Atronic e-motion, Cashline User Manual

e-motion™ / Cashline™

Progressive Jackpot

How to setup a Progressive Jackpot
on Atronic slot machines

Including

- System Progressive

- Mikohn Progressive

- Atronic Progressive Link / APL™

- Cash Fever™

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Progressive Jackpot

Rev. 2.0

Rel. January 2005

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Introducing

• What is this manual about ........................................

• Jackpot Basics ......................................................

• How to setup - Basic Overview ..................................

• Which machines can be linked ....................................

Preparation

• A-link Config program versions ..................................

• Install A-link Config for Windows ................................

• Connecting PC for Jackpot configuration ....................

Setup Procedures

• Setting up a System Progressive

- Overview and requirements ..............................

- Link machines .................................................

- Prepare machines ...........................................

- Step-by-step Jackpot configuration ..................

• Setting up a Progressive Jackpot with a Mikohn Controller

- Overview and requirements ..............................

- Link machines .................................................

- Prepare machines ...........................................

- Step-by-step Jackpot configuration ..................

• Setting up an Atronic Progressive Link (APL)

- Overview and requirements ..............................

- Link machines ................................................

- APL Large Distance Link .................................

- Connect Overhead Display ...............................

- Prepare machines ...........................................

- Step-by-step APL Jackpot Configuration ...........

- APL Troubleshooting .................................................

• Setting up a Cash Fever™ Jackpot

- Overview and additional requirements ...............

- Link machines and connect Cash Fever™ PC .......

- Prepare machines ...........................................

- Step-by-step Cash Fever™ Jackpot Configuration

Atronic A-Link Configuration Program

• DOS version identifier and installation .......................

• A-Link Config for Windows - Menu structure ..............

Appendix

• Atronic Commboard 68K rev. 2.10

- Connectors .............................................................

- DIP Switch Overview for SAS protocol .....................

- DIP Switch Overview for GRIPS protocol ..................

- EPROM Naming .......................................................

• RAM Reset procedure - e-motion / Hi(!)bility ..............

• RAM Reset procedure - Cashline ..............................

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CONTENT

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What is this manual about

This document describes how to setup and configure
an Atronic gaming machine to participate in a linked
progressive Jackpot. It explains configuration of the
three most important progressive Jackpot types in a
detailed step-by-step guide.

This manual is intended to provide QUALIFIED
TECHNICAL PERSONNEL ONLY. Please read it carefully
before starting the Jackpot configuration.

Procedures described in this manual refer to both
Atronic Cashline™ machines using O-Level (STD)
software and Atronic e-motion™ / Hi(!)bility™ machines
using Q-Level (STD) software, if not otherwise stated.

Please note that USA software versions (P-Level) may
use different settings and procedures.

Information in this manual includes the most up-to­date information available just before creation. All part
numbers and descriptions have been carefully reviewed
and checked for accuracy. All drawings and diagrams
contain the newest revisions released by Atronic. If
earlier revisions of diagrams or drawings are required,
please contact your Atronic Technical Services
representative.

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Atronic Americas

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Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does
not represent a commitment on the part of Atronic. No part of this
manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any
purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use without written consent
of Atronic International. This document may contain trademarks of Atronic
International. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registred
trademarks of their respective companies.

© 2003 - 2005 Atronic International GmbH. All rights reserved.

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Jackpot Basics

Jackpots are a common method for casinos to give
the probability of winning a large amount of money to
the player. To play a few credits on a jackpot machine
may come in for a win up to millions. Jackpots therefore
will attract more and different people to the casino.

Usually optical and acoustical appliances promote
jackpots. Large displays show current jackpot values
and/or attracting messages. In case of a jackpot win
displays or other optical attractors as well as sound
systems inform the casino’s visitors about the large
win. All those kinds of multi media events motivate
more people to play, and to play more.

Classical progressive jackpots are defined as a group
of slot machines contributing a certain percentage of
their turnover to a pot. Usually this pot is fed with a
base value at the start and after each win, called
jackpot hit. The pot then increments until a certain
winning combination appears on the slot machine. This
combination is said to „trigger the jackpot hit.“ Upon
a hit event the current jackpot amount is paid to the
player at the winning slot machine. Progressive games
can either be single machine jackpots called stand alone
jackpots or linked progressive jackpots, which consist
of several machines contributing to one jackpot.

All contributions taken from the slot machines’
turnover have to be contributed to people playing on
those slot machines. Therefore they can be considered
as additional payout of the slot machines. The basic
payout percentage is given by the applied paytable of
the machine. The additional payout generated by a pro­gressive jackpot has to be considered in all calculation
where the slot machine’s theoretical payout is rele­vant.

Since the probability to win a jackpot has to be equal
for all slot machines participating in that jackpot, only
machines that match some link criteria, may be
connected to a linked progressive jackpot (see also
link criteria definition on page 7).

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How to setup - Basic Overview

This chapter describes the basic principles to plan,
setup, and configure a Progressive Jackpot.

1. Determine which machines are to be linked.

2. Check pre-requirements.

• Does the game software support progressives?

• Is new Paytable software necessary to adjust
overall Return To Player Percentage (RTP)?

• Does the Commboard software support progres­sives and matches to the Casino's online system?

• Is a security chip with progressive support in­stalled?

• Does the game software comply with the 4 im­portant link criteria? (described on next page)

• Which configuration software version is needed?

• Is additional hardware (such as cables or adap­ters) needed?

3. Order needed parts.

• A-Link Setup Kit (for Jackpot configuration).

• Security Chips with progressive support.

• A-Link Cables and Power supply Adapter (for APL
or Mikohn progressives)

• Are there parts from other vendors needed?

e.g. SMIBs or network equipment?

4. Prepare external PC for Jackpot Configuration.

5. Prepare gaming machines for Jackpot Configuration.

6. Link machines.

7. Jackpot Configuration with "A-Link Config" software.

8. Configure external Controller (if applicable).

9. Test the Progressive.

Note:
Please contact Atronic
Technical Service, if you are
planning to setup up a Progres­sive Jackpot. Our team will give
you best support in planning
and realisation.

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Which machines can be linked

The 4 important link criteria

In order to mix different game themes in a bank of
progressive machines, following important criteria must
be met. All machines in the bank must have:

• The same denomination

• The same top award hit frequency
(given in pulls to hit)

• The same top award

• The same Jackpot trigger
(achievable playing MAX BET
or MAX BET PER LINE)

The machines also should have Paytable-software with
the same Return to Player Percentage (RTP), even if
this is not relevant for the Jackpot itself.

Game software versions

Please contact Atronic to find out which game ver­sions are suitable for your Progressive Jackpot project.

Commboard software versions

Participating in a Progressive Jackpot environment the
Commboard software has to match to the casino's
online system and to the Atronic game software.
This manual refers to Q-Level software (for e-motion/
Hi(!)bility) and to current O-Level software (for
Cashline). Earlier O-Level software may require diffe­rent settings. See "Commboard 68K - EPROM Naming"
on page 54 for details or contact Atronic to find out
which Commboard software version is suitable for your
Progressive Jackpot project.

Security Chip / Security Device

Each Atronic machine participating in a Progressive
Jackpot, has to be equipped with a security chip with
progressive support. This chip has to be mounted to
Masterboard socket U35 (for Cashline) or U22 (for e­motion/Hi(!)bility).

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Preparing PC for configuration

Which version of A-Link Config to use

Jackpot configuration can either be carried out with
Alink Config for Windows or with one of the DOS pro­gram versions. Alink Config for Windows covers all
recent configuration versions in one application. ALink
Config DOS versions are specific programms for one
particular configuration version.

As most PCs use Windows® operating systems,
procedures described in this manual refers to Alink

Config for Windows.

