JP2016163664A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To make it possible to prevent an abnormal state from being finished while, for example, operation means is still in an operation state.SOLUTION: The game machine enabling games is provided, including: operation means capable of starting an operation state according to an operation of a player; prescribed event generation means capable of generating a prescribed event based on a condition that the operation means is set in an operation state; and abnormal state control means for starting an abnormal state according to an establishment of an abnormality condition, and when an abnormality cancelling condition is established in the abnormal state, capable of finishing the abnormal state. The abnormal state control means, if the abnormality cancelling condition is established when the operation means is in an operation state, does not finish the abnormal state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 16

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs a game.

  As a gaming machine, a predetermined number of bets are set, and a slot machine in which a plurality of types of identification information are variably displayed based on a start operation, and a gaming medium such as a gaming ball is played by a launching device. And a pachinko gaming machine in which a plurality of types of identification information are variably displayed when a game medium is won in a starting area such as a prize opening provided in the gaming area.

  In addition, a gaming machine is known in which the internal setting can be changed when the power is turned on while the setting key switch is on. In addition, there is a gaming machine that stops accepting a game when an abnormality occurs until a reset signal is received (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the case of such a gaming machine, when the reset signal is received, the error state is canceled and acceptance of the game is started.

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-237459

  However, in a conventionally known gaming machine, the error state is canceled when a reset signal is received while the setting key switch is on. That is, there is a possibility that the abnormal state (error state) may end while the operation means such as the setting key switch remains in the operation state (ON state).

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that prevents the abnormal state from ending while the operating means remains in the operating state.

(1) A gaming machine capable of playing games (slot machine 1, pachinko),
An operation means (setting key switch 37) that can be in an operating state (setting key switch 37 is turned on) according to the player's operation;
A predetermined event generating means (main control unit 41) capable of generating a predetermined event (setting change, setting confirmation) on condition that the operating means is in an operating state;
When an abnormal condition (error) is established, an abnormal condition (error condition) is set, and the abnormal condition is terminated when an abnormal condition is established (operation of the reset / setting switch 38, operation of the reset switch 23) in the abnormal condition. Abnormal state control means (main control unit 41) capable of performing,
With
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the abnormal state control means does not end the abnormal state when the abnormality canceling condition is satisfied when the operating means is in the operating state.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the abnormal state from ending while the operation means remains in the operation state.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
The predetermined event generation means may not generate the predetermined event in the abnormal state.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the state operation means from remaining in the operation state when the abnormal state ends. Furthermore, it is possible to prevent a predetermined event from occurring in an abnormal state.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above,
The abnormality cancellation condition is that the abnormality cancellation operation means is operated,
The abnormality canceling operation unit may be provided in the vicinity of the operation unit.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to confirm the status of the operating means when operating the abnormality canceling operating means.

(4) A gaming machine capable of playing games,
An openable and closable opening / closing member provided on the front side of the gaming machine;
Open / close detecting means for detecting opening / closing of the open / close member;
Operation accepting means for accepting external operation;
Specific control means for performing specific control based on the operation received during the reception period;
Reception notifying means for notifying that it is the reception period;
With
When the opening / closing detection means detects the opening of the opening / closing member, the notification by the reception notification means may not be performed.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an external operation from being performed when the opening / closing member is opened.

(5) In the gaming machine described in (4) above,
When the opening / closing detection means detects the opening of the opening / closing member, the opening notification may be performed, and the notification by the reception notifying means may not be performed during the period when the opening notification is being performed.

  According to such a configuration, the opening of the opening / closing member can be recognized externally.

(6) In the gaming machine described in (4) or (5) above,
When the operation receiving means receives an operation when the opening / closing detection means detects the opening of the opening / closing member, a part of the specific control may be limited and executed.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control from being normally performed in an unauthorized state.

(7) A gaming machine capable of playing games (slot machine 1, pachinko),
The abnormal state may be terminated only when the opening / closing member (front door 1b) opening error is released.

  According to such a configuration, the abnormal state can be suitably terminated.

(8) A gaming machine capable of playing games (slot machine 1, pachinko),
Movable means (movable means 901-903);
Movable means control means (sub-control unit 91) for controlling the operation of the movable means;
An accepting means (player side setting switch 70) for accepting the player's operation;
Specific control execution means (sub control unit 91) for performing specific control in response to reception of the reception means;
With
The movable means control means includes confirmation operation control means for controlling confirmation operation of the movable means,
The specific control execution means does not execute the specific control even if the accepting means accepts a player's operation during the confirming action execution period in which the confirming action control means controls the confirming action of the movable means. You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, the player can be prevented from being bothered.

(9) A gaming machine capable of playing games (slot machine 1, pachinko),
Movable means (movable means 901-903);
Movable means control means (sub-control unit 91) for controlling the operation of the movable means;
An accepting means (player side setting switch 70) for accepting the player's operation;
Specific control execution means (sub control unit 91) for performing specific control in response to reception of the reception means;
Reception notification means (LED of player side setting switch 70) for notifying that the player's operation can be received;
With
The movable means control means includes confirmation operation control means for controlling confirmation operation of the movable means,
The reception notifying unit may not notify that the player's operation can be received during the confirmation operation execution period, which is a period during which the confirmation operation control unit controls the confirmation operation of the movable unit. Good.

  According to such a configuration, the player can be prevented from being bothered.

It is a front view of the slot machine of this Embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows a shop side setting switch. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the outline of the structure of a door sensor. It is a timing chart regarding the door opening error state with respect to the opening / closing state of a front door, and a door opening alert | report. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the initial setting process which a main control part performs at the time of starting. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the initial setting process which a main control part performs at the time of starting. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the setting change process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the setting change process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the main process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the timer interruption process (main) which a main control part performs for every fixed interval. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the timer interruption process (main) which a main control part performs for every fixed interval. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the power interruption process (main) performed according to having detected the power interruption in the timer interruption process (main). It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the door opening error cancellation | release process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the error process performed when CPU of a main control part generate | occur | produces an error. It is a figure which shows a screen transition when the reset switch 23 is operated in the state where the setting key switch is OFF in the door opening error state. It is a figure which shows a screen transition when the reset switch 23 is operated in the state in which the setting key switch is on in the door open error state. It is a figure for demonstrating operation | movement of a movable means. Confirmation operation execution period of movable means, period for prohibiting input acceptance of player side setting switch, period for turning off player side setting switch, period for allowing input acceptance of player side setting switch, and player side setting It is the figure which showed the period when a switch is lighted. When the confirmation operation execution period is longer than normal, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch is prohibited, the period during which the player side setting switch is turned off, and the player side setting It is the figure which showed the period which permits the input reception of a switch, and the period which makes a player side setting switch light. Confirmation operation execution period of movable means, period for prohibiting input acceptance of player side setting switch, period for turning off player side setting switch, period for allowing input acceptance of player side setting switch, and player side setting It is the figure which showed the period when a switch is lighted. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the shop side production | presentation setting process which a sub-control part performs. It is a figure which shows the setting screen for adjusting a volume and a light quantity. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the state of a shop side setting switch, a volume, and a light quantity. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of lighting and extinction of the player side setting switch which a sub-control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the player side production | presentation setting process which a sub-control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the volume change operation process which a sub-control part performs. It is a figure which shows the setting screen on the shop side in a modification. It is a figure which shows the setting screen for adjusting the sound volume in a modification. It is a figure which shows the setting screen for adjusting the sound volume in a modification. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of lighting and extinction of the MAXBET switch which a sub control part performs. It is the figure which showed the opening period of the front door, the effective period of a MAXBET switch, the effective period alerting | reporting period which is a lighting period of a MAXBET switch, and the operation timing of a MAXBET switch in case the front door is not opened. It is the figure which showed the opening period of the front door, the effective period of a MAXBET switch, the effective period alerting | reporting period which is a lighting period of a MAXBET switch, and the operation timing of a MAXBET switch in case the front door is opened. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example of a display mode of error content. It is the figure which showed the example which displays operation description on a screen, when using a production | presentation switch for the transition to a setting screen. It is a perspective view which shows the state which open | released the glass door and front frame of the pachinko game machine in a modification. It is a figure which shows the modification of a door sensor. It is a figure which shows the modification in the case of applying the detection means similar to a door sensor for the attachment / detachment detection of a substrate case. It is a figure which shows the modification in the case of applying the detection means similar to a door sensor for the opening / closing detection of the lower door frame of a pachinko game machine. It is a figure which shows the modification in the case of applying the detection means similar to a door sensor for the opening / closing detection of the glass door frame of a pachinko game machine. It is a figure which shows the modification in the case of applying the detection means similar to a door sensor for the opening / closing detection of the front frame of a pachinko game machine.

  An embodiment for implementing a slot machine which is an example of a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described below.

[Configuration of slot machine]
As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface and a front door 1b pivotally supported on a side end of the housing 1a. Yes. The front door 1b can open and close the opened front side of the housing 1a by rotating with respect to the housing 1a.

  Specifically, the front door 1b can close the opening of the housing 1a. When the front door 1b closes the opening of the housing 1a (the front door 1b is closed), the front door 1b is closed. The locking piece (not shown) on the 1b side is locked to the locking portion (not shown) on the housing 1a side, and the closed state of the front door 1b is maintained. The locking piece is connected to the cylinder lock, and the front door 1b is opened by releasing the locking between the locking piece and the locking portion by a predetermined key operation held by a store clerk or the like.

  As shown in FIG. 2, inside the casing 1a of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R (hereinafter, left reel, middle reel, right As shown in FIG. 1, a see-through window in which three consecutive symbols out of the symbols arranged on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are provided on the front door 1b. 3 so that it can be seen from.

  For example, “black 7”, “net 7”, “white 7”, “BAR”, “replay”, “watermelon”, “white cherry”, and “bell” are provided on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. "A plurality of types of mutually distinguishable symbols such as" are drawn in a predetermined order. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three stages in the see-through window 3, respectively.

  The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are provided in correspondence with each other and rotated by reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 4), so that the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are continuously formed in the see-through window 3. In addition to being displayed while changing, by stopping the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, three continuous symbols are derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3 as display results.

  Inside the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R that detect a reference position for each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and a reel LED 55 that irradiates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the back side. Is provided. The reel LED 55 includes 12 LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and each symbol can be irradiated independently.

  A display area 51a of a liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 1) is disposed at a position on the front side (player side) of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R of the front door 1b. The player can visually recognize each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the transparent area 51b and the transparent window 3 corresponding to the transparent window 3 of the display area 51a.

  The front door 1b has a medal insertion unit 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout opening 9 through which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player's own game value that can be used for setting the number of bets). One bet switch 5 that is operated when setting the bet number for one medal using the, and the maximum bet number among the specified number of bets determined according to the gaming state within the range using the credit The MAXBET switch 6 that is operated when setting the bet number (in the present embodiment, 2 when the game state is RB (BB) and 3 in the normal game state), and medals and bets stored as credits Settlement switch 10 that is operated when the medals used for setting the game (return medals used for setting credits and bets) are returned, and the star that is operated when the game is started. A switch 7, the reel 2L, 2C, stop switch 8L is operated to stop each rotation of the 2R, 8C, and a 8R are provided operable by the player.

  In the present embodiment, the single BET switch 5 and the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are provided on the front surface, that is, the same surface of the operation panel constituting the front door 1b.

  The front door 1b is provided with a player side setting switch 70 for setting an effect mode during the game. Since the player side setting switch 70 is provided on the front side of the front door 1b (that is, outside the front door 1b), the player side setting switch 70 is located on the front side of the slot machine 1 when the front door 1b is closed. . For this reason, an operation from the outside, such as being operated by a player who plays in the slot machine 1, is possible. The player can set the volume and light amount in the effect during the game by operating the player side setting switch 70. Note that the player-side setting switch 70 includes an LED inside, and can notify whether or not an operation is accepted by turning on and off. For example, by turning on the player side setting switch 70, the player side setting switch 70 notifies that the operation is accepted. Further, for example, by turning off the player side setting switch 70, it is notified that the player side setting switch 70 does not accept the operation.

  The front door 1b has a credit indicator 11 that displays the number of medals stored as credits, and an error such as the number of acquired medals in the BB and a foreign matter other than a regular medal inserted into the medal insertion unit 4. A game auxiliary display 12 is sometimes provided on which an error code indicating the contents is displayed.

  On the front door 1b, a 1BETLED 14 for notifying that the bet number is set by 1 is lit, a 2BETLED 15 for notifying that the bet number is set by 2 is lit, and that 3 bets are set. A 3BET LED 16 that informs by lighting, an insertion request LED 17 that informs by means of lighting that a medal can be inserted, a start valid LED 18 that informs that the game start operation by operating the start switch 7 is effective, and a weight (Waiting to start reel rotation because a certain period of time has not elapsed since the start of the previous game) LED indicating that the game is in progress, and LED indicating that the replay game is in progress An LED 20 is provided during replay. A replay game refers to a game that is started after the number of bets is automatically set.

  Inside the MAXBET switch 6, there is provided a BET switch valid LED 21 for notifying by light that the betting number setting operation by the operation of the single BET switch 5 and the MAXBET switch 6 is effective. Inside the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R, left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R that notify that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is effective are lighted, respectively. Is provided.

  On the inner side of the front door 1b, a reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation for releasing an error state and a stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) by a predetermined key operation; There is provided a set value display 24 for displaying the set value at that time while changing the set value or confirming the set value.

  On the inner side of the front door 1b, the validity / invalidity of the stop function for controlling the stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) at the end of the bonus or at the end of the AT (Assist Time). A check switch 36a for selecting and enabling / disabling of an automatic settlement function for controlling automatic settlement processing (processing for returning (returning) medals stored as credits regardless of player operations) at the end of the bonus. An automatic settlement switch 36b for selection is provided.

  The AT is a period in which a navigation effect is executed in which the player is notified of the pressing order of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R in order to generate a predetermined winning. It is controlled by AT on the condition that it has Navistock which is the right of AT control. The AT is controlled over a predetermined number of games (one set of 50 games in the present embodiment) based on the number of navigation stocks held. For this reason, the number of navigation stocks indicates the number of rights controlled by the AT, and as the number of navigation stocks increases, the number of navigation stocks is controlled by the AT for a longer period.

  On the inner side of the front door 1b, a set value display 24 for displaying the set value at the time when the set value is being changed or the set value is being confirmed, and a flow path of the medal inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are displayed. A flow path switching solenoid (not shown) for selectively switching to either the hopper tank 34a (see FIG. 2) side or the medal payout exit 9 side provided inside the housing 1a, and the medal insertion unit 4 And a medal selector 29 having an insertion medal sensor (disposed on the hopper tank 34a side with respect to the flow path switching solenoid) for detecting a medal flowing down to the hopper tank 34a side, and a door sensor 60 (FIG. 4) for detecting the opening / closing of the front door 1b. For example).

  On the inner side of the front door 1b, an error state (for example, a door opening error state described later) and a stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) are released by a predetermined key operation. A reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation is provided. The reset switch 23 is covered with a cover 23a. The cover 23a covering the reset switch 23 cannot be touched unless the front door 1b is opened. Therefore, the store clerk cannot operate the reset switch 23 unless the front door 1b is opened and the cover 23a is opened to expose the reset switch 23 to the outside.

  Inside the front door 1b, a store side setting switch 80 is provided for performing a setting that is a reference for the production mode during the game. Since the store clerk owns the key for opening the front door 1b, the store side setting switch 80 can be operated from the outside by opening the front door 1b. On the other hand, a person other than the store clerk such as a player cannot open the front door 1b and cannot operate the store side setting switch 80. That is, the store side setting switch 80 is an operating means for a game store where the slot machine 1 is installed. The store clerk can set the reference for the volume and light amount in the effect during the game by operating the store side setting switch 80.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the store side setting switch 80 is a switch for switching a total of 16 channels from “0” to “F”. The store clerk can switch these channels by rotating the knob 81. For each of the channels “0” to “F”, the volume and the amount of light in the production are divided into stages. The volume level corresponding to the channels “0” to “F” is referred to as a first volume level, and the light intensity level corresponding to the channels “0” to “F” is also referred to as a first light intensity level. For example, if the channel is “0”, the first volume level is set to the minimum volume level and the first light level level is set to the minimum volume level. If the channel is “F”, the first volume level set to the maximum volume level and the first light level level set to the maximum volume level are set.

  Note that the steps for the volume and the amount of light set by the store clerk based on the operation of the store-side setting switch 80 are referred to as the first volume step and the first light amount step, whereas the player-side setting switch 70 is operated. Therefore, the steps for the volume and the amount of light that can be set by the player are also referred to as a second volume step and a second light amount step.

  Inside the casing 1a, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, and reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R that can detect the reel reference positions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, respectively (see FIG. 4) is provided. Inside the housing 1a, an external output board 1000 for outputting an external output signal, a hopper tank 34a for storing medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4, and medal payment for medals stored in the hopper tank 34a A hopper unit 34 including a hopper motor 34b for paying out from the outlet 9 and a payout sensor 34c for detecting medals paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b is provided.

  On the side of the hopper unit 34, an overflow tank 35 is provided for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a. Inside the overflow tank 35, there is provided a full sensor 35a made up of a pair of electrically conductive members that are separated from each other and are provided at a height at which a predetermined amount of stored medals can be detected. The full tank sensor 35a detects that the amount of stored medal stored inside when the conductive member is brought into contact with the medal stored in the overflow tank 35 through the medal stored in the overflow tank 35 exceeds the predetermined amount, that is, the overflow tank is full. Detects that it is in a tan state.

  A power supply box 100 is provided inside the housing 1a. The power supply box 100 functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state and a setting confirmation state when the power is turned on (starting up), and as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in a normal state. In the setting change state, the reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing the setting value of the winning probability (payout rate) of the internal lottery, and the power switch 39 that is operated when the power is turned ON / OFF. And are provided.

  The reset / setting switch 38 is arranged in the vicinity of the setting key switch 37. As an example of the vicinity, the reset / setting switch 38 and the setting key switch 37 are arranged in a range where both the reset / setting switch 38 and the setting key switch 3 can be seen at a time. As an example in the vicinity, the reset / setting switch 38 is disposed within, for example, 10 cm from the setting key switch 37.

  The reset switch 23 is disposed in the vicinity of the setting key switch 37. As an example in the vicinity, the reset switch 23 and the setting key switch 37 are arranged in a range where both the reset switch 23 and the setting key switch 3 can be seen at a time. Further, as an example in the vicinity, the reset switch 23 is arranged within 10 cm from the setting key switch 37, for example.

  The store clerk can operate the setting key switch 37 from the outside by opening the front door 1b. On the other hand, a person other than the store clerk such as a player cannot open the front door 1b and cannot operate the setting key switch 37. That is, the setting key switch 37 is an operating means for a game store where the slot machine 1 is installed.

  When a game is played in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, first, medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 or the bet number is set using credits. In order to use the credit, the single BET switch 5 or the MAXBET switch 6 may be operated. When a specified number of bets (for example, 3) determined according to the gaming state are set, the pay lines L1 to L5 (see FIG. 1) are valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the game Is ready to start. When medals are inserted in excess of the maximum number among the prescribed number corresponding to the gaming state, the amount is added to the credit.

  The winning line is a line that is set to determine whether or not the combination of symbols displayed on the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is a specific symbol combination. In the present embodiment, these combinations are also called “winning combination” or “winning combination”, and a combination of symbols constituting any combination stops on the winning line, and a winning occurs. Also called. For example, when the symbol combination constituting the re-gamer is derived on the winning line, a replay game in which the player can play the next game without setting the number of bets using medals is activated. It is also said that the re-game winning (replay winning) occurs when the symbol combination constituting the re-game is derived on the winning line.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, a winning line L1 set across the symbols arranged in the middle stage of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R and the symbols arranged in the upper stage of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R are displayed. The winning line L2 set across the reels 2L, 2C and 2R, the winning line L3 set over the lower symbols, the upper stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, lower right There are 5 types of winning lines L4 set across straddling symbols, the lower line of reel 2L, the middle part of reel 2C, the upper part of reel 2R, that is, the winning line L5 set straddling the symbols lined up to the right It is defined as a line.

  When the start switch 7 is operated in a state where the game can be started, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotate, and the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R continuously vary. When any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated in this state, the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is stopped, and the display result is derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3.

