ULTRA SYSTEM Owner’s Manual First Edition - August 1, 2006 Last Revised - November 28, 2008 Document # 103357-0004R
ULTRA SYSTEM ` OWNER’s Manual Legal Notices Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Consult your Nanoptix Inc. sales representative for information that is applicable and current. Nanoptix Inc. reserves the right to improve products as new technology, components, software and firmware become available.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` Information to the User This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference to radio communications will not occur in a particular commercial installation. If this equipment does cause interference, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to contact Nanoptix Inc. immediately. Nanoptix Inc.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` Table of Contents Table of Contents .......................................................................................................... iv About the Ultra System .................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Description of the Ultra System .................................................................................. 1 1.2 Description of the Ultra Board ...................................................
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 10 Service & Support ............................................................................................ 31 10.1 Returning products back to Nanoptix for repairs (RMA) ..................................... 31 10.2 Technical Support Contact Information.................................................................. 31 APPENDIX A: Advanced configuration ...................................................................
ULTRA SYSTEM ` OWNER’s Manual Figures FIGURE 1: ULTRA SYSTEM .......................................................................... 1 FIGURE 2: ULTRA BOARD VER.1 ................................................................. 2 FIGURE 3: ULTRA BOARD VER.2 ................................................................. 3 FIGURE 4: ULTRA BOARD VER.1 RESET ...................................................... 5 FIGURE 5: ULTRA BOARD VER.2 RESET ......................................................
ULTRA SYSTEM ` OWNER’s Manual Tables TABLE 1: SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................... 4 TABLE 2: DIP SWITCH BANKS 1 & 2 .......................................................... 10 TABLE 3: DIP SWITCH BANK 3 ................................................................. 11 TABLE 4: 9 PIN RS232 SERIAL INTERFACE ............................................... 24 TABLE 5: RS-485 INTERCONNECT INTERFACE(S) PIN-OUT.........................
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` About the Ultra System 1.1 Description of the Ultra System The Ultra System has been designed to manage small game rooms. With simple non-intrusive connections, the system can be scaled to meet different needs. From remotely clearing credits and printing behind the bar or counter to acting as a complete bookkeeping center.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.2 Description of the Ultra Board The Ultra Board is the central component of the Ultra System. Each unit has a unique serial number. A custom message can be entered and the time and date can be printed on every voucher. All major functions and settings can be set using the DIP switches or the function buttons. With the use of the supplied cable, the board can be connected to a PC/Laptop or PS2 keyboard to access all of the advances options and settings. 1.2.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.2.2 Ultra Board - version 2 A - DIP switch bank 1 B - DIP switch bank 2 C - DIP switch bank 3 D - LED Display E – Game ports(qty. 6) (E1 also supplies power to the Ultra Board) F - RS232 port G - RS485 ports (qty. 2) H - USB port I - External power port (5 to 12 VDC accepted) (Optional) J - Keyboard port K - Function Button 1 L - Function Button 2 M - Function Button 3 Figure 3: Ultra Board ver.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.3 General specifications Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Relative Humidity Communication Interface Optional Interface Memory/Firmware Human Interface Dimensions Weight Emission Standards Immunity Standards 0 to 50 C -40 C to +65 C 5% to 90% RH at 50C (non-condensing) USB, RS-232C, RS-485 Keyboard (PS/2) 1 Mbit of SRAM, 4 Mbit of flash and128Kbit of EEPROM 2x8 Segment LED and port Status LEDs 5 in. x 5.1 in. (130 mm x 127 mm) 0.38 lbs (0.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4 Ultra Board Controls 1.4.1 Power source and reset 1.4.1.1 Ultra Board - version 1 This board is powered by the white 2 pin power input harness (5 VDC only). The board is reset by disconnecting and reconnecting this harness. Figure 4: Ultra Board Ver.1 Reset 1.4.1.2 Ultra Board - version 2 This board has 2 supply options. It can be powered by and external power supply (the external source must be an isolated 5-12 VDC power supply).
