Technical documentation

Coin changer
G-46 MDB
Manual

11.02 Schn/vBi/ds
Edition 3.0
HB.MDBG46-GB

National Rejectors, Inc. GmbH • Zum Fruchthof 6 • D-21614 Buxtehude

CRANE Telefon: +49 (0)4161-729-0 • Telefax: +49 (0)4161-729-115 • e-mail: [email protected] • Internet: www.nri.de
G-46 MDB FOREWORD

4-tube coin changer G-46

The advantages at a glance:

• A programmable coin validator enables a fast reaction to changing
market situations or new false coins
• Configuring by use of the PC software "WinEMP" and the Palm
Handheld software "G-46 setting program" and "PalmEMP1"
• Easy switching to memory block 0 or 1 for the required coin
configuration
• Reliable sensing and optimum rejection of false coins due to the
proven electronic coin validator G-40.4000
• Universal payout mechanism for all coin diameters and thicknesses
• Optional payout combinations by simply changing the tubes
• Longer tubes and an additional 4th tube offer an optimum change
capacity
• Universal application in almost all machines simply by using a
different connecting cable or interface module
• Fast service due to error diagnosis
• Individual combination with peripheral devices and adaptation to all
market demands
• Splash-proof electronics
• Monitored coin run and forced sorting guarantee an improved
operating reliability and protection against manipulation

This description gives you a survey of the most important technical features
and options of the G-46 changer series.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our sales
staff will provide the necessary information.

National Rejectors Inc. GmbH

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G-46 MDB TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of contents

1 The most important information first 9

Brief information on the 4-tube coin changer 9
Information regarding this manual 10

2 For your safety 11

3 Options 12
String sensor 12
Configuration tools 12
Setting module G-55.0460 12
Palm handheld G-46.4 Setting Program 12
Palm handheld program "PalmEMP1“ 13
Programming stations 13

4 Design and function of the G-46 15

Overview of the device 15
Sorting the coins 16
Payout set with interchangeable tubes 16
Measuring principle 16
Programmed coin channels 17
Inhibiting coin channels with DIL switches 18
Selecting memory block 0 and 1 with DIL switch 20

5 Transporting and installing the changer 21

Transporting the changer 21
Installing the changer 21

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6 Connecting and operating the setting

module 23
General key functions 23
Menu structure 24
Basic steps of programming 24
Basic programming 25
Changing data 25

7 Putting the changer into operation

(minimal adjustments) 26
Filling tubes 26
Filling tubes using the internal keyboard 26
Filling tubes using the service function (Ser 06) 27
Emptying tubes 28
Emptying tubes using the internal keyboard 28
Emptying tubes using the service function (Ser 01) 28

8 Programming functions 29
Structure of the PRO functions 29
Adding up credit which cannot be shown on the
vending machine display (Pro 0401) 31
Release of inventory keys via the machine control
(Pro 0401) 31
Pay out security stock (0401) 32
Accept only tube coins when filling the tubes (0404) 32
Not enable inventory keys via machine control (0404) 33
Inhibiting individual coins (Pro 15) 33
Setting the sensitivity of the string sensor (Pro 21) 34
Setting the maximum coin number per tube (Pro 25) 34
Setting the security stock per tube (Pro 26) 35
Setting the wake-up time (Pro 53) 35
Setting of the coin sorting to the tubes (Pro 54–57) 36
Setting of the coin sorting to hoppers (Pro 70) 37
Activate hoppers (Pro 71) 37

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9 Service functions 38
Structure of the SER functions 38
Resetting the coin counters of the tubes (Ser 06) 38

10 Remedying faults 39
Solving actual problems 39
Error display via the internal LED 40
Reading out error messages via the setting module 40

11 Cleaning the changer 43

12 Repairing and exchanging components 44

Exchanging tubes 44
Exchanging the payout set 47
Exchanging the interface module 48

13 Technical Data 50
CE Certification 51

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G-46 MDB THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION FIRST

1 The most important information first

Brief information on the 4-tube coin changer

The 4-tube changers of the G-46 series are designed for application in
vending and service machines. By changing the connecting cable and/or
the interface module, they can easily be adapted to different machines.
They support the following machine interfaces:
• 2-price relay output (parallel interface)
• 4-price relay output (parallel interface)
• 4-price API (parallel interface)
• Simplex V (serial interface)
• BDV (serial interface)
• MDB (serial interface)
• VCCS (serial interface)
In comparison to the former 3-tube changers, the 4-tube changers do not
only have an additional tube, but also lengthened tubes, more coin channels
and further functions. The coin validator offers a reliable sensing system
and rejection of false coins with the proved and well known coin validator
G-40.4000.
Due to the modular design, you can individually combine your changer with
accessories (see chap. 3 "Options"). Configuration is carried out via a PC,
Palm handheld or via the setting module.
This manual only considers the setting module for configuring the coin
changer. Using the PC and Palm handheld programs the same functions
can be displayed and set, for these programs separate operating instructions
are at your disposal (see chap. 3 "Options").
The menu of the setting module is clearly divided into programming
functions (PRO), and service functions (SER). Some of the programming
functions (filling and emptying tubes) can also be carried out directly on the
device via the internal keyboard.

