Aristocrat Technologies MarsX Portrait User manual

MARS X™ Portrait
Hardware Operator Manual

MARS X™ Portrait Hardware Operator Manual
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Important Safety Information
This document contains important information about the use of the equipment and hazards
involved in owning and operating the equipment to which it relates. The equipment can be very
hazardous if used other than in accordance with this document.
Failure to read and follow the instructions in this manual or on the warning labels that are
attached to the equipment could result in the following:
Serious personal injury, including electrocution, and loss of limb. Unless you are a trained
technician, tampering with the EGM can result in fatal injuries.
Serious damage to the equipment.
Serious damage to other equipment.
Serious damage to the premises housing the equipment.
Rendering the warranty void.
All persons who may install, use, or open this equipment for service must read and follow the
instructions in this manual.
The equipment itself is marked with important warning labels detailing dangers.
Check for warning labels whenever opening any part of the equipment.
Read and comply with all warning labels you see when operating or opening the
equipment.
Under no circumstances remove or alter any warning label.
The equipment is not suitable for outdoor use.
The EGM must not be cleaned by a pressure washer or similar device that forcefully
sprays water or cleaning solutions on the EGM.
CAUTION
Changes or modications to the EGM represented in this manual that are not
expressly approved in writing by Aristocrat Technologies Pty Ltd, may void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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distributed, without limitation, under any one or more of the following licenses: GNU GPL or
BSD. In such instances, the following language shall also apply:
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software, rmware, hardware, interfaces, and communication protocols used, parts of this
document may become obsolete until a subsequent revision to this document is released by
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EMC Notication
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation,
Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).

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EMR Statement
The Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) unit is a Qi-compliant wireless charger module that
operates at 128kHz and supports up to 10W of power. If tted to the gaming machine, it is
integrated to the Virtual button deck and marked with a charging battery sign.
The equipment was tested to the exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment, also
known as the General Public exposure category. The measured levels are in compliance with
the applicable RF exposure guidelines.
NOTE
This statement is applicable only for the EGMs with wireless chargers.
Support Contact
For technical assistance please contact your local service organisation.

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Overview
The purpose of this document is to provide information about the features and functions of the
electronic gaming machine (EGM) referenced herein.
Tips for Using this Document
Steps for the individual tasks of a procedure are numbered and should be followed in the
order presented.
Book titles, section tabs and variables appear in Italic font.
For example: On the Machine Identication Tab,...
Menu items/names and button names appear in bold font.
For example: In the File menu, click Exit.
“>” : Indicates a menu choice.
For example: FILE > OPEN, click File and then click Open.
Screen messages appear in monospaced font.
For example: The Cancel Credit Call Attendant message displays.
Special Symbols
Warning, Caution, and Note symbols appear throughout this manual. They are designated as
shown below:
WARNING
Indicates an operating procedure or maintenance practice which, if not
correctly followed, could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
Indicates an operating procedure or maintenance practice which, if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to or destruction of the equipment, or
corruption of the data.
NOTE
Indicates an operating procedure, maintenance practice, or condition which
requires highlighting.
Introduction

Introduction
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Additional Information
Additional information is available in the following documents.
Service Manual
The service manual is mainly aimed at technicians. It covers area of machine servicing and
maintenance that must be carried out by licensed technicians.
Gives a general overview of the hardware.
Provides procedures for installing and troubleshooting.
Parts Catalog
The parts catalog is intended for operators and service technicians.
Provides illustrations of many of the internal and external components of the EGM
Identies the manufacturer’s part numbers of serviceable parts
Platform Conguration Manual
This manual familiarizes internal and external testers, eld technicians, and operators with
using platform software for electronic gaming machines (EGMs).
Conguration and initialization for the platform and game.
Overview and reference of the platform’s Audit menu.
Platform-related fault resolution.
Change Notication
The information and processes referenced in these documents may change or be updated
without prior notication.

