BERG Division of DEC ABID1 All-Bottle ID System (Liquid Dispensing Unit) User Manual Infititl1
BERG COMPANY Division of DEC International, Inc. All-Bottle ID System (Liquid Dispensing Unit) Infititl1
Contents
User Manual Part 2
Hardware Installation
SECTION
2
Refer to this section for help with the following tasks:
Set Infinity ECU Number and Baud Rate ....................................... 2-2
Install the Infinity ECU ................................................................... 2-4
Install the I-Boxes ...........................................................................2-6
Install the All-Bottle Coded Pourers ...............................................2-7
Install an All-Bottle ID Dispenser...................................................2-8
Program All-Bottle ID Pourers .....................................................2-10
Install the 1544 Infinity ECU ........................................................ 2-12
About Installing a 1544 System with Infinity ............................... 2-13
About Installing a Laser System with Infinity .............................. 2-14
About Installing a TAP 1 System with Infinity ............................. 2-15
Connect Dispensers to the Infinity ECU.......................................2-16
Verify Laser Solenoid Operation ..................................................2-17
Accuracy Utility ............................................................................2-20
Install a Remote Server Access Board (Server ID only)...............2-22
Install a Server or Bartender Access Box (Server ID only) ..........2-24
Install a Datakey Programming Box (Server ID only)..................2-25
Install a Switchbox for a Datakey Box (Server ID only) ..............2-26
Crimp Plugs to Communication Cables ........................................ 2-27
Connect ECUs in a Network .........................................................2-28
Connect a Local Network .............................................................2-30
Connect a Remote Network ..........................................................2-32
Set Laser Driver Board Jumpers ................................................... 2-34
2-2 Infinity Installation/Service and User Manual
Set Infinity ECU Number and Baud Rate
Each ECU in a network must be assigned a unique number to communicate properly with
Infinity software. The correct baud rate must also be set at the ECU for network communication
to take place.
nTo set the number in an Infinity ECU:
1. Disconnect the ECU from any power source.
2. Remove the ECU chassis cover by loosening 4 machine
screws. Slide the chassis out from under the cover.
3. Locate the CPU board within the ECU chassis. You'll be
looking directly down on it from the top of the ECU. You
don't need to remove the CPU board from the chassis.
4. Locate the SW1 DIP switches on the CPU board.
5. Use a small screwdriver to set SW1 switches 4 through 8 to
the on/off positions that correspond to the correct ECU
number. Refer to the ECU Number Table.
nTo set the baud rate in an Infinity ECU:
1. Perform steps 1-3 above if you haven't already done so.
2. Use a small screwdriver to set SW1 switches 2 and 3 to the
on/off positions that correspond to the correct baud rate.
Refer to the Baud Rate Table.
Set the baud rate to 9600 if the ECU will be connected to a
local network. Set the baud rate to match the baud rate of the
modem if the ECU will be connected to a remote network.
Infinity ECU cover removal
ECU board positions
(view from back of ECU)
CPU board SW1 DIP switches
CPU Board
Switch 1
Switch 1 should always be in
the off position.
Hardware Installation 2-3
Notes
q Do not set switches 1, 2,
and 3 all to the "on" position.
If you do, when you turn on
the power, the ECU
automatically clears memory.
q No two ECUs on the same
network can have the same
number.
Baud Rate Table
ECU Number Table
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Install the Infinity ECU
It is very important that the ECU be located in a secure, dry place to protect it from spills,
moisture, vibration and physical shock. It must also be within 6 ft (1.8 m) of a properly grounded
AC outlet. Avoid locations near dishwashers and other sources of steam and high humidity that
could produce condensation on and in the ECU. If such a location is unavailable or impractical,
you need to use the drip-proof ECU housing.
nTo install the ECU:
1. Remove the ECU chassis cover by loosening four machine
screws. Slide the chassis out from under the cover.
2. Mount the ECU cover (not the chassis) using four wood
screws to secure the back or top of the cover to an
appropriate mounting surface. Select a location within 6 ft
(1.8 m) of a properly grounded 110 VAC (or 220 VAC)
electrical outlet.
Since the ECU is sensitive to erratic power that often comes
from a circuit shared by other electrical devices, Berg
recommends each ECU have its own dedicated circuit and/or
a line filter.
3. Slide the ECU chassis back into the mounted cover, and
secure it with the four machine screws.
Caution:
Since the ECU has no on/off switch, the electrical outlet must be
easily accessible.
Standard ECU cover
The space for installing
the Infinity ECU must be:
7 in (17.8 cm)H
11 in (27.9 cm)W
9 in (22.9 cm)D
(includes cable space)
Infinity ECU cover removal
Laser Board Jumpers
You may want to set or
verify the Laser driver board
jumper settings before
installing the ECU. See Set
Laser Driver Board Jumpers
in this section.
Hardware Installation 2-5
nTo install the optional drip-proof ECU housing:
1. Mount the drip-proof ECU housing using four wood screws
to secure the back or top of the housing to an appropriate
mounting surface.
2. Slide the ECU chassis into the mounted housing and close
the housing lid.
Drip-proof ECU housing
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Install the I-Boxes
I-Boxes are typically mounted under the bar or some other horizontal surface. They should be
mounted near an ice bin and allow easy access for a bartender. Keep dispensers well away from
sinks, dishwashers and any other sources of water or steam. Consider individual preferences at
each location. For example, right-handed bartenders may prefer the I-Box mounted to the right of
an ice bin.
To install an I-Box:
1. Mount the activator ring holder to a secure surface left of the
I-Box location using four wood screws. It should be within
the bartender's convenient reach.
2. Remove the mounting plate from the top of the I-Box by
loosening the two screws above the front panel. Slide the
mounting plate to the rear.
3. Attach the mounting plate with the drip guard toward the
mounting surface. Use four wood screws through any two
pairs of holes in the mounting plate.
4. Plug the I-Box cable into the rear panel port. Secure it with
the captive screws in the flanges of the cable connector.
