ASG A680 User manual

A680
MULTI-CHARGER
DISCHARGER/POWER SUPPLY

INTRODUCTION
Please read this entire operating manual completely and attentively before using this product,
as it covers a wide range of information on operating and safety. Or please do use this prod-
uct in company with a specialist!
Balance Lead Socket
Output Socket 4mm
Banana Plug
LCD Display
Scroll Through the Main Menu
Stop any Change Processes
Resume or Start
Charge Processes
DC input
AC Socket 100-240V
Temperature Sensor Port
Cooling Fan
Alter Values
See the Status of Individual
Cells in Balance Mode

SPECIAL FEATURES
Re-Peak Mode of NiMH/NiCd Battery
In re-peak charge mode, the charger can peak charge the battery once, twice or three times in a
row automatically. This is good for making certain the battery is fully charged.
Delta-peak Sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd
Delta-peak sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd battery:The automatic charge termination program based
on the principle of the Delta-peak voltage detection. When the battery’s voltage exceeds the
threshold, the process will be terminated automatically.
Cyclic Charging/Discharging
1 to 5 cyclic and continuous process of charge > discharge or discharge > charge is operable for
battery refreshing and balancing to stimulate the battery’s activity.
Automatic Charging Current Limit
You can set up the upper limit of the charging current when charging your NiMH or NiCd
battery, it is useful for the NiMH battery of low impedance and capacity in the ‘AUTO’ charging
mode.
Battery Meter
The user can check battery voltage and battery internal resistance.
Capacity Limit
The charging capacity is always calculated as the charging current multiplied by time. If the
charging capacity exceeds the limit, the process will be terminated automatically when you set
the maximum value.
Processing Time Limit:
You can also limit the maximum process time to avoid any possible defect.
DC Power Supply
Your A680 can supply DC power up to 60 Watts. You can use it to power devices that require
DC power.
Optimized Operating Software
A680 features the so-called AUTO function that set the feeding current during the process of
charging or discharging. Especially for lithium batteries, it can prevent the overcharging which
may lead to an explosion due to the user’s fault. It can disconnect the circuit automatically and
alarm once detecting any malfunction.All the programs of this product were controlled through
two-way linkage and communication, to achieve the maximum safety and minimize the trouble.
All the settings can be configured by users!

Battery Memory (Data Store/Load)
The charger can store up to 10 different charge/discharge profiles for your convenience.You can
keep the data pertaining to program setting of the battery of continuous charging or discharg-
ing. Users can call out these data at any time without any special program setting.
PB AGM and Cold Charge
For PB battery, A680 adds AGM and cold charge modes. It can charge AGM battery, and Pb
battery can be charged in cold charge mode in cold days.
Terminal Voltage Control (TVC)
The charger allows user to change the end voltage. (for expert user only)
Internal Independent Lithium Battery Balancer
A680 employs an individual-cell-voltage balancer. It isn’t necessary to connect an external bal-
ancer for balance charging.
Balancing Individual Cells Battery Discharging
During the process of discharging, A680 can monitor and balance each cell of the battery in-
dividually. Error message will be indicated, and the process will be ended automatically if the
voltage of any single one cell is abnormal.
Adaptable to Various Type of Lithium Battery
A680 is adaptable to various types of lithium batteries, such as LiPo, Lilon, LiFe and the new
LiHV batteries.
Fast and Storage Mode of Lithium Battery
Purposes to charge lithium battery varies, ‘fast’ charge reduce the duration of charging, whereas
‘store’ state can control the final voltage of your battery, so as to store for a long time and
protect useful time of the battery.

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTE
These warnings and safety notes are particularly important. Please follow the instructions for
maximum safety; otherwise the charger and the battery can be damaged or at worst it can
cause a fire.
! Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to its power supply. If any malfunc-
tion is found, TERMINATE THE PROCESS AT ONCE and refer to the operation manual.
! Keep the charger well away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunshine and vibration. Never
drop it.
! The allowable AC input voltage is 100-240V AC and DC 11-18V.
! This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, noninflammable and noncon-
ductive surface. Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar. Keep all the inflammable
volatile materials away from operating area.
! Make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure
it meets the requirements of this charger. If the program is set up incorrectly, the battery and
charger may be damaged and can cause fire or explosion due to overcharging.

