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Operating on the HF bands, Kenwood's TS-990S and TS-890S transceivers represent their flagship offerings, providing advanced features for DXing and contesting. My personal experience with Kenwood gear, particularly the TS-590SG, confirms their reputation for solid receive performance and clean transmit audio, often noted in pileups. The TS-590SG, a popular choice for many hams, delivers reliable performance across the HF and 6-meter bands, making it a versatile station centerpiece. For VHF/UHF enthusiasts, the TH-D75A tribander offers 144, 220, and 430 MHz capabilities in a portable form factor. This handheld unit integrates D-STAR and APRS functionalities, appealing to operators who value digital modes and location-based services on the go. The inclusion of 220 MHz, a less common but valuable band, expands its utility for regional communications and specialized nets. Kenwood's enduring presence in the amateur radio market, dating back to 1955, underscores a commitment to quality and innovation. Their product range, from high-end base stations to feature-rich portables, continues to support a wide array of operating styles and technical requirements within the ham community.

CHIRP is a free, open-source, cross-platform radio programming tool that supports a large number of transceivers from manufacturers such as Icom, Kenwood, Yaesu, Alinco, Wouxun, Puxing, and Baofeng. Chirp radio software run on Windows, Linux, and macOS, enabling users to exchange data between different radio models and interface with multiple data sources and formats. The program streamlines the configuration of memory channels, frequencies, and various settings for amateur radio handhelds. Specific models supported include the _Icom IC-7300_, _Kenwood TH-D74_, and _Yaesu FT-818_, among many others. CHIRP provides compatibility with various file formats, including Generic CSV, RT Systems CSV, ARRL Travel Plus (.tpe), and manufacturer-specific formats like Kenwood KPG-44D (.dat) and Icom Data Files (.icf). Additionally, it integrates with the DMR-MARC Database for enhanced programming capabilities. Users can download CHIRP for their platform and access extensive documentation, including a FAQ and a mailing list for support. The project encourages users to consult existing documentation and open/closed tickets before submitting new bug reports or feature requests.

Link700 is a program that will allow users of Kenwood TH-D7A, E, and AG and TM-D700A and E to download all the data settings of their radio, edit and modify data, upload the data, and save settings to a disk file

John talk about Yaesu VX-3 as an interesting upgrade from VX-2, other reviews cover Kenwood TH-D7 TH-6A Icom-91A Kenwood TM-D700A Yaesu FT-817 and Icom IC-7000

This program is for editing Memory Channels APRS, SKY COMMAND II and various settings on the kenwood amateur radio TH-D7A(G)/D7A(G2.0)/D7E(G2.0) A similar version exist for TH-D7 generation 1.

Software to control the frequency and the band on the Kenwood TM-D710.

Solutions to attach antennas to TH-D7 radio using a SMA to BNC adapter that can be used with any Kenwood hand-held radio shipped with SMA connectors.

Notes on using the Kenwood TH-D7

tkD7 is an expectk script for controlling the Kenwood TH-D7 HT on Linux or FreeBSD

Kenwood TH-D7(G) and TH-D7A commands reference

Kenwood TH-D7a TX band modification

PDF File of the Kenwood TM-710A user manual

link7 is a Windows 9X program to download/upload data from/to the Kenwood TH-D7.

This page only applies to TH D7A's that have a S/N below 010xxxxx and have not had their firmware upgraded by a Kenwood Service Center.

This PDF File include the serial commands to program and control the TH-G71. Should work with TH-D7 series too

Configuring the TM-D710 with Garmin Nuvi 350 for APRS setup

Connecting a Palm Device with the Kenwood TH-D7A Radio - pocketAPRS by KI6ETL

Eham reviews of the dual band kenwood TH-D7a/e series handheld transceiver

This document has been produced by examining the data going into and coming out of the TH-D7 HT from Kenwood.

Using the RC-D710 Display with any HT The Display Head for the Kenwood D710 mobile APRS radio contains all of the APRS functionality in addition to the normal Radio control functions.

Mobile installation of a Kenwood TM-D710 and comparison with the Yaesu FT-350R

The Kenwood TM-V71 and TM-D710 are the first commercially-available Amateur Radio transceivers with built-in EchoLink system capabilites.

The Kenwood TM-D710 is designed as a nearly fully self-contained APRS station, with the ability to perform most of the common APRS functions built right in.

A very compact and multifunctional digital amateur radio station for the radio operation at home, on the way or in the emergency radio implemented with a Raspberry Pi 4, an Elecraft KX2, a Kenwood TH-D74 and a USB GPS.

Article comparing the FT-8800 to the TM-D710

VHF/UHF FM Mobile Transceiver with APRS and EchoLink Functionality official Kenwood UK site

Homemade a custom programming cable that can works with Kenwood TM-V71A or TM-D710A

All available frequencies & offsets configurations for repeaters can be downloaded as database for Kenwood MCP-2A memory channel programming software for TM-D710 & TM-V71. Zip file is no more available from the author, but the full table of frequencies is still online

INTERCOM is a freeware application designed for remote control of KENWOOD TMD700/710/V-71 transceivers, as well as other transceivers equipped with UP, DOWN, and PTT commands. Compatible with Windows XP and higher (32 & 64-bit), INTERCOM offers multilingual support in English and French, and can be used on Linux, Ubuntu, or Android platforms via WINE 1.0 or CROSSOVER. The software enables users to send basic commands—such as selecting TX, VFO, memory channels, or power levels—either through manual inputs or over a TCP/IP link. INTERCOM is tailored for SIMPLEX setups, facilitating the interconnection of VHF/UHF repeaters with nearby repeaters. Remote commands are transmitted using DTMF codes, which are decoded by SIMPLEX and forwarded to INTERCOM via TCP/IP. This functionality makes INTERCOM an ideal tool for radio enthusiasts and operators seeking seamless remote management of supported transceivers in simplex configurations.