2 x 50W DUAL OUTPUT PROFESSIONAL BALANCE CHARGER/DISCHARGER AC DC

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1 2 x 50W DUAL OUTPUT PROFESSIONAL BALANCE CHARGER/DISCHARGER AC DC For more information, please visit or scan the QR code with your smart phone. Part Numbers RDNA0396 Duplex 2 x 50W LCD Charger, US RDNA0397 Duplex 2 x 50W LCD Charger, UK RDNA0398 Duplex 2 x 50W LCD Charger, EU RDNA0399 Duplex 2 x 50W LCD Charger, AU 28 Entire contents 2016 Radient RC. 1

2 2 CONTENTS Foreword and specifications General charging precautions and safety tips Special features Connection diagrams Warning and safety notes Charging/discharging cycle Operating instructions Program flow chart Duplex defaults Lithium storage program Discharging lithium batteries Lithium(LiIo/LiPo/LiHV/LiFe) Charging lithium batteries Balancing lithium batteries Voltage balancing and monitoring when discharging batteries Charging/Discharging NiCd/NiMH batteries Discharging Pb batteries Data storage program Load data program Information available during the charge/discharge process Measure internal resistance Check abattery s capacity Balancing a lithium battery Setup DC power supply Brushed motor drive Hot wire foam cutter drive Measure external temperature Measure input and output voltage Warning and error information Warranty and service Warranty and service Radient products are covered by the currently valid statutory warranty regulations. Radient and its authorised representatives accept no liability for loss, damage or costs which are caused by the incorrect or incompetent use of the product. For further information, please see the attached Warranty and Conformity document that is applicable to your territory. For more information, please visit or scan the QR code with your smart phone (REV B) 27

3 NiCd and NiMH battery charge/discharge and discharge/charge cycles You can set the charge and discharge sequence on the left and the number of cycles on the right. You can balance, refresh and break-in a battery using this function. You can also set a temporary cool-off (or waste time ) procedure. Press the Battery/Stop button to stop the program. You can press the /Enter button to alter the charge current. A sound is emitted to indicate the end of program. When the end of the cycle approaches, you can see the capacity of the battery being charged or discharged. You can also press the or button to display the result of each cycle. Pb (Lead Acid) battery program This program is only suitable for charging Pb (lead-acid) batteries with nominal voltages from 2 to 20V. A Pb (lead-acid) battery is completely different from a NiCd / NiMH battery. These batteries can only deliver a much lower current lower in comparison to their capacity. The same restriction applies to the charging process. Therefore the optimum charge current should only be 1/10 of the capacity. Do not attempt to fast charge a Pb battery. Please follow the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. Press the / Enter button to make the charge current blink and then alter the value using the or buttons. Press the /Enter button to store the value. Set the desired charge current on the left and nominal voltage on the right. The current range A. The voltage should match the voltage of the battery being charged. Press the /Enter button for more than 3 seconds to start charging. LiFe Voltage level: Maximum charge voltage: Allowable fast charge current: Discharge voltage cut off level: Pb (Lead-acid) Voltage level: Maximum charge voltage: Allowable fast charge current: Discharge voltage cut off level: 3.3V/cell 3.6V/cell 4C or less 2.0V/cell or higher 2.0V/cell 2.46V/cell 0.4C or less 1.75V/cell or higher Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of battery: A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including cells from different manufacturers). A battery that is already fully charged or only slightly discharged. Non-rechargeable batteries (explosion hazard). Batteries that require a different charge technique from NiCd, NiMH, LiPo or Gel cell (Pb, Lead acid). A faulty or damaged battery. A battery fitted with an integral charge circuit or a protection circuit. Batteries installed in a device or which are electrically linked to other components. Batteries that are not suitable for charging at the rates that the charger delivers during the charge process. To avoid a short circuit between the charge leads, always connect the charge leads to the charger first, then connect the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting. If using a charging squid, ensure that none of the connector contacts can touch (together or a conductive surface) and short out which could cause damage to the charger and/or battery. The screen displays the real-time charging status. Press the /Enter key to alter the charge current. Press the /Enter button again to store the value. Press the Battery/Stop key to end the program. 20 9

