EA004753B1 - Game system - Google Patents

Abstract

1. A game system, comprising a computer device for game software, a sensor monitor for a dealer adapted to display and change a game situation, at least one gaming table having at least one game field provided with sensor elements and at least one seat for a player provided with a monitor, wherein the sensor elements of the gaming field adapted to identify game tokens and/or cards on the gaming table, a player's monitor adapted to display game situation and the dealer's sensor monitor are integrated with the computer device adapted to change information. 2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the system is integrated into a common program complex of casino management for the casino manager to receive information of the game system together with information concerning other casino game programs. 3. The system according to claim 1or 2, wherein for providing ease of assembly/disassembly of the game system components and preserving aesthetic attraction of the gaming table the game system is compact and installed beneath the gaming table. 4. The system according to any one of claims 1-3, wherein the dealer's sensor monitor adapted to display an additional information, in particular, information of current state of the gaming table sensor elements, information of bets to each sensor element. 5. The system according to any one of claims 1-4, wherein the dealer's sensor monitor adapted to control the game software of the computer device without attaching a keyboard and a mouse. 6. The system according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein the sensor elements are able to distinguish a game token and/or a card from other subjects. 7. The system according to any one of claims 1-6, wherein the sensor elements of the gaming table are adapted to distinguish the token and/or value. 8. The system according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein in the process of a game tokens and/or cards remain above the sensor elements of the gaming table thus increasing game visualness and player's interest. 9. The system according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein the dealer's sensor monitor adapted to realize additional functions (in particular, a waiter the pit boss call). 10. The system according to any one of claims 1-9, wherein the player's monitor is adapted to display advertisement graphic information of any color, in particular, with capacity of color palette of displayed image 32 bit, or other graphic information. 11. The system according to any one of claims 1-10, wherein the gaming table sensor elements comprise a numeric display, which displays the value of game token and/or card, wherein the sensor elements are adapted to constant or interrupted luminescence, the luminescence color and (or) rhythm of interrupted luminescence change depending upon a game situation. 12. The system according to any one of claims 1-11, wherein the sensor elements are provided with special connectors to simplify change of sensor elements in case of necessity repair, maintenance etc). 13. The system according to any one of claims 1-12, wherein the gaming table sensor elements are tight to prevent any moisture and soiling.

Description

The invention relates to automated gaming systems.

The level of technology

Known gaming systems containing a gaming table, at least one playing place, random selection means, indicator means (see, for example, KI 2142309 C1, class A 63 E 1/18, 10.12.1999).

The disadvantages of the known system are the complexity of calculations and actions for the game, personnel control, the lack of a dynamic display of changes in the current amount, the accrual of winnings.

Summary of Invention

The objective of the invention is to expand the functionality.

The technical result is the realization of the possibility of keeping records of casino profits from 1 ск скο;

keeping a history of payout winnings

1ask Ροΐ;

simplification of various calculations and actions for 1ASK Ροΐ (acceptance of bets, payment of winnings, etc.) for casino employees leading a game in which bets on 1Аск Ροΐ are accepted;

control over the personnel leading the game, in which bets are accepted for 1ask οΐ;

dynamic display of changes in the amount of the current Jack Pot on a special monitor for players;

Dynamic accrual of winnings for certain combinations depending on the amount of the bet and display information about the current winnings for all combinations on a special monitor for players;

receiving statistical and analytical reports on Jack Pot (payouts of winnings for a certain period, frequency of loss of winning combinations, etc.).

The technical result is achieved in that the gaming system contains a computer device for the game software, a touch monitor for the croupier, configured to display and change the game situation, at least one game table having at least one game field equipped with sensory elements, and at least one place for the player, equipped with a monitor, with the sensory elements of the playing field, made with the possibility of recognizing the game tokens and / or ka placed on the playing field t, player monitor configured to display the game situation, and for the dealer touch screen monitor connected to the computer device capable of communicating information.

