Timewave DSP-59+ User manual

DSP-59+
Audio Noise Reduction Filter
Operating Manual
Manual Version 3.1S
Timewave Technology Inc.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction to the DSP-59+ 2
2. Description of Controls and Connectors 2
3. Specification 5
4. Installation 7
5. Operation 9
6. Troubleshooting 16
7. Warranty 19
8. Electromagnetic Interference 20
9. Schematic Diagram 20
10. Appendix - Connector Requirements24
Copyright 1994, 1995 Timewave Technology Inc.
St. Paul, MN USA
[phone]
Manual Rev. 3.1, 27 June 1995

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1. Introduction to the DSP-59+
The DSP-59+ is an audio noise filter for amateur radio voice, data and CW operation.
The DSP-59+ filters and reduces noise and interference to improve radio reception.
The DSP-59+ uses digital signal processing technology to implement algorithms that
perform four basic functions: 1) Random noise reduction, 2) Adaptive multi-tone notch
filtering (Tone noise reduction), 3) Bandpass/Highpass/Lowpass filtering, and 4) RTTY
remodulation.
Random/Tone Noise Reduction
The noise reduction functions of the DSP-59+ operate by examining a characteristic of
signals and noise called correlation, and dynamically filtering out the undesired signals
and noise. The degree of correlation is relative. Random noise such as white noise or
static is uncorrelated. Speech is moderately correlated. Repetitive noise such as a
heterodyne is highly correlated. The DSP-59+ measures correlation and filters out
signals and noise that are outside its correlation thresholds. The amount of noise
reduction varies according to the correlation characteristics of the noise. Typical noise
reduction ranges from 5 dB to 20 dB for random noise and up to 50 dB for heterodynes.
Highpass/Lowpass Filters
The DSP-59+ has 15 highpass and 15 lowpass filters that are independently selectable
from front panel controls. There are many uses for the 225 combinations of highpass and
lowpass filters that the DSP-59+ offers. In a typical example of a voice mode
application, highpass and lowpass filters can improve a signal with a poor signal-to-noise
ratio. The independent highpass and lowpass filters remove the low and high audio
frequency components that do not contribute significantly to the speech intelligibility,
thus improving signal quality. Another common voice mode example is the
improvement of a SSB signal corrupted by adjacent channel interference (QRM). The
steep skirts of the highpass and lowpass filters allow the high side and low side
interference to be eliminated independently with minimal impact on the desired signal.
Although the DSP-59+ has bandpass filters for CW and the most common data modes,
the 225 selectable highpass and lowpass filter combinations also allow precise filtering
for modes such as wideshift RTTY. The DSP-59+ highpass filter adjustment range is
from 200 to 1600 Hz. and the lowpass range is from 1700 to 3400 Hz.
Bandpass Filters
The DSP-59+ has 316 bandpass filters that are used in data and CW modes. Narrow
band signals like CW and RTTY require bandpass filters with steep skirts and linear
phase response. Linear phase response maximizes the usable signaling rate for a given
bandwidth and minimizes ringing often heard on extremely sharp filters. The DSP-59+
has 195 CW filters with skirts so steep that a signal literally falls off the edge of the
passband as you tune through a CW signal. Bandwidths for these filters range from 25
Hz. to 600 Hz., and center frequencies from 400 to 1000 Hz. The narrow filters are
useful for trying to dig out extremely weak signals from the noise and QRM. The wider
filters allow easy tuning and listening to multiple CW signals simultaneously. Three

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optional CW center frequencies may be internally programmed for older Collins KWM-2
and S-Line equipment.
The DSP-59+ also has 12 RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR and HF packet bandpass
filters centered at 2210 Hz. One of five optional center frequencies may be internally
programmed for other common operating modes such as European standards or 1600-
1800 Hz. HF packet. The selectable bandwidths of the bandpass filters provide optimum
filtering for 170 Hz. and 200 Hz. shift data signals of various baud rates.
The DSP-59+ has individual linear phase fixed bandpass filters with steep skirts for
SSTV, WEFAX and CLOVER. Since the bandwidths for these modes are fixed, the
filters are primarily QRM filters for adjacent channel signals rather than noise reduction
filters for eliminating random noise. The SSTV filter is a dual passband filter with one
passband centered around the SSTV sync pulse at 1200 Hz, and the other passband
around the varying FM picture tones from 1500-2300 Hz.. WEFAX is similar to SSTV
but has no separate sync pulse so the filter bandpass covers 1500-2300 Hz. The
CLOVER filter has a 500 Hz. bandwidth with a center frequency of 2250 Hz.
RTTY Remodulator
The DSP-59+ has a special data function for RTTY only. After passing through the
optimized RTTY bandpass filter, a precision DSP-based FSK detector in the DSP-59+
demodulates the noisy incoming RTTY tones and uses the recovered digital data to drive a
precision DSP-based AFSK generator. This remodulation process takes place entirely in
the DSP-59+. The precise clean tones from the RTTY AFSK remodulator can feed any
analog multimode controller or TU via the DSP-59+ line audio output. Many analog
RTTY demodulators have difficulty with noisy signals of varying amplitude, but virtually
all of them can adequately demodulate the precise DSP AFSK generator output. The
Tone (or Marker on some units) push-button selects either the remodulator with RTTY
filters or the RTTY filters only.
Automatic Gain Control
The DSP-59+ has switch-selectable automatic gain control to optimize the signal levels
for best filter performance and to enhance listening by minimizing audible signal level
variation.
Test Mode
The DSP-59+ has two test modes: a self-test to verify proper operation of the DSP-59+
circuitry, and a audio signal generator mode to test other equipment. The self-test mode
checks the internal digital and analog circuitry, push-button switches, LED indicators and
connectors. The self-test mode not only verifies the operation of the DSP-59+, but also
aids in verifying the proper installation of the DSP-59+. The audio signal generator
mode produces low-distortion, precision frequency sine wave test signals at the
frequency of each highpass and lowpass filter. Also, the Tone or Marker mode produces
low-distortion, precision frequency sine wave signals at the center frequency of each
bandpass filter. The test signals include single sine waves, two-tone signals for SSB
testing, and mark-space tones for modem testing. These precision tones may be used for
calibration and/or trouble shooting of other equipment the user may own.

