Comestero rm5 User manual

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INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION Page 3
2. WARRANTY Page 4
3. COIN VALIDATOR CONNECTION Page 4
- 3.1 PIN OUT OF 16 Pin STANDARD CONNECTOR Page 5
- 3.2 PIN OUT OF 10 Pin STANDARD CONNECTOR Page 5
- 3.3 PIN OUT OF SERIAL CONNECTOR Page 6
- 3.4 WAKE-UP CONNECTOR Page 6
- 3.5 SEPARATOR CONNECTION Page 7
4. DIP SWITCHES Page 8
5. LABEL Page 10
6. MODELS Page 12
7. PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS Page 12
- 7.1 SELF-PROG FUNCTION Page 13
- 7.2 PORTABLE PROGRAMMER Page 13
- 7.3 PC KIT Page 14
8. CONFIGURATION Page 14
- 8.1 VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X 00 ) Page 15
- 8.2 CC TALK VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X CC) Page 16
- 8.3 SPAGNA VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X E0 ) Page 18
- 8.4 TIMED PULSE VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X AT ) Page 19
- 8.5 BINARY VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X B0 ) Page 20
- 8.6 CONFIDA BINARY VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X BC) Page 21
- 8.7 MULTIPULSE VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X 0M) Pag. 22
- 8.8 DUAL-PRICE TOTALIZER CONFIGURATION
( RM5 X 10 ) ( RM5 X 14 ) ( RM5 X FD ) Page 22
- 8.9 CONFIGURATION OF CREDIT PULSE EMISSION TOTALIZER
( RM5 X 21) Page 23
- 8.10 PROGRESSIVE TIMER CONFIGURATION ( RM5 X 30 3R 3C) Page 25
- 8.11 CONFIGURATION OF ON REQUEST CREDIT EMISSION TOTALIZER
( RM5 X 40 ) Page 26
- 8.12 CONFIGURATION OF ON REQUEST TIMED CREDIT EMISSION TOTALIZER
( RM5 X 60 ) Page 27 – -
- 8.13 CONFIGURATION OF PHOTOCOPIER MULTIPLE SALE SINGLE PRICE
TOTALIZER ( RM5 X 70 ) Page 28
9. COIN VALIDATOR SIZE Page 29
10. FRONT PANEL SIZE Page 29
- 10.1 FRONT PANEL F6 Page 29
- 10.2 FRONT PANEL F1 Page 30
- 10.3 FRONT PANEL F3 Page 30
11.REPAIR GUIDE Page 31
12. SPARE PARTS Page 33
13. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Page 34

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1. . GENERAL INFORMATION
The RM5 validator is the result of the investment made by Comestero to provide the market with a
reliable and extremely versatile product. The project started two years before the introduction of
the new European currency, the EURO.Many were the investments as well as the visits to the
different European mints in order to introduce a decidedly advanced product on the market.
Despite our engagement we found out remarkable differences between the different coins
produced in the various mints and even among the coins of the same mint. These differences are
mainly caused by the alloy, i.e. the metal used. To face this problem, i.e. making the equipment
accept the highest number of Euro coins possible, although structurally different, the RM5 coin
validator has been equipped with 60 channels, thus increasing the possibility of adjusting up t 59
different coins.
The brand new electronics of the RM5 validator combines the extraordinary selectivity due to
seven measuring sensors to the extreme versatility thanks to the CLONING system which allows to
duplicate the equipment directly on site within a few seconds.
The series of RM5 electronic coin validators has been designed to fully meet the different
requirements of the sectors using this product. In particular:
- automatic distribution
- gaming and amusement
- gas stations
- parking areas
- photocopiers
- etc.
The RM5 Evolution series includes 10 versions with different performances to better meet the
different requirements.
They all have the following basic features:
EVOLUTION /E0 /AT CC TALK VERSION
Acceptance: 59 coins and/or different tokens 16 coins
maximum acceptance speed: 3 coins/second 3 coins/second
power supply + 12Vdc±10% + 12 Vdc / + 24 Vdc±10%
output signals NPN OPEN COLLECTOR BC817
OUTPUT LEVEL "O"
LOGIC < 1.0 V
Cc Talk serial protocol
Cloning and reprogramming via portable programmer or
Personal Computer NO
Total disabling High potential on pin 6 high potential on pin 6 or via
software
Partial disabling via DIP-SWITCH -only first 6
channels) Via software
Size 3.5 inches – See “Size of Coin validator”
Each version has its specific features that can be enabled or disabled by the customer either via
RM5 PROGRAMMER (portable programmer) or PC program.

