Bootloader Mode
The device can start in bootloader mode so firmware updates are possible without using the
programming header. Place a jumper between J2.4 and J2.5, than connect the unit to USB to
enter bootloader mode.
Start the HIDBootLoader.exe software provided to flash the new firmware.
Reseting the MCU
Placing shortly a jumper between J2.1 and J2.2 will reset the internal MCU reloading your
reconfigured parameters and restarting the UPS. Care should be taken when using this feature.
Getting Started…
Before you start you would need to connect the unit to USB and configure:
- battery type and capacity (default is PbSO4 and 7000mAh)
- number of cells connected to the balancing headers (default is CELLS=1)
- charge voltages and currents, (default is 14.1V and 1700mA when fast charging)
- output voltage (default is 12V)
- input start/stop voltage thresholds ( default start at 11V, stop at 6V)
- other advanced parameters if needed
NOTE: The device needs to be restarted so the new configuration becomes active.
Simply remove the power and disconnect USB cable to shut down, settings will be
permanently saved.
Warning
: Improper configuration (ex: wrong under-voltage, over-voltage, reverse
polarity) can lead to battery damage or your system damage (ex: wrong output value)
Battery Configurations:
This device is a multi chemistry device. Multiple batteries (up to 6 cells, 4.2V max) can
be connected in series (1S, 2S, 3S, 4S, 5S, 6S configuration). Parallel configurations
are also supported but not recommended due to possible decrease in lifespan.
It is possible to connect a battery with more than 4.2V/cell but in this case only 1 cell
should be configured (CELLS=1). Balancing is disabled in this case. This is a typical
example of a 12V SLA battery.
Connect your main battery terminals to the J4 connector. Always double check the
polarity of the connections.
Connect the internal cells to the balancing header J6, if needed. If more than 1 cell and
less than 6 cells are used connect the negative terminal of the battery to the next free
pin on the J6 header.
NOTE: If no balancing wires are connected through the J6 header the CELLS
parameter should be set to 1.
Example: connecting 4 cells( cells 6, 5, 4 and 3)
- The “highest” cell, cell_6, is always connected to the power terminal BAT+ (no need
