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This manual was written from a draft issued by Greg Pearson
of ALINCO Corporation. It was totally re-written by Jay Appell
(KA1SNA).The scope of this manual was to present a manual to a
novice type user and allow this user to perform all functions
of the ALINCO 590 Radio. Many amateur radio operators from
around the world helped to make this manual possible. Maybe a
guide for which other companies will follow!
ALINCO 590
Revision 3.0
April 1,1991
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction............................................01
1.1 Standard Accessories....................................01
1.2 Optional Accessories....................................01
2.0 Specifications..........................................01
2.1 General Specifications .................................02
2.2 US Frequency Coverage...................................02
2.3 European Frequency Coverage.............................02
2.4 Transmitter Specifications..............................03
2.5 Receiver Specifications.................................03
3.0 Tone Squelch Unit EJ-7U.................................04
3.1 Tone Squelch Unit Installation..........................04
4.0 DTMF Unit EJ-8U.........................................04
4.1 DTMF Unit Installation..................................05
5.0 Front Panel Controls and Functions......................05
6.0 LCD Display.............................................11
7.0 Rear Panel Descriptions.................................13
8.0 Microphone Descriptions.................................13
9.0 Getting Started (Receiving).............................15
9.1 Frequency Step..........................................16
9.2 Confirmation Tones......................................16
10.0 Transmitting............................................17
11.0 Transceiver Modes.......................................17
12.0 VFO Mode................................................17
13.0 Memory Mode.............................................17
13.1 Memory Scroll...........................................18
13.2 Memory Write............................................18
14.0 Call Mode...............................................20
14.1 Call Write..............................................20
15.0 ARM Mode (Automatic Repeater Memory)....................21
15.1 Automatic Entry (ARM)...................................21
15.2 Automatic Repeater Shift(ARM)...........................21
15.3 Manual Entry (ARM)......................................22
15.4 Scroll ARM Memory.......................................23
16.0 Priority Function.......................................23
16.1 Priority VFO............................................23
16.2 Priority Memory.........................................24
16.3 Priority Call...........................................24
17.0 Scan....................................................25
17.1 Band Scan Mode..........................................25
17.2 Program Band Scan Mode..................................25
17.3 Memory Scan Mode........................................26
17.4 Memory Channel Skip Mode................................26
17.5 ARM Scan................................................27
17.6 Scanning Types..........................................27
17.7 Scanning with ADD Mode..................................28
18.0 Repeater Operation......................................29
18.1 Repeater Shifts/Offsets.................................29
18.2 PL Encode/Decode........................................30
18.3 Reverse (Rev)...........................................31
19.0 Autopatch Operation.....................................31
19.1 Autodialer..............................................32
19.2 Autodialer Programming..................................32
19.3 Autodialer Transmitting.................................32
19.4 Erase Autodialer Number.................................33
20.0 Remote Control Operations...............................34
20.1 Change Frequency Remotely...............................35
20.2 Cross Band Repeat Remotely..............................36
21.0 Microphone Control......................................36
21.1 DSQ Description.........................................37
21.2 Code Squelch............................................37
21.3 Program DSQ Code........................................38
21.4 DSQ Paging..............................................38
21.5 Program DSQ Paging......................................41
21.6 Selecting DSQ Mode......................................42
21.7 Operating DSQ Paging and Squelch........................43
21.8 Examples of DSQ Transmissions...........................43
21.9 Using the Wildcard......................................45
21.10 Changing VFO Frequency..................................45
22.0 Additional Functions and Operations.....................45
22.1 Simultaneous Receiving..................................46
22.2 Full Duplex Operation...................................46
23.0 Cross Band..............................................47
24.0 Mobile Antenna Installation.............................49
Block Diagram Appendix
Over All Wiring Appendix
Schematic Diagram Appendix
(Final) Schematic Diagram Appendix
(VHF Main) Schematic Diagram Appendix
(UHF Main) Schematic Diagram Appendix
(Front Control) Schematic Diagram Appendix
(Sub Control) Schematic Diagram Appendix
1.0 INTRODUCTION
We at Alinco would like to thank you for purchasing the ALINCO
DR-590T (US Model)/DR-590E (European Model). Radios and other
products made by ALINCO rank as some of the finest in the
world. Your DR-590T/E has been manufactured and tested very
carefully at the factory and will give you satisfactory
operation for many years. We are confident that you will be
very satisfied with your choice of this fine ALINCO radio.
1.1 STANDARD ACCESSORIES
When you unpack your ALINCO transceiver, you will find the
standard accessories which include:
1. Mobile Microphone (Condenser Type), with 16 button DTMF
Touch Tone Pad(DR-590T model only).
2. Mobile mounting bracket
3. Installation hardware
4. DC power cord
1.2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
To enhance your DR-590 radio further, optional accessories are
available ALINCO strongly recommends that you purchase appropriate
accessories to get full features and performance from your radio.
1. EJ-7U Tone Squelch Unit (This unit is required to operate
the tone squelch feature (CTCSS de-coding)
2. EJ-8U DTMF Unit (This unit is necessary for the DSQ
function, Auto Dialer and external remote controller
3. EDC-19 Seperate Mounting Kit with cable. (3m) 9ft 10in.
4. EDC-20 Seperate Mounting Kit with cable. (5m) 16ft 5in.
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications outlined for this product are for use in
the amateur bands only. No guarantee or warranty, either
specific or implied, will apply to any function or
specification outside the amateur bands. Individual radios
may experience different performance and/or specification
levels. All specifications and features are subject to
change without notice or obligation.
***NOTE***
The DR-590T/E is NOT capable of receiving 300 Mhz, 800 Mhz
or AM Air Band. If that should display on your unit, simply
press the VHF or UHF band key (appropriate side) to return
to the proper frequency display.
2.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Resolution: 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25 Khz steps
Antenna Impedance: 50 Ohms unbalanced
Power Supply Requirements: 13.8 Volts DC (Standard Auto Battery)
Current Drain @ 13.8VDC RX: Squelched doesn't exceed 800ma.
Dimensions:
Length = 178mm (7")
Width = 150mm (5 9/10")
Height = 50mm (2")
Weight: Approximately 1.5kgs (3.3lbs)
2.2 US (DR-590T) FREQUENCY COVERAGE
VHF Band: 144.000 - 147.995 Mhz (TX)
137.000 - 173.995 Mhz (RX)
UHF Band: 440.000 - 449.995 Mhz (TX)
410.000 - 469.995 Mhz (RX)
2.3 EUROPEAN (DR-590E) FREQUENCY COVERAGE
VHF Band: 144.000 - 145.9875 Mhz (TX&RX)
UHF Band: 430.000 - 439.9875 Mhz (TX&RX)
2.4 TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS
TX VHF: HIGH 45W @ 9.5A
MID 10W @ 4.5A
LOW 5W @ 3.5A
TX UHF: HIGH 35W @ 15.0A
MID 8W @ 5.0A
LOW 5W @ 4.0A
Emission Mode: 16F3 (FM)
Modulation System: Variable Reactance FM
Max. Frequency Deviation: +5 khz
Spurious Emission: -60db (or under below carrier)
Microphone: Electret Condenser
Operating Mode:
Simplex:
Duplex: 5khz and 12.5khz steps between
0-10.995 Mhz from receiver frequency.
DTMF Encoder: Built-in (DR-590T only)
2.5 RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS
Receiver System: Superheterodyne, Dual Conversion Modulation
Acceptance: 16F3 (FM)
Intermediate Frequency: 1st - 30.825 Mhz and 455Khz @ VHF
1st - 30.825 Mhz and 455Khz @ UHF
12 DB Sinad -16dbu (0.1 uv approx.)
Sensitivity: +6 Khz or under at -60db
Audio Power Output: Approximately 2.5 Watts
Speaker Impedance: 8 Ohms
3.0 Tone Squelch Unit (EJ-7U)
This unit is an option, and is necessary to operate the Tone
Squelch Unit. The EJ-7U incorporates separate VHF and UHF
circuitry. This design makes possible for independent
operation for VHF and UHF.
3.1 Tone Squelch Unit (EJ-7U Installation)
1. Remove power source from the radio.
2. Place the unit upside down and front panel faced towards
you on a protective surface. The protective surface is
used to protect the radio from being scratched.