  When all of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, if the combination of symbols that generate a small part in any of the activated pay lines L1 to L5 is not stopped, one game is ended at the time of the stop To do. On the other hand, when the combination of symbols for generating a small combination in any of the activated winning lines L1 to L5 is stopped, the number of medals determined according to the winning of the small combination is given to the player. Granting (credit addition, when the credit reaches the upper limit (50 in the present embodiment), medals are discharged from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 1)), and one game is completed.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40, an effect control board 90, and a power supply board 101, and the game state is controlled by the game control board 40, and the effect control board 90. Thus, an effect according to the gaming state is controlled, and the power supply board 101 generates drive power for the electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 and supplies them to each part.

  A hopper motor 34b, a payout sensor 34c, a full sensor 35a, a setting key switch 37, a reset / setting switch 38, and a power switch 39 are connected to the power supply board 101.

  The game control board 40 includes a single BET switch 5, a MAXBET switch 6, a start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, a settlement switch 10, a reset switch 23, a stop switch 36a, an automatic The settlement switch 36b, the door sensor 60, and the reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the payout sensor 34c, the full sensor 35a, the setting key switch 37, and the reset / setting switch are connected via the power supply board 101. 38, and detection signals of these connected switches are input.

  Furthermore, a detection signal output when the cover 23 a covering the reset switch 23 is opened is also input to the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 can recognize that the cover 23a has been opened by detecting this detection signal.

  On the game control board 40, the credit indicator 11, the game auxiliary indicator 12, the payout indicator 13, the 1-3 BET LEDs 14-16, the insertion request LED 17, the start valid LED 18, the waiting LED 19, and the replaying are being performed. The LED 20, the BET switch valid LED 21, the left, middle and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C, 22R, the set value display 24, and the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R are connected to each other via the power supply board 101. The hopper motor 34b is connected, and these electric components are driven based on the control of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40.

  The game control board 40 is equipped with a main control unit 41 for controlling the game. The main control unit 41 includes a microcomputer that includes a main CPU 41a, a ROM 41b, a RAM 41c, and an I / O port 41d.

  The game control board 40 includes a random number circuit 42 that generates a random number within a predetermined range (0 to 65535 in the present embodiment), a pulse oscillator 43 that supplies a clock signal having a constant frequency to the random number circuit 42, and the game control board 40. A switch detection circuit 44 that detects detection signals input from switches connected directly or via the power supply board 101, a motor drive circuit 45 that controls the drive of the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, and a flow path switching A solenoid driving circuit 46 that controls the driving of the solenoid, an LED driving circuit 47 that controls the driving of various displays and LEDs connected to the game control board 40, and a power supply voltage supplied to the slot machine 1 are monitored. When a drop is detected, a power interruption detection circuit 48 that outputs a voltage drop signal indicating that to the main control unit 41, and turning on the power Or a reset circuit 49 to provide a reset signal to the main CPU 41a, and other various devices and circuits are mounted when the initialization command from the main CPU 41a is not input.

  The main CPU 41a has an interrupt function (including an interrupt prohibition function) such as a timekeeping function and a timer interrupt, and executes a program stored in the ROM 41b to perform processing related to the progress of the game, and the game control board 40 Each part of the control circuit mounted on the is directly or indirectly controlled. The ROM 41b stores fixed data such as programs executed by the main CPU 41a and various tables. The RAM 41c is used as a work area when the main CPU 41a executes a program. The I / O port 41d inputs / outputs a control signal to / from each circuit connected via a signal input / output terminal included in the main control unit 41.

  The main CPU 41a transmits various commands to the effect control board 90 via the I / O port 41d. Here, from the game control board 40 to the effect control board 90, for example, by using a unidirectional circuit such as a diode or a transistor, only in one direction (direction from the game control board 40 to the effect control board 90). The signal is configured not to pass. Therefore, the command transmitted from the game control board 40 to the effect control board 90 is transmitted only in one direction, and the command is not transmitted from the effect control board 90 to the game control board 40.

  The effect control board 90 is connected to an effect switch 56, a store side setting switch 80, a player side setting switch 70, and a door sensor 60, and detection signals from these switches are input.

  The door sensor 60 is also connected to the effect control board 90 with a signal line connected to the game control board 40 being branched, and a detection signal of the door sensor 60 is input to both the game control board 40 and the effect control board 90. Is done.

  The effect control board 90 includes a liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 2) disposed on the front door 1b of the slot machine 1, an effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, a reel LED 55, movable means 901 to 903, and a light emission notification means. Production devices such as 951 to 953 are connected, and these production devices are driven based on the control by the sub-control unit 91 mounted on the production control board 90.

  For example, when the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is switched to “0”, the sub-control unit 91 outputs the sound at the minimum volume in accordance with the first volume level of “0”. 54, and the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, and the like are controlled so as to output light with the minimum light amount in accordance with the first light amount step of “0”.

  The effect control board 90 includes a sub-control unit 91 that controls the effect, a display control circuit 92 that performs display control of the liquid crystal display 51 connected to the effect control board 90, and drive control of the effect LED 52 and the reel LED 55. LED drive circuit 93 that performs the sound output, sound output circuit 94 that performs sound output control from the speakers 53 and 54, and a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a when the power is turned on or when the initialization command from the sub CPU 91a is not input for a certain period of time When a reset circuit 95, a switch circuit 96 for detecting a detection signal input from the effect switch 56 connected to the effect control board 90, and a power supply voltage supplied to the slot machine 1 are monitored and a voltage drop is detected In addition, a power interruption detection circuit 98 that outputs a voltage drop signal indicating that to the sub CPU 91a, and a door sensor A door monitoring circuit 99a that monitors the detection state of 0 and determines whether the front door 1b is open or closed, a door opening history storage circuit 99b that can store the opening history of the front door 1b, and an effect control board 90 A movable means driving circuit 991 for controlling the driving of the connected movable means 901 to 903 and other circuits are mounted, and the sub CPU 91a receives a command transmitted from the game control board 40 and produces an effect. In addition to performing various controls for this purpose, each part of the control circuit mounted on the effect control board 90 is controlled directly or indirectly.

  The door monitoring circuit 99a is a circuit that monitors the opening of the front door 1b based on the detection signal of the door sensor 60. In the present embodiment, it is determined that the front door 1b is in an open state when the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in an ON state, while the front door 1b is in a closed state when the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in an OFF state. It is determined. In other words, the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned on when the front door 1b is opened, and the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned off when the front door 1b is closed.

  In the present embodiment, when the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned on, the detection of opening of the front door 1b is effective. A state where the detection of opening of the front door 1b is valid is also referred to as a door open error state. The detection of opening of the front door 1b becomes invalid when the front door 1b is closed. Furthermore, the detection of opening of the front door 1b is invalidated by operating the reset switch 23 when the front door 1b is opened. The fact that the detection of opening of the front door 1b becomes invalid from valid is also referred to as cancellation of the door open error state.

  During the period when power is supplied to the slot machine 1, the door monitoring circuit 99a transmits a determination result to the sub control unit 91 in response to a request from the sub control unit 91, and determines the open state of the front door 1b. Each time the determination result and the determination time information (date information and time information) are transmitted as history data to the door opening history storage circuit 99b. Thereby, the history data is stored in the door opening history storage circuit 99b.

  On the other hand, the door monitoring circuit 99a operates with the power supplied from the backup power source during the period when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, and opens the front door 1b based on the detection signal of the door sensor 60. Each time monitoring is performed and the open state of the front door 1b is determined, history data is transmitted to the door opening history storage circuit 99b. Thereby, the history data is stored in the door opening history storage circuit 99b.

  In this way, the door monitoring circuit 99a can constantly monitor the open state of the front door 1b regardless of whether power is supplied to the slot machine 1 or not.

  The door opening history storage circuit 99b is a circuit that stores history data including the determination result and time information transmitted from the door monitoring circuit 99a, and stores history data for a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times). A storage area is provided. The door opening history storage circuit 99b stores the oldest history data among the predetermined number of stored history data so that the history data newly transmitted from the door monitoring circuit 99a is sequentially updated. For this reason, history data from the present time until a predetermined number of times is stored in the storage area. The door opening history storage circuit 99b can also be accessed from the sub-control unit 91, and the door opening history storage circuit 99b can transmit history data to the sub-control unit 91 in response to a request from the sub-control unit 91. .

  Backup power is supplied to the door monitoring circuit 99a, the door opening history storage circuit 99b, and the door sensor 60 in the event of a power failure. Thereby, even in a situation where power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, the door sensor 60 can output an ON-OFF signal indicating the open / closed state of the front door 1b. The door monitoring circuit 99a determines the open state of the front door 1b based on the detection signal of the door sensor 60, and transmits history data to the door opening history storage circuit 99b. The door opening history storage circuit 99b sequentially stores the history data transmitted from the door monitoring circuit 99a and keeps the stored history data within the capacity of the storage area.

  The sub control unit 91 includes a microcomputer that includes a sub CPU 91a, a ROM 91b, a RAM 91c, and an I / O port 91d. Sub CPU91a receives the command transmitted from game control board 40, performs various control for performing an effect, and controls each part of the control circuit mounted in effect control board 90 directly or indirectly. .

  Similar to the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 has an interrupt function, generates an interrupt when receiving a command from the main control unit 41, and acquires a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. Execute command reception interrupt processing to be stored in the buffer. The sub-control unit 91 executes a timer interrupt process (sub) by generating an interrupt every time the number of input system clocks reaches a certain number, that is, every certain interval.

  Unlike the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 interrupts the command even if the timer interrupt process (sub) is being executed when an interrupt is generated based on the reception of the command. The reception interrupt process is executed, and the command reception interrupt process is executed with the highest priority even if interrupts that trigger the timer interrupt process (sub) occur simultaneously.

  The sub-control unit 91 is also supplied with backup power at the time of a power failure, and the data stored in the RAM 91c is held while the backup power is supplied. That is, even if the power supply to the slot machine is stopped, at least a part of the contents of the RAM 91c is stored for a predetermined period. In the present embodiment, all areas of the RAM 91c are backup RAMs, and all the contents of the RAM 91c are stored for a predetermined period even when the power supply to the slot machine is stopped. In the present embodiment, all areas of the RAM 91c are backup RAMs, and all the contents of the RAM 91c are stored for a predetermined period even when the power supply to the slot machine is stopped.

[Door sensor structure]
Next, the structure of the door sensor 60 will be described with reference to FIGS. 2, 5, and 6.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the door sensor 60 is provided in the corner | angular part on the opposite side to a rotating shaft above the inner side of the front door 1b pivotally supported by the side end of the housing | casing 1a. A detection piece receiving member 61 with which the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 abuts is installed at a corner portion corresponding to the door sensor 60 on the opposite side of the rotation axis inside the housing 1a. In the following description, the surface side of the door sensor 60 that faces the detection piece receiving member 61 is referred to as the rear side of the door sensor 60, and the surface side facing the front side of the front door 1b is referred to as the front side of the door sensor 60.

  As shown in FIG. 5 (a), the door sensor 60 includes a detection piece 60b that can be moved by an external force between an advancing position x on the rear side of the door sensor and a retracted position z on the front side of the door sensor. A detector 60a that can detect whether or not the piece 60b is at a detection position y between the advanced position x and the retracted position z, and an urging force that urges the detection piece 60b from the retracted position z to the advanced position x. And a spring 60c. The detector 60a includes a light projecting unit and a light receiving unit. The photosensor detects that the detection piece 60b is at the detection position y when light from the light projecting unit is blocked by the detection piece 60b and the light receiving unit does not receive light. It is.

  The detection piece 60b and the detector 60a are accommodated in a non-transparent case body 60d that covers the periphery so that the positional relationship is difficult to visually recognize from the outside, and through an insertion hole 60e provided in the case body 60d. Only the tip of the detection piece 60b is exposed to the outside.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the detection piece 60 b is formed in a substantially L shape in a sectional view. One end side of the detection piece 60b is an advancing portion that advances to the outside of the sensor body when the detection piece 60b is at the advancement position x, and the other end side is a detector 60a when the detection piece 60b is at the detection position y. It is a detection part detected by.

  The detector 60a is disposed at the detection position y inside the sensor body, and outputs a detection signal indicating whether or not the detection piece 60b is at the detection position y. The door sensor 60 is in an ON state when the detection piece 60b is not detected by the detector 60a, that is, when the front door 1b is open, and when the detection piece 60b is detected by the detector 60a, that is, the front door 1b. When the closed state is closed, an OFF state detection signal is output.

  The urging spring 60c urges the detection piece 60b from the retracted position z to the advance position x, and when the external force is not applied to the detection piece 60b, the detection piece 60b is positioned at the advance position x. On the other hand, when the external force is applied to the detection piece 60b, the urging spring 60c contracts, and the detection piece 60b can move to the retracted position z.

  As shown in FIG. 5A, the detection piece receiving member 61 is formed in a concave shape in which the opening faces the front door 1 b side in a cross-sectional view, and the casing 1 a so that the concave concave portion 61 a faces the door sensor 60. It is fixed to. The concave portion 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61 can come into contact with the advance portion of the detection piece 60b, and the depth w of the concave portion 61a is substantially equal to the length from the advance position x to the detection position y of the detection piece 60b. Is formed. On the other hand, on the surface of the detection piece receiving member 61 that faces the door sensor 60, as shown in FIG. 5B, a contact portion 61c that contacts the door sensor 60 when the front door 1b is closed surrounds the recess 61a. Has been.

  As shown in FIG. 5A, when the front door 1b is opened, no external force is applied to the detection piece 60b, and the detection piece 60b is urged by the urging spring 60c and is located at the advanced position x. The detection piece 60b is not detected by the detector 60a. As shown in FIG. 6, at the timing t1 at this time, the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in the ON state. The main control unit 41 receives the detection signal of the door sensor 60 and performs control to output a door opening signal from the external output board 1000. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 performs door opening notification. The door opening notification is performed by the sub-control unit 91 and is a notification that informs a store clerk that the front door 1b is open.

  As shown in FIG. 5B, when the front door 1b is closed, the door sensor 60 is moved together with the front door 1b in the direction of the housing 1a, so that the advancing portion of the detection piece 60b and the recess 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61 are located. By contact, the detection piece 60b receives an external force and moves from the advance position x to the retreat position z (retreat direction). When the front door 1b is moved and completely closed, the door sensor 60 and the contact portion 61c of the detection piece receiving member 61 are in contact with each other. Accordingly, the detection piece 60b moves from the advance position x to the detection position y by being moved in the retracting direction by the depth w of the recess 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61. As shown in FIG. 6, at the timing t3 at this time, the detection part of the detection piece 60b is detected by the detector 60a, and the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned off. The main control unit 41 receives the detection signal of the door sensor 60 and performs control to stop the output of the door opening signal. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 ends the door opening notification at timing t3 after the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned off.

  As shown in FIG. 5 (c), when the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 is pushed by a finger or the like other than the detection piece receiving member 61 and moved in the retracting direction, the detection piece 60b corresponds to the magnitude of the external force. It moves beyond the detection position y to the retreat position z. In such a case, similarly to when the front door 1b is opened, the detection piece 60b is not detected by the detector 60a, and the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is turned on. The main control unit 41 receives the detection signal of the door sensor 60 and performs control to output a door opening signal from the external output board 1000, and the sub-control unit 91 performs door opening notification.

  Thus, since the detection position y is set between the advance position x where the detection piece 60b is movable and the retracted position z, the detection piece 60b is pushed by a finger or the like other than the detection piece receiving member 61. When moving in the retreat direction, the detection piece 60b is less likely to be located at the detection position y. For this reason, the output signal of the door sensor 60 is likely to be in an OFF state as when the front door 1b is opened.

  The detection piece 60b and the detector 60a are housed in an opaque case body 60d, and the positional relationship between the detection piece 60b and the detector 60a is difficult to visually recognize. For this reason, it is difficult to detect the closed state by intentionally adjusting the detection piece 60b to the detection position y in the open state.

  When the front door 1 b is closed, the detection piece 60 b comes into contact with the concave portion 61 a of the detection piece receiving member 61, and the contact portion 61 c surrounding the concave portion 61 a in the detection piece receiving member 61 comes into contact with the door sensor 60. For this reason, when the front door 1b is closed, the detection piece 60b is surrounded by the peripheral wall 61b of the detection piece receiving member 61, and the detection piece 60b cannot be accessed from the outside.

  In the slot machine 1, the front door 1b that closes the opening of the housing 1a is normally kept closed by the locking piece and the diameter stopping portion, and the locking piece is operated by a predetermined key operation held by a store clerk or the like. It can be opened by releasing the locking of the locking portion.

  The front door 1b is provided with a door sensor 60 for detecting the opening of the front door 1b. When the front door 1b is opened, it is possible to specify that fact, thereby making it possible that some kind of fraud has been done. Can be found.

  In the conventional door sensor, since the closing of the front door 1b is detected in a state where the detection piece is pushed in, it is easy to push the detection piece and fix it with adhesive tape, regardless of the actual opening / closing state of the front door 1b. Therefore, the closed state of the front door 1b can always be detected. For this reason, it is possible to open the front door 1b without detecting the opening of the front door 1b by the door sensor 60, and it may not be possible to specify that fraud has been performed.

  On the other hand, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 is in the advanced position x when the front door 1b is open, and the front door 1b is changed from the open state to the closed state. It is possible to move from the advance position x to the detection position y between the advance position x and the retreat position z, and the detector 60a detects whether or not the position of the detection piece 60b is the detection position y. Further, the main control unit 41 and the door monitoring circuit 99a determine that the front door 1b is closed when it is detected that the detection piece 60b is at the detection position y, and the detection piece 60b is at the detection position y. When it is detected that the front door 1b is not present, it is determined that the front door 1b is open. Accordingly, even when the detection piece 60b is pushed in by hand or the detection piece 60b is pushed in with a tape, it is difficult to set the detection piece 60b to the detection position y where the closed state of the front door 1b is determined. Although the front door 1b is in the open state, it is difficult to erroneously determine that the front door 1b is in the closed state. For this reason, it is possible to prevent fraud by erroneously determining that the front door 1b is in the closed state.

  In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b and the detector 60a are housed in an opaque case body 60d, and the positional relationship between the detection piece 60b and the detector 60a is difficult to visually recognize. For this reason, it is difficult to detect the closed state by deliberately adjusting the detection piece 60b to the detection position y in the open state, and the fraud caused by erroneously determining that the front door 1b is in the closed state is more effective. Can be prevented.

  In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b is provided on the front door 1b side where the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 can be moved with one end as an axis with respect to the housing 1a. For this reason, since it becomes possible to move to a position where the state of the detection piece 60b can be easily confirmed, it can be easily confirmed whether or not the detection piece 60b is improperly crafted.

  In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 moves to the detection position y by contacting the detection piece receiving member 61 fixed at a position facing the detection piece 60b when the front door 1b is closed. . For this reason, when the front door 1b changes from the open state to the closed state, the detection piece 60b moves to the detection position y by coming into contact with the detection piece receiving member 61 fixed at the opposite position. Thus, when the front door 1b is changed from the open state to the closed state, the detection piece 60b can be reliably moved to the detection position y, and the detection piece 60b can be moved in a stable state in the closed state of the front door 1b. It can be stopped at the detection position y.

  In the present embodiment, the door sensor 60 detects the opening of the front door 1b. For this reason, although the front door 1b is open, it is erroneously determined to be in the closed state, so that the front door 1b is opened and unauthorized parts are attached or the board is replaced. It is possible to prevent the possibility that it is impossible to identify the possibility of being cheated.

  In the present embodiment, even if power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, a backup power source is provided for enabling the door monitoring circuit 99a to determine whether or not the front door 1b is in an open state. Even during the period when the power supply to the machine 1 is stopped, it is possible to determine whether or not the front door 1b is in an open state, and the front door 1b is in an open state regardless of whether power is supplied to the slot machine 1 or not. That is, the possibility that some kind of fraud has been made can be identified.

  In this embodiment, since the history data determined by the door opening history storage circuit 99b to determine that the front door 1b is open is stored, the front door 1b has been opened in the past based on the history data. That is, it is possible to identify the possibility of some fraud.

[Door open error status]
Next, the door opening error state will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 6, at the timing t1 when the front door 1b is opened, the detection of the door sensor 60 is turned on. At this time, detection of opening of the front door 1b is enabled (door opening error state). The detection of opening of the front door 1b is invalidated by closing the front door 1b or operating the reset switch 23 (that is, the door opening error state is canceled). In the case of the example shown in FIG. 6, the reset switch 23 is turned on at the timing t2, and the door opening error state is released.

  Furthermore, at the timing t <b> 2 when the door opening error state is released, a door opening error releasing command is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91. The sub-control unit 91 can recognize the cancellation of the door opening error state by receiving the door opening error cancellation command.

