Skyrc T400Q Instruction Manual

Skyrc T400Q Instruction Manual

Ac/dc quattro balance charger/discharger
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AC/DC Quattro Balance Charger/Discharger
Instruction Manual
SK-100189
V1.0

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  • Page 1 AC/DC Quattro Balance Charger/Discharger Instruction Manual SK-100189 V1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Introduction Features Warning and Safety Notes Standard Battery Parameters Program Flow Chart Explanation of Buttons Power and Battery Connection Charger Operation Lithium Battery Program (LiPo/LiFe/Lilon/LiHV) VARIOUS INFORMATION DURING THE PROCESS NiMH/NiCd Battery Program Pb Lead-acid Battery Program...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Introduction Thanks for purchasing SkyRC T400Q AC/DC Quattro Balance Charger/Discharger. This unit is simple to use, but the operation of the charger does require some knowledge on the part of the user. These operating instructions are designed to ensure that you quickly become familiar with its functions.
  • Page 4: Features

    SkyRC T400Q will remember your last operation of charging/discharging before power off. Optimized Software SkyRC T400Q features the so-called AUTO function that sets the feeding current during charging or discharging. Especially for lithium batteries, the charger can prevent overcharging, which may lead to an explosion due to misoperation.
  • Page 5 SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Re-Peak Mode of NiMH/NiCd In re-peak charge mode, the charger can peak charge the battery once, twice or three times in a row automatically. This is good for making the battery fully charged. Delta-peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd The automatic charge termination principle is that when the battery's voltage exceeds the threshold, the process will be terminated automatically.
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Notes

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Warning and Safety Notes These warnings 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 it can cause a fire.
  • Page 7 SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Batteries installed in a device or which are electrically linked to other components. Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable for the currents the charger delivers during the charge process. Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging...
  • Page 8: Program Flow Chart

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Program Flow Chart SKYRC T400Q...
  • Page 9: Explanation Of Buttons

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Explanation of Buttons BATT PROG / STOP Button It is used to stop the progress or go back to previous step/screen. DEC Button It is used to go through the menus and decrease the parameter value.
  • Page 10: Power And Battery Connection

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Power and Battery Connection 1. Connect to the power source There are two ways to power SkyRC T400Q: DC 11-18V and AC 100-240V. 12V DC Battery / DC Power Supply: AC 100-240V Mains Power Supply: 2. Connect the battery TO AVOID SHORT CIRCUIT, ALWAYS CONNECT THE CHARGE LEADS TO THE CHARGER FIRST, AND THEN TO THE BATTERY.
  • Page 11: Charger Operation

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual 2) NiMH/NiCd or Pb Battery Connection Charger Operation Different battery type has different operation programs. Battery Working Mode Description Type This mode is for balancing charge the battery based on the charging rate the user Balance Charge set.
  • Page 12: Lithium Battery Program (Lipo/Life/Lilon/Lihv)

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Lithium Battery Program (LiPo/LiFe/Lilon/LiHV) 1, A memory profile is available for setting and storing pertinent information for up to 40 different program sets; each port can store 10 programs. Once a battery program is stored into memory, it will be retained until changed again manually.
  • Page 13: Various Information During The Process

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Program Complete Once the battery is fully charged, the screen will read “END:FINISH” and the charger will emit a ringing sound. The charger also displays battery voltage, charged capacity and elapsed time. Program Stop During the charging process, press STOP to stop the charging process.
  • Page 14: Nimh/Nicd Battery Program

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual NiMH/NiCd Battery Program The T400Q offers the following NiMH/NiCd charge modes: Charge, Auto Charge, Discharge, Re- Peak and Cycle. BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHARGING YOUR BATTERY, MAKE SURE YOU ARE CHARGING NIMH/NICD BATTERIES. CHARGING LIPO BATTERY UNDER NIMH/ NICD BATTERY PROGRAM WILL CAUSE FIRE.
  • Page 15 Follow the instructions provided on your battery when setting the voltage cut- off. The T400Q will stop discharging when the battery has reached the preset voltage cut-off. Press and hold the ENTER/Start button for 3 seconds to start discharging. Once...
  • Page 16 Use the INC or DEC button to change this to the number of cycles you want the T400Q to run. The T400Q can cycle the battery a maximum of 5 times consecutively. Press and hold the ENTER/Start button for 3 seconds to start the Cycle Mode.
  • Page 17: Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program

    2 to 20V which are significantly different from NiMH/NiCd batteries. Pb batteries are suggested to charge with a low current of 0.1C and cannot be used for fast charging. Please follow the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. The T400Q offers the following Pb charge modes: Charge and Discharge.
  • Page 18 When charging is complete, the screen will read FINISHED and the charger will emit a ringing sound. Additional Pb Process Information During the Pb battery charging/discharging process, the T400Q can display a variety of information. Using the INC or DEC buttons you can also view the following information: Capacity Limit...
  • Page 19: Battery Memory Set And Call Out

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Battery Memory Set and Call Out The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles on each port for your convenience, and the stored profiles can be recalled quickly without having to go through the setup process.
  • Page 20: System Setting

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual 2, Battery Memory Call Out Press ENTER/Start to enter into the battery memory program. Press INC or DEC to select the stored profile. START/ BATT/P R O G R A M [ B A TT M EM O RY 1]...
  • Page 21: Battery Voltage Meter

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Battery Voltage Meter The user can check battery's total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and each cell's voltage. Please connect the battery to the charger main battery lead and balance wires to balance socket.
  • Page 22: Warning And Error Message

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Warning and Error Message In case of an error the screen will display the cause of error and emit an audible sound. Incorrect polarity connected. The battery is interrupted. The balance connect is wrong. The balance connect is wrong.
  • Page 23: Specification

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Specification DC Input Voltage:11-18V AC Input Voltage : 100-240V Display Type: 2x16 LCD Display Backlight: Blue Case Material: Plastic Controls: Five Buttons Case Size: 186*103*209mm Weight: 1610g External Port: 2-6S Balance Socket-XH, Battery Socket, DC Input.
  • Page 24: Conformity Declaration

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Conformity Declaration The T400Q satisfies all relevant and mandatory CE directives and FCC Part 15 Subpart B. Test Standards Title Result Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - EN 60335- Conform Part 1: General requirements 1:2012+A11:2014 Household and similar electrical appliances –...
  • Page 25: Terminology

    SKYRC T400Q Instruction Manual Terminology 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 overheating and eventual terminal damage to the pack.
  • Page 26: Warranty And Service

    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. 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.

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