HITEC X1 Touch User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
Introduction ................................................................................................. 3
Parts Layout ....................................................................................................................... 4
Specications and Charger Layout ............................................................ 5
Features ........................................................................................................ 6
Warnings and Safety Notes ......................................................................... 9
Power Supply Connections ....................................................................... 12
Programing Interface ................................................................................ 13
User Interface ............................................................................................. 14
Input Operation .............................................................................................................14
Initial Systems Setup ................................................................................. 14
Settings Menu ............................................................................................................14
System Settings .......................................................................................................... 14
Safety Protection ....................................................................................... 15
Charger Parameters .................................................................................. 16
Charger Operations ................................................................................... 17
1. Battery Settings .................................................................................................. 17
2. Charging Program ............................................................................................. 19
3. Program Start ...................................................................................................... 20
4. Program Stop ...................................................................................................... 21
5. Program Complete ............................................................................................ 21
Information Displayed During Operation ............................................................22
1. Charging Status Monitor.................................................................................22
2. Graph ..................................................................................................................... 22
3. Balance Status .....................................................................................................22
Using the Charge Master Charge Control Software ..........................................23
Volt Meter .........................................................................................................................23
Memory Presets - Data Store/Load .........................................................................24
1. Storing Presets .................................................................................................... 24
2. Recalling Data ..................................................................................................... 24
Error Messages ...............................................................................................................24
Warranty and Service ................................................................................ 26
Please read this entire operating manual before using the X1 Touch Charger.
If you are unsure of its proper operation after reading the manual, please
seek advice from an experienced hobbyist or someone familiar with proper
battery charging procedures.
WARNING: THE CHARGING AND DISCHARGING OF RC HOBBY BATTERIES
CAN BE DANGEROUS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE EXPLICIT WARNINGS
CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE.
• NEVER EVER LEAVE YOUR CHARGER UNATTENDED WHILE IN
OPERATION.
• NEVER CHARGE ON OR AROUND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
• NEVER CHARGE A DAMAGED BATTERY PACK.
• LOW COST, NO-NAME BATTERY PACKS POSE THE MOST DANGER.
WE RECOMMEND YOU ONLY USE BATTERY PACKS THAT ARE SOLD
AND WARRANTIED BY A REPUTABLE COMPANY.
• IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UTILIZE A SAFETY
DEVICE SUCH AS A STEEL CASE OR LIPO SACK™ WHILE CHARGING
LITHIUM CHEMISTRY BATTERIES.
• IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU KEEP AN OPERABLE
“CLASS A” FIRE EXTINGUISHER IN THE CHARGING AREA.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS CAN BE CONSIDERED NEGLIGENCE BY THE OPERATOR AND MAY NEGATE ANY CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES INCURRED.
Hitec RCD USA will not be held responsible for any damages or injuries that
may occur by persons who fail to follow these warnings or who fail to properly follow the instructions in this manual.
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INTRODUCTION (cont.) SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARGER LAYOUT
Congratulations on your choice of the Hitec X1 Touch digital, intelligent touch
screen interface charger from Hitec RCD USA. The Hitec X1 Touch is a high-performance, microprocessor controlled charge/discharge station with battery
management capabilities that are suitable for use with most popular battery
types. The X1 Touch also features integrated balancing for six-cell, LithiumPolymer (LiPo), Lithium-Ferrite (LiFe) and Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries.
Parts Layout
1. Hitec X1 Touch Charger
2. AC Power Cord
3. DC Power Cord
4. 18AWG Wire Charging Cable
5. Balancing Board Cable
6. Universal Balancing Board
Speci cations
AC Input 100 - 240 Volts AC
DC Input 11-18 Volt DC
Charge circuit power 55 Watts
Charge current range 0.1 - 7.0 Amps
Discharge current range 5 Watts
Discharge current power 0.1-2.0 Amps
Current drain for balancing port 200mA per cell
NiCd/NiMH battery cell count 1-15 Cells
LiPo/LiFe/Lilon cell count 1-6 Cells
Pb battery voltage 2-20V
Net weight 19 oz.