  In the present embodiment, two different notification modes such as a notification mode before error cancellation and a notification mode after error cancellation are prepared as notification modes of the door opening notification executed by the sub-control unit 91. The notification mode before error cancellation is a more conspicuous mode than the notification mode after error cancellation. For this reason, when the door opening notification is performed in the notification mode before error cancellation, the front clerk 1b is informed that the front door 1b is open than when the door opening notification is performed in the notification mode after error cancellation. It is easy to inform.

  For example, when the door opening notification is performed in the notification mode before error release, the effect effect LED 52 is lit in red, and the character image of “door opening” is displayed in the most area on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51, Further, a sound “door is open” is output from the speakers 53 and 54. On the other hand, when the door opening notification is performed in the notification mode after error cancellation, the effect effect LED 52 is lit in red as in the notification mode before error cancellation, but only in a partial area on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51. The character image “door open” is not displayed, and no sound is output from the speakers 53 and 54.

  As described above, the notification mode is more conspicuous before error cancellation than after error cancellation. As a result, when the front door 1b is opened and a door open error state occurs, it is possible to promptly notify the store clerk that the front door 1b has been opened, thereby preventing fraud. In addition, after the door opening error state is released, the store clerk already knows that the front door 1b is opened, so that the front door 1b is opened in an inconspicuous manner. Can do.

  As shown in FIG. 6, when the front door 1b is opened and the door opening error state is entered (timing t1 in FIG. 6), the sub control unit 91 turns on the reset switch 23 to release the door opening error state. In the period up to the time (timing t2 in FIG. 6), the door opening notification is performed in the pre-error releasing notification mode, and the front door 1b is closed from when the door opening error state is released (timing t2 in FIG. 6) In the period up to (time t3 in FIG. 6), the door opening notification is performed in the notification mode after error cancellation.

  In the present embodiment, when the front door 1b is opened, a door opening error state is entered, and when the reset switch 23 is operated, the door opening error state is once released. If the front door 1b is not yet closed even after 10 seconds), the detection of the opening of the front door 1b becomes valid again and the door opening error state is controlled.

  Further, when the door opening error state is once canceled by the operation of the reset switch 23, the sub control unit 91 changes the notification mode of the door opening notification from the notification mode before error cancellation to the notification mode after error cancellation, and thereafter When the front door 1b is not yet closed even after a period of time (for example, 10 seconds) and is controlled again to the door opening error state, the door opening notification is changed from the error canceling notification mode to the error canceling notification mode. The notification mode is changed again.

[Set payout rate]
In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the medal payout rate (the ratio between the total number of medals used for setting the bet number and the total number of medals paid out by winning) changes according to the set value. Specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using a winning probability corresponding to a set value in an internal lottery described later. The set value is composed of 6 levels of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest payout rate and the payout rate being lower as the value is decreased in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. From the point of view of the payout rate, when the set value is set to 6, the player has the highest game advantage, and the smaller the value is in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the more the game advantage is Lower.

  In order to change the set value of the payout rate, the power switch 39 of the power supply box 100 provided in the housing 1a is operated, and when the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, it is temporarily turned OFF. Further, it is necessary to operate the setting key switch 37 to turn on the setting key switch 37 and then turn on the power of the slot machine 1. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power of the slot machine 1 is turned on, the game progresses on condition that the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is on and the door opening error state is released. Transition to the setting change state, which is impossible. When the setting change state is entered, the setting value read from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24 as a display value.

  In the setting change state, when the reset / setting switch 38 is operated, the display value displayed on the setting value display 24 is updated one by one (when further operation is performed from the setting 6, the display returns to the setting 1. ). Thereafter, when the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is determined as the set value. When the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the determined display value (setting value) is stored in the RAM 41c, and the state shifts to a state in which the game can proceed. Since the power switch 39 is temporarily turned off and the setting key switch 37 is turned on to perform the operation of turning on the power switch 39, the operation is shifted to the setting change state. .

  In order to confirm the set value of the payout rate, the following work is required. First, after the game is over, the clerk opens the front door 1b in a state where the number of bets is not set. At this time, the main controller 41 controls the door opening error state. Next, the store clerk opens the cover 23a and operates the reset switch 23. Thereby, the door opening error state is canceled. Here, when the door opening error state is released, the input signal when the setting key switch 37 is operated is effectively accepted by the main control unit 41, while when the door opening error state is not released, the setting is performed. Even if the key switch 37 is operated, the input signal is not effectively received by the main control unit 41. Therefore, the store clerk operates the setting key switch 37 after canceling the door opening error state, whereby the input signal is effectively received by the main control unit 41, and the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on, the setting value read out from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24, thereby shifting to a setting confirmation state in which the setting value can be confirmed. In the setting confirmation state, the game cannot be progressed, and the setting key switch 37 is turned off to end the setting confirmation state and return to a state in which the game can proceed.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not a voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 48 is detected every time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed. When a power failure determination process is performed and it is determined that a voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination process, a power interruption process (main) is executed. In the power interruption process (main), fixed data for destructive diagnosis (5AH in this embodiment) in which any bit is 1 is stored in the RAM 41c, that is, specific data other than 0 is stored, and all areas of the RAM 41c are stored. The RAM parity adjustment data is calculated so that the RAM parity based on the data stored in the memory is zero, and the process of storing in the RAM 41c is performed. Note that the RAM parity is a value calculated as an exclusive OR of values stored in each bit of the corresponding area (all areas in the present embodiment) of the RAM 41c. Therefore, if the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 41c is 0, the RAM parity adjustment data is 0, and the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 41c is 1. In this case, the RAM parity adjustment data is 1.

  The main control unit 41 calculates the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 41c at the time of activation regardless of whether the system reset or the user reset, and Check the value, and if the RAM parity is 0 and the value of the fixed data for destructive diagnosis is also correct, the processing state of the main control unit 41 is the state before power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 41c. However, if the RAM parity is not 0 (in the case of 1) or the value of the fixed data for destructive diagnosis is not correct, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM abnormal flag is set in the RAM 41c to indicate a RAM abnormal error state. To control the progress of the game.

  In the present embodiment, all data stored in the RAM 41c is retained by the backup power source even during a power failure, and the main control unit 41 determines that the data in the RAM 41c is normal when the power is turned on. In this case, the control state is restored to the control state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 41c, but only the data necessary for the return of the control state in the event of a power failure is backed up among the data stored in the RAM 41c. It may be configured to return to the control state before power interruption based on the data backed up at the time of input.

  In addition, when returning to the control state before the power interruption when the power is turned on, it is not necessary to return all the control states to the control state before the power interruption, and the minimum control state that does not disadvantage the player For example, it is not necessary to restore the state of all input ports to the state before power interruption.

[About internal lottery]
In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, as described above, the prescribed number of bets that can be set is determined according to the gaming state (usually inside, BB (RB)), and is determined according to the gaming state. The game can be started on condition that the specified number of bets is set. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN is activated when a prescribed number of bets corresponding to the gaming state is set.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, the winning line LN that is activated (hereinafter, the activated winning line LN is simply referred to as the winning line LN). A winning combination will be awarded when a combination of symbols called “comb” is complete. The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols. The type of winning combination is determined according to the game state, but it can be roughly divided into a small role with payout of medals and a replay that can start the next game without the need to set the number of bets. There are a game combination (hereinafter also referred to as “replay”) and a special combination (hereinafter also referred to as “bonus”) accompanied by a transition to a game state advantageous to the player. Below, a small role and a re-playing role are collectively called a general role. In order to win each winning combination determined according to the gaming state, it is necessary to win an internal lottery to be described later and set a winning flag for the winning combination in the RAM.

  Of the winning flags for each of these roles, the winning flags for the small role and the replaying role are valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and are invalid in the next game. It is valid until a combination of combinations permitted by the flag is completed, and is invalid in a game having a combination of combinations permitted. In other words, once the special combination winning flag is won, even if the combination of the combination permitted by the flag cannot be made, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It becomes.

  The internal lottery executed in the internal lottery process in Sc6 of FIG. 11 determines whether or not the above winning combination is permitted before the display results of all reels 2L, 2C and 2R are derived and displayed (actually). (When the start switch 7 is detected). In the internal lottery, first, a random value for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is acquired when the start switch 7 is detected. Specifically, the value of the random number value storage work assigned to the RAM 41c is set to the lottery work assigned to the RAM 41c. Then, for each combination determined according to the gaming state and whether or not the special combination is carried over, the numerical data stored in the lottery work, the value of the gaming state flag for specifying the gaming state, and the RT described later are specified. The determination is made according to the number of determination values of each combination determined according to the value of the RT flag, the number of bets, and the set value. Note that the special role carryover means that if the special role is not won in the internal lottery game and the special role is not won, the special role will be carried over from the next game until the special role is won. It is to maintain the winning state.

  In the internal lottery, an internal lottery target, the current gaming state flag value, the RT flag value, and the number of determination values determined corresponding to the set value are stored in a random number for internal lottery (a lottery work). When the result of addition overflows, it is determined that the winning combination is won. For this reason, a winning combination will be won with a probability (number of determination values / 65536) according to the number of determination values.

  If a winning combination of any combination is determined, a winning flag corresponding to the combination determined to be winning is set in the internal winning flag storing work assigned to the RAM 41c. The internal winning flag storage work consists of a 2-byte storage area, of which the upper byte is assigned as the special role storing work in which the winning flag for the special role is set, and the lower byte is the winning of the general role It is assigned as a general role storage work for which a flag is set. Specifically, when a special combination is won, a special combination winning flag indicating that the special combination is won is set in the special combination storing work, and the winning flag set in the general combination storing work is cleared. When a general combination is won, a winning flag for the general combination indicating that the general combination is won is set in the general combination storing work. If no winning combination or winning combination is won, only the general winning combination work is cleared.

[Reel stop control]
Next, the reel 2L, 2C, 2R stop control executed in the reel control process in Sc7 of FIG. 11 will be described.

  The main control unit 41 refers to the table index and the table creation data stored in the ROM 41b when the reel starts rotating and when the reel stops and the reel that is still rotating still remains. A stop control table is created for each reel that is rotating. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel is effectively detected, the stop control table of the corresponding reel is referred to and the slip of the referred stop control table is referred to. Based on the number of frames, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R corresponding to the operated stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R.

  In the table index, an index that indicates the start address of the area in which the data for table creation is stored, from the reference address when referring to the table index, according to the setting state of the winning flag by internal lottery (hereinafter referred to as the internal winning state) Differences up to the address where the data is stored are registered. As a result, a difference corresponding to the internal winning state is acquired, and the corresponding index data can be acquired by adding the difference to the reference address. Even if the winning status of the combination is different, when the same control is applied, the same address is stored as the index data. In such a case, the same table creation data is referred to. Thus, a stop control table is created.

  The table creation data includes a stop control table indicating the number of sliding frames according to the stop operation position, and an address of the stop control table to be referred to according to the reel stop status.

  The stop control table referred to according to the reel stop status is whether all reels are rotating, only the left reel is stopped, only the middle reel is stopped, only the right reel is stopped, It may vary depending on whether the middle reel is stopped, the left and right reels are stopped, the middle and right reels are stopped, and if any reel is stopped, stop Since there may be differences depending on the stop position of the reels already completed, the address of the stop control table to be referenced for each situation is registered for each rotating reel, and based on the top address of the table creation data, It is possible to specify the address of the stop control table that should be referred to according to the status of each, and it is necessary according to each status from this specified address. And to be able to identify the stop control table. Even when the stop status of the reels and the stop position of the stopped reels are different, when the same stop control table is applied, the same address may be registered as the address of the stop control table. In such a case, the same stop control table is referred to.

  The stop control table is data that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing when the stop operation is performed. In the present embodiment, stepping motors that make one turn at a cycle of 168 steps (0 to 167) are used for the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R. That is, when the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R are driven for 168 steps, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R make one round. Then, 21 areas (frames) divided every 16 steps (the number of steps that one symbol moves) are defined for one reel, and these areas are areas 0 to 20 from the reel reference position. A number is assigned. On the other hand, the number of symbols arranged on one reel is 21, and symbol numbers 0 to 20 from the reel reference position are assigned to symbols on each reel, so symbols 0 to 20 are assigned to each reel. , Area numbers 0 to 20 are assigned in order. In the stop control table, the number of sliding symbols for each area number is compressed and stored according to a predetermined rule, and the number of sliding symbols for each area number can be acquired by expanding the stop control table. Yes.

  As described above, the stop control table created by referring to the table index and the table creation data corresponds to the area number, and the area corresponding to each area number has a stop reference position (in this embodiment, a perspective window). 3 when the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected at the timing (the timing in which the number of steps from the reel reference position is included in the range of the number of steps). This is a table in which the number of frames is set.

  Next, the procedure for creating the stop control table will be described. First, at the start of reel rotation, the top address of the table creation data corresponding to the internal winning state of the game is acquired. Specifically, the table index is first referred to, index data corresponding to the internal winning state is obtained, table creation data is identified based on the obtained index data, and all reels are identified from the identified table creation data. The address of the stop control table for each reel corresponding to the state of rotation is acquired, and the stop control table for each reel stored at the acquired address is expanded to generate a stop control table for all reels.

  Further, when any one reel stops or any two reels stop, the index data acquired at the start of reel rotation, that is, the top address of the table creation data corresponding to the internal winning state of the game The table creation data is identified based on the obtained table creation data, and the address of the stop control table for the unreacted reel corresponding to the stop reel and the area number of the stop position of the reel is obtained from the identified table creation data. The stop control table for each stored reel is expanded to create a stop control table for the unstopped reels.

  Next, when the main control unit 41 effectively detects any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel, the control when the display result is derived to the corresponding reel is described. To explain, when any operation corresponding to the rotating reel is detected effectively among the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, the stop operation position is based on the number of steps from the reel reference position when the stop operation is detected. The number of sliding symbols corresponding to the area number of the specified stop operation position is acquired by referring to the stop control table of the reel where the stop operation is detected. Then, control is performed to rotate and stop the reel by the number of acquired sliding frames. Specifically, from the number of steps from the reel reference position at the time when the stop operation is detected, the number of steps from the acquired number of sliding frames to the stop is calculated, and the reel is rotated and stopped by the calculated number of steps. Take control. Thus, the region corresponding to the region number that is the stop position ahead of the number of sliding frames from the region corresponding to the region number of the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected is the stop reference position (in this embodiment, the fluoroscopic window 3 The lower symbol area).

  In the table index of the present embodiment, only one address is stored as index data corresponding to one internal winning state in one gaming state, and one table creation data includes one reel. Only one address is stored as the address of the storage area of the stop control table corresponding to the stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel). That is, the table creation data corresponding to one internal winning state in one gaming state and the stop control table corresponding to the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel) are uniquely determined. The stop control table created with reference to is unique for one internal winning state in one gaming state and the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel). Therefore, when all of the gaming state, the internal winning state, and the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel) are the same, the reel is based on the same stop control table, that is, the same control pattern. The stop control is performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a value of 0 to 4 is determined as the number of sliding frames, and it is possible to stop the reel by drawing a maximum of 4 frames after detecting a stop operation. In other words, the stop position of the symbol can be designated from a range of a maximum of 5 frames including the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected. In addition, since it is necessary to move one frame to move the reel for one symbol, it is possible to stop the reel by pulling in a maximum of four symbols after detecting the stop operation. The symbol stop position can be designated from a range of up to five symbols including the operation position.

  In the present embodiment, when any of the winning combinations is won, the winning combination is drawn into the winning line LN to the maximum in the range of 4 frames, and the winning combination is drawn so that it does not align with the winning line LN. Create a stop control table with the number of sliding symbols and perform reel stop control. On the other hand, if you do not win any of the roles, stop control with the number of sliding symbols that does not match any of the roles Create a table and perform reel stop control. As a result, when a stop operation is performed, if the winning combination can be stopped in the winning line LN within the drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames, the control is performed so that the winning combination is stopped. The combination that has not been performed will be controlled to be stopped in a drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames.

  If a special role and a small role are elected at the same time, such as when a special role is elected while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, the elected small role will be placed in the winning line LN within 4 frames. The number of sliding symbols is set so as to be pulled in as much as possible, and for the stop operation position where the selected small role cannot be drawn into the winning line LN within the range of up to 4 frames, the winning special role is set to 4 in the winning line LN. A stop control table in which the number of sliding frames is determined so as to be pulled in as much as possible within the range of frames is created, and reel stop control is performed. As a result, when a stop operation is performed, if it is possible to stop all the small roles that have been selected in the winning line LN within a drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames, the control is performed so that the winning combination is stopped. If it is not possible to withdraw a small role that has been won in the draw range of up to 4 frames to the line LN, if the special role that has been won in the draw range of up to 4 frames can be aligned and stopped on the winning line LN, A control is performed to stop them in a uniform manner, and a winning combination that has not been won will be controlled to be stopped within a 4-frame pull-in range. That is, in such a case, priority is given to the control for aligning the small role with the winning line LN over the special role, and the special role can be won only when the small role cannot be drawn. When a special combination and a small combination can be drawn at the same time, only the small combination is drawn and the small combination is not aligned with the winning line LN at the same time as the special combination.

  In this embodiment, when a special role is elected while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, or when a special role and a small role are won simultaneously, the special role and the small role are won simultaneously. If the winning combination is prioritized over the winning special role, the special role is controlled to align with the winning line LN only when the winning combination cannot be drawn. When the two are simultaneously elected, the control for aligning the special role with the winning line LN has priority over the small role, and the control for aligning the small role with the winning line LN may be performed only when the special role cannot be drawn. .

  When a special role and replay are won at the same time, such as when a re-playing role is won in a state where the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, when the stop operation is performed, the maximum is shown in the winning line LN. Control is performed so that the symbols of the re-gamer are aligned and stopped within the 4-frame pull-in range. In this case, the symbols constituting the re-gamer or the symbols constituting the re-gamer elected at the same time are arranged within 5 symbols for each of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R, that is, at intervals of 4 frames or less. Since it can always be stopped at any position within the 4-frame pull-in range, if the special combination and the re-playing combination are elected at the same time, the timing of the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R by the player Without fail, the re-playing role will always be won. That is, in such a case, the control for aligning the re-games with the winning line LN has priority over the special game, and the re-games will always win. In the case where the special combination and the re-playing combination can be withdrawn at the same time, only the re-playing combination is drawn in and the special combination is not aligned with the winning line LN simultaneously with the re-playing combination.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 rotates the reels for which the stop operation has not yet been detected until the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected after the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is started. And the control for stopping the display result on the corresponding reel is performed on condition that the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected. Even if the reel rotation temporarily stops due to the occurrence of a reel rotation error, the stop operation is still detected until the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected after the reel rotation is restarted. Control is performed to stop the display result of the corresponding reels on the condition that the rotation of the reels that have not been continued is continued and the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected.

  In the present embodiment, the control for stopping the display result on the corresponding reel is performed on the condition that the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected, but the rotation of the reel is started. Then, when a predetermined automatic stop time has elapsed, even if the reel stop operation is not performed, it is assumed that the stop operation has been performed, and automatic stop control is performed to automatically stop each reel. Anyway. In this case, since the reels are stopped without the player's operation, it is preferable to derive a display result that does not constitute any combination even if any combination is won.

[About various commands]
Next, commands that the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub control unit 91 will be described. The command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub-control unit 91 includes 1-byte mode data indicating the type of command and 1-byte EXT data indicating the content of the command. The sub-control unit 91 determines the type of command from the mode data, and determines the content of the command from the EXT data.

  Each command is temporarily stored in a command transmission buffer provided in a special work in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41, and command transmission processing (main) executed in the timer interrupt processing (main) shown in FIGS. In Sk16), it is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

  When the sub-control unit 91 receives a command from the main control unit 41, the sub-control unit 91 displays the image displayed from the liquid crystal display 51, the sound output from the speakers 53 and 54, and the front door according to the type of the received command. Control of the lamp etc. provided in 1b is performed.

  The BET command is a command that can specify the number of inserted medals (the number of medals used for setting the number of bets) and whether or not a BET sound is output. The BET command is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. In a state where the prescribed number of bets is not set, a medal is inserted, or one BET switch 5 or MAXBET switch 6 Sent when the number of bets is set by operating.

  The setting change start command is a command indicating that setting change has been started. The setting change start command is transmitted at the start of setting change. In the EXT data, a value indicating that the setting change is started is set.

  The setting change end command is a command indicating that the setting change has been completed and the setting value selected by the setting change. The setting change end command is transmitted when the setting change ends. In the EXT data, any one of six types of setting values selected by changing the setting is set.

  The mode selection start command is a command that can specify transition to a mode selection state indicating whether or not to set the power saving mode for suppressing power consumption. The mode selection start command is transmitted when shifting to the mode selection state.

