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While every effort has been made to include all features in this user manual, specifications stated may not reflect all features of the later software versions. If you need information or support for your Kolibri Signature and its operation, please contact our technical support by visiting Kolibri USA’s support page at www.KolibriUSA.com/support.
• Take the unit to a qualified technician when service or repair is required.Do not try to replace any parts yourself, unless assisted by Kolibri technical service center. Supplied spare parts are intended for use by qualified personnel only.
Table of Contents Important Saftey Notes INTRODUCTION About Kolibri Signature Box Contents Specifications Front View Rear View Control Panel Home Screen GETTING STARTED Powering Up Loading the Hopper OPERATING MODES & FEATURES Auto & Manual Mode Mix Mode Sort Mode...
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4. AFTER-COUNT FUNCTIONS Report Serial Number Report Rejected Bills Report Print Menu DETECTION FEATURES Counterfeit Detection Half Note Detection Double Note Detection Chain Note Detection Contact Image Sensor 6. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Feed Gap Adjustment Calibration Procedure Troubleshooting Waranty Contact Information...
Thank you for choosing Kolibri Signature 2-Pocket Mixed Currency Counter & Sorter. Kolibri Signature is a 2-pocket professional bill counter, value reader and sorter. It has a convenient reject pocket, touch screen control panel and intuitive user interface to offer a user-friendly experience with fast and premium performance.
1.3 Specifications Power supply AC 100-240 V, 50/60Hz Power consumption ≤ 80W Counting speed up to 1,200 bills/min Applicable bill thickness 0.07-0.15mm Hopper capacity 500 bills Stacker capacity 200 bills Batch range 1 - 200 bills Feeding system Roller friction system Display Touchscreen TFT, 4.5’’...
1.5 Rear View 7. Feed Gap Adjustment Knob 13. USB Port 8. Back Door Handle 14. USB Port 9. Power Inlet 15. External Display Port (6P6C) 10. Power Inlet Fuse 11. Power Switch 12. Printer Port (RS232)
1.7 Home Screen 1. MODE Activated mode 2. CURRENCY Currency selected 3. BATCH Batch function activated if the number is displayed /deactivated when off is displayed 4. MENU Set date and time; configure printing, beep, sleep mode; service access; and product information 5.
In order to avoid jams and ensure proper operating speed of the unit, it is important to load the hopper correctly. Kolibri recommends to not use more than 500 bills at a time and change to “MANUAL” mode until the technique of loading bills is mastered.
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2. Load the Stack Make sure the bill stack is square, as shown in the diagrams below. Loading more than 500 bills at a time is not recommended. Correct Incorrect 3. Feed the Bills See diagrams below for proper bill feeding.
3. OPERATING MODES & FEATURES 3.1 Auto & Manual Mode After turning the unit on for the first time, it will default to auto mode, and “AUTO ” will be displayed on the home screen. In this mode, the unit starts counting automatically.
3.3 Sort Mode: This mode can be activated by pressing “MODE” button or the “MODE” named touchscreen button, and select “SORT” in the mode’s sub-menu. “SORT” mode enables users to count and sort bills by single denomination. This can be useful to sort out other denominations from a large single- denomination stack.
3.5 Orientation Mode This mode can be activated by pressing “MODE” button or the “MODE” named touchscreen button, and select “ORIENT” in mode’s sub-menu. “ORIENTATION” mode enables users to count and sort bills based on one of four possible orientations. The orientation of the first bill in the hopper determines the sorting and counting orientation for the entire stack.
5. Observe the target value next to the smaller VBATCH label on the home screen, indicating that VBatch mode is activated and set to the desired batch value. 3.7 DSort Mode This mode can be activated by pressing “MODE” button or the “MODE” named touchscreen button, and select “DSort”...
The number and value of the bills will be displayed on the screen. Empty the stacker and add the new stack into the hopper. The unit will continue counting and adding the new values to the totals. Note that Kolibri Signature will not memorize the status of the “ADD” function when turned off.