4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DUPLEX v1.0 BY RADIENT RC STOP/Battery Type Lithium Battery STOP/Battery Type NiMH/NiCd STOP/Battery Type PB(Lead Acid) STOP/Battery Type User Settings STOP/Battery Type Load Memory STOP/Battery Type Extra Function STOP/Battery Type The opening display shows the charger name for two seconds and any software revision. The Duplex will then go straight to the main menu. Lithium battery program: Press _I button to move to the next menu and the key to go back. Press the button to enter the submenu. NiMH/NiCd battery program: Press button to move to the next menu and the key to go back. Press the button to enter the submenu. Pb battery program: Press button to move to the next menu and the key to go back. Press the button to enter the submenu. User settings program: Press button to move down the menus and the key to move up the menus. Press the button to enter the submenu. Load data program: Press button to move to the next menu and the key to go back. Press the button to enter the submenu. Extra Function program: Press button to move to the next menu and the key to go back. Press the button to enter the submenu. There are a number of User Settings that can be adjusted to alter the default charger set-up. The check time is how long it takes to identify a LiXX battery. this value if the number of cells cannot be accurately determined. The waste time is the period between a Charge>Discharge cycle to allow the battery to cool between operations. This program allows the Delta peak voltage to be adjusted from the NiMH default of 11mV/cell. This program allows the Delta peak voltage to be adjusted from the NiCd default of 9mV/cell. This function monitors the temperature of the battery being charged when using an optional temperature sensor (not included) connected to the charger s termperature sensor port. When the charge process starts, the integral safety timer also begins. If an error is detected or the termination circuit cannot detect whether the battery is fully charged or not, the Duplex is programmed to prevent overcharging by terminating the charge using the safety timer. When charging NiCd or NiMH batteries, divide the capacity by current, then divide the result by Set this number of minutes as the value for the safety timer setting. At this point, around 140% of the capacity will have been fed into the battery

5 Warnings and error information continued The Duplex incorporates a variety of safety functions that verify the processes and electronics. In the event of an error occuring, the screen will display the cause and emit a warning sound. The charger has not been able to accurately detect the voltage of the battery. Please check the connector & leads. The internal temperature is too high. Allow the charger to cool. FOREWORD Thank you purchasing the Duplex dual output, 50W per channel Balance Charger/Discharger. This product is a rapid charger with a high performance microprocessor and specialized operating software. Please read and understand this entire operating manual before using this product, as it covers a wide range of information on both the operation of the Duplex charger and safety. If in any doubt, please seek the help of an experienced user, contact support or contact the dealer where you purchased your product. The processor cannot control the current required by the process Specifications Operating voltage range: DC 11.0~18.0 Volt AC 100V-240V Circuit power: Maximum charge power 50W x 2 Maximum discharge power 5W x 2 Charge current range: 0.1A-5.0A x 2 Discharge current range: 0.1A-1.0A x 2 Current drain for balancing Li-po: Max 250mAh/cell NiCd/NiMH battery cell count: 1~15 cell x 2 Li-ion/Polymer cell count: 1~6 cell x 2 Pb battery voltage: 2V~20V x 2 Weight: 760g (Net Weight) Dimensions: 192 x 146 x 42mm 26 Before using the Duplex charger, review all documentation and inspect the product carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted, then do not continue with unpacking, setup or operation of your product. Your local hobby dealer cannot accept a product for return or exchange if the product or packaging shows signs of wear and tear. Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Due to ongoing development, the actual product may vary from images shown. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product is not a toy! (14+) Recommended for ages 14 and up. Adult supervision required for age s under 18 years old. Contains small parts, keep out of reach of children 3 years of age and younger. 3

