Pro-Peak Sigma EQ Hyper Manuel utilisateur
Please read this entire operating manual completely and carefully, as it
contains a wide variety of specific programming and safety information.
The selection of the correct operating parameters is the responsibility of
the user. Keep this manual in a safe place, and be sure to pass it on to
the new owner if you ever sell your Sigma EQ Hyper.
Operating Manual
Intelligent Balance Charger Microprocessor controlled
high-performance rapid charger/discharger with integrated balancer
USB PC link and temperature sensor. Charge current up to 10A,
discharge current up to 5A, 1-6 series of Li-ion/Li-Fe, 1-18 cells of NiCd/
NiMH, 2 to 24V of Lead-acid (Pb)
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Sigma EQ Hyper Charger by Pro-Peak.
This charger provides you with a rapid charger/ discharger plus an integrated balancing
circuit. It is computerised with a high performance microprocessor and specialised
operating software. It can maintain your battery at its best condition and control it safely.
Please read this operating manual completely as it contains a wide variety of specific
programming and safety information.
You need to keep this manual in a safe place, and be sure to pass it on to the new
owner if you ever dispose of the Sigma EQ Hyper.
Special Features
Operating Software
Every operating program in the unit is controlled with mutual links and communications
to prevent any possible error. It introduces maximum safety, including input voltage
warning, reverse polarity protection and a Lithium cell-count input error warning.
High-Power and High-Performance Circuit
The Sigma EQ Hyper ensures the circuit has maximum output power of 200Watts. As
a result it can charge or discharge up to 18 cells of NICd /NiMH and 6 series of Lithium
batteries with maximum current of 10A. Furthermore, the cooling system works with
extreme high efficiency and can run this high power without effecting the circuit or
operating system.
Individual Cell Voltage Balancer for Lithium Batteries
The Sigma EQ Hyper has an individual cell voltage balancer inside. It does not need a
separate balancer when charging Lithium batteries (Li-ion/ Li-Po/ Li-Fe).
Balance Individual Cells on Discharge
The Sigma EQ Hyper can also monitor and balance individual cells in a Lithium battery
pack during the discharge process. If the voltage of any one cell varies abnormally, the
process will be stopped with an error message.
Various Types of Lithium Battery
The Sigma EQ Hyper can accept three types of Lithium battery-Li-ion, Li-Po and
Li-Fe. Each has different characteristics due to their chemistry. Any one of these can
be selected before the job is processed. For their specifications, please refer to the
‘Warnings and Safety notes’ section.
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Lithium Battery ‘Fast’ and ‘Storage’ Modes
A Lithium battery can be charged for special purposes. The ‘Fast’ charge reduces the
charging time of a Lithium battery and ‘storage’ mode controls the final voltage of the
battery to suit storage for long periods of time.
Maximum Safety
Delta-peak sensitivity: The automatic charge termination program works on the principle
of the Delta-peak voltage detection.
Data Store/Load
The data store/load can store a maximum of 10 different pre-set battery regimes. The
data can be established within the program settings of the charger. This data can be
found at any time and the process can be executed without program settings needing
to be made.
Cyclic Charging/Discharge
Performs 1-5 cycles of charge>discharge or discharge>charge continually for battery
refreshing and balancing.
PC Based Analysis using USB Communication (*)
For the more advanced user, the Sigma EQ Hyper offers a PC based program that
can analyse the characteristics of the battery via the USB port. It can produce a graph
of voltage, current, capacity and temperature curves. It can also show the individual
voltage of each cell in a Lithium battery pack.
Special Features (Continued)
(NiCd/NiMH) Auto-Charge Current Limit
Capacity Limit
When charging NiCd or NiMH in ‘AUTO’ current mode, you can set the upper limit of the
charge current to avoid feeding too high a current to the battery. This is very useful when
charging low impedance and small capacity NIMH batteries in ‘AUTO’ mode.
The charging capacity is always calculated by multiplying the charging current and total
amount of time. If the charging capacity exceeds the limit the process will be terminated
automatically when you set the maximum value.
*Separately purchased program kit (CD plus USB link cable).
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Input Power Monitor
In order to protect the source DC battery from damage, the input voltage must be
continuously monitored. If the voltage drops below the lower limit the process will be
stopped automatically.
Automatic Cooling Fan
The electric cooling fan comes into action automatically only when the internal
temperature of the charger is raised.
The temperature of the battery whilst charging will rise due to its internal chemical
reaction. If the temperature limit is set, the process will terminate when the limit has
been reached.
Temperature Limit (**)
Processing Time Limit
You can also set the maximum processing time to prevent damage from any possible
defects not otherwise detected.
DC Output Sockets (14V)
There are two 4mm sockets on the left side of the charger that can supply a 14V DC
power source for other chargers when using the AC input source (only). It is rare to use
all of the 200W power supply output and this feature allows you to power smaller DC
chargers at the same time.
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DEC. INC.
Batt. Type Start
LiIon/LiPo/LiFe: 1-6 cells NiCd/NiMH: 1-18 cells Pb: 2-24V
Charge Range: 0.1-10A Discharge Range: 0.1-5.0A
Circuit Power: Max.Charging 200W / Discharging 25W
BALANCE
CHARGER
DISCHARGER
DUAL
POWER
AC Input 180V-240V
Output charge lead
4mm banana
female
Individual cell
balance ports
LCD Screen
16 Characters, 2 lines
DC Input 11V-18V
(T-Plug Socket)
Temperature
Sensor
Batt type/Stop
To select main program
To stop the operation
Dec/Inc
To select sub program
To alter the value
Start/Enter
To resume or start the
operation
USB Port
Charger Overview
• Never leave the charger unsupervised when it is connected to its power supply.