5. Slide the I-Box into the mounting plate and secure it with the
two screws you removed.
Note
qThe I-Box cable (connecting the I-Box to the Infinity ECU)
can be ordered in the following lengths:
15 ft (4.6 m) standard cable
25 ft (7.6 m) optional cable
up to 150 ft (45.7 m) custom cable
Activator ring holder
Activator ring
Mounting the I-Box
I-Box cable
Mounting plate
I-Box
Hardware Installation 2-7
Install the All-Bottle Coded Pourers
To insure a perfect fit in each liquor bottle, Berg offers inserts (the part of the coded pourer that
fits in the bottle) in four sizes. To complete an Infinity installation, be sure to have an ample
supply of varying sizes of inserts, an appropriate number of each of the coded pourers and a box
of security seals.
nTo install the All-Bottle coded pourers:
1. Select the appropriately coded pourer for the liquor bottle and
attach the right size insert. Remove a numbered seal and
mylar tab from the box of security seals.
2. Firmly insert the pourer into the bottle.
3. Slide the opening in the mylar tab over the top of the pourer
with the adhesive side down. Align the notch in the mylar tab
with the notch in the pourer. Pull both tab ends down tight
onto the neck of the bottle.
4. Wrap a numbered seal around the neck of the bottle and the
mylar tab ends. Make sure you can still read the number on
the seal. The lower edge of the seal should be even with the
lower edge of the mylar tab ends.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for each liquor bottle.
nTo change an insert on the All-Bottle coded
pourers:
1. Remove the current insert by pulling and twisting it from the
coded pourer.
2. Select a new size insert. Choose from an undersize insert
(Berg PN 9007281), a standard size insert (Berg PN
9007122), an oversize insert (Berg PN 9007282) or an extra
large insert (Berg PN 9008799).
3. Push the new insert onto the coded pourer.
Notch
in tab
Coded
pourer
Mylar
tab
Insert
Numbered
security
seal
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Install the All-Bottle ID Dispenser
The All-Bottle ID dispenser is designed for easy installation under the bar. It should be mounted
1/4 inch to 3/4 inch (.6 cm to 1.6 cm) back from the front edge of the bar to help protect it from
liquid damage. It should be mounted near an ice bin and allow easy access for a bartender. Install
the dispenser as far away from sinks, dishwashers and other sources of water or steam as is
practical.
nTo install the All-Bottle ID dispenser:
1. Select a location within 14 feet (4.3 meters) of an Infinity
ECU.
2. Install the dispenser mounting bracket securely under the bar
using the four wood screws provided.
3. Attach the ECU cable to the ECU RJ-45 port on the back of
the dispenser before mounting the dispenser to insure ease of
access.
4. Secure the dispenser to the mounting bracket with the two
machine screws provided.
5. Mount the activator ring holder to the right of the dispenser
using 4 wood screws. Mount the holder to a secure surface
where it will be within the bartender's convenient reach.
Note
qThe cable connecting the All-Bottle ID dispenser to the
Infinity ECU can be ordered in the following lengths:
14 ft (4.3 m) standard cable (Berg PN 8009526)
25 ft (7.6 m) optional cable (Berg PN 8009527)
up to 150 ft (45.7 m) custom cable
Hardware Installation 2-9
All-Bottle ID dispenser
Activator ring holder
Mounting bracket
All-Bottle ID dispenser back panel
AUX ECU
Port for RJ-45 cable
connection to ECU
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Program All-Bottle ID Pourers
Each All-Bottle ID pourer must be programmed with a brand's prices and portions.
nTo program an All-Bottle ID pourer:
1. Enable Program Mode for the ECU. See Enter Infinity ECU
Options in the Network and ECU Setup section.
2. Assign brands to the All-Bottle ID dispenser(s). See Assign
Brands to Dispensers in the Brands, Cocktails, Prices and
Portions section.
3. At the All-Bottle ID dispenser, turn the On/Off key counter-
clockwise until it's in the vertical position.
The display reads "DISPENSER DISABLED".
4. Hold down the button while turning the ON/Off switch
clockwise (back to the horizontal position).
The ECU sorts the assigned brands in alphabetical order.
The first brand in the list appears when the sort is complete.
5. Select a brand you want to assign to a pourer. Scroll through
the alphabetical list using the up and down arrow buttons.
Use the portion size buttons to quickly jump down the list.
takes you to the top of the list, takes you 1/4
down, takes you to the middle and takes you 3/4
down the list.
6. With the selected brand displayed on the LCD, insert a
pourer into the activator ring and press the button.
The bottom line of the LCD display blinks off and then on to
indicate the pourer is programmed.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each pourer you need to program.
8. Disable programming mode by turning the On/Off key
counter-clockwise to the vertical position and then back to
the horizontal (On) position.
DISPENSER DISABLED
Sorting Brands...
Absolut
Program Brand# 1
C: R:
Hardware Installation 2-11
Notes
qYou can re-program any pourer to a different brand by
repeating the programming steps for the new brand.
qIf you don't know the brand assigned to a pourer, you can
slip the pourer in the activator ring (with the dispenser in
pouring mode) and the brand name displays on the LCD
panel.
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Install the 1544 Infinity ECU
The 1544 Infinity ECU is designed for easy installation under the bar top at the bartender's work
station. It should be mounted 1/4 inch to 3/4 inch (.6 cm to 1.6 cm) back from the front edge of
the bar to help protect it from liquid damage. Install the ECU and power supply as far away from
sinks, dishwashers and other sources of water or steam as is practical.
nTo install the ECU:
1. Attach the cable that connects the power supply (AC
adaptor) to the ECU. Use the 3-pin J8A port on the back of
the ECU. Tighten the connecting screws.
2. Mount the power supply in a secure, dry location with the 2
wood screws provided. Select a location within 3 feet (.9
meters) of the ECU and within 5 1/2 feet (1.7 meters) of a
properly grounded 110 VAC (or 220 VAC) electrical outlet.
3. Attach any cables to the back of the ECU before mounting
the ECU to insure ease of access. See the appropriate tasks
in this section.