In addition, the technical result can be achieved by the fact that the automated progressive game system “Jack-Pot” contains a computer device for the game software, a touch monitor for the croupiers, capable of displaying and changing the game situation, at least one game table, having at least one playing field, equipped with sensory elements, which are special devices mounted on the gaming table for accepting bets from the player in order to increase it winnings, and at least one place for a player equipped with a monitor made in the form of a display, in particular, a liquid crystal, used to display information about the game progress and combinations of payments in real time, with the sensory elements of the playing field made with the ability to recognize game tokens and / or cards placed on the playing field, a player monitor configured to display the game situation, and a touch monitor for the croupier are connected to a computer device capable of reading on the information's system is integrated into the overall program casino complex service that allows casino manager to obtain information about the gaming system, along with information on all other casino game programs;

in order to ensure ease of assembly / disassembly of the components of the gaming system on a regular gaming table and to preserve the aesthetic appeal of the look of the gaming table, the gaming system is compact and installed under the gaming table;

the touch monitor for the croupier is arranged to display additional information (in particular, information about the current state of the sensory elements of the game table, information about bets on each sensory element);

the touch monitor for the croupier is designed to control the computer device of the game software without connecting a keyboard and a mouse-type manipulator;

sensory elements of the playing field have the ability to distinguish a game token and / or card from other items;

sensory elements of the playing field have the ability to distinguish the denomination (advantage) of the game token and / or card;

in order to increase the visibility of the game and the interest of the players, game tokens and / or cards during the game remain on top of the sensor element of the game table;

In the sensory elements of the playing field there are no mechanical parts, thus achieving high reliability of the sensory elements.

In addition, the touch monitor for the croupier is designed to implement additional functions (in particular, the functions of calling the waiter, pit boss). The player's monitor is designed to output advertising graphic information of any color (in particular, with a bit depth of the color palette of the displayed image 32 bits) or other graphic information. The touch elements of the playing field are equipped with a digital scoreboard, which displays the denomination (merit) of the game token and / or card. The sensor elements of the playing field are made with the possibility of permanent or intermittent luminescence, and the color of the luminescence and (or) the rhythm of the intermittent luminescence of the sensor element of the game table changes depending on the game situation. The sensor elements of the playing field are equipped with special connectors that provide for easy replacement of the sensor elements if necessary (for repair, maintenance, etc.). The sensor elements of the playing field are made of optical.

In order to prevent moisture and pollution from getting inside the sensor elements, the sensor elements of the playing field are airtight. The game system is different anti-vandal performance.

Brief Description of the Drawings

FIG. 1 shows the scheme of the gaming system.

FIG. 2 shows the appearance of the device.

FIG. 3 - several sensor elements combined in a group.

The best embodiment of the invention

1ask Ro! - This is a betting system with a cumulative fund for a card game or roulette.

The 1ask Ro1'a bet is the sum of the game values put up at the stake and giving the player a look at winning in the extra game.

A bet wins if a certain combination of hands falls out of players. The game combinations for which the payout is made are different for different games. The amount of winnings depends on the size of the bet, which the player has made, and the playing combination. The purpose of the denominations of chips that can be set as a bet 1ask Ro1. and the percentage of payment of the total amount of 1ask Ro! 'and at the rates, is carried out by the casino manager. Maximum payout at 1asc Ro! corresponds to the combination of the game, the probability of loss of which is minimal. The amount of winnings for the remaining combinations is considered in a certain proportion of the maximum payout. In the event of a win, the player may be issued a special receipt for receiving a win at the box office. This check is signed by the inspector, dealer, cashier and manager. The payout of the winnings is most often carried out by chips, but payment options in cash or material values are possible.

Automated system 1ask Ro! for one workplace consists of a computer device with software (game controller), fixed under the game table;

touch monitor with magnetic card reader connected to the game controller;

sensors installed on the game table and connected to the game controller. The game sensors of an additional game are special devices that react to the presence of gaming chips on them; they can be lit in different colors in different modes depending on the current state of the game;

computer that performs the role of monitor manager. The presence of a computer - monitor manager in an automated system is not necessary and in the minimal case (when the system is placed on one table and there is no server), the players monitor is connected to the game controller;

a monitor connected to the monitor computer manager, server or game controller (in the absence of a server and a computer - monitor manager);

server, on which is located the integrated database of the casino management system and the business level. A monitor computer is connected to the server. The presence of a server in an automated system is not necessary even in the absence of a server, its role is played by the game controller, to which in this case the computer is connected to the monitor dispatcher or the players monitor directly;

a printer for printing daily game reports. The presence of a printer in an automated system is not required.

The computer device for the progressive jackpot computer game inspector’s site is designed to operate progressive jackpot as part of the game system in order to automate the dealership’s workplace and the casino inspector (hereinafter referred to as the Computer Device).

Installation of the “Inspector’s Place” software is supposed to be installed on a computer device. .

The computer device will be assembled from the following components: motherboard, processor, hard drive, BRAM memory, power supply, video card, sound card, network card, speakers, coolers, power wires and data buses, devices for working with sensors, power supply for of this device, at least 3 SOM ports (for Toe118gsss. for Sagbyaeabeg, for sensors), I8V port.

