{"product_id":"t602-u5eus-bill-acceptor","title":"MEI Talos T602-U5EUS Amusement Bill Acceptor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMEI Talos T602-U5EUS\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.-currency MDB bill validator\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eequipped with a 12-pulse (parallel) interface harness, designed for \u003cstrong\u003evending, kiosk, and amusement applications\u003c\/strong\u003e. As part of the \u003cstrong\u003eTalos T6 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, it replaces the discontinued \u003cstrong\u003eAE2602-U5EUS\u003c\/strong\u003e and delivers faster bill acceptance, stronger anti-fraud protection, and easier field maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with MEI’s proven Talos technology, the T602-U5EUS combines high-precision optical sensors, gear-driven transport, and modular construction for long service life. It supports $1–$20 note acceptance, features tool-free stacker removal, and provides full MDB interface compatibility for plug-and-play upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts U.S. $1–$20 bills with advanced optical sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard MDB interface with a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e12-pulse (parallel) interface harness for vending, kiosk, and amusement systems\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces legacy \u003cstrong\u003eAE2602-U5EUS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced anti-stringing and counterfeit detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCPI VFM up-stacker bezel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField-upgradeable firmware via USB or handheld device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-release stacker and modular design for fast service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable gear-driven mechanism for reliable long-term operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"data-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCurrency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU.S. Dollar (USD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMDB Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBezel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Talos Entry Bezel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStacker Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 500 notes (up-stacker configuration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBill Insertion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-way acceptance (any orientation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFirmware Update\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB or handheld programmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 °C – 50 °C (32 °F – 122 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #0074D9; border-radius: 10px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 98.6679%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #eaf3ff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003eCode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eMeaning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eTalos Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eMEI’s next-generation validator platform offering improved durability and performance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #eaf3ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eModel Family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eT6 Series — replaces the older AE26xx validator family.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eBezel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eCPI VFM \"0\" Upstacker Bezel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #eaf3ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eMDB protocol for vending and amusement machines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eStacker Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eUp-stacker with 500-note stacker box for compact vending and amusement applications.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #eaf3ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 10.0972%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEUS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 24.5763%;\"\u003eBuild Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; width: 65.3463%;\"\u003eU.S. standard MDB build (E-series mainboard) with a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e12-pulse (parallel) interface harness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMEI Talos T602-U5EUS\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces the \u003cstrong\u003eAE2602-U5EUS\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering faster note recognition, enhanced durability, and plug-and-play MDB integration for vending and amusement systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBillAcceptors.us is an authorized Crane MEI distributor with over 30 years of experience, offering the best prices and repair support.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MEI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47537284677819,"sku":"T602-U5EUS","price":591.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2422\/2139\/files\/mei-talos-t602-u5eus-amusement-bill-acceptor-main_1776227296.webp?v=1776227541","url":"https:\/\/billacceptors.us\/products\/t602-u5eus-bill-acceptor","provider":"BillAcceptors.us","version":"1.0","type":"link"}