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HITEC X2 Ultima Instruction Manual

Multi-chemistry, high-output, dual-charger system
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X2 Ultima Multi-Chemistry, High-Output, Dual-Charger System
Hitec RCD 2010
Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 X2 Ultima Multi-Chemistry, High-Output, Dual-Charger System Hitec RCD 2010 Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction............................02 Special features..........................04 Warning and safety notes......................07 Initial parameter set up (users set up)...................13 ..................15 ...............19 ery......................19 ........20 ....................21 Storage data program........................23 Load data program........................24 Warning and error message......................25 Conformity declaration.........................27 .................29 Commonly used terms.........................30 Warranty and service........................30...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of the X2 Ultima digital intelligent charger from Hitec RCD. You are now the owner of a professional charger/ discharger with battery management and integral balancer. LCD Screen Output 2 LED DC Input 11V~18V Temperature...
  • Page 4 NiCd/NiMH or 6 series of Lithium batteries with a maximum current of 10 amps. The X2 Ultima has an individual cell voltage balancer, so it does not require a separate balancer when charging Lithium batteries (LiPo/Li-Ion/LiFe) for voltage balancing.

  • Page 5: Special Features

    Special features Opt imized operating software The X2 Ultima features the AUTO function that sets the feeding current during the charging or discharging process . It can prevent overcharging which may lead to an explosion due to the user's fault, especially with Lithium batteries.
  • Page 6 SPECIAL FEATURES Adaptable to various types of Lithium batteries The X2 Ultima is adaptable to various types of Lithium batteries, such as Li-Ion, LiPo and the new LiFe series of batteries. Fast and storage mode of Lithium batteries The purpose of charging Lithium batteries varies. The ‘fast’ charge mode reduces the duration of charging.
  • Page 7 SPECIAL FEATURES PC- based analysis using USB Communication (for output 1 only) www.hitecrcd.com USB Power Supply...

  • Page 8: Warning And Safety Notes

    WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES These warning 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, 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.
  • Page 9 WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries: Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging: Charging...
  • Page 10 WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES batteries, in particular, should be charged according to the charging instructions provided by the manufacturer. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack arbitrarily. Please note that lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series. In the parallel connection, the battery’s capacity is calculated by multiplying the single battery’s capacity by the number of cells when total voltage stays the same.
  • Page 11 PROGRAM FLOW CHART...
  • Page 12 LITHIUM POLYMER BALANCE CHARGE PROGRAM CONNECTION DIAGRAM plugging supply clip attached to a car battery Important !!! Before connecting a battery, it is absolutely essential to check that you have set the parameters correctly. If the settings are incorrect, the battery may be to the battery.
  • Page 13 The balance wire attached to the battery must be connected to the charger’s balancing port. Take care to maintain correct polarity! (See wiring diagram below) This diagram shows the correct way to connect your battery to the X2 Ultima while charging in the balance charge program mode only. WARNING: Failure to connect as shown in this diagram will damage this charger.

  • Page 14: Initial Parameter Set Up (Users Set Up)

    INITIAL PARAMETER SET UP (USER’S SET UP) Initial parameter set up (user’s set up): The X2 Ultima will be operated with the default value of the essential user settings when information in sequence and the user can change the value of the parameter on each screen.
  • Page 15 INITIAL PARAMETER SET UP (USERS SET UP) An optional feature uses the temperature probe contacting the surface of the battery. The temperature cut-off can be on or off. If it is on, set the maximum temperature at which the charger should allow the battery to reach during charge. Once a battery reaches this temperature during the charge, the process will be terminated to protect the battery.
  • Page 16 LITHIUM BATTERY (LI-ION/LIPO/LIFE) PROGRAM Lithium battery (Li-Ion/LiPo/LiFe) program These programs are only suitable for charging and discharging Lithium batteries with a nominal voltage of 3.3V, 3.6V and 3.7V per cell. These batteries need to adopt a different charge technique termed constant current (CC) and a constant voltage (CV) method.

  • Page 17: Charging Lithium Battery In The Charge Mode

    CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERY IN THE CHARGE MODE Charging Lithium battery in the charge mode This charging mode is for charging Li-Po/Li-Ion/LiFe batteries without a balance lead. The left side of the first line shows the type of battery you choose. The value on the left of the second line of the charger is the current user set up.

