Semacon S-1600 Series User manual

S-1600 Series Currency Counter
Operating Manual
Models S-1600, S-1615 and S-1625 Including "V" Series

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CONTENTS
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No part of this document may be copied or reproduced for any reason without prior written permission from Semacon.
Revision M09
Introduction
1
Front View Counter Diagram
2
Rear View Counter Diagram
3
Control Panel Overview
4
Control Panel Functions
5
Operating Instructions Overview
-Startup
-Basic Counting Process
-Error Codes During the Counting Process
6
Modes and Functions
-Add Mode
-Auto and Manual Mode
-Batching
7
Value Mode (V Models Only)
8
Counterfeit Detection
9
Maintenance
-Clearing a Jam
-Cleaning
-Feed Tension Adjustment
10
Startup Malfunction Codes
12
Counting Error Codes
13
Technical Specifications
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SEMACON S-1600 SERIES CURRENCY COUNTERS
This Operating Manual serves as a general guide for operating your Semacon S-1600 Series
Currency Counter. This machine is a heavy-duty, premium bank grade currency counter
designed to save time and labor while counting banknotes in bulk. Before starting, please read
the manual thoroughly to become familiar with the operation and functions of the machine.
Please follow the operating instructions step by step and skip the functions that are not applicable
to the model you purchased. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact your
authorized distributor or Semacon.
WARNINGS:
The machine should only be connected to a main AC socket with proper grounding and correct voltage.
Please turn off the power switch and unplug the power cable before you open the back cover or when the
machine will not be in use for an extended period of time.
Model
Counting
Mode
Adding
Mode
Counting Speed
(Notes/Min)
Value
Mode
UV Counterfeit
Detection
MG Counterfeit
Detection
S-1600
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
-
-
-
S-1615
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
-
√
-
S-1625
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
-
√
√
S-1600V
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
√
-
-
S-1615V
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
√
√
-
S-1625V
√
√
1000/1200/1500/1800
√
√
√

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S-1600 SERIES CURRENCY COUNTER
FRONT VIEW
1) Carrying Handle
2) Sliding Hopper Guides
3) Separation Mechanism
4) LCD Display
5) Left Side Cover
6) Stacker Rack
7) Feed Deck
8) Control Panel
9) Stacker Roller
10) Right Side Cover
11) Feed Tension Adjustment Knob
Figure 1
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S-1600 SERIES CURRENCY COUNTER
REAR VIEW
12) Upper Cover
13) Power Switch
14) Power Socket
15) Serial Number Label
16) External Display Connector
17) Rear Cover
Figure 2
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CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW
KEY
FUNCTION
START/STOP
Starts, restarts or stops the counting process.
CLR
Clears the counting number display.
ADD
Switches between ADD mode and NORM (or NOM) mode.
SPD
Changes the counting speed.
1 - 9
Number buttons for selecting the batch stop setting.
0/C
Clears the batch stop setting or functions as 0 when selecting the batch stop
setting.
UV
Turns on/off the UV counterfeit detection feature. (Models S-1615 and S-
1625)
MG
Turns on/off the MG counterfeit detection feature. (Model S-1625 only)
Model S-1600
Model S-1615 with Ultraviolet Counterfeit Detection
Model S-1625 with Ultraviolet and Magnetic Counterfeit Detection