6 GENERAL CHARGING PRECAUTIONS Although great for first time users, Radient RC products contain advanced and sophisticated electronics that could result in injury if used improperly. Always use caution and common sense, as failure to operate your Radient RC product in a safe and responsible manner can result in damage to the product or surrounding property. This product is not intended for use or maintenance by children without direct adult supervision. Radient RC and your local hobby dealer shall not be liable for any loss or damages, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, arising from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product or any product required to operate or maintain it. Here are some general tips that will help increase the safe operation and enjoyment of using your charger. Do not operate your charger in direct sunlight, rain, electrical, or during thunder storms A battery should not be connected to the charger until the charger has been connected to an input power source Never operate your charger where the input power is unstable Never attempt to charge a non-rechargable battery or battery type that is not compatible with this charger Always operate in a dry, open environment away from property and cars Always disconnect the battery from the charger after the charge or discharge cycle is complete Never insert anything into the charger case due to risk of electrical shock or interference with the cooling fan Always allow batteries to completely cool before charging NOTE: Only use genuine replacement or aftermarket parts available from your local hobby dealer to ensure proper operation of your Radient RC product. TIPS FOR SAFELY OPERATING YOUR CHARGER Never leave the battery unattended while charging Avoid charging on or around flammable items Never attempt to charge a swollen or damaged battery Never operate the charger without adult supervision Always use a fire-proof charge bag when charging/discharging LiXX batteries Never charge a warm battery, always allow the battery to cool to room temperature Inspect the battery and charger before use. Never charge a battery or operate a charger if the wire or connector has been damaged or if the battery has experienced a short circuit Incorrect use of the battery, connections, or charging equipment can cause personal injury or property damage Never allow batteries or charger to come in contact with moisture at any time; avoid environments with high humidity Disconnect input power and battery immediately if the battery, connector, or charger becomes hot or changes form (swells, bulges, indents, etc.) during use. 8>Measure input and output voltage A> Measure VOL I:12.1V O:19.87V In this program, the charger can measure DC Voltage. The input voltage is shown on the left. Connect a battery to the appropriate charger outputs and its voltage will be displayed. Warnings and error information The Duplex incorporates a variety of safety functions that verify the processes and electronics. In the event of an error occuring, the screen will display the cause and emit a warning sound. Connected with incorrect polarity. Battery connection has been interrupted. Output terminals have been shorted. The power source voltage has been incorrectly set. The voltage of the battery pack has been incorrectly set. The charger has a malfunction. Seek the advice of a professional. The voltage is lower that the value that has been set. Carefully check the number of cells in the battery. The voltage is higher that the value that has been set. Carefully check the number of cells in the battery The voltage of one cell in the battery pack is too low. Check the voltage of each cell. The voltage of one cell in the battery pack is too high. Check the voltage of each cell. 4 25

7 MOTOR 0.0A 19.87V DRV 000:43 0.0W MOTOR 0.0A 19.87V STOP000:00 0.0W The top line of the display shows the drive current and voltage.the second line shows the output capacity (mah) and in the lower right corner, it alternately displays the output power or total run time. You can stop the test at any time by pressing the /Enter button. 6>Hot wire foam cutter drive The Duplex charger can be used as a power supply for a hot wire foam cutting bow. Cutter DRV ---> FOAM CUT 30min 2.0A 12.00V FOAM 0.0A 19.87V RUN 001:48 0.0W FOAM 0.0A 19.87V STOP000:00 0.0W 7> Measure external temperature 9>Measure Ext. Tempra: 0C With the bow connected, press the /Enter button once. Press the /Enter button again and the duration value will flash. Use the and buttons to adjust the value. Adjust the current and voltage values in the same way. Press the /Enter button for more than 3 seconds to begin the process. A beep will sound. The running time range is 0-90min, the Current is A and the voltage range is 1-40V. The top line of the display shows the foam cutting current and voltage. The second line shows