GBA
Global Bill Acceptors
GBA ST1 Operation Manual
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Astrosys International Ltd
September 2011
ST1 Operations Manual Rev 2.0
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the operation and maintenance of the GBA ST1 integrated bill validator and
stacker. It is intended to assist the user in the set-up, installation and operation of the product.
If you have any questions about this or any other Astrosys products then please visit our web sites
at
www.globalbillacceptors.com
and
www.microcoin.com
, or contact your regional sales office for
assistance.
The GBA ST1 has been specifically designed for use in Vending applications, however it can also be
used in all applications previously served by the GBA vertical stacker range, including Amusement,
Parking and Internet Kiosks. The following features are also offered:
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Up, Down, Horizontal or Top entry stacking configuration
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All new “Sense Technology” note discrimination
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Up to 32 different notes accepted with 4 way insertion
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Accepts note sizes from 62 to 80mm wide, 120 to 160mm long
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Multiple Cassette note capacity options (100, 300, 600 or 1000)
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Optional Flashing note guide
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Tamper-evident, lockable cassette options
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Integrated optical and mechanical anti-string protection
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Low Power Mode
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Bar code reading option
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USB connectivity and programming option
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Supports multiple interfaces
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Single note escrow
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Commercial “plug pack” power supplies supported
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On board Individual note enable / disable
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Automatic sensor calibration
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On board tri-colour diagnostic LED
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Easy access to note path for cleaning and servicing
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User Support Tools
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CE, UL, C-Tick and ROHS compliant
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Manufactured to ISO 9001 standards
Please note that the words “bill” and “note” are used interchangeably in this document to imply a
single piece of paper currency.