FUTABA Multi Charger CR-2000 Instruction Manual

Multi Charger
CR-2000
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing a CR-2000.
The CR-2000 is a quick charger for the nickel cadmium and nickel metal hydride battery used
in radio control transmitters, receivers, and glow boosters. Since this charger can charge the
battery faster than ordinary chargers for home use, that much more care is required.
To fully display the performance of the charger and to use the charger safely, please read this
instruction manual thoroughly before use.
Do not leave the side of the CR-2000 during charging. If you sense an abnormality at
the charger or battery during charging, immediately stop charging. If the temperature of
the battery rises to 60｡C or higher, it is extremely dangerous. If the battery suddenly
becomes hot, immediately stop charging.
•When a nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride battery is new or has not been used for a long time,
the delta peak, which is the criteria for the end of charging, will be difficult to obtain and may not be
detected. If charging is continued, the battery will be overcharged and become abnormally hot and is
extremely dangerous.
Features of CR-2000
•Nickel cadmium and nickel metal hydride batteries for transmitter, receiver, and glow booster
can be charged.
•Auto cut by peak voltage detection
•Transmitter and receiver batteries or transmitter and glow booster batteries can be charged
simultaneously.
•The charging current can be changed. Transmitter: 0.5A~2.0A (0.1A steps), receiver:
0.05A~2.0A (0.05A steps), glow booster: 1A~2.5A (0.5A steps)
•The input voltage, output voltage, charging current, peak voltage, charging time, and
charging amount can be monitored on an LCD display.
Input power supply (parent power supply)
Use a 12V car battery or a power supply having an output capacity of 6A or more at
DC11~15V as the input power supply.
CR-2000 Ratings
•Input voltage:
DC11V~15V (low battery display at 10.5V)
•Corresponding batteries:
TX: 500~2,000mAh (6~8 cells)
RX: 50~2,000mAh (4~6 cells)
GLOW: 1,000~2,500mAh (1 cell)
(Specifications and ratings are subject to change without notice accompanying technical developments.)
Description of CR-2000 Parts
SELECT dial
Used to set (at current setting screen) the charging
current by setting and to switch the screen display
TX/RX/GLOW mode by pressing.
CHG LED display
Lights during charging.
TX output connector
Charging output for transmitter battery.
*TX and RX or TX and GLOW can be charged simultaneously.
*RX output and GLOW output cannot be used simultaneously. Only the
GLOW side is effective even if a battery is connected to both outputs.
Notes: Always read this manual before using the charger.
Store this manual where it can be used at any time.
•Copying of part or all of the contents of this manual without
prior permission is prohibited.
•The contents of this manual are subject to change without
prior notice.
•The contents of this manual should be complete, but if you
find any errors or omission, please contact us.
•Futaba is not responsible for the results of use of this
product by the customer.
•Charging current range:
TX: 0.5~2A, RX: 0.05~2A, GLOW: 1~2.5A
•Case size: 151x85x35mm
(Excluding projecting parts and cord compartment.)
•Weight: 355g
LCD display
Displays the charging current setting screen, output
data, input voltage, operation mode, and error state.
CURRENT button
Calls the charging current setting screen.
START button
Charging start/stop button
TX/RX/GLOW LED display
The output data corresponding to the lit LED is displayed on
the LCD display. (TX: Red, RX: Green, GLOW: Orange)
RX output connector
Charging output for receiver battery.
GLOW output connector
Charging output for glow booster battery.
Usage precautions
Do not use the charger near materials that may ignite.
•There is the danger of ignition by sparking when the battery is connected or disconnected.
Never charge a battery other than a nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride battery.
•Charging a noncompliance battery will cause the battery to overheat or give off sparks and is
extremely dangerous.
Never connect the battery in reverse.
•Reverse connection will cause the battery to overheat or will damage the inside of the charger.
Do not add an additional charge after charging.
•Auto cut will not function and the battery will overcharge and overheat and is extremely dangerous.
Never get the charger wet.
•The interior of the charger is a precision electronic circuit and the entry of water will cause erroneous
operation. If the charger gets wet, always have it repaired.
