Summary of Contents for Skyrc D200
- Page 1 D200 AC/DC Dual Balance Charger Soldering Station SkyRC Technology Co., Ltd. 2015 Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 SOLDERING IRON WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGE USING THE CHARGE CONTROL SOFTWARE “CHARGE MASTER” SPECIFICATION CONFORMITY DECLARATION COMMONLY USED TERMS... -
Page 3: Introduction
SKYRC D200 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 make full use of the power when charging a small battery in one channel and allocate all remaining power to charge another big battery pack. - Page 4 Switch from Resume or Start Charge Channel A to B or Processes Channel B to A Alter Values Scroll Through the Main Menu Stop Any Charge Processes See the Status of Individual Cells in Balance Charge Mode · 02 D200...
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Page 5: Special Features
Dual Input and Power Distribution The input of SKYRC D200 is AC 100-240V and DC 11-20V. In DC mode, the power of channel A is 200W and channel B is 100W. Total power is 300W. In AC mode, it supports power distribution, for example, Channel A is 150W, then Channel B is 50W, the total power is 200W. - Page 6 Adaptable to Various Type of Lithium Battery SKYRC D200 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.
- Page 7 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. Processing Time Limit: You can also limit the maximum process time to avoid any possible defect. D200 05 ·...
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Page 8: Warning And Safety Notes
0.1-1.1V/cell 0.1-1.1V/cell 1.8V/cell 3.0-3.3V/cell 2.9-3.2V/cell 2.6-2.9V/cell 3.1-3.4V/cell 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. · 06 D200... - Page 9 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. D200 07 ·...
- Page 10 This is a memory effect. It is said that NiCd and NiMH batteries are suffering from memory effect. NiCd has more memory effect than NiMH. · 08 D200...
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Page 11: Program Flow Chart
ENTER [ BATT MEMORY 3 ] START Pb CHARGE ENTER CHARGER [ BATT MEMORY 3 ] SAVE PROGRAM SAVE PROGRAM Pb 4.0V (2S ) 3.3A 4.0V(2P) LOAD…… C:3.3A D:1.5A SAVE…. ENTER ENTER STARG/ENTER>3s Pb DISCHARGE 1.5A 4.0V(2P) D200 09 ·... -
Page 12: Operation
If you have no request for LiPo Battery program, please press the BATT PROG/STOP button to enter BATT PROGRAM screen. · 10 D200... -
Page 13: Operating Program
Channel A and Channel B is identical. 1. Connection Connecting to power source There are two kinds of inputs for SKYRC D200, DC 11-20V and AC 100-240V. A. Operating in AC mode SKYRC D200 comes with built in switching power supply. You can connect the AC power cord directly to the main AC socket. - Page 14 The balance wire attached to the battery must be connected to the charger with the black wire aligned with the negative marking. Take care to maintain correct polarity! (See the wiring diagram below.) This diagram shows the correct way to connect your battery to the SKYRC D200 while charging. WARNING: Failure to connect as shown in this diagram will damage this charger.
- Page 15 If both numbers are not identical, press STOP to go back to previous screen to recheck the number of cells of the battery pack before going ahead. D200 13 ·...
- Page 16 Int. Temp 37 C Temperature probe is needed to show external temperature. Temp Cut-Off Cut off temperature 50 C Safety timer ON and duration of time in minutes. Capacity cut-off ON and the setting value of capacity. · 14 D200...
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Page 17: Charging Program
1 to 5 cyclic and continuous process of charge>discharge or discharge>charge is operable for battery refreshing and CYCLE balancing to stimulate the battery's activity. CHARGE This mode is for charging Pb battery. DISCHARGE This mode is for discharging Pb battery. D200 15 ·... -
Page 18: Battery Memory Set And Call Out
T V C = Y O U R R I S K Set the terminal voltage(4.18-4.25V). 4 . 2 0 V DEC INC S A V E P R O G R A M Press ENTER to save program. E N T E R START/ENTER · 16 D200... - Page 19 L O A D L i P o B A L A N C E C H G Press START/ENTER for 3 seconds to start the process. 4 . 9 A 7 . 4 V ( 2 S ) D200 17 ·...
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Page 20: System Setting
Celsius or Fahrenheit as you like. Fahrenheit A rest time allowing the battery to cool R e s t T i m e 1-60Min down between charging/discharging cycle. C H G > D C H G 1 0 M i n · 18 D200... - Page 21 Press ENTER to load factory default setting. E n t e r It indicates the hardware and firmware V e r s i o n H W : 1 . 0 0 F W : 1 . 1 0 version. D200 19 ·...
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Page 22: Battery Meter
The screen indicate the total voltage, the highest M A I N 2 5 . 1 3 V H 4 . 2 0 0 V L 4 . 1 8 2 V voltage and the lowest voltage. · 20 D200... -
Page 23: Battery Resistance Meter
The screen indicate each cell's resistance. 0 0 6 m Ω The screen indicate the total resistance, the highest T A T A L :2 8 mΩ H :1 2 mΩ L :5 mΩ resistance and the lowest resistance. D200 21 ·... -
Page 24: Soldering Iron
Any mishandling may lead to burns or fire. Do not use the soldering iron near flammable items such as Nitro Gas, LiPo Battery, and etc. For safety reason, DO NOT charge battery and soldering items at same time. · 22 D200... - Page 25 T e m p e r a t u r e U n i t to blink, press INC or DEC to change the unit. F a h r e n h e i t Press ENTER button again to confirm the selection. Replacement Parts Pencil Tip (SK-600090-01) Chisel Tip (SK-600090-02) D200 23 ·...
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Page 26: Warning And Error Message
The battery voltage is higher than the maximum voltage B A T T E R Y W A S F U L L which the user sets when charging in balance mode. · 24 D200... -
Page 27: Using The Charge Control Software "Charge Master
“A” plug and the opposite end is terminated with “micro-B” plug which can connect to charger directly. You can control, monitor, operate and upgrade two channels with one computer. The “Charge Master” can be download from www.skyrc.com. THESETCONTAINS 1. SKYRC D200 Charger 2. -
Page 28: Specification
Discharge Cut-off Voltage: NiMH/NiCd: 0.1-1.1V/cell LiPo: 3.0-3.3V/cell LiIon: 2.9—3.2V/cell LiFe: 2.6-2.9V/cell LiHV: 3.1-3.4V/cell Pb: 1.8V Discharge Wattage: 10Wx2 Balance Cells: 2-6 cells Memory: 10x2 Different Charge/Discharge Profiles Charge Method: CC/CV for Lithium Types and Lead (Pb) Batteries Delta-peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd. · 26 D200... -
Page 29: Conformity Declaration
CONFORMITY DECLARATION D200 satisfy all relevant and mandatory CE directives and FCC Part 15 Subpart B: 2014. For EC directives: The product has been tested to meet the following technical standards: EN 55014-1: Electromagnetic Compatibility - EN 55014-1:2006+ Requirements for household appliances, electric tools... -
Page 30: Commonly Used Terms
-.LiHV: multiply the total number of cells in the pack by 3.7V. A 4-cell LiHV wired in series will have a nominal voltage of 14.8 volts (4x3.7). If the nominal voltage of the battery is not printed on the battery's label, consult your battery manufacturer or supplier. Do not guess the rated voltage of battery. · 28 D200... -
Page 31: Warranty And Service
Liability exclusion This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of battery stated in this Instruction Manual. SkyRC accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for any purpose other than that stated. - Page 32 Manufactured by SKYRC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. www.skyrc.com All specifications and figures are subject to change without notice. Printed in China 2015.02 7504-0601-01...
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