page 48 3 MENU TX/RX Filter & Misc. (Group 6) Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page Message Last 10 [s], Last 20 [s], Last 30 6-00 Playback Time (Full-time Recording) Playback time for the full-time recording Last 30 [s] 13-5 Location of holder where the recorded files 6-01 Recorded Audio File Storage Location Internal, USB...
  • Page 49 MENU 3 Audio output from the rear panel 7-14 Audio Output Type (Rear Connectors) All, Received Audio Only 16-6 connectors 7-15 Speaker Output Configuration Speaker output format Normal, Reversed, Mixed Normal 16-17 Bandscope (Group 8) Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page Common...
  • Page 50 3 MENU Selecting the upper limit frequency Fixed Mode 14 MHz Band Upper Limit 11.005.000 [MHz] to 15.000.000 14.500.000 8-22 for the 14 MHz Band in Fixed mode (max. 15 MHz) [MHz] (in steps of 0.001 [MHz]) [MHz] (maximum 15 MHz) Selecting the lower limit frequency Fixed Mode 18 MHz Band Lower Limit 15.000.000 [MHz] to 19.995.000...

  • Page 51: Reset Menu Items

    Secondary DNS Server Secondary DNS server 1.0.0.0 to 223.255.255.255 blank MAC Address MAC Address Unique for each transceiver 16-13 A maximum of 8 alphanumeric Administrator ID Administrator ID admin 16-14 characters A maximum of 8 alphanumeric Administrator Password Administrator Password Kenwood 16-14 characters Contents Index...

  • Page 52: Advanced Menu Items

    3 MENU ADVANCED MENU ITEMS Reference Menu Display Configuration Range Default Page Automatic, TX Power, ALC, Drain Output signal type (main band) to an Indication Signal Type (Main Band) Voltage (Vd), Compression Level Automatic 16-15 external meter (COMP), Current (Id), SWR TX Power, ALC, Drain Voltage Output signal type (sub band) to an Indication Signal Type (Sub Band)

  • Page 53: List Of Usb Menu Items

    MENU 3 LIST OF USB MENU ITEMS Reference Display Configuration Page Read Configuration Data Reading the transceiver configuration data 12-2 Save Configuration Data Saving the transceiver configuration data 12-2 USB Flash Drive Formatting Formatting the USB flash drive 12-1 Safe Removal of USB Flash Drive Safe removal of a USB flash drive 12-1 3-11...

  • Page 55: Basic Operations

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS TURNING THE TRANSCEIVER ON PRECAUTION Prior to switching the main power (I/O) ON, read ◆ When the transceiver power ( ) is first turned ON, be sure that carefully through "INSTALLING AND CONNECTING you set the clock (your local time) for the first time. The clock is utilized for time stamping of various types of the files.
  • Page 56 4 BASIC OPERATIONS Note: F[ADV.] [MENU] ◆ If Standby State Low Power Consumption is enabled, the transceiver cannot accept a PC command. To start up the transceiver using a PC, be sure to disable, in Advanced Menu 22, the Standby State Low Power Consumption. ◆...

  • Page 57: Main And Sub Screen Displays

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 COOLING FAN AND TEMPERATURE PROTECTION FOR FINAL UNIT To protect internal circuits from high temperatures, the transceiver senses the temperature of the final unit regardless of the operation state, either transmitting or receiving, and controls the cooling fan rotation speed for the final unit and the transmit power as described below.

  • Page 58: Sub Screen

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS ■ Function Keys on the right side of the Main Screen ■ S witching to the Standard Mode and to the Enhanced Mode • [ANT] (F) {page 4-20} 1 Press and hold [S.DISP/SEL] to switch to the standard Press to switch the antenna configuration. or enhanced mode. Press and hold to open the Antenna Name screen. A long press displays or hides a dial on the sub-display.

  • Page 59: Configuring The Screen Type

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 CONFIGURING THE SCREEN TYPE The background color or the font type can be changed as desired. CHANGING THE BACKGROUND COLOR You can select the background color for the main screen and sub screen from three options. 1 Select Group No. 0, "Basic Configurations", from the The selected band frequency The selected band frequency (enhanced) Audio Band Scope Display...

  • Page 60: Changing The Dial Color (Sub Screen)

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS SELECTING THE DIMMER 4 Press [-] (F4) or [+] (F5) to select "Font 1", "Font 2", or "Font 3". Dimmer is a function to change the brightness of the The default is "Font 1". screen and LED as you wish. 5 Press [ ] (F1).

  • Page 61: Swapping The Operating Data Between Main Band And Sub Band

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 SWAPPING THE OPERATING DATA BETWEEN ADJUSTING THE AF GAIN MAIN BAND AND SUB BAND You can adjust the speaker volume. Two independent AF controls are available for the main band and for the sub There two independent receivers in this transceiver, such band, respectively.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Rf Gain

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS ADJUSTING THE RF GAIN CONFIGURING THE OPERATING BAND You can adjust the received sensitivity gain. Two You can select your desired operating band. independent RF controls are available for the main band The band can be configured for the main band and the and for the sub band, respectively.
  • Page 63 BASIC OPERATIONS 4 ■ Band Memory Defaults Default (MHz) and Mode Band Name and Frequency Range (MHz) Band Memory 1 Band Memory 2 Band Memory 3 Band Memory 4 Band Memory 5 1.8/ CW (K-type) 1.81/ CW (K-type) 1.82/ CW (K-type) 1.83/ CW (K-type) 1.84/ CW (K-type) 1.8 MHz/ 1.62 to 2.00 1.83/ CW (E-type)

  • Page 64: Selecting The Operating Mode

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS SELECTING THE OPERATING MODE CONFIGURING THE DATA MODE The operating mode can be selected. The transceiver The DATA mode is the operating mode with which you can can be operated in SSB (LSB/USB), CW (CW-R), FSK connect external equipment to the transceiver, enabling (FSK-R), PSK (PSK-R), FM and AM modes.

  • Page 65: Auto Mode

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 AUTO MODE CONFIGURING AUTO MODE FREQUENCY POINTS You can configure up to 32 auto mode frequency points. Auto Mode is a convenient function allowing you to automatically switch to the correct operating mode 1 Press [MENU]. according to your band plan. 2 Press [A.MODE] (F1) to open the Auto Mode screen.

  • Page 66: Tuning The Frequency

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS TUNING THE FREQUENCY While Auto Mode is active, you can select the operating band automatically assigned to each channel. For normal There are another methods to tune the frequency other Amateur Radio use, LSB mode should be selected for than the basic methods of rotating the Tuning control or SSB frequencies lower than 10.1 MHz and USB mode pressing [UP] or [DOWN] (microphone).

  • Page 67: Using The Microphone Keys

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 USING THE MICROPHONE KEYS ROUNDING OFF THE FREQUENCY When selecting a frequency using the MULTI/CH control, 8 Press [UP] (microphone) or [DOWN] (microphone) to the new frequency may fall between two integer points, increment or decrement the frequency. thus the frequency will be rounded off to the nearest Note: integer.

  • Page 68: Fine Tuning

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS FINE TUNING TUNING IN MHZ STEP You can change the frequency step size of the Tuning 1 Press [UP] or [DOWN] to change the frequency in control to be 1/10th of the default step size. Fine Tuning steps of 1 MHz.

  • Page 69: Directly Entering The Frequency

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 The default is “Off” (K-type) and “On” (E-type). Note: ◆ The maximum frequency you can enter is 59.99999 MHz for Fine 5 Press [ ] (F1). Tuning, you cannot enter 60 MHz. 6 Press [MENU] to exit. ◆...

  • Page 70: Using The Frequency Lock

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS USING THE FREQUENCY LOCK Keys/Controls Remarks Frequency Lock can lock particular keys and controls Tuning (M) and Tuning (S) The Tuning (M) control can be rotated so they are not accidentally operated to change the controls during your operation with TF-SET. frequency.

  • Page 71: Transmitting

    1 Rotate the PWR control to adjust the transmit power. Clockwise increases the transmit power and counterclockwise decreases it. The available transmit power range varies, depending on the band and operating mode. Refer to the following table. TS-990S Other than AM [MIC] [PWR] [CW/CW-R]...

  • Page 72: Transmit Power Limiter

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS METER TRANSMIT POWER LIMITER You can place a limit on the transmit power of your The meter for the main band displays the signal as an transceiver. This function prevents the transmit power S-meter while receiving and as the selected meter while from exceeding the configured transmit power limit even transmitting.

  • Page 73: Changing The Transmit Meter

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 S-meter Transmit Power S-meter for the sub band Drain Current Note: Compression Level ALC Level Drain Voltage ◆ If an analog meter is connected to the METER terminal on the rear Type 2 (Analog 1 Meter) panel, the signal level can be observed on both the front panel and the external meter.

  • Page 74: Storing The Antenna Name

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS A maximum of 5 alphanumeric characters and symbols can be entered. [SPACE] (F1): Press to enter one space. [-] (F2) or [+] (F3): Press to display the previous or next character. ] (F4) and [ ] (F5): Press to move a pointer to the left or right.

  • Page 75: Rx Antenna

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 RX ANTENNA Note: ◆ Be sure that the connection for use with the drive output is in place, You can select an antenna to be dedicated for reception. as described above. To operate the transceiver with an antenna dedicated for ◆...

  • Page 76: Preset

    4 BASIC OPERATIONS Preset Band (MHz) for the Internal Antenna Tuner 0.03 to 1.85 14.10 to 14.50 1.85 to 2.50 14.50 to 18.50 2.50 to 3.525 18.50 to 21.15 3.525 to 3.575 21.15 to 21.50 3.575 to 3.725 21.50 to 25.50 3.725 to 4.1 25.50 to 29.0 4.1 to 6.9...

  • Page 77: Configuring The Stereo Headphones Output

    BASIC OPERATIONS 4 Note: will be allocated to the left channel, and the received audio in the sub band will be allocated to the right channel. ◆ If Full Break-in for use in CW mode is active, the antenna tuner for reception can be active regardless of the above configuration.

  • Page 79: Assisting Your Smooth Qso

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO SIMPLEX OPERATION In most day to day operation, QSOs are Simplex operations using the same frequency for reception and transmission. For Simplex operation with this transceiver, you will transmit and receive in the main band. Note: ◆...