4. Secure the activator ring cable to either the right or left side
of the ECU using the cable clamp and an existing screw on
the ECU.
5. Mount the ECU securely under the bar using the four wood
screw provided.
6. Mount the activator ring holder to the right or left of the
ECU using 4 wood screws. Mount the holder to a secure
surface where it will be within the bartender's convenient
reach.
Connect the power supply to
the back of the ECU
Hardware Installation 2-13
About Installing a 1544 System with Infinity
You should refer to the All-Bottle 744/1544 Installation/Service and User Manual for details on
installing an All-Bottle 1544 system. Included here are tips to consider when installing the All-
Bottle 1544 as part of an Infinity system.
ECU Number and
Baud Rate
See Set Station Number and Serial Port Setup in the ECU Setup
section of the All-Bottle 744/1544 Installation/Service and User
Manual. Remember to give every ECU in the network (Infinity,
TAP 1 or All-Bottle 1544) a unique number. Set the baud rate to
9600 if the ECU will be connected to a local network. Set the
baud rate to match the baud rate of the modem if the ECU will
be connected to a remote network.
Calibration, Prices, Portions
Pouring Control
You won't use these sections of the All-Bottle 744/1544
Installation/Service and User Manual. These tasks are now
performed using Infinity software.
Caution
Operating Environment
The components that comprise the 1544 system have been
designed to perform well in a typical bar, restaurant, or
stadium environment. However, as with all electronic
equipment, certain guidelines should be followed in locating
the components. For the ECU, Power Supply and Remote
Server Access Box, a protected, dry and clean location is
required. The operating temperature range for these
components is from 5° C to 40° C (41° F to 104° F).
1544 Infinity ECU
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About Installing a Laser System with Infinity
You should refer to the Laser Installation/Service Manual for details on installing a Laser system.
Included here are tips to consider when installing the Laser system as part of an Infinity system.
Calibration, Brands,
Prices and Portion Sizes,
Dispenser Control
These tasks are performed using the Infinity software.
Accuracy Utility
Laser system overview
To help determine maximum distance between the Laser guns
and the back room liquor racks and how many Laser guns can
share the same source bottles, use the Accuracy utility provided
with Infinity software. For help with the utility, see Accuracy
Utility in this section.
Hardware Installation 2-15
You will not use these sections of the TAP 1 Installation/Service
manual when TAP 1 is part of an Infinity system. These tasks
are now performed using Infinity software instead of the TAP 1
ECU.
TAP 1 ECU
Network Connections
You don't have to do anything at the TAP 1 ECU to configure the
interface. Once the TAP 1 ECU is defined with a network name
and number at the computer, it automatically goes into Infinity
interface mode.
Calibration, Brands,
Prices and Portion Sizes,
Tap Control
About Installing a TAP 1 System with Infinity
You should refer to the TAP 1 Installation/Service Manual for details on installing a TAP 1
system. Included here are tips to consider when installing the TAP 1 system as part of an Infinity
system.
ECU Number and
Baud Rate
See Enter the ECU Number and Set the Baud Rate in the ECU
Setup section of the TAP 1 Installation/Service manual.
Remember to give every ECU in the network (Infinity or TAP 1)
a unique number. Set the baud rate to 9600 if the ECU will be
connected to a local network. Set the baud rate to match the
baud rate of the modem if the ECU will be connected to a
remote network.
Infinity Interface
TAP 1 system overview
See Connect ECUs in a Network, Install a Local Network or
Install a Remote Network in this section.
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Connect Dispensers to the Infinity ECU
Each Infinity ECU can control one I-Box or All-Bottle ID dispenser and one or two Laser
dispensers.
To connect the I-Box or All-Bottle ID dispenser to the
ECU:
1. Run the I-Box or All-Bottle ID dispenser cable in a safe path
from the dispenser to the ECU. The cable comes in two
lengths: the standard 15 ft (4.6 m) cable or an optional 25 ft
(7.6 m) cable. Custom cable lengths can be ordered up to
150 ft (45.7 m).
2. Plug the ECU end of the I-Box or All-Bottle ID dispenser
cable into the INFINITY J911 port on the ECU. Secure it
with the captive screws in the flanges of the cable connector.
To connect the Laser dispenser to the ECU:
1. Run the Laser dispenser cable in a safe path from the
dispenser to the ECU. The cable comes in two lengths: the
standard 10 ft (3 m) cable or an optional 25 ft (7.6 m) cable.
Custom cable lengths can be ordered up to 200 ft (61 m).
2. Plug the ECU ends of the two 25-pin Laser dispenser cables
from dispenser 1 into the GUN J922A and LIQ SOL J923A
ports on the ECU. Secure them with the captive screws in
the flanges of the cable connectors.
Plug the ECU ends of the two 25-pin Laser dispenser cables
from dispenser 2 (if any) into the GUN J922B and LIQ SOL
J923B ports on the ECU. Secure them with the captive
screws in the flanges of the cable connectors.
Note
qDo not plug the air solenoid cable from the Laser dispenser
into the ECU at this time. First verify the operation of all
solenoids. Failure to do so can result in damage to one or
more ECUs.
Hardware Installation 2-17
I-Box or All-Bottle ID
dispenser port
Infinity ECU front panel
Laser dispenser 1 ports
Laser dispenser 2 ports
Infinity ECU
I-Box
Laser dispenser 1 Laser dispenser 2
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POWER 115 VAC 0.7A port
Verify Air Solenoid Operation and Connect to ECU
Perform the following task after the liquor room, air delivery system and Laser dispensers are
completely installed. See the Laser Installation/Service Manual for help with those installations.
This task requires two people, one at the dispenser and one at the air solenoids. A telephone,
intercom or two-way radio is also recommended. This task must be performed for each Infinity
ECU with Laser dispensers before the air solenoid cables can be plugged into the ECU.
To verify air solenoid operation:
1. Plug the Infinity ECU power cord into the ECU using the
POWER 115 VAC 0.7A port. Plug the other end of the cord
into the 115V power supply.