How to find the appropriate A-Link for DOS version

1. Jackpot Configuration Menu

1. Open Main Door and press Service Button to enter
Service Menu.

2. Enter "Jackpot Configuration" menu.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Select "PC-Setup / Jackpot Configuration".

• For Atronic Hi(!)bility / e-motion series:

Select folder "Settings / Jackpot Configuration"

3. When all pre-requirements are fulfilled, the appro­priate A-Link Config software version is displayed
on screen.

Example: "Use Setup Version 08" stands for the
DOS version with the identifier "08". You have to
use AC08xx.exe.

2. Commboard EPROM Naming

The A-Link version can also be identified by the Comm
board software naming. The third last and the second
last digit represents the version identifier.
See Appedix "Commboard 68K - EPROM Naming
Scheme" on page 54 for details.

Note (for Cashline only): Do
not confuse the A-Link Config
version with the PC-Setup pro­gram version which is displayed
in the lower left corner.

Note:
If using A-Link Config for
Windows, it is not necessary
to figure out the setup version.

Note:
If you are using Windows XP

®

or Windows 2000®, please use
A-Link Config for Windows 2.0
or higher.

Use A-Link Config for Windows

2.1 or higher for Cash Fever™
Jackpot Configuration.

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Connecting PC to Atronic gaming machine

1. Connect Hardlock Dongle (type 0300) to PC's prin­ter port (LPT), with the PC switched off.

2. Start the PC and run "A-Link Config for Windows".

3. Connect the PC Setup Cable to the PC's serial in­terface (COM1) and to the gaming machine's serial
interface (Mainboard J2).

At e-motion™ machines the logic box must be open
to get access to the serial interface.

4. Carry out Jackpot configuration as described in re­spective setup procedures.

Preparing PC for configuration

Installing Alink Config for Windows

Alink Config for Windows requires installation of a
Hardlock Dongle driver. This Hardlock Dongle is required
to unlock the program and has to be connected to the
PC's printer port (LPT) when using the program.

1. Connect Hardlock Dongle to PC's printer port (LPT),
with the PC switched off.

2.Copy the two files "dongle_install.exe" and
"Alink_Setup.exe" from floppy disk to a temporary
folder on the PC's harddisk.

3. Run "dongle_install.exe" to install the Hardlock Dongle
drivers and follow instructions on screen.

4. Reboot PC to initialize drivers.

5.Install Alink config for Windows by running
"Alink_Setup.exe" and follow instructions on screen.

6. Double click the Alink Config icon on the desktop to
start the program.

e-motion™ / Hi(!)bility™ series

Cashline™ series

Note:
The Hardlock Dongle (Type

0300) is part of the A-Link Set­up Kit, obtainable from Atronic.

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Setting up a

System Progressive Jackpot

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Setting up a System Progressive Jackpot

Overview

In a linked System Progressive Jackpot all participating
machines are connected to the Accounting Host Sy­stem. Data communication is carried out via a Slot
Machine Interface Board (SMIB), a Machine Data
Controller (MDC) or a similar device, which is connected
to the Atronic Commboard 68k. The Jackpot is
controlled by Jackpot features of the Accounting Host
System or by a dedicated Jackpot controller.

Requirements

• Commboard 68k with a software version according
to the accounting system protocol (e.g. SAS 5.x).

• A progressive version security chip.

• Atronic PC-Setup cable.

• Software "Atronic Alink Config for Windows" (or ap­propriate DOS version) with Dongle 300.

Link machines

The Commboard has to be connected to a Machine
Data Controller (MDC) or a similar device that connects
to the floor network. Depending on connected device,
online protocol and different system features, there
are several ways to connect to the Commboard. Please
refer to "Commboard 68k Rev. 2.10 Connectors
Overview" on page 51 or ask Atronic Technical Service.

Note: Please contact Atronic
Technical Service to get
information, if your machine
setup is suitable for a System
Progressive Jackpot.

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Setting up a System Progressive Jackpot

(Continued)

Prepare machines

The following procedure has to be carried out on every
Atronic machine participating in the link.

1. Check if all pre-requirements are fulfilled

2. Set the machines accounting system address. Each

machine in the link must have a unique address.

• SAS protocol
Set address for channel 1 with switch S6 and S7.
Set address for channel 2 with switch S3 and S4.
Selecting an address other than 00 activates chan­nel. Address 00 disables channel.

• GRIPS protocol
Set address with switch S6 and S7.
Set adresses >99 with S3 and S4, if necessary.

3.

For dual channel mode with SAS protocol only

:
Allocate communication functions to channel 1 or
channel 2 with DIP-switches S8 / 2 - 6.
See table "DIP-Switch S8" on pages 52-53 for details.

4. Set DIP switch S5 / 1 to ON
and DIP switch S5 / 2 and S5 / 3 to OFF.
to enable (accounting) system progressive mode.

5. Set DIP switch S5 / 6 to ON
to enable accounting system communication.

6. (optional) Aditionally set DIP switch S8 / 8 to ON
to enable a machine lock, in case of a loss of com­munication to the accounting system.

7. Carry out a RAM Reset on Main- and Commboard.
(described on pages 55-56 or in manual "Software").

8. Carry out Initial Setup. Necessary settings are:

• Set a Progressive Group (other than #00)

• Set "Commboard required" to YES

9. Link machines (connect SMIB or similar device).

10.Carry out Jackpot configuration (next page).

accounting system address

Comm software using
SAS protocol

Address on channel 1
S6: x10
S7: x1

Address on channel 2
S3: x10
S4: x1

Comm software using
GRIPS protocol

Address
S3: x100
S4: x1000
S6: x10
S7: x1

optional

Important: Do not
start any games or

insert credits after
RAM reset, until Jackpot
configuration is finished.

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(Continued)

Jackpot configuration has to be carried out on every
machine in the link. Settings made at the first machine
can be saved to disk to configure further machines.

Jackpot Configuration (first machine)

1. Prepare and connect PC (as described on page 8)
and start "A-Link Config" program.

2. Select menu "Options" and click on "Preferences".

• Select the COM port where the PC-Setup cable

is connected to (default is COM1).

• Select a default directory to save setting files.

Confirm with "OK".

3. Download current Jackpot configuration.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Enter Service Menu and select "PC-Setup/Jack­pot Configuration" and press center lit button
on the button panel.

• For Atronic Hi(!)bility / e-motion series:

Enter Service Menu and select "Settings/Jack­pot Configuration" and press "Start Configurati-
on" button on the touch screen.

Select menu "Alink" on the PC and click on "Down-
load".

Cashline only

: Download has to be started simul­taneous at PC and machine within a few seconds
to prevent a "Communication time out" error.

When download of current Jackpot Configuration
data was successful, the "Other Progressives"
menu is shown on screen.

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(Continued)

Jackpot Configuration (first machine) (Continued)

4. Select "Progressive General Settings".

5. Enable and configure "In Machine Display".
This will add an additional window to the game
screen showing the current Jackpot value.

Additional settings for in-machine display:

Currency Enter a 3 digit ASCII string, which is

displayed trailing or leading the JP value
Currency Position Position of the currency string
Thousand Separator Enter "," or "."
Decimal Separator Enter "," or "."
Odometer Enables a smooth counting of the JP value

6. Choose "Overhead Display Type", if a display is con­nected to P7 on the Commboard.

7. Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

8. Select "Progressive Parameters".

9. Set "Type" of JP 1 to NORMAL, to enable a pro­gressive Jackpot.
Do not activate JP 2 to JP 8. These additional
Jackpot levels are reserved for Multi Level Jack­pot systems such as Cashfever™ or Towerline™.

10.Edit "Jackpot Name", "Text Color" and "Value Color".

Jackpot Name Is displayed alternating with the JP value on

the in-machine display

Text color Color of the "Jackpot Name" text
Value color Color of the displayed Jackpot value.

11.Type in "Jackpot Won Text" and edit "Text Display
Time" and "Value Display Time", if needed.