Color LCD Touch Screen
3.2” (320 x 420 dot)
DC Input
11-18V AC
Balance Socket - XH
Air Intake Duct
Battery Socket
Temperature Probe
Socket
USB Port for PC
Control & Firmware
Upgrade
This unit is simple to use, but the operation of a sophisticated automatic
charger such as the Hitec X1 Touch requires some knowledge on behalf of
the operator. These operating instructions are designed to ensure that you
can quickly become familiar with its functions and capabilities. It is impor-
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tant that you read this manual in its entirety before you attempt to use the
X1 Touch charger for the rst time.
Tilt Stand
AC Input
Power Port
100-240V AC
Universal Balancing
Board
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FEATURES
FEATURES (cont.)
Touch Screen Interface System
The X1 Touch is equipped with a 3.2” color touch sensitive LCD screen. Featuring
an intuitive, easy-to-use setup system, the X1 Touch has all the important setup
features conveniently located on the home screen.
Charging Status Monitor
When the charger is in use, all the important information is available for display on
the screen. This enables the user to easily check a variety of information including
the charging capacity, cell voltage, elapsed charging time, and the internal and
external temperature. The X1 Touch also has the ability to display the charge voltage
in a graph form which helps the user monitor the status of the charging process at
any time.
Optimized Operating Software
The Hitec X1 Touch features an AUTO function that automatically adjusts the current
during the charging and discharging operations. It can prevent overcharging which
may lead to an explosion due to improper parameters set by the user, especially for
Lithium batteries. The X1 Touch will disconnect the circuit automatically and produce an audible alarm upon detection of abnormal voltage or current loads. The X1
Touch is designed to increase operator safety by monitoring the voltage and current
activity throughout the charge or discharge processes.
Dual Power Input
The X1 Touch has the ability to operate on a variety of power sources. The power
source can be a 12 volt automotive-type battery, an 11 ~ 18 volt DC power supply,
or a 100 ~ 240 volt AC household current.
Internal Independent Lithium Battery Balancer
The Hitec X1 Touch employs an internal, individual cell voltage balancer. It isn’t
necessary to connect a third party balancer for balance charging. Simply use the
included Universal Balancing Board when connecting Lithium packs.
Balancing of Individual Lithium Cells
The Hitec X1 Touch can monitor and balance each cell individually while charging
or discharging the battery. Error messages will be displayed on the screen and the
process will terminate automatically if the voltage of any single cell is abnormal.
Accommodates Most Popular Types of Lithium Chemistry Batteries
The Hitec X1 Touch is capable of charging the most popular types of lithium chemistry batteries, including LiPo, Li-Ion and the new LiFe series of batteries.
Fast and Storage Modes for Lithium Batteries
The X1 Touch allows for Fast and Storage Modes for Lithium charging. Fast Mode
reduces the overall charge time for quick turnaround at the eld or track, keeping in
mind that standard charging will result in a more complete charge at full capacity.
Storage Mode allows for safe, longer term storage of lithium batteries. Storing LiPo
batteries at full charge can increase the probability of cell damage and pack “puing.”
Cyclic Charging/Discharging
Continuous charge/discharge or discharge/charge functions are available to refresh
or restore NiCd and NiMH battery capacity and performance. These cycles can be
set to automatically repeat from 1 to 5 times.
Data Store/Load
The charger can store up to 5 dierent charge/discharge proles for your convenience. Each prole can store settings for battery type and charge/discharge parameters. You can easily recall these saved proles to increase simplicity and eciency
of common processes.
Memory Preset
The charger can store up to 5 dierent charge/discharge proles for your convenience. You can keep the data pertaining to the program setting of the battery for
continuous charging or discharging.
Users can call out this data at any time without any special program setting.
Termination Voltage Control
The end charge voltage can be adjusted for each type of battery chemistry, up to
the maximum safe limit.
