Coinco Vantage Series Original operating instructions

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Vantage™ Series Bill Acceptor
Installation & Operation Guide
Model
#Voltage Hertz Amps Interface
VAx1
110VAC
60Hz
0.7A rms
(max)
2.5A rms
(max)
Amusement Pulse,
Vend Serial
VLx1Pulse, Parallel,
Vend Serial, MDB
VLx224VAC Pulse, Parallel,
Vend Serial,MDB
VXx334VDC NA 1.8A
(max) MDB
Input Power and Interfaces
Introduction
The Vantage™ Series bill acceptors represent
another milestone in Coin Acceptors, Inc. history of
innovation. These advancements continue to provide
Coinco customers with improved reliability, simplified
route operations, and increased profitability.
Product Overview and Features
The Vantage acceptor incorporates a wide range of
benefits, including:
• Quick-Release Bezel speeds installation and
removal.
• Optional FlexStack™ bill box expands from
200 bills to hold up to 500 bills. Fixed note
bill boxes are available with between 300 and
1100 note capacities.
• Illuminated bezel and status indicators simplify
setup and troubleshooting.
• Patented note path lockout provides high
security Level Three stringing and fishing
protection.
• Smart Bezel™ feature (optional) actively
communicates ability to accept $5 bills.
For Your Records
A label indicating the model number and serial
number can be found on the side of the Vantage bill
acceptor. Refer to the model number and serial
number whenever you call your Coinco Service
Center for information or service.
The first four digits of the bill acceptor serial number
indicate when the unit was built, which is also the
beginning of the warranty period:
• First two digits: indicate week of manufacture.
• Third and fourth digits: indicate the year.
For example, Serial number 1508000123 indicates
the unit was manufactured in the 15th week of 2008. Figure 1
Bill Acceptance
xxxxx
Vx7xx5xCA
xxx
72mm
Vx7xx3xCA
xxxxxx
Vx6xx6xUS
xxxx
Vx6xx4xUS
xx
66mm
Vx6xx2xUS
$100$50$20$10$5$1
Bill
Width
Model
xxxxx
Vx7xx5xCA
xxx
72mm
Vx7xx3xCA
xxxxxx
Vx6xx6xUS
xxxx
Vx6xx4xUS
xx
66mm
Vx6xx2xUS
$100$50$20$10$5$1
Bill
Width
Model
Quick
Release
Bezel Tab Data Port
Service Mode
Button
Diagnostic
LED
Harness
Connection
(MDB)
Bill Inlet LEDs
Inlet Bezel
Harness
Connection
(Non-MDB)
Billbox
Billbox
Access
Lid Billbox
Release
Option
Switches
(Far Side)
Vantage™Components

2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Note: There are no switches on MDB only models.
Switch 1 Switch 2
Switch 3 4 Pulse/$ 1 Pulse/$
Switch 4
Switch 5 Serial Pulse
Switches 6 - 8 Reserved
ON OFF
Always
Enabled
Host
Enabled
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Option / Dip Switch Settings
Note: There are no switches on MDB only models.
Switch 1 Switch 2
Pulse Timing
50 / 50mS
150 / 150mS
Custom
(default is 200/200mS)
Parallel
(Credit Line) VL Models Only
Switch 3 4 Pulse/$ 1 Pulse/$
Switch 4
Switch 5 Serial Pulse
Switches 6 - 8 Reserved
ON OFF
Always
Enabled
Host
Enabled
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Unpacking the Bill Acceptor
After removing the bill acceptor from the shipping
carton, inspect it for possible damage. If the unit is
damaged, notify the shipping company immediately.
The consignee (person or company receiving the unit)
can file a claim against the carrier for shipping
damage. We recommend you keep the original
carton and packaging materials to reuse if you need
to transport or ship the bill acceptor in the future.
If the bill acceptor is being stored or used as a spare,
always keep it in its shipping carton when not in use.
This will keep it clean and offer the best protection for
the unit
Option Switch Settings
See Figure 2. This step is not necessary for MDB
applications.
Installing the Bill Acceptor
1. Remove power from the host machine.
DO NOT connect the bill acceptor harness to
the machine with power connected.