A compact case with a power on / off button developed for the Computer Device has been developed.

The case fastens to a game table and easily moves forward if necessary.

Computer device settings.

Safety in operation.

High performance.

High reliability.

Security from unauthorized access.

Cost no more than 230 US dollars.

Ensuring reliable storage of information.

Protection against unauthorized access to information.

Communication of the Computer device with other devices:

Computer gaming devices are connected to the computer device, reacting to the presence of chips and recognizing the value of the chips. These sensors have a board displaying the numbers corresponding to the sum of the chips standing on them, which changes or sets a new state by a signal from a computer;

“Toejoepep” and “SagbIeabeg” are connected to the Computer Device.

Appearance is consistent with the customer.

The touch element of the playing field is designed for use in the complex of automated progressive gaming system "Jack Pot".

The main parameters of the touch element.

Energy consumption is not more than 50 W per sensor.

The device does not make noise, is protected from moisture, does not lose performance when shocks and shaking.

The device does not damage the health of the surrounding buildings and objects.

The device has dimensions within: height restriction: no more than 70 mm; width restriction: no more than 80 mm;

The device should have the following form:

cylinder height <70 mm and diameter <80 mm.

Location method: the device is mounted in the game table.

Several sensor elements are grouped together to transfer information using a single protocol. Allowed to combine up to 10 sensors in 1 group.

The distance between the sensor elements (Devices) in the group of sensor elements (Devices) is at least 100 mm.

The distance from the touch element to the computer of the game software is not more than 1.5 m.

The device responds to the presence of chips on it. The device recognizes the number of chips standing on the sensors (no more than 10 chips).

The device communicates with the computer through a special protocol, the format of which is additionally coordinated.

The device has light sources that change state when a signal is received from a computer.

Possible states of the touch element: gray; no blinking color — the sensor is turned off;

flashing green color - an invitation to bet, means that the sensor is ready to receive chips and reacts to the presence of chips on it by changing color to a non-blinking red (the signal about the rate is transmitted to the computer);

red constant color - means the presence of chips on this sensor (the signal to remove the chips is transmitted to the computer);

alternating red / green - means winning at this position (the signal to remove chips is transferred to the computer);

The blinking of several sensory elements in a group occurs in 3 modes; synchronous blinking;

alternate blinking (“running light”);

asynchronous flashing.

The blink modes for a group of sensors are set when a certain signal is received from a computer.

The flashing period for the “synchronous”, “asynchronous” and “running light” mode can vary from 0.5 to 2 s.

The device shines brightly. The brightness of the touch device is further coordinated.

The device has a special display that displays any three-digit numbers, including semicolons (3 characters + commas are displayed).

The device has a unique GO, and also has the ability to seal it.

The device is easily changed in case of failure. The device replacement time should not exceed 15-20 minutes.

The processing time of the signal from the computer should not exceed 200 ms.

Parameters of game tokens used in conjunction with the Device.

The approximate diameter of the game token is 40 mm.

Restriction on the appearance of tokens Tokens may or may not be provided for rework by the client installing the system;

during alteration, the appearance of the token should not be changed.

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For the player, the automated system of Chaek Ro! - these are luminous or flashing sensors, on which he can put gaming chips before the start of the game and a monitor that shows the change in the current amount of Ross Gulls and lists winning combinations with win amounts opposite each position.

Before the start of the game, the sensors are lit in green - this is an invitation to make bets.

If the client decides to bet on Seagull Ro !, he must place a chip on the sensor before starting the game. The sensor will change color to red and the bet size will be displayed on the small sensor board - this means that the chip can win if the player has one of the winning combinations listed on the monitor for the players. Remove the chip from the red sensor after the dealer announces the end of receiving bets, the player does not have the right and if this happens, the automated system will notify the dealer with a sound signal, the sensor will not go out and the size of the bet will remain on the small scoreboard.

In case of winning combinations in the game process listed on the scoreboard for players, the croupier presses a button on the touch monitor corresponding to the sensor position on the gaming table on which the winning bet was made. After that, the sensor on the playing field and its image on the touch monitor of the croupier begin to flash, and the signal will sound until it has paid the player the amount of the winnings. After this, the sensor turns green and is again ready to accept new rates.

If no winning combination of players listed on the monitor falls out, the dealer takes the chip from the sensor. Then, after paying the winnings and collecting the losing bets, the dealer presses the “Finish the game” button and all sensors turn green again and are ready to accept new bets.