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2. . W WA AR RR RA AN NT TY Y
Our products are guaranteed for a 12-month period. The serial number on the label marks the
beginning of the warranty period.
The warranty will not apply in the following cases:
- Tampering of the label containing the serial number of the equipment.
- Breakage or malfunctioning caused by transportation.
- Breakage or malfunctioning due to vandalism, natural disasters or fraudulent acts.
- Incorrect or bad installation of the product.
- Inadequate or anomalous electric systems.
- Carelessness, negligence or incompetence in the use of the product.
- Non-compliance with the operating instructions.
- Interventions for alleged defects or convenient checks.
Repair interventions are carried out in our Gessate premises, where the parts arrive free-of-charge.
COMESTERO group will carry out no intervention whatsoever at the customer’s premises without
prior agreement .
Reference is anyway made to the general warranty conditions and terms that are available on
request.
Any returned unit for repair shall include a detailed description of the defect.
The parts will be returned carriage forward or carriage charged.
At the expiry of the guarantee the assistance center will remain at your disposal. Furthermore the
Call Center Manager is at your complete disposal for any question you may have.
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3. . C CO OI IN N V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NN NE EC CT TI IO ON N
In order to assure the highest level of compatibility with the currently available systems, the RM5
coin validator in th 12-24Vdc power supply version shown on the label is equipped with a standard
10 Pin connector, usually powered with 12Vdc and one standard 16 Pin conector, usually powered
with 24Vdc and also has the opportunity to exploit the same connectors with 12Vdc and 24Vdc
power supply. Moreover the programming connector also acts as serial output which responds by
sending the value of the introduced coin to the computer. Fig.1
There are two different Hardware versions: RM5 Evolution (standard) / EO / AT and RM5 CC
TALK, please refer to the images below.
CONNECTOR MEANING FOR VERSIONS:
EVOLUTION / E0 / AT
JP5 : Wake-Up connector
c CN5 : Standard 10 Pin connector
CN6 : Programming connector or serial output
CN7 : Standard 16 Pin connector

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MEANING OF CONNECTORS
FOR CC TALK COIN VALIDATOR
JP5 : Empty
CN5 : Standard 10 Pin connector
CN6 :Programming connector
or serial output
CN7 : 10 Pin CC Talk Connector
CN8 : 4 Pin CC Talk Connector
In case of inductive load, it is necessary to externally protect outputs by means of clamp
diodes (1N4001 or equivalent). Please refer to the diagram.
Fig. 2
Inductive load (L)
TYPE : ext. relay
Electromechanical counters or others
Coin validator output pin
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3. .1 1 P PI IN N- -O OU UT T O OF F 1 16 6 P Pi in n S ST TA AN ND DA AR RD D C CO ON NN NE EC CT TO OR R E EV VO OL LU UT TI IO ON N V VE ER RS SI IO ON N O ON NL LY Y ( (C CN N4 4) )
The 16 Pin standard connector is used in all those applications where it is necessary to interface
with a machine using or needing a 16 Pin parallel payment system. Available only for EVOLUTION
coin validators.
Fig. 3
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 N.U. 9 CH 4
2 N.U. 10 CH 5
3 N.U. 11 CH 6
4 N.U. 12 CH 2
5 N.U. 13 CH 1
6 Inhibit 14 N.U.
7 CH 3 15 N.U.
8 Gnd 16 + 12 / 24 Vdc
16 Pin standard connector
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3. .2 2 P PI IN N- -O OU UT T O OF F 1 10 0 P Pi in n S ST TA AN ND DA AR RD D C CO ON NN NE EC CT TO OR R ( (C CN N5 5) )
As the pin meaning varies according to the configuration of the coin validator, please refer to the
relevant paragraph.
Fig. 4
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Inhibit
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 CH 5 8 CH 2
4 CH 6 9 CH 3
5 N.U. 10 CH 4
10 Pin standard connector

