CZ13650U1 - Betting terminal self-service system - Google Patents

Description

Self-service betting terminal system Technical field

The technical solution relates to a betting self-service terminal system comprising a computer module and a power module, which comprises a surge protection block connected to a power supply and a backup power supply, and a data transmission block interconnected via a communication network with the bookmaker's head office.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

There are several ways of making lots and odds betting or running lotteries.

The first way in which the bettor is physically present is possible through the use of a computer workstation where the bettor concludes his bet on the basis of a lottery or sporting opportunity presented directly at the collection point by means of menu boards and notice boards. Typically, bettors will write their tips on a slip of paper for this purpose at the collection point, which will then be presented to the operator behind the counter, which, according to his written and verbal instructions at his computer workplace either cash or cashless via an electronic wallet-credit card. This method of placing bets requires ample space - the bettor must have reasonably comfortable access to the menu boards, and in addition a separate separate area (counter) with the operator's workplace must be created. The disadvantage is that the operator must alternately, depending on the interests of the betters20, not only make the betting itself, but of course adding new betting opportunities, updating the ongoing changes in odds, times, dates of sports opportunities, printing the necessary reports, which in practice can handle them for one operator. , especially when bettors are more interested in betting, almost impossible. In addition, the operator's duties in this method include a number of other tasks, so that the workload is virtually 100% during working hours. At such a collection point, considerable overhead and wage funds need to be spent to maintain it.

The second way in which the bettor is physically present is to use terminals, which are usually located in different premises where the service is provided by the premises' staff beyond their main job. While these outlets are largely eliminated excessive spending on operator wages, because its main workload is another activity, but this is also their disadvantage, because it often happens that the bettor waits for placing a bet in the queue, for example in a tobacco and newspaper store, serving customers who have not come here to place a bet at all, which may eventually discourage a prospective bettor from waiting for a potential bettor. A further disadvantage of this system is the need to complete pre-printed special forms so precisely that the terminal is able to recognize and print the desired ticket. It is obvious that central printing and distribution of the required special forms to individual collection points is necessary, which increases the overheads associated with placing a bet. In this case, the terminal serves as a simple technical device for the operation of the collection point, not for the bettor himself. Its use and possibilities are so limited.

Another method of wagering is the method of wagering through tariff systems that use data networks, particularly cellular and satellite networks, to transmit packets of wagering data. Patent Application No. WO 99/30787 describes a betting system with improved communication between a host computer and a remote terminal. A quick dial betting system with computer dialing uses keys in the form of random numbers, which serve as starting numbers in an algorithm that generates pseudo-random numbers. At the dealer terminal, an algorithm and starting number are used to create random number combinations for each game in the bet, assigning a combination of numbers sequentially and printing it together with the sequential serial number

-1 CZ 13650 Ul per ticket. By storing the algorithm and start number in both the host computer and the remote terminal of the vendor, the remote terminal can transmit all relevant information by simply transmitting the actual number of games sold, thereby substantially reducing the amount of data exchanged. Limited data exchange is an innovation in data transmission methods such as satellite packet transmission and cellular services.

European patent application EP 1 199 690 A2 describes a method for transferring game data to a global computer network. The remote gaming method comprises accessing a player via a remote terminal, a gaming site on a global computer network connected to the remote terminal. A player may communicate personal identification data to a gaming site via a remote terminal and select via a remote terminal a gambling game located on a gaming device intended for remote play. The remote terminal is located outside the game controller. A player will place a bet through the remote terminal to play the selected game and receive randomly generated text or graphical result data on the remote terminal for the selected game. The resulting data is generated either by a gaming server or a gaming machine in the gaming device and then transmitted to the gaming site.

PCT application WO 00/6721 describes a multimedia betting system comprising a plurality of betting devices and a delivery system that is connected to the betting devices and a plurality of multimedia betting terminals, a communication network for easy communication between the betting system and the multimedia betting terminals . Preferably, the communication network is formed as a closed network, but instead of a fixed network, the communication network may be an open network, such as the Internet, as long as such an open network provides sufficient frequencies to communicate with multimedia betting terminals.

Each betting equipment has an associated one or more racetracks and is connected to a betting system that provides betting information. Multimedia betting terminals are also linked to a betting system that provides information about the chances of each competitor.

