SeeTech iHUNTER Series User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
(iHUNTER Series)
REV 1.0

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PREFACE
●This technical manual describes the product’s mechanisms, maintenance and servicing
procedures, and other technical information.
●Any major technical changes will be announced in a service bulletin.
Update this manual with the service bulletins.
Minor details in this manual are subject to change without notice.
●If there are any discrepancies between this manual and the basic agreement or specifications
sheet exchanged between seetech and a customer, the basic agreement or specifications sheet
is to be regarded as correct.
●The contents of this manual apply only to the specified product.
In principle, seetech cannot be held responsible for the application of the manual’s
contents to other products nor for a third part’s commercial rights to drive circuits, etc.
●Reproduction, copying, or fabrication of any information contained in this manual,
without prior consent of seetech , is forbidden.

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Contents
CHAPTER 1. FEATURE
1-1. SUMMERY OF FUNCTIONS........................................................................................6
1-2. APPEARANCE.............................................................................................................7
1-3. PACKING LIST.............................................................................................................8
CHAPTER 2. SPECIFICATION
2-1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION.....................................................................................9
2-2. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS..........................................................................10
2-3. THE ENVIRONMENT CONDITION............................................................................10
2-4. CERTIFICATION ........................................................................................................11
2-5. PART SPECIFICATION..............................................................................................11
CHAPTER 3. HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
3-1. THE CONSTRUCTION OF SENSORS ......................................................................12
3-2. DESCRIPTION OF DISPLAY .....................................................................................13
3-3. HOW TO PLACE NOTES PROPERLY ON HOPPER................................................14
3-4. DECRIPTION OF KEY ...............................................................................................15
CHAPTER 4. RS-232C PROTOCOL
4-1. Abstract .....................................................................................................................16
4-2. System block diagram..............................................................................................16
4-3. SERIAL INTERFACE SPECIFICATION .....................................................................16
4-4. Flow chart of software..............................................................................................18
4-5. EXAMPLE SOFTWARE USING RS-232C PROTOCOL........................................... 19
4-6.Descriptions of Key Pad .......................................................................................... 21
4-7.Descriptions of COMMAND ..................................................................................... 21
CHAPTER 5. OPERATION
5-1. SELF DIAGNOSIS .....................................................................................................22
5-2. BASIC MODE.............................................................................................................23
5-3. OPERATION MODE Ⅰ..............................................................................................28
5-4. OPERATION MODE Ⅱ..............................................................................................33
5-5. MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................38
5-6. TROUBLE SHOOTING ..............................................................................................39

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CHAPTER 6. SETTING MODE
6-1. SET THE SERIAL PRINTER......................................................................................40
6-2. DESCRIPTION OF SERIAL PRINTER MENU ...........................................................42
6-3. PRINT THE RECEIPT ................................................................................................43
6-4. PRINT THE ERROR REPORT...................................................................................45
6-5. HOW TO SET THE USER SETTING MODE..............................................................46
6-6. DESCRIPTION OF USER SETTING MODE ..............................................................47
6-7. DETAIL OF USER SETTING MODE..........................................................................49
CHAPTER 7. DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY
7-1. MAIN BOARD DISASSEMBLY..................................................................................50
7-2. MOTOR BOARD DISASSEMBLY..............................................................................51
7-3. DETECTOR MODULE DISASSEMBLY .....................................................................52
7-4. DETECTOR MODULE DISASSEMBLY DRAWING...................................................53
7-5. CIS BOARD DISASSEMBLY .....................................................................................55
7-6. CF BOARD DISASSEMBLY ......................................................................................57
7-7. CF REAR & MR SENSOR DISASSEMBLY ...............................................................59
7-8. IR REAR SENSOR DISASSEMBLY (option) ............................................................62
7-9. CIS (Contact Image Sensor) DISASSEMBLY ..........................................................65
7-10. UPGRADE & EXTERNAL BOARD DISASSEMBLY ...............................................66
7-11. DISPLAY BOARD DISASSEMBLY ..........................................................................67
7-12. SMPS DISASSEMBLY .............................................................................................69
7-13. MAIN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY................................................................................70
7-14. SUB MOTOR DISASSEMBLY .................................................................................72
7-15. SOLENOID DISASSEMBLY ....................................................................................74
7-16. KICKER ROLLER RUBBER DISASSEMBLY .........................................................75
7-17. BITE ROLLER ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY...........................................................77
7-18. SPLIT ROLLER ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY.........................................................79
7-19. REJECT SENSOR DISASSEMBLY.........................................................................81
7-20. REJECT POCKET DISASSEMBLY .........................................................................83
7-21. STACKER SENSOR DISASSEMBLY ......................................................................84
7-22. REAL TIME BOARD ASSEMBLY (option)..............................................................86
7-23. IR BOARD & IR CONNECTOR BOARD DISASSEMBLY .......................................88