If any malfunction occurs the process must be terminated immediately.
• Keep the unit away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sun light and vibration.
• Do not drop the unit.
• This unit and the battery, to charge or discharge, should be set up on a heat-
resistant, non-flammable and non-conductive surface. Never place them on a car
seat, carpet or similar. Keep all flammable and volatile materials well away from
the operating area.
• Please note: It is very important that the information provided is read thoroughly
and accurately before program setup is begun. If the program is set up
incorrectly, the battery can be severely damaged. If a Lithium battery is over
charged, combustion or explosion may occur!!
Warnings and Safety Notes
4mm DC Output
Power Sockets
from Internal Power
Supply (14V)
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NiCd/NiMH
Voltage level: 1.2V/cell
Permitted fast charge current: 1C~2C depends on the performance of cell discharge
voltage cut off level: 0.85V/cell (NiCd), 1.0V/cell (NiMH)
Li-ion
Voltage level: 3.6V/cell
Max. charge voltage: 4.1V/cell
Permitted fast charge current: 1C or less
Min. discharge voltage cut off level: 2.5V/cell or higher
Li-Po
Voltage level: 3.7V/cell
Max. Charge voltage: 4.2V/cell
Permitted fast charge current: 1C to 3C depending on the battery manufacturer’s
specification. 1C is recommended.
Discharge voltage cut off level: 3.0V/cell or higher
Li-Fe
Voltage level: 3.3V/cell
Max. Charge voltage: 3.6V/cell
Permitted fast charge current: 4C or less (e.g.A123M1)
Discharge voltage cut off level: 2.0V/cell or higher
Pb
Voltage level: 2.0V/cell
(Lead-acid) Max. Charge voltage: 2.46V/cell
Permitted fast charge current: 0.4C or less
Discharge voltage cut off level: 1.75V/cell or higher
Warnings and Safety Notes
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• To prevent an accidental short circuit, always connect the charger cable to the unit
first and only then to the battery to be charged or discharged.
• Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.
• Do not connect more than one battery pack to the charge lead at any
one time.
• Do not attempt to charge or discharge the following types of battery:
• Please ensure that the following points are checked before charge operation.
Warnings and Safety Notes
• Battery packs which are made up of different types of cell (including
different manufacturers).
• Any battery which is already fully charged or just slightly discharged.
• Non-rechargeable batteries (combustion hazard).
• Batteries that require a different charge technique from NiCd, NiMH, Li-ion,
Li-Po, Li-Fe or Pb.
• Any faulty or damaged batteries.
• Any battery fitted with an integral charge circuit or a protection circuit.
• Batteries installed into 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.
• Has the appropriate program been selected for the battery type?
• Has an adequate current been set up for charging and discharging?
• Lithium battery pack can be composed with parallel and series circuits
mixed. Has the composition been checked before charging?
• Are all connections firm and safe? Is there an intermittent contact at any
point in the circuit?
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Charging
A specific quantity of electrical energy is fed into the battery during the charge process.
The charge quantity is calculated by multiplying the charge time. The maximum
permissible charge current varies according to the battery type or its performance,
and can be found in the information provided by the battery manufacturer. It is only
permitted to charge batteries at rates higher than the standard charge current if they
are stated to be capable of quick-charge.
Connect the battery to be charged to an output terminal of the charger using a suitable
charge lead. A red lead is positive (+) and black is negative (-). The charge cannot detect
the difference between the internal resistance of the battery pack, cable resistance and
connector transfer resistance. The first requirement, in order for the charger to work
correctly, is for the charge lead to be connected to an adequate conductor cross-
section. High-quality connectors (normally gold-contact type) must be fitted to both
ends.
Refer to the information provided by the battery manufacturer regarding charging
methods, and verify the recommended charge current and charge time. This is
especially important for lithium batteries. The charge instructions provided by the
manufacturer must be strictly adhered to.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.
Please exercise caution when verifying the capacity and the voltage of a Lithium battery
pack. It may be composed of a mixed parallel and series connection. In a parallel link,
the capacity of the battery pack is multiplied by the number of cells and the voltage
remains the same. That kind of voltage imbalance may cause combustion during the
charge process. We recommend you compose Lithium battery packs in series only.
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Discharging
The typical purpose of discharge is to determine the residual capacity of the battery or
to lower the voltage of battery to a defined level. When the discharge process is being
used, the procedure must be monitored for the duration of the process. In order to avoid
the battery becoming deep-discharged, set the final discharge voltage correctly. Lithium
batteries should not be deep-discharged, so please set the final discharge voltage
manually. If this is not done, it will lead to a rapid loss of capacity or a total failure.
Generally, you do not need to discharge Lithium batteries voluntarily.
Some rechargeable batteries are said to have a memory effect. If they are partly used
and recharged before the whole charge is drawn out, the battery will 'remember' this
and the next time the battery is charged it will only use that part of it’s capacity. This
is a 'memory effect', NiCd and NiMH batteries are said to suffer from memory effect.
They prefer complete cycles; fully charge then use until empty. Do not recharge before
storage, allow them to self-discharge during storage. NiMH batteries have less memory
effect than NiCd.
Lithium batteries prefer a partial discharge rather than a full discharge. Frequent full
discharges should be avoided if possible. Instead, please charge the battery more often
or use a larger battery.
A brand-new NiCd battery pack is partially useful with its capacity until it has been
subjected to 10 or more charge cycles. The cyclic process of charge and discharge will
optimise the capacity of battery pack.
These warnings and safety notes are very important. Please follow the instructions
accurately for maximum safety. If these safety notes are not adhered to, the battery can
be severely damaged. There is also a risk of combustion and fire when the charger is
not used responsibly.
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