Jackpot Won Text This text is displayed upon a Jackpot hit
Text Display Time Timespan in sec. the "Jackpot Name" text

is displayed

Value Display Time Timespan in sec. the JP value is displayed.

12.Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

Note: Do not enable the "Tower
Box" feature, unless you
configure a Towerline™ machine!

Note: Currency strings "EUR"
and "GBP" are interpreted by
the software and will display "¤"
respective "£" symbol.

Note: "Jackpot Name" and
"Jackpot Won Text" supports
max. 16 characters. Use only
english alphabet. Country
specific characters (such as "ö"
or " é") are not displayed.

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Setting up a System Progressive Jackpot

(Continued)

Jackpot Configuration (first machine) (Continued)

13.Check all settings carefully and select "Save" to
save settings to disk. Saved Jackpot Configurati­on settings can later be loaded into the program
to configure further machines.

14.Select "Upload" to send data to the machine.

15. Pay attention to application notes and confirm with
"OK" to start upload.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Press center lit button to start upload.

16.When upload was successful, exit "Jackpot Confi­guration" menu, remove PC Setup Cable and close
Logic Box (e-motion only) and Main Door.

17.

e-motion machines only:

Clear "Logic Door Open" message via Audit Key.

Jackpot Configuration (further machines)

(Brief description)

1. Connect PC and Atronic machine.

2. Download current Jackpot configuration.

3. Load previous saved Jackpot configuration settings
into the program.

4. Select "Upload" to upload configuration data to the
machine.

5. Confirm application notes with "OK" to start upload.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Press center lit button to start upload.

6. When upload was successful, continue with next
machine.

Important:
Check all settings
carefully before

uploading. Any subse­quent modification of "Progres­sive Parameters" needs a RAM
reset on Main- and
Commboard!

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Setting up a Progressive Jackpot

using a Mikohn controller

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Please contact the Atronic
Technical Service to obtain the
latest version of the A-Link
Setup Kit, according to your
needs.

Additional parts:

A-Link cable, 5m
P/N: 65001250

Power supply adapter
WEB - 2xWEB
P/N: 65022845

Setting up a Progressive Jackpot using a
Mikohn Controller

This section describes how to setup a progressive
Jackpot using an external Mikohn controller running
protocol versions MS 10 Progressive, MS 27 Mystery
or MS 27 Mystery & Progressive,

Overview

If using an external Jackpot controller such as the
Mikohn Super Controller or the Mikohn DCU, the Jack­pot is controlled by this device.

Data communication is carried out via RS485 half
duplex bus interface (which is implemented to Atronic's
Commboard 68k) using A-link™ wiring.

Requirements

• An Atronic Commboard 68k with a software that
supports Mikohn MS10 and MS27, for every ma­chine in the link.

• A progressive version security chip, for every ma­chine in the link.

• One A-Link cable, for every machine in the link plus
one A-Link cable that connects to the controller.

• A power supply adapter, if more than 16 machines
are to be linked.

• The Atronic A-Link Setup Kit.

The standard A-Link Setup Kit contains:

• Power supply

• 230V main cable

• PC Setup cable

• Overhead display cable

• Hardlock Dongle 0300 G/E

• Dongle drivers

• A-Link Config software

• APL manual.

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Mikohn Controller

Link machines

Using the MS 10 progressive protocol the Mikohn
Super Controller can drive up to 32 EGMs in one

Jackpot link.

The Mikohn DCU Controller using MS 27 protocoll
can drive 3 different link lines with up to 32 EGMs on
each link line.

Machines are linked using A-Link™ wiring connected to
P10 and P11 on the Commboard. P10 and P11 (RJ­45 Connectors) are parallel connected, so it does not
matter which one is used.

If less than 16 machines are linked, the Power Supply
Unit can be connected at the end of the link.

If more than 16 machines are linked (max. 32), the
Power Supply Unit has to be connected in the middle
of the link, using the "Power Supply Adapter WEB ­2xWEB ALINK" (P/N: 65022845).

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Mikohn Controller

Prepare machines

Following procedure has to be carried out on every
Atronic machine participating in the link.

1. Check if all pre-requirements are fulfilled.

2. Set machines progressive system address with

rotary-switches S1 and S2 on the Commboard. Each
machine in the link must have a unique address from
"01" to "32". Address "00" is not valid.

S1: x10
S2: x 1

3. Set one operation mode.

For Mikohn MS 10:
Set DIP switch S5 / 1 - 3 to OFF

For Mikohn MS 27 Mystery:
Set DIP switch S5 / 1 - 2 to ON
Set DIP switch S5 / 3 to OFF

For Mikohn MS 27 Mystery and Progressive:
Set DIP switch S5 / 1 - 2 to OFF
Set DIP switch S5 / 3 to ON

4. Carry out a RAM Reset on Main- and Commboard.
(described on page 51-52 and in manual "Software").

5. Carry out Initial Setup. Necessary settings are:

• Set Progressive Group to #00 (No group)

• Set "Commboard required" to YES

6. Link machines using Atronic A-link™ wiring.

7. Carry out Jackpot configuration.
(as described on next page)

Example: Address 24 =
S1 to 2 and S2 to 4

MS 10

MS 27 Mystery
and Progressive

MS 27 Mystery

Important: Do not
start any games or

insert credits after
RAM reset, until Jackpot
configuration is finished.

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Mikohn Controller

Jackpot configuration has to be carried out on every
machine in the link. Settings made at the first machine
can be saved to disk to configure further machines.

Jackpot Configuration (first machine)

1. Prepare and connect PC or Laptop, (as described
on page 9) and start "A-Link Config" program.

2. Select menu "Options" and click on "Preferences".

• Select the COM port where the PC-Setup cable

is connected to (default is COM1).

• Select a default directory to save setting files.

Confirm with "OK".

3. Download current Jackpot configuration.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Enter Service Menu and select "PC-Setup/Jack­pot Configuration" and press center lit button
on the button panel.

• For Atronic Hi(!)bility / e-motion series:

Enter Service Menu and select "Settings/Jack­pot Configuration" and press "Start Configurati-
on" button on the touch screen.

Select menu "Alink" on the PC and click on "Down-
load".

Cashline only

: Download has to be started simul­taneous at PC and machine within a few seconds
to prevent a "Communication time out" error.

When download of current Jackpot Configuration
data was successful, the "Other Progressives"
menu is shown on screen.

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Setting up a Progressive Jackpot using a
Mikohn Controller

(Continued)

Jackpot Configuration (first machine) (Continued)

4. Select "Progressive General Settings".

5. Enable and configure "In Machine Display".
This will add an additional window to the game
screen showing the current Jackpot amount.

Additional settings for in-machine display:

Currency Enter a 3 digit ASCII string, which is

displayed trailing or leading the JP value
Currency Position Position of the currency string
Thousand Separator Enter "," or "."
Decimal Separator Enter "," or "."
Odometer Enables a smooth counting of the JP value

6. Choose "Overhead Display Type", if a display is con­nected to P7 on the Commboard.

7. Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

8. Select "Progressive Parameters".

9. Set "Type" of JP 1 to NORMAL, to enable a pro­gressive Jackpot.
Do not activate JP 2 to JP 8. These additional
Jackpot levels are reserved for Multi Level Jack­pot systems such as Cashfever™ or Towerline™.

10.Edit "Jackpot Name", "Text Color" and "Value Color".

Jackpot Name Is displayed alternating with the JP value on

the in-machine display
Text color Color of the "Jackpot Name" text
Value color Color of the displayed Jackpot value

11.Type in the "Jackpot Won Text" and edit "Text Dis­play Time" and "Value Display Time", if needed.

Jackpot Won Text This text is displayed upon Jackpot hit
Text Display Time Timespan in sec. the "Jackpot Name" text

is displayed

Value Display Time Timespan in sec. the JP value is displayed.

