VENDAPIN DATATRON III SERIES 5882 Operator's Manual

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DATATRON III SERIES

MODELS 5882 and 5885

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Page 1 DATATRON III SERIES MODELS 5882 and 5885...
Page 2: Fcc Warning
VENDAPIN LLC. The drawings, specifications, and other technical information contained in this manual are the property of VENDAPIN LLC and shall not be copied, reproduced or used in any way, in whole or in part, as the basis of manufacture or sale of similar items without the prior written consent of VENDAPIN LLC.
Page 3 VENDAPIN LLC will repair or replace the unit free of charge. If any such defect is discovered after 90 days and up to the end of the two-year warranty period, VENDAPIN LLC will repair the unit free of charge. All warranty repair and replacement actions are contingent on verification of...
Page 4: Return Authorizations
This policy requires you to ship prepaid to us, the unit and/or major components of the unit, under a Return Authorization for repair. VENDAPIN LLC shall not be obligated to service or supply parts for any unit after seven years from date of purchase.
Page 5 An optional Model 5884 portable printer (945884-001) may be used to print out an account audit. • This is a plain paper printer. Replacement paper may be ordered from VENDAPIN LLC. A replacement ribbon is also available. See Parts List.
Page 6 What’s new in this release Normal and Steering mode Operation The firmware installed in your device determines the mode of operation you will be running. The firmware version usually displays at power-up. You can also read it in idle state (ENTER DATATRON PIN CODE) by simply pressing *.
Page 7: About The Product
The Datatron III supports pricing based on patrons paying for services using PIN numbers entered on the keypad. The device allows up to two prices. Copy mode Patrons are charged for each transaction. Prices are set in the VENDAPIN device. Cards accepted The unit will accept only program cards for administrative use.
Page 8 The Control Card Adds or deletes PIN accounts. Sets the total value of each PIN Account. The site administrator assigns each user a PIN code, which is entered on the keypad by users when they want to make a copy. Audits or clears individual counters, or the master total counter.
Page 9: Getting Started
Plug the Datatron III into a 3-prong, grounded wall outlet. The unit will cycle through its boot-up sequence, displaying the firmware version. If you ever need to call or email VENDAPIN LLC customer service, you may be asked to provide this boot-up information. Please note the displayed version numbers and write them in the spaces provided on the last page of this manual.
Page 10 Your Unit P r o g r a m m i n g t h e u n i t Modifying parameters The unit must be in program mode to modify parameter values. Values can include PIN numbers for users, and the authorized number of copies for two prices. Insert the Control Card that came with your unit to enter program mode.
Page 11 Parameter Description Default Range Provides keypad-only access to the Menu maintenance menu. Enter the first PIN number. For PV1 (or print value 1) enter the number of copies authorized for Price 1. For PV2, enter the number of copies authorized for Price 2. To Add PIN Press A to confirm values for this PIN: 0-2000...
Page 12 Clear ONE (PIN) count. Enter the PIN you wish to reset. Press A to confirm each PIN. When done, press C to return to program menu. -OR- To Reset individual Clear ALL Counts. Note: Deleting ALL PIN COUNTERS of Press A to confirm. Numbers can take All PINS, considerable time.
Page 13 Display shows: 1. Total count To Audit or Clear 2. Total copies Master Counters, Select and press your choice 1 or 2. None 0 – 999999.99 Read meter. Press 6 Select * to clear count to zero. Select C to quit without resetting. Display shows: #1 PRICE O: (Original Price) N: XX.XX...
Page 14 No Activity timer The amount of time the Datatron will remain active after the last transaction. Factory default is 60 seconds.
Page 15: Pin Codes
A PIN code is a number encoded in the Datatron III unit that identifies the user. For example, in a university setting, each group of freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and staff could each be assigned a distinct personal or group access PIN. VENDAPIN offers up to 2000 access PIN numbers, depending on model and firmware.
Page 16: Parameter Listing
Setting Copy Prices U s i n g t h e P r i c e M e n u s You can set two prices on a Datatron III. When you first turn on the unit, it will be in standby mode, ready for user input, and display: ENTER DATATRON PIN CODE Insert the Control Card.
Page 17 Parameter Description t Range Defaul Provides keypad-only access Menu to the maintenance menu. Display shows: #1 PRICE O: (Original Price) N: XX.XX To Set PRICE To exit without changing, Press C. None 0 – 99.99 Press 7 Enter the new price and Press A to change.
Page 18 1 . V i e w i n g a n d r e s e t t i n g m e t e r s o n t h e D a t a t r o n L C D d i s p l a y You can view both total and individual meters directly on the display or upload them to a PC using VENDAPIN’s Datatron III CD. The manual keypad meter-reading technique is shown in the table below.
Page 19 Parameter listing The table below lists the parameters in the order in which they appear on the display, the acceptable range of values, and the default setting for each parameter. NOTE: TO EXIT PROGRAM MODE AT ANY TIME, PRESS C TO GET TO MAIN MENU, AND REMOVE THE CONTROL CARD.
Page 20 Enter the one PIN you wish to audit, followed by the A key. Display will show: PV1: XXXXXX.XX To View M: XXXXXX.XX Counts for PIN: 0 – 2000 ONE PIN, None Press S to advance to next PV: 0 - 999999.99 screen: Press 5 PV2: XXXXXX.XX...
Page 21 2 . P r i n t i n g m e t e r s To print out meters to a portable serial printer: • Insert the Control Card as described above. • Be sure the printer-style serial cable is attached correctly to both devices. •...
Page 22 3 . D o w n l o a d i n g M e t e r s t o a C o m p u t e r D a t a b a s e Datatron III Download Software CD •...
