Unpacking

Carefully unpack the PAX-S Shuffler from the box. Set any foam or packing material aside. Make sure all the included components and parts are present.

Open

PAXS Shuffler

Open

Power Cable

Software shipped Separately

Remove foam or packing material from the inside of the shuffler:

Initial Set Up

Static Brush Kit

Now is a good time to install the Static Brush kit if your casino is using plastic cards. Theses should ship with the shuffler and be installed during setup.

PAX Static Brush Kit Installation

Install Micro SD Card

Base Machine Settings

 With the shuffler powered on:

1. From the Main Menu, Select the Gear Icon to Enter the User Menu.

2. In the User Menu Select the Maintenance Button.

3. Enter the Password and Select the Enter Button.

   1. We are not allowed to put the password in the document. Call support if you need a reminder.

4. In the Maintenance Menu Select the Utilities Button.

5. From the Utilities Menu Select the Base Machine Settings Button.

6. Enter:

   1. Serial Number (input all the numbers after the S2),

   2. Time Zone, Time and Date

   3. toggle which side the button goes on. Ask the casino which side they want.

7. Select the Home Icon to Return the Main Menu.

Adjustments

The video below goes with the Insert and Output Adjustments.

Shuttle Insert Offset (Calibration)

1. Remove right side cover.

2. From the Main Menu, Select the Gear Icon to Enter the User Menu.

3. In the User Menu Select the Maintenance Button.

4. Enter the Password and Select the Enter Button.

   1. We are not allowed to put the password in the document. Call support if you need a reminder.

5. Select Machine Control > Machine Calibration > Select Shuttle Insert Offset then press the return key with the current value. 
   For reference 300 points equals 1 card thickness and 150 points half a card thickness. A higher number will lower the shuttle position.

6. Adjust until alignment marks on side plate and shuttle line up.

Output setting

Watch the video above for how to set the output setting. Make sure to reinstall the Sliding Plate and press the home button to return to home screen.

Brake Roll Setting

The gap between the two aluminum brake rollers should be approximately 1 ½ card thicknesses. This gap should be checked during installation.

1. With the shuffler turned OFF:

2. Remove the Outfeed Tray

3. Remove the Infeed Tray

    

    

   If adjustment is needed follow these steps:
   Use a Hex 2.5mm t-handle to loosen the Screws attaching the Brake Roller Shaft.
   
   

1. Slide the .015mm Pink Shim (Included) between the two Black Brake Rollers.

2. Push down firmly (about 5 to 10 pounds of pressure) and evenly on the top roller and tighten the two 2.5mm Hex Screws.

3. Be Sure the Gap is even across both sets of rollers.

4. Replace the Infeed and Outfeed Trays.

Card Weight Belt Tension

Check the Card Weight Belt Tension. The belt should not be loose.

Add Deck

It is necessary to add a new deck to the Shuffler in order for the system to properly recognize the specific cards in use.

1. From the Main Menu, Select the Gear Icon to Enter the User Menu.

2. In the User Menu Select the Maintenance Button.

3. Enter the Password and Select the Enter Button.

4. In the Maintenance Menu Select the Deck Setup Button.

5. From the Deck Setup Menu Select the Add New Deck button. 

6. Enter a name for the deck and Select Enter.

Start with a deck of cards in order from bottom to top: Ace-King of Spades, Ace-King Diamonds, King-Ace of Clubs, King-Ace of Hearts, and finally the two jokers on the top.

1. When Prompted to Add New Deck, Place the Deck in the Infeed Tray.

2. The Shuffler will input the Deck.

3. Select Accept to accept the shuffle.

4. Remove the Deck from the Outfeed Tray, Rotate the Deck and Place the Deck back in the Infeed Tray.

5. Select Accept to accept the 2^nd shuffle

6. Once the Deck Operation Successful message appears, Navigate Back to the User Menu.

7. Select the Current Deck button.

8. Find the New Deck in the list, Select it and Select Done.

9. Navigate back to the Deck Setup menu.

10. Select Maintenance > Maintenance Password > Deck Setup > Delete Deck

11. Select the Deck to be Deleted and Select the Delete Selection(s) button.

12. Select the Return button and repeat if necessary.

13. Delete all decks not used at the location.

14. Note: The active deck will not show on the list of decks to delete.

Game Setup

Most Stud poker games played in a casino are listed in the Games Selection menu. The user menu needs be configured to show only the games at the casino where Pax is installed. A check box next to each game in the game selection menu will show if the game is to appear in the user menu.

Select Gear Icon > Maintenance > Maintenance Password > Game Setup > Edit Game

1. Select the Game to be Configured.

   1. To configure select Game Setup in the Maintenance Menu and edit each game. Select yes or no to display the game in the user menu.

2. Enable (default) or Disable the Dealer Cover Card / Green Button Press Options.

Test Run

After setup is complete 10 test shuffles with a deck of cards in use at the location should be performed.

Table Mounting

Full table Cut

• Bracket to join back bar on table ring

  • Most tables have the back bar attached to the padded ring not to the table top

• Template to cut table with router and router guide

  • ½ straight router bit and ¾ OD template guide

Partial Table Cut

• Metal frame same size opening as full cut

  • Allows Pax to mount in an opening cut into the table but not as deep.

  • Attaches to table top

  • Same part for RH and LH

• Bracket to join table ring

  • Same part use for a full cut install

• Template to cut table with router

  • Account for extra width of metal frame

Off Table

Mount shuffler behind the table with no modifications to table or table ring

• Wood block with opening for shuffler mounted on metal bracket.

  • 1 ½ thick wood

• ¼ inch spacers between table and bracket to account for thicker tables

• Support leg to prevent table from tipping

  • Account for high and low tables

• Right and left hand versions

(PM) Preventative Maintenance

Trouble Shooting and Bulletins