3. Remove (2) screws near rear bottom cover.
4. Remove (6) screws 3-Right and 3-Left.
5. Remove bottom cover.
6. Locate two connectors nearest you on the left, near front panel.
7. Lift up gently (to open) on the U-shaped (outer ring) sleeve
found on the lower connector.
8. Install Tone Squelch Unit into the lower connector with IC's
facing towards you.
9. Press the sleeve around the connector to secure the ribbon cable.
10. Install double stick sponge tape onto the back of the EJ- 7U,
then secure to main unit.
11. Re-install cover and screws beginning with steps 5 through 3.
12. Reset the microprocessor. (Push the FUNC button at the same time
you power up the DR-590T/E.
4.0 DTMF Unit (EJ-8U)
This unit is an option, and is needed for the DSQ function,
auto dialer and external remote controller. The Remote
Control Microphone (EMS-3) is required for these features.
The EMS-3 comes standard with the DR-590T.
4.1 DTMF Unit (EJ-8U Installation)
1. Remove power source from the radio.
2. Place the unit upside down and front panel faced towards
you on a protective surface. The protective surface is used to
protect the radio from being scratched.
3. Remove (2) screws near rear bottom cover.
4. Remove (6) screws 3-Right and 3-Left.
5. Remove bottom cover.
6. Locate two connectors nearest you on the left, near front panel.
7. Lift up gently (to open) on the U-shaped (outer ring)
sleeve found on the lower connector.
8. Install the DTMF Unit into the upper connector with IC's facing
AWAY from you.
9. Press the sleeve around the connector to secure the ribbon cable.
10. Install double stick sponge tape onto the component side of EJ-8U,
then secure to main unit.
11. Re-install cover and screws beginning with steps 5 through 3.
12. Reset the microprocessor. (Push the FUNC button at the same time
you power up the DR-590T/E.
5.0 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
The following descriptions are those functions necessary to utilize
full functionality of the DR-590.
5.1 MAIN TUNING DIAL
The main tuning dial/knob may be rotated in either direction
to select transmit and receive frequencies, frequency
steps, sub-audible tones and transmit frequency offsets.
5.2 LCD PANEL
Highly visible under all lighting conditions the LCD panel
displays functional information during transceiver operations.
5.3 MHZ DOWN KEY
Frequency of selected band is decreased one MHZ with each
touch of this key. When the key is pressed and held, the
frequency decreases rapidly in one MHZ increments. This key
is also used to change memory channels and offset frequencies
downward in one MHZ steps.
5.4 MHZ UP KEY
Frequency of selected band is increased one MHZ with each
touch of this key. When the key is pressed and held, the
frequency increases rapidly in one MHZ increments. This key
is also used to change memory channels and offset
frequencies upward in one MHZ steps.
5.5 H/M/L (DIM) KEY
Pressing the H/M/L key selects the desired output power of
the transmitter. Power level is displayed as MID or LOW on
the LCD panel. If neither indicator is shown on the
display, the power level is HIGH. Power limits are as follows:
LOW VHF: 5 Watts LOW UHF: 4 Watts
MID VHF: 10 Watts MID UHF: 8 Watts
HIGH VHF: 45 Watts HIGH UHF: 35 Watts
Access the DIM function by pressing the FUNC key followed by
the DIM key. There are two levels of intensity, bright and dim.
5.6 POWER SWITCH
This applies power to the radio. When the switch is pressed
in, it is powered ON. If the switch is out, then the radio is OFF.
***NOTE***
The LCD may flash once if the power switch is off and power
is applied from an outside source. This is a normal
function, as the unit is running a system check. When the
unit recognizes that the power switch is in the OFF position,
it will turn off automatically.
5.7 UHF BAND SWITCH
Press this key to select the UHF Band as the main
(transmitting) band. The U symbol will appear on the UHF
Band side of the LCD display.
***NOTE***
When the cross band Repeater modification is performed, the
LCD can display 300 and 800Mhz. This is a visual indication
only! The radio will not receive either 300Mhz or 800Mhz.
5.8 VHF BAND SWITCH
Press this key to select the VHF Band as the main
(transmitting) band. The V symbol will appear on the VHF
Band side of the LCD display.
***NOTE***
When the cross band Repeater modification is performed, the
LCD can display airband. This is a visual indication only!
The radio will not receive airband.
5.9 MICROPHONE CONNECTOR
Connect the supplied microphone and screw outer ring of
microphone plug to secure plug to connector on the front panel.
5.10 VHF SQUELCH
Start by turning the knob fully counter clockwise, then
rotate the knob back clockwise until background noise is silent.
5.11 VHF VOLUME CONTROL
Adjusts the VHF audio level. Rotate control clockwise to increase
volume , and counter clockwise to decrease.
5.12 UHF SQUELCH
Start by turning the knob fully counter clockwise, then
rotate the knob back clockwise until background noise is silent.
5.13 UHF VOLUME CONTROL
Adjusts the UHF audio level. Rotate control clockwise to increase
volume , and counter clockwise to decrease.
5.14 FUNC KEY
Controls access to secondary functions. These secondary
functions are those functions printed in green on the
control keys. It is necessary to activate FUNC to access
secondary functions.
5.15 VFO (CH.SP) KEY
VFO stands for variable frequency oscillator. Pressing this
key will return you from other operation modes.
The CH.SP function is used to select desired incremental
changes of receive/transmit frequencies, in steps of 5, 10,
12.5, 15, 20 or 25khz. After channel step is set, the
receive/transmit frequency will increase or decrease by the
value selected when you turn the main tuning dial.
5.16 REV (BELL) KEY
The REV KEY is used during duplex operations. Press the
key to reverse the transmitting frequency and the receiving
frequency. This feature is used for listening to the input
frequency of a repeater.If you hear your contact on the
input, it is possible to transmit in simplex mode.
The BELL activates a tone whenever the squelch is opened.
This tone is used to alert the operator that activity is
currently taking place on the main band. You will hear the
BELL even if the audio volume is
turned all the way down.
5.17 MR (MW) KEY
MR stands for Memory Recall. This is used to display memory
channels.
MW stands for Memory Write. This function is used to write/store
frequencies and features into a memory channel.
5.18 PRI (S.TYP) KEY
The PRI key selects the priority mode, allowing one important
channel to be scanned periodically during various scan modes.
S.TYP means scan type. This function is utilized to select
the desired scan type.
Busy Scan - Stops at busy channel and restarts 2
seconds after carrier drops.
Open Scan (SP) - Stop at an open frequency and hold for
several seconds.
Time Scan (TM) - Stops at a busy frequency and hold for
several seconds.
Time Open Scan (TM SP) - Stops at open frequency, holds for
several seconds and continues
whether the frequency is busy or not.
Program Scan - Start and stop at selected lower and
upper frequencies.
5.19 CANCEL (LOCK) KEY
Voids a mistaken entry and returns the unit to the previously set
frequency and function.
The LOCK disables function and control key.
5.20 SHIFT (ADD) KEY
The SHIFT selects + or - repeater input frequency, or
simplex transmission.
The ADD is used in conjunction with various scan modes.
5.21 SCAN (SKIP) KEY
The SCAN key is used to start and stop the scan mode.
The SKIP key is used to skip select memory channels during a
memory scan.
5.22 ARM (ARMW) KEY
ARM stands for Additional Repeater Memory. ARM is an
additional bank of memory channels that are specifically
designed for storing repeater frequencies, shifts and
offsets. You may view what is stored in ARM by pressing the
ARM key.
ARMW is used to write repeater information into the ARM
memory bank.
5.23 MUTE (ABX) KEY
The MUTE key is used to mute the audio on either VHF or UHF band.
When ABX is utilized, it switches the transmitting band between
VHF and UHF, as a signal is received on either band.
5.24 CALL (CALLW) KEY
The CALL key is used to access a pre-programmed frequency with the
push of one key.
The CALLW key is used to write your call frequency to the CALL
channel.
5.25 TONE (BEEP) KEY
The TONE key is used to activate (encode) and select one of 38
sub-audible tones that are factory programmed in to the radio.
The beep key enables or disables the beep. The beep indicates if a
key has been pressed, or an automatic function has occurred.
6.0 LCD DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS
(1) MAIN BAND
Indicates main (transmitting band.
(2) PRI
Priority function On.
(3) ENC
PL Encoder [CTCSS] tone activated. The PL tone will be transmitted
with the main carrier.
(4) DEC
PL Decoder [CTCSS] tone enabled. Incoming PL tone will be received
and decode functions will be activated.