  • Page 80: Searching With Tf-Set Enabled For The Transmit Frequency During Reception

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO SEARCHING WITH TF-SET ENABLED FOR THE 3 Enter the frequency difference (the “split”) in the order of kHz as specified by the DX station. TRANSMIT FREQUENCY DURING RECEPTION • If the frequency specified by the DXer is higher than now, enter While pressing down the [TF-SET] key during the Split the specified frequency in the order of kHz using the numeric and band-select keypad.

  • Page 81: Simultaneous Main Band And Sub Band Reception

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 SIMULTANEOUS MAIN BAND AND SUB BAND FREQUENCY TRACKING RECEPTION By rotating the Tuning (M) control with the frequency tracking function activated, you can change the main band The transceiver has two independent receivers, so that and sub band frequencies with the difference between the transceiver can receive on the main band and sub the frequencies maintained.

  • Page 82: Agc (Automatic Gain Control)

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO AGC (AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL) CHANGING THE AGC TIME CONSTANT Time constant for the main band and sub band can be AGC is a function that automatically controls the IF Gain independently changed from the defaults. so as to absorb variations in the received signal strength. Following the receiving state or the operating mode (other 1 Press one of the mode keys to select any mode other than FM mode), FAST, MID, or SLOW can be configured...

  • Page 83: Disabling The Agc

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 COPYING THE AGC TIME CONSTANT DISABLING THE AGC CONFIGURATIONS If the received signal strength is sufficiently high and is stable, you can disable the AGC. In general, disabling the The AGC time constants configured for “FAST”, “MID” and AGC function decreases the RF gain;...

  • Page 84: Rx Dsp Equalizer

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO RX DSP EQUALIZER Low-pass frequency components are emphasized. This configuration is effective Bass Boost 1 RX DSP Equalizer allows you to change the desired for audio that contains high-pass frequency sound quality by adjusting the frequency characteristics components.

  • Page 85: Copying Customized Equalizer Data

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 COPYING CUSTOMIZED EQUALIZER DATA You can edit the predetermined equalizer characteristics and copy the equalizer data to User 1 to User 3. [USB] [RXEQ/SEL] [F1] [F7] 4 Press [ ] (F3) [ ] (F4) and select the target frequency to be adjusted.
  • Page 86 The extension ".equ" is applied to the file. Example: February 15, 2013, 10:20:30AM: 20130215_102030.equ ◆ The name of the storage folder is as follows: KENWOOD/TS-990/SETTINGS/RX_EQ • Also, on pressing [DELETE] (F6), a message prompting you to confirm the deletion of the file appears. Press [CANCEL] (F7) instead of [OK] (F4) to exit without starting the deletion of the configuration data.

  • Page 87: Preamp

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 PREAMP 6 Select [OK] (F4) from the Read Configuration Data screen. Preamp automatically switches at 21.5 MHz from a low- • The reading of the RX equalizer data file from the USB gain type preamp to a sensitivity-prioritized high-gain type flash drive will start.

  • Page 88: Emergency Call (K-Type Only)

    92.6 km of the state of Alaska. This frequency is for of the 9R-59 appears in the TS-990S main display so that use only when the immediate safety of human life and/ you can enjoy short wave listening in classic style.

  • Page 89: Switching The Band While In Swl Mode

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 AUDIO SOURCE LINES FOR TX AUDIO In SWL mode, the following functions are restricted. The transceiver incorporates audio source lines, such as Function Status microphone, OPTICAL, USB audio, and ACC 2 input Transmit Disabled lines, for a variety of audio signals. You can select one or more of the audio source lines depending on the mode or Transmission of a voice message Disabled...

  • Page 90: Data Mode Configuration

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO DATA MODE CONFIGURATION 6 Press [ESC] to exit. Configuration for the transmit audio source line has been completed. Keep in mind that the transceiver may TRANSMISSION BY THE PTT SWITCH, SS PIN AND transmit unexpectedly depending on the combination of SEND configurations.

  • Page 91: Rit/Xit Functions (Fine-Tuning Functions For Transmit And Receive Frequencies)

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 RIT/XIT FUNCTIONS (FINE-TUNING FUNCTIONS CONFIGURING THE CARRIER LEVEL FOR TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE FREQUENCIES) The carrier level for use in CW, FSK, PSK, or AM mode can be adjusted. RIT (FINE-TUNING OF RECEIVE FREQUENCIES) F[METER] RIT is a function that fine-tunes the receive frequency in steps of 10 Hz up to ±9.999 kHz without changing the transmit frequency. Use this function if the transmit frequency of the station with which you are working fluctuates.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Microphone Gain

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO ADJUSTING THE MICROPHONE GAIN OPERATION IN CW MODE Microphone Gain for use in SSB and AM modes can be CW mode ensures reliable communication even if adjusted by observing the ALC meter. the operating conditions are bad. Under Unfavorable conditions, CW communication is as reliable as communication in new digital modes.

  • Page 93: Cw Break-In

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 CW BREAK-IN SEMI BREAK-IN The transceiver does not revert to a receive state Break-in is a convenient function in CW mode that places immediately after the key is released. Instead, the the transceiver into transmit when the key contacts close transceiver remains in a transmit for a configured delay and reverts the transceiver to receive when the key time before reverting to the receive state.

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Sidetone And Pitch Frequency

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO ADJUSTING THE SIDETONE AND PITCH CW RISE TIME FREQUENCY The CW signal rise time is a period required for the output waveform of the CW signal to reach its maximum from You can hear the tone from the speaker of the transceiver when the key is pressed down.

  • Page 95: Auto Zero-In (Cw Auto Tune)

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 AUTO ZERO-IN (CW AUTO TUNE) CARRIER FREQUENCY OFFSET WHEN CHANGING FROM SSB MODE TO CW MODE If you wish to have a QSO in CW mode with another CW station, use this function so that the transmit frequency If you receive a CW signal from a station and you wish to of your station will automatically be tuned to the receive have a QSO with the station while you are operating the frequency of the other station.

  • Page 96: Automatically Changing Mode From Ssb For Cw Transmission

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO AUTOMATICALLY CHANGING MODE FROM SSB ELECTRONIC KEYER FOR CW TRANSMISSION The transceiver incorporates an electronic keyer that can be operated by connecting a paddle to the PADDLE jack When you key your straight key, paddle or electronic keyer on the front panel.

  • Page 97: Selecting The Keyer Type For The Key Jack

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 SELECTING THE KEYER TYPE FOR THE KEY JACK For CW operation without using the built-in electronic keyer, connect a straight key, a bug key, an external electronic keyer or a PC keyer to the KEY jack. Depending on how you configure the menu, you can connect a paddle to the KEY jack and use the built-in electronic keyer instead.

  • Page 98: Changing The Weighting

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO CHANGING THE WEIGHTING WEIGHT REVERSE The electronic keyer allows automatic changing of the dot If "Automatic" is selected for the weighting, increasing the and dash weighting. Weighting represents the ratio of the keying speed also extends the weight ratio. The Weighting dash time against the dot time.

  • Page 99: Reverseing The Dot And Dash Keying

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 REVERSING THE DOT AND DASH KEYING OPERATING MODES OF ELECTRONIC KEYER Without rewiring the electronic keyer, you can swap the You can select the desired operating mode (Iambic A or paddle dot and dash generation to suit the preference or Iambic B) of the electronic keyer.

  • Page 100: Cw Message Memory

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO CW MESSAGE MEMORY STORING CW MESSAGES WITH TEXT ENTRY After reviewing the status of Menu 5-10 to confirm "Text The transceiver has eight memory channels in which String" has been selected for the entry method of CW CW messages can be stored.
  • Page 101 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 MANIPULATING THE PADDLE TO STORE CW 4 Use the function keys, the MULTI/CH control or a USB keyboard to enter a CW message. MESSAGES • A maximum of 50 alphanumeric characters and symbols After reviewing the status of Menu 5-10 whether "Paddle" can be configured.
  • Page 102 5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO NAMING THE CW MESSAGES (WITH PADDLE KEYING 5 Use the function keys, the MULTI/CH control or a USB keyboard to enter a name of the CW message. ONLY) • A maximum of 20 alphanumeric characters and symbols If you store CW messages by means of paddle keying, can be configured.
  • Page 103 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 4 Press [–] (F4) or [+] (F5) to select "Off", "190 to ANO", "190 to ANT, "90 to NO", or "90 to NT". The default is "Off". Example of Coding Text String to be sent as Parameters Output code a Contest Number...
  • Page 104 5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO DECREMENTING THE CONTEST NUMBER (TEXT Note: ENTRY ONLY) ◆ If "Off" is configured for Menu 5-13, "Channel Number (Count-up Message" of if a CW message is entered with a paddle, [-1] does If a contest QSO fails even if you have sent the contest not appear on the key guide.

  • Page 105: Playing And Transmitting A Cw Message

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 PLAYING AND TRANSMITTING A CW MESSAGE Note: ◆ If anything other than “Off” has been configured for Menu 5-13 You can play and transmit the stored CW message . “Channel Number (Count-up Message)”, the contest number increments as soon as the playback or transmission of a CW The displays on the CW Message screen and the key message of the selected channel ends.

  • Page 106: Deleting Cw Messages

    Channel 1 through Channel 8. High quality audio and less interference from noise are the advantages of FM operation. The TS-990S enables you to communicate in FM mode on the 29 MHz and 50 MHz bands in both simplex and, over longer distances, in repeater modes.

  • Page 107: Fm Narrow Operation

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 FM NARROW OPERATION REDUCING THE DEFLECTIONS OF THE S-METER FOR USE IN FM-MODE While operating in FM mode, you can change the bandwidth to narrow. The following table shows the You can configure the sensitivity of the S-meter to be occupied frequency bandwidth and the maximum used in FM mode by selecting either "High", allowing modulation level.

  • Page 108: Fm Repeater Operation

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO FM REPEATER OPERATION CONFIGURING THE TONE FREQUENCY To operate the transceiver in repeater mode, set the You can change the tone frequency. transceiver to Split mode for use in FM mode and set the tone signal to ON. [ESC] 29.520MHz 88.5Hz...

  • Page 109: Selecting The Tone

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 USING THE SCAN TO SEARCH FOR THE TONE SELECTING THE TONE FREQUENCY Follow the procedure below to change the type of tone signal after selecting the main band or sub band. A tone frequency scan makes it possible to detect the tone frequency contained in the receive signal in FM mode.

  • Page 110: Ctcss Operation (Fm Mode)

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO CTCSS OPERATION (FM MODE) 4 Press [SCAN] (F7) to scan the tone frequency. • Until the scan ends, "SCAN" appears on the right of the The CTCSS stands for Continuous Tone Coded Squelch tone frequency. System. Add your audio signal with the CTCSS tone frequency predetermined with the station with which you wish to have a QSO.

