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HITEC RDX 2 PRO User Manual

HITEC RDX 2 PRO
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HIGH-POWER, DUAL PORT
AC/DC CHARGER
Balance Charger/Discharger/Power Supply
WARNING: THE CHARGING AND DISCHARGING OF RC HOBBY BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE.
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HITEC RDX 2 PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
Discharge Current0.1-2.0A
Discharge Power10W
Display TypeLCD
Input Voltage11-18V DC
Battery Types SupportedLiPo, LiFe, Li-ion, NiMH, NiCd, Pb
Number of Cells1-6S (LiPo/LiFe/Li-ion), 1-15S (NiMH/NiCd), 2-12V (Pb)
Charging Current0.1-10.0A
Charge Power100W
Balancing Current300mA per cell

Summary

Introduction

Warnings and Safety Notes

Critical Operational Safety

Essential warnings about unattended operation and environmental hazards for safe charging.

Battery Handling Precautions

Pre-Charging Checklist

Key points to check before initiating battery charging for safe and effective operation.

Parameter Adjustment Warnings

Crucial warnings about selecting correct battery type and cell voltage to prevent fire or explosion.

Contents of Charger Package

Input Button Functions

Description of the main input buttons: CHANNEL, MODE/STOP, and ENTER/START.

Charger Layout and Specifications

Charger Port Identification

Identifies XT60 output sockets, balance lead sockets, and USB ports on the charger.

Control Interface Elements

Details the Jog Dial, Channel Button, and Mode/Stop Button for operation.

Key Charger Features

Advanced Battery Management Features

Features like battery memory, twin-channel charging, and integrated balancing for various lithium battery types.

Lithium Battery Charge Modes

Details Balance, Standard Charge, Fast Charge, and Storage modes for lithium battery packs.

Additional Charger Features

NiMH/NiCd Specific Features

Details Re-Peak, Cyclic, and Auto Charge modes for NiMH/NiCd batteries.

Charger Utility Functions

Covers Capacity Cut-Off, Safety Timer, USB charging, and Power Supply function.

Charger Connections

Connecting to Power Source

Instructions for connecting the charger to AC or DC power sources.

Connecting the Battery

Steps for connecting the battery, emphasizing correct parameter checks before connection.

Balance Socket Connection

Procedure for connecting the battery balance lead to the charger, ensuring correct polarity.

Getting Started Guide

Initial Charger Setup

Guide to initial setup, including selecting the correct battery type and operation.

Lithium Battery Operations Overview

Overview of operations like Charge, Discharge, Storage, and Fast Charge for lithium batteries.

Battery Operation Modes

NiMH/NiCd Battery Operations

Details Charge, Auto Charge, Discharge, Re-Peak, and Cycle modes for NiMH/NiCd batteries.

Lead Acid/Pb Battery Operations

Explains Normal, AGM, Cold Charge, and Discharge modes for Pb batteries.

Operating the Charger

Jog Dial Navigation and Input

How to use the Jog Dial for scrolling through menus and adjusting parameters.

Battery Type and Mode Selection

Process for selecting the correct battery type and charge/discharge program.

Lithium Battery Charging Procedure

Step-by-step guide for setting up and charging lithium battery packs.

Charger Operation Details

Charge Mode and Battery Settings

Choosing charge modes and adjusting amperage/voltage based on battery specifications.

Starting and Verifying Charge Programs

Verifying settings and initiating the charge process, including cell count checks.

Monitoring and Stopping Charging

Charging Status Monitoring

Viewing real-time status like cell count, amperage, voltage, and capacity during charging.

Stopping Charge/Discharge Processes

How to stop the charging or discharging process at any time.

NiMH/NiCd Battery Program

NiMH/NiCd Type and Mode Selection

Selecting NiMH/NiCd battery type and accessing available charge modes.

NiMH Standard Charge Mode

Setting amperage and initiating the standard charge process for NiMH batteries.

