NAMCO Crow for Cash User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR TO MAINTAIN CUSTOMER SAFETY
ATALLTIMES, AND IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE DETAILS SET OUT IN THIS MANUAL
ARE FOLLOWED PRECISELY
CROW FOR CASH

OPERATOR’SMANUAL............................................................................................................................... 1
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................. 3
1. Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 6
2. Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 7
3. Overall Structure ................................................................................................................................. 8
4. How to Play .........................................................................................................................................11
5. Adjustment of Payout Rate............................................................................................................... 12
6. DIP Switch Setting Chart .................................................................................................................. 15
7. RoutineMaintenance ........................................................................................................................ 16
8. Error Codes ....................................................................................................................................... 23
9. Test Mode........................................................................................................................................... 24
10. Names and Details of Parts .............................................................................................................. 27
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CONTENTS

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INSTALLATION
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zInstall the game machine according to the instructions and procedures described in
this operator’s manual. Failure to follow the specified procedures may result in a fire,
electrical shock, injury, or machine malfunction.
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zInsert the power plug firmly into an AC service outlet. Poor contact may cause
overheating that can lead to a fire or burns.
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installation can result in an accident or injury.
1) Adjusting the level adjusters
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casters must be raised above the floor in order to ensure machine stability. If the
machine is not stably installed, it can move and cause accidents or injury.
Lower the two level adjusters on the front side until the casters are raised 1 to 2 mm above the floor
(the casters should rotate freely in this condition).
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Caster Level adjust
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2) Adjusting the Tilt switch
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injury, and to prevent damage to the electrical circuitry of the machine, always turn
off the power switch before initiating the described task.
1
Open the front door.
2
Loosen the Phillips pan head screw (M3 x 6) on the weight.
3
Move the weight up or down to adjust the sensitivity. To reduce the sensitivity, raise the weight. To
increase the sensitivity, lower the weight. After the sensitivity has been adjusted, secure the
weight in position by tightening the screw.
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Adjust the washer position so that the weight is located at the center of the hole of the washer.
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If the weight is not at the center of the round hole, the machine is not level.Adjust the machine so that it
is perfectly level. (See “INSTALLATION 1) Adjusting the level adjusters.”)
Weight
Phillips pan head screw
(M3 x 6)
Weight Front do
or
Decreases the sensitivity.
(Adjustment range)
Increases the sensitivity.
Washer
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3) Supplying coins
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Open the front glass plate. With the power switch turned off, let coins fall off from the pusher
table. Coins will fall into the hopper and fill the hopper.
* Coins can be dropped from any of the four directions.
2
Add coins onto the pusher table.
3
Close the front glass plate.
4) Attaching the installation/connection bolts, nuts and washers
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injury, and to prevent damage to the electrical circuitry of the machine, always turn
off the power switch before initiating the described task.
Remove the six hold plugs for transportation on the side panels of the machine, and attach the provided
tamper-resistant installation/connection bolts, nuts and washers in their places.
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Installation/connection bolt,
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1. Specifications
1) Power supply specifications Rated voltage: 230 VAC
Rated frequency: 50 Hz
Rated current consumption: 100 W
2) External dimensions 565 (W) x 630 (D) x 1,650 (H) mm
3) Weight Approx. 85 kg
4) Coin hopper 10-pence coins
Hopper capacity:Approx. 700 coins
5) Installation location Indoors only