  • Page 111: Configuring The Ctcss Tone Frequency

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 CONFIGURING THE CTCSS TONE FREQUENCY SELECTING THE CTCSS TONE You can configure the desired CTCSS tone frequency. Follow the procedure below to change the type of tone signal after selecting the main band or sub band. [ESC] [MULTI/CH] [F1] [F7] [FM/AM/FM-N]...

  • Page 112: Selecting The Cross Tone

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO USING THE SCAN TO SEARCH FOR THE CTCSS TONE SELECTING THE CROSS TONE FREQUENCY “Cross Tone” is a function used when you are communicating via a repeater that requires different tones A tone frequency scan makes it possible to detect the for your transmission (uplink) to the repeater and for your CTCSS tone frequency contained in the receive signal in reception (downlink) from the repeater.

  • Page 113: Rtty Operation

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 RTTY OPERATION Note: ◆ If a value other than “170 [Hz]” is selected in Menu 2-06, The transceiver is equipped with an encoder/decoder for "FSK Spacing", the RTTY Encode/Decode screen does not RTTY operation. You can use a commercially available open.

  • Page 114: Selecting Main Band And Sub Band For Reception (Fsk)

    Example: In the case of 10:20:30, February 15, 2013: 20130215_102030.txt ◆ A file be saved in the following folder. KENWOOD/TS-990/DECODE/FSK ◆ Remove the USB flash drive only after Safe Removal of USB Flash ◆ If the transceiver is in any mode other than RTTY (FSK) mode, Drive is executed.

  • Page 115: Adjusting The Rtty Threshold Level Of Rtty Decoding

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 ADJUSTING THE RTTY THRESHOLD LEVEL OF SELECTING THE FILE FORMAT AT THE TIME OF SAVING DATA RTTY DECODING You can select the data saving format, either the html The received noise while no signal is present may format or text format.

  • Page 116: Displaying The Scope To Check Rtty Tuning

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO DISPLAYING THE SCOPE TO CHECK RTTY WATERFALL TUNING In linking with the audio FFT scope, transition of the frequency components contained in the received audio FFT SCOPE signal can be displayed. The transceiver is provided with an audio FET scope to observe the tuning condition of the transceiver in RTTY (FSK) mode.

  • Page 117: Using The Usb Keyboard To Transmit Atext String

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 USING THE USB KEYBOARD TO TRANSMIT A STORING TEMPORARILY AND TRANSMITTING THE TEXT STRING TEXT STRING IN THE BUFFER You can connect a commercially available USB keyboard 1 Connect a USB keyboard to the (USB-A) to the transceiver to enter and transmit a text string.

  • Page 118: Utilizing An Rtty Message Memory

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO UTILIZING AN RTTY MESSAGE MEMORY 5 Press [MSG] (F5) to allow editing of the message for the selected channel. You can save frequently used fixed phases commonly used in RTTY (FSK) mode as RTTY messages in the RTTY message memory.

  • Page 119: Configuring The Automatic Transmission And Reception For The Rtty Message Memory

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 CONFIGURING THE AUTOMATIC 4 Press [ ] (F3) or [ ] (F4), or rotate the TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION FOR THE MULTI/CH control to select a message to be sent automatically. RTTY MESSAGE MEMORY If [ ] (F3) and [ ] (F4) are unavailable in the key guide, press [MORE] (F1).

  • Page 120: Configuring The Automatic Transmission And Reception Using The Rtty Message Memory

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO CONFIGURATION FOR RTTY ENCODING AND CONFIGURING THE AUTOMATIC DECODING TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION USING THE RTTY MESSAGE MEMORY ENABLING THE UOS (UNSHIFT ON SPACE) You can transmit messages entered in the RTTY message If the received RTTY signal contains a space, use this memory.

  • Page 121: Configuring The Newline Code

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 CONFIGURING THE NEWLINE CODE DIDDLE OPERATION You can configure the newline code used to receive RTTY This function is used to select what code is transmitted signals. If "All" is selected, a new line starts whenever the when all characters being entered by the operator, newline code is received.

  • Page 122: Enablling The Encode Uos

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO ENABLLING THE ENCODE UOS SENDING THE NEWLINE CODE AT THE START AND END OF TRANSMISSION Use this function to transmit a number or symbol following a space during the transmission in RTTY (FSK) mode. The new line code (CR+LF) can be transmitted when Then the receive station recognizes the number or symbol the RTTY communication begins and ends.

  • Page 123: Displaying The Time Stamp

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 DISPLAYING THE TIME STAMP SELECTING THE TIMESTAMP TIME You can display the timestamp whenever transmission and You can select whether the time configured for the Local reception alternate. You can display frequency information Clock or the Secondary Clock is applied to the time as well as the timestamp.

  • Page 124: Rtty Parameters

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO RTTY PARAMETERS CONFIGURING THE RTTY SHIFT WIDTH The difference in frequency between the mark signal and CONFIGURING THE MARK FREQUENCY the space signal is called shift width. You can configure the shift width for communication in RTTY mode. You can configure the mark signal frequency used for communication in RTTY (FSK) mode.

  • Page 125: Reversing The Frequency In Rtty Mode

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 REVERSING THE FREQUENCY IN RTTY MODE If the receive RTTY signal is reversed (the mark and shift signal frequencies are reversed), the RTTY signal cannot be decoded properly. In that case, press and hold [FSK/ PSK/REV] to reverse the RTTY signal so as to decode the reversed signal.

  • Page 126: Audio Peak Filter

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO AUDIO PEAK FILTER OPENING THE PSK ENCODE/DECODE SCREEN For operation in RTTY mode with an external device [ESC] [FSK/PSK/REV] connected to the transceiver, this filter will improve the readability of the RTTY message. 1 Press [FSK/ PSK/ REV] to enter RTTY (FSK) mode. 2 Press [APF] to enable the Audio Peak Filter.

  • Page 127: Selecting Main Band And Sub Band For Reception (Psk)

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 SELECTING MAIN BAND AND SUB BAND FOR The PSK Encode/Decode screen has the following layout. RECEPTION (PSK) TX and RX Transcript Status Bar FFT SCOPE You can select decoding either on the main band or on the sub band.

  • Page 128: Saving The Contents Of Psk Communication

    Menu 2-12, "RTTY/PSK Log File Format", is also added. The data is displayed in the order of the year, underscore, hour, minute, and second. Example: Example: In the case of 10:20:30, February 15, 2013: 20130215_102030.txt ◆ The name of the storage folder is as follows: KENWOOD/TS-990/DECODE/PSK 5-50 Index Contents...

  • Page 129: Adjusting The Rtty Threshold Level Of Psk Decoding

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 ADJUSTING THE RTTY THRESHOLD LEVEL OF SELECTS THE FILE FORMAT AT THE TIME OF SAVING DATA PSK DECODING You can select whether the file is saved in the html format The background noise on a signal when no RTTY data is or text format.

  • Page 130: Displaying The Scope To Check Psk Tuning

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO DISPLAYING THE SCOPE TO CHECK PSK WATERFALL TUNING The Waterfall screen uses spectrum linking with the audio FFT scope and displays the transition of frequency components contained in the received audio signal. FFT SCOPE The transceiver is equipped with an audio FET scope allowing you to observe the tuned status of the transceiver in PSK (FSK) mode.

  • Page 131: Afc (Automatic Frequency Control)

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 AFC (AUTOMATIC FREQUENCY CONTROL) You can use the AFC (automatic frequency control) function to tune the PSK signal you are receiving. The tuning amount can be configured in Menu 2-10, “PSK AFC Tuning Range”. [ESC] [FSK/PSK/REV] Tuned Correctly (BPSK Mode) [F1] [F7] 1 Press [FSK/ PSK/ REV] to enter PSK mode.

  • Page 132: Configuring The Afc Tuning Range

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO CONFIGURING THE AFC TUNING RANGE You can use the AFC (automatic frequency control) You can transmit by applying the frequency that was function to configure the AFC’s tuning range. automatically tuned with the AFC function while receiving. [ESC] [FSK/PSK/REV] [F1] [F7] [F1] [F7] 1 Select Group No.

  • Page 133: Selecting Bpsk Or Qpsk

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 SELECTING BPSK OR QPSK SELECTING PSK31 OR PSK63 PSK communication is made in either BPSK mode or The transceiver can operate in PSK31 and BPSK modes QPSK mode. The BPSK mode is usually used, but the as well as in PSK63, which offers double the transfer rate. error correction capability available in QPSK mode Follow the procedure below to select one of them.

  • Page 134: Using The Usb Keyboard To Transmit Atext String

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO USING THE USB KEYBOARD TO TRANSMIT A TEMPORARILY STORING AND TRANSMITTING THE TEXT STRING IN THE BUFFER TEXT STRING You can connect a commercially available USB keyboard [FSK/PSK/REV] [ESC] to the transceiver to enter and transmit a text string. TRANSMITTING THE ENTERED TEXT STRING AS ENTERED [FSK/PSK/REV]...

  • Page 135: Utilizing An Psk Message Memory

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 UTILIZING AN PSK MESSAGE MEMORY Note: ◆ If letters not transmitted yet remain in the text string buffer when You can save frequently used fixed phases as PSK [F12] is pressed at step 6, "WAIT" appears on the status bar. messages in the memory.
  • Page 136 5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO Each time you press [CHAR] (F), the character type cycles through the following sequence: [ESC] [FSK/PSK/REV] [MULTI/CH] ABC (upper case) > abc (lower case) > ÀÁÂ (upper case) > àáâ (lower case) > !”# (symbols) > ABC (upper case) ■ A vailable alphanumeric characters and symbols (a maximum of 70 characters) Following are the available characters and symbols with...

  • Page 137: Configuration For Psk Encoding And Decoding

    ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO 5 CONFIGURATION FOR PSK ENCODING AND disappears, the transceiver does not revert to the receive mode after the PSK message for that channel is sent. DECODING 7 Press [ ] (F1). 8 Press [ESC] to exit. DISPLAYING THE TIME STAMP Note: You can display the timestamp whenever transmission and...

  • Page 138: Selecting The Timestamp Time

    5 ASSISTING YOUR SMOOTH QSO SELECTING THE TIMESTAMP TIME You can select whether the time configured for the Local Clock or the Secondary Clock is applied to the time displayed for the timestamp. Refer to "CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER". {page 15-1} 1 Select Group No.

