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Smart battery and ready-to-connect tools

Smart devices thanks to intelligent batteries: in the PARKSIDE app, you can customise your batteries exactly as you need them. Want to know what's possible? We'll explain it all to you. Then you can get started.

What the functions offer you

Find out here what's behind "Smart" and Ready to Connect" and what advantages they offer you in your everyday DIY projects.

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Smart batteries and chargers

Smart batteries allow you to perfectly tailor the desired performance to your needs. You can connect your smart battery to the app and set it to different modes. These affect the runtime and service life of your batteries. Your smart chargers also allow you to control them via the app and set different charging modes. You will also be notified of the charge status and other processes.

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Ready to Connect Tools

Is your tool ready to connect? This function allows you to add the device to your PARKSIDE app. By connecting to the app, you can not only optimally tailor your device to your requirements, e.g. by setting the exact speed, but also keep track of the charge status and operational readiness in conjunction with the smart batteries.

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PARKSIDE app

The PARKSIDE app is like your portable toolbox. You can easily add all your smart batteries, smart chargers and Ready to Connect tools. This allows you to keep an eye on the charge status and devices so that you can start your new project at any time. Use Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to set up and use the app and features – you'll be ready to start your next big project in no time!

Full power, exactly according to your plan

With the PARKSIDE app, you can connect your smart battery and set it exactly as you need it. Choose the right mode: more power, longer runtime or gentle use – whatever suits your plan.

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Discover the different battery modes

With your smart batteries, you can choose between four different modes in the app. Each mode has its own advantages. Discover now which one best suits your projects.

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Performance

In this mode, you get the most out of your battery: more power, longer runtime. The final discharge voltage here is 2.5 volts per cell, which means the battery is discharged particularly far. Depending on the model, this can go up to 100 amps.

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Balance

Balance mode gives you the perfect mix: strong performance and long runtime, while protecting the battery. The higher cut-off voltage ensures that the battery lasts longer and still delivers enough power.

ECO

ECO mode conserves the battery for maximum service life: it switches off earlier to protect the cells and maximise their service life. The cut-off voltage of 3.0 V per cell reduces the runtime slightly, but the battery gains endurance in the long term.

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Expert

Are the preset modes not enough for you? Then set everything yourself in Expert mode – from the cut-off voltage to the maximum discharge current. Perfect if you want to adapt your tool to your own working style. Full control, full power!

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End-of-discharge voltage? What's that?

The end-of-discharge voltage tells your battery when it's time to stop – before it gets critical. Higher voltage protects the battery and extends its service life. Lower voltage provides more power, but puts more strain on the battery. The choice is yours: maximum performance or long runtime.

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Resetting the battery – here's how.

You can easily reset the battery to factory settings in the app. Remove the battery from the device list and select "Disconnect and delete data". You can find more details in the manual in the chapter of the same name. You can then reconnect your device – ideal after trying out expert mode.

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Want to know more about the app?

Discover all the features of the PARKSIDE app. Add your smart devices via Bluetooth and access all the important data: charge status, charging time, temperature, total working time and more. Smart cell balancing ensures maximum runtime and you can select the appropriate working mode (Performance, Balanced, Eco or Expert) for each task.

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Connect your battery and device with the PARKSIDE app

With the PARKSIDE app, you can easily pair smart batteries and compatible Ready to Connect devices via Bluetooth. Find out how to do this and how to set everything up correctly here – quick, easy and ready to go.

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Get your smart battery & Ready to Connect device ready to go

Get yourself a PARKSIDE smart battery and a device with Ready to Connect functionality. You can quickly see if they are compatible by looking for the corresponding symbol on the packaging or product.

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Turn on Bluetooth, add device

Activate Bluetooth on your smartphone, open the app and go to "Your devices". Simply select "Add device" and you're ready to go!

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Connect your smart battery

Press the power button on the Smart Battery for about five seconds and it will appear in the app – ready to connect.

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Find the right battery

Multiple batteries within range? No problem! Scroll down in the battery view and press "Identify battery". The charging symbol on the battery will flash and you will find the one you need.

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Final step to power up

Insert the battery into your Ready to Connect device and press the main switch until it appears in the app. The app recognises the model in no time. The battery and device are now connected and ready to go.

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How do I recognise Ready to Connect?

In order to use your device with the app, it must have the "Ready to Connect" function. You can recognise this by the link symbol on the tool. Once you have connected it, you can individually set all functions via the app, e.g. speed, working mode, level and much more. You can also view the total running time and the number of overheating, blockages and overcurrent protection incidents. This allows you to keep track of your tool's performance.

FAQ

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about "smart batteries and chargers" and the app. If you cannot find what you are looking for, you can contact our customer service at any time .

Connect to the relevant battery via your app and select "Overheating notification". If the maximum temperature of the battery cells is reached, you will receive a warning. The battery should not be used until it has cooled down.

To do this, connect to the charger (PLGS 2012) via your app and select "10 min. to full charge" or "100% charged". You will then be notified 10 minutes before or at the end of the charging process.

Reset your battery to factory settings by removing the device from the app and selecting the "Disconnect and delete data" option. You can find out exactly how to do this in the "Disconnect device and delete data from the app" section of the manual. You can download it at www.lidl-service.com.

In the X20V Team, the app only supports "smart batteries". Only these batteries support Bluetooth communication.

You can use the "Identify battery" function in the app to make a battery's charge indicator flash. For this to work, the battery must be connected to your app and available in the main menu. The selected battery will flash for 60 seconds and then switch off automatically. The button in the app switches automatically after 1–3 seconds.