(5) TM
Time Scan Function On. Scan stops on first busy frequency and
resumes after 5 seconds, even if signal is still present.
(6) SP
Open Channel Scan On. Scan stops at first open frequency
and will remain there until signal is received.
(7) MUTE
Audio is Off on selected band.
(8) REV
Reverse function selected.
(9) A
Automatic Repeater Memory function activated.
(10) M
Memory mode selected.
(11) ADD
Additional Programmed Scan active
(12) FUNC
Function is On. Secondary Green function keys may be activated.
(13) ABX
Automatic Band Exchange function enabled.
(14) DSQ
DTMF Squelch function (DTMF decode) On.
(15) + -
Indicates up or down transmitter offset.
(16) FREQUENCY
Displays selected transmit/receive frequencies, channel
step, and sub-audible encoded tone frequencies.
(17) BUSY
Squelch open, signal being received.
(18) S/RF METER
Indicates relative received signal strength or transmitter
RF output level.
(19) DECIMAL POINT
The decimal point indicates MHz for transmit/receive and
offset frequencies. In addition, kHz for channel step and
Hz for encoded PL [CTCSS] tone frequency.
***NOTE***
In memory mode, the decimal point will flash on and off.
If SKIP channels are programmed, the decimal point will
disappear.
(20) MEMORY CHANNEL
Indicates selected memory channels.
(21) ON AIR
Indicates transmitting.
(22) MID
Middle transmitter output power level selected: 10W/VHF and 8W/UHF.
(23) LOW
Low transmitter output power selected: 5W/VHF and 4W/UHF.
7.0 REAR PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1. VHF 8 Ohm speaker jack: This jack allows you to hear VHF
activity only. The UHF activity will be heard out of the
speaker in the DR-590.
2. UHF 8 Ohm speaker jack: This jack allows you to hear UHF
and VHF activity.
3. VHF 50 Ohm antenna connector, marked VHF on connector barrel.
4. UHF 50 Ohm antenna connector, marked UHF on connector barrel.
5. 13.8 Volt DC power input connector. Connect supplied DC
power cable to this connector. CAUTION: Be sure voltage
polarity is correct before connecting power cable.
Supplied power cable is polarity coded. RED is positive,
BLACK is negative.
8.0 MICROPHONE DESCRIPTIONS
1. UP/DOWN Switches
2. UP/DOWN Switches
Used to step VFO and sub-audible tone frequencies or memory
channel up or down. Frequencies will change continuously when
switch is pressed and held.
3. PTT Switch
Unit transmits when Push To Talk switch is pressed.
4. MIC
Speak into microphone from approximately 2" distance.
5. 16 TONE DTMF PAD (DR-590T Standard/DR-590E Optional)
Each numerical or letter key activates one DTMF tone. Press in
desired order. Microphone emits a low level verification tone
to indicate successful key activation. Transmit DTMF tones by
switching the "Remote/DTMF" key to the DTMF position, press
and hold the PTT and enter the DTMF tones desired from the Touch
Tone Pad on the Mic.
+-------------------------------------------------------+
| DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency Chart |
+-------------------------------------------------------+
| High Tone (Hz)| 1209 | 1336 | 1477 | 1633 |
| Low Tone (Hz) | | | | |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 697 | 1 | 2 | 3 | A |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 770 | 4 | 5 | 6 | B |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 852 | 7 | 8 | 9 | C |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 941 | * | 0 | # | D |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
6. LOCK
Disables all microphone functions except PTT
7. REMOTE/DTMF (DR-590T Standard/DR-590E Optional)
Permits mic touch tone pad input of 16 functions to main unit.
DTFM selects DTMF key pad.
9.0 GETTING STARTED (Receiving)
1. Connect a 13.8 Volt DC Power Supply to the Radio.
2. Connect the antenna(s) to the rear of the radio to the
appropriate antenna connector. Please refer to the MOBILE
ANTENNA INSTALLATION for more information.
3. Adjust the following switches and controls on the front panel
of the radio.
o POWER: OFF
o DC POWER SUPPLY: OFF
o VOLUME CONTROLS: Fully Counter Clockwise
o SQUELCH CONTROLS: Fully Counter Clockwise
4. Locate the POWER switch on the front panel and press it
in. The display should be illuminated and indicate
frequencies and V for VHF. The initial factory delivered settings:
VHF
VFO Frequency: 145.000Mhz DTMF Squelch: None
Memory Channel: 1 Memory Frequency: 145.000 Mhz
Channel Step: 5 khz Scan Type: Busy Scan
Channel Step (590E)12.5 khz ARM Base:
Shift: 0 ARM:
Offset Frequency: 0.6 Mhz DSQ Code: 111
Tone Encoder: None Autodialer: None
Tone Frequency: 88.5 Hz
UHF
VFO Freq. 590T: 445.000Mhz DTMF Squelch: None
VFO Freq. 590E: 435.000Mhz Memory Frequency: 445.000 Mhz
Memory Channel: 15 Memory Freq.(590E):435.000 Mhz
Channel Step: 5 khz Scan Type: Busy Scan
Channel Step(590E):12.5 khz ARM Base:
Shift: 0 ARM:
Offset Frequency: 5 Mhz DSQ Code: 111
Tone Encoder: None Freq.(590E): 7.6 Mhz
Tone Frequency: 88.5 Hz Autodialer: None
5. Adjust the volume controls on each band until a signal
(or noise) is heard.
6. Rotate the Main turning dial, and select an open
frequency on each band. Rotate the squelch controls
clockwise on each band until the noise disappears and the
busy indicator doesn't illuminate. Another way to change
the frequency is to use the UP/DOWN switches on the
microphone.
7. Select the desired band by pressing the VHF BAND UHF
switch on the front panel. A V will be displayed when VHF
is enabled and U will be displayed when UHF is enabled.
***NOTE***
Be sure to power off the radio before
turning off the power supply.
9.1 FREQUENCY STEP
The frequency step function allows the operator to select
the desired channel spacing increment in steps of 5, 10,
12.5, 15, 20 and 25Khz. Here is how to select frequency step.
1. Press the VFO key.
2. Press "FUNC" key.
3. Press CH.SP key. The current channel spacing will appear
in place of the main band frequency.
4. Desired channel spacing increment may be selected by
rotating the main tuning dial in either direction.
Another way would be to use the UP/DOWN switches on the microphone.
5. After a selection is complete, Press any front panel key except
power switch.
9.2 CONFIRMATION TONES
Musical tones will sound whenever control keys are pressed
if the BEEP function is active. Tones will not sound when
the main tuning dial, volume and squelch controls, main
power switch or microphone UP/DOWN switches are activated.
To defeat confirmation tones;
1. Press the FUNC key.
2. Press the BEEP key.
3. To restore tones, repeat steps 1-2.
10.0 TRANSMITTING
1. Make sure that you follow all steps set forth in the
"GETTING READY" section first.
2. Select a frequency, shift direction, shift value, and PL
tone frequency.
3. Check to see if the frequency is in use before transmitting.
4. Select appropriate transmitter output power level by
cycling H/M/L key on the front panel until minimum power
for the intended transmission is indicated on the LCD panel.
5. Press PTT switch and speak into microphone. The ON AIR
indicator will illuminate while transmitting.
6. Release PTT switch, ON AIR light goes out and unit returns to
receive.
11.0 TRANSCEIVER MODES
The DR-590T/E has 4 modes; VFO mode, MEMORY mode, CALL mode
and ARM mode. The DR-590E does not utilize CALL mode.
12.0 VFO MODE (Variable Frequency Oscillator)
Press the VFO key. The transceiver will be in VFO mode. This mode
is used to change frequency and select desired channel step,
offset frequency (up to 10.995 MHz by 5 kHz), tone frequency
(38 frequencies in Hz), etc.
13.0 MEMORY MODE
The following guidelines will help you to program and
manipulate memory channels. To select the memory mode, press
the "MR" key. The most recently used memory channel will display :
o Frequency
o Memory channel number
o Other programmed functions
You can scan the memory channels with the "Scan" key, elect
to skip any memory channel with the (Skip) key, or select
the scan type with the (S.TYP) key (the programming these
functions is detailed further in this manual).
The DR-590T/E has two (02) banks of memory channels:
1ST the main bank of 28 memory channels that are accessed with
the MR(MW) key.
2ND the ARM memory channels. ARM gives you 10 additional memory
channels.
