SKYRC Q200neo AC DC Multi Function Smart Charger Instruction Manual

Q200neo
AC/DC Multi-Function Smart Charger
Instruction Manual

SK-100197
V1.0

Introduction

Introducing the SkyRC Q200neo AC/DC Multi-Function Smart Charger, an enhanced version of the Q200.
With four independent ports and compatibility with various RC batteries, it adapts to different chemistries. It can act as a quad-output digital power, offering adjustable voltage (1.0V-30V), and current (0.1A-10.0A) per output. The 20W USB-C PD 3.0 charging port allows rapid charging of smartphones, tablets, and the 2020 MacBook Air.
Connect effortlessly via Type-C or Bluetooth, and control it with Charger Master on PC, Mac, or smartphone.
Before using it for the first time, it is crucial to carefully read through the instructions, warnings, and safety tips provided. Improperly charging a battery or misusing the charger can lead to potentially hazardous situations such as fire or explosion.

Package

Meet Q200neo

Specification

Three Ports: 66W3 Four Ports: 50W4 PD3.0: 20W Max Power distribution priority: Type-C>A>B>C>D
* DC| Total 400W One Port: 100W Max Two Ports: 100W2 Three Ports: 100W3 Four Ports: 100W4 PD3.0: 20W Max Power distribution priority: Type-C>A>B>C>D
** Discharge Power| Main Port| 5W
Main Port+Balance Port| 25W (LiPo/6S)
Charge Current| LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV/ NiMH/NiCd/Pb| 0.1-10.0A
Discharge Current| LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV/ NiMH/NiCd/Pb| 0.1-2.0A
Balance Current| LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV| 800mA Max
Trickle Charge Current| NiMH/NiCd| 50-300mA & OFF
Item| Option| Specification
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Battery Types

| LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV| 1-6S
NiMH/NiCd| 2-15S
Pb| 3S/6S/12S

Working Modes

| LiPo/LiFe/LiIon/LiHV| Balance CHG, Charge, Discharge, Storage
NiMH/NiCd| Normal, Discharge, Re-Peak, CYCLE_D_C, CYCLE_C_D
Pb| Charge, AGM Charge, Cold Charge, Discharge

DC Power Supply

| Voltage| 1.0-30.0V
Current| 0.1-10.0A
Power| Max. 100W single port

USB Type-C Output

| QC3.0| 5V 3A, 9V 2A, 12V 1.5A 18W
PD| 5V 3A, 9V 2.2A, 12V 1.67A 20W
Size| LengthWidthHeight| 12311978mm
Weight| Net Weight| 680g
Working Environment| Working Temperature| 0°C-40°C
Working Humidity| 10%-80%
Storage Environment| Storage Temperature| -10°C-60°C
Storage Humidity| 20%-70%

Warning
Q200neo is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the charger by a person responsible for their safety. Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in a product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

Never leave charging batteries unattended during use.
Never charge batteries overnight.
Never attempt to charge dead, damaged, or wet battery packs.
Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries.
Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight.
Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
Never connect the charger if the power cord has been pinched or shorted.
Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
Never attach your charger to both an AC and a DC power source at the same time.
Always use the charger with the correct charging and discharging program.
Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger.
Never use the charger on car seats, carpets, or similar surfaces.
Always operate the charger away from flammable and explosive materials.

Standard Battery Parameters

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LiPo

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Lilon

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LiFe

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LiHV

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NiMH

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NiCd

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Pb

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**Nominal voltage| ** 3.7V/cell| 3.6V/cell| 3.3V/cell| 3.8V/cell| 1.2V/cell| 1.2V/cell| 2.0V/cell
Max. charge voltage| 4.2V/cell| 4.1V/cell| 3.65V/cell| 4.35V/cell| 1.5V/cell| 1.5V/cell| 2.4V/cell
**Storage voltage| ** 3.8V/cell| 3.7V/cell| 3.3V/cell| 3.85V/cell| N/A| N/A| ** N/A
Allowable fast charge current| ≦ 1C| ≦ 1C| ≦ 4C| ≦ 1C| ** 1C-2C| ** 1C-2C| ≦ 0.4C
Min. discharge voltage**| 3.0-3.4V/cell| 2.9-3.3V/cell| 2.6-3.0V/cell| 3.1-3.5V/cell| 0.6-1.0V/cell| 0.6-1.0V/cell| 1.8-2.0V/cell

Select the correct operating procedure in accordance with the battery parameters.
Incorrect settings may cause the battery to burn or even explode.