Do not charge a warm battery.
•The specified charging amount cannot be obtained and the battery performance will not be amply
displayed. Charge the battery after it has cooled.
Never charge a battery over its nominal capacity (1C).
•If a battery is charged with a current exceeding 1C, the battery will overheat and deteriorate.
Do not connect two or more battery packs to one output terminal.
•It is extremely dangerous because the battery will short circuit and auto cut will not function normally.
When power is taken from a car, do not operate the car ignition switch during charging.
Also, do not charge the battery while the car is in motion.
•It will cause input voltage changes and erroneous operation due to vibration, etc. When an
abnormality occurs while running, it cannot be coped with and is associated with serious accidents.
Do not perform charging with the charger sitting on vinyl, plastic, or other materials that
melt easily or on a car seat or other flammable article.
•The charger will heat up during charging. Also, the battery may also overheat for some reason.
Do not contact the metal parts of a glow booster into other live parts during charging.
•Shorting is extremely dangerous.
Avoid places where the charger will be exposed to direct sunlight. Perform charging
within the 5~40°C range.
•Normal charging will be impossible and will cause abnormal heating.
When charging a new battery or a battery that has not been used for a long time, auto
cut may not function. If the battery becomes abnormally hot, stop charging.
•When a nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride battery is new or has not been used for a long time,
the delta peak, which is the criteria for the end of charging, will be difficult to obtain and may not be
detected. If charging is continued, the battery will be overcharged and become abnormally hot and is
extremely dangerous. When the delta peak is not detected and auto cut does not function, it may be
possible to detect the delta peak by discharging and charging the battery 2~3 times using a standard
charging current charger.
Charge a battery that has been appropriately discharged.
•If a battery is repeatedly charged with a charge remaining, it may not return to its original
performance. The criteria for the charge remaining after discharge are 0.9V/cell.
Be careful that the cord is not pinched or shorted.
•If the cord is shorted, the battery may heat up and give off sparks.
During charging, check the charging amount at the data display screen. When the
charging amount becomes extremely large, stop charging.
•Auto cut may not function for some reason.
After the end of charging, disconnect the battery from the charger.
Meaning of Special Markings
Pay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks:
Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause death/serious injury
if not carried out properly.
Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious
injury to the user if not carried out properly, or procedures where the probability of
superficial injury or physical damage is high.
Procedures where the possibility of serious injury to the user is small, but there is a
danger of injury, or physical damage, if not carried out properly.
: Prohibited : Mandatory
Input cord (cigarette socket/clip)
Use the cigarette socket and clip appropriately.
The CR-2000 does not have a power switch. When the input
cord is connected, the power is automatically turned on.
Connect the red input clip to the + side of the input
power supply and the black clip to the - side.
Input clip (red)
(While pressing the side wall)
[Accessories]
The following charging cords (3 types) are supplied with the CR-2000 set. Use these cords
when charging a battery mounted in the fuselage and when charging the battery by
connecting the charger to the charging jack of a transmitter.
TX charging adapter (70cm)
Use when connecting the charger to the charging jack of
a transmitter.
(+) side (red)
(-) side (black)
Charging adapter (50cm)
Use when connecting the charger to a battery, etc. mounted
in the fuselage.
(+) side (red)
(-) side (black)
Charging adapter (200cm)
Use when connecting the charger to a battery, etc. mounted
in the fuselage.
(+) side (red)
(-) side (black)
Input clip (black)
Cigarette socket
[Cord storage example]
The photograph shows an example.
Open and close the cover while pressing the arrow
part in the photograph. If the cover is forced open,
the lock claw may be broken.
(+) side
Do not use the accessory TX
charging adapter (transmitter
extension cord) with other makes
(-) side
of transmitter. This extension cord
is designed to be used with
Futaba transmitters only.
•The polarity (+, -) of the transmitter
charging jack may be different.
Do not modify the accessory
charging adapter (extension cord).
•If shorted or connected in reverse, the
CR-2000 or the battery will be abnormally
heated and damaged.
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