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2. Quick Description of Controls and Connectors
(See Section 5, Operation for complete details)
Front Panel
1. Overload LED
Red LED indicates too high signal level into DSP-59+.
2. Normal
Yellow LED indicates normal signal level into DSP-59+.
3. Headphone Jack
Stereo headphone jack for 1/8” stereo plug only.
4. Bypass Switch
Press in to Bypass DSP filtering.
5. AGC switch
Press in to activate AGC.
6. HP/LP / BP
Push-button out - Highpass/Lowpass for Voice mode. HP/LP uses blue letters.
Push-button in - Bandpass for Data and CW modes. BP uses red letters.
7. Nrt / Tone Switch
Push-button in - Heterodyne elimination for Voice (HP/LP) mode. HP/LP uses blue
letters.
Push-button in - Marker Tone for CW and Data (BP) modes. Also selects RTTY
Remodulator. BP uses red letters.
8. NRr
Push-button in - random noise on for Voice (HP/LP) mode. HP/LP uses blue letters.
Push-button in - random noise on for CW (BP) mode. BP uses red letters.
9. High Pass / Center Freq Control
Selects the high pass filter in the Voice (HP/LP) mode - use blue letters.
Selects the bandpass filter center frequency for CW and Data modes - use red letters.
10. Low Pass / Bandwidth Control
Selects the low pass filter in the Voice (HP/LP) mode - use blue letters.
Selects the bandpass filter bandwidth for CW and Data modes (BP) - use red letters.
11. Gain / Power On/Off
Turns power on and off, and volume control for speaker output.
Back Panel
12. Power In
12-16 Volts D.C. Use 5.5 mm/2.1 mm matching plug. Center positive.
13. PTTI
Switch to ground to mute speaker output in Voice mode, and to electronically
bypass DSP-59+ in CW and Data modes for sidetone monitoring.
14. Audio Input
Audio input from radio speaker output.
15. Line Output
Line level output to multimode data controller. Gain control doesn’t vary this output.
16. Speaker Output
4-8 ohm speaker output.

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3. Specifications
AUDIO INPUT
Impedance 2 K ohms or 22 ohms, jumper selectable
AUDIO OUTPUT
Speaker output power 1.6 watts into 8 ohms at 13.8 VDC
2.5 watts into 4 ohms at 13.8 VDC
Line output -6 dB, referenced to input level, into 10K ohms. Not controlled by gain control
Distortion less than 1% at rated output
NOISE REDUCTION FILTERS Frequency range Attenuation Type Delay
Random Noise Reduction entire freq. range of Up to 20 dB, varies with Adaptive 5 msec max
selected bandpass filter noise characteristics.
Noise reduction aggressiveness
jumper programmable.
Tone Noise Reduction entire freq. range of Up to 50 dB, varies with Adaptive 5 msec max
(multiple automatic notch) selected bandpass filter noise characteristics
Note: The random noise reduction and bandpass filters can operate simultaneously.
The random noise reduction, tone notch and highpass/lowpass filters can operate simultaneously.
CW FILTERS CW filters Bandwidth = 25 Hz to 600 Hz, 60 dB at 50 Hz FIR Linear 30 msec max
15 steps. outside the passband phase
Center freq. = 400 to 1000 Hz.,
50 Hz. steps,
Optional Collins Bandwidth = 25 Hz to 600 Hz, 55 dB at 75 Hz FIR Linear 18 msec max
KWM-2 center freq. = 1350, 1500 or 1750 Hz. outside the passband phase
& S-Line filters
CW Marker Tone Sine wave at center freq. of selected CW filter.
Sine wave distortion less than 1%.
DATA FILTERS
RTTY, Bandwidth = 100 Hz to 600 Hz, 40 dB at 60 Hz FIR Linear 18 msec max
AMTOR, 12 steps. outside the passband phase
PACTOR, Center freq. = 2210 Hz. plus option
G-TOR, of 1700(default), 1360, 1300, 1530 or
& HF Packet 2125 Hz.
SSTV 1100-1300 Hz & 1500-2300 Hz. 50 dB at 75 Hz Composite 18 msec max
outside the passband FIR
Linear phase
WEFAX 1500-2300 Hz. 55 dB at 75 Hz FIR 18 msec max
outside the passband Linear phase
CLOVER 2000-2500 Hz. 55 dB at 75 Hz FIR Linear 18 msec max
outside the passband phase
Note: RTTY, AMTOR and PACTOR (100-350 Hz.) filters have a notch at the center frequency.
FSK Marker Tone Sine waves at mark-space freq. of selected data filter (170 or 200 Hz. shift).
Sine wave distortion less than 1%.