the status and in the lower right corner alternately displays the output power or total run time. You can stop the process at any time by pressing the /Enter button. In this program, the charger can measure the external temperature using the optional temperature sensor. The temperature is displayed in C. VERY IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND The Radient Duplex charger has the capability of charging LiFe/Li-Ion/LiPo (LiXX), NiCd/NiMH (NiXX) and Lead Acid (Pb) batteries. Each battery type requires significantly different charging modes. It is extremely important to choose the correct charging mode when charging your batteries. Choosing the wrong charging mode can cause a fire or explosion. Be sure to properly identify the battery chemistry, voltage and capacity of every pack before attempting to charge it to ensure the correct settings. When charging Lithium batteries, we recommend you always use a fire-proof charge bag. If you are unsure of the battery type you are attempting to charge, please consult your local hobby dealer for assistance. SPECIAL FEATURES Safe The Duplex charger uses advanced charging calculations which allows the safe charging of all batteries and minimizes the risk of user errors. Versatile The Duplex will charge and discharge a wide variety of battery chemistries such as LiPo, LiIon, LiFe, NiMH, NiCd and Pb. Simple The simple and efficient user interface makes operation easy. The displays shows in real time the Duplex s powerful functions allowing you to monitor the battery/voltage charge, current/temperature of batteries, together with the charge capacity or the elapsed discharge time or input voltage etc. Therefore, you can accurately establish the present state and conveniently establish safe charge or discharge parameters. Balancing individual cells During the charge or discharge process, the Duplex can monitor and individually balance each of the battery s cells. During the process, it can monitor and individually balance each cell in the pack within a tolerance of 0.01V. Fast lithium battery charging and storage mode Lithium battery charging requirements vary. Fast charging reduces the duration of the charge period, whereas charging to a store state can control the final voltage of your battery, so that batteries can be stored for an extended period of time and protect the useful time of the battery. The Duplex is also capable of cycle charging/discharging to condition batteries. Convenient data storage For user convenience, the Duplex can store and load charge/discharge date for a maximum of twenty different batteries. You can store the data containing the desired charge or discharge settings of a battery to recall at any time. 24 5

8 SPECIAL FEATURES Maximum Safety Delta-peak sensitivity: The automatic charge termination method is based on the principle of Delta-peak voltage detection. When the battery s voltage exceeds the threshold, the charge process will be terminated automatically. Automatic limit of charging current You can set the charging current upper limit when charging your NiCd or NiMH battery. This is particularly useful when charging NiMH batteries with low impedance and capacity using the AUTO charging mode. Capacity limit The charging capacity is always calculated as the charging current multiplied by time. If the charging capacity exceeds the limit, the process will be terminated automatically when you set the maximum value. Temperature threshold* During charging, the battery s temperature will rise. If the temperature limit is reached, the charge process will be terminated. *This function is available by connecting an optional temperature probe, which is not included with the Ascert charger. Input power monitoring If using a car battery as the power source, its voltage is monitored to protect it from damage. The voltage drops below the lower limit, the charge process will be terminated automatically. Buttons LCD screen 1 LCD screen 2 4>Set up DC power supply voltage and current The voltage of each cell is shown in this display. The charger's output can be used as a DC power supply. Press the /Enter button. Press the or button to adjust the digital power s voltage. Press the /Enter button again to adjust the current. The voltage range is V and the current range is A. Press the /Enter button for more than 3 seconds. The display will show the current, voltage and digital power duration and Wattage. Note that the maximum power is 50W per side. 5>Brushed motor drive You can easily break-in a new bushed electric motor using a variable voltage and running time. With this function you also check the motor s performance to optimize your power-train.the break-in process is essential for maximizing the power of a new brushed motor. New motors have square brushes