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The betting system comprises a user interface, betting devices that include a transmitter / receiver for communicating with these devices, multimedia betting terminals, comprising a transmitter / receiver for communicating with these terminals. It further comprises a microprocessor which is connected to the user interface and to the betting terminal transmitter / receiver and the betting transmitter / receiver. It further comprises non-volatile memory and non-volatile memory, e.g., RAM, which are in communication with the microprocessor. The user interface includes a data display for displaying betting information. Preferably, a display terminal may be used to display information supplied from betting devices. The user interface further comprises a data entry device, such as a keyboard or mouse, for inputting data and commands of the system user. Control commands, including selection commands, are displayed in betting terminals.

Non-volatile memory includes a database that contains multimedia records of previous races (bets). Each multimedia record contains a video record of the race, an audio record associated with the video record, a record with the name and location of the track, a record with the name of the competitor, a record of the likelihood of each competitor winning. on a high speed CDROM for fast microprocessor access. The non-volatile memory also includes instructions for the microprocessor. These instructions are stored in a volatile memory that is delimited by a database selector and a microprocessor. The volatile memory also includes a local database associated with the microprocessor. The local database contains betting records, identifiable in the network terminals of the betting terminal.

Each multimedia betting terminal includes a multimedia display for displaying the races selected by the betting system, a user interface for entering races, a paper money receiving device, a money issuing device, an electronic card reader / writer, and a card holder. location of multimedia display, user interface, prize dispenser, electronic card reader / writer.

The purpose of the technical solution is the arrangement of the self-service betting terminal and simplicity in its operation. A bettor creates, pays, prints and removes his / her required bet slip or performs other required operations based on a menu from the terminal.

The essence of the technical solution

The above-mentioned shortcomings are overcome by a self-service betting terminal system comprising a microprocessor and a power module which includes a surge protection block connected to a power supply and a backup power supply, and a data transmission block interconnected via a communication network with the bookmaker's head office. at least one user interface including a data display and data entry device is further coupled to the betting terminal microprocessor, wherein the user interface forms a separate part of the betting terminal for accessibility by the customer.

The self-service betting terminal system according to the above-mentioned technical solution represents a significant step forward towards the customer, where the technical equipment figuratively jumps over the operator's desk and is fully available to the bettor. In order to place a bet or other necessary operations, it is sufficient for the bettor (thanks to a meaningfully arranged and user-friendly hardware) to browse logically ordered and user-friendly software, easy to use. This will allow the active compilation of a document such as a betting slip, including the amount staked, the payment of the slip (whether in cash via the terminal's technical equipment or non-cash, eg electronic wallet, credit card, Internet banking) and serves as proof, for example, of a placed bet if it is strictly necessary by law. In order to place a bet, it will not be necessary to pre-type any form, no contact with the operator will be necessary. The system of the self-service betting terminal allows the customer to perform the necessary operations, such as checking the ticket, withdrawing the winnings, cancellation, discount, information service, etc. The advantage is also the possibility of using multilingual versions of the betting terminal.

A system in this arrangement according to the present invention may provide the customer with the services or offers of multiple bookmakers. It is not possible to update such large bids, eg on bid boards, in real time. The advantage is that the customer can compare and choose from individual offers of competing bookmakers at one collection point.

With this system arrangement, almost 100% confidentiality is guaranteed - the form of the betting slip and the amount staked may not be known to the person in charge as well as the form of the placed bet or the amount of the prize collected. In doing so, the betting company may, by introducing betting exclusively with that company's loyalty card, guarantee the identification of a particular bettor.

Communication and update of changes almost completely or completely on-line - it depends on the chosen method of data transmission. Such rapidly updated changes would not be able to handle and update in any way the presented offer.

The system also ensures that the date, time, names of opponents, home-guest ranking and current odds quoted in the presented offer will not be in accordance with the data on the closed betting slip.

Furthermore, the possibility of almost instantaneous reactions of the bookmaker (and / or any evaluation software) at the head office of the betting company is guaranteed, who would be informed on-line of the development of bets throughout the company. Of course, such complete information can give betting companies more flexibility and higher returns.

