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HITEC X2 High Power Operation Manual

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WARNING: THE CHARGING AND DISCHARGING OF RC HOBBY BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE.

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  • Page 1 WARNING: THE CHARGING AND DISCHARGING OF RC HOBBY BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents: Introduction..........................03 Warning and Safety Notes.....................04 Product Layout..........................08 Speci cations..........................09 Features............................10 Battery & Power Supply Connections................12 Power Distribution........................13 Operation............................14 Program Flow Chart........................15 Charger Operation........................16 Lithium Battery Program ..............17 [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon] NiMH/NiCd Battery Program....................25 Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program....................29 Battery Meter..........................32 Battery Resistance Meter......................33 Memory Preset - Data Store/Load..................34...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    With dual inputs aff ording fl exible battery charging at home and in the fi eld, the X2 High Power also boasts Hitec’s innovative power distribution mode which allows you to effi ciently assign output power based on individual battery requirements, as well as being able to distribute power to a DC output port to power even more devices.

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Notes

    Warning and Safety Notes occur by persons who fail to follow these warnings or who fail to properly follow the instructions in this manual. Warning: Be sure to read this section for your own safety. Caution: Be sure to read this section to prevent accidents and damage to your charger.
  • Page 5 Warning and Safety Notes [cont.] To avoid a short circuit between the charge lead, always connect the charge cable to the charger fi rst, then connect the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting. Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries: •...
  • Page 6 Keep in mind that the gauge or thickness of your charging leads from the X2 High Power to your battery must be of an acceptable current rating to handle the applied charge current. For maximum safety and charging eff...
  • Page 7 Do not attempt to disassemble or modify Lithium or Lead-Acid battery packs. Discharging The X2 High Power discharging functions are for two specifi c purposes: • Refreshing the capacity of a Nickel-based battery that has lost capacity over time (NiMH or NiCd).

  • Page 8: Product Layout

    Product Layout The Set Contains: 1 x X2 High Power Charger 2 x XH Adaptor 2 x Charging Cables w/ Dean Connectors 2 x Charging Cables w/ XT-60 Connectors Power Cord RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE Cooling Fan AC Socket 100-240V DC Input 11-18V/DC Output 13.8V...
  • Page 9 AC Input 100 - 240 Volts AC DC Input 11 - 18 Volts DC Channel 1: 50 -120 Watts AC input Charge Circuit Power (CH1 + CH2 + PS = 250W) Channel 2: 50 -120 Watts AC input 10 - 150 Watts DC Output Charge Current Range 0.1 - 10.0 Amps x 2 0.1 - 2.0 Amps x 2...

  • Page 10: Features

    Features Dual Input and Power Distribution: The X2 High Power has a dual AC/DC input comprised of AC 100-240V and DC 11-18V. In DC mode, the power of each channel is 120W with an overall power of 240W. Power distribution is supported in AC mode, with the ability to power other DC powered devices using the chargers built-in DC output power supply.
  • Page 11 Features [cont.] 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 function is useful for ensuring a full battery charge. Delta-Peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd: This automatic charge termination program is based on the principle of the Delta-peak voltage detection.

  • Page 12: Battery & Power Supply Connections

    Battery & Power Supply Connections TO AVOID SHORT CIRCUITS, ALWAYS CONNECT THE CHARGE LEADS TO THE CHARGER FIRST, AND THEN TO THE BATTERY. REVERSE THE Warning SEQUENCE WHEN DISCONNECTING THE PACK. Battery Connection With Balance Adaptor. X1 CHARGER BALANCE ADAPTOR BALANCE DC 11-18V SOCKET...

  • Page 13: Power Distribution

    Powered by Automotive Battery or DC Power Supply: The DC power output port is used as the DC power input port when used with an external DC power source or 12-volt car battery. When used in this mode, the X2 High Power has a maximum charging output of 300 watts.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Resume or Start Charge Processes Confi rm Any Action Alter Values Exit to Main Menu See the Status of Individual Stop Any Charge Processes Cells in Balance Charge Mode BATT PROG / STOP Button: Stop a function in- progress or to go back to previous step/screen. DEC Button: Scroll through menus or decrease the parameter value.

  • Page 15: Program Flow Chart

    Program Flow Chart The ow chart depicts one channel as the example for both channels. Channel A and Channel B are identical. Note LiPo BALANCE LiPo CHARGE LiPo FAST CHG LiPo STORAGE LiPo DISCHARGE BATT/PROGRAM LiPo BATT 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S)

  • Page 16: Charger Operation

    Charger Operation The following section contains detailed procedures that must be followed to make the charger work. When you power the charger on, it will automatically enter the LiPo Battery balance program screen. Use the BATT PROG/STOP button to exit back to the BATT PROGRAM screen, or push ENTER/Start to continue. Once in the Battery Programming section use the <...