Page 23 PIN Accounts P I N a c c o u n t b a s i c s The Datatron III supports account numbers ranging from 0 to 999999, and each Datatron III can store up to 2000 accounts at one time, depending on the firmware. PIN numbers behave like credit cards.
Page 24 Enter the menu Parameters as shown in the following table to control the prices. Parameter Description Range Default Provides keypad-only access Menu to the maintenance menu. Enter the first Pin Number. For PV1 (or print value 1) enter the number of copies authorized for Price 1.
Page 25 Clear ONE (PIN) count at a time. Enter the PIN number you wish to reset. Press A to confirm each PIN. When done, press C to return to program menu. -OR- Clear ALL Counts. Note: Delete ALL To Reset PIN numbers can individual Press A to confirm.
Page 26 Enter the PIN you wish to audit. Press A. Display will show: To View PV1: XXXXXX.XX Counts for M: XXXXXX.XX PIN: 0 – 2000 ONE PIN, None PV: 0 – 999999.99 Press S to advance to next Press 5 screen: PV2: XXXXXX.XX P: XXXXXX.XX Press C to exit program mode...
Page 27 Vending Interface H o w t h e D a t a t r o n I I I a n d C o p i e r c o m m u n i c a t e Every time a customer makes a selection on a copier, pulses (signals) are detected by the Datatron III through an optical isolator or opto.
Page 28: Standard Mode
Steering Mode uses • An enable relay closure to allow the copy process to begin. • A pulse back on Opto 1 from the copier indicates a copy has been completed. • A steady low level on Opto 2 line indicates the copy is Price-1. •...
Page 29 Steering mode The Datatron III monitors two different pulses from the vending device. One of the signals carries information about the selection made by the patron. The other signal is the vend pulse for any price. Sequence of events 1. When the patron enters a PIN code, an opto (opto 2) in the Datatron III registers the size & color selection in the vending device to determine the vend price.
Page 30 Typical Print/Datatron III Configuration: Standard Mode Configuration Example Typical Copier Configuration: Paper Sizes (in copier trays): • Letter • Legal Copier Interface Signals: • Vend pulse 1 from copier when letter size copy is being made (Pins 3 & 4) •...
Page 31 Typical Print/Datatron III Configuration: Steering Mode Configuration #1 Example Typical Copier Configuration: (i.e.: Black & White multi-functional copier/printer) Paper Sizes (in copier trays): • Letter • Legal Toner Types • Black & White Copier Interface Signals: Enable Signal from Datatron to Copier •...
Page 32 Steering Mode Configuration #2 Example Typical Copier Configuration: (i.e.: Color & Black/White multi-functional copier/printer) Paper Sizes (in copier trays): • Letter • Legal • 11x17 Toner Types • Color • Black &White Copier Interface AMP Mate-n-Lok connector on back of unit: Vend Pulse •...
Page 33: Mode Operation
The white AMP Mate-n-Lok connector on the Datatron III interfaces with third-party vending devices, such as copiers, duplicators, and printers. Pre-assembled machine-specific harnesses with installation instructions from VENDAPIN are available for most devices. Please have your copier type ready when you call to order.
Page 34: Setting Up A Printer
Setting up a Printer C o n f i g u r i n g a s e r i a l p r i n t e r A portable printer connected to a Datatron III can print out history meters and PIN account information.
Page 35 Parameter Description Default Range Provides keypad-only access Menu to the maintenance menu. Display shows: Press 9 on the Datatron III to Print Data? send data to a A= YES C= NO None Printer connected to Press A and wait for printer to the RJ11 port finish You should see a complete printout of PIN account records for auditing.
Page 36: Error Messages
Error Messages Troubleshooting & Misc. Cause Solution Message This card belongs to a different system or has become Control Card corrupted. Contact support for Inserted card is wrong format. Facility Error card replacement. Exercise care to protect cards from magnetic fields or heat.
Page 37 No power to unit. again (unplug & replug the unit screen power cord from electrical outlet). Contact VENDAPIN technical support. • Check that the cable from the back of the Datatron unit is plugged into the connections to the copier.
Page 38: Copier Problems
• If your copier runs, check the Datatron III’s settings and connections described in Troubleshooting. Contact VENDAPIN support for help. • If your copier does not run, the copier has failed. The test plug jumper eliminates the external control signal enable functions from the copier, and should restore it to its original operation.
Page 39 Also be sure to follow warning instructions to NEVER LIFT THE RIBBON BY THE LEFT SIDE FIRST - permanent print head and ribbon damage may result. If the printer or power adapter is determined to be bad, contact VENDAPIN Support. We can also furnish paper or ribbons.
Page 40 • If you swap out the printer, and the good printer works on this Datatron and cable, the suspect printer has failed. Contact VENDAPIN Support for a replacement printer. Troubleshooting Printer Interface Settings and Firmware Do not start here. Verify first all the previous printer tests have been performed, and all other problems are resolved.
Page 41 • Unless you are very sure of how to do it properly, contact VENDAPIN Support if you think the settings are incorrect before attempting to change them. Just one switch in the wrong position can stop all printing data communication between the two devices.
Page 42: Parts And Accessories
Parts and Accessories R e p l a c e m e n t p a r t s The following is a list of replaceable parts for all Datatron III-based products from VENDAPIN. Part number Description 945884-001 Model 5884 Portable Serial Printer...
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Page 45 NOTES...
Page 48 C o n t a c t Sales/Manufacturing: 21B Squires Street Cortland, New York, New York USA 13045 Tel: +1.352-678-3021 Alternate: +1.607.428-0627 Fax: +1.775.514.7530 Sales@vendapin.com General Support: Technical Service Support support@vendapin.com Corporate Offices: 16381 Cherokee Road Brooksville, Florida 34601 Tel: +1.352.796.2693 Fax: +1.775.256.6311...

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