By introducing the above-described self-service betting terminal system to the betting market and its rapid mass spread, it will not only bring greater convenience to bettors, but will also enable a betting company to use a higher market share by expanding into previously unattractive costs. sites like smaller towns

-350 13650 Ul and village. The operating hours of the collection points can be extended by preferentially placing the terminals in premises with longer or non-stop working hours, which will contribute to optimum utilization.

This will allow all terminals to be interconnected, different types of jackpots to be created for specific areas and time periods, which will help make betting more attractive.

To enhance customer convenience, it is also advantageous if the user interface further comprises an electronic card reader and / or recorder, a device for receiving and / or dispensing cash, and. document issuing devices that are connected to the betting terminal microprocessor.

It is also natural for the microprocessor to be connected to an additional peripheral device module and an operator module which includes a card reader and / or recorder, a data display for the operator, an operator control device, a print report device and a document issuing device. .

The advantage of such a self-service betting terminal system is that it can be supplemented with various peripheral devices, which will further enhance the user comfort of the user terminal and increase its equipment and utility value. The peripheral devices in this case may be, for example, a camera, a microphone, a jackpot, a large-screen projection device, and the like.

Another advantage of the proposed system is the minimum requirements for ensuring operation by the human workforce. Minimum space requirement. Furthermore, the minimum wage costs for the operator (eg the operator need not be in any employment relationship with the bookmaker if he will only provide supervision as the person in charge of his main job at the establishment - for example, in a restaurant).

The proposed arrangement of the self-service betting terminal system also gives the possibility of applying extra bonuses and prizes - for example, drawing lots of non-winning bets from this establishment, which will increase the motivation of unsuccessful bettors and increase attendance at the establishment.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The technical solution will be explained in more detail with the help of schematic drawings, in which Fig. 1 shows a diagram of a betting terminal system arrangement comprising a betting terminal microprocessor, a power and data security module and a user interface in the basic version. Fig. 3 is a diagram of a betting terminal arrangement system including a betting terminal microprocessor, power and data security module, enhanced user interface, peripheral module and operator module, Fig. 4a diagram of the betting terminal system arrangement, including the betting terminal microprocessor, the power and data security module and the user interface formed by the microprocessor computer, Fig. 4b Fig. 5 shows an embodiment of a betting terminal system with a wireless connection of the user interface G1 to Gn and Fig. 6 a variant of a betting terminal system comprising a betting terminal microprocessor, a power and data security module and a user interface formed by a computer with a microprocessor. implementation of a betting terminal system with wireless connection of the user interface C1 to Cn.

Examples

The self-service betting terminal system according to the invention will be illustrated by means of several advantageous examples.

The basic configuration of the self-service betting terminal system is shown in Fig. 1 and includes a betting terminal microprocessor A, a power and data security module B comprising a data transfer block 4, a surge protection block 2 connected to the power supply and voltage connected to the betting microprocessor A. terminal. They are also connected via a backup voltage source 3 to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. To the microprocessor

Furthermore, the data transfer block 4 is connected to the betting terminal U1, which is further connected via the communication network 5 to the betting company headquarters 6. Furthermore, at least one basic user interface C1 to Cn including a data display 7 and data input device 8 is connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A, wherein the user interfaces C1 to Cn form a separate part of the betting terminal.

An arrangement diagram of the self-service betting terminal system with an extended user interface is shown in Fig. 2. In this case, the system consists of three modules; betting terminal microprocessor A, power and data security module B, and user interfaces C1 to Cn. The power and data security module B comprises an overvoltage protection block 2 connected to a voltage source 1, which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal.

They are also connected via a backup voltage source 3 to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. Further, the data transfer block 4 is connected via the communication network 5 to the betting company headquarters 6, wherein the data transfer block 4 is connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A.

* The user interfaces C1 to Cn form a separate part mechanically separated from the betting terminal, and in this embodiment include a data display 7, a data entry device 8, a reader, and / or an electronic card recorder 9, a device for receiving and / or paying cash and a document issuing device 11, a ticket identification and detecting device 12, and a loudspeaker

15, which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal.