  • Page 17: Lithium Battery Program [Lip0/Lihv/Life/Lilon]

    This program is only suitable for charging/discharging Lithium chemistry batteries (LiPo, LiHV, LiIon and LiFe). The X2 High Power off ers the following lithium charge modes: Charge, Balance Charge, Fast Charge, Storage and Discharge. BEFORE SELECTING A CHARGE MODE, IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU SELECT THE CORRECT TYPE OF LITHIUM BATTERY TO BE CHARGED.
  • Page 18 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] You are now ready to begin charging. Press and hold the R:3SE R S:3SER ENTER/Start ► button until you see “BATTERY CHECK”, CANCEL(STOP) followed by the “CONFIRM (ENTER) / CANCEL(STOP)“ R:3SE R S:3SER screen. This screen displays the number of cells you set up CONFIRM(ENTER) as ”R”...
  • Page 19 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] See page 12 for the appropriate charging connections setup for this operation. First, select the correct battery type by following the LiPo BALANCE instructions on page 16. Once you have set the correct 2.7A 11.1V (3S) battery type, press the ►...
  • Page 20 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] Lithium Fast Charge Mode: Charging in Fast Charge Mode allows for a shorter charge time and will result in a slightly reduced charging capacity. To achieve maximum charge capacity, we recommend you use the Lithium Balance Charge Mode. If a fast charge is necessary, select the fast charge mode and follow the same charging instructions as for the Lithium Charge Mode or Lithium Balance Charge Mode.
  • Page 21 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] DURING CHARGING/DISCHARGING, THE BATTERY SHOULD BE PLACED INSIDE A FIRE PROOF/RETARDANT BAG AND ON A FIRE PROOF SURFACE Caution AWAY FROM OTHER COMBUSTIBLE OBJECTS. Once charging has commenced, the charger will display LP3s 2.7A 11.88V the following real-time information: battery type/cell FAS 005:39 00256 count, charging current, battery voltage, charging time and charged capacity.
  • Page 22 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] Press the ► button again and the voltage value will begin fl ashing. Use the + or ▬ buttons to adjust the value to the desired rate. The voltage and cell count should match the values listed on the battery label. You are now ready to begin charging.
  • Page 23 Lithium Battery Program [LiP0/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon cont.] DISCHARGING LITHIUM CHEMISTRY BATTERIES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY AND IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR Warning ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE DISPOSAL OF THE BATTERY. IF YOU CHOOSE TO DISCHARGE YOUR LITHIUM BATTERIES, MAKE SURE TO PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE MINIMUM VOLTAGE SETTING.
  • Page 24 ■ button at any time during the charging process to stop charging. Additional Lithium Battery Process Information: During the Lithium battery charging/discharging process, the X2 High Power can display a variety of information. Pressing the + button allows you to see the following: Voltage of each cell.
  • Page 25 Charge, Discharge, Re-Peak and Cycle. Selecting the Battery Type: After powering on the X2 High Power, it will default to the LiPo Balance charge screen, press the ■ button to exit this menu to revert back to the “BATT/ PROGRAM” SCREEN. Press the + or - key to select appropriate program for the battery type you wish to charge.
  • Page 26 NiCd/NiMH Battery Program [ cont.] NiCd/NiMH Auto Charge Mode: In this mode, the charger automatically detects the connected NiMH or NiCd battery and determines the proper full charge and cutoff thresholds. Setting the upper charge current limit for safe levels based on your battery specifi cations will ensure safe charging of your specifi c battery.
  • Page 27 Follow the instructions provided with your battery when setting the voltage cutoff . The X2 High Power will stop discharging when the battery has reached the preset voltage cutoff . Press and hold the ► button to begin discharging. Once NiMH 1.3A 10.42V...
  • Page 28 Pressing the ► button again will cause the number of cycle options to begin fl ashing. Use the + or ▬ buttons to change this to the number of cycles you want the X2 High Power to run. The X2 High Power can cycle the battery a maximum of 5 times consecutively.

