TX16S Instruction Manual

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1.6. Important note on Power and charging precautions.
The TX16S has built-in USB charging function for 2cell 7.4v
Battery packs (2 x 3.70v Lithium cell packs). The charging
circuit is only suitable for 2x 3.70v lithium-ion 18650, 2 x
21700 3.70v lithium-ion (21700 2s 7.40v Lithium-Ion pack), 2x
3.70v Lipoly batteries (2s 7.40v Lipo battery pack) or 2 x 3.60v
lithium-ion provided the 3.60v Li-ion cells are able to be
charged to 4.20v per cell – CHECK YOUR BATTERY MANUFACTURERS DATA SHEET. DO
NOT USE Li-ion cells rated at 3.60v nominal and 4.10v max.
DO NOT USE cells that cannot be charged to a max of 4.20v per cell.
Approved for use
2 x 3.7v Li-ION 18650 cells (7.4v using supplied tray)
2 x 3.7v Li-ION 21700 cells (Assembled as 7.4v 2s Battery pack)
2 x 3.7v Lithium-polymer cells (Assembled as 7.4v 2s Battery pack)
DO NOT use
3.6v Li-ION cells (Unless the cell is capable of charging to 4.20v)
2S 6.6v LiFE Battery packs
LiFEP04 cells
LiFE/LiFEP04 WARNING!
Do not use 2s 6.6v LiFE battery pack, or LiFEP04 18650 Round
cells. Using the built in USB charger with incorrect battery types
and voltage may cause damage to the remote control or fire.
Check the health and condition of the batteries regularly. Do not use damaged cells.
Never charge your device unattended. Always charge in a safe area away from
flammable materials. If the remote control gets wet or damaged in any way, do not
charge it.
RadioMaster is not responsible for any adverse consequences caused by using or
misusing this device.
1.7. Note about this guide.
This guide covers basic information about your radio. OpenTX software is very
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