2. Use a key to turn on the Laser dispensers connected to the
ECU if they are not already unlocked. Watch for the price
level indicator lights to come on at each Laser dispenser.
If the lights do not come on, you cannot verify Laser
solenoid operation for that dispenser. Make a note of the
ECU number and complete this task for other Infinity ECUs
in the system. Then you can troubleshoot the problem for
this ECU once the software is installed and come back to
verify solenoid operation.
3. The person at the dispenser should verify that air solenoid
cables are NOT plugged into this or any ECU in the system
and that the Laser dispenser is on.
4. The person at the air solenoids should verify that the air
supply is connected to air solenoids in the liquor room and
that the air regulator is set to 10 psi.
Laser System Overview
Infinity ECU front panel
Bar area with Laser
dispenser and ECU
Regulator Air solenoids
Price level indicator lights
Laser dispenser front panel
Key lock
Hardware Installation 2-19
Air solenoid port J921A
Air solenoid port J921B
T.M.
by
Laser gun (16 brand)
Number buttons
5. Press each number button in turn on the Laser gun of the
first dispenser, verifying that the liquor solenoids inside the
dispenser are operating. A "click" sounds as the solenoid
opens and closes.
If one or more liquor solenoids don't operate, the solenoid
may be stuckthe "poppet" could be stuck to the rubber seat.
See Berg over-the-counter #190.
6. If all the liquor solenoids operate, plug the air solenoid cable
from one Laser dispenser into the correct port. Use port AIR
SOL J921A for the cable from dispenser 1 or port AIR SOL
J921B for the cable from dispenser 2. Only one air solenoid
cable should be plugged in at a time for this test.
7. Press each button on the Laser gun in turn, at about ten
second intervals between buttons. The person at the air
solenoids should verify the operation of each air solenoid
associated with the buttons. For example, when button 1 is
pressed, the air solenoid for button 1 should fire, air should
leave the solenoid through the breather filter, etc.
If one or more air solenoids do not operate, check
connections from the air solenoid pigtail to the air line.
8. If all the air solenoids for this dispenser operate correctly,
disconnect the air solenoid cable for this dispenser from the
ECU.
9. Repeat steps 5 through 8 for a second Laser dispenser (if
any) at this ECU. Repeat steps 1-8 for each Infinity ECU in
the system.
10. When you have verified air solenoid operation for all Laser
dispensers in the system, connect all air solenoid cables to
the correct ports on the ECU(s).
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Accuracy Utility
This utility can be used as a worksheet to help you determine the appropriate distance between
Laser guns and the the liquor racks. It also helps determine how many guns can share the same
source bottles. This utility is only available on the Infinity installation CD.
nTo use the Accuracy utility:
1. Run "Accuracy.exe" found on the Infinity installation CD.
2. Enter the configuration data from your Laser system and
click OK.
The program uses the data you enter to determine the
percentage of accuracy for the flow at each gun.
Hardware Installation 2-21
3. The accuracy results are displayed in a window. Accuracy
percentages are given for Low, Medium and High viscosities
for each gun, given the distance measurements, tubing
diameters and flow per second you've entered.
To print the worksheet, click Print.
To enter different measurements, click Setup.
To exit click Close.
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Install a Remote Server Access Board
If you are installing an Infinity system with server ID, you must install a circuit board in the
Infinity ECU to control the remote server access box.
nTo install a remote server access board:
1. Disconnect the Infinity ECU from any power source.
2. Remove the ECU chassis cover by loosening 4 machine
screws. Slide the chassis out from under the cover.
3. Locate the CPU board within the ECU chassis. You'll be
looking directly down on it from the top of the ECU. You
don't need to remove the CPU board from the chassis.
4. Locate the 26-pin J2 connector on the CPU board.
5. Remove the black connector cover from the ECR J905 and
J904 ports on the front of the ECU.
6. Insert the 9-pin D sub-miniature connector (on the front of
the access board) into the ECR J905 opening on the front of
the ECU. Match the 26 pins on the bottom of the board with
the 26-pin J2 connector on the CPU board. Press down
gently to lock the board into position.
7. Secure the board to the ECU with 2 hex standoffs screwed
into the D sub-miniature connector on the front of the ECU.
8. Replace the ECU chassis cover.
Hardware Installation 2-23
Infinity ECU front panel
9-pin D Sub-miniature Connector
+
=
26-pin J2
Connector
15-pin D
Sub-miniature
Connector
26 pins
CPU board with attached remote
server access board
Remote server access board
CPU board
ECR J905
ECR J904
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Install a Server or Bartender Access Box
If you are installing an optional remote server access box, you want to choose a location on the
front of the bar so servers can have access to the system without having to walk around the bar.
You must also install a remote server access board in the Infinity ECU. In the TAP 1 ECU you
must install an option board. Install a bartender box in a convenient location behind the bar.
nTo install an access box:
1. Mount the access box underneath the bar with the 4 wood
screws provided. The box must be located within 40 ft (12.2
m) of an Infinity ECU and within 100 ft (30.5 m) of a TAP 1
ECU.
2. Attach the cable from the access box to the correct ECU port
and tighten the connecting screws.
Server Box Bartender Box
Infinity ECU J905 J904
1544 Infinity ECU J5B
TAP 1 ECU SERVER BARTENDER
ACCESS ACCESS
Remote Server
or Bartender
Access Box
Infinity ECU front panel
TAP 1 ECU back panel
1544 Infinity ECU back panel
Port for Server box Port for Bartender box
Port for Server box Port for Server box
Port for Bartender box
Hardware Installation 2-25
Install a Datakey Programming Box
If you are installing an Infinity system with Server ID, you must install a Datakey programming
box within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the computer. The Datakey box is used to program the server keys.
nTo install a Datakey programming box:
1. Set the Datakey programming box on a desktop or shelf in
the secure, dry location you've chosen.
2. Insert the communication cable plug from the Datakey
programming box into the serial port of the computer.