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VOICE FILTERS
Highpass Corner freq. = 200 to 1600 Hz., 60 dB at 180 hz. FIR Linear 18 msec max
100 Hz. steps. outside the passband phase for any
combination of
highpass & lowpass
Lowpass Corner Freq. = 1700 to 3400 Hz., 60 dB. at 180 Hz. FIR Linear
AGC Voice mode 36 dB
CW and Data Modes 18 dB
SIGNAL PROCESSING
A-D/D-A Converter 16 bit linear, sigma-delta conversion
Signal Processor 16 bit, 77ns Analog Devices ADSP-2105
TEST MODE
Self-test Self-test for circuitry, switches, and PTT input. User initiated from front panel.
Test tones Single or two-tone. Sine wave at the center freq. of each highpass and lowpass filter.
Sine wave distortion less than 1%.
DIMENSIONS
Size 7.6 in. wide x 8.5 in. deep x 1.9 in. high (193 mm wide x 216 mm deep x 48 mm high)
Weight 2.0 lb. (0.9 Kg.)
POWER 12-16 VDC @ 1A
Note: RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR and HF Packet data filter bandwidths are
specified at -3 dB points to comply with traditional data filter specification methods. All
other filter bandwidths are specified to comply with conventional DSP FIR filter
parametric descriptions.

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4. Installation
To install a DSP-59+ in a station, the operator must provide power to the DSP-59+ and make
audio input and output connections to the DSP-59+. A typical DSP-59+ installation is shown
below in Figure 3.1.
Receiver/Transceiver
Speaker Output
Station Power Supply
13.8 Vdc 12-16 Vdc
Audio
Input
DSP-59+ Speaker
Speaker
Output
Multimode
Line
Output Controller
PTT InputPTT Output
Figure 3.1
Power Supply
The DSP-59+ requires a power source of 12 to 16 Volts dc. at 1.0 Amperes. The center pin of
the power connector is POSITIVE (+), the DSP-59+ chassis is negative. The correct power
plug size is 5.5 mm o.d. and 2.1 mm i.d.
Acceptable power sources include:
•13.8 volt dc. transceiver power supply (recommended power source for the DSP-59+
because it is better regulated than most plug-in wall outlet supplies). Note that some
transceivers with internal power supplies have accessory power jacks with insufficient
current output to drive the DSP-59+. Do not use these internal supplies!
•Radio Shack 273-1653 12 V.d.c. @ 1 Ampere plug-in wall supply. Use green tip with center +.
(Switching power supplies are generally noisy and not recommended, unless they are
specifically designed to drive amateur radio equipment.)
Connecting Cables
Shielded coaxial cables with RCA phono connectors should be used to minimize the possibility
of RF interference to the DSP-59+. Timewave recommends coaxial video cables with metal
adapters to match the connectors on transceivers and speakers. The center pin on the DSP-59+
audio input connector must not be connected to the transceiver speaker ground. Check
the connections carefully - this is one of the most common problems in DSP-59+
installations!

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Audio Input
The audio input of the DSP-59+ is an RCA phono connector on the rear panel of the DSP-59+.
Matching the output level of the radio to the input level of the DSP-59+ is necessary to take
maximum advantage of the wide dynamic range of the DSP-59+. The best way to make these
levels match is to use an adjustable audio output of the radio (typically the speaker output) as the
input to the DSP-59+. After connecting the DSP-59+ to the radio, follow this simple procedure
to match the audio levels. First, tune the radio to a strong signal after setting the radio output
level gain control to a convenient midrange position. Then, adjust the output level control on the
radio so the Overload red indicator LED on the front panel of the DSP-59+ rarely flashes and
the Normal yellow indicator LED always flashes with the normal audio input levels. Proper
adjustment ensures optimum signal-to-noise ratio and minimum distortion. Adjust the radio
output level only to maintain the proper input level to the DSP-59+. Use only the Gain control
on the DSP-59+ to control the listening volume.
The factory default input impedance of the DSP-59+ is 22 ohms. This impedance is appropriate
for most radios when driven by the speaker output of the radio. The DSP-59+ can be configured
for a high input impedance by removing a shorting jumper (position 1). This jumper is accessed
by removing the back bezel and the back panel of the DSP-59+.
Audio Output
The DSP-59+ has three audio outputs:
1) On the lower left hand corner of the DSP-59+ front panel is a 3.5 mm headphone jack
connected for stereo headphones. Use of mono headphones requires a monaural-to-stereo
adapter. Direct connection of mono headphones will short the DSP-59+ audio power amplifier
and may damage the DSP-59+. The DSP-59+ speaker output is muted when a headphone plug
is inserted. Headphone sensitivity may vary substantially among different types. If your
headphones seem too sensitive, a useful accessory is an adjustable inline attenuator (Radio Shack
P/N 42-2459).
2) The Speaker Output RCA phono jack on the rear panel of the DSP-59+ provides adequate
output to drive a 4 or 8 ohm speaker. The front panel gain control adjusts the audio level from
this output. The maximum output power is approximately 2.5 watts into a 4 ohm speaker, or 1.6
watts into an 8 ohm speaker.
3) The Line Output RCA phono jack on the rear panel of the DSP-59+ provides adequate output
power to drive a 600 ohm or greater load. The front panel gain control does not adjust the
audio level from this output. The output level is 6 dB below the audio input level to the DSP-
59+ when driving a 10 kohm or greater load. When the DSP-59+ power is switched off, the
Line Output is attenuated 6 dB (this keeps the TNC level constant whether the DSP-59+ is on or
off.) in level if it is driven from a low impedance source such as a receiver speaker output.
PTTI Input
The Push-To-Talk Input electronically bypasses the DSP-59+ in the CW and data modes, and
mutes the DSP-59+ in the voice mode. Use the PTTI bypass in the CW mode to hear a fixed
frequency sidetone which may be different from the frequency of the selected CW bandpass
filter.

