ISDT C4 EVO

ISDT C4 EVO Smart Battery Charger Instruction Manual

Model: C4 EVO

1. Produk Lebihview

The ISDT C4 EVO is a versatile 6-bay smart battery charger designed for a wide range of rechargeable batteries. It features independent charging channels, a full-color LCD screen for real-time monitoring, and multiple professional working modes to optimize battery performance and longevity. With its 36W Type-C input, it offers rapid and efficient charging.

ISDT C4 EVO Smart Battery Charger with six empty battery slots and a clear LCD screen.
Figure 1: The ISDT C4 EVO Smart Battery Charger, showcasing its compact design and six independent battery slots.

2. Kandungan Pakej

  • 1 x ISDT C4 EVO Charger
  • 1 x Kabel USB-C
  • 1 x Manual Pengguna (dokumen ini)

3. Ciri-ciri Utama

3.1 Keserasian Bateri

This universal charger supports a broad spectrum of rechargeable batteries, including Lithium-ion, Ni-MH, Ni-Cd, Ni-Zn, LiHV, and LiFePO4. It accommodates various sizes from AAA and AA to 16650, 18650, 21700, and 26700. After firmware update V2.0.0.1 or above, it also supports 1.5V Li-ion batteries.

Note: Ni-Zn/LiHV batteries require manual battery type selection. C/D and 9V rechargeable batteries are not supported.

ISDT C4 EVO charger with various battery types inserted, illustrating its six independent charging slots.
Figure 2: The charger demonstrating its six independent slots, capable of charging different battery types simultaneously, such as AA, 18650, and 26700 cells.

3.2 Rapid Charging

Equipped with a 36W Type-C input, the C4 EVO offers adjustable charging currents. Each horizontal slot can deliver up to 3.0A, while vertical slots provide up to 1.5A for simultaneous multi-battery charging. For optimal performance, use an 18W or higher fast-charging adapter. 5V2A power sources are not recommended.

3.3 Smart Operating System

The charger features a large, full-color LCD screen that displays real-time charging progress and detailed statistics for each battery. Its user-friendly graphical interface allows for easy navigation and adjustment of screen brightness and charging tone alerts.

ISDT C4 EVO charger displaying real-time charging status on its LCD screen.
Figure 3: The charger's smart operating system provides real-time status monitoring, including voltage, current, capacity, temperature, and internal resistance.

3.4 Professional Working Modes

Beyond standard charging, the C4 EVO offers advanced functions for comprehensive battery maintenance:

  • caj: Pengecasan bateri standard.
  • Pelepasan: Discharges batteries to a set voltage.
  • Storan: Prepares batteries for long-term storage by charging/discharging to an optimal voltage.
  • Kitaran: Charges and discharges batteries multiple times to determine actual capacity and improve performance.
  • Menganalisis: Measures battery capacity and internal resistance.
  • Muat semula: Revitalizes older batteries by cycling them.
  • Destroy: Safely discharges batteries to 0V for disposal.

3.5 Multiple Security Protections

The charger incorporates several safety features to ensure secure operation and extend battery life:

  • Perlindungan Caj Terlebih
  • Perlindungan Pelepasan Lebih
  • Perlindungan Litar pintas
  • Perlindungan Polariti Terbalik
  • Perlindungan Terlalu Panas
  • Perlindungan Tamat Masa
ISDT C4 EVO charger displaying a 'Battery polarity reversal!' error message, highlighting its safety features.
Figure 4: The charger's display indicating a battery polarity reversal, demonstrating its built-in safety mechanisms.

3.6 USB Type-C Input

The charger utilizes a USB Type-C input, supporting QC2.0/3.0 and PD fast charging protocols. It can also be powered by a laptop USB port for convenience.

3.7 Firmware Upgradability

The firmware can be updated via the USB-C interface when connected to a computer, ensuring access to the latest features and optimal performance.

ISDT C4 EVO charger connected to a laptop, showing the firmware update interface.
Figure 5: The charger connected to a computer for firmware updates, ensuring it stays current with the latest features and improvements.

4. Persediaan dan Operasi

4.1 Menyambung Pengecas

  1. Connect the provided USB-C cable to the charger's input port.
  2. Plug the other end of the USB-C cable into a compatible power adapter (18W or higher recommended) or a laptop USB port.

4.2 Memasukkan Bateri

Carefully insert rechargeable batteries into the appropriate slots, ensuring correct polarity. The charger's independent slots allow for simultaneous charging of different battery types and sizes.

4.3 Automatic Detection and Manual Settings

The C4 EVO is designed to automatically detect the chemistry of the inserted battery and set an appropriate charging current. However, for Ni-Zn/LiHV batteries, manual selection of the battery type is required. Users can also manually adjust charging current (up to 3.0A per horizontal slot, 1.5A per vertical slot) and stop voltage (up to 4.30V) for specific needs.

4.4 Memahami Paparan

Skrin LCD menyediakan data masa nyata yang komprehensif:

  • Sel Voltage and Charge Current
  • Charged Capacity (mAh)
  • Pemasa Operasi
  • Suhu Sel
  • Internal Resistance (mΩ)
  • Input Voltage dan Kuasa

4.5 Important Operating Note

Some heat buildup during fast charging is normal. To reduce battery temperature, you may lower the charging current to 0.6A or below. The default current setting is 1.5A.

5. Spesifikasi

  • Dimensi Produk: 4.72 x 3.62 x 1.34 inci (120 x 92 x 34 mm)
  • Berat Barang: 9.1 auns (0.26 Kilogram)
  • Keluaran Voltage: 5 Volt (DC)
  • Kuasa Input: 36W Type-C (5~12V input)
  • Arus Pengecasan Maks: 3.0A (horizontal slots), 1.5A (vertical slots)
  • Jenis Bateri yang Disokong: Li-ion, Ni-MH, Ni-Cd, Ni-Zn, LiHV, LiFePO4
  • Saiz Bateri yang Disokong: AAA, AA, 16650, 18650, 21700, 26700, etc.
  • Spesifikasi Ditemui: FCC

6. Penyelesaian masalah

6.1 Inaccurate Voltage Pembacaan

While the C4 EVO provides detailed information, external measurements with a calibrated multimeter may show slight discrepancies. This is common across various chargers. For precise measurements, always refer to professional-grade testing equipment.

6.2 Limited Discharge Stop Voltage

The discharge stop voltage is limited to 2.90V. If you require discharging to lower voltages (e.g., 2.6V-2.7V for full capacity testing of some Li-ion cells), an alternative discharge method or device may be necessary.

6.3 Charger Not Powering On / Slow Charging

Ensure you are using an adequate power source. The charger requires a 36W Type-C input, and an 18W or higher fast-charging adapter is recommended for optimal performance. 5V2A power sources may result in slow charging or insufficient power for multiple batteries.

7. Video Produk Rasmi

Video 1: Satu kajian terperinciview of the ISDT C4 EVO Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery Smart Charger, demonstrating its features, interface, and various operating modes. This video provides practical insights into the charger's functionality and performance.

8. Waranti dan Sokongan

The ISDT C4 EVO Charger comes with a 1-year warranty. For dedicated customer support and to download the latest firmware updates, please visit the official ISDT webtapak.