Automated System Claim Ro! gives players an extra chance of winning at an additional gaming rate.

If the player in addition to the main game makes a bet on the suit Ro! and he receives a certain combination of game cards, which is or is not a winning combination in the main game, but is a winning combination for Suit Po!, then he wins a part of the total sum Suit Ro !.

The amount of the prize fund Suit Ro! increases due to additional stakes of players after the game in relation to the main game.

The appeal of Ro's Lawsuit! consists in the fact that the player is an additional chance of winning, regardless of his qualifications.

For example, if a player has cards in hand, with which he cannot win the main game, then Suit Ro! gives him a chance to get a prize when drawing a lucky card or by winning combinations of Suit Ro! 'a.

As practice shows, players show great interest in the additional game of Suit Ro!, If they get a chance to win regardless of the results in the main game.

Get winnings on the suit of Su! can players who have made bets on sensors, and who in the process of the game has one of the winning combinations listed on the monitor for players;

players who made bets on sensors, and who had a “lucky card” during the game, randomly selected by the game controller and displayed on the monitor for players;

one or more players who put on the Suit Ro! may be randomly selected by the game controller as winners;

one or several players who placed their bets on sensors, but did not win on the winning combinations on the monitor for the players, randomly selected by the game controller;

one of the players who made bets on sensors, and the running light stopped in front of the position (“Liska Rausg” game);

one or more players who did or did not bet on the suit of Ro! These players are randomly selected by the game controller. The player who did not bet on the Suit Rho!, Is paid a smaller amount of winnings;

any arbitrarily chosen player by the game controller, in the event that he bet on the suit Ro !. This is an additional incentive for players to bet on Suit Ro! and reminds all players that they may miss their chance if they do not participate in the extra game.

Winning in an additional game can be paid with money, game values (chips, tokens, etc.) or issued as a credit for this game position. In this case, the player’s credit amount will be displayed on the sensor board. The value of Claim Ro! 'S bet will be deducted from this credit for each game.

One player in the process of holding one of the main game can win several times in an extra game. For example, he can get one of the winning combinations, Suit Ro! 'A and the winnings of “Bisca P1au” and besides that he can win the main game.

In accordance with the tasks of automating an additional bonus game, the components of the automated system Claim Ro! provide a dynamic display of the amount of the current 1ask Ro! 'a on the monitor for players;

displaying fixed payouts with current winnings for prize combinations of cards or one card for an additional game on the monitor for players;

displaying interest payments with current winnings for prize combinations of cards or one card for an additional game on the monitor for players;

displaying the total amount of the prize fund 1ask Ro! on this game on the monitor for players;

displaying the total amount of the prize fund 1ask Ro! on all games of the entertainment complex on the monitor for the players;

means for generating a random winning combination or “lucky card” for the game and displaying this combination or card on the monitor for the players;

a means of generating a random selection of a player or group of players - candidates for victory in the additional game and displaying this choice by highlighting the sensor on the playing position with sound and the sum of the gain on the sensor board;

indication of the presence and absence of chips on the sensor with the display of chip value on the sensor panel and the sensor backlight;

sound accompaniment of the winning rate on the sensor;

the possibility of playing "biscuit r1au". At the same time, the group of sensors on which the rally takes place work in the running light mode, which stops opposite to the position of the winner;

the dealer conducts an additional game, displaying sensor positions on the table in front of him with the ability to control the players' actions, highlight certain stages of the game (start the game, finish accepting bets, choose a winner, pay winnings) and information on current amounts of prize funds and winning combinations;

identification of casino employees allowed to play an additional game with a magnetic card or password;

identification of a casino visitor by magnetic card with the possibility of withdrawing the amount of money from his virtual casino account. Opening a new virtual account of a casino visitor or replenishing a virtual account is made from the cash program. The dealer, using a magnetic card of the visitor, can write off money as a loan for an additional game;

output of static and analytical reports on additional casino games in the form of a report for viewing or on a printer;

the withdrawal of checks to pay for the client's clients; centralized control of sensors, player monitors and touch monitors from the gaming processor;

storage in the database of the payment history of the additional game, the current amounts of the prize funds;

ensuring the distribution of deductions from profits 1aksk Ro! between funds (gambling, prize and casino owners);

the ability of the dealer to play an additional game simultaneously on two tables;

the implementation of the opening, closing the table; shutdown of failed sensors;

protection from viewing customers; the possibility of increasing the lucky combinations;

the possibility of flexible adjustment of various parameters of the additional game (the amount of the winning amount, for the payment of which you need to call the manager, which game bets are possible in this game, etc.);

protection of the automated system against unauthorized access and "anti-vandal" protection;

the possibility of integrating the database and software of the automated system with other casino management systems into a single complex.

