S2000 ERROR CODE

[Tilt]

How do I do a netplex autoconfig, doesn't it do that during boot up or am I thinking of something else?

Yes, it says that on bootup, but for reasons I can't explain it doesn't always work.  You can run it without keying the machine.  Press the MPU self test button.  Navigate to the 4. I/O Tests, then 4.3 and hit "enter" a couple of times.  It will say Netplex autoconfig in progress.  When backing back out also check the make sure the validator is enabled (should be by default) in menu 3.3 but if it's not enable it.

[Pinaddicted]

How do I do a netplex autoconfig, doesn't it do that during boot up or am I thinking of something else?

Yes, it says that on bootup, but for reasons I can't explain it doesn't always work.  You can run it without keying the machine.  Press the MPU self test button.  Navigate to the 4. I/O Tests, then 4.3 and hit "enter" a couple of times.  It will say Netplex autoconfig in progress.  When backing back out also check the make sure the validator is enabled (should be by default) in menu 3.3 but if it's not enable it.

Thank you for the steps needed to check that. It'll likely be tomorrow when I am able to work on it again, update to come.

[Pinaddicted]

Update....

I turned on the machine this morning after sitting all night and everything worked fine, it accepted cash just like it should.... until I pulled the bill stacker to add more credits. I re-inserted the bill stacker and the BV did not work. (yes, it's fully seated)

Here's what I think the issue is.... The power plug on the BV isn't making a reliable connection, and when the bill stacker is re-installed, it disrupts that sketchy connection and the BV does not work. I can reach behind the BV (when installed) and wiggle the plug on the cabinet side and it works.

What is the best way to clean/tighten the pins on that plug? I was thinking high pressure air first, then alcohol on a Q-Tip. Am I on the right track here, and is this a somewhat common problem on these machines?

Thanks, Mark

[Tilt]

What make/model bill validator do you have installed?

[Pinaddicted]

It says...

WBA-12-SS
US-501-24

[Tilt]

Ok.  You can remove the transport from the housing and see the connector on the rear.  It's held in place by two small screws and is a floating type of connector so it's normal for it to move around some.  Check the wires in the back of the validator housing as well.  There's usually not anything back there to damage them, but it's still worth a look.

[Pinaddicted]

Ok.  You can remove the transport from the housing and see the connector on the rear.  It's held in place by two small screws and is a floating type of connector so it's normal for it to move around some.  Check the wires in the back of the validator housing as well.  There's usually not anything back there to damage them, but it's still worth a look.

If I could get my wife off of the machine long enough to check, I might find a resolution to the problem!!!   

I think it's an issue with that connection, just have to check it out. Other than that issue it works well.

[Tilt]

Well I don't really have any good advice for solving that problem 

Ok, let us know if you find anything out of place with it.  I really haven't ever had a problem with one of those connectors, so I'll be a bit surprised it that's your issue.  But then again, there's a first time for everything as they say.

[Pinaddicted]

I also saw the switch located in the back/center of the bill stacker housing, it had zero wires connected to it. I assume that notified the casino when the bill stacker was removed/replaced?

Back to the EEPROM error codes, they were eliminated after the new stepper base, and 8 pin memory chip were installed. I'm not sure which one was faulty, but that issue is resolved.

I'll post an update on the BV connector after I check it out.

[Tilt]

Yep, the switch on the back was connected to the player tracking system and would send a signal that the cash can has been removed from the machine. 

I'd bet my money on the EEPROM being what fixed it, but as long as it's working that's all that matter now.  You could always put the original base chip back in and find out, but I'd save that for another time. 

[Pinaddicted]

Well I don't really have any good advice for solving that problem 

Ok, let us know if you find anything out of place with it.  I really haven't ever had a problem with one of those connectors, so I'll be a bit surprised it that's your issue.  But then again, there's a first time for everything as they say.

I see what you mean about the BV connector, that is a solid connection with the BV installed, and was eliminated as the problem. Further investigation between the cash can and BV, (BV removed, cash can installed) revealed two plastic fingers that stick up in the back of the BV slot. It appears that there are two optical switches on the bottom of the BV that detect those two fingers and ensure that they are fully extended. The cash can was a bit stubborn to install, so I put a small amount of Super Lube lithium grease on the cash can pins, guides, and locking mechanism. Now the cash can slides and locks in place easily, and the fingers extend fully into the optical switches on the BV. I've removed/installed the cash can several times now, and the BV always activates as it should. It wasn't doing that
consistently before, it's amazing what a little lubrication can do. I believe this issue is resolved!!!

Thanks again to everyone who helped me bring this slot back to life. 

[Tilt]

That's good news!  Glad you got it and everything working properly again    Yes, sometimes a little lube goes a long ways!

[Pinaddicted]

I've got a question about maximum credits allowed. It appears that 4000 credits is the max on this machine, anything over that and it prints a voucher. Browsing thru the accounting/limits settings I noticed that amount can't be adjusted even though the machine has a 5-digit readout. I believe it said "field set" on that particular limit setting. My Bally machine just has a 4 digit readout and it has been up to 7000+ credits, and I assume it would go as high as 9999.  Is there a way to override the field set settings on this machine?

[Tilt]

Yes, you should be able to set the credit limit up to $100,000.00.  The Bill Validator limit is normally only $3,000.00 after that it disables itself.  If you want to change the limits you'll have to do it with no credits on the machine. 

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That may have been the issue, I most likely tried to change that setting with credits on the machine. It's not a big deal but I'd rather let the credits build vs. vouchers being printed for anything over 4000. My BV stops taking cash at 4000 credits also.

[Pinaddicted]

Another small issue is that the bill slot on the front of the machine lights up intermittently, mostly off, it takes cash just fine. I realize that the light is supposed to go out when the reels spin. The light bulbs and sockets are good, they both work if installed in another location. Any ideas what the issue might be?

Thanks

[Tilt]

They will go out when the validator reaches it's credit limit too, but it won't accept a bill in that condition either.  Check the connector on the light board and in the back of the validator. 

[Pinaddicted]

The connection appears to be good on the light board. I assume the connection in the back of the validator is part of the multi pin plug that powers the BV, or is it separate? This is hard to troubleshoot because the light goes out when the door is open.

[Tilt]

Yes, off the back side of the validator you'll find a two wire connector with a black and white wire.  Those go to the bezel lights.  Make sure that connector is seated properly too.

[Pinaddicted]

I found a separate connector with black and red wires, but none with black and white. My Bally machine has a WBA-12-SS BV also, can I swap them to see if it behaves the same in the IGT?