American Changer AC1001 Setup guide

©2017 American Changer
Manual UnvBd. Series 090117
American Changer
Universal Board
Series
Installation,
Operation, and
Service Manual
Changing the Industry℠
Installers & Service Technicians
Read and understand the instructions
detailed in this manual.
Owners & Operators
Keep this manual in a safe place to
provide to any service technicians
working on this machine.
American Changer
1400 N.W. 65th Place, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Tel [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.americanchanger.com www.hoffmanmint.com

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Table of Contents
Section 1 –Product Overview
1.1 –Machine Specifications……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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1.2 –Warranty Information……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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1.3 –Machine Safety…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Section 2 –Setup & Installation
2.1 –Setup…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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2.2 –Mounting Instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Section 3 –Operational Overview
3.1 –Component Description…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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3.2 –Functional Description……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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3.3 –Out-of-Service Conditions & Error Codes…………………………………………………………………………………
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3.4 –Programming Menu…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Section 4 –Maintenance
4.1 –Coin Hopper Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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4.2 –Bill Validator Maintenance..………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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4.3 –Parts List……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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4.4 –Warranty Terms and Conditions………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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permission of American Changer

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Section 1 –Product Overview
1.1 –Machine Specifications
Operating Voltage (selectable by switch on power
supply)
Set at 115VAC: 90 ~ 132VAC 4.0A
Set at 230VAC: 180 ~ 264VAC 6.0A
Power Consumption
10 Watts
Operating Temperature
41°F to 104°F / 5°C to 40°C
Interface to Coin Hopper
24VDC, 2.5 amps max
*Note: Specifications stated herein may vary without notice. Capacities are approximations and may
vary.
1.2 –Warranty Information
PLEASE REFERENCE SECTION 4.4 ON PAGES 47 AND 48 FOR AMERICAN CHANGER’S DETAILED LIMITED
WARRANTY AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. SOME HIGHLIGHTS FROM SAID SECTION ARE:
Coin Hopper(s), Coin Acceptors and Logic Board
These items are warranted for one year from date of purchase.
Bill Validators
These are warranted for two years from the date of purchase.
COVERED
Manufacturers’ defects in workmanship or materials
NOT COVERED
Damage caused by shipping or physical abuse
Misapplication
Vandalism
End users’ attempt, on their own, to repair components
Cleaning and maintenance
Power surges and lightning strikes
A Return Material Authorization number (RMA #) must be obtained from American Changer
Corporation before returning a unit for repair; warranty or otherwise. A copy of invoices must
accompany any and all warranty work.

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Section 1.3 –Machine Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are very important to
American Changer.
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your machine. Always read and
obey all safety messages.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how reduce the risk of injury, and
tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
This is a safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, or “CAUTION”.
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately
follow instructions
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow
instructions
You can be injured if you don’t follow instructions

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Important Safety Instructions
DANGER: To reduce the risks of severe injury
secure the machine to a stable structure.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
disconnect all electrical power to the machine
before servicing.
NOTICE: For indoor use only.
NOTICE: Ensure this machine is level when
installed
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
American Changer does not guarantee machines (products) or services to be 100% secure against criminal
attempts. All machines (products) and services are to be used in accordance with business best practices and the
owner’s or operator’s best judgement.
Installation, use, service and maintenance must be performed in accordance with applicable machine (product)
manuals provided by American Changer and comply with any and all pertinent laws or regulations.
Inspect your machine (product), at a minimum annually, by a qualified service technician.
Dimensions and weights are reasonably close estimates. Specifications in this manual can vary without notice.

