CZ299791B6 - Arrangement of self-service wagering terminal system - Google Patents

Abstract

In the present invention, there is disclosed an arrangement of a self-service wagering terminal comprising a wagering terminal microprocessor (A) and a feeding and data security module (B). The feeding and data security module (B) includes an overvoltage protection block (2) interconnected with a voltage supply (1) and a backup voltage supply (3), further a data transmission block (4) interconnected through a communication network (5) with a head office (6) of a wagering company. The invented self-service wagering terminal system further comprises at least one user interface (C) including a data display (7) and a data input device (8) wherein said user interface (C), forming an independent part of the wagering terminal, is interconnected with the wagering terminal microprocessor (A).

Description

Arrangement of self-service betting terminal system

Technical field

The invention relates to an arrangement of a wagering self-service terminal system comprising a computer module and a power module comprising an overvoltage protection block interconnected with a power supply and a back-up power supply and further a data transmission block interconnected via a communication network with the bookmaker head office.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Several ways of making lots and odds betting or running lotteries are known from the practice.

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 to the collection by means of offering boards and notice boards. The bettors usually write their tips here on the paper slip for the purpose of collecting, which he then presents to the operator behind the counter, which according to his written and verbal instructions at his computer workplace creates the appropriate ticket in the database, prints it and handes it to her payment either cash or non-cash via electronic wallet-payment 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, depending on the interests of the bettors, pay attention not only to the placing of bets, but of course also to adding new betting opportunities, updating continuous changes in odds, times, dates of sports opportunities, printing necessary reports. especially when bettors are more interested in betting, almost impossible. In addition, the operator's duties in this method include a number of other operations, 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 staff is provided by the staff of the premises beyond their main job. While these outlets are largely unnecessary expense for the operator's wages, because it is the main job of its other work, 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 shop tobacco and newspapers, while serving customers who have not come here at all to place a bet, which may ultimately discourage a prospective bettor from waiting for his intention. Another 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 thus very limited.

Another method of placing bets is the method of placing bets through typesetting systems that use data networks, in particular lama and satellite networks. to transfer packets of betting data. In patent application no. WO 99/30787 discloses a betting system with improved communication between a host computer and a remote terminal. A computer-based quick-selection betting system uses random number keys to serve as starting numbers in an algorithm that generates pseudo-random numbers. At the dealer terminal, the algorithm is used to create random number combinations for each game in the bet, where the combination of numbers is assigned sequentially and printed along with the sequential serial number on the betting slip. 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 cellulam services.

European patent application EP 1 199 690 A2 describes a method for transferring game data i 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.

PC-A WO 00/67215 describes a multimedia betting system comprising a plurality of betting devices and a delivery system that is connected to a betting device, and a plurality of multimedia betting terminals, a communication network for easy communication between the betting system and he can feel the media and betting terminals. Advantageously, 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 device has an associated one or more racetracks and is connected to a betting system that provides betting information. Multimedia betting terminals are also connected to a betting system that provides information about the chances of each competitor.

The betting system comprises a user interface, betting devices comprising 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 that 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 remote display for displaying betting information. Advantageously, an image 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 that is used to enter data and commands from 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 sc record with the competitor's name, a record of the probability of winning each competitor etc. ROM

5d 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 database contains betting records identifiable in the network terminal addresses.

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 cash dispensing device, an electronic card etching / writing device, a multimedia display location, a user interfaces, prize dispensers, electronic card readers / writers.

The purpose of the invention is to provide a 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.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

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, further coupled to the betting terminal microprocessor, wherein the user interface forms a separate portion of the betting line 20 of the customer's availability line,

The self-service betting terminal system according to the above technical solution represents a significant step forward towards the customer, where this technical device figuratively "jumps over the operator's desk" and is fully available to the bettor. In order to place a bet or other necessary operations25, the bettor (thanks to a meaningfully ordered and user-friendly hardware) is simply “browsing logically-ordered and user-friendly software. This will allow the active compilation of a document, eg a betting slip, including the amount staked, paying the slip (af cash already through the terminal's technical equipment or cashless, eg through an electronic wallet, credit card,

Internet banking) and its issuance in written form, which serves as a proof of, for example, a closed 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 enables the customer to carry out 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. Updated such large bids, eg on bid boards, is not possible in real time. Preferred is. that the customer can get at one collection point

4o compare and select from the offers of competing bookmakers.

With this system arrangement, almost 100% confidentiality is guaranteed in the form of a betting slip and the amount of the stake may not be known to the "person in charge" as well as the form of the placed bet or the amount of winnings collected. In doing so, a betting company may, by introducing betting exclusively with the 15 • loyalty card of that company, 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 guarantees. That there will be no quarry that the date, time, names of opponents, home - guest order and the current odds, as presented in the offer presented, are not consistent with the data on the closed bet slip.

