CASHFLOW® 126 and CASHFLOW® 129 4-WAY and 8-WAY SELECTORS USER GUIDE 25859 G3 705707044
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Published by : Mars Electronics International Eskdale Road Winnersh Triangle Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5AQ United Kingdom. Internet: http://www.meiglobal.com For further information on editions in other languages please write to the Technical Communications Manager at the above address. CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide © , Mars, Inc., 1998.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide CONTENTS Safety Summary 1 Product Identification 3 Installation 6 Acceptance & Routing 10 Product Features 11 Configuration 12 Maintenance 21 Product Support 22 Appendix 25 ©, Mars, Inc.
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CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide SAFETY Warning Before cleaning, servicing, removing or replacing CashFlow® units, ALWAYS SWITCH OFF or ISOLATE the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY to the host machine. Caution This guide is recommended for use by personnel trained to carry out electrical installation. Maximum Operating Voltage Do not apply more than the voltage specified on the unit, and within the following; Full Operating Voltage range: +12V DC nominal +3V, -2V.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide DOCUMENT GUIDE This document is for field engineers using the CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 products produced by Mars Electronics International (MEI). As an aid to using this document a series of symbols are used in the text and have the following meanings: + This indicates that a useful tip or word of advice is shown here.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Mars Electronics International (MEI) has manufactured coin mechanisms compatible with gaming and amusment machines for a number of years. Over this time the functionality of the range has been enhanced to match your needs and still maintain mechanical compatibility. The product detailed in this book is the CashFlow series. Use the following pages to check you have the right product for your application. ©, Mars, Inc.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide The entry bezel and the Y-chute options can be used with either the CashFlow® 126 system or CashFlow® 129 system. The CashFlow® 126 can be supplied for fitting into a short channel, so long as the machine has suitable mounting points for the bezel and Y-chute. The Y-chute is available in two versions, the one shown above which includes electronics with back illumination of the dual coin/token bezel, and a version which has no electronics.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide The electrical connections and interfaces to each variant of CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 are identical, and are found in the same locations. (A) Machine Interface - This provides power to the validator and carries the coin inhibit signals from the machine and coin outputs to the machine. (B) Routing Plug - This comprises a series of links fitted to a route plug housing and is used to set up the primary coin exits and any specific overflow exits.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide INSTALLATION Installing or removing the CashFlow® product from your machine can be done by following these simple instructions. + When installing the CashFlow® 126 Front Entry product it will be fitted to an MEI Front Plate and the following instructions will always apply.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide CF 126 Top Entry Installation + When mounted into a short channel the product must be fully assembled and ready for use, with only the machine interface loom to be connected. q The mounting points indicated must be firmly seated into the channel and a gap of between 2-3 mm left between the reject lever and the reject arm from the machine.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide CashFlow® 129 System Installation The system consists of a channel, Y-chute, CashFlow® 129 validator, 8-way separator, manifold and tube collar plate. This is supplied as a complete system, but should you need to replace any part of it do so only in a set sequence, starting from near the top. + The Y-chute can, of course, be removed first, but it is not necessary to do so just to access the other modules.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Removal of Manifold and Collar Plate q The manifold is supported in position by four lugs which slot into the side plates of the channel. It is retained there by two catches, as is the collar plate at the bottom. Bottom section of CashFlow® 129 system Removal of Y-chute q Always dis-connect the electrical connection first, if used, before removal of the Y-chute.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide ACCEPTANCE AND ROUTING When the product is successfully mounted you will need to confirm that it is set up correctly to accept good coins/tokens and direct them to where you want them to go. First things first q Press and release the reject button on the machine. Confirm that the lid on the front of the validator closes fully when the reject button is released. If it does not close fully the validator cannot function properly.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide PRODUCT FEATURES The CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 products have the flexibility to change certain settings such as varying the coin-set that it handles, or new routing for some of the coins/tokens. These changes can be carried out using the rotary data switch and the configuration switch which are fitted uniquely to the CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 products.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide CONFIGURATION Validator Interface Connector The interface to the validator from the machine is exactly the same as those which apply to the MS/ME series validators, with the exception of pin 8 of the 17-way connector Connector 1 can accept either 15 pin or 17 pin interface connectors. 15 17 Way Way Connector Connector 12 Function Mars Compatible Definitions Input PIN or No.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Assembling a 22-Way Routing Plug While the links are readily inserted into the routing plug by hand without specialist tools, care is needed to ensure that they are fitted the correct way round, particularly with the doide version, so that the barb in the pin engages with the recess in the plug. Having inserted a link give it a gentle tug to ensure that it has engaged with the recess.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Coin and token values as shown on the coin set label are expressed in the following text as channels. The relative positions of these channels and coins/tokens are shown on the table below.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Route Inhibit Connector The function of the route Inhibit Connector is to signal when specific exits, external to the product, are in a “Full” condition. Signals from the machine ensure that, while the “Full” condition continues, further coins/tokens directed to that exit will be re-routed to an alternative exit. The instruction as to which alternative exits can be used will normally come from the routing plug.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Using the Rotary Data Switch and Configuration Switches Rotary Data Switch The rotary data switch is used in conjunction with the configuration switches. By pointing the arrow in the middle of the switch, using a fine screwdriver, data can be entered into the product. In Normal Operation mode the position of the arrow is not critical to correct operation.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration - Inhibiting coins or tokens Example:- To inhibit channel 2 (the 5p coin) on your validator follow these simple steps. Channel Inhibit ON 1 2 3 Set switches 2, 3 and 4 as shown here. 4 1. Switch Validator Power OFF. ON 1 Set 4 Way Switches to Inhibit Teach. 2 3 2. 4 4. Switch Validator Power ON (LED will flash). 5. Set switches 2, 3 & 4 to ON. (LED will stop flashing and stay on).
