Money changer ICT EX1000 LCM

ICT EX-1000 LCD money changer for banknote to coin conversion

The ICTEX-1000LCM model is a compact indoor money changer that converts banknotes of a single currency into one type of coins or tokens. Despite its small footprint, it offers generous bill and coin capacity, making it an excellent choice for self-service car washes, parking facilities, amusement locations and other unattended cash systems. The integrated front LCD display guides the customer through every step of the exchange, shows the number of coins dispensed and provides clear status information for operators. Equipped with ICT's latest XBA bill acceptor, the EX-1000 delivers reliable performance in unheated indoor locations with up to 98% bill acceptance rate. Combined with the MH hopper, CCTALK interface and recirculation operation, the EX-1000 offers a robust, cost-effective and long-term solution for cash handling in kiosks and terminals.

Construction, security and operating conditions

• Compact change machine with a small footprint, easy to install in car wash halls, game rooms, parking lobbies or retail back offices.
• Sturdy housing and solid safety lock provide high physical protection for bills, coins and internal components.
• Designed for indoor, covered locations with an operating temperature range of 5°C–50°C and relative humidity of 30–85%, with protection against condensation.
• CCTALK communication interface for straightforward integration into existing self-service, parking or car wash control systems.
• Compact dimensions of approximately 180 × 290 × 740 mm and a net weight around 21 kg offer a stable yet service-friendly installation.
• Resistant to mains voltage fluctuations, which is important in industrial and high-load environments such as car washes and amusement arcades.

Bill acceptance and coin payout performance

• Equipped with an ICT XBA bill acceptor that delivers up to 98% acceptance rate for in-circulation banknotes.
• Accepts banknote widths between 62 mm and 78 mm, allowing configuration for a wide range of currencies and denominations.
• Approximate bill processing time of 2.5 seconds per note, enabling fast transactions even during peak usage.
• Bill stacker capacity options of 200, 400 or 600 notes, depending on the cassette configuration chosen for the installation.
• ICT MH hopper coin dispenser with around 1000-coin capacity, supporting coin diameters of 20–30 mm and thickness between 1.6–3.3 mm.
• Recirculation operation keeps coins and notes within the system, optimising float levels and reducing the frequency of refills.

LCD display, user experience and maintenance

• Front LCD display shows the payout process, making the exchange transparent and easy to understand for end users.
• The display indicates the number of coins dispensed with backward counting, giving clear confirmation for each transaction.
• Internal meter and counters visible to the operator support accurate tracking of coin dispensing, turnover and service needs.
• High-capacity hopper and bill stacker with easy coin loading help minimise downtime and simplify daily operation.
• Modular, removable construction of key components enables straightforward on-site maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.
• Simple coin-clear function assists in quickly emptying the machine during cash collection and reconciliation procedures.

Typical applications and key benefits

• Self-service car washes where tokens or coins are used to start wash programs and vacuuming stations.
• Amusement and arcade venues in which game machines operate with coins or tokens and require reliable change machines.
• Parking facilities and auxiliary change points that convert banknotes into a single coin type to feed ticket machines or pay stations.
• Smaller retail sites, petrol stations and service locations that still handle cash and need a robust money changer for customer use.
• Projects that value easy operation, straightforward maintenance, attractive price-performance ratio and stable long-term operation.

FAQ – ICT EX-1000 LCD money changer

• What is the main function of the ICT EX-1000 money changer?
  
  The EX-1000 converts banknotes of a single currency into one type of coins or tokens, primarily for car washes, amusement venues, parking systems and other unattended cash applications.
• What bill acceptance performance does the XBA validator provide?
  
  The integrated ICT XBA bill acceptor offers up to 98% acceptance rate, supports note widths between 62 mm and 78 mm and processes each banknote in roughly 2.5 seconds.
• What are the bill and coin capacities of the EX-1000?
  
  The bill cassette can hold approximately 200, 400 or 600 notes depending on the version, while the ICT MH hopper stores around 1000 coins within the specified size range.
• Where is it recommended to install the EX-1000 unit?
  
  It is intended for indoor, covered locations such as car wash halls, game rooms or retail areas, with operating conditions of about 5–50°C and 30–85% relative humidity.
• How does the LCD display and internal meter support operators?
  
  The LCD display makes the payout process transparent for users, while the internal meter and counters help operators monitor usage, plan maintenance and perform accurate cash reconciliation.