Note
qThe Datakey programming box can share the computer serial
port used by an Infinity network if you also install a
switchbox. See Install a Switchbox for a Datakey
Programming Box in this section.
Datakey programming box
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Install a Switchbox for a Datakey Programming Box
If you have a limited number of available COM ports at the computer, you can install a switchbox
to use with the Datakey programming box. The switchbox lets the Datakey box and the network
share the same COM port at the computer. The switchbox is not a Berg part.
nTo install a switchbox:
1. Choose a switchbox that has D sub-miniature connections.
2. Connect the Datakey programming box to the switchbox
using the cable provided with the Datakey box.
3. Connect the Infinity network to the switchbox using the RS-
232 / RS-485 converter (instead of connecting the network
to the computer).
4. Connect the switchbox to a serial port of the computer.
nTo use a switchbox:
1. Select the Infinity network or the Datakey programming box
with the switch on the switchbox.
Computer
Power to
converter
RS 232/RS 485 converter
Switchbox
Datakey
programming box
Infinity
network
Hardware Installation 2-27
Crimp Plugs to Communication Cables
If you use custom length communication cables to connect ECUs in a network, you must
manually attach or "crimp" a plug to each end of the cable. Be sure to use a quality crimping tool
to assure a good connection between cable and plug.
nTo crimp a plug to a cable end:
1. If you have not already done so, determine the length of
communication cable you need between each ECU and cut
the appropriate lengths.
2. Carefully strip back about 1/4 in (0.6 cm) of the outer jacket
from one end of the cable. Do not strip any insulation from
the individual wires within the cable.
3. Insert the individual wires in the correct color sequence all
the way into the plug. The color sequence is important. See
the illustration.
4. Attach the crimping tool to the plug and crimp firmly.
5. Check the plug and verify that all six wires are completely
crimped, and that the cable is held firmly in place by the V-
type crimp on its outer jacket.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 for all other cable ends.
Note
qYou can order a crimping tool (Berg PN 8008669) from
Berg.
Black White
Red
Green
Yellow
Blue
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Connect ECUs in a Network
You should have determined by now which network configuration (hub and spoke, daisy chain, or
combination) works best for this installation. You should have appropriate lengths of
communication cable with crimped plugs at each end to connect all the ECUs (Infinity and TAP
1) in the network.
nTo connect ECUs in a network:
1. Run the cable lengths between ECUs in the configuration
that you have chosen.
Keep all cable a safe distance (12 in or 30.5 cm) from any
high-current devices (transformers, dishwashers), any heat
sources (hot water pipes, light bulbs), and any sharp objects.
2. Secure the cable with tie straps or something that won't cut
the cable. Do not use narrow or sharp-edged staples.
3. At each Infinity ECU, insert the communication cable plug
into one of the two NETWORK ports, J901A or J901B. The
two ports are interchangeable, allowing for two cable
connections at the ECU if necessary for your configuration.
4. At each TAP 1 ECU, determine if the communication cable
will connect to the TAP 1 ECU itself or to its power supply
unit.
There should be one free DB9 connector on both the TAP 1
ECU and its power supply unit. These connectors on the
ECU and the power supply are exactly the same and can be
used interchangeably to accommodate your configuration.
5. Connect a DB9 to RJ-12 (Berg PN 8004811) converter to
one of the 9-pin D sockets on the ECU or its power supply.
6. Insert the communication cable plug into the RJ-12 socket
on the DB9 to RJ-12 converter.
7. At each 1544 Infinity ECU, insert the communication cable
plug into the J6A or J10A port on the back of the ECU.
Network ports
J901A J901B
9-pin power or Infinity
communication ports
Network ports
J6A J10A
Hardware Installation 2-29
At each network junction box (if any), insert the
communication cable plug into any port on the box. These
ports can be used interchangeably.
8. Check every ECU in the network to make sure it is properly
connected.
Note
qRemember that your network must have a single component
through which all network-to-computer communication
flows. It must be either a single ECU, a single power supply,
or a single network junction box.
TAP 1 ECUTAP 1 ECU TAP 1 ECU TAP 1 ECU TAP 1 ECU
Power
Supply
Power
Supply
AC In AC In
Berg PN 8004811
(DB9 to RJ-12)
required here
6 wire Comm Cable
Infinity
Communications
Molded cable
assembly DB9 M/M
for Power/Comm
Molded cable
assembly DB9 M/M
for Power/Comm
If this is a lengthy distance, use communication
cable between the power supplies. This requires
Berg PN 8004811 (DB 9 to RJ-12 converter)
for each power supply.
All connections shown are DB 9 connectors on new TAP 1 systems. Old
style systems used 7 pin round connectors and required an additional
cable for communications (Berg PN 8004810, 7 pin round to DB 9).
Example TAP 1 Layout
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Connect a Local Network
If your network of ECUs is within 4,000 feet (1219 m) of the computer and hardwiring is
practical, you can install a local network. In addition to lengths of communication cable with
plugs attached, you need an RS-232 / RS-485 PC converter (Berg PN 8009344) to connect the
network to the computer.
nTo connect a local network:
1. Run the cable length between the computer and a single
component of the network.
Keep all cable a safe distance (12 in or 30.5 cm) from any
high-current devices (transformers, dishwashers), any heat
sources (hot water pipes, light bulbs), and any sharp objects.
2. Secure the cable with tie straps or something that won't cut
the cable. Do not use narrow or sharp-edged staples.
3. Plug the connector from the power transformer into the side
of the RS-232 / RS-485 PC converter.
4. Plug the power transformer into the same buffered power
strip used by the computer.
5. Insert the RS-232 / RS-485 PC converter into a serial port of
the computer and secure it with the captive screws in the
connector flanges.
If the PC converter does not fit in the serial port, insert a 9-
to25-pin adapter cable.
6. Insert the communication cable plug from a single
component of the network into the RJ-12 socket on the
converter.