which press up against the curved commutator.the break-in process gently shapes the brushes so that they develop a curved surface that fits snugly against the commutator giving greater conducting surface area with lower losses and higher effciency. The brushed motor must be connected to the appropriate charger outputs. Press the /Enter button twice to select the test duration (in minutes). Use the and buttons to adjust the value. Now press the /Enter button select the current, followed by the Voltage and adjust the values in the same way. Now press the /Enter for more than 3 seconds to start the new process. A beep will sound as the process begins. The test time range is 1-90 min, Current is A, and the test voltage is 1-15V 6 23

9 1>Measure Internal Resistance Program In this program, the charger can measure the internal resistance of each individual cell. This feature is only available for lithium batteries. AC Input Balance Ports Output 1 DC Input Cooling Output 2 Fan Use this program to measure the internal resistance of a lithium battery pack. 2>Check a battery s capacity The two lines show the first to the sixth cell s internal resistance. This information is only available for lithium batteries. Press the or button to display more information. BUTTONS STOP Battery Type STATUS Temperature Probe Ports Use this program to check the capacity of a lithium battery. STOP Battery Type Press this button to make selections in the main menu, to return to the main menu and to stop the current process. 22 Press the /Enter button to select the battery type then or to choose LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/Lilo. Press the /Enter button for longer than 3 seconds. The display will show the lithium battery s status during the balancing of the pack. Press the or button to display the capacity balanced. of your battery pack while it is being balanced. 3>Balancing a LiXx battery In this program,you can simply balance your 2-6S LiXX batteries using the integral balancer. The program displays the voltage for each cell in your battery pack. Press the /Enter button twice, then press the or button to select the battery type (LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/LiIo). Press the /Enter button for more than 3 second to begin the balancing process. The total voltage of the battery is displayed. STATUS The Reduce and buttons are used to browse through status menus during the charge or discharge process. When adjusting parameters, press the and buttons to alter the values. Use this button to confirm the value you have entered and move to the next menu. To begin the selected process, press and hold the button for a minimum of 2 seconds. CONNECTION DIAGRAM This diagram shows the correct way to connect your battery to the Duplex charger when carrying out a balance charge. WARNING: Failure to connect as shown in the diagram below may damage this charger. If using alligator clips or a charging squid, ensure that none of the connector contacts can touch (together or a conductive surface) and short out which could cause damage to the charger and/or battery. 7

10 WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES These warnings and safety notes are particularly important. For maximum safety, please follow these instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the battery or charger and at worst it may cause a fire. Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to its power supply. If any malfunction is found, TERMINATE THE PROCESS AT ONCE and refer to this manual. Keep the charger away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunshine and vibration. Never drop the charger. The allowed input voltage is 11-18V DC or V AC. NEVER connect the charger to two both AC and DC inputs at the same time. The charger and battery being charged or discharged should be put on a heat-resistant, non-flammable and non-conductive surface. Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar material. Keep inflammable or volatile materials away from operating area. When charging or discharging Lithium batteries, we always recommend using a fire-proof charging bag. Make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure it meets the requirements of this charger. If the program is set-up incorrectly, the battery and charger may be damaged and may lead to a fire or explosion if it results in over-charging. The warranty is not valid for any damage arising as a result of a misuse or failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual. NiCd / NiMH Voltage level: 1.2V/cell Allowable fast charge current: 1C-2C (depends on the performance of cell) Discharge voltage cut off level: 0.85V/cell (NiCd),1.0V/cell (NiMH) LiIon Voltage level: 3.6V/cell Maximum charge voltage: 4.1V/cell Allowable fast