AccuBANKER AB-1100 Plus UV User manual

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AB1100 PLUS
Commercial Digital Bill Counter
USER GUIDE
www.AccuBANKER.com

Thank you for trusting AccuBANKER with your cash
handling needs. In order to optimize the performance
of your equipment, we encourage you to thoroughly
read this user guide prior to use.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .............................................................................................................. 3
Basic Instructions .............................................................................................................. 4
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................ 6
Other Safety Considerations.............................................................................................. 7
Box Contents..................................................................................................................... 9
Cleaning of the Machine ................................................................................................. 10
1. General Controls and Parts.......................................................................................... 11
1.1 Control Panel and Display .................................................................................... 13
2. Features ....................................................................................................................... 14
2.1 Counting Mode ..................................................................................................... 14
2.2 Pre-set Batching Function..................................................................................... 14
2.3 ADD Function....................................................................................................... 14
2.4 MG and/or UV Detection Buttons ........................................................................ 14
2.5 Automatic Start ..................................................................................................... 14
2.6 Emergency Stop Feature ....................................................................................... 14
2.7 Auxiliary Counting Screen.................................................................................... 15
3. Operations ................................................................................................................... 16
3.1 Power Up .............................................................................................................. 16
3.2 Mode Selection ..................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Counting Function................................................................................................. 17
3.4 Ultraviolet Detection Function.............................................................................. 18
3.5 Magnetic Detection Functions .............................................................................. 20
3.6 "ADD" Function ................................................................................................... 21
3.7 "WIDTH" Detection Function .............................................................................. 21
3.8 Bill Density Detection Function............................................................................ 21
3.9 "BATCH" Function............................................................................................... 22
3.10 Emergency Stop Feature ..................................................................................... 23
4. Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Avoiding Problems ............................................................................................... 24
4.2 Jamming................................................................................................................ 24
4.3 Counting is Wrong (Miscounting) ........................................................................ 25
4.4 Additional Recommendation ................................................................................ 25
5. Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 26
5.1 Verifying the Adjustment of the Hopper Plate...................................................... 26
5.2 Flipping the Rubber Tongue ................................................................................. 27
6. Error Messages............................................................................................................ 29
7. Specifications .............................................................................................................. 30

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Basic Instructions
The AB1100 PLUS Series is our newest back-loading bill counter
machine which is a step further in banknote counting technology. Its
capability to reliably count either PAPER (traditional) or POLYMER
(plastic) banknotes makes this new model an indispensable counting
machine for the financial market of today.
The AB1100 PLUS models count at a rate of 1300 bills per minute.
Different models can include Adding, Batching UV, and MG Counterfeit
Detection functions. Its counting speed as well as its capability to detect
counterfeit banknotes during the counting procedure (depending on the
model), will allow you to save time and money.
It is ready to tackle the most demanding tasks, from counting large
amounts of cash to batching and adding according to client requirements.
The AB1100 PLUS Series makes an invaluable aid in banks, casinos,
supermarkets, movie theatres, retail locations, and many other
environments where money is used.

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Basic Instructions (continued)
The main features of each model are listed below:
Model AB1100 PLUS Basic: This model counts at a rate of 1300
bills per minute. It includes Adding and Batching functions but not
any Counterfeit Detection.
Model AB1100 PLUS UV: This model counts at a rate of 1300 bills
per minute. It includes Adding, Batching, and UV Counterfeit
Detection functions.
Model AB1100 PLUS MG/UV: This model counts at a rate of 1300
bills per minute. It includes Adding, Batching, UV, and MG
Counterfeit Detection functions. This is the most advanced unit model
in the AB1100 PLUS Series.
Before using this unit, read this manual carefully to get familiar with the
functions and operations of the machine.

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Important Safety Instructions
When using this bill counter, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury; including the
following:
Warning
Do not use this product in areas where it may be exposed to water or other
liquids.
Unplug this product from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
oraerosol cleaners. To clean, use a damp cloth.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take
it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is required.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
Only use the cable provided with the unit. The use of other cables may result
in electric shock, fire, or cause serious damage to the unit.
Do not operate the unit in areas with high temperature or high humidity sinceit
may prevent it from working correctly.
Caution
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull it by the cord, but rather grip the
plug to pull it out. Not following these instructions may result in electricshock,
fire, or damage to the unit.
Do not use the unit if the power cord is damaged or if the plug socket contactis
loose. Not following these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, or
other hazards.
Do not place heavy objects over the cord and do not bend it excessively since
it could get damaged. Not following these instructions may result in electric
shock, fire, or other hazards.
When not using the unit for a long time, remove the power plug from the electric
outlet.