  • Page 139: Rejecting Interference

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE ATTENUATOR (ATT) PRESELECTOR An attenuator is a function that attenuates or reduces Selecting the narrow bandwidth tunable filter attenuates the received signal level. When there is a strong signal the interfering signal which has 2 to 3 MHz separation present near the target signal, attenuating the adjacent from the target frequency, instead of the strong interfering signals can reduce or eliminate the interference.

  • Page 140: Dsp Filter

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE DSP FILTER The center frequency of the narrow bandwidth tunable filter can be selected by moving the Preselector The transceiver was designed with integral digital signal bandwidth. processing (DSP) technologies. Changing the filter 1 Select the main band. bandwidth using the DSP function can help suppress the interference, and reduce the noise level.

  • Page 141: Selecting The Roofing Filter

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 SELECTING THE ROOFING FILTER Note: ◆ RX filter type C cannot be selected if "2" is configured for Menu The roofing filter suppresses strong radio interference 6-06, "RX Filter Numbers". signals adjacent to the target signal. The filter selections for the main band are Auto, 270 Hz, 500 Hz, 2.7 kHz, 6 kHz, 15 kHz, and Add (an additional roofing filter).

  • Page 142: Switching The If Filter Type

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE CONFIGURING THE BEHAVIOR OF HI/SHIFT AND LO/ ◆ If "Off" is configured for Advanced Menu 06, "Bandwidth (Additional Roofing Filter)", "Add." does not appear as the parameter for pass WIDTH (SSB AND SSB-DATA ONLY) band width. For use in SSB or SSB-DATA mode, you can configure the SWITCHING THE IF FILTER TYPE cutoff frequencies (low and high frequencies) or passband width and its amount of shift from the center frequency...

  • Page 143: Changing The Af Filter Type

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 CHANGING THE AF FILTER TYPE ■ B ehavior of the HI/SHIFT and LO/WIDTH controls in SSB-DATA mode Like the IF filters, the passband width of audio frequencies 1 Select Group No. 6, "TX/RX Filters & Misc", from the can be selected from three types (Narrow, Medium, and Menu screen.

  • Page 144: Changing The Cutoff Frequencies (Low And High Frequency) To Adjust The Passband Width Characteristics

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE CHANGING THE CUTOFF FREQUENCIES (LOW 4 Press [ESC] to exit. AND HIGH FREQUENCY) TO ADJUST THE Pressing [FIL/SEL] (M) or [FIL/SEL] (S) closes the RX Filter screen. PASSBAND WIDTH CHARACTERISTICS Note: In the SSB, AM, or FM mode, you can modify the ◆...

  • Page 145: Changing The Passband Width And Shift To Adjust Passband Characteristics

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 CHANGING THE PASSBAND WIDTH AND SHIFT Pass Bandwidth (Hz) Shift Frequency (Hz) TO ADJUST PASSBAND CHARACTERISTICS Mode Range Default Range Default For use in CW or SSB-DATA mode, you can change the passband width of the DSP filter and its amount of shift -800, -750, -700, from the center frequency.

  • Page 146: Changing The Passband Characteristics Of The Audio Peak Filter (Apf)

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE CHANGING THE PASSBAND SHIFTING THE PASS BAND OF THE AUDIO CHARACTERISTICS OF THE AUDIO PEAK PEAK FILTER FILTER (APF) You can avoid interference from adjacent frequencies by shifting the passband of the audio peak filter. You can select the passband width of the audio peak filter The amount of shift for the bassband width is ±200 Hz from three types, Narrow (80 Hz), Middle (160 Hz), and from the CW pitch frequency.

  • Page 147: Audio Peak Filter While In Fsk Mode

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 AUDIO PEAK FILTER WHILE IN FSK MODE NOISE BLANKER While the transceiver receives a signal in FSK mode, The noise blanker suppresses “crunching” pulse noise. the audio peak filter allows the mark frequency and The transceiver incorporates two types of noise blanker; space frequency each to have a peak, thus reducing the Noise Blanker 1 (NB1) for analog signal processing, and occurrence of garbled characters and increasing the...

  • Page 148: Manual Notch Filter (Ssb, Cw, Fsk, And Psk)

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE MANUAL NOTCH FILTER (SSB, CW, ■ A djusting the Noise Blanker levels for the sub band. FSK, and PSK) 1 Press and hold [NB1/SEL] or [NB2/SEL]. The manual notch filter is an IF-stage notch filter that The Noise Blanker 1 (Sub) screen or Noise Blanker 2 suppresses beat interference.

  • Page 149: Auto Notch Filter (Ssb)

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 ■ Changing the bandwidth of the manual notch filter Configure Wide or Normal for the stopband width of the manual notch filter. If Wide is configured for the bandwidth, the stopband width of the manual notch filter will be expanded twice as wide as Normal. 1 Press [NCH/SEL] (M) or [NCH/SEL] (S) to enable the manual notch filter for the selected band.

  • Page 150: Band Elimination Filter

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE BAND ELIMINATION FILTER Band Elimination Filter is the notch filter that can change the bandwidth and attenuation at the IF stage. The stopband bandwidth can be selected from the available range of 300 Hz to 1200 Hz (in steps of 100 Hz) and the amount of attenuation can be selected from the available range of 20 dB to 80 dB (in steps of 20 dB).

  • Page 151: Noise Reduction

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 NOISE REDUCTION ■ C hanging the attenuation level of the Band Elimination Filter The transceiver incorporates two types of noise reduction, 1 Press and hold [BEF/SEL] (M) or [BEF/SEL] (S) i.e., Noise Reduction 1 (NR1) and Noise Reduction 2 to open the Band Elimination Filter screen for the (NR2).

  • Page 152: Beat Canceller (Ssb, Am And Fm)

    6 REJECTING INTERFERENCE BEAT CANCELLER (SSB, AM AND FM) ■ A djusting the Noise Reduction Levels for the main band The beat canceller performs digital processing at the AF 1 Rotate the NR1 or NR2 control to adjust the effect stage, thus making it possible to suppress a number of level for the Noise Reduction 1 or the time constant for periodic interference signals (beat signals) in the receive Noise Reduction 2.

  • Page 153: Dsp Monitor

    REJECTING INTERFERENCE 6 DSP MONITOR The DSP monitor is a function that temporarily expands the passband width of IF filter and AF filter by means of the DSP filter allowing you to temporarily distinguish the wave status of the waveform while the transceiver receives the particular frequency, for instance during the contest, using the narrow passband width filter.

  • Page 155: Bandscope

    7 BANDSCOPE BANDSCOPE WATERFALL Displaying the waterfall below the bandscope allows The Bandscope displays the signal strength along the you to observe the transition of the signal strength in vertical axis and the frequency along the horizontal addition to the state of the received signal and its adjacent axis, allowing you to observe the status of the received frequencies.

  • Page 156: Toggling The Center Mode And Fixed Mode

    7 BANDSCOPE CONFIGURING THE WATERFALL DISPLAY FALL DISPLAYING THE BANDSCOPE AND ANOTHER SPEED SCREEN The fall speed of the waterfall display can be configured. You can display the bandscope while the RTTY Encode/ Decode or PSK Encode/Decode screen appears, 1 Press [SPEED] (F4) to select the waterfall speed. provided that the transceiver is in FSK or PSK mode or the • Each time you press [SPEED] (F4), the fall speed cycles configuration screen is displayed.
  • Page 157 BANDSCOPE 7 CHANGING THE DISPLAYED FREQUENCY SPAN SWITCHING THE MARKER OFFSET FREQUENCY (SSB (CENTER MODE) ONLY) You can change the displayed frequency span (the width The marker display location while the bandscope for of the lower limit and upper limit frequencies on the SSB mode is displayed can be switched to the carrier Bandscope screen) while the bandscope is displayed in point which is the same as the frequency display or to a Center mode.
  • Page 158 7 BANDSCOPE SELECTING THE FREQUENCY DISPLAY IN THE GRID CHANGING THE RECEIVE FREQUENCY USING YOUR (RELATIVE FREQUENCY OR ABSOLUTE FREQUENCY) FINGERTIP (CENTER MODE) The Bandscope screen shows the signal strength in Simply by touching the Bandscope screen with your the vertical axis and the frequency in the horizontal axis. fingertip, you can change the receive frequency.

  • Page 159: Configuring The Lower And Upper Limit

    BANDSCOPE 7 CONFIGURING THE LOWER AND UPPER LIMIT APPLYING THE LOWER LIMIT FREQUENCY OR UPPER LIMIT FREQUENCY FOR CENTER MODE TO FIXED In Fixed mode, you can fix the frequency display range of MODE the bandscope on a band-by-band basis and can display markers for the receive frequency and transmit frequency The display frequency range (the lower limit frequency of your transceiver.

  • Page 160: Displaying The Markers

    7 BANDSCOPE DISPLAYING THE MARKERS OFF-RANGE MARKERS FOR FREQUENCIES BEYOND THE LOWER AND UPPER LIMITS Markers indicate the whereabouts of the transmit and receive frequencies in the Bandscope screen. The While the frequency markers appear on the bandscope marker for the receive frequency always appears. and in Fixed mode, if the marked frequency goes beyond the display range of the bandscope, different markers will In split operation, a transmit frequency can easily be...

  • Page 161: Displaying The Maximum Waveform Value

    BANDSCOPE 7 DISPLAYING THE MAXIMUM WAVEFORM VALUE PAUSING THE WAVEFORM DISPLAY Indication of the maximum waveform value to be retained You can pause the waveform display on the Bandscope and displayed on the Bandscope screen enables you to screen. distinguish the status of the signal. 1 Press [PAUSE] (F5) to pause the displayed waveform.

  • Page 162: Changing The Attenuator For The Bandscope

    7 BANDSCOPE CHANGING THE ATTENUATOR FOR THE DISPLAYING THE TRANSMISSION SIGNAL BANDSCOPE WAVEFORM If the target signal cannot easily be distinguished on the While transmitting with the bandscope displayed in Bandscope screen due to excessive input signal even Center mode, you can select whether or not to display the after the adjustment of the reference level, change the waveform of the transmit signal.
  • Page 163 BANDSCOPE 7 Operation Example: SSB Mode 1 Select "500 [Hz]" (near the peak of the frequency spectra for the typical human vocal) in Menu 8-03, "Marker Offset Frequency (SSB Mode)". 2 Press [SCP] to display the Bandscope and Waterfall. 3 Press [CTR/FIX] (F3) to enter Center mode. 4 Press [SPAN] (F4) to select the displayed frequency span from "20 [kHz]"...