13.1 SCROLL MEMORY
Scrolling the main bank of memory channels up or down can be
done via the front panel or microphone.
FRONT PANEL
1. Press the MR key.
2. Use MHZ up or MHZ down key on front panel.
MICROPHONE
1. Press the VFO key.
2. Enter C02 on the microphone keypad. Now your in memory mode.
3. To increase memory channel number, enter C08, to decrease
enter C09.
13.2 MEMORY WRITE
To write functions to any memory channel, it is necessary to first
set those functions in the VFO mode.
***NOTE***
Several of the memory channels have been reserved for
"Special Functions": (1) Channels 1L, 1U, 2L,& 2U are
reserved for Program Scanning, and (2) Channel A is
reserved for programming the ARM memory channels.
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select the VHF or UHF band.
3. Select the receive frequency.
4. Select the repeater shift - or +, and the required
offset. If required - consult your Repeater Directory.
5. Select the proper PL [CTCSS] sub-audible tone. If
required - consult your Repeater Directory. After selecting
and setting the required functions you can write (store) those
functions to a memory channel in a couple of ways.
A) Main Tuning Dial Method
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select a frequency, shift direction, shift value, and PL
tone frequency.
3. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory
channel number will be displayed on the LCD.
4. Turn the Main Tuning Dial clockwise to choose the desired
memory channel number (clockwise to increase, counter
clockwise to decrease). Select the desired memory channel
number (1 to 28) {1L, 1U, 2L, 2U, and A are special use channels
explained later in this manual}.
5. When you have selected the memory channel you want, push
the (MW) key to write (store) to memory. The LCD will
return to VFO, and selected functions will be stored in the
last displayed memory channel.
You may store VHF or UHF frequencies and functions in any
one of the 28 memory channels. Be advised that there are
only 28 main memory channels, storing a VHF or UHF frequency
in any channel will utilize that channel for that setting
ONLY. You will have to overwrite on that used channel to
utilize it for another band. For example: the factory
setting shows memory channels 1 - 14 on the VHF band side,
and 15 - 28 on the UHF band side. You can store a VHF
frequency and functions in channel 18. That channel will
then be displayed on the VHF band side, and no longer on the
UHF band side. Scrolling through the UHF band side will
display 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28
only. Channel 18 will not display on the UHF band side.
B) MHz Up/Down Method
1. Select the desired VHF or UHF band, as described above.
2. Press MR for memory recall and use the MHz key to select
the desired memory channel. You will only be able to
select those memory channels displayed on the band (VHF
or UHF) you initially selected.
3. Press the VFO key.
4. Select a frequency, shift direction, shift value, and PL
tone frequency.
5. Press "Func" key first, and then the (MW) key. The frequency
and functions chosen will be stored into the previously selected
memory channel.
14.0 CALL MODE
Press the CALL key. The transceiver will be in CALL mode.
The CALL Mode allows a single key to access an immediately
desired programmed frequency.
14.1 CALL WRITE
You can set a desired frequency (and other functions) into
your CALL Memory Channel by performing the following steps.
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select the frequency you want to store as your CALL
frequency, repeater input shift, PL tone, etc.
3. Push the "FUNC" key
4. Push the (CALLW) key to store frequency in to the CALL
Memory channel.
15.0 ARM MODE (AUTOMATIC REPEATER MEMORY)
There are ten ARM memory channels. These channels are used
by ARM exclusively and are separate from the main memory
channels. Frequency storage for ARM can be achieved
automatically or by manual entry. The main purpose of ARM is
to store repeater frequencies automatically.
15.1 AUTOMATIC ENTRY (ARM)
To write repeater frequencies and functions to any ARM
memory channel, it is necessary to first setup storage for
ARM via VFO mode.
1. Select VHF or UHF VFO mode.
2. Select the receive frequency, shift and if required, PL
(CTCSS sub-audible tone).
3. Press the "FUNC" key, and the memory channel number will
be displayed on the display.
4. Turn the Main tuning dial clockwise or counter clockwise
until the "A" memory channel is displayed.
5. Push the MW key.
6. Press the microphone PTT switch. If the DR-590T
transceiver receives an acknowledgement from the
repeater, the frequency and other functions will be
memorized in channel A1.
15.2 AUTOMATIC REPEATER SHIFT (ARM)
Here's an example of how to have your Alinco 590 automatically
shift when you enter in a frequency.
1. Enter into the VHF VFO a known frequency above 147.000 and
include the positive offset!
2. Press the FUNC button.
3. Press the up/down buttons on the mic, or turn main tuning
dial until memory channel A is selected in the display.
4. Press the MW key.
5. Press PTT on the microphone and identify your station as
testing. After you have heard the squelch tail on the
repeater, the frequency you just entered will have been
stored into ARM memory.
6. Enter a frequency below 147.000 and include the negative offset.
7. Press PTT once! This clears the display but doesn't transmit.
The shift limits have now been understood by the DR-590. Select
any frequency further and the shift will automatically be inserted
with the frequency.
***NOTE***
The 10 memory channels in ARM cannot be selected
individually for programming. Each frequency stored will
push the last previously stored frequency into the next ARM
memory and so on and so forth. After all ten memories are
used, the oldest frequency in ARM will be discarded.
15.3 MANUAL ENTRY (ARM)
If the repeater is not equipped to answer your DR-590T/E, it
will be necessary to manually write your entry into the first
available open ARM memory channel.
1. Select VHF or UHF VFO mode.
2. Select the receive frequency, shift, and if required PL
(CTCSS) sub-audible tone.
3. Press the "FUNC" key, and the memory channel number will
be displayed on the display.
4. Turn the Main tuning dial clockwise or counter clockwise
until the "A" memory channel is displayed.
5. Push the MW key.
6. Push "FUNC" key.
7. Push "ARMW" key.
8. If you wish to select another frequency, make sure it is
in the same Mhz range. Selection of a frequency out of
the Mhz range will not be stored.
***NOTE***
The 10 memory channels in ARM cannot be selected
individually for programming. Each frequency stored will
push the last previously stored frequency into the next ARM
memory and so on and so forth. After all ten memories are
used, the oldest frequency in ARM will be discarded. The ARM
is limited to recording within the initial Mhz frequency.
Here is an example: Initial frequency in "A1" is set to
147.015 Mhz, then the upper frequency possible to program
for the ARM bank is 147.995.
15.4 SCROLL ARM MEMORY
To access the ARM bank of memory channels push the ARM key.
The LCD will display "A" and the memory channel number,
indicating that you are in the ARM bank of memory channels.
You can engage the same features in the ARM memory bank as
you can in the main bank of memory channels. You can scan,
skip, set the type of scanning in these memories by engaging
those functions, described later in this manual.
You can scroll the ARM by:
1. Turning the Main Tuning Dial; clockwise to increase, or
counter clockwise to decrease.
2. Pushing the Up/Down keys on the microphone.
3. The MHz Up/Down key on the front panel.
16.0 PRIORITY FUNCTION
This function allows a one second scan of the user-selected
priority frequency and a five second scan of the other
frequencies in the VFO Priority, Memory Priority, and Call
Priority modes.
16.1 VFO PRIORITY
Desired priority frequency stored in any of the main Memory
Channels will be scanned for one second, and the last
selected VFO frequency will be scanned for 5 seconds.
1. Store desired frequency in any memory channel.
2. Select VFO mode and a VFO frequency.
3. Press the "PRI" key. The PRI indicator will appear on
the LCD and VFO Priority scan will begin.
The last selected memory channel will be scanned for one
second, the VFO frequency will be scanned for five seconds.
If the microphone PTT is pressed while on the VFO
frequency, the priority channel will NOT engage until the PTT
is released.
If the microphone PTT is pressed while on the priority
channel (memory channel 1), the Priority function will be
canceled, and the transceiver will remain on memory channel
one. The DR-590T/E will return to the VFO frequency.
16.2 MEMORY PRIORITY
This is the reverse of the VFO Priority mode. The VFO
frequency will be scanned for one second and the memory
channel will be scanned for five seconds.
1. Select VFO and a VFO frequency.
2. Press MR to select memory mode
3. Select a memory channel containing the desired memory
frequency to be scanned.
Any memory channel in the main transmitting band can be
selected for Memory Priority Scan. You are not restricted
to memory channel 1, as in VFO Priority Scan.
