Tom,

If you've just started having this problem, my guess is that something has 
failed with the jack itself.  Unfortunately, those 1/8-inch jacks aren't the 
strongest things in the world, and the problem is compounded by the fact 
that it's attached to the circuit board (yet another weak link in the 
chain).  You may ultimately have to send the radio somewhere to have this 
repaired.

Steve

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 10:31
Subject: Question On TS590 External Speaker Jack


> Hi, all.
>
> Recently, I have noticed that the external speaker jack on my TS590 does 
> not
> allow for a tight connection with the standard mini phono plug on the
> external speaker that I like to use.
>
> I have checked the connections on the speaker plug, and they are
> electrically solid.
>
> I also have tried several other speakers, and have gotten the same 
> results.
>
> It's almost like the jack mechanism that holds the plug is depressed too 
> far
> to allow for a tight fit.
>
> If I connect the speaker and work with the plug to properly seat the
> connection, everything works fine.
>
> Obviously, I don't want to start messing with the jack and make things
> worse, but I'm wondering if others have had this issue,and if so, how you
> might have resolved it.
>
> Thanks, and 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>