Explanation of Buttons

Port Swtich Button
Switch Between Ports A,B,C,and D
Scroll Button
Navigate through Ports A,B,C,and D in the home menu
Short-press to enter into parameters setting and confirm your selection.
Scroll the wheel to select different menus or adjust parameters.
Press and hold the scroll wheel for two seconds to access the System Setting menu.

Program Flow Chart

Note: This flow chart provides an example for one port, and the charts for the four ports (Ports A, B, C, and D) are identical

Power and Battery Connection

1. Connect to power source
   There are two options of inputs for SkyRC Q200neo: AC 100-240V or DC 10-30V.
   

2. Connect the battery
   WARNING! TO AVOID SHORT CIRCUITS, ALWAYS CONNECT THE CHARGE LEADS TO THE CHARGER FIRST AND THEN TO THE BATTERY. REVERSE THE SEQUENCE WHEN DISCONNECTING.

1) LiPo Battery Connection with Balance Adapter
For safety reasons, it is highly recommended to charge Lithium batteries (LiPo, Lilon, LiFe and LiHV) using Balance CHG mode unless the battery comes without a balance connector.
The balance wire attached to the battery must be connected to the charger with the black wire aligned with the negative marking. Ensure correct polarity!

2) NiMH/NiCd or Pb Battery Connection

Charging
Various operations are applicable depending on the battery type. This chart illustrates which operations are relevant for different types of batteries.

charge the lithium battery based on the charging rate the user set. It can balance each cells of the battery.
Charge| This mode is to charge the lithium battery based on the charging rate selected.
Storage| This mode is to store the battery via charging or discharging its votlage to a specific storage value.
Discharge| This mode is to dishcarge the lithium battery based on the discharging rate selected.
Battery Type| Working Mode| Description
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NiMH NiCd| Charge| This mode is to charge the NiMH/NiCd battery based on the charging rate selected.
Discharge| This mode is to discharge the NiMH/NiCd battery based on the discharging rate selected.
Re-Peak| In re-peak charge mode, the charger can peak charge the battery twice in a row automatically. This is good for confirming the battery is fully charged.
Cycle_D_C| 1 to 3 cyclic and continuous process of discharge>charge is operable for refreshing and restoring the performance of NiMH/NiCd batteries.
Cycle_C_D| 1 to 3 cyclic and continuous process of charge>discharge is operable for refreshing and restoring the performance of NiMH/NiCd batteries.

Pb

| Normal| This mode is to charge the Pb battery based on the charging rate selected.
AGM Charge| This mode is to charge the AGM battery based on the charging rate selected.
Cold Charge| This mode is to charge the Pb battery under a low temperature based on the charging rate selected.
Discharge| This mode is to discharge the Pb battery based on the discharging rate selected.

Lithium Battery Program(LiPo/LiFe/Lilon/LiHV)

The following flowchart is a reference to set the program manually.

NiMH/NiCd Battery Program

Pb Lead-Acid Battery Program

Charger Master

The Q200neo offers the convenience of charging and discharging directly from your computer, whether you’re using Windows or MacOS. It provides a visual display of various parameters, such as charge time, capacity, charge current, and voltage, presented in a curve format.

