Hi Steve, I found my USB to 590 cable, tried to download the 
software but only seemed to get the instructions.  I also tried 
to get the com port driver but nothing happened when I clicked on 
the link to the driver from the firmware instructions.  I also 
need to get the other program so I can store the memories on the 
PC so I won't have to re-do all the memories after upgrading.  I 
will take it slow but hopefully get it one of these days.  73 and 
thanks, Jim WA6EKS

 ----- Original Message -----
From: Steve Dresser <[log in to unmask]
To: [log in to unmask]
Date sent: Mon, 23 Feb 2015 21:39:24 -0500
Subject: Re: Firmware upgrade for the TS590?

Jim,

There's absolutely no risk to upgrading to the latest version of 
the
firmware.  Even if the upgrade doesn't work, you just rerun the 
software.

The benefits of the new firmware are: more feedback from the 
speech unit, a
way to enter split frequencies, and independent receive and 
transmit
equalizer settings for each mode.  Some people have reported 
improved
receiver performance, but I haven't noticed that, and it's not 
mentioned in
the list of enhancements.  I'm quite happy with the new firmware, 
and
recommend it highly.

Steve

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Gammon" <[log in to unmask]
To: <[log in to unmask]
Sent: February 23, 2015 18:24
Subject: Firmware upgrade for the TS590?


I haven't heard any feedback recently about the firmware upgrade
 for the TS590.  Questions for those who have upgraded their 
rigs,
 is it worth it and how risky is it to do? 73, Jim WA6EKS