  The mode specifying command is a command that can specify the selected mode. The mode specifying command is transmitted when selection is made as to whether or not to set the power saving mode in the mode selection state.

  The mode selection end command is a command that can specify to end the mode selection state. The mode selection end command is transmitted when the mode selection state is ended.

  The error start command is a command indicating that an error has occurred. One of eight types of errors is set in the EXT data. The error start command is transmitted at the start of error processing. The eight types of errors include an overflow tank overflow error indicating that the medal in the overflow tank 35 is full, a hopper empty error indicating that there are no medals in the hopper tank 34a, and a medal to be paid out. Payout medal clogging error indicating clogged, etc., medal selector abnormal error indicating that a medal detection error occurred, reel rotation abnormal error indicating that the reel is not rotating normally, internal An illegal winning error indicating that the winning prediction flag that is expected to win based on the lottery result and the actual winning result do not match each other, and a RAM content error indicating that the RAM is abnormal are set.

  The error release command is a command indicating that an error other than the door opening error state has been released. The error cancel command is sent when error processing is cancelled. In the EXT data, a value indicating that the error has been canceled is set.

  The door opening error release command is a command that can specify that the door opening error state has been released. The door opening error release command is transmitted when the door opening error state is released.

  The settlement start command is a command indicating that the medal settlement has started. The checkout start command is transmitted at the start of the checkout process. In the EXT data, either data indicating that the inserted medal has been settled or data indicating that the credited medal has been settled is set.

  The settlement end command is a command indicating that the medal settlement has ended. The settlement end command is transmitted at the end of the settlement process. In the EXT data, a value indicating that the settlement has been completed is set.

  The medal insertion command is a command indicating that a medal has been inserted. The medal insertion command is transmitted when a medal is inserted without credit addition. In the EXT data, a value indicating the number of inserted medals (one to three) is set.

  The credit increase command is a command indicating that the number of credited medals has increased. The credit increase command is transmitted when a medal with credit addition is inserted. In the EXT data, a value indicating that the credit has increased is set.

  The game counter 1 command is a command indicating a count value of 0 to 127 that is counted every time a game is played. The game counter 1 command is transmitted when the operation of the start switch is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating any one of the count values from 0 to 127 is set.

  The reel acceleration information command is a command indicating that reel rotation has started. The reel acceleration information command is transmitted when the start switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating one of nine types of reel rotation start patterns is set.

  The internal winning command is a command indicating whether or not BB is won and the state of RT. The internal winning command is transmitted when the start switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating whether or not BB is won and a state of RT is set.

  The winning number command is a command indicating the result of the internal lottery. The winning number command is transmitted when the start switch operation is accepted. A value indicating the result of the internal lottery is set in the EXT data.

  The BB inserted number 1 command is a command indicating the number of medals inserted in the BB game. The BB inserted number 1 command is transmitted at the start of reel rotation. A value indicating the number of inserted medals is set in the EXT data.

  The reel stop acceptance 1 command is a command indicating that the first stop has been performed. The reel stop acceptance 1 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the reception state of each stop switch (that is, whether or not it has been operated) and the lighting state of the LED incorporated in each stop switch (whether or not it is lit) are set.

  The reel sliding frame number 1 command is a command indicating the number of frames until the reel stops when the first stop is performed. The reel sliding frame number 1 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the number of frames (0 to 4 frames) until the reel stops is set.

  The reel stop position 1 command is a command indicating a position where the reel stops when the first stop is performed. The reel stop position 1 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. A value indicating the reel stop position (frame number 0 to 20) is set in the EXT data.

  The reel stop acceptance 2 command is a command indicating that the second stop has been performed. The reel stop acceptance 2 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the reception state of each stop switch (that is, whether or not it has been operated) and the lighting state of the LED incorporated in each stop switch (whether or not it is lit) are set.

  The reel sliding frame number 2 command is a command indicating the number of frames until the reel stops when the second stop is performed. The reel sliding frame number 2 command is transmitted when the operation of the stop switch is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the number of frames (0 to 4 frames) until the reel stops is set.

  The reel stop position 2 command is a command indicating a position where the reel stops when the second stop is performed. The reel stop position 2 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. A value indicating the reel stop position (frame number 0 to 20) is set in the EXT data.

  The reel stop acceptance 3 command is a command indicating that the third stop has been performed. The reel stop acceptance 3 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the reception state of each stop switch (that is, whether or not it has been operated) and the lighting state of the LED incorporated in each stop switch (whether or not it is lit) are set.

  The reel sliding frame number 3 command is a command indicating the number of frames until the reel stops when the third stop is performed. The reel sliding frame number 3 command is transmitted when the operation of the stop switch is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating the number of frames (0 to 4 frames) until the reel stops is set.

  The reel stop position 3 command is a command indicating a position where the reel stops when the third stop is performed. The reel stop position 3 command is transmitted when a stop switch operation is accepted. A value indicating the reel stop position (frame number 0 to 20) is set in the EXT data.

  The game counter 2 command is a command indicating a count value of 0 to 127 that is counted each time a game is played. The game counter 2 command is transmitted after all reels are stopped. In the EXT data, a value indicating any one of the count values from 0 to 127 is set.

  The RT information 2 command is a command indicating whether or not BB has been won, whether or not RB has been won, and the state of RT. The RT information 2 command is transmitted when the start switch operation is accepted. In the EXT data, a value indicating whether or not BB is won or not or whether or not RB is won and the state of RT is set.

  The winning number 1 command is a command indicating the type of winning. The winning number 1 command is transmitted at the start of the medal payout process. In the EXT data, a value indicating the operating state of the BB (whether or not BB is in progress) and the type of winning is set.

  The winning number 2 command is a command indicating the type of winning. The winning number 1 command is transmitted at the start of the medal payout process. In the EXT data, a value indicating the operating state of the BB (whether or not BB is in progress) and the type of winning is set.

  The winning number command is a command indicating the number of medals to be paid out by winning. The winning number command is transmitted at the start of the medal payout process. A value indicating the number of medals paid out is set in the EXT data.

  The BB payout number 1 command is a command indicating the payout number of medals during BB. The BB payout number 1 command is transmitted at the start of the medal payout process during BB. In the EXT data, a value (upper 7 bits) indicating a payout number of medals in BB is set.

  The BB payout number 2 command is a command indicating the payout number of medals during BB. The BB payout number 2 command is transmitted at the start of the medal payout process during BB. In the EXT data, a value (lower 7 bits) indicating the number of medals paid out in BB is set.

  The BB end wait command is a command indicating that BB end is waiting. The BB end wait command is transmitted when the BB ends. In the EXT data, a value indicating the type of BB waiting for termination (one type in the present embodiment) is set.

  The BB end command is a command indicating that BB ends. The BB end command is transmitted at the end of BB, at the start of automatic checkout, and at the start of stop processing. In the EXT data, a value indicating the type of BB to be ended (one type in the present embodiment) is set.

  The RT information 1 command is a command indicating an RT state. The RT information 1 command is transmitted at the end of the game. A value indicating the state of RT is set in the EXT data.

  The BB operation type command is a command indicating whether or not BB is in progress. The BB operation type command is transmitted at the end of the game. In the EXT data, a value indicating whether or not BB is in progress is set.

  The game end command is a command indicating a game state (BB, RB, replay winning) when the game is ended. The game end command is transmitted at the end of the game. In the EXT data, a value indicating a gaming state (BB, RB, replay winning) when the game is finished is set.

  The door command is a command indicating whether or not the front door 1b is opened. The door command is transmitted when the power is turned on, when the setting change starts, when the RAM content error starts, when the game ends, or when the door is opened or closed. In the EXT data, a value indicating the door open state (whether open or closed) is set.

  The power interruption return 1 command is a command indicating a count value of 0 to 127 that is counted every time the game is played. The power interruption return 1 command is transmitted when the backup is normal after the power is turned on. In the EXT data, a value indicating any one of the count values from 0 to 127 is set.

  The power interruption return 2 command is a command indicating whether or not BB has been won and the state of RT. The power interruption recovery 2 command is transmitted when the backup is normal after the power is turned on. In the EXT data, a value indicating whether or not BB is won and a state of RT is set.

  The power interruption return 3 command is a command indicating whether or not BB is in progress and the number of inserted medals. The power failure recovery 3 command is transmitted when the backup is normal after the power is turned on. In the EXT data, a value indicating whether the BB is in progress and the number of inserted medals is set.

  The power interruption return 4 command is a command indicating a gaming state (BB, RB, replay winning) when the game is finished. The power interruption recovery 4 command is transmitted when the backup is normal after the power is turned on. In the EXT data, a value indicating a gaming state (BB, RB, replay winning) when the game is finished is set.

  The hot start command is a command indicating that restart is performed without turning off the power. The hot start command is transmitted when the backup is normal after the power is turned on. In the EXT data, a value indicating that restart is performed without turning off the power is set.

  Next, various control contents executed by the main control unit 41 in the present embodiment will be described.

[Initial setting processing]
First, an initial setting process executed by the main control unit 41 will be described. When power is supplied and a reset signal is input from the reset circuit 49, the main control unit 41 performs a system reset and executes a startup process. Then, by executing the startup process, IMF described later becomes 0, and an interrupt prohibited state is set. In addition, an initial value is set in an internal function register (such as a CTC control register or a register related to a random number circuit) by the activation process. Thereafter, the initial setting process shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 7 and 8 is performed according to the program stored in the ROM 41b as the user program.

  As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, first, the main control unit 41 sets an interrupt master permission flag (IMF) = 0 by executing a DI instruction to be described later, and prohibits the interrupt (Sa1). The interrupt process is a process that occurs by interrupting the basic process when an interrupt factor occurs. The main control unit 41 described with reference to FIGS. 12 and 13 prohibits interruption of the timer interrupt process (main) executed at regular intervals (interval of 0.56 ms) (Sa1). Next, initialization data is set (Sa2), and each output port is initialized (Sa3). Next, the built-in register is set (Sa4).

  In the setting of the internal register, for example, the random number generation circuit 42 is set. Specifically, in the setting of the random number circuit, the main control unit 41 writes the random number maximum value setting data for specifying the random number maximum value preset by the user in the built-in register. In addition, the main control unit 41 checks whether the maximum random number set in the built-in register is not less than a predetermined lower limit value. If the random number maximum value is less than the lower limit value, the main control unit 41 is set in the random number maximum value setting register. Execute random number maximum value reset processing to reset the random number maximum value.

  Further, the main control unit 41 executes an initial value changing process for changing the initial value of the count value updated by the counter of the random number generation circuit 42. Further, the main control unit 41 writes the random number update method selection data in the random number update method selection register. Further, the main control unit 41 writes period setting data (data for setting how many times the reference clock signal is to be divided) for designating the period of the random number generating clock signal preset by the user. The main control unit 41 sets whether or not to update the initial value input to the counter when the count value is updated to a predetermined final value by the counter of the random number generation circuit 42. Further, the main control unit 41 sets whether or not to change the permutation of the count values updated by the counter when the count value is updated to a predetermined final value by the counter of the random number generation circuit 42. Then, the main control unit 41 writes random circuit activation data. By doing so, the main control unit 41 activates the random number generation circuit 42.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the power supply voltage is normal (Sa5). If the power supply voltage is not normal (N in Sa5), the determination is repeated until normal. If the power supply voltage is normal (Y in Sa5), the higher address of the interrupt vector is set (Sa6). Then, access to the RAM is permitted (Sa7), and the stack pointer is initialized (Sa8).

  Next, the RAM parity is calculated (Sa10). Then, it is determined whether or not the calculated RAM parity becomes 0 (Sa11). If the RAM parity does not become 0 (N in Sa11), the process proceeds to Sa14.

  When the RAM parity becomes 0 (Y in Sa11), RAM destruction diagnosis fixed data is acquired from the RAM 41c (Sa12). Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired RAM destruction diagnosis fixed data is correct (Sa13). Next, in step Sa14, RAM destruction diagnosis fixed data is cleared (Sa14).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch is turned on (Sa15a). When the setting key switch is on (Y in Sa15a), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not there is an error state before the disconnection (Sa15b). If there is an error state before disconnection (Y in Sa15b), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not a RAM abnormality flag to be described later is set (Sa15c).

  When it is determined in the determination of Sa15b that there was no error before power interruption (N in Sa15b), or in the determination of Sa15c that the RAM abnormality flag is set (Y in SA15c), the main control unit 41 sets a timer interrupt (Sa22). Specifically, a register of a timer circuit built in the main control unit 41 is set so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time. For example, a value corresponding to 0.56 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 0.56 ms. In the timer circuit, the timer is initialized by setting the register, and time measurement is started from the initial value. When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the process proceeds to the setting change process shown in FIGS.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the setting key switch is OFF in the determination of Sa15a (Y in Sa15), or when it is determined in the determination of Sa15c that the RAM abnormality flag is not set (N in Sa15c), the determination of Sa11, Based on the determination of Sa13 and whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is set, it is determined whether or not the storage content of the RAM 41c has been destroyed, that is, whether or not the storage content of the RAM 41c is normal (Sa16). When the stored contents of the RAM 41c are not destroyed (N in Sa16), a power failure recovery command (power failure recovery commands 1 to 4) is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sa17), and the hot start command is sub-controlled. It transmits to the part 91 (Sa18). The case where the storage contents of the RAM 41c are not destroyed is a case where it is determined that the fixed data for RAM destruction diagnosis is correct in Sa11 and Y and the RAM abnormality flag is not set.

  Then, all the registers are restored (Sa19), and the timer interrupt setting similar to Sa22 is performed (Sa20). And it returns to the process of Sk26 of the timer interruption process (main) shown in FIG.

  If the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed (Y in Sa16), the RAM start address to be initialized is set in the register (Sa23), and the RAM area indicated by the designated address is cleared (hereinafter, “ (Also referred to as “initialization”) (Sa24). The case where the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed is either the case where it is determined that the fixed data for RAM destruction diagnosis is not correct in N or Sa13 in Sa11, or the case where the RAM abnormality flag is set. .

  Here, the storage area of the RAM 41c is divided into a set value work, a special work, an important work, a general work, an unused area, and a stack area.

  The set value work is an area in which data such as set values and random number values that are inconvenient when initialized at the time of normal setting change is stored.

  The special work is an area in which data that is initialized only before the start of the setting change, such as input / output data of the I / O port 41d and data for transmitting a command to the effect control board 90, is stored.

  The important work is an area in which a counter indicating the number of credits, display data of various indicators and LEDs, a time counter of game time, and data that is inconvenient when initialized at the end of the game are stored.

  General work stores data necessary for one game (one game), such as a winning flag that does not carry over, stop control table, stop symbol, number of medals paid out, and data that can be initialized at the end of the game It is an area to be done.

  The unused area is an unused area in the storage area of the RAM 41c.

  The stack area is an area in which data saved from the register of the main control unit 41 is stored.

  When an address is specified in Sa23, all the above-described areas in the storage area of the RAM 41c are initialized. Next, a RAM abnormality flag indicating that the storage contents of the RAM 41c are not normal is set in the RAM 41c (Sa25), and the process proceeds to error processing. In error processing, it becomes an error state and it becomes impossible to play a game. In the error state, the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power switch 39 is turned on to determine Y at Sa15a, Y at Sa15b, and Y at Sa15c. And (see FIG. 10). Therefore, when the power switch 39 is turned on without turning on the setting key switch 37, N is reached at Sa15a, and Y is reached at Sa16, so that an error state occurs again.

  In the present embodiment, initialization is performed by setting the data to “00h”, that is, by clearing the data. However, for example, initialization can be performed by setting the data to “FFh” or inputting a predetermined value for each data.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs control so that the setting change process is not performed in an error state other than a RAM abnormality (Y in Sa15b, N in Sa15c). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the setting change or the setting confirmation (predetermined event) from occurring in an error state (abnormal state) other than the RAM abnormality.

[Setting change processing]
Next, the setting change process which the main control part 41 performs is demonstrated.

  As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the main control unit 41 first sets the start address of the RAM 41c to be initialized in the register (Sb1). The RAM 41c is divided into areas according to the purpose of use by 16-bit memory space addresses. In the process of Sb1, the start address for initialization is set in the register among the memory space addresses. Next, based on the RAM parity calculation in Sa10 of FIG. 7 or the RAM destruction diagnosis fixed data acquired in Sa12 of FIG. 7, it is determined whether or not the contents of the RAM are abnormal (Sb2). If the contents of the RAM are abnormal (Y in Sb2), the process proceeds to Sb4. If the contents of the RAM are not abnormal (N in Sb2), the start address of the initialization target RAM at the start of setting change is set in the register (Sb3).

  Next, the RAM area indicated by the address designated by Sb1 or Sb3 is cleared (Sb4). When an address is specified in Sb1, all the above-described areas in the storage area of the RAM 41c are initialized. When an address is specified in Sb3, a special work, an important work, a general work, an unused area, and a stack area in the storage area of the RAM 41c are initialized. When the processing of Sb4 ends, a setting change start command to be described later is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sb5), and the main control unit 41 described with reference to FIGS. 12 and 13 executes at a constant interval (0.56 ms interval). The timer interrupt process (main) interrupt is permitted (Sb6).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the setting / reset switch 38 is on (Sb7). When the setting / reset switch 38 is on (Y in Sb7), the setting value is set in the register (Sb8). If the setting / reset switch 38 is off (N in Sb7), it is determined whether the start switch 7 is on (Sb9).

  If the start switch 7 is not turned on (N in Sb9), the process returns to Sb7. When the start switch 7 is turned on (Y in Sb9), it is determined whether or not the setting key switch is turned off (Sb10). If the setting key switch is not turned off (N in Sb10), the determination is repeated until the setting key switch is turned on. When the setting key switch is OFF (Y in Sb10), the setting value data set in the register is stored in the RAM 41c (Sb11).

  Next, a setting change end command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sb12). Then, the start address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the setting change is set in the register (Sb13), and the process proceeds to the main process in FIG.

[Main processing]
Next, main processing executed by the main control unit 41 will be described. The main process is repeatedly executed for each unit of game. One period of the main process corresponds to one unit of the game.

  As shown in FIG. 11, the main control unit 41 first interrupts a timer interrupt process (main) executed by the main control unit 41 described in FIGS. 12 and 13 at regular intervals (0.56 ms interval). Is prohibited (Sc1). Next, the final address of the initialization target RAM is set (Sc2).

  Next, the RAM area indicated by the designated address is cleared (Sc3). At this time, when the main process is started after the setting change process, the addresses from Sb13 in FIG. 10 to the address specified in Sc2 are initialized. Thereby, the important work and the general work are initialized in the storage area of the RAM 41c. Also, at the end of one unit of game, the address specified in Sc9 to the address specified in Sc2 are initialized. As a result, the general work in the storage area of the RAM 41c is initialized. And the main control part 41 demonstrated in FIG. 12 and FIG. 13 permits the interruption of the timer interruption process (main) performed by a fixed interval (0.56 ms interval) (Sc4).

  Next, a game start waiting process is executed (Sc5). In the game start waiting process, the process waits in a state where a bet number can be set, and a process for starting a game is executed when a specified number of bets are set according to the game state and the start switch 7 is operated.

  Next, an internal lottery process is executed (Sc6). In the internal lottery process, whether or not to win the above-mentioned winning combination based on the internal lottery random value latched simultaneously with the start of the game by the detection of the start switch 7 in the step of Sc5 (that is, the display result is derived). The process of determining whether or not to allow) is performed. In this internal lottery process, a winning flag is set in the RAM 41c based on the respective lottery results. When a special combination (BB or RB) is won by internal lottery, a special combination carry-over flag is set. Then, as described above, the presence / absence of the special role carry-over flag is determined to determine whether or not the special role has been carried over. A determination process is performed for the (excluded).

  Next, a reel control process is executed (Sc7). In the reel control process, the process of rotating each reel 2L, 2C, 2R in response to the operation of the start switch 7, the result of the internal lottery in the step of Sc6, and the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R by the player are detected. In response to this, processing for stopping the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is executed.

  Next, a game end time setting process is executed (Sc8). In the game end setting process, when it is determined that the rotation of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped in the process of Sc7, a winning occurs according to the display result derived for each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R. The process which determines whether or not is executed. If the special combination wins, the special combination carry-over flag is cleared in this process. When it is determined that a winning has occurred, processing such as credit addition and medal payout is performed based on the number of payouts according to the winning. When a winning occurs, a process for setting a gaming state for the next game is executed after the medal payout is completed. Further, when no winning occurs, after the reels are stopped, processing for setting a gaming state for the next game is executed.