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3.3 PIN-OUT OF SERIAL CONNECTOR,FOR ALL VERSIONS (CN6)
Starting from series number 90000, every RM5 electronic coin validator ,with any configuration, is
equipped with a serial output: therefore if it is necessary to connect it or operate it via PC, it is
sufficient to connect the appropriate interface cable and build the desired software. The
transmission protocol is provided on request.
The validator responds to PC by sending the value of the coin introduced.
Fig. 5
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 4 RX
2 +5 Vdc 5 N.U.
3 TX 6 N.U.
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3. .4 4 W WA AK KE E- -U UP P C CO ON NN NE EC CT TO OR R, , F FO OR R W WA AK KE E- -U UP P V VE ER RS SI IO ON N O ON NL LY Y ( (J JP P5 5) )
In those applications where an extra low comsumption coin validator is required, on request, it is
possible to use a special version with wake-up device.
This special coin validator is usually in a “Stop” status with reduced consumptions, lower
than 90 micro Ampere. Further to the introduction of the first coin, the equipment restores
its normal functions for a given time, then it returns to “Stop” status.
The coin validator is supplied with a jumper which MUST be used only during the programming
phase.
This jumper prevents the equipment from going into low consuption status and therefore it
can be adjusted or programming can be modified. Insert jumper between the two pins of
WAKE-UP connector as shown in the figure.
Remember not to leave it on, otherwise the equipment will never go to low consumption status and
as a consequence the battery will quickly run down.
Programming jumper
Programming
condition
(Jumper on)
Work
condition
(Jumper off)

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THE CC TALK VERSION IS PROVIDED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONNECTORS:
- CC TALK 4 Pin CONNECTOR(CN8) Model B 4B-XH-A (JST)
Pin No. Meaning
1 + V
2 N.U.
3 0 V
4 Date
- CCTALK VERSION SEPARATOR CONNECTOR (CN5)
The RM5 coin validator can pilot a coin separator through pins 3 and 4 of the 10 pin standard
connector. The control consists of a low signal (Open Collector which closes to mass) for a given
time of 500 msec that cannot be modified.
For the coin validator to control the separator it is necessary , through CLONE5 PC program, to
enable the separator function and to set the desired falling position.
(Please refer to Clone 5 manual ).
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Inhibit
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 CH 5 8 CH 2
4 CH 6 9 CH 3
5 N.U. 10 CH 4
- CC TALK 10 Pin CONNECTOR (CN7)
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Data 6 N.U.
2 N.U. 7 + V
3 N.U. 8 0 V
4 N.U. 9 N.U.
5 N.U. 10 N.U.

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4. . D DI IP P- -S SW WI IT TC CH HE ES S
The dip-switches can carry out three different functions: STANDARD FUNCTION, 3,3 FUNCTION,
4,2 FUNCTION.
- STANDARD FUNCTION
THIS IS THE DEFAULT FUNCTION.
Using the dip-switch group it is possible to program the equipment in Self-prog mode (EXCEPT
RM5 X CC, RM5 X E0, RM5 X AT). Please refer to paragraph “ PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS”
or use the same to manually inhibit five of the first six channels they are associated to.
When the dip-switch in on “ON” the channel is inhibited, when it is on “OFF” (NUMBER SIDE) it
is enabled. If for example you do not want the equipment to accept a coin, it is sufficient to look
at the adjustment channel on the label and to put the relevant dip-switch on “ON”. When you
want to re-enable it, just put the dip-switch on “OFF” again.
Channels 3 and 4 inhibited.
Channels 1,2,5,6, enabled
- 3,3 FUNCTION
It is possible to request this function in the purchase order or to set it through ”Clone5” (please
refer to paragraph “PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS”).
Using the dip-switch group, it is possible to program the equipment in Self-Prog mode (please
refer to paragraph “PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS).
In the “Totalizer” versions it is possible to set the credit price using the first 3 dip-switches while
the other three are used to set a bonus threshold (Version 20, 40, 60) or the service time
(Version 30).
PRICE AND BONUS SETTING VIA DIP-SWITCHES
When the dip-switches are disabled (all on “OFF”) the internal programming of the equipment will
apply.
When the dip-switches are set the credit cost is equivalent to the binary value of the first three
multiplied by the basic value of the equipment, while the last three dip-switches show the number
of credits after which 1 bonus is given.
Credit setting
Bonus setting
The difference with respect to the setting with RM5 PROGRAMMER or with CLONE 5 (please refer
to paragraph “PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS) is that it is possible to set only one bonus which
must however be a multiple of the basic cost of the credit.
Example: with X21 validator adjusted on 0,50 ; 1,00 ; 2,00 €.

