Horizon Hobby Onyx KX80 Manual

Horizon Hobby Onyx KX80 Manual

80w ac/dc multi-chemistry charger

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KX80
80W AC/DC Multi-Chemistry Charger
ONXC4101

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Summary of Contents for Horizon Hobby Onyx KX80

  • Page 1 ® KX80 80W AC/DC Multi-Chemistry Charger ONXC4101...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product. Meaning of Special Language...
  • Page 3: Charging Warnings

    • Always charge in a well-ventilated area. • Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged • Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if charger. the product malfunctions. • Never drop charger or batteries.
  • Page 4: Box Contents

    Box Contents 1. Onyx KX80 Multi-Chemistry Charger ® 2. AC Power Cord 3. Charging Cable, Banana to Deans 4. DC Cable with Alligator Clip Connector 5. Balance adaptor, JST-XH Features LCD Display Scroll Through the Main Menu Stop Any Charge Processes Balance Port DC Input/Output Alter Values...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications ONXC4101 Net Weight 390g Dimensions (L × W × H) 135 × 110 × 60mm AC Power Input Voltage 100–240V Display Type 2 × 16 LCD, Blue backlight 1 6S Balance Socket-XH, Temperature Probe Socket, External Port Battery Socket, DC Input/Output Delta Peak Detection: 3–15mV/cell / Default: 4mV/cell NiMH/NiCd...
  • Page 6: Special Features

    Storage mode is used for charging or discharging lithium Optimized Operating Software batteries not used for an extended period. The Onyx KX80 features an AUTO function that automatically Re-Peak Mode of NiMH/NiCd Battery sets the current during charging/discharging. When charging lithium batteries, this may prevent overcharging.
  • Page 7: Standard Battery Parameters

    Standard Battery Parameters LiPo LiIon LiFe LiHV NiCd NiMH Nominal Voltage 3.7V/cell 3.6V/cell 3.3V/cell 3.7V/cell 1.2V/cell 1.2V/cell 2.0V/cell Max Charge Voltage 4.2V/cell 4.1V/cell 3.6V/cell 4.35V/cell 1.5V/cell 1.5V/cell 2.46V/cell Storage Voltage 3.8V/cell 3.7V/cell 3.3V/cell 3.85V/cell Allowable Fast Charge ≤1C ≤1C ≤4C ≤1C 1C–2C 1C–2C...
  • Page 8 Program Flow Chart Continued from page 7 – BATT/PROGRAM 4.20 4.19 4.19V MAIN 12.58V BATT METER 0.00 0.00 0.00V H4.20V L4.19V ENTER – + – BATT/PROGRAM 3 mΩ TOTAL: 16 mΩ BATT RESISTANCE 0 mΩ ENTER – + – – –...
  • Page 9: Operation

    Program Operation 1. Connection Connecting to a power source There are two kinds of power inputs for the Onyx KX80, DC 11-18V and AC 100-240V. Choose one or the other and connect as shown. BATT PROG/STOP Button WARNING: Never connect AC and DC power to the Press to stop the current process or revert to previous step/ charger at the same time.
  • Page 10 2. Getting Started 5. Charging Status Monitor START/ENTER The flowcharts show the entire programming menu. Use these During charging process, real-time status flowcharts while learning to operate this charger. LP4s 1.5A 12.14V displays (see image, left). BAL 000: 50 00022 There are two main ways to set the charger.
  • Page 11 6. Program Stop During the charging process, press STOP to stop the charging process. 7. Program Complete When charging is complete, a tone sounds. Charging Program Operation programs are different, based on battery type. Follow the chart below. Battery Operation Description Type Program...
  • Page 12: Dc Power Supply

    DC Power Supply To use the Onyx KX80 as a power supply, connect it to an AC power source. When the left side green LED lights, the power supply is ready. The DC output power is adjustable from 10W to 80W. The output voltage is 13.8V. The power of DC output is shared with the charger power.
  • Page 13: Battery Memory Settings And Usage

    START/ENTER SAVE PROGRAM SAVE Battery Memory Settings and Usage The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for your convenience. The stored profiles can be Indicate the battery type and battery cell of [ BATT MEMORY 1 ] recalled quickly without having to navigate the setup process.
  • Page 14: System Setting

    Safety Timer 120Min Safety Timer System Setting 120Min Safety Timer Safety Timer 120Min The System Setting Screen displays the following information in sequence. These values can be changed by the user. To Capacity Cut-Off 120Min Safety Timer 5000mAH Capacity Cut-Off change parameter values, press the START/ENTER button to make the value blink, then use the INC or DEC buttons to increase 120Min 5000mAH...
  • Page 15: Battery Meter

    Battery Meter Warning and Error Messages The battery meter can check the battery’s total voltage, the The balance lead from the battery is not BALANCE WIRES highest and lowest voltage, and each cell’s voltage. connected to the charger, or it is faulty. NOT CONNECTED Connect the battery’s balance wire to the meter’s balance socket.
  • Page 16: 1-Year Limited Warranty

    1-Year Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers - Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and...
  • Page 17: Warranty And Contact Information

    Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it will be discarded. 10/2015 Warranty and Service Contact Information Country of Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address Purchase Horizon Service Center servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/ (Repairs and Repair Requests) 2904 Research Rd.
  • Page 18: Supplier's Declaration Of Conformity

    NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply Horizon Hobby, LLC with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 2904 Research Road 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide...
  • Page 20 ® © 2019 Horizon Hobby, LLC. Onyx, IC3, and the Horizon Hobby Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. Created 04/2019 | 60591...

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