Kenwood TS-590S HF/50MHz Transceiver Information
Find documentation, software, modifications, and user guides for the Kenwood TS-590S amateur radio transceiver.
The Kenwood TS-590S is a popular HF and 50 MHz transceiver, widely used by operators for everyday QSOs, DXing, and contesting. Known for its solid receiver performance and user-friendly interface, it has been a staple in many ham shacks since its introduction. This category provides resources to help operators get the most out of their TS-590S, whether they are new to the rig or experienced users looking for advanced modifications.
Hams can find detailed specifications, independent reviews like those published in RadCom, and technical documentation for the TS-590S. The category also includes various software tools, such as the Kenwood Smart Memory (KSM) program for managing memory channels and ARCP-590 for remote control. Additionally, operators can find guides for integrating the TS-590S with popular contest logging software like N1MM Logger, along with practical modification guides for optional accessories like the SO-3 TCXO or TX extensions.
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Kenwood TS-590S remote control software -
KSM Kenwood Smart Memory is a program to read and update the memory channels of a Kenwood amateur radio. The current supported types are: TS-450S, TS-570D, TS-570S, TS-690S, TS-870S, TS-940S,TS-950S. -
Download software for Kenwood Transceivers, like TS-990S TS-590S, TS-2000, TS-480HX or TS-480SAT -
A web site deticated to the Kenwood TS-590 transceiver with links to software downloads fot the 590s seriend and technical documentation in Russian. -
A detailed comparative analysis of the Kenwood TS-590S and Elecraft K3 HF transceivers, examining receiver architecture, mixer designs, DSP capabilities -
Rigpix page for Kenwood TS-590S -
Kenwood TS-590S features, accessories, specifications and details -
A group dedicated to the HF Kenwood Transceiver TS-590 S -
Step by step instructions for setting up N1MM Logger to communicate with the TS-590S using the USB connection -
How to use a small USB DJ controller to remote control the Kenwood TS-590s -
Extension of the Kenwood TS-590S Programmable Function by CT7AEZ -
Installing the optional TCXO, named SO-3 in the Kenwood TS-590S by TK5EP -
There are 2 possible TX extensions on the E version, either full TX (1.705 - 30 MHz) or just open up 5 MHz (cut the R968 jumper and make it into a K version). This mod has been tested on TS 590S and not on TS 590SG -
Wiring a Balanced Microphone to the TS-590S Unbalanced Microphone Input -
How to connect and key Power Amplifiers to Kenwood TS 590 or TS 990. How to home made custom Remote cable to key power amplifiers by JG1VGX -
Official kenwood document explaining proper procedure to upgrade firmware on a Kenwood TS-590S -
The article describes ongoing issues with a new TS590s transceiver, including intermittent reception and transmission failures. After a repair diagnosed as a "Control Unit interruption," the problem persisted. The author discovered the cause was a poorly crimped CN601 connector on the Control Unit board, leading to signal loss when moved. Soldering the connector resolved the issue. Similar problems reported by other users suggest a potential defect in the cables, pointing to a possible manufacturing issue. -
Download the Kenwood TS-590S and TS-590SG virtual port Driver for Windows 10/11 and Windows 8. This driver is also valid to control TS-990S, TS-890 -
W1AEX Audio settings and general observations -
This HOWTO explains in detail how you can use the Kenwood TS-590S USB, COM and ACC2 ports for digital operation, set up the radio for digital data and digital voice operation -
Here a comparison of Kenwood TS-590S used with MC-60A and the oringina dynamic microphone -
This page describes some of the settings needed to properly connect the USB port to handle audio and PTT -
Configure the Kenwood TS-590S for Digital Voice Keying DVK, a must for contesting. -
The KA7OEI Blog offers random musings on technical subjects related to amateur radio, with a focus on improving stability using the QRP Labs ProgRock 2. It provides insights and tips for ham radio operators looking to enhance their equipment. -
A DK5TX article on Kendoowd TS-590 ALC problem with ALC spikes and other interesting topics -
Extending TX for the Kenwood TS-590s HF Transceiver -
Kenwood TS-590S QST review comments and table comparison vs Elecraft K3 -
With high impedance earphones plugged into the audio jack on the Kenwood TS-590S or TS-590SG, you can hear a really annoying noise even with the AF volume set to zero. A simple quick-and-dirty solution is a resistor in series to the audio output. -
This software enables remote monitoring of the Kenwood TS-590SG HF transceiver. Based on a lightweight, text-based monitor was developed using Python and ncurses. It connects via rigctld, displaying key metrics like frequency, power, SWR, and TX/RX state with minimal data usage. Ideal for low-bandwidth remote operation, it works over SSH or mobile data. The software is open-source under GPL v3. -
Kenwood TS590 memory management software for windows -
Setting up Digital voice keyer via USB for Kenwood TS-590 -
Win-Test Contest Logger scripts for VGS-1 Voice keyer module for the TS-590 by DK5TX