HARDWARE REVISION HISTORY Rev.1.0. - an initial document version Rev.2.1. - a new version of the document with the following changes: A new point II.2. GAMING MACHINE MOUNTING INSTRUCTION on pages. 15 - 26 in CHAPTER II. INSTALLATION is added, as the points: Multimedia Chair Mounting Instruction and Top Lamp Mounting Instruction are removed because the information there is added in the new point.
HARDWARE I.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION P-27/75V St Curved gaming machines (hereinafter so referred to as "Machines") are designed for use in casinos and gambling halls. The series is developed on the basis of the Exciter III Gaming Platform, specially created for Euro Games Technology (EGT) and complied with the newest requirements of the gaming industry.
Before switching on the machine for the first time, please carefully read and understand this User Manual. I.2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS Manufacturer: EURO GAMES TECHNOLOGY Ltd., Bulgaria Type: EGT-VS18 Power Supply Voltage: 100 - 240 V ~ Current: 7.6-3.2A Consumption: ...
HARDWARE I.3. OPERATING CONDITIONS P-27/75V St Curved gaming machines are designed and manufactured to keep their operability at the following conditions: Ambient temperature: from +10С° to +30С° Relative humidity: from 20% to 80% Vertical operation position +10%...
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HARDWARE The power cord of the gaming machine shall always be disconnected from the socket, when any repairs or servicing are performed at open main door. In case of power cord damage, it shall be replaced by a special cord or cord set, supplied by the Manufacturer or its representative.
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HARDWARE II.1. VISUAL INSPECTION Before installation the machine shall be visually inspected for possible transportation damages. WARNING! The Manufacturer shall not bear liability for damages occurred upon transportation of the Gaming Machine. II.2. GAMING MACHINE MOUNTING INSTRUCTION II.2. 1. TOOLS REQUIRED Tool Type Star wrench...
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HARDWARE 2. Mounting of the Gaming Machine Back to Gaming Machine Body The gaming machine back is positioned in vertical position. The two modules are positioned against each other. They are approached to the limit, in an effort to ensure maximum fit of the mounting holes. The gaming machine back is fixed to the body via 4 pcs.
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HARDWARE 3.2. The top lamp electrical connection - The top lamp is connected to the connector mounted on the back (on the outside of the ceiling - Pos. 1 in Fig. II.7.) (see the gaming machine electrical diagram). The grounding conductor of the top lamp is passed through the back inside through the provided hole (Pos.
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HARDWARE 3.3. Top lamp mounting to the gaming machine back – it is fixed by 4 pcs. DIN 7981 M3.5x9.9 Screw- Fig. II.9. Fig. II.9. 3.4. The service cover CSVIP.04.14.00.00.00 mounting – in reverse order of dismantling. 4. Electrical Connection of the Gaming Machine Back and Body 4.1.
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HARDWARE 4.2. Electrical connection of the back of the cabinet to its body - All power and communication cables are connected to the corresponding connectors of the cabinet divider according to the electrical diagram of the gaming machine - Fig. II.11.
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HARDWARE 5. Multimedia Chair Mounting 5.1Mounting the top "seat" to the base of the multimedia chair - Place the chair base on the floor. The upper part (aligned horizontally) is placed on the axis of the base shock-absorber - Fig. II.14. Fig.
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HARDWARE 5.2. Multimedia chair electrical connection to the gaming machine 5.2.1. Plug the connectors between the base and the top of the chair - disassemble the connector cover, plug the connector and then install the cover of the multimedia chair – Fig. II.15. Fig.
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HARDWARE II.3. GAMING MACHINE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS In order to ensure proper operation of the machine the preliminary opera- tions, described below shall be performed: Place the machine in vertical position; Upon installation ensure at least 10 cm cooling space behind the back of the machine;...
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HARDWARE III.1. CONTROL KEYS Access to the credit forming screen, service functions and accounting of the machine may be preformed by use of either mechanical or electronic keys. The system recognizes 4 types of keys: ATTENDANT - attendant’s mechanical/electronic key by which player’s credit ...