2. Install the bill acceptor into the host machine
using the mounting studs and hardware in the
machine. To simplify installation, see Figure 3.
3. Install / connect the proper interface harness
to the host machine.
4. Restore power to the machine.
5. The illuminated bill inlet will begin to flash and
the stacker motor will cycle upon power-up. If
this does not occur, check the wiring harness
connections and make sure power is applied.
6. Check the Vantage diagnostic LED on the back
of the unit Figure 1 to verify it is green and ON
continuously. If it is not, you can troubleshoot
based on the status shown on the billbox decal or
Figure 8.
7. With the vend price set below one dollar, insert
a one dollar bill.
8. Verify credit has been established.
9. Check the bill box to see that the one dollar bill
was properly stacked.
Figure 3
1.
2.
3.
Quick Release
Bezel Operation
Push Firmly to
Release Bezel
1.
Push firmly on Quick Release Tabs using
a screwdriver tip. Tabs will move towards
bezel and latch.
2.
3.
Figure 2
NOTE: Power MUST be reset for
revised switch settings to take effect.
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Once both tabs are latched, the bill
acceptor will separate from the bezel.
To reattach, push bill acceptor body firmly
onto bezel until locks.

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Configuring Bill Acceptance &Options
To change the configuration settings:
1. Remove the bill box.
2. Press and release the Service Mode Button. Wait
for the green diagnostic LED to begin flashing two
times.
3. Remove the lower housing – press the release but-
ton on the bottom side of the Vantage and slide the
lower housing out of the bill acceptor Figure 6.
4. The 5 LED’s on lower housing will tell you which
setting is either on or off. Use Figure 5 as a guide to
enable or disable bill acceptance and options. If the
LED light is “on”, the option is turned on. If the LED is
off, the option is turned off.
5.To advance from one page to another, with the
lower housing removed, look at the flashing LED #5.
Press and hold the Service Mode Button on the lower
housing for 7 seconds. 1 blink means you are on
page 1. 2 blinks means you are on page 2 and so on.
Release the Service Mode Button when blinking LED
#5 indicates the page you wish to configure.
6. To save the settings, re-install the lower housing
in the Vantage. Be careful not to press the Service
Mode Button when installing the lower housing as this
will change your settings.
•Coupon Acceptance: Enables or disables ac-
ceptance of all user-loaded coupons. If this is set to
“OFF”, no coupons will be accepted.
•High Security vs. Standard Security Bill Accep-
tance: The Standard Security setting accepts 95+%
of genuine street-grade legal bills. High security mode
is recommended for locations with a higher risk of
frauds
•Bezel Lighting Mode: Use the bill inlet LEDs #3
and #4 on page 2 to select Smart Bezel, Impulse, or
Steady bezel lighting. See fig. 5 and chart below.
•1-Way/2-Way/4-Way: Defines the number of bill
orientation directions that the bill acceptor will accept.
1-Way and 2-Way are face up.
•Level 3 Security: Recommended for higher risk
environments. Provides additional level of security
against stringing and fishing attempts by blocking
access to the bill path.
Figure 4
Figure 5
$1 $5 $10 $20
Bill Inlet LEDs
Bill Inlet LEDs
Bill Inlet LEDs
Bill Inlet LEDs
$1 $5 $10 $20
Bill Acceptance
Configuration Settings
Bill Inlet LEDs
Inlet LED Off:
Option Off (Disabled)
Bill Inlet LEDs
Bill Inlet LEDs
Bill Inlet LEDs
SERV
GRN
Action Mode
Diagnostic
Light
#
1.
Service
OFF
2.
OFF
3.
Config
4.
Sales or
Ready
GRN
x 2
Options Navigation
Scrolls to next set of options
within current Page. Each option
should be configured properly
before moving to the next Page.
Scrolls to next Page of options.
Press &
Hold for
next Page
Press
Once &
Release
5.
SERV
SERV
Service Mode Button
SERV
SERV
GRN
Action Mode
Diagnostic
Light
#
1.
Service
OFF
2.
OFF
3.
Config
4.
Sales or
Ready
GRN
x 2
Options Navigation
Scrolls to next set of options
within current Page. Each option
should be configured properly
before moving to the next Page.
Scrolls to next Page of options.
