Apex 7000 Integration Overview
This article outlines the configuration requirements and supported harnesses for integrating the Apex 7000 bill acceptor with various gaming platforms, including Banilla, Big Daddy, Jenka, IGS, Trestle, and Primero.
This guide ensures proper communication between the Apex 7000 and supported game platforms, and includes any special firmware or switch configurations where applicable.
BANILLA
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
The bill acceptor must be configured for the RS-232 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card.
In the game menu, navigate to Configure Devices and select APEX 7000 SERIES under Supported bill acceptors.
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
BIG DADDY
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
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The bill acceptor must be configured for the RS-232 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card, and will require ST2 firmware.
Please request the most up to date firmware by Contacting Support and letting us know you are working with a Big Daddy game.
In the game menu, navigate to Global Settings and select ICT PA7 under Serial BV.
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
FIRELINK
TBD - Call Support
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
JENKA
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
The bill acceptor must be configured for the RS-232 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card.
In the game menu, navigate to Settings then the Devices tab and select MEI under Bill Validator Model.
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
IGS
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
The bill acceptor must be configured for the RS-232 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card.
Special ST2 emulation firmware is required, which will allow you to use the Apex 7000 in place of an ICT bill acceptor. Please Contact Support to request the firmware.
You will need to change the dip switch settings on the board so that dip 2 is in the ON position.
TRESTLE
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
The bill acceptor must be configured for the RS-232 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card.
In the game menu, navigate to Settings and select MEI under Bill Validator Model.
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
PRIMERO
Supported Harnesses
Both the 12V and 120V Apex 7000 models require the 05AA0068 RS-232 Serial Harness.
For the 12V model, users must also connect the additional power wires manually as detailed below.
| WIRE COLOR | VOLTAGE |
| RED | +12 VDC |
| BLACK | GROUND |
| WHITE | +5 VDC |
Configuration Requirements
The bill acceptor must be configured for the MARS Serial 600 interface using either the Acceptor Tools program or a Configuration Card.
In the game menu, navigate to Settings and select PYRAMID APEX under BILL TYPE.
Next, select TTL under BILL SIGNAL.
The game menu can be accessed by pressing the Operator switch.
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