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iCharger 406DUO - User Manual

iCharger 406DUO
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406DUO V1.2.0
Synchronous Balance Charger/Discharger
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406DUO User's Manual (V1.2.0)
Index
User Notice ........................................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Safety Notes ............................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Copyright .................................................................................................................................... - 5 -
406DUO Special Features .......................................................................................................... - 5 -
Appearance Parameters .............................................................................................................. - 5 -
Specifications ............................................................................................................................. - 6 -
Device Introduction ............................................................................................................................ - 7 -
406DUO Parts & Interface Introduction .................................................................................... - 7 -
406DUO Buttons Function & Icons Description ....................................................................... - 7 -
406DUO Standard Accessories .................................................................................................. - 9 -
406DUO 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 ................................................................................. - 18 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Charge Safety Setup ....................................................................................... - 19 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Storage Setup ................................................................................................... - 19 -
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Battery Discharge Setup ............................................................................................... - 19 -
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 -

Table of Contents

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Summary

User Notice

Safety Notes

Essential safety guidelines and precautions for operating the iCharger 406DUO device.

406 DUO Special Features

Highlights the advanced features and technologies incorporated into the iCharger 406DUO model.

Appearance Parameters

Details the physical dimensions and specifications of the iCharger 406DUO unit.

Specifications

Provides comprehensive technical specifications, including input/output ranges and power capacities.

Device Introduction

406 DUO Parts & Interface Introduction

Identifies and explains the various parts and interface elements of the iCharger 406DUO.

406 DUO Buttons Function & Icons Description

Details the functions of buttons and the meaning of icons on the iCharger 406DUO interface.

406 DUO Standard Accessories

Lists and describes the standard accessories included with the iCharger 406DUO charger.

406 DUO Optional Accessories

Lists and describes optional accessories available for purchase to enhance iCharger 406DUO functionality.

The Order of Connection for Charger

The Power Input Ground Cannot be Connected with the Output Ground

Emphasizes the critical safety rule of not connecting the power input ground to the output ground.

The Order of Connection

Outlines the correct sequence for connecting power and battery to the iCharger 406DUO.

Dual-channel Connection Notes

Provides essential notes and rules for connecting batteries to the dual channels of the charger.

Connection for Channel Synchronous Mode

Explains how to configure and use the synchronous mode for dual-channel operation.

iCharger Charge;Discharge Setup & Use

Power Supply Setup

Guides users on configuring the power supply source for the iCharger 406DUO.

Program Add & Manage

Explains how to add, edit, and manage battery charge/discharge programs.

Run Program for Charger

Details the process of selecting and running a charge or discharge program on the charger.

Program Running Status

Describes how to monitor the real-time status and data during program execution.

Error Messages

Lists and explains potential error messages and their corresponding solutions.

Program Edit

Provides instructions on how to edit existing charge/discharge programs in the charger's memory.

406 DUO Parameters Setup

Charger Setup

Accesses the main charger setup menu for various operational parameters.

Temp. & Fans Setup

Configures temperature monitoring and fan speed settings for optimal operation.

Beep Tone Setup

Customizes the audible alerts and beep tones for different events.

LCD Setup

Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the charger's LCD screen.

Output Power Setup

Sets the power limits for individual channels and manages power distribution.

Power Supply Setup

Configures the power supply source and its voltage/current limits.

Save & Load Configuration Setup

Manages saving and loading charger configuration settings to/from an SD card.

Communication Settings

Configures serial or USB communication ports for data transfer and control.

Language Setup

Selects the user interface language, offering English and German options.

Calibration

Guides through the process of calibrating the charger for accurate measurements.

Extra Function

Accesses additional features like log file management and servo testing.

Pulse Measurement

Details how to perform pulse measurement using the J2 port for signal analysis.

406 DUO Firmware Upgrades

Firmware Upgrades via USB Port

Step-by-step guide for upgrading the charger's firmware using a USB connection.

Firmware Upgrades via SD Card

Instructions for updating the charger's firmware using an SD card.

Use Logview for 406 DUO

Communication Steps

Details the steps to establish communication between the charger and Logview software.

Start LogView

Guides on starting and configuring the Logview software for data monitoring.

Important Notes

The Charging Principle for Reflex Charge Mode

Explains the charging principle behind the Reflex Charge Mode for NiMH and NiCd batteries.

Power Regenerative Mode

Describes how the charger utilizes power regenerative mode to recover energy during discharge.

Channel Regenerative Mode

Explains the feature of transferring regenerative energy between charger channels.

Lithium Battery Extra Discharge Mode

Details how to expand discharge capacity using external resistance for lithium batteries.

Appendix

Status Indication of Running Channel

Provides a reference for status indications during channel operation.

Status Indication of Channel Control

Lists and explains status indications related to channel control parameters.

Error Messages

A comprehensive list of error codes and their descriptions for troubleshooting.

iCharger 406DUO Specifications

General IconGeneral
Discharge Power per Channel50W
Maximum Discharge Power100W
Max Charge Current per Channel40A
Battery Types SupportedLiPo, LiIo, LiFe, NiCd, NiMH, Pb
Pb Battery Voltage2-24V
Balancing Current1.2A
USB PortYes
Maximum Regenerative Discharge Power1400W
Charge Current Range0.1-40A
Discharge Current Range0.1-20A
Cell Count1-6
DisplayLCD
LiPo/LiIo/LiFe Cell Count1-6 series

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