The function of the system of the self-service betting terminal in this embodiment is as follows: Power supply 20 for the whole system and data for the microprocessor A of the betting terminal are fed from the module

B power and data security. The supply voltage is led from the power supply 1 through the surge protection block 2 to the backup power supply 3 and to all other parts of the device with its own power supply. The data is then routed in both directions between the betting company headquarters 6 and the betting terminal microprocessor A via the communication network 5 and the data transfer block 4. Microprocessor A of the betting terminal ensures the processing and transmission of data from and to the user interfaces C1 to Cn, through which the customer performs the required operation for which the module will issue a written document. For example, setting up a desired bet allows the bettor to display the data display 7 with the data entry device 8, payment can be made by cashless electronic card via a reader, and / or electronic card writer 9, possibly by cash payment using the device 10 for receiving and / or dispensing cash. The document issuing device 11, based on the payment made, then ensures the issuance of the document which the bettor retains.

Betting data changes are recorded by the betting terminal microprocessor A, which is then transmitted via the data transfer block 4 and the communication network 5 back to the betting company headquarters 6 for evaluation and archiving. The microprocessor A of the betting terminal will be suitable due to the need for uninterrupted security of operation, the necessity to continuously store data on the backup unit, the frequent need for data transmission from or at the headquarters of the betting company 6 and design it as at least two computer units, primary and secondary. The connection of other computer units is not excluded, on the contrary it may be advantageous in case of connection of more user interfaces C1 to Cn in more frequented busbars, while their power and data demands can be managed by single module B of power and data security.

In the event of a power failure, the backup power supply 3 will allow safe data storage, document completion and safe shutdown of all equipment until power is restored from the power source I.

The self-service betting system will enable the customer to self-service through the user interfaces C1 to Cn, which must be equipped with a device 12 for identifying and retaining the ticket - the self-service betting system. In this case, the customer's voucher is retained against payment of money in the user interfaces

Cl to Cn · In the event that the bet is placed only in electronic form, the device 12 is not necessary for identification and retention of the ticket - the ticket.

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Another variant of the betting terminal system arrangement, including the betting terminal microprocessor A, the power and data security module B, the enhanced user interface C1 to Cn, the peripheral device module D and the operator module E, is shown in Fig. 3. the above modules: the microprocessor A of the betting terminal, the power and data security module B, which comprises a surge protection block 2 connected to a power supply I and a backup power supply 3 and a data transmission block 4 connected via a communication network 5 to the head office 6 interfaces C1 to Cn, which in this embodiment include a data display 7, a data entry device 8, a reader, and / or an electronic card recorder 9, a cash reception and / or dispensing device 10, and a document issuing device 11, e.g. , the device 12 for identifying and retaining the net and a speaker 15, which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. Furthermore, two add-on modules: module D of peripheral devices and module E of the operator. In this case, the basic system is extended according to the needs and possibilities of the collection point and the needs and possibilities of the betting company by one or the other or both modules, ie the module D of peripheral devices and the module E of the operator. Within module D of peripheral devices, various devices for better and more modern presentation, such as a reader and / or electronic card writer 9, data entry device 8, large screen projection device 19, camera 16, can be optionally connected to microprocessor A of the betting terminal. jackpot 18, or microphone 17 and the like. These can, alone or in any combination, further enhance the level of service offered.

The operator module E comprises a data display 7, an electronic card reader and / or recorder 9, a data entry device 8, a data report printing device 13, a document issuing device 11, for example, a financial transaction made and a cash register 14.

The operating module E can advantageously be used wherever it is desirable to operate the equipment by a person in charge of supervision directly from behind the counter. With the aforementioned operator module E devices, the operator will be able to pay cash from the loyalty electronic payment cards against the issued and betting document, as well as deposit cash against the issued document on the loyalty electronic payment card. The operator can also make cancellation, discount and winnings payments against the presentation and submission of the appropriate proof of the placed bet. It can also print data sets, whether for betting needs or for customers.

When using the complete operator module E, it may not be necessary in the user interface C1 to Cn to use and connect a device 10 for receiving and / or dispensing cash, possibly a reader, and / or electronic card recorder 9, or device 12 for identifying and holding a ticket or a document issuing device 11.

Another variant embodiment of a self-service betting terminal system wherein the user interfaces C1 to Cn are G1 to Gn computers with microprocessors F is shown in Fig. 4a. In this variant, the user interfaces C1 to Cn are formed by computers G1 to Gn each comprising a microprocessor F, a data display 7 and a data input device 8. These are connected to the microprocessor F, which is further connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. The betting terminal microprocessor A is also connected to the power and data security module B, which comprises a surge protection block 2 connected to the voltage source 1, a backup voltage source 3, which are connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A. Further, the data transfer block 4 is connected via the communication network 5 to the betting company headquarters 6, wherein the data transfer block 4 is also connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A.