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HARDWARE Fig. III.1 Credit addition can be performed: From the Screen Keyboard: 1. Dial the necessary number by touching the digit keys on the touchscreen keyboard. If a wrong digit is chosen, press <- ; 2. Press Add button; 3. If new Current Credit value is wrong, press Cancel and enter again; 4.
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HARDWARE III.3. CREDIT CLEAR Credit zero reset and payout thereof may be performed only if the game is in bet mode after pressing a CASH OUT button. At pressing a CASH OUT button the credit may be paid out by Attendant (handpay), via thicket printer depending on settings of the gaming machine.
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HARDWARE The visible part may be won if the player hits the winning jackpot combination according to the game rules. After the win of the visible value, the hidden value is shown as a new visible value. A valid address should be set in the machine settings and that the machine participates for LAP progressive jackpot should be indicated.
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HARDWARE The jackpot win splashes are only greeting. Depending on the machine set- tings, the jackpot splash can be cleared automatically after defined time or by At- tendant key. The amounts won from jackpots may be added to the credit meter or be paid by hand (handpay).
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HARDWARE III.6. SIGNAL LIGHTS LIGHTING MODES The signal lights are mounted on the top of the machine. Top ( Left ) Lamp Hand Pay Middle Lamp Open Door Yellow Bottom ( Right ) Lamp Tilt / Change Green They indicate the following conditions: 1.
Description: Blow the dust away from the fun and the processor radiator using a mighty air stream. Clean only when the power is switched off! For prevention can address to the nearest EGT service. Recommended Maintenance Period: monthly. Cleaning: Clean the dust from the outside of the fan. Use a soft brush and vacuum cleaner.
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HARDWARE III.7.5. Ticket printer Description: Upon normal operation accumulation of dust on the paper might reduce printing quality. Recommended Maintenance Period: Depending on ambient conditions. In normal conditions the cleaning shall be carried out each 6 months. At severe operation conditions, such as polluted and/or dusty environment, it is recommended to perform cleaning more often.
HARDWARE CHAPTER IV. HARDWARE COMPONENTS IV.1. General Description of Components…………………………….….……….. 39 IV.2. Power Distributor Unit and Power Supply Units………………..…………... 45 IV.3. Exciter III - Specialized Gaming Platform……………...……………………. 46 Monitors and Touchscreen……………………………………………….…... 47 IV.4. IV.5. Multimedia Chair………………………………………………….……………. 47 IV.6. Bill Validator………………………………………………………………..…… 49 IV.7.
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HARDWARE The machine consists of five main parts: body, main door, upper part of 75” curved vertical monitor, back, and multimedia chair. IV.1.1. Body - Pos. 11 in Fig. IV.1. The body is the main part of the cabinet, inside of which the most of electronic machine components are located.
HARDWARE 12V and 24 V Distributor - “12V & 24V Distributor V 1.0” - Pos. 46 in Fig. IV.3; 12V Distributor - “12V Distributor V 1.0” - Pos. 53 in Fig. IV.4; IV.2.2. Technical Parameters Main Power Supply Units (PSUs) Parameter Value 100 ÷...
HARDWARE IV.6. BILL VALIDATOR (OPTIONAL) IV.6.1. Location in the Machine: Bill Validator Entrance - Pos. 32 in Fig. IV.1., Bill Validator Door - Pos. 28 in Fig. IV.1. and Bill Validator - Pos. 38 in Fig. IV.2. IV.6.2. Type: CashCode MFL (Fig. IV.6.), JCM UBA-10-SS (JCM UBA-14- SS) or JCM iPro-100-SS (Fig.
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HARDWARE NOTE! The Bill Validator JCM UBA-14-SS can be used as well but it has to support serial interface RS232 and protocol ID-003. In case of using JCM UBA-14-SS an adapter Bill Level Adapter has to be used as well. This adapter converts bipolar signals into unipolar signals. Fig.
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HARDWARE JCM UBA-10-SS Electrical parameters Value Power Supply Voltage: 12V DC ± 5% Standby 0.3 A Current consumption Operating mode 1.6 A Communication Interface RS232 Storage Temperature Environment Parameters -20°C ÷÷Value +60°C Operation Temperature +5°C ÷ +50°C Operating Relative Humidity 30% ÷...
