CashTester BC 242 SD User manual

BC 242 SD
EN Manual (page 2)
DE Bedienungsanleitung (Seite 9)
NL Gebruiksaanwijzing (pagina 15)
De Corridor 9 3621 ZA Breukelen - The Netherlands
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subject to technical modifications ● more information on www.cashtester.com ● version 48/2020

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MANUAL BC 242 SD
Thank you for purchasing our BC 242 SD: we hope this Cashtester banknote value counter simplifies your
daily work with banknotes and makes it easier to recognize counterfeit money. Following we provide all
major information regarding this unit. In case of further questions do not hesitate your supplier.
Please note that the banknote counter has to be cleaned regularly to guarantee an optimum count and
long life span. You will find instructions for correct care and maintenance in chapter Maintenance and
cleaning in this instruction manual.
Unpacking
Do check the contents of the carton and if the machine is in good condition/undamaged. If something
is not OK, do not use the machine and contact your supplier.
What is included?
BC 242 SD Manual Power cord Cleaning acc. Spare fuse
Unit design
1. Hopper guide
2. Control panel
3. 3.5” LCD screen
4. Banknote stacker
5. Banknote hopper
6. Feeding gap adjustment screw
7. Carrying handle
8. Power switch
9. Power socket
10. Fuse holder
11. Network port (optional)
12. Printer port
13. DB9 Port for external display
14. USB Port for connection to PC
15. SD card slot
16. Opening mechanism top cover

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Control panel
Button Function (first function / second function)
CLEAR Clears the number of counted banknotes / Turns the batch function off
BATCH Batch function on/off and sets batch number (100 - 50 - 20 - 10 - 5 ‘---‘). The counter
automatically stops when batch stop is reached
+1/+10 Set your own batch number by either 1 (press to increase by 1) or 10 (press and hold)
CUR Select the currency / Used to +1 in the menu screen
PRINT In Mix/Sort mode, sends count report to printer / Used to -1 in the menu screen
MODE Selection of counting mode / Menu navigation (▲)
REPORT When pressed, display shows details of the counting result. Press it again to switch to next
page, if any / Menu navigation (▼)
ADD When active, adds the totals of different stacks to one total
MENU Press to enter the menu / Press to return to the previous screen or quit/leave the menu
START Press to manually start counting / Press to confirm and save a setting
perating instructions
Place the BC 242 SD on a stable and flat surface, away from any
electromagnetic fields and direct sunlight. Connect the power
cable to a grounded outlet and switch on the device.
The BC 242 SD will power up, display the software version (Cxx-x)
and perform a self-test. If the test is successful, the main screen
appears and the BC 242 SD is ready to use.
If an error message appears, please refer to the chapter
Troubleshooting and service.
Place the banknotes in order and set, based on the size of the banknotes, the
left and right hopper guide to a suitable position. When ready, place the
banknotes into the hopper. The machine will start counting automatically
(according to your setting in the menu).
Attention - when the BC 242 SD detects a suspect note, the counting will be stopped. The last note
in the stacker is suspect and needs to be checked again. It is not included in the total!
Attention the advised operating temperature is 20 degrees Celsius or higher. If it is colder, please
wait a few minutes, after turning on the machine, before starting to count.
Please note
To avoid miscounting and damage to the unit the following banknotes should be separated out before
counting:
 pasted banknotes
 washed banknotes
 very dirty banknotes
 damaged banknotes

