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Summary of Contents for PulseTec MEGA 200 DUO
- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
- Page 2 4.35V. There are Automatic Charging Current Limit, Capacity Limit, Temperature Threshold and Processing Time Limit which makes the charger safe to use. The MEGA 200 DUO is a twin-channel charger with two independent circuits which can charge two different kinds of batteries simultaneously. It also supports power distribution...
- Page 3 Introduction Please read this manual carefully before use. This manual contains important information on the safe use of this charger. If you are a beginner in battery charging, please use this charger with an experienced user. LCD-Display Scroll Through the Main Menu Stop Any Charge Processes Alter Values...
- Page 4 The charger allows user to change the end voltage. (for expert user only) Balancing Individual Cells Battery Discharging During the process of discharging, MEGA 200 DUO can monitor and balance each cell of the battery individually. Error message will be indicated and the process will be ended automati-...
- Page 5 Special Features Fast Charge Mode and Storage Mode of Lithium Battery Special modes for specific needs. Fast Charge reduces the duration of charging. Storage Mode lets you control the final voltage of your battery as preparation for long time storage in order to prolong the usable lifetime of the battery.
- Page 6 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. �� 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 opera- tion manual.
- Page 7 Warning and Safety Notes �� Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries. A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including different manufacturers). A battery that is already fully charged or just slightly discharged. Non-rechargeable batteries (Explosion hazard).
- Page 8 Warning and Safety Notes Please get highlighted that lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series. In the parallel connection, the battery s capacity is calculated by multiplying single battery capacity by the number of cells with total voltage stay the same. The voltages imbalance may cause fire or explosion .Lithium battery is recommended to charge in series.
- Page 9 Program Flow Chart Note: The Flow Chart shows the example of a single output. (Channel 1 and 2 are identical)
- Page 10 Buttons Explanation BATT PROG / STOP 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 INC Button It is used to go through the menus and INCREASE the parameter value ENTER/START Button It is used to ENTER parameter on screen and START the program CHANNEL Button...
- Page 11 Power and Battery Connection 1. Connecting to Power Source There are two kinds of inputs for MEGA 200 DUO, DC 11-18V and AC 100-240V. AC 100-240V POWER SOURCE CONNECTION. 12V DC BATTERY / DC POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION. 12V DC battery or...
- Page 12 Power and Battery Connection NOTE : We will explain the operating procedure of one channel. The procedure for Channel A, B is identical. 2. Connecting the Battery TO AVOID SHORT CIRCUITS, ALWAYS CONNECT THE CHARGE LEADS TO THE CHARGER FIRST, AND THEN TO THE BATTERY. REVERSE THE SEQUENCE WHEN DISCONNECTING THE PACK.
- Page 13 Lithium Battery Program (LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV) Getting started Locate the flowcharts show the entire programming menu. It is highly recommended to have these flowcharts handy while learning to operate this charger. A memory profile is available for setting and storing pertinent information for up to 20 different program sets;...
- Page 14 Lithium Battery Program (LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV) R shows the number of cells detected by the charger and S is the number of cells set by you on the previous screen. If the two numbers are identical, press START/ENTER to start the charging process. Charging Status Monitor During charge process, real-time status will be shown as seen on the screen.
- Page 15 Lithium Battery Program (LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV) Program Stop During the charging process, press STOP to stop the charging process. Program Complete When the charging process finishes, an audible sound will be heard. CHARGING PROGRAM Depends on different battery type, the operation programs are different. BATT OPERATION DESCRIPTION...
- Page 16 Battery Memory Set and Call Out The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for your convenience, and the stored profiles can be recalled quickly without having to go through the setup process. When you are willing to alter the parameter value in the program, press START/ENTER to make it blink then change the value with INC or DEC.
- Page 17 Battery Memory Set and Call Out Indicate the battery type and battery cell of the saved profile. Indicate the charge and discharge current of the saved profile. Press the START/ENTER for 3 seconds to call out the memory. 2. Battery Memory Call Out Load the memory set Press START/ENTER for 3 seconds to start the process.
- Page 18 System Setting It will be operated with the default value of the essential user settings when it is powered on for the first time. The screen displays the following information in sequence and the user can change the value of parameter on each screen. When you are willing to alter the parameter value in the program, press START/ENTER to make it blink then change the value with INC or DEC.
- Page 19 System Setting SELECTION ITEM DESCRIPTION This program is for NiMH/NiCd battery only. Default: 4mV/Cell When the charger detects the delta peak 3-15mV/Cell value reaches the value you set, the charger will say the battery is fully charged. The beep sounds at every time touching the buttons to confirm your action.
- Page 20 Battery Voltage Meter The user can check battery’s total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and each cell’s voltage. Connect the battery to the charger’s charging output and connect the balancing board to the charger. See Below This diagram shows the correct way to connect your battery to check the voltage.
- Page 21 Battery resistance Meter The user can check battery’s total resistance, the highest resistance, the lowest resistance and each cell’s resistance. Connect the battery to the charger’s charging output and connect the balancing board to the charger. See Below This diagram shows the cor- rect way to connect your bat- tery to check the resistance.
- Page 22 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 battery connection is wrong. The balance connection is wrong Input Voltage less than 11V. Input Voltage is higher than 18V.
- Page 23 Specification • • AC Input Voltage: . . 100-240V DC Input Voltage : ..11-18V • • Display Type: ..2x16 LCD Display Backlight: ..Blue • •...
- Page 24 Declaration of Conformity TCRP INTERNATIONAL LLC Ltd declares under sole responsibility that the battery charger MEGA 200 DUO to which this declaration relate, conforms with the following LVD standards; TEST STANDARDS TITLE EN55014-1: 2006+ Electromagnetic compatibility – Requirements for household ap- A1: 2009+A2: 2011 pliances, electric tools and similar apparatus –...
- Page 25 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 overheat- ing and eventual terminal damage to the pack.
- Page 26 Unless otherwise required by law, PULSETEC is in no way whatever liable to provide compensation for damages arising from the improper use of the model (including personal injury, death, damage to buildings, loss of turnover, loss of business, or interruption of business, or any other direct, or indirectly caused, consequential damage).
- Page 27 This manual is protected by a copyright. Any publication, transmission or commercial use of this manual is prohibited without written permission. PULSETEC and TCRP INTERNATIONAL LLC Ltd assumes no responsibility for printing errors in this manual and all specifications and figures are subject to change without notice..
- Page 28 TCRP INTERNATIONAL LLC Ltd 21B Moskovska Street. Floor 3 • 1000 Sofia - Bulgaria info@tcrp-intl.com - www.pulsetec.eu...
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