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VOLTCRAFT 1490909 Operation Manual

Operating Instructions
Multifunctional charger “V-Charge 120 Touch Duo”
Item No. 1490909
Table of Contents
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1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Explanation of Symbols ....................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................................5
4. Scope of Delivery ................................................................................................................................................. 5
5. Safety Notes ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
6. Rechargeable Battery Notes .............................................................................................................................. 10
a) General ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
b) Additional Information about Lithium Batteries ............................................................................................ 11
7. Usable Rechargeable Battery Types .................................................................................................................13
8. Operating Elements ........................................................................................................................................... 14
9. Commissioning .................................................................................................................................................. 15
a) Connection to a Voltage/Current Supply .....................................................................................................15
b) Connection of a Rechargeable Battery to the Charger ................................................................................ 16
c) General Information on Operation of the Menus ......................................................................................... 18
10. Lithium Batteries (LiPo, LiIon, LiFe) ...................................................................................................................19
a) General ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
b) Charging Batteries without Balancer Connection ("CHARGE") ................................................................... 20
c) Charging Batteries with Balancer Connection ("BALANCE") ...................................................................... 22
d) Fast Charge ("FAST CHG") .........................................................................................................................23
e) Storing Batteries ("STORAGE")...................................................................................................................23
f) Discharging Battery ("DISCHARGE") .......................................................................................................... 24
11. NiMH and NiCd Rechargeable Batteries ...........................................................................................................25
a) General ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
b) Charging Batteries ("CHARGE") .................................................................................................................26
c) Automatic Charge Mode ("AUTO CHG.") .................................................................................................... 27
d) Recharge Rechargeable Battery Again ("RE-PEAK") .................................................................................28
e) Discharging Battery ("DISCHARGE") .......................................................................................................... 28
f) Cycle Programme ("CYCLE") ...................................................................................................................... 29
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12. Lead Batteries (Pb) ............................................................................................................................................30
a) General ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
b) Charging Batteries ("CHARGE") .................................................................................................................31
c) Discharging Battery ("DISCHARGE") .......................................................................................................... 32
13. Voltage indication ...............................................................................................................................................33
14. Loading/Changing/Saving Rechargeable Battery Data .....................................................................................34
15. System Menu .....................................................................................................................................................35
16. USB Output ........................................................................................................................................................37
17. PC Software .......................................................................................................................................................37
18. Warning Messages on the Display ....................................................................................................................38
19. Maintenance and Cleaning ................................................................................................................................39
20. Disposal ............................................................................................................................................................. 39
a) Product ........................................................................................................................................................ 39
b) Batteries/Rechargeable Batteries ................................................................................................................ 39
21. Technical Data ...................................................................................................................................................40
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1. Introduction
Dear Customer,
thank you for making the excellent decision of purchasing this Voltcraft® product.
Voltcraft® - This name stands for above-average quality products in the areas of measuring, charging and grid technol­ogy, characterised by technical competence, extraordinary performance and permanent innovation.
Whether you are an ambitious hobby electronics technician or a professional user - a product of the Voltcraft® brand family will provide you with the best solution for even the most sophisticated of tasks. Special features: We offer the sophisticated technology and reliable quality of our Voltcraft® products at a near-unbeatable price/performance ratio. We lay the groundwork for long, good and successful cooperation.
Enjoy your new Voltcraft® product!
All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
If there are any technical questions, please contact:
International: www.conrad.com/contact
United Kingdom: www.conrad-electronic.co.uk/contact
2. Explanation of Symbols
The symbol with a lightning bolt in a triangle is used where there is a health hazard, e.g. from electric shock.
The exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important notes in these operating instructions that must be
observed strictly.
The arrow symbol indicates that special advice and notes on operation are provided.
The product is intended for use in dry indoor rooms only; it must not become damp or wet.
Observe the operating instructions.
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3. Intended Use
The charger "V-Charge 120 Touch Duo" has two charge/discharge channels independent of each other.
The charger is operated via a contact-sensitive colour display on which all required displays and operating elements are shown.
The charger is used to charge and discharge rechargeable batteries of the type NiMH/NiCd (1 - 15 cells), LiPo/LiIon/LiFe (1 - 6 cells) and lead acid batteries (1 - 10 cells, 2 V - 20 V).
The charging current can be set between 0.1 A und 12.0 A for each of the two channels. The maximum charging output per channel is 120 W; the total charging output of the charger is 240 W.
The discharging current can be set between 0.1 A and 5.0 A for each of the two channels. The maximum discharging output per channel is 10 W; the total discharging output of the charger is 20 W.