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CHAPTER 8. UPGRADE & CALIBRATION
8-1. UPGRADE INSTRUCTION ........................................................................................90
8-2. SETTING INSTRUCTION...........................................................................................99
8-2-1. MAIN BOARD SETTING..................................................................................99
8-2-2. CF BOARD SETTING .....................................................................................106
8-2-3. IR BOARD SETTING ......................................................................................116
8-2-4. CIS BOARD SETTING ....................................................................................122
8-3. DESCRIPTION OF TECHNICAL MENU ..................................................................129
8-3-1. TECHNICAL SERVICE MENU ........................................................................129
8-3-2. SUPERVISOR MENU.......................................................................................134
8-3-3. CIS TEST MODE .............................................................................................137
8-3-4. CF LEVEL ADJUST MODE ...........................................................................142
APPENDIX
1. ERROR CODE ............................................................................................................148
2. ADJUST THE GAP KNOB ..........................................................................................152
3. How to adjust the gap ...............................................................................................153

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CHAPTER 1. FEATURE
1-1. SUMMERY OF FUNCTIONS
•Currency discrimination counter with image processing technology
This machine uses advanced image processing technology, so i - Hunter can discriminate banknote
currency more accurately and precisely. i - Hunter has 4 types of discrimination mode as following.
- Mixed mode : identifies mixed denomination bills quickly and provides total value and piece count
- Single mode : counts a specific denomination and classifies all others to the reject pocket
- Separation mode : recognizes the first banknote and separates different denominations to the reject pocket
- Direction mode : processes all the notes “ faced and oriented ” and rejects all others
•Excellent Counterfeit Detection
i-Hunter carries high levels of counterfeit detection with UV, FL, IR and Superior Magnetic Detection system.
Most suspect notes will not escape this advanced detection technology.
•Non-stop throughout
Machine' s feed mechanism ensures non-stop throughout for variety of functions.
- identifies mixed denomination bills quickly and provides total value and piece count.
- counts a specific denomination and classifies all others to the reject pocket.
- recognizes the first banknote and separates different denominations to the reject pocket.
- processes all the notes “ faced and oriented ” and rejects all others .
•Large Easy-to-read LCD Display
Easy-to-read LCD display shows variety information at the same time and provides convenient graphic
user interfaces
•Other Features
- Low noise
- Easy software upgrade
- Easy maintenance
- Desktop type
- Graceful design
- Clear note path with Easy access

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1-2. APPEARANCE
HOPPER GUIDE
(Both sides)
HOPPER
LCD DISPLAY WINDOW
REJECT POCKET
RELEASE BUTTON
(Both sides)
STACKER POCKET
GAP ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
REAR COVER CLOSER
SERIAL PORT
POWER SWITCH
POWER CONNECTOR

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1-3. PACKING LIST
♣BASIC
♣OPTIONS
Machine User Manual Power Cable
RS232C cable Serial Print cable External Display

