TS-990S USB Audio Setting Manual
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1. Clicking the RX AF Test button plays a test signal from the selected speaker Next continue to follow the steps below to confirm that the intended audio transmission route is configured 8 Connect a dummy load to the TS 990S 9 Ifthe TS 990S is in Split mode switch to Simplex mode with the mode set to SSB USB or LSB 10 Enable the transmission monitor function 11 Press the PF key set as DATA SEND to transmit 12 From the ARUA 10 window shown above click the TX AF Test button If test signals are played from the internal TS 990S speakers the system is set up correctly Press the PF key set as DATA SEND to return to audio reception mode If the test signal does not play check the settings and try the test again 13 From the ARUA 10 window click the Save button to complete the setup 14 Right click on the icon in the task tray to display the menu From the menu select Start The icon in the task tray changes to ES and the ARUA 10 starts 13 5 Limitations IMPORTANT 5 1 USB Port Connectivity Limitations lf the PC and TS 990S are connected via a USB cable audio transmissions can be transmitted using the USB audio function In principle however there is a delay with USB audio signals Additionally sound may be delayed or lost depending on the PC performance and load status As such do not perform operations for which delays are likely to be a problem such as contests or communications r2. 990S to a computer using a USB cable for the first time drivers required for the USB Audio Function are automatically installed lf you are using an ARCP 990 and Computer Control Command you must install the Virtual COM port driver to connect the TS 990S with a USB cable Download and install the driver from the following KENWOOD website http www kenwood com i products info amateur software download html 3 3 About the Virtual COM Port Driver When connecting the TS 990S to a computer with a USB cable for the first time the New Hardware Detected Wizard message appears This is the install prompt for the Virtual COM Port lf you are not using an ARCP 990 or Computer Control Command there is no need to install the Virtual COM Port However if it is not installed the Wizard message will appear every time the USB cable is connected so we recommend installation When the New Hardware Detected Wizard message appears and you have not yet installed the Virtual COM Port click Cancel and install the Virtual COM Port before continuing For details on how to install the Virtual COM Port please visit the download page noted above 4 Settings 4 1 Transceiver Settings Complete the necessary transceiver TS 990S settings before using the USB audio function Refer to the user manual for details on how to use the TS 990S 4 1 1 Setting up an Audio Input Route from the Rear Terminal Select the USB Audio to the audi
3. been made regarding the accuracy of the contents described in this document However there is a possibility of misprints and of descriptions that may cause misunderstanding JVC KENWOOD Corporation bears absolutely no responsibility for damages arising thereof JVC KENWOOD Corporation may revise and amend the products information described in this document without notice JVC KENWOOD Corporation bears absolutely no responsibility for damages arising thereof Windows is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries NET Framework is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Bluetooth is a registered trademark or trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc The names of all products described hereafter are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers and are omitted throughout the text 1 About the TS 990S USB Audio Function When the TS 990S is connected to the computer using a USB cable the USB audio function can be used to play incoming audio over the computer speakers and transmit audio from the computer microphone This guide explains how to set up the TS 990S to use its USB audio function and how to use the ARUA 10 software to control input output routes of the USB audio signals from a computer Important gt USB audio may be delayed due to unavoidable principles Consequently d
4. computer are transmitted along with the intended audio transmissions gt When using this function for the first time we recommend connecting a dummy load to the TS 990S to perform checks and adjustments 4 1 5 Other settings for the DATA VOX lf necessary adjust the following settings for the DATA VOX e VOX gain for USB audio input e ANTI VOX level for USB audio input e VOX delay time for USB audio input Refer to the chapters entitled ADJUSTING THE VOX GAIN ADJUSTING THE VOX DELAY TIME and ADJUSTING THE ANTI VOX GAIN LEVEL in the user manual 4 1 6 Allocating the DATA SEND Function to the PF Keys Set the DATA SEND function to the PF keys to test the transmission of audio input from the rear terminal In this example the PF A key has been set Function Set value 0 15 Assignment of the programmable function DATA SEND to PF A Using the PF keys to which the DATA SEND function has been set you can switch between transmit and receive mode for audio input from the rear terminal 4 2 Setting the Transmission Method for Audio Input to the Rear Terminal The SEND keys on the PTT switch of the microphone connected to the TS 990S and on the TS 990S control panel are the method for transmitting audio input to the microphone connected to the TS 990S When transmitting by these methods audio entered as audio signals from USB cannot be transmitted To transmit audio input as audio signals from the USB select one of the