12.Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

Note: Currency strings "EUR"
and "GBP" are interpreted by
the software and will display "¤"
respective "£" symbol.

Note: Do not enable the "Tower
Box" feature, unless you
configure a Towerline™ machine!

Note: "Jackpot Name" and
"Jackpot Won Text" supports
max. 16 characters. Use only
english alphabet. Country
specific characters (such as "ö"
or " é") are not displayed.

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Setting up a Progressive Jackpot using a
Mikohn Controller

(Continued)

Jackpot Configuration (first machine) (Continued)

13.Check all settings carefully and select "Save" to
save settings to disk. Saved Jackpot Configurati­on settings can later be loaded into the program
to configure further machines.

14.Select "Upload" to send data to the machine.

15.Pay attention to the application notes and confirm
with "OK" to start upload.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Press center lit button to start upload.

16.When upload was successful, exit "Jackpot Confi­guration" menu, remove PC Setup Cable and close
Logic Box (e-motion only) and Main Door.

17.

e-motion machines only

Clear "Logic Door Open" message via Audit Key.

Jackpot Configuration (further machines)

(Brief description)

1. Connect PC and Atronic machine.

2. Download current Jackpot configuration.

3. Load the previous saved Jackpot Configuration
settings into the program.

4. Select "Upload" to upload configuration data to the
machine.

5. Confirm application notes with "OK" to start upload.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Press center lit button to start upload.

6. When upload was successful, continue with next
machine.

Important:
Check all settings
carefully before

uploading. Any subse­quent modification of "Progres­sive Parameters" needs a RAM
reset on Main- and
Commboard!

MIKOHN PROGRESSIVE

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Setting up an

Atronic Progressive Link / APL™

APL

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Setting up an Atronic Progressive Link

Overview

In an Atronic Progressive Link (APL) the participating
machines are operating without external controller
hardware. The APL Master machine controls the
Jackpot. Data communication is carried out via RS485
half duplex bus interface, which is implemented to the
Atronic Commboard (A-Link™ wiring).

In an APL one commboard is the dedicated progres­sive jackpot controller (Master). Jackpot configura­tion data is stored on all commboards allowing to
change the master machine any time.

Requirements

• An Atronic Commboard 68k with a software that
supports APL, for every machine in the link.

• A progressive version security chip, for every ma­chine in the link.

• One A-Link™ cable, for every machine in the link.

• A power supply adapter, if more than 16 machines
are to be linked.

• Atronic A-Link™ Setup Kit.

The A-Link™ Setup Kit contains:

• Power supply 230V or 115V

• Mains cable

• PC Setup cable

• Overhead display cable

• Hardlock Dongle 0300 G/E

• Dongle drivers

• A-Link Config software

• APL manual

Please contact Atronic
Technical Service to obtain
appropriate A-Link Setup Kit.

Additional parts:

A-Link cable, 5m
p/n: 65001250

Power supply adapter
1x WE8 to 2x WE8
p/n: 65022845

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Setting up an Atronic Progressive Link

Link machines

In an Atronic Progressive Link (APL) machines are linked
using Atronic A-Link™ cables connected to P10 and
P11 on the Commboard. P10 and P11 (RJ-45
Connectors) are wired parallel, so it does not matter
which one is used. The end of the link is automatically
terminated by the Commboard.

Link up to 16 machines

If less than 16 machines are linked, the Power Supply
Unit can be connected at either end of the link.

Link 16 - 32 machines

If more than 16 machines are linked (max. 32), the
Power Supply Unit has to be connected in the middle
of the link, using the "Power Supply Adapter WEB ­2xWEB ALINK" (P/N: 65022845).

APL

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Power

Supply

Commboard 1 Commboard 2 Commboard n

Power

Supply

Commboard 1 Commboard 2 Commboard n

Earth-Print

Board

Earth-Print

Board

CAT-7 cable, up to 700 meters

Bank 1

Bank 2

Setting up an Atronic Progressive Link

APL Large Distance Link

Using the (optional) Atronic "Earth-Print" board and a
CAT-7 network cable, machines can be linked over larger
distances. Two banks of machines can be linked over a
distance of up to 700 meters. Linking 3 banks, the
maximum length between the banks is 500 meters.
Linking 4 banks, the maximum length is 300 meters.

Schematic diagram

Connect Overhead Display (optional)

Connect Overhead Display Cable to P7 on any
Commboard participating in the A-Link. Set matching
"Overhead Display Type" by means of A-Link Config
software.

Cables needed for an APL
Large Distance Link:

Cable from Commboard to
Commboard:
A-Link cable, 5m
P/N: 65001250

Cable from Power Supply to
Commbard:
Alink RJ45 12V / GND, 1.5m
P/N: 6503 3078

Cable from Commboard to
Earth-Print board:
Alink RJ45 without 12 V
P/N: 6503 2570

APL

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Setting up an Atronic Progressive Link

Prepare machines

Following procedure has to be carried out on every
Atronic machine participating in the link (except step
4 and step 8).

1. Check if all pre-requirements are fulfilled.

2. Set machines Progressive System Address with

rotary switches S1 and S2 on the commboard. Each
machine in the link must have a unique address from
"01" to "32". Address "00" is not valid.

S1: x10
S2: x 1

3. Activate APL mode on all linked machines.

Set Commboard switch S5 / 2 to ON.
Set switch S5 / 1, S5 / 3 and S5 / 4 to OFF.

4. Define one machine as Master by setting Com-

mboard switch S5 / 4 to ON. This activates
implemented Jackpot controller functions.

5. Carry out a RAM Reset on Main- and Commboard.
(described on page 51-52 and in manual "Software").

6. Carry out Initial Setup. Necessary settings:

• Set Progressive Group to #00 (no group)

• Set "Commboard required" to YES

7. Link machines using Atronic A-Link™ cables.

8. Carry out APL Jackpot configuration at the APL
Master machine (as described on next page).

APL Master

APL Slave

Commboard 68k

Example: For address 15
set S1 to 1 and S2 to 5

Important: Do not
start any games or

insert credits after
RAM reset, until Jackpot
configuration is finished.

APL

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APL Jackpot Configuration

APL Jackpot configuration has to be carried out only
on the APL Master machine. When configuration is
done, the Master machine automatically sends the
configuration data to all linked Slave machines.

1. Prepare and connect PC or Laptop, (as described
on page 9) and start "A-Link Config" program.

2. Select menu "Options" and click on "Preferences".

• Select the COM port where the PC-Setup cable

is connected to (default is COM1).

• Select a default directory to save setting files.

Confirm with "OK".

3. Download current Jackpot configuration.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Enter Service Menu and select "PC-Setup/Jack­pot Configuration" and press center lit button
on the button panel.

• For Atronic Hi(!)bility / e-motion series:

Enter Service Menu and select "Settings/Jack­pot Configuration" and press "Start Configurati-
on" button on the touch screen.

Select menu "Alink" on the PC and click on "Down-
load".

Cashline only

: Download has to be started simul­taneous at PC and machine within a few seconds
to prevent a "Communication time out" error.

4. If the "Select one Operation Mode" menu is dis­played, select an operation mode

Multi Master Progressive Jackpot - Several linked machines
Stand Alone Progressive - One machine only

If the program detects no link (stand-alone) this
menu is not displayed.

5. The APL configuration main menu is displayed.

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(Continued)

APL Jackpot Configuration (Continued)

6. Select "Progressive General Settings".

7. Enable and configure "In Machine Display".
This will add an additional window to the game
screen showing the current Jackpot amount.

Additional settings for in-machine display:

Currency Enter a 3 digit ASCII string, which is

displayed trailing or leading the JP value
Currency Position Position of the currency string
Thousand Separator Enter "," or "."
Decimal Separator Enter "," or "."
Odometer Enables a smooth counting of the JP value

8. Choose "Overhead Display Type", if a display is con­nected to P7 on the Commboard.

9. Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

10.Select "Progressive Parameters".