4. In the memory mode, press the "PRI" key. PRI indicator
will appear on the LCD and Memory Priority Scan will
begin. The VFO frequency will be scanned for one second
and the selected memory channel will be scanned for five
seconds. If the microphone PTT is pressed while on the
memory channel, the Priority function will stop until the
PTT is released.
16.3 CALL PRIORITY
The VFO frequency is scanned for one second and the
programmed CALL frequency is scanned for five seconds.
1. Push the "CALL" key to access your programmed CALL frequency.
2. Push the "PRI" key, the PRI indicator will display on the
LCD, and the CALL channel will be scanned for five
seconds, and the current VFO frequency will be scanned
for one second.
17.0 SCAN
The DR-590T/E offers various scanning options and 4 scanning
types. These scanning options are:
Band Scan (VFO mode) - scans entire band.
Program Band Scan (VFO mode) - scans programmed lower to
upper frequencies.
Memory Scan - scans memory channels in
selected band.
Memory Channel Skip - permits unwanted memory
channels to be skipped
during memory scan.
ARM Scan - Scanning ARM memory
17.1 BAND SCAN MODE (VFO MODE)
In this scan option all MAIN BAND VFO channels are scanned
by pressing the "SCAN" key. Frequency decimal point will
flash to indicate scanning in progress. In the BAND SCAN
mode no scan type symbol is displayed on the LCD panel. The
scanning direction may be reversed by rotating the Main
Tuning Dial in the direction opposite to the current scan
direction. Pressing the appropriate Up/Down microphone
switch, in Remote mode, also reverses the scan direction.
All 4 scan types can be applied to Band Scan.
17.2 PROGRAM BAND SCAN MODE (VFO MODE)
This scan option allows the scanning of a range of VFO
frequencies between user selected Lower (L) and Upper (U)
band frequencies (the transceiver must be in the VFO mode to
initiate this scanning option). Frequency Lower and Upper
ranges are stored in 1L & 1U respectively for the VHF Band,
and 2L & 2U respectively for the UHF Band.
Storing the Lower and Upper Ranges
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select desired Lower Frequency.
3. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory
channel number will be displayed on the LCD.
4. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial until 1L (for the lower VHF
frequency or 2L for the lower UHF) is displayed.
5. Press the "MW" key to store the selected Lower Frequency to memory.
6. Select desired Upper Frequency.
7. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory
channel number will be displayed on the LCD.
8. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial until 1U (for the upper VHF
frequency or 2U for the upper UHF) is displayed.
9. Select any frequency between the programmed lower and
upper limits.
10. Press the "SCAN" key to start scanning between the
programmed lower and upper limits. Scan direction can be
selected by turning the main tuning dial in the desired
scan direction.
17.3 MEMORY SCAN MODE
This scan option allows the user to scan frequencies that
have been programmed in any (or all) of the memory channels.
Bands may be scanned individually or both bands may be
scanned simultaneously. And the direction of scan (up or down)
can be set by pressing the appropriate MHz Up/Down key
prior to, or during, the scan operation. To store desired
frequencies (or other functions) to memory channels, see the
section of this manual entitled "Memory Write".
17.4 MEMORY CHANNEL SKIP MODE
Memory Channel Skip permits unwanted memory channels to be
skipped during memory scan.
1. Press the "MR" key to select the Memory Recall mode.
2. Press the MHz Up/Down to select the memory channel to skip.
3. Press the "FUNC" key then the (SKIP) key. The decimal
point will disappear and the selected memory channel will
be skipped during Memory Scan.
4. Press the SCAN key. The channels programmed will be
scanned and those programmed with SKIP will be skipped.
5. To cancel Memory Channel Skip, press the "FUNC" key and
then the (SKIP) key. The decimal point will re-appear,
and that memory channel is restored to scan.
17.5 ARM SCAN
To initiate the ARM scan option, push the "ARM" key to
select the ARM mode. Then push the "SCAN" key to start
scanning the ARM memories.
17.6 SCANNING TYPES
Busy Scan {No Display} - Stops at busy frequency or channel
until clear, then resume scan.
Open Scan {SP} - Stops at open frequency or channel.
Time Busy Scan {TM} - Stops at busy frequency or
channel, then resume scan after several
seconds, whether busy or clear.
Time Open Scan {TM SP} - Stops at open frequency or channel,
then resume scan after several seconds.
Engaging Scan Function and Selecting Scan Type:
1. Select mode, VFO, Memory, or ARM. Initial setting (No
Display) indicates that "Busy Scan" is selected.
2. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"SP" displays indicating that
"Open Scan" is selected.
3. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"TM" displays indicating that
"Time Busy Scan" is selected.
4. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"TM SP" displays indicating that
"Time Open Scan" is selected.
5. With the proper scan type selected, press the "SCAN" key to
start scanning. The decimal point indicator will flash while
the DR-590T/E is in the scan mode.
***NOTE***
In any scan mode, you can manually override a "stop"
and resume scanning by rotating the Main Tuning Dial.
6. To stop scanning, push the "SCAN" key once more. The
decimal point indicator will stop flashing, confirming
that the DR-590T/E is no longer in the scan mode.
17.7 SCANNING WITH ADD MODE
The purpose of ADD mode is to allow scanning of the VHF
lower scan limit through through the Upper scan limit and
then switch over to the UHF scan limits and then repeat this
event. In the following example you may use VHF or UHF
frequencies only. You may not use UHF and VHF together in
ADD MODE. Lets give an example to make it clear.
Example:
I want to scan from 145.000 to 145.250 and 147.000 to
147.250. This is possible through the use of ADD mode.
1. Select the VFO for the VHF band.
2. Enter 145.000 into the VFO.
3. Press the "FUNC" key.
4. Rotate the main tuning dial until 1L is shown.
5. Press MW switch.
6. Enter 145.250 into the VFO.
7. Press the "FUNC" key.
8. Rotate the main tuning dial until 1U is shown.
9. Press MW switch.
10. Enter 147.000 into the VFO.
11. Press the "FUNC" key.
12. Rotate the main tuning dial until 2L is shown.
13. Press MW switch.
14. Enter 147.250 into the VFO.
15. Press the "FUNC" key.
16. Rotate the main tuning dial until 2U is shown.
17. Press MW switch.
18. Check right now and make sure that the VFO is somewhere
within the scan range of our example.
19. Press the "FUNC" key.
20. Press ADD key.
21. Press SCAN key.
The display will now scan 145.000 to 145.250 followed by
147.000 to 147.250. Turning the main tuning dial clockwise
will cause scan frequency to increase. Turning the dial
counter clockwise will cause the scan frequency to decrease.
18.0 REPEATER OPERATION
Amateur radio repeaters utilize separate transmitter and
receiver sections. The transmitter frequency may be offset
either above or below the receive frequency according to
repeater coordination conventions.
***NOTE***
Repeater offsets are sometimes referred to as
"splits". To Select Repeater Offset Frequency
and Direction:
18.1 REPEATER SHIFTS/OFFSETS
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Press the SHIFT key.The current offset (usually 0.60) and
the minus sign (-) will appear first on the LCD display
panel, indicating a minus offset of 0.60 MHz (600 kHz).
In this position the desired offset frequency may be
selected by rotating the Main Tuning Dial in either
direction. The DR-590T/E accepts offsets from 0.00 to
10.0 MHz in 5 kHz or 12.5 kHz steps.
3. Press the PTT switch to store the selected offset, the
minus (-) shift and return to the selected repeater frequency.
4) Pressing the SHIFT key again will show the VFO frequency
and the plus (+) offset indicator on the LCD display
panel. Press the microphone PTT switch to store the
frequency and the plus (+) offset.
5) Pressing the SHIFT key again will show the VFO frequency
but neither the minus (-) nor the plus (+) offset
direction indicator. In this mode the transmitter is not
offset from the receiver frequency indicating the simplex
mode. The transmitter will transmit on the frequency to
which the receiver (VFO) is set.
o The "-" display indicates that the transmit frequency
(when the PTT is pushed) will be below the receive
frequency by the kHz or MHz selected.
o The "+" display indicates that the transmit frequency
(when the PTT is pushed) will be above the receive
frequency by the kHz or MHz selected.
18.2 PL ENCODE/DECODE
Tone Encode
1) Push the "Tone" key and the PL (sub-audible) tone
frequency (in kHz) will display on the LCD for the
selected VHF or UHF band.