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As shown in the figure the credit is 5 times (expressed in Binary on the first 3 dip-switches) the
basic value of the equipment, 5x 0,50 = 1,50
The bonus is given further to an introduction which is twice the credit value. i.e 2x1,50=3,00€.
Therefore when a set of coins is introduced and the credit value is reached, i.e. 1,50€ the coin
validator will send a pulse to the machine; if more coins are introduced and the bonus value is
reached, i.e. 3,00€ the equipment will send the second pulse plus the bonus pulse. 3,00€=2 pulses
x 1,50€ + 1 bonus pulse.
5 binary therefore the credit is 5 times the base value
2 binary, therefore the bonus is given when the second
credit is reached
- 4,2 FUNCTION
Similar to the previous function, it is possible to request this function in the purchase order or to set
it through ”Clone5” (please refer to paragraph “PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS)
Using the dip-switch group, it is possible to program the equipment in Self-Prog mode, (please
refer to paragraph “PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS)
In the “Totalizer” versions, it is possible to set the credit price using the first 4dip-switches, while
with the remaining 2it is possible to set a bonus threshold (Version 20, 40, 60) or the service
time (Version 30).
BINARY CONVERSION TABLE
(FUNCTION DISABLED FOR : RM5 X CC, RM5 X E0, RM5 X AT)
Example of price setting with DIP-SWITCH on a Euro-adjusted coin validator with base coin
0,05 €
0 = Dip on OFF 1 = Dip on ON
CREDIT SETTING
1 2 3 4 5 6
0 0 0 0 0 0 = DIP OFF-internal programming will apply
1 0 0 0 0 0 = 1 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,05 €
0 1 0 0 0 0 = 2 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,10 €
1 1 0 0 0 0 = 3 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,15 €
0 0 1 0 0 0 = 4 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,20 €
1 0 1 0 0 0 = 5 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,25 €
0 1 1 0 0 0 = 6 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,30 €
1 1 1 0 0 0 = 7 x 0,05 = Sale price 0,35 €
BONUS SETTING
1 2 3 4 5 6
x x x 1 0 0 = 1 = bonus = credit (2 pulses x credit)
x x x 0 1 0 = 2 = Bonus twice the credit
x x x 1 1 0 = 3 = Bonus 3 times the credit
x x x 0 0 1 = 4 = Bonus 4 times the credit
x x x 1 0 1 = 5 = Bonus 5 times the credit
x x x 0 1 1 = 6 = Bonus 6 times the credit
x x x 1 1 1 = 7 = Bonus 7 times the credit

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5. . L LA AB BE EL L
In order to facilitate the validation of the equipment, i.e. of the configuration (operating mode) and
of the adjustment ( type of coins accepted), below is the graphic representation of the labels on the
front or the back of the coin validator subdivided into models:
RM5 EVOLUTION
The label identifies:
- The serial number of the equipment
- The type (V,G,F)
- The configuration
- The adjustment
- The value of the coins and the channels adjusted
- The exit of the coin
- The power supply
Take as example the label here below:
As you can see the label consists of 10 squares per line (VALUE) preceded by ten rectangles
(OUT).
Inside the squares the “value of the coin adjusted” is entered; to identify the channel it is sufficient
to read the “Value identifying the first channel of the line” and count the number of squares. For
example, the second value on the third line identifies the 22
nd
channel.
The rectangle “OUT” represents the output channel.
Fig. 6
value identifying the first channel of the line – Value of the coin adjusted on channel 2 – No. identifying the
coin output- Type and configuration of the equipment – Power supply – Bar code identifying the serial
number of the equipment

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RM M5 5 C CC C T TA AL LK K
The label identifies:
- The serial number of the equipment
- The type (V,G,F)
- The configuration
- The value of the coins and the channels adjusted
- The power supply
- The “NON MODIFIABLE” indication under law 326
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RM M5 5 A AT T
The label identifies:
- The serial number of the equipment
- The type (V,G,F)
- The configuration
- The value of the coins and the channels adjusted
- The separator output
- The power supply
- The indication of the first pulse
- The “NON MODIFIABLE” indication under law 326
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RM M5 5 E E0 0
The label identifies:
- The serial number of the equipment
- The type (V,G,F)
- The configuration
- The value of the coins and the channels adjusted
- The coin output
- The separator output
- The power supply
- The “NON MODIFIABLE” indication under law 326