For each of the two charge/discharge channels, there is a connection for a temperature sensor available for battery monitoring (not enclosed, can be ordered as an accessory).
For multi-cell lithium rechargeable batteries, each charge/discharge channel has a separate balancer. Two matching balancer boards (with XH-connections) are enclosed.
The charger has an integrated mains unit to permit operation on mains voltage (switchable between 115 and 230 V/AC, 50/60 Hz). The charger may, however, also be alternatively operated on a stabilised direct voltage of 11 - 18 V/DC (e.g. via an external vehicle lead battery or a suitable mains adapter).
The safety notes and all other information in these operating instructions always have to be observed!
Read the operating instructions carefully and attentively, and keep them for later reference. Only pass the product on to any third parties together with the operating instructions.
Use other than that described above can lead to damage to the product and may involve additional risks such as, for
example, short circuits, re, electrical shock etc. The entire product must not be modied or converted, and the casing
must not be opened!
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements.
4. Scope of Delivery
• Multifunctional charger
• 2x XH adapter (balancer board)
• Mains cable
• Software CD
• Operating instructions
Current operating instructions
Download the current operating instructions via the link www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code displayed. Observe the instructions on the website.
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5. Safety Notes
Read the operating instructions attentively and particularly observe the safety notes. If the safety notes and the information in these operating instructions regarding proper handling are not observed, we assume no liability for any resulting injury/property damage. In such cases, the warranty/guarantee will also lapse.
a) General
• The unauthorized conversion and/or modication of the product is inadmissible because of safety and
approval reasons. Never dismantle the product!
• Maintenance, adjustment, or repair work must only be carried out by a specialist/a specialist workshop. The device contains no parts that require servicing or adjusting by you.
• The product is not a toy and must be kept out of reach of children!
The product must only be set up, used or stored in places that are not accessible to children. The same applies for rechargeable batteries.
Pay particular attention when children are present! Children may change the settings or short-circuit the
rechargeable battery/batteries, which may lead to re or explosion. Danger to life!
• In schools, training centres, hobby and self-help workshops, the use of the product must be supervised
by responsible trained personnel.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability Insurance As­sociation for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to be observed.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous toy for children!
• Handle the product with care; impacts, shock or fall even from low heights will damage it.
• If you are not sure about the correct operation or if questions arise which are not covered by the operat-
ing instructions, please do not hesitate to contact us or another specialist.
b) Mains cable/mains voltage
• Before connecting the charger to the mains voltage, the right mains voltage must be set at the charger. For this, put the voltage selection switch into the correct position (115 V/AC or 230 V/AC). If this is not observed, the charger will be destroyed. Loss of warranty/guarantee!
• Product setup corresponds to protection class I. It must only be connected to a proper protective contact mains socket. Observe that the housing or mains line insulation is not damaged or destroyed.
• The mains socket to which the plug-in mains unit is connected must be easily accessible.
• Do not pull the mains plug from the mains socket by pulling the cable.
• If the mains cable or charger are damaged, do not touch it. Danger to life from electric shock!
First switch off the mains voltage for the mains socket to which the mains cable is connected (switch off the corresponding circuit breaker or take out the fuse, then switch off the fault interrupter protection switch (FI circuit breaker) so that the mains socket is separated from the mains voltage on all poles).
Only then unplug the mains unit from the mains socket.
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If the charger is damaged, stop operating it. Take it to a specialised workshop or dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way.
If the mains cable is damaged, dispose of the damaged mains cable in an environmentally compatible
way. Do not use it anymore. Replace it with a new mains cable of the same specications.
c) Location for Installation
• The charger is intended for dry indoor use only. It must not become damp or wet. Never set it up near a bathtub, shower or similar!
If the charger is operated via the mains cable, there is danger to life from electric shock in case of mois­ture/wetness on the charger/mains cable!
• Avoid direct sun irradiation, strong heat or cold. Keep the charger away from dust and dirt. The same applies to any rechargeable battery that may be connected.
• Do not operate the charger inside of rooms or in bad ambient conditions where ammable gases, va­pours or explosive dust may be or are present! There is a danger of explosion!
• Choose a solid, at, clean and sufciently large surface for the charger. Never place the charger on a ammable surface (e.g. carpet, tablecloth). Always use a suitable, non-ammable, heatproof surface.
• Keep the charger away from ammable or easily inammable materials (e.g. curtains).
• Never cover the ventilation slits. There is a danger of overheating or re. Never push any objects into the
ventilation slots of the charger; There is a danger to life from electric shock! Never impair the function of the integrated fan.