  • Page 165: Audio Scope

    8 AUDIO SCOPE DISPLAYING THE AUDIO SCOPE AND CHANGING THE AUDIO SOURCE FOR THE AUDIO SCOPE OSCILLOSCOPE You can select from the received audio for the main band This transceiver has an Audio Scope and oscilloscope, and for the sub band. coupled with waterfall capability, allowing you to observe the status of an audio signal.

  • Page 166: Changing The Level Of The Oscilloscope

    8 AUDIO SCOPE CHANGING THE AUDIO SCOPE FREQUENCY DISPLAY CHANGING THE LEVEL OF THE OSCILLOSCOPE SPAN The amplitude of the waveform will change if the signal level applied to the oscilloscope is changed. Optimizing The displayed frequency span for the audio scope can be the amplitude of the waveform into an easy-to-see size will toggled between 3 kHz and 8 kHz.

  • Page 167: Changing The Sweep Time

    AUDIO SCOPE 8 CHANGING THE SWEEP TIME PAUSING THE AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE If you change the oscilloscope sweep time, the time scale If the waveform displayed in the Audio Scope screen is appearing on the oscilloscope changes. Following the paused, the paused waveform will be kept on hold until conditions of the signal to observe, you can change the [PAUSE] (F5) is pressed again.

  • Page 169: Transmit Functions

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS SELECTING THE AUDIO LINE FOR SELECTING THE AUDIO SOURCE TRNASMISSION BY SEND/PTT TRANSMISSION The audio sourced from the MIC connector on the front There are audio lines to input the audio signal for panel of this transceiver or from the ACC 2, (USB-B), transmission to the transceiver.

  • Page 170: Vox (Voice-Operated Transmit)

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS VOX (VOICE-OPERATED TRANSMIT) SELECTING THE AUDIO SOURCE FOR TRANSMISSION BY DATA SEND VOX is a function that allows you to transmit automatically You can transmit the audio sourced from the MIC while you are speaking into a microphone and to revert to connector, ACC 2, (USB-B), or OPTICAL IN the receive state when you stop speaking.

  • Page 171: Adjusting The Vox Gain

    TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 Note: 3 Press [ ] (F4) or [ ] (F5) to select the line ◆ If the audio source with Data VOX disabled is selected if the for “VOX GAIN”. transceiver is left connecting to a PC, the transceiver may 4 Press [-] (F6) or [+] (F7), or rotate the MULTI/CH occasionally be placed in transmit state by the signal from the control to adjust the VOX level.

  • Page 172: Adjusting The Anti Vox Gain Level

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS ADJUSTING THE ANTI VOX GAIN LEVEL 4 While you are speaking into the microphone, press [-] (F6) or [+] (F7), or rotate the MULTI/CH control to While VOX is active, sound from not only the microphone adjust the VOX Delay Time. but also from the speaker may cause VOX to start Adjusts the VOX delay time for when to revert to the receive transmitting.

  • Page 173: Delaying The Audio Signal

    TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 TX MONITOR DELAYING THE AUDIO SIGNAL While using VOX, there is a time lag between the time You can monitor the audio during transmission. This you start talking on the microphone and the time the function is convenient when you check the effectiveness transceiver begins transmitting.

  • Page 174: Speech Processor

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS SPEECH PROCESSOR ADJUSTING THE SPEECH PROCESSOR INPUT LEVEL 1 Press a mode key to select SSB, AM, or FM mode. In SSB mode, the audio level of the transmitting transceiver reflects the level of the transmit power and 2 Press [PROC/SEL] to enable or disable the Speech propagates to the receiving transceiver;...
  • Page 175 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 ADJUSTING THE SPEECH PROCESSOR OUTPUT ADJUSTING THE EFFECT OF THE SPEECH LEVEL PROCESSOR You can configure how to process the transmit signal with [SEND] F[METER] the speech processor. You can select either "Hard", which prioritizes an increase in the mean transmit power in spite of the distortion that may be left in the transmit signal, or "Soft", which has a smaller effect but less distortion may occur.

  • Page 176: Transmit Filter

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS TRANSMIT FILTER CHANGING THE NUMBER OF AVAILABLE TX FILTERS You can change the number of available TX filters. You can configure three different TX filters for operation in SSB, AM, and FM modes, respectively. Change the filter 1 Select Group No.

  • Page 177: Changing The Bandwidth Of The Tx Filter

    TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 TX DSP EQUALIZER CHANGING THE BANDWIDTH OF THE TX FILTER The transceiver is equipped with TX filters A to C. You The Digital signal processing (DSP) allows you to can change the bandwidth for SSB, AM and FM modes change the frequency characteristics of the transmitting independently.

  • Page 178: Adjusting The Tx Dsp Equalizer

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS SELECTING THE FREQUENCY CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TX DSP EQUALIZER TX_OFF TX_Hb1 The transceiver is equipped with six types of frequency TX_Hb2 characteristics for the TX DSP equalizer. In addition, three TX_FP types of frequency characteristics are available, each TX_bb1 TX_bb2 of which can be changed according to your preference.
  • Page 179 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 In the following procedure, you can edit and copy the target frequency to be adjusted. configuration data for TX DSP equalizer. 6 Press [-] (F5) or [+] (F6), or rotate the MULTI/CH control to select the level for each frequency band. 1 Press and hold [TXEQ/SEL] to open the TX Equalizer screen.
  • Page 180 Example: In the case of 30 seconds past 10:20, February 15, 2013, the saved file name would look like: 20130215_102030.equ ◆ The name of the storage folder is as follows: KENWOOD/TS-990/SETTINGS/TX_EQ ◆ You must remove a USB flash drive after executing the Safe Removal of USB Flash Drive.

  • Page 181: Displaying The Subscope During Tx

    TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS 9 DISPLAYING THE SUBSCOPE DURING TX 5 Press [ ] (F2) or [ ] (F5), or rotate the MULTI/CH control to select the desired file. You can display the waveform on the subscope also 6 Press [OK] (F4) to start reading the configuration data. displaying the band width of TX filter while transmitting in • A message notifying you of the progress will appear.

  • Page 182: Tx Tuning

    9 TRANSMIT FUNCTIONS TX TUNING Note: ◆ Once TX tuning begins, the wattage displayed inside the key guide This function continuously transmits a carrier at a certain of [MAX-Po] (F) on the right side of the main screen is replaced by level of output regardless of the current transmission the value configured for the transmit power during the TX tuning (TX Tune Power).

  • Page 183: 10 Memory Channels

    10 MEMORY CHANNELS MEMORY CHANNEL DISPLAYING THE MEMORY CHANNEL LIST The memory channel configurations can be displayed This transceiver has 120 memory channels and operating on the Memory Channel List screen. In the Memory data can be configured for each channel. Channel List screen, you can select a channel to There are three types of Memory Channels in 120 configure the operating data or channel to operate.
  • Page 184 10 MEMORY CHANNELS CONFIGURING THE OPERATING DATA TO A MEMORY The following operating data appear on the Memory Channel List screen. CHANNEL You can configure the operating data to single-band Items Description Memory Channels and dual-band Memory Channels. The channel code below appears. 00 to 99: Typical Memory Channels Channel P0 to P9: Program Memory Channels...
  • Page 185 MEMORY CHANNELS 10 CONFIGURING THE OPERATING DATA TO A DUAL- CONFIGURING OPERATING DATA BY DIRECTLY BAND MEMORY CHANNEL ENTERING FREQUENCY You can configure operating data such as the frequency, You can configure frequency for Memory Channels or operating mode and operating status (split frequency, change existing Memory Channel operating data using dual-band receive frequencies, transmit frequency during the numeric and band select keypad.

  • Page 186: Memory Channel Mode

    10 MEMORY CHANNELS OPERATING IN DUAL-BAND MEMORY CHANNEL then to the sub band. MODE MEMORY CHANNEL MODE The same Memory Channel can be diverted to the main There are two Memory Channel modes allowing you to band and sub band at the same time, and the operating use the operating data configured for Memory Channels: status, such as split operation, dual frequencies reception, Single-band Memory Channel mode and Dual-band...

  • Page 187: Selecting A Memory Channel

    MEMORY CHANNELS 10 TEMPORARILY CHANGING THE OPERATING SELECTING A MEMORY CHANNEL DATA The Memory Channel selected for main band and sub band can be switched individually. While using operating data configured in Memory Channel, you can temporarily change the frequency and other operating data without changing the operating data.

  • Page 188: Copying Operating Data From The Memory Channel

    10 MEMORY CHANNELS COPYING OPERATING DATA FROM THE ■ Copy the Memory Channel Data to VFO on the Memory Channel List Screen. MEMORY CHANNEL 1 Press [M.LIST] (F7) to open the Memory Channel You can copy the operating data from a Memory Channel List screen. to VFO or to another Memory Channel.

  • Page 189: Configuring The Program Scan Frequency Range

    MEMORY CHANNELS 10 CONFIGURING THE PROGRAM SCAN CONFIGURING NAMES FOR MEMORY FREQUENCY RANGE CHANNELS For the Memory Channel P0 to P9, you can configure You can configure a name for each Memory Channel. You the frequency range for the Programmable VFO and the can configure the Memory Channel name with a maximum program scan.

  • Page 190: Quick Memory

    10 MEMORY CHANNELS QUICK MEMORY RECALLING QUICK MEMORY CHANNELS Quick Memory allows you to quickly and temporarily You can recall a Quick Memory Channel only when you configure the operating data without specifying a Memory operate the transceiver in VFO mode. Channel.

  • Page 191: Configuring The Number Of Quick Memory Channels

    MEMORY CHANNELS 10 CONFIGURING THE NUMBER OF QUICK CLEARING QUICK MEMORY CHANNELS MEMORY CHANNELS You can clear all operating data configured in Quick Memory Channels. This transceiver has 10 Quick Memory Channels (Q0 to Q9). However, you can adjust the maximum number of available Quick Memory Channels. 1 Select Group No. 4, "Memory Channels & Scan", from the Menu screen.

  • Page 193: 11 Scan

    11 SCAN Scan is a function that searches for the availability of a ◆ While the transceiver is on stand by, in FM mode, to receive a CTCSS tone, the scan stops only if the received CTCSS tone signal by shifting the frequency. This transceiver has the matches the CTCSS tone configured for the transceiver.