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6. . M MO OD DE EL LS S
In order to meet the requirements of various markets, Vending, Games, Car wash, etc. the
mechanical features of the coin validator come in three different models:
MODEL V (Vending)
MODEL F (Reduced front panel)
MODEL G (Gaming)
Fig. 7
Version F: coin validator with front coin insertion – Coin rejected – Coin accepted
Version V: coin validator with vertical coin insertion
Version G: coin accepted – coin rejected
Models “V” and “F”, are identical, as regards coin introduction and rejection. They differ as regards
their applications.
Model “V” can be used both for front application featuring the F6 front panel (Code RM F6), see
paragraph 10.1 “Front panel size”, and for application of traditional 5” Vending coin validators
(Code RM ADAPTER / 5).
Model “F” can be used only for front application both with F6 front panel and with F1 reduced panel
(Code RM F1). See paragraph 10.2 “Front panel size”.
Model “G” can be applied on appropriate vertical supports, such as standard video doors or
RM37/IL front panels or doors with luminous push button, with coin separator, if any.
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7. . P PR RO OG GR RA AM MM MI IN NG G S SY YS ST TE EM MS S
Thanks to the state-of-the art electronics used, the coin validator can be programmed in three
different modes:
- SELF-PROG FUNCTION (FUNCTION DISABLED FOR : RM5 X CC, RM5 X AT, RM5 X
E0);
- PORTABLE PROGRAMMER (2 MODELS AVAILABLE, ONE FOR EVOLUTION
VERSION AND ONE FOR CC TALK)
- PC KIT (2 PROGRAMS AVAILABLE, ONE FOR EVOLUTION, E0, AT VERSION,ONE
FOR CC TALK VERSION)

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7.1 SELF-PROG FUNCTION
(FUNCTION DISABLED FOR : RM5 X CC, RM5 X AT, RM5 X E0)
The SELF-PROG function is extremely useful in case of programmation of a coin or a token
directly on the machine where they are installed as the first six channels of the RM5 validator can
be reprogrammed wihout requiring any external equipment. To be noted that , in addition to the
programmation of the coin/token on the specific channel, other parameters of the validator may be
modified, such as for example the value attribution; in this case it is absolutely necessary to use
either the Portable Programmer or the PC Kit.
Programming a token or a coin on channel No. 6
•With machine off, put the 6 DIP-SWITCHES to “ON”
•Energize and insert 15 coins/tokens
•Wait for the double “clack” of programming end
•Put DIP switches to OFF
• Switch off the validator and switch it on again
Programming tokens and/or coins on channels 1 to 5
• With machine off, put the 6 DIP-SWITCHES to “ON”
•Energize and insert 1 or 2 coins
•Leave on ON only the SWITCH corresponding to the channel to be programmed
•Insert coins until the double “clack” of programming end
•Put DIP switches to OFF
•Switch off the validator and switch it on again
NOTE: At the end of the procedure the first two coins introduced may be rejected. With
the operation the new adjustment (coin/token) will keep the previously programmed value.
In X 21 configuration the credit will be equal to the previously set game price.
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7. .2 2 P PO OR RT TA AB BL LE E P PR RO OG GR RA AM MM ME ER R
The major innovation determining the strong point of the equipment, in particular in this period of
major changes, is given by the Portable Programmer: the RM5 PROGRAMMER,which modifies all
functions of the equipment on site and also includes the “CLONING” function.
This fuction allows to take the data from one coin validator or from a PC and to transfer them to
another coin validator which will therefore be identical to the first one: adjustment, configuration
and options incuded.
For the versions RM5 X CC, RM5 X AT, RM5 X E0 it is ONLY POSSIBLE TO READ THE DATA
CONTAINED IN THE EQUIPMENT.
There is also a cheaper “EASY”version, not including some of the functions, such as the
configuration change and duplication.
For these functions and for the performances provided by the two models, please refer to the
manual of the portable programmer.

