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thanks steve it works.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Lowell Miller" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2016 5:36 PM
Subject: Re: Recording messages on TS-590


> Thanks, Steve, for sending this message!
> This does clear up the process of using the recorder.
> 73
> Lowell  W8QIY
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Saturday, February 20, 2016 5:15 PM
> Subject: Recording messages on TS-590
> 
> 
>> The subject of how to record voice messages on the 590 came up this 
>> afternoon on 40 meters.    While I don't use this feature myself,  I 
>> know that some folks have had  problems getting it to work.      I said 
>> I would post something I had gotten from the 590 e-mail list that is 
>> supposed to  clarify some of the  porly written stuff in the manual.
>> 
>> 73, Steve KW3A
>> 
>> 
>> From the TS-590 mailing list:
>> 
>> 
>> Overcoming the confusing instructions for the VGS-1 voice recorder
>> Mon Oct 8, 2012 10:45 pm (PDT) . Posted by:
>> "AG0N-3055" glmcduffie
>> A few days ago, I asked for help using the VGS-1 or voice record
>> function. I didn't need help with the voice announcements of
>> transceiver operating parameters, but wanted help making recordings to
>> be played over the air, such as CQs for contests, etc. This operation
>> is "explained" on page 59 of the operator's manual, however, Kenwood's
>> terminology is not quite as good as it could be, and is intermingled
>> with instructions of how to do other things at the same time. The
>> manual is correct, but the words don't match what the brain thinks when
>> you read them. Kenwood definitions are stated on page ii (pg 4 in the
>> pdf file version). I will use MY terminology in this explanation, so
>> when I say push and hold, you push and hold until told to do otherwise.
>> 
>> First, you have four recordable message memories, unless you have
>> constant recording enable on menu 55. I have it enabled on mine.
>> Instructions for using #4 with constant record turned off are the same
>> as using #1, #2, and #3.
>> 
>> Prior to recording, turn the VOX off and the receive volume to zero.
>> Turning the VOX off will prevent inadvertent transmission, and the
>> volume at zero prevents background noise from being a part of your
>> recording.
>> 
>> You must be in a voice mode to record a message.
>> 
>> Choose a memory slot for your recording. Let's say #2 for this example.
>> Using #1 or #3 is done the same way by substituting the proper key.
>> 
>> Press and hold the [CH2(REC)] key until you hear BT on CW, then release.
>> AP3 -- will appear on the right side of the display. It is now ready to
>> record in slot 3. At this point, you can set the mic gain if it needs
>> to be changed. I have found it does not need to do more than tickle the
>> ALC meter (and the radio should not key when you do this). The playback
>> level will run the ALC over the end of the scale on playback. At least
>> it does on mine.
>> 
>> Ready to record?
>> 
>> Press and continue to hold the [CH2(REC)] key and say your message into
>> the microphone. A countdown will appear on the display and you must
>> finish before it reaches zero. At the end of your message, release the
>> [CH2(REC)] key. The display will show "WRITING".
>> 
>> When WRITING goes away, you can check your recording by tapping the
>> [CH2(REC)] key momentarily. Local playback volume is set in menu 05.
>> You will want to "keep it tight". Don't leave any space before and
>> after your message. Press the key and talk immediately. End the
>> message on the last word by releasing the key immediately. In most
>> cases, a blank space will get in your way on playback.
>> 
>> If you don't like your message and want to try again, just use the same
>> procedure to record over it. It does not need to be erased first.
>> 
>> If you WANT to erase a memory, use the steps above, as if you were going
>> to record. While you are holding the key down to record, press the CLR
>> button then release all buttons. Message erased.
>> 
>> If you like your recorded message and want to play it on the air, turn
>> the VOX on and tap the [CH2(REC)] key.
>> 
>> If you have constant record turned on, the incoming audio is always
>> being recorded and can be saved. At the end of the 30 second period you
>> want to record, press and hold the [RX4(REC)] key until you see
>> "WRITING" on the display. This saves the last 30 seconds to memory, and
>> will take longer to write than the other memory positions because it is
>> longer. When it is finished writing, tapping the [RX4(REC)] key again
>> will play it back. Turn the receiver volume down so you don't add
>> background noise to your recording as you listen to it. You cannot play
>> back while the PTT is keyed, either manually or by VOX.
>> 
>> Unfortunately, you cannot play the incoming audio back over the air,
>> even by holding the mic to the speaker. It stops playback as soon as
>> the PTT keys. It's too bad they did that. It can be very helpful when
>> trying to help someone with their audio over the air, etc.
>> 
>> I hope this will help someone who, like me, has trouble making sense of
>> the instructions in the manual. I'm sure after I hit the SEND button,
>> I'll think of something that should be included.
>> 
>> Thanks to the several of you who wrote to tell me how it is done. They
>> all contributed to this instruction.
>> 
>> Gary
>> -- 
>> http://ag0n.net
>> 
>> for di

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