Mars CASHFLOW 126 User manual

CASHFLOW®126 and CASHFLOW®129
4-WAY and 8-WAY SELECTORS
USER GUIDE
25859 G3 705707044

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CashFlow®126 and CashFlow®129 selectors User Guide
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CONTENTS
Safety Summary 1
Product Identification 3
Installation 6
Acceptance & Routing 10
Product Features 11
Configuration 12
Maintenance 21
Product Support 22
Appendix 25
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SAFETY
Warning
Before cleaning, servicing, removing or replacing CashFlow®units, ALWAYS SWITCH
OFF or ISOLATE the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY to the host machine.
Caution
This guide is recommended for use by personnel trained to carry out electrical installation.
Maximum Operating Voltage
Do not apply more than the voltage specified on the unit,and within the following;
Full Operating Voltage range:
+12V DC nominal +3V, -2V.
Supply Voltage Ripple:
Within Vmin to Vmax up to 100Hz, <250mV pk - pk for Frequency>100Hz
Current consumption:
Quiescent current: 35mA Max
Max current: 2.5A Max (4 solenoids active, CashFlow®129)
Dangerous Environments
Do not operate the unit in the presence of flammable gasses or fumes, or after the entry of
fluid into the machine.
Disposal of Product
If necessary, always dispose of defective units according to local regulations.
Conformance to International Standards
When installed and operated according to the instructions provided for the particular unit,
CashFlow®products meet the applicable international and national safety standards for
any country in which they are used.
SAFETY
All electrical connections to the product must be rated according to the requirements for
“Accessible SELV”circuits as defined in EN60335-1.The product is therefore suitable for
use in a class 2 (non-earthed or non-grounded) appliance.
Overcurrent protection is not included in the product and should be provided as part of the
host machine. The recommended fuse value at the rated supply of 12V is:
3A Slow blow (to EN60127)
Other protection methods may be used providing their overcurrent characteristics remain
within the overall operating characteristics of the above fuse.
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DOCUMENT GUIDE
This document is for field engineers using the CashFlow®126 and
CashFlow®129 products produced by Mars Electronics International (MEI).
As an aid to using this document a series of symbols are used in the text and
have the following meanings:
+This indicates that a useful tip or word of advice is shown here.
qWhere this symbol is shown it indicates that a specific action is called for
to ensure a successful installation or setup of the product.
vA note regarding the function to be carried out will appear beside this
symbol.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Mars Electronics International (MEI) has manufactured coin mechanisms compatible with
gaming and amusment machines for a number of years. Over this time the functionality of
the range has been enhanced to match your needs and still maintain mechanical
compatibility. The product detailed in this book is the CashFlow series. Use the following
pages to check you have the right product for your application.
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The entry bezel and the Y-chute options can be used with either the CashFlow®126
system or CashFlow®129 system. The CashFlow®126 can be supplied for fitting into a
short channel, so long as the machine has suitable mounting points for the bezel and
Y-chute.
The Y-chute is available in two versions, the one shown above which includes electronics
with back illumination of the dual coin/token bezel, and a version which has no
electronics. This version is suitable for coin only applications.
In a coin only application the interface loom from the machine goes directly to the
validator. The use of the dual coin/token application, however, requires adifferent loom,
which connects as shown above.
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The electrical connections and interfaces to each variant of CashFlow®126 and
CashFlow®129 are identical,and are found in the same locations.
(A) Machine Interface - This provides power to the validator and carries the coin inhibit
signals from the machine and coin outputs to the machine.
(B) Routing Plug - This comprises a series of links fitted to a route plug housing and is
used to set up the primary coin exits and any specific overflow exits.
(C) Separator Connector - The separator interface connection must be made before
physically attaching the validator and separator together. The separator will direct
accepted coins/tokens to defined exits.
(D) Route Inhibits -This connector is used to signal that a particular exit has reached
“full” status. Subsequent coins will be diverted to their defined overflow exits.
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INSTALLATION
Installing or removing the CashFlow®® product from your machine can be done by
following these simple instructions.
+When installing the CashFlow®® 126 Front Entry product it will be fitted to an MEI Front Plate and
the following instructions will always apply.
+The mounting channel for the CashFlow®® 126 top entry product is supplied by the machine
manufacturer,and therefore some variations may exist from machine to machine, however in
principle these instructions still apply.
CF126 Front Entry Installation
qConnect the separator loom to the connector at the base of the validator and locate
the rectangular boss on the top of the separator into the base of the validator.
qFirmly screw the separator fixing lugs onto the rear of the validator.
qHaving ensured that the front plate has a firm location onto the front of the
machine, insert the side of the validator onto the two round bosses at the rear of
the front plate and push firmly together until the two retaining clips are fully
engaged.