RS-232 / RS-485 converter
Communication cable plug
from network
Power transformer
Insert in computer
serial port
(Berg PN 8009344, European 8009345)
Hardware Installation 2-31
Computer
Communication
cable
RS-232 / RS-485
converter
Power
transformer
(Infinity ECUs
can't share
AC power.)
4000 ft (1219 m) Distance Limit
lThe industry standard for the RS-485 communication protocol used by Infinity is 32 nodes at up
to 5000 ft (1524 m).
lEven though the RS-485 protocol is capable of communicating over long distances, the results at
each installation depend very much on the number and strength of outside interference sources
such as compressors, refrigeration equipment, switching lights, radio communication devices and
appliances.
lLong distances of clear RS-485 communication are obtainable if the Infinity installation is
performed with care and if the site has a suitable limited-interference communication route
available.
lIf your Infinity network is 4000 ft (1219 m) or more from the computer or if hardwiring is
impractical because of interference or other reasons, connect the network to the computer via
modem.
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RS-232 / RS-485 modem converter
Communication cable plug
from network
Power transformer
Insert in network
modem serial port
Connect a Remote Network
If your Infinity network is more than 4000 ft from the computer or hardwiring is impractical, you
should connect the network to the computer via modem. Please note that a remote Infinity
network does not require a continuously open phone line. The line is only used during data
exchange between the ECUs and the computer (setup, reports, etc.). The rest of the time the
ECUs function without communication with the computer. You need a modem for the computer
and one for each remote network.
nTo connect a remote network:
1. Determine an appropriate location for the network modem.
Install the modem with a buffered power strip.
2. Plug the connector from the power transformer into the side
of the RS-232 / RS-485 modem converter (Berg PN
8002619).
3. Plug the power transformer into the same power strip used
by the network modem.
4. Insert the RS-232 / RS-485 modem converter into the
network modem's input serial port and secure it with the
captive screws in the connector flanges.
5. Insert the communication cable plug from a single
component of the network into the RJ-12 socket on the RS-
232 / RS-485 modem converter.
6. Connect the network modem to the telephone system
according to the modem manufacturer's instructions.
7. If an internal or external modem is not already installed at
the computer, install one according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
(Berg PN 8002619, European 8002631)
Hardware Installation 2-33
Note
qWhile you may use any Hayes-compatible modem, Berg
strongly recommends you get modems for this application
from Berg. The modems you order from Berg are
individually tested to ensure compatibility with Infinity.
Order Berg PN 8002616 for a computer modem or PN
8002617 for a station modem. Berg does not support
modems purchased elsewhere.
Computer
Serial COM
port
Power to
modem
External modem
Phone jack
Phone line
Phone jack
Network modem
Power to
modem
Power to
ECU
Power to
RS-232 /
RS-485
converter
RS-232 / RS-485
converter
Dip Switch Settings
Computer Modem Station Modem
DTR Normal DTR Forced
Auto Answer Off Auto Answer On
Carrier Detect Normal Carrier Detect Forced
Load Factory Defaults Load Factory Defaults
Smart Mode Dumb Mode
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Set Laser Driver Board Jumpers
For each Laser dispenser connected to an Infinity ECU, a Laser driver board resides in the ECU.
You may need to remove this board to verify or make jumper settings. A jumper (or bridge clip)
connects a middle pin to one of the other two pins at a jumper location. Jumpers are preset at the
factory on new systems and seldom need to be changed. Verify the correct jumper settings on
any Laser driver boards before actual installation.
nTo verify or set Laser driver board jumpers:
1. Disconnect the ECU from any power source.
2. Remove the ECU chassis cover by loosening 4 machine
screws. Slide the chassis out from under the cover.
3. Locate the Laser driver board(s) within the ECU chassis. If
you have only one board, it should be in the top or "A" slot.
A second driver board fits in the "B" slot.
4. Remove the hex screws connecting the board to the side of
the ECU chassis. Carefully remove the driver board from
the ECU chassis. Remove the screws attaching the ribbon
cable. Handle the board gently, by its edges, and take care
not to bump or rub it against ay other object or surface that
might disengage board subcomponents or scratch the
surface connector tracings.
5. Locate the six jumpers on the driver board. Orient the board
so the components are facing you and turned to match the
illustration.
6. Jumpers JP1 (yellow, middle), JP2 (red, left) and JP3 (red,
right) control the front panel LEDs indicating portion size
or price level.
If price levels will be used, set JP1, JP2 and JP3 to the up
position by connecting pins 2 and 3. Front panel lights will
indicate price levels A, B, or C.
If price levels will not be used, set JP1, JP2 and JP3 to the
Infinity ECU cover removal
ECU board positions
(view from back of ECU)
"A" slot
"B" slot
Laser driver board
Laser driver board
Infinity driver board
Hardware Installation 2-35
down position by connecting pins 1 and 2. Front panel lights
will indicate portion sizes A, B, or C.
7. Jumper JP4 controls the Infinity lockout feature which
prevents simultaneous pouring of the same brand from more
than one dispenser. Simultaneous pouring can cause minor
inaccuracies in portion size.
To enable the lockout feature and prevent simultaneous
pouring, set JP4 to the left position by connecting pins 1 and
2.
To disable the lockout feature and allow simultaneous
pouring, set JP4 to the right position by connecting pins 2
and 3
8. Jumper JP5 should always be set to the down position by
connecting pins 1 and 2 to assure proper performance.
9. Jumper JP6 determines the address for the Laser dispenser
attached to the driver board. The address is a number (1 or
2) that the ECU uses to distinguish two Laser dispensers.
To specify address 1 for the driver board from the "A" slot:
set JP6 to the up position by connecting pins 2 and 3. Use
this setting if you have only one Laser dispenser.
To specify address 2 for the driver board from the "B" slot:
set JP6 to the down position by connecting pins 1 and 2.
10. Return the board to the correct slot in the ECU and re-attach
the ribbon cable to the driver board. Make sure the edge
connector is firmly seated in the slot. Replace the hex
screws on the side of the ECU chassis.