11.Set "Type" of JP 1 to NORMAL, to enable a pro­gressive Jackpot.
Do not activate JP 2 to JP 8. These additional
Jackpot levels are reserved for Multi Level Jack­pot systems such as Cashfever™ or Towerline™.

12.Edit Jackpot settings for JP 1

Current Value Enter current Jackpot value

(if reconfiguring a running Jackpot
or as an initial value)

Base Value Base Value + Hidden Value = New Jackpot

start value after a Jackpot hit

Limit Upper limit for Jackpot value.

Further increments are paid into Hidden or
Overflow. "0" = No limit.

Increment (%) Percentage of credits wagered that

accumulates to the Jackpot value

continues on next page.

Note: Do not enable the "Tower
Box" feature, unless you
configure a Towerline™ machine!

Note: Currency strings "EUR"
and "GBP" are interpreted by
the software and will display "¤"
respective "£" symbol.

Note: The "Base Value" should
always exceed the machines
(non-progressive) Top Award.

Values for "Current Value",
"Base Value" and "Limit" are
given in currency.

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(Continued)

APL Jackpot Configuration (Continued)

13.Edit "Jackpot Name", "Text Color" and "Value Color".

Jackpot Name Is displayed alternating with the JP value on

the in-machine display

Text color Color of the "Jackpot Name" text
Value color Color of the displayed Jackpot value.

14.Edit "Jackpot Won Text", "Text Display Time" and "Va­lue Display Time", if needed.

Jackpot Won Text This text is displayed upon Jackpot hit
Text Display Time Timespan "Jackpot Name" text is displayed
Value Display Time Timespan in sec. the JP value is displayed.

15.Enable "Hidden Jackpot", if needed.

16. Edit hidden Jackpot settings and confirm with "OK".

Current Value Enter current hidden Jackpot value

(if reconfiguring a running Jackpot

or as an initial value)
Base Value Hidden JP start value after a Jackpot hit
Limit Upper limit for hidden JP value. Further incre-

ments are paid into Overflow. "0"= No limit.
Increment (%) Percentage of credits wagered that

accumulates to the hidden JP value.

17. Confirm "Progressive Parameters" with "Save & Quit".

18.Check all settings carefully and select "Save" to
save settings to disk (optional).

19.Select "Upload" to send data to the machine.

20. Pay attention to application notes and confirm with
"OK" to start upload.

• For Atronic Cashline series:

Press center lit button to start upload.

21.When upload was successful, exit "Jackpot Confi­guration" menu, remove PC Setup Cable and close
Logic Box (e-motion only) and Main Door.

22.

e-motion machines only

Clear "Logic Door Open" message via Audit Key.

Important:
Check all settings
carefully before

uploading. Any subse­quent modification of "Progres­sive Parameters" needs a RAM
reset on Main- and
Commboard!

Note: Values for "Current
Value", "Base Value" and "Limit"
are given in currency.

Note: "Jackpot Name" and
"Jackpot Won Text" supports
max. 16 characters. Use only
english alphabet. Country
specific characters (such as "ö"
or "é") are not displayed.

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Troubleshooting APL

APL: Duplicate Slave ID detected

This message occurs if at least two Slave machines
have the same address.

Solution: Change ‘Progressive System addresses’
to unique addresses from "01" to "32". Powercycle
machines with duplicate addresses for new
initializing.

APL: Link Not Allowed

There is no Security Chip with progressive feature
on the main board (P-GAL).

Solution: Install a Security Chip with progressive
feature.

APL: Configuration required

There is no Jackpot configuration.

Solution: Carry out Jackpot Configuration.

ALINK: Duplicate terminal ID detected

This message occurs, if at least two machines are
defined as master (DIP-switch S5/4 on Commboard).

Solution: Ensure that only one machine in the link is
defined as master.

APL: Progressive Not Connected
APL: Master not ready

Machine is not connected with APL master machine,
the power supply of the Alink network is not
connected or no master is defined in the link.

Solution: Connect machines with master. Connect
power supply for A-link™ network. Define one master
machine in the link.

ALINK: Please set valid terminal ID 1..32

Progressive system address has not been set or
has been set higher than "32".

Solution: Set progressive system address to an
address between "01" and "32" with commboard
rotary switches S1 and S2.

Note:
This message is also displayed
at all APL Slave machines prior
to Jackpot configuration.
Message expires when the
Master machine is configured.

Note:
This message is displayed at
APL Master machine prior to
Jackpot configuration.
Message expires when the
Master machine is configured.

APL TROUBLESHOOTING

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Setting up a

Cash Fever™ Jackpot

CASH FEVER™

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Setting up a Cash Fever™ Jackpot

Overview

Cash Fever™ is a complete gaming solution, which
consists of a set of connected Cash Fever™ slot
machines, a Cash Fever™ display system and a signage
including a plasma display screen.

Cash Fever™ utilizes a 4-level progressive Jackpot,
which is triggered by a special Bonus Game Session.

Basic setup

Cash Fever™ uses A-Link™ wiring and APL protocol to
connect the participating slot machines. Hardware
setup and basic software setup procedures are similar
as used for APL setup (see pages 23 - 27).

Different from APL configuration, Cash Fever™ Jackpot
configuration has some additional options and some
limitations (see next pages).

Additional requirements

External PC software "A-Link config for
Windows 2.1" or higher is required for Cash

Fever™ Jackpot configuration.

Check version index in program menu "Help / About".

Cash Fever™ Paytable Software

Machines linked in a Cash Fever™ Jackpot must have a
customized paytable software installed. Unlike standard
paytable software, Cash Fever™ paytable software has
a 4% Jackpot increment calculated into its Return to
Player percentage (RTP).

This has to be considered for Jackpot calculation,
especially if a sum of increments other than
(recommended) 4% has been set during Jackpot
configuration.

Note:
Cash Fever™ supporting game
software is only available for
e-motion™ slot machines.

CASH FEVER™

Example:

A Cash Fever™ paytable with a
nominally RTP of 94% has a RTP
of 90% in the base game plus
a (assumed) sum of increments
of 4% (which are payed into the
Jackpot).

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Setting up a Cash Fever™ Jackpot

Link machines

In a Cash Fever™ bank machines are linked using Atronic
A-Link™ wiring connected to P10 and P11 on the
Commboard. P10 and P11 (RJ-45 Connectors) are
wired parallel, so it does not matter which one is used.
The end of the link is automatically terminated.

• The

Overhead Display Board

is plugged into P18

of the Master machine's Commboard.

• The

Cash Fever™ Converter

is connected to
Commboard P3 and Overhead Display Board P3
using cable

RS232_CF01A.

Necessary parts are delivered as a Cash Fever™ Kit
which consists of:

- Cash Fever™ Animation PC (with installed software)

- Cash Fever™ Connection Kit (Cables and converter)

- Atronic Overhead Display Board

Note:
When linking more than 16
machines a Power Supply Adap­ter WE8 - 2x WE8 has to be
connected in the middle of the
link. See APL Wiring on page 25.

EGM 1 EGM 2 EGM x

Commboard

Master

Cash Fever™Display

Cash

Fever™

PC

Commboard with Overhead Display Board

Converter

Cash Fever™Display 2

(max. 32)

APL
Power
Supply

Note:
See manual "Cash Fever™
Configuration Guide" provided by
Atronic Systems for details
about further Cash Fever™
display configuration.

P5

P18

P9

P10

P7

P3

P15

P12

P4

P19

P11

P14

P13

P2

P20

S1 S2 S3 S4 S6 S7

S5 S8

S9

5V

12V

U34 U35

U28

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5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

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5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

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1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

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5

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2
3

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2
3

4

6

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6

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8

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12345678

ON

12345678

ON

Battery 3.6V

+

P1

B1

CPU 68k

P17

P16

P4

P3

1

P2

Overhead Display Board

Commboard 68k
Rev. 2.10

Converter

Serial connection to PC

Not

c
o
n
nected

Note:
The second 6-pole MT plug is
reseved for future use. Do not
connect.