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Currency selection and counting modes
Currency selection
By standard the BC 242 SD starts up in the Euro MIX mode which means than any stack of Euro notes
(sorted or mixed denominations) can be counted and tested.
Preinstalled currencies are Euro (EUR), British Pound (GBP), Swiss Franc (CHF) and USD Dollar (USD). Other
currencies are available on request.
All of these currencies can be counted as well mixed as sorted. By pressing the CUR key, a currency can
be chosen. The ‘currency’ MULT means that even a stack of mixed currencies (EUR/GBP/USD) will be
recognized, counted and tested, however we advise to count per currency.
Counting modes
For most currencies the BC 242 SD can count both sorted and mixed banknotes. The MODE button
enables you to switch between the different counting modes which can be set per currency.
MIX Mode
‘Mix’ is shown on the display. In MIX mode, the machine will count and check all sorted and/or
mixed notes of the same currency: there is no need to sort per denomination. After counting, the
total value and total number of genuine notes are shown on the display. All possible counterfeit
detection sensors for the selected currency are activated!
S RT Mode
‘Sort’ is shown on the display. In SORT mode, the machine will count and check notes of the same
denomination. The first genuine note determines which denomination will be counted and which
will be rejected. After the counting, the total number and value is shown in the display. All possible
counterfeit detection sensors for the selected currency are activated!
UV Mode
‘UV’ is shown on the display. In UV mode, the machine will count and check notes of the same
denomination. The first genuine note determines which denomination will be counted and which
will be rejected. UV counterfeit detection + size detection are activated!
C UNT Mode
‘Count’ mode is used when you want to count different type of banknotes or papers. When
finished, the total number is shown on the display. Counterfeit detection and size detection are
switched FF.
Additional functions and reporting
Batch function
You can use one of the programmed batch stops. Press the BATCH button once to display the batch
value ‘100’ top right on the display. Repeatedly press the BATCH button to access batch stops of 50, 20,
10, 5 and OFF (---). Press ‘+1/+10’ button to adjust the pre-set values individually and set your own count
stop.
The machine stops as soon as the set number of banknotes is reached. When the banknotes are removed
from the stacker, the counting continues. Press the CLEAR button to reset the batch value to zero and the
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ADD function
Press ADD to activate the ADD function (ADD will appear in the display). Now multiple stacks of banknotes
can be counted after each other and these will all be cumulated. Counting will begin and continue until
either all notes are counted. Would the cumulative quantity of banknotes counted reach 100,000 or the
total value of 100,000,000, the number will reset automatically to 0.
Count report
After counting has finished in mix mode, both the total value and the total number of genuine banknotes
that have been counted, are shown on the display. To view a more detailed counting result, press the
REPORT button. To turn page in the count report, press the REPORT button again.
Print report
To print a more detailed counting result (of the banknote quantity and value per denomination) an
optional available printer must be connected. Press and hold the PRINT button for 2 seconds to print.
Settings
To enter the user menu and set up the counter, press the MENU key when the main screen is shown. In this
menu navigation is done by pressing MODE (▲) and REPORT (▼). START confirms and MENU is used to exit
the user menu.
Beep setup (audio signals)
1. Highlight the ‘Beep Setup’ option.
2. Press START key to confirm.
3. Highlight the desired item.
4. Press CUR or PRINT key to change
between on and off.
5. Press MENU key to exit.
Language
1. Highlight the ‘Language’ option.
2. Press START key to confirm.
3. Highlight the desired language*.
4. Press START key to confirm. Or press
MENU key to exit.
*Shown languages are only for indicating
purposes
Date Format
1. Highlight the ‘Date Format’ option.
2. Press CUR or PRINT key to change date format.
3. Press START key to confirm. Or press MENU key to exit

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Set date and time
1. Highlight the ‘Time & Date’ option.
2. Press START key to confirm.
3. Use MODE or REPORT key to select
the item needed to be changed.
4. Use CUR or PRINT key to change
5. Press START key to confirm. Or press
MENU key to exit.
Version information of the machine
1. Highlight the ‘Version’ option.
2. Press START key to confirm.
3. The version information will show on
the screen.
4. Use REPORT key to turn to the next
page.
5. Press MENU key to exit.
Auto start
Auto start means that the BC 242 SD will start counting as soon as
banknotes are put on the hopper. Manual means that the counting
has to be started by pressing the START key after putting notes on the
hopper.
1. Highlight the ‘Auto Start’ option.
2. Press CUR or PRINT key to change it between Auto and Manual.
Set counting speed
Banknotes can be counted in different speeds. By standard ‘Middle’ is
activated and we recommend using this speed for the best
performance.
1. Highlight the ‘Speed’ option.
2. Press CUR or PRINT key to change the counting speed.
Counting speeds: LOW (1000 notes/minute), MIDDLE (1200
notes/minute) and HIGH (1500 notes/minute. Check the table below
which counting speed can be activated at which counting mode:
C UNTING M DE /
C UNTING SPEED
HIGH SPEED
1.500 notes per minute MIDDLE SPEED 1.200 notes per minute L W SPEED 1.000 notes per minute
Count √ √ √
Mix/Sort/UV X √ √
MULT-Mix X X √