11. Replace the ECU chassis cover with the 4 machine screws.
SECTION
3
Infinity software allows you to manage all aspects of beverage dispensing
including brand and price assignment, dispenser operation and management
reports conveniently run on a schedule. You must install the software on your
computer before the hardware connections can be fully tested. This section
provides help with the following tasks:
Install Infinity Software at a New Site ........................................... 3-2
Windows NT/2000 Installation Notes............................................. 3-4
Upgrade Existing Infinity Software ...............................................3-5
Infinity Programs ...........................................................................3-7
Software Installation
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Install Infinity Software at a New Site
Infinity can be installed on Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME or NT. Infinity's setup program makes
installation easy. Simply respond to the prompts on each setup screen. If you're installing with
Windows NT or 2000, see Windows NT/2000 Installation Notes in this section.
nTo install Infinity software at a new site:
1. Close all other programs running under Windows.
2. Insert the Infinity CD in a CD drive.
3. If the setup program
doesn't start
automatically, click
Start and then Run.
Type e:\setup (where e
is the CD drive letter)
and click OK.
4. Follow the instructions on your screen. Click Next to
continue through the setup process or Back to return to a
previous screen. Click Cancel to stop the setup process.
5. Choose Typical in the Setup Options screen.
6. Click Next to accept the default
destination directory (C:\Berg
Company\Infinity) for the
software. If you prefer a
different destination, enter a
new directory.
7. Click Next to accept the
program group or folder for
the placement of Infinity
program icons. Or, if you
prefer, enter a different group
or folder.
8. Click Yes to place the Infinity
program icons on your computer
desktop.
Infinity Serial Number
For security purposes, each
Infinity CD is coded with a
unique serial number assigned
to a specific customer. Be sure
to install the software at each
site with the Infinity CD coded
for that site.
Software Installation 3-3
9. Enter the dealer's name and
phone number for technical
support and click Next. (The
Berg Company name and
phone number are used if
you don't enter a dealer
name.)
10. Click Next to confirm the
installation. To change
anything, click Back until
you get to the appropriate
screen.
11. Wait while the software is installed.
12. When the installation is complete, the Configuration screen
appears. For help entering configuration options, see the
Configuration Options section. Or, click Help on the option
screens for detailed instructions. After you enter your
options, you'll be returned to the Configuration screen. Click
Finish to exit.
13. Click OK to return to Windows.
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Windows NT/2000 Installation Notes
If you're installing Infinity with Windows NT or 2000, you can follow the steps outlined in
install Infinity Software at a New Site in this section. However, the following notes are important
to your installation.
Windows NT Service Pack If you don't already have a Windows NT Service Pack 2 (or
greater) installed on your computer, you need to install one
before you can install Infinity. You can tell if a Service Pack is
installed on your computer by watching the messages as your
computer boots up. If you don't have a Service Pack, you can
order one from Microsoft by calling 1-800-370-8758 (USA and
Canada only).
Infinity is a
Single User Application
Though Infinity runs under Windows NT or 2000, it is not a
client/server application. It should be installed on a local drive
and run from the computer where it is installed.
Install Infinity as
the Administrator You must log on to Windows NT or 2000 as the administrator to
install Infinity correctly.
The install program checks your administrator status as you begin
the installation. If you're not logged on as the administrator you
won't be able to proceed with the Infinity installation.
Software Installation 3-5
Upgrade Existing Infinity Software
Only Infinity versions 3.0 or later can be upgraded to the current version. If you're upgrading
Infinity and installing on a new computer, first move the entire database to the new computer.
Then install the Infinity upgrade in the same directory. If you install the Infinity upgrade on the
new computer and then try to move the old database to the new computer, it won't work.
nTo upgrade existing Infinity software:
1. Exit your current
version of Infinity and
close all programs.
2. Insert the Infinity CD
in a CD drive.
3. Click Start. Click Run.
4. Type e:\setup (where e is the drive letter), and click OK.
5. Follow the instructions on your screen. Click Next to
continue through the setup process or Back to return to a
previous screen. Click Cancel to stop the setup process.
6. Click Typical in the Setup Options screen.
7. Click Next to accept the destination directory for Infinity or
click Browse to choose a different directory.
8. Select Upgrade as the type of upgrade for this installation
and click Next. (Click Overwrite only if your existing
database is flawed, you want to completely start over, or you
are directed to do so by Berg.)
9. Click Yes to have the setup data from your current
installation of Infinity copied to the backup subdirectory.
Click No if you already have a current backup.
10. Click Next to accept the
program group or folder for
the placement of Infinity
program icons. Or, if you
prefer, enter a different group
or folder.
11. Click Yes to place the
Infinity program icons on your computer desktop.
(continued on next page)
Infinity defaults to the directory
of the most recent installation.
Backing Up Infinity
lAlways keep a current backup
of your database and
configuration data and your
original software disks. It's
the best defense against
unforeseen computer
problems.
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12. Enter the dealer's name and
phone number for technical
support and click Next.
13. Click Next to confirm the
installation. To change
anything, click Back till you
get to the appropriate screen.
14. Wait while the software is
installed.
15. The Configuration screen appears. For help entering
configuration options, see the Configuration Options
section. Or, click Help on the option screens for detailed
instructions. After you enter your options, you'll be returned
to the Configuration screen. Click Finish to exit.
16. Click OK after reading the STORE disks message. Don't
forget to run Utilities\Store Database Configuration so you
have a current backup of this installation.
17. Click OK to return to Windows.
If you chose Upgrade as your
upgrade option, all previous
configuration options are still
valid and you don't have to re-
enter them.
Software Installation 3-7
Infinity Programs
The Infinity software package is a collection of programs that each perform specific functions.
When you install Infinity software, a new group or folder is created in your Windows operating
environment that contains the icons for each Infinity program. Take care not to delete any
individual program from the Infinity group or you won't be able to perform certain tasks. You
can pause one Infinity program to use another. See Run Infinity Software in the Software Basics
section.
Infinity Help
Click this icon to access Infinity online help without running
any other Infinity program. You can always access online help
from within any other Infinity program.