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Record of Amendments
Rev. Date Description By
00 Jan 2022 Original issue D&D Tech Docs
01 Feb 2022 Changes to Care and General Maintenance D&D Tech Docs

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Contents
Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2
Open Source Software............................................................................................................. 3
Trademarks ............................................................................................................................... 3
Proprietary Copyright Notice .................................................................................................. 4
EMC Notication ...................................................................................................................... 4
EMR Statement ......................................................................................................................... 5
Support Contact ....................................................................................................................... 5
Introduction.......................................................................................................... 6
Overview ................................................................................................................................... 6
Tips for Using this Document ................................................................................................. 6
Special Symbols....................................................................................................................... 6
Additional Information ............................................................................................................. 7
Service Manual ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Parts Catalog ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Platform Conguration Manual.............................................................................................................. 7
Change Notication............................................................................................................................... 7
Record of Amendments ........................................................................................................... 8
Contents............................................................................................................... 9
General Description ......................................................................................... 13
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 13
Keys ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Specications ......................................................................................................................... 17
Functional Description .......................................................................................................... 19
Modes of Operation................................................................................................................ 20
Play Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 20
Player Operation ................................................................................................................................. 23
Operator Mode .................................................................................................................................... 26
EGM Self-Monitoring.............................................................................................................. 27
Self-test ............................................................................................................................................... 27

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Day to Day Operations ..................................................................................... 28
Opening and Closing Doors ................................................................................................. 29
Main Door............................................................................................................................................ 29
Stacker Door ....................................................................................................................................... 32
Switching the EGM On or O󰀨 ................................................................................................ 33
Cash Box Clearance .............................................................................................................. 33
Loading Vouchers in Printers................................................................................................34
FL Gen5 Printer................................................................................................................................... 34
Nanoptix Printer .................................................................................................................................. 35
Reading Electromechanical Meters ..................................................................................... 35
Canceling Credit..................................................................................................................... 35
Resolving Disputed Win Claims .......................................................................................... 36
Care and General Maintenance........................................................................ 37
Cabinet Care .......................................................................................................................... 38
AC Power Cord ....................................................................................................................... 38
LCD Screen Care ................................................................................................................... 38
Bill Acceptor Care ................................................................................................................. 38
Bill Acceptor Maintenance and Cleaning............................................................................................. 38
Clearing Bill Acceptor Jams ................................................................................................................ 39
Printer Care ............................................................................................................................ 41
Print a Self-Test Voucher..................................................................................................................... 41
Printer Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 42
Troubleshooting the Printer................................................................................................................. 43
Printer Paper Quality........................................................................................................................... 43
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 44
Machine Alerts ....................................................................................................................... 44
Message Displays and Conditions ....................................................................................... 45
LCD Monitor............................................................................................................................ 50
Reset Messages ..................................................................................................................... 52
Glossary ............................................................................................................. 54

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List of Figures
Figure 1 - MARS X Portrait EGM.................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 2 - EGM Dimensions - Front and Side View ....................................................................................... 17
Figure 3 - Typical EGM Functional Diagram .................................................................................................. 19
Figure 4 - Basic Game Operation in Play Mode............................................................................................. 21
Figure 5 - Format of Game Display ................................................................................................................ 22
Figure 6 - EGM Door Locations...................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 7 - Locks & Key Switch Locations ....................................................................................................... 29
Figure 8 - Main Door Lock and Release Lever............................................................................................... 30
Figure 9 - Top Door Release Pull Cord........................................................................................................... 31
Figure 10 - Opening of Stacker Door.............................................................................................................. 32
Figure 11 - Power Switch Location ................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 12 - Sample Self-Test Voucher............................................................................................................ 41

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List of Tables
Table 1 - EGM Components .......................................................................................................................... 13
Table 2 - EGM Key Types............................................................................................................................... 16
Table 3 - Physical Characteristics................................................................................................................... 17
Table 4 - Supply Voltage Requirements ......................................................................................................... 18
Table 5 - Power Requirements with 27” Topper.............................................................................................. 18
Table 6 - Auxiliary Power ................................................................................................................................ 18
Table 7 - Environment .................................................................................................................................... 18
Table 8 - Troubleshooting – Sound................................................................................................................. 45
Table 9 - Troubleshooting – Power................................................................................................................. 46
Table 10 - Troubleshooting – Bill Acceptor ..................................................................................................... 47
Table 11 - Troubleshooting – Printer............................................................................................................... 48
Table 12 - Troubleshooting – LCD Screen...................................................................................................... 50
Table 13 - Troubleshooting – VBD.................................................................................................................. 50
Table 14 - Troubleshooting – Lamps and LEDs.............................................................................................. 51
Table 15 - Troubleshooting – Reset Messages .............................................................................................. 52

