Kenwood TS-590SG

Kenwood TS-590SG firmware

Kenwood · TS-590SG · TS-590SG · HF transceiver

Latest firmware for the Kenwood TS-590SG is v1.07 (March 12, 2020).

Specifications

TS-590SG specifications

Type
Amateur HF/VHF transceiver
Frequency range
TX: 10-160 m + WARC / 6 m / RX: 0.13-30 / 50-54 MHz
Modes
AM / FM / SSB / CW / FSK
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General

Mode
AM / FM / SSB / CW / FSK
Type
Amateur HF/VHF transceiver
Weight
7.4 Kg (16.31 lb)
Power supply
13.8 VDC ±15%
Tuning steps
Down to 10 Hz
Other features
USB audio in/out. RS-232C. CW decoder. Keyer. CTCSS/PL. 32-bit IF DSP
Frequency range
TX: 10-160 m + WARC / 6 m RX: 0.13-30 / 50-54 MHz
Dimensions (W*H*D)
270*96*291 mm (10.63*3.78*11.46")
Frequency stability
±5 ppm @ -10 to +50°C (14 to 122°F), ±0.5 ppm option
Repeater shift / offset
No dedicated. Use VFO A/B split instead
Channels / memory management
100 regular with 8 character alpha tags 10 Scan ranges 10 expansion memories 10 quick memories Non-volatile EEPROM storage
Antenna impedance / connector
16.7-150 ohm (With built-in ATU) / Two SO-239
Current drain / power consumption
RX: Max 1.5 A TX: Max 20.5 A

Miscellaneous

Manufactured
Malaysia, 2014-201x

Receiver Section

Selectivity
AM 6 KHz (-6 dB) 12 KHz (-50 dB) FM 12 KHz (-6 dB) 25 KHz (-50 dB) SSB 2.2 KHz (-6 dB) 4.4 KHz (-60 dB) CW/FSK 500 Hz (-6 dB) 1.2 KHz (-60 dB)
Sensitivity
AM (10 dB S/N) 0.13-0.522 MHz: 6.3 uV 0.522-1.705 MHz: 31.6 uV 1.705-24.5 MHz: 2 uV 24.5-30.0 MHz: 1.3 uV 50-54 MHz: 1.3 uV FM (12 dB SINAD) 28-30 MHz: 0.22 uV 50-54 MHz: 0.22 uV SSB/CW/FSK (10 dB S/N) 0.13-0.522 MHz: 0.5 uV 0.522-1.705 MHz: 4 uV 1.705-24.5 MHz: 0.2 uV 24.5-30.0 MHz: 0.13 uV 50-54 MHz: 0.13 uV
Image rejection
70 dB
Receiver system
Double conversion superheterodyne (RX1) 1st IF: 11.374 MHz 2nd IF: 24 KHz Triple conversion superheterodyne (RX2) 1st IF: 73.095 MHz 2nd IF: 10.695 MHz 3rd IF: 24 KHz (FM: 455 KHz)
AF output power / speaker
1.5 W at 10% distortion / 8 ohm
External speaker connector
3.5 mm, 8 ohm

Transmitter Section

RF output power
AM:5-25 W FM:5-100 W SSB (PEP):5-100 W CW/FSK:5-100 W
Modulation system
AM: Low power FM: Reactance SSB: Balanced
Spurious emissions
HF: Better than -50 dB 6 m: Better than -60 dB (USA), -63 dB (Europe)
Microphone input level
? mV
Max FM deviation (Factory set)
Wide: ±5 KHz Narrow: ±2.5 KHz
Microphone impedance / connector
600 ohm / 8-pin (Metal locking ring connector)

Changelog

TS-590SG firmware changelog

  1. v1.06 v1.07 Memory channel defaults updated for band plans and Split Transfer power-off issue fixed

  2. v1.05 v1.06

  3. v1.04 v1.05 Adds Split Transfer A function and enables dual operating modes (TX/RX End, Sub-receiver).

  4. v1.03 v1.04

  5. v1.02 v1.03

  6. v1.01 v1.02 Both noise blankers can now be activated simultaneously.

  7. v1.01 first tracked Adds 475kHz band drive output and fixes DATA VOX malfunction after mode changes.

Firmware history

All versions below were published by Kenwood on kenwood.com. Third-party and modified firmware is never listed.

  1. Version 1.07 Latest Released Mar 12, 2020 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Memory channel defaults updated for band plans and Split Transfer power-off issue fixed — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The following​ feature is updated.

    1. Revises the expanded memory channels (E0~E4) default values according to the band plan.(K-type for USA and Canada only)

    The following symptom is revised.

    1. When connected to another transceiver for Split Tran​sfer operation, the power may not be turned off correctly depending on the timing.
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  2. Version 1.06 Released May 17, 2019 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The following feat​ure is updated.

    1. Applies electrical compatibility w​ith new component devices as well as discontinued component devices.
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  3. Version 1.05 Released Jan 30, 2019 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Adds Split Transfer A function and enables dual operating modes (TX/RX End, Sub-receiver). — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The following feat​ure is updated.

    1. Adds "Split Transfer A" function as well as the TS-890S. The TS-590SG works as either "TX/RX End" or "Sub-receiver".

    For de​tails, please refer to the revised TS-590SG Instruction Manuals .

