[PVRCNC] TS-590S low output

[Rob Katz]

Hi Jim,

I’ve used AVVid (http://www.avvid.com/) in TX a couple of times to fix my TS-850s.  He says he works on most Kenwood radios.  Very happy with him and his work, I would certainly use him again.

73,
  Rob  K4OV

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Rob Katz, Director
919-678-6000



> On Nov 29, 2017, at 23:34, Jim K4QPL <k4qpl2 at nc.rr.com> wrote:
> 
> My TS-590S is a sick puppy. Got burned by stray RF in WW so brought it home.
> 
> Strangely it receives fine. Transmit to dummy load is almost zero (about
> 1-2W on 160 and 80). Can be pushed to near normal on higher bands if the
> carrier control is advanced beyond normal drive, which is what we did as the
> mult radio at VP5M.
> 
> The fix on K3's is simple and well documented. Anyone know of a similar fix
> for the Kenwood?
> 
> If not, what about recommendations for repair shop?
> 
> Being a low value radio I'm hoping the TS-590S isn't in the same category as
> a toasted TV, toaster or microwave that's cheaper to replace than repair-or
> sell to an SWL!
> 
> All advice appreciated.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Jim, K4QPL
> 
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