5. may be too low Try adjusting the volume settings Operation Even though the transceiver is If USB audio is not set to the audio source in transmission mode cannot line for transmission audio input of the transmit voice input from the USB audio is not sent computer microphone Refer to 4 1 1 Setting Up an Audio Input Route from the Rear Terminal and check the settings When transmitting using the TS 990S microphone PTT or SEND key USB audio received by the TS 990S is not transmitted When using the ARCP 990 the Transmission Controls Settings are required Refer to 4 2 Setting the Transmission Method for Audio Input to the Rear Terminal and check the settings If there is a mistake in the ARUA 10 settings USB audio input to the TS 990S is not transmitted Refer to 4 4 ARUA 10 Settings and check the settings If the computer microphone or headset is muted audio is not sent from the computer Please check your computer s sound function settings 16 The transceiver does not In order to transmit VOX when voice data transmit VOX when audio is input is received through the rear terminal input from the computer Specific menu settings are required microphone Refer to 4 1 4 Data VOX Settings and 4 1 5 Other settings for the DATA VOX and check the settings Operation The end of audio When using the ARCP 990 if you quickly transmissions are cut off The switch to receiv
6. Also when not using the TS 990S we recommend you disconnect the USB cable from the computer 19
7. KENWOOD TS 990S USB Audio Setting Manual JVCKENWOOD Corporation March 29 2013 Contents 1 About the TS 990S USB Audio Function 3 2 Operation Using the USB Audio Function 4 3 Installing the ARUA 10 Software 5 3 1 System Requirements cccccccsecccceeeeeceeseeceseeseuseecsuseecsaaeesseaeecseuseesaueeessaeeesageees 5 9 2 ISU OU ne ee ee en de ete dti 5 3 3 About the Virtual COM Port Driver cccceccccesseseeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeseeeeseeeeeeeseeseeeeeeeeas 6 RS COS ad ee de nee satis tom en Ga ed eee ee 7 SOS COOP SOUS aisence sstteeeeseumaseinarehcaveeteesencee 7 4 1 1 Setting Up an Audio Input Route from the Rear Terminal 7 4 1 2 Audio VO Level Seinge cide srieccesiccexcesssadecersasetbeveeseceeeissestetennsedesueseucdvaneeieestosent 7 4 1 3 Mixed Beep Settings to External Audio Outputs cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 7 4 14 DATA VOX SOINS nee ee er ee 8 4 1 5 Other settings for the DATA VOX 8 4 1 6 Allocating the DATA SEND Function to the PF Keys 8 4 2 Setting the Transmission Method for Audio Input to the Rear Terminal 9 4 3 Sound SeTINOS ON ihe POS a ae 10 AO SUNOS ice peert ec Began gts nese ee gen casecat on saaiges eel ue ee cuemet sacee eesanenee 12 Ss Limitations IMPORTANTES A E 14 5 1 USB Port Connectivity Limitations 14 6 Frequently Asked Questions 15 Disclaimer All efforts have
8. OX Gain Use a headset While operating the transceiver do not use other software If the above methods do not work turn OFF the DATA VOX function Also when the computer is left connected to the transceiver using a USB cable sounds from other software such as alerts music and video are transmitted to the transceiver and sent by VOX unintentionally If you leave the computer and transceiver connected using a USB cable turn OFF the DATA VOX function before using your computer Reception quality depends on Voice audio is affected by voice encoding the device and the quality may differ from the original voice reception quality This is part of the USB sound function specifications and is unavoidable can hear the beeping and This can be configured in the transceiver voice guidance audio from the menu transceiver on the computer Please refer to 4 1 3 Mixed Beep Alternatively want to be able to Settings to External Audio Outputs hear them but can t 18 a Question Answer Is the ARUA 10 required when The ARUA 10 cannot be used with KNS using KNS remote operation remote operation over a network over a network Using the USB Audio Function When operating the ARUA 10 audio while operating the TS 990S the reception from the transceiver is played computer s standard audio can over the computer speakers If you want no longer be heard to stop audio reception stop the ARUA 10 operation
9. Select the microphone USB Audio CODEC and click the Properties al Son 1 Playback Recording E Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Line In High Definition Audio Device Currently unavailable Microphone USB Audio CODEC ais Default Device 3 The Microphone Properties screen appears Select the Advanced tab set the 2 channel 16 bit to the default device In here the sample rate is displayed choose the one you want to use The sample rate that is displayed in the choices depends on the environment of the PC 10 Default Format Select the sample rate and bit depth to be used when runni in shared mode Exclusive Mode Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device Give exclusive mode applications priority 4 Click OK to close the dialog Note e Device names vary depending on your PC or sound device 11 4 4 ARUA 10 Settings Follow the steps below to set up the ARUA 10 1 Connect the TS 990S and computer using a USB cable 2 To launch the software select Start Button gt Programs gt Kenwood gt ARUA 10 3 After launching the ARUA 10 a Task Tray icon appears Right click this icon and select Device Settings from the menu The window shown below appears d Settings Setting Setting Name T5 9905 Transceiver PC Reception Output In this window you can specify sound devices for the transceiver s audio reception