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Information regarding this manual

This manual is intended to be a reference book for workshop staff. However,

if you still have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
To facilitate orientation within this manual and the operation of the device,
the following fonts and signs were used in the text:
• Safety instructions, which have to be complied with in order to
protect operator and devices, have been written in bold writing and a
pictogram has been used.
• Special notes which are meant to help the user use the coin validator
have been written in italics and also been identified with a pictogram
.
• Requests to perform an action are given sequential numbers (1., 2.,
3. etc.).

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G-46 MDB FOR YOUR SAFETY

2 For your safety

The 4-tube changers of the G-46 series are designed for application in
vending and service machines. They have been constructed in compliance
with the state of the art and the recognized safety regulations. Nevertheless
this equipment can be a source of danger. Therefore please follow the
safety regulations below.
Only use the coin validator for the above-mentioned purpose.
Under no circumstance can the manufacturer be held liable for
any damage or loss resulting from improper use of the device.

The changer must only be connected by a qualified electrician.

The coin validator pcb is fitted with components which may be

damaged beyond repair by electrostatic charges. Please
observe the handling instructions for components at risk due
to static.

Select the correct voltage for each changer (see label).

Never remove the coin validator's connecting cable from the

changer when it is live.

Remove the vending machine's plug from the socket before

installing, cleaning or removing the changer.

Always transport the changer without any coins in it and never

carry it by means of the cables.

Please contact NRI if you want to extend or alter the device in

a way that is not described in this guide.

Protect the changer against contact with water or any other

liquids.

Dispose of the device in accordance with environmental laws.

We reserve the right to make technical modifications to the

device which are not covered by these instructions!

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OPTIONS G-46 MDB

3 Options

In order to adapt the coin validator to your individual needs, NRI offers the
following peripheral devices:

String sensor

Due to the monitored coin run and a string sensor, the device is further
protected against manipulation.

Configuration tools

For checking and modifying programmed coin changer data in situ and
without removing the coin changer from the vending machine there are
three configuration tools available: the Setting Module and the two Palm
handheld programs "G-46.4 Setting Program" and "PalmEMP1".

Setting module G-55.0460

The setting module enables you to
• read out error messages,
• check or change adjustments (PRO mode),
• carry out service functions (SER mode).
Chapter 6 "Connecting and operating the setting module" will give you
further information about its function.

Palm handheld G-46.4 Setting Program

The Palm handheld software is also used for diagnostics and configuration
purposes and offers the same setting options as the Setting Module
G-55.0460.
For more details about installing and operating the program separate
software instructions can be downloaded at any time from the NRI homepage
(www.nri.de) in a compressed PDF format.

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G-46 MDB OPTIONS

Palm handheld program "PalmEMP1“

This Palm handheld software is used to download the latest coin changer
data into memory block 0 and 1of the device memory (data block download)
as well as to adjust acceptance bands.

Programming stations

NRI offers computer programming stations by means of which you can

change adjustments of the G-46. The programming stations enable you to
• check the coin acceptance and payout of the changer,
• find out what causes malfunctions,
• programme channels of the coin validator,
• programme the coin sorting,
• compare measured values of inserted coins with measured values
programmed,
• programme coin channels by inserting selected coins (teaching the
coin validator),
• adapt the adjustments of the changer to your machine.
The WinEMP programming station includes
• the tester G-19.0641,
• a test stand
– G-19.0643 for the complete changer or
– G-19.0584 for the coin validator,
• the software WinEMP with the following system requirements:
– operating system Windows 95b/95c/98/NT/2000/XP (not CE)
– working memory of at least 32 MB
– CD-ROM drive
– graphic resolution 800 x 600 dpi min./High Color
– serial interface COM1/COM2
• the software instructions for the G-40.4000 "WinEMP – The
configuration and diagnostics program for NRI coin validators“.
The configuration software WinEMP cannot only be used with the G-46
changer, but also with NRI coin validators of the G-40, G-18 and G-13
series, if you have the corresponding licence and programming station for
these series (see software instructions for the corresponding coin validator
series).
If these instructions are not available to you, they can be
downloaded at any time from the NRI homepage (www.nri.de) in a
compressed PDF format.

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OPTIONS G-46 MDB

With another programming station you can update the program of the new
G-40.4000/3 series. This programming station includes
• the tester G-19.0641,
• the programming adapter G-19.0646 and
• a software available at NRI upon request with the following system
requirements:
– MS-DOS operating system from version 3.3
– working memory of at least 512 KB
– serial interface COM1/COM2.

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G-46 MDB DESIGN AND FUNCTION OF THE G-46

4 Design and function of the G-46

Overview of the device

Coin insert funnel Return lever

Dummy plug Interface

setting module

Coin validator

Internal keyboard
Interface
machine
printer etc. Label

Interface PC

Tube

Payout module

Fig. 1: Design of the G-46

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Sorting the coins

A coin inserted into the machine first enters the electronic coin validator,
where coin characteristics such as alloy, diameter, weight and embossing
are checked by means of probes and light barriers. If the measured values
do not lie within the programmed limit values the recognized false coin will
be rejected via the coin return. Otherwise, the acceptance gate opens to the
sorting system. The coin validator now checks if the coin is to be sorted into
one of the four tubes. If the coin is not programmed as tube coin (see label
of the coin validator) or when the light barrier of the appropriate tube
indicates a full tube, the coin falls into the cash-box.