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Use the PTTI bypass in the voice mode to prevent unwanted transmit audio from the transceiver
from causing audible interference. Many transceivers do not mute their audio outputs
completely during transmit. The 36 dB extra gain from the DSP-59+ with the AGC on makes
the incompletely muted transmit audio audible and may even cause oscillation by acoustic
feedback from the speaker to the microphone.
A contact closure operates the PTTI circuit. No external power is required. The return (shield)
side of the PTTI jack is connected to the DSP-59+ circuit and chassis ground.
Some linear amplifiers have 115 volt supplies for their transmit-receive relays. If a transceiver
PTT line is used to drive both the DSP-59+ and an linear amplifier, an isolation relay
and/or isolation diode may be required to prevent damage to the DSP-59+ (and any other
solid state equipment connected to the PTT line).
5. Operation
Introduction
Three knobs and five push-button switches on the front panel control the DSP-59+. Eight
internal jumpers located on the circuit board near the back panel preset options for some of the
front panel controls. One knob controls power and sets the speaker and headphone audio output
level of the DSP-59+. The other two knobs select the filter and test generator frequencies of the
DSP-59+, and control random noise reduction aggressiveness. The push-buttons select the
operating modes of the DSP-59+. Note that depressing a push-button always selects the mode
indicated below the push-button. Also note that if the Bypass push-button is depressed, other
controls will have no effect on the operation of the DSP-59+.
Power Switch/Gain Adjust Control
The gain knob on the front panel of the DSP-59+ is the power switch/gain adjust control. Rotate
the gain control clockwise to turn on the DSP-59+ and increase the volume. Rotate the gain
control counter-clockwise to turn off the DSP-59+ and decrease the volume. Turning off or
removing power from the DSP-59+ automatically de-energizes a bypass relay and forces the
DSP-59+ into the bypass mode.
5.1 Voice and Wideband Data - Highpass/Lowpass
In HP/LP mode, the DSP-59+ conditions the audio response of the DSP-59+ using a
combination of highpass filters and lowpass filters, adaptively reduces random noise, and
adaptively eliminates multi-tone noise (heterodynes). These three functions can operate
simultaneously or independently as outlined below.
To activate the highpass/lowpass filter mode, place the red HP/LP push-button in the out
position. Turn the High Pass control to the desired frequency indicated by the blue numbers
around the High Pass control. Turn the Low Pass control to the desired frequency indicated by
the blue numbers around the Low Pass control. These two settings customize the frequency
response of the DSP-59+.

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Noise Reduction and Heterodyne Elimination
To activate heterodyne/tone elimination and random noise reduction, depress the push-buttons
marked "NRt" and "NRr", respectively. Tone elimination , random noise reduction and
highpass/lowpass filtering can operate simultaneously or independently. Just depress the desired
combinations of push-buttons. One highpass/lowpass filter combination is always active in the
highpass/lowpass mode, so set the filters for the widest bandwidth for the best frequency
response.
To activate Variable Noise Reduction (VNR), depress the “NRr” button if the DSP-59+ isn’t
already in the random noise reduction mode. Then turn the High Pass control straight down to
the 6 o’clock position so that a tone is audible. Then turn the Low Pass control to adjust the
amount of random noise reduction. The High Pass filter setting is fixed at 300 Hz in the VNR
mode. The Low Pass filter frequency remains at its last setting before entering the VNR mode.
The DSP-59+ will stay in the VNR mode until the High Pass control is moved from the 6
o’clock position. When High Pass control is moved to turn off the VNR mode, the noise
reduction aggressiveness will remain at its last setting until it is changed or the DSP-59+ is
turned off.
Voice Bypass Mode
Depressing the Bypass push-button places the DSP-59+ into a bypass mode. In this mode, a
relay connects the audio input jack of the DSP-59+ directly to the speaker and headphone output
jacks. The relay also connects the audio input jack of the DSP-59+ to the line output jack via a 6
dB attenuator. The Bypass mode has precedence over the voice mode. When the DSP-59+ is in
bypass, the settings of the gain control and the parameter select push buttons do not affect the
signal. Turning off or removing power from the DSP-59+ automatically de-energizes the relay
and forces the DSP-59+ into the bypass mode.
SSB Operating Hint
Set the Highpass Filter to 300 Hz. and the Lowpass filter to 2.7 kHz. for normal sideband
operation. Adjust the Highpass filter up to 500 or 600 Hz. to eliminate heavy QRM, if
necessary. Adjust the Lowpass filter down to 1.9 kHz. to eliminate heavy QRM. Of course you
may set them anywhere you wish, but remember that extremely narrow bandwidths will affect
intelligibility, so keep the bandwidths wide, if possible.