  • Page 18: Charging Lithium Battery In The Balance Mode

    CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERY IN THE BALANCE MODE Charging Lithium battery in the balance mode This function is for balancing the voltage of Lithium-polymer battery cells while charging. In the balance mode, the battery needs to have a balance lead to connect to the individual balance port of the charger.

  • Page 19: Charging Lithium Battery In The Fast Charge Mode

    CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERY IN THE FAST CHARGE MODE Charging Lithium battery in the fast charge mode The charging current gets smaller as the process nears the end term of the Lithium battery charging process. To finish the charging process earlier, this program eliminates certain terms of the CV process.

  • Page 20: Lit Ery

    CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERY IN THE STORAGE MODE Charging Lithium battery in the storage mode This is for charging or discharging a Lithium battery not to be used immediately. The program will determine whether to charge or discharge the battery to the certain voltage depending on the voltage of the battery at its initial stage.

  • Page 21: Voltage Balancing And Monitoring In The Discharge Process

    “storage” and “discharging” process. If the voltage of any cell is abnormal, the X2 Ultima will show an error message and forcibly terminate the program. So if there is battery damage or a disconnection, you can see the error message and press the Inc button to know which cell is damaged.
  • Page 22 DISCHARGE OF NICD/NIMH BATTERY Discharge of NiCd/NiMH battery Set the discharge current on the left and the final voltage on the right. The range of the discharge current is 0.1 ~5.0A; the range of the final voltage is 0.1~25.0V. Press the Start/Enter key for more than 3 seconds to start the program.

  • Page 23: Discharging Of The Pb Battery

    CHARGING PB (LEAD-ACID) BATTERY IN THE CHARGE MODE Charging Pb (lead-acid) battery in the charge mode This program is only suitable for charging a Pb lead-acid battery with nominal voltage from 2 ~ 24V. The Pb lead-acid battery is completely different from the NiCd/NiMH batteries.

  • Page 24: Storage Data Program

    STORAGE DATA PROGRAM Storage data program For your convenience, the X2 Ultima has a data storage and load program. It can store the data of ten batteries, representing the respective specifications of each battery. You can call back the data when charging or discharging without re-setting the program.

  • Page 25: Load Data Program

    LOAD DATA PROGRAM Load data program This program loads the data stored at the “save data” program. Press the Start/Enter key to make the data field blink and press the INC or DEC for more than 3 seconds to load the data. Start Enter Choose the data number you want to call back.

  • Page 26: Warning And Error Message

    WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGE The X2 Ultima incorporates various protective and monitoring functions to verify functionality and the state of its electronics. In the case of an error, the screen displays the cause of the error with an audible sound.

  • Page 27: Recommended Accessories

    RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Temperature EH Adaptor XH Adaptor TP/FP Adaptor Sensor Cable HP/PQ Adaptor Tamiya Charging JST/BEC Charging Alligator Clip Cable Cable Charging Cable Futaba RX Charging Cable...

  • Page 28: Conformity Declaration

    CONFORMITY DECLARATION The X2 Ultima satisfies all relevant and mandatory EC directives and FCC Part 15 Subpart B: 2008. For EC directives: The product has been tested to meet the following technical standards: This symbol means that you must dispose of electrical equipment seperately from general household waste when such equipment reaches the end of its useful life.

  • Page 29: Maximum Circuit Power Chart

    MAXIMUM CIRCUIT POWER CHART Maximum circuit power chart (Output 1 & 2) The actual amount of charge current feeding to the battery is automatically limited to 200 watts each, so as not to exceed the charger's maximum rated charging power. The maximum discharge power is approximately 25 watts. The discharge current delivered to the charger is limited by the charger's internal thermal sensor for maximum discharge current.

  • Page 30: Liability Exclusion

    This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of batteries stated in this instruction manual. Hitec RCD accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for any purpose other than that stated. We are unable to ensure that you follow the instructions supplied with the charger and we have no control over the methods you employ for using, operating and maintaining the device.

  • Page 31: Commonly Used Terms

    COMMONLY USED TERMS Commonly used terms Final charge voltage: the voltage at which the battery's charge limit (capacity limit) is reached. The charge process switches from a high current to a low maintenance rate (trickle charge) at this point. From this point on, further high current charging would cause over-heating and eventual terminal damage to the pack.
  • Page 32 Manufactured by Hitec RCD. www.hitecrcd.com All specifications and figures are subject to change without notice. Printed in China 2010...

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