Payout set with interchangeable tubes

The payout set consists of the payout module and 4 coin tubes. In order to
guarantee a reliable payout of coins with different diameters, you can
choose the suitable tubes from various coin tubes with different diameters.

Measuring principle

Coins inserted into the coin validator pass sensors which check the coins
and there they generate individual measurement values. Due to a special
construction and arrangement of the sensors, each coin is checked for its
material properties and dimension. An upper limit and a lower limit are
stored for each coin type, a so-called acceptance band, so that the coin
validator knows whether to accept a coin or not. If the coin values measured
are within the acceptance band, the coin is accepted for sale, but if they are
outside the band, it is rejected and directed into the return area.

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G-46 MDB DESIGN AND FUNCTION OF THE G-46

Programmed coin channels

The coin validator has 16 „memory locations“ for coin acceptance which can
be assigned up to 16 different coin types or tokens. These „memory
locations“ are called coin channels. The acceptance band of a coin type/
token is allocated to a coin channel and the coin type/token is accepted in
that channel.
To be able to reject false coins reliably, channels with a narrow or even a
very narrow acceptance band are frequently set up for a coin type, in
addition to the standard coin channel. The limits of these coin channels are
closer to one another so that false coins with similar measurements are
rejected. However, narrow und very narrow coin channels also accept less
genuine coins.
In addition it is possible to allocate coins with different measurements but
identical coin values to different coin channels. In this way the coin validator
can, for example, accept one type of old and new coins.
However, a coin channel is not only assigned the acceptance band and the
coin value of one coin type but also other coin information which defines
further processing of the coin after its acceptance: e.g. inhibit and sorting
information.
Since in most cases the manufacturer’s customer-specific programming
does not take up all the coin channels, channels which are still vacant can
be assigned coin values and the desired further information at any time
using the programming station (WinEMP).
The coin validator offers two memory blocks configured independently from
one another and including 16 coin channels each (see section "Selecting
memory block 0 and 1 with DIL switch" in this chapter).
The label indicates which coin types are assigned to which channels (see
fig. 2).
G-40.4000/3-0764
QC:
QPK AQL D REFEU/D
Block-0
087082/0001
Block-1 00019296 12 VDC
0000
Block 0 L ML MR R Block 1 L ML MR R
-,10 DM 01 -- -- -- -- -- -- -,05 EUR 01 -- -- -- -- -- --
-,50 DM 02 06 -- -- E3 -- -- -,10 EUR 02 -- -- -- E3 -- --
1,- DM 03 07 10 -- -- 17 -- -,20 EUR 03 -- -- -- -- -- --
2,- DM 04 08 -- B3 -- -- -- -,50 EUR 04 -- -- -- -- 17 --
5,- DM 05 09 -- -- -- -- B2 1,- EUR 05 -- -- D2 -- -- --
2,- EUR 06 -- -- -- -- -- C2
-,10 DM 09 -- -- -- -- -- --
-,50 DM -- 10 -- -- -- -- --
1,- DM -- -- 11 -- -- -- --
2,- DM -- 12 -- -- -- -- --
5,- DM -- 13 -- -- -- -- --

CRANE NATIONAL REJECTORS, INC. GMBH

Fig. 2: Label of the G-46

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Inhibiting coin channels with DIL switches

The 16 coin channels can be inhibited by means of the setting module

(Pro 15, see chap. 8). In addition, it is possible to inhibit the channels 1–8
by means of DIL switches, which are situated on the rear of the coin
validator. In order to get free access to the switching block, the coin validator
must be removed (see fig. 3). In order to inhibit a channel, push the
corresponding switch to the right to the ON position (fig. 4).

B de
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216m Frucany .
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Clo .

Fig. 3: Removing the coin validator

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G-46 MDB DESIGN AND FUNCTION OF THE G-46

Fig. 4: Inhibiting channel 1 to 8 with DIL switches 1 to 8 on the rear of the coin validator
(CPU card)

With DIL switch 9 of the switching block the G-46 can be switched
over to MDB-protocol, if it is fitted with a coin validator G-40.4000
from /3 upwards. This may be necessary when a new validator has
to be installed in a changer with an old MDB interface module.

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Selecting memory block 0 and 1 with DIL switch

The G-46 can manage two memory blocks 0 and 1 which are
configured independently. Each block has been allocated 2 times
16 coin channels with different coi values, sorting and inhibiting
information etc. The blocks are programmed according to
customers’ requirements at NRI. Always only one block is active
and can be used for coin validation.
Using DIL-switch 10 of the switching block, memory block 0 or 1
can be activated:
1. Remove the coin validator from the device at the top (fig. 3).
2. For block 1 set DIL-switch 10 into the right-hand ON position,
for block 0 into the left-hand position (OFF) (fig. 5).
3. Reinstall the coin validator.
4. Switch off and on the power.
The required memory block is activated.
N O
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Fig. 5: Activate memory block 1

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G-46 MDB TRANSPORTING AND INSTALLING THE CHANGER

5 Transporting and installing the changer

Transporting the changer

Empty the tubes, before transporting the device (see chap. 7
"Putting the changer into operation"). If not, loose coins could
damage the pcb.

To prevent damage, transport the device only in the original

packaging and never carry it by means of the cables.

Installing the changer

Before installing, to prevent damaging the device you must
ensure,

– that the interface module and the connecting cable of the

changer are suitable for the machine,

– that the supply voltage of the changer coincides with the

specification given on the label.