charge current: 1C or less Discharge voltage cut off level: 2.5V/cell or higher LiPo Voltage level: 3.7V/cell Maxiumum charge voltage: 4.2V/cell Allowable fast charge current: 1C or less Discharge voltage cut off level: 3.0V/cell or higher Discharging Pb batteries Load Memory Set the desired discharge current on the left and nominal voltage on the right. The current range is A. The voltage should match the voltage of the battery being discharged. Press the /Enter button for more than 3 seconds to start charging. The screen displays the real-time discharging status. Press the /Enter key to alter the discharge current. Press the /Enter button again to store the value. Press the Battery/Stop key to end the program. The Duplex has a data storage and load program for up to 20 batteries. You can read back this information when charging or discharging without needing to set up the program again. Select the desired data storage program from the 20 stored memories using the or button. Press and hold the / button for more than 3 seconds. Press the / button again to begin the chosen process. To change any stored memory, simply adjust the values using the / to select each parameter. Once flashing, each parameter can be changed using the and button. The memory saves automatically. 8 21

11 Have you selected the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging? Did you set up the correct current for charging or discharging? Have you checked the battery voltage? Lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series, i.e. a 2 cell pack can be 3.7V (in parallel) or 7.4V (in series). Use a fire-proof LiPo charging bag when charging/discharging Lithium batteries. Have you checked that all connections are firm and secure? Make sure there are no intermittent contacts at any point in the circuit. Charging: Please check the following points before commencing charging: During charge process, a specific amount of electrical energy is fed into the battery.the charge quantity is calculated by multiplying charge current by charge time. The maximum permissible charge current varies depending on the battery type or its performance, and can be found in the information supplied by the battery manufacturer. Only batteries that are expressly stated to be capable of quick-charging are allowed to be charged at rates higher than the standard charge current. Connect the battery to the correct charger terminal: Red is positive and Black is negative. Due to the difference between resistance of the cable and connector, the charger cannot detect the resistance of the battery pack, the essential requirement for the charger to work properly is that the charge lead should be of adequate conductor cross-section, and high quality connectors which are normally gold-plated should be fitted to both ends. Always refer to the battery manufacturer s data sheet or manual for the recommended charging current and charging time. Lithium batteries should be charged strictly in accordance to the charging instruction provided by the manufacturer. It is always recommended that you balance charge Lithium batteries wherever possible and always se a fire-proof LiPo charging bag when charging/discharging Lithium batteries. Special attention should be paid to the connection of Lithium batteries. Do not attempt to disassemble a Lithium battery pack. Please note that Lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series. In parallel connection, the battery's capacity is calculated by multiplying single battery's capacity by the number of cells with the total voltage staying the same. As a voltage imbalance between the cells may lead to fires or an explosion, we recommend that ony Lithium batteries wired in series are charged. Voltage balancing and monitoring when discharging batteries The processor monitors the voltage of each cell in the battery pack during the storage and discharge process. To use this feature, the battery s balance lead must be connceted to the charger. If the voltage of any cell is abnormal, the Duplex will show an error message and terminate the program. If there is an abnormal cell in your battery, press the button when you see the error message to view which cell has the problem. Charging NiCd and NiMH batteries The processor has detected that one cell s voltage is too low. The 4th cell can be seen with a much lower voltage than the others so this is the problem cell. The voltage value will fall to zero if the cell is disconnected. This program is for charging and discharging the popular NiCd/NiMH batteries that are so common in R/C model applications. Simply press the /Enter button to make the value blink, then use the or buttons to change the parameter value. Press the /Enter key to store the value. This program charges the battery using the current value you input. In the auto state, you should set the charge current s upper limit to avoid damaging the battery by using excessive current. Some batteries with low resistance and capacity can lead to higher current draw in the auto charging mode. But in the manual mode, it will charge using the current you set. Press the and buttons simultaneously when in the current field to switch between Auto and Manual modes. The screen shows the real-time charge status. Pressthe Batt.type/Stop key to end the program. A sound will be emitted to indicate the program has ended