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2. Accessories
Make sure that the product package contains the following parts at the time of purchase.
Also, check that the provided master keys open the corresponding doors.
Accessory list
1) Operator’s manual: This manual
2) Maintenance keys (front glass plate, front door, back door): 3
3) Coin box keys: 2
4) Installation/connection bolts, nuts and washers: 6 (used to replace hole plugs)
5) Power cable: 1
Connection of cabinets
Game machine cabinets can be arranged next to each other and connected.
Use the provided installation/connection bolts, nuts and washers.
These bolts should be installed at the three locations indicated by circles in the right photo.
Position two game machine cabinets next to each other, and connect them by using three sets of
installation/connection bolts, nuts and washers.
Back side
of the
cabinet
Front side of the cabinet
Installation/connection bolt,
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3. Overall Structure
1. Front view
(A) RailiCharacter: The rail for carrying coins and the character section which judges the win/
loss result of inserted coins.
(B) Spiral unit: This unit discharges coins.
(C) Pusher table: Coins discharged from the spiral unit are collected on this table.
(D) Speaker: Produces background music and special sound effects.
(E) Coin payout outlet: The coins dispensed to a player are taken out from this section.
(F) Roulette: This roulette determines the number of winning coins.
(G) Coin inlet: Coins are inserted from this slot.
(H) Coin return outlet: Coins of incorrect size are returned to this outlet.
(I) Tilt switch: Dishonest actions such as shaking the machine are detected.

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2. Back view (internal view)
(A) I/O drive board: Circuit board for operating and driving lamps, motors, etc.
(B) Character motor: Motor for moving the character up and down.
(C) Pusher motor: Motor for moving the pusher table back and forth.
(D) Coin hopper: Supplies coins to the spiral unit.
(E) Main circuit board: Circuit board for game control.
(F) Power supply unit: The power supply circuit board can be accessed by removing the cover.
(G) Inlet: Connect the power cord.
(H) DIP switches: DIP switchesAon the top, and DIP switches B on the bottom.
DIP A
DIP B

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3. Inside of the front door (service panel)
(A) Field-in counter: Displays the cumulative number of coins dispensed to the pusher section.
(B) Coin-in counter: Displays the cumulative number of inserted coins.
(C) Hopper switch: Dispenses coins without operating the counter.
(D) Clear Error switch: After the causes of errors are removed, use this switch to resume the game.
(E) Power switch: Turns on the machine.
(F) Test switch: Activates the Test mode.
(G) Fuse: 3A
(H) Volume control: Located on the back side of the front door. When it is turned to the right, the
sound level increases.
(I) Coin box: Coins overflowing from the hopper are collected in this box.

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4. How to Play
1) Insert a coin into the coin inlet.
2) The inserted coin rolls down on the rail.
3) If the character can pick up the coin successfully, the roulette starts.
If the character fails to pick up the coin, the coin falls onto the pusher table.
When the character catches the coin:
The character puts the coin into the Chance hole located near the character’s feet, and the rou-
lette starts to determine the number of coins to be dispensed.
Coins are dispensed from the spiral unit onto the pusher table according to the number indicated
by the roulette.
4) The player obtains the coins that are pushed by the pusher and end up in the coin payout outlet.
*If the game machine is shaken or jolted, the Tilt switch is activated and stops the game.
At the same time, the shutter closes to disallow removal of coins from the machine.
(The DIP switches can be used to select automatic reset mode or manual reset mode.)

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5. Adjustment of Payout Rate
About payout ratio
In this game machine, there are two types of payout rate. One indicates the ratio of coins dispensed
from the hopper to the number of inserted coins (intermediate payout ratio). The other is the ratio of
the number of coins falling into the coin payout outlet to the number of coins dispensed from the
hopper (field payout ratio).
By setting/changing these payout ratios, the final payout rate can be adjusted.
Final payout rate = Intermediate payout rate x Field payout rate
(Example 30% = 275% [factory setting] x 11%)
1) Adjusting the DIP switches (adjustment of intermediate pay-
out rate)
The intermediate payout rate can be adjusted by setting/changing the DIP switch positions.
Intermediate payout rate = Number of coins dispensed from hopper Number of inserted coins
iThe intermediate payout rate should be used only as a guideline figure.
iRegarding the setting of the payout rate with the DIP switches, refer to the explanation of the setting
of DIP switches B in “6. DIP Switch Setting Chart.”
2) Adjusting the front edge (adjustment of field payout rate)
The field payout rate can be adjusted by raising or lowering the front edge.
(For the adjustment of the front edge, refer to page 13.)
iRaising the front edge decreases the field payout rate.
iLowering the front edge increases the field payout rate.
Field payout rate = Number of coins to coin payout outlet Number of coins dispensed from
hopper
iThe guideline field payout rate can be measured by using theAuto Text in Test Mode 6 described
in “9. Test Mode.”
* For more precise measurement of field payout rate, refer to “4) Procedure for measuring the field
payout rate.”
* The payout rate has been provisionally set at the factory. Be sure to adjust the settings to match
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3) Adjusting the front edge
To adjust the front edge, follow the procedure described below.
1
Remove the front glass plate.
2
A Loose the two screws that are holding the front edge (see the photo below).
* Only loosen the screws. If the screws are removed, they can accidentally fall into the hopper.
3
Adjust the vertical positioning of the front edge.
iRaising the front edge decreases the field payout rate.
iLowering the front edge increases the field payout rate.
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Tighten the two screws on the front edge.
Decreases the payout rate.
Increases the payout rate.