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
!Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries:
A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including different manufacturers).
A battery that is already fully charged or just slightly discharged.
Non-rechargeable batteries (explosion hazard).
Batteries that require a different charge technique from NiCd, NiMh, LiPo or Gel cell (Pb,
Lead acid).
A faulty or damaged battery.A battery fitted with an integral charge circuit or a protection
circuit.
Batteries installed in a device or which are electrically linked to other components.
Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable for the currents
the charger delivers during the charge process.
!Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging: Did you
select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging?
Did you set up the adequate current for charging or discharging?
Have you checked the battery voltage? Lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and
in series, i.e. a 2 cell pack can be 3.7V (in parallel) or 7.4V (in series).
Have you checked that all connections are firm and secure?
Make sure there are no intermittent contacts at any point in the circuit.
!Charging
During charge process, a specific quantity of electrical energy is fed into the battery.The
charge quantity is calculated by multiplying charge current by charge time. The maximum
permissible charge current varies depending on the battery type or its performance and
can be found in the information by the battery manufacturer. Only batteries that are
expressly stated to be capable of quick charge can be charged at rates higher than the
standard charge current.
Connect the battery to the terminal of the charger: red is positive and black is negative.
Due to the difference between resistance of cable and connector, the charger can not
detect resistance of the battery pack, the essential requirement for the charger to work
properly is that the charge lead should be of adequate conductor cross-selection, and high
quality connectors which are normally gold-plated should be fitted to both ends.
Always refer to the manual by the battery manufacturer about charging methods, rec-
ommended charging current and charging time. Especially, the lithium battery should be
charged according to the charging instruction provided by the manufacturer strictly.

OPERATION
BATT PROG / STOP Button
It is used to stop the progress or go back to previous step/screen
DEC Button:
It is used to go through the menus and decrease the parameter value
INC Button:
It is used to go through the menus and increase the parameter value
ENTER / START Button:
It is used to enter parameter or store parameter on screen.
When you are willing to alter the parameter value in the program, press the START/ENTER
button to make it blink then change the value by pressing DEC and INC button. The value will
be stored by re-pressing the START/ENTER button. If there is another parameter can be altered
in the same screen, when you confirm the first parameter value, the next parameter value will
start to blink which means it is ready to alert.
When you are willing to start the progress, press and hold the START/ENTER button for 3
seconds. When you are willing to stop the progress or go back to previous step/screen, press
the BATT PROG/STOP button once.
When you power on the charger, it will enter LiPo Battery balance program directly. You could
change the mode (balance mode, normal charge mode, fast charge mode, store mode or
discharge mode), enter the desired charging/discharging mode, set the referred parameter and
start the progress.
If you have no request for LiPo Battery program, please press the BATT PROG/STOP button to
enter BATT PROGRAM screen.

PROGRAM FLOW CHART

OPERATING PROGRAM
Here is the detailed procedure to make the charger work. All the screens and operations will
take Li-Po BALANCE CHARGE program for example,
Connection
1). Connecting to power source
It is an AC charger only.
Please insert the AC power cord to the wall socket (100-240V) directly to power it on.
2). Connecting the battery
Important! Before connecting a battery it is absolutely essential to check one last time that
you have set the parameters correctly. If the settings are incorrect, the battery may be dam-
aged, and could even burst into flames or explode. To avoid short circuits between the banana
plugs, always connect the charge leads to the charger first, and only then to the battery.
Reverse the sequence when disconnecting the pack.
3). Balance Charge
The balance wire of the battery must be connected to the charger with the black wire aligned
with the negative mark. Always remember to keep right polarity in the connection. Please
refer to the wiring diagram below, which shows a correct way for your LiPo battery connection
in the balance charge mode.
In the other modes, there is no request to connect the balance wire to the balance socket in
the charger.
But we suggest to charge your battery in balance mode for better performance.

Battery Voltage Meter
The user can check battery’s total voltage, the highest voltage, the lowest voltage and each
cell’s voltage.
Please connect the battery to the charger main battery lead to battery socket and balance
wires to balance socket.
This diagram shows the
correct way to connect your
battery to check the voltage.
The Screen Indicate each cells voltage.
Press the START/ENTER to enter the Lithium Battery
Meter program.
The Screen indicates the total voltage, the high-
est voltage and lowest voltage.