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Section 2 –Setup & Installation
2.1 –Setup
NOTICE: THIS MODEL MACHINE IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
Inspect for any connectors or components that may have been dislodged during shipping. The lock and keys for
your changer will be inside the manila envelope along with this manual and other pertinent information. To install
the lock, insert the cylinder into the hole in the middle of the T-handle and push until it stops. Turn the key until
you hear it “snap." Turn the key counterclockwise ¼ turn and remove the keys.
NOTE: The only way to get a duplicate set of keys made is to save the tag that comes with the keys. The ID #
begins with “AC” or “ACC” followed by digits.” If you purchased Medeco locks with your machine the ID will
begin with “7RA” followed by digits.”
CHECKING SHIPMENT: Be sure to check the shipment against the Bill of Lading for shortages. Also, check for
external damage to the packaging. Note any shortages and/or damage to the packaging on the Bill of Lading in
the presence of the carrier and ask the carrier to initial on the Bill of Lading accordingly. Immediately report any
shortages or damage to the packaging to the carrier and American Changer.
TEST: Before permanently installing the changer, do a functional test to verify that there is no shipping damage to
your new changer.
Plug the power cord into a dedicated, grounded 120VAC outlet. The machine is preset to accept $1, $5, $10, and
$20 and dispense 25¢coins (unless otherwise specified at the time of purchase).
Fill each of the coin hoppers with a minimum of 100 coins. On the Main Logic Board, turn the switch on the
bottom right corner “ON.” The rocker switch has an “I” and “O” printed on it. When the “I” is pressed down, the
changer is “ON.”
If the machine does not function properly please contact American Changer’s Technical Support Department at
[e-mail] or 1-888-741-9840.

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2.2 –Mounting Instructions
This machine must be installed in accordance with local codes. If you are unsure in any way what your
local codes are or unsure of anything in the following steps, please hire a licensed professional to
mount your machine.
1. Disconnect any and all AC power going to the machine. (Unplug AC line cord from the rear of the
machine.)
2. Note: You will need to verify with the building code enforcement to see if it is allowable to plug the
changer into a grounded outlet. If it is not, there must be 120VAC run through conduit or other
means to meet local codes to the changer. If it is not required, proceed to step #6.
3. Have a licensed electrician run the conduit, install the new breaker, wire and help decide how the
wiring will enter the changer (from the back or the bottom).
4. After the conduit has been installed, proceed with securing the machine to a stable structure.
5. Find an appropriate stable structure which to secure the machine to.
6. NOTICE: BEFORE SECURING ENSURE THE MACHINE IS LEVEL.

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7. : PROPERLY SECURE MACHINE (PRODUCT) TO THE FLOOR SO THE MACHINE
(PRODUCT) CANNOT BE MOVED OR TIPPED. USE STRUCTURAL SOUND FASTENERS THAT CAN BE
PROPERLY TIGHTENED AND SECURE THE MACHINE (PRODUCT) THROUGH EACH OF THE HOLES IN
THE BASE OF THE MACHINE (PRODUCT) TO THE APPLICABLE SURFACE TO WHICH IT IS BEING
SECURED.
8. Use the four holes located in the back, bottom, or sides of the cabinet to secure the machine to a
stable structure.
9. Verify that the machine is properly secured to the stable structure.
10. Connect your AC line to the outlet. If conduit was run wire it to the power supply located in the
machine.
a. Do not use an extension cord unless allowed by the building electrical code.
b. Installation is completed. Proceed to the “Programming the Changer” section.

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Section 3 –Operational Overview
3.1 –Component Description
Coin Hopper
The hopper uses the ccTalk communication protocol. It can dispense coins or tokens ranging in size from
21mm to 30mm in diameter and 1.25mm to 3.30mm in thickness. An option is available to dispense
smaller coins.
Bill Validator
This model machine may have been sold without a bill validator. It is intended to work with a 24VDC bill
validator using the MDB protocol.
6-Pin (MDB) Connector Pinout:
Pin #1 - +24VDC Power
Pin #2 - DC Power return
Pin #3 - Not Used
Pin #4 - Master Receive
Pin #5 - Master Transmit
Pin #6 - Communications Common
Put coins into this opening
Coin Counting Optic
Motor
12-Pin female connector
(located in rear of hopper)
Figure 1
6-Pin (MDB)
4
1
6
3
Figure 2

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Universal Main Logic Board
24VDC Power
Input
Up, Down, and Select Buttons.
Used for accessing and
navigating the programming
menu
On/Off
Switch
Hopper L
Hopper R
Figure 3
Out of
Service
Light
Coin
Acceptor
(Optional)
Bill
Validator
Use this connector
when operating with
only 1 hopper.