It also guarantees the possibility of almost instantaneous reactions of the bookmaker (and / or possible evaluation software) at the head office of the betting company, who would be informed "on-line" of the development

-3GB 299791 Boo bets across the company. Of course, such complete information can bring betting companies more flexibility and higher returns.

The introduction of the above-described self-service betting terminal system on the betting market 5 and its rapid mass expansion will not only bring greater convenience to bettors, but will also enable a betting company to use a higher market share by allowing expansion uninteresting locations such as small towns and villages. The operating hours of the collection points can be extended by preferentially placing the terminals in the premises with longer or non-stop working hours, which will contribute to optimum utilization, including the possibility of interconnection of all terminals, the possibility of creating different types of jackpots for certain areas and time periods, making betting more attractive,

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

It is also natural that an additional peripheral device module and an operator module that includes a reader are attached to the microprocessor. and / or an electronic card recorder, a data display for the operator, a control device for the operator, a device for printing from the data set of the 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 its user comfort even more, 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 a "supervisor" for his main job at the establishment - eg 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 proverb,” which will increase the motivation of unsuccessful bettors and increase attendance at the shop.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a betting terminal system comprising a betting terminal microprocessor, a power and data security module, and a basic version user interface; Fig. 3 is a diagram of a betting terminal arrangement system comprising a betting terminal microprocessor, a power and data security module, an enhanced version user interface, a peripheral device module, and a module Fig. 4 is a layout diagram 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 5 shows a variant of a betting terminal system with a wireless connection of the user interface CN to. G and FIG. 6 shows a variant of a betting terminal system with wireless connection of the user interface C1 to G ,,,

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

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

The basic configuration of the self-service betting terminal system is shown in Fig. 1 and comprises 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 microprocessor A betting terminal. They are also connected via a backup voltage source 3 to the microprocessor Λ of the betting terminal. Further, the data transfer block 4 is connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal, which is further connected via a communication network 5 to the head office of the betting company. And further to the microprocessor A of the wagering terminal is connected at least one basic user interface CI to C "comprising a data display 7 and a device 8 for zadá15 Data services, the user interfaces _with Cl-C form an independent East wagering terminal.

The layout 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: the betting terminal microprocessor A, the power and data security module B and the user and interface C1 to C ,, interfaces. The power and data security module B comprises a surge protection block 2 connected to the power supply as well as the voltage 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. Furthermore, the data transmission block 4 is connected via the communication network 5 to the head office 6 of the betting company. wherein the data transfer block 4 is coupled to the betting terminal microprocessor A. The interfaces C1-C 'form a separate part mechanically separated from the betting terminal, and in this embodiment comprise a data display 7, a data entry device 8, a reader, and / or an electronic card recorder, a reception device JO, and / or cash and JJ payout. for issuing a document, a device 12 for identifying and holding a ticket and a loudspeaker 15 which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal.

The function of the self-service betting terminal in this embodiment is as follows: The system-wide supply voltage and data for the betting terminal microprocessor A are supplied from the power and data security module B. The supply voltage is supplied 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 7 and to the user interfaces C1 to C "through which the customer performs the required operation, for which the module will issue a written document. For example, setting up the desired bet allows the bettor to display the data display 7 with the data entry device 8, the payment can be made by cashless electronic card through a reader, and / or electronic card writer 9, or cash payment by means of the cash receiving and delivery device 10. The document issuing device JJ will then ensure the issuing of a document which is kept by the bettor based on the payment made.

Betting data grains are recorded by the betting terminal microprocessor A, which then transfers them 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 to the head office 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, but it can be advantageous in case of connection of more user interfaces C1 to CJ in more frequented busbars. Their energy and data demands can be managed by a single module B of power and data security.

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In the event of a power failure, the backup power supply 3 allows safe data storage. completion of document issuance and safe shutdown of all equipment until both power and voltage are restored.

The self-service betting system will allow the customer to self-service through the user interfaces C1 to _CQ , which must in this case be equipped with a device 12 for identifying and retaining the ticket, for the cancellation, rebates and winnings from already issued betting slips. In this case, the customer's voucher is retained against payment of money in the user interfaces id C to C _n . In the event that the bet will be placed only in electronic form, the device 12 for identifying and retaining the voucher document is not necessary.

