Riden RD6012 - User Manual

RD6006, RD6012, RD6018 DC Power Supplies
with Custom Firmware by UniSoft
Primary Author: Sunkmail (Scott Mitten)
Contributing Authors: Dougg (Doug G.)
bateau020
A big thanks to UniSoft for both writing the firmware and technical assistance in creating this document.
This document is user created and definitely has errors and omissions.
Use with Caution.
For any correction or additions to this document, contact Sunkmail by the link provided,
or through the associated forum thread on EEVBlog.com.
Latest Document Change: March 19, 2021

Summary

Installing Custom UniSoft Firmware

Prepare RD60 xx for Firmware Installation

Prepare the RD60xx unit for firmware installation by setting interface mode to USB.

UniSoft RDFlasher for Windows Firmware Update

Instructions for flashing custom firmware using the UniSoft RDFlasher utility on Windows.

Timo Kokkonens Riden Flashtool Guide

RD60 xx Front Panel Overview

Navigating System Settings

Global Menu Pages Structure

Battery Icon Page Menu

Gear Icon Page Menu

Home Icon Page Menu

Current Session (CS) Menu Layout

Quick Settings (QS) Menu Layout

Button Actions and Shortcuts Guide

Graph Mode Specific Button Shortcuts

Detailed Setting Options Explained

Customizing Display Colours

Graph Display Functionality Explained

Graph (View) Mode Operation

Explains the Graph (View) Mode, including navigation and data interpretation.

Raw ADC Values and Calibration Procedure

How to Adjust RD60 xx Calibration

Provides instructions on how to adjust or restore the RD60xx's factory calibration.

Hardware Modification Guide

Output Surge Problem and Hardware Fix

Explains the output surge problem and provides a hardware fix involving resistor replacement.

Connecting the RD60 xx via WiFi

Initial WiFi Configuration via Smart Config

Step-by-step guide for initial WiFi configuration using Smart Config.

Resetting and Reconfiguring WiFi

Additional Software and Utilities

RD60 xx Battery Charging Methods

Understanding Battery Chemistries

Overview of common battery chemistries supported by the RD60xx and their characteristics.

Correctly Connecting a Battery

Procedure for correctly connecting a battery to the RD60xx for charging.

Configuring Battery Charging Settings

Advanced Battery Charging Strategies

Explains different charging strategies like time limit, capacity, and temperature limits.

Riden RD6012 Specifications

General

Output Current	0-12A
Voltage Resolution	0.01V
Current Resolution	0.001A
Capacity Measurement	Yes
Energy Measurement	Yes
Time Measurement	Yes
Display	LCD
Cooling Method	Fan
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 40°C
Communication Interface	USB
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 70°C
Output Voltage	0-60V DC