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3.2 –Functional Description
1. Dispense
The coin hopper content can be defined by entering its value in the
programming menu, for example, $00.25.
2. Payment
The machine accepts payment in the form of bank notes. A coin
acceptor is optional
3.3 –Out-of-Service Conditions & Error Codes
System
Failures
Below are conditions that will cause the machine to go into
an “Out-of-Service” mode.
Coin Hopper
Coin Hopper Error Conditions
OptoBlkd
Indicates the coin counting optic is blocked. The exit path
may be obstructed, or the Optic Board may be bad.
No Comm.
The Universal Board is unable to communicate with the
coin hopper. The hopper may be disconnected, have a
damaged harness, or may need to be repaired or replaced.
High
Current
The hopper motor exceeded its maximum threshold for
current. Inspect for a jammed coin preventing the coin belt
from moving, or a stalled or shorted motor. Repair or
replace the hopper.
Low
The amount of coins in the coin hopper is below its
operational threshold. First ensure there are enough coins
in the coin hopper to completely covert the metal plates
located at the bottom of the hopper. Second use Scotch-
Brite to scrub the metal plates. This is effective on dull
plates. Repair or replace the hopper.
TimeOut
The coin hopper did not complete a payout in its allotted
time frame. Check the hopper for any coin jams or
mechanical obstructions preventing coins from exiting.
Have the unit repaired or replaced.
Fraud
The optic sensor detected something outside of a
dispensing cycle. Inspect for a jammed coin or other
obstruction near exit window; repair or replace the
hopper.

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NoPay
A dispense command was sent to the coin hopper but it
did not dispense any coins. Check the hopper for a possible
coin jam, exit blockage, or other mechanical errors. If
nothing can be found, have the unit repaired or replaced.
Bill Validator
Bill Validator Error Conditions
Motor
Validator stacker/transport motor has failed. Repair or
replace the bill validator.
Sensor
Sensor failure. Check for dirty sensors. Repair or replace
the validator.
CheckSum
Indicates error with the firmware file stored on validator
main board. Repair or replace the bill validator.
Jammed
A bill or debris is jammed in the validator bill path. Check
bill path for a jammed bill or debris. Repair or replace the
bill validator.
Cashbox
The cashbox is not installed on the bill validator. Ensure
the bill box is properly installed on the bill validator. Repair
or replace the bill validator.
No Comm.
The Universal Board is unable to communicate with the bill
validator. Ensure the validator harness is connected
securely. Repair or replace the bill validator.
Can’t
Enable
The Universal Board has tried to enable the validator
several times without success.

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3.4 –Programming Menu
To enter the programming menu, begin by pressing the “Select” button on the Universal main logic
board. Refer to Figure 3.
Use the “Up ” and “Down ” buttons to navigate through the menus. Scroll down to “Exit” and
press the “Select” button to exit the programming menu.
Bills
Accept –This menu controls which bills are accepted and rejected by the bill validator. To accept a bill
set the denomination option to “Y”. To reject a bill set the denomination option to “N”.
Security –This menu controls how strict the bill validator is reading the bills.
$1
$5
$10
$20
$50
$100
Accept
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
N
N
N
N
N
N
Total
Bills
Exit
Exit
Exit
Exit
Exit
Exit
00000
High
Security
Low
Exit
Exit
Coins
This menu is used if a ccTalk coin acceptor is installed in the machine. It controls which coins are
accepted and rejected by the coin acceptor. To accept a coin set the denomination option to “Y”. To
reject a coin set the denomination option to “N”.
Coins
5¢
10¢
25¢
$1
Total
*U.S.
Y
Y
Y
Y
00000
Acceptor
N
N
N
N
Selected
Exit
Exit
Exit
Exit

