Monitoring System) you purchased a high quality and reliable measuring system for battery power supplies. We thank you for your faith in EMCOTEC GmbH and assure you that you have made the right decision! Years of experience in development and manufacturing of electronic systems went into the DPSI BMS.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Due to the manifold information indicated by the DPSI BMS, malfunctions in the receiver set can be detected: Sticky control rods or defective servos can be diagnosed due to higher current consumption. Eventual malfunction of a battery or in the battery switch (e.g.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Three printed circuit boards, equipped on both sides with most modern parts allow for optimal space usage and are integrated into a stable and ergonomic housing. Usage of pin-and-socket connectors allow for simple exchange of connector cables and guarantees maximum flexibility.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Summary: The DPSI BMS allows for full control of two independent batteries. This means: Two independent batteries connectable (galvanically separated) Two 12 bit A/D converters for high precision data acquisition Automatic On/Off switching; therefore only single switch necessary LC-Display with indication of voltage, current, capacity, operating time of each battery or both batteries together...
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Proof recognition of erroneous linkages (through increased current consumption) Proof recognition of defective or decrepit batteries Three double side populated printed circuit boards for highest packing density and therefore small dimensions Each system 100% tested 3.1.
Included in delivery of the DPSI BMS DPSI BMS basis device Screwing frame for M3 stop nuts 2 pieces of screws M3x20 with stop nuts Bracket for securing the MPX connectors Operating manual EMCOTEC sticker Carrying case Page 8 of 32...
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 5. Optional Accessories 5.1. DPSI BMS Accessory Set The DPSI BMS accessory set contains two connector cables, 30 cm (11.8”) each, which are put in between the DPSI BMS and the battery switch (1 cable for the 1 channel version). Therefore, no soldering work is necessary if MPX connectors are already in use (from the battery to the battery switch).
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 6. Mounting Instructions 6.1. Mounting of the DPSI BMS The DPSI BMS is designed as a cockpit instrument and therefore can be mounted as such (especially interesting for scale models). Of course, mounting on a small board inside the fuselage is also possible. The mounting place should not be exposed to extreme vibrations (as is the case at a fuselage’s side wall without a strengthening frame).
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Connector clamping with bracket: When using battery switches, the DPSI BMS is simply put in between the batteries and the battery switch. This means: both batteries are disconnected from the battery switch and connected to the inputs of the DPSI BMS.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 7. Soldering of the Battery Connectors In case connector cables are manufactured by the user for connection to the DPSI BMS, correct implementation must be observed. The MPX high current connectors are marked + and – on their soldering side. This marking must be strictly observed! The cables are first stripped (approx.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Soldering Multiplex connectors: Hint: It is necessary to use one shrink hose per cable (see photo) for isolation and not to put a shrink hose over both cables! There must be enough space between the positive and negative wire to accommodate the bracket.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Hint: Due to its design, the DPSI BMS is not polarity proof! Please make sure, that the batteries are always correctly connected, i.e. the red wire corresponds to positive and the black wire to negative. Better double check! 8.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 9. Initial Operation Initial operation, On/Off, Status Display: The DPSI BMS is simply put in between battery and consumer (e.g. between two LongGo batteries and a DPSI RV system). Turning On/Off can take place in two different ways: Automatically turning On/Off Manually turning On/Off 9.1.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 However, automatic turning on only functions if current flows from battery 1! If battery 1 is not loaded (but battery 2), the DPSI BMS is not turned on. Hint: Whenever the current from battery 1 exceeds 100 to 150 milli amps, the DPSI BMS automatically turns on.
BMS are supplied by battery 1. The micro controller and the LC display get their voltage from battery 1! As soon as the DPSI BMS is turned on, “EMCOTEC Germany” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds in the LC display. Thereafter, both voltages of the batteries are displayed (BMS 2 channel version) and the DPSI BMS is in normal operating mode.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 9.4. LC-Display Indications for the 2 Channel DPSI BMS This standard display in normal operating mode shows the actual voltages both connected batteries. If battery 2 is not connected or its voltage is too low, the value “<...
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Minimum battery voltage of battery 2 since last turned on. Maximum battery voltage of battery 1 since last turned on (maximum value 20.0V). Maximum battery voltage of battery 2 since last turned on (maximum value 20.0V).
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Average current from battery 1 since last turned on. If there is no (or very little) current flow from battery 1 the value “< 0.15A” is displayed. Average current from battery 1 since last turned on. A value higher than 13.00A, displayed...
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Withdrawn capacity from battery 2 since last reset of the memory. If exceeding 9999mAh value “>9999mAh” is displayed Withdrawn capacity from both batteries since last reset of the memory. If exceeding 9999mAh the value “>9999mAh” is displayed Operating time (flight time) in minutes since last reset of the memory.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 9.5. LC-Display Indications for the 1 Channel DPSI BMS The 1 channel version of the DPSI indicates, standard display, the voltage as well as the actual current of the connected battery. Minimum battery voltage since last turned on.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Operating time (flight time) in minutes since last reset of the memory. Caution: only full minutes are saved! If turned off after 1:59, next turning on shows 1 minute. If exceeding 9999 min. the value “>9999min”...
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 10. Resetting the Memorized Values The values for operating time (flight time in minutes) and withdrawn capacity (in mAh) can be reset. This occurs after charging of the batteries. Because the batteries carry full capacity after charging, the DPSI BMS starts counting from 0 after reset.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 11. Programming the DPSI BMS Some options of the DPSI BMS can be adjusted through simple programming. In addition to the selection of the displayed language, battery 2 can be shown or hidden (available only for the 2 channel version).
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 After selecting battery-2 activation / deactivation, the new configuration is saved and the DPSI BMS is restarted after an internal reset. 12. Safety Instructions In general, all connection cables should not be installed in a way that they interfere with moving or hot parts in the model (e.g.
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DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 Always pay attention to fully charge batteries when operating your model. Empty batteries lead inevitably to the breakdown of the RC components and therefore to the loss of the model. Do not expose the DPSI BMS to extremely hot or cold temperatures, wetness or humidity.
DPSI BMS Operating Manual Version 1.0 13. Technical Data of the DPSI BMS Current Sources all available battery types (NiMH, NiCad, LiPo etc.) Operating Voltage Range 5.5V..16.8V Nominal Input Voltage 6.0V..16.0V Turn On Procedure Automatically @ I1>150mA or by button Turn Off Procedure Automatically @ I1<150mA or by button Quiescent Current (Turned Off State)
14. Warranty EMCOTEC shall issue a 24 month warranty on the “DPSI BMS”. The guarantee period shall begin with delivery of the equipment by the retailer and shall be not extended by any guarantee repair or guarantee replacement.
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No liability shall be assumed for any damages during transport. If repair is needed, the equipment must be sent to the appropriate service center of the respective country or directly to EMCOTEC GmbH. The guarantee shall only be valid when the following conditions...
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EMCOTEC GmbH. Manual Note: EMCOTEC GmbH reserves the right to make changes to this manual and to equipment described herein without notice. Considerable effort has been made to ensure that this manual is free of errors and omissions.
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