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HITEC X1MF Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PB (LEAD -ACID) BATTERY PROGRAM............. . Charging of Pb Batteries ......................Discharging of Pb Batteries ..............USING THE HITEC CHARGE MASTER SOFTWARE.......... . BATTERY MEMORY SETUP................. LITHIUM BATTERY METER................. . MOTOR RPM TESTER ..................SERVO TESTER ....................

  • Page 3: Warning And Safety Notes

    Hitec RCD USA. This unit is simple to use, but the operation of a sophisticated automatic charger such as the Hitec X1 MF does require some knowledge on behalf of the operator. These operating instructions are designed to ensure that you quickly become familiar with its functions.
  • Page 4 Please read this entire operating manual before using the X1 MF. If you are unsure of it’s proper operation after reading the manual, please seek advice from an experienced hobbyist or someone familiar with proper battery charging procedures. LCD Screen Enter/Start Rotary Dial Mode/Stop Button...
  • Page 5 Accommodates Various Types of Lithium Batteries The Hitec X1 MF is adaptable to various types of lithium batteries, such as LiPo, LiIon and the new LiFe series of batteries. Fast and Storage Modes for Lithium Batteries The X1 MF also features Fast and Storage modes for lithium charging.
  • Page 6 Data Store/Load The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for your convenience. Each profile can store settings for battery type and charge/discharge parameters. You can easily recall these saved profiles to increase simplicity and efficiency of common processes. Termination Voltage Control The end charge voltage can be adjusted for each type of battery chemistry up to the maximum safe limit.
  • Page 7 Hitec Charge Master Software The free “Hitec Charge Master” software gives you unparalleled ability to operate the charger through the computer. You can monitor pack voltage, cell voltage and other data during charging and view charge data in real-time graphs.
  • Page 8 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 may cause a fire. The allowable DC input voltage is 11-18V DC. The allowable AC input voltage is 100-240V AC. Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to its power supply.
  • Page 9 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: Did you select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging?
  • Page 10 Charging Before charging your batteries, it is critical that you determine the maximum allowable charge rate for your batteries. The X1 MF has the capability to charge at high rates that may not be suitable or safe for your particular batteries. For example, Lithium cells are typically safe to charge at 1C, or the total mAh/1000.
  • Page 11 Note: Lithium battery packs can be purchased with some cells in series and others in parallel. Parallel wired cells (indicated on the pack by the letter “P”) maintain a single cell’s voltage but increase capacity with each cell added. For example, 3 LiPo cells rated for 800mAh capacity each, wired in parallel would produce a pack rated for 3.7 Volts and 2400mAh.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Battery

    The X1 MF can be powered either from a wall outlet supplying 100-240VAC (50-60Hz) or from a 12VDC automotive battery. Make sure a 12VDC source battery is fully charged before using the X1 MF. A fully charged 12VDC automotive battery should read about 13.8V. DC INPUT: The maximum charge circuit power is 80W.
  • Page 13 Balancing Board: The balancing port lead polarity is critical! Verify that the black wire (negative) coming from the balancing board is connected to the negative port (-) on the charger. Failure to do so will damage the charger!! This image shows the correct way to connect your battery and the balancing board to the X1 MF before charging in the balance charge mode.
  • Page 14 LiPo BALANCE LiPo CHARGE LiPo FAST CHG LiPo STORAGE LiPo DISCHARGE START PROGRAM SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S) 2.0A 7.4V (2S) LiPo BATT ENTER START Lilo BALANCE Lilo CHARGE Lilo FAST CHG Lilo STORAGE Lilo DISCHARGE...
  • Page 15 Control and adjustment of the X1 MF is accomplished using the red rotary push button dial and the black Mode/Stop button. Mode/Stop Button Enter/Start Rotary Dial Enter/Start Rotary Dial This dial has many functions. Rotating the dial in both directions will scroll through menus and adjust parameters quickly and easily, and pressing down on the dial to commit parameters, begin processes, or store parameters on-screen.
  • Page 16 The X1 MF Lithium programs are only suitable for charging and discharging Lithium batteries with a nominal voltage of 3.7V, 3.6V and 3.3V per cell. Lithium charge termination methodology is referred to as CC/CV (Constant Current, Constant Voltage). Lithium charging begins by delivering a constant current to the battery as specified in the setup parameters.
  • Page 17 This screen displays the number of cells detected by the charger (R), and the number of cells you selected in the previous screen (S). If these numbers mismatch, go back to the previous screen and verify your settings. If your settings are correct, there may be a Press problem with one or more cells in your pack.

