Modifications for the Kenwood TS-450
| 19-07-1998 | General coverage transmisson modification for the TS-450 and TS-690 English language |
| 19-07-1998 | KAM-PLUS Problems!! with TS-450 & 850 English language |
| 19-07-1998 | TS-450S Intermittent receive fixed English language |
| 19-07-1998 | TS-450,TS-850 feedback,ACC-2 Conn English language |
| 19-07-1998 | TS-450 hidden functions English language |
| 19-07-1998 | TS-450S and KAM Plus info English language |
| 20-02-1999 | Micro-input RFI modification TS450-TS690 Kenwood English language |
19-07-1998 General coverage transmisson
modification for the TS-450 and TS-690
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19-07-1998 KAM-PLUS Problems!! with TS-450
& 850
Hello All,,
A common problem when using a KAM-Plus multimode with the Kenwood TS-850 or TS-450 occurs
when the KAM-Plus is coupled to the Accessory-2 socket on the back of the transceiver,
producing noticable distortion of the transmitted audio when using the microphone in SSB
mode..
The problem is easy to cure by disconnecting the Accessory-2 plug from the back of the
tranceiver, but this meant moving the transceiver around every time one wished to operate
on SSB..
The problem is caused by the input sensitivity of the rear Accessory-2 socket being set to
high, so that it picks up very low level noise from the KAM-Plus and associated computer
wiring, this mixes with the microphone signal, to produce the distortion.
The cure is to reduce the input sensitivity of the radio, thus reducing the chance of
distortion, also it goes without saying that the output from the KAM-Plus must be
increased to compensate for this.
With both the TS-450 and TS-850, adjusting the input sensitivity is straight forward and
the transceiver manuals show you the appropriate control and its location.. This is in
both cases VR18 to be found on the main board of the radio,(refer to manual) in practice I
found that it was best to adjust this control fully counterclockwise..
Then we need to adjust the output from the KAM-Plus by varying potentiometer R28 and
setting removable link (K9), this link is factory set on one post only, (in the open
position)!! this should be connected shorting the two posts, thus putting the KAM-Plus
into the high output position, and then potentiometer R-28 is adjusted to give full power
out from your HF radio with very little ALC deflection, when the MIC gain is in the normal
operating position..
Then I am sure you will find that your problem is over, you can now simply change from
digital modes to SSB.. Remember if you have your Beacon activated to turn it OFF or it
could cause a few comments when operating SSB..
19-07-1998 TS-450S Intermittent receive fixed
After making a careful mobile installation, WB0BQV found his TS450S to have intermittent
receive. He removed the screw that was going through the coax in his car and made a second
installation in his truck. More intermittent. With some careful diagnosis he found that
moving the coax connector up and down caused the change in signal. With the radio opened
up, I found that moving the coax connector was breaking the contact between the wire from
the center conductor and the board (W1 in the schematic). To save on pulling the filter
board, I used a short piece of very flexible test prod wire to connect from the center of
the UHF connector to W6 on the top of the PC board. W6 jumps over the contacts of a relay
used only in the TS-690S. For added security, I also added another wire of the same
material from the ground lug on the UHF connector to the end of D11 away from the coax
connector. So now if the flexible back panel breaks the other wire too, it won't have so
much effect. The coax connector is mounted on a 1/32" plated steel panel so is
excessively flexible in mounting. Ideally that connector should be mounted far more
stiffly for those that use real RG-8 coax.
19-07-1998 TS-450,TS-850 feedback,ACC-2 Conn
Hi if you are using the ACC-2 connector to interface with your multi-mode controller, you
may have had a problem with your transmitted audio signal being distorted, to eliminate
this see bellow.
This modification should not affect any of the other normal operations
of the radio..
Copy of service bulletin from AEA
19-07-1998 TS-450 hidden functions
As users of the Kenwood TS-450S already known it is possible to configure the set to
personel needs by hold down some buttons during Power on.
There are three buttons listed in the manual.
The menu of Power ON + LSB/USB is listed on page 54 from the manual
The menu of Power ON + M.IN is listed on page 55
The menu of Power ON + ENT is listed on page 83
As often usual in microprocessor controled equipment there are hidden keyboard
combinations who make it possible to configure more functions then is listed in the
manual.
At Power on + CLR + ENT a reset to factory defaults is taken place.
All memory programming is lost !
All filters are available (also these who are not fitted)
But there is something more!!
The receiver is able to receive from 30 kHz to 40 MHz
Transmitting is possible on
1620 kHz to 2000 kHz
3500 kHz to 4000 kHz
7000 kHz to 7500 kHz
10.0 MHz to 10.5 MHz
14.0 MHz to 14.5 MHz
18.0 MHz to 19.0 MHZ
21.0 MHz to 21.5 MHz
24.5 MHz to 25.0 MHz
28.0 MHz to 30.0 MHz
Unfortunately after power off and switching on the programming is returnd to the most of
the old values, but the 100 memory places are still empty.
So one advice before start of experimenting note the contens of the memory places and
configuration on a piece of paper, and read the "F" manual .
Until now I do not have a method to program the expanded receiving and transmitting
frequencys into the TS-450S.
If someone knows how to do this plaese let me know.
19-07-1998 TS-450S and KAM Plus info
Hi just found out a KINK in hooking up the TS450S to a KAM Plus for AMTOR op.
You have to turn ur Delay and CAR control to 0 to get it to work mode A.
Neither control should be active when running AMTOR LSB but they are, TRUST ME.
20-02-1999 Micro-input RFI modification
TS450-TS690 Kenwood
By Pedro M.J. Wyns, RF- and biomedical-engineer.
History:
After buying a ts690 I got considerable trouble with the vox circuitry.
The Vox gain was always too high due to an excessive feedback resistance in the vox
amplfier. Apparently a PCB-mounting failure as the schematic carried the right value.
After correcting this problem I still got RF problems with nearby antennas, blocking the
transmitter in TX.
Problem:
lack of decent RF-filtering on the micro-input circuitry.
Solution:
adding ferromagnetic cores and adjusting rc-filters on the IF-board.
Action:
remove the connectors on the right hand side of the IF board (underside transceiver front
towards you). Unscrew the board and fold over to the left. Add 22 nF parallel to R282 1k
on t he micro entry close to Connector 6. Add 1nF parallel to C177 close to the IC-15
input. Add 1nF parall el to C217 close to the vox amplifier.
Remove te micro in and ground from the number 6 connector. Feed the white micro wire
through a two hole ferrite core. Feed the inner conductor through a small ferrite core as
well Reconnect...
If you might be using an MFJ (=major fucking junk) voice keyer, disconnect the
shit-unshielded micro cable and replace by high quality twin balanced micro cable. Only
use PTT, Mic and GND.
This concludes the mod. Don't even think of doing this without the service man ual and
some smd-practice.
Good Luck