• Do not place the charger on any valuable furniture surfaces without using a suitable protection. Other­wise, scratches, pressure points or discolourations are possible. The same applies to the rechargeable battery.
• Do not use the charger inside a vehicle.
• The charger must only be set up, used or stored in places that are not accessible to children. Children
may change the settings or short-circuit the rechargeable battery/battery pack, which can lead to an explosion. Danger to life!
• Avoid setup in direct proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic elds, transmitter aerials or HF
generators. This can affect the control electronics.
• Ensure that the cables are not crushed or damaged by sharp edges. Never place any objects on the cables.
• Do not place any containers lled with liquid, vases or plants, on or next to the charger/mains cable.
When these liquids get into the charger (or the plug connections of the mains cable), the charger will be
destroyed and there is a most severe danger of potentially fatal electric shock or re.
If the charger is operated via the mains cable, rst switch off the mains voltage for the mains socket to
which the mains cable is connected (switch off the corresponding circuit breaker or take out the fuse, then switch off the fault interrupter protection switch (FI circuit breaker) so that the mains socket is separated from the mains voltage on all poles). Only then unplug the mains plug of the mains cable from the mains socket.
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If the charger is operated via the DC input (11 - 18 V/DC), disconnect the charger from the voltage/ power supply.
Then disconnect the connected rechargeable battery from the charger. Do not use the charger again ­bring it to a specialist workshop.
d) Operation
• The charger may be operated either via the mains voltage (switchable 115 V/AC or 230 V/AC, 50/60 Hz) or via a stabilised direct voltage of 11 - 18 V/DC (e.g. via an external vehicle lead battery or a suitable mains adapter).
Use only one of the two connection types, but never both at once. This may damage the charger.
• Do not wear any metal or conductive materials, such as jewellery (necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc.) while you are working with the charger or batteries. A short-circuit at the rechargeable battery or charging cable poses a danger of burns and explosion.
• Do not operate the product unattended. Despite a considerable number of protective circuits, it is impos­sible to exclude the possibility of malfunctions or problems during the charging process.
• Ensure that there is sufcient ventilation during operation. Never cover up the charger. Leave enough of a distance (at least 20 cm) between charger and other objects. Overheating causes a danger of re!
• The charger must only be used to charge (or discharge) rechargeable batteries of types NiMH, NiCd,
LiIon/LiPo/LiFe and lead batteries. Never charge any other rechargeable battery types or non-recharge-
able batteries. There is great danger of re or explosion!
• Always connect the charging cable to the charger rst. Only then must the rechargeable battery be con-
nected to the charging cable.
When disconnecting, proceed in reverse order - rst disconnect the rechargeable battery from the charg­ing cable, then the charging cable from the charger.
If the order is chosen incorrectly, there may be a short-circuit of the charger plugs; there is a danger of
re and explosion!
• Never connect several charges to each other.
• The charger has two charging channels that are independent of each other, so that up to two recharge-
able batteries/rechargeable battery packs can be charged (or discharged) at once. However, only con­nect a single rechargeable battery/rechargeable battery pack to each of the two charging channels. Never connect the charging channels to each other!
• Only operate the product in moderate climate, never in tropical climate. For more information on accept­able environmental conditions, see the chapter "Technical Data".
• Never operate the device immediately after it was taken from a cold room to a warm room. The resulting condensation may lead to malfunctions or damage!
Let the product reach room temperature before taking it into operation again. This may take several hours!
• Avoid operation in direct proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic elds, transmitter aerials or HF
generators. This can affect the control electronics.
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• If you have reason to believe that the device can no longer be operated safely, disconnect it immediately and make sure it is not operated unintentionally.
Disconnect the charger from the voltage/current supply. Do not use the product any more after this, but take it to a specialised workshop or dispose of it in an environmentally compatible manner.
• It can be assumed that operation without danger is no longer possible if the device has any visible damage, the device no longer works, after extended storage under unsuitable conditions or after difcult
transport conditions.
• Keep the entire product at a dry, cool, clean site that is not accessible to children.
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6. Rechargeable Battery Notes
Although use of rechargeable batteries in everyday life is a matter of course today, there are many dangers and problems. In particular, with LiPo/LiIon/LiFe rechargeable batteries with their high energy content (in comparison with conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries), various
regulations must be observed in order to avoid the danger of explosion and re.
For this reason, always ensure that you have read and understood the following information and safety information when handling rechargeable batteries.
If the manufacturer of the rechargeable battery has provided any other information, read it carefully and observe it!
a) General
• Rechargeable batteries are no toys. Always keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave rechargeable batteries lying around openly. Children or pets may swallow them. If swal­lowed, consult a doctor immediately!