Another variant of the betting terminal system arrangement, including the betting terminal microprocessor A, the power and data security module B, the user interfaces Cf to C _n in the extended i? the version, the peripheral device module D and the operator module E are shown in FIG. 3. This consists of the three modules mentioned above; betting terminal microprocessor A, power supply and data security module B, which comprises a surge protector block 2 connected to the power supply and voltage and a back-up power supply 3, and a data transfer block 4 connected via the communication network 5 to the betting company headquarters 6 and user interfaces C1 to C, which in this embodiment include a data display 7, a data input device 8, a reader. or an electronic card recorder 9, a cash inlet and / or cash dispenser 10 and a cash dispenser 10. for issuing a document, e.g. a printer, a ticket identification and retention device 12 and a loudspeaker 15, which are connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. Furthermore, two add-on modules; module D of peripheral devices and operator module Ε. In this case, the basic system is extended according to the needs and possibilities of the collection point and needs and possibilities of the betting company by one or the other, or both modules, ie the module D of peripheral devices and the service module Ε. Within module D of peripheral devices, various devices for better and more modern presentation, such as a reader, can be optionally connected to the microprocessor A of the betting terminal. and / or an electronic card recorder 9, a data entry device 8, a large-screen projection device 19, a camera y, a jackpot 18, or a microphone E7 and the like. These can, alone or in any combination, further enhance the level of service offered.

The operator module E includes a data display 7, a reader. and / or an electronic card recorder 9, a data entry device 8, a data report printing device 13, a device 11. for issuing a document, eg a completed financial transaction and a cash register J4.

The operating module E can advantageously serve everywhere there. where it is desirable to operate the equipment "by a supervisor directly from behind the counter. Through the above-mentioned devices of the operator module E, 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, the use and connection of the device 11 for receiving and / or dispensing cash, or the reader, and / or the electronic card writer 9, or the device 12 for identifying and detaining may not be zero in the user interface 0 to Cn. voucher or document issuing device 11, respectively.

Another variant embodiment of the self-service betting terminal system, wherein the user interfaces C1 to C _L1 comprise computers G1 to G 'with a microprocessor 11F, is shown in Fig. 4a. In this variant, the user interfaces C1-C1 are formed by computers G1-G ', 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 microprocessor A bet-6C7. 299791 B6 is also coupled to the power and data security module B, which includes a surge protector block 2 coupled to both power supply and voltage, a backup power supply 3, which are coupled 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 expanded by one or the other or both modules, i.e. module D of peripheral devices and operator module E, as described above, depending on the needs and possibilities of the betting company and the collection point. .

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A variant embodiment of the wagering terminal system with the wireless user interface C] to C, is shown by FIG. 5. In this variant, the user interface CI to C 'are formed by computer Gl and G _n, each of which contains a microprocessor F, the display data 7, and the data input device 8, the transmitter / receiver 20 and the user interface voltage source 24, which are also coupled to the microprocessor F, which in turn is connected via the transmitter / receiver 20 to the data transmitter / receiver 22 of the betting terminal microprocessor. 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 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.

Another variant of a betting terminal system with a wireless connection of the user interface C1 to C 'is shown in Fig. 6. In this variant, the user interface C4 to _Cn comprises a data display 7 and a data entry device 8 connected to a transmitter / receiver 20, and a user interface voltage source C1 to C1, which is connected both to the data display 7, to the data input device 8, and to the transmitter / receiver 20 of the user interface data C. The user interfaces C1 to Cn are wirelessly connected via a transmitter / receiver 20 with 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 both the source and the voltage, a backup voltage source 3, which are connected to the betting terminal microprocessor A. 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 by one or the other, or both additional modules, 1j, module D of peripheral devices and operator module E described above.

Industrial utility

The layout of the betting terminal system can be used wherever any existing shop and service shop and the interest of betting clients reach at least the minimum sales needed for the system to be profitable.This equipment, due to its conceptual and technical solution, is able to offer other (compared to above-standard 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 with continually updated changes, complete overviews of sports results or drawn numbers for a certain period of time, possibilities selection of results and statistics of specific players or teams, continuous and overall results of individual organized competitions, demonstrations of interesting winnings and winnings, interesting facts from the world of betting and sports, overview of new information for bettors, advertising sites or spots, and other presentation options).

Claims (4)

PATENT CLAIMS An arrangement of a self-service betting terminal system comprising a betting terminal microprocessor (A) and a power and data security module (B) comprising a block ( 2) overvoltage protections connected to power supply (1) and back-up power supply (1) 3) voltage and further a data transmission block (4) interconnected via a communication network (5) with a bookmaker's head office (6), characterized by 3. that at least one user interface (C) comprising a data display (7) and a data input device (8) is connected to a microprocessor (A) of a self-service betting terminal. wherein the user interface (C) forms a separate part of the self-service betting terminal. 2. A self-service betting terminal system arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that: that the user interface (C) further comprises an electronic card reader and / or writer (9), a cash receiving and / or dispensing device (10) and a document issuing device (II) that are connected to the betting microprocessor (A) terminal. A self-service betting terminal system arrangement according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a peripheral device module (D) and an operator module (E) comprising a reader are connected to the betting terminal microprocessor (A) and / or electronic card recorder (9), data display (7), data entry device (8), data report printing device (13) and document issuing device (11), The self-service betting terminal system of claim 1, wherein the user interface (C) comprises a computer (G) with a microprocessor (E) further comprising a data display (7) and a device (8) for data input, wherein it is connected to the microprocessor (A) of the betting terminal.