  When the game end time setting process ends, the head address of the initial target RAM at the end of each game is set, and the process returns to Sc1. When returning to Sc1, the initialization target RAM final address is set in the register in Sc2, and the RAM in the area designated in Sc3 is cleared. Thereby, RAM is cleared for every game.

  In the main process, a command is generated according to the game progress control, set in the command buffer, and transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

[Timer interrupt processing (main)]
12 and 13 are flowcharts showing the control contents of the timer interrupt process (main) executed by the main control unit 41 by interrupting and executing the initial setting process and the game process at regular intervals (0.56 ms interval). The timer interrupt process (main) is a process executed by an interrupt (also referred to as a timer interrupt) generated according to a counter timer (CTC) described later. The stored address is set as a value corresponding to the timer interrupt (CTC0) of the interrupt processing vector table. When a timer interrupt occurs, processing from the address is executed. The timer interrupt processing (main) interval (0.56 ms) is set by setting 0.56 ms as an arbitrary value for the CTC timer value. Other interrupts are automatically prohibited during the execution of the timer interrupt process (main).

  As shown in FIGS. 12 and 13, in the timer interrupt process (main), first, the register in use is saved in the stack area (Sk1).

  Next, a power failure determination process is performed (Sk2). In the power failure determination process, it is determined whether or not a voltage drop signal is input from the power failure detection circuit 48. If a voltage drop signal is input, whether or not the voltage drop signal is input in the previous power failure determination process as well. If a voltage drop signal has been input in the previous power failure determination process, it is determined that a power failure has occurred, and a power interruption flag indicating that is set.

  After the power failure determination process in the step of Sk2, it is determined whether or not the power interruption flag is set (Sk3). If the power interruption flag is not set, the process proceeds to Sk4 and the power interruption flag is set In this case, the process proceeds to a power interruption process (main).

  In step Sk4, port input processing for inputting detection data of various switches from the input port is performed.

  Next, the branch counter for identifying the timer interrupt to be executed in the timer interrupt process (main) is advanced by 1 from the four types of timer interrupts 1 to 4 (Sk5). In this embodiment, the timer interrupt 1 is a branch process during a timer interrupt that controls the motor to control the start of the reel. Specifically, the processes from Sk9 to Sk11, such as a reel start process described later. Is done. Timer interrupt 2 is branch processing during timer interrupt that performs LED display control, time counter update, door open / close status monitoring, control signal output control, command and external output signal update, etc. Specifically, the processes of Sk12 to Sk17 such as the LED dynamic display process described later are performed. The timer interrupt 3 is a branching process during timer interrupt that detects the origin passage of the reel, monitors the switch input, and reads out the random number value. Processing of Sk20 to Sk22 such as time processing is performed. The timer interrupt 4 is a branching process during a timer interrupt that detects the input of a stop switch and performs reel stop control. Specifically, the processes of Sk23 to Sk25, such as a stop switch process described later. Is done. In the step of Sk5, 1 is added when the branch counter value is 0 to 2, and is updated to 0 when the counter value is 3. That is, the branch counter value loops in the order of 0 → 1 → 2 → 3 → 0... Each time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed.

  Next, the branch counter value is referenced to determine whether it is 2 or 3, that is, timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4 (Sk6). If it is not timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4, that is, timer interrupt In the case of 1 or timer interrupt 2, it is checked whether the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R are started or whether they are rotating at a constant speed, and whether the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R are started or are rotating at a constant speed. For example, the motor phase signal output process for outputting the phase signal data changed in the motor step process of Sk10 described later and the phase signal data changed in the final stop process of Sk24 described later is executed (Sk7).

  Next, referring to the counter value for branching, it is determined whether it is 1 or not, that is, timer interrupt 2 (Sk8). Reel start processing (Sk9) for controlling the step time interval when starting 32L, 32C, 32R, motor step processing (Sk10) for changing phase signal data of the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R, reel motors 32L, 32C After the stop of 32R, motor phase signal standby processing (Sk11) for changing the phase signal to one-phase excitation after a predetermined time has been sequentially executed, and then the process proceeds to step Sk25.

  In the case of timer interrupt 2 in the step of Sk8, LED dynamic display processing (Sk12) for dynamically lighting various indicators, and output processing of control signals and the like for outputting data such as lighting signals of various LEDs to the output port (Sk13), a time counter update process (Sk14) for updating various time counters, a door monitoring process (Sk15) for monitoring the detection state of the door open detection switch 25, a door command transmission request, etc., set in the command buffer A command transmission process (Sk16) for transmitting various commands such as a setting change command, a return command, and an error command to the sub-control unit 91 and an external output signal update process (Sk17) for updating the external output signal are sequentially executed, and then Sk25. Go to step.

  If it is timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4 in the step of Sk6, it is further determined by referring to the counter value for branching whether it is 3, that is, timer interrupt 4 (Sk18). If it is not interrupt 4, that is, if it is timer interrupt 3, the passing of the origin of the rotating reels 2L, 2C, 2R (pass of the reel reference position) is checked, and the occurrence of a reel rotation error is detected and stopped. Check if the preparation is complete (whether the stop preparation completion code is set). If the stop preparation is complete and the motor is rotating at a constant speed, operate the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel. Whether or not there has been a change in the detection state of switches such as pass-through origin processing (Sk20) to be validated, MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R First, switch input determination processing (Sk21) for making a transmission request for an operation detection command, etc., and random number reading processing (Sk22) for reading numerical data from the random value register R1D and storing it in the random value storage work are sequentially executed. Go to step.

  If the timer interrupt is 4 in the step of Sk18, the stop stored in the work on the stop reel is stored when the stop operation position is stored in the work on the stop reel in accordance with the detection of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R. The stop position is determined from the operation position, the stop switch process (Sk23) for calculating the number of steps after which the stop should be performed, and the number of steps until the stop calculated in the stop switch process is counted. A stop process (Sk24) for starting braking by two-phase excitation and a final stop process (Sk25) for three-phase excitation after a certain time from the start of braking in the stop process are sequentially executed, and then the process proceeds to step Sk26.

  In the step of Sk26, the register saved in the stack area in Sk1 is restored, the prohibited interrupt is permitted, and the process returns to the process before the interrupt.

[Power interruption (main)]
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the control contents of the power interruption process (main) executed when the main control unit 41 determines that the power interruption flag is set in the timer interrupt process (main) described above.

  In the power interruption process (main), first, all registers that may be in use are saved in the stack area (Sm1). Although the values of the I register and IY register described above are used, they are not saved here because the same fixed value is always set with the initialization at the time of startup.

  Next, fixed data for destructive diagnosis (in this embodiment, 5A (H)) is set (Sm2). Then, the main control unit 41 described in FIG. 12 and FIG. 13 prohibits the interruption of the timer interruption process (main) executed at a constant interval (0.56 ms interval), and initializes all output ports ( Sm3). Next, RAM parity adjustment data is calculated and set so that the exclusive OR of all storage areas (including unused areas and unused stack areas) of the RAM 41c becomes 0 (Sm4), and access to the RAM 41c is performed. Prohibited (Sm5).

  Thereafter, the voltage decreases, and the CPU 41a of the main control unit 41 stops and shifts to a standby state. And if a voltage falls in this standby state, it will be in an operation stop state internally. Therefore, the main control unit 41 reliably stops operation when power is interrupted.

  In this embodiment, interrupts are disabled before the output port is initialized. However, the output port for outputting data to the sub-control board 90, the external output board 1000, the reel motor and the reel sensor. Interrupt writing may be set before data is written to the serial communication circuit or data is written to the serial communication circuit.

[Door open error release processing]
With reference to FIG. 15, the door opening error canceling process executed by the main control unit 41 will be described. The door opening error canceling process is a process for the store clerk to cancel the door opening error state, and is executed by an interrupt process.

  The main control unit 41 determines whether or not the reset switch 23 is turned on (S100). When the main control unit 41 determines that the reset switch 23 is not turned on (N in S100), the door opening error release process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when determining that the reset switch 23 is turned on (Y in S100), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in the ON state (S101). When the main control unit 41 determines that the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in the OFF state (N in S101), the main control unit 41 ends the door opening error cancellation process.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is in the ON state (Y in S101), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the current state is the door opening error state (S102). When the main control unit 41 determines that the door open error state is not set, that is, the door open error state has already been released (N in S102), the door open error release process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the door open error state is still present (Y in S102), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the cover 23a of the reset switch 23 is opened (S103a). When determining that the cover 23a of the reset switch 23 is closed (N in S103a), the main control unit 41 ends the door opening error cancellation process.

  On the other hand, when determining that the cover 23a of the reset switch 23 is opened (Y in S103a), the main control unit 41 determines whether the setting key switch 37 is off (S103b). If the setting key switch 37 is not turned off (N in S103b), the door opening error canceling process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the setting key switch 37 is turned off (Y in S103b), the main control unit 41 effectively accepts an input signal based on the operation of the reset switch 23 in S100 and cancels the door opening error state. (S104). Thereafter, the main control unit 41 transmits a door opening error release command that can specify that the door opening error has been released to the sub control unit 91 to the sub control unit 91 (S105), and performs door opening error release processing. finish.

  Here, conventionally, even if the front door 1b is closed, the reset switch 23 may be illegally operated by passing a thin instrument such as a wire through the gap between the housing 1a and the front door 1b. .

  However, in the present embodiment, when the power of the slot machine 1 is ON and the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is ON, that is, when the opening of the front door 1b is not detected, the operation is based on the operation of the reset switch 23. The input signal is not accepted effectively, and the door open error state cannot be canceled. That is, even if the reset switch 23 is operated, the release of the door opening error state is prohibited when the front door 1b is closed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the door opening error state from being illegally released.

  Moreover, the reset switch 23 is covered with the cover 23a, and if the opening of the cover 23a is not detected, the operation of the reset switch 23 is not accepted effectively, and the door opening error state cannot be released. For this reason, it is possible to more effectively prevent unauthorized release of the door opening error state.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, even if the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is on, the door opening error state is not canceled. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the door opening error state from ending when the setting key switch 37 is on.

[Error handling]
The error processing executed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. The main control unit 41 detects that an error state has occurred. For example, when the medal in the overflow tank 35 is full, the main control unit 41 detects that an error state “overflow tank overflow error” has occurred. For example, the main control unit 41 detects that the error state “hopper empty error” has occurred when there are no medals in the hopper tank 34a. Further, for example, the main control unit 41 detects that the error state “paid-out medal clogged error” has occurred when the paid-out medals are jammed in the hopper tank 34a or the like. For example, the main control unit 41 detects that the error state “insertion signal abnormality error” has occurred when a medal detection abnormality has occurred in the medal selector. Further, for example, the main control unit 41 detects that an error state “reel rotation abnormality error” has occurred when the reel is not normally rotated. In addition, for example, the main control unit 41 indicates that the error state “illegal prize error” has occurred when the winning prediction flag that is expected to win based on the result of the internal lottery does not match the winning result that is actually won. Is detected. For example, when the RAM abnormality occurs, the main control unit 41 detects that the error state “RAM content error” has occurred. Note that the main control unit 41 can detect all the error states that have occurred even when a plurality of error states such as these error states and the door opening error state described above have occurred.

  Error processing is executed by interrupt processing when an error state occurs in each processing. For example, when the medals in the overflow tank 35 are full (overflow tank overflow error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. For example, when there are no medals in the hopper tank 34a (hopper empty error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. Further, for example, when the medals to be paid out are jammed in the hopper tank 34a or the like (payout medal clogging error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. For example, when a medal detection abnormality occurs in the medal selector (insertion signal abnormality error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. Further, for example, when the reel is not normally rotated (reel rotation abnormality error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. Further, for example, when the winning prediction flag that is expected to win based on the result of the internal lottery does not match the winning result that is actually won (illegal winning error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing. Further, for example, when a RAM abnormality occurs (RAM content error), the main control unit 41 executes error processing.

  In the error processing, as shown in FIG. 16, the current display state of the game auxiliary display 12 is saved in the stack (Se1), and the error code stored in the register is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 (Se2). .

  Next, the error code stored in the register is checked, and it is determined whether or not the error code is an error code indicating a disconnection error, a RAM error, or an abnormal winning error (Se3a). If the error code indicates an abnormal error or abnormal winning error, the process proceeds to a loop process in which neither process is performed.

  If it is determined in the step of Se3a that it is not an error code other than a disconnection error, a RAM error, and an abnormal winning error, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 37 is off (Se3b). . If the setting key switch 37 is not turned off (N in Se3b), the determination is repeated until the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the setting key switch is off (Y in Se3b), it is determined whether or not it is a door opening error state (Se3c). When it is determined that the door is in an open error state (Y in Se3c), the process returns to the step of Se3b.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the door opening error state is not detected (N in Se3c), it is determined whether or not the operation of the reset / setting switch 38 is detected (Se4), and the operation of the reset / setting switch 38 is detected. If not, it is further determined whether or not the operation of the reset switch 23 is detected (Se5). If the operation of the reset switch 23 is not detected, the process returns to the step of Se3b. That is, when the setting key switch 37 is OFF and the door opening error state is not set, the game waits in a state where the game cannot be progressed until the operation of the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is detected.

  If the operation of the reset / setting switch 38 is detected in the step Se4 or the operation of the reset switch 23 is detected in the step Se5 when the setting key switch 37 is OFF and the door opening error state is not detected. If it is, the error code stored in the register is cleared (Se6), and the display state of the game auxiliary display 12 is returned to the display state saved in the stack in the step of Se1 (Se7). Return to the process.

  As described above, in the error processing, if the error processing is other than disconnection error, RAM error, and abnormal winning error, the reset / setting switch is set when the setting key switch 37 is off and the door is not open. 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated to return to the original processing even when the error state is canceled. However, if the error processing is due to a disconnection abnormality error, a RAM abnormality error or an abnormal winning error, the reset / setting switch 38 Alternatively, even if the reset switch 23 is operated, the error state is not released and the original state is not restored.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, even if the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is on, the error state is not canceled. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the error state from ending when the setting key switch 37 is on.

[Error cancel screen example]
As described above, in the “door opening error canceling process”, the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is OFF, so that the process returns to the original process even when the door opening error state is cancelled. In the “error processing”, when the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is OFF, the processing returns to the original processing even when the error state is canceled. For example, as shown in FIG. 17, when the error message “Door is open” is displayed in the door open error state (FIG. 17A), when the setting key switch 37 is OFF, the reset switch 23 Is operated, the error state is canceled and the normal screen is displayed (FIG. 17B). That is, the process returns to the original process even after the error state is canceled.

  Further, as described above, in the “door opening error canceling process”, even if the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is on, the error state is not cancelled. In “error processing”, even if the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated when the setting key switch 37 is on, the error state is not canceled. For example, as shown in FIG. 18, when the error message “Door is open” is displayed in the door open error state (FIG. 18A), the reset switch 23 is turned on when the setting key switch 37 is on. Even if is operated, error display is continued without canceling the error state (FIG. 18B). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the error state from ending when the setting key switch 37 is on.

[Operation check of movable means]
Next, the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 will be described. FIG. 19 is a diagram for explaining the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. The movable means 901 to 903 are members that are movable during production. The movable means 901 moves between the initial position 911 and the movable position 921. The initial position 911 is a position that does not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable position 921 is a position that overlaps the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable means 902 moves between the initial position 912 and the movable position 922. The initial position 912 is a position that does not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable position 922 is a position that overlaps the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable means 903 moves between the initial position 913 and the movable position 923. The initial position 913 and the movable position 923 are positions that do not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

  In the present embodiment, the sub control unit 91 operates as a confirmation operation control unit, and confirms the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 under a predetermined condition. Note that the predetermined condition means, for example, when the operation or initial position of the movable means 901 to 903 is to be confirmed, such as when the slot machine 1 is turned on or when an operation error of the movable means 901 to 903 is detected. is there.

  Specifically, the sub-control unit 91 moves the movable units 901 to 903 to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIGS. 19A to 19C). In the illustrated example, the movable units 901 to 903 exist at the initial positions 911 to 913 before the operation check (FIG. 19A), but before the operation check, the movable units 901 to 903 move to the initial positions 911 to 911. Even if it does not exist in 913, the movable means 901 to 903 are moved to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIG. 19C). Thereafter, the sub-control unit 91 moves the movable units 901 to 903 from the movable positions 921 to 923 to the initial positions 911 to 913 (FIGS. 19C to 19E).

  By confirming the operation of the movable means 901 to 903 in this way, the movable means 901 to 903 can be moved to the initial positions 911 to 913 after the operation confirmation. In addition, for example, by detecting the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 in the operation confirmation with, for example, a sensor (not shown), it is possible to confirm whether or not the movable units 901 to 903 operate normally.

  In the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903, since the movable means 901 to 903 actually move, it takes time to complete the operation confirmation. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the effect control board 90 is initially set in parallel with the operation confirmation of the movable units 901 to 903. The initial setting of the effect control board 90 is a process for making settings necessary for the effect control board 90 to operate. For example, the sub control unit 91 operates as an initial setting unit, and the sub CPU 91a reads and executes a program stored in the ROM 91b, thereby performing initial setting of the effect control board 90. By performing the initial setting of the effect control board 90, each process by the effect control board 90 can be executed. For example, displaying an effect image or the like on the liquid crystal display 51, outputting a sound from the speakers 53, 54, receiving an operation of the player side setting switch 70, and performing a process based on the received operation. Can do.

  In the example shown in FIG. 19, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 move from the initial positions 911 to 913 to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIGS. 19A to 19B). Is going. Moreover, by completing the initial setting of the effect control board 90, for example, an effect image can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 (FIGS. 19C to 19E).

  As described above, even if the movable means 901 to 903 are moving during the confirmation operation execution period, after the initial setting period setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is accepted and accepted. The sub-control unit 91 can perform processing based on the operation performed. However, it is troublesome if a process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness of the confirmation operation execution period is reduced. In the present embodiment, the player side setting switch 70 can be turned on and off. Therefore, during the confirmation operation execution period, the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off so that the player-side setting switch 70 is not easily operated by the player, thereby reducing the troublesomeness of the confirmation operation execution period.

  FIG. 20 shows a confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903, a period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited, and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off after the slot machine 1 is powered on. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit.

  In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off are from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t2. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit are periods after time t2.

  As shown in the drawing, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. As described above, by controlling the period during which the input reception of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period. Can do. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned on, it is possible to make it difficult for the player side setting switch 70 to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t1 and the time t2 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t1. It may be. That is, any period may be used as long as the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed. Further, it may be a period for turning off the player side setting switch 70 until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed.

  FIG. 21 shows the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 when the operation of the movable means 901 to 903 is defective and the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 is longer than normal. A period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off, a period during which input acceptance by the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit. FIG.

  The confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 at the normal time is from the power-on of the slot machine 1 to the time t1. However, in the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is longer than normal, and is from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t3.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 becomes long, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited is set as the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903. Longer than. In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 is from time t3 to time t3 after the slot machine 1 is turned on, and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited from accepting input is It is from time after turning on the power to time t4. Further, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted is a period after time t4.

  Thereby, even when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is longer than normal, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it is possible to reduce troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901-903 becomes long, the period which turns off the player side setting switch 70 is longer than the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901-903. To do. In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is from time t3 to time t3 after the slot machine 1 is turned on, and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off is after the slot machine 1 is turned on. To time t4. The period during which the player setting switch 70 is lit is a period after time t4.

  Thereby, even when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 becomes longer than normal, it is possible to make it difficult for the player side setting switch 70 to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it becomes difficult to perform the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  As shown in the figure, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t4 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t3. Thus, according to the length of the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903, by controlling the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the input is permitted, Can be configured not to accept the operation of the player side setting switch 70. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned on according to the length of the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903, The setting switch 70 can be made difficult to operate. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t3 and the time t4 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t4 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2. It may be. That is, any period may be used as long as the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed. Further, it may be a period for turning off the player side setting switch 70 until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed.

  In the above-described example, the movable units 901 to 903 are simultaneously operated during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the movable units 901 to 903 may be individually moved during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903. As a specific example, first, the movable unit 901 is moved from the movable position 921 to the initial position 911 after moving the movable unit 901 to the movable position 921. Subsequently, the movable unit 902 is moved to the movable position 922, and then the movable unit 902 is moved from the movable position 922 to the initial position 912. Subsequently, the movable unit 903 is operated to the movable position 923, and then the movable unit 903 is operated from the movable position 923 to the initial position 913. Note that the order of confirming the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 may be any order. Moreover, the timing of the operation confirmation of the plurality of movable units 901 to 903 may overlap. For example, confirmation of the operation of the movable unit 902 or the movable unit 903 may be started while the operation of the movable unit 901 is being confirmed.