10. e mode after using the system switches back to audio computer s microphone to transmit you reception before sending all of may have switched before the audio Is an audio transmission transmitted because of the delay in transmitting an audio signal via USB lf this happens it may be possible to avoid such delays by slightly changing the method of operation as described below After transmission watch the power and ALC meters and wait until the audio input to the transceiver finishes before switching back to reception mode Use the DATA VOX function Use a regular stereo jack instead of a USB or Bluetooth headset Set the delay time to reception transition TX RX menu gt Select Modulation Line gt Delay by TX to RX Transition 17 Question Answer Operation The transceiver transmits even When the DATA VOX function is ON for with no voice is input from the laptop computers with internal microphone when the DATA microphones sounds near the computer VOX function is set to ON that are loud enough to trigger the VOX are sent to the transceiver and are Turning the DATA VOX function transmitted by VOX Sounds from other to ON causes the transceiver to software may also be sent to the transmit even when the transceiver and transmitted by VOX microphone is not connected Please try the following The transceiver transmits Refer to 4 1 5 Other settings for the without my knowledge DATA VOX and adjust the V
11. equiring quick responses Also when connected with a USB cable alert sounds from other software or audio from music or videos may not play over the computer speakers Furthermore when the DATA VOX function of the transceiver is ON and the computer and transceiver are connected with a USB cable the transceiver may send sounds emitted by the computer To avoid unintended transmissions when the computer and transceiver are left connected via USB set the DATA VOX function to OFF Depending on the combination of OS PC and sound functions the USB audio function may not operate correctly JVC KENWOOD does not offer support for customer computers 14 6 Frequently Asked Questions This section introduces questions that have been asked to date and subjects verified by JVC KENWOOD Corporation Question Answer Installation drivers There appears to be many limitations Is it actually possible to operate using the USB Audio Function Can use a USB or Bluetooth headset There is static in the audio transmissions Audio transmission and reception levels are low Operation 15 Where can get the USB audio You do not need to download the drivers When the computer and TS 990S are connected via USB for the first time the standard driver for your operating system is automatically installed Although it may not run exactly the same when you get used to it general communication on a pract
12. following methods Transmitting using the ARCP 990 With the ARCP 990 you must perform settings to transmit audio input through the rear terminal to use the on screen Send key Select Setup TX control from the ARCP 990 Tool menu The Setup TX control window is displayed In the window above select ACC2 USB in the Modulation line setting and then select USB For further details refer to the ARCP 990 help ARCP 990 details are downloadable from the KENWOOD website Use the ACC2 Connector s PKS port to transmit This setting allows you to transmit audio received by the rear terminal by setting the PKS port in the ACC2 Connector on the back of the TS 990S to Low For details on the connector and terminal specifications refer to the TS 990S instruction manual Use the PF key assigned to the DATA SEND function to transmit By assigning the DATA SEND function to a PF key the PF key can be used to transmit audio received by the rear terminal For details refer to 4 1 6 Allocating the DATA SEND Function to the PF Keys 4 3 Sound Settings on the PC lf you are using Windows Vista or later by setting the sound properties of the PC you will be able to hear the sound of the main and sub bands Connect the USB cable to the PC and the TS 990 and after turning ON the TS 990 follow the steps below 1 Select the Start button gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Sound gt Recording tab 2
13. ical level is possible The point is to become accustomed to the delays particular to USB audio You may have some initial confusion with issues like the standby timing You can use a USB or Bluetooth headset However due to unavoidable delays using these devices it takes time for spoken audio to be transmitted Also time is required for received audio to reach the headphones We do not recommend use of these devices when such delays can cause problems The USB audio input output levels are not appropriately set Adjust the settings via the TS 990S Menu items No 7 05 Input level of the USB audio No 7 08 The main band USB audio output level No 7 09 The sub band USB audio output level This may also depend on the specifications of the sound device used in your computer Try using another sound card or USB sound device The sound device driver may need to be upgraded Try checking for new versions cannot hear audio from the lt is possible that the USB audio output transceiver over the computer level from the TS 990S is too low Try speakers adjusting the Menu items No 7 08 The main band USB audio output level No 7 09 The sub band USB audio output level If there is a mistake in the ARUA 10 settings audio reception sent by USB audio to the computer is not played from the computer speakers Refer to 4 4 ARUA 10 Settings and check the settings The volume setting of the computer speakers or headset
