Kenwood TS-990S Marine Radio User Manual


 
In addition to the legacy presets, up to a maximum
of three user settings can be congured. You can store
the equalizer settings used for each mode
and enjoy
a very comfortable
rag-chew session
with others.
Kenwood SKY COMMAND SYSTEM II
Commander
TH-D72A/TM-D710A
440 MHz/144 MHz
Transporter
TH-D72A/TM-D710A
440 MHz/144 MHz
HF Transceiver
TS-990S
440 MHz band
Confirmation of HF frequency
144 MHz band
HF receive audio
440 MHz band
Voice signals, Control signals
COM
connector
MIC
HF antenna
Transporter Commander
ø3.5
mm
EXT SP
*Kenwood SKY COMMAND SYSTEM II uses a pair of TH-D72A/TM-D710A
transceivers.
TS-990S is limited to the following functions in the operation of the current KSS.
Operation Commander [A / B] in the TS-990S is equivalent to [M / S].
Memory channel is simplex operation only.
Remote power On/Off is not available on Standby State Low Power
Consumption mode.
Control to the main band operation only.
Note: Refer to applicable Amateur Radio regulations to check whether you are
permitted to use this function.
Enables full-duplex operation with improved
functionality such as visual confirmation of HF
frequency on the LCD panel. Control via TNC
(AX.25) enables more access to HF functions: XIT,
mode switching, split-frequency operations on/off,
memory shift, and frequency step selection. The
transporter sends out its pre-programmed call sign
via CW every 10 minutes.
The dedicated sub-receiver has extensive interfer-
ence elimination capability and is conveniently
located to the right side of the main panel. Access
the knobs and keys you need without hesitation.
Share the use of main and sub band variable encod-
ers by switching the operations object. An LED is lit
when operating the sub band to prevent accidental
operation (this can also be dedicated to the main
encoder variable bandwidth). Other functions have
been significantly upgraded in the TS-990S from
the TS-590S, including band elimination filters,
APF, mute, the addition of slope switching in the
DSP IF FILTER, independent AGC OFF key, and
simultaneous use of NB1/NB2.
Conveniently located interference
elimination controls of the sub-receiver
Frequently used functions are centrally placed in the
immediate vicinity of the main and sub band knob.
Supporting quick operation for radio sporting.
Useful functions positioned around
the main and sub band knob
We equipped the front panel with two USB ports,
a key jack, microphone jack and a headphone jack.
Use USB memory or
a keyboard.
Increased user-friendliness by placing
two USB ports on the front panel
Switch to update mode and insert USB memory into
the USB-A port on the front panel, and the update
will automatically begin. Or access your USB mem-
ory from your PC by connecting your PC via USB
cable to the USB-B port on the rear panel, switch
to update mode, and a folder named TS-990 will
appear on your computer.
Firmware updates by USB
There are a variety of I/O interfaces, including the
microphone jack, analog audio input and output,
USB audio interface, and optical digital interface.
By combining DATA mode (1-3) with SSB/FM/AM
modes, it is possible to easily switch between an
external device for modulation and demodulation.
Switch between DATA VOX function and mute for
each modulated line.
DATA mode supported by
external I/O switching
Equipped with voice guidance for frequencies,
key control, and setting. You can also record and
replay your message.
Transmit and receive
DSP equalizers
RX equalizer
Voice guidance / recording function
Using the ARCP-990 software (radio control soft-
ware), you can control most functions from your PC.
Control the memory channel, settings, and functions
using your PC.
Download the
free
software from the
Kenwood website.
Remote control
the TS-990S from your PC
Sub-receiver with
extensive interference
elimination controls
centered on the right
side of the main panel.
ARCP-990
example views
LOCK:
F. LOCK Key. Useful when used in combination with TF-SET.
CW T (CW Tune):
Automatic tuning makes the target
signal turn into pitch frequency at a
press of the CW signal key.
FINE:
The frequency change unit of the
tuning knob can be set to 1/10 of the
original unit
VOICE:
The PF key is usually for voice trans-
mission, but you can also assign a
different function to it.
FIL/SEL:
Preset the bandpass with 2 or 3 widths
of the DSP IF filter for quick WIDE/NAR
switching operations.
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HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TS-990S
Useful functions