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Wideband Data Operating Hint
The DSP-59+ can simulate almost any filter necessary for wideband signals such as wide shift
RTTY. If you know the upper and lower audio frequency limits of the signal you are using,
simply set the Highpass and Lowpass filters to pass those frequencies. The linear phase response
and steep skirts of DSP-59+ will help reject QRM and improve S/N ratio. If you don't know the
frequency limits, tune in a strong signal with the Highpass and Lowpass filters set to 300 Hz.
and 2.7 kHz., and then tighten up the filters until the copy from the signal begins to degrade.
Then back off the filters one step or until the copy is acceptable. Note these highpass and
lowpass settings and use them when you operate that mode. You will have optimum QRM
rejection and the best signal-to-noise ratio.
5.2 CW Bandpass
In the CW Bandpass mode, the DSP-59+ tailors the audio input using one of 195 bandpass
filters, and will also adaptively reduce random noise. These two functions can operate
simultaneously or independently. The DSP-59+ also provides a marker tone at the center
frequency of the selected CW bandpass filter.
To activate the bandpass filter mode, depress the red BP push-button. Turn the Center
Frequency control to the desired frequency indicated by the red numbers around the Center
Frequency control. Turn the Bandwidth control to the desired bandwidth indicated by the red
numbers around the Bandwidth control. One bandpass filter is always active in BP mode.
To activate random noise reduction, depress the push-button marked "NRr". Random noise
reduction and bandpass filtering can operate simultaneously or independently. Just depress the
desired combinations of push-buttons.
CW Operating Hint
The extremely narrow linear phase filters in the DSP-59+ will allow you to copy very weak and
closely spaced CW signals. Use 25, 50, 75, and 100 Hz. bandwidths, but tune very slowly.
Since many radios are difficult to tune slowly, use the bandpass center frequency control to help
pick out the weak and closely spaced signals. If you are not interested in working very weak
signals, tune with the bandwidth set at 150 to 600 Hz. and decrease it if you need to eliminate
QRM. Use the 25 Hz. bandwidth if you are trying to copy a very slow CW signal (10 words per
minute or less). EME (Moonbounce) is a typical application for the 25 Hz. filter. Random noise
reduction (NRr) is especially helpful when listening to CW in the 400-600 Hz. bandwidth.
Use the NRr and AGC combination to boost the level of very weak CW signals when your
receiver is at maximum gain. Some CW signals seem to magically pop out of the noise.
CW Marker Tone
To activate the marker tone for CW, depress the Tone (or Marker on some units) push-button.
The DSP-59+ generates an audio tone at the center frequency of the selected bandpass filter for
all filters from 400 Hz. through 1000 Hz. and for the optional Collins CW filters.

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CW Bypass Mode
Depressing the Bypass push-button places the DSP-59+ into a bypass mode. In this mode, a
relay connects the audio input jack of the DSP-59+ directly to the speaker and headphone output
jacks. The relay also connects the audio input jack of the DSP-59+ to the line output jack via a 6
dB attenuator. The Bypass mode has precedence over the CW modes. When the DSP-59+ is in
bypass, the settings of the gain control and the parameter select push buttons do not affect the
signal. Turning off or removing power from the DSP-59+ automatically de-energizes the relay
and forces the DSP-59+ into the bypass mode.
5.3 Data Bandpass
RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR, HF Packet, WEFAX, SSTV, CLOVER.
In the data bandpass mode, the DSP-59+ tailors the audio input using one of 76 bandpass filters.
The filters include a standard 2210 Hz. center frequency data bandpass filter set for RTTY,
AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR and HF Packet, an optional data bandpass filter set for other center
frequencies (preset by four internal jumpers), and 3 fixed bandpass filters for SSTV, WEFAX
and CLOVER. The DSP-59+ also provides marker tones at the mark-space frequencies of the
selected bandpass filter for data frequencies.
To activate the data bandpass filter mode, depress the red BP push-button. Turn the Center
Freq control to the desired frequency indicated by the red numbers around the Center Freq
control. Turn the Bandwidth control to the desired bandwidth indicated by the red numbers
around the Bandwidth control. One bandpass filter is always active in BP mode.
The random noise reduction mode was not designed to aid data signals, but DSP-59+ users have
found it helpful under some conditions. Generally, do not use the NRr mode with the BP mode
for data. If noise conditions are severe, and you have tried all other filter combinations, then try
the NRr and BP mode simultaneously. To activate random noise reduction, depress the push-
button marked "NRr".
Data Operating Hint - FSK Primer
RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR and HF Packet all use Frequency Shift Keying (FSK).
FSK is also called AFSK Audio Frequency Shift Keying when frequency shifted audio tones are
used to modulate a transmitter. There are three important parameters used to describe an FSK or
AFSK signal - the frequency shift, the center frequency, and the keying or baud rate. The
combination of frequency shift and baud rate determine the spectrum of the FSK signal. The
goal of a filter is to reject everything in the spectrum except the desired signal while minimizing
the degradation of the desired signal.
Frequency shift
The frequency shift is specified in one of two ways. The most common specification in amateur
radio is total shift or the difference between the low (Mark) and high (Space) tones. In the
technical literature, the shift from a center frequency is more commonly specified. For example,
a 170 Hz. shift RTTY signal is the same as a +/- 85 Hz. shift. Note the frequency shift remains
the same whether it is shifting an RF signal or an audio frequency signal. Fortunately, in
amateur radio, there are only two common frequency shifts - 170 Hz. and 200 Hz. 170 Hz. is
the standard RTTY frequency, while 200 Hz. is the standard for AMTOR, PACTOR and G-