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Maintenance and cleaning
To clean the interior and/or remove stuck notes, the top cover can be opened and closed easily.
PEN CL SE
Cleaning
You can prolong the life of your device by cleaning it regularly. WARNING: To avoid risk of electric shock,
always disconnect the main power cable before cleaning the machine.
Pay good attention to clean the following sensors:
1. Open the top cover.
2. Gently wipe or dust the note path with a small, soft brush or a dry, soft, lint-free cloth.
3. If stains remain, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water or a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol
and water that does not contain impurities.
4. Wring out as much excess liquid as you can.
5. Wipe the note path and the sensor surfaces again. Ensure no liquid gets inside the machine.
Attention: avoid spraying cleaner directly on the machine and be sure to dry the note path before
closing it.
Replace the fuse
WARNING: to avoid risk of electric shock, always disconnect the main power cable before removing the
fuse holder.
To change the fuse:
1. Disconnect the machine from the power.
2. Take the fuse holder out.
3. Replace the fuse.
4. Plug the fuse holder back in.
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Adjust the feeding gap
The feeding gap adjustment screw is factory set. However, you may need to adjust the feeding gap if the
following problems occur during counting/sorting:
 Frequent jams, or banknotes pass the feeder with difficulty turn the
adjusting screw anticlockwise to make the feeding gap wider.
 Frequent “double notes” or “chained notes” error message turn
the adjusting screw clockwise to make the feeding gap narrower.
Attention - the adjustment screw is very sensitive, only make minor adjustments!
Software update
The device can be updated via SD card or USB. For the best performance we strongly advise to update
by SD card. Contact your supplier for more information.
Troubleshooting and service
E rror messages
This note counter automatically performs a self-test after powering on. If an
error message appears, usually it is because a sensor is blocked by a
banknote or dust. Please use a brush or a piece of soft cloth to clean the
dust on the sensor or remove the banknote and restart the machine.
If an error message pops up during the process of counting, mostly the
solution is immediately shown on the display.
Service
If you are experiencing problems with your Cashtester banknote counter BC 242 SD that cannot be solved
with this instruction manual, please contact your supplier. Retain your purchase documents for warranty
claims. Do not remove, cover, damage or modify in any other way the type label at the rear and/or
bottom of the unit with serial number, otherwise your warranty is void.
Technical specifications
Counting Speed: 1,500/1,200/1,000 notes/minute
Hopper Capacity: 300 notes
Stacker Capacity: 200 notes
Working temp.: 0 ~ 40
℃
Storage temp.: -25 ~ 55
℃
Power supply: AC100-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: <80W
Humidity: 40~90%
Dimension: 263(L)*268(W)*255mm(H)
Weight: 6.4kg
External interface: DB9 port, USB port, Printer port, SD card slot