  In addition, when the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 is performed individually, after the completion of the operation confirmation of the predetermined movable means 901 to 903, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the player side setting It may be a period during which the switch 70 is lit. For example, of the movable means 901 to 903, when only the movable means 901 is troublesome to operate simultaneously with the processing associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70, the player after completing the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 It is good also as a period which permits the input reception of the side setting switch 70, and the period which makes the player side setting switch 70 light.

  FIG. 22 shows the confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 when the period for allowing the player side setting switch 70 to accept input and the period for turning on the player side setting switch 70 after the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 is completed. An operation execution period, a period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited, a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off, a period during which input acceptance by the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, and a player side setting switch It is the figure which showed the period when 70 is lighted.

  In the example shown in the figure, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 901 is a period from when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t1. In addition, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 902 is a period from time t1 to time t5. In addition, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 903 is a period from time t5 to time t6.

  In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off are from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t2. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit are periods after time t2.

  As shown in the drawing, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. As described above, by controlling the period during which the input of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901. Can be. As a result, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player-side setting switch 70 is turned on, the player-side setting switch 70 is less likely to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901. it can. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t1 and the time t2 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t1. It may be. In other words, it may be a period in which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 ends. Further, it may be a period in which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 901 ends.

[Store side effect setting processing]
The store side effect setting process executed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. The store side effect setting process is a process executed when the store clerk changes a setting that is a reference of the effect mode during the game. By executing the store-side effect setting process, the store clerk sets a reference volume level for the effect (first sound level step) and a reference light amount reference value for the effect (first light amount step). can do. Furthermore, by executing the store side effect setting process, the store clerk can set a normal mode that is in a non-power-saving state or a power-saving mode that is in a power-saving state.

  The main control unit 41 determines whether or not the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 has been switched (S130). When it is determined that the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 has been switched (Y in S130), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S131). When determining that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S131), the main control unit 41 ends the store side effect setting process.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S131), the main control unit 41 sets the reference volume and volume of light in the effect. Then, the first volume level and the first light intensity level corresponding to the channel setting after switching are set (S132). Note that the first volume level and the first light level set at this time are not immediately reflected in the volume and light level of the effect, and the setting screen is displayed when the player side setting switch 70 is operated by the player thereafter. Reflected when displayed. Thereafter, the main control unit 41 ends the store-side effect setting process.

  In this way, since only the store clerk can open the front door 1b, when the store clerk operates the store-side setting switch 80 that cannot be operated by anyone other than the store clerk, it becomes a reference for the volume and light amount in the production during the game. The size can be set. That is, it is possible to set the reference volume and light quantity on condition that the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, the front door 1b is opened, and the store side setting switch 80 is operated.

  Here, even if the front door 1b is closed, for example, the store side setting switch 80 is operated by passing a thin instrument such as a wire through the gap between the housing 1a and the front door 1b, or the housing 1a and the front door. There is a possibility that the same situation as that when the store side setting switch 80 is operated using a special machine by opening the gap 1b with a tool may be created.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if the store-side setting switch 80 is operated by such an illegal act, the reference setting of the volume and the light amount is prohibited when the front door 1b is closed. In addition, it is possible to prevent the reference setting of the light amount from being illegally performed, and it is possible to prevent the reference setting of the sound volume and the light amount from being performed without the contents intended by the store clerk.

  When it is determined that the channel of the store side setting switch 80 has not been switched (N in S130), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not all the stop switches have been pressed at the same time (S133). When the main control unit 41 determines that all the stop switches have not been pressed at the same time (N in S133), the store-side effect setting process ends.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that all the stop switches are simultaneously long pressed (Y in S133), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S134). When determining that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S134), the main control unit 41 ends the store-side effect setting process.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the door open detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S134), the main control unit 41 shifts to the mode selection state with respect to the sub control unit 91. A mode selection start command that can specify that to be performed is transmitted (S135).

  In the mode selection state, the main control unit 41 determines whether the normal mode or the power saving mode is selected by the store clerk (S136). When the main control unit 41 determines that any mode is selected within a predetermined period (Y in S136), the main control unit 41 sets the selected mode (S137). Thereafter, the main control unit 41 transmits a mode specifying command capable of specifying the selected mode to the sub control unit 91 (S138). Thereby, the sub-control part 91 controls various rendering means according to the selected mode. For example, when the power saving mode is set, control is performed such that the number of LEDs used for production is reduced or the light quantity of the LEDs is reduced as compared with the normal mode.

  On the other hand, when determining that no mode has been selected within a predetermined period (N in S136) or after transmitting the mode specifying command, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not an end operation has been performed (S139). ). This end operation is performed by holding down the start switch 7 for a long time. When it is determined that the end operation has not been performed within the predetermined period (N in S139), the main control unit 41 returns to the process of S136.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the start switch 7 has been pressed for a long time within a predetermined period (Y in S139), the mode selection end capable of specifying the sub control unit 91 to end the mode selection state is completed. A command is transmitted (S140), and the shop side effect setting process is terminated.

  In this way, the power-saving mode can be set by pressing and holding all the stop switches simultaneously at the same time. That is, the power saving mode can be set on condition that the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, the front door 1b is opened, and all the stop switches are simultaneously pressed for a long time.

  Here, since the stop switch is arranged outside the front door 1b, for example, even a player other than a store clerk can operate the stop switch. For this reason, during the game, the player may unexpectedly press and hold all the stop switches at the same time, and the power saving mode may be set.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if all the stop switches are pressed and held simultaneously, the setting of the power saving mode is prohibited when the front door 1b is closed. It is possible to prevent the setting from being performed.

[Volume and light intensity setting screen]
The volume and light quantity setting screen will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 24, in the present embodiment, when the player operates the player side setting switch 70, a setting screen for adjusting the volume and the amount of light is displayed on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51. The

  In the setting screen, the numbers “2” to “14” corresponding to the volume level (second volume level) that can be set by the player (the higher the number, the higher the volume) are displayed in the volume setting area 52a. The This is also called volume display. Furthermore, among the numbers “2” to “14”, the number corresponding to the currently set volume is highlighted (flashing display, display for changing the color of the selected item, etc.). The player can change the second volume level by moving the highlight by performing a predetermined change operation. For example, the player can move the highlight to the right by operating the stop switch 8R to increase the second volume level, while moving the highlight to the left by operating the stop switch 8L. The second volume level can be lowered.

  On the setting screen, in the light amount setting area 52b, the numbers “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” corresponding to the light amount steps that can be set by the player (second light amount step) Is displayed). This is also called light quantity display. Furthermore, among the numbers “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”, the number corresponding to the currently set light amount is highlighted (flashing display, display for changing the color of the selected item, etc.). The The player can change the second light quantity step by moving the highlight by performing a predetermined change operation. For example, the player can move the highlighting to the right by operating the stop switch 8R to increase the second light quantity step, while moving the highlighting to the left by operating the stop switch 8L. The second light intensity step can be lowered.

  Note that switching between the second volume level and the second volume level can be performed by operating the stop switch 8C.

  Further, on the setting screen, a battle effect screen of the teammate character and the enemy character, which is a part of the effect screen that is actually used during the game, is displayed in the character effect area 52c. In the present embodiment, the player can set the volume and the amount of light using this battle effect as a sample. Specifically, if the player increases the second volume level, the volume of the ally character's voice (in the example of FIG. 24, the voice of “Did you come!”) Increases, and the player can decrease the second volume level. As a result, the sound volume of the ally character is reduced. Also, if the player increases the second light intensity step, the light amount on the battle effect screen increases and becomes brighter, and if the player decreases the second light amount step, the light amount on the battle effect screen decreases and darkens.

  In this way, since the actual volume during play and the amount of light can be set by taking the actual play during the game as an example, the player can easily make the settings.

[Relationship between store setting switch status, volume and light intensity]
With reference to FIG. 25, the relationship between the state (that is, the set channel) of the store side setting switch 80, the volume, and the amount of light will be described.

  The channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is divided into 16 stages “0” to “F”. In other words, the volume and light intensity levels set by the store clerk (corresponding to the first volume level and the first light intensity level) are divided into 16 levels. Further, the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is associated with a number that is first highlighted (also referred to as initial display) when the setting screen is displayed.

  For example, when the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is switched to “0”, the initial volume display is “2” and the initial light intensity display is “30%”. When the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is switched to “9”, the initial display of the volume is “14” and the initial display of the light amount is “100%”. The player can recognize the current volume and light amount by checking the initial display screen (highlighted numbers).

  When the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the setting of the second volume level and the second light quantity level is prohibited, and the setting screen is not displayed. For this reason, when the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the initial display is not associated.

  The channel of the store side setting switch 80 is associated with an actual volume range. Note that the number in parentheses in the actual volume range column in FIG. 25 is a volume display corresponding to the second volume level set by the player. That is, it corresponds to the number in the volume setting area 52a in FIG. Note that the volume increases as the value of the actual volume range increases.

  For example, when the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “0” to “4”, the actual volume is set within the range of “2” to “14”, and the volume at that time is further set. The display is “2” to “14”. When the channel of the shop setting switch 80 is set within the range of “5” to “9”, the actual volume is set within the range of “10” to “22”, and the volume display at that time is “2” to “14”. Therefore, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “0” to “4”, the second volume level is set to “2”, “3”, “4”,・ ・ When “14” is increased, the actual volume is also increased to “2”, “3”, “4”. Further, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “5” to “9”, the second volume level is set to “2”, “3”, “4”, As the sound level increases to “14”, the actual sound volume increases to “10”, “11”, “12”.

  When the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the actual volume becomes a fixed value. For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set to “A”, the actual volume is fixed to “2”, and when set to “B”, the actual volume is fixed to “4”. When “C” is set, the actual volume is fixed to “7”, when “D” is set, the actual volume is fixed to “10”, and when “E” is set, the actual volume is Is fixed at “15”, and when “F” is set, the actual volume is fixed at “22”.

  The channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is associated with an actual light amount range. The actual light amount range matches the light amount display range corresponding to the second light amount step set by the player. That is, it corresponds to the number in the light amount setting area 52b in FIG. The larger the actual light quantity range value, the larger the light quantity.

  For example, when the channel of the store setting switch 80 is set within the range of “0” to “3”, the actual light quantity is set to any one of “30%”, “65%”, and “100%”. The light quantity display at that time is “30%”, “65%”, and “100%”. When the channel of the shop side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “4” to “9”, the actual light amount is set to any one of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” The light quantity display at that time is “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”. Therefore, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “0” to “3”, the second light quantity stage is set to “30%”, “65%”, and “ When set to any one of “100%”, the actual light quantity is also set to any one of “30%”, “65%”, and “100%” accordingly. Further, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “4” to “9”, the second light quantity level is set to “50%”, “75%”, and When set to any one of “100%”, the actual light quantity is also set to any one of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” accordingly.

  When the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the actual light quantity becomes a fixed value. For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 80 is set to “A” or “B”, the actual volume is fixed to “30%”, and when set to “C” or “D”, the actual volume is The volume is fixed at “75%”, and when set to “E” or “F”, the actual volume is fixed at “100%”.

[Turn on / off the player setting switch]
With reference to FIG. 26, the lighting and extinguishing control of the player side setting switch 70 executed by the sub control unit 91 will be described. As described above, it is troublesome if the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 is turned off so that the player side setting switch 70 is not easily operated by the player. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, during the game, the setting screen is not displayed, and the volume and light quantity are not set. That is, during the game, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited. Therefore, in order to notify that the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is invalid, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player side setting switch 70 during the game.

  The sub control unit 91 determines whether or not the game is in progress based on a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. For example, in the present embodiment, when the start switch 7 is operated and the game is started, an “internal winning command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91. In addition, a “game end command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 at the end of the game. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from the reception of the “internal winning command” to the reception of the “game end command” is being played. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from the reception of the “game end command” to the reception of the “internal winning command” is not during the game.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not a game is in progress (S201). When it is determined that the game is not in progress (N in S201), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the movable means confirmation operation is being performed (S202). When it is determined that the movable means confirmation operation is not being performed (N in S202), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player side setting switch 70 is turned off (S203). If it is determined that the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off (Y in S203), the sub-control unit 91 turns on the player-side setting switch 70 (S204), and ends the player-side setting switch lighting process. . When it is determined in S203 that the player side setting switch 70 is not turned off (N in S203), the player side setting switch lighting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S201 that the game is in progress (Y in S201), or if it is determined in S202 that the movable means confirmation operation is being performed (Y in S202), the sub-control unit 91 is the player. It is determined whether or not the side setting switch 70 is lit (S205). If it is determined that the player-side setting switch 70 is lit (Y in S205), the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player-side setting switch 70 (S206) and ends the player-side setting switch lighting process. . When it is determined in S205 that the player side setting switch 70 is not lit (N in S205), the player side setting switch lighting process is terminated.

  By the player side setting switch lighting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can turn off the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. This makes it difficult for the player to operate the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it becomes difficult to perform the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, by the player side setting switch lighting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can turn off the player side setting switch 70 during the game. Thereby, it is possible to notify the player that the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is invalid during the game. Therefore, invalid operations by the player during the game can be prevented.

  In the player-side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, but until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, The setting switch 70 may be turned off. For example, in the example illustrated in FIG. 19, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed within the confirmation operation execution period, but the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may not be completed within the confirmation operation execution period. If the player side setting switch 70 is turned on when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, the player side setting switch 70 is turned on even though the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed. It becomes easy to be operated. For example, if the player side setting switch 70 is operated when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, the setting screen is displayed in a state where the effect display displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed. Sometimes done. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 can make it difficult for the player to operate by turning off the player-side setting switch 70 until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. It is possible to reduce the display of the setting screen in a state where the effect display to be displayed is not normally performed.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 may turn off the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. For example, depending on the operation status of the movable units 901 to 903, when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period, or when the confirmation operation execution period is earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90 There are both cases where the complete first. As a specific example, when the movable means 901 to 903 operate smoothly, the confirmation operation execution period is completed earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90, but it is caught during the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. If there is, the confirmation operation execution period becomes longer, and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may be completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period.

  Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed, so that the confirmation operation execution period and the initial stage of the effect control board 90 are obtained. It is possible to make it difficult for the player to operate the player side setting switch 70 when the setting is being made. Thereby, for example, it becomes difficult to perform processing associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. In addition, for example, it is possible to reduce the display of the setting screen in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

[Player side production setting process]
With reference to FIG. 27, the player side effect setting process executed by the sub-control unit 91 will be described. The player side effect setting process is a process executed when the player changes the setting of the effect mode during the game. By executing the player side effect setting process, the player can set the volume level in the effect (second volume level) and the light level in the effect (second light level level). .

  As described above, it is troublesome if the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the operation is invalidated. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, during the game, the setting screen is not displayed, and the volume and light quantity are not set. That is, during the game, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the operation is invalidated.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player side setting switch 70 has been operated (S150). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the player side setting switch 70 has not been operated (N in S150), the player side effect setting process ends.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the player setting switch 70 has been operated (Y in S150), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not a game is in progress (S1501). If it is determined that the game is in progress (Y in S1501), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the game is not in progress (N in S1501), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not it is during the movable unit confirmation operation execution period (S1502). If it is determined that the movable means confirmation operation is being executed (Y in S1502), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not during the movable unit confirmation operation execution period (N in S1502), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S151). When the sub control unit 91 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S151), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S151), the channel setting of the store side setting switch 80 is “A”. It is determined whether it is within the range of “F” (S152). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 is within the range of “A” to “F” (Y in S152), the second volume level and the second light quantity level by the player are determined. In order to limit (prohibit) the setting, the player side effect setting process is terminated. In this case, the sound volume and the light amount are set based on the channel setting of the player side setting switch 70 (that is, the first sound volume step and the first light amount step).

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store side setting switch 80 is not within the range of “A” to “F” (N in S152), the setting screen shown in FIG. 51, and an initial display is performed according to the channel setting of the store side setting switch 80 (S153).

  For example, FIG. 24 shows an example of the setting screen when the channel setting of the shop side setting switch 80 is within the range of “4” to “9”. In this case, the volume setting area 52a displays the volume from “2” to “14”, and the light quantity setting area 52b displays the light quantities of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”. Is done. Further, in the volume setting area 52a, initial display in which “10” is highlighted is performed, and in the light amount setting area 52b, initial display in which “75%” is highlighted is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the setting screen is displayed by operating the player side setting switch 70 when the front door 1b is closed, but then continues even after the front door 1b is opened. The setting screen is displayed. For this reason, after the front door 1b is closed again, the setting screen before opening is continuously displayed. That is, once the setting screen is displayed, the setting screen continues to be displayed even when the front door 1b is opened.

  After displaying the setting screen, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether the volume or the light amount has been changed based on the changing operation using the player's stop switch (S154). If the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume or the amount of light has not been changed within a predetermined period (N in S154), the process proceeds to S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume or the amount of light has been changed (Y in S154), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the channel setting of the store setting switch 80 is within the range of “A” to “F”. (S155). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 is within the range of “A” to “F” (Y in S155), the second volume level and the second light quantity level are determined by the player. In order to limit (prohibit) the setting, the process proceeds to S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 is not within the range of “A” to “F” (N in S155), it determines whether or not the changed target is a volume. Determination is made (S156). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the changed target is not the volume but the light amount (N in S156), the sub-control unit 91 determines the light amount in the effect based on the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 and the player. Is set to a light amount corresponding to the selected light amount setting (S158). In the light quantity setting area 52b of FIG. 24, the highlighting moves based on the selected light quantity, and in the character effect area 52c, the light quantity of the battle effect screen changes based on the selected light quantity. Thereafter, the sub control unit 91 proceeds to the process of S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the changed target is the volume (Y in S156), the sub-control unit 91 executes a volume change operation process (S157), and then proceeds to the process of S159.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not an end operation has been performed in the process of S159 (S159). This end operation is performed by long-pressing the player side setting switch 70.

  When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the end operation has not been performed within the predetermined period (N in S159), the process returns to S154. On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the end operation has been performed (Y in S159), the display of the setting screen is ended (S160), and the player side effect setting process is ended. When the player-side effect setting process ends, the sound volume set based on the first sound volume stage and the second sound volume stage and the light intensity set based on the first light intensity stage and the second light intensity stage are reflected in the effect. The

  By the player side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can prohibit the input reception of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. Thereby, in the confirmation operation execution period, the process accompanying operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, the player-side effect setting process described above allows the sub-control unit 91 to prohibit input acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 during the game. Thereby, during a game, the process accompanying operation of the player side setting switch 70 is no longer performed, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the player-side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, but until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. You may make it prohibit the input reception of the player side setting switch 70. FIG. For example, in the example illustrated in FIG. 19, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed within the confirmation operation execution period, but the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may not be completed within the confirmation operation execution period. If the player side setting switch 70 is allowed to accept input when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, for example, the setting screen is displayed in a state where the effect display displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed. May be performed. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input reception of the player side setting switch 70 until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, and the player side setting switch 70 is turned on until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. The setting screen may not be displayed even when the player's operation is accepted. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the setting screen from being displayed in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

  Further, the sub control unit 91 may prohibit input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. For example, depending on the operation status of the movable units 901 to 903, when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period, or when the confirmation operation execution period is earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90 There are both cases where the complete first. As a specific example, when the movable means 901 to 903 operate smoothly, the confirmation operation execution period is completed earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90, but it is caught during the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. If there is, the confirmation operation execution period becomes longer, and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may be completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period.

  Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. The setting screen may not be displayed even if the player side setting switch 70 accepts the player's operation until both of the initial settings are completed. Thereby, for example, in the confirmation operation execution period, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, for example, it is possible to prevent the setting screen from being displayed in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

[Volume change operation processing]
With reference to FIG. 28, the sound volume changing operation process executed by the sub-control unit 91 in S157 of FIG. 27 will be described.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting (S170). In the present embodiment, when the volume is changed by the player's change operation, the highlighting moves in the volume setting area 52a of FIG. 24 based on the selected volume. Further, a confirmation sound is output using a battle effect performed in the volume setting area 52a. For example, as shown in the example of FIG. 24, the voice “Did you come!” Is output as a confirmation sound. By outputting the confirmation sound, the player can confirm the volume after the change. The confirmation sound output timer counts according to the output time of the confirmation sound, and when the count value reaches a predetermined value, the timer is up and stops counting.