Here are the instructions for installing the changer:

1. Remove the machine's plug from the mains socket.
2. Fit the changer into the machine:
– Mount the changer (3 holes) (fig. 6)
– Remove coin validator (fig. 7)
– Screw on changer's housing.
– Reinsert coin validator.
Ensure that there is a gap between the return levers of the
machine and the changer.

3. Connect the changer to the machine.

4. Reconnect machine to mains supply.

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B de
ehu
uxt of 6
14 B hth
216m Frucany .
se Zu Germ
Clo .

Fig. 7: Removing the coin validator

Fig. 6: Mounting the changer

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G-46 MDB CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE SETTING MODULE

6 Connecting and operating the setting

module

The setting module G-55.0460 enables you to

• read out error messages,
• control or change adjustments (PRO),
• carry out service functions (SER).
Connect the setting module to the socket (1) which is situated on the
frontside of the changer at the top right (fig. 7).

General key functions

call up present adjustment

of a selected function,
activate 1st (sub-)function,
activate editing mode,
move cursor to the left
select function/
mode,
F E
store values

– +
reduce, increase adjusted
values,
leave function/mode

Fig. 8: Key function of the setting module

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Menu structure

Via the F -key of the setting module, three modes can be selected:
DIS mode not used
PRO mode Here you can adjust different parameters
(s. chap. 8 "Programming functions“)
SER mode Here you can find service functions
(s. chap. 9 "Service functions“)
Via the display, you can check in which mode you are.

Basic steps of programming

Primarily, the programming basics describe the general programming

steps. However, the instructions for changing the values are explained in a
different chapter. The subfunctions in the SER mode can be selected in the
same way as in the PRO mode.

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G-46 MDB CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE SETTING MODULE

Basic programming
Starting from the normal mode, which means the display is off, you can
activate the programming mode by pressing the F -key two times and
afterwards the E -key. The display then indicates Pro 04 which is the first
programming function. Once you are in the programming mode, you need
to follow these steps:

Programming step Press key Display

1. Select function F until Pro xx (two digits) appears
2. Activate function E Value of function or number of 1st
sub-function
3. Call up adjustment of sub-function E Value of 1st sub-function
4. or call up further sub-function F until Pro xxyy (four digits) appears
5. Activate editing mode E Pro xxyy (four digits) and
Value of desired sub-function
6. Change value (see next section)
7. Store value F number of selected (sub-)function

If you do not want to adjust any more functions by following basic

programming, keep pressing the + -key until the display shuts down.
Otherwise the display will shut down automatically after 40 seconds.
When you only want to read the adjustments of a function, the step
"Changing data" is generally omitted.

Changing data
Here, a change of the individual coin inhibit (Pro 1501) serves as
an example to explain how to change data. Channel 3 has to be
inhibited:

Programming step Press key Display (example)

1. Activate editing mode E Pro 1501
(see previous section) 00000000
2. Move cursor to the left E twice Pro 1501
(here: for channel 3, to the 3rd place 00000000
from the right)
3. Increase flashing digit by 1 + Pro 1501
00000100
4. Store value F Pro 1501
00000100

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7 Putting the changer into operation

(minimal adjustments)

Filling tubes

Before filling the tubes you should empty the cash-box, because coins that
route to the cash-box during filling will not be counted.
When there are no coins in the tubes, but the coin counters of the tubes
indicate an amount of money, set the coin counters to zero by means of
Ser 06 (see chap. 9 "Service functions" in "Resetting the coin counters of
the tubes").
Limit tube filling if necessary in Pro 25 (see chap. 8 "Programming
functions" in "Setting the maximum coin number per tube").

Filling tubes using the internal keyboard

1. Press + -key.
An acoustic signal confirms that you are in the tube-filling mode.
2. Insert coins.
When inserting the first coin in each tube, make sure that the coin
lies flat in the tube.

3. Press + -key.
The display shuts down.

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Filling tubes using the service function (Ser 06)

If you additionally want to control the filling level of the tubes, the tubes can
also be filled by means of the service function Ser 05:
1. Select Ser 05.
When all tubes are empty, the display of the setting module now
indicates the following (see below):
SEr 05
uuuu 00 Coin channel of the inserted coins

Filling level of the 4 tubes

2. Insert coins.
The display changes the indication of the filling levels.
3. Press + -key.
The display shuts down.
Meaning of the display for the filling levels:
Display Meaning
Tube empty
Tube not empty
Tube full
Contradictory messages from the tube filling sensors
Programmed tube filling level reached
When the display indicates , check the filling level sensors.

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Emptying tubes

You can empty the tubes by means of the internal keyboard or a service
function.

Emptying tubes using the internal keyboard

When you need some coins for test vends or you want to empty the tubes
before transporting the changer, you can empty the tubes by means of the
internal keyboard on the frontside of the changer:
L pay out a coin from the left tube

ML pay out a coin from the middle/left tube

MR pay out a coin from the middle/right tube
R pay out a coin from the right tube
If you press a key for more than 4 seconds, the coins will be paid out
continuously. Simply press any another key if you want to stop this process.
If in function 0401 the third digit from the right is set to "1", the
machine control must enable inventory for emptying the tubes via
the internal keyboard. (See description of the machine control).