1. Download the latest Charger Master onto your desktop. Unzip and open it;

2.  Choose Data for USB work mode in System Setting>USB;

3. Connect Q200neo to your computer via a USB type-C cable;
   

4. On the top left panel, choose the expected work mode to initiate the program.

SkyCharger app Control
With the built-in Bluetooth 5.0, Users can easily control the Q200neo charger through the SkyCharger app. The firmware can be upgraded over the OTA(On the Air).
Scan the QR code below to download the SkyCharger app!

http://www.skyrc.com/qrcode/?key=skyrc_q200

DC Power

On the main menu, hold the Scroll Wheel for two seconds to enter Charger Setting>DC Power.
Select the options of DC Power: adjust the output voltage and current.
Select Start to activate the DC Power working mode.
When acting as a digital power supply, Q200neo can regulate its output voltage or output current at a constant level. Constant Current(CC) Mode and Constant Voltage(CV) Mode can switch automatically as follows:
If R load > (V out / I out) then power supply is in CV mode
If R load < (V out / I out) then power supply is in CC mode
This is essential and vital for efficient and precise power delivery in various applications for our RC professionals!

*Benefits of using a CC/CV mode DC power supply explained:

1. Versatility: CC/CV power supplies are versatile because they can switch between constant current and constant voltage modes. This makes them suitable for a wide range of applications, from powering delicate electronics to driving high-power devices.
2. Protection: The CC mode can prevent overcurrent situations, which could damage electronic devices or create hazardous situations. By setting a maximum current limit, the power supply ensures that it won’t deliver more current than the device can safely handle.
3. Battery Charging: CC/CV power supplies are particularly useful for charging lithium-ion batteries, which require a precise charging protocol. Initially, the charger works in CC mode to restore most of the battery’s capacity, then switches to CV mode to top off the charge while preventing overcharging.
4. Optimized for Various Loads: Some loads require a specific voltage to operate correctly, while others need a particular current. A CC/CV power supply can adapt to these needs, providing a stable and suitable power output under various load conditions.
5. Improved Efficiency: By dynamically switching between modes depending on the load, a CC/ CV power supply can often operate more efficiently than a power supply using only one mode.
6. Safe for LED Driving: LEDs are current-driven devices, and a slight increase in voltage can lead to a high current, causing damage to LEDs. CC mode allows safe driving of LEDs. CV mode can be useful when LEDs are configured in parallel strings.

USB Type-C PD/QC3.0 Output
With the 20W USB-C PD 3.0 charging port, our RC players can enjoy rapid charging speeds like never before. Whether you’re charging your smartphones, tablets, or 2020 MacBook Airs, this powerful port ensures that you can fuel up your devices in a fraction of the time.

Voltage Calibration (For expert user only)
You can calibrate the voltage directly on the charger with a 6S LiPo battery. For more information, please contact us at [email protected]
Charge Settings
On the main interface, press the Scroll Wheel to enter Charge Setting: switch between ports A,B,C and D by pressing the Port button, or set parameters as below:

NiMH, NiCd)
Battery Cell| Select the number of battery cells by different battery type. (Li-xx: 1-6S, Ni-xx: 2-15S, Pb: 3S/6S/12S)
  Task| Select the work mode to be performed. (Balance CHG, Charge, Storage, Discharge, etc.)
Condition| Set the cut-off voltage.
Current| Set the charge or discharge current.
 Start| Start the program.
Back| Back to the main interface.

System Setting
On the main interface, hold the Start button for two seconds to enter the System Setting.

If the difference great than 0.02V between each cells detected, a small current will be applied to keep the battery voltage.
Back| Back to the previous interface.
System Settings| Language| Select the desired language.
Max.Input Power| The maximum charge power. AC Input: 200W