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide - Enabling coins or tokens Product Configuration Example:- To enable channel 2 (the 5p coin in this instance) on your validator follow these simple steps. Channel Enable ON 1 2 3 Set switches 2, 3 and 4 as shown here. 4 1. Switch Validator Power OFF. ON 1 2 Set 4 Way switches to Enable Teach. 3 2. 4 3. Set Rotary Switch Dial to the appropriate channel. (Channel No.2 for the 5p In this instance) 4.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration - teaching a new token, channel 0 Example:- To Teach a Token (with standard window limits) into channel 0 follow these simple steps. LED Flash Codes for Tokens: 2 flashes = No activity detected (for last 30 seconds) Channel Enable 1 ON 3 flashes = Insufficient Tokens (10 min.) 2 4 flashes = Invalid Rotary Switch (setting E or F) 3 Set switches 2, 3 and 4 as shown here.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration - teaching a new token, channel 1 Example:- To Teach a Token (with standard window limits) into channel 1 follow these simple steps. LED Flash Codes for Tokens: 2 flashes = No activity detected (for last 30 seconds) Channel Enable 1 ON 3 flashes = Insufficient Tokens (10 min.) 2 4 flashes = Invalid Rotary Switch (setting E or F) 3 Set switches 2, 3 and 4 as shown here.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration - Selecting a pre-programmed token group to be used in channel 0 14 token groups are already programmed into the product. This feature allows a defined token group to be accepted. v NOTE: Each token group selected is automatically copied to channel 0. Refer to the Appendix at the end of the book for further details of token groupings. Example:- To select Token Group 7 on your validator follow these simple steps. 1.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration Selecting a pre-programmed token group to be used in channel 1 14 token groups are already programmed into the product. This feature allows a defined token group to be accepted. v NOTE: Each token group selected is automatically copied to channel 1. Refer to the Appendix at the end of the book for further details of token groupings. Example:- To select Token Group 7 on your validator follow these simple steps. 1.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Configuration Changing the machine output mode To change the coin output interface to Fixed Binary Coded Output (BCO) use these simple steps. For BCO mode set the rotary data switch to position C , to D for Fixed Parallel mode and F for Automatic mode. v NOTE: The product will normally be supplied in Automatic mode. This will automatically configure to most machines through the Mode Select feature.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide MAINTENANCE + The practical maintenance that can be carried out is limited to cleaning the areas of the validator that the coins travel through, and the replacement of the coin entry liner if it becomes worn. All other servicing is carried out through your distributor. The cleaning should be carried out on a regular basis of at least once a month, but, if you have to visit the validator outside of that routine, it is worth while doing it then as well.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide Product Revision The revision level of the 126/129 product can be confirmed from a label on the left side of the product. There are two levels of digits and bar-code markings on the label, and the fifth and sixth digits on the lower numbers indicate the product level. For example; if the label read 1773G322580 the revision level would be G3. Do not use the label on the right side of the product for reference of the revision level.
CashFlow® 126 and CashFlow® 129 selectors User Guide PRODUCT SUPPORT In addition to the MEI offices around the world an international network of Distributors and Approved Service Centres can offer you technical support and other services as well. These services include repairs, re-programming of your CashFlow® products with new coinsets, replacing damaged modules, and the supply of a range of spare parts. In the U.K. these can be obtained from the following: BRENT LEISURE SPARES LTD.
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