Battery Meter
The battery meter displays the total battery voltage for Pb, NiMH and NiCd packs.
For Lithium chemistry batteries, the X1 Touch displays the total pack voltage, individual cell voltage and the highest and lowest voltages for each cell.
Re-Peak Mode of NiMH/NiCd Batteries
In re-peak charge mode, the charger can automatically peak charge the battery
once, twice or three times in a row. This is helpful for making sure the battery is fully
charged and for checking how well the battery takes a charge.
Delta-peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd
Delta-peak charging for NiMH and NiCd batteries monitors the pack’s voltage and
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FEATURES (cont.) WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES
terminates the charge when the pack reaches full capacity. You can adjust the peak
mV setting to either increase or decrease the charger’s sensitivity to the voltage
Warning, Caution, Tip and Note Boxes
drop that occurs when the pack nears full capacity.
Warning: Be sure to read this section for your own safety.
A lower mV setting is more sensitive and will terminate the charge process
earlier than a higher mV setting.
Automatic Charging Current Limit
You can set the upper limit of the charging current when charging your NiMH or
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.
Note: This section will provide more detailed explanations.
NiCd batteries. This is useful for NiMH batteries of low impedance and capacity
when charging in the ‘AUTO’ charging mode.
These warnings and safety notes are of the utmost importance. You must follow
Capacity Limit
The charging capacity is always calculated as the charging current multiplied by
these instructions for maximum safety. Failure to do so can damage the charger and
the battery; and in the worst cases, may cause a re.
time. If the charging capacity exceeds the limit, the process will terminate automatically when a maximum value is set.
Temperature Threshold (requires optional temperature sensor, PN# 44159)
NEVER LEAVE THE CHARGER UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS CONNECTED TO ITS
POWER SOURCE. IF ANY MALFUNCTION IS FOUND, TERMINATE THE PROCESS AT
ONCE AND REFER TO THE OPERATION MANUAL.
NiCd and NiMH batteries become warm as the charge process completes. This is a
normal condition and should be expected as the Delta-peak charge process completes the charging cycle. If the user inadvertently sets the mV sensitivity to an
abnormally high value or if there is a problem with the battery (i.e, one or more bad
cells in the pack), the battery temperature could exceed safe limits. If the external
temperature limit option is enabled and the optional temperature sensor is installed
and placed on the battery, the charge process will terminate if the user-set temperature limit is reached.
• The allowable DC input voltage is 11-18V DC.
• The allowable AC input voltage is 100-240V AC.
• Keep the charger away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunlight and excessive
vibration.
• If the charger is dropped or suers any type of impact, it should be inspected by
an authorized service station before using it again.
• This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, non-ammable
and non-conductive surface.
Lithium and Pb batteries should NEVER get warm during the charge
process.
• Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar surface. Keep all ammable volatile materials away from the operating area.
• Make sure you know the specications of the battery to be charged or
Processing Time Limit
Maximum charge and discharge process time limits can be set to protect against
possible battery defects. This is highly recommended when charging Lithium chemistry batteries.
discharged to ensure it meets the requirements of this charger. If the program is
set up incorrectly, the battery and charger can be damaged.
• Fire or explosion can occur due to overcharging.
• To avoid a short circuit between the charge lead, always connect the charge cable
to the charger rst, then connect the battery. Reverse the sequence when discon-
Hitec Charge Master Software
The free “Hitec Charge Master” software gives you unparalleled ability to operate the
charger through the computer. You can monitor pack voltage, cell voltage and other
data during charging and view charge data in real-time graphs. You can also initiate
processes, control charging and update rmware from the “Hitec Charge Master”
software.
necting.
• Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries:
- A battery tted with an integral charge circuit or a protection circuit
- A battery pack which consists of dierent types of cells (including dierent
manufacturer’s cells)
- A battery that is already fully charged or just slightly discharged and
non-rechargeable batteries (these pose an explosion hazard)
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