• Rechargeable batteries must not be short-circuited, taken apart or thrown into re. There is a risk of re
and explosion!
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin when touched without the use of adequate protective gloves.
• Never recharge normal (non-rechargeable) batteries. There is a risk of re and explosion!
Non-rechargeable batteries are meant to be used once only and must be disposed of properly when empty.
Only charge rechargeable batteries intended for this purpose. Use a suitable battery charger.
• Batteries must not get damp or wet.
• Place the charger and battery on a non-ammable, heat-resistant surface (e.g. stone tiles). Maintain enough distance from ammable objects. Leave enough distance between the charger and the re-
chargeable battery - never place the rechargeable battery on the charger.
• As both the charger and the battery heat up during the charge/discharge procedure, it is necessary to ensure sufcient ventilation. Never cover the charger or the rechargeable battery!
• Never use battery packs made up of different cells.
• Never leave the charging/discharging batteries unattended.
• Never recharge a battery directly in the model. Always remove the rechargeable battery from the model
for recharging.
• Always observe correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-) when connecting the rechargeable battery to your model or charger. Connecting the battery incorrectly will not only damage the model but also the re-
chargeable battery. There is a risk of re and explosion!
This charger has a mechanism that protects against connecting the poles incorrectly. Nonetheless, it is possible that an incorrectly connected battery may lead to damage in certain situations.
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• The charger has two charging channels that are independent of each other, so that up to two recharge­able batteries/rechargeable battery packs can be charged (or discharged) at once. However, only con­nect a single rechargeable battery/rechargeable battery pack to each of the two charging channels. Never connect the charging channels to each other!
• If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time (e.g. storage), disconnect any connected rechargeable battery from the charger and disconnect the charger from the voltage/current supply.
The charger has no mains switch. If you operate the charger via the mains cable, pull the mains plug from the socket when you no longer need the charger.
• Do not charge/discharge any battery that is still hot (e.g. caused by high discharging current from the model). Allow the rechargeable battery to cool down to room temperature before attempting to charge or discharge it.
• Never damage the exterior cover of a battery. There is a risk of re and explosion!
• Never charge/discharge damaged, leaking or deformed batteries. This can result in a re or explosion!
Dispose of any unusable rechargeable batteries in an environmentally compatible fashion. Do not con­tinue to use them.
• Remove the battery from the charger when it is fully charged.
• Recharge the rechargeable batteries about every 3 months. Otherwise, so-called deep discharge may
result, rendering the rechargeable batteries useless.
• Keep rechargeable batteries in a suitable location. Use a smoke detector in the room. The risk of re (or
the occurrence of toxic smoke) cannot be excluded. Special rechargeable batteries for the model con­struction area are subject to great stress (e.g. high charging and discharging currents, vibrations, etc.).
b) Additional Information about Lithium Batteries
Modern batteries with lithium technology do not only have a clearly higher capacity than NiMH or NiCd rechargeable battery packs but they also have a considerably lower weight. This makes this type of re­chargeable battery very interesting for application in model construction; so-called LiPo batteries (lithium­polymer) are often used here.
Rechargeable lithium batteries require special care when charging/discharging, as well as during operation and handling.
For this reason, we would like to provide you with some information in the sections below about the dangers and how you can avoid them, thus helping such batteries to maintain their performance for an extended period of time to come.
Additionally observe chapter 6. a).
• The outer shell of many rechargeable lithium batteries is only made of a thick foil and therefore very sensitive.
Never destroy or damage the battery, never let the battery fall and do not pierce the battery with any objects! Avoid any mechanical strain on the battery; never pull the connection cables of the battery!
There is a risk of re and explosion!
These guidelines must also be observed when the battery is inserted into the model or when it is re­moved from the model.
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• Ensure that the battery does not overheat during usage, recharging, discharging, transport or storage. Do not place the battery next to sources of heat (e.g. speed controller, motor), keep the battery away
from direct sunlight. There is a risk of re and explosion if the battery overheats!
The battery must never heat up to more than +60 °C (observe any additional information from the manufacturer!).
• If the battery is damaged (e.g. after the crash of an aircraft or helicopter model) or the exterior cover is soaked/has expanded, do not use the battery. Do not charge it anymore. There is a risk of re and explo-
sion!
Handle the battery with care, use suitable protective gloves. Dispose of the rechargeable battery envi­ronmentally compatibly.
Never keep such rechargeable batteries in an apartment or a house/garage anymore. Damaged or
bloated lithium rechargeable batteries may catch re suddenly.
