TS-Control for Kenwood
TS-890 remote Control
Only for Mac
$89.99
Master your Kenwood TS-890 transceiver from anywhere! Explore advanced SDR features and digital modes directly on your Mac
TS-Control for Kenwood is an innovative Software Defined Radio (SDR) client designed specifically for macOS users, allowing comprehensive control and operation of an TS-890 Transceiver. Developed to maximize the capabilities of the TS-890, this app is your gateway to operating your transceiver seamlessly, both locally and remotely via the internet.
KEY FEATURES
■ Full Control Anywhere: Operate your TS-890 transceiver locally at home or from anywhere in the world with an internet connection without additional hard- or software.
■ Integrated Digital Modes: Use built-in tools for FT8, FT4, FT2, PSK, CW, and RTTY, Weather FAX and SSTV (NEW!) without the need for external software.
■ Logging: Maintain a comprehensive logbook with automatic logging, ADIF import/export, and seamless log submissions via LOTW and QRZ.com.
■ Dual VFO and Waterfalls: Manage dual VFO settings and view real-time dual waterfall displays for detailed frequency insights (dependent on transceiver capabilities).
■ DX-Cluster and Alerts: Stay updated with DX-Cluster integration and personalized alerts for desired callsigns, DXCCs, States or others.
■ Visual and Interactive Features: View radio spots in the waterfall display, check band limits, and see callsigns on a map complete with directional data.
■ CW Operation: Offers unique CW capabilities not supported by Kenwood, including remote CW transmission via keyboard or a hardware paddle connected to your Mac’s USB port.
■ Enhanced Compatibility: Native support for both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 14 (Sonoma) or newer.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- A Kenwood TS-890
- No USB cable needed or supported
- A Mac which runs at least Mac OS 14 (Sonoma)
LEARN MORE:
Discover all features here: https://ham-radio-apps.com
Access the full Manual: https://go-to.me/ts-control-manual
Note: TS-Control for Kenwood is independently developed and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenwood Corporation.
more I enjoy using this app with my TS-890, and knowing that I can use it in conjunction with my mac from anywhere. I find the app makes the radio simple to operate, keeps controls away that you don’t need, and the ones you do work as advertised. Having the ability to use one app to control your radio, log QSOs, work any number of digital modes with out all the fuss of worrying about cables here, wires there is how operating in the 21st century should be. If you have a TS-890, and you are looking for a way to use the radio with your Mac, and iPad, this is an excellent app, clean, organized, stable, and works well.
I enjoy using this app with my TS-890, and knowing that I can use it in conjunction with my mac from anywhere. I find the app makes the radio simple to operate, keeps controls away that you don’t need, and the ones you do work as advertised. Having the ability to use one app to control your radio, log QSOs, work any number of digital modes with out all the fuss of worrying about cables here, wires there is how operating in the 21st century should be. If you have a TS-890, and you are looking for a way to use the radio with your Mac, and iPad, this is an excellent app, clean, organized, stable, and works well.
This software works great with the TS-890S. I’ve used Marcus’ software for other rigs, and they all are superb. I did find this one for the Kenwood rig a little harder to setup then the others, but Marcus was kind enough to point me to the right places in his manual to find what I needed to troubleshoot initial problems. He even answered quickly over the Christmas-New Years break period when he was officially “on Holiday.” I highly recommend all of his rig-control software.
This software works great with the TS-890S. I’ve used Marcus’ software for other rigs, and they all are superb. I did find this one for the Kenwood rig a little harder to setup then the others, but Marcus was kind enough to point me to the right places in his manual to find what I needed to troubleshoot initial problems. He even answered quickly over the Christmas-New Years break period when he was officially “on Holiday.” I highly recommend all of his rig-control software.
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Several changes, necessary for macOS 27
◉ Fixed some remaining Dark Mode issues
◉ A new Speech tool was added. Speak across languages on the air: incoming voice is transcribed and optionally translated on your Mac, and your typed reply is translated (optionally) and sent as speech. (macOS 26 required)
◉ Along with this new Speech tool, the possibility for sending Text Macros has been introduced. You can type your Macro Text, even use variables and the text gets spoken over the air
◉ Improved MIDI and Bluetooth Controller support
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
2.2 Sep 30
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ This is a small maintenance update with some bug fixes and general improvements under the hood.
◉ The app manual has been updated as well.
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.158 Sep 19
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ An AUTO button was added in JS8 to switch the automatic replies on or off without opening Settings.
◉ JS8 can now answer a heard heartbeat with a signal report, once per station every 30 minutes.
◉ A new JS8 idle timeout switches the automatic replies and heartbeat off after a set time — one hour by default.
◉ Further FT8-Improved improvements were implemented.
◉ The Manual has been updated.
◉ Some macOS 27 refinements.
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes.
