Kenwood TS-590S User Manual (English)

Other manuals for Kenwood TS-590S

Service Manual162 pages

Specifications6 pages

Reference Guide32 pages

Setting Manual28 pages

Questions and Answers:

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Shari DudleySep 5, 2025
Why am I getting few connects during digital operation on my Kenwood TS-590S Transceiver?
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  Molly LaneSep 5, 2025
  If you're experiencing few connects or contacts during digital operation with your Kenwood Transceiver, check the following: * Ensure all physical connections between the transceiver, computer, and TNC/ MCP are correct, and verify software settings in the TNC/ MCP. * Confirm that the RIT and XIT functions are switched OFF and that you are not operating split frequency. * Adjust TX and RX levels using Menu Nos. 66 and 67, and level controls on your TNC/ MCP. * Reorient/ relocate your antenna or increase your antenna gain if your transmitted or the incoming receive signal is too weak. * Set the TNC/ MCP TX delay time to more than 300 ms.
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jordanginaSep 4, 2025
What to do if Kenwood Transceiver shows 'HELLO' and returns to reception mode when transmitting?
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  David FosterSep 4, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver displays 'HELLO' and reverts to reception mode during transmission, check these items: * Ensure the antenna is correctly connected. * Reduce the SWR of the antenna system to properly match the impedances. * Verify the input voltage is within 13.8 V DC ± 15% (11.7 ~ 15.8 V DC); correct the voltage or use a 12 ~ 16 V battery. * Use a DC power supply with a current rating of more than 20.5 A at 13.8 V DC.
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Megan MoralesAug 23, 2025
How to troubleshoot Kenwood Transceiver that won't turn on?
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  Monica BradleyAug 23, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver isn't powering on, check these potential causes: * Ensure the DC power supply is switched ON. * Inspect the power cable for faults and confirm correct polarity (Red: positive (+); Black: negative (–)). * Verify the power cable is securely connected to the DC power supply. * Check the power cable fuse; if it's open, find the cause, correct it, and install a new fuse of the specified rating.
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Daniel FarmerSep 2, 2025
Why does transmission suddenly stop on my Kenwood Transceiver?
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  caitlinromeroSep 2, 2025
  If transmission suddenly stops on your Kenwood Transceiver, adjust the DC power supply voltage to 13.8 V DC, as the voltage may be too high.
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Allen Shelton MDSep 1, 2025
Why does Kenwood TS-590S output power decrease after short time?
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  Joshua WalkerSep 1, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver's output power decreases after a short operating time: * Contact a Kenwood authorized service center to clean the air filters, as they may be congested with dust. * Relocate the transceiver to ensure adequate airflow for cooling.
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Aaron DavenportAug 31, 2025
Why are the received signals unintelligible on my Kenwood TS-590S?
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  Brent ColeAug 31, 2025
  If received signals are completely unintelligible on your Kenwood Transceiver, ensure that the correct modulation mode is selected.
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murphyraymondAug 30, 2025
Why does my Kenwood TS-590S Transceiver have low transmission power?
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  Brian HodgeAug 30, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver has low transmission power, consider these potential causes: * In SSB or AM mode, increase the microphone gain. * Check the antenna connections and confirm that the antenna tuner is reporting a low SWR, as poor connections can cause high SWR.
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Kristy LevineAug 29, 2025
Why does my Kenwood TS-590S S-meter read full scale with no signals?
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  Leah AguilarAug 29, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver's S-meter reads full scale but you're not receiving signals, it might be because the RF gain was set too low. Try turning the RF control clockwise to increase the RF gain.
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jacquelinemckinneyAug 28, 2025
What to do if Kenwood Transceiver is not responding to key combinations?
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  kellybeckAug 28, 2025
  If your Kenwood Transceiver isn't responding correctly to key combinations or control adjustments, consider the following: * Review 'WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED' to ensure procedures are followed precisely. * Check if the Frequency Lock function is ON; if so, press and hold [FINE (F.LOCK)] to switch it OFF (the '' icon disappears). * If the microprocessor needs to be reset, review 'MICROPROCESSOR RESET' and perform a Partial Reset. If the problem continues, perform a Full Reset.
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Susan DoughertyAug 27, 2025
Why is SSB audio quality poor on my Kenwood TS-590S Transceiver?
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  Marie ScottAug 27, 2025
  If the SSB audio quality on your Kenwood Transceiver is poor, with missing high or low frequencies, check the following: * Ensure the correct operation mode (USB or LSB) is selected for the receiver. * Adjust the DSP filter width by turning the HI/SHIFT or LO/WIDTH control. * Turn OFF Noise Reduction 1 or 2 by pressing [NR (LEV)] until the NR function is OFF. * Turn OFF Beat Cancel 1 or 2 by pressing [BC (A.NOTCH)] until the BC function is OFF.

Kenwood TS-590S Specifications

General

Receiver Type	Double conversion superheterodyne
IF DSP	Yes
Display	LCD
Power Supply	13.8V DC
Modes	SSB, CW, AM
RF Output Power	100 W
IF Rejection	80 dB or more
Image Rejection	More than 70 dB
Weight	7.4 kg
Current Consumption	20.5 A (Transmit), 1.5 A (Receive)