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VEGA-RC
™
BankNote Recycler
Operation and Maintenance 
Service Manual
(Revision A)
P/N 960-100190RA_Rev. A {EDP #148851}
Issue #4078-SME-01-00

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VEGA-RC™ BankNote Recycler Operation and Maintenance Service Manual
REVISION HISTORY
Rev №.Date Reason for Update Comment
A9/15/09 Initial Version
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TOC
1 GENERAL INFORMATION.................................................................................. 1-1
Description................................................................................................................... 1-1
VEGA-RC Unit.............................................................................................................. 1-1
Model/Type Number Specifications........................................................................... 1-2
Precautions.................................................................................................................. 1-2
Installation Cautions..................................................................................................................1-2
User Cautions............................................................................................................................1-2
Handling..................................................................................................................................................1-2
Mounting, Dismounting, Transport..........................................................................................................1-2
Unacceptable Banknotes........................................................................................................................1-3
Component Names...................................................................................................... 1-4
System Configurations ............................................................................................... 1-5
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 1-6
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................1-6
Environmental Specifications ....................................................................................................1-6
Electrical Specifications.............................................................................................................1-7
Structural Specifications ............................................................................................................1-7
Primary Features ......................................................................................................... 1-7
Outside Dimension...................................................................................................... 1-7
Technical Contact Information...................................................................................1-8
Americas & Oceania..................................................................................................................1-8
JCM American Corporation.....................................................................................................................1-8
Europe, Africa, Russia & Middle East .......................................................................................1-8
JCM Europe GmbH.................................................................................................................................1-8
UK & Ireland..............................................................................................................................1-8
JCM United Kingdom Ltd........................................................................................................................1-8
Asia ...........................................................................................................................................1-8
JCM Gold (HK) Ltd..................................................................................................................................1-8
Japan Cash Machine Co, Limited (HQ)..................................................................................................1-8
2 INSTALLATION/OPERATION............................................................................. 2-1
Installation....................................................................................................................2-1
Installation Procedure................................................................................................................2-1
DIP Switch Configurations ......................................................................................... 2-1
Connector Pin Assignments ......................................................................................2-2
Preventive Maintenance.............................................................................................. 2-3
Displays and Functions .............................................................................................................2-3
Initializing...................................................................................................................................2-3
Rear Cover Open....................................................................................................................................2-3
Stacker Full.............................................................................................................................................2-4
Stacker Empty.........................................................................................................................................2-4
Restoring a Single Banknote ..................................................................................................................2-4
Restore (Continuous Mode)....................................................................................................................2-4
Retrieving All Banknotes.........................................................................................................................2-5
Withdrawing Single Banknotes...............................................................................................................2-5
Withdrawing Banknotes Continuously ....................................................................................................2-5
Change Display.......................................................................................................................................2-6
Storage Limitation...................................................................................................................................2-6
Clearing a Banknote Jam............................................................................................ 2-7