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7.3 PC KIT
The computer kit is certainly the most complete system to adjust and check every single option of
the equipment.
It consists of a CD-ROM containing the software, an interface cable containing an SMD board for
RS232 connection, a feeder, a validator support, and a test box useful for the power supply and to
check the correct operation of the validator.
To this purpose please refer to “CLONE 5” PC kit manual.
For versions RM5 X CC a dedicated program is available.
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8. . C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N
Every validator is identified by a code consisting of six characters which determines the
configuration, i.e. the operation mode. Reference is now made to the code below which appears on
the validator label.
RM5 X nn
RM5 X nn
It identifies the type of It identifies the type of It identifies the type
Coin validator mechanical set-up of configuration
V, F,G
The currently available versions are:
RM5 X 00: Electronic validator
RM5 X CC: Validator with CC Talk protocol
RM5 X E0: SPAGNA mode validator
RM5 X AT: SPAGNA mode validator with differentiated time pulses
RM5 X B0: Binary validator
RM5 X BC: Confida binary validator
RM5 X 0M: Multipulse validator
RM5 X 10: Dual price totalizer
RM5 X 14: Single price totalizer with internal time reset
RM5 X FD: Totalizer for fountains
RM5 X 20 – RM5 X 21: Credit pulse emission totalizer (RM5 X 20); with possibility of controlling a
separator of cashed coins (RM5 X 21).
RM5 X 30: Progressive timer
RM5 X 3R: Progressive timer with on request timed credit emission
RM5 X 3C: Progressive timer with counter output
RM5 X 40: Totalizer with on request credit pulses
RM5 X 60: Totalizer with on request timed credit emission
RM5 X 70: Single price multiple sale totalizer for photocopiers
NOTE: Versions X 01 and X 21 are identical to X 00 and X 20. except that they have the
external separator control function enabled. See relevant paragraph.

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8. .1 1 V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N ( (R RM M5 5 X X 0 00 0) )
In standard validator configuration, RM5 can manage up to six different coin values, i.e. up to six
different outputs. Standard validator means a validator which further to the introduction of a coin
gives as validation signal a pulse to the corresponding output. The standard pulse length is 100
msec ( +0 -2% ); nevertheless it can be varied between 10mSec. and 2 sec. NOTE: When a value
ranging between 10 and 630 msec is set, the ratio 1 to 4 is guaranteed, i.e.the pulse will be active
(low) for the fixed timed, while the pause time between one pulse and the other will be four times
as much. When a value higher than 630 msec is set, the pause time will not follow this rule.
To inhibit one or more coins adjusted on the first 6 channels it is sufficient to put the DIP-SWITCH
relevant to the channel to be inhibited to “ON”. To inhibit the coins programmed in the channels
after 6 the PC kit or RM5 PROGRAMMER shall be used.
The coin validator has a general inhibiting pin, PIN 6, (see connector), which when set on HIGH
(+5Vdc, +12Vdc.) completely inhibits the coin validator, therefore each coin introduced would
always be rejected.This pin is usually controlled by the machine if this is out of order.
There is also the possibility to inhibit the validator after a fixed number of coins introduced by
setting, by means of the relevant programming kits (PC Kit or RM5 PROGRAMMER) the “cash
limit” function.
Whn the validator reaches the programmed threshold it will be disabled; to be enabled again the
machine shall send a reset signal to the validator inhibition pin.
This application is particularly used on “BINGO” machines and small-sized coffee machines and on
all machines with a limited number of accepted coins.
To separate coins from tokens a coin separator can be installed. To this purpose the validator shall
be programmed, by means of Clone5, to manage the separator (RM5 x 01). When the separator
function is enabled, the validator can manage the first 4 channels, as the outputs relevant to
channels 5 and 6 (Pin 3 and 4) are used to control the separation coils.
NOTE: the RM5 X 00 validator is totally interchangeable with NRI G13 validator and with COIN
CONTROLS C 120 validator, with AZKOYEN AZ66 validator, Jofemar T11 MS 130 MARS, G18
NRI and FAGE validator. Thanks to the mechanical adapter it can be turned from 3.5” to 5”
standard thus becoming also mechanically interchangeable with the abovementioned 24VDC
validators when these are installed on an RM1000 support or Juke Boxes with 5” validator. An
interface has also been produced to make electronically interchangeable the validator with MARS
111 validators PNP outputs (MRS 111 interface) as well as from a mechanical point of view thanks
to the front panel code RM F3 as shown in the paragraph “Front panel size”.
PIN-OUT OF RM5 X 00 COIN VALIDATOR 10 PIN CONNECTOR
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Inhibit
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 CH 5 8 CH 2
4 CH 6 9 CH 3
5 N.U. 10 CH 4
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8. .2 2 C CC C T TA AL LK K V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N ( (R RM M5 5 X X C CC C) )
In validator configuration with CC TALK protocol, RM5 can manage up to sixteen different coin
values. The equipment will respond to serial controls described below.

