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This transceiver is equipped with a bail so that you can angle the transceiver. The bail is located on the bottom of the transceiver. Pull the bail forward to the limit as shown.

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Connect monaural or stereo headphones with a

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MC-90.

Note: Do not use the MC-44, MC-44DM, MC-45, MC-45E, MC-45DM, MC-45DME, or MC-53DM microphones.

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The following fuses are used in the TS-590S transceiver. If a fuse blows, determine the cause then correct the problem. Only after the problem has been resolved, replace the blown fuse with a new one with the specified ratings. If newly installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect the power plug and contact a Kenwood service center or your dealer for assistance.

Fuse Location	Fuse Current Rating
	4 A
TS-590S Transceiver	(for external
	antenna tuner)
Supplied DC power cable	25 A
	Fuse (4 A)

Fuse (25 A)

Fuse (25 A)

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On the rear panel of the transceiver, there is an external speaker jack. If an external speaker is connected to EXP.SP, the transceiver internal speaker will mute. Use only external speakers with DQLPSHGDQFHRIWRŸŸQRPLQDO7KLVMDFN accepts only 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter, 2-conductor (mono) plugs.

Do not connect headphones to this jack. The high audio output of this jack could damage your hearing.

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For CW operation while using the internal electronic keyer, connect a keyer paddle to the PADDLE jack.

For CW operation without using the internal electronic keyer, connect a straight key, semi-automatic key (bug), electronic keyer, or the CW keyed output from a Multimode Communications Processor (MCP) to the KEY jack.

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2-conductor plug, respectively. External electronic keyers or MCPs must use positive keying to be compatible with this transceiver. Use a shielded cable between the key and the transceiver.

Note: Due to the functionality of the internal electronic keyer, you may find it unnecessary to connect both a paddle and another type of keyer unless you want to use a PC-based keyer for CW. Read the “ELECTRONIC KEYER” section {page 33} to become familiar with the internal keyer.

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