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Other Safety Considerations
Read and understand all safety instructions.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the unit.
The slots and openings in the back or bottom of the case are provided for
ventilation to protect the unit from overheating. These openings should never
be blocked or covered by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surfaces. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This product should not be placed in an enclosed space unless proper
ventilation is provided.
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
in the User Guide. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your
location, consult your dealer or local power company.
This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug
having a third (grounding) pin (110V models, only). This plug will only fit
into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace the outlet.
Do not try to defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

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Other Safety Considerations (continued)
Never push objects of any kind into the unit through case slots, since they
may touch dangerous voltage points or shortcut parts, resulting in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
Unplug this product from the electric outlet and refer to servicing by
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
-When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed*
-If liquid has been spilled into the unit or it has been exposed to rain or
water*
-If the unit has been dropped or the case has been damaged*
-If the equipment shows a noticeable change in performance
*Not covered under warranty
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If the unit does not operate normally while following the
instructions, adjust only those controls covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
** It is highly recommended to implement an operating mode of:
120 minutes ON / 20 minutes OFF

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Box Contents
When opening the box, verify that all the items described below are included.
If any item is damaged or missing, contact your provider.
1. Bill Counter AB1100 PLUS
2. External Display
3. Power Cord
4. User Guide
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Cleaning of the Machine
WARNING: BEFORE DOING ANY CLEANING, TURN THE POWER SWITCH
OFF AND DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE MACHINE. KEEP IN
MIND THAT PROBLEMS OR DEFECTS THAT ARISE FROM LACK OF
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ARE NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
A) Cleaning the Optical Sensors
It is important to clean all the sensors to avoid any paper particles or dust
from sticking to the IR transmitter or IR receiver sensors. The IR detectors
may be wiped with a soft cloth soaked with alcohol.
B) Cleaning the Inside of the Machine Periodically
It is necessary to clean the inside of the machine once a month or when
needed. Unplug the machine and lift the top cover (where the handle lays) to
gain access to the interior.
C) Additional Recommendations
Avoid operating the machine in a dusty or dirty room. To guard the machine
against the elements, always keep it protected with the supplied cover (when
not in use).
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1. General Controls and Parts
1. Hopper
2. Hopper Guiders
3. Retractable Handle
4. Stacker
5. Optical Sensors
6. Control Panel
7. Emergency Stop Button
8. Auxiliary Counting Screen
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1. General Controls and Parts (continued)
9. Rubber Tongue
10. Bill Thickness Adjustment Screw
11. Power Switch
12. Power Cord Outlet
13. Auxiliary Screen Jack
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1. General Controls and Parts (continued)
1.1 Control Panel and Display
1. Pre-set Number (Batch)
2. Counting Number (Counter)
3. Batch "+" Button (To add)
4. Batch "-" Button (To subtract)
5. Batch Button (Pre-set to 100, 50, 30, 20, 10, and 5)
6. Restart Button (For manual restart)
7. ADD Button (Addition function)
8. "ADD" Indicator
9. "BATCH" Indicator
10. UV Button (Ultraviolet detection)
11. "UV" Indicators
12. MG Button (Magnetic detection)
13. "MG" Indicator

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2. Features
2.1 Counting Mode
Once turned on, the machine defaults to this mode, and will start to count the
bills placed in the hopper.
2.2 Pre-set Batching Function
Counts bills per batch up to the numbers pre-set with the "Batch" and "+" or
"-" buttons. In the batch pre-set mode, the machine is restarted by taking out
the batched bills from the stacker. The unit will batch all inserted bills in the
pre-set batch amount.
2.3 ADD Function
Counts all bills placed in the hopper and will add the total of all consecutive
operations up to 9999 digits. Removing the counted bills from the stacker
will not reset the counting quantity displayed on the screen.
2.4 MG and/or UV Detection Buttons
Counts all bills and will detect suspicious bills using different detection
methods. The AB1100 PLUS UV uses UV fluorescence detection.
The AB1100 PLUS MG/UV uses both, Magnetic, and UV detection systems.
2.5 Automatic Start
The machine starts counting when bills are placed in the hopper.
2.6 Emergency Stop Feature
The unit stops automatically when the resistance in the feeding friction rollers
increases abnormally. Moreover, a red octagonal button located on the upper
left side of the unit stops all operations when depressed.

