Kenwood HF Transceiver TS-570D (Pre-Owned) Mars Modified
Kenwood TS-570D HF Transceiver — Pre-Owned, MARS Modified
The Kenwood TS-570D is a solid, well-regarded 100-watt HF transceiver that earned a strong reputation for clean audio, reliable DSP filtering, and straightforward operation. This unit has been MARS/CAP modified for extended transmit coverage beyond the standard amateur bands — making it suitable for Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) and Civil Air Patrol (CAP) operations in addition to normal ham use.
Key Features
- Frequency coverage: 0.5–30 MHz receive; 1.8–29.7 MHz transmit (amateur bands), extended TX via MARS mod
- 100 watts output power on HF (160–10 meters)
- Built-in DSP: IF noise reduction, beat cancel, auto-notch, and passband tuning
- All-mode operation: SSB, CW, FSK (RTTY), AM, FM
- Built-in automatic antenna tuner
- 100 memory channels with alphanumeric labeling
- CW keyer with adjustable speed and weight
- speech processor and VOX
- Rear-panel accessory port for TNC/packet/digital mode interfaces
- IF shift and width controls for tight contest and DX filtering
MARS Modification Note
This radio has been modified for extended transmit frequency coverage. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable FCC regulations and operating authority before transmitting outside of licensed amateur frequency allocations. This radio is sold for lawful use only.
Sold As-Is
This is a pre-owned unit sold as-is. It has been inspected and powers on, but is offered without warranty or guarantee of any kind. No returns accepted. Please review all photos carefully and ask any questions before purchasing — all sales are final.