  • Page 194: Changing The Scan Speed

    11 SCAN Note: Note: ◆ Configuration examples for Program Scan and VFO Scan: ◆ In FM mode, the scan time to retain each frequency during the Program Scan and VFO Scan is fixed to 80 ms, and you cannot • P lace tick marks to the Program Memory Channels, P1, P3 change the scan time.

  • Page 195: Program Slow Scan

    11 SCAN PROGRAM SLOW SCAN Program Slow Scan is a function that extends, at the preconfigured frequency (frequency point) and its adjacent frequency range, the scan time to remain on each frequency (to slow down the scan) during the Program Scan. If the scan slows down on the certain frequency (frequency points) and its adjacent frequency range, you can carefully watch the traffic status.

  • Page 196: Memory Scan

    11 SCAN MEMORY SCAN CONFIGURING THE PROGRAM SLOW SCAN FREQUENCY RANGE Memory Scan enables the transceiver to change the The scan time for Program Scan while the transceiver preconfigured Memory Channels at certain time intervals slows down the scanning on the frequency points for for scanning.

  • Page 197: Locking Out A Memory Channel

    11 SCAN LOCKING OUT A MEMORY CHANNEL 3 Press [ ] (F2) or [ ] (F3) to select a Group for Group Scan. You can select Memory Channels to be exempted from 4 Press [ ] (F4), or rotate the MULTI/CH control the Memory Scan.

  • Page 198: Quick Memory Scan

    11 SCAN QUICK MEMORY SCAN RESUMING THE SCANNING Quick Memory Scan enables the transceiver to change The scan stops if the transceiver receives a signal during the configured Quick Memory Channels at certain time the Program Scan (VFO Scan) while in FM mode or during intervals, to scan.

  • Page 199: About The Usb Flash Drive

    12 ABOUT THE USB FLASH DRIVE ABOUT THE USB FLASH DRIVE 4 Press [SELECT] (F4) to start formatting. • A message prompting you the start of the formatting The configuration data for the transceiver or audio data appears. can be stored in a USB flash drive. Also, the configuration • Pressing [CANCEL] (F7) aborts the procedure without data or the audio data stored in the USB flash drive can be formatting the USB flash drive.

  • Page 200: Saving A File In Usb Flash Drive

    20130215_102030.da1 (the name of a file saved on February 15, The configuration data and audio data made with this 2013 at 10:20:30) transceiver can be saved in a USB flash drive. ◆ The path to the saved file will be “KENWOOD/TS-990/SETTINGS/ DATA”. [MULTI/CH] F[USB DRIVE] ◆...

  • Page 201: Deleting A File From Usb Flash Drive

    ABOUT THE USB FLASH DRIVE 12 Prepare a USB flash drive where the target files are PRECAUTION: stored, and then follow the procedure below. ◆ Do not remove the USB flash drive while the configuration data file or the audio data file is being read from the USB flash drive. Also, 1 Insert a USB flash drive to the (USB-A) connector.

  • Page 202: Changing A File Name In The Usb Flash Drive

    12 ABOUT THE USB FLASH DRIVE CHANGING A FILE NAME IN THE USB FLASH [DEL] (F): Press to delete the character to the right of the cursor. DRIVE [CHAR] (F): Press to change the character type. Each time you press [CHAR]] (F), the characters cycle through the You can change the names of the data files, such as following sequence: configuration data files, RX DSP equalizer data files, TX...

  • Page 203: 13 Voice Message And Audio File

    13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE This transceiver can record, play, and transmit stylized 4 Press [REC IN] (F2) to select the source of the voice voice messages, and record and play transmitted and message to be recorded. received audio. • Each key press cycles the display through the following sequence: "MIC"...

  • Page 204: Naming A Voice Message

    13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE NAMING A VOICE MESSAGE PLAYING A VOICE MESSAGE You can name a recorded voice message. You can play the recorded voice message. 1 Press a mode key to select SSB, FM, or AM mode. 2 Press [TX MSG] (F2) to display the Voice Message screen, press [ ] (F2) or [...

  • Page 205: Adjusting The Volume Of Voice Message

    VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE 13 TRANSMITTING A VOICE MESSAGE You can do the following operations while playing a voice message. You can transmit the recorded voice message while playing. Operation Action Fast forwards the voice message. Hold down [FF▶▶] (F6). Release the key to return to normal play speed.

  • Page 206: Clearing A Voice Message

    13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE CLEARING A VOICE MESSAGE RECORDING AND PLAYING COMMUNICATION AUDIO You can clear a recorded voice message. You can record the contents of communications and play the recorded audio with this transceiver. 1 Press a mode key to select SSB, FM, or AM mode. You can select an internal or external memory (USB) 2 Press [TX MSG] (F2) to open the Voice Message to save the recorded audio file.

  • Page 207: Manual Recording

    VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE 13 FULL-TIME RECORDING MANUAL RECORDING You can start or stop recording of the communications Full time recording is the function that allows recording of contents to this transceiver with a press of [REC] or the audio (communications contents) for the maximum [STOP].

  • Page 208: Saving Audio With Full-Time Recording

    13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE SAVING AUDIO WITH FULL-TIME RECORDING Plays the audio files saved with manual, full-time or timer 1 Press and hold [REC]. recording. • "●REC" blinks for 1 second. • The most recent audio recorded until [REC] is pressed and held, which has the same number of seconds as ■ Playing the Latest Recorded Audio File the maximum recording time configured for the full-time 1 Press [PLAY] to play the latest audio file.

  • Page 209: Audio Files

    VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE 13 AUDIO FILES PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE You can play an audio file saved in internal memory or On the Audio File screen, you can operate the transceiver USB flash drive. using the audio file stored in the internal memory or USB flash drive.

  • Page 210: Naming An Audio File

    13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE NAMING AN AUDIO FILE Note: ◆ While the Audio File (USB) screen is open, press [FOLDER] (F1) You can name an audio file saved in internal memory or to change the folder storing the file. USB flash drive.

  • Page 211: Deleting An Audio File

    VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE 13 DELETING AN AUDIO FILE 5 Use function keys, the MULTI/CH control, or a USB keyboard to enter the name. You can delete an audio file saved in internal memory or [SPACE] (F1): Press to enter a space. USB flash drive.
  • Page 212 13 VOICE MESSAGE AND AUDIO FILE PROTECTING AN AUDIO FILE FROM DELETION (ONLY FOR INTERNAL MEMORY ) If the remaining memory size becomes insufficient while saving an audio file to internal memory, the audio files with the oldest time stamp will be deleted. You can configure the transceiver so as not to automatically delete the audio file when the remaining memory size becomes insufficient.

  • Page 213: Voice Guidance

    14 VOICE GUIDANCE CONFIGURING THE VOLUME OF THE VOICE This transceiver has a voice guidance feature which vocally announces the operating status displayed on the GUIDANCE screen. You can adjust the voice guidance volume. If "Off" is This manual indicates the announced contents of the configured for voice guidance volume, the transceiver voice guidance as follows: does not announce the voice guidance even with a press...

  • Page 214: Automatically Announcing Voice Guidance

    14 VOICE GUIDANCE AUTOMATICALLY ANNOUNCING VOICE GUIDANCE Transceiver Key Operation Announcement Behavior When voice guidance is enabled, voice guidance is Entering split Press and hold announced automatically upon the certain operation. "Split" + "Enter" frequency [TX] (S) 1 Select Group No. 1, "Audio Performance", from the The numeric Confirming split "Split"...

  • Page 215: Voice 1

    VOICE GUIDANCE 14 VOICE 1 The following operating data is announced with an operation in main band. Announces the frequency, channel number, contents of various configuration mode, and menu configurations Screen Status Detail Status Announcement displayed in the main band and the sub band. Simplex mode Frequency VFO mode...
  • Page 216 14 VOICE GUIDANCE The following announcements are made upon a press of [VOICE] (M) or [VOICE] (S). The announced content differs depending on the screen being displayed. Screen Operation/Status Announced Content To display a screen "Auto" + frequency on the top of the list + Mode When [VOICE1] is pressed "Auto"...
  • Page 217 VOICE GUIDANCE 14 Screen Operation/Status Announced Content When the screen opens or "Modulation source" + (Microphone PTT/Data PTT) [VOICE1] is pressed Changing the transmit method (Microphone PTT/Data PTT) The audio source to be Switching the audio source (Microphone/ACC2/USB/Optical) Switching On/Off (On/Off) transmitted When to reset to the defaults...
  • Page 218 14 VOICE GUIDANCE Screen Operation/Status Announced Content When the screen opens or (RTTY/PSK) + "Message" [VOICE1] is pressed When the screen opens or "Channel" + Number + "Auto" + (TX/RX) [VOICE1] is pressed Switching a channel Number RTTY/PSK message Switching the automatic transmit "Auto"...
  • Page 219 VOICE GUIDANCE 14 Screen Operation/Status Announced Content When the screen opens or "Program Scan" + "Channel" + Number + (On/Off) [VOICE1] is pressed Program scan range Focus shift Number + (On/Off) configuration Switching On/Off (On/Off) "Select all" Switching all On/Off "Clear all"...
  • Page 220 14 VOICE GUIDANCE Screen Operation/Status Announced Content When the screen opens or "Clock" + "Menu" + Number + Value [VOICE1] is pressed Selecting an item Number + Value CLOCK Menu (Group) Editing configurations (including "Edit" when [VOICE1] is pressed) Starting configuration No announcement Changing configuration value Value...
  • Page 221 VOICE GUIDANCE 14 Screen Operation/Status Announced Content Confirming the memory When the screen opens or "Memory reset" + "OK?" reset [VOICE1] is pressed When the screen opens or Confirming the menu reset "Menu Reset" + "OK?" [VOICE1] is pressed When the screen opens or Reset in progress "Please wait"...

  • Page 222: Voice 2

    ◆ Pressing [VOICE3] while a voice message is on the midway to start recording or while the Microphone Gain is being adjusted using Power meter S meter Advanced Menu 13 emits the readout of the level meter (FM). TS-990S Announced Announced Level Level...
  • Page 223 VOICE GUIDANCE 14 The following contents are announced in Voice 3. Level meter/FM Microphone gain SWR meter COMP meter ALC meter Level Announced Content Announced Announced Announced Level Level Level Content Content Content 0 to 4 R 1.0 C 0 dB 1 to 2 5 to 15 R 1.5...

  • Page 225: 15 Clock Display And Timer

    15 CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER CONFIGURING THE DATE AND TIME 6 Use the function keys and the MULTI/CH control to select the date. The transceiver has two clocks. [-] (F2), [+] (F3), MULTI/CH control: Displays the previous parameter or the next parameter. Local Clock You can configure the expiration timer or the date and time ] (F4) and [...

