MEI Talos T602-U5MUS Amusement Bill Acceptor

MEI Talos T602-U5MUS Amusement Bill Acceptor

The MEI Talos T602-U5MUS is a U.S.-currency bill validator configured for MDB-operated amusement equipment, vending machines, and kiosks. This Crane MEI Talos T6 platform uses a VFM front-mount bezel, an Up-Stacker cassette, and 24 V DC / 34 V DC MDB operation. E & D Trading supplies this replacement validator to OEM builders, route operators, and service technicians requiring a current Talos-series unit.

The validator accepts U.S. $1, $5, $10, and $20 notes in any orientation. Its optical validation, anti-counterfeit controls, anti-stringing protection, and gear-driven transport support dependable field operation, while the modular construction simplifies service and firmware maintenance.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Crane MEI
• Model: Talos T6; SKU T602-U5MUS
• Currency: U.S. Dollar (USD)
• Denominations: U.S. $1, $5, $10, and $20; $50 and $100 notes are not accepted
• Interface: MDB protocol
• Operating voltage: 24 V DC / 34 V DC MDB
• Bezel: MEI VFM front-mount bezel, code 0
• Stacker: Up-Stacker configuration with interchangeable 500-note cassette
• Bill insertion: Four-way acceptance
• Validation: Four-way optical validation with counterfeit and anti-stringing protection
• Firmware service: USB or handheld programmer
• Service features: Quick-release stacker and modular Talos construction
• Transport: Durable gear-driven mechanism
• Operating temperature: 0 °C–50 °C (32 °F–122 °F)
• Market code: 6, amusement configuration

Cross-reference

The T602-U5MUS replaces the discontinued AE2602-U5MUS. The Talos designation identifies the next-generation platform, while the T6 family corresponds to AE26xx validator applications. In the model code, T identifies Talos, 6 identifies the T6 family, 0 identifies the VFM bezel, 2 identifies the 24 V DC / 34 V DC power configuration, U5 identifies the Up-Stacker and 500-note cassette, and MUS identifies the U.S. MDB build with M-series mainboard and Talos firmware.

Compatible platforms

This validator is configured for MDB vending machines, kiosks, and amusement machines using the VFM front-mount installation format and Up-Stacker orientation.

Integration notes

Confirm MDB compatibility, available 24 V DC / 34 V DC power, bezel clearance, and cassette orientation before installation. Firmware can be updated through USB or a handheld programmer. For acceptance of U.S. $50 or $100 notes, select a T8-series model instead.

Ordering & support

E & D Trading is an authorized Crane MEI distributor and reseller with more than 30 years of bill-acceptor experience. Same-day volume quotes, freight coordination, and repair support are available for equipment builders, operators, and service organizations.