Manager
Click this icon to access the Manager program where you can
perform equipment setup tasks, pouring setup tasks or server ID
setup tasks. If you install Interface software, click this icon to
access Interface.
Report
Click this icon to access the Report program where you can
configure and run system reports or exports.
Schedule
Click this icon to access the Schedule program where you can
configure and run a schedule.
Utilities
Click this icon to access the Utilities program where you can
perform various system maintenance or repair tasks.
SECTION
4
Review this section if you need to familiarize yourself with basic Infinity
software functions. This section provides help with the following tasks.
Run Infinity Software .................................................................... 4-2
Run Infinity Software with Password Protection............................ 4-4
Enter Software Preferences .............................................................4-5
Infinity Demo Version Setup.......................................................... 4-6
Uninstall Infinity Software ............................................................4-8
Software Basics
4-2 Infinity Installation/Service and User Manual
Run Infinity Software
You can run Infinity software programs just like any other Windows programs. If you're not sure
which Infinity program you need to run to perform a specific task, see Infinity Programs in the
Software Installation section. Since only one Infinity program can be active at a time, simply
pause the program you're working in before loading another Infinity program.
nTo run an Infinity program:
1. Double-click one of the Infinity program icons on your
Windows desktop.
OR
Click Start and point to Programs.
Point to the Berg Infinity folder and click the program you
want to run.
2. The main window for the program appears with a button for
the program on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
nTo load another Infinity program:
1. While on the main window, press the F5 function key on
your keyboard.
OR
From the main window, pull down the File menu and click
Pause.
2. The current Infinity program pauses. You can now run
another Infinity program.
3. To return to a paused program, click OK to restart it. You
must exit or pause the other Infinity program before you can
restart this one.
Software Basics 4-3
Start button
Programs contains the
folder with your Infinity
program icons. In this example,
the Berg Infinity
folder contains
the Infinity
programs.
Infinity programs
and their icons
Taskbar button
Menu bar
Infinity Utilities
main window
You can also right-click Start
and click Open. Click Programs,
then the folder containing your
Infinity program icons. Click the
program you want to run. The
advantage of this method is it
leaves the folder up when you
reboot.
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Run Infinity Software with Password Protection
If you enable passwords when you set configuration options for Infinity software, no one can run
the software without entering a valid user name and password. The security level defined for the
user determines which features of the software can be accessed.
nTo run Infinity software with password protection:
1. Follow the steps outlined in Run Infinity Software in this
section.
The password screen appears.
2. Type a registered User Name.
3. Type a registered Password.
4. Click OK.
The status bar at the bottom of the Manager, Report or
Schedule program displays the name of the user and the
security level.
If a registered user tries to perform software tasks not
included in the displayed security level, an error message
appears and the particular software function is disabled.
If a user enters an invalid user name or password, an error
message appears and access to the software is denied.
Software Basics 4-5
Click to
display the
default
entries.
Enter Software Preferences
You can specify your preferences for entering data in Infinity in the Manager, Report or
Schedule program and your choices take effect in all Infinity programs. If you're not sure about
your preferences, you can try the defaults at first.
nTo enter software preferences:
1. Run Manager, Report or Schedule.
2. Pull down the Options menu and click Preferences....
3. Check or uncheck the various options.
Check Enter Key=Default Button to use the Enter key as a
shortcut to clicking OK (or whatever button is the default on
the screen). Uncheck this option to use the Enter key as a
Tab key (which moves focus from one control to another).
Check Auto Drop down to automatically display drop down
lists on combo boxes. Uncheck this option to pull down the
list with the down arrow.
Select Entire Text specifies whether the entire text in a text
entry field is automatically selected when you first enter the
field. You can still de-select parts of the text after you enter
the field even if you select this option.
Check Show PLUs to see a PLU column on the Modify
Prices and Portions screen. (You won't see this option if
you've installed Interface software or enabled the
Reconciliation report feature.)
Check Suppress Confirmations if you don't want to see
typical confirmation questions for software tasks.
Confirmation questions usually ask if you really want to do
the operation ("Are you sure you want to delete X?").
4. Click OK to save your changes and exit or click Cancel to
exit without saving changes.
Combo box Down arrow
Drop down list
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Infinity Demo Version Setup
If you are installing a demo version of Infinity, you can set it up to simulate the sales data of an
actual system even though you have no Infinity hardware connected.
To set up a demo version:
1. Run a DEMO version of Manager, Report or Schedule.
2. Pull down the Options menu and click Demo Setup....
3. Enter your choices in each entry field on the Demo Setup
screen.
4. Click OK to save your changes and exit or click Cancel to
exit without saving changes.
Note
qWhen you install a demo version of Infinity, you'll be
prompted to load a sample database. Click Yes to install the
database.
Click to
display
the
default
entries.
These are the
default entries.
Software Basics 4-7
Number of Drinks a Day
Enter the approximate number of drinks per brand for the
software to simulate. A random factor is included so the number
will not be exactly the same each time.
Number of Comp Drinks a Day
Enter the approximate number of comp drinks per brand for the
software to simulate. Enter 0 if you don't want any to appear.
Number of Canceled Drinks a Day
Enter the approximate number of canceled drinks per brand for
the software to simulate. Enter 0 if you don't want any to appear.
Number of Cocktails a Day
Enter the approximate number of each cocktail for the software
to simulate. Enter 0 if you don't want any to appear.
Security Level
Enter the security level you want to demonstrate on the
software. (You can also show security levels by creating
fictitious users and switching between them.)
Prevent Portion Changes
Check this option to simulate a portion lockout jumper (no
portion size changes are allowed).
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Uninstall Infinity Software
You can uninstall Infinity software using Windows commands.
nTo uninstall Infinity software with Windows 95/NT:
1. Click Start and point to Settings.
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Click Add/Remove Programs.
4. Select Infinity from a list of programs you can remove from
your computer. Click Add/Remove... .
5. Click OK to confirm Infinity deletion.