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CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS
The START/STOP button is used to restart the counting process after the
machine stops during batch counting or after an error occurs.
THRU
The number buttons are used for selecting the batch stop setting. In this mode,
the counter will stop each time the batch stop setting is reached and the operator
then removes the batch from the stacker. Batch stop settings between 1 and 999
bills can be entered. The batch stop setting will appear on the display above
BATCH (see Figure 1). The selected batch number can be cleared by pressing the
0/C button. This deactivates the batch stop mode.
The CLR button clears the quantity of banknotes counted, which appears on the
screen of the display panel above COUNT (see Figure 1). The counting process is
then reset to begin again at “0”.
The ADD button switches between ADD mode and NORM (or NOM) mode.
When the machine is in ADD mode, the machine will add the count for each stack
of bills to the previous total. In NORM mode, the total is cleared each time a
stack of bills is removed from the stacker.
The UV button turns on/off the Ultraviolet Counterfeit Detection feature. When
Ultraviolet Counterfeit Detection is activated, UV (or U)
will appear above
MODE on the display and the counter will scrutinize the paper of each banknote
during the counting process to determine if there are any suspect counterfeit
notes. If a suspect counterfeit banknote is detected, the counter will stop and
alert the operator. If you are experiencing too many false UV suspects, the UV
detection feature should be adjusted or deactivated.
(This feature applies to models S-1615 and S-1625 only)
The MG button turns on/off the Magnetic Counterfeit Detection feature. When
Magnetic Counterfeit Detection is activated, MG (or M)
will appear above
MODE on the display and the counter will scrutinize the ink of each banknote
during the counting process to determine if there are any suspect counterfeit
notes. If a suspect counterfeit banknote is detected, the counter will stop and
alert the operator. If you are experiencing too many false MG suspects, the MG
detection feature should be adjusted or deactivated.
(This feature applies to model S-1625 only)
The SPD button adjusts the counting speed of the machine. When this button is
pressed, the number below SPEED on the display will switch between 1000,
1200, 1500, and 1800, with 1000 being the slowest counting speed and 1800
being the fastest. The recommended setting is 1500.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW
Startup
1) Turn on the power switch located on the back of the counter near the power socket. The
display will read, SELF TESTING…, indicating that the unit is completing a self-check process and
checking each sensor.
2) SELF TEST PASSED will appear below SELF TESTING… to indicate that the counter has
successfully completed its self-diagnostic process and is now in standby mode and ready to be
used.
3) If the machine encounters a problem during the self-check startup process, an error message
will appear on the display. For example: STACKER SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
Please refer to the Startup Malfunction Codes to determine what the error code represents.
Basic Counting Process
1) Place the banknotes in the hopper and the counter will auto-start the counting process. It will
count all the banknotes in the hopper and show the total count above COUNT on the display.
2) To continue counting, remove all of the counted banknotes from the stacker and place the
next stack of banknotes in the hopper. The counter will begin counting from "0" again.
3) If the banknotes in the stacker are not removed before placing additional banknotes into the
hopper, the counter will restart automatically but will add the additional banknotes to the
previous total.
Error Codes During The Counting Process
During the counting process, if a suspect counterfeit banknote is detected or a feeding error
occurs (such as double note, chain note or half note), the counter will stop counting and the
appropriate error code will be displayed. Please see the Counting Error Code List to interpret
the meaning of any error codes.
NOTE: Avoid placing damp or wet banknotes into the machine. Always be sure to remove
any paper clips, rubber bands, staples or other items attached to the banknotes before
counting. If the banknotes are curled, folded or bent, flatten them before running them
through the machine.

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MODES AND FUNCTIONS
Add Mode
Adding during count mode is performed by pressing the ADD button (NORM will switch to ADD
beneath ADD on the display). With this mode turned on, the machine will add the count for each
stack of bills to the previous total.
Auto and Manual Start Mode
Normally, the counter starts counting automatically when bills are placed in the hopper. This
Auto Start Mode is indicated with an Aon the display below AUTO. If you do not want the
machine to start counting automatically, press and hold the number 1key until Mappears below
on the display below AUTO. This will activate Manual Start Mode. In this mode, the machine
won’t start counting until the START/STOP button is pressed.
Batching
1) Select any number from 1-999 above BATCH on the display by pressing the numeric keys on
the control panel. For example, to preset the batch number “50”, press the 5key and then press
the 0/C key.
2) Place banknotes in the hopper. The machine will start counting and will stop once the
counted number reaches the preset batch stop setting.
3) To repeat batch counting, simply remove the banknotes from the stacker and the machine will
count the next batch.
4) To clear the batch stop setting, press the 0/C button until nothing appears above BATCH on
the display.
NOTE: Add mode can also be used when batching if the operator selects a batch stop setting
while the ADD mode is activated.