Emptying tubes using the service function (Ser 01)

When the machine control does not enable inventory via the internal
keyboard, the inventory can be carried out by means of the service function
Ser 01.
1. Select the required tube:
SEr 01 01 tube left
SEr 01 02 tube middle/left
SEr 01 03 tube middle/right
SEr 01 04 tube right
The filling level will be indicated for each tube.
2. Press E -key in order to return a coin.

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G-46 MDB PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS

8 Programming functions

Structure of the PRO functions

Function Meaning of the adjusted value

0401 Operation mode 1
00000000
Adding up credit which cannot be displayed (1),
reset credit (0)
Disable internal keyboard
(release via machine control) (1),
enable keyboard (0)
Security stock in tubes can be paid out with DISPENSE
(1)
0404 Operation mode 3
00000000
While filling the tubes, only accept coin to be sorted
into tubes (1)
reserved
Transmit tube filling level incl. security stock to the machine
(1)
Not enable inventory keys via the machine control (1)
1501 Individual inhibiting of channels 1–8 (1)
00000000 channels 1–8 (right to left)
8 1
1502 Individual inhibiting of channels 9–16 (1)
00000000 channels 9–16 (right to left)
16 9
2101 Sensitivity of the string sensor
2501 Maximum number of coins in left tube
2502 Maximum number of coins in middle/left tube
2503 Maximum number of coins in middle/right tube
2504 Maximum number of coins in right tube

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Function Meaning of the adjusted value

2601 Ssecurity stock of coins in left tube
2602 Security stock of coins in middle/left tube
2603 Security stock of coins in middle/right tube
2604 Security stock of coins in right tube
5301 Wake-up time
5401 Coins to be sorted into left tube, channels 1–8 (1)
00000000 channels 1–8 (right to left)
5402 Coins to be sorted into left tube, channels 9–16 (1)
00000000 channels 9–16 (right to left)
5501 Coins to be sorted into middle/left tube, channels 1–8 (1)
00000000 channels 1–8 (right to left)
5502 Coins to be sorted into middle/left tube, channels 9–16 (1)
00000000 channels 9–16 (right to left)
5601 Coins to be sorted into middle/right tube, channels 1–8 (1)
00000000 channels 1–8 (right to left)
5602 Coins to be sorted into middle/right tube, channels 9–16 (1)
00000000 channels 9–16 (right to left)
5701 Coins to be sorted into right tube, channels 1–8 (1)
00000000 channels 1–8 (right to left)
5702 Coins to be sorted into right tube, channels 9–16 (1)
00000000 channels 9–16 (right to left)
7001 Coin channel of hopper 1
7002 Coin channel of hopper 2
7101 00
Hopper 1 activated (1)
Hopper 2 activated (1)

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Adding up credit which cannot be shown on the vending

machine display (Pro 0401)

If two different currencies are managed by the coin changer, the set
smallest coin value is seldom the lowest common multiple of both currencies.
The credit of the coins inserted during one sale, which can not be shown on
the vending machine display as it is not divisible by the smallest coin value,
can be added up nevertheless and taken into consideration during the
vending operation.
With the first place from the right-hand side of function Pro 0401 you set,
whether the credit, which cannot be displayed, is to be added up or not:
Pro 0401
00000000
Add up credit, which cannot be displayed (1),
reset credit (0)

Release of inventory keys via the machine control (Pro 0401)

Whether the inventory keys (L, ML, MR, R) of the internal keyboard are to
be disabled and enabled via the machine control or not, you set using the
third place from the right-hand side in function Pro 0404:
Pro 0401
00000000
Disable inventory keys, must be enabled by means of
the machine control (1),
enable inventory keys (0)

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Pay out security stock (0401)

The security stock defines the number of coins not to be paid out for each
tube. Usually, the default is 3. For critical coins the set value can also be
higher (see section "Setting the security stock per tube (Pro 26)" in this
chapter).
Using the fourth place from the right-hand side in function Pro 0404 you can
set the changer so that also the security stock is paid out:
Pro 0401
00000000
Security stock can be paid out with DISPENSE (1),
Security stock cannot be paid out (0)

Accept only tube coins when filling the tubes (0404)

Use function Pro 0404 to set, whether only those coins are to be accepted,
which are sorted into tubes or all coin types programmed, while filling the
tubes. In the first case cash coins would be rejected.
Set the first place from the right-hand side:
Pro 0404
00000000
Only accept tube coins while filling the tubes (1),
also accept cash coins (0)
Concerning function Ser 05, the cash-box does not need to be
emptied before filling the tubes with setting "1".

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Not enable inventory keys via machine control (0404)

If the inventory keys L, ML, MR, R of the internal keyboard are not to be
enabled via the machine control, you can determine this in function Pro 0404
with the first place from the left-hand side:
Pro 0404
00000000
Inventory keys cannot be enabled via the machine control (1),
Keys can be enabled via the machine control (0)

Inhibiting individual coins (Pro 15)

In the subfunctions 01 and 02 of Pro 15 the coin channels can individually

be inhibited, by setting the digits assigned to the channels to 1.
Pro 1501
00000000
Inhibit coin channel 1 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 2 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 3 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 4 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 5 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 6 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 7 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 8 (1)
Pro 1502
00000000
Inhibit coin channel 9 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 10 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 11 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 12 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 13 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 14 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 15 (1)
Inhibit coin channel 16 (1)
If more than one coin channel is assigned to a single coin type (nor-
mal, narrow, very narrow), all relevant coin channels must be
inhibited in order to inhibit the coin type.