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Cleaning Procedure .....................................................................................................2-8
Interface Circuit Schematics.......................................................................................2-9
Operational Flowcharts .............................................................................................2-10
Operational Flowcharts (Continued 2).....................................................................................2-11
Operational Flowcharts (Continued 3).................................................................................... 2-12
Operational Flowcharts (Continued 4).................................................................................... 2-13
Operational Flowcharts (Continued 5).................................................................................... 2-14
Operational Flowcharts (Continued 6).................................................................................... 2-14
3 COMMUNICATIONS............................................................................................3-1
Americas & Oceania................................................................................................................. 3-1
JCM American Corporation.................................................................................................................... 3-1
Europe, Africa, Russia & Middle East....................................................................................... 3-1
JCM Europe GmbH................................................................................................................................ 3-1
UK & Ireland ............................................................................................................................. 3-1
JCM United Kingdom Ltd....................................................................................................................... 3-1
Asia........................................................................................................................................... 3-1
JCM Gold (HK) Ltd................................................................................................................................. 3-1
Japan Cash Machine Co, Limited (HQ) ................................................................................................. 3-1
4 DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY..........................................................................4-1
Tool Requirements.......................................................................................................4-1
Main CPU Board Removal...........................................................................................4-1
Drive Motor Removal ...................................................................................................4-1
Open/Close Detection Board Removal.......................................................................4-3
Encoder & Position Detection Board Removal .........................................................4-3
Rubber Pulley & Drive Roller Removal ......................................................................4-4
Clear & Metallic Edge Belt Removal...........................................................................4-4
Clear & Metallic Edge Belt Replacement....................................................................4-6
5 WIRING DIAGRAMS............................................................................................ 5-1
VEGA-RC System Wiring Diagram .............................................................................5-1
6 PERFORMANCE TESTS..................................................................................... 6-1
Workbench Tool Requirements...................................................................................6-1
Display and Operation.................................................................................................6-2
Performance Test Modes.............................................................................................6-2
Test T0 - Key Function Test...................................................................................................... 6-2
Pushbutton Function Test, DIP Switch Test & Rear Cover Test............................................................. 6-3
VEGA Escrow Sensor, VEGA Stack-In Sensor and VEGA-RC Flap Sensor Input Tests....................... 6-4
Test T1 - Position Detection Sensor 1 A/D Value Display Test................................................. 6-6
Test T2 - Position Detection Sensor 2 A/D Value Display Test................................................. 6-6
Test T3 - Full/Empty Detection Sensors 1 & 2, and A/D Value Indication Test......................... 6-6
Test T7 - Communication Loop Test ......................................................................................... 6-7
Test T9a - Transport Belt Dirt Confirmation Test....................................................................... 6-8
Test T9b - Full/Empty Detection Sensors 1 and 2 A/D Value Display Test............................... 6-8
7 EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS ............................................................ 7-1
Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 1..............................................................................7-1
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 1.................................................................................................... 7-2
Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 2..............................................................................7-3
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 2 ................................................................................................... 7-4

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Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 3 .............................................................................7-5
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 3.....................................................................................................7-6
Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 4 .............................................................................7-7
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 4.....................................................................................................7-8
Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 5 .............................................................................7-9
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 5...................................................................................................7-10
Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View 6 ........................................................................... 7-11
Entire VEGA-RC Parts List 6...................................................................................................7-12
VEGA-RC Tray Assembly Exploded View ...............................................................7-13
VEGA-RC Tray Assembly Parts List .......................................................................................7-14
VEGA-RC FB Upper Shaft Assembly Exploded View............................................. 7-15
VEGA-RC FB Upper Shaft Assembly Parts List......................................................................7-16
VEGA-RC Motor Unit Exploded View....................................................................... 7-17
VEGA-RC Motor Unit Parts List ..............................................................................................7-18
VEGA-RC Course Reversing Assembly Exploded View........................................7-19
VEGA-RC Course Reversing Assembly Parts List..................................................................7-20
VEGA-RC FB Lower Shaft Assembly Exploded View ............................................ 7-21
VEGA-RC FB Lower Shaft Assembly Parts List......................................................................7-22
8 INDEX................................................................................................................... 8-1
A TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................A-1
Introduction..................................................................................................................A-1
Troubleshooting Overview .........................................................................................A-1
Malfunction LED Error Codes ....................................................................................A-1
Operation Error Codes............................................................................................................. A-1
Warning Codes......................................................................................................................... A-3
Machine Lock-up Error Codes.................................................................................................. A-3
JCM Contact Information............................................................................................A-4
Americas & Oceania................................................................................................................. A-4
JCM American Corporation....................................................................................................................A-4
Europe, Africa, Russia & Middle East ...................................................................................... A-4
JCM Europe GmbH................................................................................................................................A-4
UK & Ireland............................................................................................................................. A-4
JCM United Kingdom Ltd.......................................................................................................................A-4
Asia .......................................................................................................................................... A-4
JCM Gold (HK) Ltd.................................................................................................................................A-4
Japan Cash Machine Co, Limited (HQ).................................................................................................A-4
B GLOSSARY......................................................................................................... B-1