    (Please also update the Radio Control Program

    ARCP-590G

    for functional compatibility.)

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  4. Version 1.04 Released Nov 17, 2016 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The followi​ng symptom is revised.

    1. The internal antenna tune​r may not work correctly under certain conditions.
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  5. Version 1.03 Released Dec 9, 2015 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The following symptom is revised.

    1.

    ​After changing the operating mode, the Split-frequency function m​ight not work correctly.

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  6. Version 1.02 Released Jul 28, 2015 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Both noise blankers can now be activated simultaneously. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: kenwood.com

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    The following ​feature is updated.

    1. Enables NB1 and NB2 to be simultaneously set to ON.

    When the Noise Blanker is set to OFF, pressing and holding the [NB(LEV)] key enables NB1 and NB2 to be set to ON at the same time. Then, pressing the [NB(LEV)] key again enables NB1 and NB2 to be set to OFF.

    When NB1 and NB2 is set to ON at the same time, the Noise Blanker level cannot be adjusted. Adjust the Noise Blanker ​level once the Noise Blanker is set to OFF and NB1 or NB2 is set to ON.

    (Please also update both of the Radio Control Program

    ARCP-590G

    and the Radio Host Program

    ARHP-590G

    for functional compatibility.)

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  7. Version 1.01 Released Jan 29, 2015 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Adds 475kHz band drive output and fixes DATA VOX malfunction after mode changes. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: kenwood.com

    Show release notes

    The following feature is updated.

    1. Enables output of the 475kHz band (472~479kHz) signal from the rear panel DRV (drive output) connector as well as 135kHz band.

    The following symptom is revised.

    1. After changing the operating mode, DATA VOX might not work correctly.

    Applicable models/units :

    The firmware updating program is applicable for following models/units.

    Models: TS-590SG K/E

    Serial numbers: From S/NO.B4Axxxxx through S/NO.C03xxxxx approx.

    Notes

    :

    You can find the serial number imprinted on the rear panel, just below the ANT1 or ANT2 connector; it consists of an 8-digit number beginning with "S/NO."

    :

    You can check the firmware version of your TS-590SG by accessing Menu No.

    1. The firmware version appears in the center of the LCD display.

    Operating Environments

    1.

    Operating System (OS)

    Windows ® 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)

    Windows ® 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)

    Notes

    This software is designed to run on the above operating systems.

    This software also runs on Windows ®

    1. (Noted on June 23, 2022)

    Applicable operating system​s are subject to change without notice due to the end of the technical support by Microsoft Corporation or change of the product specifications.

    1. Processor

    Faster than the recommended CPU for each OS.

    1. System Memory (RAM)

    Larger than the recommended System Memory for each OS.

    1. Free Hard Drive Space

    100 MB or more of free hard drive space.

    1. Runtime

    Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0).

    1. Peripheral Devices

    A display with resolutions higher than XGA (1024 x 768).

    A keyboard and a mouse, or other pointing devices.

    A USB cable (B type for the transceiver's USB port) or an RS-232C straight cable (D-SUB 9-pin female for the transceiver's COM port).

    Notes

    If the transceiver is connected to a PC using a USB cable, ensure that the connection is directly in place. The firmware updating program may not behave properly if a connection is in place through a USB hub.

    Download and install the virtual COM port driver to make a USB connection possible for command communications via a USB connector.

    Attention

    If you do not want to lose user data, save the data using the Radio Control Program ARCP-590G before updating the firmware and write the data back after updating the firmware.

    Installation:

    1. Extract the downloaded file "TS-590G_V107E.zip" into a designated folder.

    In the designated folder, a folder labeled "TS-590G_V107E" will be created.

    1. In the folder labeled "TS-590G_V107E", the firmware updating program "TS-590G_V107_e.exe" and "TS-590G_e.chm" are automatically created.

    Updating:

    Click to read the firmware updating procedure.

    Uninstalling:

    Delete the folder labeled "TS-590G_V107E" manually using the Explorer or an alternative method.

    Downloading

    Only if you agree to the following "Usage Notes", click "Agree" and download the file. (If you do not agree, you will not be able to download the file.)

    Usage Notes

    ・

    Users are prohibited to assign, rent, lease, redistribute, or resell the software.

    ・

    Users are prohibited to revise, change, translate, merge, de-compile, or reverse engineer the software.

    ・

    The quality and performance of the software is not warranted for the applicability of any users.

    JV​CKENWOOD Corporation shall not assume liability for any defects, nor warrant anything other than is expressly provided in the agreement.

    The selection and introduction of the products as well as the results there from shall be upon the liability of the users.

    ・

    JVCKENWOOD Corporation shall own all copyrights and other intellectual properties for the software and all manuals and documents attached to the software.

    The user shall be allowed to use, not to resell, the software by obtaining a license from JVCKENWOOD Corporation.

    While the media in which the software is stored is possessed by the user, the ownership for the software itself shall be reserved for JVCKENWOOD Corporation.

    TS-590G_V107E.zip : 1.43MB download

    TS-590G_V107E.zip : 1.43MB download

    (The latest version includes all previous updates.) Latest update: TS-590SG Firmware Update Version 1.07 (March / 2020)

    If you have any enquiries, click the link below. https://www.kenwood.com/i/contact.html

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