Kenwood TK-90


Key Features:

  • HF Transceiver for Long-Range Business Operations
  • HF Frequency Coverage to 30 MHz
  • 100 Watt RF Output
  • Mobile/Base Station Operation
  • Data Port for External accessories
  • Internal Port for (optional) GPS Unit
  • Emergency Mode
  • 300 Memory Channels plus VFO Mode

     

    PMR General Features:

    Scan Yes
    Character Display (Alphanumeric) Yes
    Programmable Function Keys 6 Programmable Function Keys
    Wired Cloning Function Yes
    Flash Memory Yes
    Emergency Call Function Yes
    Internal Option Boards Yes
    Compact Design Yes
    Power-On Message Yes
    Kenwood ESN (Electronic Serial Number) Yes
    Adjustable LCD Backlighting Yes
    Switchable Display Backlighting Yes
    VOX Yes
    Data Mode Operation Yes
    Enhanced Kenwood Audio Yes
    Transceiver Password Yes
    Ignition Sense Input and Cable Option Yes

     

    PMR Construction Features:

    Compact Design Yes
    Front Mounted Speaker Yes
    Ease Of Operating Use Yes

     

    Options:

    Voice Guide & Storage Yes
    Remote Control Head Yes
    Internal Scrambler Board Yes

     

    Base Station & Repeater Features:

    Base Station Features Yes
    Time-Out Timer Yes
    Sel-Call and Status Call Yes
    Direct Channel Entry Yes
    Pre-Amp and Attenuator Functions Yes
    Noise Blanker Yes
    VFO Mode Yes
    TCXO Built-In Yes
    Direct Frequency Entry (with KMC-32 or KMC-36 optional microphones).
    PC Controllable (Requires KCT-31 Option).
    PC Programmable and Self-Programmable Yes
    Flash ROM for Future Upgrades Yes

     

    Technical Specifications:

    Number of Channels 300
    Operating Voltage 13.8 V DC ± 15% Negative Ground
    Operating Temperature Range -20 °C to + 60 °C
    Antenna Impedance - 50 Ohm Yes
    Frequency Stability ± 0.5 ppm (-10 °C to + 50 °C)
    Current drain TX: 20.5 A
    Stand-by: 1.2 A
    Operating Modes J3E, J2B, A1A, A3E, F1B
    Dimensions (WxHxD) Radio only:
    179 x 60 x 276 mm
    Remote Panel:
    179 x 60 x 58 mm
    - Projections not included -
    Weight (net) 3.5 kg

     

    Receiver Specifications:

    Sensitivity SSB/CW/FSK:
    4 µV (0.5 - 1.8 MHz)
    0.25 µV (1.8 - 30.0 MHz)

    AM:
    32 µV (0.5 - 1.8 MHz)
    2.5 µV (1.8 - 30.0 MHz)
    Adjacent Channel Selectivity SSB/CW/FSK:
    2.2 kHz (-6 dB)
    4.8 kHz (-60 dB)

    With KIF-2:
    2.7 kHz (-6 dB)
    6.2 kHz (-60 dB)

    AM:
    5.0 kHz (-6 dB)
    40.0 kHz (-60 dB)
    Spurious Reponse Rejection 80 dB
    Audio Output 3.5 W with less than 10% distortion.
    Frequency Coverage 500 kHz to 30 MHz within specification
    Circuitry - Double Conversion Superheterodyne Yes
    Clarifier Range ± 400 Hz

     

    Transmitter Specifications:

    RF Power Output SSB/CW/FSK:
    100 W/50 W/25 W/5 W
    AM:
    25 W/5 W
    Spurious Response (EIA) -46 dB
    Microphone Impedance 600 Ohm
    Frequency Coverage TX:
    1.8 - 2.4 MHz
    3.5 - 4.5 MHz
    6.0 - 8.0 MHz
    11.0 - 14.5 MHz
    16.0 - 21.5 MHz
    24.0 - 30.0 MHz

    RX:
    0.5 - 30.0 MHz
    Carrier Suppression 40 dB
    Sideband Suppression More than 50 dB at 1.0 kHz

     

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