Specification
• DC Input Voltage: 11-18V
• AC Input Voltage: 100-240V
• Display Type: 2x16 LCD
• Display Backlight: Blue
• Case Material: Plastic
• Controls: Four Buttons
• Case Size: 135x110x60mm
• Weight: 390g
• External Port: 1-6S Balance Socket-XH, Temperature Probe Socket, Battery Socket, DC Input.
• Delta Peak Detection for NiMH/NiCd: 3-15mV/cell / Default: 4mV/cell
• Battery Cutoff Temperature: 200 C/680 F-800C/1760 F(adjustable)
• Charge voltage NiMH/NiCd: Delta peak detection
o LiPo: 4.18-4.25V/cell Pb Normal: 2.4V/cell
o LiHV: 4.25-4.35V/cell Pb AGM: 2.45V/cell
o LiFe: 3.58-3.7V/cell Pb Cold: 2.45V/cell
o Lilon: 4.08-4.2V/cell DJI: 13.05V
• Balance current: 300mA/cell
• Reading Voltage Range: 0.1-26.1V/cell
• Battery Types/Cells: LiPO/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon: 1-6cells
o NiMH/NiCd: 1-15cells
o Pb: 2-20V DJI: 3cells(LiHV)
• Battery Capacity Range: NiMH/NiCd: 100-50000mAh
o LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon: 100-50000mAh
o Pb: 100-50000mAh
• Charge current: 0.1A-8.0A
• Safety timer: 1-120 minutes off
• Charge wattage: 80W
• Discharge current: 0.1A-2.0A
• Discharge cut-off voltage: NiMH/NiCd: 0.1-1.1V/cell
o LiPo: 3.0-3.3V/cell LiHV: 3.1-3.4V/cell
o LiFe: 2.6-2.9V/cell Lilon: 2.9-3.2V/cell
o Pb: 1.8-2.0V/cell
• Discharge wattage: 10W
• Balance cells: 2-6 cells
• Memory: 10 different charge/discharge profiles
• Charge method: CC/CV for lithium types and lead (Pb) batteries
Delta-peak sensitivity for NiMH/NiCd

The set contains
1. A680 charger
2. Power cord
3. Mini Tamiya charging cable
4. T-plug charging cable
5. XH adaptor

WARNING
Failure to connect as shown in this diagram will damage this charger. To avoid short circuit
between the charge lead always connect the charge cable to the charger first, then connect
the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.
OPERATING PROGRAM
Getting started
Locate the flowcharts showing the entire programming menu. It is highly recommended to
have these flowcharts handy while learning to operate this charger. There are two main ways
in which to set the charger.
1) A memory profile is available for setting and storing pertinent information for 10
different program sets. Once a battery program is stored into memory, it will be re-
tained until changed again manually. Recalling a program memory number makes
the charger instantly ready to go.
2) If you do not wish to use the battery program memories, this charger can be
manually set before each use.

The following flowchart shows how the program I set manually:
3. BATT/PROGRAM Select
Press INC and DEC to go through all the programs and press
START/ENTER to enter LiPo BATT Program.
4. Mode Select
Press INC and DEC to go through all the modes and press START/
ENTER to enter LiPo Balance Charge Mode.
5. Battery Setting
Press START/ENTER, the present value will start to blink. Press
INC and DEC to change the value and press START/ENTER to
confirm your setting.
At the same time, the battery pack’s cell count will start to blink,
press INC and DEC to change the value and press START/ENTER
to confirm your setting.
6. Program Start
Press and hold START/ENTER for 3 seconds to start the program.
The charger is detecting the battery cell
R shows the number of cells detected by the charger and S is
the number of cells set by you on the previous screen. If the two
numbers are not identical, press STOP to go back to the previous
screen to recheck the number of cells of the battery pack that
you set before going ahead.
R shows the number of cells detected by the charger and S is the
number of cells set by you on the previous screen. If the two num-
bers are identical, press START/ENTER to start the charging process.
7. Charging Status Monitor
During charge process, real-time status will be shown as seen on
the left.