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Payout and Mode Menus
Payout –This menu is used to define how the machine will payout. This menu will change depending on
the mode selected.
Mode –This menu is a submenu of the Hardware menu. Which mode is used is determined by the
manner in which the machine is to be used.
Simple Vend Mode (S Vend) –This mode allows the machine to vend tokens only if the machine has one
hopper, or vend tokens from the left hopper and change from the right if the machine is equipped with
two hoppers. If this mode is selected, the program prompts you to select the number of tokens to be
dispensed –One or Many. For two hoppers, ‘One’ means that one token will be dispensed, and change
will be made for the remaining balance, if any. ‘Many’ means that the hopper will dispense as many
tokens as possible for the money denomination accepted, and change will be made for the remaining
balance, if any. Token and change values are set in the ‘Payout’ menu. For one hopper, since no change
is available, the changer defaults to ‘Many,’ changing the full amount to tokens. Discounts or bonus
payouts are not possible using Simple Vending mode.
Simple Vend with 1 Hopper –Use the “Up ” and “Down ” buttons to set the value of the tokens in
the hopper. The token value can be set to anywhere between 1¢ and $20. Press the Select button to
save the value entered.
Example: Set Token = $0.25 to pay out 4 tokens per dollar.
Total
Payout
Token Value
00000
Simple Vend 1 Hopper
Value $00.25
Simple Vend with 2 Hoppers –Enter a token value for the left hopper (‘Token L’), and enter the
denomination of the coins being dispensed from the right hopper (‘Change R’). Both can be set to
values between 1¢ and $20.
Example: With the mode set to ‘many’, set Token L = $0.30, and Change R = $0.05 (fill the right hopper
with nickels). Inserting a $5 bill will pay out 16 tokens ($4.80) and 4 nickels ($0.20). With the mode set
to ‘one’, the payout will be 1 token ($0.30) and 94 nickels ($4.70) for the same $5 bill.
Total
Payout
Token L Value
Change R Value
00000
Simple Vend 2 Hoppers
Value $00.30
Value $00.05

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Game Token (Gmetkns) Mode –This mode is intended for vending tokens only. It allows for the use of
“Party Tokens.” Payouts per denomination, and up to 4 different “Party Tokens,” can be set
independently, giving the option of including discounts or bonuses for certain denominations. If the
changer is equipped with two hoppers, both should be filled with the same tokens.
If changer is equipped with two hoppers, both should be filled with the same tokens for this mode.
Here, set the number of tokens to be paid out per money denomination accepted, starting with the
quarter, and proceeding, in increasing order, all the way to the $100 bill. (Only the denominations that
have been set for acceptance in the ‘Bill’ and ‘Coin’ menus and on the validator will show up.) Then,
continue by setting the number of tokens to be paid out for up to 4 different “Party Tokens.” Press Up
or Down (buttons #1 or #2), then Select to set the payouts. Each number can be set to anywhere
between 0 and 999 tokens.
Example: Set $Q = 1, $1 = 4, $5 = 22, and $TKN1 = 100. This will pay out 4 tokens per dollar with a 2
token bonus for changing a $5 bill, and 100 tokens upon acceptance of “Party Token” #1. In this
example no payout is set for $10, $20, $50, $100, TKN2, TKN3, and TKN4.
Total
0000
Pay-
out
$Q
$1
$5
$10
$20
$50
$100
TKN1
TKN2
TKN3
TKN4
001
004
022
100
Simple Changer (S Chngr) Mode –This is the most basic mode. A coin or bill is fully changed into the
denomination(s) of coins in the hopper(s) without discounts or bonus payouts. This mode can be used
with one or two hoppers. If two hoppers are installed, they can each be filled with the same or different
denomination coins with which to make change. The program will prompt you to enter whether the
coins in the hoppers are the same (Same) or different (Diff). Payouts settings are per dollar.
Simple Changer with 1 Hopper or 2 Hoppers with the same Coins –Enter the denomination of coins in
the hopper(s). This value can be set to anywhere between 1¢ and $20. Use the Up button to increase
the value and the Down button to decrease it, and push the Select button to save.
Example: Set Change = $0.25 to pay out 4 quarters per dollar.
Total
Payout
Change
00000
1 or 2 Hoppers w/ Same Coins
Set Value $00.25

