dji SPARK Portable Charging Station User Guide

dji SPARK Portable Charging Station

Product Information

Product Name: SPARK Portable Charging Station

Version: V1.0 2017.09

Trademark: DJITM is a trademark of SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. (abbreviated as DJI) and its affiliated companies.

Disclaimer: This Product and manual are copyrighted by DJI with all rights reserved. No part of this Product or manual shall be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI.

Warning:

1. The Charging Station is only compatible with the battery chargers specified in Specifications.
2. The Charging Station is only compatible with MB1-1480mAh-11.4V Intelligent Flight Batteries. DO NOT attempt to use the Charging Station with other battery models.
3. Ensure the battery temperature is within the appropriate temperature range when in use.
4. Place the Charging Station on a flat and stable surface when in use. Ensure the device is properly insulated to prevent fire hazards.
5. DO NOT touch the contacts on the Charging Station.
6. If there is any noticeable debris buildup, wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth.
7. Fully charge the Charging Station every three months. Disconnect the Charging Station from the external power source and discharge the Charging Station battery to 50%~74% if not intended to be used for a long period, which may prolong the Charging Station service life.
8. Make sure the external charging contacts on the Intelligent Flight Battery are free of dirt before charging.

Product Usage Instructions

Usage Overview:
The Charging Station can charge itself, Intelligent Flight Batteries, and other compatible equipment when connected to an external power source.

Usage Instructions:

Connecting the Batteries:

1. Toggle the Securing Board Switch to open the board and then align the battery with the Battery Slot Track and insert the battery as shown below. Push the battery in the direction of arrow 2 to secure it in place.
2. Align the external charging contact on the aircraft’s battery with the Charging Station’s contact, and then insert the aircraft into the station. After charging starts, the aircraft will power off.
3. Close the securing board and ensure the board is fastened when hearing a click and seeing the switch return to its original position.

Disclaimer

• Thank you for purchasing the SPARK™ Portable Charging Station (hereinafter referred to as ‘Product’). Read this disclaimer carefully before using this Product.
• By using this Product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read it fully. Please use this Product in strict accordance with the manual and be sure to pay attention to the Warning. SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. And its affiliated companies assume no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from improper use of this Product. Misuse includes, but is not limited to, using unapproved chargers, charging unapproved batteries, short-circuiting, overheating, modifying the Product, or touching the terminals with skin or metal.
• Refer to the Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines, Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines, and User Manual for applicable information not herein contained. DJIM is a trademark of SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. (abbreviated as “DJI”) and its affiliated companies. Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This Product and manual are copyrighted by DJI with all rights reserved. No part of this Product or manual shall be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI.
• This disclaimer is produced in various languages. In the event of divergence among different versions, the Chinese version shall prevail when the Product in question is purchased in China, and English version shall prevail when the Product in question is purchased in any other region.

Warning

1. The Charging Station is only compatible with the battery chargers specified in “Specifications”.
2. The Charging Station is only compatible with MB1-1480mAh-11.4V Intelligent Flight Batteries. DO NOT attempt to use the Charging Station with other battery models.
3. Ensure the battery temperature is within the appropriate temperature range when in use.
4. Place the Charging Station on a flat and stable surface when in use. Ensure the device is properly insulated to prevent fire hazards.
5. DO NOT touch the contacts on the Charging Station.
6. If there is any noticeable debris buildup, wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth.
7. Fully charge the Charging Station every three months. Disconnect the Charging Station from the external power source and discharge the Charging Station battery to 50%~74% if not intended to be used for a long period, which may prolong the Charging Station service life.
8. Make sure the external charging contacts on the Intelligent Flight Battery are free of dirt before charging.

Introduction

The Spark Portable Charging Station supplies power to Intelligent Flight Batteries and smart devices wherever you go with an impressive amount of total power. When fully charged, it can charge up to three Spark batteries. Without removing the battery from the aircraft, you can simply place Spark into the station to begin charging, and the Charging Station features two additional charging ports for spare batteries. When charging, it will first charge the battery in the aircraft, and then the two spare batteries in accordance with their power levels from high to low. When connected to an external power source, the Charging Station will charge itself as well. Using the USB port, it can also provide power to mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets.

In the Box

Overview

1. Power Button
2. Battery LED Indicators
3. Charging Station Power Level LEDs
4. USB Port
5. Power Port
6. Firmware Update Port (Micro USB)
7. Securing Board Switch
8. Charging Contact
9. Battery Slot Track
10. Securing Board

Usage

Connected to an External Power Source
When connected to an external power source, the Charging Station can charge itself, Intelligent Flight Batteries, and other compatible equipment. Follow the instructions below to use the Charging Station.