14. m the microphone connected to the computer passes through the USB cable and is transmitted by the TS 990S unit A signal pathway on the computer between input signals from the audio device connected to the microphone and output from the USB audio device is necessary The ARUA 10 software serves as a bridge for these signal paths within the computer The ARUA 10 software lets you select which speaker and microphone are used for transceiver operations when there are multiple soeakers and microphones connected to the computer 3 Installing the ARUA 10 Software 3 1 System Requirements In order to use the ARUA 10 software your computer must meet the following requirements Chart 1 Computer Requirements Category Specifications CPU must exceed the performance recommended for your operating system MEMORY System memory must exceed that recommended for your operating system Over 100 MB of free space CD ROM DVD ROM Drive Not required USB Port When using the system described above a single USB 2 0 port Input Output Devices Keyboard mouse microphone speakers Display XGA 1024 x 768 or higher OS Windows XP SP3 or later Windows Vista SP1 or later 32 bit only Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit Not compatible with other operating systems 3 2 Installation Download and install the ARUA 10 software from the following KENWOOD website http www kenwood com i products info amateur software_download html When connecting the TS
15. o not perform operations such as contests or pile ups requiring quick responses for which delays are likely to be a problem Refer to Chapter 5 Limitations for other limitations To use the USB audio function knowledge not only of transceivers but also of computers is required JVC KENWOOD does not offer support for purchasing computers or for customer s computers JVC KENWOOD Corporation shall bear no responsibility for related damage such as damage caused by missed communications and dialog opportunities due to incorrect customer settings nonconformances or misoperations as a result of using this document or the ARUA 10 software 2 Operation Using the USB Audio Function Operation using the USB audio function is explained using the diagram below Diagram 1 Operation Using the USB Audio Function The left side of the diagram shows the TS 990S unit while the area in the square on the right side indicates the computer The TS 990S and the computer are connected using a USB cable The microphone and speakers connected to the computer are shown on the far right Audio reception is explained first Incoming audio from the TS 990S is sent to the computer via the USB cable and played over the speakers connected to the computer A signal pathway on the computer to connect the USB audio device input signals and output from the audio device connected to the speaker is necessary Audio transmission is explained next Audio input fro
16. o source line to transmit audio that is input by the USB audio function By default when in DATA mode DATA 1 DATA 2 and DATA 3 the USB audio is selected to input audio for transmission by DATA SEND Refer to the chapter entitled SELECTING THE AUDIO SOURCE FOR TRANSMISSION BY DATA SEND in the user manual 4 1 2 Audio I O Level Settings Use the following menu to adjust the audio transmission input levels from the PC and the receive audio output levels to the PC Input level of the USB audio The main band USB audio output level Setting range Default O to 100 50 O to 100 100 O to 100 100 The sub band USB audio output level 4 1 3 Mixed Beep Settings to External Audio Outputs With the TS 990S default setting the USB audio output signals include beeps and side tones Use the following menu settings to not include beeps and side tones in the USB audio output Menu No Function Setting range Default 7 14 Audio output from the rear panel All Received connectors Audio Only All Reference To implement data communications set this function to Received Audio Only 4 1 4 DATA VOX Settings If you use the VOX function keyed by the sound from the USB audio input select USB Audio as the audio source for DATA VOX Refer to the chapter entitled SELECTING OR DISABLING THE AUDIO SOURCE FOR DATA VOX in the user manual Caution gt When this function is ON all sounds created by the
17. output and modulated audio input You can also specify which microphones and speakers connected to the computer to use In the above example the computer has recognized four types of input sound devices Microphone USB Audio Codec Microphone High Definition Audio Line In High Definition Audio There are two types of output sound devices Speakers USB Audio Codec 12 Speakers High Definition Audio The items listed depend on your operating system and sound devices used 4 On the far left of the window in the Transceiver section set the Reception Output This is where the input is set for audio received from the transceiver As audio reception comes into the computer as USB audio select Microphone USB Audio Codec 5 In the second list in the Transceiver section of the window set the Modulated Input This is where the output is set for sending audio transmissions to the transceiver As transmissions are sent to the transceiver as USB audio select Speakers USB Audio Codec 6 Inthe third list in the PC section of the window set the Microphone This is where the computer microphone used for audio input to be transmitted is set In the above example Microphone High Definition Audio is selected 7 In the forth list in the PC section of the window set the Speakers device This is where the computer speakers used for playing incoming audio are specified
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