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Expected use conditions: The MEI SCR product validates, denom inat es, stores, and
recycles banknotes. The MEI SCR is intended to be integrated as a peripheral within
a Host Machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing the SCR into a Host Machine, turn off all
power.
When installing or removing electronic boards observe all
ESD precautions to prevent damage.
STANDARDS CONFORMANCE
MEI SCR series products operate at Safety Extra Low Voltage level (SELV) as
defined in standard EN60950-1 «Safety of information technology equipment ». They
may be designed into equipment complying with IEC950/EN60335-1 ‘Safety of
Information Technology Equipment’.
SCR Banknote Recycler Series products are of Class 2 construction.
EMC NOTICE
This digital device does not exceed the Class A limits according to EN 55022 and
IEC/CISPR 22 limits for radio interference. In a domestic environment the User may
be required to take adequate measures.
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS
The SCR® Banknote Recycler must not be operated in the presence of flammable
gasses, fumes or water.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
Do not dispose of any part of a SCR® Banknote Recycler Series by incineration.
The intent of this document is to familiarize an Operator with the basic functions of
the MEI SCR Banknote Recycler, to ensure the product is installed properly and to
perform simple product upkeep. For more information on the SCR and about other
operations, see the SCR Service Manual.
Convention used in this document and in the Service Manual:
• Paragraph with the icon is intended to identify safety concerns.
• Paragraph with the icon provides helpful instructions to make the SCR
easier to use.
1.1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
SCR - Banknote Recycler
The SCR processes multi-width international “street money” with t he following basic
functions:
1. Denomination, Validation and Acceptance of street banknotes for multiple
countries,
2. Temporarily store the banknotes of the current transaction (Optional)
3. Provide change to the consumer from temporary cash stores held in the
Recycler Drums
4. Store the banknotes in a permanent store, at the Cashbox Module
5. The SCR is powered by an external 24 VDC power supply, not included
6. The SCR communicates with the Host Machine through an EBDS or USB
connection
The SCR Banknote Recycler requires a regulated DC input voltage ranging from 20
to 28 VDC.
NOTE: PEAK readings are specified so that represented voltages are inclusive of
any ripple, surge, or sag that may exist on the power lines with the exclusion of
inrush current, which is specified separately.
Chassis - metal frame containing all the other modules. The Recycler Module is
permanently fixed to the chassis.
Recycler Module- device for storing and dispensing banknotes.
The Recycler Module is part of the SCR® Chassis and not removable
without the use of special tools. The Recycler Module is permanently installed
inside of the Chassis.
1. Grasp the Acceptor firmly with a thumb on
the lower release bar and lift (Image 1).
2. Pull the Acceptor out and away from the
Chassis.
NOTE: The Acceptor Module (SC Advance) can be
removed with or without removing the bezel (if
equipped) beforehand.
Acceptor Installation
1. Grasp the Acceptor firmly with a thumb on
the lower release bar.
2. Depress the release bar and place the
Acceptor into the channel guides of the
Chassis. Ensure that the release bar is
properly and fully seated into the cut out.
Failure to fully seat the Acceptor may
result in Out-of-Service (OOS) condition.
1. Slide the Bezel onto the guides provided on the Acceptor Module. It is eas iest
to accomplish by sliding one end first, followed closely by the other end, as
shown in Image 10.
2. If the Bezel contains lights, connect
the harness first before installation.
There is a connection port located to
the left of the MMI lights (Image 11).
1. Slide a small, flat screwdriver between the Bezel and Acceptor housing as
indicated in Image 12. Slowly and gently pry while pulling the Bezel away
from the Acceptor. Repeat on opposite side, if necessary.
Each MEI® Acceptor Module is equipped with a Man-Machine-Inter f ac e (MMI) panel,
located on the front face. This panel is used to indicate the device’s internal state and
highlight if the SCR® currently has an error or fault. For indicatio n, three LEDs are
used: Green, Yellow (Amber) and Red.
In the case of a bill jam, refer to Section 3 for specific location. The following cases
highlight how to properly open the SCR and retrieve the jammed note in order to
return functionality to the machine.
4.1 TRANSPORT / RECYCLER JAM
A transport/recycler bill jam will be indicated via 4 flashes on t he Yello w M MI LED
(per Section 3).
1. Remove the Vault Module
(Section 2.2).
2. Open the Transport Module
(Section 2.4).
3. Locate the Upper and
Lower Bill Path Cover,
highlighted in green in
Image 16.
4. Open each Bill Path
Cover by depressing the
yellow tabs on each end
(Image 17).
5. Rotate the Bill Path
Covers up and check
for bill jams in the
Transport Section. If
no note or debris is
present, close Upper
and Lower Bill Path
covers and continue
to Step 6.
6. If no bill or debris is present, next check the Recycler Module drums. These
drums can be accessed via the yellow pull handles (Image 19). Pull down on
each handle to reveal the recycling drum.
4. Pull on upper latch of acceptor head
again (as in Image 20) and close latch until
seated fully.