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CF 126 Top Entry Installation
+When mounted into a short channel the product must be fullyassembled and ready for use,
with only the machine interface loom to be connected.
qThe mounting points indicated must be firmlyseated into the channel and a
gap of between 2-3 mm left between the reject lever and the reject arm from
the machine. This small gap will ensure that the validator lid is able to fully
close when the reject button on the machine has been pressed and released.
The two Y-chutes already referred to can both be used with the short channel
version, but care must be taken to ensure that the gap mentioned above is
maintained between the Y-chute reject arm link and the reject lever of the coin
mechanism.
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CashFlow®129 System Installation
The system consists of a channel, Y-chute, CashFlow®129 validator, 8-way separator,
manifold and tube collar plate.
This is supplied as a complete system, but should you need to replace any part of it do so
only in a set sequence, starting from near the top.
+The Y-chute can, of course, be removed first, but it is not necessary to do so just to access the
other modules.
Removal of Validator and Separator
qEnsure that power is turned off, not only to the validator, but also to the Y-chute if
live.
qDis-connect machine interface loom, and the route inhibit connector.
qDis-engage the release catch and lift the validator and separator upwards out of
the mounting points. Pull the validator and separator forwards clear of channel.
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Removal of Manifold and Collar Plate
qThe manifold is supported in position by four lugs which slot into the side plates of
the channel. It is retained there by two catches, as is the collar plate at the bottom.
Bottom section of CashFlow®® 129 system
Removal of Y-chute
qAlways dis-connect the electrical connection first, if used, before removal of the
Y-chute.
qPinch together the bottom ends of the Y-chute and lift upwards and to the right
from the channel.
Top section of CashFlow®129 system
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ACCEPTANCE AND ROUTING
When the product is successfully mounted you will need to confirm that it is set up
correctly to accept good coins/tokens and direct them to where you want them to go.
First things first
qPress and release the reject button on the machine. Confirm that the lid on the
front of the validator closes fully when the reject button is released. If it does not
close fully the validator cannot function properly.
qTest that power is on by checking that the green LED on the front of the validator is
illuminated, it will flash off once when the reject lever is pressed.
Testing for Acceptance
qInsert into the machine a selection of all the coins/tokens shown on the validator
label. Acceptance of each one will be indicated by the LED flashing off once, and if
the coin/token is outside of the programmed window it will flash off twice. If the
LED flashes three time this indicates that the coin/token has been rejected by the
validator 4th sensor. Should the LED flash off four times this indicates either a
hardware or software inhibit is being applied.
Coin Routing
qConfirm that all coins and tokens are being routed to the required exits. If they are
not refer to the Trouble Shooting section. Settings may have been made on the
machine for hopper or tube limit switches, and these must be taken into account.
qIf further help is required then consult the Operators Handbook for the product or
contact either your distributor or local MEI office.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
The CashFlow®126 and CashFlow®129 products have the flexibility to change certain
settings such as varying the coin-set that it handles, or new routing for some of the
coins/tokens.
These changes can be carried out using the rotary data switch and the configuration
switch which are fitted uniquely to the CashFlow®126 and CashFlow®129 products. The
following pages show how, with the use of these switches, coins/tokens can be inhibited
or enabled, either a new individual token or a group of tokens selected and the machine
output mode changed.
In addition to these two switches there is a green diagnostic LED which signifies if any
changes you make have been successfully actioned or not.
Changes can also be made to the coin routing with the use of
a routing plug.
The routing plug is available in two forms, either ready-made
for specific applications, or do-it-yourself kits, consisting of
loose plugs and either wire links with crimps at each end or
links incorporating a sleeved IN4148 diode with crimps at each end. The diode version is
required to give protection from shorting where two separate coins are required to got to
the same exit. An illustration of how these can be assembled is shown on the next page.
Both versions are available from your distributor, who can assist you with assembly
details.
A summary follows of the way in which you can use the above features. For greater detail
of how to use all of these features you are advised to contact either your distributor or MEI
office for technical assistance.
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CONFIGURATION
Validator Interface Connector
The interface to the validator from the machine is exactly the same as those which apply
to the MS/ME series validators,with the exception of pin 8 of the 17-way connector
Connector 1 can accept either 15 pin or 17 pin interface connectors.
Inhibit 6
17
I
A Coin Inhibit
-
17
Inhibit 516IB Coin Inhibit1516 Inhibit 115IF Coin Inhibit1415 Inhibit 214IE Coin Inhibit1314 Inhibit 313ID Coin Inhibit1213
0V Supply
12
I
0V Supply
11
12
+12V Supply11I+12V Supply1011 Inhibit 410IC Coin Inhibit910 Accept Output 49OC Coin Output89 Select Line8IOutput Mode Input78
Accept Output 3
7
O
D Coin Output
6
7
Accept Output 26OE Coin Output56 Polarising Key5-Polarising Key 145 Accept Output 14OF Coin Output34
Accept Output
Common
3ICoin Output
Common
23 Accept Output 52OB Coin Output12 Ident signal1OA Coin Output-1
Function
BACTA Standard
Definition
PIN
No.