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TOR. Unfortunately, some data converters use 200 Hz. shift for RTTY, which adds to the
problem of optimally filtering data signals.
Center Frequency
The center frequency of a FSK signal is independent of the frequency shift or the baud rate. In
the audio spectrum, either before an AFSK signal modulates a RF signal or after the RF FSK
signal is demodulated, there are several common center frequencies. In the North America,
2210 Hz. is the standard center frequency for RTTY, PACTOR, AMTOR and G-TOR, while
both 1700 Hz. and 2210 Hz. share the standard for HF packet. In Europe and some other parts
of the world, lower center frequencies of 1300, 1360 and 1530 Hz. are more common.
Baud Rate
Baud rates vary from 45.5 baud for RTTY to 300 baud for HF packet.
For a more complete discussion of data modes, see the latest edition of the ARRL Handbook.
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RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR, HF Packet
Normal operation for RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR and G-TOR uses a 2210 Hz. center frequency
filter (marked 2.21k in red letters by the Center Freq control). Use the Bandwidth control to
select the appropriate bandwidth for each mode (RTTY - 250 Hz., AMTOR - 350 Hz., PACTOR
- 450 Hz., G-TOR - 550 Hz., HF Packet - 550 Hz.).
The Option position of the Center Freq control selects a bandpass filter center frequency which
has been preset by the internal Back Panel Jumpers. There are five optional data center
frequencies - 1700 Hz. (factory setting), 1300 Hz., 1360 Hz., 1530 Hz., and 2125 Hz. There is
only one Option position on the Center Freq control, so only one preset filter is available from
the entire option set (data and CW filters).
RTTY Remodulator
To select the RTTY remodulator, first chose a RTTY filter by setting the Center Freq control
to 2.21k (red letters) or Option (red letters) to select a RTTY filter center frequency and setting
the Bandwidth control to 250 Hz.. Then, depress the Tone (or Marker in some units) push-
button to enable the remodulator. To switch the remodulator off, release the Tone push-button.
The selected filter will remain on. The remodulator mode is easily recognized by a lack of any
receiver background noise - only the pure audio RTTY tones are audible when the remodulator
is on and a RTTY signal is present. The DSP-59+ mutes the audio output when it doesn’t detect
a RTTY signal. Normally 250 Hz. is the recommended bandwidth for RTTY; however, other
bandwidths from 200 Hz. to 350 Hz. may improve copy under some band conditions.
HF Packet
HF packet signals are usually centered at 1700 Hz. or 2210 Hz., depending upon the modem
manufacturer. The frequency shift is 200 Hz. in both cases. If you are using 2210 center
frequency (2110-2310 Hz. mark-space frequencies), select 2.21k (red letters - Center Freq
control) and 550 (red letters - Bandwidth control). If you are using 1700 Hz. center frequency
(1600-1800 Hz. mark-space frequencies), select the DSP-59+ Option filter (red letters -Center
Freq control) of 1700 Hz. (factory setting) and 550 (red letters - Bandwidth control).