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4) Procedure for measuring the field payout rate
Calculate the field payout rate by following the procedure below.
1. Preparation for the measurement
Before starting the measurement, conduct Test Mode 6 (Auto Test) once to ensure proper mea-
suring conditions.
1
Remove all coins from the pusher table.
2
Fill the hopper with ample coins.
3
Set Test Mode 6 (Auto Test) and press the Clear Error switch.
4
In Test Mode 6, the hopper dispenses 1,000 coins, and stops automatically (it takes about 17
minutes).
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Make sure that coins are evenly distributed on the pusher table to ensure proper measure-
ment.
2. Measurement
1.After the preparation described in 1 is completed, start the measurement.
1
Check the coin payout outlet to make sure there is no coin in the outlet.
2
Fill the hopper with ample coins.
3
Set Test Mode 6 (Auto Test) and press the Clear Error switch.
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In Test Mode 6, the hopper dispenses 1,000 coins, and stops automatically (it takes about 17
minutes).
* If Test Mode 6 stops before completing the process, check the following possible causes.
iThere were not enough coins in the hopper, and the hopper became empty.
The machine displays “out of coins” indication, and the operation pauses.
Fill the hopper with coins, and press the Hopper switch to resume the operation.
iCoins of incorrect size are used.
The machine displays “out of coins” indication, and the operation pauses.
Remove the coins of incorrect size, and press the Hopper switch to resume the operation.
iThe field payout rate is set too high.
Adjust the front edge by referring to “3)Adjusting the front edge.”
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Count the number of coins that ended up in the coin payout outlet.
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Calculate the field payout rate by using the following formula.
Field payout rate = Number of coins to coin payout outlet Number of coins dispensed from
hopper (1,000 coins) x 100
* Use the calculated field payout rate only as a guideline figure.
By repeating the above measurement, the accuracy of the guideline value improves. When
repeating the measurement, be sure to conduct the preparation described in 1 before each
measuring operation.

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6. DIP Switch Setting Chart
* Set the payout rate by referring to “5.Adjustment of Payout Rate.”
* Turn off the power switch before changing settings.
* When settings are changed, the internal memory will be cleared.
The internal memory can be also cleared by turning on the power switch while holding the Test switch
pressed.
When the internal memory has been successfully cleared, the “Namco” announcement will not be produced at
power ON.
Setting of DIP switchesA
Description of setting 1 2 3456 78
Demo sound OFF OFF
ON ON
Fixed at OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
Tilt setting Automatic reset OFF
Manual reset ON
Standard factory setting ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
Setting of DIP switches B
Description of setting 1 2 3456 78
220% OFF OFF OFF OFF
225% ON OFF OFF OFF
230% OFF ON OFF OFF
235% ON ON OFF OFF
240% OFF OFF ON OFF
Intermediate 245% ON OFF ON OFF
payout rate 250% OFF ON ON OFF
(guideline value) 255% ON ON ON OFF
260% OFF OFF OFF ON
265% ON OFF OFF ON
270% OFF ON OFF ON
275% ON ON OFF ON
280% OFF OFF ON ON
285% ON OFF ON ON
290% OFF ON ON ON
295% ON ON ON ON
Number of 50 ON
coins for “?” 90 OFF
Fixed at OFF OFF OFF OFF
Standard factory setting ON ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF

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7. Routine Maintenance
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turn off the power switch to protect the service staff and other people from electric
shock, accidents and injury.
Pre-service check
@Test operation
Play the game machine before commencing service operation to make sure that the character
moves properly, there is no abnormal noise or vibration, all lamps are working, the machine is
safe to operate, and there is no broken section that could be hazardous.
If the machine produces any abnormal noise, turn off the power immediately and take an appro-
priate measure.
@Supplying coins
Check the coin hopper, and add more coins or remove coins to adjust the amount of coins if
necessary.
Cleaning and maintenance
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accidents.
zCleaning
Turn off the main power switch.Apply a diluted neutral detergent to a soft cloth, such as flannel,
and wipe the machine.
* Never use any solvent such as alcohol and thinner (lacquer).
zPeriodic maintenance
Periodically check the lamps, switches, etc. of the machine.
If both ends of the fluorescent tube have darkened or the fluorescent lamp starts blinking, re-
place at the earliest convenient time.
Periodic maintenance can prevent power consumption increase as well as overheating and
other malfunctions.
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(1)Cleaning thespiral unit
Since many coins pass through the spiral unit, dust and dirt can collect inside the unit after many hours
of operation.
When the spiral unit becomes dirty, clean it by following the procedure described below.
Conduct the cleaning work at a site where the hopper can be placed stably.
a. Dismount the spiral unit by referring to “* Removing the spiral unit” on the following page.
b. Remove the four screws on the front and back sections that are indicated with circles in the photo,
and remove the top and bottom fixtures from the spiral unit.
c. After taking out the inside section, wash thoroughly with a neutral detergent.
d. After cleaning, dry it thoroughly. Reassemble by following the removal sequence in reverse.

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* Removing the spiral unit
a. Remove the front glass plate.
b. Remove the three screws indicated with circles in the right photo, and pull
the spiral unit forward.
* Place a sheet under the unit in order to prevent screws from falling into the
hopper during the removal work.
(2) Replacing the fluorescent lamp
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injury, and to prevent damage to the electrical circuitry of the machine, always turn
off the power switch before initiating the described task.
a. Remove the front glass plate.
b. Replace the fluorescent lamp.
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(3) Removing the hopper
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injury, and to prevent damage to the electrical circuitry of the machine, always turn
off the power switch before initiating the described task.
To clean the hopper or conduct maintenance, remove the hopper by following the procedure described
below.
a. Remove the back door from the game machine cabinet.
b. Remove the one screw located at the upper section of the hopper rail.
c. Unplug the hopper motor connector, and remove the two wing bolts that are holding the main unit.
d. Remove the hopper by pulling it carefully toward the back, making sure that it does not contact
other parts.
e. To reinstall the hopper, follow the removal sequence in reverse.
* Special parts are installed to the upper section of the hopper rail.
When replacing the hopper, be sure to install the special parts by referring to the page showing the
internal parts in the back section of the cabinet in “10. Names and Details of Parts.”
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(4)Adjusting the side covers
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injury, and to prevent damage to the electrical circuitry of the machine, always turn
off the power switch before initiating the described task.
iIf the pusher generates abnormal noise or stops operating, the problem may be solved by adjusting
the positions of the side covers. To adjust the side cover positions, follow the procedure described
below.
Preparation for the adjustment
iWith the pusher fully extended toward the front, turn off the power switch.
iRemove coins from the pusher.
iDismount the spiral unit.
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Adjustment procedure
a. Loosen the screws (3 screws on each side) that are holding the side covers.
b.Provide a gap of 0.5 mm to 1 mm between the pusher sheet metal and each cover, and tighten the
screws.
c. Turn on the power switch and check the operation.
Gap measuring 0.5 mm
to 1 mm in width
Side coverSide cover