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Simple Changer with 2 Hoppers and Different Coins –Begin by entering the denomination of coins in the
left (‘Change L’) and right (‘Change R’) hoppers. These values can be set to anywhere between 1¢ and
$20. Next, set the number of coins from each to be paid out per dollar for each changing operation.
The left hopper is first (‘Payout L’), then the right (‘Payout R’). Note: The ‘Payout’ settings override the
‘Change’ value settings, so be sure to correctly enter how many of each coin you want dispensed per
dollar.
Example: Set Change L = $0.25, Change R = $0.05, Payout L = 3, and Payout R = 5 to pay out 3 quarters
and 5 nickels per dollar.
Total
Payout
Change L
Change R
Payout L
Payout R
00000
Different Coins
$00.25
$00.05
003
005
Advanced Changer (A Chngr) Mode –This mode is designed for two hoppers only, each filled with
different coins. This is the most configurable changer mode, as it allows independent changing options
to be set for each coin and bill accepted. Individual payouts from both the left and right hoppers can be
set for each money denomination, allowing for a broad variety in the types of payouts that can be set,
including discounts for certain bills and bonuses, if desired.
Advanced Changer with 2 Hoppers and Different Coins –First, enter the denomination of coins in both
the left hopper (‘Change L’) and the right (‘Change R’). These values can be set to anywhere between 1¢
and $20. Then, set the number of coins to be paid out of each hopper per denomination, starting with
the left hopper payout per quarter (‘$Q L’), then the right hopper payout per quarter (‘$Q R’), then left
and right payouts per dollar, and so on, up through payouts per $100 bill. Those denominations that are
not enabled are skipped. Note: The ‘Payout’ settings override the ‘Change’ value settings, so be sure to
correctly enter how many of each coin you want dispensed per denomination.
Example: To pay out exactly 5 nickels per denomination, with the balance to be paid in quarters, the
settings would be: Change L = $0.25, Change R = $0.05, $Q L = 0, $Q R = 5, $1 L = 3, $1 R = 5, $5 L = 19,
$5 R = 5, $10 L = 39, $10 R = 5, etc…. In this example no payout is set for the $50 and $100.
Change L
Change R
$QL
$1L
$5L
$10L
$20L
$50L
$100L
Total
Payout
$00.25
$00.05
000
003
019
039
079
00000
$QR
$1R
$5R
$10R
$20R
$50R
$100R
005
005
005
005
005
Advanced Vending (A Vend) Mode –This mode is a further adjustable version of the Simple Vending
mode, adding the capability of setting individual payouts per each accepted denomination. When two
hoppers are used for this mode, unlike in Simple vending mode, you have the option of filling them with
the same or different coins (select ‘Same’ or ‘Diff.’ after selecting this mode). If they are both filled with
the same tokens, the changer works the same as with one hopper. If ‘different’ is selected, the left
hopper should contain tokens, while the right should contain coins for change. All payouts are
configurable for each accepted money denomination; you set how many tokens and how much change
is paid out for each transaction.

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Advanced Vending 1 or 2 Hoppers with the Same Coin –Using the “Up ” and “Down ” buttons, set
the value of the tokens in the hopper(s). They can be set to values between 1¢ and $20. Following this,
enter the number of tokens to be dispensed for each accepted bill denomination, starting with $1 and
increasing, in sequence, to $100. Any number between 0 and 999 can be chosen for each, giving you
the option of including discounts or bonus payouts starting at $1 bills.
Example: Set Token = $0.50, $1 = 2, $5 = 12, and $10 = 25 to pay out 2 tokens per dollar with a 2-token
bonus for $5 bills, and a 5-token bonus for $10 bills. In this example no payout is set for the $20, $50
and $100.
Total
Payout
Token
Value
$1
$5
$10
$20
$50
$100
00000
Same
Token
$00.50
002
012
025
Advanced Vending with 2 Hoppers and Different Coins –This mode requires that the left-side hopper
contain tokens, and the right-side hopper contain coins for change. First, select the value of the tokens
in the left hopper (‘Token L’), and then enter the coin denominations in the right hopper (‘Change R’).
Then, in sequence, enter the desired number of each to be paid out for each bill value accepted by the
validator. The program will prompt for each value starting with the token payout per one-dollar bill (‘$1
L’) and change given (‘$1 R’). This is followed by the token and change payout per $2 bill (if enabled),
and so on, up through the payouts per $100 bill. Note: The ‘Payout’ numbers override the ‘Token’ and
‘Change’ value settings, so be sure to correctly enter how many of each you want the changer to
dispense per denomination.
Example: To dispense two-dollar tokens and give some change in quarters for every bill accepted, set
Token L = $2.00, Change R = $0.25, $2 L = 1, $2 R = 0, $5 L = 2, $5 R = 4, $10 L = 4, $10 R = 8, $20 L = 9,
$20 R = 8, etc…. In this example no payout is set for the $50 and $100.
Token L
Change
R
$1L
$5L
$10L
$20L
$50L
$100L
Total
Payout
$02.00
$00.25
N/A
002
004
009
00000
Different
$1R
$5R
$10R
$20R
$50R
$100R
Tokens
N/A
004
008
008
NOTE: After setting the payout always perform a test to ensure the payout is set correctly. Do not put
into operation before testing.