1. Connecting to a Power Source
   Connect the Spark Battery Charger to a power outlet (100-240 V, 50-60 Hz), then connect the Charging Station to the Spark Battery Charger.

2. Connecting the Batteries
   • Toggle the Securing Board Switch to open the board and then align the battery with the Battery Slot Track and insert the battery as shown below. Push the battery in the direction of arrow @ to secure it in place.
   • Align the external charging contact on the aircraft’s battery with the Charging Station’s contact, and then insert the aircraft into the station. After charging starts, the aircraft will power off.
   • Close the securing board and ensure the board is fastened when hearing a “click” and seeing the switch return to its original position.

When charging, the Charging Station will first charge the battery in the aircraft, and then the two spare batteries in accordance with their power levels from high to low. Refer to “LED Descriptions” for more information about the Battery LED Indicators and Charging Station Power Level LEDs’ flashing patterns.

• When connected to an external power source, after batteries are correctly inserted, the charging station will automatically start charging. There is no need to power on the Charging Station manually.
• Make sure the securing board is firmly closed if you still want to charge the batteries or other devices during transportation after the power cable is disconnected. The Charging Station can still supply power to batteries and other devices if it has sufficient power once the power cable is disconnected.
• Disconnect the power cable when charging is complete to power off the Charging Station.

Disconnected from an External Power Source

The Charging Station can work as a power source to charge batteries and other devices when it has adequate power.

1. Checking the Power Level
   Press the power button once to check current power level of the Charging Station and make sure the station itself has adequate power.

2. Connecting Batteries
   Connect batteries with or without the aircraft by following the instructions mentioned in “Connected to an External Power Source” section.

3. Powering on the Station
   Press the power button once, then again, and hold to power on the station and start charging. Press the power button once, then again, and hold to turn off the station if you want to stop charging. When charging is complete (or the station fails to detect the to-be-charged devices) for 30 seconds, the station will turn off automatically. The station will also turn off when its power has run out (power level less than 5%).

   • Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted and the aircraft is attached securely before charging.
   • When using the charging contact, connect the battery to the aircraft first, and then insert the aircraft into the station. The charging contact can only charge an aircraft-connected battery.
   • When charging an aircraft-connected battery together with other spare batteries, connect the spare batteries first, and then the aircraft.
   • DO NOT cover the Charging Station during usage.
     After being placed into the station and charging has started, the aircraft will power off automatically.

LED Descriptions

• The three Battery LED Indicators refer to the three Intelligent Flight Batteries the station can charge. The icon refers to the Intelligent Flight Battery on the left side, refers to the Intelligent Flight Battery inserted into the aircraft, and refers to the Intelligent Flight Battery on the right side.

• The four Charging Station power level LEDs indicate the current power level and charging status of the station itself.

• You do not need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of temperature error; the charger will resume charging when the temperature is within the allowable range.

Updating Firmware

The Charging Hub can be updated using the firmware update program. If no firmware update program is released on the Downloads page of the official DJI website, it indicates that the product firmware is up-to-date and no update is required.

Specifications

• Model MMPCS01
• Compatible Battery Charger Spark Battery Charger (F1C50 Version 2)
• Compatible Battery Model MB1-1480mAh-11.4V
• Output USB Port: 5 V, 2 A
• Capacity 5000 mAh, 54 Wh
• Input Voltage 13.05 V
• Input Current 4 A
• Operating Temperature Range 41-104° F (5-40° C)
• Charging Time
  • Connected to an external power source:
  • Approx. 1 hr 35 min (station only)
  • Approx. 3 hr (station and three batteries)
  • Disconnected from an external power source:
  • Approx. 2 hr 30 min (three batteries)

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FCC Compliance

• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
  1. This device may not cause harmful interference
  2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

EU Compliance Statement

• SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/30/EU.
• A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at www.dji.com/euro- compliance
• EU contact address: DJI GmbH, Industriestrasse. 12, 97618, Niederlauer, Germany

DISPOSAL

Environmentally friendly disposal
Old electrical appliances must not be disposed of together with the residual waste, but have to be disposed of separately. The disposal at the communal collecting point via private persons is for free. The owner of old appliances is responsible to bring the appliances to these collecting points or to similar collection points. With this little personal effort, you contribute to recycle valuable raw materials and the treatment of toxic substances.

IC Compliance
This device complies with ICES-003 standard. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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