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HARDWARE MEI Advance SCN8347 MEI SC8307 and Electrical parameters Value Power Supply Voltage: 12 ÷ 28V DC ± 5% Standby 0.45 A Current consumption Operating mode 1.25÷3.0 A RS232 Communication Interface Environment Parameters Value Operation Temperature 0°C ÷ +60°C Operating Relative Humidity 5% ÷...
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HARDWARE Fig. IV.15. Components of JCM iVizion - SS A. Acceptor Unit M. Transport Unit Release Lever B. Front Upper Guide Access Lever (Acceptor Unit) N. Power ON LED (Green) C. Bezel (Option) - use from JCM iPro model! O. USB (mini-B) Software Download/...
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HARDWARE IV.6.6. Collecting Bills IV.6.6.1. Collecting bills from CashCode MFL - 1 - - 2 - - 3 - Fig. IV.16. CashCode MFL Collecting Bills Open bill validator door. Push the lever, pointed by the small arrow on Fig.IV.16-1 and pull the cassette out.
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HARDWARE Open Bill validator door. Hold the cassette handle and pull it in direction, pointed by the arrow on Fig. IV.17-1. Open the cover and take the bills (Fig. IV.17-2). Put back the cassette into the housing. IV.6.7. Removing Jammed Bills IV.6.7.1.
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HARDWARE CashCode MFL operates in two basic modes: validation and service. Defining settings, operating mode and enabled denominations is performed by two groups of switches - SW1 and SW2 (Fig. IV.20., Fig. IV.21. and Fig. IV.22.) Fig. IV.21. CashCode MFL SW1 Setting switches condition Switch Denomination 1 enabled Denomination 1 disabled...
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HARDWARE Parameters Switch Orientation of the bill SW 2.1 Four-way One-way SW 2.2 Not used Not used Interface communication speed SW 2.3 9600 bps 19,200 bps Operating Mode SW 2.4 Service Mode Validation Mode For additional information on switch features and explanations, please see CashCode MFL User Manual.
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HARDWARE IV.6.8.3. Configuring Ardac Elite Two similar groups Bank 1 and Bank 2 of switches are located, which are shown below (Fig. IV.24.) Fig. IV.24. Ardac Elite Setting switches condition To select serial interface RS 232, determine the ID003 Baud Rate - 9600, and enable barcode reading, the following switches have to be in given position: Bank 2, switch 4 - ON, Bank 2, switch 5 - OFF...
HARDWARE IV.7. TICKET PRINTER (OPTIONAL) IV.7.1. Location in the Machine: Pos. 39 in Fig. IV.2. IV.7.2. Тype: Ithaca Epic 950/950L, FutureLogic GEN2 or FutureLogic GEN2 Universal, JCM Global GEN5. Fig. IV.27. Ithaca Epic 950 Ticket Printer Fig. IV.28. Ticket Printer FutureLogic GEN2 FutureLogic GEN2 Universal Fig.
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HARDWARE IV.7.3. Purpose of Use: Prints vouchers and tickets. IV.7.4. Technical Parameters a) Ithaca Epic 950 Ticket Printer parameters: Electrical parameters Value Power Supply Voltage 24V DC ± 10% Current Consumption At 24V and 25% black max 2.2 А Communication interface RS232 Environment Parameters Value...
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HARDWARE c) FutureLogic GEN2 Universal Ticket Printer parameters: Electrical parameters Value Power Supply Voltage 24V DC ± 10% Current Consumption At 24V and 25% black max 2.7А Communication interface RS232 Environment Parameters Value Operation Temperature 5°C ÷ 50°C Storage Temperature -20°C ÷...
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HARDWARE IV.7.5. Loading tickets a) Loading tickets in Ithaca Epic 950 Ticket Printer Fig. IV.30. Loading tickets in Ithaca Epic 950 Ticket Printer 1. Load tickets into the ticket supply tray, making sure that the Black Dot is positioned as shown in Fig. IV.30. 2.