2) Change to the desired kHz by turning the Main Tuning
Dial (clockwise to increase, or counter clockwise to
decrease). The DR-590T has 38 settings from 67.0 kHz
to 250.3 kHz). ENC will display on the LCD,
indicating that the selected PL Tone will be encoded
(transmitted) with the main carrier frequency.
***NOTE***
The purpose of CTCSS (PL) is to reduce co-channel
interference during band openings. CTCSS (PL)
equipped repeaters will respond only to signals
having the CTCSS tone required for that repeater."
3) To return to VFO, push the VFO key or the PTT.
Tone Decode
With the optional EJ-7U Tone Unit installed, you can set PL
decode by:
1) Push the "Tone" key immediately after setting the tone kHz
(without returning to VFO). DEC will display on the LCD,
indicating that received PL tones will be decoded.
***NOTE***
The purpose of PL decoding is to selectively receive
transmissions. Only those transmissions that have
the appropriate PL sub-audible [CTCSS] tone will be
received by the DR-590T/E.
18.3 REVERSE (REV)
In some areas there may be repeaters operating on repeater
frequency pairs, the exact reverse of another repeater in
the area. That is, the input of one repeater is the output
frequency of the other and vice versa. To avoid the
inconvenience of reprogramming every time both repeaters are
in range, the REV key allows instant reversal of the input
and output frequencies and the offset direction. The REV
function is also useful to check the repeater input to
determine if another station is heard directly so you can go
simplex. To activate the REV function:
1. Press the REV key The repeater input frequency and
opposite SHIFT indicator will appear on the LCD display panel.
2. Press the REV key again to cancel the REV function.
19.0 AUTOPATCH OPERATION
Many repeaters offer a telephone link known as an autopatch.
The DR-590T/E can be utilized in the same manner as a mobile
(or cellular) telephone. The DTMF (Dual Tone Multi
Frequency) key pad on the remote control microphone
(Standard on 590T) is used to send DTMF tones that can
activate autopatches and control other repeater user
functions. The repeater control operator or repeater users
can advise you on how these functions are used.
o Optional Function for the DR-590E (European Version)
19.1 AUTODIALER
This function is used to transmit a memorized DTMF code. A
programmed number may extend up to 18 digits. The DR-590T/E
has four autodialer memory channels accessible to either VHF
or UHF band. There is one memory channel (ARM channel 5)that
is used to receive DTMF codes. This particular channel is
NOT programmable directly from the DR-590T.
o Requires the DTMF Unit (EJ-8U) for T/E versions
Without the use of the EJ-8U, it will appear as if the
unit is performing autodial, in fact it isn't.
o Requires 16 Tone DTMF Microphone T-Standard E-(EMS-3Z)
19.2 AUTODIALER PROGRAMMING
1. Select the VFO for the desired band you wish to use.
2. Enter C13 on the DTMF microphone pad. The display will
show a channel number and a flashing minus (-) sign. If
the channel has already been programmed previously, the
number for that channel will be shown.
3. Select channel by using the Mhz Up/Down key on the front
panel. You may select 1 of 4 autodialer memory channels.
The 5th channel is the DTMF monitor channel (See DTMF
monitor section). You cannot store a DTMF sequence
4. Enter telephone number and any required codes up to a
maximum of 18 digits.
5. Press the VFO or PTT switch on the microphone to store
phone number or DTMF codes.
19.3 AUTODIALER TRANSMITTING
Remember that the optional DTMF Unit (EJ-8U) is required for
Autodialer operation.
1. Select the VFO for the desired band you wish to use.
2. Select the transmitting frequency.
3. Enter C14 on the DTMF microphone pad.
4. Select the desired Autodialer channel by using the Mhz
Up/Down key on the front panel. Only channels with phone
numbers or codes programmed in will be accessible. Empty
autodialer memory channels will not be accessible.
5. Depress the PTT key on the microphone and enter the code
C15. The number programmed will now be sent and heard on
the radio speaker.
6. Another way to send out the tones, Perform steps 1-4.
Press the PTT and press the VHF or UHF button on the front panel.
***NOTE***
The Remote/DTMF switch on the microphone must be in
the "Remote" position, not the DTMF position.
19.4 ERASE AUTODIALER NUMBER
1. Enter C13 on the DTMF pad.
2. Select the appropriate autodialer number. Select channel
by using the Mhz Up/Down key on the front panel.
3. Press the "FUNC" key and then the "SKIP" key.
The autodialer memory channel selected will be erased of
all numbers and codes.
***NOTE***
Channel 5 of the Autodialer cannot be erased
!!!BUG NOTICE!!!
There is an existing bug in the DR-590 when using the
Autodialer with Encode or Decode enabled and using the C15
transmit autodialer command. Some tones will not be sent, yet
some will! It is as follows:
67.0 NO 107.2 NO 167.9 OK
71.9 NO 110.9 NO 173.8 NO
74.4 OK 114.8 NO 179.9 NO
77.0 NO 118.8 NO 186.2 OK
79.7 NO 123.0 NO 192.8 NO
82.5 NO 127.3 NO 203.5 NO
85.4 NO 131.8 OK 210.7 NO
88.5 OK 136.5 NO 218.1 NO
91.5 NO 141.3 NO 225.7 OK
94.8 NO 146.2 NO 233.6 NO
97.4 NO 151.4 NO 241.8 NO
100.0 NO 156.7 NO 250.3 OK
103.5 NO 162.2 OK
The way around this problem is step 6 of 19.3.
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| Code Function Description |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| C00 CANCEL Cancels Function |
| C01 VFO Select VFO Mode |
| C02 MR Select Memory Mode |
| C03 CALL Select CALL Mode |
| C04 ARM Select ARM Mode |
| C05 VHF Select VHF Band |
| C06 UHF Select UHF Band |
| C07 H/M/L Select Power Output |
| C08 MHz UP UP One MHz (or Memory Channel Up|
| In Memory Mode) |
| C09 MHz DOWN Down MHz (or Memory Channel Down|
| In Memory Mode) |
| C10 DSQ Set DSQ Code |
| C11 DSQ Select DSQ Code |
| C12 DSQ Select DSQ Mode |
| C13 DIALER Set Autodialer |
| C14 DIALER Select Autodialer |
| C15 DIALER Transmit Autodialer |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
20.0 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS
You may control your DR-590 by a remote hand held radio with
DTMF capability. In this section we will unfold the various
REMOTE CONTROL features. The Optional DTMF Unit {EJ-8U} is
REQUIRED. The DR-590T/E can be controlled by a DTMF capable
remote transceiver, from any location within
transmit/receive range of the DR-590T/E and remote unit.
Functions such as:
o Cross Band Repeating
o Accessing and Changing Memory Channels
o Selecting Output Power
o Selecting Main Band
o Many other features can be controlled from a
remote unit.
This exciting feature of the DR-590T/E gives the operator
the ability to transmit from a low power Hand Held Unit
through the DR-590T/E (Cross Band Repeat) with 45 Watts
(approx) on VHF or 35 Watts (approx) on UHF.
20.1 CHANGE FREQUENCY REMOTELY
You can only change frequency directly on the sub-band from
the main band
You can change the VHF frequency from UHF or change UHF
frequency from VHF. The flashing DSQ indicator must be
programmed to the main band. If you want to change the VHF
frequency, you can only do that by coming in through the UHF
band side, subsequently the UHF band must have the flashing
DSQ indicator on.
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 590.
2. Press the "A" key on the hand held and notice how the
main band display will go blank. New frequency digits
will appear as they are entered. When the sixth digit is
entered, the original display frequency of the main band
will return, and the new frequency just entered will
appear on the sub-band side.
Change Frequency on VHF via UHF Example:
Lets say that VHF shows 145.000 and I want to change that to 145.225.
1. Select UHF frequency with pre-programmed DSQ code.
2. I will key the PTT button on the hand held and enter my
3 digit access code. Don't release the PTT yet.
3. Press the "A" key on the hand held. The UHF display will go blank.
4. Enter the new VHF frequency "145.225". Notice that it will show up
on the UHF side. When the 6th digit is entered, the original UHF
frequency will display, and the VHF side will now show the new
frequency 145.225.
20.2 CROSS BAND REPEAT REMOTELY
You can place your DR-590 into cross band repeat mode by
using a hand held radio remotely. This is achieved simply by
performing the following.
ENABLE
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 590.
2. Press the "D" key followed by 99. This enables Cross Band repeat.
DISABLE
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 590.