VARIOUS INFORMATION DURING THE PROCESS
Press INC or DEC during the charging or discharging process to view further pertinent infor-
mation on the LCD screen.
Real-time status: battery type, battery cell count, charge current,
battery pack total voltage, working mode, elapsed time and
charged capacity.
Voltage of each cell in the battery pack when the battery is
connected with balance lead.
Charged capacity percentage and average cell voltage of the
battery pack.
Final voltage when the program ends.
Input voltage.
Internal temperature.
Temperature probe needs to be connected to show external
temperature.
Cut-off temperature.
Safety timer ON and duration of time in minutes.
Capacity cut-off ON and value of the set capacity limit.

8. Program stop
During the charging process, press STOP to stop the charging process
9. Program Complete
When the charging process finishes, an audible sound will be heard.
Charging program
Depending on different battery type, the operation programs are different.
Batt Type Operation Program Description
LiPo
LiHV
Lilon
LiFe
CHARGE This charging mode is for charging LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon battery in normal mode.
DISCHARGE This mode is for discharging LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/Lilon battery.
STORAGE This program is for charging or discharging lithium battery which will not be
used for a long time.
FAST CHG The charging capacity may be a bit smaller than normal charging, but the
process time will be reduced.
BAL CHARGE This mode is for balancing the voltage of lithium-polymer battery cells while
charging.
NiMH
NiCd
CHARGE The charger will charge NiMH and NiCd batteries using the charge current set
by the user.
AUTO CHG In this program the charger detects the condition of the battery which is con-
nected to the output and automatically charges the battery.
Note: You should set up the upper limit of the charge current to avoid damage
by excessive feeding current. Some batteries of low resistance and capacity can
lead to higher current.
DISCHARGE This mode is for discharging NiMH/NiCd battery.
RE-PEAK In re-peak charge mode, the charger can peak charge the battery once, twice or
three times in a row automatically. This is good for confirming the battery is fully
charged, and for checking how well the battery receives fast charges.
CYCLE 1 to 5 cyclic and continuous process of charge>discharge or discharge>charge is
operable for battery refreshing and balancing to stimulate the battery’s activity.
Pb
NORMAL CHG This mode is for charging Pb battery.
AGM CHG This mode is for charging AGM battery.
COLD CHG This mode is for charging Pb battery in cold days when the temperature is 5°C
to -20°C.
DISCHARGE This mode is for discharging Pb battery.

INTRODUCTION
Lisez attentivement l'intégralité du manuel d'utilisation avant d'utiliser ce produit ; vous y
trouverez un large éventail d'informations sur l'utilisation et la sécurité. Ou utilisez ce produit
en présence d'un spécialiste !
Prise de balance
Prise de sortie 4mm.
Prises banane
Ecran LCD
Faire défiler le menu principal .
Arrêter tous les processus de charge
Reprendre ou commencer.
Processus de charge
Prises DC
Prise secteur 100-240V
Prises du capteur de
température
Ventilateur
Modifier les valeurs. Voir le
statut des cellules individu-
elles en mode balance

CARACTÉRISTIQUES PARTICULIERES
Mode Re-Peak de la batterie NiMH/NiCd
En mode Re-Peak (nouvelle charge de crête), le chargeur peut atteindre automatiquement la
charge de crête de la batterie de une à trois fois de suite. Ce mode est pratique pour s'assurer
que la batterie est totalement chargée.
Sensibilité Delta peak pour NiMH/NiCd
Sensibilité Delta peak pour batterie NiMH/NiCd : Programme d'arrêt automatique de la charge
basé sur le principe de détection de la tension Delta peak. Lorsque la tension de la batterie est
supérieure à ce seuil, le processus s'arrête automatiquement.
Charge/décharge cyclique
Le processus charge > décharge ou décharge > charge continu et cyclique de 1 à 5 cycles per-
met d'actualiser et d'équilibrer la batterie afin de stimuler l'activité de la batterie.
Limite automatique du courant de charge
Vous pouvez configurer la limite supérieure du courant de charge lorsque vous chargez votre
batterie NiMH ou NiCd ; cette fonction est particulièrement utile avec la batterie NiMH de
faible impédance et capacité en mode de charge « AUTO ».
Indicateur d'état de la batterie
L'utilisateur peut vérifier la tension de la batterie ainsi que sa résistance interne.
Limite de capacité
La capacité de charge se calcule toujours en multipliant le courant de charge par la durée. Si
la capacité de charge dépasse la limite, le processus s'arrête automatiquement au moment de
définir la valeur maximale.
Limite du délai d'exécution :
Vous pouvez également limiter le délai maximum d'exécution afin d'éviter tout défaut potentiel.
Alimentation CC
Your A680 can supply DC power up to 60 Watts. You can use it to power devices that require
DC power.
Logiciel d'exploitation optimisé
Le Chargeur A680 inclut la fonction AUTO qui paramètre le courant d'alimentation pendant
le processus de charge et de décharge. Il constitue une protection contre les surcharges, syn-
onymes de risque d'explosion en cas d'erreur de la part de l'utilisateur, plus particulièrement
dans le cas des batteries au lithium. En cas de détection d'un dysfonctionnement, il déconnecte
automatiquement le circuit et émet une alarme.Tous les programmes de ce produit ont été con-
trôlés via la communication et liaison duplex, afin de parvenir à une sécurité maximale et limiter
les problèmes. Tous les paramètres peuvent être configurés par les utilisateurs !