• Only use a suitable charger to charge lithium batteries or use the correct charging procedure. Due to a risk of re and explosion, conventional chargers for NiCd, NiMH and lead batteries must not be used!
Always choose the right charging procedure depending on rechargeable battery.
• When charging a lithium battery with more than one cell, always use a so-called balancer (one is already integrated into the supplied charger).
• Charge LiPo batteries with a max. charging current of 1C (if not indicated otherwise by the battery manufacturer!). This means that the charging current may not exceed the capacity value imprinted on the battery (e.g. battery capacity 1000 mAh, max. charging current 1000 mA = 1 A).
With LiFe and LiIon batteries, you must observe the instructions of the battery manufacturer.
• The discharging current must not exceed the value printed on the battery.
For example, if a value of "20C" is printed on a LiPo battery, the max. discharging current is 20 times the battery's capacity (e.g. battery capacity 1000 mAh, max. discharging current 20C = 20 x 1000 mA = 20 A).
Otherwise, the battery will overheat, causing deformation/bloating of the battery or explosion and re!
The printed value (e.g "20C") does not generally refer to the constant current, but to the maximum cur­rent that the battery is capable of producing in the short-term. The constant current therefore should not be higher than one half of the given value.
• Observe that the individual cells of a lithium rechargeable battery must not be deep-discharged. A deep discharge of a lithium rechargeable battery will lead to permanent damage/destruction of the recharge­able battery.
If the model does not provide protection against total discharge or possess a visual display indicating a low battery, remember to switch off the model in time.
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7. Usable Rechargeable Battery Types
Rechargeable battery type LiPo LiIon LiFe NiCd NiMH Pb
Rated voltage (V/cell) 3.7 3.6 3.3 1.2 1.2 2.0
Max. charging voltage (V/cell)
Voltage for storage (V/cell) 3.8 3.7 3.3 - - -
Charging current for quick charge
Min. voltage after discharge (V/cell)
The voltages in the above table apply to a single cell. The data may deviate depending on manufacturer
(observe manufacturer's information!).
The max. charging and discharging currents are indicated with the capacity value "C".
A charging current of 1C corresponds to the capacity value imprinted on the battery (e.g. indicated battery
capacity 1000 mAh, max. charging current 1000 mA = 1 A).
Also observe the correct voltage setting for multi-cell battery packs. For example, the individual cells in a
two-cell battery pack may be switched in parallel or in series.
If the maximum permissible charging current for the rechargeable battery is exceeded or a wrong cell
number/voltage setting is chosen, there is a danger of destroying the rechargeable battery. There also is a
danger of re and explosion from the rechargeable battery!
Further notes on the max. charging current and the cell number/voltage can be taken from the data sheets
or the labels of the rechargeable batteries; these data take precedence over the information in the above table.
Important!
• Never charge battery packs made up of different cells (or cells from different manufacturers).
• Never charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries not listed in the above table.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries with integrated electronics.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries that are still connected to other devices (e.g. a speed controller).
• Never charge any damaged or bloated rechargeable batteries.
4.2 4.1 3.6 1.5 1.5 2.46
<= 1C <= 1C <= 4C 1C - 2C 1C - 2C <= 0.4C
>= 3.0 >= 2.9 >= 2.6 >= 1.0 >= 1.0 >= 1.8
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8. Operating Elements
1 Contact-sensitive colour display (touch screen)
2 Switch for mains voltage 115 V/AC or 230 V/AC
Before connecting the charger to the mains voltage, this switch must be inspected rst and put into the
corresponding position that corresponds to the mains voltage at the site of operation.
3 Mains socket for connecting the charger to the mains voltage
4 Fan
5 Channel 1: USB port to connect to a PC
6 Channel 1: Round sockets (4 mm) for rechargeable battery connection (red = plus/+, black = minus/-)
7 Channel 1: Balancer port for external balancer board
8 Channel 1: Socket for external temperature sensor (not enclosed, can be ordered separately)
9 Channel 2: Socket for external temperature sensor (not enclosed, can be ordered separately)
10 Channel 2: Balancer port for external balancer board
11 Channel 2: Round sockets (4 mm) for rechargeable battery connection (red = plus/+, black = minus/-)
12 Channel 2: USB port to connect to a PC
13 USB voltage/current output (5 V/DC max. 2.1 A)
14 Direct voltage input (11 - 18 V/DC, stabilised), e.g. to connect to an external vehicle lead battery
15 Fan
Either operate the charger via the mains voltage connection (3) or the direct voltage input (14). Never use
both inputs at the same time. This may damage the charger.
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