To deactivate “BATCH” function, press “BATCH” or the function name on the touchscreen by tapping “OFF” in sub-menu. 3.11 Add + Batch Function “ADD + BATCH” function allows users batching bills while also incrementing the running totals as more bills are added to the hopper, instead of resetting them after each batch.
3.12.2 Auto-Currency Function “AUTO-CURRENCY” function allows users sort and count individual currencies out of stacks of mixed currencies. This function can be activated by pressing “CURRENCY” button or the function name on the touchscreen by choosing “AUTO” in sub-menu. The currency type of the first bill in the hopper determines the sorting and counting currency type for the entire stack.
4. AFTER-COUNT FUNCTIONS 4.1 Report “REPORT” function is available by pressing the “REPORT” on touchscreen. It provides an on-screen report of the number of bills and the total value for each denomination counted. To exit the report screen, press the “BACK” button or the function name on the touchscreen.
(For example “Settings->Old USD” options was set to “Reject”) Please note that Kolibri Signature, like all other integrated detection discriminators on the market, cannot guarantee a 100% accurate counterfeit detection for every single bill regardless of its specific condition. Several factors may cause recognizing...
“PRINT” button to print the report. The printer connection port in located on the rear panel of the unit - as shown in section 1.5 Rear View. Kolibri recommends using Cassida Universal Cash Handling Thermal Printer that comes with the required compatible cables.
4.5 Menu Menu can be accessed by pressing “MENU” button. To navigate and choose desired settings in sub-menu touch needed button on the touchscreen. SUB-MENU DESCRIPTION DATE Sets the date displayed on the home screen and printed reports TIME Sets the time displayed on the home screen and printed reports NEXT BATCH COUNT N/A OLD USD...
5. DETECTION FEATURES 5.1 Counterfeit Detection Kolibri Siganture detects counterfeit bills through the following built-in detection systems (all activated by default): - Ultraviolet Sensor (UV) - Magnetic Sensor (MG) - Infrared Sensor (IR) - Dual Contact Image Sensor (CIS) Suspected bills are automatically directed to the reject pocket and are not added to the count.
5.2 Half Note Detection Kolibri Signature detects half notes and automatically directs them to the reject pocket.This feature is activated automatically in all modes. 5.3 Double Note Detection Bills may stick to one another due to excessive soiling, folding or various other reasons.
Regular care and preventive maintenance are crucial for extending the lifespan of Kolibri Signature and preventing most operational issues. It’s important to avoid using metal clips, staples, or rubber bands with the bills being counted. Adhering to the correct procedures for loading the hopper (as detailed in section 2.2, “LOADING THE HOPPER “) and adjusting the feed...
6.2 Feed Gap Adjustment During transportation or the normal course of operation, the feed mechanism’s adjustments might become altered, potentially resulting in errors such as DOUBLE or CHAIN errors. These errors occur when the feed gap, which is the space within the bill feed path, is improperly set.
6.3 Calibration Procedure The contact image sensor (CIS) and infrared sensors (IR) within the unit are precisely calibrated at the factory. However, with regular use, the sensor’s sensitivity may alter, potentially causing False errors. To address this, the unit can be re-calibrated using the white calibration card (white laminated paper) provided with the product.
If the problem persists, plugged in. refer to section 6.6 2.Check the fuse and "CONTACT INFORMATION" replace if damaged (under to contact Kolibri the power outlet). technical service center for additional support. Motor rollers do not Turn off the unit and...
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(continued): Issue/Error Procedure/Cause Reference Message “CONTACT INFORMATION” to contact Kolibri technical service center for additional support. Inaccurate counting 1. Ensure bills are correctly 1. Bills should be loaded stacked in the into the hopper correctly hopper. (ref. section 2.2 “LOADING 2.
To activate your warranty in the USA, please register your product online by visiting www.KolibriUSA.com/warranty-registration. Kolibri Signature is warranted for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In most cases, a malfunction can easily be resolved by cleaning the unit.
6.6 Contact Information Technical Support Contact Information: Email: support@kolibriusa.com Phone: 1-866-710-9980 Please be prepare to provide the following information when you contact KolibriUSA technical service center: • Product Model – Located on the back of the unit. • Serial Number – Located on the bottom of the unit. •...
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