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Prepare machines

Following procedure has to be carried out on every
machine participating in the link (except step 4 and 8).

1. Check if all pre-requirements are fulfilled.

2. Set machines Progressive System Address with
rotary switches S1 and S2 on the commboard.
Each machine in the link must have a unique address
from "01" to "32". Set the Cash Fever™ Master
machine to adress "01".

S1: x10 (digit)
S2: x 1 (digit)

3. Activate APL mode on all linked machines.
Set Commboard switch S5 / 2 to ON.
Set switch S5 / 1, S5 / 3 and S5 / 4 to OFF.

4. Define one machine as Master by additionally setting
Commboard switch S5 / 4 to ON. This activates
implemented Jackpot controller functions.

APL Master

APL Slave

Commboard 68k

Example: For address "15"
set S1 to "1" and S2 to "5"

Note:
Address "00" is not valid.

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Prepare machines

5. Carry out a RAM Reset on Main- and Commboard.

(described on page 55 and in manual "Software").

6. Carry out Initial Setup.

Necessary settings for Cash Fever™ are:

• Set "InMachine Progressive" to disabled

• Set Progressive Group to #00 (no group)

• Set "Commboard required" to YES

Other settings can be configured as needed.

7. Paytable Configuration

(only if a selectable paytable is installed)

• Select Configuration Code

Please do only use that Configuration
Code stated on the Atronic Cash
Fever™ Calculation Sheet. Any other
configuration may lead to unpredictably
Return to Player values.

Configuration Code must be the same
on all machines in the link. If a machine
is configured to a different
Configuration Code as the Master
machine, this machine will be locked.

8. Carry out Cash Fever™ Jackpot configuration at the

APL Master machine using "A-Link Config" for Win­dows program version 2.1 or higher.
(as described on next pages).

Important: Do not
start any games or

insert credits after
RAM reset, until Jackpot
configuration is finished.

Note:
The Configuration Code defines
Cash Fever™ Base Values,
Jackpot Trigger Values
(Bounds) and Hitfrequency and
is assigned to a specific
paytable RTP-Family.

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Cash Fever™ Jackpot Configuration

Jackpot configuration has to be carried out only on
the APL Master machine. When configuration is done,
the Master machine automatically sends the
configuration data to all linked Slave machines.

1. Prepare and connect PC or Laptop, (as described
on page 9) and start "A-Link Config" program.

2. (On first program start)
Select menu "Options" and click on "Preferences".

• Select the COM port where the PC-Setup cable

is connected to (default is COM1).

• Select a default directory to save setting files.

Confirm with "OK".

3. Download current Jackpot configuration.

Enter Service Menu at the machine and select "Set­tings / Jackpot Configuration" and press "Start Con-
figuration" button on the touch screen.

Select menu "Alink" at the PC and click on "Down-
load". Current settings are transfered from the
machine to the A-Link Config program.

4. When the "Select one Operation Mode" menu is
displayed, select operation mode "Multi Master Pro-

gressive Jackpot".

If the program detects no link this menu is not
displayed.

continues on next page.

Note:
Cash Fever™ Jackpot
configuration requires "A-Link
Config" version 2.1 or higher.

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Cash Fever™ Jackpot Configuration (Continued)

5. The APL configuration main menu is displayed.

6. Select "Progressive General Settings".

This will configure the display style of the Jackpot
values displayed on the machines upper screen.

Always mark checkbox "In Machine Display".

Additional settings for in-machine display:

Currency Enter a 3 digit ASCII string, which is

displayed trailing or leading the JP value
Currency Position Position of the currency string
Thousand Separator Enter "," or "."
Decimal Separator Enter "," or "."
Odometer Enables a smooth upcounting of JP values

7. Choose "Overhead Display Type", ATAKA to comuni­cate to the Cash Fever™ PC.

8. Confirm settings with "Save & Quit".

continues on next page.

Note:
Do not enable the "Tower Box"
feature.

Note:
Currency strings "EUR" , "USD"
and "GBP" are interpreted by
the software and will display "¤"
respective "$" or "£" symbol.

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Cash Fever™ Jackpot Configuration (Continued)

9. Select "Progressive Parameters".

10.Set an "Increment %" value for each Jackpot level
JP1 to JP4.
If needed, enable a Hidden Jackpot by checking the
corresponding checkboxes. Set an "Increment %"
for each Hidden Jackpot.

Increment (%) Percentage of credits wagered that

accumulates to the Jackpot value

Important!: Please use only "Increment
%" values calculated by means of the
Atronic Cash Fever™ Calculation Sheet.
Any other values may lead to unpredictably
Return to Player (RTP) values including
RTPs exceeding 100% !

Further settings are not necessary. Values for "Cur­rent Value" and "Base Value" are pre-defined by the
paytable software and can not be altered. Other
items are not needed and any entry will be ignored.

11. Confirm "Progressive Parameters" with "Save & Quit".

12.Check all settings carefully and select "Save" to
save settings to disk (optional).

13.Select "Upload" to send data to the machine.

14. Pay attention to application notes and confirm with
"OK" to start upload.

15.When upload was successful, exit "Jackpot Confi­guration" menu, remove PC Setup Cable and close
Logic Box and Main Door.

16.Clear "Logic Door Open" message via Audit Key.

At this point Cash Fever™ Jackpot Configuration is
finished.

Important: Check all
settings carefully
before uploading. Any

subsequent
modification of "Progressive Pa­rameters" needs a RAM reset
on Main- and Commboard!

CASH FEVER™

Note:

The display style of the Over­head (Plasma) Display has to be
configured seperately by means
of a configuration application
which is installed on the Cash
Fever™ PC. See manual "Cash
Fever™ Configuration Guide"
provided by Atronic Systems
for details.

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A-Link Config for Windows

Atronic's Alink Config for Windows (2.0 and higher)
was developed for computers running Windows® 9x,
ME, NT, 2000 or XP operating system.

Note: Alink Config for Windows 1.0 does not support
Windows XP® and Windows 2000®.

Alink Config DOS Versions

Jackpot configuration can either be carried out with
Alink Config for Windows or with one of the DOS pro­gram versions. Alink Config for Windows covers all
recent configuration versions in one application. ALink
Config DOS versions are specific programms for one
particular configuration version.

Alink Config for Windows 2.0 can be used instead of
DOS program versions CNFA03xx ,CNFA05xx,
CNFA06xx, CNFA07xx and AC08xx.

Installation

Alink Config for Windows requires installation of a

driver for the Hardlock Dongle (0300). The dongle is
required to unlock Alink Config for Windows.

1.Copy the two files "dongle_install.exe" and
"Alink_Setup.exe" from floppy disk into a temporary
folder on the PCs hard disk.

2. Run dongle_install.exe to install Hardlock Dongle
drivers and follow instructions on screen.

3. Connect Hardlock Dongle to PCs printer port, with
the PC switched off and reboot to initialize drivers.

4.Install Alink config for Windows by running
Alink_Setup.exe and follow instructions on screen.

5. Double click Alink Config icon to start Alink Config

for Windows.

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Atronic A-Link Config for Windows
Menu Structure

This section explains menu structure of Atronic's "A­Link Config for Windows" program.

Alink/Download

Starts download of Jackpot Configuration data from
the machine into Alink Config program. This is always
the first step of Jackpot Configuration.

Options/Preferences

Serial Port
Used to set the PCs COM port to which the PC-Setup
cable is connected. Default is COM 1.

Default Directory for Setting Files
Click on "Browse" and choose a directory, where the
Jackpot Configuration setting files are to be stored.