12 - DEC INC DEC DEC DEC DEC INC INC INC INC The program has a maximum capacity protection feature. If the Delta peak voltage cannot be detected, the charge process will stop automatically when the battery reaches the user-set maximum charge capacity. This function monitors the voltage of the input battery used to power the Duplex charger. If the voltage falls below the user-set value, the program will automatically terminate to protect the input battery. When a process completes, the number of confirmation beeps can be adjusted here. A beep is used to confirm that a button has been pressed. The beep or a melody sounds at various times during operation to confirm there has been a mode change. These functions can be switched on or off. This function is used to limit the maximum power of the charger. Discharging: The main purpose of discharging is to clear the battery s residual capacity, or to reduce the battery's voltage to a defined level. The same attention should be paid to the discharging process as charging.the final discharge voltage should be set up correctly to avoid deep-discharging. Lithium batteries should not be discharged to a value lower than the minimum voltage, or it will cause a rapid loss of capacity or a total failure. Generally, Lithium battery do not need to be discharged. Please pay attention to the minimum voltage of Lithium battery to protect the battery. Some rechargeable batteries have a memory effect. If they are partly used and recharged before the whole charge is used, they remember this and will only use that part of their capacity next time. This is a memory effect. It is said that NiCd and NiMH batteries can suffer from memory effect. NiCd have more memory effect than NiMH. We recommend only partial (rather than full) discharge of lithium batteries. Frequent full discharging should be avoided if possible. Instead, charge the battery more often or use a battery of larger capacity. Full capacity cannot be used until it has been subjected to 10 or more charge cycles.the cycling process or charge and discharge will optimize the capacity of battery pack. DEC INC DEC INC These functions are used to alter the default values of termination voltage/cell for LiPo, LiIo, LiFe LiHv and Pb batteries. The menu language can be changed from English to German in this function

13 16 Balancing Lithium batteries This function is for balancing the voltage of Lithium-polymer battery cells while charging. In balance mode, the battery must use a balance lead to connect to the individual port in the corresponding side of the charger. When charging in this mode, the built-in processor monitors the voltage of each cell and controls the current fed into individual cells to normalize the voltages. The left side of the first line shows the type of battery you have chosen. Under it is the user-set current value. After setting the current and voltage, press the /Enter key for more than 3 seconds to start the process. This displays the number of cells you have selected (S) and the charger s processsor has detected (R). If both numbers are identical you can start charging by pressing the /Enter button. If not, press the Battery Type/Stop button to go back to previous screen to carefully check the number of cells is correct. This screen shows the real-time status during the charge process. Press the Battery Select/Stop key once to stop the charge process. Fast charging Lithium batteries The value on the left of the second line shows the charge current. The value on the right of the second line is the battery pack's voltage. After setting the current and voltage, press /Enter for more than 3 seconds to start the process. This displays the number of cells you have selected (S) and the charger s processsor has detected (R). If both numbers are identical you can start charging by pressing the /Enter button. If not, press the Battery/stop button to go back to previous screen to carefully check the number of cells is correct. This screen shows the real-time status during the charge process. Press the Battery Type/Stop key once to stop the charging process. PROGRAM FLOW CHART The Duplex charger is set to the default user settings when it is connected to a power