When a player puts a chip on the sensor, the signal from the sensor enters the game controller, fixed under the table. The software of the controller analyzes the signal received from the sensors and, depending on the current game moment, appropriately highlights the sensor and the sensor board on the game table and the image of the sensor, and the image of the sensor board in the program with which the dealer is currently working. At this time, the black box software notifies the server about the change in the current amount of 1asc Ro! 'A. After that, the server notifies the Monitor Dispatcher computer and the remaining game controllers of the additional game about the change in the prize pool and the updated score is shown on the game board as 1asc Ro! ”And for this game, the updated amount of 1asc Ro!” And throughout the casino and the updated interest payments winning combinations.

The advantages of the automated system are the ability to flexibly change the system configuration at the request of the casino. In the minimal (cheap) version, the automated system consists of a game controller, a touch monitor, a monitor for players and sensors. In the standard version, the automated system, in addition to the components mentioned above, consists of a computer - a monitor manager and a server;

the presence of a touch monitor, which displays all the necessary information for that;

playing the game (as opposed to the keyboard in Canadian Las Ro! 'e);

the presence of a monitor for players, which in real-time mode displays the amount of the prize fund 1ask Ro1 for the current game and for all casino games, the current payout amount for fixed and percentage winning combinations;

compactness of the automated system on the gaming table. The game controller is located under the table and due to its compact size does not spoil the appearance of the table;

ease of installation and removal of the components of the automated system on a regular gaming table. If the casino wishes to unmount the system from the table, it is not difficult and the table can be used for ordinary games in the future;

sensor design and functionality;

In an automated system, chips do not fall into a special hole, but are placed on top of the sensor. This increases the interest of the players;

the possibility of assigning arbitrary winning combinations “To Luck” in the game (lucky player, lucky card, happy hour, etc.);

implementation of service support system.

Industrial Applicability

The system is used for casino gaming tables.

Claims (14)

CLAIM 1. A game system comprising a computer device for game software, a touch monitor for a croupier, configured to display and change a game situation, at least one game table having at least one game field equipped with sensor elements, and at least one place for the player equipped with a monitor, with the sensory elements of the playing field made with the possibility of recognizing the game tokens and / or cards placed on the playing field, the player’s monitor made possible by displaying the game situation, and the touch monitor for the croupier is connected to a computer device with the ability to exchange information. 2. The system of claim 1, in which it is integrated into the general casino service software package, to enable the casino manager to receive information about the gaming system along with information on all other casino gaming programs. 3. The system according to claim 1 or 2, in which in order to ensure ease of assembly / disassembly of the components of the gaming system on a conventional gaming table and to preserve the aesthetic appeal of the appearance of the gaming table, the gaming system is made compact and is installed under the gaming table. 4. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, in which the touch monitor for the croupier is adapted to display additional information, in particular, information on the current state of the touch elements of the game table, information about bets on each touch element. 5. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, in which the touch monitor for the croupier is adapted to control the computer device of the game software without connecting a keyboard and a mouse-type manipulator. 6. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, in which the sensory elements of the playing field have the ability to distinguish a game token and / or card from other items. 7. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, in which the sensory elements of the playing field have the ability to distinguish the denomination (advantage) of the game token and / or card. 8. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, in which in order to increase the visibility of the game and the interest of the players, the game tokens and / or cards during the game remain on top of the sensory element of the game table. 9. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 8, in which the touch monitor for the croupier is configured to implement additional functions (in particular, the functions of calling the waiter, pit boss). 10. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, in which the player monitor is configured to output advertising graphic information of any color, in particular, with a bit depth of the color palette of the displayed image of 32 bits, or other graphic information. 11. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, in which the sensory elements of the playing field are provided with a digital scoreboard, on which the face value (dignity) of the game token and / or card is displayed, while the sensory elements of the playing field are made with the possibility of a constant or intermittent glow moreover, the color of the glow and / or the rhythm of the discontinuous glow of the touch element of the game table changes depending on the game situation. 12. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 11, in which the sensory elements of the playing field are equipped with special connectors that provide ease of replacing the sensory elements in case of need (for repair, prevention, etc.). 13. The system according to any one of claims 1 to 12, in which the sensor elements of the playing field are made of optical. 14. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 13, in which, in order to prevent moisture and contaminants from getting inside the sensor elements, the sensor elements of the playing field are sealed.