SkyRC T6200 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALINSTRUCTION MANUAL

TOUCH SENSITIVETOUCH SENSITIVE

3.2”3.2”

COLOR LCD SCREENCOLOR LCD SCREEN

(320x240 dot)(320x240 dot)

200Watt200Watt200Watt

Manufactured by

SKYRC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

www.skyrc.com

All specifications and figures are subject to change without notice.
Printed in China 2013
7504-0347-01

Professional Balance Charger / Discharger
Battery Meter / Motor RPM Tester / Servo Tester

Version 1.01

TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

MAIN FEATURES

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

HOMEPAGE

OPERATION PROGRAM

CHARGING STATUS MONITOR

USING THE CHARGE CONTROL SOFTWARE “CHARGE MASTER”

BATTERY METER

MOTOR RPM TESTER

SERVO TESTER

MEMORY PRESET-DATA STORE/LOAD

SETTING

ERROR MESSAGE

SPECIFICATION

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

CONFORMITY DECLARATION AND LIABILITY EXCLUSION

WARRANTY AND SERVICE

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of the SKYRC T6200 Professional Balance Charger/
Discharger Battery Meter / Motor RPM Tester / Servo Tester from SKYRC Technology
Co., Ltd. This unit is simple to use, but the operation of a sophisticated automatic charger
such as SKYRC T6200 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 T6200 represents the newest technology of chargers with its advanced touch
system. As it is a “touch” charger, of course the screen plays an important role in this
system. We equip it with a 3.2” (320*240 dot) touch sensitive color LCD screen. It is
intuitive as all the operating instruction and changing status can be displayed in this
screen and the touch screen can register the users' input precisely so that the users can
have a wonderful and comfortable “touch” experience.

When the charger is working, the users could check the information of charging capacity,
cell voltage, charging time, external and internal temperature easily. What's more, it can
also display the voltage in a graphic which helps the user monitor the charging status all
the time.

SKYRC T6200 is a high-performance, micro processor 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-Ferrum (LiFe) and Lithium-Ion
(LiIon) batteries; maximum 12A charge current; maximum 200W charge power. It can be
powered by a 12V car battery or a high quality AC-DC power supply in the range of 12V
to 18V DC output, with minimum current rating of 20A to insure reliable performance.

When a NiMH/NiCd battery is fully charged, the unit terminates the process using the
Delta-Peak method. Lithium and lead (Pb) batteries are charged using the CC-CV
method.

The fan cooling system is so smart and efficient. The fan speed is controlled by internal
temperature sensor.

It also adds lithium Battery Volt Meter, Motor RPM Tester and Servo Tester functions. It is
convenient for user to get some useful information with this charger.

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.

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!

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INTRODUCTION

MAIN FEATURES

Color LCD
Touch Screen

3.2"(320x240 dot)

Air Intake
Duct

Cooling

Fan

Temperature
Probe Socket

DC Input

11-18V AC

Balance Socket-XH

Battery Socket

USB Port for PC
Control & Firmware
Upgrade

FEATURES

Touch System

Equipped with a 3.2” touch sensitive color LCD screen, it is intuitive as all the operating and
changing status can be displayed in this screen. What's more, the touch screen can register the
users' input precisely so that the users can have a wonderful and comfortable “touch” experience.

Optimized Operating Software

SKYRC T6200 Charger 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!

Charging Status Monitor

When the charger is working, the users could check the information of charging capacity, cell
voltage, charging time, external and internal temperature easily. What's more, it can also display the
voltage in a graphic which helps the user monitor the charging status all the time.

Internal Independent Lithium Battery Balancer

SKYRC T6200 Charger 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 T6200 Charger 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 T6200 Charger is adaptable to various types of lithium batteries, such as LiPo, LiIon and the
new LiFe series of batteries.

Tilt Stand

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Multiple Balancing Board

Brushless Motor
Sensor Port

Servo/ESC Port

USB 5V/1A

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.

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.

Memory Preset

The charger can store up to 5 different charge/discharge 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.

Terminal Voltage Control (TVC)

The charger allows user to set the charge/discharge end voltage.

Battery Volt Meter

The user can check Lithium battery's total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and each
cell's voltage; and can check Nickel and Pb battery's total voltage.

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MAIN FEATURES

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

Motor RPM Tester

Users connect the sensor motor and charger with sensor wire, set the pulse width and test the RPM
of the motor.

Servo Tester

Connect the servo and the charger with wire, change the pulse width value and check whether the
servo works or not.

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, and for checking how well
the battery receives fast charges.

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.

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.

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.