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CHAPTER 2. SPECIFICATION
2-1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Available currencies EURO, USD, LOCAL (OPTION)
Dimension(mm) 330(W)X350(D)X370(H) Display 4.1inch Graphic LCD
Weight Approx. 16Kg Denomination Detection Full Line Image Sensor
Countable Notes Size 60X90mm~100X180mm Counterfeit Detection UV,FL,MG,IR
Countable Note
Thickness 0.08~0.12mm
Speed
Denomination
count 1000notes/min
Hopper Capacity 300notes(circulated notes) Piece count Max.1500notes/min
Pockets 1pocket and 1reject Feed System Roller friction system
Main Pocket Capacity 200notes(circulated notes) Power supply 100~240V AC,
50/60Hz
Reject Pocket
Capacity
Max.90notes
(circulated notes) Power consumption Max.110 Watts
♣OPTIONS
Local Currency Max.2 currency IR Detection Full Line IR Sensor
External Display LCD type for
customer Bill Printout
With RS232C Interface for PC
and external printer, Print user
name
Serial Number
Recognition Max.400notes/min
Serial Number
Manager Software
For saving and converting
OCR the serial number in
PC
Upgrade Kit For upgrade the machine
Discriminational
Function
Discriminate between old
and new Real Time Clock For Local time printout

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2-2. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
♣ Ratings : AC 100~240V, 50/60Hz
2-3. THE ENVIRONMENT CONDITION
The machine will run its best when stored and operated in an environment that meets the following
temperature and humidity conditions.
Operating temperature 5℃to 40℃
Storage temperature -15℃to 60℃
Shipping temperature -40℃to 70℃
Relative Humidity
Operating : 30 to 70% RH (non-condensing)
Storage : 20 to 85% RH (non-condensing)
Shipping : 5 to 90% RH ( non-condensing)

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2-4. CERTIFICATION
2-5. PART SPECIFICATION
Europe CE marking, TÜV/GS:EN60950-1 ; 2001
National CB-scheme : IEC 60950-1 ; 2001
China CCC : GB9254-1998(2005020912000155)
Australia Safety
SMPS(DHI110-B7H)
Input specification
Rated input voltage: 85 to 264VAC
Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz
Rated input current: 2.4A (85VAC)
1.2A(170VAC)
Output specification
Output voltage: 24 V, 5V, 7VDC
Rated output current: 3.0 A (24V, 7VDC)
0.3~3.0A(5VDC)
Rated output power: 60W
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions: 187X120X43
(
mm
)
DC MOTOR (HMP-4468-097A)
Performance Data
Input voltage: DC 24V
No Load
Speed: 4300R.P.M
Current: 0.2A
At Maximum Efficiency
Speed: 3610R.P.M
Current: 1.05A
Output: 15.4W
Life: 2000H
Weight: 360g
SWING SELECTOR (KHA38H01A)
Specification
Swing angle: 20°
Change position: 10°
Input voltage: DC 24V
Wire woung resistance (at 20°C): 20Ω
Non electrification retention torque:
215×10-4N･m
Swing operation time: 10.5ms
Insulated class: E class
Weight: 65g

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CHAPTER 3. HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
3-1. THE CONSTRUCTION OF SENSORS
CIS COUTER
SENSOR(RX)
MAIN COUTER
SENSOR(RX)
UV SENSOR
CIS
SENSOR
MAIN COUTER
SENSOR(TX)
MAGNETIC
SENSOR
UV
SENSOR
REJECT POCKET
SENSOR
REJECT COUNTER
SENSOR
HOPPER
SENSOR
STACKER
SE
NSOR

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3-2. DESCRIPTION OF DISPLAY
①Operation Mode : Display the current operation mode
②Use of Reject : Whether or not use of Reject Pocket
③Counterfeit Detection : Whether or not use of counterfeit detection
④Number of notes on Reject Pocket :
⑤Number of notes in Stacker Pocket :
⑥Currency Mark : Display the current currency
⑦Total value of accepted notes : Total value of the Stacker Pocket
⑧Selected Batch Number : Display the current batch number
⑨Speed : Display the current speed
⑩ADD mode activation : Whether or not use of ADD function
Mix RJP CF
--------------------
0 0
$ 0
--------------------
B100 S1000 ADD
②Use of Reject ③Counterfeit Detection
①Operation Mode
⑤Number of notes
in Stacker Pocket
⑦Total value of
accepted notes
④Number of notes
on Reject Pocket
⑥Currency Mark
⑧Selected Batch Number ⑨Speed ⑩ADD mode activation

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3-3. How to place notes properly on Hopper
Before count the notes, user is recommended to adjust the hopper guide.
If you not adjust the hopper guide, the machine does not work properly.
1. Place a note on the HOPPER referring
to following figure.
2. Move the HOPPER guide to make the
guide size is the same with the note
size.
3. If you use to USD or EURO, refer to
symbol of Hopper sticker.