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CC TALK is a serial communication protocol providing an excellent balance between easiness and
safe information. This protocol was designed for the GAMING industry.
It includes a high number of specific controls, aimed at meeting a high control flexibility by a control
unit called Host (Machine Data Sheet)
It was designed to allow the interconnection between different types of money treatment devices
simply with a serial cable, shown below.
The use of controls is free and according to the type of application and requirements; anyway all
strategies and supervision are carried out by the Host.
The type of connection is called Multidrop, where only the Host can “Ask”, all devices “Listen” and
only the adressed device “Responds”. Communication is of “half duplex” type, i.e. on the line there
is only the request or the answer, never both at the same time (full – duplex).
From 4 to 10’
The protocol provides no procedure to manage peripherals. This is left to the common sense of the
Host programmer. For example, if you want to avoid replacing the validator or any other device, it
may be sufficient that, when the machine is started up, this requests its peripheral about serial
numbers, product code, manufacturer code,etc. If all information received from the peripherals
matches the information stored in the host all activities can go on, otherwise these may be ihibited
and the necessary measures will be taken.
RM5 X CC implements 35 controls described below.
HOST
Add 1
RM5
Add 2 NV5 Add 40 MK II
Add 3
Da 4 a 10

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CONTROLS IMPLEMENTED ON RM5
Control Function
254 Simple poll
253 Address poll
252 Address clash
251 Address change
250 Address random
249 Request polling priority
248 Request status
246 Request manufacturer id
245 Request equipment category id
244 Request product code
243 Request database version
242 Request serial number
241 Request software version
240 Test solenoids
238 Test output lines
237 Read input lines
236 Read opto states
233 Latches output lines
232 Perform self check
231 Modify inhibit status
230 Request inhibit status
229 Request Buffered credit or error codes
227 Request master inhibit status
210 Modify sorter path
209 Request sorter path
197 Calculate rom checksum
196 Request creation date
195 Request last modification date
192 Request build code
184 Request coin id
170 Request base year
169 Request address mode
4 Request comms revision
3 Clear comms status variables
2 Request comms status variables
1 Reset Device
For the detailed description of each control listed above please refer to the CCTALK manual
available on this site: www.cctalk.org
All RM5 coin validators produced by implementing CCTalk protocol are configured as
VALIDATORS 00 (please refer to chapter 8.1. VALIDATOR CONFIGURATION). Each of them, in
order to meet the requirement of non modifiable condition, is programmed so that nobody can
intervene on the settings carried out by Comestero either through the usual
management/programming systems (Clone 5 and RM5 Programmer) or by acting on the output
connector.The protocol also identifies the type of physical interface to be used and defines the
voltage levels and suggests the appropriate circuits.
It suggests the type of connection (connectors). In particular for the coin validator, a 4 Pin and a 10
Pin connectors are suggested (and therefore used by our company) represented in para. 3.5.

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8. .3 3 S SP PA AG GN NA A V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N ( (R RM M5 5 X X E E0 0) )
In validator configuration with SPAGNA protocol, RM5 can manage up to six different coin values,
i.e. up to six different outputs. If the equipment has to pilot a coin separator the outputs will be only
4, as two outputs are destined to pilot the separator.
Spagna Validator means a coin validator which, after introducing a coin, before giving the standard
100 msec validation pulse ( +0 -2% ), generates a 10msec notice pulse on the output
corresponding to the programmed channel. During this time the game board must decide whether
to accept the coin and to activate the separator to convey it to the hoppers.
For this operation two inhibition pins are available on the validator, PIN 6 concerning the validator
inhibition, PIN 5 concerning the separator inhibition. The board shall keep these 2 pins high (+ 5
Vdc, inhibition status). Further to the insertion of a coin, the validator sends the notice signal to the
machine, now the machine can decide whether to accept the coin, placing PIN 6 to mass (validator
inhibition) and whether to separate it or convey it to the cash by acting on PIN 5 (separator
inhibition).
V Va al li id da at ti io on n p pu ul ls se e
N
No ot ti ic ce e p pu ul ls se e
T
Th he e g ga am me e b bo oa ar rd d d de ec ci id de es s
t to o m mo ov ve e t th he e s se ep pa ar ra at to or r
T Th he e g ga am me e b bo oa ar rd d d de ec ci id de es s
T
To o a ac cc ce ep pt t t th he e c co oi in n
S
Se ep pa ar ra at to or r c co on nt tr ro ol l
S Se ep pa ar ra at to or r c co on nt tr ro ol l
PIN OUT OF RM5 X E0 COIN VALIDATOR 10 PIN CONNECTOR
Pin No. Meaning Pin No.
Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Rm5 Inhibition
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 CH 5 8 CH 2
4 CH 6 9 CH 3
5 Separator
Inhibition 10 CH 4
1
10 0 P Pi in n s st ta an nd da ar rd d c co on nn ne ec ct to or r