  • Page 18: Charging Of Lithium Batteries

    previous screen and verify your settings. If your settings are correct, there may be a problem with one or more cells in your pack. Press Verify the pack total voltage (from the main Dial leads) is within normal expected range. Number Charging Battery...
  • Page 19 settings are correct, there may be a problem with one or more cells in your pack. Verify the Press pack total voltage (from the main leads) is Dial Number Charging Battery within normal expected range. of cells current voltage This screen displays the real-time status of the charge process.
  • Page 20 with one or more cells in your pack. Verify the Press pack total voltage (from the main leads) is Dial Charge within normal expected range. Number Discharge Battery of cells current voltage This screen displays the real-time status of the storage process.
  • Page 21 These programs are for charging or discharging Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) or Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) batteries. The standard charge mode for NiMH and NiCd batteries will use the charge current set by the user. Pressing the dial once will allow you to set the NiMH CHARGE charging amperage for the charge process.
  • Page 22 This screen displays the real-time status of NiMH 2.0A 9.52V charging process. Pressing AUT 000:13 00320 Mode/Stop button once will end the charging Battery Elapsed voltage process and return you to the setup screen. Battery time Charge Charged type current capacity Applicable to NiMH and NiCd batteries only, in re-peak mode the charger can peak charge the battery once, twice, or three times in a row...
  • Page 23 This screen displays the real-time status of Battery Discharge Battery type current voltage the discharge process. Pressing the Mode/Stop button once will NiMH 0.1A 7.42V discharge process and return you to the 022:45 00919 setup screen. Elapsed Discharged time capacity adjust cycle flow...
  • Page 24 Pb or Small Lead-Acid (SLA) batteries typically found in ATVs, lawn mowers and motorcycles require their own specific charging procedures. Pb batteries, as a rule, are unable to charge at higher rates like Nickel or Lithium-based batteries. Pb batteries should always be stored fully charged to avoid sulfation and cell degradation.
  • Page 25 You can monitor pack voltage, cell voltage and other data during charging and discharging. Hitec Charge Master also allows you to graph process data in real-time and you can control charging and update the X1 MF’s firmware all from the software interface.
  • Page 26 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. Enter the battery memory program, you can change BATT MEMORY the battery type (LiPo, LiFe, LiIon, NiMH, NiCd, Pb ENTER SET battery), voltage, and charge current by pressing the Start/Enter dial to make the value blink, then...
  • Page 27 Set the process termination voltage. Range: 4.18V - TVC=YOUR RISK! 4.30V. CAUTION: be sure to set/verify the correct 4.20V end voltage of the type of cell you are charging. Over charging batteries can result in fire or SELECT explosion! If you are using the optional external Temperature TEMPERATURE CUT-OFF Sensor, set the temperature cutoff.
  • Page 28 You can check your battery’s total voltage and each cell’s individual voltage, as well as the highest and lowest cell voltages, when using the battery Balancing Board. Connect your Lithium battery as shown in the image below: 4.18 4.19 4.18V 4.19 4.17 4.17V This diagram shows the correct way to connect your battery to...

  • Page 29: Motor Rpm Tester

    The X1 MF can test brushless motor RPM if you have a motor equipped with a sensor port. To check motor RPM, please connect as follows: 1. Connect the motor to the ESC, turn off ESC and connect main battery. 2.

  • Page 30: Servo Tester

    The X1 MF can test most digital and analog servos. To test for basic servo functionality, please connect as follows: 1. Connect a lithium battery to the balancing board. 2. Connect your servo to the SERVO/ESC port on the X1 MF. Pay close attention to the polarity: negative is farthest from the notch/key tab.

  • Page 31: System Set Up

    Upon first intitalization, the X1 MF default values are loaded. You can adjust these parameters by pressing the Mode/Stop button and scrolling to the System Set screen. Scroll through the various settings by turning the dial left or right. Pressing the dial once will enter the adjustment parameters for the selected setup variable.
  • Page 32 with enough time to charge 140% of the battery’s rated capacity. Delta Peak termination should, under normal circumstances, end the charge process within this allotted time. For example: 2000mAh 2.0A (2000/2.0=1000)/11.9=84 minutes 3300mAh 3.0A (3300/3.0=1100)/11.9=92 minutes (1000/1.2=833)/11.9=70 minutes 1000mAh 1.2A Similiar to the Safety Timer, Capacity Cut-Off Capacity Cut-Off allows you to limit the maximum charge capacity...
  • Page 33 Press the dial for 5 seconds to restore the X1 MF LOAD FACTORY SET to the firmware defaults. ENTER The last value on the system setup menu displays the current firmware version of the X1 VERSION MF. You can use a USB cable to update the X1 1.00 MF to the latest firmware version.
  • Page 34 The X1 MF has advanced error sensing logic to help protect the charger and your batteries in the event of a problem. The error messages below will display along with an audible alert. Indicates that the main battery leads are reversed. REVERSE POLARITY Reverse the leads to the charger from the battery.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    525g (18.5oz) Dimension 135 x 112 x 60.9mm(5.34 x 4.4 x 2.4in.) Product specifications and figures are subject to change without notice. 1. X1 MF Charger 2. Hitec Universal Balance Board 3. Power Cord 4. 18AWG Charging Cable X1 MF...
  • Page 36 PN: 44178 This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of batteries stated in this Instruction Manual. Hitec RCD, USA accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for any purpose other than that stated.
  • Page 37 The Hitec RCD USA X1 MF charger satisfies all relevant and mandatory FCC and EC regulatory directives including the following: This symbol indicates that when this type of electronic device reaches the end of its service life, it cannot be disposed of with normal household waste and must be recycled.
  • Page 38 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 39 Distributed by Hitec RCD USA, Inc. www.hitecrcd.com #44176...

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