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TS-990S
KENWOOD NETWORK
COMMAND SYSTEM
Setting Manual
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CONTENTS 1. Relevant Models .......................................................................................................... 2 2. Objectives of this document ........................................................................................ 3 3. Outline ......................................................................................................................... 4 3.1. Overall Configuration .....................................................................
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1. Relevant Models This operations guide is for the TS-990S. Using the TS-990S and the KENWOOD NETWORK COMMAND SYSTEM (hereinafter called "KNS") enables transceiver operations by remote control using a home LAN or the internet. KNS is a system configured using PCs, network environments, ARCP-990 (a Radio Control Program; hereinafter called "ARCP-990”), ARHP-990 (a Radio Host Program; hereinafter called “ARHP-990”), and ARVP-10 (a VoIP Program; hereinafter called “VoIP Program”
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2. Objectives of this document To supply information to configure a remote control system via a home LAN or internet using the TS-990S, ARCP-990, ARHP-990 and VoIP Program. Programs and Functions Functions Location Operates transceiver remotely Remote Station ARCP-990 Receives the display data from Host Station the transceiver, and sends it over the network to the ARCP. ARHP-990 Also receives control data sent from the ARCP, and sends it to the transceiver. Transmits and
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3. Outline 3.1. Overall Configuration 図：3.1.1 家庭内 LAN の構成例 （この図ではモデム、ブロードバンド・ルーター、ハブ等は省略してあります。） LAN Fig. Example of a home LAN configuration (In this diagram, the modem, router, and hub have been omitted.) As shown in the diagram, the configuration uses a host station (where the transceiver is installed; this is called the "transmitter" in the Radio Act) and a remote station (which performs the remote operations; this is called the "operator" i
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Fig. Example of a KNS configuration via the internet The host station and remote station can be installed in any location with a home LAN connection or internet connection. 5
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3.2. Outline of Host Station (Transmitter) Operations The host station is configured using a transceiver and a PC connected to the network. Data signals that control the transceiver are connected to the PC using either LAN, USB or RS-232C. The PC uses its sound function to input and output audio transmitted and received by the transceiver, and converts them between digital and analog signals. The ARHP-990 is installed on the PC. In the case of use via the internet, VoIP Program is in
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PC Specifications CPU and memory: Minimum values recommended by the operating system. HDD: To install both the ARHP-990 and the VoIP Program, a minimum of approx. 100 MB of free disk space is required. If you are saving connection logs, additional memory space is required. Sound function To exchange audio transmissions, a sound function is required. Network Connects to the home LAN. function To perform KNS operations via the internet, connect to a network that is connect
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Firewall To implement KNS operations via the internet, firewall environments configured using in-house company networks cannot be used. Use a home LAN environment. Internet Provider To implement KNS operations via the internet: environment ・ A high-speed wired broadband environment using xDSL, FTTH, or CATV network is required. (1Mbps min. recommended.) ・ A global IP address is required. (See Note 3.) ・ The ability to use protocols and ports to transmit the data signals that c
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3.4. Outline of Remote Station (Operator) Operations The remote station is configured using a PC connected to the network, and a microphone and speaker connected to the PC sound function. The audio transmissions for the host station transceiver are input and output using the microphone and speaker connected to the sound function of the remote station PC via the network. The ARCP-990 is installed on the PC. In the case of use via the internet, VoIP Program is installed on the PC. The
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Run-time Same as host station. ARCP-990 This software remotely controls the transceivers. Refer to the software help for the settings and operation methods. Download the software from the KENWOOD website, and install it onto the PC. http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software _download.html VoIP Program Same as host station. LAN Broadband Same as host station. environment router Modem Same as host station. Firewall Same as host station. Internet P
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4. Settings 4.1. Connecting a Communications Cable Connect the host station PC and TS-990S using a USB cable or RS-232C cable. There is also a way to connect both the transceiver and PC to the home LAN. This method makes high-speed data communication with the transceiver via USB or RS-232C cable. Note: The LAN cable, RS-232C cable and USB cable are sold separately. Purchase them from a commercial retailer. ●When connecting using a LAN cable (1) Depending on the network envi
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Connect the PC sound functions and audio cable with reference to the following diagram. Reference: If the TS-990S is connected to the PC using a USB cable, audio transmission input and output are possible using the USB audio function, but the many signal conversions cause inherently unavoidable delays. Furthermore, during KNS operations, network delays will occur. To minimize delays as much as possible, connections using an audio cable are recommended. Delays also depend on the
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4.3. Transceiver Settings Perform the required settings to implement KNS operations using transceivers. ● Set the transmitting audio input path settings With KNS operations, normally transmitted audio is input from an ACC2 connector. Input is also possible using USB audio functions from a USB connector, but as the delays are great, this is not recommended. On the Modulation Source screen of the TS-990S, set "ACC2" to ON, to be transmitted when "DATA SEND (PF)" is operated, t
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● Audio I/O level settings Use the following menu to adjust audio transmission input levels from the PC, and receive audio output levels to the PC. Menu No. Function Setting range (Default) 7-06 Input level from the ACC2 connector 0 ～100 (50) 7-10 Output level (Main Band) from the ACC2 0 ～100 connector (50) 7-11 Output level (Sub Band) from the ACC 2 0 ～100 connector (50) 7-05 Audio level of ACC2 output for data 0 ～100 communications (50) 7-08 The main band
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● Timeout timer settings During KNS operations, control data signals are transmitted using the network. Consequently, if normal network operations are disabled for any reason, control of the transceiver will also be disabled. Use the following menu to set the functions to stop transmitting automatically after a fixed period if control should be disabled while transmitting. Menu No. Function Setting range (Default) 6-02 Maximum continuous transmit time (time- Off, 3, 5, 10, o
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4.4. Setting Transmission Methods for Audio Input to the ACC2 Connector The PTT of the microphone connected to the TS-990S, and the [SEND] key on the TS-990S control panel, are the methods for transmitting audio input from the microphone connected to the TS-990S. When TXing by these methods, audio input as audio signals from the ACC2 connector cannot be transmitted. To transmit audio input as audio signals from the ACC2 connector, select one of the following methods. ● Transmit
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● Transmitting using the PF keys allocated to the DATA SEND function If the DATA SEND function has been allocated to a PF key, operating the PF key enables audio input from the ACC2 connector to be transmitted. For details, refer to "Allocating DATA SEND Function to PF Keys". 17
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4.5. Setting a Broadband Router When implementing KNS operations via the internet, it is necessary to set the broadband router connected to the host station. Perform the settings to transmit control data signals and audio transmissions via the internet from the broadband router to the host station PC. This setting depends on the call method of the broadband router manufacturer, and may be "Port forwarding", "IP masquerade", "Port conversion", "NAT address conversion", etc. Refe
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4.6. Software Installation and Settings Install the software required for KNS operations on the host station PC and the remote station PC, then perform the required settings. ● Host station PC Download and install the ARHP-990 onto the PC from the KENWOOD website: http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software_download.html Connect the PC and TS-990S using a USB or RS-232C cable. Then, turn ON the TS-990S. After starting the ARHP-990, make the COM port setting