SCR FIELD SERVICE GUIDE
Information subject to change without
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prior notice
Indoor
Outdoor
Location
Frequency
Location
Frequency
Acceptor
Field
12 months
Field
6 months
Vault
Field
12 months
Field
6 months
Transport
Field
12 months
Field
6 months
Recycler
ASC
24 months
ASC
12 months
Cashbox
ASC
As needed
ASC
As Needed
Table 2
4.3 CASHBOX JAM
1. Check the Transport Section for the note jam as it is possible that a note may
be at the very bottom of the Transport and can be retrieved without Cassette
removal (see Section 4.1).
2. Refer to Section 2.3 for removal of the cassette (cashbox) module.
Be sure to carefully pull the cashbox if removal is necessary. Aggressive
removal may result in a torn note.
5. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
5.1 CLEANING FRE QUENCY
The following table shows the recommended maintenance frequency. This c leaning
frequency was chosen to ensure optimal performance. It may be necessary to
undertake more or less frequent cleaning, depending upon the operating
environment and usage. If operating under particularly harsh conditions, attention
should be given to cleaning of the recognition sensors.
Module
The advanced cleaning steps provided below do not include use of
compressed air (required). Refer to SCR User Guide for instructions.
1. Remove the Vault Module from the SCR Chassis as shown in Section 2.2.
2. Manually verify operation of the Vault Module by rotating the drum in the
clockwise direction until an audible “click” is heard. Ensure that the movement
is smooth and free from any unexpected friction.
Image 27
3. Clean the transmission gears and optical lenses of dust and debris using a
lint-free swab or cloth.
1. Remove the Vault Module from the SCR Chassis as shown in Section 2.4.
2. Inspect and clean all optical lenses shown, using a lint-free swab or cloth.
Ensure that no lenses have scratches or are cracked. Using a 5% Isopropyl
Alcohol (IPA) solution and lint-free cloth, clean the Transport rollers of any
build-up.
3. Remove the Upper and Lower Bill Transport Covers from the Transport
Module. Follow the steps described in Section 4.1 to open the Transport
Covers. Then, carefully pull the Transport Housing “hinge-tab” until enough
clearance is gained such that the Transport Cover can be physically removed
from the rest of the Transport Assembly. Start with the Upper Cover first, then
Lower.
Image 31
4. With the Upper Transport Cover removed, clean the prisms and lightpipes on
both sides with a lint-free swab or cloth. Using a 5% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
solution and lint-free cloth, clean the Transport rollers of any build-up (Images
32 and 33).
6. Reinstall both the Upper and Lower Transport Covers back onto the Transport
Assembly. Close the Transport Covers and lock them into position.
5.5 CASHBOX MODULE
There are no Preventative Maintenance recommendations for the Cashbox Module.
Should an issue exist with the Cashbox, remove and replace. Send the Module to
the nearest MEI-Authorized Service Centre
There are no Preventative Maintenance recommendations for the Recycler Module.
Should an issue exist with the Recycler, remove the chassis to replace. Send the
Module to the nearest MEI-Authorized Service Centre.
Should the Recycler Module require replacement, the entire Transport-Recycler
Assembly can be removed from the Chassis and replaced. This can be done my
removing the five (5) screws on each side of the chassis, then disconnecting the
harness from the Recycler PCB.
3. Protocol specific commands via software packages trough Serial (RS232) or
USB (optional) interface
Please note that an un-programmed unit will not communicate via serial
interface. The MMI panel will illuminate all 3 LEDs and flash simultaneously.
6.1 USING CASHFLOW STS TOOL FOR SOFTWARE UPDATE
Cashflow® STS support tool version 7.10 or higher is required for updating SCR
software. This tool also requires a license key, which can be from the CPI Technical
Support team, upon request. More information about the Cashflow® STS installation
can be found in STS User Manual.
Ensure that the correct USB drivers are installed for the SCR prior to use. Connect
to the SCR via the front USB port on the SCN acceptor head. Successful connection
will reveal a highlighted “Read” button and the SCR device Serial Number will
populate on the lower portion of the window (Image 37)
To update the application firmware or variant, click on the “Edit” button on the farright section of the screen, under the “Modules” section. By selecting the
“Include/Change settings” box, a different software version can be applied. Select
“Load” to initiate a Windows browser search for the desired files.
Image 41
Validate that the “User Interface” is set to “EBDS” within the “Customer
Configuration” section. Test mode will result in improper communication with the
host machine.
The SCR software can also be updated using the PPM Advance™. The SCR
application firmware, variant and/or configuration file(s) can be loaded to the
handheld device and delivered remotely with the need for a PC. For a detailed
description on how to load the required files into PPM Advance™ memory, please
refer to the PPM Advance User Manual. This document can be requested by
contacting CPI Technical Support.
Before starting the software update procedure, ensure that the SCR unit is connected
via the front USB service port to using a standard USB A-to-B cable. When
navigating through the PPM Advance™ device screen, select “BA Update” menu and
“SC Recycler” submenu to select the software file(s) for update. Press (OK) button to
send the file(s) to the SCR.
The PPM Advance firmware version must be 1.03 or higher to function
with the SCR. If required, an update can be performed using Cashflow STS
version 7.10 or higher.
6.3 USING SERIAL PROTOCOL FOR SOFTWARE UPDATE
The SCR software can be updated via a special set of protocol commands, which
can be integrated into the host machine’s application. This method can be
accomplished by use of one of the existing API libraries or direct protocol integration.
For more information please refer to Protocol Integration Manual and Protocol
Specification which can be requested from the CPI Technical Support Team.