Mémoire de la batterie (Stockage/chargement des données)
Pour votre confort, le chargeur peut stocker jusqu'à 10 profils différents de charge/décharge.
Vous pouvez conserver les données associées aux paramètres de programme de charge ou
décharge continue de la batterie. Les utilisateurs peuvent rappeler ces données à tout moment
sans aucun paramètre spécifique de programme.
Batteries PB/AGM et mode Cold Charge
Pour les batteries PB, le chargeur A680 inclut les modes Cold charge (charge par temps froid)
et AGM. Il permet de charger une batterie AGM, et les batteries PB en mode Cold Charge par
temps froid.
Contrôle de la tension aux bornes (TVC)
Le chargeur permet à l'utilisateur de modifier la tension de fin. (utilisateurs confirmés unique-
ment)
Compensateur interne indépendant pour batterie au lithium
Le chargeur A680 intègre un compensateur de tension individuelle des éléments. Il n'est pas
nécessaire de connecter un compensateur externe pour équilibrer la charge
Équilibrer la décharge individuelle des éléments de la batterie
Pendant le processus de décharge, le chargeur A680 peut surveiller et équilibrer individuelle-
ment chaque élément de la batterie. Un message d'erreur s'affichera et le processus s'arrêtera
automatiquement en cas de tension anormale d'un des éléments.
Adaptable à différents types de batterie au lithium
Le chargeur A680 est compatible avec différents types de batteries au lithium, telles que les
batteries LiPo, LiIon, LiFe et avec les nouvelles batteries LiHV.
Mode Fast et Storage de la batterie au lithium
Les finalités de charge de la batterie au lithium varient : la charge « rapide » (Fast) réduit la
durée de charge, tandis que le statut « stockage » (Store) contrôle la tension de fin de votre
batterie, de façon à entreposer la batterie sur une longue durée et protéger sa durée de vie utile.

AVERTISSEMENTS ET INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
Ces avertissements et informations de sécurité sont particulièrement importants. Veuillez ob-
server les instructions par souci de sécurité optimale ; dans le cas contraire, un risque de dom-
mage, voire d'incendie, du chargeur et de la batterie existe.
! Ne jamais laisser le chargeur sans surveillance lorsqu'il est branché à son alimentation. En cas
de détection d'un dysfonctionnement,ARRÊTEZ IMMÉDAITEMENT LE PROCESSUS EN COURS et
reportez-vous au manuel d'utilisation.
! Protégez le chargeur de la poussière, de l'humidité, de la pluie, de la chaleur, de l'exposition
directe au soleil, et des vibrations. Préservez-le des chutes.
! La tension d'entrée secteur autorisée est de 100-240 CA et 11-18V CC.
! Le chargeur et la batterie devront être placés sur une surface non conductrice résistante à la
chaleur. Ne jamais les placer sur un siège de voiture, un tapis ou autre similaire. Gardez tous les
produits inflammables volatiles à distance de la zone d'utilisation.
! Assurez-vous de connaître les spécifications de la batterie à charger et décharger afin de
veiller à ce qu'elles respectent les critères du chargeur. En cas de paramétrage erroné du pro-
gramme, la batterie et le chargeur pourraient subir des dommages. Cela peut entraîner un
risque d'incendie ou d'explosion lié à une surcharge.
Paramètres de batterie standard
Tension
nominale
Tension
de charge max
Tension
de stockage
Charge
admissible rapide
Min. Tension
de décharge