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Carnation CR1450 The Compact 1+1 Currency Discriminator

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$1,299.00
CarnationCR1450
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The Carnation CR1450 is a powerful 1+1 pocket currency discriminator engineered for businesses demanding fast, reliable, and secure cash processing without the footprint of a large machine. Designed to bring high-end functionality into any space, the CR1450 is the ideal solution for modern cash handling. It’s perfect for operations where speed, accuracy, and detailed tracking are paramount, but where space is limited.

Why Choose the CR1450? Key Benefits

The CR1450 offers a significant upgrade over basic currency counters, maximizing efficiency and minimizing human error:

  • Exceptional Accuracy & Speed: Count at speeds up to 1,200 notes per minute with high-precision mixed denomination recognition. The 1+1 pocket design allows non-stop processing—diverting suspicious or different denomination notes to the reject pocket without pausing the count.
  • Ultimate Security: Protect your business from loss with advanced 12-point counterfeit detection, including Dual CIS (Contact Image Sensors), UV, MG, IR, and MT.
  • Full Traceability: Serial number recognition provides an audit trail for every processed bill, crucial for compliance and security.
  • User-Friendly Design: A vibrant 3.5” LCD touchscreen ensures simple, intuitive operation. The compact, low-maintenance design includes easy-access panels for quick cleaning and jam removal.

Ideal Users and Use Cases

The CR1450 is specifically tailored for environments with moderate to high cash volumes that require advanced security features and reporting.

Ideal UsersPrimary Use Cases
Banks & Credit UnionsTeller station cash verification and end-of-day reconciliation.
Casinos & GamingCage operations, chip-to-cash conversions, and large cash deposits.
Retailers (Mid-to-Large)Back-office preparation of daily deposits and till reconciliation.
Cannabis DispensariesCompliance, tracking high volumes of cash, and detailed reporting.
Logistics ProvidersSecure and accurate cash collection processing and verification.

Technical Specifications for Performance

Despite its small stature (Dimensions: 10.7” W × 10.4” L × 10.2” H), the CR1450 is a powerhouse. It boasts a 500-note hopper and a 200-note stacker, ensuring long runs without constant reloading. The dedicated 50-note reject pocket enables uninterrupted sorting.

The discriminator supports multiple world currencies (including USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, etc.) and offers five counting modes: MIX, SORT, COUNT, ADD, and BATCH. Connectivity is robust, with USB, RS232, RJ11, and LAN ports standard, plus an optional WiFi module for seamless data integration and updates. Reports can be easily exported via USB. The machine is backed by a comprehensive 2-year warranty (parts & labor).

Product Information (CARNATION_FedPro_CR1450_user_manual-min__1_.pdf, 6,040 Kb) [Download]

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1. What is the difference between a bill counter and a currency discriminator?

A standard bill counter is a "piece counter"—it tells you how many pieces of paper went through. A currency discriminator is a "value counter"—it uses digital eyes (CIS) to look at the bill, identify if it’s a $20 or a $100, and give you a total monetary value.

2. Is a currency discriminator better at catching fakes than a cheap counter?

Yes. Standard counters usually only check for magnetic ink or UV glow. Discriminators use Image Recognition, meaning they compare the actual artwork and security features of the bill against a high-resolution database. This is the only reliable way to catch "supernotes" or bleached bills (e.g., a $1 bill reprinted to look like a $100).

3. What does "1+1 Pocket" or "2-Pocket" mean?

This is one of the most searched terms.

  • A 1-Pocket machine stops and beeps every time it finds a suspect or "unfit" bill.
  • A 2-Pocket (1+1) machine has a separate Reject Pocket. It sends suspect bills to the top pocket while the main count continues without stopping. This is essential for high-volume environments.

4. Can currency discriminators count international money?

Most modern discriminators come with "Multi-Currency" modes. Because they rely on image scanning, they can be programmed to recognize the distinct designs of Euros, Canadian Dollars, British Pounds, and Mexican Pesos, often handling them all in the same stack.

5. Why is my discriminator giving a "CIS Error"?

This is usually a sign that the "eyes" of the machine are dirty. Cash is incredibly dusty; we recommend using cleaning cards or a microfiber cloth weekly to wipe the sensors. If the sensors are blocked by dust, the machine can't "see" the bill to identify it.