SkyRC D100 Charger User Manual
AC/DC Dual Balance Charger/Discharger
SkyRC Technology Co., Ltd. 2014
Version 1.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SPECIAL FEATURES
WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
PROGRAM FLOW CHART
OPERATION
OPERATING PROGRAM
CHARGING PROGRAM
BATTERY MEMORY SET AND CALL OUT
SYSTEM SETTING
BATTERY METER
BATTERY RESISTANCE METER
WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGE
USING THE CHARGE CONTROL SOFTWARE “CHARGE MASTER”
SPECIFICATION
CONFORMITY DECLARATION
COMMONLY USED TERMS
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of SKYRC D100 AC/DC Dual Balance
Charger/Discharger. This unit is simple to use, but the operation of a
sophisticated automatic charger such as SKYRC D100 does require some
knowledge on the part of the user. These operating instructions are
designed to ensure that you quickly become familiar with its functions. It is
therefore important that you read right through the Operating Instructions,
Warning and Safety Notes before you attempt to use your new charger for
the first time. We hope you have many years of pleasure and success with
your new battery charger.
SKYRC D100 is a twin-channel charger with two independent circuits which
can charge two different kinds of batteries simultaneously. It also supports
power distribution in AC mode to get max charging power to shorten
charging time. What’s more, users could set the terminal voltage by
themselves and connect it to PC for PC control and firmware upgrade.
Besides that, users could also use it as Lithium Battery Meter and Battery
Internal Resistance Meter. There are Automatic Charging Current Limit,
Capacity Limit, Temperature Threshold and Processing Time Limit which
makes the charger safe to use.
SKYRC D100 is a high-perform ance, m icro p rocessor control
charge/discharge station with battery management suitable for use with all
current battery types, with integral equalizer for six-cell Lithium-Polymer
(LiPo), Lithium iron phosphate(LiFe) and Lithium-Ion (LiIon) batteries;
maximum 10A charge current and maximum 100W charge power. The
additional LiHV mode is able to charge the new generation of LiPo batteries
with an end of charge voltage 4.35 V.
Please BE SURE to read these INSTRUCTIONS, WARNING and SAFETY
NOTES before you use the charger for the first time.
It can be dangerous to mis-handle batteries and battery chargers, as there
is always a risk of batteries catching fire and exploding.
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INTRODUCTION
Please read this entire operating manual completely and attentively
before using this product, as it covers a wide range of information on
operating and safety. Or please do use this product in company with a
specialist!
Cooling Fan
Balance Lead Socket
Temp Sensor Port.
Cooling Fan
USB Port
LCD Display
Output Socket
4mm Banana Plug
Balance Lead Socket
Temp Sensor Port.
Micro USB Port for
PC Link / WiFi Module
Connection
AC Input
100-240V
DC Input
11-18V
Switch from
Channel A to B or
Channel B to A
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Scroll Through the Main Menu
Stop Any Charge Processes
Tilt Stand
Resume or Start Charge
Processes Confirm Any Action
Alter Values
See the Status of Individual
Cells in Balance Charge Mode
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Twin-channel Charger
SKYRC D100 allows you to plug 2 batteries into one charger simultaneously, and it will
intelligently and automatically charge 2 battries at once to their maximum capacity. To top
of it, the batteries being charged do not even need to have the same configuration. You
can connect different chemistry(NiMH/NiCd/LiPo/LiFe/Lilon/LiHV/Pb)batteries into any of
the charging ports.
Dual Input and Power Distribution
The input of SKYRC D100 is AC 100-240V and DC 11-18V. In DC mode, the power of
each channel is 100W. Total power is 200W.
In AC mode, it supports power distribution, for example, Channel A-70W, then Channel B30W, the total power is 100W.
Optimized Operating Software
SKYRC D100 features the so-called AUTO function that set the feeding current during the
process of charging or discharging. Especially for lithium batteries, it can prevent the
overcharging which may lead to an explosion due to the user's fault. It can disconnect the
circuit automatically and alarm once detecting any malfunction. All the programs of this
product were controlled through two way linkage and communication, to achieve the
maximum safety and minimize the trouble. All the settings can be configured by users!
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Battery Memory (Data Store/Load)
The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for each channel. You
can keep the data pertaining to program setting of the battery of continuous charging or
discharging. Users can call out these data at any time without any special program
setting.
Terminal Voltage Control(TVC)
The charger allows user to change the end voltage. (for expert user only)
PC Control Software “Charge Master”
The free “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
the charging, view charge date in real-time graphs. And you can initiate, control charging
and update firmware from “Charge Master”.
With “Charger Master” and one computer, you could operate and update two channels
simultaneously.
Smart Phone Control via Wi-Fi Module (both iOS and Android)
Finally, your charger gets its own apps. This charger can be controlled and operated by
smart phones via Wi-Fi module(option part SK-600075).