Processing Time Limit

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

PC Control Software “Charge Master”

There is a mini USB port in the charger which can be used to connect it to the PC. You need optional
USB cable (USB A Male to Mini B Male) which is not included in the package. The free “Charge
Master” software gives you unparalleled ability to operate the charger through your computer. You
can monitor pack voltage, cell voltage and other data during the charging, view charge date in real­time graphs. And you can initiate, control charging and update firmware from “Charge Master”.

When your charger is connected to computer, the “Charger Master” takes over the control of charger.
You can control and operate the charger via the “Charger Master” only.

Multi-Language and Four Color Theme Optional

There are two languages and four kinds of color theme stored in the charger and users could select
the display language and color theme as basing on personal preference.

Inner resistance of battery pack

Measure Inner resistance of battery pack inclusively all connectors and leads.

This function is available by connecting optional temper ture probe which is not included in the package.a

Users can control and monitor the charge through computer when Charge Master software is installed.
You can download Charge Master software from our website

www.skyrc.com

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.

This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, non-flammable and non­conductive surface. Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar surface. Keep all
flammable volatile materials away from the 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. Fire or explosion can occur due to overcharging.
This warranty is not valid for any damage or subsequent damage arising as a result of a
misuse or failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual.

To avoid short circuiting between the charge lead, always connect the charge cable to the
charger first, then connect the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.

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 (pose an explosion hazard)
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.

Standard Battery Parameters

Nominal Voltage
Max Charge Voltage
Storage Voltage
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 LiIon LiFe

3.7V/cell 3.6V/cell 3.3V/cell

4.2V/cell 4.1V/cell

3.7V/cell3.8V/cell 3.3V/cell

3.0-3.3V/cell 2.9-3.2V/cell 2.6-2.9V/cell 0.1-1.1V/cell 0.1-1.1V/cell

3.6V/cell

NiCd MiMH

1.2V/cell 1.2V/cell 2.0V/cell

1.5V/cell 1.5V/cell 2.46V/cell

n/a n/a n/a

Fire Hazard!WARNING

Pb

1.8V/cell

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WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES HOMEPAGE

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 gold-plated should be fitted to both ends.

Always refer to the manual by the battery manufacturer pertaining to charging methods.
Operate according to their recommended charging current and charging time. lithium
batteries, in particular, should be charged strictly according to the manufacturer’s
instruction.

Close attention should be paid to the connection of lithium batteries.

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 the
battery's capacity by the number of cells, bearing in mind that total voltage stays the
same. If the voltage is imbalanced, it may cause a fire or explosion. Lithium batteries are
recommended to charge in series.

Discharging

The main purpose of discharging is to clean the residual capacity of the battery, or to
reduce the battery' voltage to a defined level. The same attention should be paid to the
discharging process as the charging process. The final discharge voltage should be set up
correctly to avoid deep discharging. Lithium batteries cannot be discharged to lower than
the minimum voltage, or it will cause a rapid loss of capacity or a total failure. Generally,
lithium batteries don't need to be discharged. Please pay attention to the minimum voltage
of lithium batteries to protect them.

Some rechargeable batteries have a memory effect. If they are partly used and recharged
before the whole charge is accomplished, they remember this and will only use that part of
their capacity next time. This is a 'memory effect' It is said that NiMH and NiCd batteries
are suffering from memory effect. NiCd has more ‘memory effect’ than NiMH.

Lithium batteries are recommended to be discharged partially rather than fully. 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 reached until it has been
subjected to 10 or more charge cycles. The cyclic process of charge and discharge will
optimize the capacity of battery pack.

HOMEPAGE

When you power on the charger, you will see following screen. That is the homepage of the system.

①

③

⑧

②

④

LiPo

BATT TYPE

CELLS CAPACITY

6S

Pb

LiPo

Lilon

C6.0A / D2.0A

OPERATION

VOLT METER

CHARGE

DISCHARGE

PRESET

P1

STARTSETTING

mAh

⑤

①

It indicates the current settings(battery type / battery cells / charge current/discharge current).

②

Batt Type - Battery Type selection button

③

Operation - Operation Program selection button

④

Cells - Battery Pack Cells number selection button

⑤

Battery Capacity & Charge/Discharge Current selection button

⑥

Setting –System setting, safety protection and charger parameter settings are here.

⑦

Memory Preset –5 different charge/discharge profiles are stored here.

⑧

Start button

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10 11 12

LiPo

BATT TYPE

CELLS CAPACITY

6S

Pb

LiPo

Lilon

⑥ ⑦

13

C6.0A / D2.0A

OPERATION

VOLT METER

CHARGE

DISCHARGE

PRESET

P1

STARTSETTING

mAh

9

Battery type: LiPo/Lilon/LiFe/NiMH/NiCd/Pb

10

Battery cells

11

Charging current (0.1-12.0A)

12

Discharging current (0.1-5.0A)

13

No. of preset (P1-P5)

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