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VALUE MODE
("V" Models Only)
Models S-1600V, S-1615V and S-1625V offer the Value Mode feature. This feature enables the
operator to select a denomination on the control panel so the counting results are displayed in
dollars. On these models, a VAL button is included on the control panel to the left of the ADD
button. To activate the value counting feature, press the VAL button. AUTO will change to $1
on the display screen below DENOM. Pressing the VAL button repeatedly will cycle through the
denominations. When Value Mode is activated, the machine will count all the banknotes in the
hopper as if they were the denomination displayed on the screen. The total count will be
displayed in dollars above COUNT on the display screen. To exit Value Mode, press the VAL
button until AUTO appears on the display screen below DENOM.
IMPORTANT!
Value counting machines cannot detect the difference between
denominations. While in Value Mode, the machine will accept and count all bills in
the stack as the denomination that was selected by the operator. Any sorting errors or
incorrect denomination entries will not be detected by the machine.

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COUNTERFEIT DETECTION
Certain counter models contain a sophisticated counterfeit detection system (models S-1615 and
S-1625). While the counterfeit detection features are designed to be as accurate as possible, they
are specifically designed to pinpoint suspect banknotes that are believed to have a high
probability of being counterfeit. An alert to a suspect counterfeit banknote does not assure or
guarantee that the banknote is counterfeit. Additionally, while the counter is designed to detect
potential counterfeit banknotes, there is always the possibility that an actual counterfeit banknote
may pass through the screening process undetected.
The UV detection found in models S-1615 and S-1625 is designed to inspect and scrutinize the
banknote paper for potential counterfeit properties while the MG detection found in model S-
1625 is designed to inspect and scrutinize the banknote ink for potential counterfeit properties.
The combination of UV and MG detection capabilities found in model S-1625 offers the greatest
protection for US bills and has the highest probability of catching a suspect counterfeit banknote.

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MAINTENANCE
Clearing A Jam
With the machine off and the power cord unplugged, reach in and remove any jammed
banknotes if they are visible from either the top area of the machine near the feed rollers or the
bottom area of the machine near the stacker. If the obstruction is not visible, the operator can cut
a bill-sized piece from a file folder and use the feed rollers to manually roll it through the
machine (with the power off) in order to push the obstruction to a point where it is visible and
within reach. If this does not work, please contact your authorized Semacon service provider.
Cleaning
In order to properly maintain your counter, it should be cleaned on a regular basis. We suggest
regularly blowing any dust out of the counter with a can of compressed air which can be
purchased at most office supply stores. We also recommend placing the dust cover over the
machine when it is not in use and the power is off.
Depending on your usage level, your counter should be professionally cleaned and serviced
periodically by your authorized Semacon distributor or it can be sent to the Semacon Service
Center for a general preventative cleaning & maintenance service. Contact your distributor to
determine the proper location for service.
WARNING: Never place your fingers inside the machine during operation.
WARNING: Always switch off the power and unplug the power cord when cleaning
the machine or before attempting to clear a jam.
WARNING: Do not use any wet cleaning cards in the machine.

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Feed Tension Adjustment
You may need to occasionally adjust the feed tension to compensate for the normal wear that the
rubber feed and separation rollers experience over time. The feed tension can be adjusted by
turning the Feed Tension Adjustment Knob located on the top of the machine. The initial factory
setting is 0. Turning the knob clockwise (so the dot on the knob is at +1 or +2, etc.) will loosen
the feeding system, while turning the knob counterclockwise (so the dot on the knob is at -1 or -
2, etc.) will tighten the feeding system.
Most machines function best with the dot on the knob centered at 0, but if the machine is
experiencing frequent jam errors, the knob may need to be turned clockwise so that the dot is at
+1 or +2. Alternately, if the machine is experiencing frequent double note, chain note or angle
errors, the knob can be turned counterclockwise so that the dot is at -1 or -2.
IMPORTANT!
The dot on the knob should never be adjusted past -4 or +4.
Contact your authorized Semacon service provider if your machine still receives
error messages after the feed tension has been adjusted to either of these points.