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The mark-space frequencies of the modem, receiver and DSP-59+ must match.
Default mark-space frequency shifts and center frequencies vary among modem and radio
manufacturers, and in different parts of the world. Some modems have default HF Packet
mark-space center frequencies different from their RTTY, AMTOR, and PACTOR mark-
space center frequencies. The DSP-59+ standard mark-space center frequency is 2210 Hz.
for RTTY, AMTOR, and PACTOR data modes (use the 2.21k (red letters) position of the
Center Freq. control). The DSP-59+ Option mark-space center frequency factory setting is
1700 Hz. for HF Packet mode. Use the Option (red letters) position of the Center Freq.
control. The mark-space center frequencies of the modem, receiver and DSP-59+ must
match. Some modems and radios have programmable mark-space frequencies. If your
modem and radio default to different mark-space center frequencies, you must change the
modem or radio mark-space center frequencies to match the DSP-59+ or change the DSP-
59+ mark-space center frequencies to match the modem and radio mark-space center
frequencies. See your radio or modem instruction manual, and the DSP-59+ Back Panel
Jumper table on page 16 of this manual.
Note that some receivers do not have specific provisions to use their narrow (200 - 600 Hz
wide) filters for data. Operate these radios in their SSB voice filter bandwidth. Other
receivers may have fixed or variable mark-space frequencies - check your operating
instructions carefully!
The Kantronics KAM+ usually has the HF Packet mark-space center frequency set to 1700
Hz. (1600-1800 Hz. mark-space frequencies). See the KAM+ manual for the procedure to
change the KAM+ mark-space center frequency setting via software.
See the Back Panel Jumper Function Table on page 16 for DSP-59+ filters and settings.
Jumpers 7 and 8 set the mark-space center frequencies.
Data Operating Hint
Choosing the correct bandwidth for the baud rate and shift of a data signal is critical to reject
QRM while minimizing the bit error rate from noise. If there is no QRM, wide bandwidths may
be acceptable on a strong signal, but could cause increased bit errors on a weak signal. Use the
following settings for the best trade-off between bit error rate and QRM rejection.
Mode Shift Speed DSP-59+
Bandwidth
RTTY 170 Hz. 45.5 baud 250 Hz.
AMTOR 200 Hz. 100 baud 350 Hz.
PACTOR 200 Hz. 100/200 baud 450 Hz.
G-TOR 200 Hz. 100/200/300 baud 550 Hz.
HF Packet 200 Hz. 300 baud 550 Hz.

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Data Marker Tones
To generate a pair of marker tones for data, set the Center Freq control to 2.21k or Option
(red lettering). Set Bandwidth control to 100-150 for 170 Hz. shift or 400-600 for 200 Hz.
shift. Depress the Tone (or Marker) push-button to generate two continuous tones at the mark-
space frequencies center around the selected center frequency. The two pairs of frequencies are
the filter center frequency +/- 85 Hz. (170 Hz. shift) or the filter center frequency +/- 100 Hz.
(200 Hz. shift).
CLOVER, SSTV, and WEFAX
These three modes use individual fixed bandpass filters specifically designed for the each mode.
Select the desired filter using the Bandwidth control when the Center Frequency control is set
to 2.21k or Option (red letters) in the BP mode. Set the Bandwidth control to 25 for
CLOVER, 50 for SSTV, and 75 for WEFAX. (The 25, 50 and 75 Hz. bandwidth filters cannot
be used for RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, G-TOR, or HF packet, so that use of these 25, 50 and
75 switch positions does not interfere with those modes.)
Depressing the Tone (or Marker) push-button mutes the CLOVER, SSTV, and WEFAX filters.
Releasing the Tone push-button immediately restores the CLOVER, SSTV, and WEFAX filters
to normal operation.
Data Bypass Mode
Depressing the Bypass push-button places the DSP-59+ into a bypass mode. In the data mode,
the bypass mode routes the signal through an allpass DSP filter which has precisely the same
delay as the normal narrow band filter. When switching from data mode to bypass mode, this
prevents a time discontinuity which can cause an AMTOR or PACTOR link to lose
synchronization. The bypass mode has precedence over the Data mode. When the DSP-59+ is
in bypass, the settings of the parameter select push buttons do not affect the signal.
Turning off or removing power from the DSP-59+ automatically de-energizes the bypass relay
and forces the DSP-59+ into the relay bypass mode. In this mode, a relay connects the audio
input jack of the DSP-59+ directly to the speaker and headphone output jacks. The relay also
connects the audio input jack of the DSP-59+ to the line output jack via a 6 dB attenuator.
Back Panel Jumper Access
Several options on the DSP-59+ may be preset by internal jumpers located behind the back
panel. Remove the back bezel and the back panel to reach the internal jumpers. Do not remove
the front metal panel or the circuit board from the DSP-59+.

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Back Panel Jumper Table
Internal Jumper (JH1)
Function 12345678 Setting
Audio Input Resistance on xxxxxxx 22ohms
Audio Input Resistance off xxxxxxx 2kohms
Voice Noise Reduction
Aggressiveness (NRr) xononxxxxx Least Aggressive
Voice Noise Reduction
Aggressiveness (NRr) xoffonxxxxx Less Aggressive
Voice Noise Reduction
Aggressiveness (NRr) xonoffxxxxx Normal
Voice Noise Reduction
Aggressiveness (NRr) xoffoffxxxxx Most Aggressive
reserved x x x on xxxx
reserved x x x off xxxx
Option 1 xxxxonononon1700 Hz. Center Freq.
Data
Option 2 xxxxoffononon1360 Hz. Center Freq.
Data
Option 3 xxxxonoffonon1300 Hz. Center Freq.
Data
Option 4 xxxxoffoffonon1530 Hz. Center Freq.
Data
Option 5 xxxxononoffon2125 Hz. Center Freq.
Data
Option 6 xxxxoffonoffon 1350 Hz.
CW - Collins
Option 7 xxxxonoffoffon 1500 Hz.
CW - Collins
Option 8 xxxxoffoffoffon 1750 Hz.
CW - Collins
Option 9 xxxxonononoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 10 xxxxoffononoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 11 xxxxonoffonoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 12 xxxxoffoffonoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 13 xxxxononoffoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 14 xxxxoffonoffoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 15 xxxxonoffoffoff 300 - 2700 Hz.
Marker = 1.0 kHz.
Option 16 xxxxoffoffoffoff Reserved
Note: 1. "x" indicates the jumper does not affect the function or setting on its row.
2. BOLD type indicates default factory setting.