NiMH/NiCd Auto Charge and Discharge

NiMH Auto Charge Mode

Automatic charging for NiMH based on internal resistance and user-set maximum amperage.

NiMH Discharge Mode

Setting discharge rate and voltage cut-off for NiMH/NiCd batteries.

NiMH/NiCd Re-Peak Mode

NiMH/NiCd Re-Peak Operation

Topping off NiMH/NiCd batteries multiple times to ensure a full charge.

NiMH/NiCd Cycle Mode

NiMH/NiCd Cycle Operation

Performing automatic charge/discharge cycles to improve NiMH/NiCd battery performance.

NiMH/NiCd Process Information

Delta Peak Sensitivity Setting

Adjusting delta peak voltage sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd charge termination.

Safety Timer Setting

Configuring the safety timer duration for charging or discharging.

Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program

Pb Battery Type and Mode Selection

Selecting Pb battery type and accessing Normal, AGM, Cold, and Discharge modes.

Pb Normal/AGM Charge Mode

Instructions for charging Lead-Acid batteries using Normal or AGM modes.

Pb Cold Charge Mode

Pb Cold Charge Operation

Specific charging procedure for Lead-Acid batteries at low temperatures.

DC Power Supply Function

Voltage Selection Warning

Critical warning about selecting voltages over 12V to avoid damaging connected devices.

Activating DC Power Supply

Steps to select and activate the DC power supply function for external devices.

Battery Memory Setup

Lithium Battery Memory Setup

Procedure for saving and recalling charge/discharge profiles for lithium battery types.

Saving Battery Profiles

Final step to save the configured battery settings to memory.

NiMH/NiCd Battery Memory

NiMH/NiCd Battery Memory Setup

Procedure for saving and recalling charge/discharge profiles for NiMH/NiCd battery types.

Pb Battery Memory Setup

Pb Battery Memory Setup

Procedure for saving and recalling charge/discharge profiles for Pb battery types.

System Settings

Power Supply Settings

Configuration for output voltage and current when using the power supply function.

Safety Timer and Capacity Cut-Off

Setting safety timer duration and maximum charge capacity limit.

Temperature and Rest Time Settings

Choosing display units and setting cool-down periods between cycles.

Additional System Settings

NiMH/NiCd Sensitivity Adjustment

Adjusting delta peak voltage sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd charge termination.

Key Beep and Low Voltage Cut-off

Configuring audible feedback and DC input low voltage cut-off.

Load Factory Defaults

Restoring the charger to its original factory default settings.

Battery Voltage Meter

Accessing Battery Meter

How to enter the battery meter program to check voltage readings.

Voltage Display Modes

Displaying individual cell voltage and summary of pack voltage, highest, and lowest.

Battery Resistance Meter

Accessing Resistance Meter

How to enter the battery resistance meter program.

Resistance Reading Displays

Displaying individual cell and total battery internal resistance.

Warning and Error Messages

Connection and Voltage Errors

Covers errors like reverse polarity, connection breaks, incorrect connections, and input voltage issues.

Cell and Setting Errors

Alerts for invalid cell settings or voltages, indicating potential battery or configuration problems.

Operational Warnings and Alerts

Mode Conflict and Overheating Warnings

Errors related to mode conflicts, overheating, and operational limits like time or capacity.

Battery Balance and Full Charge Alerts

Alerts for cell voltage imbalance and reaching the maximum battery voltage.

Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance and RF Exposure

Details FCC rules, conditions for operation, and RF exposure guidelines.

Warranty and Liability

Liability Exclusion Statement

Disclaimer regarding charger usage, misuse, and Hitec RCD's limited liability.

Service and Warranty Information

One Year Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the one-year limited warranty for the charger.

Service and Repair Procedures

Instructions for obtaining service and repair for the Hitec charger, including website and shipping.

Proposition 65 Warning

Warning about chemicals in the product known to cause cancer in California.

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