4. Settings
4.1. Connecting a Communications Cable
Connect the host station PC and TS-590S using an USB cable or RS-232C cable.
Note: The RS-232C cable and USB cable are sold separately. Purchase them from a
commercial retailer.
●When connecting using a USB cable
(1) Download the installer for the virtual COM port driver from the KENWOOD website
http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software_download.html
install it according to the procedures.
(2) Connect the PC and TS-590S using the USB cable.
●When connecting using an RS-232 cable
Connect the PC and TS-590S using the RS-232C straight cable (9 pin to 9 pin).
4.2. Connecting an Audio Cable
To transmit and receive audio, an audio cable is required. Create an audio cable using the
13-pin DIN plug enclosed with the TS-590S with reference to the following diagram. For
details of the connector specifications, refer to the TS-590S instruction manual.
Fig. 4.2.1: Creating an audio cable
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