Spektrum SPM18100 DX18 - Manual (Page 5)

5 SPEKTRUM DX18 • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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The DX18 has an internal charger designed to charge the included
2-cell LiPo battery at a charge rate of 200mAh. The charge port on
the right side of the transmitter is not polarity-dependent.
NOTICE: Never connect an external battery charger to your
DX18 transmitter. If you wish to charge the LiPo battery using a
LiPo charger, you must remove the battery from the transmitter
before charging.
The fi rst time you charge the transmitter battery, the charge time
may be 12–15 hours. Always charge the transmitter on a heat-
resistant surface.
1. Power off your transmitter.
2. Connect the power supply connector to the transmitter charge
port.
3. Connect the power supply to a power outlet using the appro-
priate adapter.
4. The blue LED on the front of the transmitter turns on during
charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged.
5. Disconnect the transmitter from the power supply once charg-
ing is complete and disconnect the power supply from the
power outlet.
CAUTION: Never leave a charging battery unattended.
LED indicators
The blue LED indicates the transmitter battery is charging. The
orange LED indicates the transmitter is powered on and there is
radio transmission.
Battery Alarm
The System Settings Screen allows you to change the battery
type and low alarm settings. See “System Settings” for more
information.
• An alarm will sound when the battery reaches the low voltage
limit (4.3V for NiMH, 6.4V for LiPo).
CAUTION: Never change the low voltage limit for LiPo
batteries from 6.4V. Doing so could over-discharge the
battery and damage both battery and transmitter.
Battery and Charging Precautions and Warnings
Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction,
electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.
• Read all safety precautions and literature prior to use of this product
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs
• Never drop charger or batteries
• Never attempt to charge damaged batteries
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted
• Never allow batteries or battery packs to come into contact with moisture at any time
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 50–80 degrees F or 10–27 degrees C) or place
in direct sunlight
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges
• Always inspect a new battery before charging
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions
• Always keep batteries and charger away from any material that could be affected by heat (such as ceramic and tile), as they
can get hot
• Always end the charging process if the charger or battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the
charge process
Transmitter Batteries
Charging Your Transmitter