JP2004194963A - Decorative device in game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a decorative device in a game machine that retains a quality while reducing manufacturing cost. <P>SOLUTION: The decorative device in a game machine that is arranged in a game board has a light source 4, a decorative cover member 6 formed of a light transmitting resin material and covering the light source 4, a light scattering member 7 separate from the decorative cover member 6, formed of a light transmitting resin material, and interposed between the decorative cover member 6 and the light source 4, and in which a light scattering section 72 scattering light of the light source 4 is formed. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO&NCIPI

Description

[0001]
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a decoration device for a gaming machine arranged on a game board.
[0002]
[Prior art]
For example, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, a display device capable of variably displaying identification information composed of a plurality of rows (for example, three rows) of symbols arranged at the center of the gaming board is provided, and based on a predetermined probability. In the case where each piece of identification information displayed on the display device has a predetermined display mode (for example, “1, 1, 1”) as a special prize symbol, a variety of types such as those that cause a special prize state are generated. Exists.
[0003]
In such a gaming machine, in addition to the display device, a decoration device having a built-in lamp or LED in the decoration cover is arranged on the game board surface, and the lamp or LED is turned on or blinked, so that the decoration cover has an inner surface. There is one in which a light diffusion effect is enhanced by a light diffusion portion formed by diamond cutting. (For example, see Patent Documents 1 and 2)
[0004]
[Patent Document 1]
JP 2001-95987 [Patent Document 2]
Japanese Utility Model Application Laid-Open No. Sho 62-170079 [0005]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the related arts described in Patent Documents 1 and 2, since the flat decorative cover is subjected to diamond cutting, the diamond cutting can be performed relatively easily. Since the cover has a flat shape, the design of the entire decoration device is monotonous and has little change, so that the decoration effect cannot be sufficiently exhibited.
[0006]
In order to enhance the decorative effect, it is conceivable to make the surface of the decorative cover curved so that the design of the decorative device is rich in change. However, applying diamond cutting to a curved decorative cover requires very high technology in terms of the configuration of a mold, and also increases the processing cost.
[0007]
That is, as shown in FIG. 7, when the light diffusing portion (B) is applied to the curved decorative cover (A) by diamond cutting, the pitches (a), (b), and (c) of the diamond cutting differ. (The relationship between the pitches is (a) <(b) <(c)), and it is difficult to keep the shape of each diamond cut uniform, and it is not possible to obtain an ideal light diffusing effect. The quality of the machine will be degraded.
[0008]
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made to solve the above-described conventional problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a decoration device for a gaming machine which is excellent in quality while suppressing manufacturing costs.
[0009]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
According to the present invention, the above-mentioned problem is solved as follows.
(1) In a decoration device for a gaming machine disposed on a game board, a decoration cover member formed of a light source and a light-transmitting resin material and covering the light source is provided separately from the decoration cover member. A light diffusing member formed of a light transmissive resin material, interposed between the decorative cover member and the light source, and having a light diffusing portion for diffusing light from the light source.
[0010]
(2) In the above item (1), the surface of the decorative cover member has a curved shape.
[0011]
(3) In the above item (1), the surface of the decorative cover member has a multifaceted shape.
[0012]
(4) In any one of the above items (1) to (3), the light diffusion member is formed in a flat plate shape, and the light diffusion portion is formed by diamond cutting.
[0013]
(5) In any one of the above items (1) to (4), the light source is lit in a different lighting manner according to a game situation.
BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a front view of a game board (10) provided with a decoration device (1) constituting a part of a game machine according to one embodiment of the present invention.
[0014]
The game board (10) includes a circular game area (13) surrounded by an outer guide rail (11) and an inner guide rail (12), and is fired from a firing device (not shown) by a player's operation. The game ball is rolled in the game area (13), whereby a game is played.
[0015]
In the game area (13), a large number of game nails are arranged, and the game balls roll downward while contacting the game nails. However, the game nails are omitted for simplification of the drawing. is there.
[0016]
At the center of the game area (13), a special symbol display device (display device) (14) made of liquid crystal is arranged. The special symbol display device (14) is capable of displaying ten types of special symbols (identification information) in three columns of left, middle, and right composed of numbers "0" to "9" for an appropriate character. It is configured.
[0017]
Based on a predetermined probability, a special prize state is generated when each of the finally displayed special symbols has the same number as in a predetermined display mode, for example, “4, 4, 4”. The variable winning device (16) is changed to a state that is advantageous to the player, and a predetermined game value is given to the player.
[0018]
When each special symbol fixedly displayed on the special symbol display device (14) is displayed as an odd number such as “7, 7, 7”, the probability that a special prize state will be generated is further determined. Until a predetermined number of times (for example, once) occur.
[0019]
If each special symbol confirmed and displayed on the special symbol display device (14) is displayed again as an odd number such as "3, 3, 3" during the probability increasing period of the special prize state, the probability increasing period is further increased. Is extended.
[0020]
Below the special symbol display device (14), a special symbol starting port (15) is arranged. When the game ball wins the special symbol starting port (15), it is determined based on a predetermined probability whether or not to generate a special prize state, and based on the result of the determination, the special symbol of the special symbol display device (14) is displayed. After that, a predetermined symbol is fixedly displayed.
[0021]
On both left and right sides of the game area (13), a decoration device (1) formed in a bow shape is arranged along the inside of the arc-shaped inner guide rail (12).
[0022]
Below the game area (13), a variable winning device (16) is arranged. The variable winning device (16) has a large winning opening (17) in which a wide door is opened to the front side during the special prize state and a game ball can be awarded.
[0023]
A state in which the game ball can be won in a state in which the door of the special winning opening (17) is open or in a state in which the door is repeatedly opened and closed is referred to as a first state advantageous to the player. A state other than the first state, that is, a state in which the game ball cannot be won due to a state in which the door of the special winning opening (17) is closed is referred to as a second state disadvantageous to the player.
[0024]
In the game area (13), a windmill with a lamp (18) for changing the rolling direction of the game ball together with the game nail, an out port (19) for sending the game ball to the back of the game board (10), etc. are arranged. ing. It should be noted that launching devices and prize ball discharging devices not shown are omitted here for simplification of the embodiment.
[0025]
2 is a front view of the decoration device (1), FIG. 3 is a side view of the decoration device (1), FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the decoration device (1), and FIG. FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of a portion indicated by an arrow VI in FIG. 5. Since the left and right decoration devices (1) are symmetrical and have the same function and performance, only the left decoration device (1) will be described here, and the right decoration device (1) will be omitted. .
[0026]
The decoration device (1) is assembled to a mounting base member (2) fixed to a game board (10), a light source board (3) fixed to the mounting base member (2), and a light source board (3). A plurality of light sources (4), a decorative cover member (5) fixed to the mounting base member (2) so as to cover the front of the light source (4), and a portion of the outer peripheral surface of the decorative cover member (5) A decorative frame member (6) and a light diffusing member (7) formed separately from the decorative cover member (5) and provided between the light source (4) and the decorative cover member (6). I have.
[0027]
The mounting base member (2) is connected to the game board (10) by inserting screws (not shown) into the mounting holes (8) (8) provided at the upper and lower two places and fastening them to the game board (1). The game board (10) is fixed to be substantially coplanar.
[0028]
The mounting base member (2) is provided with a lamp housing (21) for housing a plurality of light sources (4). Protrusions (22) and (22) projecting forward, that is, toward the light diffusing member (7) are provided above and below the lamp housing portion (21) of the mounting base member (2). Upper and lower mounting holes (23) are formed in the vicinity of each projection (22).
[0029]
The light source (4) is formed of a plurality (five) of LEDs, and is configured to perform a lighting mode according to a game situation by a control signal from a control device (not shown). For example, the probability that the first state which is advantageous to the player, the second state which is disadvantageous to the player, or the symbol is fluctuated by the special symbol display device (14) is further improved. In the state of being turned on, the display is lit in a predetermined lighting mode according to each state. Each lighting mode performs lighting display in a different mode, and thereby, the player can easily grasp the current game situation and improve convenience.
[0030]
The light source board (3) on which the light source (4) is assembled is connected to a control device (not shown) by wiring, and a control signal from the control device is input through the wiring to turn on the light source (4) in a predetermined lighting mode. To light up. The light source board (3) is fixed to the mounting base member (2), but may be fixed directly to the game board (10) instead. Further, the light source (3) may be directly assembled to the game board (10) without using the game board (10).
[0031]
The decorative cover member (5) is formed of a light-transmitting synthetic resin material, and covers the light source (4) and the light diffusion member (7) provided inside, and also transmits the light diffusion member (7). The light of (4) is made visible to the player.
[0032]
As shown in FIG. 5, mainly, the shape of the decorative cover member (5) has a curved cross section (semi-cylindrical shape). The decorative cover member (5) is mounted on the mounting base member (2) with screws (not shown) with the mounting holes (51) drilled vertically aligned with the mounting holes (23) of the mounting base member (2). Fixed to It should be noted that the decorative cover member (5) in this embodiment is not subjected to any processing having a light diffusion effect.
[0033]
The decorative frame member (6) is formed of a synthetic resin material and has a surface mirror-finished with silver, and mainly surrounds a part of the outer peripheral surface of the decorative cover member (5), and a rolling game ball is provided. This is for preventing the decorative cover member (5) from being damaged by coming into contact with the decorative cover member (5) and improving the design.
[0034]
Although not shown, a concave portion is provided on the back side of the decorative frame member (6) so that the decorative cover member (5) can be fitted and assembled. The decorative frame member (6) is not always necessary, and the decorative device (1) may be configured without providing the decorative frame member (6).
[0035]
The light diffusing member (7) is formed of a light-transmitting synthetic resin material in a flat plate shape, and is interposed between the light source (4) and the decorative cover member (6) to provide a light source (4). Is transmitted, and the player can see the light through the decorative cover member (5).
[0036]
As shown in FIG. 6, the light diffusing member (7) has an uneven light diffusing portion (72) formed by a diamond cut process in which a large number of pyramid-shaped convex portions are formed on an inner surface facing the light source (3). The light diffusing portion (72) diffuses the light emitted from the light source (3) in various directions so that the decoration effect is improved.
[0037]
The light diffusing member (7) is formed by fitting two insertion holes (71) provided on the upper and lower portions to the projections (22) of the mounting base member (2). ) Is fixed. The light diffusing portion (72) of the light diffusing member (7) is not limited to a diamond cut shape, but may be any shape having a light diffusing effect.
[0038]
As described above, the decoration device (1) includes the light source (4) attached to the game board (10) and the decoration cover member (5) formed of a light-transmitting resin material and covering the light source (4). A light-transmitting resin material that is separate from the decorative cover member (5), and is interposed between the decorative cover member (5) and the light source (4); A light diffusing member (7) having a light diffusing portion (72) having an uneven shape for diffusing light.
[0039]
As described above, in the present embodiment, the light diffusing member (7) is provided independently of the mounting base member (2), the decorative cover member (5), and the decorative frame member (6). 7) can be used in different gaming machines. That is, as long as the decoration devices (1) of different designs have the same size, they can be shared and the manufacturing cost can be reduced. The configuration of the decoration device (1) is not limited to the above-described configuration, but may be a configuration in which each member is fixed by fitting between the members without using a screw.
[0040]
By forming the light diffusing member (7) separately from the decorative cover member (5) and in a flat plate shape, the shape of each diamond cut can be changed as in the case of performing a diamond cut process on a curved member. Since there is no need to maintain uniformity, not to be able to expect the ideal light diffusion effect, or to require extremely advanced processing, it is possible to easily obtain the ideal light diffusion effect. In addition, the quality can be improved, and the processing cost can be reduced.
[0041]
Further, since the light diffusing member (7) is covered with the decorative cover member (5), damage or deformation of the light diffusing member (7) due to contact of the game ball is prevented, and an ideal light diffusing action is achieved. Can be obtained over a long period of time.
[0042]
In addition, the decorative cover member (5) and the light diffusing member (7) are independently assembled to the mounting base member (2), and the light diffusing member (7) is screwed to the mounting base member (2). Since each member is fixed only by fitting, the attachment and detachment of each member is easy, and the decoration device (1) without the light diffusion member (7) can be easily formed.
[0043]
As described above, one embodiment of the present invention has been described. However, various modifications and changes can be made to the above embodiment without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
For example, the decoration device (1) may be arranged at the center or the lower part of the game area (13), the decoration cover member (5) may be provided with irregularities, or the light source (3) may be positioned at the rear. To make the shape of a polyhedron that is cut off diagonally from top to bottom or left and right, to change the light source (3) to a lamp or EL, etc., to win a game ball in the decoration device (1) And arranging the light source (3) so as to be inclined toward the center of the game board (10).
[0044]
Also, when the symbols in a plurality of rows are in a predetermined display mode, the gaming machine has been described as opening the special winning opening (17), but the present invention provides a specific display result in which the symbols are predetermined. As a result, when a predetermined winning opening is opened (a game state advantageous to the player) and a game ball wins in the predetermined winning opening during the opening period, a game that triggers opening of a specific winning device is performed. It is also applicable to machines and the like.
[0045]
【The invention's effect】
According to the present invention, the following effects can be obtained.
(A) According to the first aspect of the present invention, if the light diffusing member has the same size, even for a decorative device of a different design, it can be shared between different gaming machines, and the manufacturing cost can be reduced. sell. In addition, since the light diffusion member is covered with the decorative cover member, damage or deformation of the light diffusion member due to contact of the game ball can be prevented, and an ideal light diffusion operation can be obtained for a long time. .
[0046]
(B) According to the invention of claim 2, in addition to the effect of the invention according to claim 1, it is not necessary to process the decorative cover member having a curved surface so as to have a light diffusion effect. Becomes easier. In addition, even if the surface is a decorative cover member having a curved surface shape, the light diffusion effect is enhanced, and the decorative property is excellent.
[0047]
(C) According to the invention of claim 3, in addition to the effect of the invention according to claim 1, it is not necessary to process a decorative cover member having a multifaceted surface so as to have a light diffusion effect. Becomes easier. Further, even if the surface is a decorative cover member having a multifaceted shape, the light diffusion effect is enhanced, and the decorative property is excellent.
[0048]
(D) According to the invention of claim 4, in addition to the effect of the invention according to any of claims 1 to 3, since the light diffusing member is flat, it is easy and accurate to perform diamond cutting. I can do it.
[0049]
(E) According to the invention described in claim 5, in addition to the effect of the invention according to any one of claims 1 to 4, the present game situation can be grasped as possible, and the convenience is enhanced.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a front view of a game board constituting a part of a gaming machine to which one embodiment of the present invention is applied.
FIG. 2 is a front view of the decoration device.
FIG. 3 is a side view of the decoration device.
FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the decoration device.
FIG. 5 is a transverse sectional view taken along the line VV in FIG. 2;
FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of a portion indicated by an arrow VI in FIG. 5;
FIG. 7 is an enlarged cross-sectional view of a main part when a curved display cover member according to a conventional example is subjected to diamond cutting.
[Explanation of symbols]
(1) Decoration equipment
(2) Mounting base member
(3) Light source board
(4) Light source
(5) Decorative cover member
(6) Decoration frame members
(7) Light diffusion member
(8) Mounting hole
(10) Game board
(11) Outer guide rail
(12) Inside guide rail
(13) Gaming area
(14) Special symbol display device
(15) Special design opening
(16) Variable winning device
(17) Grand Prize Winner
(18) Windmill with lamp
(19) Out mouth
(21) Lamp housing
(22) Projection
(23) (51) Mounting hole
(71) Insertion hole
(72) Light diffuser

Claims (5)

In a decoration device of a gaming machine disposed on a game board,
A light source, a decorative cover member formed of a light-transmitting resin material and covering the light source, and a separate member from the decorative cover member, formed of a light-transmitting resin material, and the decorative cover member; A light diffusion member interposed between the light source and a light diffusion member formed with a light diffusion portion for diffusing light from the light source. The decoration device according to claim 1, wherein the surface of the decoration cover member has a curved shape. The decoration device according to claim 1, wherein the surface of the decoration cover member has a multifaceted shape. The decoration device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the light diffusing member is formed in a flat plate shape, and the light diffusing portion is formed by diamond cutting. The decoration device for a gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the light source is lit in a different lighting manner according to a game situation.

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