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.157 Sep 15
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ This update introduces JS8 / JS8Call
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.155 Sep 10
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Further FT8-Improved improvements based on your feedback
◉ Added a Terminal mode for APRS. You can now connect to BBSes or start a keyboard-to-keyboard session with another ham radio operator.
◉ APRS can now auto-repeat position and status reports.
◉ The APRS RX button now indicates a transmission, providing clearer feedback.
◉ Additional APRS improvements and refinements.
◉ The “Available Radios” screen now remembers the last connection so you can just hit the Connect button in case you like to connect with the same Radio
◉ Additional changes in preparation for an upcoming macOS release.
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.152 Sep 8
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Added a Terminal mode for APRS. You can now connect to BBSes or start a keyboard-to-keyboard session with another ham radio operator.
◉ APRS can now auto-repeat position and status reports.
◉ The APRS RX button now indicates a transmission, providing clearer feedback.
◉ Additional APRS improvements and refinements.
◉ The “Available Radios” screen now remembers the last connection so you can just hit the Connect button in case you like to connect with the same Radio
◉ Additional changes in preparation for an upcoming macOS release.
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.151 Sep 4
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ A Manual chapter for FT8 Improved was finally added
◉ For FT8-Improved, now we always respond to .RRR with 73
◉ For FT8-Improved, you can now easily recall stations calling you while you were in a QSO with another station by using the Stations list (see the new manual for details)
◉ Some additional FT8-Improved improvements were implemented. Thanks for your feedback!
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.147 Aug 31
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ The DX-Cluster list can now be sorted
◉ Fixed an issue for DX-Cluster when using wrong server parameters
◉ Fixed some Dark Mode issues in FT8-Improved
◉ Countries will now also be listed in the TX section of FT8-Improved
◉ Some additional FT8-Improved improvements were implemented. Thanks for your feedback!
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.144 Aug 20
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ The DX-Cluster list can now be sorted
◉ Fixed an issue for DX-Cluster when using wrong server parameters
◉ Fixed some Dark Mode issues in FT8-Improved
◉ Countries will now also be listed in the TX section of FT8-Improved
◉ Some additional FT8-Improved improvements were implemented. Thanks for your feedback!
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.142 Aug 18
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Fixed a problem in FT8-Improved of occasional noise getting transmitted
◉ For FT8-Improved a new Setting was introduced to enable responding with a 73 after receiving RR73
◉ For FT8-Improved, QSOs are no longer logged twice after receiving an extra RR73
◉ Several additional FT8-Improved improvements were implemented. Thanks for your feedback!
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.140 Aug 11
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Improved Maps
And FT8-IMPROVED — a brand-new FT8 implementation
A ground-up rewrite of FT8, introducing new ways to operate.
What's new:
◉ Phased decoding with faster, more reliable decodes across the period
◉ Supporting FT2
◉ Auto Answer alongside to Auto CQ. You can now answer CQ calling stations automatically
◉ Station List. See every decoded station at a glance, on a map or as a list, and pick who to work directly from there
◉ Highlights what's worth chasing: stations not in your log, a new grid, DXCC, state, and CQ/ITU zone
◉ Turns the decode screen into your operating cockpit
◉ Improved filters. Refined and more flexible
PLEASE NOTE:
◉ FT8-Improved is still under active development
◉ Not yet covered in the manual
◉ Feedback is very welcome
◉ Once stable, this will replace the current FT8 module
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.139 Aug 3
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Added support for the HaliKey MIDI Keyer USB Controller
◉ Added an additional Azimuth Offset Setting the for Metropwr RT1 Rotator Controller
◉ A warning will now be displayed when the Low Data Mode is enabled
◉ An issue in the POTA Tool when showing a map was fixed
◉ Added Frequencies for 2200m, 630m and 23cm to the WSPR Tool
◉ Improved logbook iCloud handling in case of poor internet access
◉ Logbook export will now also export even wrong or incomplete QSOs
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.132 Jul 9
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Fixed an issue when using the Call lookup from inside certain tools
◉ Fixed an issue when changing the width of the main window
◉ For the low-latency Common-Radio™ Audio driver there is now a separate Intel Installer so that the Installer won’t require Rosetta for a Silicon Mac installation
◉ Implemented some logbook and FT8 improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.130 Jun 13
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ For the Tune Stack, clicking Clear will now regard Favorite entries. Double clicking/tapping clear will clear all entries
◉ The Call Lookup window is now sizeable
◉ CW Macros are now sent independently of CW Live mode again and any text previously entered in the CWX panel.
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.126 May 8
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Some WSPR decoding fixes and improvements
◉ Some CW improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.124 Apr 25
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Some FT8 improvements
◉ Some WSPR improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.121 Apr 20
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ New low-latency Common-Radio™ Audio driver for use with WSJT-X, Fldigi, VARA, FreeDV and other external applications — eliminates the need for a separate loopback driver
◉ A latency issue with the Voice Keyer was fixed
◉ Some fixes for WSJT-X UDP message submission to GridTracker 2
◉ Multiple CAT Commands entered for the Command Bar can now be separated by a | character which will also add a small delay between commands. CAT Commands still need a ; at the end of each command.