DC Input: 400W

Min.Input Voltage| Set the minimum voltage for input protection.
LCD Backlight| Adjust the brightness of the screen.
Volume| Adjust/Turn off the volume of the key and beep.
Completion Signal| Choose the way you’d like to be reminded when the program completes. If Repeat is chosen, the charger will play the completion signal every half an hour.
USB| Select the mode of the USB Type-C port:
Auto: the charger detects the input of the USB port automatically; Data: connect for communication; Charge: charge the digital devices;
Back| Back to the previous interface.
Menu| Option| Definition
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DC Power
(Press the Port button to switch between port A,B,C,and D)| Voltage| Set the output voltage. (1.0-30.0V)
Current| Set the output current. (0.1-10.0A)
 Start| Enable DC power output and return to the main interface.
Back| Back to the previous interface.
Battery Meter| N/A| Measure the battery voltage and internal resistance. (switch between ports A,B,C,and D ports by pressing the Port button. )
Factory Settings| N/A| Restore to the factory settings.
System Info| N/A| Check the current system status.
Back| N/A| Back to the previous interface.

Firmware Upgrade

To recover from a firmware upgrade failure, please follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the Scroll Wheel, then connect the power cord; Q200neo will power on with a blue screen notice.
2. Connect Q200neo to your computer via a Type-C USB cable;
3. Launch the Charger Master on your computer;
4.  When the status shows CONNECTED, click to check for new firmware;
5. Click to upgrade after detecting a new firmware;
6. Wait for the progress bar to finish and reach 100%; The process takes about 5 minutes.

Errors and Warnings
In the event of a fault, the charger will display an error message and sound an alarm.

Conformity Declaration
SkyRC Q200neo satisfies all relevant and mandatory CE directives and FCC Part 15 Subpart B.

Conform

EN 55014-2

| Electromagnetic compatibility – Requirements for householdappliances, electric tools and similar apparatus – Part 2: Immunity Product Family Standard|

Conform

EN 61000-3-2| Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 3-2: – Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current up to and including 16 A per phase)| Conform
EN 61000-3-3| Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 3-3: Limitation of voltage supply

systems for equipment with rated current ≤ 16 A.

| Conform
FCC Part Subpart 15B| Title 47 Telecommunication PART 15 – RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES Subpart B – Unintentional Radiators| Conform

EN 300328

| Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.|

Conform

EN 301489-1EN 301489-17| Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements. Part 17: Specific|

Conform

EN 50663: 2017

| Generic standard for assessment of low power electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (10 MHz – 300 GHz)|

Conform

EN 62479

| Assessment of the compliance of low power electronic and electrical equipment with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz to 300 GHz)|

Conform

EN 61558-2-16 EN 61558-1

| Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units| Conform
Part 15 Section 15.247| Operation within the bands 902 – 928 MHZ, 2400 – 2483.5 MHz, and 5725 -5850 MHz.| Conform

Warranty and Service

Liability Exclusion
This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of battery stated in this Instruction Manual. SkyRC accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for any purpose other than that stated. We are unable to ensure that you follow the instructions supplied with the charger, and we have no control over the methods you employ for using, operating, and maintaining the device. For this reason, we are obliged to deny all liability for loss, damage, or costs that are incurred due to the incompetent or incorrect use and operation of our products, or which are connected with such operation in any way. Unless otherwise prescribed by law, our obligation to pay compensation, regardless of the legal argument employed, is limited to the invoice value of those SkyRC products which were immediately and directly involved in the event in which the damage occurred.
Warranty and Service
We guarantee this product to be free of manufacturing and assembly defects for a period of one year from the time of purchase. The warranty only applies to material or operational defects, which are present at the time of purchase. During that period, we will repair or replace free of service charge for products deemed defective due to those causes. This warranty is not valid for any damage or subsequent damage arising as a result of misuse, modification, or as a result of failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual.

Note:
The warranty service is valid in China only.
If you need warranty service overseas, please contact your dealer in the first instance, who is responsible for processing guarantee claims overseas. Due to high shipping costs, and complicated custom clearance procedures to send back to China, please understand that SkyRC can’t provide warranty service to overseas end users directly.
If you have any questions which are not mentioned in the manual, please feel free to send an email to [email protected]

SKYRC Q200neo 26.
The manual is subject to change without notice;
please refer to our website for the latest version!
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SKYRC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
www.skyrc.com
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