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3-4. DECRIPTION OF KEY
KEY DESCRIPTION
▲/+10 Use of increasing in normal. To enter User Setting Mode and Serial Print Mode.
(When pressing and holding down the key)
BATCH Batch function key. This is consists of 6 batch value.
If you change the value, enter the User Setting Mode.
▼/+1 Use of decreasing in normal. To enter Technical service menu.
(When pressing and holding down the key)
LEVEL Change the DDL value in count mode. Using this key, you can adjust the DDL
value.
SPEED Change the count speed for count mode. After pressing this key, you can adjust the
speed by pressing +10 of +1 key.
ADD When pressing and holding down the key, you can enter the cumulate mode.
CF Counterfeit detection active or deactivate function.
CURRENCY Choice of currency. To enter CIS TEST MODE.
(When pressing and holding down the key)
PRINT
After counting, when pressing and holding down the key, shows the denomination
information. In serial mode, press it, denomination prints out printer or LCD
Display.
MODE Choose of operation mode.
RESTART
/STOP Quit the mode menu and clear count value information in the Display.

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CHAPTER 4. RS-232C PROTOCOL
4-1. Abstract
This specification defines interface specification between Machine and computer or
Controller with RS-232 port.
4-2. System Block Diagram
4-3. Serial Interface Specification
1) Description of Serial Port for RS-232 PORT
Emulation MODE : SEETECH RS-232 Protocol ( This protocol only supply by from SEETECH )
Baud Rate : 2,400 bps ~ 115,200 bps ( 115,200 bps is a Default Value of Factory. )
Data Bits : 8 bits
Stop Bits : 1 bit
Handshaking : DTR/DSR
Parity Check : Disable

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2) Connector D-SUB 15 to D-SUB-9 ( HARNESS )
MACHINE COMPUTER or CONTROLLER
3) Interface signal – D-SUB 15 PIN ( Female )
Pin No. Signal Name Signal Direction Contents
1 GROUND Signal Ground
2 ~ 7 None
8 RXD Input Receive Data
9 ~ 11 None
12 TXD Output Transmit Data
13 ~ 15 None
4) Interface signal – D-SUB 9 PIN ( Female )
Pin No. Signal Name Signal Direction Contents
1 None
2 RXD Input Receive Data
3 TXD Output Transmit Data
4 None
5 GROUND Signal Ground
6 ~ 9 None

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4-4. FLOW CHART OF SOFTWARE
1) Machine
2) COMPUTER / CONTROLLER WITH RS-232 PORT
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
START
T
INITIAL SYSTEM
CHECK SYSTEM
SEND A COMMAND TO MACHINE
“REPORT READY TO USE RS-232
PORT”
Is System OK?
READY RS-232
PORT?
Does a
Command
Select?
SEND COMMAND
NO
YES
YES
NO
START
INITIAL SYSTEM
CHECK SYSTEM
CHECK MEMORY
CHECK SUB PART
SEND A REACTION DATA TO COMPUTER
OR CONTROLLER
“READY TO USE RS-232 PORT”
Operation as a counter
Is System OK?
Does
Command
receive?
Command Analysis
Perform Command

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4-5. Example software using RS-232C protocol
Show to execute “the Cyber Operator”
(1) Connect Machine to PC.
(2) Execute the cyberOperator.exe file.
(3) Choose the communication ports and baud rate.
Baud rate is the same as Machine’s baud rate.
And don’t change the blue box parameters.

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(4) Click the connect icon then red light changes to green.
(5) Display shows as below.
This is the same key pad as Machine. If you click the CF icon, CF function is activated to the
machine.