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.2 Function Buttons Figure 6: Function buttons • Function Button 1 (RED or SW500): o Pressing while In Run Mode (“PO” on display): Will causes the printer or terminal to display/print a summary of the current DIP switch settings, the unit serial number and the software revision number.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.3 Function Buttons used in Combination: • Function Buttons 1 and 2 o Pressing simultaneously while In Run Mode (“PO” on display): Will do nothing o Pressing and holding simultaneously for 15 sec while powering up: Will put the Ultra Board into “Multi Drop” address configuration mode. If successful, the letters “Ad” will be displayed for a second. Pressing function button 3 (Black) will sequentially change the Ultra board’s “Multi Drop” address from 01 up to 32.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.4 Display message Figure 7: Display Display message on 2x7 segment LED display: Ad Po Pr Cn (n=1 to 6) SA Cb To EE CB CA CL T1 or T6 AS,SL, GA,GS P1 or P0 01 to 32 -Multi drop address setup (displayed 1sec while powerring up) -Polling: Normal Operation -Printer error: printer not connected or printer error (i.e.out of paper). -Want to Cashout Game n.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.5 DIP switches Note: DIP switch settings can be overridden by software configuration. When an override is in effect, “DIip Switch Over Write ON” will be printed on the power ON status ticket Figure 8: Dip Switches Board Ver. 1 Figure 9: DIP Switches Board Ver.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` Ultra Board DIP Switch Settings DIP Switch 1 (SW503) DIP Switch 2 (SW504) Function Pulses in to equal 1 point Each point is worth (It's Printed) (Value) Multiple Vouchers Voucher Max Amount per Voucher Printed Value Equal to: Money Equal to : Use Custom Message Use Date & Time Value 1 2 4 5 8 10 15 20 25 40 50 75 100 150 200 250 400 500 1000 2000 2500 5000 1 2 5 10 15 20 25 50 75 100 150 200 250 400 500 1000 NO YES Variable 5 10 25 Money Points Dollars Cents No Yes No Yes
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` Ultra Board DIP Switch Settings Function Value If Multi - DIP Switch 1(SW503) DIP Switch 2 (SW504) DIP Switch 3 (SW503) 1 1 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 No Use Signature Line Yes State NONE Laws USER Print Duplicate No Cashout Automaticly Yes No Long Version Report Yes Print Surplus in Report No Yes Cashless Feature No Yes EZ-Tear Printer Spill Proof EZ-Tear+ Type (print bar code) User Defined (need PS2 keyboard) 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 1 0 0 0
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.6 Status LEDs Status LEDs are illuminated when its corresponding game terminal is connected and turned ON.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.7 Advanced configuration – using a PS2 Keyboard and Spill Proof printer For advanced configurations, a PS2 keyboard can be connected to the Ultra Board. DIP switch 7 of bank 3 must be set to ON and DIP switch 8 of bank 3 must be set to OFF. The Ultra Board must be powered up while holding the red button (function 1) for the keyboard to be detected. Do not release the red button until “P5” is visible on the two digit display.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 1.4.8 Advanced configuration – using a terminal software For advanced configurations, a personal computer along with terminal software (such as Hyper Terminal) can be used to display the configuration menu. The Ultra board must be connected to the computer using a RS232 null modem cable (Nanoptix part # 102805-0000R). DIP switch 7 and 8 of bank 3 must be set to OFF. Once the start up routine is complete, the terminal will display the power on information.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 2 Control Box 2.1 Description of the Control Box The Control Box is the user interface of the Ultra System. It is used to remotely clear credits and print bookkeeping information. Figure 13: Control Box • LEDs 1 to 6 o ON solid: Indicates that the corresponding game terminal is connected and turned ON.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 2.2 Buttons used in Combination: • SOFT METERS + BUTTON 1: Pressing these 2 buttons simultaneously will print the last cashout printed. Note: The words “DUPLICATE VOUCHER” will also be printed at two locations on the ticket. • SOFT METERS + BUTTON 6: Pressing these 2 buttons together will clear the soft meter values back to zero. • Setting a password on the SOFT METERS: A password is set by turning the key while the soft meter button is pressed.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 3 Spill Proof Printer Figure 14: Spill Proof Printer For information on the Spill Proof printer, please refer to the Spill Proof printer manual Document # 103357-0004R October, 2008 17
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 4 Connections and Configuration Figure 15: Installation overview 4.1 Setup for location with a maximum of 6 gaming terminals 1. Install the Spill Proof printer on the attendant counter. Connect the control box to Spill Proof printer. Note: The printer’s Aux Port must be set to Site Controller 1 2. Using the included hardware, mount the Ultra Board inside the gaming terminal which is closest to the attendant counter.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 3. Power up the Ultra Board • If you are using Ultra Board version 1: Connect the power input harness’ red wire to +5VC and the Black wire to ground • If you are using Ultra Board version 2: There is no separate power connection required. Power for the Ultra Board is provided by the gaming terminal through port # 1.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 4.2 Setup for locations with 7 to 36 games Follow instructions in section 4.1 with the following additions and modifications Note: When more than one Ultra Board is used, the “Remote Cashout” feature is not available 1. Connections a. Add additional Ultra Boards to the RS485 network in daisy chain fashion 1. Connect Ultra Board “2” to Ultra Board “1” through the 6 pin modular jacks using a second 100 foot 6 wire cable. 2.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 3. Ultra Boards Note: The following applies to each Ultra Board used in the RS485 network a. For each Ultra Board used: Set DIP switch 6, 7 and 8 of bank 3 to ON. b. Perform a hard reset on each of the Ultra Boards c. On power up, each Ultra Board will display a multi-drop address between 1 and 33. Note: Each Ultra board is required to have a unique multi-drop address other than 33 (33 means no address is set). There are 3 ways to change the address 1.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 5 Troubleshooting the Ultra System 5.1 Testing the Ultra Board Every time the Ultra Board is turned on, a power on ticket will be printed by the Spill printer or displayed on the terminal screen. The resident status ticket lists the current board settings. This ticket can also be used to verify communication between the Ultra Board and the printer. DATE : 10-27-2008 TIME : 11:38:24 AM D SERIAL # 123456 POWER UP Ultra-Board Software Software Version V5.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 5.2 Testing the Spill Proof Printer The Spill Proof printer’s proper operation can be verified by printing a resident status ticket. During power up, hold the form feed button activated for a minimum of 10 seconds, then release. The resident status ticket displays the firmware version, communication settings, sensor readings as well as other important information. The resident status can also be used to verify the printers print quality.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 5.3 Communication Ports 5.3.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 5.3.3 Game terminal interface(s) The table below describes the connection pin-out for the game terminal interface(s) (8-pin modular jack).
