[TenTec] Eagle vs. TS-590S

[G Reichow]

Thanks Rick, this is the kind of information I'm looking for and all the
responses so far have been very helpful. I read this reflector every day
and it always has good info.

Gary - KN0V


On Sun, Jul 6, 2014 at 10:33 AM, Rick - DJ0IP / NJ0IP <Rick at dj0ip.de> wrote:

> The Eagle has a slightly better receiver, especially on the higher bands.
> The ergonomics of the Kenwood are more typical of what most people are
> familiar with.
>
> Unfortunately Omnirig does not support the Eagle so you may find that some
> contest logging packages are not fully compatible with it.  They will
> probably still work in Orion2 mode, but with a couple of bugs.
>
> The 3rd order IMD of the Kenwood is slightly better than the Eagle, but the
> 590 has broadband noise problems.  The Eagle has none.  This makes the
> Eagle
> more suitable for using at multi TX sites.
>
> The 590 'had' a problem with ALC power spikes on TX.  If you buy a new one,
> the problem has been fixed.  If you buy a used one, it probably has this
> problem.  This caused many of the modern linear amplifiers to trigger to
> fault.  This is very annoying, but Kenwood will fix it for free if you are
> the original owner.  Not sure of their policy for used rigs, but I have
> heard it costs $200 for the mod.
>
> Several people who have used both radios, including members of the Ten-Tec
> group(s) preferred the ergonomics of the Kenwood better.
> IMO this only makes a difference when you have several rigs and switch back
> and forth a lot.
> If you only use one rig, you quickly become accustomed to just about
> anything.
>
> Neither rig has band data available on the rear panel for switching
> external
> switches such as antennas or band filters.  If you want that, you have to
> spend a lot more money on the radio.
>
> For running a linear amp in CW, the Kenwood has adjustable TX-delay and
> hang
> time delay, each of the proper lengths (if you set the menu parameters
> correctly).  The Eagle does not.  It is about 5mS too slow on TX-delay and
> has no hang delay at all.  Unless you have a full QSK linear, you will need
> to purchase the model 318 amp keyer - or for about $10 you can build it
> yourself. OR use an external keyer which incorporates adjustable keying
> delays, such as the WinKey - which is probably a good idea anyway if you
> are
> into contesting.
>
> FINALLY:  Ten-Tec owners are nicer people.  If you don't believe that, just
> ask us!  ;-)
>
> For my current needs, the Eagle is the best radio in the world.
> Your mileage may vary.
>
> 73 - Rick, DJ0IP
> (Nr. Frankfurt am Main)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: TenTec [mailto:tentec-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of G Reichow
> Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2014 5:16 PM
> To: tentec at contesting.com
> Subject: [TenTec] Eagle vs. TS-590S
>
> Hello all,
>       I am in the market for a new radio. Originally I was looking at the
> FTDX-1200 and the TS-590S as both of those are within my budget.
> Now, with the mega-sale, the Eagle is within my budget as  well. I was
> leaning toward the 590S due to its receiver. So I guess it comes down to
> the
> 590 or Eagle. My primary interests are dx'ing and contests.
> Constructive input and thoughts are welcome.
>
> Tks - Gary (KN0V)
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