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Figure 1-1 VEGA-RC BankNote Recycler Unit (Optional) .................................... 1-1
Figure 1-2 Precautionary Symbols......................................................................... 1-2
Figure 1-3 Unacceptable Banknote Types............................................................. 1-3
Figure 1-4 VEGA-RC Component Names............................................................. 1-4
Figure 1-5 VEGA-RC System Configuration Destinations..................................... 1-5
Figure 1-6 VEGA-RC Outside Dimensions............................................................ 1-7
Figure 2-1 VEGA-RC Positioning Post Locations.................................................. 2-1
Figure 2-2 Latch Button and Harness Locations.................................................... 2-1
Figure 2-3 Seven Segment Display Definitions ..................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-4 Color LED Lighting Patterns................................................................. 2-3
Figure 2-5 Initializing Interface (in iF)..................................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-6 Banknote Jam Occurs (JAM)................................................................ 2-3
Figure 2-7 Waiting to Communicate (BUSY)......................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-8 Stand-By (00~30 + Green LED)........................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-9 Rear Cover Open (oPEn)..................................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-10 Stacker Full (30 FulL) ........................................................................... 2-4
Figure 2-11 Stacker Empty (00 EMpty).................................................................... 2-4
Figure 2-12 Single Mode Restore (00 Fill)............................................................... 2-4
Figure 2-13 Continuous Mode Restore (00 Fill All).................................................. 2-4
Figure 2-14 Waiting to Restore (01 Fill All).............................................................. 2-4
Figure 2-15 Note Retrieving Mode (30 STore)......................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-16 Retrieving (29 Store All) ....................................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-17 Dispense Mode (30 Pay Out)............................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-18 The Number of the Stored Banknotes.................................................. 2-5
Figure 2-19 Continuous Dispense (30 Payout All)................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-20 Storage Limit (30 LImit)........................................................................ 2-6
Figure 2-21 Storage Limit/Stacked (20 Money Class)............................................. 2-6
Figure 2-22 Stacking € Denomination Examples..................................................... 2-6
Figure 2-23 Storage Limit Value Set at 28 LImit)..................................................... 2-6
Figure 2-24 Clearing a Banknote Jam (Step 1) ....................................................... 2-7
Figure 2-25 Clearing a Banknote Jam (Step 2) ....................................................... 2-7
Figure 2-26 VEGA-RC Sensor Locations ................................................................ 2-8
Figure 2-27 Roller and Optical Sensor Locations .................................................... 2-8
Figure 2-28 Pinch Roller and Prism Locations......................................................... 2-8
Figure 2-29 Rear Cover Open for Air Jet Cleaning.................................................. 2-9
Figure 2-30 VEGA-RC TTL Circuit Interface Schematic Diagram ........................... 2-9
Figure 2-31 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart (Basic Mode).. 2-10
Figure 2-32 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 

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(Command Mode)............................................................................... 2-11
Figure 2-33 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Error Clearing Mode)......................................................................... 2-12
Figure 2-34 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Restore Mode)................................................................................... 2-12
Figure 2-35 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Dispense Mode)................................................................................ 2-13
Figure 2-36 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Clear JAM Mode) .............................................................................. 2-13
Figure 2-37 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Retrieving Mode)............................................................................... 2-14
Figure 2-38 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Collect Log Mode)............................................................................. 2-14
Figure 2-39 VEGA-RC Banknote Recycler Operational Flowchart 
(Key Input Mode)................................................................................ 2-15
Figure 4-1 Front Cover Removal ........................................................................... 4-1
Figure 4-2 Mian PC Board Removal...................................................................... 4-1
Figure 4-3 Cover (R) & Cover (L) Removal ........................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-4 Base Part Removal............................................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-5 Motor Removal..................................................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-6 Drive Motor Installation......................................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-7 Connector Removal.............................................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-8 Open/Close Detection Board Removal................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-9 Course Reversing Assembly Removal................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-10 Encoder Board & Position Detection Board Removal .......................... 4-4
Figure 4-11 Rubber and Drive Roller Removal........................................................ 4-4
Figure 4-12 Tray Cover & Tray Removal................................................................. 4-4
Figure 4-13 Frame Body Shaft Assy. Removal........................................................ 4-5
Figure 4-14 Belt Bobbin Removal............................................................................ 4-5
Figure 4-15 Frame Body Shaft & Limit Spring......................................................... 4-5
Figure 4-16 Frame Body Shaft Assy. Installation..................................................... 4-6
Figure 4-17 Re-attaching the Belts.......................................................................... 4-6
Figure 4-18 Tray & Tray Cover Installation.............................................................. 4-6
Figure 4-19 Clear and Metallic Belt Installation Order............................................. 4-6
Figure 5-1 VEGA-RC System Wiring Diagram ...................................................... 5-1
Figure 6-1 VEGA-RC Unit Test Connections......................................................... 6-1
Figure 6-2 VEGA & VEGA-RC Test Connections.................................................. 6-1
Figure 6-3 The 7 Segment Display Indications...................................................... 6-2
Figure 6-4 Performance Test Indication................................................................. 6-2
Figure 6-5 Function Key Test (TS = Test Switch).................................................. 6-3