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 6 Media and Supplies Guide 6.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 7 Mechanical Drawings Figure 20: Mechanical Dimensions (in mm) – Board rev.1 Figure 21: Mechanical Dimensions (in mm) – Board rev.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 8 Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions The Ultra Board does not require any maintenance or cleaning. Please refer to the Spill Proof manual for printer maintenance 9 Ultra Board Setting for Common game WHEN SETTING UP THE ULTRA BOARD, SET DIP SWITCH #1, POSITION 1-5 FOR THE # OF COINS IN TO EQUAL THE TICKET VALUE. SET DIP SWITCH #1 POSITION 6-8 AND DIP SWITCH #2 POSITION 1 FOR THE DOLLAR VALUE OF THE TICKET.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` QUARTER PLAY = $5.00 TICKET 20 CREDITS = TICKET SET ULTRA BOARD DIP SWITCH #1 POSITION 1& 7 ON SET T/J DIP SWITCH #3 POSITION 1,2,3 ON DIP SWITCH #5 POSITION 3,4,6,& 7 OFF 5 & 8 ON DIP SWITCH #7 POSITION 1,2,6,7 OFF 5 & 8 ON SETTINGS FOR TRIPLE JACK WITH HANDS COUNT ENABLED BASED ON 4 PULSES PER DOLLAR FROM THE DOLLAR BILL ACCEPTOR. CREDIT RETURN ON THE ULTRA BOARD CANNOT BE USED. PENNY PLAYS = $5.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` KEY IN: COIN OUT: KEY OUT: 1 TURN 500 CREDITS LEAVE SET AT 1 PAY 1 CREDIT AS KEY IN SET THE ULTRA BOARD BOARD DIP SWITCH ONE – ALL OFF EXCEPT #7 THIS GIVES YOU A SETTING FOR 1 PULSE = A FIVE DOLLAR VOUCHER. CHERRY MASTERS, NO SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 100 PTS. = $ 5.00 DIP SWITCH # 1 SWITCHES # 3, 4, & 7 ON = 100 PULSES IN = 1PT, AND EACH PT = 5 OR $5.
ULTRA SYSTEM OWNER’s Manual ` 10 Service & Support 10.1 Returning products back to Nanoptix for repairs (RMA) • • • Send repair approval request to Nanoptix Inc. please include the following: - Product model # - Serial # - Brief problem description Ship defective products to Nanoptix Inc. Ensure that each package being sent is identified by the specified RMA number NOTE: When returning thermal printers, a blank ticket or a piece of paper must be placed between thermal print head and roller.
ULTRA SYSTEM ` OWNER’s Manual APPENDIX A: Advanced configuration 1: DATE AND TIME └►1: SET TIME └►ENTER CURRENT TIME (24 Hr FORMAT, HHMM) └►2: SET DATE └►ENTER CURRENT DATE (MMDDYY, no punctuation) └►3:
ULTRA SYSTEM ` OWNER’s Manual 6: SET COIN IN MULTIPLIER └►1: SET COIN IN A MULTIPLIER └►PLEASE ENTER WHICH GAME 1-6 or ESC to Cancel └► PLEASE ENTER THE COIN IN A MULTIPLIER for game # or ESC to cancel, Value in decimal + ENTER (0-254max) └►2: SET COIN IN B MULTIPLIER └►PLEASE ENTER WHICH GAME 1-6 or ESC to Cancel └► PLEASE ENTER THE COIN IN B MULTIPLIER for game # or ESC to cancel, Value in decimal + ENTER (0-254max) └►3: 7: MORE OPTIONS └►1:
