Rowe GrandSTAR, Service Manual

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Unpacking & System Description Grand STAR Internet Jukebox
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Major Components of the Grand STAR
Figure 1-1 shows the major components of the Grand STAR Jukebox. Take a minute to familiarize
yourself with these components.
Core Computer
The Core Computer is the heart of the system and has a hard drive and a single board
computer. The hard drive is the only storage in the system and contains Windows XP
Embedded Operating System software, all Application software, all music, and all setup and
audit data. The single board computer converts music selections stored on the hard drive
into a stereo signal for the system’s audio components. It also connects to the Internet, the
SVGA touch-screen monitor, and the Rowelink modules.
Touch-screen 19” LCD Monitor
All machine operations are done through the touch-screen monitor. These include viewing
and making selections, displaying the selection being played, displaying pricing and credits,
viewing and changing setup and audit data, and downloading “Music On Demand”
selections.
System Power Supply
The system power supply pr9 VDC, +12 VDC, +24 VDC, and contains a relay to
switch the jukebox lights, touch-screen monitor, and the Bill Acceptor ON or OFF. It has an
IEC 320 power inlet, two 6A circuit breakers, a 3A breaker (unused in Grand
STAR ) and two
4A fuses.
Transformer Assembly
The transformer assembly supplies power for the Audio/Video Controller, 1000-Watt Audio
Digital Amplifier, and the system power supply described above.
Rowelink Controller
The Rowelink controller connects the Core Computer’s serial RS-232 COM2 port to the
serial RS-485 Rowelink modules. It also includes the interface circuits for the coin switch,
router reset, fan circuits, bill acceptor, song reject, infrared
remote control detector and
amplifier mute.
LED Controller
This module controls the LEDs that illuminate the perimeter lighting on the top door, the
door graphics, and the lower cabinet pilasters of the jukebox. It provides adjustments for the
Brightness, Flash Rate, and Music Sensitivity along with controls for the patterns used
during standby and, separately, the times when music is playing.
Router
This device provides the interface between the Core Computer and the broadband modem
or satellite receiver. There is a one-time configuration process to set this device for your
particular Internet Service Provider (ISP). In addition to the port required for the Core
Computer, there are three other ports provided for other devices.
Dial-Up Modem
This device provides the ability to use a standard dialup Internet connection for locations
where Broadband access is unavailable.