  • Page 226: Configuring The Date Display Format

    15 CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER CONFIGURING THE TIMEZONE FOR THE LOCAL 6 Press [-] (F2) or [+] (F3), rotate the MULTI/CH control to select the time zone for the secondary clock from CLOCK the available range from "-14:00" to "+00:00" to You can configure the timezone of Local Clock to be "+14:00".

  • Page 227: Correcting The Clock With Ntp (Network Time Protocol)

    CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER 15 CONFIGURING THE NTP SERVER ADDRESS You can configure the NTP Server address for the transceiver. 1 Press [CLOCK] (F) from the Menu screen to open the Clock screen. 2 Access Menu 01, "Automatic Time Correction". 3 Press [SELECT] (F4).

  • Page 228: Manual Clock Correction

    15 CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER ENABLING OR DISABLING THE AUTOMATIC TIME MANUAL CLOCK CORRECTION CORRECTION You can connect the transceiver to the NTP Server as desired to correct the date and time configured for Automatic Time Correction enables automatic transceiver clocks. communications to the NTP Server to correct the date and time configured for transceiver clocks.

  • Page 229: Configuring The Programmable Timer

    CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER 15 4 Use the function keys and the MULTI/CH control to [MULTI/CH] [ TIMER/SET ] configure the Programmable Timer. Menu Item Method of Configuration Press [ON/OFF] (F4) to toggle the timed task by a timer between active and inactive. Timer Selecting "ON"...

  • Page 230: Temporarily Disabling The Timer Task

    15 CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER SLEEP TIMER press [ ] to turn the transceiver power ( ) OFF. transceiver power ( ) OFF. The Sleep Timer is a function that turns the transceiver Note: power ( ) OFF upon lapse of the configured length of time.

  • Page 231: Disabling The Power-Off By The Sleep Timer

    CLOCK DISPLAY AND TIMER 15 DISABLING THE POWER-OFF BY THE SLEEP TIMER The timed power-off ( ) can be disabled even after the Sleep Timer has started counting down. If Sleep Time is temporarily disabled, the transceiver power ( ) does not turn OFF even when the configured time elapses. 1 Press [TIMER/SET].

  • Page 233: 16 Useful Functions

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS This section describes how to configure and operating 5 Press [SAVE] (F6) to save the text string. convenient and useful functions such as configuring Pressing [CANCEL] (F7) clears the entered parameter and function keys and the input and output levels of the rear reverts to the Menu screen.

  • Page 234: Configuring The Screen Saver Wait Time

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS CONFIGURING THE SCREEN SAVER WAIT TIME CONFIGURING THE TEXT STRING FOR SCREEN SAVER You can configure the length of time from when you operate the transceiver last until the time when the screen You can configure the text string if you select Type 2 for saver activates.

  • Page 235: Touching The Screen To Select Afrequency

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 TOUCHING THE SCREEN TO SELECT A CALIBRATING THE TOUCHSCREEN FREQUENCY If you feel the screen is falsely recognizing the frequency when you touch the screen, you can calibrate the By touching the bandscope or waterfall on the main contact spots of the touchscreen.

  • Page 236: Reset

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS RESET 3 Press [SELECT] (F4). The configuration data stored in the transceiver can easily be saved in other memory devices. Additionally, to delete the operating data stored in the transceiver memory and to store new operating data, you can select the intended reset from the five reset types.

  • Page 237: Configuring The Length Of Time For Key Long Press

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 CONFIGURING THE LENGTH OF TIME FOR KEY ADJUSTING THE BEEP VOLUME LONG PRESS The transceiver beeps upon a key press or function acknowledgement. The transceiver does not beep if "Off" In this transceiver, with your key press on the front panel, has been selected in Menu 1-00.

  • Page 238: Mixing The Beeps, Etc. To The Received Audio Output From The Rear Panel

    If the beeps, voice guidance and error tones audible from the transceiver are mixed with the received audio, and, for instance, if the transceiver is installed at the distant location and operated using the KNS (KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM), you can listen to [F1] [F7] such responses to the command or error tones of the unattended transceiver.
  • Page 239 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 ASSIGNING VARIOUS FUNCTIONS TO THE ASSIGNING VARIOUS FUNCTIONS TO THE EXTERNAL MICROPHONE PF KEYS PF KEYS If you connect the microphone or the self-made selector You can connect a self-made selector to the KEYPAD jack to the MIC connector on the front panel, a maximum of six on the rear panel.
  • Page 240 16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS List of Functions for Key Assignment Parameter Operation and activation of function assigned Each time you press this key, the display contents Parameter Operation and activation of function assigned for the sub-screen changes. MENU 0-00 to Press to access a menu ranging from 0-00 to 9-03. S.DISP/SEL Each time you press and hold this key, the MENU 9-03...
  • Page 241 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 Parameter Operation and activation of function assigned Parameter Operation and activation of function assigned Press to open the Noise Blanker 1 (Sub Band) Press to transmit the Voice message, the CW NB1 SEL (Sub screen. The transceiver does not behave even if you message, FSK message, or PSK message stored in Band) Message Memory...

  • Page 242: Pc Control

    PC protocol command. {page 1-5} You can configure the type of USB keyboard to be connected to the transceiver (the language or region). http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software_ download.html 1 Select Group No. 9, "USB", from the Menu screen. 2 Access Menu 01, "Keyboard Language (USB SELECTING THE BAUD RATE OF THE COM/USB (REAR Keyboard)".

  • Page 243: Configuring The Key Repeat Delay Time

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 CONFIGURING THE KEY REPEAT DELAY TIME ENABLING USING USB KEYBOARD TO SEND A MESSAGE You can configure the delay time until the key repeat begins. If the transceiver is configured as described below, pressing a PF key on a USB keyboard transmits a Voice or 1 Select Group No.

  • Page 244: Capturing And Saving Screen Images

    PNG (.png) format. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK If you operate the transceiver remotely from the KNS (KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM), configure the IP Address, Administrator ID, and Password. Also, you must configure for network so as to correct the time after accessing the NTP server.

  • Page 245: Checking The Mac Address

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 Note: Note: ◆ In the operating environment where the transceiver is connected ◆ The transceiver does not conform to IPv6. to Internet using the fixed-line broadband, the broadband ◆ The transceiver can accept the ICMP response, such as PING. router contains the DHCP servers in most of cases.

  • Page 246: Configuring The Network Administrator

    3 Press [EDIT] (F4) to allow editing of the parameter box. Enter the password using a maximum of 8 alphanumeric characters. The default is "Kenwood". [SPACE] (F1): Press to enter a space. [-] (F2)/[+] (F3): Press to display the previous character or the next character.

  • Page 247: Configuring The Output To An External Meter

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 CONFIGURING THE OUTPUT TO AN EXTERNAL 4 Press [-] (F4) or [+] (F5), or rotate the MULTI/CH control to select the signal format. METER The following signal types are used. The default is "Automatic". Connecting an analog meter (commercially available) to the METER connector on the rear panel enables you to Automatic display the levels of signals transmitted or received on the...
  • Page 248 16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS SELECTING THE OUTPUT SIGNAL TYPE OF THE SUB SETTING THE OUTPUT LEVEL OF AN EXTERNAL BAND FOR AN EXTERNAL METER METER You can configure the signal type of the sub band to be The level of signal output can be configured for the main transferred to an external meter from the METER terminal.

  • Page 249: Selecting The Output Signal Of An External Speaker

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 SELECTING THE OUTPUT SIGNAL OF AN ◆ If no external speaker is connected to the EXT. SP1 jack, the audio will output from an internal speaker. EXTERNAL SPEAKER ◆ The following types of audio will output from the built-in speaker. If an external speaker is connected to the EXT.SP1 and EXT.

  • Page 250: Displaying The Main Screen Contents On An External Monitor

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS DISPLAYING THE MAIN SCREEN CONFIGURING THE RESOLUTION OF THE CONTENTS ON AN EXTERNAL EXTERNAL MONITOR MONITOR You can configure the resolution of the external monitor connected to the DISPLAY connector. If you connect an external monitor to the DISPLAY connector, you can display the main screen image on the 1 Press [ADV.] (F) from the Menu screen to open the external monitor as well.
  • Page 251 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 CONFIGURING THE I/O SIGNALS FOR THE CONFIGURING THE OUTPUT AUDIO LEVEL OPTICAL DIGITAL CONNECTOR If you connect an external device to the OPTICAL OUT terminal on the rear panel, you can configure the audio If you connect an external device, such as a PC, to the signal output level.
  • Page 252 16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS CONFIGURING THE I/O SIGNALS FOR THE ACC CONFIGURING THE OUTPUT AUDIO LEVEL 2 CONNECTOR If you connect an external device to the ACC 2 connector on the rear panel, you can configure the audio If you connect an external device to the ACC 2 connector signal output levels of the main band and sub band on the rear panel, you can configure the audio signal input independently.

  • Page 253: Configuring The I/O Signals For The Usb

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 CONFIGURING THE I/O SIGNALS FOR THE USB CONFIGURING THE OUTPUT AUDIO LEVEL CONNECTOR You can configure the audio signal output level from the (USB-B) connector on the rear panel. If connected, If you connect an external device to the (USB-B) the output signal level for the main band and the sub band connector on the rear panel, you can configure the audio...

  • Page 254: Configuring The Ref I/O Connector

    Note: ◆ As of February 2013, no optional roofing filters will be available from KENWOOD. ◆ If you select "Auto" for the roofing filter on the RX Filter screen, a roofing filter with a pass bandwidth wider than that of the DSP filter is selected.
  • Page 255 3 Press [SELECT] (F4) to allow editing of the parameter ◆ As of February 2013, no optional roofing filters will be available box. from KENWOOD. 4 Press [-] (F4) or [+] (F5), or rotate the MULTI/CH control to select either "Mute" or "Unmute".