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8. .4 4 T TI IM ME ED D P PU UL LS SE E V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N ( (R RM M5 5 X X A AT T) )
In validator configuration - SPAGNA mode WITH TIMED OUTPUTS, RM5 can manage up to six
different coin values, i.e. up to six different outputs. If the equipment has to pilot a coin separator
the outputs will be only 4, as two outputs are destined to pilot the separator.
TIMED Spagna Validator means a coin validator which, after introducing a coin, before giving the
validation pulse, generates a 10msec notice pulse on the output corresponding to the programmed
channel. During this time the game board must decide whether to accept the coin and to activate
the separator to convey it to the hoppers.
For this operation two inhibition pins are available on the validator, PIN 6 concerning the validator
inhibition, PIN 5 concerning the separator inhibition. The board shall keep these 2 pins high (+ 5
Vdc, inhibition status). Further to the insertion of a coin, the validator sends the notice signal to the
machine, now the machine can decide whether to accept the coin, placing PIN 6 to mass (validator
inhibition) and whether to separate it or convey it to the cash by acting on PIN 5 (separator
inhibition).
The peculiarity of this version is that the validation pulse of each channel has a different duration.
The pulse time related to channel 1 can be factory programmed according to the customer request
(10 to 630 msec +0 -2%), standard 40 msec. The following ones have a 20 msec step. This
complies with the new regulations requiring the non modifiable condition for the machine, as in the
event that the wires corresponding to the outputs on the parallel connector were inverted, the
machine board would detect it.
On Ch 1 pulse length
As per request
On Ch 2 pulse is x+20 msec
V
Va al li id da at ti io on n p pu ul ls se e
T
Th he e g ga am me e b bo oa ar rd d d de ec ci id de es s
T
To o m mo ov ve e t th he e s se ep pa ar ra at to or r
T Th he e g ga am me e b bo oa ar rd d d de ec ci id de es s
t to o a ac cc ce ep pt t t th he e c co oi in n
On Ch 4 pulse is x +60msec
S
Se ep pa ar ra at to or r c co on nt tr ro ol l
S
Se ep pa ar ra at to or r c co on nt tr ro ol l
PIN OUT OF RM5 X AT VALIDATOR 10 PIN CONNECTOR
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Inhibit Rm5
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 CH 5 8 CH 2
4 CH 6 9 CH 3
5 Inhibit Separator 10 CH 4
1
10 0 P Pi in n s st ta an nd da ar rd d c co on nn ne ec ct to or r

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8. .5 5 B BI IN NA AR RY Y V VA AL LI ID DA AT TO OR R C CO ON NF FI IG GU UR RA AT TI IO ON N ( (R RM M5 5 X X B B0 0) )
In standard validator configuration, RM5 can manage up to fifteen coin values, i.e. up to 59
different coins provided that these are re-addressed to the first 15 channels. When the coin is
introduced, the validator will signal in binary code on the first 4 channels the channel on which the
coin has been adjusted; at the same time the “data valid” signal will activate on channel 6; this one
will activate at every coin introduction.
Output meaning:
Coin adjusted on channel 5 – Coin adjusted on channel 7- Parity bit
NOTE : In case of a binary validator capable of piloting a separator, the “data valid” signal
corresponding to channel 6 will be omitted.
PIN OUT OF RM5 X B0 VALIDATOR 10 PIN CONNECTOR
Pin No. Meaning Pin No. Meaning
1 Gnd 6 Inhibition
2 +12-24 Vdc 7 CH 1
3 N.U. 8 CH 2
4 Data Valid 9 CH 3
5 N.U. 10 CH 4