  • Page 29: Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program

    Once the cycling process is complete, the screen will read “END: CYCLE” and the charger will emit a chiming sound. The X2 High Power will display the charge/ discharge capacity for each cycle. Using the + and ▬ buttons, you can scroll through this data for each cycle.
  • Page 30 Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program [ cont.] Pb Charge Mode: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHARGING YOUR BATTERY, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE WARNINGS AND SAFETY Warning INFORMATION CONTAINED ON PAGES 2 7. After selecting the correct battery type, use the + or ▬ buttons to change it to the “CHARGE“...
  • Page 31 When charging is complete, the screen will read “FINISHED” and the charger will emit a chiming sound. Additional Pb Process Information: During the Pb battery charging/discharging process the X2 High Power can display a variety of information. Using the + or - buttons you can also view the following information:...

  • Page 32: Battery Meter

    Battery Meter Battery Meter: You can use the battery meter function to check your battery’s total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage, and the voltage of each cell. Simply connect the battery to the charger via the main battery lead to the battery socket and the balance wires to the balance socket as shown below.

  • Page 33: Battery Resistance Meter

    Battery Resistance Measurement Battery Resistance Measurement: The X2 High Power has the ability to check your battery’s total internal resistance, highest total resistance, lowest total resistance and the resistance of each cell. Simply connect the battery to the charger via the main battery lead to the battery socket and the balance wires to the balance socket as shown below.
  • Page 34 DC Power Output Connection The Hitec X2 High Power charger has a unique function that enables you to connect an additional DC powered device to it, utilizing the DC power output port while the charger is being powered by AC power. DC port output power can be adjusted between 10-150 Watts (see page 13).

  • Page 35: Memory Preset - Data Store/Load

    10 batteries per channel. Data can be saved for each battery type and each charge mode available with the X2 High Power. This allows you to recall data for each battery when charging or discharging without having to set up the program over again.
  • Page 36 Memory Preset - Data Save/Load [ cont.] Per Cell Discharge Voltage: Press the ► button and the DSCH VOLTAGE per cell discharge voltage value will begin to fl ash. Use 3.0V/CELL the + or ▬ buttons to change the per cell discharge voltage, then press the ► button to confi rm your selection.

  • Page 37: Advanced System Set Up

    Advanced System Set Up The system will be set to its default parameters when powered on for the fi rst time. The screen displays the following information in sequence and the user can change any given value on each screen. To change a parameter value in the program, press START/ENTER to make that value blink.
  • Page 38 ITEM SELECTION DESCRIPTION Advanced System Set Up [ cont.] ITEM SELECTION DESCRIPTION NiMH Sensitivit This program is for NiMH/NiCd battery only. D.Pea k Default This program is for NiMH/NiCd batteries NiMH Sensitivit When the charger detects the delta peak Default: 4mV/Cell D.Pea k Default only.

  • Page 39: Warning And Error Messages

    Warning and Error Messages In the case of an error, the screen will communicate the cause of the error and emit an audible sound. An incorrect polarity is detected. The battery has been interrupted. The battery connection is incorrect. The balance connect is incorrect. The input voltage is less than 11V.

  • Page 40: Using The Charge Control Software [Charge Master]

    Using the Charge Control Software [ Charge Master] The free “Charge Master 3.02” software gives you the unparalleled ability to operate the charger through your computer. You can monitor pack voltage, cell voltage, and other data during charging, view the charge data in real-time graphs, or control charging and fi rmware updates from the “Charge Master 3.02.

  • Page 41: Commonly Used Terms

    Commonly Used Terms Commonly Used Terms: A, mA: Unit of measurement relating to a charge or discharge current. 1000 mA = 1A (A = Ampere, mA = Milliampere). Ah, mAh: Unit of measurement for the capacity of a battery (Amperes x Time Unit;...

  • Page 42: Conformity Declarations

    Conformity Declarations Hitec's X2 High Power Plus satisfi es all relevant and mandatory CE directives and complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B: 2010. For EC directives: The product has been tested to meet the following technical standards:...

  • Page 43: Disposal And Prop 65 Warning

    ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: For a period of one year from the date of purchase, HITEC RCD USA, INC. shall REPAIR OR REPLACE, at our option, defective equipment covered by this warranty, otherwise the purchaser and/or consumer is responsible for any charges for the repair or replacement of the charger.
  • Page 44 4. Ship prepaid (COD or postage-due returns will not be accepted) via a traceable common courier (UPS, insured parcel post, FedEx, etc.) to: Hitec RCD USA, Inc., Customer Service Center, 12115 Paine St., Poway CA 92064...
  • Page 45 W: www.hitecrcd.com | E: service@hitecrcd.com | P: 858.748.6948...

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