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Setting the sensitivity of the string sensor (Pro 21)

This function is of special interest for validators with string sensor. With
function Pro 21 you can change the sensitivity of the sensor. The maximum
sensitivity is set by a value of 00. With a value >50 the sensor is only
activated, when the acceptance flap is opened by the string or the coin.

Setting the maximum coin number per tube (Pro 25)

In the sub-functions 01 to 04 of Pro 25 you can set the maximum number

of coins to be collected by each tube. When the programmed number of
coins is achieved for a tube, all following coins for this tube will be led into
the cash-box. Only when coins have been paid out from this tube, is the tube
able to collect coins again.
When "0" is programmed, coins will be sorted into the tube until the upper
filling level sensors indicate "tube full".
For each tube a sub-function is assigned:
• Left tube Pro 2501
• Middle/left tube Pro 2502
• Middle/right tube Pro 2503
• Right tube Pro 2504

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Setting the security stock per tube (Pro 26)

In the sub-functions 01 to 04 of Pro 26 you can set the number of coins not
to be paid out for each tube. Usually, the default is 3. For critical coins the
set value can also be higher. When paying out, only values from 1 to 9 are
considered.
In function Pro 0401 you can determine, that also the security stock
can be paid out.

For each tube a sub-function is assigned:

• Left tube Pro 2601
• Middle/left tube Pro 2602
• Middle/right tube Pro 2603
• Right tube Pro 2604
The coin changer is set at the manufacturer so that the security
stock is not sent to the vending machine control, if the machine
control questions the tube filling level
(real filling level = sent filling level + security stock).

Setting the wake-up time (Pro 53)

For coin changers in battery operation and with an external wake-up line a
time period can be set in function Pro 53, which specifies how long the coin
changer remains switched on after having received the last message from
the vending machine (wake-up time).
After the wake-up time had passed the coin changer is switched off
automatically and must be re-waked by the vending machine which activates
the external wake-up line.
There are factors (1–255) to be set, which are multiplied with a time unit of
0,264 seconds. If the setting is ≤ 10 (= 2,6 seconds), a wake-up time of
30 seconds, set at the manufacturer, is applied.

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Setting of the coin sorting to the tubes (Pro 54–57)

In the functions Pro 54–57 you can adjust which programmed coin types are
to be sorted in which of the four tubes. Each tube has a corresponding
function:
• Left tube Pro 54
• Middle/left tube Pro 55
• Middle/right tube Pro 56
• Right tube Pro 57
The coin type to be sorted into a tube is defined via its channels (see label
in chap. 4 "Design and function of the G-46" for the assignment coin type
– coin channel).
• Channel 1–8 in tube L Pro 5401, 9–16 in tube L Pro 5402
• Channel 1–8 in tube M/L Pro 5501, 9–16 in tube M/L Pro 5502
• Channel 1–8 in tube M/R Pro 5601, 9–16 in tube M/R Pro 5602
• Channel 1–8 in tube R Pro 5701, 9–16 in tube R Pro 5702
Example:
Left tube (L) is to collect 2 Euro coins and no longer 1 Euro coins.
1 Euro coin is programmed in channels: 4 (normal), 8 (narrow), 11 (very narrow),
2 Euro coin is programmed in channels: 5 (normal), 9 (narrow)
All channels of the 1 Euro coin are set to "1":

Pro 5401 Pro 5401

10001000 00000100
8 .... 1 16 ... 9
All channels of the 1 Euro coin must be set to "0“ and those of the 2 Euro coin to "1“.

Pro 5401 Pro 5401

00010000 00000001
8 .... 1 16 ... 9
With this setting the 2 Euro and no longer the 1 Euro coin is sorted into the left
tube.
Only sort coins of the same value into one tube.
Make sure to consider all coin channels of a coin (normal and
narrow).

After changing the sorting, it may be necessary to adapt the tubes of the
payout set to the new coin (see chap. 12 "Repairing and exchanging
components").

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Setting of the coin sorting to hoppers (Pro 70)

This function is only supported by MDB changers with hopper
interface.

With this function one coin out of channels 1 to 16 is assigned to hopper 1

or hopper 2. It is only possible to pay out one of the coin types from the
hopper, that is programmed as tube coin in the changer (see section
"Setting of the coin sorting to the tubes (Pro 54–57)" in this chapter. The
hopper is used, if one coin type is particularly often paid out as change.
For the coin channel of both hoppers a sub-function is assigned each (see
label in chap. 4 "Design and function of the G-46" for assignment coin type
– coin channel):
• Coin channel for hopper 1 Pro 7001
• Coin channel for hopper 2 Pro 7002
The hoppers must be enabled in function Pro 7101 (see next
section).

Activate hoppers (Pro 71)

This function is only supported by MDB changers with hopper
interface.

Pro 7101
00000000
Hopper 1 activated (1)
Hopper 2 activated (1)

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9 Service functions

Structure of the SER functions

Function Meaning
2501 Empty left tube
2502 Empty middle/left tube see chap. 7
2503 Empty middle/right tube
2504 Empty right tube
0501 Fill tubes see chap. 7
0601 Reset coin counter for left tube
0602 Reset coin counter for middle/left tube
0603 Reset coin counter for middle/right tube
0604 Reset coin counter for right tube

Resetting the coin counters of the tubes (Ser 06)

Before refilling the tubes (e.g. after transporting the changer), the
four coin counters must be reset to zero. For this proceed as
follows:

Programming step Press key Display

1. Select SER mode F 3 times Ser
2. Activate SER mode E Ser 01
3. Select function F 3 times Ser 06
4. Call up „left tube“ E Ser 0601
032
5. Reset coin counter E, + , – Ser 0601
HHH000
6. Call up „middle/left tube“ F Ser 0601
050
7. Reset coin counter E, + , – Ser 0602
HHH000
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for other tubes
9. Back to standby mode + Display shuts down

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10 Remedying faults

Solving actual problems

Problem Cause Remedy
coin validator rejects all inhibition active if necessary, refill machine
coins
if necessary, clear expendable
material (e.g. coffee filter)
coin validator rejects single coin channel inhibited check Pro 15 and DIL switch
coins and enable inhibited channel
Read out error message via
setting module (see section
after next)
coins fall into cash-box and coins emptied without check filling levels and set
not into tubes inventory before transport display to zero
coin counters was not set to reset coin counters
zero before filling the tubes
motor default payout slide blocked by coin remove jammed coins, carry
out test by means of internal
keyboard
flat cable between payout slide connect flat cable
and power supply unit not
connected
defective flat cable between exchange payout set
payout slide and power supply (see chap. 12)
unit
sensor for final motor position exchange payout set
defective (see chap. 12)
motor control of power pack exchange power pack pcb
pcb defective

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Error display via the internal LED

The internal LED that indicates errors is positioned on the interface module
between the top of the tubes and the coin validator. When there is no fault
and the changer is ready to accept money it is flashing constantly.

Flashing Cause Remedy

once defective check sum check all programming functions
twice machine blocks G-46 check machine
3 times no serial communication check connecting cable to machine and to
peripheral equipment
4 times motor default check payout set by means of internal
keyboard (see previous section).
5 times data for machine control cannot be check connecting cable to machine
transferred

Reading out error messages via the setting module

If the setting module is connected to the changer, when a fault occurs you
can read out error messages with the setting module's display. The
meaning is described in the following tables.

Display Meaning Remedy

Ab-01 coin rejected as measured values not lie change acceptance band or insert a
within the acceptance band different coin
Ab-02 coin inhibited check Pro 15 and DIL switch, enable if
necessary
Ab-03 measuring time over as CP2 not reached check if coin validator is dirty
Ab-04 coins were inserted too quickly insert coins more slowly
Ab-05 CP3 and CP4 active if necessary, clear jammed coins
check CP3 and CP4
Ab-06 no CP3 if necessary, clear jammed coins
check CP3
Ab-07 no CP4 if necessary, clear jammed coins
check CP4
Ab-08 CP4 too long check CP4
Ab-09 string signal clean or exchange string sensor

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The acceptance of a coin will also be indicated, which is in the form of "An
x yy". Here "yy" indicates the channel number and "x" the sorting of the coins
according to the following scheme:
0 = cash-box
1 = left tube
2 = middle/left tube
3 = middle/right tube
4 = right tube
Example:
„An 0 12“ = Coin accepted in channel 12 and sorted into the cash-box

Display Meaning Remedy

FE-01 motor default, left tube press internal L -key

FE-02 motor default, middle/left tube press internal ML

-key
FE-03 motor default, middle/right tube press internal MR
-key
FE-04 motor default, right tube press internal R -key

FE-13 check sum error in acceptance bands check all programming functions using PC
software "WinEMP"
FE-14 check sum error in coin values check all programming functions using PC
software "WinEMP"
FE-15 check sum error in programming data check all programming functions using
setting module or PC software "WinEMP"
FE-38 no communication with machine control check connecting cable

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The following status messages can indicate problems with the

machine. Nevertheless, the changer operates without fault.

Display Meaning Remedy

InFo-01 return function active check return lever
InFo-09 string sensor active, as string was check sensor
recognized by the string sensor
InFo-13 check sum error in programming functions check corresponding functions by means
which, despite being incorrectly adjusted, of setting module or PC software
only restricts G-46 function "WinEMP"
InFo-80 machine blocks G-46 check machine

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11 Cleaning the changer

From time to time it is necessary to clean the coin validator by using a damp
cloth:
You must prevent water from running into the device.
Otherwise, the pcbs will be damaged. Do not use solvents or
scouring agents that can affect the plastic parts of the device.

1. Switch off machine.

2. Push lever (1) upwards and open coin validator (see fig. 9)
3. Clean coin run way in coin validator with damp cloth (ukewarm water
plus detergent).
4. Close coin validator.
5. Switch on machine again.

Fig. 9: Open the coin validator

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12 Repairing and exchanging components

Exchanging tubes

For the removal of tubes

1. Remove coin validator (see "Installing the changer" in chap. 5).
2. Remove tube cover towards the front by means of the recesses (1)
(see fig. 10).
3. It is recommendable to unfasten the fastening screw (1) for the
cash-box channel on the right-hand side of the housing (see fig. 11).
4. Push one of the middle tubes downwards (A) and pull the tube next
to it upwards (B) to lift the partition, now remove tube towards the
front (C) (see fig. 12).
5. Push partition upwards with one hand (A) and if necessary remove
the other tubes in the following order: middle, left, right (B) (see
fig. 13).

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CE 60 1
JE -,2
R
LA -,5
NO
ITA
N

®
EN
AR
C

1 1

Fig. 10: Remove tube cover Fig. 11: Unfasten fastening screw

SEC A0-12V
9VA

0,8AT
AV81

Fig. 13: Dismount other tubes

Fig. 12: Dismount first tube

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Begin the installation with the outer tubes:

1. Insert left or right tube into payout set so that the 2 pins (1) on the
bottom of the tube enter into the appropriate holes of the payout set
(see fig. 14).
2. Push partition upwards and let the tube snap into the partition.
3. Do the same with the remaining tubes, first the other outer tube and
then the inner ones. For the installation of the last tube the partition
must be pushed upwards by pushing one of the adjacent tubes
upwards.
4. Check if all tubes are snapped into position at the top and at the
bottom.
5. Retighten the screw for the cash-box channel on the right-side of the
housing.
6. Insert tube cover on the payout set and push it into the housing with
lateral locking levers slightly pressed outwards.
7. Install changer.

Fig. 14: Mount tubes

After each change of the tube combination, the programming

functions Pro 54 and Pro 57 must always be readjusted (see
section "Setting of the coin sorting to the tubes" in chap. 8).

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Exchanging the payout set

For the removal of the payout set

1. Remove coin validator (see chap. 5 "Installing the changer", fig. 5).
2. Remove tubes (see "Exchanging tubes" in this chapter).
3. Push side cover on the right side of the housing outwards and
remove snapped in partition (1) together with cash-box channel (see
fig. 15).
4. Push side cover on the left side of the housing outwards and remove
snapped in partition (1) (see fig. 16).
5. Remove partition and cash-box channel from the housing towards
the front.
6. Disconnect flat cable (1) between payout set and pcb (see fig. 17).
7. Simultaneously push the right and left stop levers (2) inwards and
remove the payout set (3) towards the front of the housing (see
fig. 17).

1
1
0/115V
11

220/240V

0-12V V21-0
9VA AV9

0,8AT TA8,0

15 16

0-12V SEC 0-12V

9VA 9VA

0,8AT 0,8AT
18VA

2
0-120V 0-120V
0,104V 0,104V
2

17
Fig. 15–17: Exchange payout set

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For the installation of the new payout set

1. Connect flat cable (1) (see fig. 17).
2. Push payout set into housing until both stop levers (2) snap into
position (see fig. 17).
3. Push partition and cash-box channel into housing, beginning with the
left side and then the right side.

Exchanging the interface module

For the removal of the present pcb

1. Remove coin validator (see chap. 5 "Installing the changer", fig. 5).
2. Remove tubes (see "Exchanging tubes“ in this chapter).
3. Remove partition and cash-box channel (see "Exchanging the
payout set“ in this chapter).
4. Disconnect cable from pcb.
5. If there is a dummy plug (1), remove it from the housing then remove
cable from cable passages in the housing towards the front (see
fig. 18).
6. Remove screws (2 + 3) (see fig. 18).
7. Lift the pcb slightly on the right-hand side and remove it from the
housing.
8. Reinstall pcb in reverse order.

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0/120V
11
V

220/240

0-12V SEC 0-12V

9VA 9VA

0,8AT 0,8AT
18VA

0-120V 0-120V
0,104V 0,104V

Fig. 18: Exchange interface module

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13 Technical Data

Coin acceptance: Max. 16 coin types (incl. up to 3 tokens)

diameter: 15–33 mm
thickness: 1.2–3.3 mm
Coin payout: 4 coin types out of tubes
diameter: 15–32 mm
thickness: 1.2–3.3 mm
Dimensions: height: 380.0 mm
width: 133.5 mm
depth: 76.5 mm (80 mm with return lever pressed)
Mounting position: vertical (max. deviation 2°)
Operating temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C
Air humidity: max. 90 %
Operating voltage: 18 Volts–40 Volts DC
Power consumption: standby 3.5 VA, max. 15 VA
Noise immunity: The device meets the present requirements regarding
noise immunity and noise emission according to the
EC guidelines (electromagnetic compatibility directive)
Safety regulations: low voltage directive

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CE Certification

The CE certificate (CE = Communautés Européennes) confirms

that our products comply with specified basic requirements of
the applicable directive. The CE certificate is not a quality
assurance certificate in terms of the quality expected by the
manufacturer but only in terms of the quality demanded legally. It is a pure
administrative certificate and is intended only as proof of compliance with
the directives for the monitoring authorities and not directed at clients or final
customers.
Which directive(s) was/were applied can be seen in the declaration of
conformity. The manufacturer must keep this declaration available for the
monitoring authorities only (for a minimum period of 10 years after the last
product has been introduced to the market). However, upon request we can
provide copies of this declaration for our customers.
The following directives and their subsequent changes can be applied to our
devices:
1. The EMV Directive (89/336/EEC)
for devices which cause electromagnetic interference or are
interfered with by such.
2. The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)
for electrical operating means which are used with a nominal voltage
of between 50 and 1000 V AC and 75-1500 V DC.
3. The CE Certificate Labelling Directive (93/68/EEC)
Modification directive regarding the application and use of CE labels.

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