Usage
The Safescan 185-S counterfeit money detector is designed for rapid and reliable authentication of banknotes in retail, hospitality, and financial environments. It protects businesses from losses caused by counterfeit currency.
Advantages
- Detects seven advanced security features to reliably identify counterfeits
- Verifies eight major currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, MXN, CHF, CNY and HKD
- Bills can be inserted in any direction for quick operation
- Visual and audio alerts instantly indicate suspected counterfeit notes
- Add-on battery allows up to 30 hours of portable use (battery optional)
Specifications
- Sleek compact design with large LCD display; magnetic USD bill guide included; robust plastic body construction for durability
- CE certified; tested at central banks such as the ECB and Bank of England; three-year manufacturer warranty ensures confidence in reliability and compliance with standards
- <0.5 second verification speed; supports up to eight currencies with updateable software via USB or microSD port; dimensions: approx. 15.9 x 12.8 x 8.3 cm (6.3 x 5 x 3.3 in); weight: approx. 620 g (21.9 oz)
- Differentiating features include detection of “superdollar” bills, recognition of double/half bills, automatic standby after inactivity, selectable front or rear note exit direction,”add” counting function for quantity/value totals displayed on screen
How it works
The user inserts a banknote into the Safescan 185-S from any orientation; within half a second the machine automatically examines seven security features using advanced sensors and confirms authenticity via its display while alerting to potential counterfeits through visual or sound signals.