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Figure 6-6 Typical Display vs. Switch Associations............................................... 6-3
Figure 6-7 Typical DIP Switch Test Display........................................................... 6-4
Figure 6-8 Rear Cover Open (dr oP) ..................................................................... 6-4
Figure 6-9 Rear Cover Closed (dr CL)................................................................... 6-4
Figure 6-10 Escrow Sensor OFF (PI oF)................................................................. 6-5
Figure 6-11 Escrow Sensor ON (PI on)................................................................... 6-5
Figure 6-12 Stack-In Sensor On (P2 on) ................................................................. 6-5
Figure 6-13 Stack-In Sensor OFF (P2 oF)............................................................... 6-5
Figure 6-14 RC Flap Sensor ON (Fr on).................................................................. 6-5
Figure 6-15 RC Flap Sensor OFF (Fr oF)................................................................ 6-5
Figure 6-16 Position Detection Sensor 1 Test ......................................................... 6-6
Figure 6-17 Position Detection Sensor 2 Test ......................................................... 6-6
Figure 6-18 Full/Empty Sensor 1&2 A/D Value........................................................ 6-7
Figure 6-19 Communication Loop Test (Co)............................................................ 6-7
Figure 6-20 Performing Communication Loop Test (C0 C0) ................................... 6-7
Figure 6-21 Communication Loop Test Results....................................................... 6-7
Figure 6-22 Motor Control Drive Value (70)............................................................. 6-8
Figure 6-23 Transport Tape Dirt Result (Fm CO).................................................... 6-8
Figure 6-24 Full/Empty Detection Sensor 1 Light Interrupted A/D Value (Z@06) ... 6-8
Figure 6-25 Full/Empty Detection Sensor 2 Full A/D Value (F@C1)....................... 6-8
Figure 6-26 Full/Empty Detection Sensor 2 Empty A/D Value (E@05)................... 6-9
Figure 7-1 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 1)............................................. 7-1
Figure 7-2 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 2)............................................. 7-3
Figure 7-3 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 3)............................................. 7-5
Figure 7-4 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 4)............................................. 7-7
Figure 7-5 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 5)............................................. 7-9
Figure 7-6 Entire VEGA-RC Exploded View (Part 6)........................................... 7-11
Figure 7-7 VEGA-RC Tray Assembly Exploded View.......................................... 7-13
Figure 7-8 VEGA-RC FB Upper Shaft Assembly Exploded View........................ 7-15
Figure 7-9 VEGA-RC Motor Unit Exploded View................................................. 7-17
Figure 7-10 VEGA-RC Course Reversing Assembly Exploded View.................... 7-19
Figure 7-11 VEGA-RC FB Lower Shaft Assembly Exploded View........................ 7-21

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Table 1-1 Model Number Specifications................................................................ 1-2
Table 1-2 VEGA-RC System Configuration........................................................... 1-5
Table 1-3 Product Technical Specifications........................................................... 1-6
Table 1-4 Product Environmental Specification..................................................... 1-6
Table 1-5 Product Electrical Specification............................................................. 1-7
Table 1-6 Product Structural Specification ............................................................ 1-7
Table 2-1 DIP Switch Settings............................................................................... 2-1
Table 2-2 Recycler to Acceptor Receptacle Pin Assignments............................... 2-2
Table 2-3 Stacking Denomination Example Table................................................. 2-6
Table 2-4 VEGA Sensor Locations........................................................................ 2-8
Table 6-1 Switch Settings vs. Hex Values............................................................. 6-3
Table 6-2 Typical DIP Switch Test Indications ...................................................... 6-4
Table 7-1 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 1)....................................................... 7-2
Table 7-2 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 2)....................................................... 7-4
Table 7-3 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 3)....................................................... 7-6
Table 7-4 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 4)....................................................... 7-8
Table 7-5 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 5)..................................................... 7-10
Table 7-6 Entire VEGA-RC Parts List (Part 6)..................................................... 7-12
Table 7-7 VEGA-RC Tray Assembly Parts List ................................................... 7-14
Table 7-8 VEGA-RC FB Upper Shaft Assembly Parts List.................................. 7-16
Table 7-9 VEGA-RC Motor Unit Parts List........................................................... 7-18
Table 7-10 VEGA-RC Course Reversing Assembly Parts List.............................. 7-20
Table 7-11 VEGA-RC FB Lower Shaft Assembly Parts List.................................. 7-22
Table A-1 Operational Error Codes........................................................................A-1
Table A-2 Warning Codes......................................................................................A-3
Table A-3 Machine Lock-Up Error Codes..............................................................A-3
Table A-4 Machine Lock-Up Error Indications .......................................................A-3