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Hardware –These submenus are used to configure the different devices installed in the machine
(Banknote validator, Coin Acceptor, and the Universal Board). The machine will arrive with this
information preset and will not require any changes to be made.
Hoppers –Configures the machine to operate with 1 or 2 ccTalk hoppers or a Compact hopper. This
model operates with 1 ccTalk hopper.
cctalk –Select ccTalk if using one or more hoppers with a ccTalk serial interface to the Universal Board.
Once selected, enter the number of ccTalk hoppers –one or two –to be used in the changer. Note:
Each Logic Board has the capacity to control two ccTalk hoppers, left and right; but, if only one is used, it
must be plugged into the left-side connector (see Figure 3 for the ccTalk device connections.) If your
model changer has two Logic Boards and two hoppers, then only one hopper will be controlled by each
board; select ‘1’ as the number of ccTalk hoppers on both boards.
Compact –If using a Compact hopper select “Compact”. No other selections are necessary.
Coin Acceptor –Configures the machine to operate with a cctalk or pulse coin acceptor.
cctalk –This option should be selected if the installed coin acceptor communicates with the Universal
Board using ccTalk serial communication protocol (see Figure 3 for the ccTalk device connections .) After
choosing ccTalk, the program prompts for specification of the currency type that will be processed by
the coin acceptor. Choose either US or Canadian coins.
Pulse –If the installed coin acceptor communicates with the Universal Board using pulse protocol, select
‘Pulse’. Following this, the program will request specification of the logic level used to enable the coin
acceptor, high “Hi” or low “Lo”. Pulse coin acceptors provided by American Changer use the “Hi”
setting. Note: The Logic Board can only control one pulse device; if a pulse validator is installed, a pulse
coin acceptor cannot be (see Figure 3 for the pulse device connection on the Universal Board).
None –Select this if a coin acceptor is not being used.
Validator –Configures the machine to operate with a validator using MDB protocol or serial Pulse
protocol.
MDB:Select ‘MDB,’ and then enter how many MDB validators are installed in the changer –either one
(1) or zero (None!). (See Figure 3 for the MDB validator connection on the Universal Board.)
Pulse: Select ‘Pulse,’ and then choose either one (1) or zero (None!) to specify the number of pulse
validators that are inside the unit. If ‘1’ is chosen, then the program will further prompt for whether the
validator is enabled using a logic-high (Hi) or a logic-low (Lo) signal; either must be chosen. Note: The
Logic Board can only control one pulse device; if a pulse coin acceptor is installed, a pulse validator
cannot be. (See Figure 3 for the pulse device connection on the Universal Board.)

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String –Configures the settings that help against “Stringing”. Select ‘String,’ and then choose either (Y)
to enable stringing protection, or (N) to disable it. If Yes is chosen, there is a series of three settings that
will follow, explained next, that together control the behavior of the changer with regard to stringing.
Max $ –This setting is the maximum dollar amount that can be accepted by the machine within the
user-set time limit (next setting) before triggering the anti-stringing protection. The dollar amount can
be chosen anywhere between $20 and $200 in $5 increments.
Max Time –The time entered here is the time limit for the changer accepting the user-set maximum
dollar amount (previous setting). If the changer accepts the maximum dollar amount within the amount
of time set here, anti-stringing protection will be triggered. The length of time can be set to anywhere
between 5 and 120 minutes in 5 minute increments.
Shut Off –This setting controls the anti-stringing protection, which is the shutting down of the changer
for the time specified here. The changer can be set to shut down for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes, or until
the MLB is reset by turning the power off then back on (‘Reset’).
Dump –This menu will enable or disable the “Dump” function. To enable the “Dump” function set to
“Y”. To disable the dump function set to “N”.
Using the Dump Feature
1. Open the machine door to gain access to the Universal Board.
2. Have a container suitable for holding a large quantity of coins ready as this will be used to catch
the coins as they are dispensed.
3. On the Universal Board press and hold the “Up ” and “Down ” buttons simultaneously.
The LCD display on the Universal Board will display “Start Dump?”. Press the “Select” button to
begin the dumping the coin hopper(s).
4. The hopper(s) will continue to dump until the “Select” button is pressed a second time or the
machine is turned off.
5. A count of the coins dispensed will be shown on the Universal Board’s LCD display. This will stay
on the display until the machine is turned off.