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6. Troubleshooting
SELF-TEST
The DSP-59+ has a complete self-test feature that verifies proper hardware and firmware
operation. The test has three different parts:
1. Push-To-Talk (PTT) input test.
2. Audio circuitry test
3. Front panel switch test
PTT Input Test
1. Connect the DSP-59+ power input jack to a 12-16 VDC @ 1 Amp. power supply.
2. Connect a normally open switch to the PTT input jack.
3. Place all the front panel push-button switches in the out position and rotate both rotary
switches to the six o'clock position. Turn on the power with the power/Gain switch.
4. The “normal” and “overload” lights will flash on and off alternately.
5. Momentarily close the PTT switch. Both the “normal” and “overload” lights will stay on
while the switch is pressed. The “normal” and “overload” lights will flash on and off
alternately when the PTT switch is released.
6. The PTT test is complete.
Audio Circuitry Test
1. Temporarily remove the internal jumper in position 1. This removes the 22 ohm load
resistor from the DSP-59+ input. (Remove the back bezel and the back panel to reach the
internal jumpers (located behind the back panel). Do not remove the front metal panel or
the circuit board from the DSP-59+.)
2. Connect a RCA phono plug to RCA phono plug jumper cable from the audio input jack to
line output jack.
3. Connect the DSP-59+ power input jack to a 12-16 VDC @ 1 Amp. power supply.
4. Connect a 4 - 8 ohm speaker to the speaker output jack. Alternatively, connect mono
headphones to the front panel headphone jack.
5. Place all the front panel push-button switches in the out position and rotate both rotary
switches to the six o'clock position. Turn on the power with the power/Gain switch.
6. The “normal” and “overload” lights will flash on and off alternately until a switch position
is changed.
7. Depress any push-button. The DSP-59+ will produce a 500 Hz. tone.
8. Depress a second push-button. The tone will change to 2000 Hz.
9. If the audio circuitry is operating correctly, the “normal” LED will be on and the
“Overload” LED will be off for the duration of both the 500 Hz. tone and the 2000 Hz.
tone.
10. The audio circuitry test is complete. Replace the back panel internal jumper in position 1
if it was removed in step 1.
Front Panel Switch Test

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1. Connect the DSP-59+ power input jack to a 12-16 VDC @ 1 Amp. power supply.
2. Connect a 4 - 8 ohm speaker to the speaker output jack. Alternatively, connect stereo
headphones to the front panel headphone jack.
3. Place all the front panel push-button switches in the out position and rotate both rotary
switches to the six o'clock position. Turn on the power with the power/Gain switch.
4. The normal overload lights will flash on and off alternately.
5. Depress the by-pass push-button. The DSP-59+ will produce a 500 Hz. tone.
6. Depress the AGC push-button. The tone will change to 2000 Hz.
7. Release the AGC pushbutton. The tone will change back to 500 Hz. The tone will change
to 2000 Hz. when any other push-button is depressed. Repeat this test until all the buttons
have been tested.
8. The front panel switch test is complete.
Self Test End
To end the self test , turn the power off with the volume control, rotate the rotary switches from
the six o’clock position, and turn the power back to normal operating mode.
Common Problems and Solutions.
"Normal" LED does not flash on audio peaks.
1. Check power connection to DSP-59+.
2. Increase audio input level with receiver audio output level control until the "Normal" LED
flashes.
3. Bypass the DSP-59+ by turning it off. Verify the audio level out of the radio by listening
to the speaker. If nothing is heard, plug a set of stereo headphones into the front panel
headphone jack. If no audio is heard in the headphones or speaker, check audio input
connections from the receiver’s external speaker output to the DSP-59+. Make sure the
cable polarity is correct. See the audio input installation section.
"Overload" LED flashes on audio peaks.
1. Check power connection to DSP-59+.
2. Reduce audio input level with receiver’s audio output volume control, audio levels into the
DSP-59+ are very important for distortion-free reception.
No audio output
1. Check power connection to DSP-59+.
2. Increase audio input level with receiver audio output level control until the "Normal" LED
flashes.
3. Turn the DSP-59+’s front panel audio level control clockwise.
4. Bypass the DSP-59+ by turning it off. Verify the audio level out of the radio by listening
to the speaker. If nothing is heard, plug a set of stereo headphones into the front panel
headphone jack. If audio is heard in the headphones, check the speaker connections. If no
audio is heard in the headphones or speaker, check audio input connections to the DSP-59+
from the receiver.
5. Check audio output device (speaker or headphones).

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If the DSP-59+ does not seem to work correctly after carefully following the installation,
operation and troubleshooting instructions in this manual, call, write or FAX the Timewave
Customer Service Department for additional help.
Timewave Technology Inc.
2401 Pilot Knob Road
St. Paul, MN 55120
U.S.A., North America
Phone [phone]
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