General Description
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General Description
Overview
The Electronic Gaming Machine (EGM) is built using many di󰀨erent internal and external
components. The following table highlights the primary components of the EGM represented in
this manual.
NOTE
The components included with the EGM may vary by jurisdiction and specic
installation requirements. Not all installations include all components listed in
table below.
Table 1 - EGM Components
EGM Module Description
Audio System The audio system typically includes 3 speakers (one at the top
and two at the bottom of the top door), a woofer speaker, and an
amplier.
Sounds and tunes combine with graphics and animations during
game play and attract mode. The sounds represent di󰀨erent EGM
conditions such as alarms, game play, win/lose notications, and
jackpots. Each game has its own unique sounds and tunes.
Backplane Board The backplane board is the interface between the carrier board
and the EGM components and is attached to the backside of
the logic cage. The carrier board inserts in the logic cage and
connects to the backplane board at the back of logic cage.
Bill Acceptor
(optional)
The bill acceptor validates inserted bank notes (bills) and
vouchers. Validated bills and vouchers are deposited and stored
in the cash box.
Carrier Board The carrier board connects to the backplane board to interface
with the EGM components. It houses the central processor and
other logic components of the EGM. The carrier board is secured
in the logic cage with a locked door.
Communications
Interface (optional)
The communications interface links the EGM to networks and
other external equipment.
Electromechanical
Meters (optional)
Electromechanical meters are used to record accounting data in
a physical format.
Light Tower
(optional)
The EGM can have either a multi-tier or single-strobe light tower.
The light tower provides additional customer service and security.
It alerts the operator when the EGM has a potential issue or
requires a handpay.
Logic Cage The logic cage is a secure enclosure that houses the carrier
board assembly.
Main LCD Monitor The main LCD monitor (main video display - MVD) is the primary
display for game operation and status information.

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EGM Module Description
Printer
(optional)
The printer provides players with redeemable vouchers and
tickets.
Player Marketing
Module (PMM)
(optional)
The PMM interfaces with a venue network system that records
player transactions and sends messages to individual players.
Power Supply Unit
(PSU)
The power supply unit converts AC power input voltage into
low voltage DC power directed to the EGM components via the
backplane board.
Saddle Bag The EGM has two Saddle bags - one on each side of the cabinet.
The saddle bags act as enclosures for the bill acceptor, printer,
woofer and the amplier.
Topper
(optional)
The EGM may be tted with an LCD topper or a themed topper.
The topper is mounted to the top of the EGM and displays
artwork or video to attract players.
Virtual Button Deck
(VBD)
The VBD is a high resolution LCD touch screen device that
virtually renders a series buttons on its screen for game play and
other functions.

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Figure 1 - MARS X Portrait EGM
Legend
1 LH Saddle Bag 7 Topper
2 Virtual Button Deck 8 Light Tower
3 Printer Runway 9 Corona Assembly
4 PMM (Blank Shown) 10 BNA Runway
5 Main LCD 11 Physical Play Button
6Top Audio Bar 12 RH Saddle Bag

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Keys
The EGM requires keys for the following locks and switches to maintain e󰀨ective security and
correct operation. A key can only be removed from its lock/key switch when returned to the
locked position.
Key and lock types can vary between markets.
Table 2 - EGM Key Types
Name Function
Meter/Audit Key
Switch
Allows access to the Operator Menu. To access
the Operator Menu, insert the meter/audit key and
turn it to Audit.
Allows viewing of the electromechanical meters if
installed. To view the meters, insert the key and
turn it to Meter.
Reset Key
Switch
Enables the operator to reset the EGM after a
machine fault is corrected. Insert the reset key
and turn it clockwise and back again.
Main Door Lock Allows the operator to open the main door. Insert
the key and turn it clockwise.
Logic Cage
Lock
Allows the operator access to the logic cage.
Insert the key and turn it clockwise.
Stacker Security
- BNA Cage
Door
(optional)
Allows the operator access to remove the
cash box. When two locks are congured, one
key turns clockwise and the other key turns
counterclockwise to open.
BNA Access
Door - Saddle
Bag
Allows the operator to open the saddle bag drop
door to access the bill acceptor.