  • Page 256: Configuring The Sql Control Signal

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS CONFIGURING THE SQL CONTROL SIGNAL CONFIGURING THE MSQ/SSQ OUTPUT CONDITIONS You can configure the method to change the conditions of If you connect an external device, such as a TNC or PC, to the SQL control signal transferred from the MSQ pin and the ACC 2 connector on the rear panel, you can configure SSQ pin.
  • Page 257 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 SWITCHING THE COM CONNECTOR PIN The output signals for each configuration behaves as follows: ARRANGEMENT COM Terminal on the You can configure the RTS/CTS terminals of the COM rear panel connector on the rear panel allowing it to function in the same manner as the MSQ/PKS terminals of the ACC 2 →...
  • Page 258 RIT remains unchanged. memory channel 0 of this transceiver and transferred to the ◆ If any transceiver other than TS-990S is used as a slave slave transceiver. While the RIT function of the transceiver transceiver, the operating data is transferred as the VFO-A is active, the offset frequency is added to the transferring (Simplex) to Quick Memory 0 channel.
  • Page 259 • You do not want the host transceiver to transmit while the If DX PacketCluster data is transferred to the transceiver, KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM (KNS) is in configure the reception of the DX PacketCluster data use for the PC control of this transceiver.

  • Page 260: Controlling External Equipment

    16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS CONTROLLING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT RECEIVING DX PACKETCLUSTER DATA USING THE CONNECTED TRANSCEIVER INHIBITING THE TRANSMISSION DURING BUSY Follow the instructions below to operate the transceiver (SQUELCH OPENING) which is connected to this transceiver. 1 Select the APRS or Navitra mode to receive DX If transmission on the main band is inhibited while the PacketCluster data.

  • Page 261: Crossband Repeater

    TS-990S transceiver. Likewise, signals received on the TS-990S transceiver are routed to the TM- D710A or TM-D700A (G) transceiver and retransmitted to the transceiver you have with you, allowing you to hear the received call in a distant location.

  • Page 262: Sky Command System Ii

    3 Select the same frequency for the terminal transceiver. TM-D710A/E, or TM-D700A transceiver will function as an interface between the Commander (a remote control unit) 4 Select a HF/ 50 MHz frequency on the TS-990S and the HF/ 50 MHz band of the TS-990S transceiver. transceiver.

  • Page 263: Controlling The Linear Amplifier

    “Transporter” and connect all necessary cables to the TS-990S transceiver. CONTROLLING THE LINEAR AMPLIFIER FOR 2 Select a frequency (HF/ 50 MHz band) on the TS-990S OPERATION IN THE HF BAND transceiver. To connect the linear amplifier to the REMOTE connector 3 On the TS-990S, be sure that "9600 [bps]"...
  • Page 264 16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 3 Press [SELECT] (F4) to allow editing of the parameter box. Configuration Operation The linear amplifier is not controlled. While transmitting, the TXSW terminal becomes Active High 12 V. While transmitting, the TXSW terminal becomes Active High + Relay 12 V.
  • Page 265 USEFUL FUNCTIONS 16 OPERATING THE TRANSCEIVER AS AN TRANSMIT POWER DEDUCTION WHILE THE TRANSVERTER IS ENABLED EXCITER OF THE TRNASVERTER If the transverter is capable of 5 W or more RF input level This is a convenient function when this transceiver is used and if the signal exceeding 5 W is entered from the ANT coupled with a transverter which can convert the operating connector to the transverter, you need to select "Off"...
  • Page 266 16 USEFUL FUNCTIONS DISPLAYING THE OPERATION FREQUENCY ON THE Operation Example: Operation with 28 MHz Signal TRANSVERTER Entered to the Transverter for 430 MHz 1 Connect the transverter for 430 MHz to the transceiver. While the transverter is active, the last digit of the 2 Tune the receive frequency for the transceiver to be frequency display disappears, and the operating "28.000.000".

  • Page 267: About Firmware Updating

    ( ) is turned OFF, the " " LED lights orange. While the transceiver is in this state, you can verify the firmware The latest firmware can be downloaded from the version as described below. KENWOOD website. http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software_download.html UPDATING THE FIRMWARE There are two methods to update the firmware as described below.

  • Page 268: Firmware Updating With A Pc Connected

    PREPARATION 1 Save the firmware file onto your PC. The latest firmware can be downloaded from the KENWOOD website. 2 Connect a USB cable, extended from your PC, to the (USB-B) connector on a rear pane.

  • Page 269: Firmware Updating Using A Usb Flash Drive

    (USB-A) connector. PREPARATION 1 Save the firmware file onto your PC. The latest firmware can be downloaded from the KENWOOD website. 2 Save the firmware file to a USB flash drive. • You must store the zipped file containing the firmware in the proper root folder of the USB flash drive, otherwise the firmware cannot be updated.
  • Page 271 18 TROUBLESHOOTING CALIBRATING THE INTERNAL REFERENCE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE FREQUENCY After the calibration is completed, follow the procedure below to configure the internal reference frequency. The internal reference frequency of the transceiver was properly calibrated at the factory. However, if the reference F[ADV.] [MULTI/CH] frequency needs to be calibrated due to any reason such...

  • Page 272: Resetting All Configurations

    If the fuse blows again even after replacing it with a new fuse, disconnect the AC power cord and contact a Note: KENWOOD service center. ◆ If the signal for calibration is outside the level of the exterior reference signal, ranging from -10 dBm to +10 dBm, or the PRECAUTION frequency accuracy, 10 MHz ±10 ppm, the internal reference...

  • Page 273: Notice Concerning Internal Beat

    TROUBLESHOOTING 18 NOTICE CONCERNING INTERNAL BEAT • In combination of the sub band range from 21.448 MHz to 21.450 MHz and the main band range from 14.000 MHz to On some particular frequencies along the amateur 14.006 MHz, and the transceiver transmits on the main band. band an internal beat may occur due to the frequency Example: Sub 21.450 MHz and Main 14.005.52 MHz configuration.

  • Page 274: The List Of Error Messages

    Full Reset is required. Still the PLL unlock is detected, note the error Refer to the list of messages in the instruction manual. message number (ERR: 0048), and contact the KENWOOD service center. Abnormal cooling fan behavior has been detected. Refer to Appears when an error was detected from a cooling fan.
  • Page 275 Full Reset. 0063 If this error message frequently appears, note the error message number (ERR: 0060 to 0063), and contact the KENWOOD service center. Appears when an error was detected from a DSP used for reception on the sub band.

  • Page 276: The List Of Warning Messages

    18 TROUBLESHOOTING THE LIST OF WARNING MESSAGES A warning message appears if there is any false operation or when the transceiver detects any failure or abnormality. A problem can be cured following the description on the warning message. If reading of "Troubleshooting" is required on the warning message or if you cannot cure the problem, refer to the List of Warning Messages and Troubleshooting.
  • Page 277 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 TROUBLESHOOTING Prior to requesting any after-sales service, read through the following list to troubleshoot common problems. SYMPTOMS ENCOUNTERED DURING RECEPTION AND TRANSMISSION Symptom Common Problem What to do Ref. Page Screens do not appear correctly during the A microprocessor is erroneously active. Reset the transceiver.
  • Page 278 18 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Common Problem What to do Ref. Page No transmission. Incomplete connection of the Connect the microphone securely to the {page 1-3} Low transmit power level. microphone connector. Microphone connector. Poor connection of the antenna Connect the antenna securely to the ANT 1 to {page 1-1} connector.
  • Page 279 The transmit power cannot exceed 100 W AT-300 is in use. While the AT-300 is in use, the transmit power {page 1-8} (TS-990S only). is limited to 100 W. The transmit power is limited to 100 W by Review in the Transmit Power screen the {page 4-18} Max Power Limit.
  • Page 280 {page 17-1} three-digit number that appears on the lower right side of the main screen and contact the KENWOOD service center. 18-10 Index Contents...
  • Page 281 There is no communication to ARCP-990 using No driver is installed onto a PC. Download the driver software from the the USB port. KENWOOD web site and install it onto {page 16-10} your PC. The baud rate is inappropriate. Be sure that the baud rate configured for {page 16-10} TS-990S and ARCP-990 is consistent.
  • Page 282 18 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Common Problem What to do Ref. Page The USB flash drive cannot be distinguished. The USB flash drive is not formatted by this Format the USB flash drive using this {page 12-1} transceiver. transceiver. Poor connection Connect the USB flash drive again. {page 1-3} The USB flash drive has the security This transceiver does not accept the USB...
  • Page 283 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 SYMPTOMS ENCOUNTERED DURING RECORDING AND PLAYING Symptom Common Problem What to do Ref. Page Timer recording is in process. Press and hold [(BREAK)] (F4) to The message appears when [ ] is pressed abort the timer recording and allow the during the timer recording.

  • Page 285: Prime Optional Accessories

    Desktop Microphone Desktop Microphone Note: ◆ Optional accessories that can be used along with this transceiver may from time to time added or discontinued. Refer to the KENWOOD web site and catalog for the details of the optional accessories. DEDICATED APPLICATIONS...

  • Page 286: Product Specifications

    19 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS General Receiver 1.8 ~ 2.0 MHz (K-type), 1.81 ~ 2.0 MHz (E-type) Circuit type Frequency range 160m band Main Sub1 *3 Sub2 *4 3.5 ~ 4.0 MHz (K-type), 3.5 ~ 3.8 MHz (E-type) Double Double Triple 5.1675, 5.25 ~ 5.45 MHz (K-type), 60m band *5 superheterodyne...
  • Page 287 ABOUT FIRMWARE UPDATING ......... 17-1 CHANGING THE ATTENUATOR FOR THE AUDIO SCOPE ABOUT THE GPL/LPGL LICENSE ......... IV ABOUT THE URL AND CONTACTS OF JVC KENWOOD CHANGING THE ATTENUATOR FOR THE BANDSCOPE 7-8 CORPORATION ............V CHANGING THE AUDIO SCOPE FREQUENCY DISPLAY ABOUT THE USB FLASH DRIVE .......
  • Page 288 19 MISCELLANEOUS CONFIGURING THE PROGRAM SCAN FREQUENCY RANGE ..............10-7 FEATURES ................I CONFIGURING THE REF I/O CONNECTOR ... 16-22 FIRMWARE UPDATING USING A USB FLASH DRIVE 17-3 CONFIGURING THE RESOLUTION OF THE EXTERNAL FIRMWARE UPDATING WITH A PC CONNECTED ... 17-2 MONITOR ...............
  • Page 289 MISCELLANEOUS 19 SPLIT TRANSFER ............ 16-26 PREAMP ............... 5-9 SPRIOUS ON THE BANDSCOPE (WATERFALL) ..18-3 PRECATIONS FOR INSTALLATION ......1-1 STORING THE ANTENNA NAME ....... 4-20 PRECAUTIONS ..............II SUB-SCREEN ............2-14 PRESELECTOR ............6-1 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..........I PRIME OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ......19-1 SWAPPING THE OPERATING DATA BETWEEN MAIN PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........

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