Charger

The charger is NOT splash-proof. It needs to be kept away from water and dust.

Overview

1. Introduction
2. Improved features in 2.0
3. Using the charger
4. Using the power supply
5. Troubleshooting
6. Specifications

1. Introduction

There are two versions of the charger today, version 1 and 2.
As a part of the launch of the Blueye X3, the charger got a new color while keeping the same features of the previous white version. In 2023, Blueye launched a new charger that looks similar to the old one but features higher power output charging batteries faster. The Charger 2.0 remains compatible with all Blueye batteries, and the improved charging speed only applies to direct battery charging (not charging the battery inside the drone).

2. Improved features in the new charger (2.0)

The new charger 2.0 is powered by USB-C Power Delivery (PD), removing the need for a big power brick in order to charge. Any PD-compatible USB-C charger can be used, but it must be able to provide 100W. This is why we recommend using the included USB-C charging hub, which you can use to charge all your accessories and even your laptop if it supports USB-C charging. Charging speeds have been increased, and now the Blueye battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 1 hour!

3. Using the charger

The charger can charge the drone battery either through the charging cable or by connecting the battery to the plug on the backside of the charger. Please make sure to store the charger in the charger bag.

To charge a battery installed in a drone, set the charger selector switch to the drone symbol and connect the charging cable to the drone from the charger.

Set the charger selector switch to the battery symbol to charge the battery directly. This will give the maximum effect if a charger 2.0 is being used.

4. Using the power supply (Complete charing set up)

Before charging the drone make sure that the drone is turned off. Connect the power supply to the Blueye charger and to an electrical socket. Make sure the charger switch is set to the drone symbol. 

Place the drone on a robust and stable surface to remove any risk of the drone falling over (preferably laying on the side). Unscrew the charging cap on the drone and connect the charger to the charging port on the drone with the included charging cable.

The drone/battery is only compatible with charging through Port 1 (96W) to the left, labeled “Blueye Charger”. Use the included USB-C cable.

Use the remaining ports to charge the accessories, such as mobile device, surface unit, and rechargeable controller. (Check to see if your Xbox controller has a rechargeable battery).

Please note that if you use Port 2 to charge a mobile device or other accessories, the charging capacity on Port 1 will drop from 96 W to 65 W. Meaning slower charging of the drone.

5. Troubleshooting

The battery won't charge

• The charger selector is not in the correct position
• The battery is too cold; it will only charge between 5℃ to 30℃
• If using the USB-C charger, ensure the supplied USB-C cable is connected to the 90W port.

The charging indicator LED is blinking yellow.

• A fault has been detected in the battery, and it won't charge until it is fixed.
  Please get in touch with our support team.

The battery is charging slowly.

• Make sure the battery is connected directly to the charger to utilize the higher currents from the new charger.

Please contact our support team if you cannot solve the problem with the suggestions above.

Specifications