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STARTUPMALFUNCTION CODES
Malfunction
Code
Cause
Solution
LEFT SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The left count sensor is covered
with dust, out of alignment, or
needs repair.
Clean the sensor with a can of
compressed air and/or a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol or
windex. If this does not correct
the problem, your counter should
be sent to an authorized Semacon
service center for repair.
RIGHT SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The right count sensor is covered
with dust, out of alignment, or
needs repair.
Clean the sensor with a can of
compressed air and/or a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol or
windex. If this does not correct
the problem, your counter should
be sent to an authorized Semacon
service center for repair.
HOPPER SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The hopper sensor is covered
with dust or needs repair.
Clean the sensor with a can of
compressed air and/or a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol or
windex. If this does not correct
the problem, your counter should
be sent to an authorized Semacon
service center for repair.
STACKER SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The stacker sensors are covered
with dust, out of alignment, or
need repair.
Clean the sensors with a can of
compressed air and/or cotton
swab dipped in alcohol or
windex. If this does not correct
the problem, your counter should
be sent to an authorized Semacon
service center for repair.
ENCODER SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The encoder sensor needs repair.
Your counter should be sent to an
authorized Semacon service
center for repair.
UV SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The ultraviolet counterfeit
detection sensor needs repair.
Your counter should be sent to an
authorized Semacon service
center for repair.
MG SENSOR
SELF TEST FAILED
The magnetic counterfeit
detection sensor needs repair.
Your counter should be sent to an
authorized Semacon service
center for repair.

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COUNTING ERROR CODES
*Error Codes
Cause Of Error
Solution
CHAIN
Chain Note Detection Alert
Adjust Feed Tension Adjustment Knob
counterclockwise by one number (ie: 0
to -1). Run a stack of bills through the
counter. If machine still receives error
messages, repeat this step until you
reach -4.
If you reach -4 and your machine is still
receiving error messages, reverse the
process and run a stack of bills through
the machine after you’ve turned the
Feed Tension Adjustment Knob
clockwise by one number (ie: -4 to -3).
This step can be repeated until you
reach +4.
If you reach +4 and your machine is still
receiving errors, please contact your
authorized Semacon service facility for
further assistance.
CHAIN FIRST
Chain Note Detection Alert
(on the first bill in the stack)
CHAIN STOP
Chain Note Detection Alert
DOUBLE HIGH
Double Note Detection Alert
DOUBLE LOW
Double Note Detection Alert
(on the first bill in the stack)
ANGLE LEFT
Feed Error Alert
ANGLE RIGHT
Feed Error Alert
HALF LEFT
Half Note Detection Alert
HALF RIGHT
Half Note Detection Alert
JAM LEFT
Jam Detection Alert
JAM RIGHT
Jam Detection Alert
JAM GAP
Jam Detection Alert
STACKER FULL
Stacker Full Alert
Empty bills from stacker.
WIDTH HIGH
Different Denomination Alert
A different denomination has been
detected. Check bill. Not applicable
for US or Canadian currency.
WIDTH LOW
Different Denomination Alert
UV SUSPECT
(models S-1615 and S-
1625
only)
Suspect Counterfeit Note - Ultraviolet
Detection Alert
Inspect the top bill in the stacker for
counterfeit features.
MG SUSPECT
(model S-1625 only)
Suspect Counterfeit Note - Magnetic
Detection Alert
UV MG SUSPECT
(model S-1625 only)
Suspect Counterfeit Note - Magnetic
and Ultraviolet Detection Alert
*If CS is included in the top line of the error code, the machine is indicating that a feed error occurred during
the stop process for the original error.
IMPORTANT! Each error alert will include a second line that reads “ERROR” followed by two
numbers. For example: CHAIN
ERROR 91 66
Please record the numbers provided in the second line of any error alerts you receive so your service
technician may better assist you.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1) Ambient Temperature
32 - 104ºF
0 - 40ºC
2) Ambient Humidity
30 – 90%
3) Banknote Feeding System
SmartFeed™Friction Roller System
4) Counting Speed
1000/1200/1500/1800 Notes Per Minute
5) Note Size
100 x 50 mm to 193 x 100 mm
6) Hopper Capacity
250 – 400 Notes
7) Stacker Capacity
200 – 300 Notes
8) Display
Seven Digit (LCD)
9) Power Source
100 – 240VAC / 50 – 60Hz
10) Power Consumption
<60W
11) Stand-by Consumption
<20W
12) Dimensions
10.5”(W) x 11.5”(D) x 9.75”(H)
270mm(W) x 290mm(D) x 250mm(H)
13) Weight
14 lbs (6.4 kg)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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