◉ Some visual CommandBar improvements
◉ Some changes were necessary due to API changes of the DARC WaveLog
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.114 Apr 9
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ A new Tool to maintain, import and export Memories has been added
◉ A new APRS Mode Tool has been added which supports 300 and 1200 Baud
◉ Some improvements of the WSPR Tool
◉ Some HamLib/RigCtrl improvements
◉ For metroPWR, Waveshare and Green Heron it is now possible to toggle the Enabled state by hitting the enabled column in the list
◉ A new Setting TX Off Delay was introduced
◉ Accessibility improvements for the PTT button indicating the TX on or off state
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.109 Mar 24
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ A new WSPR Tool was added (macOS 26 required)
◉ The FT8 tool can now handle compound messages used in Contests or by DX-Peditions
◉ Added Custom ADIF Fields for Class and ARRL_SECT
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.105 Jan 31
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Added support for the Green Heron RT-21 Rotator controller
◉ Added the possibility to temporary TX with a given power level by right clicking / long pressing the Tune button e.g. when using external Tuners or PAs
◉ Further improved Rotator support for the MetroPWR RT1
◉ When looking up calls, rotators can be moved to the location of the call (Long or Short Path)
◉ On maps, rotators can be moved to spots on the map
◉ Fixed an issue when canceling submissions of CW Macros
◉ Added the possibility to select memories via MIDI / Keyboard shortcut command
◉ Sending CW Macros will no longer focus to the CW Decoder entry field
◉ Added support for changing the unselected VFO (VFO B) frequency via MIDI
◉ Added a Lock button to prevent accidental VFO or settings changes
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.99 Jan 15
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ A new Tool Waveshare has beed added — Waveshare devices can now send remote CAT commands to tuners, amplifiers, or antenna controllers such as UltraBeam or StepIR. A relay device can also be used to remotely switch or power devices, including your radio
◉ Fixed several Dark Mode display issues
◉ Some Logbook improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.92 11/08/2025
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Some additional accessibility improvements for Justin
◉ A few issues caused by macOS 26 were addressed
◉ A new Tool Metropwr has been added for Power Meter and Rotator Control (see the App manual for details)
◉ For SSTV it is now possible to add a Watermark Text to the Image
◉ A new RIT / XIT panel with wheel has been introduced and some RIT / XIT issues have been fixed
◉ A new Tune Stack Panel has been introduced which records the last frequency changes per VFO. To recall previous frequencies use Option-Command Up and Down keys
◉ Some Logbook improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.87 10/04/2025
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ A few issues caused by macOS 26 were addressed
◉ A new Tool Metropwr has been added for Power Meter and Rotator Control (see the App manual for details)
◉ For SSTV it is now possible to add a Watermark Text to the Image
◉ A new RIT / XIT panel with wheel has been introduced and some RIT / XIT issues have been fixed
◉ A new Tune Stack Panel has been introduced which records the last frequency changes per VFO. To recall previous frequencies use Option-Command Up and Down keys
◉ Fixed an issue when setting the Speech Processor Output level
◉ Some Logbook improvements
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.86 10/03/2025
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Added Foot Switch and USB Keyer settings to the Setting screen
◉ This update concentrates mainly on SSTV
◉ Added support for SSTV transmission. You can now transmit and receive picture over the air
◉ Automatic slant correction is faster and more accurate
◉ Manual image adjustment tools offer finer control
◉ Added FSK ID transmit and receive support
◉ Integrated QSO logging
◉ Progress bar shows real-time TX and RX status
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.78 07/29/2025
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ This update adds an SSTV tool for receiving and displaying images from Slow-Scan TV (SSTV) signals. The ability to transmit SSTV is planned for a future update.
◉ Implemented some additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
1.75 07/21/2025
This update contains the following changes and improvements:
◉ Several changes, necessary for macOS 27
◉ Fixed some remaining Dark Mode issues
◉ A new Speech tool was added. Speak across languages on the air: incoming voice is transcribed and optionally translated on your Mac, and your typed reply is translated (optionally) and sent as speech. (macOS 26 required)
◉ Along with this new Speech tool, the possibility for sending Text Macros has been introduced. You can type your Macro Text, even use variables and the text gets spoken over the air
◉ Improved MIDI and Bluetooth Controller support
◉ Implemented several additional improvements and optimizations behind the scenes
Kindly use the ‘CONTACT SUPPORT’ feature under the Help menu of the app in case of questions or issues. I will ensure it is promptly answered or resolved.
Your continued support and valuable feedback play a crucial role in further improving this app.
73s,
Marcus, DL8MRE
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