Help

Opens help files.

Select one operation mode

After download of current Jackpot settings, an
operation mode has to be selected.

• Select "Stand Alone Progressive" for a progressive
Jackpot with only one machine.

• Select "Multi Master Progressive Jackpot" for a link
of several machines.

If the program detects no linked machines this menu
is skipped.

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"Multi Master Progressive Jackpot V.8" - Menu
"Other Progressives (Mikohn, GRIPS or SAS)" - Menu
"Atronic Progressive Jackpot (APL)" - Menu

Progressive General Settings

Configure in-machine display and external display type.

Progressive Parameters

Enable progressive Jackpot and configure main settings.

Jackpot Statistics History

Displays a summary of last Jackpots in credits or
currency.

Load

Load a previous saved Jackpot configuration setting
file into the program.

Save

Save current Jackpot configuration settings to disk.

Download

Download current Jackpot configuration data from the
gaming machine into the program. This is the first step
of every configuration procedure.

Upload

Upload Jackpot configuration data to the gaming
machine.

Quit

Quit Alink for Windows.

Note:
Depending on the configured
operation mode, this menu has
correlatively heading.

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"Progressive General Settings" - Menu

Denomination

Shows machine's denomination.

Currency

The 3-characters "Currency" string is shown in the in­machine display, trailing or leading the Jackpot value.
Entering "EUR" or "GBP" will display a "¤" respective "£"
symbol.

Currency Position

The Currency string or symbol is displayed TRAILING
or LEADING the Jackpot value.

Thousand Separator

If activated, the specified symbol is inserted after each
third digit.

Decimal Separator

If activated, the specified symbol is inserted and the
decimal is displayed.

In Machine Display

If enabled, "Jackpot amount" / "Currency" and "Jackpot
Name" is displayed in an additional window at the top
of the game screen.

Odometer Enable

If enabled, the in-machine display smoothly counts up
to a new Jackpot value. If disabled, a changed Jackpot
value is displayed instantly.

Overhead Display Type

Depending on the display type (connected to
Commboard P7) select: NONE, MIKOHN SC (Super
Chameleon), MIKOHN SUPREME, DYNAMIC DISPLAY
or ATAKA.

Tower Box

Use only for Atronic Towerline™ series. Please refer to
Towerline configuration manual. Do not enable at other
machines!

Note: Do not enable the "Tower
Box" feature, unless you
configure a Towerline™ machine!

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Progressive Parameters

Type (see next page for details)

Set to NORMAL for a Progressive (Money) Jackpot or
to PRIZE for a Prize Jackpot. NONE disables Jackpot.
Current Value (in currency)
The "Current Value" is the Jackpot amount, which is in
the Jackpot at the time of configuration. It is also
used to set an initial value for the Jackpot.
Base Value (in currency)
The "Base Value" (plus the "Hidden Jackpot" value) is
the new Jackpot start value, after a Jackpot hit.
Limit (in currency)
Sets an upper limit for the Jackpot value. If adjusted
limit is exceeded, all additional increments are paid into
the corresponding hidden Jackpot or into the overflow.
Set to "0" to set no limit.

Increment %

Percentage of credits wagered that accumulates to
the Jackpot value. Range is 0.01% to 18%.

Jackpot Name

This text is displayed on the in-machine display (if
enabled) alternating with the Jackpot value.

Text Color

Adjust color of displayed "Jackpot Name" text.

Value Color

Adjust color of displayed Jackpot value.

Jackpot Won Text

This text is displayed in case of a Jackpot hit.

Text Display Time

Sets display time (in sec.) of "Jackpot Name" text,
before display alternates to Jackpot value.

Value Display Time

Sets display time (in sec.) of Jackpot value, before
display alternates to "Jackpot Name" text.

Note: The "Base Value" should
always exceed the machines
(non-progressive) Top Award.

Note: Please note that "Jack­pot Increment Percentage" and
"Hidden Jackpot Increment
Percentage" add to the overall
Return to Player Percentage
(RTP).

RTP (from paytable)
+ Jackpot Inc. %
+ Hidden Inc. %
= Overall RTP (in %)

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Progressive Parameters (continued)

Money Jackpot - Type set to NORMAL

The linked EGMs will distribute their bets to the Ma­ster. The Master will accumulate these bets into a
Jackpot value, depending on the "Increment
Percentage".

Jackpot Value = Denomination x Credits wagered x Increment Percentage

(+ Base Value

or

Current Value)

The Master will broadcast the current Jackpot values
to all Slaves in the link every 2.5 seconds. If the Slave
doesn`t receive a Jackpot value within 10 seconds, it
locks up and displays the message MASTER NOT
READY or PROGRESSIVE NOT CONNECTED.

The Jackpot value can be limited, if a "Limit" value other
than "0" is set. If the Jackpot value exceeds this limit,
the increments are paid into the corresponding hidden
jackpot. Set to "0" for no limit.

On first power up after Jackpot configuration, the Jack­pot value will be set to the adjusted "Current Value".

In case of a Jackpot hit, the Jackpot value is awarded
to that EGM, which has caused the trigger event. The
EGM that hits the Jackpot locks up and displays the
Jackpot value and the "Jackpot Won Text" and has to
be cleared by an attendant.

After a Jackpot hit, the new (start) value is set to:

Jackpot Start Value = Base Value + Hidden Jackpot Value

The hidden Jackpot value is then set to the hidden
Base Value.

Prize Jackpot - Type set to PRIZE

If this Jackpot type is selected, the Jackpot level is
associated to a fixed prize, which is displayed by a text
message in case of a Jackpot hit.

Note:
The Jackpot trigger event is
defined in the paytable
software. Usually it is the
machine's Top Award win
combination.

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Hidden Jackpot Window

Current Value (in currency)

The "Current Value" is the amount, which is in the hidden
Jackpot at the time of configuration (Initial value).
Base Value (in currency)
The "Base Value" is the new hidden Jackpot start value,
after a Jackpot hit.
Limit (in currency)
This field sets an upper limit for the hidden Jackpot
value. If this limit is exceeded, additional increments
are paid into the overflow. Overflow value can be seen
in the "Jackpot Statistics History". If set to "0", there
is no limit for hidden Jackpot value.

Increment %

Sets percentage of credits wagered paid into the
hidden Jackpot. Range is 0.01% to 18%.

Hidden Jackpot enabled

If enabled, the Hidden Jackpot increases with every
credit wagered.

Hidden Value = Denomination x Credits wagered x Hidden Incr. Percentage

(+ Hidden Base Value or Hidden Current Value)

After a Jackpot hit, the Hidden Jackpot value is trans­ferred to the normal Jackpot (added to the Jackpot
Base Value).

Jackpot Start Value = Base Value + Hidden Jackpot Value

New Hidden Jackpot (start) value is the hidden Base
Value.

Note: Please note that "Jack­pot Increment Percentage" and
"Hidden Jackpot Increment
Percentage" add to the overall
Return to Player Percentage
(RTP).

RTP (from paytable)
+ Jackpot Inc. %
+ Hidden Inc. %
= Overall RTP (in %)

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Jackpot Statistics History

Jackpot Count

Displays number of Jackpot hits.

Overflow

Displays the amount that could not be accumulated
to the Jackpot or the hidden Jackpot.
Increments are paid into the "Overflow",

- if adjusted hidden Jackpot limit is exceeded

- if adjusted Jackpot limit is exceeded and
hidden Jackpot is disabled.

Cumulative Paid

Displays sum of all Jackpot wins.

Max. Payout

Displays largest Jackpot win.

Min. Jackpot Payout

Display smallest Jackpot win.

Show values in

Select CURRENCY or CREDITS.
Values in "Jackpot Statistics History" window can be
displayed in currency or credits.

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Application Messages

In order to inform users in important matters, the
program will display certain messages.