  When it is determined that the confirmation sound output timer is not counting (N in S170), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player has performed a change operation to the maximum volume that can be changed in the second volume level ( S171). When it is determined that the operation has been changed to the maximum volume (Y in S171), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the volume has already been changed to the maximum volume (S172).

  When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has not yet been changed to the maximum volume (N in S172), the player selects the reference volume level based on the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 and the player. The volume is set according to the set volume (S177). Thereafter, the sub-control unit 91 outputs the confirmation sound of the volume set in the process of S177 from the speakers 53 and 54 (S178), and proceeds to the process of S179.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has already been changed to the maximum volume (Y in S172), the reference setting based on the channel setting of the store setting switch 80 and the currently selected maximum volume setting The confirmation sound of the volume corresponding to the sound, that is, the confirmation sound of the maximum sound volume corresponding to the channel setting of the shop side setting switch 80 is output from the speakers 53 and 54 (S178), and the process proceeds to S179.

  If the sub-control unit 91 determines in the process of S171 that the change operation has not been performed to the maximum volume (N in S171), whether or not the player has performed the change operation to the minimum volume that can be changed in the second volume level. Is determined (S171). When it is determined that the operation has been changed to the minimum volume (Y in S174), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume (S175).

  When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume (Y in S175), the sub-control unit 91 responds to the reference setting based on the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80 and the currently selected minimum volume setting. The confirmation sound of the sound volume, that is, the confirmation sound of the minimum sound volume corresponding to the channel setting of the store side setting switch 80 is output from the speakers 53 and 54 (S176), and the process proceeds to S179.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the operation has not been changed to the minimum volume (N in S174), or determines that the volume has not yet been changed to the minimum volume (N in S175), the process of S177 is performed. Migrate to

  In the process of S179, the sub-control unit 91 starts counting the confirmation sound output timer (S179), and ends the volume change operation process.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines in the processing of S170 that the confirmation sound output timer is counting (Y in S170), the sub control unit 91 decrements the count of the confirmation sound output timer by 1 (S180). Thereafter, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the timer is up when the count value of the confirmation sound output timer reaches a predetermined value (S181). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the timer is not up (N in S181), the volume changing operation process is terminated. On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 determines that the timer has expired (Y in S181), the sub control unit 91 ends the output of the confirmation sound (S182), and ends the volume change operation process.

  As described above, when the player operates the player side setting switch 70, it is possible to set the volume and the amount of light in the effect during the game. That is, the setting screen is displayed and the volume and light quantity can be set on condition that the slot machine 1 is powered on, the front door 1b is closed, and the player setting switch 70 is operated. It is.

  Here, when the front door 1b is opened, the outside of the front door 1b may approach an adjacent slot machine. In such a case, a person other than the player, for example, a player sitting next to the player may touch the player-side setting switch 70 to operate it. In addition, when the operation of resolving the clogged medals while opening the front door 1b or the operation of changing the setting value of the payout rate, the store clerk touches and operates the player side setting switch 70 without noticing. There is also a fear.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if the player side setting switch 70 is operated by a person other than the player who plays in the slot machine 1, setting of the volume and the light amount is prohibited when the front door 1b is opened. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the volume and light amount from being set with contents not intended by the player.

  Furthermore, even if the front door 1b is once opened while the setting screen is displayed when the front door 1b is closed, the setting screen is continuously displayed. For this reason, even if the front door 1b is once opened by the work of solving the clogged medals during setting, the volume and light quantity are continuously set when the front door 1b is closed again thereafter. be able to. Therefore, the convenience of the player is improved and no dissatisfaction is felt.

  In the present embodiment, the initial display of the volume and light quantity, that is, the volume and light quantity that are initially highlighted when the setting screen is displayed, is the channel setting state (first volume level, Depending on the first light intensity step). For example, as shown in FIG. 25, if the channel setting of the shop side setting switch 80 is changed from “1” to “3”, the initial display of the volume is also changed from “3” to “6”, and the initial display of the light amount is performed. Is also changed from “30%” to “60%”. If the initial display of the sound volume and the light amount is constant regardless of the channel setting state of the store side setting switch 80, the player mistakes the actual sound volume and light amount. For example, regardless of whether the channel setting of the store side setting switch 80 is “1” or “3”, if the initial display of the volume is always “2”, the player misidentifies the actual volume.

  However, since the initial display of the sound volume and the light amount changes according to the channel setting state (first sound volume step, first light amount step) of the shop side setting switch 80, the player can set the channel setting of the shop side setting switch 80. It is easy to grasp the state of the sound, and the actual volume will not be mistaken. Thereby, the player can suitably set the volume and the amount of light.

  Furthermore, since the initial display of the volume and the light quantity is different between when the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage are the highest stage and when the first stage is the lowest stage, the actual volume and light quantity are less likely to be mistaken. The volume and light amount can be set suitably.

  When the initial display of the volume and the light amount is the first sound volume step or the first light amount step other than the highest step, the second sound volume step (“2” to “13”) other than the highest step or the second light amount step (“30”). % ”,“ 65% ”,“ 50% ”,“ 75% ”) and the second volume level (“ 14 ”) that is the highest level when the first volume level and the first light intensity level are the highest levels. Or the second light quantity step (“100%”). For this reason, the actual sound volume and light amount are not easily misidentified, and the player can adjust the sound volume and light amount suitably. Furthermore, the volume and light quantity do not become larger than the settings at the game store side. For this reason, the game store side can prevent unintentional loud sound output or lighting with bright light by setting the first volume level and the first light quantity level to the maximum.

  When the channel setting of the store setting switch 80 is changed, the first volume level and the first light level are set (changed) for the first time when the setting screen is displayed, and the actual volume and light level are reflected. That is, even if the store clerk changes the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 80, it is not reflected in the volume or light amount at that time, and then the player operates the player-side setting switch 70 to display the setting screen. Only when the display of the setting screen is finished is the sound volume and light quantity reflected. For example, normally, since the player cannot set the first volume level or the first light level, even if the first volume level or the first light level is changed, the player can change the volume and light level before the change. Although it may be desired, even in such a case, the player can recognize the change in the volume and the amount of light by displaying the setting screen. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the volume and light amount from being changed at a timing not intended by the player.

  At the time of setting the second volume stage, a confirmation sound using the sound of the battle effect is output, so that the volume setting can be confirmed while listening to the actual effect sound, and the player can easily set the volume. be able to. Furthermore, since the light amount of the battle effect screen changes at the time of setting the second light amount step, the light amount setting can be confirmed while looking at the actual effect screen, and the player can easily set the light amount. it can.

  Since “A” to “F” for restricting the volume and light amount adjustment by the player are prepared as channels of the store side setting switch 80, the player side volume setting and light amount setting can be restricted, and the game store Setting with unintended volume and light quantity can be prevented.

  In the volume change operation process, it is possible to invalidate the volume change operation while the confirmation sound is being output by first determining whether the confirmation sound output timer is counting. For this reason, even if the player performs a change operation continuously in a short period of time, it is possible to prevent the volume adjustment unintended by the player from being performed.

  Furthermore, when the player tries to lower the volume even though the current volume is the minimum, a confirmation sound with the minimum volume is output. In addition, when the player tries to increase the volume even though the current volume is the maximum, a confirmation sound with the maximum volume is output. For this reason, it is possible to make the player recognize that the operation is outside the range where the volume can be set, and to call attention.

[About store settings]
In the present embodiment, the store clerk was able to set a payout rate, a production volume setting, a production light quantity setting, and a power saving mode as settings relating to the game. However, the store clerk sets the main side (the configuration included in the game control board 40 such as the main control unit 41 and the configuration connected to the game control board 40) and the sub side (the effect control board 90 such as the sub control unit 91). Are not limited to the settings included in the above and the configuration connected to the presentation control board 90), and other settings may be possible.

  For example, the store clerk may be able to set the pressure (press) and hardness when operating various operating means such as the start switch 7 and stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R as the main setting, It may be possible to set the lighting and extinguishing control of various lighting means such as the charging request LED 17 and the start valid LED and the lighting condition thereof.

  For example, the store clerk may be able to set the pressure and hardness when operating various operation means such as the production switch 56 as the setting on the sub side. As long as the slot machine has an RTC (real time clock) for measuring time, the store clerk may be able to set the time in the RTC as the setting on the sub-side. If the slot machine can be controlled to a plurality of types of effect modes (for example, the effect mode in which character A is the leading role and the effect mode in which character B is the leading role), the store clerk can set the effect mode as the setting on the sub-side. It may be. The store clerk may be able to set the error notification mode and execution frequency that are executed when the medal is jammed or illegal, or when the stop switch is not operated in the recommended procedure, as the setting on the sub side. Further, the store clerk may be able to set the deletion or display of the game history (for example, the number of games, the number of bonus winnings, the number of payouts, etc.) as the setting on the sub side.

  Furthermore, a unit for switching between the main-side setting and the sub-side setting as described above may be provided. For example, FIG. 29 is a diagram showing a store-side setting screen in a modified example. With reference to FIG. 29, switching between the main-side setting and the sub-side setting will be described.

  When the slot machine 1 is powered on, the front door 1b is opened, and the store clerk performs a call operation to display the setting screen on the store side, the setting screen shown in FIG. The hall menu screen is displayed. On the hall menu screen, one of a mode for setting on the main side and a mode for setting on the sub side can be selected.

  When the main-side setting mode is selected, as shown in FIG. 29 (b), there is a screen that is an example of setting on the main-side that can select either a payout rate setting or a switch pressing setting. Is displayed. When the payout rate setting is selected, as shown in FIG. 29C, a screen on which any one of the set values 1 to 6 can be selected is displayed.

  On the other hand, when the sub-side setting mode is selected, as shown in FIG. 29D, any one of the setting of the volume, the setting of the light amount, and the setting of the power saving mode, which is an example of the setting of the sub-side, is performed. A selectable screen is displayed. When the volume setting is selected, as shown in FIG. 29 (e), a screen on which one of 0 to F can be selected is displayed.

  In this way, the store clerk can selectively switch between the main-side setting and the sub-side setting, so that it is possible to easily make settings related to the game. In addition, a setting screen (for example, a hall menu screen) for switching between the main-side setting and the sub-side setting is displayed on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51 based on one operation (for example, a call operation). This makes it possible to make settings related to the game more easily and easily.

[About player settings]
In the present embodiment, the player can set the production volume and the production light quantity as settings relating to the game. However, the player sets the main side (configuration included in the game control board 40 such as the main control unit 41 and the configuration connected to the game control board 40) and the sub side (effect control board such as the sub control unit 91). The configuration included in 90 and the configuration connected to the production control board 90, etc.) may be other settings.

  For example, the player may be able to set the pressure (press) and hardness when operating various operating means such as the start switch 7 and the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R as the main setting. Further, it may be possible to set the lighting and extinguishing control of various lighting means such as the input request LED 17 and the start valid LED and the lighting condition thereof.

  For example, the player may be able to set the pressure and hardness when operating various operation means such as the effect switch 56 as the sub-side setting. The player may be able to set the effect mode as the setting on the sub side, or may be able to set characters, music, etc. appearing in the set effect mode. The player may be able to set the power saving mode as the setting on the sub side. The player may be able to set the deletion or display of game history (for example, the number of games, the number of bonus winnings, the number of payouts, etc.) as the setting on the sub side. Even if the player can display the password for managing the game history and input the password by communicating with the external server via the Internet with a portable terminal or the like as a setting on the sub side Good.

[Settings on the player side]
In the present embodiment, in order for the player to set the volume and the amount of light, it is necessary to operate the player side setting switch 70 provided outside the front door 1b.

  However, the operation means that the player can operate at the time of setting is not limited to the outside of the front door 1b, but may be provided outside the housing 1a that is difficult to operate, such as the side surface or the upper surface of the housing 1a. . In this way, even when the front door 1b is opened, there is no possibility that a player or a store clerk sitting next touches the operation means to operate.

  The operation means that can be operated by the player may be provided inside the housing 1a or inside the front door 1b. In this case, it is only necessary for the player to be able to operate by exposing the operating means to the outside, for example, a hole is formed in the front door 1b.

  Furthermore, the operation means that can be operated by the player may be one using an operation means operated by the player during a game or the like. For example, the volume and light quantity may be set by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R in a special order.

  The operation means that can be operated by the player includes an operation rod that is held by the player, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation rod (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator is hooked when the player holds the operation rod). It may be a provided stick controller. The player can select an item by moving the icon displayed on the screen by defeating the operation stick, and can determine the selected item by pressing the trigger button. Also good. Alternatively, the operation means that can be operated by the player may be a jog dial or a cross key.

[Means to prohibit player settings]
In the present embodiment, even if the operating means is operated, settings relating to the game are prohibited when the front door 1b is open. For example, even if the player side setting switch 70 is operated, the setting of the volume and the amount of light is prohibited when the front door 1b is opened.

  However, the present invention is not limited to such a method, and settings relating to games may be prohibited by other methods. For example, when the front door 1b is open, the operation means itself may not be operated. For example, when the front door 1b is open, even if the operation means can be operated, an input signal by the operation may not be effectively received by the main control unit 41 or the sub control unit 91. For example, when the front door 1b is open, even if an input signal based on the operation of the operation means is effectively received by the main control unit 41 or the sub control unit 91, the process based on the input signal is not executed. There may be.

  Furthermore, if the setting screen is displayed on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51 as shown in FIG. 29 and settings relating to the game are possible, the setting screen is displayed when the front door 1b is opened. It may not be. Alternatively, when the front door 1b is open, even if the setting screen is displayed, it may not be possible to make settings related to the game.

[Volume and light intensity settings]
In the present embodiment, the store clerk operates the store-side setting switch 80 to set the reference settings for the volume and the amount of light (setting of the first volume level and the first light level). In addition, the player can set the volume and the amount of light (setting the second volume level and the second light level) by operating the player side setting switch 70. In addition, regarding the volume setting, if the player tries to set a volume that exceeds the volume limit even though the volume is currently at the maximum or minimum, the limit volume (maximum volume, The confirmation sound of (minimum volume) was output. However, the setting of the volume and the amount of light is not limited to the example of the present embodiment, but may be other examples.

  For example, any one of the setting of the first volume level by the store clerk and the setting of the second volume level by the player may not be possible. Any one of the setting of the first light intensity level by the store clerk and the setting of the second light intensity level by the player may not be possible.

  Not only the confirmation sound is output when the volume is set, but lighting means such as the effect effect LED 52 may be confirmed and lit. The confirmation sound and the confirmation lighting may be performed simultaneously. The confirmation lighting may be performed instead of the confirmation sound only when the player attempts to set the sound volume beyond the limit value even though the current volume is the maximum or minimum. The confirmation lighting may be performed in addition to the confirmation sound only when the player tries to set the sound volume beyond the limit value even though the current volume is the maximum or minimum. The tone color of the confirmation sound may change only when the player tries to set the sound volume beyond the limit value even though the current volume is the maximum or minimum. The confirmation light may be changed to blinking only when the player tries to set the sound volume beyond the limit value even though the current volume is the maximum or minimum. The confirmation sound may not be output when the player attempts to set the sound volume beyond the limit value even though the current volume is the maximum or minimum.

  When the operation interval from one operation to another operation is shorter than the time for outputting the confirmation sound corresponding to the one operation, the volume is changed to the other operation and the other operation is performed. The confirmation sound having a volume corresponding to the volume set by the setting may not be output. Furthermore, when the confirmation sound is not output a plurality of times, a confirmation sound corresponding to the volume set by the latest operation may be output after outputting the confirmation sound corresponding to one operation.

  Not only the sound volume setting but also the light intensity setting, the player exceeds the light intensity limit value even though the current light intensity is the maximum or minimum, as in this embodiment or modification. Special control (for example, control that maximizes or minimizes the amount of light for confirmation lighting) may be performed.

  The display showing the second volume level and the second light quantity level is not limited to the example shown in FIG. For example, as shown in FIG. 30, the second volume level may be displayed as a bar with a number of squares corresponding to the second volume level. In this case, when an operation means such as a volume adjustment button is operated at the beginning of the demonstration, a bar is first displayed as an initial display, and the subsequent operation of the volume adjustment button (in FIG. 30, the volume, that is, the second volume level is changed). The number of squares may be increased or decreased (decrease by 1 in FIG. 30) according to the lowering operation.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 31, when the second volume level is displayed as a bar with the number of squares corresponding to the second volume level and an operation means such as a volume control button is operated at the beginning of the demonstration, A bar with the number of squares increased or decreased according to the above operation (in FIG. 31, an operation for decreasing the volume, that is, the second volume level) may be displayed first. In this case, a virtual bar before the increase / decrease may be set as the initial display. As described above, the initial display may indicate a volume level corresponding to the first volume level after the first operation and before the second operation, and is not actually displayed. It may be.

  For example, the second volume level is not limited to one level that changes every time the first volume level changes by one level, but may change one level when the first volume level changes a plurality of levels. Good. That is, the first volume level and the second volume level do not have to change one to one.

  In the present embodiment, since “A” to “F” for limiting the volume and light amount adjustment by the player are prepared, the volume setting and light amount setting on the player side can be limited. It may be one that restricts only the volume setting or restricts only the light amount setting on the player side.

  Although the volume and the amount of light to be highlighted are changed by the change operation by the stop switch and the setting content is reflected in the effect when the end operation is performed, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the setting content may be reflected in the effect every time the volume or the amount of light to be highlighted is changed by the change operation. The first volume stage and the first light quantity stage are not limited to those that are reflected when the setting screen is displayed, but are not reflected when the setting screen is displayed. When the player performs a change operation, One volume level and a first light intensity level may be set. Alternatively, the first volume level and the first light intensity level are set before the setting screen is displayed (for example, when the channel of the store-side setting switch 80 is set), and the first volume level and the first light level level are changed during the change operation by the player. A change in volume or a change in light amount based on one light amount step may be set.

  In the volume changing operation process of FIG. 28, the volume changing operation is invalidated while the confirmation sound is being output by determining whether or not the confirmation sound outputting timer is counting. Not exclusively. For example, when a volume change operation performed while a confirmation sound is being output is enabled and a new volume is set, the confirmation sound is output after the previous confirmation sound is finished. It may be. As a result, when the player performs a change operation continuously for a short period of time, the confirmation sound is continuously output, and there is no possibility that the player will misunderstand the confirmation sound. It is easy to grasp which volume it is. Further, when the volume is newly set while the previous confirmation sound is being output, the confirmation sound based on this new setting may not be output.

[ON / OFF of MAXBET switch]
With reference to FIG. 32, the control of turning on and off the MAXBET switch 6 performed by the sub control unit 91 will be described. It is not desirable that the MAXBET switch 6 is operated during the release period of the front door 1b. For example, if the MAXBET switch 6 is operated during the release period of the front door 1b, the MAXBET state is entered even though the front door 1b is open. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the open period of the front door 1b, the MAXBET switch 6 is turned off so that the MAXBET switch 6 is not easily operated by the player. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 during the opening period of the front door 1b, and it is possible to reduce the MAXBET state during the opening period of the front door 1b.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the operation period of the MAXBET switch 6 is valid based on the command transmitted from the main control unit 41. For example, in the present embodiment, the operation valid period of the MAXBET switch 6 is a period from the end of the game until the maximum bet number is set. In the present embodiment, a “game end command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 at the end of the game. Further, when the bet number is set by operating the single BET switch 5 or the MAXBET switch 6 or inserting medals, a “BET command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub-control unit 91. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can determine whether or not the maximum bet number has been set based on the “BET command”.

  Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from when the “game end command” is received until it is determined that the maximum bet number has been set is during the operation effective period of the MAXBET switch 6. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from when it is determined that the maximum bet number has been set to when the “game end command” is received is not during the operation valid period of the MAXBET switch 6.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not it is a valid operation period of the MAXBET switch 6 (S211). If it is determined that the operation is valid for the MAXBET switch 6 (Y in S211), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not it is in a door opening error state (S212). When it is determined that the door opening error state is not being established (N in S212), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the MAXBET switch 6 is turned off (S213). When it is determined that the MAXBET switch 6 is turned off (Y in S213), the sub-control unit 91 turns on the MAXBET switch 6 (S214), and ends the MAXBET reception notification process. If it is determined in S213 that the MAXBET switch 6 is not turned off (N in S213), the MAXBET reception notification process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S211 that the operation period of the MAXBET switch 6 is not in effect (N in S211) or if it is determined in S212 that a door open error state is present (Y in S212), the sub-control unit 91 Determines whether the MAXBET switch 6 is lit (S215). If it is determined that the MAXBET switch 6 is lit (Y in S215), the sub-control unit 91 turns off the MAXBET switch 6 (S216), and ends the MAXBET acceptance notification process. If it is determined in S215 that the MAXBET switch 6 is not lit (N in S215), the MAXBET reception notification process is terminated.

