Onyx KX80 80W AC/DC Charger Instruction Manual

1. Pengenalan

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. Langkah-langkah Keselamatan

• Always operate the charger in a well-ventilated area, away from flammable materials.
• Never leave the charger unattended while in use.
• 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.
• Do not attempt to charge damaged or swollen batteries.
• Keep the charger away from moisture, dust, and direct sunlight.
• Use only the provided or approved power cables and adapters.
• Produk ini bukan mainan. Jauhkan daripada kanak-kanak.

3. Kandungan Pakej

Sahkan bahawa semua item terdapat dalam pakej anda:

• Onyx KX80 80W AC/DC Charger
• Kord Kuasa AC
• 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. Produk Lebihview

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

Imej: Bersudut view of the Onyx KX80 charger, showcasing reka bentuk kompak dan kawalan panel hadapannya.

Front Panel Controls and Display:

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.

• Skrin LCD: Displays charging parameters, battery status, and menu options.
• Butang Berhenti: 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.

Panel sisi:

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

• Input Kuasa AC: For connecting the charger to a standard wall outlet (100-240V AC).
• Input Kuasa 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.

• Terminal Keluaran: 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. Persediaan

5.1 Sambungan Kuasa

1. Kuasa AC: 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. Kuasa DC: 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 Sambungan Bateri

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. Arahan Operasi

6.1 Menu Navigasi

Gunakan BATT/PROG button to cycle through the main battery program types. Use the Status / Decrease dan Start / Enter buttons to navigate within menus and adjust values. Press Start / Enter to confirm a selection or start an operation. Press Berhenti 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. Tekan BATT/PROG until the desired battery type (e.g., 'LiPo BATT') is displayed.
3. Tekan 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 dan 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. Tekan dan tahan 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 sekali lagi.
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 Berhenti dan putuskan sambungan bateri.

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. Tekan BATT/PROG until 'NiMH BATT' or 'NiCd BATT' is displayed.
3. Tekan 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. Tekan dan tahan 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. Tekan BATT/PROG until 'Pb BATT' is displayed.
3. Tekan Start / Enter to enter the program menu.
4. Select 'Pb CHARGE'.
5. Adjust the charge current and voltage (e.g., 2V, 6V, 12V).
6. Tekan dan tahan 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. Sambungkan bateri.
2. Navigate to the desired battery type program.
3. Select the 'DISCHARGE' mode.
4. Adjust the discharge current and final voltage (jika berkenaan).
5. Tekan dan tahan Start / Enter for 3 seconds to begin discharging.
6. The charger will stop automatically when the set parameters are reached.

7. Penyelenggaraan

• Keep the charger clean and free from dust. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
• Jangan gunakan pelarut atau pembersih pelelas.
• Regularly inspect all cables and connectors for damage. Replace any damaged components immediately.
• Simpan pengecas di tempat yang sejuk dan kering apabila tidak digunakan.

8. Penyelesaian masalah

9. Spesifikasi

10. Waranti dan Sokongan

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Onyx product webtapak atau hubungi pengedar sah anda. Simpan resit pembelian anda sebagai bukti pembelian.