Reset Confirmation:

This message will appear, if the configuration requires
a reset of bookkeeping data.

Communication Error:

This message will appear, if download of Jackpot data
is not possible.
Possible reasons:

• Wrong or defective (serial) setup cable

-> Use Atronic PC-Setup cable (from Alink setup kit)

• Cable not connected

-> Check cable for proper connection

• Wrong COM port selected

-> Set COM port via menu Options/Preferences

• Wrong program version

-> Alink Config for Windows 1.0 does not support

Windows XP and Windows 2000®.

Press Start on Slot Machine:

This message will appear every time the communica­tion between configuration program and the gaming
machine is started.

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Appendix

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Commboard 68k Rev. 2.10
Connectors and Switches Overview

Connector Interface Protocol / Function

P2 TTL SAS channel 1 (current loop)
P3 - Cash-Now trigger signals
P4 RS232 SAS channel 2

or

GRIPS
P5 - Comm Key (Ticket in dongle)
P7 - External Display
P9 - +12V
P10, P11 RS485 A-LINK, Mikohn Controller

or

SAS channel 3
P12 RS232 SAS channel 1
P13 TTL Bally
P14 TTL DACOM
P15 - not used
P16 RS422 VLC
P17 - Manufacturer use
P18 RS422 Overhead Displayboard CL
P19 TTL SAS channel 2 (current loop)
P20 - not used

S9 Close to apply +5V or +12V to pin 1 of connector P2
B1 Close jumper to bridge electrical (galvanic) isolation

of ground connection.

Connector function depends on implemented protocol
version of Comm board software.

Note: Connectors P10 and
P11 are parallel wired.

P5

P18

P9

P10

P7

P3

P15

P12

P4

P19

P11

P14

P13

P2

P20

S1 S2 S3 S4 S6 S7

S5 S8

S9

5V

12V

U34 U35

U28

0

5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

0

5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

0

5

1

2

3

4

6

7

8

9

0

5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

0

5

1

2

3

4

6

7

8

9

0

5

1

2
3

4

6

7

8

9

12345678ON12345678

ON

Battery 3.6V

+

P1

B1

CPU 68k

P17

P16

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Commboard 68k Rev. 2.10
DIP Switch Overview for SAS Protocol

DIP Switch S5

DIP Switch S8

Rotary Switches

on P10 and P11

Tables refer to Commboard software using SAS protocol
Cashline™ - O-Level (Update 2003-1) and Hi(!)bility™- Q-Level

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Commboard 68k Rev. 2.10
DIP Switch Overview for GRIPS Protocol

DIP Switch S5

DIP Switch S8

Rotary Switches

Tables refer to Commboard software using GRIPS protocol
Cashline™ - O-Level (Update 2003-1) and Hi(!)bility™- Q-Level

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Commboard 68k - EPROM Naming Scheme

By means of the EPROM naming scheme the Commboard software version can be
identified. EPROM naming is available on EPROM label or in menu "Audit Menu/
Configuration".

12345678910111213141516171819

Q _ - S 5 - MJ - S T D _ - B - 0 8 A

1-2 Communication Level with Mainboard (O-, P-, or Q-Level)
4-5 Protocol Identifier, Accounting / Communication System
7 Hardware (M= Commboard 68K)
8 Release
10-12 Jurisdiction (STD= Standard)
13 Release Type ( _= Final)
15 Progressive Revision Level
17-18 Structure Version Progressive / Alink Config program version
19 Dongle Version

Protocol Identifier:

03 VLC Australia
04 Xseries
06 Qcomm
B0 Bally Simple Serial
S4 SAS 4.xx
S5 SAS 5.xx
G4 GRIPS 4.00x

Progressive Revision Level

_ No progressive available
A APL
B MS10, MS27, APL,

System Progressive (SAS, GRIPS), Three Channel Progressive (SAS only)

C Same as "B" with additional Cash Fever™ functionality via APL.

Progressive/Alink Structure Version:

07 Use "CNFA07xx.exe" or "A-Link Config for Windows" for Jackpot configuration.
08 Use "AC08xx.exe" or "A-Link Config for Windows" for Jackpot configuration.
__ Progressive/ALINK Setup not available

Dongle Version:

A Dongle for „Ticket In“ (Comm Key)
B-Z Future Versions/Types of dongles
_ Dongle not available or not supported

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RAM Reset / Clear Memory Procedure
for e-motion / Hi(!)bility series

1. Open Main Door and switch machine power off.

2. Open the Logic box door and remove Main board

and Comm board.

3. Replace Paytable EPROM on Main board socket U9

with RAM Reset EPROM "HMB-RRES01".

4. Replace EPROMS on Comm board socket U34 and

U35 with two Comm board Clear EPROMS "Q-CB­RAM-CLEAR". The socket to use is labeled on the
EPROMs. Check for correct mounting!

5. Reinstall Main board and Comm board and switch

machine power on.

6. Wait approximately 2 minutes until an audible si-

gnal and a message on the main display confirms
that RAM Reset was successful.
A flashing LED (D19) on the Comm board confirms
that Comm board Clear was successful.

7. Switch machine power off and remove Main board

and Comm board.

8. Replace RAM Reset EPROM "HMB-RRES01" with

original Paytable EPROM U9.
Check for correct mounting!

9. Replace both Comm board Clear EPROMS with

original Comm Software EPROMS U34 & U35.
Check for correct mounting!

10.Reinstall Main board and Comm board and switch

machine power on.

11.Wait approximately 2 minutes until a message is

displayed on the main display and follow the instruc­tions on screen (Press red reset button).

12.The machine will now automatically enter Initial

Setup for basic setup.

Proceed with Initial Setup

Service Switch

Reset Switch

U9

MAIN BOARD

COMM BOARD

D19

U34 U35

Caution!
Make sure to have
the EPROM mounted

correct. The sockets'
groove and the EPROMs groove
have to point to the same
direction. Wrong insertion will
cause permanent damage to
EPROMs and boards.

Comm board

Main board

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RAM Reset / Clear Memory Procedure
for Cashline series

using RAM Reset 09 (RRES_09) EPROM

1. Switch off power and remove Master- and Comm board.

2. Replace Main EPROM U2 on the Master board with
RAM Reset EPROM "RRES_09".

3. Replace Paytable EPROM U6 on the Master board with
CONFIG Key EPROM.

4. Replace Comm EPROMS U34 & U35 on the Comm board
with COMM CLEAR EPROMS.

5. Reinstall Master- and Comm board and switch on power.

6. Wait approx. 10 seconds. An audible signal confirms
RAM RESET and a flashing LED (D19) on the Comm
board confirms COMM BOARD CLEAR.

7. Switch off power and remove Master- and Comm board.

8. Replace RAM Reset EPROM "RRES_09" with original
Main EPROM.

9. Replace COMM CLEAR EPROMS with original Comm
software EPROMS U34 & U35.

10. Reinstall Master- and Comm board and switch on power.

11. After some seconds the message "CONFIG EPROM
DETECTED, PLEASE RESTART WITH ORIGINAL
PAYTABLE EPROM (U6)" is displayed.

12. Switch off power and remove Master board.

13. Replace CONFIG Key EPROM U6 with original paytable
EPROM.

14. Reinstall Master board and switch on power.

15. After some seconds the message "RAM ERROR" is
displayed.

16. Press and hold the red reset button for approx. 5
seconds (until you hear an audible signal).

Proceed with Initial Setup.

MASTER BOARD

U6

U2

Service Switch

Reset Switch

COMM BOARD

D19

U34 U35

Perform step 3, 11, 12, 13
and 14 only when using a
selectable paytable!

Caution!

Make sure to have
the EPROM mounted

correct. The sockets'
groove and the EPROMs groove
have to point to the same
direction. Wrong insertion will
cause permanent damage to
EPROMs and boards.

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