SKYRC SK100162, T100 User guide

T100

AC Dual Balance Charger

Instruction Manual

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Version 1.0

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

SPECIAL FEATURES

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

PROGRAM FLOW CHART

EXPLANATION OF BUTTONS

BATTERY & POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

LITHIUM BATTERY PROGRAM (LIPO/LIFE/LILON/LIHV)

NIMH/NICD BATTERY PROGRAM

PB LEAD-ACID BATTERY PROGRAM

BATTERY MEMORY SET AND CALL OUT

SYSTEM SETTING

BATTERY METER

BATTERY RESISTANCE METER

WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGE

THE SET CONTAINS

SPECIFICATION

CONFORMITY DECLARATION

REGULATORY INFORMATION

COMMONLY USED TERMS

WARRANTY AND SERVICE

WARNING:

Never leave the charger unattended when
charging the battery.

LiPo batteries pose a severe risk of fire if not
properly handled.

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of SkyRC T100 AC Dual Balance Charger. This
unit is simple to use, but the operation of a sophisticated automatic charger such
as SkyRC T100 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 T100 is a twin-channel charger with two independent circuits which can
charge batteries of varying chemistries (LiPo/LiFe/Lilon/LiHV/NiMH/NiCd/Pb)
simultaneously. Its sleek design allows easy front-loading plug-in convenience of
balancing and XT60 ports. It is not only compact in size but also powerful in
output with maximum 100W charging power and 5A charging current which
makes charging more sufficient. With the new AGM and cold charge modes, the
user is free to charge their PB and AGM batteries in cold days.

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!

LCD Display

Scroll Through the Main Menu
Stop Any Charge Processes

Alter Values
See the Status of Individual
Cells in Balance Charge Mode

Switch From
Channel A to B or
Vice Versa

AC Input 100-240V

Resume or Start
Charge Processes

LED Indicator

Balance Lead
Socket

Output Socket

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SPECIAL FEATURES

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Twin-channel Charger

SkyRC T100 allows you to plug 2 batteries into one charger simultaneously, and it will
intelligently and automatically initiate the charging of 2 batteries at once to their maximum
capacity. To top it all, 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.

Optimized Operating Software

SkyRC T100 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!

Battery Memory (Data Store/Load)

The charger can store up to 10 different charge profiles for your convenience. 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.

AGM and Cold Charge Modes

With the new AGM and cold charge modes, the user is free to charge their PB and AGM
batteries in cold days.

Terminal Voltage Control(TVC)

The charger allows user to change the end voltage. (for expert user only)

Internal Independent Lithium Battery Balancer

SkyRC T100 employs an individual-cell-voltage balancer. It isn't necessary to connect an
external balancer for balance charging.

Adaptable to Various Type of Lithium Battery

SkyRC T100 is adaptable to various types of lithium batteries, such as LiPo, LiIon, LiFe and
the new LiHV batteries.

Balance and Storage Mode of Lithium Battery

Function of the two modes differs from each other. "BALANCE CHG" can balance each cells
of battery sufficiently during charging, while "STORAGE" has the capacity to control the final
battery voltage,which is necessary and helpful for a rarely used battery.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

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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 the battery 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.

Battery Meter

The user can check battery voltage and battery 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.

Processing Time Limit

You can also limit the maximum process time to avoid any possible defect.

Battery Icon & Percentage of Charge Display

It's more intuitive to indicate the current real-time battery power with the battery icon and
percentage of charge.

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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 AC input voltage is 100~240V AC

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 to ensure it
meets the requirements of this charger. |f 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

LiFe

3.3V/cell

3.6V/cell

3.3V/cell

≦4C

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

NiMH

1.2V/cell

1.5V/cell

n/a

1C-2C

1C-2C

0.1-1.1V/cell 0.1-1.1V/cell

LiIon

Nominal
Voltage

Max Charge
Voltage

Storage
Voltage

Allowable
Fast Charge

Min. Discharge
Voltage

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.

LiPo

3.7V/cell

3.6V/cell

4.2V/cell

4.1V/cell

3.7V/cell

3.8V/cell

≦1C

≦1C

3.0-3.3V/cell 2.9-3.2V/cell 2.6-2.9V/cell

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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 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 quick­charge 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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WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

Attention should be paid to the connection of lithium battery especially.

Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack arbitrarily.

Please get highlighted that lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in
series. In the parallel connection, the battery s capacity is calculated by
multiplying single battery capacity by the number of cells with total voltage stay
the same. The voltages imbalance may cause fire or explosion .Lithium battery is
recommended to charge in series.