HARDWARE IV.8. KEYBOARD CONTROLLER AND KEYBOARD PANEL IV.8.1. Location in the Machine: Keyboard Controller - Pos. 42 in Fig. IV.2. and Keyboard Panel - Pos. 12 in Fig. IV.1. IV.8.2. Type USB Keyboard Controller IV.8.3. Purpose of Use USB Keyboard Controller: ...
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HARDWARE CASH OUT (B11) - а button for credit cash-out procedure starting. First it ─ transfers the win to the credit meter (ends the game) and then starts the procedure for cash-out the credit. SERVICE - a button for staff calling; ─...
HARDWARE Fig. IV.34. Keyboard buttons on the armrests of the chair IV.9. METER MODULE IV.9.1. Location in the Machine: Pos.20 in Fig. IV.1. IV.9.2. Type: Counters Vega IV.9.3. Purpose of Use counts the impulses, transferred by the control platform to the appropriate mechanical meters;...
+12V, 0.2A max IV.11. DECORATIVE LIGHTING IV.11.1. Location in the Machine and Type: Includes: White light for EGT logo (Pos. 2 in Fig. IV.1.), bill validator entrance and meters module; Red light for EGT logo on the cabinet back; ...
HARDWARE V.1. TROUBLESHOOTING External features Possible cause Solution Fuse burned out Replace fuse Power Cord Replace power cord Nothing lights up Main Power Supply Unit Check PSU LED. Replace PSU. (PSU) Defective button Replace the button Buttons don’t work Problems with connection to Check keyboard controller con- keyboard controller nections.
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HARDWARE Bill 100 accepted - Logged when a bill of par value 100 is accepted. Bill 2 accepted - Logged when a bill of par value 2 is accepted. Bill 20 accepted - Logged when a bill of par value 20 is accepted. Bill 200 accepted - Logged when a bill of par value 200 is accepted.
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HARDWARE Drop door closed - Logged when the drop door is closed. EEPROM data error - Logged when NVRAM is cleared. Gamble entered - Logged when Gamble is entered. The won amount at Gamble entering is logged. Gamble exited - Logged at Gamble exit. The value of the amount won is displayed. Game has ended - Logged when the game is over.
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HARDWARE Power off bill stacker door opened - Logged at bill stacker door opening at machine power off. Date and time of first door opening and opening counts are logged. Power off bill validator door access - Logged at Bill Validator door access at machine power off.
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HARDWARE Bill jammed - Solution = Call attendant. Bill stacker door opened - Solution = Close bill stacker door. Bill stacker jam - Solution = Call attendant. Bill stacker opened - Solution = Close bill stacker. Bill validator door opened - Solution = Close Bill validator door. Card cage opened - Solution = Close card cage.
General error - Appears at a critical problem in the machine NOTE! In case of fatal general error it is necessary to connect to the EGT service and report the error code, written in the box and additional information in the lower right corner of the screen.
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HARDWARE VI.3. CONNECTORS OF EXCITER III CONNECTORS BOARD BH40S 2x20 pin male PIN No Signal Name PIN No Signal Name T RXD4 T TXD4 T RXD7 T TXD7 T RXD5 T TXD5 T RXD6 T TXD6 T RXD2 T TXD2 T RXD3 T TXD3 DIN0...
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HARDWARE INTRUSION SWITCHES MOLEX 7x2pin Mini-fit Straight PIN No Signal Name PIN No Signal Name INTRUSION0# INTRUSION1# INTRUSION2# INTRUSION3# INTRUSION4# INTRUSION5# INTRUSION6# Serial Ticket Printer MOLEX 3x2pin Mini-fit Straight PIN No Signal Name PIN No Signal Name COM9 Rx +24V COM9 Tx EXT_DIN11 (Coin Acc.
HARDWARE Cabinet FANS CviLux CI3103P1V00 PIN No Signal Name +12V AUDIO OUTPUTS MOLEX 2x2pin Mini-fit Straight PIN No Signal Name PIN No Signal Name SPKR FL+ SPKR FL- SPKR FR+ SPKR FR- POWER OUTPUT AMP 350211 PIN No Signal Name/Current +5V/1.5A +12V/1.5A AUDIO INPUT...
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