2. Press the "D" key followed by 01. This disables Cross Band repeat.
The DR-590T/E has been designed to operate as a "CLOSED" or
private Cross Band Repeater. This gives the operator, and a
limited group (limited by the operator), access to the DR-590T/E
and its Cross Band Repeater Function. Limited access is a DESIRABLE
feature, insuring that the operation of the DR-590T/E is not
interfered with, either accidently or on purpose. Additionally,
limited access insures that the user will not inadvertently interfere
with specified Band Plans, as established by authorized Frequency
Coordinators.
Therefore, in order to transmit Cross Band on the DR-590T/E
it is necessary to access the DSQ Function (DTMF Squelch
Control) with the 3 digit access code (immediately prior to
every transmission), to open the Squelch and pass the
transmission through.
21.0 DR-590 MICROPHONE CONTROL
There are functions that can be utilized from the 590 mic
or remotely accessed. This section will focus on functions
accessed via the microphone.
21.1 DSQ DESCRIPTION
To operate DSQ, it is required to have the optional DTMF
Unit {EJ-8U} and a 16 Tone DTMF Pad Microphone ({EMS-3Z}
Standard with the US version, Optional with the European version).
The DSQ is divided into two primary functional groups:
1. Code Squelch
2. DSQ Paging
21.2 CODE SQUELCH
Code Squelch allows the squelch to be opened when the
DR-590T/E receives a pre-designated three (03) digit code as
programmed into any of the three group DSQ channels 1-3.
21.3 PROGRAM DSQ CODE
The DSQ is an abbreviated name for DTMF Squelch Control.
This feature is used to DE-Code DTMF tones to open (or keep
closed) the DR-590T/E squelch, and allow for receiving a
transmission. This function is used to control your DR-590
remotely via a hand held radio. After the following steps
are taken, your radio will only accept commands after a
special combination of codes are sent.
1. Select VFO mode, and set desired frequency.
2. Make sure "Lock" switch on Mic is off (Right), and
"Remote/DTMF" switch is in "Remote" position (Left).
3. Enter C10 on the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic. The
frequency indicator on the main band (VHF/UHF) will
blink on and off repeatedly.
4. On the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic enter a channel
selection (one numerical digit 1-4), and an access code
(three numerical digits, any selection from 000 to 999).
Immediately after entering the third digit of your
access code (total of four digits, including the channel
selection) the DR-590T/E will return to VFO mode.
5. Enter C12 on the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic. Flashing
DSQ indicator will appear.
6. Push the PTT key on the Mic, or the "VFO" key on the
front panel. The DSQ indicator will stop flashing.
7. Push the "FUNC" key, and then the MHz Up key on the
front panel. There will be a confirming tone, and the
DSQ will begin flashing (on and off) again.
8. To cancel the Remote Control Function, enter C12 on the
Mic and press the MHz Down key. DSQ indicator will
disappear.
At this point the Remote Control Function is programmed into
the DR-590T/E, and can be controlled from a remote unit. It
is recommended that this programming be stored in every
memory channel that you may want to work remotely. To
maintain Remote Control of the DR-590T/E it is necessary to
have the flashing DSQ displayed on the LCD. If you change
to modes (VFO or Memory), or memory channels that DON'T have
a flashing DSQ programmed YOU WILL LOSE REMOTE CONTROL. The
DTMF 3 digit codes for Remote Controlling are the same as
used when controlling the DR-590T/E from the Touch Tone Pad
on the Mic.
21.4 DSQ PAGING
DSQ Paging has three functions:
1. Group
This allows the user to Page all the members of a pre-
designated group. A group is identified by seven (07)
digits.
GROUP CODE........3 digits
A CODE DELINEAR...1 digit (* on DTMF pad)
SELF STATION CODE 3 digits
When the group pager function is activated,stations with the
same group code can communicate with all members of the
group. The DR-590T has three channels for group codes. This
allows the operator to have access to three different
groups.
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the "*" mark
as a separator between different DSQ channels. The "*" CAN
NOT be used as any digit of a three digit DSQ Code.
2. Individual
This allows the user to Page one pre-designated
individual. An individual is identified by seven (07)
digits.
REMOTE STATION CODE...3 digits
A CODE DELINEAR.......1 digit (* on DTMF pad)
SELF STATION CODE.....3 digits
When the individual pager function is activated, an
individuals with the pre-designated individual code can
communicate with the DR-590T/E operator. The DR-590T/E has
one channel for individual codes.
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the
"*" mark as a separator between different DSQ
channels. The "*" CAN NOT be used as any digit of a
three digit DSQ Code.
3. Private Paging Within A Group
This allows the user to Page one individual within a
pre-designated group. An individual is identified by
six (06) digits.
GROUP CODE.............................3 digits
FIRST DIGIT OF A REMOTE STATION CODE...1 digit
A "*"..................................1 digit
FIRST DIGIT OF THE PRE-DESIGNATED
SELF STATION CODE......................1 digit
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the
"*" mark as a separator between different DSQ
channels. The "*" CAN NOT be used as any digit of a
three digit DSQ Code.
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| Code Function Description |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| C00 CANCEL Cancels Function |
| C01 VFO Select VFO Mode |
| C02 MR Select Memory Mode |
| C03 CALL Select CALL Mode |
| C04 ARM Select ARM Mode |
| C05 VHF Select VHF Band |
| C06 UHF Select UHF Band |
| C07 H/M/L Select Power Output |
| C08 MHz Up One MHz (or Memory Channel Up |
| In Memory Mode) |
| C09 MHz Down MHz (or Memory Channel Down |
| In Memory Mode) |
| C10 DSQ Set DSQ Code |
| C11 DSQ Select DSQ Code |
| C12 DSQ Select DSQ Mode |
| C13 DIALER Set Autodialer |
| C14 DIALER Select Autodialer |
| C15 DIALER Transmit Autodialer |
| D01 REPEATER Turn OFF Cross Band Repeater |
| D99 REPEATER Turn ON Cross Band Repeater |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
21.5 PROGRAM DSQ PAGING
DSQ has five (05) DSQ channels, divided into three specific
operations. Each channel stores three (03) digits.
DTMF Paging
Self Station - DSQ Channel 0
Group Stations - DSQ Channel 1-3
Remote Station - DSQ Channel 4
DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C11" on the microphone and use the MHz Up/Down
key to choose DSQ Channel(1-3)
2. Push PTT to transmit DSQ code. Any (compatible)
transceiver with same 3 digit code programmed will open
squelch, and receive the transmission.
P DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select
P DSQ.
2. Press PTT to set Private Paging.
3. Press PTT to transmit P DSQ codes (3 digits of DSQ
channel 4 [Remote Station Code], "*" sign, and 3 digits
of DSQ channel 0 [Self Station Code]). Any (compatible)
transceiver with same codes programmed will open
squelch, and receive transmission.
G DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select G
DSQ, press PTT to set G DSQ.
2. Enter "C11" and use MHz Up/Down key to select one of the
three different Group Codes (DSQ channels 1-3).
3. Press PTT to transmit G DSQ codes (3 digits of selected
[Group Code] DSQ channel 1-3, "*" sign, and three digits
of DSQ channel 0 [Self Station Code]. Any (compatible)
transceiver with same codes programmed will open
squelch, and receive transmission.
PG DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select PG
DSQ.
2. Press PTT to set PG DSQ.
3. Press PTT to transmit PG DSQ codes (3 digits of selected
[Group Code] DSQ channel 1-3, first digit of DSQ channel
4 [Remote Station Code]., "*" sign, and first digit of
DSQ channel 1 [Self Station Code]. Any (compatible)
transceiver with same codes programmed will open
squelch, and receive transmission.
21.6 SELECTING DSQ MODE
The DSQ mode consists of four features; three paging (Group,
Private, and Individual within a Group) and Code Squelch.
Each feature is displayed on the LCD when selected.
LCD Display DSQ Mode Feature
DSQ: Code Squelch
P DSQ: Private Paging
G DSQ: Group Paging
PG DSQ: Individual within a Group
Paging
Indicator Off: No DSQ Setting
Here is how to make the appropriate selection:
1. Set the "Lock" switch on the Mic to the Unlocked position
right), and the "Remote/DTMF" switch to the remote
position (left).
2. Enter "C12" on the Touch Tone Pad on the Mic. The "DSQ"
indicator will begin to flash confirming the Code Squelch
feature selected.
