Coin Timers [software vs. hardware] (pro's and con's)

[lordjtj]

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I know that there has been some threads regarding this one but not that elaborated [on a single post].
This very thread can also belong to the 'software' thread but it seems that it is also appropriate to put it here.

also..., I'm encouraging real owners to give feedback on their units AND I will enlist any usefull info that is not added here.



Hardware Based Timer
PRO's
● function independent on 'host' [CPU]
● time is seen visually externally outside
● beeps when time is already near end (very annoying for me)

CON's
● low quality build [some deteriorate immediately and some other lasts]
● limited to 2 Coin Slots only? (need feedback on this)
● not that accurate [time]? (need feedback on this)
● time adjustments is on the minutes range only? (need feedback on this)
● Need some degree of Electronic skills like 'soldering' and 'diagram' tracing (not a problem if 'magpabuhat lang ka')
● Mechanical Relay
-> the built-in relays deteriorate really fast
-> need to change the relay to a more 'heavy duty' one to make it last longer



Hardware Based Timer/Coin System Power Source [from PSU vs. dedicated] (pro's and con's)
from PSU
PRO's
● no need to buy an additional power source

CON's
● if PSU turns off..., so as your timer

from a dedicated Source
PRO's
● it operates independently regardless of CPU state [on/off]

CON's
● need to buy additional transformer, DC circuitry



Software Based Timer
PRO's
● unlimited number of Coin Slots? [via serial port (1Coint Slot per Serial Port) OR USB]
● highly accurate time
● time adjustments can range from a second to infinity? (need feedback on this)
● with added perks and features that can't be done with hardware timer

CON's
● highly dependent on CPU's state [if CPU hangs, then so as your timer]
● suceptible to some degree of hacking [if hacked, then time is free! ]
● you cannot see the 'time left' directly if you are playing on full screen
● have symptoms on exclusive full screen applications



TIP's for PISO2x
● power source for your Timer/Coin System can either be sourced from your PSU or a dedicated exclusive power source
● as an alternative..., instead switching off the monitor, you can switch off the keyboard/mouse or even including the monitor!
● you can add a 'shutdown' feature on your hardware based timer from using its second relay
● be sure that the Coin/Timer System is fully secure and not susceptible to 'shaking'
● use 'glue gun' [or any adhesive of your choice] to fasten up the Coin Slot's trigger mechanism
● if dili na 'mu-off' ang display..., its time to change the mechanical relays
● it is suggested that you change the mechanical relay with a "super heavy duty" one before using it the first time as to have no more problems later

salamat sa tips bro

[erwin_rommel]

mo gana ni sya boss bisag naa pay duwa nga nag dagan?

freeware ni sya boss? ako ako ni i try....
thanks...

force of terminate tanan programs ana bro before mo shutdown. bisan pa og duwa

[dab_s_bad]

mo gana ni sya boss bisag naa pay duwa nga nag dagan?

freeware ni sya boss? ako ako ni i try....
thanks...

yes, this is free and seems good too

[dab_s_bad]

salamat sa tips bro

it's not just me ^_^

it's everybody's contributions here to thank of ^_^

[danzteo]

force of terminate tanan programs ana bro before mo shutdown. bisan pa og duwa

a million thanks for sharing bro.....

yes, this is free and seems good too

hehehehe, mka operate na jud ko ani boss.........

ako nato ma ilisan ako mga software timer....

[twobol2002]

unsa may gi cut off nmo nga wire bai, ang 5v or ang data?

ang kaning pin#3>>GRN/DATA mao na ang gi cut

[danzteo]

ang kaning pin#3>>GRN/DATA mao na ang gi cut

mao bahh, dili na diay m gana, so wla nka mag freeze sa imo mouse & keyboard?

[twobol2002]

wala nalang nko gi freeze ang mouse ug keyboard bro kay di man mugana.

[dab_s_bad]

mao bahh, dili na diay m gana, so wla nka mag freeze sa imo mouse & keyboard?

wala nalang nko gi freeze ang mouse ug keyboard bro kay di man mugana.

try ang +5v lang mismo ang e-isolate!?

dayon..., make sure nga 'sheilded' ang wire ani USB kay susceptible ni siya sa noise

OR!

palit nalang kana sa CDRKing nga na-a switch then ipuli nalang ang sa relay ani!

like these:
CDR KING
CDR KING


idea lang...

[danzteo]

try ang +5v lang mismo ang e-isolate!?

dayon..., make sure nga 'sheilded' ang wire ani USB kay susceptible ni siya sa noise

OR!

palit nalang kana sa CDRKing nga na-a switch then ipuli nalang ang sa relay ani!

like these:
CDR KING
CDR KING


idea lang...

nice sad ni bai dah, nka try nka ani bai?