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2. Features (continued)
2.7 Auxiliary Counting Screen
The AB1100 PLUS Series is equipped with an auxiliary counting screen.
This accessory will help the user visualize the quantity of counted bills when
the unit is placed out of his range of vision. It also serves the purpose of
allowing third parties to visualize the count. The screen is automatically
activated by plugging it into the unit.

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3. Operations
3.1 Power Up
Connect the power cord to the unit, then to a power source, and turn the
power switch ON; the unit will conduct a self-check by spinning the counting
wheels several times. The counting number display will show "0" when the
unit is ready to start counting.
3.2 Mode Selection
Select the function you want to use: "ADD", "BATCH", "UV", or "MG"
using the control panel. When turned on, the unit will automatically set the
"MG" and/or "UV" functions to verify for counterfeit banknotes (for AB1100
PLUS UV and/or AB1100 PLUS MG/UV models only).

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3. Operations (continued)
3.3 Counting Function
Once the bills are correctly placed in the hopper plate, the machine will start
counting automatically. The counted bill numbers will be shown on the
Display. Moreover, once the bills are removed from the stacker and a new
bundle of the bill is placed into the hopper, the "Counter" display will clear
and the "Batch" display in turn will show the number from the previous
counting.
1. Place the bills between the counting guides as shown in Figures 1 and 2.
Swiftly, push the bills with a finger (see Figure 3) to make them rest on
top of the hopper plate, in the correct counting position.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3

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3. Operations (continued)
3.3 Counting Function (continued)
2. The machine will count until the hopper is empty or reaches a pre-set
batching number.
3. The number of counted bills is displayed on the screen.
4. The next counting operation will start again, with "0" on the screen.
5. Loading the hopper with additional bills (without removing the previous
notes accumulated on the stacker) will start the next counting operation
automatically. The newly counted quantity will be added to the previous
one.
3.4 Ultraviolet Detection Function
(Available for the models AB1100 PLUS UV and/or AB1100 PLUS
MG/UV, only)
UV detection function is selected or deselected by pressing the UV button on
the control panel.
Operation
If the unit detects a suspicious bill, it will stop counting and will emit a
warning sound, meanwhile, the display shows the message "UV
ALARM", alerting the user of the presence of a suspicious bill. The
problematic bill will be the last one on the stacker. The warning message
and the alarm will remain until the bills on the stacker have been removed
or RESTART is pressed.

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3. Operations (continued)
3.4 Ultraviolet Detection Function (continued)
UV Sensitivity Adjustment
a- Fine-Tuning Sensitivity Adjustment (UV parameter)
For adjusting the sensitivity of the UV function, press the UV button for 3
seconds. The display will show the current sensitivity level (UV-X).
Using the "+" or "-" buttons, choose the desired sensitivity level from 1-9.
To set the desired sensitivity level, press RESTART.
b- Coarse Tuning Sensitivity Adjustment (UN parameter)
Turn the unit OFF, then turn it ON again but having pressed the UV key.
The display will show the current sensitivity level (UN-X). Using the "+"
or "-" buttons, increase it or reduce it. Press RESTART to save the new
value and test the unit after every adjustment.
NOTE: Do not increase the UN sensitivity too much in order to avoid
false positives events.

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3. Operations (continued)
3.5 Magnetic Detection Functions
(Available for the model AB1100 PLUS MG/UV only)
The MG detection function is selected or deselected by pressing the MG
button on the control panel. The Magnetic function is able to check all types
of banknotes that use magnetic ink in its printing process.
Operation
MG function is automatically turned on when the unit is powered up.
If the unit detects a suspicious bill, it will stop counting and will emit a
warning sound, meanwhile, the display will show the message "MG
ALARM", alerting the user of the presence of a suspicious bill.
The problematic bill will be the last one the stacker.
The warning message and the alarm will remain until the bills on the stacker
have been removed or RESTART is pressed.
MG Sensitivity Adjustment
To adjust the sensitivity of the MG function, press the MG button for 3
seconds.
The display will show the current sensitivity level (MG-X). Using the "+" or
"-" buttons, choose the desired sensitivity level from 0-9.
To set the desired sensitivity level, press RESTART.
NOTE: The ultraviolet and magnetic detection systems integrated with the
AB1100 PLUS (models UV and MG/UV only,) are valuable instruments
that help the user verify the legitimacy of bills. However, like all other
counters with integrated detectors found in the market, it cannot guarantee
the legitimacy of any bill analyzed by it due to the unpredictable
techniques or advances that counterfeiters may introduce.