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VEGA-RC™
BankNote Recycler
Section 1
This section provides a general overview of the
VEGA Series BankNote Recycler (VEGA-RC)
pictured in Figure 1-1. This first section is
designed to help you navigate through the manual
with ease and provides the following information:
• Model/Type Number Specifications
• Precautions
• Component Names
• System Configuration
• Specifications
• Primary Features
• Outside Dimensions
• Technical Contact Information.
In order to make operation of this device easier and
make navigation within this manual simpler, the
following illustrations were used within the text:
• Safety Instructions, which need to be
observed in order to protect the operators and
equipment, have been written in bold text and
have been given the pictograph:
• Special Notes,which effect the use of the
Banknote Recycler, have been written in italic
text and have been given the pictograph:
• Steps, requiring the operation to perform
specific actions are given sequential numbers
(1., 2., 3., etc.).
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Description
VEGA-RC Unit
Figure 1-1 VEGA-RC BankNote Recycler Unit (Optional)

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Model/Type Number Specifications
Precautions
The Figure 1-2 symbols are defined as follows:
1. (Type 1) Do not insert torn, folded, or wet ban-
knotes, as this action may cause a banknote jam
inside the unit.
2. (Type 2) Do not expose the unit to water. The
unit contains several precision electronic devices
which can be damaged.
3. (Type 3) Do not install the unit into a dusty envi-
ronment. Dust may affect and degrade a Sensor’s
performance.
Installation Cautions
1. This equipment is not fully warranted for outdoor
use. Be sure that the Host Machine contains
enough protection to avoid wet or dusty 
conditions when installing it in both open-air and
indoor spaces.
2. Be sure the Host Machine is designed with 
careful consideration for retrieving a Banknote
and/or clearing a Banknote jam.
3. Avoid exposing the Banknote Insertion Slot to
direct Sunlight and/or Incandescent Lamp 
illumination having a Gradient Angle of 15
Degrees or more, and an illumination index of
3000 Lux or less. Insure that the Host Machine is
also designed to avoid exposing the Banknote
Insertion Slot to direct Sunlight or incandescent
light contact.
4. Do not allow the Recycler to endure a range of
temperature and humidity beyond the environ-
mental limits specified (See “Environmental
Specifications” on page 1-6.).
5. Do not use the Recycler when placed in severe
Temperature changing environments.
6. Do not use the Recycler in a place having air
born evaporated or sporadic chemicals.
7. Clean and maintain the Recycler regularly when
located in an excessively smoke filled environ-
ment.
User Cautions
1. When closing the Rear Cover of the Recycler,
ensure that it clicks firmly into place.
2. Do not redesign or disassemble the Recycler.
Unauthorized use by inadequately trained per-
sonnel, or use outside the original manufacturer’s
intent for operation voids the warranty.
3. Clean the VEGA Recycler Unit once a month to
keep its performance stable.
4. Use a lint-free cloth or cotton swabs to carefully
remove dirt and any Paper powder dust adhering
to the Rollers.
5. Do not replace Banknotes by hand winding them
back into place; allow them to be replaced by the
Unit’s recycling action only.
H ANDLING
1. This product is not securely locked from tamper-
ing. Have internal security management handle
any tampering issues involving the Unit.
2. Do not strike or drop the Cash Box to the ground;
this may cause remounting damage to it.
3. Do not pull hard the winding belts when clearing
Banknote jam, or pull a belt out beyond its limits.
M OUNTING , D ISMOUNTING , T RANSPORT
1. Be sure to turn the VEGA Unit’s power OFF
before mounting or dismounting the Recycler
Unit to the top of the VEGA Unit.
2. Plugging or unplugging the Recycler’s communi-
cations connector while the VEGA Unit’s Power
is ON may also cause damage to the Recycler
Unit.
Table 1-1 Model Number Specifications
NoModel: VEGA-RC - ** - *
N
o
(1) (2) (3)
(1) Product Series Name
(2) Power Supply
12 = 12V DC
(3) Communication Type
-- = no Communication
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3
Figure 1-2 Precautionary Symbols
Caution: Be careful to avoid personal
injury to your fingers when closing the
Recycler’s Rear Cover.
Caution: Turn the VEGA Unit’s Power
OFF when opening the Recycler’s Rear
Cover; otherwise, the Rollers may
begin operating and personal injury to
fingers may occur buy getting pulled
into the Unit.
WARNING: Under no circumstances
allow a cleaning cloth to be wet enough
to allow excess fluid to run into the
device; internal printed circuit boards
may be damaged. Do not use any
alcohol, solvents or scouring agents
that can damage the plastic surfaces of
the device.
WARNING: Do not inject water or liquid
agents of any kind into the Recycler; as
this action may cause extreme damage
to the Unit.