As shown in Fig. 4b, the above-described variant can be extended by one or the other or both modules, i.e. module D of additional peripherals and operator module E, as described above, depending on the needs and possibilities of the betting company and the collection point. .

A variant of a betting terminal system with a wireless connection of the user interfaces C1 to Cn is shown in Fig. 5. In this variant, the user interfaces C1 to Cn consist of computers G1 and Gn, each comprising a microprocessor F, data display 7 and input device 8 data transceiver 20, and a user interface voltage source 21 that are coupled to

13650 U1 by the microprocessor F, which is further connected via the transmitter / receiver 20 to the data transmitter / receiver 22 of the betting terminal microprocessor A. In this case, the betting terminal microprocessor A is also connected to the power and data security module B, which comprises a surge protection block 2 connected to the voltage source I, a backup voltage source 3, which are connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A. Further, the data transfer block 4 is connected via the communication network 5 to the betting company headquarters 6, wherein the data transfer block 4 is also connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A. *

Another variant of the betting terminal system with wireless connection of the user interface C1 to Cn is shown in Fig. 6. In this variant, the user interface C1 to Cn comprises a data display 7 and a data entry device 8 coupled to a transmitter / receiver 20, and a source the voltage of the user interface C1 to Cn, which is connected both to the data display 7 and to the data input device 8 and to the transmitter / receiver 20 of the user interface C. The user interfaces C1 to Cn are wirelessly connected via transmitter / receiver 20 to the transmitters. with / data receiver 22 of the betting terminal microprocessor A. At the same time, the microprocessor A of the betting terminal 15 is also connected to the power and data security module B, which comprises a surge protection block 2 connected to the voltage source 1, a backup voltage source 3, which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. Furthermore, the data transmission block 4 is connected via the communication network 5 to the head office 6 of the betting company and also to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal.

In both cases described above, depending on the needs and possibilities of the betting company and the collection point, the above-described variants can be expanded again by one or the other, or both, additional modules D, peripheral devices D and operator module E described above. *

Industrial applicability

The layout of the betting terminal system can be used wherever any existing shop and service establishment is located and the betting client's interest in turnover reaches at least the minimum revenue needed to make the system profitable. Due to its conceptual and technical solution, this device is able to offer other (as opposed to hitherto known and used technique) extra services that meet the needs of the bettor (eg terminal operating instructions, game board, overview of the complete range of number lotteries and sporting events). constant updates of changes, complete overviews of sports results or drawn numbers for a certain period of time, choice of results and statistics of specific players or teams, continuous and overall results of individual organized competitions, demonstrations of interesting winning bets and wins, interesting from the betting and sports world information for bettors, advertising sites or spots, and other presentation options).

Claims (4)

PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS A self-service betting terminal system, comprising a betting terminal microprocessor (A) and a power and data security module (B), comprising a surge protection block (2) connected to a voltage source (1) and a backup voltage source (3); 4) transmission 40 data interconnected via a communication network (5) with a betting company headquarters (6), characterized in that at least one user interface (C) comprising a data display (7) and a data entry device (8) is connected to a microprocessor (6). A) a self-service betting terminal, wherein the user interface (C) forms a separate part of the self-service betting terminal. A self-service betting terminal system according to claim 1, characterized by 45, wherein the user interface (C) further comprises a reader and / or an electronic recorder (9) 13650 UI cards, cash receiving and / or dispensing device (10) and document issuing device (11), which are connected to the microprocessor (A) of the betting terminal. Self-service betting terminal system according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the betting terminal microprocessor (A) further comprises a peripheral device module (D) and an operator module (E) comprising a reader and / or a recorder (9). electronic cards, data display (7), data entry device (8), data assembly printing device (13) and document issuing device (11). A self-service betting terminal system according to claim 1, characterized in that the user interface (C) comprises a computer (G) with a microprocessor (F), further comprising a data display (7) and a data input device (8), connected to the microprocessor (A) of the betting terminal.