Onyx KX80 80W AC/DC Charger Instruction Manual

1. Introdución

The Onyx KX80 is a compact and versatile 80W AC/DC multi-chemistry battery charger and discharger. Designed for hobbyists, it supports a wide range of battery types including LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, LiFe, NiCd, NiMH, and Pb. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, setup, and maintenance of your KX80 charger.

2. Precaucións de seguridade

• O cargador debe funcionar sempre nunha zona ben ventilada, lonxe de materiais inflamables.
• Nunca deixe o cargador desatendido mentres estea en uso.
• Ensure correct battery type and cell count settings before initiating any charge or discharge cycle. Incorrect settings can lead to battery damage, fire, or injury.
• Non intente cargar baterías danadas ou inchadas.
• Manteña o cargador lonxe da humidade, do po e da luz solar directa.
• Use only the provided or approved power cables and adapters.
• Este produto non é un xoguete. Manter fóra do alcance dos nenos.

3. Contido do paquete

Verifica que todos os elementos estean presentes no teu paquete:

• Onyx KX80 80W AC/DC Charger
• Cable de alimentación de CA
• DC Input Cable (Alligator Clips)
• Banana Plug to Deans Adapter
• JST-XH Balance Adapter Board

Image: The Onyx KX80 charger displayed with its complete set of included accessories, including power cables, charging leads, and a balance adapter board.

4. Produto rematadoview

The Onyx KX80 features a user-friendly interface with a 2-line LCD screen and four control buttons for easy navigation and operation.

Imaxe: Un ángulo view of the Onyx KX80 charger, showcasinpolo seu deseño compacto e os controis do panel frontal.

Controis e pantalla do panel frontal:

Image: A close-up of the charger's front panel, highlighting the LCD screen displaying 'LiPo BALANCE CHG' and the four control buttons: Stop, BATT/PROG, Status/Decrease, and Start/Enter.

• Pantalla LCD: Displays charging parameters, battery status, and menu options.
• Botón de parada: Terminates the current operation or returns to the previous menu.
• BATT/PROG Button: Enters the battery program selection menu.
• Status / Decrease Button (Left Arrow): Navigates through menu options or decreases values.
• Start / Enter Button (Right Arrow): Confirms selections or starts operations.

Paneis laterais:

Image: The side of the charger featuring the AC power input port and the DC power input port, labeled 'DC POWER'.

• Entrada de enerxía CA: For connecting the charger to a standard wall outlet (100-240V AC).
• Entrada de alimentación DC: For connecting the charger to a DC power source (11-18V DC), such as a car battery.

Image: The opposite side of the charger, showing the main output terminals (red and black banana plug ports) and the multi-pin balance port for LiPo/LiHV/Li-Ion/LiFe batteries.

• Terminais de saída: Red (+) and Black (-) banana plug ports for connecting the main charging lead to the battery.
• Balance Port: Multi-pin port for connecting the balance lead of LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, or LiFe batteries (1-6 cells).

5. Configuración

5.1 Conexión de alimentación

1. Potencia CA: Connect the AC power cord to the charger's AC input port, then plug the other end into a standard wall outlet (100-240V AC).
2. Potencia CC: Alternatively, connect the DC input cable (with alligator clips) to the charger's DC input port. Connect the red clip to the positive (+) terminal and the black clip to the negative (-) terminal of a 11-18V DC power source (e.g., a 12V car battery).

The charger will power on, and the LCD screen will illuminate.

5.2 Conexión da batería

1. Connect the appropriate charging lead (e.g., Banana plug to Deans adapter) to the charger's main output terminals (red to red, black to black).
2. Connect the other end of the charging lead to your battery's main power connector.
3. For LiPo, LiHV, Li-Ion, or LiFe batteries, also connect the battery's balance lead to the appropriate slot on the JST-XH balance adapter board, then connect the adapter board to the charger's balance port. Ensure the correct cell count slot is used.

6. Instrucións de funcionamento

6.1 Navegación por menús

Usa o BATT/PROG button to cycle through the main battery program types. Use the Status / Decrease e Start / Enter buttons to navigate within menus and adjust values. Press Start / Enter to confirm a selection or start an operation. Press Pare to go back or end an operation.

6.2 Charging LiPo/LiHV/Li-Ion/LiFe Batteries

1. Connect the battery as described in Section 5.2.
2. Preme BATT/PROG until the desired battery type (e.g., 'LiPo BATT') is displayed.
3. Preme Start / Enter to enter the LiPo program menu.
4. Select the desired mode (e.g., 'LiPo BALANCE CHG' for balanced charging, 'LiPo CHARGE' for fast charging, 'LiPo FAST CHG' for fast charging, 'LiPo STORAGE' for storage charge). Balanced charging is recommended for optimal battery life and safety.
5. Adjust the charge current (e.g., 0.1A - 6.0A) using the Status / Decrease e Start / Enter buttons. A common guideline is to charge at 1C (e.g., for a 5000mAh battery, charge at 5.0A).
6. Adjust the cell count (e.g., '3S' for a 3-cell battery). The charger will automatically detect the cell count if connected correctly via the balance port.
7. Mantén premido Start / Enter for 3 seconds to confirm settings and begin the charging process. The charger will perform a cell count check. Confirm by pressing Start / Enter de novo.
8. The display will show real-time charging information.
9. Once charging is complete, the charger will beep, and the display will indicate 'FULL'. Press Pare and disconnect the battery.

6.3 Charging NiCd/NiMH Batteries

1. Connect the battery's main power connector to the charger's output terminals. Balance connection is not required for NiCd/NiMH.
2. Preme BATT/PROG until 'NiMH BATT' or 'NiCd BATT' is displayed.
3. Preme Start / Enter to enter the program menu.
4. Select 'NiMH CHARGE' or 'NiCd CHARGE'.
5. Adjust the charge current and cell count (if applicable).
6. Mantén premido Start / Enter for 3 seconds to begin charging.
7. Disconnect the battery when charging is complete.

6.4 Charging Pb (Lead-Acid) Batteries

1. Connect the battery's main power connector to the charger's output terminals.
2. Preme BATT/PROG until 'Pb BATT' is displayed.
3. Preme Start / Enter to enter the program menu.
4. Select 'Pb CHARGE'.
5. Adjust the charge current and voltage (e.g., 2V, 6V, 12V).
6. Mantén premido Start / Enter for 3 seconds to begin charging.
7. Disconnect the battery when charging is complete.

6.5 Discharging Batteries

The KX80 offers a discharge function (2A, 10W). This is useful for cycling NiCd/NiMH batteries or preparing LiPo/LiHV/Li-Ion/LiFe batteries for storage.

1. Conecte a batería.
2. Navigate to the desired battery type program.
3. Select the 'DISCHARGE' mode.
4. Adjust the discharge current and final voltage (se procede).
5. Mantén premido Start / Enter for 3 seconds to begin discharging.
6. The charger will stop automatically when the set parameters are reached.

7. Mantemento

• Manteña o cargador limpo e libre de po. Use un pano suave e seco para limpalo.
• Non use disolventes ou produtos de limpeza abrasivos.
• Regularly inspect all cables and connectors for damage. Replace any damaged components immediately.
• Garda o cargador nun lugar fresco e seco cando non estea en uso.

8 Solución de problemas

9. Especificacións

10. Garantía e soporte

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Onyx product websitio web ou póñase en contacto co seu distribuidor autorizado. Garde o recibo de compra como proba de compra.