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BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BC 242 SD
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich für ein Produkt aus unserem Hause entschieden haben. Wir hoffen Ihnen mit
dieser Maschine die tägliche Arbeit mit Banknoten zu vereinfachen und auch sicherer zu machen in
Bezug auf Falschgeld. Nachstehend erhalten Sie alle wichtigen Informationen zu der Maschine. Sollten
Sie dennoch einmal eine Frage haben, so stehen wir Ihnen selbstverständlich gerne zur Verfügung.
Bitte beachten Sie, dass diese Banknotenzählmaschine regelmäßig gereinigt wird um ein optimales
Zählergebnis und eine lange Lebensdauer zu gewährleisten. Hinweise zur richtigen Wartung und
Reinigung der Maschine finden Sie im Bereich Wartung und Reinigung in diesem Handbuch. Sollten trotz
der richtigen Pflege der Maschine einmal Probleme auftauchen, nehmen Sie dann Kontakt auf mit Ihrem
Lieferant.
Was ist im Karton?
Bitte überprüfen Sie ob folgende Produkten im Karton anwesend sind:
BC 242 SD Bedienungsanleitung Netzkabel Wartungsmittel Sicherung
Aufbau der Maschine
1. Banknotenbegrenzung / Feeder
2. Bedienfeld
3. Anzeige
4. Banknotenstacker
5. Banknotenhopper
6. Stellschraube für Anpressdruck
7. Tragegriff
8. EIN/AUS Schalter
9. Stromanschluss
10. Sicherung
11. Netzwerkanschluss (Optional)
12. Druckeranschluss
13. RS232 Anschluss für externe Anzeige
14. USB Anschluss
15. SD Kartenleser
16. Griff zum Öffnen der Maschine

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Bedienfeld
Taste Funktion (erste Funktion / zweite Funktion)
CLEAR Löschen / Batch Funktion ausschalten.
BATCH Batch Funktion EIN/AUS: mehrmals drucken zeigt die Standardwerte (100 - 50 - 20 - 10 - 5
- “---” - 100 ...). Der Notenzähler stoppt wenn die gespeicherte Zahl erreicht ist.
+1/+10 Erhöhen Sie die Zahl mit +1 (einmal drucken) oder 10 (drucken und halten).
CUR Wechseln zwischen den verschiedenen Währungen / +1 im Menü.
PRINT Drucken der Detailübersicht des Zählergebnisses auf optionalen Drucker / -1 im Menü.
MODE Wechseln zwischen den verschiedenen Zählvarianten / Menü Navigation (▲).
REPORT Anzeige der Detailübersicht des Zählergebnisses / Menü Navigation (▼).
ADD Additionsfunktion mehrerer Zählvorgänge ein- und ausschalten
MENU Menü / zurück zur vorherige Anzeige.
START Starten und Stoppen des Zählvorganges / Bestätigen und speichern.
Inbetriebnahme
Stellen Sie den BC 242 SD auf einer geraden Fläche ab und
verbinden Sie das Netzkabel.
Sobald der BC 242 SD eingeschaltet wird, zeigt es die installierte
Softwareversion an (Cxx-x) und wird einen Selbsttest
durchgeführt. Wenn dieser Test erfolgreich beendet ist, erscheint
die Anzeige wie rechts abgebildet.
Sollte eine Fehlermeldung angezeigt werden, dann finden Sie im
Kapitel Fehlermanagement darüber mehr Infos.
Stoßen Sie die Banknoten auf einer geraden Fläche auf, so dass die Noten
an einer Längsseite bündig sind und legen Sie die Noten zentriert in den
Feeder ein. Schieben Sie die beiden Banknotenführungen an den Stapel
heran, so dass die Noten optimal eingezogen werden können. Werden
die Noten nicht zentriert oder bündig eingelegt, kann es zu Fehlzählungen
oder Nichterkennung und Aussortierung von Noten kommen.
ACHTUNG - Wenn der BC 242 SD eine verdächtige Banknote erkennt, wird die Zählung gestoppt.
Die letzte Note im Stackerbereich ist verdächtig und muss erneut überprüft werden. Es ist nicht in
der Summe (Menge / Wert) enthalten!
ACHTUNG - achten Sie darauf, dass keine Fremdgegenstände (z.B. Münzen, Büroklammern) in die
Maschine fallen: diese können die Motoren und die empfindlichen Sensoren der Maschine
blockieren und beschädigen bzw. sogar zerstören. Auch sollten Sie beachten dass beim
Zählvorgang keine Krawatten, Haare oder Kleidungsstücke in den Banknoteneinzug geraten um
Verletzungen und Schäden an der Maschine zu vermeiden. Zählen Sie keine geklebten,
gewaschenen, stark verschmutzten oder beschädigten Banknoten weil diese in der Maschine
verhaken und zerreißen können.