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Specications
Table 3 - Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
Height of the cabinet (w/o light tower and topper) 64.1” (1628 mm)
Height of the cabinet (w/ 27” topper and light tower) 84.3” (2142 mm)
Width (at the front with VBD) 27.2” (690.5 mm)
Width (at back) 26.8” (680 mm)
Depth (at base) 18.1” (460 mm)
Depth (at VBD) 26.9” (684 mm)
Weight
Typical Cabinet Weight 348.3 lbs (158 kg)
Cabinet Weight with 19.5” Static Topper 368 lbs (167 kg)
Cabinet Weight with 21.5” Topper 373 lbs (169.2 kg)
Cabinet Weight with 27” Topper 381.3 lbs (173 kg)
Measurements may be rounded to nearest value.
Weights are dependent on installed components.
Figure 2 - EGM Dimensions - Front and Side View

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Table 4 - Supply Voltage Requirements
AC Voltage Input
Minimum 120 Vac
Maximum 230 Vac
Frequency 50Hz/60Hz
The power supply is capable of accepting di󰀨erent AC input voltages within the specied
minimum and maximum AC voltage input range.
Typical power consumption values are dependent on actual EGM conguration.
Table 5 - Power Requirements with 27” Topper
Input Current 120 Vac 230 Vac
EGM Typical 1.6 A 0.9 A
Power Consumption at Nominal Voltage 120 Vac 230 Vac
EGM Typical (real power) 196 W 196W
Typical Heat Load 669 BTU/hr 669 BTU/hr
Table 6 - Auxiliary Power
Maximum Load Current 120 Vac 230 Vac
Auxiliary Power Outlet (main switch controlled) 2 A 2 A
The auxiliary power outlet is intended only for use by devices that reside inside the EGM.
Table 7 - Environment
Description Operating Storage
Minimum Temperature 10°C (50°F) -20°C (-4°F)
Maximum Temperature 40°C (104°F) 60°C (140°F)
Relative Humidity 0-85% non-condensing 0-95% non-condensing

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Functional Description
All processing by the EGM is done by the carrier board. The carrier board houses the central
processor and the software required for game generation and video graphics. All data and
control signals to and from the carrier board are distributed by the backplane board.
The backplane board also distributes regulated low-voltage power from the power supply unit.
Figure 3 - Typical EGM Functional Diagram
Some peripherals and modules are not congured in some jurisdictions and external network
communications modules vary depending on EGM conguration.

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Modes of Operation
The electronic gaming machine (EGM) operates in two modes:
Play Mode permits game play while the main door is closed and locked, the meter/audit
key is in the neutral position, and there are no fault or lockup conditions.
Operator (Audit) Mode enables the operator to congure the EGM, view audit information,
perform EGM tests and reset EGM faults. To access this mode, set the meter/audit key to
the audit position.
NOTE
The Play Mode and Operator Mode may vary depending on the platform and
games installed on the EGM. Refer to the platform conguration manual for your
specic installation.
Play Mode
In play mode the EGM:
Permits game play.
Displays graphics for player operation.
Operates security and audit features.
Monitors and records game play.
Runs self-checking/testing.
Displays guidance for players, operators, and technicians.
Depending on how the EGM is congured, credits can be registered by:
Inserting cash or vouchers.
Using a cashless system.
In a cashless system, credits are transferred to and from the EGM by either a computer link or
smart card. The EGM has security features to ensure that only valid currency is accepted.
The player determines how many credits to wager by pressing one of the Bet buttons. The bet
meter on the screen displays the credits wagered.
The player starts a game by pressing one of the active buttons. The EGM runs the game
sequence and displays the outcome on the screen.
The EGM is equipped with electronic audit meters that continuously monitor and record credit
movement and EGM activity. This information is used for audit calculations and security
purposes. Electromechanical meters can also be congured.
If the EGM detects an abnormal condition, it alerts the operator by automatically entering
lockup. In lockup, game play is disabled to prevent any further player interaction. Lockup
information is displayed in the game message area.