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U NACCEPTABLE B ANKNOTES
The following Banknote types may not recycle 
correctly, or can cause a Banknote jam and/or dam-
age to the Unit’s Transport path (See Figure 1-3).
Banknotes exhibiting the following conditions
should be avoided:
• Torn
• Having excessive folds
• Dirty
• Wet
• Having excessive wrinkles
• Adhering foreign objects and/or oil.
Damaged Banknotes
Wrinkled Banknotes
Curled Banknotes
Folded or Partial Banknotes
Figure 1-3 Unacceptable Banknote Types

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Component Names
Figure 1-4 illustrates the VEGA-RC primary component parts and their relative location
Figure 1-4 VEGA-RC Component Names
a) Function Button Descriptions
A.Change Display
B.Dispense
C.Restore
D.Retrieve
b) VEGA Attach/Release Buttons
c) Green & Red LED Indicators & Seven
Segment LED Displays
d) Rear Cover Open/Close Knob
e) Maintenance Knob Cover
f) DIP Switch Block
g) VEGA Connector Cable Receptacle
a
A
c
C
B
D
b
d
f
g
e

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System Configurations
Figure 1-5 illustrates a typical VEGA-RC system configuration.
Table 1-2 VEGA-RC System Configuration
aVEGA-RC connected with the VEGA unit
bPC (Windows 2000/XP)
cPower Supply (e.g., UAC, MIB232, etc.)
dHost Machine (Game Machine, Vending Machine, etc.)
eInterface Connector (VEGA)
fMaintenance Connector (VEGA)
gStandard Marketplace USB Cable (to VEGA: Mini“B” Plug/ to PC: Standard “A” Plug)
hPower Harness
iHarness*
*. User prepared Harness: Refer to Table 2-2 “Connector Pin Assignments” on page 2-2 in order to locate the recommended materials.
d
c
b
a
e
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h
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Figure 1-5 VEGA-RC System Configuration Destinations

