iCharger 308DUO - User Manual

308DUO V1.1.0
Synchronous Balance Charger/Discharger
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308DUO User's Manual (V1.1.0)
Index
User Notice ........................................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Safety Notes ............................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Copyright .................................................................................................................................... - 5 -
308DUO Special Features .......................................................................................................... - 5 -
Appearance Parameters .............................................................................................................. - 5 -
Specifications ............................................................................................................................. - 6 -
Device Introduction ............................................................................................................................ - 7 -
308DUO Parts & Interface Introduction .................................................................................... - 7 -
308DUO Buttons Function & Icons Description ....................................................................... - 7 -
308DUO Standard Accessories .................................................................................................. - 9 -
308DUO Optional Accessories .................................................................................................. - 9 -
The Order of Connection for Charger ............................................................................................ - 10 -
The Power Input Ground Cannot be Connected with the Output Ground ............................... - 10 -
The Order of Connection .......................................................................................................... - 10 -
Dual-channel Connection Notes ............................................................................................... - 10 -
Connection for Channel Asynchronous Mode ........................................................................................... - 10 -
Connection for Channel Synchronous Mode ............................................................................................. - 11 -
iCharger Charge/Discharge Setup & Use ....................................................................................... - 12 -
Power Supply Setup ................................................................................................................. - 12 -
Program Add & Manage........................................................................................................... - 13 -
Run Program for Charger ......................................................................................................... - 13 -
Program Running Status ........................................................................................................... - 14 -
Error Messages ......................................................................................................................... - 15 -
Program Edit............................................................................................................................. - 15 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Charge/Discharge Setup ...................................................................................... - 16 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Charge Setup .................................................................................................... - 16 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Not Balance Charge Setup ............................................................................. - 17 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Balance Charge Setup .................................................................................... - 17 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Charge Advanced Setup ................................................................................. - 19 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Charge Safety Setup ....................................................................................... - 19 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Storage Setup ................................................................................................... - 19 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Discharge Setup ............................................................................................... - 20 -
To Channel Setup ................................................................................................................................. - 20 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Discharge Advanced Setup............................................................................. - 20 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Discharge Safety Setup .................................................................................. - 20 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Cycle Setup ...................................................................................................... - 21 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Only Balance Feature ....................................................................................... - 21 -
NiMH/NiCd Battery Charge/Discharge Setup ........................................................................................... - 21 -
NiMH/NiCd Battery Charge Setup ........................................................................................................ - 21 -
NiMH/NiCd Battery Charge Advanced Setup ..................................................................................... - 22 -
NiMH/NiCd Battery Charge Safety Setup ........................................................................................... - 22 -

Summary

User Notice

Safety Notes

Essential safety precautions for proper and safe operation of the charger.

Copyright Information

Legal information regarding the product and its documentation.

Device Introduction

Parts & Interface Overview

Identifies and describes the physical components and controls of the 308DUO.

Button Functions and Icons

Explains the operation of buttons and the meaning of on-screen icons.

Accessories

Lists included and available accessories for the charger.

Connection Procedures

Power Input Grounding & Sequence

Crucial guidance on grounding and the proper connection sequence.

Dual-channel Connection Modes

Setup for asynchronous and synchronous operation for dual channels.

iCharger Operation

Power Supply Setup

Setting the input power source type for the charger.

Program Management

Creating, editing, and managing custom battery charge/discharge programs.

Program Monitoring

How to start, monitor, and view the status of charge/discharge operations.

Error Message Reference

Detailed explanation of error codes and troubleshooting.

Battery Type Specific Setups

LiPo;Lilo;LiFe Battery Configuration

Settings for LiPo, Lilo, LiFe batteries (Charge, Discharge, Storage, Balance).

NiMH;NiCd Battery Configuration

Settings for NiMH, NiCd batteries (Charge, Discharge, Cycle).

Pb Battery Configuration

Settings for Pb batteries (Charge, Discharge, Cycle).

NiZn Battery Configuration

Settings for NiZn batteries (Charge, Discharge, Cycle).

Parameters Setup

Charger Setup Menu

Accessing and configuring main charger settings like temperature and fans.

Beep Tone, LCD, and Output Power

Customizing audible alerts, display, and output power limits.

Power Supply and Configuration Management

Setting input power sources and managing configurations.

Advanced Functions and Utilities

Communication and Language Settings

Configuring communication ports and display language.

Calibration Procedures

Performing channel and variable calibration.

Extra Functions (Log Files & Servo Test)

Managing log files and testing servo motors.

System Utilities and Support

Pulse Measurement & USB;SD Card

Measuring pulses and using USB/SD card features.

Warranty and Service

Information on product warranty coverage and service.

Firmware Upgrades

Procedures for updating firmware via USB or SD card.

Data Logging and Important Notes

Using Logview Software

Steps to install and connect Logview for data monitoring.

Special Operational Notes

Explains Reflex Charge, Regenerative Modes, and Extra Discharge.

Appendix

Status Indicators

Codes and meanings for channel operational and control statuses.

Error Message Reference

Detailed list of error numbers, messages, and descriptions.

iCharger 308DUO Specifications

General

Input Voltage Range	10-30V DC
Input Current Limit	50A
Max Discharge Power per Channel	80W
Max Charge Current per Channel	30A
Number of Channels	2
LiPo Cell Count	1-8S
NiCd/NiMH Cell Count	1-25S
Balancing Current	1.2A
Max Charge Power per Channel	1300W
Supported Battery Chemistries	LiPo, LiFe, NiCd, NiMH, Pb
Pb Cell Count	1-18S
Display	2.8" LCD
Cooling	Built-in fan
Data Logging	Supported via USB
Working Mode	Charge, Discharge, Storage
USB Charging Port	5V/1A