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PROGRAM FLOW CHART

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
LiPo BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
LiFe BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
LiIo BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
LiHV BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM

NiMH BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM

NiCd BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM

Pb BATT

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM

BATT METER

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
BATT RESISTANCE

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
SYSTEM SETTING->

DECINC

BATT/PROGRAM
BATT MEMORY

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

START

ENTER

INC

LiPo BALANCE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

LiFe BALANCE

2.0A 13.2V (4S)

Lilo BALANCE

2.0A 14.4V (4S)

LiHV BALANCE

2.0A 15.2V (4S)

NiMH CHARGE
CURRENT 2.0A

NiCd CHARGE
CURRENT 2.0A

Pb NORMAL CHG

2.0A 12.0V

0.000 V

0.000 V

3.722 V

0.000 V

5.1 3.0 mΩ

5.3 3.5 mΩ

Safety Timer
ON 120Min

[ BATT MEMORY 1 ]
ENTER SET->

STARG/ENTER>3 Seconds

LiPo BALANCE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

[ BATT MEMORY 2 ]
ENTER SET->

[ BATT MEMORY 3 ]
ENTER SET->

Pb NORMAL CHG

2.0A 6.0v

Pb AGM CHG

2.0A 6.0V 2.0A 6.0V

LiPo CHARGE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

DEC

INC

LiFe CHARGE

2.0A 13.2V (4S)

DEC

INC

Lilo CHARGE

2.0A 14.4V (4S)

DEC

INC

LiHV CHARGE

2.0A 15.2V (4S)

DEC

INC

NiMH RE-PEAK
1

DEC

INC

NiCd RE-PEAK
1

DEC

INC

Pb AGM CHG

2.0A 12.0V 2.0A 12.0V

DEC

0.000 V

(Connect the main battery socket)

0.000 V

INC

3.627 V

MAIN 7.35V

0.000 V

H3.724V L3.627V

DEC

INC

TOTAL: 16.8mΩ

DEC

INC

Capacity Cut-Off
ON 5000mAH

DEC

Stop

Version

Batt Type

HW:1.00 SW: 1.00

START

BATT TYPE
LiPo

ENTER

[ BATT MEMORY 1 ]
C:2.0A

INC

LiPo CHARGE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

DEC

START

BATT TYPE

ENTER

STARG/ENTER>3 Seconds

NiMH CHARGE
CURRENT 2.0A

START

BATT TYPE

ENTER

INC

ENTER CHARGER
LOAD……

DEC

INC

Pb COLD CHG

DEC

INC

LiPo STORAGE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

DEC

INC

LiFe STORAGE

2.0A 13.2V (4S)

DEC

INC

Lilo STORAGE

2.0A 14.4V (4S)

DEC

INC

LiHV STORAGE

2.0A 15.2V (4S)

DEC

INC

Pb COLD CHG

DEC

(Connect battery via balance board)

NiMH Sensitivity
D.Peak 4mV

Load Factory Set

BATT VOLTAGE

[ BATT MEMORY 1 ]
LiPo 14.8V (4S )

LiPo STORAGE

2.0A 14.8V(4S)

BATT VOLTAGE

9.6V(8S)

[ BATT MEMORY 2 ]
C:2.0A

NiMH RE-PEAK
1

BATT VOLTAGE

6.0V

[ BATT MEMORY 3 ]
C:2.0A

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

ENTER

DEC

INC

14.8V ( 4S )

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

NiMH

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

Pb

DEC

STARG/ENTER>3 Seconds

NiCd Sensitivity
D.Peak

4mV

DECINC

Key Beep ON
Buzzer ON

CHARGE CURRENT

2.0A

SAVE PROGRAM
SAVE….

CHARGE CURRENT

2.0A

[ BATT MEMORY 2 ]
NiMH 9.6V (8S )

CHARGE CURRENT

2.0A

[ BATT MEMORY 3 ]

Pb 6.0V

START

TVC=YOUR RISK

4.20V

ENTER

START

SAVE PROGRAM
ENTER

ENTER

INC

TRICKLE

100mA

DEC

SAVE PROGRAM
SAVE….

INC

SAVE PROGRAM

DEC

SAVE PROGRAM
SAVE….

DECINC

DECINC

ENTER

INC

PEAK DELAY
1Min

DEC

START

SAVE PROGRAM

ENTER

DECINC

ENTER

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EXPLANATION OF BUTTONS

BATT/PROG

Stop

DEC INC

ENTER

Start

BATT PROG / STOP Button:

It is used to stop the progress or go back to previous step/screen

DEC Button:

It is used to go through the menus and decrease the parameter value

INC Button:

It is used to go through the menus and increase the parameter value

ENTER / START Button:

It is used to enter parameter or store parameter on screen.

CHANNEL Button:

It is used to switch from Channel A to B or vice versa.

When changing a parameter value in the program, press the START/ENTER button to

make it blink, then change the value by pressing the DEC and INC button. The value will

be stored by repressing the START/ENTER button. If there is a second parameter to edit

on the same screen, it will begin blinking after you confirm the first parameter value.

When starting the progress, press and hold the START/ENTER button for 3 seconds.

When stopping the progress or go back to previous step/screen, press the BATT

PROG/STOP button once.

When you first power the charger on it displays the last processes used. From here you

can change the battery type or press enter to change the charge process, charge current

rate and/or battery cell count, If you are charging a battery identical to the last one used

and want to perform the same process then simply press the start to begin that process.

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