source for the first time. The screen displays the following information in sequence and the user can change the parameters on each screen. If you need to alter the values in any program, press the / key to make the value blink, then change the value with the or key. The value can be stored by pressing the / key once. Lithium Battery STOP Battery Type NiMH/NiCd STOP Battery Type PB(Lead Acid) STOP Battery Type User Settings STOP Battery Type Load Memory STOP Battery Type LiPo BALANCE CHG 2.0A AUTO NiMH CHARGE AUTO CURRENT 2.0A Pb CHARGE 2.0A 12.0V( 6P) LITHIUM BATTERY Chk Time 5min Completion Ring Beep 5 Key Beep Buzzer ON ON Select Language English Lithium Battery CHK Time 5min LS> LiPo BALANCE 5.0A 11.1V(3S) 1> MEASURE IR Extra Function -----> 8> Measure Ext. Tempra: 0C A> Measure VOL I:17.3V 0: 0.00V LiPo CHARGE 2.0A 22.2V(6S) LiPo DISCHARGE 1.0A 22.2V(6S) NiMH DISCHARGE 1.0A 10.0V Pb DISCHARGE 1.0A 12.0V( 6P) NiMH Sensitivity D.Peak Default Input Power Low Cut-Off 11.0V Watt Limit (W) CHG: 50 Pb Termination Voltage 2.40V/P Waste Time CHG>DCHG 5min 01> LiPo CHARGE 2.0A 22.2V(6S) 2> Check Lixx Battery -----> 7> Thrust Calc -----> LiPo FAST CHARGE 2.0A 22.2V(6S) LiPo STORAGE 1.0A 22.2V(6S) NiMH CYCLE C->D Cnt: 3 NiCd Sensitivity D.Peak Default Capacity Cut-Off ON 5000mAh LiPo Termination Voltage 4.20V/S LiHv Termination Voltage 4.35V/S 3> Lixx Balance -----> 6> Hot Wire Foam Cutter DRV -----> Temp.Cut-Off ON 80C Safety Timer ON 240min LiIon Termination Voltage 4.10V/S LiFe Termination Voltage 3.60V/S 20> LiPo BALANCE 2.0A 22.2V(6S) 4> Digital Power -----> 5> Brushed Motor Drive -----> 13

14 The screen shows the nominal voltage of a Lithium battery.the Duplex is capable of charging: LiFe (3.3V), LiIo (3.6V) and LiPo (3.7V). This information is of critical importance, so you must check the battery carefully to ensure that it is set up correctly. If it is different from correct value, a fire or explosion can occur during the charge process. To avoid damage from incorrect settings being input, the Duplex automatically detects the cell count of Lithium batteries at the beginning of the charge or discharge process. However, a battery that has been deep-discharged may not be detected correctly.to avoid this error, the time allowed for the processor to verify the cell count can be adjusted. Normally,15 seconds is enough to detect the cell count correctly but you may need to extend the time limit for large capacity batteries. The default value is recommended to use first. Only adjust this if the cell count is not detected correctly. The screen shows the сut-off temperature of a Lithium battery. You can press or to adjust the сut-off temperature (The temperature range is: 20~80 C). The maximum temperature of the battery can be set during the charge process. The process will be terminated automatically to protect the battery if the battery s temperature reaches this value. This feature is only available when using a temperature probe (option part - not included). The battery becomes warm after completing the charge/discharge process. A time delay can be set between each process to allow the battery. The valid value ranges from 1 to 60 minutes. The charge current reduces to 1/5 as the charge process reaches the end and has 1/10 remaining. The charge capacity will reduce to that of normal charging, but charging time will be shortened accordingly. You can set the battery s charging current and voltage. Press the /Enter button to display the confirmation of the set voltage. Press the /Enter button again to confirm and begin the charge. This screen shows the real-time fast-charge status. Press the Battery Type/Stop button once to stop the charge process. Storage program for Lithium batteries This function is used for charging/discharging batteries which are not going to be used for a period of time.this program is designed to charge of discharge Lithium batteries to their original state of charge. The charge voltage is classified by type: 3.75V LiIo, 3.85V LiPo, 3.85V LiHV and 3.3V LiFe.The program will begin a discharge cycle if the cell voltage exceeds the original state of charge. Discharging Lithium batteries In this screen you can set-up the battery pack s required current and voltage. The Duplex will either charge or discharge the battery to bring the voltage to the desired storage state. This screen shows the real-time charge status. Press the Battery Type/Stop key once to stop the charge process. The discharge current on the left should not exceed 1C. To avoid deep discharging, the value on the right must not be below the manufacturer s recommendations. Press the /Enter button for more than 3 seconds to start. This shows the real-time status of the discharge cycle. You can press the Battery Type/Stop button to stop discharging. 15