jezolekuk Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Hi. I have recently bought Overlander RC6-VSP and Im having issues with it. Firstly when I plug the power cable in it turns on but only shows a blue screen - no text on the screen. I can't choose any options, cant do anything. I have to plug the power cable in and out few time and then it finally displays text on the lcd screen and I can choose the charge mode and battery time. Normally once I managed to get the text on the screen I was able to charge whatever kind of batter I wanted without any problem. Now, sometimes after choosing the charge mode and starting the whole chargin process the screen goes blank and the text disappears. It still makes noise and I assume it is still charging, but there is nothing on the screen - just a blue backlit. Is it faulty and I should get it replaced? Or am I doing something wrong. Im very new to the rc scene so I might be using it wrong. Many thanks, Seb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 (edited) I got one of these. ...it may b a loose contact/commection in side for the screen.or the screens on its way out Edited February 6, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezolekuk Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 Im suprised to hear this. I have bought it on Monday, brand new from rcgreeks. Am I just unlucky and should I contact the shop to replace it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shdaxner Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 I would be in touch with the shop to get a replacement, they are great little chargers and mine has been good to me so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 (edited) Im suprised to hear this. I have bought it on Monday, brand new from rcgreeks. Am I just unlucky and should I contact the shop to replace it?Ahh. ..thought it may of been 2nd hand...they normally pop up on here for sell ..fire it back if u bought it new Edited February 6, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomlad Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 I bought one around a month ago which would not balance charge. I sent it back and got a replacement. Bit annoying sending things back but it would seem like it is faulty from what you describe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troy45 Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 Went to use mine tonight and as I turned it on the screen briefly came on along with a loud pop from the charger. It had blown the 3A fuse in the mains plug but is still dead with a new fuse in there. It's a few months old but hasn't had much use at all - only used so far for recharging roto-start power packs, will have to see if I can return to the shop or go through the faffing of sending it back. Not a happy bunny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) Both my overlander have died now....the older rc6 and the one u have...I'm done with cheaper chargers so am looking at a proper one with a psu now.......send it back if under a year old Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 My overlander died suddenly I would not buy another one. I'm sticking with Hyperion Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) I'm looking at the 720i duo ...140 new from Germany. ...jus can't decide on which psu....what one u got?? Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 I was advised to get the Efuel PSU. I picked the 30 amp one, I got it off ebay for about 82.00 posted and I'm happy with it Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) The 620i? ?charger? ?jus looked there 1200w one which is the one the 720i would need is 190!!....way out a my price range atm... Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 There's been a recent thread discussing PSUs and I'm pretty sure 1200w PSU were discussed for far less money than that Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) yeah I'm looking at 3...66 quid...48 quid...and one from ebay 50 quid but I don't thk I'll bother with that one now..this 1150w one http://www.coolice.co.uk/cfs/coolice-psu-s.html orhttp://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=271951026164&alt=web this is the e ebay one http://www.align-trex.co.uk/power-supply-12-30v-1000w-h1000w.html Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Those were the ones mentioned in the thread. TBH I would have bought one myself if I'd known about them. As to which one is better for you I really couldn't say, perhaps someone with more knowledge will jump in. An educated guess would be get the most powerful one to futureproof yourself Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) Yeh. ..but there's only 50 watts between the 2 but one has 100amps @ 12v. ...but the other is 47amps @25v.....can't decide which is best. ....I've read loads but am sstill none the wiser. .lol!!The 720i is2x 500w @2x20amps..... Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 I think your best bet is to contact the person who makes the PSU and ask their opinion on what would be best for your requirements. Sorry I can't be of more help Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) I have. ..n they both said there's will b perfect for the 720i charger. ....lol...loads of help!!I'm leaning towards the 25v one.... Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 http://www.tjinguytech.com/charging-how-tos/shopping Have a read of that..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Bloody hell talk about a rock and a hard place lol Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Read that link: essentially, if you are using a mahoosive charger to charge small packs, buy a PSU to suit the pack requirements, not what the charger is capable of outputting. You would of course need a PSU upgrade down the line, where bigger packs to be required. It is heartening to know that Hyperion equipment is being used in more RC households...only been banging on about 'em for two years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) http://www.tjinguytech.com/charging-how-tos/shopping Have a read of that.....thks...jus read through it....out if the 3 I linked which would u go with???we have 4-5000mh 2s's 4s and my 4000 - 6000mah 6s. ...I will do either 2-4 on a charge board.... Edited August 15, 2015 by evssv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Do the math, as per the guide... Whatever wattage is required for one pack, will be doubled for parallel charging. Appreciate it seems daunting (not a math man by nature myself), but like soldering, practice makes perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Ok. .. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyD Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Bought my first Hyperion years ago but it's only 50w so when I saw this one on eBay and the price l got it for it would have been rude not to upgrade LOL Sent from my XT1021 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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