Input
or
Outpu
t
Function
Mars Compatible
Definitions
15
Way
Connector
17
Way
Connector
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Assembling a 22-Way Routing Plug
While the links are readily inserted into the routing plug by hand without specialist tools,
care is needed to ensure that they are fitted the correct way round, particularly with the
doide version, so that the barb in the pin engages with the recess in the plug. Having
inserted a link give it a gentle tug to ensure that it has engaged with the recess.
To assemble routing plugs which will route specified UK coins to the required exits
see the examples shown.
In example A Coin C (10P) is being directed to Exit D, Coin E (50P old) to Coin Exit C and
Coin F to Exit D.
Example B shows Coin B (Token) going to Exit B and Coin E (50p old) to Exit ‘b’.
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Route 712Route 7 Route 634Route 6 Route 556Route 5 Route 478Route 4 Route 3910Route 3 Route 21112Route 2 Route 11314Route 1
Coin A
15
16
Coin B
Coin C1718Coin D Coin E1920Coin F Coin G2122Coin H FUNCTIONPINPINFUNCTION
129 Routing Plug
Pinouts and Functions
Exit B12Exit B Exit D34Exit D
Exit C
5
6
Exit C
(Exit ‘b’)78(Exit ‘b’) (Exit ‘a’)910(Exit ‘a’) (Exit ‘c’)1112(Exit ‘c’) (Exit ‘d’)1314(Exit ‘d’) Coin A1516Coin B Coin C1718Coin D
Coin E
19
20
Coin F
Coin G2122Coin H FUNCTIONPINPINFUNCTION
126 Routing Plug
Pin outs and Functions

Coin and token values as shown on the coin set label are expressed in the following text
as channels. The relative positions of these channels and coins/tokens are shown on the
table below.
-15F-14E-13D-12C£211B£2 Tight10A£199 £188 50p New77 50p old66 50p old Tight55 20p44 10p33 5p22 Token 211 Token 100
Channel/Coin
Value
Coin Channel/
Label Position
Position
Seperator Exits
Viewed from above
129 126
N.B. Clear exits are Separator only
Shaded exits are Manifold only
EXIT POSITIONS
8765
4
3
2
11
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Reject
Separator Outline Manifold Outline
A
(a) B
(b)
D
(d) C
(c)
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Route Inhibit Connector
The function of the route Inhibit Connector is to signal when specific exits, external to the
product, are in a “Full” condition. Signals from the machine ensure that, while the “Full”
condition continues, further coins/tokens directed to that exit will be re-routed to an
alternative exit. The instruction as to which alternative exits can be used will normally
come from the routing plug.
+In order to inhibit a particular route, 0V must be applied to its respective pin.
+An alternative route must always be of a lower priority
Lowest
0v0v9Not definedNot defined8BDivert route 77DDivert route 66CDivert route 55(b)Divert route 44(a)Divert route 33
(c)
D
ivert route 2
2
Highest
(d)Divert route 11Priority
126129PIN
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Using the Rotary Data Switch and Configuration
Switches
Rotary Data Switch
The rotary data switch is used in conjunction with the
configuration switches. By pointing the arrow in the middle of
the switch, using a fine screwdriver, data can be entered into
the product. In Normal Operation mode the position of the arrow
is not critical to correct operation.
Configuration Teach Switches
These switches can be set to a series of positions which enable the product configuration
to be changed.
When teach modes are to be entered first SWITCH POWER OFF to
the unit, or an un-intended action could be set.
The example given here, with both the rotary data switch and the
configuration switch settings, is to enable channel 3in the coin set.
+Wherever in the examples that follow the switch is shown as hatched grey (usually switch 1) it
indicates that it does not matter if the switch is in the ON or OFF position. Switch 1 only features
in the settings for Alarm Enable when it must be in the ON position. When it is in the OFF
position the Alarm function is NOT active.
qAfter making any changes the
configuration switches 2, 3, and 4
MUST always return to either of the
Normal Operation positions shown
here.
Diagnostic LED
qThe LED will illuminate to indicate that the product is
powered up, and in addition will give various sequences of
flashes to confirm the acceptance or rejection status of
coins/tokens.
+Flash Sequence:Constantly ON Validator Power On
1 Flash Coin accepted / Reject lever pressed
2 Flashes Coin not recognised and rejected
3 Flashes Coin rejected by validator 4th sensor.
4Flashes Coin recognised but not accepted due to inhibit setting
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