Internal Independent Lithium Battery Balancer
SKYRC D100 employs an individual-cell-voltage balancer. It isn't necessary to connect an
external balancer for balance charging.
Balancing Individual Cells Battery Discharging
During the process of discharging, SKYRC D100 can monitor and balance each cell of
the battery individually. Error message will be indicated and the process will be ended
automatically if the voltage of any single one cell is abnormal.
Adaptable to Various Type of Lithium Battery
SKYRC D100 is adaptable to various types of lithium batteries, such as LiPo, LiIon and
the new LiFe series of batteries.
LiHV Mode Available
The additional LiHV mode is able to charge the new generation of LiPo batteries with an
end of charge voltage 4.35 V.
Fast and Storage Mode of Lithium Battery
Purposes to charge lithium battery varies, 'fast' charge reduce the duration of charging,
whereas 'store' state can control the final voltage of your battery, so as to store for a long
time and protect useful time of the battery.
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Re-Peak Mode of NiMH/NiCd Battery
In re-peak charge mode, the charger can peak charge the battery once, twice or three
times in a row automatically. This is good for making certain the battery is fully charged.
Delta-peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd
Delta-peak sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd battery: The automatic charge termination program
based on the principle of the Delta-peak voltage detection. When the battery's voltage
exceeds the threshold, the process will be terminated automatically.
Cyclic Charging/Discharging
1 to 5 cyclic and continuous process of charge > discharge or discharge > charge is
operable for battery refreshing and balancing to stimulate the battery's activity.
Automatic Charging Current Limit
You can set up the upper limit of the charging current when charging your NiMH or NiCd
battery, it is useful for the NiMH battery of low impedance and capacity in the 'AUTO'
charging mode.
LiPo Battery Meter
The user can check battery's total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and
each cell's voltage.
Battery Internal Resistance Meter
The user can check battery's total internal resistance and each cell's internal resistance.
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*
The battery's internal chemical reaction will cause the temperature of the battery to rise.
If the temperature limit is reached, the process will be terminated.
This function is available by connecting optional temperature probe, which is not included in the package.
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Processing Time Limit:
You can also limit the maximum process time to avoid any possible defect.
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WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
These warnings and safety notes are particularly important. Please follow the
instructions for maximum safety; otherwise the charger and the battery can be
damaged or at worst it can 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 the
operation manual.
Keep the charger well away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunshine and .
vibration
Never drop it.
The allowable DC input voltage is 11~18V DC, and charge power 200W(100Wx2).
The allowable AC input voltage is 100~240V AC, and charge power 100W for 2 channels.
This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, noninflammable and
nonconductive surface. Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar. Keep all
the inflammable volatile materials away from operating area.
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 .It can cause fire or explosion due to
overcharging.
Standard Battery Parameters
LiIon
3.6V/cell
4.1V/cell
3.7V/cell
≦1C
Nominal
Voltage
Max Charge
Voltage
Storage
Voltage
Allowable
Fast Charge
Min. Discharge
Voltage
LiPo
3.7V/cell
4.2V/cell
3.8V/cell
≦1C
3.0-3.3V/cell 2.9-3.2V/cell
Be very careful to choose the correct voltage for different types of battery otherwise you
may cause damage to the batteries. Incorrect settings could cause the cells to fire or
explode.
LiFe
3.3V/cell
3.6V/cell
3.3V/cell
≦4C
2.6-2.9V/cell
LiHV
3.7V/cell
4.35V/cell
3.85V/cell
≦1C
3.1-3.4V/cell
NiCd
1.2V/cell
1.5V/cell
n/a
MiMH
1.2V/cell
1.5V/cell
n/a
1C-2C
0.1-1.1V/cell 0.1-1.1V/cell
1C-2C
Pb
2.0V/cell
2.46V/cell
n/a
≦0.4C
1.8V/cell
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WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries.
A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including different
manufacturers)
A battery that is already fully charged or just 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 expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable for the
currents the charger delivers during the charge process.
Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging:
Did you select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are
charging?
Did you set up adequate 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).
Have you checked that all connections are firm and secure?
Make sure there are no intermittent contacts at any point in the circuit.
Charging
During charge process, a specific quantity 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 by the battery manufacturer. Only
batteries that are expressly stated to be capable of quick-charge are allowed to be
charged at rates higher than the standard charge current.
Connect the battery to the terminal of the charger: red is positive and black is
negative. Due to the difference between resistance of cable and connector, the
charger can not detect 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 goldplated should be fitted to both ends.
Always refer to the manual by battery manufacturer about charging methods,
recommended charging current and charging time. Especially, the lithium battery
should be charged according the charging instruction provided by the manufacturer
strictly.
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