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Specifications
Technical Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Table 1-3 Product Technical Specifications
Acceptable Denomination*:
*. Acceptable denomination can be selected (Refer to “DIP Switch Configurations” on page 2-1 of Section 2 set for the VEGA-RC denomination).
Refer to the VEGA Unit’s specific “Software Specification”.
Banknote Types Accepted: Long edge: 110~160mm (4.33~6.3 in.)
End: 60~82mm (2.36~3.23 in.)
Insertion Direction: Four (4) ways
Processing Speed†:
†.Depends on the Host communicataion time lag when connected to the VEGA Unit.
a) Approximately 3 seconds (from Banknote insertion to stacking completion)
‡
b) Approximately 3 seconds (from Banknote insertion to next insertion enable)
‡
c) Approximately 3 seconds (from Banknote dispense to eject completion)
d) Approximately 4 seconds (from receiving a retrieve command to Banknote
retrieved).
‡.WHen the Banknote length is 120mm (e.g., Euro 5 Note), and the number of stacked Banknotes is less than 30 notes; or when the number of staked
Banknotes is greater than 31 notes, processing speed will be approximately 4 seconds per note,
Diagnostic Indicators: A 2-digit, 7 segment LED Display, and 2 single multi-color LED
Drum (Stacker) Capacity:
30 notes (150mm new Banknote/ e.g., 100 Euto Banknotes: Full 
detection)
The number of stored notes can be set to maximum, or between 1 and 30
notes
No near end detection
Stacking Method: Banknote Winding System**
**.DO NOTE replace Banknotes by hand winding them back into place; allow them to be replaced by the Unit’s recycling action only.
Dispense: No denomination discrimination No double note detection (e.g., condition is detected by the VEGA Unit)
Note length discrimination (when denomination type is set).
Table 1-4 Product Environmental Specification
Operating Temperature: 0°C to ~ + 50°C (32°F to ~122°F)*
*. Depends on hydrothermal condition.
Storage Temperature: -20°C to ~ + 60°C (- 4°F to ~140°F)*
Relative Operating Humidity: 30% to ~80% RH (non-condensed)
Relative Storage Humidity: 10% to ~85% RH (non-condensed)
Visible Light Sensitivity: Avoid contact with direct sunlight (
Interior lighting must be incandescent lamp with a 
Gradient Angle of 15 Degree or more and an Illumination of 3000 Lux or less
)
Installation: Indoors Only†(
Not be exposed to the elements (including internal parts of the unit )
†.Do Not exposed to the elements (including internal equipment.
Allowable 
Operating
Temperature and
Humidity Range
35°C/80RH%
50°C/30RH%
Hydrothermal Condition Table

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Electrical Specifications
Structural Specifications
Primary Features
When connected to the VEGA Banknote Validator, the VEGA-RC allows one (1) denomination to be recy-
cled at a time.
The VEGA-RC can recycle any Banknote accepted by the VEGA Unit, and can hold up to 30 Notes at a
time. The improved internal mechanism significantly reduces the chance of a Banknote jamming inside the
Recycler Unit.
Outside Dimension
Figure 1-6 illustrates the outside dimensions of the VEGA-RC Unit.
Table 1-5 Product Electrical Specification
Supply Voltage*:
*. Hot-swapping prohibited (do not plug in/out while the power is applied).
12V DC (±5%) 3A Recommended
Current Consumption†:
†.VEGA-RC Unit Specification.
Standby = 0.11A (12V DC)
Operation = 0.9A (Max:2A) (12V DC)
Table 1-6 Product Structural Specification
Weight: Unit: Approximately 1.1kg (2.425 lbs)
Mounting*:
*. Both vertical and transverse should be installed at 90 degrees to the Frame Housing.
Horizontal (SH Type)
Outside Dimensions: 117mm (4.60 in) High x 153mm (6.02 in) Deep x 113mm (4.44 in) Wide
NOTE: All Dimensions are in 
Millimeters.
Figure 1-6 VEGA-RC Outside Dimensions

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Technical Contact Information
Americas & Oceania
JCM A MERICAN C ORPORATION
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
925 Pilot Road, Las Vegas, NV 89119
E-mail: [email protected]
Europe, Africa, Russia & Middle East
JCM E UROPE G MB H
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Muendelheimer Weg 60
40472 Duesseldorf Germany
E-mail: [e-mail]
UK & Ireland
JCM U NITED K INGDOM L TD .
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Unit B, Third Avenue
Denbigh West Business Park
Bletchley, Milton Keynes,
Buckinghamshire MK1 1EJ, UK
E-mail: [email protected]
Asia
JCM G OLD (HK) L TD .
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Unit 1-7, 3/F., Favor Industrial Centre
2-6 Kin Hong Street, Kwai Chung,
N.T. Hong Kong
E-mail: [email protected].hk
J APAN C ASH M ACHINE C O , L IMITED (HQ)
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
2-3-15, Nishiwaki, Hirano-ku,Osaka 547-0035
JAPAN
E-mail: [email protected].jp
All of these Websites are available via:
http://www.jcmglobal.com
To obtain further Technical Information regarding the VEGA-RC Device, please contact the closest office
to your location listed below: