English Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Safescan 2985-SX banknote counter. For proper use and maintenance we advise you to read this user manual carefully. Please note Should the equipment be altered in any way or used in a manner for which it was not intended at the time of delivery, the supplier of the equipment accepts no responsibility for injury or damage to personnel or equipment.
5. The device will perform a self test, during which its software version and product number will be displayed. After a successful self-test, the machine will open the count screen and is ready to use. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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Open Count mode menu Automatic start counting On/Off Add function On/Off Open counting speed menu Open detection type menu Screen elements Selected batch number batch Total value of counted banknotes value Number of counted notes More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
3. When the banknotes are placed on the hopper the machine will automatically start counting. Press [AUTO] on the screen to switch Off this function. If AUTO is switched off, press [START/OK] to start counting. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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6. Press the [REPORT] button to view the detailed counting results specified per denomination. Press [PRINT] on the screen to print the counting results*. EUR Report Print Press to print* * Safescan TP-230 printer separately available Value Total 1.545 More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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Place banknotes of the preselected currencies on the device. The results will be shown on the screen. Preselections of currencies can be done Auto Multi in the device settings menu. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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Only the number of counted notes will be Sheet counting with UV detection. shown on the screen. Sheet counting with MG detection. UV | MG Sheet counting with both UV + MG detection. 3.655 Count Auto UV|MG More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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3 currencies can be mixed counted simultaneously. Value Auto Sort Sort banknotes per Counting the number and value of banknotes denomination. sorted per denomination. Denominations different than the first counted banknote denominations are rejected. Value Sort Auto More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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The device will on the device. automatically multiply this piece-value to the number of counted sheets to determine the value. Value Note: The device will not filter out different denominations. Auto More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
3. Place a stack of banknotes on the hopper. The device will now stop counting when the batch number has been reached. Note: When the batch number is not reached the device will sound one Auto audio signal. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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5. Press <- to exit the report screen and return to Total 1.545 the count screen. * Printing can be done with the optional Prev. / Next page Safescan TP-230 printer. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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1 banknote is located at the Image distorted 6 - 8 bottom of the stack. 3. The reason for rejection is shown on the right hand Denomination version difference side. UV-Error 13-15 3 / 3 More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
If no obvious visible issues are found, count the banknote again and check if the problem persists. - The hopper may be set too loose. Adjust the hopper knob in clockwise direction. See chapter maintenance and servicing. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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Close the back panel Hopper sensor blocked Remove banknotes and clear dust from the hopper sensor. Stacker sensors are blocked Remove all banknotes from the stacker and clear dust from the stacker. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
5. Press [ESC] to exit the quick menu. Note: Settings can always be saved. Every time the [Save Set-1 or Set-2] is pressed, the current settings will overwrite previous saved settings. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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For printing the count results you’ll need the results. optional Safescan TP-230 printer. (Print Serial# if vailable) Export count results Note: Safescan Money Counting Software requires to the Money the use of the Safescan MCS cable. Counting Software More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
5. Function switch OFF: Switch is grey Keep settings after restart 6. Function switch ON: Switch is Round Add-Batch bright white and blue. 7. Page number indication 2 / 4 Prev. / Next page More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
Shows which firmware version is installed. Currency version Shows which currency software version is installed. * Printing can be done on the optional Safescan TP-230 printer. Serialnumber scanning may not be available for all currencies. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
When using a vacuum cleaner make sure to put a soft brush attachment onto the hose. The device will automatically give maintenance advise. Please make sure to clean the device as advised. More info, articles, tutorials and videos at: support.safescan.com...
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Maintenance & servicing Cleaning the device and sensors 1. Use the enclosed cleaning aids (brush and cleaning sheets) for servicing the 2985-SX. A. Start with brushing the top and bottom surface until all visible dust is removed. B. Use the soft side of a cleaning sheet to wipe all further dust from the top and bottom surface, the sensors and rotation wheels.
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Use in combination with safescan money counting software The Safescan 2985-SX series can be used in combination with the Safescan Money Counting Software. Visit: www.safescan.com/downloads. This enables you to export your counting results and serial number information to the PC for further processing.
2985-SX banknote counter can keep pace with these changes. All Safescan devices are tested yearly at the Central Banks. To make sure your machine is up to date, please check our website regularly to see if there are updates available and needed for your device.
If you need any further assistance: our support team is available by phone during office hours (GMT +1 timezone) or by e-mail to answer any question you may have regarding the usage of your Safescan device. Visit www.safescan.com for details.
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