3. Press the PTT, DSQ stops flashing.
4. While the DSQ indicator is flashing, press the Mhz Up key
to select Paging, Group, or Individual within a Group.
After the proper selection has been made.
5. Press PTT on the microphone. The DSQ indicator will stop
flashing.
***NOTE***
When the proper DSQ mode has been selected, the
DR-590T/E will only receiver transmissions from
another source when the proper DSQ codes are
sent. Those DSQ codes will open the squelch on
the DR-590T/E and allow a received signal to be
monitored.
21.7 OPERATING DSQ PAGING AND SQUELCH
Operating DSQ paging and squelch will allow the originating
DR-590T/E to open the squelch of a remote transceiver
(compatible with the DR-590T/E).
1. Select the DSQ feature desired on the originating DR-
590T/E. DSQ will transmit the 3, 7, or 6 digits of any
selected group code.
2. Every time the PTT is depressed, the appropriate DSQ
codes (as per selected feature) will be transmitted
automatically.
21.8 EXAMPLES OF DSQ TRANSMISSIONS
When DSQ feature is selected, one of the Group Code (DSQ
channels 1-3) will be automatically transmitted. You can
choose which group code (DSQ channel) is transmitted by
entering C11 on the Mic and using the MHz Up/Down key to
select the desired channel. When the PTT is depressed, the
chosen DSQ code will be automatically transmitted. Any
compatible transceiver with the proper programming will open
squelch.
Example:
Operation Channels
-----------------------------------------------------------
Self Station Code, DSQ channel No.0 085 DSQ1
Group Codes, DSQ channel No.'s 1 - 3 147 DSQ1
258 DSQ2
369 DSQ3
Remote Station Code, DSQ channel No. 4 456 DSQ4
P DSQ - Private Paging
When P DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of DSQ
channel 4 (Remote Station Code), the "*" sign, and the three
digits of DSQ channel 0 (Self Station Code), are transmitted
automatically when the PTT is depressed. Any compatible
transceiver with the proper programming will open squelch.
G DSQ - Group Paging
When G DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of the
selected DSQ channel (1-3) (Group Code), the "*" sign, and
the three digits of DSQ 0 (Self Station Code), are
transmitted automatically when the PTT is depressed. Any
compatible transceiver with the proper programming will open
squelch.
PG DSQ - Individual within a Group Paging
When PG DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of the
selected DSQ channel (1-3) (Group Code), the first digit of
DSQ channel 4 (Remote Station Code), the "*" sign, and the
first digit of DSQ channel 0 (Self Station Code). Any
compatible transceiver with the proper programming will open
squelch.
21.9 USING THE WILDCARD
DSQ has reserved the "#" mark as a wildcard. The wildcard
allows for combining of groups. If the first (or first and
second) digit of a several group codes are the same, you can
replace the second and third digits (or just third digit)
with a "#" mark, and thus transmit to all those groups.
Ex: Group Code (DSQ Channels 1-3)
Channel DSQ Code Wildcard
1 123 12#
2 124 12#
3 156 1##
In this example, the user could contact two (or all three)
groups together, not separately as would be the case if "#"
as wildcard was not used.
21.10 CHANGING VFO FREQUENCY
There are two methods of changing the VFO frequency of the
main band (VHF or UHF) directly from the microphone.
Stepping by MHZ
1. Enter the programmed three digit access code.
2. Enter C08 to go up 1 MHz or C09 to go down 1 MHz.
Direct Entry
1. From the VFO mode, enter the new frequency desired. You
must enter all 6 digits of the frequency If Step is set
at 12.5 kHz you will only need to enter 5 digits to
change the VFO frequency.
22.0 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONS
This section will cover all all operations and functions not
previously described.
22.1 SIMULTANEOUS RECEIVING
Among the many useful features of the DR-590T/E is the
ability to receive on both bands at the same time
1. Simply select the desired receiving frequencies on each
band. Ensure that the MUTE function is not active on
either band.
22.2 FULL DUPLEX OPERATION
Among other features of the DR-590T/E is the ability to
operate in the "Full Duplex" mode. Full Duplex is similar
to a telephone, where both parties can speak and listen
simultaneously on two difference channels.
1. Select VFO and set the desired frequency on each band.
Either band may be used to transmit. The selected Main
Band will be the transmitting band. The sub-band will be
the receiving band. In this mode you speak on the Main
Band and listen on the sub-band. Avoid repeater
frequencies. Restrict full duplex operation to
established simplex frequencies only.
22.3 ABX (Automatic Band Exchange)
This function automatically selects whichever band is active
(The presence of a signal) as the Main Band. To select the
ABX Function;
1. Select VFO and set desired frequency.
2. Press FUNC key. The ABX indicator will appear on the LCD
display.
If the microphone PTT switch is pressed while ABX has
switched to the sub band, the ABX function is cancelled and
the sub-band becomes the main band. If a priority function
is active on the sub-band it will be inactive when ABX
switches to the main band. Priority will resume when ABX
returns to the sub-band.
22.4 MUTE
The MUTE function permits temporary silencing of either
band. To select the MUTE Function;
1. Press the MUTE key once for UHF, twice for VHF, three
times for cancelling MUTE.
22.4 LOCK
This function prevents unintended function changes by
locking out all functions except the main Power switch, and
the microphone PTT switch. To select the LOCK Function;
1. Press the "FUNC" key and then the (LOCK) key to enable.
To disable LOCK, follow step 1 again.
22.5 DIM
The DIM function allows selection of two different LCD
display panel brightness levels. To change LCD brightness
level;
1. Press the "FUNC" key, then the (DIM) key. Repeated
pressing of those keys will raise and lower the
brightness level of the LCD.
22.6 CANCEL
Some mistaken operations may be corrected with the CANCEL
Function.
23.0 CROSS BAND
To manually place your DR-590 into Cross Band Repeat mode,
you must modify your radio. These steps are straight
forward, easy to perform, so take your time. We have broken
this procedure into small distinct sub-sections called:
o BEGIN CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
o FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
o RADIO RESETTING
o CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
BEGIN CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
The DR-590T/E is capable of operating as a Cross Band
Repeater. The DR-590T/E will receive a transmission on one
band (VHF or UHF) and re-transmit on the other band.
It is necessary to perform a simple factory authorized
modification (clipping a wire) to open the Cross Band
Repeater function. After performing that modification,
accessing Cross Band Repeater is accomplished through the
front panel, or a remote unit.
1. Remove power source to the radio.
2. Remove four (04) screws holding the front panel to the
unit main body. There are two screws on the right-hand
side and two screws on the left-hand side of the front
panel. The front panel can now be removed from the main
body.
3. To separate the front panel from the main radio chassis,
carefully unplug the cable in back of the front panel.
4. Remove two (02) screws holding the cover plate to the
back of the front panel.
5. Carefully remove the back cover of the front panel, using
a narrow blade, flat tip screw driver. Only slight
pressure is required.
6. Cut or remove the "BLUE WIRE" Loop located on the exposed
PC board. Go to "FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION".
FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
7. Gently refit back cover to the front panel.
8. Insert the two (02) screws and secure.
9. Connect cable from main radio chassis to the front panel.
10. Refit front Panel to Main Body.
11. Attach front panel with four (04) small screws.
12. Go to "RADIO RESETTING".
RADIO RESETTING
1. Press and hold the "FUNC" key. While holding the "FUNC"
key push the "Power" key on the front panel. The LCD
will display 145.00 (VHF) and 445.00 (UHF), and you can
now access Cross Band Repeat.
CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
After performing the modification (described above), and
resetting the radio, Cross Band Repeat can be accessed
directly through the front panel or by remote control.
For remote control, go to this section.
To engage cross band repeater function:
1. Press and hold the "FUNC" key, then press the "VHF" key.
To disengage cross band repeater function:
1. To disengage Cross Band Repeater function, press and hold
the "FUNC" key, then press the UHF key.
24.0 MOBILE ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Connect the antenna for VHF to the VHF terminal located
in the rear of the DR-590. Connect the antenna for UHF to
the UHF terminal located in the rear of the DR-590. When
using a single dual-band antenna, a DUPLEXER is required.
The use of 50 ohm coaxial cable is required for all
antenna installations. Mobile antennas required an
appropriate mounting base for proper installation and
operation. Please refer to the antenna manufacturers
manual for the proper installation and mounting information.
Antenna accessories are NOT available from ALINCO.