Press &
Hold for
next Page
Press
Once &
Release
5.
SERV
SERV
Service Mode Button
SERV
LED LED Mode LED Operation
#3 #4
Off Off Smart-4 Upper 4 individual LEDs communicate
$1, $5, $10, $20 acceptance when
enabled by host machine.
On Off Impulse Upper 4 individual LEDs blink in a
runway pattern.
Off On Smart-2 Upper two LED sets (left and right)
communicate $1 or $1&$5 acceptance
when enabled by host machine.
On On Steady Upped 2 LED sets (left and right)
communicate $1 or $1&$5 acceptance.
Lower outside LEDs remain steady on.
To Configure Options
CoConnffiigg
Diagnostic LED
Re-install Lower Housing.
Inlet LEDs flash 5 times
confirming options are saved
Press and release
button, diagnostic
LED flashes
Set Options As Desired
(see Options Navigation and
Configuration Settings figures)
Test unit to ensure proper setup.
Remove Lower Housing
Coupons/Security/Bezel Lights
Bill Acceptance/ Orientation
Level 3 Security
Level 3
Security Reserved Page 4
(Flash x4)
Page 3
(Flash x3)
1-Way 2-Way
4-Way (both on)
Page 1
(Flash x1)
Page 2
(Flash x2)
$50 $100
Coupons High
Security
#3 #4
Inlet LED On:
Option On (Disabled)
ON OFF

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Vantage™ Cleaning and Maintenance
Note: Electrical power must be disconnected from the bill
acceptor before performing any cleaning operations.
Recommended Cleaning Material
A mild solution of detergent can be used for cleaning the
belts, bill path and sensor lenses, as well as for general
cleaning of the bill acceptor. Beverages or other water-
soluble liquids which have been spilled on or into the bill
acceptor can usually be removed with warm soapy water.
External surfaces can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Note: Petroleum-based cleaners and freon-based propel-
lants can damage plastic and some electronic components.
Scouring pads and stiff brushes may harm circuit boards
and can mar the plastic. These items should never be
used to clean the bill acceptor.
Cleaning the Vantage
The Vantage should be cleaned every 20,000 bills or every
two years (or as needed, depending on the environmental
conditions of the location). Dust can be removed with a
soft brush or cloth or it can be blown out using compressed
air.
Figure 8
•Is Lit When:Both bills
accepted; change can be made for either.
•
•Is Lit When:Change can only
be made for $1 bills.
Note: For correct operation, make sure $1 and $5
bills are enabled (see Configuration Settings).
™
Denotes acceptance of both $1 and $5 bills
•Is Lit When:Both bills
accepted; change can be made for either.
•
•Is Lit When:Change can only
be made for $1 bills.
Note: For correct operation, make sure $1 and $5
bills are enabled (see Configuration Settings).
™
Denotes acceptance of both $1 and $5 bills
Figure 7
GRN
GRN
Flash Code Validator Status
(solid)
Sales Mode / OK
Service Mode
YEL
x 1 Clean Unit
Service Unit
RED
RED
Cashbox Full
Clear Bill Path
Out of Service
x 2
x 1
x 2
x 3
GRN
GRN
Coupon Teach *
GRN
GRN
x 2
YEL
RED
RED
RED
RED
OperationalWarningOut of Service
x 1
*: See Service Manual for more info on Coupon Teach.
Diagnostic
Flash Codes
GRN
GRN
Flash Code Validator Status
(solid)
Sales Mode / OK
Service Mode
YEL
x 1 Clean Unit
Service Unit
RED
RED
Cashbox Full
Clear Bill Path
Out of Service
x 2
x 1
x 2
x 3
GRN
GRN
Coupon Teach *
GRN
GRN
x 2
YEL
RED
RED
RED
RED
OperationalWarningOut of Service
x 1
*: See Service Manual for more info on Coupon Teach.
Smart Bezel™ Options
See Figure 7. Feature not available on all models.
Figure 6
Diagnostic LED
Smart Bezel
Lower Housing Removal
1. Depress
Button
Firmly to
Release
2. Push
Depressed Button
to Back to Remove
Lower Housing
Communicates to Customer in Real
Time Which Bills Are Being Accepted