User's Manual

WARNING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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MC3000
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MC3000
INTRODUCTION
The UI can be switched between Dummy, Simple and Advanced menu modes. The advanced menu
lets the user control every single technical parameter of the operation mode whereas a simpler
mode with less options may be more convenient for quick everyday usage. The key concept behind
the UI are the numbered user programs: the MC3000 comes with 30 editable programs and
whenever the user is operating a slot, he/she is indeed operating a particular numbered program in
that slot and therefore should be well aware of the program number itself! The 30 programs are
defined globally: any ready slot can run the identical program simply by the user assigning the same
program number to the slot. And that is done fast and efficiently.
Integral part of the UI are the bi-color LEDs of the slot number buttons indicating one of the 6
possible operational states of a slot. An empty slot (=black SNB) is a slot with no battery in it, a
ready slot (=blinking red-green SNB) is ready to start the program, a busy slot (=solid red SNB) is
running a program, a finished slot (=solid green SNB) has finished a program normally. An inactive
slot is an empty or ready slot, an active slot is a busy or finished slot. A blinking red SNB indicates
an error, abnormal program termination, or similar. A blinking green SNB means happiness.
The STOP button at the bottom left has similar meanings in different contexts. It can mean Cancel,
Discard, Abort, Quit or Exit when programming inactive slots, or Finish or Stop when operating
active slots. It is also the button for accessing the device SETUP. The ENTER button at the bottom
right means Enter or Save when programming inactive slots, Start for starting ready slots, or Return
to the main view when operating active slots. The UP and DOWN buttons mean Up and Down, or
Increase and Decrease, and are for changing program numbers, scrolling through options, selecting
parameters. Changing the program number means effectively that you switched to the new program
with the new program number and not only changed the number itself. For faster programming, a
changed program can be saved under a new program number, or copied over to all slots at once.
User Interface
Slot Number Buttons
Control Buttons
The 128×64 LCD screen features five common views which the user should be familiar with:
The total overview (TOV) is the main view where other views automatically revert to after periods
of user inactivity. In tabular format, it shows at a glance the most important bits of information
about the operation of the slots. TOV is also used for displaying quick info lines or error
messages, for example at abnormal program termination.
The MC3000 has numerous explicit options with their respective parameters which the user can
check or control. The more general settings are accessible through SETUP in the global setup
view (GSV). They affect the operation of the entire device, not only of a single slot or program.
In slot programming view (SPV) the user can either swiftly change the program to a different
program and or edit its detailed settings. Each of the four slots is independent and can run any of
the 30 global programs.
Naturally the slot operation view (SOV) is available for active slots only, i.e. slots with an ongoing
or finished program. Apart from the most basic info already given in TOV, it also shows additional
quantities such as energy, power, resistance, temperature, and time.
The diagram drawing view (DDV) provides a quick overview of the voltage graphs over time. The
graphs are available and live for active slots.
Screen
Under lab conditions the accuracy of the MC3000 readings will stay within the maximum achievable
tolerance as stated on its spec sheet, i.e. ±1mV or ±1mA. Under typical conditions, e.g. analyzing 2-
3 batteries at modest loads with no external cooling, the accuracy will reach maximum precision too.
That is because the installed internal cooler and ventilation fan are still able to dissipate the heat
away from the precision electronics. However, at extreme loads and conditions, 15W constant
maximum discharge power on a hot summer holiday, unremoved heat can affect the accuracy to
some albeit rather limited extent. Stress tests have proven that the charger can work at its
operational limits without degradation but we do recommend that the user helps with extra cooling
once the plastic casing gets hot to the touch.
Accuracy
Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to power. If any malfunction is
found, terminate the process at once and refer to the operation manual.
Please make sure the correct program and settings are chosen and set. Incorrect program or
setting may damage the charger or cause fire or explosion.
Never attempt to charge primary cells such as Alkaline, Zinc-Carbon, Lithium, CR123A, CR2,
or any other unsupported chemistry due to risk of explosion and fire.
Never charge or discharge any battery having evidence of leakage, expansion/swelling,
damaged outer wrapper or case, color-change or distortion.
Use the original adapter and cord for power supply. To reduce the risk of damage to the
power cord, always pull by connector rather than the cord. The allowable DC input voltage is
11~18V DC.
Do not operate the device if it appears damaged in any way.
Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, heating devices, open flames; avoid extreme
high or extreme low ambient temperatures and sudden temperature changes.
Do not expose the device to rain, water, moisture, high humidity, or dust due to risk of fire
and corrosion. The device should only be used at normal indoor room conditions.
Operate on a hard flat nice clean smooth heat-resistant noninflammable nonconductive
surface in a well-ventilated area. Never place the device on a carpet, car seat, or similar.
Keep all the inflammable volatile substances away from operating area.
Avoid mechanical vibration or shock as these may cause damage to the device.
Do not short-circuit slots or other parts of the device. Do not allow metal wires or other
conductive material into the charger.
Observe polarity diagrams located on the charger. Always place the battery cells with positive
tip facing the top.
Do not touch hot surfaces. The rechargeable batteries or the device may become hot at full
load or high power charging/discharging.
Never block the cooling fan or the air ventilation holes at the bottom and top of the charger.
WARNING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS