JP2008086477A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a device securing the versatility of a constitution and providing an accurate time counting value in a constitution executing a time counting capable of specifying a date and time. <P>SOLUTION: A performance control board 80 sets a time counting value of a present date and time by RTCM (Real-Time Clock Module) as a standard value on the basis that a date/time standard value command is input from a connector 801 having a constitution and input with a performance control command. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko gaming machine, a coin gaming machine, a slot machine and the like. More specifically, the present invention relates to a gaming machine that includes a rendering device that produces a game and is controlled to a specific gaming state for a player when a specific condition is established in the game.

  What is conventionally known as this type of gaming machine is, for example, provided with an effect device such as a variable display device for effecting a game, and in a game, the variable display result of the variable display device is a specific display result. There is a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player when a specific condition such as is established.

Some of these gaming machines have timekeeping functions such as a clock function and a calendar function, and change the display mode on the variable display device based on information such as the current time obtained by the timekeeping function. As an example of a gaming machine that manages the current time, an internal clock is used to grasp the current time, display the time on the effect display screen, and the time according to the remaining time until the game hall is closed There is a thing which changes the display content about (patent document 1). In addition, as another example of a gaming machine that manages the current time, a clock / calendar LSI is provided on a symbol control board that performs display control of a variable display device, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the clock / calendar Control of changing the background image to be displayed to the background image indicating the season according to the current month in the variable display device by acquiring the current month, day, and time data by the LSI, and the current background image to be displayed There is one that performs control to change to a background image in accordance with the time (Patent Document 2).
JP-A-2004-357726 (FIGS. 5 and 12, paragraph numbers 0066 to 0073, 0091 to 0094) JP 2003-225410 A (FIGS. 11 and 12, paragraph numbers 0080, 0264, 0265, 0268)

  However, the conventional gaming machine described above has the following problems. First, since the gaming machine of Patent Document 2 described above is not provided with a configuration for correcting the data of the month, date, and time in the clock / calendar LSI, there is a risk that control for changing the background image cannot be performed at an accurate timing. was there.

  Further, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 described above, a clock including a radio clock for correcting current time data of the internal clock and various circuits for performing signal processing related to the radio clock on a control board in the control device. Although an adjustment means is provided, for a gaming machine provided with such a time adjustment means, for example, an existing configuration such as a wiring pattern of a control board is different from a model not provided with such a time adjustment means. Cannot be used, and the versatility of the configuration cannot be ensured.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and its purpose is to ensure versatility of the configuration and to make the time count more accurate in a configuration that performs time measurement that makes it possible to specify the date and time. That is.

Specific examples of means for solving the problems and their effects

(1) An effect device for effecting a game (various display device 9, various lamps such as decorative lamp 25, speaker 27) is provided, and when a specific condition is established in the game (the variable display result of variable display device 9 is a big hit A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that is controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when the display result is obtained,
Clocking means (RTCM 100 in FIG. 4) for clocking time and date that can be specified;
Game control means for controlling the progress of the game and transmitting an effect control command (effect control command) for controlling the effect device (main board 31, game control microcomputer 560 in FIG. 4);
Production control means (production control board 80, production control microcomputer 800 in FIG. 4, modification example (4) for controlling the production device in a predetermined production mode based on the production control command transmitted from the game control means. The first effect control microcomputer that performs effect control other than display control such as sound control and lamp control shown in FIG. 2 and the second effect control microcomputer that performs display control of the variable display device 9 are different from each other. Two production control microcomputers and a corresponding control board) when provided on the control board,
The production control means includes
Date and time determination means (S326 in FIG. 27) for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the time measurement means has become a predetermined date and time;
Based on the date / time determination means determining that the predetermined date / time has been reached, the effect mode in the effect device is changed (a project as shown in FIG. 15D is executed, FIG. 11G). Effect mode change means (S414 in FIG. 32, S382 in FIG. 29), which executes a simultaneous effect using a lamp such as the decorative lamp 25 as shown in FIG.
Command input means (connector 801 in FIG. 5) for inputting the effect control command,
The command input means can input a date / time standard value command (standard date / time command) indicating a standard value of the date / time used by the timing means.
When the date standard value command is input from the command input unit, the effect control unit sets the time measured by the time measuring unit to a standard value based on the standard value of the date indicated by the date standard value command. Date and time setting means (S603 in FIG. 38) is further included.

  According to such a configuration, when the date / time standard value command indicating the standard value of the date / time used by the time measuring means is input from the command input means in the effect control means, the date / time indicated by the date / time standard value command is displayed. Based on the standard value, the time value by the time measuring means is set to the standard value. Thereby, in the production control means, the timekeeping value by the timekeeping means is set to the standard value based on inputting the date / time standard value command from the command input means which is an existing configuration in which the production control command is inputted. With regard to the configuration related to the production control means required for setting the time measured by the means to the standard value, the existing configuration can be used, and the versatility of the configuration can be ensured. In addition, since it is possible to set the time measured by the time measuring means to the standard value in this way, the time measured by the time measuring means can be made more accurate. For example, it is arranged on the gaming machine installation island. When a predetermined effect is simultaneously executed in a plurality of gaming machines, it is possible to accurately match the effects performed on the respective gaming machines.

(2) The game control means is advantageous for a player who is different from the specific game state when a special condition is established in the game (when it is determined that the second probable big hit is determined by R2 in FIG. 8). Special gaming state control means for controlling to a special gaming state (high probability state) (S137 in FIG. 23 controlling to a high probability state by setting a probability change flag),
The production control means includes
Predetermined period determining means (FIG. 27) for determining whether the date and time specified by the time measuring means is within a predetermined period from the predetermined date and time (period of permission for execution of special effects in FIG. 11 (f)). S335),
Special effect determining means (S442 in FIG. 31) for determining whether or not to execute a predetermined special effect (special effect for performing the mission effect in FIG. 19) when being controlled in the special gaming state. ,
The special effect determining means is determined when the predetermined period determining means determines that it is within the predetermined period (the special effect execution permission period in FIG. 11 (f)), and when the predetermined period determining means is outside the predetermined period ( When it is determined that the special effect execution non-permission period in FIG. 11 (f) is determined, whether the special effect is executed or not is determined at a different rate when the special game state is being controlled ( In S442Y of FIG. 31, the ratio of executing the special effect in the high and low base state is set to 100% in S443 to S450, and the ratio of executing the special effect in the case other than the high and low base state is set to 0% in S442N of FIG. (This ratio is not limited to the ratio of 100%: 0%).

  According to such a configuration, even when it is controlled to the same special gaming state, when it is determined that it is within the predetermined period based on the date and time specified by the time measurement of the time measuring means and outside the predetermined period Since it is determined at a different rate whether or not a special effect is executed when it is determined that there is a special game state, the effect of the special game state is specified by the time measuring means. Different interests can be provided to the player based on the date and time, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game.

(3) The effect control means has a plurality of effect modes (shown in FIG. 12) with respect to one situation (a situation in which the basic screen and the effect image are displayed on the variable display device 9) for the game effect by the effect device. The effect mode selection means (S426 in FIG. 32, S451 to S454 in FIG. 33) for selecting any effect mode from the plurality of effect modes. In addition,
The apparatus further comprises selection accepting means (selection button 358 in FIG. 4) for accepting an instruction for selecting the effect mode by the player.
The effect selecting means selects one of the effect modes from the plurality of effect modes in accordance with the instruction received by the selection accepting unit (S451 to S454 in FIG. 33), and from a predetermined date and time. The selectable presentation mode is increased in accordance with the length of the period until the date and time specified by the timing of the time measuring means (the time from the operation start date by the operation selection effect selection information table in FIG. 11A). The types of effects that can be selected increase with the progress, and the types of effects that can be selected are displayed in S451 of FIG. 33).

  According to such a configuration, in accordance with an instruction for selecting an effect mode by the player, one of the effect modes is selected from the plurality of effect modes. Therefore, it is possible to provide an effect according to the player's preference. It becomes possible, and a player's willingness to participate in a game can be improved. Furthermore, since the selectable presentation mode increases according to the length of the period from the predetermined date and time to the date and time specified by the timing of the timing means, the date and time specified by the timing of the timing means is related to the presentation mode. Based on this, different interests can be provided to the player, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game.

(4) The effect control means is a related effect execution means for executing a related effect for a game effect by the effect device in a period divided into a plurality of times based on an elapsed time from a predetermined date and time (FIG. 27 S329, FIG. 32 S414, FIG. 33 S452 to S454),
The related effect execution means includes a first period including at least a first effect mode (mountain effect type A2 in FIG. 11 (a)) and a second effect mode (sea effect type B2 in FIG. 11 (a)). (Third operation period in FIG. 11A) and a period after the first period, and at least a third effect mode (mountain effect type A3 in FIG. 11A) and a fourth effect mode. In the second period (the fourth operation period in FIG. 11A) including (sea production type B3 in FIG. 11A), the first effect mode and the third effect mode are related. (Related in the mountain effect), the second effect mode and the fourth effect mode are related (related in the sea effect), and the effect is executed (FIG. 11A).

  According to such a configuration, with respect to the effect of the game by the effect device, the first period including the first effect mode and the second effect mode, and the period after the first period, at least the first In the second period including the third effect mode and the fourth effect mode, the first effect mode and the third effect mode are related, and the second effect mode and the fourth effect mode When the effect related to is executed, the related effect is executed in a period divided into a plurality of times based on the elapsed time from a predetermined date and time. Thereby, since the related production mode is selected in the first period and the subsequent second period, it is possible to make the production interesting by the relevance of the production mode over time. It can improve the interest of the player.

(5) The rendering device performs a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (decorative symbols) each identifiable, derives and displays a display result, and the specific condition controlled to the specific gaming state is satisfied. Sometimes, a variable display device for deriving and displaying a specific display result (a jackpot display result (such as “7” for a special symbol, “777” for a decorative symbol, etc.)) as a display result of a variable display. Including a variable display device 9),
The game control means further includes pre-decision means (S130 in FIG. 23) for deciding whether or not to control the specific game state before deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display.
The production control means includes
Compared to when it is decided not to control to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means when it is decided to control to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means when performing the reach effect Reach for selecting a type of reach effect from a plurality of types of reach effect (a plurality of reach effect types shown in FIGS. 10A to 10C) including a special reach effect (special reach) selected at a high rate. Production selection means (S503 to S507, S508 to S511 in FIG. 36);
A specific period determining means (S338 in FIG. 27) for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the time measuring means is within a specific period from a predetermined date and time,
The reach production selecting means includes the special reach when the specific period determining means determines that the specific period is within the specific period and when the specific period determining means determines that the specific period is outside the specific period. When the production is selected at a different ratio (when it is determined in S338 of FIG. 27 that the period is not the first reach table selection period for the big hit (the second reach table selection period for the big hit), the special reach selection rate is selected in S340 of FIG. When the big hit second reach table is selected and it is determined that the big hit first reach table selection period in S338 of FIG. 27, the big hit first reach table having a low special reach selection rate in S339 of FIG. Selected).

  According to such a configuration, when performing the reach effect, when it is determined that it is within the specific period based on the date and time specified by the time measurement of the time measuring means, and when it is determined that it is outside the specific period Since the special reach production is selected at a different rate, it is possible to provide the player with different interests for the reach production based on the date and time specified by the timekeeping means, and the player does not get bored with the game. Can be.

(6) The command input means can be connected to a command output device (standard date and time data output device 300 in FIG. 5) that outputs the date and time standard value command (FIG. 5).
The date and time setting means, when the date and time standard value command output from the command output device is input from the command input means, based on the standard value of the date and time indicated by the date and time standard value command, Timekeeping values are set to standard values (S601 to S603 in FIG. 38).

  According to such a configuration, the command output device that outputs the date / time standard value command can be connected to the command input means, and when the date / time standard value command output from the command output device is input from the command input means, Based on the standard value of the date and time indicated by the date and time standard value command, the time value measured by the time measuring means is set to the standard value. Thereby, it is not necessary to add a new configuration with respect to the configuration related to the production control unit that is necessary for setting the time measured by the time measuring unit to the standard value. In addition, at the manufacturing stage of the gaming machine, it is possible to set the time measured by the time measuring means to a standard value using the command output device, thereby reducing the work burden on the gaming hall side when installing the gaming machine in the gaming hall. be able to.

(7) The production control means includes:
Operation start determination means (S361 to S373 in FIG. 28) for determining whether or not the gaming machine has started operation;
Storage means (RAM 354 in FIG. 4) for storing the operation start date and time determined to have started operation by the operation start determination means;
The operation start determining means determines whether or not the gaming machine has started operating based on the effect control command (variation pattern command) transmitted from the game control means to the effect control means (FIG. 35). S362 to S367).

  According to such a configuration, the determination as to whether or not the gaming machine has started operating is made based on the command transmitted from the game control means to the effect control means, so that the gaming machine is used as the initial setting work of the time measuring means. Therefore, the initial setting operation of the time measuring means can be completed in the manufacturing process of the gaming machine.

(8) The production control means includes:
Predetermined date and time specifying means (stored in the RAM 354) for specifying a date and time before a predetermined period which is a date and time before the predetermined date and time determined by the date and time determination means as a date and time for changing the effect mode in the effect device. 11 (d) project notice information table),
A date and time determination means before a predetermined period (S322 in FIG. 27) for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the timing of the time measuring means has become the date and time before the predetermined period;
Based on the fact that the date and time specified by the time measuring means has been determined by the time and date determination means before the predetermined period to match the date and time before the predetermined period, the effect mode of the effect device is changed to the predetermined date and time. Notification means (S417 in FIG. 32) for providing a notice effect that informs the user that the information can be specified.

  According to such a configuration, a notice effect that informs in an identifiable manner that the effect mode is changed at the predetermined date and time is performed at a date and time before a predetermined period before the predetermined date and time when the effect mode in the effect device is changed. It is. By performing such a notice effect, the player can know the change date of the effect mode in advance, so that the player can easily see the change of the effect mode. , The interest of the player can be improved.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. A pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, but the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and may be a coin gaming machine or other gaming machines such as a slot machine. Any gaming machine may be used as long as the gaming machine includes a device and is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when a specific condition is established in the game.

  First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front, and FIG. 2 is a front view showing the front of the game board.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed in a game hall (game shop). A plurality of gaming machine installation islands in which a plurality of gaming machines are arranged side by side are provided in the game hall, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed on such a gaming machine installation island. The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts attached to them (excluding a game board described later). Is a structure including

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2, there is a hit ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 for storing game balls (hit balls) as game media. Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, there are provided an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3, and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for launching the game balls. A selection button 358 that can be operated by the player is provided on the upper surface of the hitting ball supply tray 3. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. A game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6.

  Near the center of the game area 7, there is provided a variable display device (decorative symbol display device) 9 including a plurality of variable display regions each displaying a decorative symbol for effect. In addition, a special symbol display device (special symbol display device) 8 that variably displays special symbols as a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other is provided at the top of the variable display device 9. The fluctuation display device 9 has, for example, three fluctuation display areas (symbol display areas) of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The variable display device 9 displays decorative symbols as decorative information as a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished during the variable symbol display period of the special symbols by the special symbol indicator 8. To do. The variable display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer 800 (see FIG. 4) mounted on an effect control board 80 described later. Since the display portion of the special symbol display 8 is small, the variation display mode and the display result of the variation display are difficult to see compared with the variation display device 9, so the player mainly pays attention to the variation display device 9.

  The special symbol display 8 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9, for example. The special symbol display 8 may be configured to display various numbers such as 0 to 99 in a variable manner in order to make it difficult for the player to grasp the type of winning. The variable display device 9 is realized by an image display device including a liquid crystal display device. The variation display device 9 displays the variation of the decorative symbol during the variation display period of the special symbol by the special symbol indicator 8.

  In the present embodiment, an example in which the variable display device 9 uses a liquid crystal display device will be described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variable display device 9 may be a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) or FED (Field Emission Display). ), PDP (Plasma Display Panel), dot matrix, LED (Light Emitting Diode) such as 7-segment LED, electroluminescence, and other image display type display devices such as a fluorescent display tube. The fluctuation display device 9 may be a mechanical display device such as a rotary drum display device.

  Below the variable display device 9 are provided four special symbol hold memory indicators 18 for displaying the number of memorized valid winning balls that have entered the start winning opening 14, that is, the number of hold memories (also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). It has been. The special symbol reservation storage display 18 displays up to four reservation storage numbers in the order of winning. The special symbol hold memory display 18 increases the stored data in the hold memory by 1 and increases the number of lit LEDs by 1 each time there is a start winning in the start winning opening 14. Each time the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display, the special symbol storage memory display 18 decreases the storage data of the storage by 1 and decreases the number of LEDs in the lit state by 1 (that is, one LED Is turned off. Specifically, the special symbol hold storage display 18 shifts the lighting state every time the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display. In this example, an upper limit number (up to 4) is provided for the number of reserved storage by winning to the start winning opening 14. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the upper limit number of the reserved storage number may be a value of 4 or more, or may be a value less than 4.

  Below the variable display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15 having a start winning port 14 is provided. The variable winning ball apparatus 15 is provided with a pair of left and right movable pieces in such a manner that it can be opened and closed. The movable piece of the variable winning ball device 15 is driven by the solenoid 16 to be in an open state for a predetermined period when an opening condition described later is satisfied. When the movable piece of the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 (easy to start winning), and the player is in an advantageous state (first state). . On the other hand, when the movable piece of the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it becomes difficult for the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 (it is difficult to start winning), which is disadvantageous for the player (second state). It becomes. The winning ball that has entered the start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the start opening switch 14a.

  A special variable winning ball apparatus 20 using an opening / closing plate that is opened and closed by a solenoid 21 is provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is provided with a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an opening / closing plate, and the opening / closing plate is controlled to an open state (first state) advantageous to the player in the big hit gaming state, and the big hit gaming state In other states, the open / close plate is controlled to a closed state (second state) that is disadvantageous to the player. In this way, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 satisfies the release condition when it enters the big hit gaming state. Of the winning balls that have won the special variable winning ball device 20 and led to the back of the game board 6, the winning ball that has entered one (V winning area: special area) is detected by the V winning switch 22 and then counted by the count switch 23. The game ball that has been detected and entered the other area is detected by the count switch 23 as it is. On the back of the game board 6, a solenoid 21A for switching the route in the special winning opening is also provided.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display 10 that displays a variable symbol as a plurality of types of identification information is started. In this embodiment, the left and right lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized at the time of lighting) are alternately turned on to perform the variable display. For example, if the left lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the opening condition of the variable winning ball device 15 is established, and the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. Become. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, there is provided a normal symbol start memory display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of stored effective passing spheres that have passed through the gate 32, that is, the number of start passing memories. Yes. Every time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, the memory data of the start passage memory is incremented by 1, and the normal symbol start memory display 41 increments the LED to be lit by 1. Then, every time the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the stored data of the start passage memory is decreased by 1, and the LED to be lit is decreased by 1.

  The game board 6 is provided with a plurality of winning holes 29, 30, 33, and 39. The winning of the game balls to the winning ports 29, 30, 33, 39 is detected by the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, respectively. Each winning opening 29, 30, 33, 39 constitutes a winning area provided in the game board 6 as an area for accepting game balls and allowing winning. The start winning opening 14 and the big winning opening also constitute a winning area that accepts game balls and allows winning. Decorative lamps 25 blinking and displayed during the game are provided around the left and right sides of the game area 7, and an outlet 26 for absorbing a game ball that has not won a prize is provided at the bottom. Two speakers 27 that emit sound effects are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are provided. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (such as a big prize opening) in the game area 7. The top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the decorative LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  In this example, a prize ball lamp 51 that is lit during award ball payout is provided in the vicinity of the left frame lamp 28b, and a ball break lamp 52 that is lit when the supply ball is cut in the vicinity of the right frame lamp 28c. Is provided. Further, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter referred to as “card unit”) 50 that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Various light emitting means such as a prize ball lamp 51, a ball break lamp 52, a decoration lamp 25, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are controlled to be lit (lamp control) by a lamp driver board 35 described later. . Further, sound generation control (sound control) from the speaker 27 is performed by an audio output board 70 described later.

  The card unit 50 includes, for example, a usable display lamp that indicates whether or not the card unit 50 is in a usable state, a connected table direction indicator that indicates which side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 corresponds to the card unit 50, and a card. Check the card insertion indicator lamp indicating that a card has been inserted into the unit 50, the card insertion slot into which a card as a recording medium is inserted, and the mechanism of the card reader / writer provided on the back of the card insertion slot. A card unit lock is provided for releasing the card unit 50 in the case of doing so.

  A game ball launched from the ball striking device by the player's operation enters the game area 7 through the hit ball rail, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the start winning opening 14 and is detected by the start opening switch 14a, the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display if the variation display of the symbol can be started. If it is not in a state in which symbol display can be started, the number of reserved memories is increased by one.

  The variation display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 stops when the variation display time set every time the variation display is performed. If the special symbol (stop symbol) at the time of stoppage is a jackpot symbol (also referred to as a jackpot display result) as a specific display result, it will be a jackpot and the game will shift to a jackpot gaming state. In the big hit gaming state, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is released until a predetermined time elapses or a predetermined number (for example, 10) of gaming balls wins. Then, when the game ball is won in the V winning area and is detected by the V winning switch 22 while the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened, the continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is allowed with a predetermined number of times such as 15 rounds as an upper limit value. Such control is called repeated continuation control. In the repeated continuation control, a state in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened is called a round. In addition, you may control not to provide V winning area but to generate a continuation right unconditionally in each round.

  When the special symbol on the special symbol indicator 8 at the time of stoppage is a special bonus game that is predetermined among the jackpot symbols (the first positive variation big bonus symbol or the second positive probability big bonus symbol), Then, it becomes a more advantageous state for the player in a probability variation state (hereinafter referred to as a probability variation state) in which the probability (hit probability) determined is higher than the normal gaming state which is a normal state different from the big hit gaming state. Hereinafter, the probability variation state is also referred to as a high probability state (sometimes abbreviated as a high probability state). Further, the non-probability change state is also referred to as a low probability state (sometimes abbreviated as a low probability state).

  In addition, when the display result of the special symbol when the variable display on the special symbol display 8 is stopped is a predetermined big hit symbol (first positive variation big hit symbol) of the big hit symbols, after the big hit gaming state In addition to being controlled to be in the above-described high probability state, it is controlled to be in the short time state, which is the variable time shortening state. The short time state means that each of the special symbol display 8, the variable display device 9, and the normal symbol display 10 has a variable display time (at the start of the variable display) as compared to the normal game state (a low probability low base state described later). The time from when the display result is derived to when the display result is derived is shortened, and the display result is derived and displayed at an early stage. Furthermore, during the time-shortening state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is lengthened, and the number of times of opening is increased. In the short-time state, the display time of the fluctuation of the symbol is shortened, so that the number of reserved memories to be described later is exhausted early, and the start winnings that have occurred exceeding the upper limit (for example, “4”) of the number of reserved memories are invalidated. Since it is easy to derive and display the jackpot display result early in the short term, it is easy to derive and display the jackpot display result early, so the display result of the variable display is likely to become the display result of the jackpot symbol from a time efficient viewpoint It becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player. The time-short state after the end of the big hit gaming state is continued until the special symbol and decorative symbol change display is executed a predetermined number of times (in this case, 100 times). The short time state after the end of the big hit gaming state may be continued until the next big hit gaming state occurs.

  Also, when considering from the aspect of paying out the game ball according to the winning, in the short time state, the change display time of the normal symbol is shortened compared to the non-time-short state, and the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes the winning symbol. Based on the fact that the probability is increased, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time of winning is increased, and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time of hitting is increased once, it is variable compared with the normal gaming state. The winning ball device 15 is likely to be in an open state. Therefore, in the short-time state, winning in the start winning opening 14 (including both cases where the start winning is valid and invalid) is likely to occur, so the number of game balls (hit hit) into the game area 7 The ratio of the number of game balls (the number of payout balls) to be paid out as prize balls according to the winnings is larger than the normal game state. In general, the ratio of the number of paid-out balls by winning a prize to the number of shot balls is called “base”. For example, when there are 40 payout balls with respect to 100 shot balls, the base is 40 (%). In the case of this embodiment, for example, a time-short state having a higher base than a non-time-short state such as a normal gaming state is called a high base state, and conversely, a normal gaming state having a lower base compared to such a high base state Such a non-short-time state is called a low base state.

  Of the big hits, the one that is controlled to a high probability state and a short time state after the big hit gaming state is referred to as a first positive variation big hit. The first probable big hit is a big hit that becomes a high probability state and a high base state by entering a probable change state and a short time state after the end of the big hit gaming state. Such a state with a high probability state and a high base state is referred to as a highly accurate high base state.

  Of the big hits, those that are controlled to a high probability state after the big hit gaming state but are not controlled to the short-time state are called second probability variable big hits. The second probability variation big hit is a big hit that becomes a high probability state and a low base state by being in a probability variation state and not being in a time-short state after the end of the big hit gaming state. Such a state having a high probability state and a low base state is referred to as a high probability low base state.

  Of the big hits, those that are not controlled to the high probability state and not controlled to the short-time state after the big hit gaming state are usually called big hits. Normally, the big hit is a big hit (non-probable big hit) that becomes a low probability state and a low base state by not being in a probabilistic state after the end of the big hit gaming state and not being in a short time state. Such a state with a low probability state and a low base state is called a low probability low base state.

  In the following description, when “big hit” is simply indicated without specifying the types of big hits, it is a case where these multiple types of big hits are representatively shown.

  A special symbol jackpot display result is predetermined for each of the normal jackpot, the first probability variation jackpot, and the second probability variation jackpot. A special jackpot display result of a special symbol indicating a normal jackpot is called a normal jackpot display result. A special symbol jackpot display result indicating the first probability variation jackpot is referred to as a first probability variation jackpot display result. The special symbol jackpot display result indicating the second probability variation jackpot is referred to as a second probability variation jackpot display result.

  Whether the probability variation state (high probability state) or the non-probability variation state (low probability state) is determined based on whether or not the probability variation flag, which is a flag set in the probability variation state, is set. . Whether the time-short state (high base state) or the non-time-short state (low base state) is determined is based on whether or not the time-short flag, which is a flag set in the time-short state, is set. Is done.

  In addition, in the state that is not controlled in the above-mentioned time-short state, every time the number of special symbols on-hold storage exceeds a predetermined number, the memory that controls to the memory variation shortened state that shortens the variation display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol Variation shortening control is performed. The memory fluctuation shortening control ends when the number of reserved symbols for special symbols is less than a predetermined number. Therefore, even in a state where the time-short state is not controlled, there is a case where the variation display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened.

  In order to enhance the decorative effect of the special symbol variable display on the special symbol display 8, the decorative symbol that is variable displayed in the variable display device 9 is a variable decorative display that has a predetermined relationship with the special symbol variable display. It is a symbol with a special meaning. The predetermined relationship for such symbols includes, for example, the relationship in which the decorative symbol variation display starts when the special symbol variation display is started, and the special symbol display result at the end of the special symbol variation display. This includes a relationship in which the decorative symbol display result is derived and displayed and the decorative symbol variation display is terminated. When the special symbol display unit 8 derives and displays a predetermined jackpot symbol as a display result, the variable display device 9 derives and displays a combination of the jackpot symbol having left, middle and right symbols as a display result. The Such a display result of the jackpot symbol by the special symbol and the display result of the combination of the jackpot symbol by the decoration symbol are referred to as a jackpot display result.

  Since the special symbol display 8 and the variation display device 9 have the correspondence as described above, in the following description, they may be collectively referred to as a variation display unit.

  Next, the reach display mode (reach) will be described. The reach display mode (reach) in the present embodiment means that the symbols that have not been stopped when the stopped symbols constitute a part of the jackpot symbol, and all or This is a state where some symbols are synchronously displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol.

  For example, in the variable display device 9, an effective line (one effective line in the case of the present embodiment) that becomes a big hit when the symbol stops is determined in advance, and a part of the display area on the effective line is displayed. A state in which the variable display is performed in the display area on the active line that has not been stopped when the predetermined symbol is stopped (for example, the left, middle, and right variable display areas in the variable display device 9). Of these, all or some of the display area on the active line) Are in a variable display in synchronism while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol (for example, the variable display is performed in all of the left, middle and right display areas in the variable display device 9, Same state) the variation displayed with the symbol are aligned is made that reach the display mode or reach. In addition, the symbols that are in the reach display mode are called reach symbols.

  In addition, during the reach, unusual effects may be performed with lamps and sounds. This production is called reach production. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (decoration design or the like)) or a display mode (for example, a color or the like) of the background image of the variable display device 9 is displayed. ) May change. This change in character display and background display mode is called reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that when it appears, a big hit is likely to occur compared to a normal reach. Such (specific) reach that performs a special performance is called special reach (super reach or premium reach). In this embodiment, the special reach is always selected and displayed when it is a big hit. Special reach is set so that it can be selected both when it is a big hit and when it is off, but when it is a big hit, it is very easy to select. There may be.

  In addition, with respect to the variable display device 9, there is a case where a big hit notice is performed as a notice effect for notifying that a big hit will be given in the variable display that triggers the occurrence of the big hit.

  Next, the structure of the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the back side.

  As shown in FIG. 3, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, there are a variable display control unit 49 including an effect control board 80 on which an effect control microcomputer for controlling the variable display device 9 is mounted, a game control microcomputer, and the like. Various boards such as a mounted game control board (main board) 31, an audio output board 70, a lamp driver board 35, a payout control board 37 on which a payout control microcomputer for performing ball payout control and the like are mounted are installed. ing.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a power supply board 910 and a touch sensor board 91A on which power supply circuits for creating various power supply voltages such as DC30V, DC21V, DC12V and DC5V are mounted. Most of the power supply substrate 910 overlaps with the main substrate 31, but there is an exposed portion that is exposed so as not to overlap with the main substrate 31. The exposed portion is provided on the main board 31 and each electrical component control board (production control board 80, payout control board 37, audio output board 70, and lamp driver board 35) in the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the pachinko gaming machine 1. There is provided a power switch as a power supply permission means for executing or cutting off power supply to each electric component (a component that operates when power is supplied). Furthermore, a replaceable fuse is provided inside the power switch at the exposed portion (inside the substrate).

  An electrical component control means including an electrical component control microcomputer is mounted on the electrical component control board. The electrical component control means is an electrical component (game device: ball payout device 97, variable display device 9, lamp) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a command signal (control signal) as a command from the game control means or the like. And light emitters such as LEDs, speakers 27, etc.). Hereinafter, description may be made by including the main board 31 in the electric component control board. In that case, the electrical component control means mounted on the electrical component control board includes a game control means and means for controlling the electrical components provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a command signal from the game control means and the like. Each of them. A substrate on which a microcomputer other than the main substrate 31 is mounted may be referred to as a sub-substrate.

  On the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a terminal board 160 having terminals for outputting various information to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed above. The terminal board 160 includes at least a ball break terminal for introducing the output of the ball break detection switch 167 and outputting it externally, a prize ball terminal for outputting prize ball information (prize ball number signal) and a ball. A ball lending terminal for externally outputting lending information (ball lending number signal) is provided. Near the center, an information terminal board (information output board) 36 having terminals for outputting various information from the main board 31 to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed.

  The game ball stored in the storage tank 38 passes through a guide rail (not shown), and reaches a ball payout device covered with a payout case 40A through a curve rod. A ball break switch 187 as a game medium break detection means is provided on the upper part of the ball payout device. When the ball break switch 187 detects a ball break, the dispensing operation of the ball dispensing device stops. The ball break switch 187 is a switch for detecting the presence or absence of a game ball in the game ball passage, but the ball break detection switch 167 for detecting the shortage of supply balls in the storage tank 38 is also an upstream portion (in the storage tank 38) of the guide rail. (Proximate part). When the ball break detection switch 167 detects a shortage of game balls, the game balls are replenished to the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the replenishment mechanism provided on the gaming machine installation island.

  When a large number of game balls as prizes based on winning prizes or game balls based on ball lending requests are paid out and the hitting ball supply tray 3 becomes full, the game balls are guided to the surplus ball receiving tray 4 through the surplus ball passage. When the game ball is further paid out, a sensing lever (not shown) presses a full tank switch (not shown) as a storage state detection means, and the full tank switch as a storage state detection means is turned on. In this state, the rotation of the payout motor in the ball payout device stops, the operation of the ball payout device stops, and the driving of the hitting ball launching device also stops.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a circuit configuration in the main board 31. 4 also shows a payout control board 37, a lamp driver board 35, an audio output board 70, an interface board 66, a relay board 77, and an effect control board 80 that are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. . The main board (game control board) 31 includes a game control microcomputer 560 serving as a basic circuit (corresponding to game control means) for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program, a gate switch 32a, a start port switch 14a, V A winning switch 22, a count switch 23, winning opening switches 29 a, 30 a, 33 a, 39 a, an input driver circuit 58 that supplies signals from the total winning count switch 34 to the game control microcomputer 560, and a variable winning ball apparatus 15 are provided. A solenoid 16 that opens and closes, a solenoid 21 that opens and closes the special variable winning ball apparatus 20, an output circuit 59 that drives a solenoid 21A for switching a path in the special winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560, and a game Control microcomputer 560 An information output circuit 53 for outputting various information signals to a device provided outside the pachinko game machine 1 such as a hall computer are mounted in accordance with a command al.

  It should be noted that switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the V winning switch 22, the count switch 23, the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, the all winning count switch 34, and the like may be referred to as sensors. . That is, the name of the game medium detection means (game ball detection means in this example) that can detect a game ball is not limited. Each of the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a that perform winning detection is also a winning detection means that detects the winning of the game ball in the winning area.

  Note that even if a pass gate such as the gate 32 is used, if a prize ball is to be paid out, a game ball enters the pass gate, and a winning switch (for example, a switch provided on the pass gate (for example, The gate switch 32a) becomes a winning detection means. In addition, a game ball won in the V winning area is detected by the V winning switch 22 and also by the count switch 23. Therefore, the number of game balls won in the special winning opening corresponds to the number detected by the count switch 23. Further, the game balls won in the V prize area are detected only by the V prize switch 22, and the number of game balls won in the big prize opening is determined by the number detected by the V prize switch 22 and the number detected by the count switch 23. You may make it become the sum. Further, the V winning area may not be provided, and a continuation right may always be generated in rounds other than the final round. In addition, a V winning area is provided so that the continuation right is generated unconditionally (regardless of the winning in the V winning area) in the first round, and the continuation right is generated by winning in the V winning area in the second and subsequent rounds. May be.

  The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, and storage means (variable data storage means for storing fluctuation data) used as a work memory. RAM (Random Access Memory) 55, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 56 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, and an I / O port 506. The game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. Note that the one-chip microcomputer may include at least the RAM 55 in addition to the CPU 56. Further, the ROM 54 and the I / O port 506 may be externally attached or built in.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, what the game control microcomputer 560 described below executes (or performs processing) means that the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31. The game control means is realized by a game control microcomputer 560 including a CPU 56.

  Although not shown, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a clock circuit that generates a clock signal, a reset controller that functions as a system reset means, a random number circuit, and a CTC that sends an interrupt request signal to the CPU 56. To do.

  The random number circuit is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on the display result of the variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol. This random number circuit updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 256) are set, and at random timing. Based on the fact that the start winning time generated is the time of reading (extracting) the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The game control microcomputer 560 reads the numerical data from the random number circuit as the random value R1 when the start winning to the start port switch 14a occurs, and makes the jackpot display result as a specific display result based on the numerical data. Whether or not to make a big hit. When it is determined that the game is a big hit, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. Whether the random number generated by the random number circuit is a big hit, such as a random number for probability variation determination for determining whether or not to make a probability variation, and a random number for variation pattern determination for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol. It may be used as a random number for determination other than determination.

  The random number circuit includes a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit selection setting function), numeric data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update rule. It has various functions such as a selection switching function. With such a function, the random number circuit can improve the randomness of the generated random number.

  The game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the ID of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area of the ROM 56. The numerical data obtained by performing a predetermined calculation using the number (ID number assigned with a different numerical value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560) is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit. To do. Thereby, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit can be further improved. Further, when setting the initial value, by performing a predetermined calculation using the ID number, it is possible to make it difficult to recognize the initial value of the random number only by looking at the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560. Therefore, it is possible to more reliably prevent the transition condition to the big hit state from being illegally established by an action such as generating a capture signal using a radio signal to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Can be improved. The numerical data of the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 may be set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit.

  The clock circuit outputs a system clock signal to the CPU 56, and outputs a reference clock signal CLK having a predetermined cycle generated by dividing the system clock signal to the power of 2 (= 128) to each random number circuit. When a low level signal is input for a certain period, the reset controller 502 outputs a predetermined initialization signal to the CPU 56 and each random number circuit to reset the game control microcomputer 560 as a system.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 is equipped with two random number circuits having different ranges of random number values that can be generated. The first random number circuit is a random number circuit (hereinafter also referred to as a 12-bit random number circuit) that generates a 12-bit pseudo-random number. The 12-bit random number circuit has a function of generating a random number having a value in a range that can be generated by 12 bits (that is, a range from 1 to 4095). The second random number circuit is a random number circuit (hereinafter also referred to as a 16-bit random number circuit) that generates a 16-bit pseudo random number. The 16-bit random number circuit has a function of generating a random number having a value in a range that can be generated by 16 bits (that is, a range from 1 to 65535). One of the two random number circuits selected in advance is used to generate a random number. Note that both a 16-bit random number circuit and a 12-bit random number circuit may be used for generating random numbers, such as using a 12-bit random number circuit for generating random numbers for determining a variation pattern.

  In this embodiment, the case where the game control microcomputer 560 includes two random number circuits will be described. However, the game control microcomputer 560 may include one random number circuit, and may include three or more random number circuits. A random number circuit may be incorporated. In this embodiment, when the 12-bit random number circuit and the 16-bit random number circuit are comprehensively expressed, or when any one of the 12-bit random number circuit and the 16-bit random number circuit is indicated, the random number circuit is referred to.

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means that is partially or entirely backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part of the RAM 55 is kept for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply cannot be supplied because the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged). Or the entire contents are preserved. In particular, at least data corresponding to the control state of the game (special symbol process flag or the like) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the RAM 55 as backup data. The data corresponding to the control state is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire storage area of the RAM 55 is backed up.

  A reset signal from the power supply board 910 is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. The reset signal from the power supply board 910 is also input to the reset terminal of the payout control microcomputer. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer become operable, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer stop operating. It becomes a state. Accordingly, during the period in which the reset signal is at a high level, an allowance signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output, and during the period in which the reset signal is at a low level, An operation stop signal for stopping the operations of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output. A reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (including the main board 31), or a reset circuit is mounted on one or a plurality of electric component control boards, and a reset signal is output therefrom. You may make it supply to another electric component control board.

  Furthermore, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board 910 has decreased to a predetermined value or less is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560 via the payout control board 37. In addition, a clear signal indicating that a clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM 55 is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560.

  The clear signal is branched at the main board 31 and is also supplied to the payout control board 37. The state of the clear signal input by the game control microcomputer 560 via the input port may be output to the payout control board 37 via the output port.

  The game control microcomputer 560 transmits an effect control command (effect control signal) as a control signal for instructing effect control including display control, sound control, and lamp control to the effect control board 80. The effect control board 80 receives an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77 and performs an electric component control means such as an effect control microcomputer 800 for performing display control in the variable display device 9. Is installed. The effect control board 80 is, for example, a processing device having a display control function for performing image display and a high-speed drawing function in addition to the effect control microcomputer 800, and a VDP (Video Display) for performing display control of the variable display device 9. Processor) 88, a character ROM 89 for storing image data to be displayed on the variable display device 9 in advance, and a VRAM (Video Random Access Memory) 83 for expanding the image data generated by the VDP 88. The detailed configuration of the effect control board 80 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  The production control microcomputer 800 includes a ROM 84 that stores a display control program, a RAM 85 that is used as a work memory, a CPU 86 that is a processor that performs a display control operation according to the program, and an I / O port 87. Including. This effect control microcomputer 800 controls various display effects such as variable display of the variable display device 9 according to the effect control command, and the prize ball lamp 51, the ball break lamp 52, the decoration lamp 25, and the top frame lamp. Control relating to various effects including control of 28a, left frame lamp 28b and right frame lamp 28c (lamp control) and game sound generation control (sound control) using the speaker 27 is performed.

  The CPU 86 operates using a clock signal supplied from a clock circuit (not shown) provided on the effect control board 80 as a reference clock signal, reads an effect control program stored in the ROM 84, and follows the program. Perform presentation control operations such as display control operations. The I / O port 87 is used for input / output of various data and various signals.

  The CPU 86 controls the VDP 88 according to the received effect control command, and causes the VDP 88 to read necessary data from the character ROM 89. The VDP 88 generates image data to be displayed on the variable display device 9 based on the image data read from the character ROM, and expands the image data in the VRAM 83. Then, the image data developed in the VRAM 83 is output to the variation display device 9, whereby the variation display device 9 displays an image such as an image in which the decorative symbols are variably displayed.

  The effect control microcomputer 800 receives the effect control command at the capture timing indicated by the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 800 performs display control of the variable display device 9 and speaker 27 in order to perform display control, sound control and lamp control to be performed in response to the effect indicated by the received effect control command. Drive signals and various lamp drive signals are output. In such a configuration, when effect control is performed based on the effect control command, sound control and lamp control are performed by the effect control microcomputer 800 in accordance with the display control of the variable display device 9. That is, in the effect control microcomputer, the display control of the variation display device 9 is performed based on the effect control command, and the sound control and the lamp control corresponding to the display control content are performed, whereby the display control of the variation display device 9 is performed. The sound control and the lamp control are performed in accordance with the production of (synchronized).

  The effect control microcomputer 800 outputs a sound such as a sound effect from the speaker 27 by outputting a drive signal of the speaker 27 to the sound output board 70. The effect control microcomputer 800 controls the light emitting means as described above by outputting driving signals for various light emitting means to the lamp driver board 35. Thereby, sound control and light emission control are performed in response to (in synchronization with) the effect display on the variable display device 9.

  In addition, as a signal line for transmitting the effect control command, a configuration using one signal line, that is, a serial signal line is adopted instead of the configuration using the parallel signal lines such as the above-described eight. Also good. When the serial signal line is used, the production control command is serial data, the start bit of the low level signal is transmitted before the transmission of the serial data, and the stop bit of the high level signal is transmitted after the transmission of the serial data. Since the start control command is taken in by the start bit and the stop bit, the effect control microcomputer 800 receives serial data transmitted between the start bit and the stop bit as the effect control command. .

  The audio output board 70 is a board on which an audio ROM 71, an audio IC 72, and an output circuit 73 are formed as circuits for generating sounds such as sounds and sound effects from the speaker 27. The production control microcomputer 800 outputs a sound control signal for performing control to generate sound from the speaker 27 toward the sound output board 70, and is formed on the sound output board 70 in accordance with the sound control signal. By operating the circuit, control is performed to output sound from the speaker 27. Thereby, the sound is controlled in response to (in synchronization with) the effect display on the variable display device 9.

  The lamp driver board 35 includes a lamp driver circuit 351 that drives various light emitting means such as a prize ball lamp 51, a ball break lamp 52, a decoration lamp 25, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c. A substrate on which a circuit is formed. The production control microcomputer 800 outputs drive signals of various light emitting means to the lamp driver substrate 35 and operates a circuit formed on the lamp driver substrate 35 in accordance with the drive signals, as described above. The light emission control of various light emitting means is performed. Thereby, light emission control is performed corresponding to (in synchronization with) the effect display on the variable display device 9. In addition to the lamp driver circuit 351, for example, an RTCM (real time clock module) 100, a clock circuit 353, a RAM 354, a setting operation unit 355, and backup power supply circuits 356 and 357 are mounted on the lamp driver board 35. The RTCM 100 is a device that measures the time to indicate the current “year”, “month”, “day”, “day of the week”, “hour”, “minute”, and “second”.

  FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the transmission path of the production control command between the main board 31 and the production control board 80 and the transmission path of the standard date / time command from the standard date / time data output device 300 to the production control board 80. FIG.

  The effect control command has a 2-byte structure, and the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  Between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, eight signal lines L1 to L8 and an effect control INT signal as a strobe signal are transmitted as parallel signal lines for transmitting effect control commands as parallel signals. One signal line L9 is provided. Parallel connectors (not shown) are provided at both ends of the signal lines L1 to L9. For the signal lines L1 to L9, a parallel connector on one end side is attached to a parallel connector 311 provided on the main board 31, and a parallel connector on the other end side is provided on the effect control board 80. By attaching to the parallel type connector 801, the main board 31 and the production control board 80 are connected, and the production control command is communicated between the game control microcomputer 560 and the production control microcomputer 800. It is possible.

  The effect control microcomputer 800 receives effect control commands from the eight signal lines L1 to L8 for transmitting the effect control commands at the capture timing indicated by the effect control INT signal from the signal line L9. Then, the effect control microcomputer 800 analyzes the MODE data and the EXT data of the received effect control command, specifies that the received command is the effect control command, and specifies the effect content indicated by the effect control command. Then, in order to perform display control, sound control, and lamp control to be performed corresponding to the content of the effect indicated by the effect control command, the display control of the variable display device 9 is performed, and the control signal of the speaker 27 and various lamps are controlled. The drive signal is output. In such a configuration, when effect control is performed based on the effect control command, sound control and lamp control are performed by the effect control microcomputer 800 in accordance with the display control of the variable display device 9. In other words, the effect control microcomputer 800 performs display control of the variable display device 9 based on the effect control command, and also performs sound control and lamp control corresponding to the display control content, whereby the variable display device 9 Sound control and lamp control that match (synchronize with) the effect of display control are performed.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 800 is provided separately from the pachinko gaming machine 1, and from the standard date and time data output device 300 that can be connected to the circuit (input port) inside the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is possible to receive a standard date / time command (standard date / time signal) that is an output command. The standard date / time data output device 300 includes a real-time clock unit 302, a control unit 303, an operation unit 304, and a connector 301. The standard date / time data output device 300 is command data indicating a time value (year / month / day / hour / minute / second) synchronized with Japan standard time. This is a device that outputs a date / time command to the outside, and is used to synchronize the time value of the RTCM 100 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 with the standard time, that is, to set the time value of the RTCM 100 to an accurate time value.

  The real-time clock unit 302 has a function of automatically adjusting the time measurement value to the Japan standard time periodically using a radio clock, and performs the same time measurement as the RTCM 100 (time measurement of year / month / day / hour / hour / minute / second). The control unit 303 performs various controls such as outputting a standard date / time command indicating the time value (year / month / day / hour / minute / second) in the real-time clock unit 302 to the outside. The connector 301 is a parallel-type connector for outputting a standard date / time command to the outside as a parallel signal in the same data format as the effect control command. The operation unit 304 includes operation means such as a switch provided for performing various operations such as an operation necessary for outputting a standard date / time command to the outside.

  The standard date / time command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte represents MODE (command classification and type), and the second byte represents EXT (standard value data). Since the above-described effect control command and standard date / time command are set so that the MODE data is classified into different classifications, the effect control microcomputer 800 determines that the received command is an effect based on the MODE data. It can be determined whether it belongs to a control command or a standard date / time command. Such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  For such a standard date / time data output apparatus 300, eight signal lines L 11 to L 18 and standard date / time INT signals as strobe signals are transmitted as parallel signal lines for transmitting standard date / time commands as parallel signals. And one signal line L19. Parallel connectors (not shown) are provided at both ends of the signal lines L11 to L19. As for the signal lines L11 to L19, one end side parallel connector is attached to the parallel connector 301 provided in the standard date / time data output device 300, and the other end parallel connector is connected to the effect control board 80. By attaching to the parallel connector 801 provided, the standard date and time data output device 300 and the effect control board 80 are connected, and the standard date and time data output device 300 and the effect control microcomputer 800 are connected. Enables communication of standard date / time commands.

  When using the standard date and time data output device 300, the connectors of the signal lines L1 to L9 for the effect control command provided on the effect control board 80 are removed, and the connector on one end side is attached to the connector 301 of the standard date and time data output device 300. The connectors on the other end side of the signal lines L11 to L19 are attached to the connector 801 provided on the effect control board 80. And the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (inspector at the manufacturing stage, the person in charge of the inspector at the shipping stage), and the person at the game hall (game shop clerk, inspector at the game hall, etc.) When an operation for outputting a standard date / time command is performed on the operation unit 304 by an operator such as a person in charge of the user, the control unit 303 receives a time value (second, minute, hour, day of the week, day of the week) from the real-time clock unit 302. , Month, year) data is sequentially read out, and a standard date / time command indicating the time value indicated by the data is output from the connector 301 to the outside via the signal lines L11 to L18, and a standard date / time INT signal is output to the signal line L19. Control to output to the outside. As a result, the standard date and time commands are transmitted through the signal lines L11 to L18 and are input to the effect control microcomputer 800 via the connector 801.

  When the standard date / time data output device 300 is connected by the signal lines L11 to L19, the effect control microcomputer 800 uses the eight signal lines L11 at the capturing timing indicated by the standard date / time INT signal from the signal line L19. A standard date / time command is received from L18. Specifically, as will be described later, the standard date and time command is a command (standard second command, standard minute command, standard time command, standard day of week) that indicates standard value data of each of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years. Command, standard day command, standard month command, standard year command) are provided independently (see FIG. 13B described later). Thereby, the production control microcomputer 800 can sequentially acquire the standard value data of each of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years according to the type of the received standard date / time command (see FIG. 13).

  The production control microcomputer 800 analyzes the MODE data and the EXT data of the received standard date / time command, and determines that the received command is a standard date / time command, which of the second, minute, hour, day of the week, day, month, year. RTCM100 specifies whether standard value data is to be displayed, and the standard date and time (second, minute, hour, day of the week, day, month, year) indicated by the standard date and time command, and the standard value data indicated by the standard date and time command. By changing the time value of the RTCM 100 based on setting as the time value of the time, the time value of the RTCM 100 is set to an accurate time value. For example, the standard date and time commands from the standard date and time data output device 300 are sequentially transmitted in the order of second, minute, hour, day of the week, day, day, month, and year. By receiving the standard date / time command, the time value data (year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second) of the RTCM 100 is converted into the standard value data based on the standard value data indicated by the standard date / time command. Is set.

  When the setting of the time value of the RTCM 100 using the standard date and time data output device 300 is completed, a notification indicating that the setting of such time value has been completed (for example, the change display device 9 indicates such a fact). Notification for displaying a message) is performed.

  After the setting of the time value of the RTCM 100 using the standard date / time data output device 300 is completed, the connector of the signal lines L11 to L19 is disconnected from the connector 801, and the connector of the signal lines L1 to L9 for effect control command is reattached. This makes it possible to perform effect control of the variable display device 9 and the like based on the effect control command.

  Such a standard date / time data output device 300 is a device that is used to set the time value of the RTCM 100 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to an accurate value. For example, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is introduced into a game arcade ( When the time value of the RTCM 100 needs to be adjusted, such as when the time value of the RTCM 100 is distorted in the pachinko machine 1 after being installed in the game hall, etc. Connected and used.

  The standard date / time data output device 300 may have any configuration as long as it can transmit a standard date / time command. For example, the standard date / time data output device 300 may have the following configuration. The standard date / time data output device 300 may have, for example, a function in which the real-time clock unit 302 automatically adjusts the timekeeping value to Japan standard time based on time information included in radio waves of FM broadcast. It may have a function of automatically adjusting the timekeeping value to Japan standard time based on time information included in satellite radio waves of Positioning System). In the standard date / time data output device 300, for example, the real-time clock unit 302 does not have a function of automatically adjusting the timekeeping value to Japan standard time, and a person operates the operation unit 304 to input standard time data. Based on what is done, the timekeeping value may be adjusted to Japan standard time.

  The standard date and time command is a 2-byte data delimited by 1 byte to indicate either year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, or second. Second, minute, hour, day of the week, day In this example, data for month, year, and year are sent in multiple commands. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the standard date and time command may indicate all of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years by continuous data of a plurality of bytes. That is, data of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years may be transmitted together in one command. In addition, since it is generally within a certain range such as the range of seconds, minutes, and hours after the pachinko gaming machine 1 is introduced to the amusement hall, Only a part indicating a certain range such as, minute, hour is used, and only a part of the time value of the RTCM 100 (for example, second, minute, hour) is set based on the standard date / time command. Also good.

  In addition, as a signal line for transmitting the effect control command, a configuration using one signal line, that is, a serial signal line, is adopted instead of the configuration using the parallel signal lines such as the above eight. Also good. When the serial signal line is used, the production control command is serial data, the start bit of the low level signal is transmitted before the transmission of the serial data, and the stop bit of the high level signal is transmitted after the transmission of the serial data. Since the start control command is taken in by the start bit and the stop bit, the effect control microcomputer 800 receives serial data transmitted between the start bit and the stop bit as the effect control command. .

  Further, when a configuration using a serial signal line as a signal line for transmitting the effect control command is adopted, a signal line for transmitting the standard date / time command from the standard date / time data output device 300 to the effect control microcomputer 800 may be serial. It is necessary to use signal lines.

  The standard date and time commands are not limited to sending standard date and time commands in the order of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years, but in the order of years, months, days, days of the week, hours, minutes, and seconds. The standard date / time command may be transmitted with the.

  Next, detailed circuit configurations of the effect control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 will be described. FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing detailed circuit configurations of the effect control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35.

  As described above, the effect control board 80 includes the VDP 88, the character ROM 89, and the VRAM 83 in addition to the effect control microcomputer 800. The VDP 88 is a processing device having a display control function for performing image display and a high-speed drawing function, and performs display control of the variable display device 9. The character ROM 89 is a storage means for storing image data to be displayed on the variable display device 9 in advance. The CPU 86 transmits control data for displaying an image according to the display control command to the VDP 88 according to the received effect control command. The VDP 88 reads necessary data from the character ROM 89 in order to display an image according to the control data transmitted as described above.

  The VDP 88 has a two-dimensional address space independent of the CPU 86, and the VRAM 83 is mapped there. The VDP 88 generates image data to be displayed on the variable display device 9 according to the image data in the character ROM 89, and the VDP 88 expands the image data in the VRAM 83. A VRAM 83 is a frame buffer memory for expanding image data generated by the VDP 88. The image data developed in the VRAM 83 is output to the variable display device 9.

  An audio ROM 71, an audio IC 72, and an output circuit 73 are mounted on the audio output board 70. The audio ROM 71 stores audio data including data for generating sounds such as sounds and sound effects. The output circuit 73 outputs an audio signal for generating sound from the speaker 27 to the speaker 27. The audio IC 72 reads out audio data instructed by the audio control signal from the audio ROM 71 in accordance with the audio control signal given from the effect control microcomputer 800, and generates sound from the speaker 27 according to the audio data. Control is performed to output an audio signal from the output circuit 73 toward the speaker 27.

  The lamp driver board 35 is a lamp as a driver circuit for driving various light emitting means such as a prize ball lamp 51, a ball break lamp 52, a decoration lamp 25, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c. A driver circuit 351 is mounted. The lamp driver circuit 351 drives the various light emitting means by amplifying the drive signal from the effect control microcomputer 800 and outputting it to the various light emitting means.

  Further, the RTCM 100, the clock circuit 353, the RAM 354, the setting operation unit 355, and the backup power supply circuits 356 and 357 are mounted on the lamp driver board 35. The RTCM 100 is a device that measures the time to indicate the current “year”, “month”, “day”, “day of the week”, “hour”, “minute”, and “second”. The clock circuit 353 is a circuit that generates a clock pulse signal using a crystal oscillator, and supplies the clock pulse signal to the RTCM 100. Note that the clock circuit 353 may be provided inside the RTCM 100 as well as provided outside the RTCM 100 as shown in FIG.

  The RAM 354 is a storage unit configured using, for example, an SRAM (Static Random Access Memory), and stores various information related to the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The RAM 354 is connected to the effect control microcomputer 800, and stored information is managed by the effect control microcomputer 800. Information stored in the RAM 354 is written by the effect control microcomputer 800 and read by the effect control microcomputer 800.

  The backup power supply circuit 356 is a power supply circuit that supplies backup power for operating the RTCM 100 and the clock circuit 353 when the supply of power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off. The backup power supply circuit 357 is a power supply circuit that supplies backup power for backing up data stored in the RAM 354 when the supply of power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off. By supplying the backup power from the backup power supply circuit 356, the power supply of the RTCM 100 and the clock circuit 353RAM 354 is cut off by the operation of the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 during off-hours of the game hall. Even during the operation, it is in an operating state, and various operations such as a timing operation are executed. In addition, due to the supply of backup power from the backup power supply circuit 357, the RAM 354 is in an operating state even when the power supply is shut off by operating the power switch of the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as outside the business hours of the game hall. Since the stored data is backed up, the stored data does not disappear.

  Further, the setting operation unit 355 can perform various setting operations such as an operation for setting information used for displaying various information on the variable display device 9 and an operation for setting various information regarding the RTCM 100. Input operation means. The setting operation unit 355 is provided in a manner that the player cannot operate. The operation signal of the setting operation unit 355 is input to the effect control microcomputer 800. Further, the signal output from the selection button 358 is input to the lamp driver board 35, then passes through a signal path formed on the lamp driver board 35, and is output from the lamp driver board 35 to produce an effect control micro signal. Input to computer 800. The signal output from the selection button 358 may be input to the effect control microcomputer 800 without going through the lamp driver board 35.

  Next, the configuration of the RTCM 100 will be described. FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the RTCM 100. As shown in FIG. The RTCM 100 includes a register circuit 101, a clock input circuit 102, a clock output circuit 103, an interrupt output circuit 104, a data input / output circuit 105, and a control circuit 106.

  The RTCM 100 implements a clock / calendar function, a fixed-cycle timer interrupt function, an alarm interrupt function, and a clock output function by these circuits. The clock / calendar function is a function that counts the year (year), month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second. The fixed-cycle timer interrupt function is a function that generates a periodic interrupt event at an arbitrary time period. The alarm interrupt function is a function for generating an interrupt event at a set time such as day, day, hour, minute. The clock output function is a function for outputting a clock signal (clock pulse for external supply) set to a predetermined frequency to the outside of the RTCM 100.

  The clock input circuit 102 is an input circuit including a frequency divider. The clock input circuit 102 divides the clock signal (clock pulse for time measurement) input from the clock circuit 353 described above, and uses the RTCM 100 as a source clock signal having a predetermined frequency. To supply. The register circuit 101 includes various registers, and stores data used to realize a clock / calendar function, a fixed-cycle timer interrupt function, an alarm interrupt function, and a clock output function.

  The register circuit 101 includes a frequency output setting register unit 1010, a clock / calendar counter unit 1020, an alarm register unit 1030, a timer register unit 1040, a control register unit 1050, and a shift register unit 1060.

  The frequency output setting register unit 1010 stores data used to control the clock signal to be output when it is necessary to supply (output) a clock signal having a predetermined frequency from the clock output circuit 103 to the outside. A register 1011 is included. The frequency output setting register 1011 sets (stores) data used for clock signal output control such as data indicating the frequency of the clock signal output from the clock output circuit 103. In the frequency output setting register 1011, various data such as frequency selection data for selecting a frequency when the clock signal is output to the outside is set.

  The clock output circuit 103 generates a clock signal having a predetermined frequency based on the clock signal received from the clock input circuit 102 in response to a request from the production control microcomputer 800, and supplies (outputs) the clock signal to the outside of the RTCM 100. Circuit. The clock output circuit 103 receives a clock signal from the clock input circuit 102 and receives a clock output request signal for indicating whether or not to output the clock signal from the effect control microcomputer 800. For example, the clock output circuit 103 outputs the clock signal. A control signal for controlling the clock signal such as control and frequency control of the clock signal is input from the control circuit 106. Then, the control circuit 106 monitors whether or not the clock output request signal input to the clock output circuit 103 requests output of the clock signal. Control is performed so that a clock signal having a frequency set in the frequency output setting register 1011 is output from the clock output circuit 103 by the control signal.

  The clock / calendar counter unit 1020 receives a clock signal from the clock input circuit 102 and counts the year (year), month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second based on the clock signal. It includes a plurality of registers used for this purpose. The count values of year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second by the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 are used as time values by the RTCM 100. The registers of the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 include a second register 1021, minute register 1022, hour register 1023, day register 1024, day register 1025, month register 1026, and year register 1027.

  The second register 1021 increments the count value by one every time one second is counted by an internal counter (not shown) provided in the timepiece / calendar counter unit 1020 based on the clock signal input from the clock input circuit 102. It is a register that stores data for counting seconds by incrementing and updating. The second register 1021 counts from 00 seconds to 59 seconds, such as 00 seconds, 01 seconds,... 59 seconds, 00 seconds, 01 seconds, etc., and then carries a carry when it reaches 60 seconds. Repeat counting from 00 seconds. The minute register 1022 is a register that stores data for counting minutes by incrementing and updating the count value by 1 every time the second count value by the second register 1021 becomes 00 seconds and the carry is carried. The minute register 1022 counts from 00 minutes to 59 minutes, such as 00 minutes, 01 minutes,..., 59 minutes, 00 minutes, 01 minutes,.

  The hour register 1023 is a register that stores data for counting time by incrementing and updating the count value by 1 every time the minute count value by the minute register 1022 is carried. The hour register 1023 counts from 00 o'clock to 23 o'clock, such as 00 o'clock, 01 o'clock,. Repeat counting from 00 o'clock.

  The day register 1024 is a register for indicating the day of the week associated with the bit set to “1” by setting any one of 7 bits of 0 to 6 bits to “1”. The day register 1024 sequentially updates the bits set to “1” out of 7 bits of 0 to 6 bits each time the count value of the hour by the hour register 1023 is carried, thereby obtaining the data for counting the day of the week. Remember. In the day register 1024, “1” is added every time the count value of the hour is incremented, such as 01h Sunday (Sunday), 02h Monday (Monday)... 40h Sunday (Saturday), 01h Sunday (Sunday). When the eighth bit is counted and the eighth bit is counted, the count is returned to the initial value and the count is repeated.

  The day register 1025 is a register for storing data for counting the day by incrementing and updating the count value by 1 each time the hour count value by the hour register 1023 is carried. In the day register 1025, 01 day, 02 day,..., 30 day, 01 day,..., The last day of the month (January, March, May, July, August, December) It counts until the 31st, April, June, September, and November 30th, the regular year (years other than the leap year) February 28th, and the leap year February 29th). When the next day comes, carry up and repeat counting from 01st.

  The month register 1026 is a register that stores data for counting the month by incrementing and updating the count value by 1 each time the day count value by the day register 1025 is carried. The month register 1026 counts from January to December, such as 01, 02,..., December, 01,..., And then carries a carry when it becomes the next month of December. Repeat the count from January.

  The year register 1027 is a register that stores data for counting the year by incrementing and updating the count value by 1 each time the month count value by the month register 1026 is carried. The year register 1027 counts from 00 to 99, such as 00, 01,..., 99, 00, and so on. Repeat.

  In the clock / calendar counter unit 1020, based on the count values indicated by the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day register 1025, the month register 1026, and the year register 1027, the year (year) ), Month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second. Then, based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355 at an arbitrary timing such as at the time of manufacture or installation at the game hall, the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day register 1025, month register 1026, and year register 1027 are set to the current year (western calendar), month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second, and the current year (western calendar) is set. , Month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second can be counted correctly. Further, the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 changes the setting of the count value of each register based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355 even after the initial setting of the count value, so that the year (year) , Month, day, day of the week, hour, minute and second can be adjusted.

  The alarm register unit 1030 includes a plurality of registers used for generating an interrupt event called an alarm interrupt event on a set day, day, hour, minute, or the like. The alarm register unit 1030 includes a minute alarm register 1031, an hour alarm register 1032, a day alarm register 1033, and a day alarm register 1034.

  The minute alarm register 1031 is a register for storing data for setting “minute” in the timing of generating the alarm interrupt event. The hour alarm register 1032 is a register for storing data for setting “hour” out of the times when the alarm interrupt event is generated. The day-of-week alarm register 1033 is a register for storing data for setting “day of the week” in the time when the alarm interrupt event is generated. The day alarm register 1034 is a register for storing data for setting “day” in the time of generating the alarm interrupt event.

  Based on performing a predetermined operation at the above-described setting operation unit 355 at an arbitrary timing, the time when the alarm interrupt event is generated is set to the minute alarm register 1031, hour alarm register 1032, day alarm register 1033, and date. The alarm register 1034 can be set. In the alarm register unit 1030, based on the values indicated by the minute alarm register 1031, hour alarm register 1032, day alarm register 1033, and day alarm register 1034, the time (day, Day, hour, minute).

  The control register unit 1050 includes a plurality of registers used for setting and executing various controls performed to realize a clock / calendar function, a fixed-cycle timer interrupt function, an alarm interrupt function, and a clock output function. Including. The registers of the control register unit 1050 include a first control register 1051 and a second control register 1052.

  The first control register 1051 holds an event generation detection result for each of an alarm interrupt event and a fixed-cycle timer interrupt event, which will be described later, and settings for the operation of the interrupt signal when the event occurs (interrupt signal). This is a register for storing data used for controlling an interrupt event such as setting whether or not to output. The second control register 1052 stops and restarts the timekeeping operation, resets the count value (internal counter value) of less than 1 second, temporarily stops and restarts the update operation of the clock / calendar counter unit 1020, etc. It is a register for storing data used for predetermined control.

  In the control circuit 106, the current time data indicating the current day, day, hour, and minute values counted by the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 and the alarm register unit 1030 are set to generate an alarm interrupt event. Alarm time data indicating the time such as day, day, hour, minute, etc. is monitored to determine whether or not they match. The interrupt output circuit 104 is configured to generate an alarm interrupt signal indicating that an alarm interrupt event is generated based on a control signal from the control circuit 106 and a periodic interrupt indicating that a periodic interrupt event described later is generated. This is a circuit for selecting one of the embedded signals and outputting the selected signal to the outside of the RTCM 100. The control circuit 106 interrupts the alarm interrupt signal on condition that the first control register 1051 is set to output an alarm interrupt signal when the current time data and the alarm time data match. The output from the input / output circuit 104 is controlled.

  The timer register unit 1040 includes a plurality of registers used for generating an interrupt event called a fixed-cycle interrupt event with a set cycle. The timer register unit 1040 includes a timer setting register 1041 and a timer count register 1042 as registers.

  The timer setting register 1041 is a register for setting a cycle for generating a periodic interrupt event. The timer count register 1042 counts (decreases) a time corresponding to the period set by the timer setting register 1041 every time it is confirmed that one second has elapsed based on the clock signal input from the clock input circuit 102. This is a register for counting.

  It is possible to set the period for generating the periodic interrupt event in the timer setting register 1041 based on a predetermined operation in the setting operation unit 355 described above at an arbitrary timing.

  In the control circuit 106, it is determined whether or not the timer count register 1042 has counted (down counted) the time corresponding to the period set by the timer setting register 1041. When the control circuit 106 determines that the time corresponding to the previously set period has been counted, the first control register 1051 is set to output a fixed period interrupt signal. Control is performed to output an interrupt signal from the interrupt output circuit 104.

  The shift register unit 1060 includes a shift register 1061. The shift register 1061 writes data from outside the RTCM 100 to each of the frequency output setting register unit 1010, the clock / calendar counter unit 1020, the alarm register unit 1030, the timer register unit 1040, and the control register unit 1050. These registers are used for serially transferring data when data is input and when data is output from these registers to the outside of the RTCM 100. The shift register unit 1060 receives data from the frequency output setting register unit 1010, the clock / calendar counter unit 1020, the alarm register unit 1030, the timer register unit 1040, and the control register unit 1050 via the data bus 1070. Bi-directional transfer.

  The data input / output circuit 105 is a circuit for serially inputting / outputting data to / from the registers in the register circuit 101 in response to a request from the production control microcomputer 800. The data input / output circuit 105 receives an input / output request signal for requesting input / output of data from the effect control microcomputer 800. In the data input / output circuit 105, a data input / output clock signal is input from the effect control microcomputer 800.

  Further, the data input / output circuit 105 receives writing (input) data (serial data) or reading (output) data (serial data) from the effect control microcomputer 800.

  As data for writing, there are mode data for designating a data writing mode, address data for designating an address (register address) for writing data, and write data for writing to the address. The data is input serially from the effect control microcomputer 800 to the data input / output circuit 105. The control circuit 106 monitors the input / output request signal and data input to the data input / output circuit 105, and selects and selects the address of the register specified by the address data when the mode data indicates the write mode. Control is performed to write the write data output to the bus 1070 via the shift register unit 1060 at the address.

  Such data writing is performed based on the fact that a person performs an operation for writing data using the setting operation unit 355 or that the production control microcomputer 800 receives the standard date and time command described above. This can be done by providing an output request signal and data for writing from the production control microcomputer 800 to the RTCM 100.

  For example, when a standard second command is received as a standard date / time command, a data input / output request signal and a standard second data indicated by the standard second command are written to the second register 1021 of the clock / calendar counter unit 1020. Data is input from the production control microcomputer 800 to the data input / output circuit 105 of the RTCM 100. In this case, the write data includes mode data for designating the data write mode, address data for designating an address for writing data (address of the second register 1021), and write data to be written to the address. Embedded data (standard second data indicated by the standard second command). When such data for writing is input, the control circuit 106 selects the address of the register (address of the second register 1021) specified by the address data input to the data input / output circuit 105, and selects the selected address. Control can be performed to write the write data (standard second data indicated by the standard second command) to the address. Thereby, the count value of the second register 1021 is set to the standard second by being rewritten to the standard second data.

  In addition, when a standard minute command other than the standard second command, a standard time command, a standard day command, a standard day command, a standard month command, and a standard year command are received as standard date and time commands, As when received, the data input / output request signal and the data indicated by the received standard date / time command (standard minute data, standard time data, standard day data, standard day data, standard month data, or standard year data) For writing to the corresponding register (the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day register 1025, the month register 1026, or the year register 1027) of the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 However, RTCM100 data from the production control microcomputer 800 Is input to the output circuit 105. In this case, the data for writing includes mode data for designating the data writing mode, and an address (minute register 1022, hour register 1023, day register 1024, day register 1025, month register 1026 for writing data) Or address data designating the year register 1027) and write data to be written to the address (standard minute data indicated by the standard minute command, standard time data indicated by the standard time command, standard day data indicated by the standard day command, Standard date data indicated by the standard date command, standard month data indicated by the standard month command, or standard year data indicated by the standard year command). When such data for writing is input, the control circuit 106 causes the address of the register specified by the address data input to the data input / output circuit 105 (the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, The day register 1025, the month register 1026, or the year register address) is selected, and the write data is written to the selected address. As a result, the count value of the designated register is rewritten to the standard value data, thereby setting the standard value data.

  As the data for reading, mode data for designating a data reading mode and address data for designating an address (register address) for reading data are serially input / output from the production control microcomputer 800. Input to the circuit 105. The control circuit 106 monitors the input / output request signal and data input to the data input / output circuit 105, selects the address of the register designated by the address data when the mode data indicates the read mode, and selects the selected address Is read out and output to the bus 1070, the read data is input to the data input / output circuit 105 via the shift register unit 1060, and serially output from the data input / output circuit 105 to the effect control microcomputer 800. Control to do. For such data reading, the data input / output request signal and the data for reading are automatically given to the RTCM 100 when the production control microcomputer 800 is necessary for production control, and a person operates the setting operation unit. The data input / output request signal and the data for reading are supplied from the effect control microcomputer 800 to the RTCM 100 based on the operation for reading the data by 355.

  Here, when a data input / output request signal and data for reading are given to the RTCM 100 based on an operation for reading data by the setting operation unit 355, for example, in the following cases Is included. When a person such as a game shop clerk wants to confirm the current time value of the RTCM 100, the time value data is read from the RTCM 100 based on an operation for reading the data by the setting operation unit 355, and the variable display device 9 can be displayed. Further, when it is desired to check the values of various registers used to realize the above-described fixed-cycle timer interrupt function, alarm interrupt function, and clock output function, an operation for reading data by the setting operation unit 355 is performed. On the basis of this, the time value data can be read from the RTCM 100 and displayed on the fluctuation display device 9.

  Next, a random counter as numerical value updating means for updating numerical data to generate random numbers used for control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described. FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining a random counter used by the game control microcomputer 560 to generate random numbers used for game control. FIG. 8 shows random counters R1 to R6 as an example of the random counter.

  As described above, whether or not to make a big hit (big hit determination) is performed using R1 which is a random value generated by the above-described random number circuit which is a hardware circuit. R2 to R6, which are random number values used for, are generated using numerical values updated by software executed by the game control microcomputer 560. R1 is updated between “0” and “256”.

  R2 is a big hit which type of big hit, which is a normal big hit, a first positive variation big hit, or a second positive big hit when it is determined in advance by a big hit determination using R1 Numerical data updating means (random counter) for generating random numbers used to determine the type and the special symbol jackpot symbol. R2 is configured to count up from “0” to “99” which is the upper limit thereof, and to count up again from “0”. This R2 is added and updated by 1 every 2 msec.

  When a valid start prize (start prize in a state where the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit number) is detected by the start switch 14a, each of R1 and R2 described above is extracted and the stored data is stored accordingly. Is stored in the RAM 55. And about R1, in the special symbol normal process mentioned later, the extraction value of R1 memorize | stored in RAM55 in that way is the stage before starting the fluctuation | variation display of a special symbol in the special symbol indicator 8 previously determined. It is determined whether or not it matches the jackpot determination value. In this determination, if they match, it is determined that the display result of the variable display is a big hit display result and a big hit is generated, and the above-described control for setting the big hit gaming state is performed. If they do not coincide with each other, it is determined that the display result of the variable display is not a big hit (becomes a dismissal display result), and the gaming state does not change. In a low probability state other than the probability variation state, the jackpot determination value is set to one numerical value, for example. In a high probability state that is a probabilistic change state, the big hit judgment value is set to a plurality of numerical values (in this case, the big hit judgment value is set so that the numerical order does not become an adjacent numerical value in order to prevent bias in the big hit judgment value. The probability of hitting a jackpot is improved as compared with the low probability state.

  The value of R2 is allocated and associated with the type of jackpot and the type of jackpot symbol as follows, for example. When the value of R2 is “0”, it is determined that the normal big hit and the special big hit symbol is “1”. When the value of R2 is “1”, it is determined that the second probability variation big hit and that the special symbol big hit symbol is “3”. When the value of R2 is “2”, it is determined that the normal big hit and the special big hit symbol is “5”. When the value of R2 is “3”, it is determined that the first probability variation big hit and that the special symbol big hit symbol is “7”. When the value of R2 is “4”, it is determined that the normal big hit and the special big hit symbol is “9”. Therefore, either the normal big hit or the probable big hit is selected and determined according to the extracted value of R2, and the special big hit symbol is also selected and determined. Data indicating the relationship between the value of R2 and the determined type of jackpot gaming state and the type of jackpot symbol is stored in the ROM 54.

  R3 causes the special symbol display 8 to display any type of outlier symbol when it is determined that no big hit is generated by the jackpot determination using R1, that is, when it is determined in advance that it will be out of date. It is a numerical data update means (random counter) for generating a random number used to determine whether or not. R3 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit “4”, and then count up again from “0”, and add 1 every 2 msec and interrupt processing surplus time. Updated. The value of R3 is allocated and associated with each of the special symbol outlier symbols (“0” symbol and “2, 4, 6, 8” even symbol). R3 is extracted at a predetermined timing before starting the variable symbol display of the special symbol, and the special symbol corresponding to the value of R3 selected by lottery is determined as the off symbol.

  Here, the count-up operation in the remaining interrupt processing time performed in a predetermined random counter such as R3 will be described. The CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 performs various controls by periodically executing interrupt processing. For a certain interrupt processing, after the interrupt processing is executed, a period until the next execution start of the interrupt processing is performed. Waiting for interrupt processing. Repeating the random counter addition update process using an infinite loop during the interrupt process surplus time waiting for such interrupt process is called counting up the interrupt process surplus time.

  R4 is a numerical data update means (random) used to generate random numbers used to randomly select and determine a variation pattern that is a variation display pattern of the special symbol display 8 and the variation display device 9 (referred to as variation pattern determination). Counter). R4 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to “99” which is the upper limit thereof, and count up again from “0”, and once every 2 msec and the remaining time of interrupt processing. Added and updated. Based on the value of the counter extracted from R4 at a predetermined timing such as at the start of special symbol variation, based on the relationship between the predetermined count value and the variation pattern, from among a plurality of predetermined variation patterns The variation pattern used for variation display is selected and determined. Each fluctuation pattern has a predetermined fluctuation display time (the time from the start of fluctuation display until the display result is derived and displayed, also called the fluctuation time). The variable display time is selected and determined. Data that defines the relationship between the count value of R4 and a plurality of types of variation patterns is set in a variation pattern data table stored in the ROM 54.

  R5 determines the reach display mode described above during the variable display when the variable display device 9 is determined not to generate a big hit by the big hit determination using R1, that is, when it is determined to be out of play. For reach determination to generate a random number used to randomly determine whether to form (hereinafter referred to as “reach out”) or not to form a reach display mode (hereinafter referred to as “non-reach out”) Numerical data updating means (random counter). R5 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit “39”, and then count up again from “0”, and add 1 every 2 msec and interrupt processing surplus time. Updated. At the stage before determining the variation pattern, the value of R5 is extracted, and it is determined whether or not the extracted value of R5 matches a predetermined reach determination value. If these values match, it is determined that the reach is out of control, and the reach state is controlled during the variable display in which the display result is out of control. On the other hand, when these values do not coincide with each other, it is determined that the non-reach is out of control, and control is performed not to reach the reach state during the variable display in which the display result is out of place.

  R6 is a numerical data update means (random counter) for generating random numbers used to randomly determine in advance whether or not to generate a hit for the variable display of the normal symbol display 10. R6 is configured to count up from an initial value such as “0”, count up to its upper limit “11”, and then count up again from the initial value such as “0”, and every 2 msec. One is added and updated. When a valid start passage is detected by the gate switch 32a, the R6 random number is extracted and stored in the RAM 55 as passage storage data. Then, it is determined whether or not the extracted value coincides with a predetermined hit determination value at a stage before starting the normal symbol variation display, and if it matches, the normal symbol hit may be generated. The above-described control is performed, and in the case of a mismatch, it is determined to be off and the above-described control is not performed.

  FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining an example of various random counters used by the effect control microcomputer 800 for effect control. FIG. 9 shows, as an example of a random counter, a random counter RV for determining the contents of effects, and random counters RU-1 to RU-3 for determining decorative symbols to be stopped.

  RU-1 to RU-3 are numerical value updating means for determining a decorative symbol stop symbol for generating a random number used to randomly determine a stop symbol of the decorative symbol in advance for the variable display device 9 (random Counter). RU-1 is used to determine the stop symbol of the left symbol. RU-2 is used to determine the stop symbol of the middle symbol. RU-3 is used to determine the stop symbol of the right symbol. For each of RU-1 to RU-3, RU-1 is updated every 33 msec, RU-2 is updated every carry of RU-1, and RU-3 is added and updated every carry of RU-2. After being updated and updated to 9 which is the upper limit, it is updated again from 0.

  The decorative symbol is composed of, for example, ten symbols 0 to 9, and is displayed in a variable (updated) manner in accordance with a predetermined symbol arrangement order such as 0, 1, 2,... To go. In the predetermined lost symbol determination data table, numerical data for determining a decorative symbol stop symbol is associated with each of a plurality of types of decorative symbols, and the game control microcomputer 560 determines a big hit (by R1). In the case where it is determined not to be a big hit in (determination), and it is determined that it will not be reached and it is determined not to reach the reach state by reach determination, RU-1 to RU-1 at a predetermined timing The symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from each of RU-3 is determined as a stop symbol that is a variation display result of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols. When the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with the symbol of the big hit by accident, correction is performed so that it becomes a symbol of loss (for example, the right symbol is shifted by one symbol) and each stop is performed. The symbol is determined. In addition, in the case of such non-reach deviation, if the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is accidentally reached, the correction is made so that the non-reach off symbol becomes a non-reach symbol (for example, the right symbol is changed). Each symbol is determined by one symbol shift correction).

  Further, when it is determined that the reach state is reached by the reach determination, the symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from RU-1 among the random numbers extracted at the above-described timing is reached. The symbols for the left and right decorative symbols forming the state are determined as stop symbols, and the symbol corresponding to the numerical data matching the counter value extracted from RU-2 is determined as the stop symbol for the middle symbol. Also in this case, when the combination of the big hit symbol is accidentally made, each stop symbol is determined by correcting the symbol so that it becomes an off symbol (for example, correcting the middle symbol by one symbol).

  Further, when the big hit judgment is made by the big hit judgment by the game control microcomputer 560, the big hit type / hit symbol determination (determined by R2) is usually the big hit, the first probability variation big hit, or the second probability variation big hit. Is determined based on the random number extracted from RU-1 at a predetermined timing, the variation display result of each of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols is a combination of jackpot symbols that become a doublet Randomly determined as

  Specifically, the combination of big hit symbols corresponding to each of the normal big hit and the second probability variation big hit is a doublet of either of the 0 or even number of decorative symbols. The relationship between the value of RU-1 and the normal jackpot symbol and the second probability variation jackpot symbol is set in the normal jackpot / second probability variation jackpot symbol determination data table stored in the control ROM 84. When it is determined that the normal big hit or the second probability variation big hit is determined, the 0 or even decoration corresponding to the random number extracted from RU-1 is used using the normal big hit / second probability variation big hit symbol determination data table. One of the symbols is selected as the normal jackpot symbol or the second probability variation jackpot symbol, and the slot of the symbol is determined as the jackpot display result by the left, middle and right symbols.

  As described above, in the case of this embodiment, the same type of jackpot display result (combination of jackpot symbols) is used for both the normal jackpot and the second probability variable jackpot, and as described above. In addition, since these jackpots are not controlled to the short-time state after the jackpot game state is finished, it is not possible to determine which kind of jackpot is made only by looking at the display result of the decorative symbols. Therefore, as described later, when a predetermined condition such that a predetermined period has elapsed from the operation start date is satisfied, when the second probability variation big hit is reached, after the big hit gaming state is finished, that is, high probability low When in the base state, a special effect is performed in which a predetermined mission effect is executed.

  Here, the mission effect will be described. The mission effect notifies (presents) a mission period as an effective period to the player in advance and a predetermined effect selected from a plurality of types of effects (for example, an effect that causes a predetermined reach pattern to appear) as a mission, This is a special effect that is controlled to the big hit gaming state when a predetermined effect notified (presented) is executed within the notified mission period. Specifically, at the time of mission performance, the conditions (achievement conditions) indicated as issues that can be achieved by the player are selected from among a plurality of types of achievement conditions and presented to the player, and the fluctuations are presented. When displayed, it indicates whether the mission can be accomplished (successful). When the achievement condition is satisfied and the mission is achieved, an effect indicating that the mission is achieved is performed, and the player is controlled in a state advantageous to the player, for example, the first probability variation big hit.

  Specifically, during the mission period, the gaming control microcomputer 560 determines that the big hit is determined by the above-described big hit determination using R1, and the determination of the big hit type using the above-described R2 is the first. When it is determined that 1 chance big hit will be made, the production control microcomputer 800 executes an effect indicating that the mission is achieved, thereby confirming that the mission is achieved when the mission is achieved. The effect shown is performed, and the situation is such that the player is controlled in an advantageous state for the player, for example, the first probability variation big hit. When the mission is achieved, it may be notified that the first big hit has been confirmed. Further, the mission is not limited to the first probability variation big hit, but may be achieved when it is determined to be the second probability variation big hit, and is usually achieved when it is decided to be the big probability big hit. It may be. In other words, the mission only needs to be achieved when it is determined to be controlled in a state advantageous to the player.

  Note that the special effect is not limited to the mission effect, for example, after displaying a special character set in advance, displaying a super reach, etc., after the end of the big hit gaming state by the second certainty big hit, that is, Any effect may be executed as long as it can be identified that a special effect is being performed.

  Also, the combination of the jackpot symbol corresponding to the first probability variation jackpot is a doublet of any symbol of the odd number of ornament symbols. The relationship between the value of RU-1 and the first probability variation jackpot symbol is set in the first probability variation jackpot symbol determination data table stored in the control ROM 84. When it is determined that the first probability variation big hit is determined, any one of the odd decorative symbols corresponding to the random numbers extracted from RU-1 using the first probability variation big hit symbol determination data table is the first probability variation. The big hit symbol is selected, and the doublet of the symbol is determined as the big hit display result by the left, middle and right symbols.

  In this embodiment, in the mission period in which the mission effect is performed, the occurrence of the first jackpot symbol reach symbol is notified as a mission achievement condition, and when the mission is achieved and the jackpot display result is displayed, The first probability variation jackpot symbol is displayed from the reach symbol. Specifically, the mission is achieved when it is determined that the big hit is determined by the big hit determination using R1 and the first positive variation big hit is determined by the determination of the big hit type using R2. Thus, when the combination of symbols for the first probability variation jackpot is selected as the jackpot display result, the reach symbol displayed in the variation display becomes the reach symbol of the first jackpot symbol.

  RV is a numerical data updating means (random counter) for determining the contents of effects for generating random numbers used to randomly determine the contents of various effects performed by the variable display device 9. RV is configured to count up from “0”, count up to “256” which is the upper limit thereof, and count up again from “0”, and is incremented and updated by 1 every 33 msec. Based on the counter value extracted from the RV at a predetermined timing, the content of the effect is selected and determined based on the relationship between the predetermined counter value and the content of the effect.

  In this embodiment, when the game control microcomputer 560 decides to reach in the variable display, that is, when it is decided to make a big hit, and the reach is decided to be off. In some cases, a reach command, which is a variation pattern command for designating reach, is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560. The reach command is any one of a first reach command that specifies a change time of 30 seconds, a second reach command that specifies a change time of 20 seconds, and a third reach command that specifies a change time of 15 seconds. Command is sent.

  When the reach control microcomputer 800 receives a reach command, it uses a data table called a reach table to select and determine a change pattern in the change display, and execute the change display using the determined change pattern. The reach table includes a plurality of jackpot reach tables that are used when it is determined that the variable display result is a big hit, and a loss time reach table that is used when it is determined that the variable display result is a gap. Includes types of reach tables. In addition, the big hit time reach table includes a first hit table for a big hit that makes it difficult to select a special reach as a type of reach production, and a second reach table for a big hit that makes it easier to select a special reach than the first reach table for the big hit. Is included. The big hit time first reach table and the big hit time second reach table are used for each operation period from the start of operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on the time value of the RTCM 100.

  In the effect control microcomputer 800, when the second reach command is received, a predetermined reach table called “second normal reach” is not used, regardless of whether or not the fluctuation display result is a big hit. Or, it is selected by the big hit hour reach table, and the effect of the second normal reach is executed during the variable display. Further, in the production control microcomputer 800, when the third reach command is received, it is a predetermined normal reach production called third normal reach regardless of whether or not the fluctuation display result is a big hit. An effect different from the second normal reach is selected from the reach table or the big hit reach table, and the third normal reach effect is executed during the variable display. When the first reach command is received, when the variable display result is out of order, it is a predetermined normal reach effect called first normal reach, which is different from the second normal reach and the third normal reach. Is selected from the reach table at the time of disconnection, and the first normal reach is executed. In addition, when the first reach command is received, when the variable display result is a big hit, the first normal reach and the special reach production for performing the special reach production are selected as the first reach table at the big hit. Or, it is selected by the second reach table at the time of big hit, and the selected reach effect is executed during the variable display.

  As described above, the special reach in the case of the present embodiment is a reach effect in which the variable display result is a big hit, and is an effect that can be selected only when the display result is a big hit. The special reach is the above-described first reach table at the big hit or the second reach table at the big hit only when it is designated by the symbol information command received by the production control microcomputer 800 that the variation display result is a combination of the big hit symbols. Is selected at a predetermined ratio, and is not selected when it is designated by the symbol information command that the variation display result is a combination of symbols that are out of sync. When the big hit second reach table is used, the ratio of the special reach selected is higher than when the big hit first reach table is used. As described above, the special reach is not limited to a big hit when it appears, but may be a special reach set so that a big hit is more likely to occur than a normal reach.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, when the first reach command is received when the display result is a big hit, the value of RV is extracted, and the operation from the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed based on the extracted value. Depending on the period, the first reach table at the big hit or the second reach table at the big hit is used to randomly determine which of the special reach effect and the first normal reach effect is selected.

  FIG. 10 is a diagram showing, in a tabular form, the contents of a reach table used to select a reach effect by the effect control microcomputer 800.

  In FIG. 10, the first reach table at the big hit is shown in (a), the second reach table at the big hit is shown in (b), and the reach table at the time of loss is shown in (c). Each of the first hit table at the big hit and the second reach table at the big hit is a reach effect when the symbol information command instructs the big hit (as described above, the variation pattern is one of the reach commands). This is a reach table that is selectively used to determine the type of the table. The reach-time reach table is a reach table used to determine the type of reach effect when any of the reach commands is received as a variation pattern command instructed to be removed by a symbol information command. .

  In the big hit first reach table shown in (a), when the first reach command is received, when the extracted value of RV extracted as described above is any one of 0 to 19, special reach is performed. When the extracted value of RV is any one of 20 to 199, it is determined to be the first normal reach. That is, when the first reach command is received, it is determined to set the special reach at a rate of 10%. Further, in the big hit first reach table, when the second reach command is received, it is determined to be the second normal reach. Further, in the big hit first reach table, when the third reach command is received, it is determined to be the third normal reach.

  In the second hit table at the big hit shown in (b), when the first reach command is received, when the extracted value of RV extracted as described above becomes any one of 0 to 79, the special reach is performed. When the extracted value of RV is any one of 80 to 199, it is determined to be the first normal reach. That is, when the first reach command is received, it is determined to set the special reach at a rate of 40%. In this way, the ratio for selecting the special reach is higher in the second reach table for big hits than in the first reach table for big hits. Further, in the second hit table at the big hit, it is determined to be the second normal reach when the second reach command is received. Also, in the big hit second reach table, when the third reach command is received, it is determined to be the third normal reach.

  Such a big hit first reach table and a big hit second reach table are selectively used according to the operation period from the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as shown in FIG.

  In the loss reach table shown in (c), when the first reach command is received, the special reach is not determined, but the first normal reach is determined. That is, when the first reach command is received, it is determined to set the first normal reach at a rate of 100%. Also, in the loss reach reach table, when the second reach command is received, it is determined to be the second normal reach. Further, in the loss reach reach table, when the third reach command is received, it is determined to be the third normal reach.

  Next, a project, project advance notice, notification, special effect, special reach selection rate switching, and simultaneous operation performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11.

  In this embodiment, a project refers to a plan for changing the display mode of effects and the like on the variable display device 9 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when a specific date (first date) is reached. Further, the project notice is displayed at a specific date and time, for example, using the variable display device 9 when the date and time (second date and time) before a specific date and time when the project is executed is reached. This refers to performing a notice effect informing that it is possible to specify that the aspect is changed.

  Further, the notification is that the game hall (game shop) where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed notifies the player of various information related to the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the game hall using, for example, the variable display device 9. That means. The special effect means a special effect in which the mission effect as described above is performed.

  The special reach selection rate switching refers to switching the ratio of selecting the special reach when reaching the reach in the decorative symbol display for each predetermined period.

  In addition, the simultaneous operation means that a predetermined operation is simultaneously executed by all the pachinko gaming machines 1 on the gaming machine installation island where a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 are installed. Specifically, in each of the plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 installed on the gaming machine installation island, the timing for executing the simultaneous operation is set as shown in FIG. The machine 1 determines whether or not it is time to execute the simultaneous operation, and at that time, the predetermined operation set as the simultaneous operation is executed, so that a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 Predetermined operations are executed all at once. The simultaneous operation includes a simultaneous demonstration display that performs a predetermined demonstration display (hereinafter abbreviated as “demo display”) at a predetermined timing (including the timing during business hours) such as outside the business hours of the amusement hall. In addition, there is a simultaneous production that performs a predetermined production at a predetermined timing (including a timing outside business hours) such as during business hours of a game hall.

  FIG. 11 is a diagram showing, in a tabular form, various data tables provided for performing a project, project notice, notification, special effect, special reach selection rate switching, and simultaneous operation in the pachinko gaming machine 1. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing, in a tabular form, the types of effect standards used for variable display in the variable display device 9.

  In FIG. 11, (a) is an operation period-specific effect selection information table, (b) is a reach effect selection information table, (c) is a project execution information table, (d) is a project notice information table, and (e) is notified. An information table, (f) shows a special performance information table, and (g) shows a simultaneous operation information table. Such various data tables are set with default values of various data when the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is registered based on the programs and data for creating these data tables stored in the control ROM 84. The produced data table is created by the production control microcomputer 800 and stored in the RAM 354 of the lamp driver board 35. As described above, the various data tables stored in the RAM 354 can change various data such as the above-described default values based on the data input from the setting operation unit 355. Since the stored data is backed up by the backup power from the backup power source 357 as described above, the RAM 354 stores the power even when the power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data will never disappear.

  As for these various data tables, the data of the data table that is the prototype of the data table is stored in the control ROM 84, and the data is transferred from the control ROM 84 to the RAM 354 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. You may make it produce by writing various data in a data table. In this case, various data stored in a predetermined storage medium may be prepared, and the data stored in the storage medium may be transferred to the RAM 354 and written in the data table.

  The performance selection information table by operation period shown in (a) classifies the operation period, which is the time elapsed from the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1, into several periods, and selects an effect by the classified operation period. It is a data table used for the project. In the operation period-specific effect selection information table, the relationship between the operation periods classified into a plurality of periods and the types of effects (effect modes) selected during each operation period is shown. In (a), a part of data in the data table is shown as a representative example.

  The operation period is, for example, the first operation period from the operation start date and time to the third week with June 1st, 2006 as the operation start date and time (June 1, 2006 to June 22, 18:00) The second operation period from the operation start date to the fourth week to the sixth week (June 22, 2006, 18:00 to July 13, 18:00), the operation start date and time to the seventh week -The third operation period from the 9th week (July 13, 2006 18:00 to August 3, 18:00) and the operation start date and time from the 10th week to the 12th week It is classified into a plurality of periods such as a fourth operation period (August 3, 2006, 18:00 to August 24, 18:00).

  In the first operation period, the effect type A1 is selected and the effect is executed. In the second operation period, the effect type B1 different from the effect type A is selected and the effect is executed. In the third operation period, the effect type A2 or the effect type B2 can be selected according to the player's selection operation, and an effect based on the effect type selected from these is executed. In the fourth operation period, the effect type A3, the effect type B3, or the effect type C1 can be selected according to the player's selection operation, and an effect based on the effect type selected from these is executed. As described above, when a predetermined operation period elapses, the effect types can be selected in accordance with the player's selection operation, and the number of effect types that the player can select increases as the operation period increases. Data is set as follows.

  Here, the kind of effects as described above will be described. In FIG. 12, the production name and the production content are shown in association with each other. The effect types in this case include a basic screen that is a basic image such as a symbol and a background displayed on the variable display device 9, and an effect image that is displayed when variable display such as a reach effect is performed. The group of the production types A1 to A4, the group of the production types B1 to B4, and the group of the production types C1 to C4 are production groups of production modes having different production categories. A group of mountain productions including production images is production types A1 to A4, a basic screen that makes the image of the sea and a group of sea productions containing production images are production types B1 to B4, and the basic screen and production image that makes the city appear The group of the city effects including is the effect types C1 to C4.

  In addition, the relevance of effects in the groups of effect types A1 to A4 is as follows. The production type A1 is composed of the production contents of the mountain production 1 including the basic screen and the production image that image the spring mountain. The production type A2 is composed of the production contents of the mountain production 2 including the basic screen and the production image that image the summer mountain. The production type A3 is composed of the production contents of the mountain production 3 including the basic screen and the production image that image autumn mountains. The production type A4 is composed of the production contents of the mountain production 4 including the basic screen and the production image that image the winter mountain. As described above, the production types A1 to A4 are related to production by a story such as the transition of the seasons of the mountains.

  In addition, the relevance of effects in the groups of effect types B1 to B4 is as follows. The production type B1 is composed of the production contents of the sea production 1 including the basic screen and the production image that image the spring sea. The production type B2 is composed of the production contents of the sea production 2 including the basic screen and the production image that image the summer sea. The effect type B3 is composed of the effect contents of the sea effect 3 including the basic screen and the effect image that image the autumn sea. The production type B4 is composed of the production contents of the sea production 4 including the basic screen and the production image that image the winter sea. In this way, the production types B1 to B4 are related to production by a story such as the change of the seasons of the sea.

  In addition, the relevance of effects in the groups of effect types C1 to C4 is as follows. The production type C1 is composed of the production contents of the city production 1 including the basic screen and the production image that image the city of spring. The production type C2 is composed of the production contents of the city production 2 including the basic screen and the production image that image a summer town. The production type C3 is composed of the production contents of the city production 3 including the basic screen and the production image that image the autumn city. The production type C4 is composed of the production contents of the city production 4 including the basic screen and the production image that image a winter town. In this way, the production types C1 to C4 are related to production due to the story nature of the change of the seasons of the city.

  The production types A1 to A4 are selectively used in such a manner that the four seasons of the mountain due to the production change in the order of spring, summer, autumn and winter with the passage of time from the start of operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, in (a) of FIG. 11, the production type A1 is used in the first operation period, the production type A2 is used in the third operation period, the production type A3 is used in the fourth operation period, and illustration is omitted. However, it is shown that the production type A4 is set to be used in the subsequent operation period.

  The production types B1 to B4 are selectively used in such a manner that the four seasons of the sea due to the production change in the order of spring, summer, autumn and winter with the passage of time from the start of operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, in FIG. 11A, the effect type B1 is used in the second operation period, the effect type B2 is used in the third operation period, the effect type B3 is used in the fourth operation period, and illustration is omitted. However, it is shown that the production type B4 is set to be used in the subsequent operation period.

  The production types C1 to C4 are selectively used in such a manner that the four seasons of the town due to the production change in the order of spring, summer, autumn and winter as time passes from the start of operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, in (a) of FIG. 11, the effect type C1 is used in the fourth operation period and the illustration is omitted, but the effect types C2 to C4 are sequentially used in the subsequent operation periods. It has been shown that

  Further, in the third operation period including the mountain production type A2 and the sea production type B2, and in the subsequent fourth operation period including the mountain production type A3 and the sea production type B3, the mountain production type A2 and the mountain production type. The production type is set so that the production style is related to A3 by the relevance of the story of the mountain production, and the production style is related to the sea production type B2 and the sea production type B3 by the relevance of the story of the sea production Has been. In addition, in the operation period before and after in this way, in the case of having the relevance of the production mode, it is only necessary to provide the relevance for at least two production modes. For example, the mountain production type, the sea production type, and You may give relevance about three or more production | presentation aspects, such as a town production type. Further, only the mountain production type A1 is performed during the first operation period, only the sea production type B1 is performed during the second operation period, only the mountain production type A2 is performed during the third operation period, and the sea production type B2 is performed during the fourth operation period. The production mode is related by the relevance of the story of the mountain production between the first operation period and the third operation period, and between the second operation period and the fourth operation period, You may make it set the data of the production | presentation selection table classified by operation period so that a production | generation aspect may be related by the relevance of the story of a production | presentation. In this way, when the production modes are related before and after the period, the first operation period is the first day, the second operation period is the second day, the third operation period is the third day, and the fourth operation period. The operation period may be in units of one day so that is the fourth day. Further, in the case where the production modes are related before and after the period, the first day and the second day are the first period, the third day and the fourth day are the second period, You may make it make an effect aspect relate before and after.

  Production control data for performing control for displaying the basic screen and production image according to such production types is stored in the control ROM 84, and image data for displaying such basic screen and production image is stored in the character ROM 89. The data is stored, and these data are selectively used according to the operation period from the operation start date and time.

  In the effect control microcomputer 800, data and a program for automatically creating an effect selection information table for each operation period based on the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are stored in the control ROM 84. Thus, when the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is registered, the production selection information table for each operation period as shown in FIG. 11A is automatically created based on the registered operation start date and time. And stored in the RAM 354. The contents of such an operation period-specific effect selection information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355.

  Further, there are a plurality of types of basic screens and effect images such as symbols and background images displayed on the variable display device 9 corresponding to a plurality of effect types, but image data for displaying the basic screen and the effect image is Are stored in the character ROM 89. And presentation control data such as a data table for selecting those image data is stored in the control ROM 84.

  Further, effect type selection data that is data indicating which effect type is selected from among a plurality of effect types is stored in the RAM 354. For example, in the first operating period described above, data indicating the effect type A1 is stored as effect type selection data. In the second operation period described above, data indicating the effect type B1 is stored as effect type selection data. In the third operation period described above, data indicating the effect types A2 and B2 is stored as effect type selection data. In the above-described fourth operation period, data indicating the effect types A3, B3, and C1 is stored as effect type selection data.

  In the effect control microcomputer 800, immediately after the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the effect type selection data stored in the RAM 354 is confirmed, the effect type indicated by the effect type selection data is selected, and the effect control of the effect type is performed. Data and image data are used in the subsequent production control. However, when the effect type is changed, such as when the project is executed, the effect control microcomputer 800 changes the effect type indicated by the effect type selection data stored in the RAM 354, and the effect after the change is made. The effect type indicated by the type selection data is selected, and the effect control data and the image data of the effect type are used in the subsequent effect control. In that case, for example, when there are a plurality of types of effects indicated by the changed effect type selection data, such as the third operating period and the fourth operating period, a predetermined priority order (for example, a mountain effect, a sea effect, etc.) In accordance with the order of the city effects), the effect type control data and image data to be selected first (selected when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is activated) are selected. In this way, it is possible to select and execute the effect type according to the operation period.

  The reach effect selection information table shown in (b) of FIG. 11 is a data table in which reach effect selection information used for performing the above-described special reach selection rate switching is stored. The reach production selection information table classifies the operation period, which is the time elapsed from the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1, into several periods, and switches the selection ratio of the special reach for each classified operation period. Used. Such a reach effect selection information table is stored in the RAM 354. In the reach effect selection information table, the operation period is classified into a plurality of periods such as the first operation period, the second operation period, the third operation period, and the fourth operation period described above. Data indicating a big hit hour reach table used for selecting and determining the time reach effect is set.

  When the type of reach production is determined by the production control microcomputer 800, the big hit hour reach used when it is decided that the big hit is determined among the reach tables which are data tables for determining the type of reach production. The table is selected and used in the following manner. The reach table is stored in the control ROM 84.

  In the first operation period, when determining the reach effect when it is determined to be a big hit, the aforementioned first reach table at the big hit (shown as the first reach table in the figure) is used. As described above, when the first reach command is received by the production control microcomputer 800, the first hit table at the big hit is a reach table (special reach rate) that determines to be a special reach at a rate of 10%. Low reach table).

  In the second operation period, the above-described second reach table at the time of big hit (shown as the second reach table in the drawing) is used when determining the reach effect when it is decided to make a big hit. As described above, when the first reach command is received by the production control microcomputer 800, the big hit time second reach table is set to a special reach at a rate of 40% higher than the big hit time first reach table. Is a reach table (a reach table with a special high reach rate setting).

  In the third operation period, when the type of reach effect is determined when it is determined to be a big hit, the first reach table for the big hit is used. In the fourth operation period, the second reach table at the big hit is used when determining the type of reach effect.

  Thus, in the reach effect selection information table, data indicating the big hit reach table used for selecting and determining the hit effect at the big hit is set so that the ratio of the special reach selected for each operation period changes. Has been.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, data and a program for automatically creating a reach production selection information table based on the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are stored in the control ROM 84. When the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is registered, a reach effect selection information table as shown in FIG. 11B is automatically created based on the registered operation start date and time and is stored in the RAM 354. Remembered. The contents of the reach effect selection information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355.

  In the reach effect selection information table shown in FIG. 11 (b), the reach table with the special reach rate low setting and the reach table with the special reach rate high setting alternately as the big hit hour reach table as the operating period elapses. An example of selection is shown in. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the special reach is selected at a higher ratio than the first reach table at the big hit and the first reach table at the big hit. The special reach is higher than the second reach table at the big hit and the second reach table at the big hit. Is provided with a third hit table at the time of a big hit and a fourth reach table at the time of a big hit at which the ratio of the special reach is selected higher than the third reach table at the time of a big hit. Select one reach table, select the second reach table at the big hit in the second operating period, select the third reach table at the big hit in the third operating period, and select the fourth reach table at the big hit in the fourth operating period The reach effect selection information table may be configured as described above. When doing so, the ratio of the special reach being selected at the time of big hit increases step by step as the first operation period, the second operation period, the third operation period, and the fourth operation period elapse. The interest of the player can be improved, and the ability to attract customers at the game hall can be improved.

  The project execution information table shown in (c) of FIG. 11 includes the scheduled date and time (execution date and time) of executing the project based on the operation selection effect selection information table shown in (a) of FIG. Information) is a project execution information data table for each project. In FIG. 11C, a part of the data of the project execution information table is shown.

  When the first project is in the second operation period set in the operation period-specific effect selection information table shown in FIG. 11A (18 on June 22 in the fourth week from the operation start date and time). 0:00), the project type is changed and the project name “Project 1” is given. When the second project is in the third operation period set in the operation selection information table for each operation period shown in (a) (18:00 on July 13 in the seventh week from the operation start date and time) ) Is a project for changing the production type, and the project name “Project 2” is given. The third project is the fourth operation period set in the operation period-specific effect selection information table shown in (a) (18:00 on August 3, 10th week from the operation start date and time) ) Is a project for changing the production type, and the project name “Project 3” is given.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, data and a program for automatically creating a project execution information table based on the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are stored in the control ROM 84, and the pachinko machine is based on the program and data. When the operation start date / time of the gaming machine 1 is registered, a project execution information table as shown in FIG. 11 (c) is automatically created based on the registered operation start date / time and stored in the RAM 354. The The contents of such a project execution information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355.

  The project notice information table shown in FIG. 11D is a data table of project notice information in which the scheduled date and time for executing the project notice for the project shown in FIG. In (d), some data of the project notice information table is shown.

  The project notice is determined in advance to be performed a plurality of times (in this example, a total of seven notices 1 to 7), and the notice execution date and time is determined for each notice time. The notice execution date and time is set to a date and time that is a predetermined period before the execution date and time, based on the execution date and time of each project. The project notice is executed every day from a predetermined number of days, for example, 4 days ago, 3 days ago, 2 days ago, 1 day ago. On the day of project execution, 12:00 (6 hours ago), 15:00 3 hours ago) and 17:00 (one hour ago). By performing the project advance notice in this manner, the player is notified of the date and time when the project is executed, so that the player can easily recognize the date and time when the project is executed. Thus, the player can visit the amusement hall at the date and time known based on the project notice and adjust the schedule so that the game can be played on the pachinko gaming machine 1 on which the project is executed. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the execution can be easily seen.

  The project notice may be executed at a random date and time without setting the notice execution date and time in advance. For example, the determination of whether or not to execute the project notice is performed at a periodic or random timing, and when it is decided to execute in the determination, the timing at which the project notice can be executed (for example, a variable display is performed). The project notice should be executed when it is not. In that case, the time difference between the current date and time measured by the RTCM 100 and the project execution date and time stored in the project execution information table is obtained, and the project is executed in what days and how many hours based on the time difference. Is displayed on the variable display device 9. Further, the project notice may be executed at a timing after a specific reach is executed, and a demonstration display performed for each pachinko gaming machine 1 at a timing at which a demonstration display as described later is executed, or Alternatively, it may be executed as the above-described simultaneous demonstration display that is simultaneously executed by a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1. Here, the demonstration display is the execution timing of the demonstration display in which the variation display device 9 has not performed the symbol variation display for a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds) or more and the execution time is preset. For example, when a demonstration display execution condition is established, a predetermined demonstration display image as shown in FIG. 14 to be described later is displayed.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, data and a program for automatically creating a project notice information table based on the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are stored in the control ROM 84. When the operation start date / time of the gaming machine 1 is registered, a project notice information table as shown in FIG. 11 (d) is automatically created based on the registered operation start date / time and stored in the RAM 354. The The contents of such a project notice information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355.

  The notification information table shown in (e) of FIG. 11 uses the variable display device 9 to notify the player of various types of information related to the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the game hall, and the type of information to be notified. It is a data table of the notification information which shows the relationship with a day of the week and time. In the notification information table shown in FIG. 11E, today's event notification, store manager push support notification, and recommended stand notification are shown as examples of information to be notified. “Today event” refers to information related to various events to be held today at the game hall. The store manager push table refers to information related to the game table (the pachinko machine 1 table) recommended by the store manager of the game hall. “Recommended stand” refers to information related to a game stand that the playground recommends to play. In the notification information table shown in (e) of FIG. 11, a notification time is set for each day of the week when the game hall is open.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, data and a program for creating a notification information table are stored in the control ROM 84, and each notification information in the notification information table is based on an operation of the setting operation unit 355 by a game shop clerk. Is stored in the control ROM 84. For example, when the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is registered, a notification information table with no data set is automatically created and stored in the RAM 354. To do. Thereafter, the contents of the notification information table are arbitrarily set (stored in the RAM 354) based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355 by the store clerk of the game hall. The contents of the notification information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355. Further, the contents of such a notification information table can be newly created based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355. The notification information set in this way is automatically deleted after the notification is executed at the set date and time, that is, when the set date and time has passed.

  The special effect information table shown in (f) of FIG. 11 is a data table indicating whether or not the execution of the special effect for performing the mission effect as described above is permitted for each operation period. For the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the execution of the special effect is permitted, the special effect is executed when the base becomes highly accurate and low.

  In the special effect information table shown in (f) of FIG. 11, a predetermined period (for example, one month) has elapsed from the operation start date of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, until June 30, 2006 at 18:00). The execution of the special effect is not permitted, and the execution of the special effect is permitted after the predetermined period. Thereby, until the predetermined period has elapsed from the operation start date of the pachinko gaming machine 1, even if it becomes a highly accurate low base state, a special effect is not executed, and the highly accurate low base state is in a hidden state, After the predetermined period has passed, a special performance is executed when the high accuracy and low base state is entered, so that the high accuracy and low base state becomes apparent. Therefore, the performance that is executed according to the length of the operation period Will be different.

  The simultaneous operation information table shown in (g) of FIG. 11 is a data table provided for performing the above-described simultaneous operation. In the simultaneous operation information table, the time for starting execution and the time for ending execution are set for each day of the week when the game hall is open for each of the simultaneous demonstration display and the simultaneous performance. In the case of this embodiment, the time for starting execution and the time for ending execution can be set so that each of the simultaneous demonstration display and the simultaneous performance can be executed a plurality of times (twice) per day. .

  For example, in this example, as a simultaneous demonstration display, a simultaneous demonstration display (1) starting at 9:40 and ending at 9:45 every day from Monday to Sunday, and 23:00 every day from Monday to Sunday A simultaneous demonstration display (2) starting at 30 minutes and ending at 23:35 is set. In this example, both the simultaneous demonstration display (1) and the simultaneous demonstration display (2) are set to be executed at a timing outside the game hall business hours (10:00 to 23:00). However, such a simultaneous demonstration display may be set to be executed at a timing within the business hours of the game hall.

  In this example, the simultaneous production (1) starts at 15:00 and ends at 15:05 every day from Monday to Sunday, and 20:00 every day from Monday to Sunday. And a simultaneous effect display (2) starting at 20:05 is set. In this example, the simultaneous production (1) and the simultaneous production (2) are both set to be executed at the timing within the game hall business hours (10: 00-23: 00). Such a simultaneous effect may be set to be executed at a timing outside the business hours of the game hall.

  In the production control microcomputer 800, data and a program for creating a simultaneous operation information table are stored in the control ROM 84, and each operation in the simultaneous operation information table is performed based on an operation of the setting operation unit 355 by a game shop clerk. A program for setting data is stored in the control ROM 84. For example, when the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is registered, a simultaneous operation information table in which no data is set is automatically created and stored in the RAM 354. To do. Thereafter, the contents of the simultaneous operation information table are arbitrarily set (stored in the RAM 354) based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355 by the store clerk of the game hall. The contents of the simultaneous operation information table can be arbitrarily changed based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355. The contents of the simultaneous operation information table can be newly created based on the operation of the setting operation unit 355.

  Note that the setting and changing of the contents of the various information tables described above may be performed by changing the configuration of the selection button 358 to an operation unit capable of inputting various information in the same manner as the setting operation unit 355. The operation unit functions as an operation unit capable of performing various information input operations only when a predetermined operation such as inputting a predetermined personal identification number that the player cannot know is performed. When it is not possible to perform the input operation, it is configured to function as the selection button 358.

  Next, representative examples of the effect control command and the standard date / time command will be described. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing representative examples of the effect control command and the standard date / time command in a table format. In FIG. 13A, for each of the representative effect control commands, the MODE data and the EXT data are each indicated by a hexadecimal number, and the instruction content by the command is indicated. In FIG. 13B, for each of the representative performance control commands, the MODE data and the EXT data are shown in hexadecimal numbers, and the instruction content by the command is shown. In the figure, XXH indicates a hexadecimal number, and is a value that is arbitrarily set according to the command content by the effect control command.

  In FIG. 13A, commands 80XXH and 81XXH are variation pattern commands that are transmitted when the variation display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started. Variation commands such as the reach variation pattern described above are used. Be notified. In the variation pattern command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern. Further, either “80H” or “81H” is designated as MODE data depending on whether the time reduction state or the storage fluctuation reduction state is set. “80H” is designated in the normal state that is not the time-short state or the memory fluctuation shortening state, and “81H” is designated in the time-short state or the memory fluctuation shortening state. In addition, the type of reach production as described above is specified by setting EXT data.

  The command 8CXXH is a symbol information command, and it is designated by the setting of the EXT data whether the display result is the first probability variation big hit, the second probability variation big hit, the normal big hit (non-probable variation big hit), or the outlier. In this way, by transmitting the symbol information command that can identify the type of jackpot, the effect control microcomputer 800 can distinguish whether it is a jackpot or not, and when it is a jackpot It is possible to clearly understand what kind of jackpot will be.

  The command 9FXXXH is an image that is displayed in the simultaneous demonstration display described above when a display condition such as when the variable display is not performed for a predetermined time after the reserved storage number becomes “0” is satisfied. Is a demonstration display command for instructing to execute a normal demonstration display as a predetermined normal demonstration display image for displaying different demonstration images. In the demonstration display command, the game control microcomputer 560 has a condition that at least one of the following is satisfied: a variable display is performed, or the number of reserved memories is not “0”. From the operating state, the variable display is not performed, and the number of reserved memories is “0” (there is no numerical data (held memory data) stored in the reserved memory buffer), that is, the reserved memory (The count value of the counter is “0”) Each time it is determined that the state has changed to the second state, it is transmitted only once. The production control microcomputer 800 determines that the display condition for the demonstration display is satisfied when the variation pattern is not received for a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds) after receiving the demonstration display command, and the variation display is performed. In the apparatus 9, a demonstration display is executed.

  The command A0XXH is a big hit start command that indicates that the big hit gaming state starts when the big positive hit such as the first positive change big hit, the second positive change big hit, or the normal big hit, etc. A type is specified. In this way, when a jackpot start command that can identify the type of jackpot is transmitted, the type of jackpot gaming state by which type of jackpot is started in the production control microcomputer 800 based on the command. Can be clearly understood.

  The command A3XXH is a big hit end command indicating that the big hit gaming state is ended when the big positive hit such as the first positive change big hit, the second positive change big hit, or the normal big hit, etc. The type is indicated. As described above, when the jackpot end command that can identify the type of jackpot is transmitted, the effect control microcomputer 800 determines which type of jackpot gaming state by the jackpot ends based on the command. Since it is possible to grasp clearly, after the big hit gaming state, it is possible to grasp which state is high accuracy high base state, high probability low base state, low probability low base state The information on the grasped state is used to determine whether or not to execute a special effect as will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 13B, the standard date and time command includes a standard second command, a standard minute command, a standard time command, a standard day command, a standard day command, a standard month command, a standard year command, and a transmission end command. .

  The command 20XXH is a standard second command indicating standard seconds, and the number of commands is specified by setting EXT data. The command 21XXH is a standard minute command indicating the standard minute, and the number of minutes is specified by setting the EXT data. The command 22XXH is a standard date command indicating standard time, and the time is specified by setting the EXT data. The command 23XXH is a standard day command indicating the standard day of the week, and the day of the week is designated by the setting of the EXT data. The command 24XXH is a standard date / time command indicating a standard date, and the number of days is designated by the setting of the EXT data. The command 25XXH is a standard month command indicating the standard month, and the month is specified by setting the EXT data. The command 26XXH is a standard year command indicating the standard year, and the year (Western calendar) is designated by setting the EXT data. Here, since the EXT data is 1-byte data, only numeric data in the range of “0 to 255” can be designated. In this embodiment, numeric data is designated in the range of “0 to 255”. Therefore, the year in the range of “2000 to 2255” in the Christian era is shown. For example, when the EXT data is “0”, the data designates “2000”, and when the EXT data is “225”, the data designates “2225”. In the case of this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 800 performs processing for replacing such numerical data in the range of “0 to 255” with numerical data in the range of “2000 to 2255”. As the EXT data, by using 2-byte data, the year of the year such as 2000 may be directly designated by the numerical data. The command 2700H is a transmission end command for designating that the transmission is completed when the transmission of the standard date / time command is completed. As the EXT data, the last two digits of the year may be specified using 1-byte data.

  As described above, the standard date / time command is a command output from the standard date / time data output device 300, and includes a standard second command, a standard minute command, a standard time command, a standard day command, a standard day command, a standard month command, and a standard command. The commands are sequentially transmitted in the order of year commands, and at the end of transmission, a transmission end command is transmitted.

  The production control microcomputer 800 sequentially receives the standard date and time commands transmitted in this order, and based on the received commands, the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, and the hour register 1023 in the clock / calendar counter unit 1020. , The day register 1024, the day register 1025, the month register 1026, and the year register 1027 are newly set in order, so that these count values are set to the standard year, month, day, day, hour. , Minutes, and seconds so that the current year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second can be counted correctly.

  Further, in the production control microcomputer 800, when the transmission end command is received, the variable display device 9 performs date / time setting completion notification for displaying a message indicating that the date / time setting is completed.

  Next, a display example of the simultaneous demonstration display will be described. FIG. 14 is a front view of the gaming machine installation island 200 showing a display example of a simultaneous demonstration display. As shown in FIG. 14, a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 are arranged side by side on the gaming machine installation island 200.

  As shown in FIG. 14, the simultaneous demonstration display is the start time of the simultaneous demonstration display set in the simultaneous operation information table shown in FIG. 11 (g) in the variable display device 9 of each pachinko gaming machine 1. First, display of the predetermined demo display image is started, and when the end time of the simultaneous demo display set in the simultaneous operation information table is reached, the display of the simultaneous demo display image is ended. It is.

  Since the control for performing the simultaneous demonstration display is performed for each pachinko gaming machine 1 based on the time value of the RTCM 100 provided in each pachinko gaming machine 1, it is not started at the same time (when not executed synchronously). Therefore, it can be determined that there is a deviation in the time measured value of the RTCM 100 between the pachinko gaming machines 1. Accordingly, for example, based on performing such a simultaneous demonstration display outside the business hours of the game hall, whether or not there is a deviation in the timing value of the RTCM 100 between the pachinko gaming machines 1 on each gaming machine installation island 200 If the standard time data output device 300 is used to reset the time value of the RTCM 100 of each pachinko gaming machine 1 based on the standard date data, It is possible to eliminate such a difference in timekeeping values.

  In this way, if the deviation of the time value of the RTCM 100 in each pachinko gaming machine 1 installed on each gaming machine installation island 200 can be eliminated, each gaming machine installation island 200 is within the business hours of the gaming hall as described above. Can be performed in synchronism with all the pachinko gaming machines 1 provided on each gaming machine installation island 200.

  Further, the simultaneous production performed on each gaming machine installation island 200 is the production performed simultaneously on the pachinko gaming machine 1 installed on each gaming machine installation island 200, as in the simultaneous demonstration display. In this example, the decorative lamp 25, the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c of each pachinko gaming machine 1 are turned on with a predetermined light emission pattern. The light emission pattern in this simultaneous effect may be unique to the simultaneous effect, or may be used in common with the light emission pattern used when other effects are performed. In other words, any light emission pattern may be used as the light emission pattern in the simultaneous production as long as it can be identified as the simultaneous production.

  The simultaneous effect may be performed using a lamp other than the decoration lamp 25, the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c. The simultaneous effect may be a control for outputting a predetermined sound in addition to the control for operating the lamp. In addition, in addition to the control for operating the lamp, the simultaneous effect is a control for displaying a predetermined image on the variable display device 9 (for example, during the variable display being displayed on the variable display device 9 or not changing at that time) It is also possible to perform a control of superimposing and displaying a predetermined image for simultaneous production on the image being displayed. In addition, the simultaneous effect may be one in which only control for displaying a predetermined image on the variable display device 9 is performed. The simultaneous effect may be a control for outputting a predetermined sound in addition to a control for displaying a predetermined image on the variable display device 9. The simultaneous effect is a combination of control for operating a predetermined lamp, control for displaying a predetermined image on the variable display device 9, and control for outputting a predetermined sound. May be.

  By performing such simultaneous production at each gaming machine installation island 200 during the business hours of the game hall, the fun of the presentation performed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be improved, and the interest of the player is improved. Can do.

  In addition, during the period when the simultaneous performance is being executed, the control for increasing the appearance rate of the above-mentioned special reach, the control for increasing the appearance rate of the jackpot notice, and the type of the jackpot notice in comparison with other periods Among the controls for changing the control, specific control such as executing any one or any combination may be performed.

  Next, an example of effect display on the variable display device 9 will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 15 and FIG. 16 are display screen diagrams showing an example of effect display when a project and a project advance notice are executed on the variable display device 9. 15 and 16, as time elapses, a specific example of the effect display (a series of flows given the name “effect” in the figure) and events related to the effect display (“event” in the figure) A series of flows with the name “

  When 18:00 on June 1, 2006 is registered as the operation start date and time as shown in (a), project 1 is executed at 18:00 on June 22 as shown in (d). Until then, the effect type A1 is selected. The production type A1 includes, for example, a basic screen made up of a background image that makes an image of a spring mountain and a symbol formed only by numbers, as shown in (a). As shown in (a), the production type A1 includes a plurality of types of reach production types a, b,... In which characters (for example, characters such as birds 701, balloons 702, etc.) that make the image of spring mountains appear. Includes production images.

  Then, for example, according to the setting of the project notice information table of FIG. 11 (d), the execution of the project notice is started from 4 days before the execution date and time of the project 1, as shown in (b). For example, as the advance notice of the project, the change display device 9 displays a message for announcing the project such as “4 days until the project” as shown in (b) and “6 hours until the project” as shown in (c). The The date and time when such a project notice is executed is based on the execution date and time of each project in the project notice information table, and a predetermined period before (4 days, 3 days, 2 days, 1 day, 6 hours). The date is set to 3 hours before and 1 hour before. Such display of the project notice is preceded by either the condition that the next variable display is started or the condition that a predetermined period (for example, 20 minutes) has elapsed since the start of the project notice display. Is finished, and after that, a normal performance is performed.

  Thereafter, as shown in (d), when it is 18:00 on June 22, which is the execution date and time of project 1, the effect type to be selected is the effect type A1 according to the setting of the project table in (c) of FIG. Is changed to production type B1. The production type B1 includes, for example, as shown in (d), a basic screen made up of a background image that makes the image of the spring sea, and a pattern formed of sea creatures and numbers. And, as shown in (d), the production type B1 includes a plurality of types of reach production types a, b,... In which a character that makes the image of the sea (for example, a character such as a seahorse 703 or a submersible 704) is displayed. Includes production images.

  After that, although not shown in the drawing, as shown in (e), according to the setting of the project notice information table in (d) of FIG. The execution of the project notice is started 4 days before the execution date of Project 2. Then, as shown in (e), when it is 18:00 on July 13, which is the execution date and time of project 2, based on the operation of the selection button 358 according to the setting of the project table in (c) of FIG. It is possible to select either the effect type A2 or the effect type B2, and for example, an effect type selection screen as shown in (e) is displayed.

  On the effect type selection screen, it is possible to select either the effect type A2 or the effect type B2 based on the operation of the selection button 358 by displaying the message “selection of effect”. Is shown. For example, as shown in (e), when the selection button 358 is operated when the basic screen of the effect type A2 that makes the image of summer mountains appear on the variable display device 9, the screen is switched, ( As shown in f), the basic screen of the production type B2 that gives an image of the summer sea is displayed. Also at this time, since the effect type can be further selected, the message “selectable effect” is displayed. Further, when the selection button 358 is operated while the basic screen of the production type B2 that images the summer sea is displayed, the screen is switched, and the production type A2 that images the summer mountain as shown in (g). The basic screen is displayed. Also at this time, since the effect type can be further selected, the message “selectable effect” is displayed. In this way, each time the selection button 358 is operated, the selected effect type is switched. On the effect type selection screen, the effect type indicated on the currently displayed screen indicates the effect type being selected. When the variable display of the decorative design is executed, the change display is executed using the effect type indicated on the currently displayed screen. Is done.

  Although illustration is omitted, the project is executed according to the setting of the project notice information table in FIG. 11D until 18:00 on August 3, which is the execution date of project 3 shown in FIG. The execution of the project notice is started 4 days before the execution date of 3. Then, at 18:00 on August 3, which is the execution date and time of the project 3, the production type A3 and the production type are determined based on the operation of the selection button 358 according to the setting of the project table in FIG. It becomes possible to select either B3 or effect type C1, and for example, an effect type selection screen similar to that shown in (e) is displayed.

  In the production type selection screen in that case, the message “Production selection is possible” is displayed, and based on the operation of the selection button 358, the production type A3, the production type B3, or the production type C1 is selected. It is shown that it has become possible. For example, when the selection button 358 is operated on the variable display device 9 when the basic screen of the production type A3 that makes autumn mountains appear, the screen is switched and the production type B3 that makes the autumn sea image. The basic screen is displayed. Also at this time, since the effect type can be further selected, the message “selectable effect” is displayed. When the selection button 358 is operated while the basic screen of the production type B3 is displayed, the screen is switched, and the basic screen of the production type C1 that makes an image of a spring town appear. Also at this time, since the effect type can be further selected, the message “selectable effect” is displayed. Further, when the selection button 358 is operated while the basic screen of the production type C1 is displayed, the screen is switched, and the basic screen of the production type A3 is displayed again. Also at this time, since the effect type can be further selected, the message “selectable effect” is displayed.

  Thus, every time the selection button 358 is operated, the selected effect type is switched between the three effect types. In the production type selection screen in this case, the production type indicated by the screen being selected and displayed indicates the production type being selected, as in the case where the production type can be selected from the two production types. When the variable display is executed, the variable display is executed using the effect type indicated by the screen being displayed.

  When the project 3 is executed, the types of effects that can be selected using the selection button 358 are increased as compared with those before the project 3 is executed. Therefore, the range of effect selection is widened, and the fun of the effects can be improved. It can improve the interest of the player.

  FIG. 17 and FIG. 18 are display screen diagrams showing an example of effect display when notification is executed on the variable display device 9. In FIGS. 17 and 18, similar to FIGS. 15 and 16, specific examples of the effect display and events related to the effect display are shown.

  Here, an example of a notice effect display on Sunday will be described. In the variable display device 9, as shown in (a), after turning on the power of the pachinko machine 1, according to the setting of the simultaneous demonstration display in the simultaneous operation information table in (g) of FIG. 11, the simultaneous demonstration as shown in FIG. Display is performed. Then, after the simultaneous demonstration display is finished, a normal performance is performed. After that, at 10:00, according to the setting of the notification information table of FIG. 11E, an effect of notifying information on today's event is performed as shown in FIG. Such notification effects are displayed on the condition that the next variable display as shown in (c) is started, and for a predetermined period after the notification effect display as shown in (d) is started (for example, The process ends when one of the conditions that 20 minutes) has passed first, and thereafter, a normal effect is performed as in (c) to (e). In addition, the notification information displayed in such an effect display of the notification is the information to be notified, such as a corner of the screen of the variable display device 9, until a certain period of time elapses after the end condition as described above is satisfied. Even when the decorative display variable display is executed on the variable display device 9 such as a reduced display at a predetermined position, it may be displayed continuously.

  Next, at 17:00, according to the setting of the notification information table in FIG. 11E, an effect of notifying information on the store manager's push pad is performed as shown in FIG. Thereafter, based on the establishment of the same conditions as in the cases (c) to (e), a normal effect is performed as in (g) to (i). Next, at 21:00, according to the setting of the notification information table shown in FIG. 11E, an effect of notifying recommended table information is performed as shown in (j). Thereafter, based on the establishment of the same conditions as in the cases (c) to (e), a normal effect is performed as in (k) to (n).

  FIG. 19 is a display screen diagram illustrating an example of effect display when a special effect is executed on the variable display device 9. In FIG. 19, as in FIG. 15 and the like, a specific example of the effect display and events related to the effect display are shown.

  In the variable display device 9, as shown in (a), after turning on the power of the pachinko machine 1, according to the setting of the simultaneous demonstration display in the simultaneous operation information table in (g) of FIG. 11, the simultaneous demonstration as shown in FIG. Display is performed. Then, after the simultaneous demonstration display is finished, a normal performance in the low-probability and low-base state is performed.

  When a predetermined operation period as shown in (f) of FIG. 11 has elapsed from the operation start date of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (in this example, July 1, 2006), a second probability variation jackpot has occurred. Based on the above, it is permitted to execute a special effect in which a mission effect is performed when a high-accuracy low-base state is reached. For example, as shown in (b), when the second probability variation big hit occurs in the low probability low base state, and when the big hit gaming state ends and becomes the high probability low base state, a mission effect is performed as a special effect.

  In the mission effect, as shown in (c), a special effect period is displayed at the start of the special effect where the mission achievement condition is displayed, such as “Reach 7 within 20 minutes”. To do. The mission effect period is 20 minutes, and when the first probable big hit is made in that 20 minutes, display control that always generates reach with the symbol “7” as shown in (d) to (f). It will be shown that the mission has been accomplished, and it will be a big hit gaming state. On the other hand, when the first probable big hit is not reached in that 20 minutes, it indicates that a mission such as “20 minutes passed” as in (g) and “Sorry” as in (h) could not be achieved. An effect display at the end of the special effect in which the message is displayed is performed.

  After that, as shown in (i), for example, a normal production is performed, and the production state according to the mission result is obtained. Specifically, when the mission is achieved, that is, when the first probable big hit is made, the base state is high and the normal effect is restored. In addition, when the mission effect is not achieved, the mission effect is executed again when the highly accurate and low base state is achieved. When the mission is not achieved, the base state is high and low, but the normal performance may be returned.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. 20 and 21 show the main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is a flowchart which shows. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, The main process after S (hereinafter simply referred to as S) 1 is started. In the main process, the game control microcomputer 560 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first sets the interruption prohibited (S1). Next, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set in the stack pointer (S3). In S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set the mode to indicate the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt is generated, the game control microcomputer 560 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (S4). By the process of S4, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits), are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also incorporates an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC) 504.

  Next, it is confirmed whether or not the power-off signal is in an OFF state according to the state of bit 0 of the input port 1 (S5). When power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the output voltage of various power sources such as a + 5V power source gradually reaches a specified value, but the power-off signal is not output by the process of S5 (that is, By confirming that the power supply voltage is stable, the game control microcomputer 560 can confirm that the power supply voltage is stable.

  When the power-off signal is on, the game control microcomputer 560 turns off the power-off signal again after a predetermined period (for example, 0.1 second) (S80). Check if it exists. If the power-off signal is off, the RAM 55 is set to an accessible state (S6).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to a clear signal check process indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM 55 is operated, and based on the clear signal, the above-mentioned clear switch It is confirmed whether or not is turned on (S7).

  Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once, but may confirm the state of the clear signal multiple times. For example, when it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), the clear signal state is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the ON state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the ON state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the OFF state, after a predetermined delay time, the clear signal state may be reconfirmed. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  Further, for example, it is confirmed whether or not the clear switch has been operated to the on state before the processing of S5, and when it is confirmed that the clear switch has been operated to the on state, the clear switch on flag is set. Thereafter, in S7, it is confirmed whether or not the clear switch on flag is set. If the clear switch on flag is set, the process proceeds to S8. If the clear switch on flag is not set, the process proceeds to S10. You may make it. In this way, the clear switch on flag indicates that the clear switch is turned on at an early stage after the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started. There is no need to keep the clear switch on (continue to the on state) and make the gaming control microcomputer 560 check the on state of the clear switch. In the configuration in which the storage data in the RAM of the payout control board 37 is also backed up by the backup power supply, the clear switch is turned on when the clear signal is also input to the payout control board 37 after the power is turned on. Although the check timing of the clear switch is almost the same between the main board 31 and the payout control board 37, the initial data at the time of power-on is between the main board 31 and the payout control board 37. It is possible to prevent a shift in recognition regarding the conversion.

  When it is determined that the clear switch is operated in the ON state, initialization processing in S10 to S14 is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined that the clear switch is not operated in the ON state, when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, the data protection process of the backup RAM area (for example, the process of stopping the power supply such as adding parity data) ) Is confirmed (S8). When power supply stops, processing for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, it is determined that the power supply stop processing has been performed, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop is stored. When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not performed, the initialization process of S10 to S14 is executed.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined based on whether the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process corresponds to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is merely an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the game control microcomputer 560 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (S9). Clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checked is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above processing is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the game control microcomputer 560 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as the checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area may be different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process of S10 to S14 that is executed when the power is turned on but not when the power supply is stopped is executed.

  If the check result is normal, the game control microcomputer 560 restores the game state to return the internal state of the game control unit and the control state of the electrical component control unit such as the effect control unit to the state when the power supply is stopped. Perform processing. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (S91), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (S92). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in S91 and S92, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain. The parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating the game state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, etc.), the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), unpaid prize balls This is the part where data indicating the number is set.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (S93), and proceeds to S15.

  In the initialization process, the game control microcomputer 560 first performs a RAM clear process (S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. The initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (S12).

  By the processing of S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, a ball out flag, etc. Accordingly, an initial value is set in a flag for selectively performing processing. In addition, a bit corresponding to the output port that outputs the connection confirmation signal in the output port buffer is set (corresponding to the ON state of the connection confirmation signal).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the initial address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (S13), and issues an initialization command for initializing the sub-board according to the contents. Processing to transmit to the sub-board is executed (S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the variable display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used. Here, the sub board refers to a board (for example, an effect control board 80 or the like) on which a circuit that performs control in accordance with a control signal such as a command from the main board 31 is formed.

  As described above, the game clerk can easily start the initial operation by starting the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 while the clear switch is turned on and the clear signal is output (for example, the power switch is turned on). Can be executed. That is, RAM clear or the like can be performed.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuits described above (S15). Specifically, as described above, the numerical data obtained by performing a predetermined calculation using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit. In this case, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program so as to cause each random number circuit to update the value of R1. Further, the setting of various functions such as the numerical data update range selection setting function, the numerical data update rule selection setting function, and the numerical data update rule selection switching function described above by the user is performed by S15. Done.

  The game control microcomputer 560 sets a timer interrupt setting for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 msec). Processing is executed (S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 msec is set as an initial value in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 msec.

  When the setting of the timer interrupt is completed, the game control microcomputer 560 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (S18). The game control microcomputer 560 disables the interrupt when the display random number update process is executed (S17), and enters the interrupt enable state when the display random number update process ends (S19). Note that the display random number is a predetermined random number (R3 to R5) used for controlling the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and the display random number update processing is a counter for generating display random numbers. This is a process for updating the count value. Specifically, in the display random number update process, the values of R3 to R5 described above are updated. In the present embodiment, the display random number update process in S18 is repeatedly performed during the interrupt waiting process surplus time after the interrupt process is executed every 2 msec until the next interrupt process is executed. Become.

  Note that when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed because the display random number update process is also executed in the timer interrupt process described later. This is to avoid doing so. That is, if the timer interrupt is generated during the processing of S18 and the count value of the counter for generating the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, the continuity of the count value is impaired. There is. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the process of S18.

  Next, the game control process will be described. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interrupt occurs during the execution of the main process, specifically, in the period when the interrupt is permitted during the execution of the loop process of S17 to S19 in FIG. 19, the game control microcomputer 560 A game control process is executed in a timer interrupt process activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt. This timer interruption process is executed once every 2 msec, for example.

  In the timer interrupt process, the game control microcomputer 560 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not it is turned on) ( S101). Next, detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their state is determined ( Switch processing: S102). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one. Each switch timer is used to determine that each switch has been normally turned on when the value of each timer has exceeded a predetermined value, that is, when each switch has been turned on continuously for a predetermined time. Used.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the initial value is updated when the count value is updated to the predetermined final value in the random number circuit setting process of S15, and the random number circuit A process of updating the initial value to be input is performed (initial value update process: S103). Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a process of updating the count value of a counter for generating a random number used for the game control (random number update process: S104). Specifically, in the random number update process in S104, the values of R2 to R6 described above are updated.

  When the initial value update process and the random number update process are performed, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a count value permutation process for changing the permutation of count values in the random number circuit (S105). In this embodiment, whether or not to execute the count value permutation change process is determined depending on whether or not the count value permutation change flag is set in the random number circuit setting process. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the count value permutation change process based on the fact that the count value permutation change flag is set.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a special symbol process (S106). In the special symbol process control, a corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. . The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, the normal symbol process is performed (S107). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 performs processing for setting various effect control commands including commands related to decorative symbols synchronized with the variation of the special symbols in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 and sending the effect control commands (decorative symbol commands). Control processing: S108). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the decorative symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variation display period) is the same.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S109).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on the detection signals from the prize opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, etc. (S110). Specifically, a payout command signal such as a prize ball number signal indicating the number of prize balls is output to the payout control board 37 in response to winning detection based on turning on the prize opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, etc. . A payout control microcomputer (not shown) mounted on the payout control board 37 drives the ball payout device 97 in response to receiving a prize ball number signal indicating the number of prize balls.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the increase or decrease of the reserved memory number, and when the reserved memory number increases due to the start winning, or when the variable display is started and the reserved memory number decreases, When the number of reserved memories changes, a storage process for transmitting a reserved memory number command that can specify the number of reserved memories is executed (S111). In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process of outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to be confirmed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, is executed (S112). Further, a solenoid output process (S113) is executed for instructing the output circuit 59 to drive various solenoids when a predetermined condition is satisfied. In order to open the variable winning ball apparatus 15 and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 in the open state or the closed state, or to switch the game ball passage in the big winning opening, the output circuit 59 is connected to the solenoids 16, 21, 21A is driven.

  Next, a special symbol display control process is performed (S114). In the special symbol display control process, a process for setting a drive signal for controlling the display state of the special symbol display 8 is performed. Further, a normal symbol display control process is performed (S115). In the normal symbol display control process, a process for setting a drive signal for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 is performed. Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S116).

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started periodically (for example, every 2 ms). In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set. It may be executed in the main process based on the setting. Further, the processing of S102 to S115 (excluding S109 and S112) corresponds to game control processing for controlling the progress of the game.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of counting the number of times the timer interrupt process has been executed. Each time the game control microcomputer 560 executes the timer interrupt process, the game control microcomputer 560 counts up an interrupt number counter indicating the number of times the timer interrupt process has been executed. For example, when the solenoid control process is completed in S113, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the value of the interrupt counter indicating the number of times that the timer interrupt process has been executed. This interrupt counter is used, for example, to determine whether or not a condition for reading a random number value from a random number circuit is satisfied.

  Also, for example, in the timer interrupt process, the switch process (S102), the decorative symbol command control process (S108), and the interrupt count process (counting the number of times the timer interrupt process described above is executed) are included in the game control process. Only the process) may be executed, and other processes in the game control process may be executed in the main process. In this case, in the loop process from S17 to S19 in the main process, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processes from S103 to S107 and S110 to S116 (except S112) among the game control processes (described above). Does not include interrupt count processing.

  Further, in the timer interruption process, the CPU 56 counts the number of interruptions as described above, and then confirms that the timer interruption number has reached a predetermined number (for example, three times) with the start port switch 14a turned on. If detected, it is determined that a condition for reading a random number value from the random number circuit is satisfied, and a random number reading flag indicating that the condition for reading the random number value is satisfied is set. In the main process, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the random number read flag is set when executing a later-described start port switch passing process (S122) in the special symbol process (S106), and the random number read flag is set. If it is determined that the start port switch 14a is on, an output control signal is output to the random number circuit, and the updated value of R1 is read. In the main process, the CPU 56 determines whether or not to make a big hit based on the read random number value when executing the special symbol normal process (S130) described later in the special symbol process (S106). Become. This is performed so that the same random number value is not continuously read.

  Next, the special symbol process (S106) in the main process will be described. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process processing program executed by the game control microcomputer 560. The game control microcomputer 560 has a start opening switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has won a start winning opening 14 provided in the game board 6 in a state where the random number read flag is set. If it is turned on, that is, if a start winning that causes the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 has occurred (S121), after the start opening switch passing process (S122) is performed, depending on the internal state, S130 to S137 Do one of these processes.

In the start port switch passing process of S122, the numerical data stored in the reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55 when the start port switch 14a is turned on (specifically, when the aforementioned random number read flag is set) is stored. Check whether the number (pending storage number) has reached the upper limit (4), and if the number of numerical data stored in the holding storage buffer has not reached the upper limit, the above-described random number read flag is set Whether or not it is set, the count value of the reserved storage counter indicating the number of reserved memories is incremented by one. Then, the R1 numerical data from the random number circuit, and the random counters R2 to R2 for determining the big hit type / hit symbol are respectively extracted and correspond to the extraction order of the reserved storage buffer (corresponding to the value of the reserved memory counter). The process of storing in the storage area is executed. Here, the extraction of R1 numerical data from the random number circuit is performed by inputting an output control signal to the random number circuit and reading out the numerical data of R1 stored as the random number value updated by the random number circuit. Thus, when the start port switch 14a is turned on and the stored number (holding storage number) of the numerical data (holding storage data) stored in the holding storage buffer does not reach the upper limit value, the numerical data is extracted. The condition is satisfied and the condition for executing the variable display, that is, the variable display execution condition (starting condition) is satisfied.
The determination as to whether or not the start port switch 14a is normally turned on is provided with a timer corresponding to the start port switch 14a for measuring the time during which the start port switch 14a is continuously turned on, When the timer value reaches a predetermined value, it may be determined that the start port switch 14a is in an on state.

  Special symbol normal processing (S130): State in which execution of variation display of special symbols can be started (for example, the variation display of symbols is not performed on the special symbol display 8, and the variation display of the previous symbol on the special symbol display 8 is displayed. It waits for a predetermined period to elapse from the end and a state where the game is not a big hit game. Then, when the variable symbol display can be started, the variable display start condition is satisfied, and the reserved memory count is confirmed by confirming the count value of the reserved memory counter for the special symbol. If the count value of the holding storage counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is determined as a result of the fluctuation display of the special symbol display 8, based on the extracted value of R1 for jackpot determination. If it is determined that the game is a big hit, the big win flag is set, and the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to the special symbol stop symbol setting process of S131. On the other hand, when it is determined that the jackpot is not set (when it is determined that the jackpot is lost), the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the special symbol stop symbol setting process of S131 without setting the jackpot flag. . When the execution condition (start condition) of the above-described variation display is satisfied, but the count value of the hold storage counter is 0, the above-described demonstration display command is set. The demonstration display command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. As described above, such a demo display command is at least one of the fact that the game control microcomputer 560 is performing a variable display or that the number of reserved memories is not “0”. Once every time it is determined that the change has been made from the first operation state where the condition is satisfied to the second state in which no change display is performed and the number of reserved memories is “0”. Only sent.

  As described above, when the demonstration control command output in this way is received, the effect control microcomputer 800 counts the time during which the variable display is not continuously performed, and the time is a predetermined time. When the time reaches (for example, 60 seconds), the above-described normal demonstration display is executed in the variable display device 9.

  Special symbol stop symbol setting process (S131): When a big hit is made, the type of jackpot and the big hit symbol are determined based on the extracted value of R2 for determining the big hit type / hit symbol. By determining the type of jackpot in this way, it is determined whether or not to be in a probable variation state and whether or not to be in a time-short state. Further, when it comes off, the R3 value for determining the above-mentioned outlier symbol is extracted, and the outlier symbol is determined based on the extracted value. Then, a symbol information command for designating special symbol information to be derived and displayed (information such as information indicating which symbol is to be selected as the first probability variation big hit, the second probability variation big hit, the normal big hit, or the off-set) is set. The symbol information command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the variation pattern setting process of S132.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (S132): Based on predetermined determination results such as jackpot determination and reach determination, the fluctuation pattern data table is selected, and the value of the random counter R4 for determining the fluctuation pattern is extracted to obtain the value of R4. Accordingly, by selecting and determining a variation pattern to be executed from among a plurality of types of variation patterns set in the variation pattern data table, the variation pattern for variation display on the special symbol display 8 and the variation display device 9 is selected and determined. To do. Specifically, as the variation pattern data table, a reach time data table selected when the reach display mode is selected (when it is determined that a big hit and when it is determined that the reach is lost) And a reach time data table selected when the reach display mode is not established. In addition, as such a variation pattern data table, a data table for a short time when a shortened variation display time is selected, and a data table for a non-short time when a normal variation display time not shortened is selected. And are provided separately. When the time-saving flag is set, or when the number of special symbols reserved is greater than or equal to a predetermined number in the non-time-saving state where the time-saving flag is not set, When the data table is selected and is not in such a state, the non-short-time data table for which the normal variable display time that is not shortened is selected is selected.

  Also, after setting the variation display time (the time from the start of variation to the time when the display result is derived) for the variation display on the special symbol display 8 based on the variation pattern selected and determined in the special symbol process timer. Start the special symbol process timer. In addition, a drive signal for starting the special symbol variation display is set. The drive signal set here is output in S114 of FIG. In addition, a variation pattern command which is a command for instructing a variation pattern including information on the length of the variation display time of the decorative design is set. The variation pattern command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the special symbol variation process of S133.

  Special symbol variation processing (S133): When the variation display time in the variation pattern selected and determined in the variation pattern setting processing has elapsed (the special symbol process timer set in S132 times out), the special symbol process flag is shifted to S134. Update as follows.

  Special symbol stop process (S134): Control is performed so that symbols that are variably displayed on each of the special symbol indicator 8 and the variable display device 9 are stopped. Specifically, a drive signal for stopping the special symbol is set. The drive signal set here is output in S114 of FIG. Then, a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol is set. The symbol stop command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. If the big hit flag is set, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening in S135. Otherwise, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the special symbol normal process of S130.

  Pre-winner opening pre-processing (S135): In the pre-opening pre-opening process, control is performed to open the pre-winner. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer. The pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game. As a result, in the pre-opening process for the big winning opening in the first round, a process for transmitting the above-mentioned jackpot start command to the effect control board 80 is performed. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the large winning opening opening process of S136.

  Processing for opening a big prize opening (S136): Control for transmitting a round start command for displaying a round in the big hit gaming state to the microcomputer 800 for effect control, and closing conditions for the big prize opening in each round, That is, a process for confirming that the end condition of each round is satisfied is performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening in S135. Thereby, the process proceeds to the pre-release processing in the next round. On the other hand, if the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there is no remaining round, the special symbol process flag is updated so as to shift to the big hit end processing of S137. Thereby, it progresses to the jackpot end process.

  Big hit end processing (S137): As display control when the big hit gaming state is ended, control for transmitting the aforementioned big hit end command to the effect control microcomputer 800 in order to display an ending display indicating that the big hit gaming state is ended. To do. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S130. Further, when it is determined that the probability variation state is set by the special symbol stop symbol setting process, the processing for setting the probability variation flag as described above is performed. When the probability variation flag is set in this way, the probability variation state is entered after the big hit gaming state is completed. When it is determined that the time reduction state is set by the special symbol stop symbol setting process, the process for setting the time reduction flag as described above is performed. When the time reduction flag is set as described above, the time reduction state is established after the big hit gaming state is ended. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S130.

  Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 800 will be described. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 800.

  In the effect control main process, first, an initialization process for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, initial setting of a timer for determining the start interval of effect control, and the like is performed (S201). When the initialization process is completed, the production control microcomputer 800 monitors the timer interrupt flag (S202). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 800 sets “1” as the value of the timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If “1” is set as the value of the timer interrupt flag in S202, the effect control microcomputer 800 clears the value of the timer interrupt flag (S203), and executes the following effect control process.

  A timer interrupt occurs every 33 msec, for example. That is, the effect control process is activated every 33 msec, for example. Further, in the timer interrupt process in this embodiment, only the process of setting “1” as the value of the timer interrupt flag is performed, and the specific effect control process is executed in the main process. The effect control process may be executed.

  In the effect control process, first, a power-off process for monitoring whether or not a power-off signal is output is executed (S204). Next, when a command such as an effect control command and a standard date / time command is received, a command analysis process for analyzing what the received command is is executed (S205). In the command analysis process, a command reception flag for specifying what command is received for the received command is set. For example, when a variation pattern command as described above is received as an effect control command, a command reception flag indicating the variation pattern command and the type of variation pattern is set. Also, for example, when a standard date / time command is received, it is a standard date / time command, and the type of standard date / time command (standard second command, standard minute command, standard time command, standard day command, standard day command, standard month command, And a command reception flag indicating a standard year command). In the command analysis process, when a standard date / time command is received, corresponding to the received standard date / time command, year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute or the time indicated by the EXT data of the standard date / time command is received. Numerical data of seconds is stored as reception standard value data in the RAM 85, and is used for setting a time value of the RTCM 100. The received standard value data is rewritten every time a standard date / time command is received.

  Next, a specific information management process, which is a process for managing specific information such as information related to project execution, information related to project notice, information related to notification, and information related to special effects, is executed (S206). The contents of the specific information management process will be described later with reference to FIG. Next, a simultaneous effect process, which is a process for executing the aforementioned simultaneous effect, is executed (S207). The contents of the simultaneous effect process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, effect control process processing is performed (S208). The contents of the effect control process will be described later with reference to FIG. In the production control process, a process corresponding to the current control state (production control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the display control of the variable display device 9, the light emission control of various lamps, Production control including sound control by the speaker 27 is executed.

  Next, when the above-mentioned standard date / time command is received, the count values of the year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second in the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 in the RTCM 100 are changed to the standard year based on the command. , Month, day, day of the week, hour, minute and second, RTCM management processing for managing the count value in the RTCM 100 is performed (S209).

  Next, a random number update process for updating a predetermined random counter is executed (S210). In the random number update process, for example, various random counters such as a random counter RU-1 to RU-3 for determining a decorative symbol stop symbol and a random counter RV for determining the effect contents are updated. Thereafter, the process returns to the process of checking the timer interrupt flag in S202.

  The effect control INT signal from the main board 31 is input to the interrupt terminal of the effect control microcomputer 800. For example, when an effect control INT signal from the main board 31 is turned on, an INT interrupt is generated in the effect control microcomputer 800. Then, when the INT interrupt is generated, the effect control microcomputer 800 executes a process of receiving the effect control command in the INT interrupt process. In the process of receiving the effect control command, the effect control microcomputer 800 stores the received effect control command data in a command reception buffer provided in the RAM 85. Similarly, when the connector is removed and replaced as described above, the standard date / time INT signal from the standard date / time data output device 300 is also an interrupt terminal to which the effect control microcomputer 800 receives the effect control INT signal. Is input to the same interrupt terminal. For example, when the standard date / time INT signal from the standard date / time data output device 300 is turned on, an INT interrupt is generated in the production control microcomputer 800. Then, when the INT interrupt is generated, the production control microcomputer 800 executes a process of receiving the standard date / time command in the INT interrupt process. In the process of receiving the standard date / time command, the production control microcomputer 800 stores the received standard date / time command data in a command reception buffer provided in the RAM 85.

  Each of the effect control command from the game control board 31 and the standard date / time command from the standard date / time data output device 300 is produced by the INT interrupt process of FIG. 25 which is an interrupt process different from the effect control main process. Received by computer 800.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an INT interrupt process executed by the effect control microcomputer 800. The INT interrupt process is a process executed as an interrupt process when an INT signal (effect control INT signal or standard date / time INT signal) is received.

  In the INT interrupt process, first, it is confirmed whether or not a data receiving flag indicating whether or not command data is being received is set (S801). When the data receiving flag is set, the process proceeds to S804 described later. On the other hand, when the data receiving flag is not set, this interrupt is an interrupt due to the transmission of the first byte data in the effect control command or the standard date / time command, and the pointer value is cleared to 0 (S802). ), A data receiving flag is set (S803). Then, the process proceeds to S804. Here, the pointer indicates the byte in the data storage area provided as a command reception buffer in the RAM 85 of the effect control microcomputer 800, and is 1 when the value is 0. It is instructed to store the received data at the byte, and when the value is 1, it is instructed to store the received data at the second byte.

  In S804, it is determined whether or not the INT signal (effect control INT signal or standard date / time INT signal) is on (S804). If it is determined that the INT signal has been turned off, data is input from the input port, and the input data is stored at the address indicated by the pointer in the data storage area (S805).

  Then, the effect control microcomputer 800 adds 1 to the value of the pointer (S806). Then, it is determined whether or not the pointer value is 2 (S807). If it is determined that the pointer value is not 2, reception of the 2-byte production control command or standard date / time command has not yet been completed (processing of the first byte of data has ended). Therefore, the process returns and the process from S801 is repeated based on the input of the INT signal of the second byte, and the process shifts to the process of the received data of the second byte. On the other hand, when it is determined that the pointer value has become 2, since the reception of the data of the production control command or standard date / time command composed of 2 bytes has been completed, the data reception completion flag is set and the data The receiving flag is reset (S808, S809). Through the processing as described above, the production control command or standard date / time command data composed of 2 bytes is received by the production control computer 800.

  Next, the command analysis processing in S205 of FIG. 24 will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing.

  In the command analysis process, it is determined whether or not there is received command data stored in the command reception buffer as described above (S211). If there is no received command, the process returns. On the other hand, when there is a reception command, the reception command is read (S212). The command data read here is erased in the command reception buffer. Then, it is determined whether or not the read reception command is the symbol information command described above (S213).

  When it is determined that the received information is a symbol information command, the type of received symbol information command (the first probability variation big hit, the second probability variation big hit, the normal big hit, or the type of loss) can be specified in correspondence with the received symbol information command. A symbol information command reception flag as a flag is set (S214). Then, the process returns to S211. If it is determined that it is not a symbol information command, it is determined whether or not the read received command is a variation pattern command (S215).

  When it is determined that the command is a fluctuation pattern command, the type of the received fluctuation pattern command (a fluctuation pattern that shifts without reaching reach, the first to third normal reach, etc.) can be specified corresponding to the received command. A variation pattern reception flag, which is a reception flag, is set (S216), and the process returns to S211. If it is determined that the command is not a variation pattern command, it is determined whether or not the read received command is a jackpot start command (S217).

  When it is determined that it is a big hit start command, a reception flag that can specify the type of the received big hit start command (the type of first big hit big hit, second right big hit big hit, normal big hit big hit) corresponding to the received command The big hit start command reception flag is set (S218), and the process returns to S211. If it is determined that the command is not a jackpot start command, it is determined whether or not the read received command is a jackpot end command (S219).

  When it is determined that the command is a jackpot end command, a reception flag that can identify the type of the received jackpot end command (type of first probability variation big hit, second probability variation big hit, normal jackpot big hit end) corresponding to the received command The big hit end command reception flag is set (S220), and the process returns to S211. If it is determined that the command is not a jackpot end command, it is determined whether or not the read received command is a standard date / time command (S221).

  When it is determined that the command is a standard date / time command, the type of received standard date / time command (standard second command, standard minute command, standard time command, standard day command, standard day command, standard day command, based on the data of the first byte of the received standard date / time command. A standard date / time command reception flag, which is a reception flag that can specify a day command, a standard month command, a standard year command, and a transmission end command), is set (S222). Then, based on the second byte data of the received standard date / time command, the standard value data indicated by the received standard date / time command is stored in the predetermined storage area of the RAM 85 as received standard value data (S223). Return.

  If the received command is any other received command other than the above-mentioned commands, it is determined what the received command is, a command reception flag corresponding to the received command is set (S224), and the process returns to S211. That is, S224 collectively shows processing corresponding to reception of various commands other than the above-described symbol information command, variation pattern command, jackpot start command, jackpot end command, and standard date / time command.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the specific information management processing in S206 of FIG. In the specific information management process, the following process is performed. First, the setting operation unit 355 causes the operation period-specific effect selection information shown in FIG. 11A, the reach effect selection information shown in FIG. 11B, the project execution information shown in FIG. Specific information such as project notice information shown in (d) of FIG. 11, notice information shown in (e) of FIG. 11, special performance information shown in (f) of FIG. 11, and simultaneous operation information shown in (g) of FIG. It is determined whether or not a management information update operation has been performed (S311). Specifically, as described above, the setting operation unit 355 specifies the operation period-specific production selection information, reach production selection information, project execution information, project notice information, notification information, special production information, simultaneous operation information, and the like. It is an operation unit (operation unit having at least a function for designating information and a function for inputting numerical data) that can be operated by specifying and setting management information related to information (including new setting and update setting). The shop clerk can perform a setting operation to specify management information to be set and input setting data.

  If it is determined in S311 that the management information setting operation has been performed, the corresponding management information stored in the RAM 354 is newly set or updated according to the setting operation (S312), and the process proceeds to S313 to be described later. In S312, when there is an operation for setting management information, the management information before setting is read from the RAM 354 and displayed on the variable display device 9, and the management information after setting is written to the RAM 354 and displayed on the variable display device 9. To do. As described above, the setting operation unit 355 is operated with respect to specific information such as operation period-specific production selection information, reach production selection information, project execution information, project notice information, notification information, special production information, and simultaneous operation information. Thus, the management information stored in the RAM 354 can be newly set or updated. On the other hand, when it is determined in S311 that there is no management information setting operation, the process proceeds to S313 as it is.

  In S313, information (hereinafter referred to as date / time information) of the current time value (year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second) that the RTCM 100 measures is acquired from the RTCM 100. Then, from the RAM 354, the project execution information shown in FIG. 11C is acquired (S314), the project notice information shown in FIG. 11D is acquired (S315), and the notification information shown in FIG. Acquisition (S316), acquisition of special effect information shown in (f) of FIG. 11 (S317), acquisition of reach effect selection information shown in (b) of FIG. 11 (S318), and (g) of FIG. Simultaneous operation information is acquired (S319).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been set (registered (stored) as the operation start date and time in the operation start date storage area of the RAM 354) (S320). In S320, it is determined whether or not the operation start date and time has been set based on whether or not the operation start date and time set flag has been set. The operation start date / time set flag is a flag set in S368 of FIG. 28 described later when the operation start date / time is registered.

  When it is determined that the operation start date / time has not been set, an operation start date / time setting process that is a process for setting the operation start date / time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed (S321), and the process proceeds to S322, which will be described later. The contents of the operation start date and time setting process will be described later with reference to FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation start date has been set, the process proceeds to S322 as it is.

  In S322, based on the date and time information acquired in S313 and the project notice information acquired in S315, whether or not the current date and time matches the set time of any project notice registered in the project notice information table. Judging. When it is determined that it does not coincide with the set time of the project notice, the process proceeds to S323 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that it coincides with the set time of the project notice, it is determined whether or not the project notice has been set to be executed (S323). Here, the meaning that the project notice has been set to execute means that various data settings for executing the project notice have been set. Specifically, in S323, whether or not the project notice has been set to run based on whether or not the project notice execution set flag indicating that the project notice matching the set time has been set has been set. Determine whether.

  If it is determined that the project notice has already been set, the process proceeds to S326 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the project notice is not already set, data for executing the project notice is set (S324). Specifically, in S324, for example, data such as image data for displaying a project notice as shown in FIGS. 15B and 15C is set. Then, when the data for executing the project notice is set in S324, the execution notice completion flag for the project notice is set (S325), and the process proceeds to S326. Thus, based on the data set in S324, the project notice is executed in S417 of FIG. 32 described later.

  In S326, based on the date and time information acquired in S313 and the project execution information acquired in S314, whether or not the current date and time matches the set time of any project registered in the project execution information table. to decide. When it is determined that it does not coincide with the project setting time, the process proceeds to S331 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the current time coincides with the set time of the project, it is determined whether or not the project has been set for execution (S327). Here, the meaning that the project has been set for execution means that various data settings for executing the project have been made. Specifically, in S327, it is determined whether or not the project has been set for execution based on whether or not a project execution set flag indicating that the project that matches the set time has been set for execution has been set. To do.

  When it is determined that the project has been set to execute, the process proceeds to S331 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the project has not been set for execution, the effect information such as the operation period-specific effect selection information shown in FIG. 11A is acquired from the RAM 354 (S328). Then, data for executing the project is set (S329). Specifically, in S329, by setting the data for realizing the situation indicated by the project information, such as changing the effect type, by changing the above-described effect type selection data according to the project, FIG. As shown in (d), the effect type used for display on the variable display device 9 can be changed. Here, for setting the data for realizing the situation indicated by the project information, for example, changing the effect type indicated by the above-described effect type selection data stored in the RAM 354 and selecting according to the variation pattern command Setting data for changing the selection target of the production of the variation pattern and setting data for permitting selection of the production type by the selection button 358 are included. Then, in response to the fact that the data for executing the project is set in S329, the execution set flag of the project is set (S330), and the process proceeds to S331. Thus, when the project is executed in S414 of FIG. 32 described later, the project is executed based on the data set in S329 as described above.

  In S331, based on the date / time information acquired in S313 and the notification information acquired in S316, the current date / time / day matches the set time (day / time) of any notification registered in the notification information table. Determine whether or not. When it is determined that it does not coincide with the notification setting time, the process proceeds to S335 described later. On the other hand, if it is determined that the notification coincides with the set time of notification, it is determined whether or not the notification has been set to be executed (S332). Here, the meaning that the notification has been set to execute means that various data settings for executing the notification have been performed. Specifically, in S329, it is determined whether or not the notification has been executed and set based on whether or not the notification execution set flag indicating that the notification that coincided with the set time has already been set is set. To do.

  When it is determined that the notification has been set for execution, the process proceeds to S335 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the notification has not been set for execution, data for executing the notification is set (S333). Specifically, in S333, data such as image data for displaying notifications as shown in FIGS. 17B and 17F and FIG. 18J is set. Then, in response to the fact that the data for executing the notification is set in S332, the execution set flag of the notification is set (S334), and the process proceeds to S335. Thereby, when the notification is executed in S420 of FIG. 32 described later, the notification is executed based on the data set in S333.

  In S335, based on the date information acquired in S313 and the special effect information acquired in S317, it is determined whether or not the current date matches the special effect execution permission time registered in the special effect information table. . When it is determined that the special effect execution permission time coincides, the special effect execution permission flag is set (S336), and the process proceeds to S338 described later. Here, the special effect execution permission flag refers to a flag that is set to permit execution of the special effect described above. When the special effect execution permission flag is set, the execution of the special effect is permitted, and when the special effect execution permission flag is not set, the execution of the special effect is not permitted. When the special effect execution permission flag is set, the special symbol effect is executed by the special effect process of FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined that it does not coincide with the special effect execution permission time, the special effect execution permission flag is reset (S337), and the process proceeds to S338 described later.

  In S338, based on the date and time information acquired in S313 and the reach effect selection information acquired in S318, it is determined whether or not the current date and time coincides with the timing for selecting the first hit table for the big hit.

  When it is determined that the time for selecting the first reach table for the big hit is coincident, the first reach table selection flag for the big hit is set (S339), and the process proceeds to S341 described later. Here, the big hit time first reach table selection flag refers to a flag that is set to select the big hit time first reach table as the reach table used for selecting and determining the reach type at the time of big hit determination. When the big hit time first reach table selection flag is set, the big hit time first reach table is selected when the reach type at the time of big hit determination is selected and determined in the normal mode display result / effect determination processing of FIG. Will be used.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that it does not coincide with the timing for selecting the first reach table for the big hit, that is, when the second reach table for the big hit is selected, the second reach table selection flag for the big hit is set ( S340), the process proceeds to S341 described later. Here, the big hit time second reach table selection flag is a flag that is set to select the big hit time second reach table as the reach table used to select and determine the reach type at the time of big hit determination. When the big hit time second reach table selection flag is set, the big hit time second reach table is selected when the reach type at the time of big hit determination is selected and determined in the normal mode display result / effect determination processing of FIG. Will be used.

  In S341, based on the date / time information acquired in S313 and the simultaneous operation information acquired in S319, it is determined whether or not the current date / time matches the start time of the simultaneous demonstration display. When it is determined that it coincides with the start time of the simultaneous demonstration display, the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set (S342), and the process proceeds to S343. Here, the simultaneous demonstration display flag refers to a flag that is set when the simultaneous demonstration display is executed. When the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set, execution of simultaneous demonstration display is started in the demonstration display processing of FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that it does not coincide with the start time of the simultaneous demonstration display, the process proceeds directly to S343.

  In S343, based on the date information acquired in S313 and the simultaneous operation information acquired in S319, it is determined whether or not the current date matches the end time of the simultaneous demonstration display. If it is determined that it coincides with the end time of the simultaneous demonstration display, the simultaneous demonstration display flag is reset (S344), and the process proceeds to S345. When the simultaneous demonstration display flag is reset, the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display is terminated in the demonstration display processing of FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that it does not coincide with the end time of the simultaneous demonstration display, the process proceeds to S345 as it is.

  In S345, based on the date / time information acquired in S313 and the simultaneous operation information acquired in S319, it is determined whether or not the current date / time matches the simultaneous effect start time. When it is determined that it coincides with the start time of the simultaneous performance, the simultaneous performance flag is set (S346), and the process proceeds to S347. Here, the simultaneous effect flag refers to a flag that is set when the simultaneous effect is executed. When the simultaneous effect flag is set, execution of the simultaneous effect is started in the simultaneous effect process of FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that it does not coincide with the start time of the simultaneous performance, the process proceeds to S347 as it is.

  In S347, based on the date information acquired in S313 and the simultaneous operation information acquired in S319, it is determined whether or not the current date matches the simultaneous effect end time. When it is determined that it coincides with the start time of the simultaneous performance, the simultaneous performance flag is reset (S348), and the process returns. When the simultaneous effect flag is reset, the execution of the simultaneous effect is ended in the simultaneous effect process of FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that it does not coincide with the end time of the simultaneous performance, the process returns.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the operation start date and time setting process in S321 of FIG. In the operation start date and time setting process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned continuous operation time measurement flag is set (S361). If it is determined that the continuous operation time measurement flag is not set, the time value (year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second) of the RTCM 100 based on the date / time information acquired in S313 described above. ) Is stored in the continuous operation time measurement start storage area provided in the RAM 354 (S372). Then, the continuous operation time measurement flag is set (S373), and the process returns. As a result, the time measurement for setting the operation start date and time is started from the start of the continuous operation time measurement stored in S372. On the other hand, when it is determined that the continuous operation time measurement flag is set, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (S362).

  When it is determined that the variation pattern command reception flag is not set, the process proceeds to S364 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variation pattern command reception flag is set, a variation number counter (initial value) is a counter for counting the number of times the special symbol and decorative symbol variation display is performed during continuous operation time measurement. The value is updated by adding “1” to “0” (S363), and the process proceeds to S364.

  In S364, based on the date and time information acquired in S313 described above and the information at the start of continuous operation time measurement stored in the RAM 354, the continuous operation time as the elapsed time from the start of continuous operation time measurement is calculated. (S364). Then, it is determined whether or not the continuous operation time obtained in S364 has reached a predetermined operation start time determination value (for example, 2 hours) (S365). When it is determined that the operation start determination value has not been reached, the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation start determination value has been reached, it is determined whether or not the value of the above-mentioned variation counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined operation determination value (for example, once) (S366). .

  When it is determined that the value of the fluctuation counter is not equal to or greater than the operation determination value, it is determined that it is not in the operation state, and is stored in the RAM 354 in order to initialize unnecessary data in the subsequent processing. The data at the start of continuous operation time measurement is deleted (S370), and the continuous operation time measurement flag is reset (S371). At that time, the value of the variation counter is reset to the initial value (not shown). Then return. On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the variation counter is greater than or equal to the operation determination value, it is determined that the operation state is in operation, and is registered (stored as an operation start date and time in an operation start date and time storage area provided in the RAM 354. (S367). Then, in response to the registration of the operation start date and time, the aforementioned operation start date and time set flag is set (S368).

  Next, based on the information of the operation start date and time registered in S368, the operation period-specific effect selection information table, the reach effect selection information table, the project execution information table, the project notice information table, and the special effect information shown in FIG. A process for setting various management information such as creating a table and further creating a notification information table and a simultaneous operation information table shown in FIG. 11 is performed (S369), and the process returns. The data table created in S368 is a data table in which default values of various data as described above are set. Thereafter, the data in each data table is obtained by executing the processing in S311 and S312 in FIG. Based on data input from the setting operation unit 355, any change can be made. In this way, each data of the production selection information table by operation period, reach production selection information table, project execution information table, project notice information table, notification information table, special production information table, and simultaneous operation information table, The registered operation start date and time is set as the reference date and time.

  In S369, for example, as the effect selection information table by operation period, the first operation period from the registered operation start date and time to the day of the third week (day after 21 days) is the fourth from the registered operation start date and time. From the day of the week (day after 21 days) to the day of the sixth week (day after 35 days), from the day of the seventh week (day after 35 days) from the registered operation start date and time An effect selection information table by operation period in which the operation period is set such that the day until the ninth week (the day after 39 days) is the fourth operation period is created (see FIG. 11A).

  Further, as the reach production selection information table, an operation period production selection information table in which the same operation period as the operation period production selection information table is set based on the registered operation start date and time is created (FIG. 11). (See (b)).

  Also, as the project execution information table, the date and time 21 days after the registered operation start date and time is the execution date and time of project 1, the date and time 35 days after the registered operation start date and time is the execution date and time of project 2, and the registered operation start time An effect selection information table by operating period in which the date and time 39 days after the date and time is set as the execution date and time of the project 3 is created (see FIG. 11C).

  In addition, for each of the registered project 1, project 2, and project 3, etc., the date and time 4 days before the execution date and time is the date and time of the first notice, and the date and time 3 days before the execution date and time are registered. 2 The date and time of the previous notice, the date and time two days before the execution date and time is the date and time of the third notice, the date and time one day before the execution date and time is the fourth notice, the date and time six hours before the execution date and time is the date and time of the fifth notice 3 A project notice information table in which the date and time before the time is set as the date and time of the sixth notice and the date and time one hour before the execution date and time is set as the date and time of the seventh notice is created (see FIG. 11D).

  Also, as the special effect information table, the period from the registered operation start date to the date one month later is the special effect execution disallowed period, and the month after the registered operation start date is the special effect execution permission period The set special effect information table is created (see (f) of FIG. 11).

  FIG. 28 shows an example in which it is determined that the operation state is in effect when the continuous operation time reaches a predetermined time and the variation pattern command is received a predetermined number of times or more. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a condition for determining that it is in an operating state, for example, during a first set time in which a state where a variation pattern command is received at least once every 10 minutes continues for 2 hours Other conditions such as a condition that the state in which the variation pattern command is received at least once continues for a second set time longer than the first set time may be used. In other words, as a condition for determining that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in an operating state, a state in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is operating is determined by grasping the behavior of the pachinko gaming machine 1 such that a change display is executed. Any condition can be used. Therefore, an effect control command other than a variation pattern command such as a symbol information command and a symbol stop command may be used as a command that can capture the behavior of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the simultaneous effect process in S207 of FIG. In the simultaneous effect process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the aforementioned simultaneous effect flag is set (S381). When it is determined that the simultaneous performance flag is not set, the process proceeds to S385 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the simultaneous effect flag is set, the simultaneous effect using the decoration lamp 25, the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c as described above is executed (S362). ). Then, it is determined whether or not the simultaneous performance priority execution flag is set (S383). The simultaneous effect priority execution flag refers to a flag that is set when the simultaneous effect is preferentially executed with respect to an effect using a lamp such as the decorative lamp 25. When the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is set, a process of displaying an image in the effect control process (design variation start processing, symbol variation processing, symbol stop waiting processing, jackpot display processing (, jackpot game processing, As for the effect using the lamp such as the decoration lamp 25 performed in the big hit game end process), the normally used lamp driving effect (hereinafter referred to as normal lamp effect) is prohibited, and the simultaneous effect is preferentially executed. In other words, even if an effect using a lamp is being executed based on the execution of a variable display or the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the timing for executing the simultaneous effect is reached, the normal lamp effect being executed is interrupted. At the same time, the simultaneous production using the lamp is preferentially executed, except for the image display such as the variable display image in the production control process. As a result, on the gaming machine installation island 200, all the pachinko gaming machines 1 in the gaming machine installation island 200 can perform the simultaneous production regardless of the execution status of the production on each pachinko gaming machine 1. Can be executed.

  If it is determined in S383 that the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is not set, the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is set (S384), and the process returns. Thereby, the simultaneous production priority execution flag is set at the start of the simultaneous production. On the other hand, when it is determined in S383 that the simultaneous performance priority execution flag is set, the process directly returns.

  If it is determined in S381 that the simultaneous effect flag is not set and the process proceeds to S385, it is determined whether or not the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is set (S385). When it is determined that the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is set, the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is reset (S386), and the process returns. As a result, the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is reset at the end of the simultaneous effect. On the other hand, if it is determined in S385 that the simultaneous performance priority execution flag is not set, the process directly returns.

  Next, the effect control process process by S206 of FIG. 24 is demonstrated. FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the effect control process. In the effect control process, the special effect process in S400a is executed, and any one of S400 to S407 is executed according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  In the effect control process, first, a special effect process for performing a special effect as shown in FIG. 19 is executed when a condition for executing the special effect is satisfied (S400a). The contents of the special effect process will be described later with reference to FIG. Thereafter, any one of S400 to S407 as described below is executed according to the value of the effect control process flag.

  Variation pattern command reception waiting process (S400): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received. When it is confirmed that a variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to the symbol variation start process of S402. Update to the corresponding value. When it is confirmed that the demonstration display command is received without receiving the variation pattern command, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the demonstration display processing in S401. The contents of the variation pattern command reception waiting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Demo display process (S401): When the fluctuation pattern command is not received for a predetermined time after the demonstration display command is received, that is, the variable storage display is "0" for the predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds). When not performed, the above-described normal demonstration display is executed. When the variation pattern command is received, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol variation start process in S402. The contents of the demonstration display process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Symbol variation start processing (S402): For variation display of decorative symbols, variation display results (combination of stop symbols) and variation patterns are obtained based on data used to start variation display such as the received symbol information command and variation pattern command. Select to start the variable display. More specifically, the production control microcomputer 800 uses the determination method as described above based on the received data such as the symbol information command and the variation pattern command to determine the combination of the off symbol and the jackpot symbol. Select the display result of the decorative pattern in the variable display. In addition, the production control microcomputer 800 stores a data table indicating the correspondence between the variation pattern command and the variation pattern of the decorative design selected in accordance with the variation pattern command in the control ROM 84. Based on the relationship set in (1), the variation pattern to be executed is selected corresponding to the received variation pattern command.

  In the symbol variation start process, the variation pattern is selected as described above, but the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment selects the type of reach effect at the time of the big hit with respect to the reach effect selected according to the variation pattern. The big hit hour reach table used in the system is set to change every operation period. For this reason, in the symbol variation start process, when selecting the reach effect pattern when the big hit, check the respective states of the first hit table selection flag and the big reach second reach table selection flag described above, The jackpot reach table with the flag set is selected, and the type of reach effect to be executed is determined using the jackpot reach table. Accordingly, the reach effect can be selected and executed so that the selection ratio of the special reach differs depending on the operation period.

  In the symbol variation start process, the variation display time is set according to the variation pattern selected and determined, and the variation of the decorative symbol (left, middle, right symbol) in the variation display device 9 is started. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to the process during symbol variation of S403.

  Symbol variation processing (S403): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed, etc.) constituting the variation display variation pattern on the variation display device 9 and monitors the end of the set variation time. Then, when the set variation time is over, for example, the left, middle and right symbols of the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped, and control is performed so that the symbols are swaying without determining the display result. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol stop waiting process in S404.

  Symbol stop waiting process (S404): When the symbol display command for instructing all symbols to stop is received after the variation display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed, the variation display device 9 displays the variation display of the ornament symbol. Control is performed to stop (for example, stop the above-described fluctuation state) and derive and display a stop symbol as a fluctuation display result. Thereafter, when the decorative symbol stop symbol on the variable display device 9 results in a jackpot display result, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display processing in S405, while the variable display device 9 When the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is displayed as a display error, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process in S400. Further, in the symbol stop waiting process, in the variation pattern command reception waiting process that shifts after the symbol stop waiting process ends, it indicates whether or not the immediately preceding variation display is a variation display in which a big hit gaming state is entered. As the immediately preceding variation display data, the immediately preceding deviation data indicating that the immediately preceding variation display has resulted in a deviation display result is stored in the RAM 85.

  Big hit display processing (S405): Based on the reception of the big hit start command, when the big win game state is entered after the variable display of the decorative symbols on the variable display device 9 is finished, the display at the start of the big hit is performed. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game process of S406.

  Big hit game processing (S406): Control for displaying the big hit game effect, which is a display for producing the big hit game state. For example, display for performing various effects during each round in the big hit gaming state and various effects during the interval period between each round is performed. Then, when the big hit game processing ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game end processing of S407.

  Big hit game end process (S407): Based on the reception of the big hit game end command, an ending display is performed as an effect when the big hit game state is ended. Further, based on the type of jackpot indicated by the jackpot end command, the probability that the current gaming state belongs to the low probability low base state, high probability low base state, or high probability high base state Base state data is stored in the RAM 85. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process in S400. The probability / base state data is used, for example, for confirming the current gaming state in processing such as special effect processing described later. As such probability / base state data, data indicating a low probability low base state is stored as an initial value, and thereafter rewritten every time a big hit gaming state occurs. When it is indicated that the jackpot is normally based on the jackpot end command, data indicating the low probability base state is stored as probability / base state data. In addition, when it is indicated that the first probability variation big hit is based on the big hit end command, data indicating the high probability high base state is stored. Further, when it is indicated that the second probability variation big hit is based on the big hit end command, data indicating the high probability low base state is stored. Furthermore, in the big hit game end process, in the fluctuation pattern reception waiting process that shifts after the big hit game end process is finished, immediately before indicating whether or not the previous change display as described above is a change display in the big hit game state. As the fluctuation display data, the previous big hit data indicating that the previous fluctuation display becomes the big hit display result is stored in the RAM 85. The immediately preceding jackpot data in this case is data that can specify which type of jackpot is a first jackpot big hit, a second jackpot big jackpot, or a normal jackpot based on the jackpot end command.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the special effect process in S400a of FIG. In the special effect process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the special effect execution permission flag is set (S441). When it is determined that the special effect execution permission flag is not set, the process returns to prevent the special effect from being executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that the special effect execution permission flag is set, whether or not the execution condition for the special effect is satisfied based on determining whether or not the current state is in the high accuracy low base state Is determined (S442). Specifically, in S442, as described above, when the probability / state data stored in the RAM 85 in the big hit game ending process is the data indicating the high probability low base state, it is determined that the high probability low base state is in effect. Thus, it is determined that the execution condition of the special effect is satisfied when the high-probability low base state is in effect.

  If it is determined in S442 that the execution condition for the special effect is not satisfied, the process returns because it is not necessary to perform the special effect. On the other hand, when it is determined in S442 that the execution condition of the special effect is established, it is determined whether or not a special effect execution flag that is a flag indicating that the special effect is being executed is set (S443). . Here, the special effect execution flag is a flag set in S445 described later at the start of the special effect.

  If it is determined that the special effect execution flag is not set, processing for starting the special effect as shown in FIG. 19 is performed (S444). In S444, the contents of the mission effect are selected and determined at random from a plurality of predetermined mission effects as shown below, and data indicating the determined mission effect type is stored in the RAM 85. In this embodiment, the basic content of the mission effect is to reach with an odd number of jackpot symbols randomly selected and determined within 20 minutes. In S444, the value of RV and the type of mission effect (for example, the first mission effect whose achievement condition is to produce the symbol “1”, and the second condition that the achievement condition is to produce the symbol “3”). A mission effect, a third mission effect that is to achieve a "5" symbol, a fourth mission effect that is to achieve a "7" symbol, and a "9" symbol. Using the mission effect selection data table in which the relationship with the achievement condition (fifth mission effect such as the fifth mission effect) is set, the type of mission effect to be executed is selected and determined from the RV extraction value. The mission effect type data indicating the determined mission effect type is stored in the RAM 85. In S444, depending on the type of mission effect selected and determined, for example, the effect display at the start of the mission effect as shown in (c) of FIG. 19 (“Reach out with 7 within 20 minutes!”). Display).

  As the types of mission effects, multiple types of mission effects with different mission period conditions in the achievement conditions may be selected and selected, and multiple types of mission effects with different reach symbol conditions may be selected. A mission effect may be provided and selected.

  Next, the special effect execution flag is set (S445). By setting the special effect execution flag in this manner, when determining the stop symbol in the symbol variation start process of S402, the combination of the big hit symbol is forcibly set as the first positive variation big hit symbol combination, for example, It is specified that the combination of the first probability variation big hit symbol including the reach symbol predetermined according to the mission effect type such as “7” is determined. Thereby, when the special effect execution flag is set, the combination of the big hit symbol is always set to the mission effect type such as “7” in the symbol variation start process of S402 when the first probable big hit is reached. Accordingly, a combination of jackpot symbols including a predetermined reach symbol is determined. As a result, when the first probable big hit is achieved, as shown in FIG. 19 (d), the reach symbol is always displayed in a combination of symbols that achieves a mission such as “7”. Achieving effects can be performed. The special reach effect described above is not executed during the mission effect period, but the special reach effect may be executed during the mission period.

  Then, the special effect timer is initialized (S446), and the process returns. Here, the special effect timer refers to a timer for measuring a period during which one special effect is performed, that is, an elapsed time from the start of each mission. In this special effect timer, for example, a count value corresponding to 20 minutes designated as a special effect period (mission period) is set as an initial value, and is subtracted and updated by one each time S447 described later is executed.

  If it is determined in S443 that the special effect execution flag is set, the special effect is being executed, and the special effect timer is decremented by 1 in S447. As a result, during the execution of the special effect, the special effect timer is decremented and updated by one each time S447 is executed. Next, it is determined whether or not the special production end condition is satisfied (S448).

  Specifically, in S448, the first end condition that the first probable big hit has occurred within a predetermined time (for example, 20 minutes) from the start of the special effect, and the value of the special effect timer becomes “0”. As a result of the time-up of the special performance timer, one of the second end conditions is established, i.e., when the first certainty big hit has not occurred within a predetermined time (for example, 20 minutes) from the start of the special performance. It is determined that the special production end condition is satisfied. More specifically, the first end condition is that, after receiving the effect control command for designating the first certainty variable big hit by the time when the special effect timer expires, the first certain variable big hit is used as the immediately preceding change display data described above. It is established when data for specifying is stored. That is, the first end condition is established when the first certainty big hit is reached before the special effect timer expires. In addition, the second end condition is that the special control timer is timed up, and that the immediately preceding deviation data is stored as the immediately preceding change display data, and that the second probability variation big hit or the normal big hit is designated. After the command is received, this is established when the data specifying the second probability variation big hit or the normal big hit is stored as the immediately preceding change display data described above. That is, the second end condition is satisfied when the first certainty big hit is not reached once before the special effect timer expires.

  If it is not determined in S448 that the special effect end condition is satisfied, the process returns to continue the special effect. On the other hand, when it is determined in S448 that the special effect end condition is satisfied, a process for ending the special effect as shown in FIG. 19 is performed (S449). In S449, when the special production end condition is satisfied based on the above-described second end condition being satisfied, "20 minutes have elapsed" as shown in FIG. 19 (g) and as shown in FIG. 19 (h). A message is displayed indicating that a mission such as “sorry” could not be accomplished. In the example of the mission effect shown in FIG. 19, the display control for generating the reach with the symbol “7” when the end condition for the special effect is established based on the establishment of the first finish condition described above. It was explained that the mission was accomplished by being performed, but not limited to this, the mission of “success” was achieved when the change display stopped (before the big hit gaming state started) For example, a message indicating that the mission has been completed may be notified.

  Then, the special effect execution flag is reset (S450), and the process returns. As a result, when the special effect end condition is satisfied, the corresponding special effect is ended.

  In the special effect process shown in FIG. 31, when the special effect execution permission flag is set and the special effect execution condition is satisfied, the special effect execution flag is not set (when Y in S443). Shows an example in which a special effect is always executed in S444. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the special effect execution permission flag is set and the special effect execution condition is satisfied, and the special effect execution flag is not set (when Y in S443), for example, Whether or not to execute (start) the special effect may be determined randomly by a predetermined determination method such as using a predetermined random counter. The determination as to whether or not to execute (start) the special effect may be performed every time the special effect process is executed, or every time a predetermined time elapses or the special and decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner. Alternatively, it may be performed each time a predetermined determination condition is satisfied, such as every time when is started.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process in S400 of FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the following process is performed.

  In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, first, it is determined whether or not a variation pattern command has been received by determining whether or not a variation pattern command reception flag that is set when a variation pattern command is received is set. (S410).

  When it is determined that the variation pattern command has been received, the process proceeds to S433 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variation pattern command has not been received, it is determined whether or not the demo display command reception flag is set (S411). The demonstration display command reception flag is a flag that is set when a demonstration display command is received. When it is determined that the demo display command reception flag is set, the value of the waiting time timer is initialized to be set to a predetermined value (for example, 60 seconds) (S411a), and the process proceeds to S412. Here, the waiting time timer is for performing a demonstration display for displaying a predetermined image when the variation display device 9 has not performed the variation display of the symbol for a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds) or more. It is a counter that measures the time (non-fluctuation time) during which the symbol variation display is not performed. When a demonstration display command is received, for example, a count value corresponding to 60 seconds is set as an initial value, and the waiting time timer is decremented and updated by one each time S423 described later is executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that the demo display command reception flag is not set, the process proceeds to S412.

  In S412, it is determined whether or not the specific information display flag is set (S412). The specific information display flag is a flag indicating that specific information, which is information related to a project, project advance notice, or notification, is being displayed. When it is determined that the specific information display flag is set, the process proceeds to S428 described later. On the other hand, if it is determined that the specific information display flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the project execution set flag is set (S413). The project execution set flag is a flag that is set in S330 of FIG. 27 described above when data for executing the project is set based on the date and time when the project is performed.

  If it is determined that the project execution set flag is set, the project is executed based on the data for executing the set project (S414), and the project execution set flag is reset (S415). In S414, for example, in order to change the effect type, the project having the contents set in the project execution information table is executed, such as changing the effect type selection data as described above. For example, when a project as shown in FIG. 15D is executed, the production type selection data is changed. Based on the change, the production type selection data is confirmed at that time. Based on this, the basic screen and the effect image displayed on the variable display device 9 by the effect control microcomputer 800 are changed. Then, the above-described specific information display flag is set (S422), and the process returns.

  As described above, when the project execution set flag is set, the set project is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined in S413 that the project execution setting completed flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the project notice execution setting completed flag is set (S416). The project notice execution set flag is a flag that is set in S325 of FIG. 27 described above when data for executing the project notice is set based on the date and time when the project notice is performed. .

  When it is determined that the project notice execution set flag is set, the project notice is executed based on the set data for executing the project notice (S417), and the project notice execution set flag is reset (S417). S418). Then, the above-described specific information display flag is set (S422), and the process returns. As described above, when the project notice execution setting completion flag is set, the set project notice is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined in S416 that the project notice execution set flag has not been set, it is determined whether or not the notice execution set flag has been set (S419). The notification execution set flag is a flag that is set in S334 of FIG. 27 described above when the setting for executing the notification is made based on the date and time when notification is made.

  When it is determined that the notification execution set flag is set, the notification is executed based on the data for executing the set notification (S420), and the notification execution set flag is reset (S421). Then, the above-described specific information display flag is set (S422), and the process returns.

  In this way, when the effect is displayed at the time of executing the project, when the project notice is executed, or when the notice is executed, the specific information display flag is set. Then, until the specific information display flag is reset in S430, which will be described later, the processing in S413 to S421 is not performed according to the determination in S412. Thereby, in such a case, the effect display at the time of executing the project, at the time of executing the project notice, or at the time of executing the notification is continuously performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the notification execution set flag is not set, the above-described waiting time timer is updated (S423). As a result, the waiting time timer is decremented and updated by 1 each time S430 is executed. Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the waiting time timer becomes “0” and the waiting time timer has expired (S424).

  If it is determined that the waiting time timer has not timed up, it is determined whether there is currently a selectable effect type (S425). Specifically, in S425, when the effect types A2 and B2 can be selected by executing the project 2 described above, and the effect types A3, B3, and C1 can be selected by executing the project 3 described above. It is determined that there is a selectable effect type when the effect type is selectable. More specifically, the date and time of the current time value read from the RTCM 100 in S313 are, for example, the third operation period (effect types A2 and B2 can be selected) and the fourth operation period (effect types A3 and A3). When the production type such as B3 and C1 is selectable, it is determined that there is a production type that can be selected. If it is determined that there is no currently selectable production type, the process returns. On the other hand, if it is determined that there is a selectable effect type, an effect type selection process is performed in which the player selects the effect type and performs a process for selecting the effect type according to the player's selection ( S426), return. The contents of the effect type selection process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  If it is determined in S424 that the waiting time timer has expired, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the demonstration display process (S401), and the process returns. As a result, when the waiting time timer expires, the effect control process shifts to the demo display process and the demonstration display is started.

  Thus, when the variation pattern command is not received, the project notice execution is executed when the project notice execution set flag is set, and the project is executed when the project notice execution set flag is set, When the notification execution set flag is set, the notification is executed. When the variation pattern command has not been received and the project advance execution set flag, the project execution set flag, and the notification execution set flag are not set, the waiting time counter is up. The demo display is executed based on the transition to the demo display processing. Further, when there is an effect type that can be selected as the project progresses before the waiting time counter has timed up, a process for selecting the effect type according to the player's selection is performed.

  When the execution times of the project, the project notice, and the notification executed in this way are duplicated, as shown in S413 to S421, the project, the project notice, and the notification are set to be executed in the order. If an effect that is set to be executed is executed, then the process returns without determining whether or not it is set to be executed for the subsequent effects. Projects are executed in order from the highest priority, such as project> project notice> notification.

  The priority in this case is determined in advance according to the following criteria. For example, since the project type is changed and the execution date and time is notified to the player by the project notice, the project has the highest priority because changing the time may cause the player to be dissatisfied. Is expensive. Further, since the project notice is a notice related to the project, it has the next highest priority after the project. In addition, the announcement includes information such as a foothold that will be advantageous to the player, but even if the execution time is slightly changed, there will be no significant disadvantage for the player. high. Such priorities are not limited to such an order, and may be set in any order.

  If it is determined in S412 that the specific information display flag is set, the specific information display timer is updated (S428), and the value of the specific information display timer is set to “0” to display the specific information. It is determined whether or not the timer has expired (S429). Here, the specific information display timer is a time during which the display of the specific information displayed on the variable display device 9 by the execution of the project, the project advance notice, or the notification in the variable display device 9 is continued. Is a counter that measures the time from the start of the project, project advance notice, or announcement effect display. In the specific information display timer, for example, a count value corresponding to 20 minutes is set as an initial value, and is subtracted and updated by 1 each time S428 is executed. The specific information display timer is set to an initial value (a count value corresponding to 20 minutes is set as an initial value) when the power is turned on, and thereafter, when a variation pattern command reception waiting process is executed. When the variation pattern command is not received before the time is up, it is initialized (a count value corresponding to 20 minutes is set as an initial value) when the time is up (S431 described later). The specific information display timer is initially set at the timing when the display of specific information is started, such as when Y is determined in S413, Y is determined in S416, and Y is determined in S419. It may be made to be.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern command reception waiting process is being executed, if the variation pattern command is received before the specific information display timer expires, the effect control process performs the symbol variation start process and the subsequent processes. However, the specific information display timer is also updated in the processes in the processes after the symbol variation start process, and is initialized when the time is up (a count value corresponding to 20 minutes is set as an initial value). Is done.

  If it is determined that the specific information display timer has not expired, the process returns. If it is determined that the specific information display timer has not timed up, as shown in S435, which will be described later, if a variation pattern command has not been received, the specific information display flag is not reset and S413 to S421 are executed. Since it is not performed, the display of the project being executed, the project advance notice, or the notice is continued. In this way, the special information that has been executed in S414, S417, and S420 until it is determined in S412 that the specific information display flag is set and the specific information display timer times out in S429. Is continuously displayed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the specific information display timer has expired, the specific information display flag is reset (S430), and the specific information display timer is initialized to an initial value (a count value corresponding to 20 minutes) ( S431). When the variation pattern command reception waiting process is executed as described above, the variation pattern command is received by the time the specific information display timer expires, and the effect control process performs the symbol variation start process and the subsequent processes. When the process proceeds to the process, the specific information display flag is reset when the specific information display timer is initialized. Then, by performing the process of executing the display of the normal effect (S432), the effect display at the time of executing the project, at the time of executing the project notice, or at the time of executing the notice is terminated. For example, FIG. ) To (e) and (g) to (i) and (k) to (n) in FIG. After S432, the process returns.

  If it is determined in S410 that the variation pattern command has been received and the process proceeds to S433, it is determined whether the specific information display flag is set (S433). When it is determined that the specific information display flag is set, the specific information being displayed is reduced and displayed at the end of the display screen in the variable display device 9 (S434), and the process proceeds to S435. On the other hand, if it is determined that the specific information display flag is not set, the process proceeds to S435. As described above, since the specific information display timer is updated in the processes in the processes after the symbol variation start process, the specific information displayed in a reduced manner in S434 is continued until the specific information display timer expires. Is displayed. When the specific information is displayed in a reduced size and the specific information display timer has timed out, the processing similar to S430 to S432 is performed, and the display of the specific information is terminated. Further, when the specific information is displayed in a reduced size, if the specific information display timer does not time out before the end of the variable display, the number of reserved memories is “0” at the end of the variable display. Then, control for returning the specific information to the original size (display size in the entire display screen) is performed.

  In S435, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol variation start process (S401), and the process returns. Thereby, when the variation pattern command is received, the effect control process shifts to the symbol variation start process, and the variation display is started. By starting the variable display in this way, for example, when the effect display is performed at the time of executing the project, the project notice, or the notification, the effect display is ended. Then, for example, a normal effect in which a variable display is performed as shown in FIGS. 15D, 17C, 18G, and 18K is performed. Further, when the variable display is started when the normal effect is being performed, the normal effect is continued as it is.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the effect type selection process in S426 of FIG. In the effect type selection process, the following process is performed. First, an effect type selection screen as shown in FIGS. 16E to 16G is displayed on the variable display device 9 (S451). Then, it is determined whether or not there has been a selection switching operation by the player operating the selection button 358 (S452). S452 includes both functions of a process of starting display of the effect type selection screen and a process of continuing display of the effect type selection screen after the display of the effect type selection screen is started. After the display of the effect type selection screen is started, a variation pattern command reception waiting process is executed until it is determined in S424 in FIG. 32 that the waiting time timer has expired or a variation pattern command is received. Each time S451 is executed, the display of the effect type selection screen is started and the display of the effect type selection screen is continued.

  When it is determined that there has been a selection switching operation, the selected effect type is switched to another effect type according to the operation (S453), and the process returns. Specifically, in S453, based on the above-described effect type selection data, the effect control data and image data used for effect display are prioritized in the following order of priority (mountain effect, sea effect, and city effect). Are changed to effect control data and image data corresponding to the effect type. As a result, as described above, the displayed basic screen changes to the basic screen of the effect type after switching, and the effect image selected in the future changes to the effect image of the effect type after switching. On the other hand, when it is determined that there has been no selection switching operation, the currently selected effect type (including the effect type selected in the initial setting) is held (S454), and the process returns. Thereby, the type of the displayed basic screen is held, and the type of effect image to be selected in the future is held.

  Note that when the execution times of projects, project notices, and announcements overlap, the effects with the overlapping execution times are not displayed in order from the highest priority as described above. You may make it display. For example, as described above, in the process of setting data for executing these effects (S324, S329, and S333 in FIG. 27 described above), effects with overlapping execution times are displayed together in one screen. In this manner, data for executing the production is set. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the following process is performed. The process proceeds to S416 after S415, and to S419 after S418. Then, the processing related to the specific information display flag such as S412, S422, S430, and S434 is not performed. In this way, it is possible to perform effect display in which the execution times overlap in one screen.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the demo display process in S401 of FIG. In the demonstration display process, the following process is performed. First, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (S461). When it is determined that the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the process proceeds to S465 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variation pattern command reception flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set (S462).

  When it is determined that the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set, a process for executing the simultaneous demonstration display as shown in FIG. 14 is performed (S463), and the process returns. Thereby, the simultaneous demonstration display as described above is performed. Note that S463 includes both processing for starting the simultaneous demonstration display and processing for continuing the simultaneous demonstration display thereafter. On the other hand, when it is determined that the simultaneous demonstration display flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the aforementioned simultaneous performance priority execution flag is set (S463a). Also, the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display in S463 of FIG. 34 is performed when the fluctuation pattern command is received and the fluctuation display is executed as shown in S410aY of FIG. 32 and S461Y of FIG. It is forbidden.

  When it is determined that the simultaneous effect priority execution flag is not set, the process for executing the normal demonstration display as described above is performed (S464), and the process returns. As a result, the normal demonstration display as described above is performed. Note that S464 includes both a process for starting the normal demonstration display and a process for continuing the normal demonstration display thereafter. On the other hand, when it is determined that the simultaneous production priority execution flag is set, it is necessary to preferentially execute the simultaneous production by the lamp driving as described above, so that the normal lamp production is prohibited in the normal demonstration display ( After that, processing for executing normal demonstration display is performed (S464), and the process returns. Thus, during the normal demonstration display, the lamp driving mode is not a normal light emission pattern but a light emission pattern for simultaneous performance executed in S382 as described above, and the decoration lamp 25, the ceiling lamp 28a, and the left When the frame lamp 28b and the right frame lamp 28c are driven and controlled, a normal demonstration display image is displayed on the variable display device 9, and a simultaneous effect in which the lamps are driven and controlled with a light emission pattern for the simultaneous effect. Done. In S463b, it is determined that the simultaneous performance priority execution flag is set in S463a, and after the normal lamp driving is first prohibited, the prohibition state is maintained.

  Also, the above-described symbol variation start processing (S402), symbol variation processing (S403), symbol stop waiting processing (S404), jackpot display processing (S405), jackpot game processing (S406), and jackpot game end processing (S406). In each of S407), the same processing as S463a and S463b described above is performed, and when the simultaneous performance priority execution flag is set, when the image display is performed in each performance process, The normal lamp effect is prohibited, and the decoration lamp 25 is driven and controlled with the light emission pattern for the simultaneous effect executed in S382 as described above, thereby controlling the lamp effect for the simultaneous effect.

  If it is determined in S461 that the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol variation start process (S402). Thus, in the demonstration display process, the simultaneous demonstration display or the normal demonstration display is executed until the variation pattern command is received. Then, when a variation pattern command is received, the demo display is ended and the variation display is started by shifting from the demo display processing to the symbol variation start processing.

  Note that the timing for executing the simultaneous demonstration display may be based on the fact that the effect control process has advanced to the variation pattern command reception waiting process without being conditional on the effect control process proceeding to the demo display process. For example, when it is determined in S419 in FIG. 32 that the notification execution set flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set, and when the simultaneous demonstration display flag is set, The execution of the simultaneous demonstration display may be started. In other words, the timing for executing the simultaneous demonstration display is not applied when the non-variable display time for executing the normal demo display is used as a condition, and is executed as soon as the simultaneous demo display start time is reached when the variable display is not executed. You may be made to do.

  Next, the symbol variation start process in S402 of FIG. 30 will be described. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the symbol variation start process (S402) in the effect control process. In the symbol variation start process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not it is during a special performance period as a mission performance period (S471). Specifically, in S471, it is determined whether or not the special effect execution flag is set, and it is determined that the special effect period is in effect when the special effect execution flag is set. When it is determined that it is not during the special performance period, a display result / effect determination process at the time of normal performance is executed (S472), and the process proceeds to S474 described later. The display result / effect determination process at the time of the normal effect is based on the information such as the symbol information command and the variation pattern command during the normal effect period other than the special effect period. This is a process for performing a determination process. The contents of the display result and the effect determination process during the normal effect will be described later with reference to FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is during the special effect period, the display result / effect determination process at the time of special effect is executed (S473), and the process proceeds to S474 described later. The special effect display result / effect determination process is a process of performing a predetermined display result determination process and an effect type determination process based on information such as a symbol information command and a variation pattern command during the special effect. . The contents of the special effect display result / effect determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. As described above, the method for determining the display result of the variable display and the method for determining the effect type of the variable display differ between the special effect and the normal effect.

  Then, the fluctuation display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern set in S472 or S473 (this fluctuation display time coincides with the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command) measures the fluctuation display time in the fluctuation display device 9. The variation time timer is set, and the measurement of the variation display time by the variation time timer is started (S474). Then, the variation display of the decorative pattern for deriving and displaying the display result on the variation display device 9 is started with the variation pattern set in S472 or S473 (S475). Specifically, in S475, a process timer corresponding to the first effect control execution data in the set process table is started, and set in S472 or S473 in the variable display device 9 according to the contents of the first effect control execution data. The control of the variation display of the decorative pattern with the changed variation pattern is started, and the production control is started such as the control of various lamps and the speaker 27 is started according to the variation display. For example, a control signal is output to the VDP 88 in order to display an image corresponding to the variation pattern in the variation display device 9, and a control signal (lamp) is supplied to the lamp driver substrate 35 in order to control various lamps to be turned on / off. In order to output the control execution data) and output the sound from the speaker 27, the control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70, whereby the effect control is started. Then, the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol changing process (S403) (S476), and the process returns.

  Next, the normal effect display result / effect determination process in S472 of FIG. 35 will be described. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a normal effect display result / effect determination process (S472) in the symbol variation start process. In the normal effect display result / effect determination process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the display result of the fluctuating display of decorative symbols performed in accordance with the received effect control command is the jackpot display result (S501). Specifically, when the symbol information command reception flag set in the command analysis processing is a flag indicating the first probability variation big hit, the second probability variation big hit, or the normal big hit, it is determined to be a big hit display result.

  If it is determined that the result is a jackpot display result, the process proceeds to S502 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined not to be the jackpot display result, it is determined whether or not the display result of the decorative symbol variation display performed in accordance with the received effect control command is set as the reach-off display result (S508). Specifically, when it is determined that the symbol information command reception flag set in the command analysis process is a flag indicating an outage and the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is a flag indicating a reach In addition, it is determined that the display result is out of reach.

  When it is determined that the reach-removed display result is obtained, the combination of reach-removed symbols is randomly determined and stored in the RAM 85 as the decorative symbol variation display result (S508), and the process proceeds to S510 described later. Specifically, first, the values of the random counters RU1 to RU3 for symbol determination are extracted. Then, using the reach design determination data table in which the relationship between the value of RU1 and the reach design is determined in advance, the corresponding reach design is selected from the extracted values of RU1, and the combination of the reach design is selected from the left and right designs. It is determined as a combination of stop symbols (reach symbols). Then, using the middle symbol determination data table in which the relationship between RU2 and the middle symbol is determined in advance, the corresponding middle symbol is selected from the extracted value of RU2. However, when the middle symbol corresponding to the extracted value of RU2 matches the reach symbol, correction is performed to change the middle symbol so as not to match the reach symbol.

  Next, as the reach table for determining the type of reach effect, a loss time reach table as shown in FIG. 10C is selected (S510), and the received fluctuation pattern command is used using the selected loss time reach table. Accordingly, the reach effect type is determined, effect data such as process data for performing variable display with the determined reach effect type is set (S511), and the process returns. Specifically, in step S511, a process table in which process data is set as data used for variation display in the reach production type corresponding to the received variation pattern command is selected and set. The effect data of the change pattern for executing the change display is set. The process table is composed of data obtained by collecting a plurality of process timer set values and combinations of display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data (these data are collectively referred to as effect control execution data). It is a data table.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the reach is not a display result, it is a case where the display is a display result other than the reach display result. Specifically, in this case, a deviation designation command is received as the display result command, and a deviation fluctuation pattern other than the reach fluctuation pattern is received as the fluctuation pattern command. In this case, as a variation display result of the decorative symbols, combinations of outliers other than the reach outlier display results are randomly determined and stored in the RAM 85 (S512). Then, in accordance with the received variation pattern command, an effect type is determined, effect data such as process data for performing variable display with the determined effect type is set (S513), and the process returns. Specifically, in S513, the process table as described above in which process data is set as data used for variation display in the effect type corresponding to the received variation pattern command is selected and set. Effect data of a change pattern for executing change display in the reach effect type is set.

  If it is determined in S501 that the jackpot display result is determined and the process proceeds to S502, a combination of jackpot symbols is randomly determined and stored in the RAM 85 as a decorative symbol variation display result (S502). Specifically, in S502, when the type of jackpot indicated by the symbol information command reception flag is the normal jackpot or the second probability variation jackpot, as described above, using the normal jackpot / second probability variation jackpot symbol determination data table, Either 0 or an even decorative symbol corresponding to the random number value extracted from RU-1 is selected as a normal jackpot symbol or a second probability variable jackpot symbol, and the left and middle symbols of the selected symbol are the left, middle and right symbols. Is determined as a jackpot display result. In S502, when the type of jackpot indicated by the symbol information command reception flag is the first probability variation jackpot, the random number extracted from RU-1 using the first probability variation jackpot symbol determination data table as described above. One of the odd-numbered decorative symbols corresponding to is selected as the first probability variation jackpot symbol, and the slotted eye of the selected symbol is determined as the jackpot display result by the left, middle and right symbols.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the aforementioned big hit first reach table selection flag is set (S503). When it is determined that the big hit first reach table selection flag is set, the big hit first reach table is selected as the reach table for determining the reach effect type (S504), and the process proceeds to S507 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the first hit table selection flag at the big hit is not set, the second reach table selection flag at the big hit is set, so the reach for determining the reach effect type is determined. As the table, the big reach second reach table is selected (S506), and the process proceeds to S507, which will be described later.

  In S507, using the first big hit reach table or the second big hit reach table selected in S504 or S506, the reach effect type is determined according to the received change pattern command, and the change display with the determined reach effect type is performed. Production data such as process data for performing the process is set (S507), and the process returns. Specifically, in S507, the process table as described above in which process data is set as data used for variation display in the effect type corresponding to the received variation pattern command is selected and set, thereby reaching the reach. The production data of the variation pattern for executing the variation display by the production type is set.

  Next, the special effect display result / effect determination process in S473 of FIG. 35 will be described. FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing a special effect display result / effect determination process (S473) in the symbol variation start process. In the special effect display result / effect determination process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variation display of the decorative symbols performed according to the received effect control command is set as the first probability variation jackpot display result (S521). Specifically, when the symbol information command reception flag set in the command analysis process is a flag indicating the first probability variation jackpot, it is determined that the first probability variation jackpot display result is obtained. When it is determined that the display result is the first probable big hit display result, the mission effect type data stored as described above is checked, and the mission corresponding to the selected mission effect type is displayed as the display result of the decorative symbol variation display. The combination of jackpot symbols that achieves is determined and stored (S522). For example, in the case of the mission effect type in which the combination of reach symbols for achieving the mission is a combination of “7”, the combination of “7” is determined as the combination of the first probability variation big hit symbol. Then, in accordance with the received variation pattern command, an effect pattern for effecting the mission is determined, effect data such as process data for performing variation display with the determined effect pattern is set (S523), and return is performed. To do. Specifically, in S523, the process table as described above in which the process data as data used for the change display at the change time corresponding to the received change pattern command is selected and set, so that The production data of the fluctuation pattern for executing the fluctuation display in the production pattern that achieves the mission is set.

  Further, when it is determined in S521 that the first probability variation jackpot display result is not to be obtained, depending on whether the received symbol information command shows the big hit or the deviation, the display result of the decorative symbol variation display is a big hit that does not achieve the mission. A design or a combination of outliers is randomly determined and stored (S524). Specifically, in S524, when the symbol information command reception flag set in the command analysis processing is a flag indicating the second probability variation big hit or the normal big hit, the above-mentioned normal big hit / second probability variation big hit symbol decision is made. Using the data table, the jackpot display result is randomly determined as a jackpot symbol that does not achieve the mission. Also, in S524, when the symbol information command reception flag set in the command analysis process is a flag indicating deviation, the deviation display result is randomly determined as described above based on the extracted values of RU1 to RU3. . In this case, when reach is reached, the corresponding reach symbol is selected from the extracted value of RU1 using the reach symbol determination data table in which the relationship between the value of RU1 and the reach symbol is determined in advance. When the reach symbol corresponding to the counter value of −1 is the reach symbol that achieves the mission, the reach symbol is prevented from becoming the reach symbol that achieves the mission by performing correction such as shifting the symbol by one symbol. In this case, the combination of reach symbols that achieve the mission is confirmed based on confirming the mission effect type data stored as described above.

  Then, in accordance with the received variation pattern command, an effect type for performing an effect in which the mission is not achieved is determined, effect data such as process data for performing variable display with the determined effect type is set (S525), and return is performed. To do. Specifically, in S525, the process table as described above in which the process data as data used for the change display at the change time corresponding to the received change pattern command is selected and set, and the above-described process table is selected. The production data of the variation pattern for executing the variation display in the production type where the mission is not achieved is set.

  Even when the relationship between the mission presented in the mission effect and the type of jackpot does not match, the mission is established and the jackpot is displayed, and then, for example, an effect matching the contents of the jackpot is performed. You can do it. For example, when the reach of the first probability variable big hit symbol when the reach of the normal big hit symbol or the second probability variable big hit symbol is presented as a mission, the second probability variable big hit symbol or the normal big hit symbol is derived and displayed, and then the second What is necessary is just to show that it becomes the 1st probability variation big hit by performing the effect which rises from the probability variation big hit symbol or the normal big hit symbol to the first probability variation big hit. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a big hit is made in S521 of FIG. 37, and if it is determined that a big hit, in S522, the type of the big hit in this mission is compared with the type of the big hit in the presented mission. However, when the presented reach symbol is the normal jackpot symbol or the second probability variation jackpot symbol, the combination of the jackpot symbol derived and displayed as the display result is determined to be the jackpot symbol combination corresponding to the presented mission. To do. Then, when the above-described effect is required, effect data that enables the effect to be performed may be set in S523 according to the comparison result in S522. In addition, when the reach of the first probability variable big hit symbol is presented as a mission and the second probability variable big hit or the normal big hit is obtained, the big hit symbol may be displayed without achieving the mission.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the RTCM management process in S209 of FIG. In the RTCM management process, the following process is performed.

  First, it is determined whether or not the standard date / time command reception flag is set (S601). If it is determined that the standard date / time command reception flag is not set, the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined that the standard date / time command reception flag is set, it is determined whether or not the received standard date / time command is a transmission end command based on the type of command indicated by the standard date / time command reception flag ( S602). When it is determined that it is a transmission end command, the process proceeds to S604 described later. On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not a transmission end command, the received standard date / time command is a standard second command, standard minute command, standard time command, standard day command, standard day command, standard month command, or standard year command. Therefore, the standard time value data corresponding to the received standard date / time command is set as the time data of the RTCM 100 (S603), and the process proceeds to S605 described later.

  In step S603, standard time-measured data is set in the RTCM 100 as follows. As shown in FIG. 13, the standard date / time command is divided into a standard second command, a standard minute command, a standard time command, a standard day command, a standard day command, a standard month command, a standard year command, and a transmission end command, and is sequentially transmitted. Is done. Therefore, the type of the standard date / time command is specified by the type of the standard date / time command reception flag, and the value of the reception standard value data stored in the RAM 85 as the standard value data indicated by the EXT data of the standard date / time command received as described above. To confirm the standard value data indicated by the standard date / time command, and the data input / output request signal and the data indicated by the received standard date / time command (standard second data, standard minute data, standard time data, standard day data, standard day data, Standard month data or standard year data) is stored in a corresponding register (second register 1021, minute register 1022, hour register 1023, day register 1024, day register 1025, month register 1026, or year of the clock / calendar counter unit 1020. Write data for writing to the register 1027) It is input from the control microcomputer 800 enters the data output circuit 105 of RTCM100. In this case, the data for writing includes mode data for designating the data writing mode, and an address (second register 1021, minute register 1022, hour register 1023, day register 1024, day register 1025 to which data is written. Address data designating month register 1026 or year register 1027), and write data to be written to the address (standard minute data indicated by standard second command, standard minute data indicated by standard minute command, standard time command) Standard time data, standard day data indicated by the standard day command, standard day data indicated by the standard day command, standard month data indicated by the standard month command, or standard year data indicated by the standard year command). When such write data is input, in the RTCM 100, the control circuit 106 causes the register addresses (second register 1021, minute register 1022, The hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day register 1025, the month register 1026, or the year register 1027) are selected, and control for writing the write data to the selected address is performed. As a result, the count value of the designated register is rewritten to the standard value data, thereby setting the standard value data.

  The production control microcomputer 800 receives the standard second command, standard minute command, standard time command, standard day command, standard day command, standard month command, and standard year command, which are sequentially transmitted, in step S603. Each time the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day register 1025, the month register 1026, and the year register 1027 are sequentially set, All the time values of the year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, and second in the calendar counter unit 1020 can be set to standard values.

  If it is determined in S602 that the command is a transmission end command and the process proceeds to S604, the variable display device 9 performs a date / time setting completion notification to display a message indicating that the date / time setting is completed, and S605 is performed. Proceed to By performing such date / time setting completion notification, it is possible to easily grasp that the setting of the time value of the RTCM 100 using the standard date / time command output from the standard date / time data output device 300 is completed. In step S605, the set standard date / time command reception flag is reset and the process returns to prepare for reception of the next command.

  In the RTCM management process of FIG. 38, the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, and the day register 1024 in the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 based on the standard date / time commands sequentially received by the effect control microcomputer 800. In the example, the count values of the day register 1025, the month register 1026, and the year register 1027 are newly set sequentially. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the production control microcomputer 800 uses the second register 1021, the minute register 1022, the hour register 1023, the day register 1024, the day in the clock / calendar counter unit 1020 based on all the received standard date / time commands. You may make it perform the process which newly sets each count value of the register | resistor 1025, the month register | resistor 1026, and the year register | resistor 1027 at once.

  The standard date / time commands are not limited to sending standard date / time commands in the order of seconds, minutes, hours, days of the week, days, months, and years, but in the order of years, months, days, days of the week, hours, minutes, and seconds. In the above example, the standard date / time command may be sent in the order of year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute, second. The standard second command that is most likely to have the largest difference from the actual time (standard value) depending on the time from the transmission from the standard date / time data output device 300 to the setting in the RTCM 100 is output last, so it is set in the RTCM 100. The difference between the date and time and the actual standard date and time can be reduced as much as possible.

  Further, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in an operating state, the RTCM management process can be executed at any time, so that the time value of the RTCM 100 can be set to the standard value at any time based on the standard date / time command. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the RTCM management process may be executed only when a predetermined execution condition is satisfied. The predetermined execution condition may be, for example, when a demonstration display execution condition is satisfied. Also, the predetermined execution condition may be, for example, the time from when the power is turned on until a predetermined time elapses. Further, as the predetermined execution condition, for example, the execution condition of the demonstration display is not satisfied, but the change display is not executed.

Next, a modification of the above-described simultaneous demonstration display will be described.
First, a first modification will be described. FIGS. 39 and 40 are timing charts showing an example (first modification) of a modified example of the simultaneous demonstration display. In FIG. 39, (a) and (b) show the state of the special symbol and the decorative symbol in the first pachinko gaming machine 1 (variation state, stopped state) and the state of the simultaneous demonstration display (execution state, non-execution state). ) Is shown. In FIG. 39, (c) and (d) show the state of the special symbol and the decorative symbol in the second pachinko gaming machine 1 (variation state, stopped state) and the state of the simultaneous demonstration display (execution state, The relationship with the execution state) is shown. In FIG. 39, (e) shows the start timing of the demonstration display based on the time value of the RTCM 100.

  In the first modification, the simultaneous demonstration display is executed only at the timing based on the time measured value of the RTCM 100. In the first modification, for example, as shown in FIG. 39, a simultaneous demonstration display execution timing for executing a simultaneous demonstration display every 10 seconds (predetermined period) is set in advance, and special symbols and decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner. Is not executed, and the number of pending storages is 0, the control for starting the simultaneous demonstration display is performed when the simultaneous demonstration display execution timing comes. In the case of FIG. 39, a special symbol and a decorative symbol are respectively displayed in the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine at a timing between 10:10:30 and 10:10:40. Fluctuation display is not executed and the number of reserved memories is 0, but the timing is not the simultaneous demo display execution timing, so the next simultaneous demo display execution timing is 10:10:40. Control to execute the simultaneous demonstration display. As the simultaneous demonstration display, a demonstration display is performed in which the production mode changes in the order of the first production mode A, the second production mode B, and the third production mode C.

  FIG. 39 shows an example in which there is no deviation in the time value of the RTCM 100 between the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine. As shown in FIG. 39, when there is no deviation in the timekeeping value as described above, the special symbol and the decorative symbol are not displayed in a variable manner within the same simultaneous demonstration display execution timing period, and the number of stored memories When 0 is 0, simultaneous demonstration display is started at the same timing. Thus, when simultaneous demonstration display is started at the same timing, it can be determined that there is no deviation in the time measured value of the RTCM 100 between the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine. Further, as shown in FIG. 39, even when the end timing of the variable display is different, the simultaneous demonstration display is started at the same timing in the next simultaneous demonstration display execution timing.

  In FIG. 40, the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine together when the timing values of the RTCM 100 are different between the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine. The demo display status (execution status, non-execution status) is shown. When there is a deviation in the time measured value of the RTCM 100, as shown in FIG. 40, the simultaneous demonstration display is started due to a deviation in the timing of starting the simultaneous demonstration display (time T1 deviation in the figure). The timing is different. When the simultaneous demonstration display is started at different timings as described above, it can be determined that there is a difference between the time measured values of the RTCM 100 between the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine. In addition, when a demonstration display in which the production mode changes in the order of the first production mode A, the second production mode B, and the third production mode C is executed, the start timing of each production mode is shifted (in the figure, at time T2). The timing at which the effect mode of the simultaneous demonstration display is changed due to the occurrence of (shift). When the presentation mode of the simultaneous demonstration display changes at different timings as described above, it can be determined that there is a difference in the time measured value of the RTCM 100 between the first pachinko gaming machine and the second pachinko gaming machine.

  Further, in such a modified example, when the RTCM 100 cannot perform the timing operation due to a reason such as the RTCM 100 being broken, the simultaneous demonstration display is not executed. It can be determined whether or not an abnormality has occurred in the RTCM 100. Further, in such a modification, the opportunity to execute the simultaneous demonstration display at a relatively short cycle of every 10 seconds comes, so even if the timing for confirming whether the simultaneous demonstration display has been executed is missed, immediately Since the timing for confirming whether or not the simultaneous demonstration display has been executed comes, it is possible to eliminate the complexity of the work of the game shop clerk confirming the execution status of the simultaneous demonstration display. The first modification example as described above can be applied to both the configuration for transmitting the demo display command and the configuration for not transmitting the demo display command. In the case of a configuration in which a demo display command is transmitted, the simultaneous demo display may be started at the timing of visiting after receiving the demo display command.

  Next, a second modification will be described. As a second modification, control may be performed so that the mode of the demo display in the normal demo display and the mode of the demo display in the simultaneous demo display are different. In this way, since the mode of the demo display is different, the start time of the simultaneous demo display can be visually confirmed easily (immediately) compared to the case of the above-described embodiment.

  Next, a third modification will be described. As a third modification, the simultaneous demonstration display executed based on the time value of the RTCM 100 is when the execution condition of the demonstration display is satisfied by the elapsed time after the demonstration display command is received by the production control microcomputer 800. When a predetermined execution start time is reached at a timing before (for example, 60 seconds have passed without receiving a variation pattern command), the execution may be started at that time.

  Next, a fourth modification will be described. The fourth modification includes the simultaneous demonstration display described in the above-described embodiment and modification, and all the simultaneous demonstration displays display a demonstration display image, in addition to a demonstration effect by a predetermined sound, And it sets so that the demonstration effect by a predetermined lamp (For example, the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c) may be performed. In this way, the presentation mode of the simultaneous demonstration display becomes flashy based on the sound output and the light emission of the lamp, and it is not necessary to check the variable display devices 9 one by one. Compared to the case of the above-described embodiment, it is possible to facilitate the confirmation work of the start timing of the simultaneous demonstration display in each pachinko gaming machine 1 when the simultaneous demonstration display effect on the gaming machine installation island 200 is executed. it can.

  Next, a fifth modification will be described. As a fifth modification, based on the fact that the simultaneous demonstration display execution timing for executing the simultaneous demonstration display every 1 minute (predetermined time) based on the time value of the RTCM 100 is set in advance and the demonstration display command is received. During the execution of the normal demo display, even if the general demo display execution timing comes, the normal demo display is continued, and when the next general demo display execution timing comes, the simultaneous demo display based on the timing value of the RTCM 100 May be started. In this case, the execution duration of the simultaneous demonstration display is set to a relatively short time such as 5 seconds.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in FIG. 5, in the production control microcomputer 800, when a standard date / time command indicating the standard value of the time measured by the RTCM 100 is input from the connector 801, as shown in S603 of FIG. Based on the standard date and time indicated by the standard date and time command, the time value measured by the RTCM 100 is set to the standard value. Thereby, in the main board 31 provided with the production control microcomputer 800, the time value measured by the RTCM 100 is the standard value based on the standard date and time command input from the connector 801 which is an existing configuration to which the production control command is inputted. Therefore, with regard to the configuration related to the main board 80 and the production control microcomputer 800 necessary for setting the time measured by the RTCM 100 to the standard value, a special terminal and a special port for setting the standard value are provided. There is no need to provide it, an existing configuration can be used, and the versatility of the configuration can be ensured. Since the time value measured by the RTCM 100 can be set to the standard value in this way, the time value measured by the RTCM 100 can be made more accurate. When a predetermined effect is simultaneously executed in the plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 provided, it is possible to accurately match the effects performed in the respective pachinko gaming machines 1.

  (2) The ratio of executing the special effect in the highly accurate and low base state is 100% by S442Y to S405 in FIG. 31, and the ratio of executing the special effect in the case other than the highly accurate and low base state is 0% in S442N of FIG. Therefore, as shown in (f) of FIG. 11, even when the same highly accurate low base state (special game state) is controlled, the special performance permission period is based on the time measured by the RTCM 100. Since it is determined at a different rate whether or not to execute the special effect when it is determined that the special effect is not permitted, and when it is determined to be in the high accuracy low base state, With respect to the performance in the highly accurate and low base state, different interests can be provided to the player based on the time measured by the RTCM 100, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game.

  (3) As shown in FIG. 11A, after it is determined that the time measured by the RTCM 100 is the set date and time of the registered project 2 and project 3, a selection button 358 is selected from among a plurality of production types. Is selected in response to an instruction by the player to select an effect type, so that it is possible to provide an effect according to the player's preference and improve the interest of the player. Furthermore, as shown in (a) of FIG. 11, since the types of effects that can be selected increase in accordance with the length of the period from the operation start date, the entertainment mode has different interests based on the time measured by the RTCM 100. It can be provided to the player, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game.

  (4) As shown in FIG. 11 (a), a third operation period including the mountain production type A2 and the sea production type B2, and a fourth operation period including the subsequent mountain production type A3 and the sea production type B3, , The mountain production type A2 and the mountain production type A3 are related to the production mode by the relevance of the story of the mountain production, and the sea production type B2 and the sea production type B3 are produced by the relevance of the story of the sea production. The production type is set so that the aspect is related. Thereby, since the related production mode is selected in the third operation period and the subsequent fourth operation period, it is possible to make the production interesting by the relevance of the production mode over time. It can improve the interest of the player.

  (5) If it is determined in S338 of FIG. 27 that the second reach table selection period at the time of big hit is selected, the second reach table at the time of big hit having a high special reach selection rate is selected in S340 of FIG. When it is determined that the first reach table selection period is selected, the first hit table with a low special reach selection rate is selected in S339 of FIG. As a result, when the reach effect is performed, the special reach effect is selected at a different rate when it is determined that it is within the predetermined period based on the time value of the RTCM 100 and when it is determined that it is outside the predetermined period. Thus, with respect to reach production, different interests can be provided to the player based on the time value of the RTCM 100, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game.

  (6) As shown in FIG. 5, a standard date / time data output device 300 for outputting a standard date / time command can be connected to a command input connector 801 provided on the effect control board 80. When the output standard date / time command is input to the production control microcomputer 800 via the connector 801, as shown in S601 to S603 of FIG. 38, based on the standard value of the date / time indicated by the standard date / time command, The time value of the RTCM 100 is set to the standard value. Thereby, it is not necessary to add a new configuration regarding the configuration related to the effect control board 80 and the effect control microcomputer 800 which are necessary for setting the time count value of the RTCM 100 to the standard value. Further, in the manufacturing stage of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the time value by the RTCM 100 can be set to the standard value by using the standard date and time data output device 300, so that the gaming hall side when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed in the gaming hall Work load can be reduced.

  (7) As shown in S362 to S367 of FIG. 35, whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started operation is determined based on a command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 800. Therefore, it is not necessary to set the operation start date and time of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as the initial setting work of the RTCM 100, so the initial setting work of the RTCM 100 can be completed in the manufacturing process of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Become. That is, in the past, after the pachinko gaming machine 1 was actually introduced into the amusement hall, it was necessary for a person to determine whether or not the gaming machine started to operate and to set an operation start date and time. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 itself automatically determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started operation. This is because it is the same as completing the initial setting operation of the RTCM 100 when it is confirmed that the processing related to the above is normally performed.

  (8) When it is determined in S322 of FIG. 27 that the time value of the RTCM 100 matches the registered setting date and time of the project notice, the project notice is executed in S417 of FIG. A notice effect is provided to notify that it is possible to specify that the display mode will be changed to the specific date and time before the specific date and time for executing. By performing such a notice effect, the player can know the change date and time of the display mode in advance, so that the player can easily see the change of the display mode. , The interest of the player can be improved.

  (9) Based on the fact that the current date and time specified by the time measurement of the RTCM 100 is determined to match the set date and time of the project registered at the specific date and time by S326 in FIG. 27, the project in S414 in FIG. Is executed, the display mode in the variable display device 9 is changed. Then, when it is determined in S322 of FIG. 27 that the current date and time specified by the timing of the RTCM 100 coincides with the registered project notice setting date and time, the project notice is executed in S417 of FIG. Thus, a notice effect is provided to notify that it is possible to specify that the display mode is changed to the specific date and time a predetermined period before the specific date and time when the project is executed. By performing such a notice effect, the player can know the change date and time of the display mode in advance, so that the player can easily see the change of the display mode. , The interest of the player can be improved.

  (10) It is determined whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started operation through S361 to S373 in FIG. Then, project related information such as the project execution date and time is set in S369 based on the operation start date and time registered in S368 of FIG. Thereby, it is determined whether or not the current date and time specified by the time count of the RTCM 100 has become a specific date and time with reference to the registered operation start date and time, and the display mode is changed based on the determination result. As described above, the display mode is changed based on whether or not a specific date and time for executing the project is determined based on the operation start date and time determined and stored for each pachinko gaming machine 1 as a reference. For example, for each of the pachinko gaming machines having different operation start dates and times, such as when the date and time when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is introduced into the game hall is different among a plurality of pachinko machines of the same model, the display mode is changed from the operation start date and time The period until the date and time can be the same.

  (11) As shown in S362 to S366 of FIG. 28, whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started operation is determined based on the effect control command such as the variation pattern command, so the RTCM 100 is initially set. As a work, it is not necessary for a person to perform an operation start date setting operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 at the game hall, so that the initial setting operation of the RTCM 100 can be completed in the manufacturing process of the pachinko gaming machine 1 at the factory. . Thereby, the work amount required after the introduction of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the game arcade can be reduced.

  (12) As shown in FIGS. 11A and 11C, when it is determined that the current date and time specified by the timing of the RTCM 100 is not the set date and time of the registered project 3, After a production type is selected from a part of a plurality of production types such as types A to C and it is determined that the current date and time is the set date and time of project 3, a plurality of production types A to C are used. Since the effect types are selected from all of the effect types, the effects of the gaming machine of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be varied.

  (13) As shown in S462 and S463 in FIG. 34, when the condition of the demonstration display that the change pattern command has not been received for a predetermined time is established based on the determination in S424, in S341 in FIG. , It is determined that the time measurement result of the RTCM 100 satisfies the condition that the simultaneous demonstration display start time of FIG. 11G, which is a predetermined condition set as a condition for executing the simultaneous demonstration display, is satisfied. The simultaneous demonstration display is executed on condition that the flag is set. Thus, the RTCM 100 is provided based on confirming the timing at which the simultaneous demonstration display is executed by providing the simultaneous demonstration display that is executed when it is determined that the timing result of the RTCM 100 satisfies the predetermined condition. It can be easily determined outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 whether or not there is an error in the timing. As a result, it is possible to take measures to cope with the RTCM 100 timing error, such as setting the timing value to a standard value based on the determination result of whether or not the RTCM 100 timing error has occurred. Specifically, whether the time value of RTCM 100 is set (adjusted) using standard date / time data output device 300 or the time value of RTCM 100 is set (adjusted) using setting operation unit 355. Either process can be taken. Thus, for example, when such a simultaneous demonstration display is executed simultaneously on the pachinko gaming machines 1 arranged like the gaming machine installation island 200, the start timing of the simultaneous demonstration display of these pachinko gaming machines 1 is set. Based on checking whether or not a deviation has occurred, it is possible to determine whether or not there is an error in the date and time specified by the timing of the RTCM 100. For example, a plurality of pachinko games on the gaming machine installation island 200 When a predetermined performance is executed all at once on the machine 1 (for example, the above-mentioned simultaneous performance set and executed as shown in (g) of FIG. 11), the effects performed on the respective gaming machines are accurately matched. It becomes possible. Further, since the demonstration display is generally performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is possible to determine whether or not there is an error in the date and time specified by the time measurement of the RTCM 100 without providing a special configuration. it can. Further, by adopting a configuration in which the time value of the RTCM 100 is adjusted based on a standard date / time command output from a standard date / time data output device 300 provided separately from the pachinko gaming machine 1, a radio timepiece or the like is used in the pachinko gaming machine 1. This eliminates the need to provide a device for adjusting the time value, so that the manufacturing cost of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be prevented from increasing.

  (14) As shown in S410Y of FIG. 32 and S461Y of FIG. 34, the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display in S463 of FIG. 34 is performed as when the fluctuation pattern command is received and the fluctuation display is executed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from having distrust because the game is interrupted by suddenly starting the simultaneous demonstration display during the game. Regarding the fact that the game is being performed as a condition for prohibiting the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display, in addition to receiving the variation pattern command, the player is operating the batting operation handle 5. It may be a condition that a signal output from the touch sensor substrate 91A is output, and the process flag value of the effect control process can be specified as a process such as a change display (for example, symbol change start) Processing, symbol changing processing, symbol stop waiting processing, jackpot display processing, jackpot game in-progress processing, jackpot game end processing).

Next, modifications and feature points of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In embodiment mentioned above, the example comprised by the special symbol indicator 8 and the fluctuation | variation display apparatus 9 was demonstrated about the fluctuation | variation display part. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation display unit may be configured only by a special symbol display device that displays special symbols. In that case, a special symbol display device is configured by a display device capable of displaying the same image as the variable display device 9, and the same symbol as the above-mentioned decorative symbol is displayed as the special symbol displayed by the special symbol display device. At the same time, control is performed so that various images other than the decorative design such as the background image described above are displayed in the same manner.

  (2) The configuration of the device for effect control is not limited to that described above, and the following configuration may be employed. A microcomputer for performing display control, a microcomputer for performing sound control, and a microcomputer for performing lamp control are provided, and a microcomputer for game control includes a display control command, a sound control command, and Alternatively, a configuration may be employed in which a lamp control command is given and each microcomputer individually executes each control according to the command.

  (3) An effect control board provided with a display control microcomputer for performing display control of the variable display device 9 and a sound / lamp control board provided with a sound / lamp microcomputer for performing sound control and lamp control, for example, are provided. The display control microcomputer receives an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 provided on the main board 31, and the display control microcomputer performs display control based on the received command. -Sound control and lamp control command for commanding sound control and lamp control to the lamp control microcomputer are transmitted, and the sound / lamp control microcomputer receives the sound / lamp control command, and performs sound control and lamp control. May be performed. In this case, the sound / lamp control microcomputer includes a sound control microcomputer (provided on the sound control board) for performing sound control and a lamp control microcomputer (provided on the lamp control board) for performing lamp control. A sound control command for instructing sound control may be transmitted to the sound control microcomputer, and a lamp control command for instructing lamp control may be transmitted to the sound control microcomputer.

  (4) Effect control means for controlling the effect control device including the variable display device 9 (control of the effect of the game) instead of the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70 shown in FIG. For example, a first effect control microcomputer that performs effect control other than display control such as sound control and lamp control and a second effect control microcomputer that performs display control of the variable display device 9 are different from each other. A game control microcomputer provided on the control board gives presentation control commands including display control, sound control, and lamp control to the first presentation control microcomputer, and based on the presentation control commands. The display control command is given from the first effect control microcomputer to the second effect control microcomputer. Configured, display control, sound control, and may adopt a configuration in which an effect control including ramp control. In such a configuration, the RTCM 100, the clock circuit 353, the RAM 354, the setting switch 355, and the backup power supply circuits 356 and 357 described above are provided on the control board on which the first effect control microcomputer is provided, and the RTCM 100 and the RAM 354 are provided. The setting switch 355 is connected to both the sound / lamp control microcomputer 700 and the display control microcomputer 800a. The selection button 358 is connected to both the sound / lamp control microcomputer 700 and the display control microcomputer 800a. With such a configuration, the control relating to each of the project, the project notice, the notice, the special effect, the special reach selection rate switching, and the simultaneous operation shown in the above-described embodiment is performed by the first effect control microcomputer. It may be performed by both the second effect control microcomputer. When the first effect control microcomputer and the second effect control microcomputer are provided on separate control boards as described above, a configuration in which the RAM 354 is not provided may be employed. A configuration in which an operation day counter is provided instead of the RTCM 100 as described above may be adopted. The working day counter, for example, is a circuit that counts time to indicate “day”, “hour”, “minute”, and “second” that have passed since the operation start date and time in synchronization with the clock pulse signal supplied from the clock circuit 353. As with the RTCM 100, this is a time measuring means that operates with the backup power supplied from the backup power supply circuit 356 when the supply of power is cut off.

  The operation day counter operates based on the clock time signal that measures “hour”, “minute”, “second”, and the elapsed time from the start of supply of power to the pachinko machine 1 Judgment unit for judging whether or not it is a day and whether or not to update the count value of "day", and the day count for updating the count value of "day" based on the judgment by the judgment unit Part. The working day counter starts counting time when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is introduced to the game arcade and the supply of power is started. The operating day counter indicates that the time counting unit starts measuring time from the start of supply of power supply power on each day, and the state in which power supply power is supplied reaches a first predetermined time (for example, 8 hours). When the determination unit determines, the determination unit recognizes that it is an operating day, and then the determination unit determines that the state where the supply of power is cut off has reached a second predetermined time (for example, 4 hours). When this happens, the day count unit adds and updates the count value of “day” for one day. For example, when the supply of power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started at 10:00 am, it is determined that it is an operating day at 6 pm, for example, the power supply power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 11:00 pm When the supply is cut off, the count value of “day” is added and updated for one day at 3:00 am the next day. Unlike the RTCM 100, the “day” count value is not carried even when the number of days corresponding to the month is reached, and the count is continued.

  After the pachinko gaming machine 1 is introduced to the amusement hall, the production control microcomputer 800 determines that the day when the “day” count value indicates “1 day” is the operation start date of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, the count value of 1 day is stored in the RAM 354 as the operation start date and time. The count value of “day” in the working day counter is updated when power supply is supplied for a first predetermined time or longer and power supply power is cut off for a second predetermined time thereafter. Thereby, during the business hours of the game hall, the count value of “day” in the working day counter does not indicate the working day of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, in the production control microcomputer 800, in the state where the power supply is supplied, in order to confirm the working day of the pachinko gaming machine 1 after the operation start date, When the count value “1 day” of the operation start date and time stored in the RAM 354 is added to the count value of “day”, and the data of the added value is determined as to which day the operation date is after the operation start date Use. Such an operating day counter may be used instead of the RTCM 100 in the configuration as in the above-described embodiment.

  The RTCM 100 may be provided on either a control board provided with the first effect control microcomputer or a control board provided with the second effect control microcomputer. However, the RTCM 100 in that case needs to be backed up by a backup power supply circuit as in the above-described embodiment.

  (5) The embodiment described above is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing a gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points.

  (6) The embodiment described above can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer device or the like by a detachable recording medium. You may take the form distributed by pre-installing. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter. The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game may be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

  (7) In the first embodiment and the second embodiment described above, the example in which the RTCM 100 is mounted on the lamp driver substrate 35 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the RTCM 100 may be mounted on any of the main board 31, the effect control board 80, and the audio output board 70. However, the power supply needs to be backed up by the backup power supply circuit.

  (8) In the embodiment described above, the RAM 354 is not provided on the lamp driver board 35, but the RAM 85 is configured so that the stored data is backed up by a predetermined backup power supply circuit. Data reading and writing that have been performed on the RAM 354 in the embodiment may be performed on the RAM 85. With such a configuration, it is possible to execute each of a project, project notice, notification, special performance, special reach selection rate switching, and simultaneous operation. In addition, when such a configuration is adopted, the number of parts can be reduced by using the RAM 85 of the effect control microcomputer 800 instead of the RAM 354 as compared with the case of the above-described embodiment. it can.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the effect type related to the display on the variable display device 9 is changed by executing the project is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only the effect type based on the sound output from the speaker 27 may be changed by executing the project, or only the effect type based on various lamps may be changed. . Further, only the effect type related to the display on the variable display device 9 may be changed by executing the project. Further, the effect type related to the display on the variable display device 9 and the effect type based on the sound output from the speaker 27 may be changed by executing the project. Further, the effect type related to the display on the variable display device 9 and the effect type by various lamps may be changed by executing the project. Moreover, the effect type by the sound output from the speaker 27 and the effect type by various lamps may be changed by executing the project. In addition, all of the effect types related to the display on the variable display device 9, the effect types based on the sound output from the speaker 27, and the effect types based on various lamps may be changed by executing the project.

  (10) In the above-described embodiment, as an example of the project notice, an example has been described in which the date and time when the project is executed is directly shown as “4 days left” as shown in FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a project notice, the date and time when the project is executed may be indirectly indicated by encryption or the like, such as “day concerning water” (message indicating Wednesday indirectly).

  (11) In S367 of FIG. 28, the operation start date and time is registered in the RAM 354. The registered operation start date and time may be manually corrected by inputting numerical information based on operating the setting operation unit 355, for example.

  (12) The pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with an operation start date / time data output unit for outputting the data of the operation start date / time stored in the RAM 354 and the like to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and in other pachinko gaming machines 1 An operation start date / time data input unit for inputting the operation start date / time data output from the operation start date / time data output unit to the RAM 354 or the like is provided, and the RAM 354 is operated based on the operation start date / time data input from the operation start date / time data input unit. The data of the operation start date and time stored in the above may be rewritten. By doing so, in the plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 having different operation start dates, it is possible to easily unify the dates and times for executing the project and the project notice.

  (13) The time to execute the project shown in the above-described embodiment is set to a time when the operating rate tends to decrease based on the statistics of the past operating rates related to the pachinko gaming machine 1. In this way, it is possible to prevent a reduction in the operation rate by executing the project.

  (14) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the effect type after the change when the project is executed has been determined in advance. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the changed effect type when the project is executed may be determined at random from among a plurality of effect types. In this way, it is possible to enrich the production variation by executing the project.

  (15) In the above-described embodiment, as an example of changing the effect type when executing a project, a basic screen that is a basic image such as a symbol and background displayed on the variable display device 9 as described above. In addition, it has been described that all of the effects such as the effect image that is displayed when the variable display such as the reach effect as described above is performed is changed. However, not limited to this, as an example of changing the production type when executing a project, changing the production image without changing the basic screen, or changing the basic screen without changing the production image As described above, a part of the production may be changed. In addition, selection of whether to change all of the effects or to change a part of the effects may be selected and determined at random each time the project is executed.

  (16) In the above-described embodiment, in the operation start date and time setting process, when the continuous operation time reaches the predetermined time and the number of fluctuations in the predetermined time becomes equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the continuous operation time is set. An example is shown in which the measurement start date and time is registered as the operation start date and time. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the continuous operation time reaches a predetermined time (for example, a time when it becomes clear that the operation has started, such as 2 hours, 8 hours, etc.), the number of display changes of the symbol during the predetermined time However, regardless of the predetermined number of times, the measurement start date / time of the continuous operation time may be registered as the operation start date / time.

  (17) In the above-described embodiment, an example in which one variable display device 9 for displaying decorative symbols is provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 serves as a variable display device that displays a decorative design, and includes a first variable display device that displays the first decorative design in a variable manner and a second variable design that displays the second decorative design in a variable manner. Two variable display devices with two variable display devices may be provided. For example, the first variation display device is provided in the central portion of the game board, and the second variation display device is unevenly distributed in the upward direction, the downward direction, the left direction, or the right direction from the central portion of the game board. Provide. The second variable display device may be a small display device that displays numerical values by 7-segment LEDs or the like. As described above, when two variable display devices that display the decorative symbols in a variable manner are provided, after the first variable display device starts the variable display of the first decorative symbols in response to the start winning prize, When the first decorative symbol is in the reach display mode, and the first decorative symbol is in the reach display mode, and the first decorative symbol is in the reach display mode, the display result is off. At a predetermined timing such as the time, the display of the variation of the second decorative symbol in the second variable display device is started, and on the basis of the variation display result of the second decorative symbol, a predetermined Whether or not it is a win (for example, it may be a big hit or a small hit that is more disadvantageous to the player than the big hit) is supplementarily indicated. In such a configuration, it is assumed that the second variable display device starts the variable display only at the timing as described above.

  (18) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the RTCM 100 is provided as the time measuring means for performing the time measurement enabling the date and time to be specified has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other timing means such as a counter that counts the elapsed time and date from the working day may be used. In other words, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, any timekeeping means may be used as long as it is a timekeeping means that performs timekeeping that allows the date and time to be specified.

  (19) In the embodiment described above, when the time value of the RTCM 100 is set to the standard value using the standard date / time data output device 300 as shown in FIG. By removing the connectors of the signal lines L1 to L9 from the substrate 31 and attaching the connectors of the signal lines L11 to L19 from the standard date and time data output device 300, the standard date and time data output device 300 is connected to the effect control microcomputer 800. An example of sending a standard date / time command was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a parallel-type relay connector capable of mounting the connectors of the signal lines L11 to L19 from the standard date / time data output device 300 is provided in the middle of the path of the signal lines L1 to L9. When the connectors of the signal lines L11 to L19 from the standard date / time data output device 300 are attached to the relay connector (for example, provided on the relay board 77), the standard date / time command from the standard date / time data output device 300 is You may comprise so that it may transmit to the microcomputer 800 for presentation control via the signal line L1-L9 from the signal line L11-L19 via the connector for relay. In this case, when the standard date / time command is transmitted from the standard date / time data output device 300, the effect control command is not transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560. If comprised in this way, a standard date command can be transmitted to the production control microcomputer 800 without removing the signal lines L1 to L9 from the main board 31.

  (20) In the above-described embodiment, the gaming machine is based on a command (variation pattern command) transmitted from the effect control microcomputer 800 (game control means) to the effect control microcomputer 800 (effect control means). It is determined whether or not the operation has started (S362 to S367 in FIG. 35), and operation start determination means is provided (S361 to S373 in FIG. 28). The command used to determine whether or not the gaming machine has started operating as described above may be any command as long as it can specify that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in an operating state. Other commands such as, for example, a symbol information command, a demonstration display command, and an initialization command (an initialization command sent to the production control microcomputer 800 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on) may be used (for example, It may be determined that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started operating when the symbol information command is received a predetermined number of times in one day, and when the pachinko gaming machine 1 receives the demo display command a predetermined number of times during the day, It may be determined that the operation has started, and the production control microcomputer 800 receives the command once. To come, it may be determined that the pachinko gaming machine 1 starts the operation.).

  (21) In the above-described embodiment, the example is shown in which the simultaneous demonstration display is suddenly started at the time when the simultaneous demonstration display is started, even when the normal demonstration display is being performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the production control microcomputer 800 determines whether or not the normal demonstration display is executed when a predetermined time (for example, one minute) before the time for starting the simultaneous demonstration display. If it is determined and the normal demonstration display is being executed, control for prohibiting the execution of the normal demonstration display may be performed at a timing before the predetermined time. Further, even when the normal demonstration display is not executed, the control for prohibiting the execution of the normal demonstration display may be performed at the timing before the predetermined time.

  (22) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24, an example is shown in which the RTCM management process (S209) for managing the count value in the RTCM 100 is executed at the timing of the timer interrupt. However, the RTCM management process is not limited to this, and the interrupt process is performed when the standard date / time INT signal transmitted along with the standard date / time command is received from the standard date / time data output device 300. In the interrupt process, You may make it perform. In this way, the time from when the standard date / time command is transmitted until the time value of the RTCM 100 is set to the standard value data based on the standard date / time command can be shortened. The deviation of the time measured value of the RTCM 100 can be further reduced.

  (23) In the above-described embodiment, an example is shown in which execution of simultaneous demonstration display is prohibited on the condition that a game such as variable display is being performed. As a condition for prohibiting the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display, for example, the process in the production control process includes the symbol variation start processing (S402), the symbol variation processing (S403), the symbol stop waiting processing (S404), and the jackpot display processing ( In S405), during the big hit game process (S406) and the big hit end process (S407), it is determined that the game is being performed, and the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display is prohibited. You may do it. Further, based on the pending memory number command that can specify the pending memory number that is transmitted when the pending memory number changes, the production control microcomputer 800 counts the pending memory number, and the reserved memory number is “1”. When it becomes more than this, it may be determined that the game is being performed, and the execution of the simultaneous demonstration display may be prohibited. In addition, when the hitting operation handle 5 is being operated, the operation control signal output as a detection signal indicating the operation state is received by the effect control microcomputer 800, whereby the hitting operation handle is determined by the operation detection signal. When it is determined that 5 is operated, it may be determined that a game is being performed, and execution of the simultaneous demonstration display may be prohibited.

  (24) In the embodiment described above, as a condition for performing demonstration display in the production control microcomputer 800, the time during which no variable display is performed after receiving the demonstration display command is a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds). An example is given where the condition for displaying the demo is satisfied. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and in a configuration in which the demonstration display command is not received, the production control microcomputer 800 measures the time during which the variation pattern command is not continuously received, and the time is a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds). ), A condition for performing a demo display may be satisfied.

  (25) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the RTCM 100 is provided as the time measuring means has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and instead of using the RTCM 100 and related components, a time counter as a time measuring means for measuring the elapsed time since the power is turned on in a part of the storage area of the RAM 354 may be used. The value of such a time counter is set so that hours, minutes, and seconds can be counted. For example, the production control microcomputer 800 updates the count value of seconds at a predetermined cycle corresponding to 1 second. , Count values of hours, minutes, and seconds are updated by the same updating method as the clock. Thereby, based on such a count value, the production control microcomputer 800 can check how many hours, minutes, and seconds have elapsed since the power was turned on every business day. If it does in this way, the timing which changes the production | presentation aspect in the fluctuation | variation display apparatus 9 in every business day will be set when predetermined time passes since the time of power activation, and the timing value of the time counter of the time counter will be set Then, it becomes possible to perform the same control as when the RTCM 100 is provided, such as changing the effect mode in the variable display device 9.

  (26) In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 shows an example in which the normal demonstration display and the simultaneous demonstration display are executed as the demonstration display. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only the simultaneous demonstration display may be executed as the demonstration display. By doing so, it is not necessary to transmit the demonstration display command as described above from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 800 in order to execute the demonstration display. The burden can be reduced. Furthermore, since the number (number of types) of effect control commands can be reduced, the data capacity in the game control microcomputer 560 (data capacity of the ROM 54) can be reduced.

  (27) It should be understood that the embodiment disclosed herein is illustrative and non-restrictive in every respect. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a front view which shows the front of a game board. It is the rear view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the back. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the circuit structure in a main board | substrate. It is a block diagram showing a configuration of an effect control command transmission path between a main board and an effect control board, and a standard date / time command transmission path from the standard date / time data output device to the effect control board. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing detailed circuit configurations of an effect control board, an audio output board, and a lamp driver board. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of RTCM. It is a figure for demonstrating the random counter used in order that the microcomputer for game control may generate the random numbers used for game control. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the various random counters which the microcomputer for effect control uses for effect control. It is a figure which shows the content of the reach table used in order to select the effect of reach with the microcomputer for effect control in a tabular form. It is a figure which shows the various data table provided in order to perform a project, project notice, notification, special production, special reach selection rate switching, and simultaneous operation in a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows the kind of production standard used by the variable display in a variable display apparatus in a table form. It is a figure which shows the representative example of an effect control command and a standard date command in a table format. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of a production | presentation display when a project and a project preview are performed with a variable display apparatus. It is a front view of the gaming machine installation island showing a display example of simultaneous demonstration display. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of a production | presentation display when a project and a project preview are performed with a variable display apparatus. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of a production | presentation display when a project and a project preview are performed with a variable display apparatus. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of an effect display when notification is performed by a fluctuation | variation display apparatus. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of an effect display when notification is performed by a fluctuation | variation display apparatus. It is a display screen figure which shows an example of an effect display when a special effect is performed with a variable display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the production control main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is a flowchart which shows the INT interruption process performed by the microcomputer for production control. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows specific information management processing. It is a flowchart which shows an operation start date setting process. It is a flowchart which shows simultaneous production processing. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows special effect processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect kind selection process. It is a flowchart which shows a demonstration display process. It is a flowchart which shows the design variation start process in an effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows the display result and effect determination processing at the time of a normal effect in a symbol variation start process. It is a flowchart which shows the display result and effect determination process at the time of special effect in a design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows RTCM management processing. It is a timing chart which shows an example (1st modification) of the modification of simultaneous demonstration display. It is a timing chart which shows an example (1st modification) of the modification of simultaneous demonstration display.

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  9 variation display device, 25 decoration lamp, 27 speaker, 1 pachinko machine, 100 RTCM, 560 game control microcomputer, 800 effect control microcomputer, 300 standard date / time data output device, 354 RAM, 358 selection button.

Claims (8)

A gaming machine comprising a production device for producing a game, and when a specific condition is established in the game, the gaming machine is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
A time measuring means for measuring time and date that can be specified;
Game control means for controlling the progress of the game and transmitting an effect control command for controlling the effect device;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device in a predetermined effect mode based on the effect control command transmitted from the game control means,
The production control means includes
A date and time determination means for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the timing of the timing means has become a predetermined date and time;
An effect mode changing means for changing the effect mode in the effect device based on the date and time determination means determining that the predetermined date and time has been reached,
Command input means for inputting the effect control command,
The command input means can input a date / time standard value command indicating a standard value of the date / time used by the time measuring means.
When the date standard value command is input from the command input unit, the effect control unit sets the time measured by the time measuring unit to a standard value based on the standard value of the date indicated by the date standard value command. A gaming machine, further comprising date and time setting means. The game control means includes special game state control means for controlling to a special game state advantageous to a player different from the specific game state when a special condition is established in the game,
The production control means includes
A predetermined period determining means for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the time measuring means is within a predetermined period from a predetermined date and time;
A special effect determining means for determining whether or not to execute a special effect determined in advance when the special game state is controlled,
The special effect determining means includes the special gaming state when the predetermined period determining means determines that the predetermined period is within the predetermined period and when the predetermined period determining means determines that the predetermined period is outside the predetermined period. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein whether or not to execute the special effect is determined at a different rate when being controlled. The effect control unit further includes an effect mode selection unit that has a plurality of effect modes with respect to one situation, and selects any one of the effect modes from the plurality of effect modes. ,
The apparatus further comprises selection accepting means for accepting an instruction to select the effect mode by the player,
The effect selection means selects one of the effect modes from the plurality of effect modes in accordance with an instruction received by the selection accepting means, and is specified by timing of the timing means from a predetermined date and time. The game machine according to claim 1, wherein a selectable presentation mode is increased in accordance with a length of a period until a certain date and time. The effect control means further includes related effect execution means for executing related effects in a period divided into a plurality of times based on an elapsed time from a predetermined date and time, with respect to the game effects by the effect device,
The related effect execution means is a first period including at least a first effect mode and a second effect mode, and a period after the first period, and includes at least a third effect mode and a fourth effect mode. In the second period including the production mode, the first production mode and the third production mode are related, and the second production mode and the fourth production mode are executed. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The effect device performs a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable, derives and displays a display result, and displays the variable display when the specific condition controlled to the specific gaming state is satisfied Including a variable display device for deriving and displaying a predetermined specific display result as a result,
The game control means further includes pre-decision means for deciding whether or not to control to the specific gaming state before deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display,
The production control means includes
Compared to when it is decided not to control to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means when it is decided to control to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means when performing the reach effect Reach production selection means for selecting a type of reach production from a plurality of types of reach production including a special reach production selected at a high rate;
A specific period determination unit that determines whether or not the date and time specified by the timing of the time measuring unit is within a specific period from a predetermined date and time,
The reach production selecting means includes the special reach when the specific period determining means determines that it is within the specific period and when the specific period determining means determines that the specific period is outside the specific period. The game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the effects are selected at different ratios. The command input means can be connected to a command output device that outputs the date and time standard value command,
The date and time setting means, when the date and time standard value command output from the command output device is input from the command input means, based on the standard value of the date and time indicated by the date and time standard value command, The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the timekeeping value is set to a standard value. The production control means includes
Operation start determining means for determining whether or not the gaming machine has started operation;
Storage means for storing an operation start date and time determined to have started operation by the operation start determination means,
The operation start determining means determines whether or not the gaming machine has started operation based on the effect control command transmitted from the game control means to the effect control means. The gaming machine according to any one of 6 to 6. The production control means includes
A date and time specifying means before a predetermined period that specifies a date and time before a predetermined period that is a date and time before the predetermined date and time determined by the date and time determination means as a date and time for changing the effect mode in the effect device;
A date and time determination means before a predetermined period for determining whether or not the date and time specified by the timing of the clock means has become the date and time before the predetermined period;
Based on the fact that the date and time specified by the time measuring means has been determined by the time and date determination means before the predetermined period to match the date and time before the predetermined period, the effect mode of the effect device is changed to the predetermined date and time. The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising a notifying unit that performs a notice effect for informing the user that the information can be specified.

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