Kenwood TS-990S - Manual (Page 14)

Kenwood SKY COMMAND SYSTEM II
Commander
TH-D72E/ TM-D710E
430 MHz/144 MHz
Transporter
TH-D72E/ TM-D710E
430 MHz/144 MHz
HF Transceiver
TS-990S
COM connector
ø3.5 mm EXT SP
MIC
HF antenna
430 MHz band
Confirmation of HF frequency
144 MHz band
HF receive audio
430 MHz band
Voice signals, Control signals
Transporter Commander
*Kenwood SKY COMMAND SYSTEM II uses a pair of TH-D72E / TM-D710E
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 accesses 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.
Centrally Located Extensive inter-
ference elimination sub-Receiver
Frequently used functions are centrally placed in the
immediate vicinity of the main and sub band knob.
Supports quick operations.
Useful functions positioned around
the main and sub band knob
Switch to update mode and insert USB memory into
the USB-A port on the front panel, and the update
will automatically begin. In addition, access your
USB memory 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 flash
drive or USB cable
There are a variety of I/O interfaces, including the
microphone jack, analogue 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
Remote control
the TS-990S from your PC
Sub-receiver with
extensive interference
elimination controls
centered on the right
side of the main panel.
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 tune key.
FINE:
The frequency change speed of the
tuning knob can be set to 1/10 of the
original speed
SPEED VOICE:
The PF key default is for voice trans-
mission, but you can also assign a
different function to it.
FIL/SEL:
Preset the bandpass width to 2 types
or 3 types with the DSP IF filter for
quick WIDE/NAR switching operations.
The dedicated sub-receiver with extensive interfer-
ence elimination is centrally located at the right
edge of the main panel. Access the knobs and keys
you need without hesitation. Share the use of main
and sub band variable encoders 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 band-
width). Other functions have been significantly up-
graded 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. 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.
ARCP-990
example views
In addition to the legacy presets, up to a maximum
of three user settings can be configured. You can store
the equalizer settings used for each mode dand enjoy
a very comfortable
rag-chew session
with others.
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
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
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Useful functions HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TS-990S