AC/DC INPUT, PROFESSIONAL BALANCE CHARGER DISCHARGER MULTICHARGER INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: THE CHARGING AND DISCHARGING OF RC HOBBY BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW 1 THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Table of Contents Introduction Introduction.................................................................................................. 3 Congratulations on your choice of the RDX1 charger from Hitec RCD, USA. The RDX1 is a high-performance, microprocessor-controlled charger/discharger with battery management capabilities that are suitable for use with most popular battery types.
Warnings and Safety Notes Warning: Be sure to read this section for your own safety. Warning Tip Caution: Be sure to read this section to prevent accidents and damage to your charger. Tip: This section will help you maximize the performance of your charger.
Warnings and Safety Notes Warnings and Safety Notes Standard Battery Parameters LiPo 3.7V/cell LiPo HV 3.8V/cell LiIon 3.6V/cell LiFe 3.3V/cell NiCd 1.2V/cell NiMH 1.2V/cell Pb 2.0V/cell Max. Charge Voltage 4.2V/cell 4.35V/cell 4.1V/cell 3.6V/cell 1.5V/cell 1.5V/cell 2.46V/cell Storage Voltage 3.8V/cell 3.85V/cell 3.7V/cell 3.3V/cell n/a n/a n/a ≤ 1C ≤ 1C ≤ 1C ≤ 4C ≤ 1-2C ≤ 1-2C ≤ .04C Nominal Voltage Allowable Fast Charge Min. Discharge Voltage Warning 3.0-3.3V/cell 3.
Charger Layout Charger Layout DC Input (11-18V) 1 Balance Port 2 3.2” SCREEN Temperature Sensor Port USB 5V/2.1A 3 4 5 1. Hitec RDX1 Charger 4. 18AWG Wire Charging Cable 2. AC Cord 5. XH Balance Board 3. XT60 Charge Connector Input Buttons Batt. Type/Stop Button Stop the progress of the current action or cycle back to the previous step/screen. 8 AC Input (100-240V) 4MM Battery Sockets USB LINK Specifications DEC. Button Scroll through available menus or decrease parameter values.
Features Optimized Operating Software The RDX1 “auto” feature sets the charge and discharge current for you automatically, preventing overcharging which can damage your battery. In the event of an error, the RDX1 instantly disconnects the circuit and sounds an alarm. This feature can be set by the user and controlled through the two-way link for maximum safety. Program Select The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for your convenience.
Charger Connections Getting Started Charger Connections Initial Setup of the Charger 1.) Connecting to a power source The Hitec RDX1 features a built-in switching power supply. You can connect the AC power cord directly to an AC socket (100-240V AC) or use an 11-18V DC power source (such as an automotive battery or 12 Volt power supply). 2.) Connecting the battery NOTE: Before connecting any battery, it is absolutely essential to check one last time that the parameters were set correctly.
Available Operations (continued) Battery Type Operation Operation Description CHARGE The charger will charge NiMH and NiCd batteries using the charge current set by the user. AUTO CHG NiMH NiCd Operating the Charger In this program, the charger detects the condition of the connected battery and automatically charges the battery. Note: You should set the upper limit of the charge current to avoid damage by excessive charging current.
Operating the Charger (continued) C. Current (Charge Current) The charger supports a maximum 6.0A charge current, but a current suitable for your battery should be set. It is inappropriate to set a high charge current for a low capacity battery, as doing so would result in unwanted consequences. Operating the Charger (continued) PROGRAM SELECT(01) Battery Type: LiPo Battery Cells: 3S Mode: C. Current Balance 3.3A * Note that this mode is only available under the Discharge mode.
Charging Your Battery Now that you have set all the parameters for your battery you are ready to execute the operation. Now would be a good time to check to make sure the charge settings are correct and within the battery manufacturers recommendations. BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHARGING YOUR BATTERY, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE WARNINGS AND SAFETY Warning INFORMATION CONTAINED ON PAGES 3-7.
Item Selection SYSTEM SETUP DC Input: Cut Caps: Cut Time: Cut Temp: 11.0V 5000mAH 120min 500 C/1220F Description When starting a charge process, the built-in safety timer automatically runs at the same time.This is programmed to prevent the battery OFF/(1-720 Min) from overcharging if it proves to be faulty or if the termination circuit cannot detect that the battery is fully charged. The value for the safety timer should be generous enough to allow a full charge of the battery. Default is 120min.
Selection Description SYSTEM SETUP Key Beep: Buzzer: LCD Contrast: Factory Reset ON ON 100 SYSTEM SETUP Key Beep: Buzzer: LCD Contrast: Factory Reset ON ON 100 89-109 Choose the LCD definition best suited to your preference Battery Meter The user can check the battery’s total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and each cell’s voltage. Connect the battery via the charger’s main battery lead to battery socket and balance wires to the balance socket as shown below.
Warnings and Error Messages WARNING REVERSE POLARITY WARNING CONNECTION BREAK Warnings and Error Messages (cont.) WARNING Incorrect polarity connected. The battery connection has been interrupted. OVER CHARGE CAPACITY LIMIT WARNING OVER TIME LIMIT The battery capacity is more than the maximum capacity which the user sets. The charging time is longer than the maximum charging time which is set by the user. WARNING CONNECT ERROR CHECK MAIN PORT The battery connection is wrong.
Warranty and Service Warranty and Service (cont.) LIABILITY EXCLUSION SERVICE AND REPAIR INFORMATION This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of batteries stated in this Instruction Manual. Hitec RCD, USA accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for any purpose other than that stated.
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