  33 and 34 show the opening period of the front door 1b (door opening error state period), the effective period of the MAXBET switch 6, the effective period notification period that is the lighting period of the MAXBET switch 6, and the operation timing of the MAXBET switch 6. FIG. FIG. 33 shows the timing when the front door 1b is not opened, and FIG. 34 shows the timing when the front door 1b is opened while the MAXBET switch 6 is valid.

  In the example shown in FIG. 33, the effective period notification is started simultaneously with the effective period start timing (t1) of the MAXBET switch 6. That is, the MAXBET switch 6 is turned on simultaneously with the start of the effective period of the MAXBET switch 6. In addition, the maximum bet number is set at the operation timing (t2) of the MAXBET switch 6, and the valid period of the MAXBET switch 6 ends. In addition, at the same time (t2) when the effective period of the MAXBET switch 6 ends, the effective period notification ends. That is, the MAXBET switch 6 is turned off simultaneously with the timing (t2) when the valid period of the MAXBET switch 6 ends.

  In the example shown in FIG. 34, the effective period notification is started simultaneously with the effective period start timing (t4) of the MAXBET switch 6. That is, the MAXBET switch 6 is turned on simultaneously with the start of the effective period of the MAXBET switch 6. Further, the effective period notification is finished simultaneously with the start timing (t5) of the opening period of the front door 1b. That is, the MAXBET switch 6 is turned off simultaneously with the start timing (t5) of the opening period of the front door 1b. Even if the opening period of the front door 1b starts, the effective period of the MAXBET switch 6 is not affected. In addition, the maximum bet number is set at the operation timing (t6) of the MAXBET switch 6, and the valid period of the MAXBET switch 6 ends.

  Thus, the sub control unit 91 can turn off the MAXBET switch 6 during the door opening error state. Thereby, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to operate the MAXBET switch 6 during the opening period of the front door 1b. Therefore, it becomes difficult to perform processing associated with the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 during the opening period of the front door 1b, and it is possible to reduce the MAXBET state during the opening period of the front door 1b.

  The opening / closing of the front door 1b may be detected by the main control unit 41 or the sub control unit 91. When the main control unit 41 detects opening / closing of the front door 1b, the main control unit 41 transmits a command indicating the open / closed state of the front door 1b to the sub control unit 91, and the sub control unit 91 Based on the command transmitted from 41, the opening / closing of the front door 1b is determined.

  In the above-described example, the input acceptance of the MAXBET switch 6 is not prohibited during the opening period of the front door 1b, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, input acceptance of the MAXBET switch 6 may be prohibited during the opening period of the front door 1b.

  In the above-described example, input acceptance of the MAXBET switch 6 is not prohibited during the opening period of the front door 1b. However, a part of the processing executed when the input of the MAXBET switch 6 is accepted is limited. Only the processing of the part may be executed. For example, when the input of the MAXBET switch 6 is accepted during the opening period of the front door 1b, the main control unit 41 performs the betting number setting process, but the sub control unit 91 does not output the betting number setting sound. Also good.

  In the above-described MAXBET reception notification process, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the MAXBET switch 6 during the opening period of the front door 1b, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the sub control unit 91 may turn off each of the switches such as the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R and the effect switch 56 during the opening period of the front door 1b by a process similar to the MAXBET reception notification process. Further, for example, when the reception notification effect for notifying the reception of the effect switch 56 is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 during the operation effective period of the effect switch 56, the sub control unit 91 opens the front door 1b. Then, the reception notification effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 may be terminated and switched to error display.

  Further, for example, during the opening period of the front door 1b, the sub control unit 91 may cause the liquid crystal display 51 to display a “door is open” screen indicating a door opening error as an opening notification. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 may not perform notification by the LED (acceptance notification unit) provided inside the MAXBET switch 6 during the period when the opening notification is performed. The opening notification is not limited to the screen display by the liquid crystal display 51. For example, the sub-control unit 91 may output the sound “door is open” from the speakers 53 and 54 as an open notification.

[Notification of error status]
Next, an error state (predetermined event) notification method will be described. In the present embodiment, when it is detected that the main control unit 41 is in an error state, that is, in the case of an error state, the sub control unit 91 displays an error screen on the liquid crystal display 51. The error screen is a screen for informing the contents of the error state. For example, when the error state is “door open error state”, the sub control unit 91 causes the liquid crystal display 51 to display “door is open” as an error screen. For example, when the error state is a “hopper empty error state”, the sub control unit 91 causes the liquid crystal display 51 to display “hopper empty” as an error screen.

  In the present embodiment, the display mode of the error content is set to a different display mode depending on the type of error state. For example, the display mode of the error content is set to a display mode according to the importance (risk) of the error state. In this case, a display mode (first occurrence information) for notifying that an error state (first predetermined event) having a high importance level has occurred is notified that an error state (second predetermined event) having a low importance level has occurred. The display mode is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode (second generation information). For example, an error state (door open error state) that leads to fraudulent actions is considered an error of high importance (danger), and other errors (overflow tank overflow error, hopper empty error, payout medal clog error, throwing signal error error, reel) Rotation error error, illegal winning error, etc.) are regarded as errors with low importance. The classification of errors with high importance (danger) and errors with low importance (danger) is not limited to this, and any classification may be used.

  Further, not only the importance (risk) of the error state but also a display mode according to the frequency of occurrence of the error state, for example. In this case, the notification mode of the error state having a high occurrence frequency is set to a display mode that is easier to recognize from the outside than the notification mode of the error state having a low occurrence frequency.

  As a display mode that can be easily recognized from the outside, for example, it is a mode in which a thick character, a conspicuous character color, or a conspicuous background color is displayed. As a conspicuous character color, for example, it is a color (for example, red) used for alerting. The conspicuous background color is a background color that makes a character color stand out (for example, a combination of a black character color and a yellow background color). Moreover, it is good also as a display mode which is easy to recognize from the outside by attaching a pattern to a character. Moreover, it is good also as a display mode which is easy to recognize from the outside by blinking a character and a background color. Thus, a display mode (first occurrence information) for notifying that an error state (first predetermined event) having a high degree of importance has occurred and an error state (second predetermined event) having a low degree of importance have occurred. The display mode (second predetermined event) to be notified may be displayed in a different color or pattern.

  FIG. 35 and FIG. 36 are diagrams showing examples of display modes of error contents. FIG. 35A shows a display mode of error contents with high importance (danger), and FIG. 35B shows a display mode of error contents with low importance (danger). The character “door is open” in FIG. 35A is thicker than the character “hopper empty” in FIG. 35B, and is easily recognized from the outside. As described above, the display mode of the error content having a high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of the error content having a low importance (danger).

  FIG. 36A shows a display mode of error contents with high importance (danger), and FIG. 36B shows a display mode of error contents with low importance (danger). Yes. The background of the character “door is open” in FIG. 36 (A) is more conspicuous than the background of the character “hopper empty” in FIG. 35 (B), and is easily recognized from the outside. As described above, the display mode of the error content having a high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of the error content having a low importance (danger).

  In addition, as a display mode that can be easily recognized from the outside, for example, a large display mode is used. FIG. 37 and FIG. 38 are diagrams showing examples of display modes of error contents. FIG. 37A shows a display mode of error contents with high importance (danger), and FIG. 37B shows a display mode of error contents with low importance (danger). The area displaying the character “door is open” in FIG. 37A is larger than the area displaying the character “Hopper Empty” in FIG. 37B and is easily recognized from the outside. . As described above, the display mode of the error content having a high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of the error content having a low importance (danger). The size of the character display area is a size corresponding to the importance (risk) of the error regardless of the number of characters.

  FIG. 38 (A) shows a display mode of error contents with high importance (danger), and FIG. 38 (B) shows a display mode of error contents with low importance (danger). Yes. The size of the character “Door is open” in FIG. 38A is larger than the size of the character “Hopper Empty” in FIG. 37B and is easily recognized from the outside. As described above, the display mode of the error content having a high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of the error content having a low importance (danger). The size of the character is a size according to the importance (risk) of the error regardless of the number of characters.

  In addition, as a display mode that can be easily recognized from the outside, for example, when a plurality of error items are displayed on one screen, the display mode is a large area. FIG. 39 and FIG. 40 are diagrams showing examples of display modes of error contents. FIG. 39 is a screen displaying a plurality of error items “door is open”, “hopper empty”, “selector error”, and “hopper error” on one screen. In addition, the error item “Door is open” with high importance (danger) is displayed in the error item “hopper empty”, “selector error”, “hopper error” with low importance (danger). "Is larger than the area displaying" "and is easily recognized from the outside. Thus, the display mode of error items with high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of error items with low importance (danger). The example shown in FIG. 39 is an example in which the details of the error that has occurred are notified by a change in the background color, and the background color of “hopper empty” has changed. Therefore, the content of the error state occurring in the example shown in FIG. 39 is “hopper empty”.

  FIG. 40 shows a plurality of error items “door is open”, “hopper empty”, “selector error”, “hopper error” in the area on the left side of the screen. The error status “Door is open” is displayed. Note that the example shown in FIG. 40 is an example in which the details of the error that has occurred are notified by a change in the background color, and the background colors of “door open” and “hopper empty” have changed. Therefore, the contents of the error states occurring in the example shown in FIG. 40 are “door open error state” and “hopper empty”. In addition, the error item “Door is open” with high importance (danger) is greatly displayed in the center and right side of the screen, and is easily recognized from the outside. Thus, the display mode of error items with high importance (danger) is easier to recognize from the outside than the display mode of error items with low importance (danger). If an error with high importance (danger) has not occurred and only an error with low importance (danger) has occurred, the importance (danger) is displayed at the center and right side of the screen. You may make it display a low error item large. Thus, a display mode (first occurrence information) for notifying that an error state (first predetermined event) having a high degree of importance has occurred and an error state (second predetermined event) having a low degree of importance have occurred. You may make it display simultaneously the display mode (2nd predetermined event) to alert | report.

  In the above-described example, a display mode (first occurrence information) for notifying that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred and an error state (second predetermined event) with low importance have occurred. Although the display mode (second predetermined event) for notifying that the error has occurred is different from the display mode, the sound output for notifying that an error has occurred and the lighting of the lamp may be a common mode. For example, even if the sub-control unit 91 notifies that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred, it indicates that an error state (second predetermined event) with low importance has occurred. Even in the case of notification, the same sound is output from the speakers 53 and 54, and the light emission notification means 951 to 953 are lit in the same manner. This makes it easier for a player or store clerk to recognize that an error condition has occurred.

  Further, when the occurrence periods of a plurality of error states overlap, it may be notified only that one of the error conditions has occurred. For example, when the occurrence periods of an error state with high importance (first predetermined event) and an error state with low importance (second predetermined event) overlap, an error state with high importance (first predetermined event) is generated. You may make it alert | report only that it generate | occur | produced. Further, when the occurrence periods of the error state with high importance (first predetermined event) and the error state with low importance (second predetermined event) overlap, the error state with high importance (first predetermined event) Is finished, the notification that the error state with high importance (first predetermined event) has occurred is terminated, and the fact that the error state with low importance (second predetermined event) has occurred may be notified. Good.

  Further, when the occurrence periods of a plurality of error states overlap, it may be notified on one screen that a plurality of error states have occurred. For example, when the occurrence period of the door opening error state and the hopper empty overlap, both “door open” and “hopper empty” may be displayed on one screen. Further, for example, when the occurrence periods of a plurality of error conditions overlap, it may be notified that a plurality of error conditions have occurred in the manner shown in FIG. Also, as in the example shown in FIG. 39, when a plurality of error items are displayed on one screen, a plurality of error states have occurred by changing the background color of all the error states that have occurred. You may make it alert | report. For example, in the case where the error state is notified in the display mode shown in FIG. 39, when “hopper empty” and “selector error” occur, the background colors of both “hopper empty” and “selector error” are changed. In this way, it may be notified that both “hopper empty” and “selector error” error states have occurred.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 (predetermined event generating means) changes the setting on condition that the setting key switch 37 (operating means) is on (in an operating state). And setting confirmation (predetermined event) can be generated. Further, the main control unit 41 (abnormal state control means) sets an error state (abnormal state) in response to the establishment of an error (abnormal condition), and when the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated in the error state ( It is possible to end the error state when the error cancel condition is met. The main control unit 41 (abnormal state control means) is operated when the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated while the setting key switch 37 (operation means) is on (abnormality cancellation condition is established). The error status (abnormal status) is not terminated.

  As a result, it is possible to prevent the error state (abnormal state) from ending while the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state (the operating means remains in the operating state).

  (2) Also, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 (predetermined event generating means) may prevent setting change or setting confirmation (predetermined event) from occurring in an error state (abnormal state). Good.

  Thereby, at the end of the error state (abnormal state), the setting key switch 37 remains in the on state (the operation means remains in the operation state), and the error state (abnormal state) can be prevented from ending. Furthermore, it is possible to prevent setting changes and setting confirmations (predetermined events) from occurring in an error state (abnormal state).

  (3) Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the reset / setting switch 38 and the reset switch 23 (abnormality canceling operation means) may be provided in the vicinity of the setting key switch 37 (operation means).

  As a result, when the reset / setting switch 38 and the reset switch 23 (abnormality canceling operation means) are operated, the setting key switch 37 (operation means) status can be confirmed.

  (4) Further, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a front door 1b (opening / closing member) that is provided on the front side of the slot machine 1 and a door sensor that detects opening / closing of the front door 1b (opening / closing member). 60 (open / close detecting means), a MAXBET switch 6 (operation receiving means) for accepting an operation from the outside, and a main control unit 41 (specific control) for setting (specific control) the maximum bet number based on the operation accepted during the acceptance period Control means) and an LED (acceptance notification means) provided inside the MAXBET switch 6 for notifying that it is a reception period, and the front door 1b (opening / closing member) is opened by the door sensor 60 (opening / closing detection means). Notification may not be performed by an LED (acceptance notification unit) provided in the MAXBET switch 6 when the is detected.

  Thereby, it can suppress that operation is performed from the outside when the front door 1b (opening-closing member) is opened.

  When the operation accepting unit is, for example, the effect switch 56, the specific control unit is the sub-control unit 91, and the specific control is, for example, execution of the effect. Further, when the operation accepting unit is, for example, a production switch 56, the reception notification unit is an LED provided inside the production switch 56.

  (5) In addition, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment indicates that the door sensor 60 (opening / closing detecting means) detects the opening of the front door 1b (opening / closing member) and indicates a door opening error. "(Open notification)", and during the period when the open notification is being performed, the notification by the LED (acceptance notification means) provided in the MAXBET switch 6 may not be performed. Note that the opening notification may be performed using the voice “door is open”.

  Thereby, the opening of the opening / closing member can be recognized externally.

  (6) Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the MAXBET switch 6 (operation receiving means) operates when the opening of the front door 1b (opening / closing member) is detected by the door sensor 60 (opening / closing detection means). If accepted, a part of the specific control may be limited and executed.

  Thereby, it is possible to prevent the control from being normally performed in an unauthorized state.

  (7) Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the abnormal state may be terminated only when the opening error of the front door 1b (opening / closing member) is cancelled.

  Thereby, the abnormal state can be suitably terminated.

  (8) In addition, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment receives movable means 901 to 903, a sub-control unit 91 (movable means control means) that controls the operation of the movable means 901 to 903, and the player's operation. A player-side setting switch 70 (accepting means), and a sub-control unit 91 (specific control execution means) that performs specific control in response to acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 (accepting means). The (movable means control means) also operates as a confirmation operation control means for controlling the confirmation operations of the movable means 901 to 903, and the sub-control unit 91 executes a confirmation operation that is a period for controlling the confirmation operations of the movable means 901 to 903. During the period, even if the player-side setting switch 70 (accepting means) accepts the player's operation, the specific control may not be executed.

  Thereby, it can avoid making a player bothersome.

  (9) Further, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment receives the operation of the player, the movable means 901 to 903, the sub-control unit 91 (movable means control means) for controlling the operation of the movable means 901 to 903, and A player-side setting switch 70 (accepting means), a sub-control unit 91 (specific control executing means) that performs specific control in response to the acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 (accepting means), and the player's operation can be accepted LED (acceptance notification means) provided inside the player side setting switch 70 for informing that the player side setting switch 70, and the LED provided inside the player side setting switch 70 is connected to the sub-control unit 91 (confirmation). During the confirmation operation execution period, which is a period during which the operation control means) controls the confirmation operation of the movable means 901 to 903, notification that the player's operation can be accepted may not be performed.

  Thereby, it can avoid making a player bothersome.

  (10) Further, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes predetermined event detection means (main control unit 41, sub-control unit 91) for detecting an error state (predetermined event) occurring in the slot machine 1, and an error state (predetermined). An error screen (occurrence information) indicating that an error state (predetermined event) has occurred is displayed in response to the detection of the occurrence of an event (event), and an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred A sub-control unit 91 (predetermined occurrence information) and a display aspect (second occurrence information) for notifying that an error state with low importance (second predetermined event) has occurred. A display mode (first occurrence information) indicating that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred, and an error state (second predetermined event) with low importance. Occurs It may be displayed in a display manner (second occurrence information) from recognized from outside easily embodiments notifying that was.

  As a result, it is possible to recognize the occurrence of a highly important error state (first predetermined event).

  (11) Further, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes predetermined event detection means (main control unit 41, sub-control unit 91) for detecting an error state (predetermined event) occurring in the slot machine 1, and an error state (predetermined). An error screen (occurrence information) indicating that an error state (predetermined event) has occurred is displayed in response to the detection of the occurrence of an event (event), and an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred A sub-control unit 91 (predetermined occurrence information) and a display aspect (second occurrence information) for notifying that an error state with low importance (second predetermined event) has occurred. A display mode (first occurrence information) indicating that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred, and an error state (second predetermined event) with low importance. Occurs It may be larger display than the display mode for notifying (second occurrence information) that was.

  As a result, it is possible to recognize the occurrence of a highly important error state (first predetermined event).

  (12) Further, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes predetermined event detection means (main control unit 41, sub-control unit 91) for detecting an error state (predetermined event) occurring in the slot machine 1, and an error state (predetermined). In response to detecting the occurrence of an event, an error screen (occurrence notification display) in which an area is provided for each error state (predetermined event) that can occur is displayed, and an error state having a high importance (first) A display mode (first generation information) indicating that a predetermined event) has occurred is displayed in the first display area of the error screen, and a display mode for notifying that an error state (second predetermined event) of low importance has occurred is displayed. A sub-control unit 91 (predetermined event display control means) that displays (second occurrence information) in the second display area of the error screen, and the first display area may be larger than the second display area.

  As a result, it is possible to more recognize the occurrence of a highly important error state (first predetermined event) in a limited display area.

  (13) In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first predetermined event may be an event having a higher occurrence frequency than the second predetermined event.

  Thereby, it is possible to recognize the occurrence of an event with a high occurrence frequency.

  (14) Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first predetermined event may be an event having a higher importance than the second predetermined event.

  This makes it possible to recognize the occurrence of a highly important event.

  (15) Also, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, a display mode (first occurrence information) indicating that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred, and an error state (low occurrence) ( You may make it display the display mode (2nd generation | occurrence | production information) which alert | reports that the 2nd predetermined event generate | occur | produced with a different color.

  This makes it possible to recognize the occurrence of a highly important event.

  (16) Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, a display mode (first occurrence information) indicating that an error state (first predetermined event) with high importance has occurred, and an error state (low occurrence) ( You may enable it to display simultaneously the display mode (2nd generation information) which alert | reports that the 2nd predetermined event generate | occur | produced.

  This makes it possible to recognize that a plurality of predetermined events have occurred.

  (17) Also, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when an error state with high importance (first predetermined event) occurs, and when an error state with low importance (second predetermined event) occurs In this case, a common notification may be performed.

  This makes it easy to recognize that an error (predetermined event) has occurred.

[Modification]
Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments. The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications and applications are possible. Hereinafter, modifications and the like applicable to the present invention will be described. Further, at least two of the technical matters described in the present embodiment described above and the technical matters described in the following modifications may be implemented in combination, as described in the above-described present embodiment. The technical matter may be replaced with the technical matter described in the following modified example, and the technical matter described in the following modified example may be further combined with the replaced matter. Also good.

  In the above-described example, when the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted and the player side setting switch 70 is turned off. Not limited to. For example, when the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 may be turned on while not accepting the operation of the player side setting switch 70. Further, for example, when the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 may be turned off while accepting the operation of the player side setting switch 70.

  Moreover, in the example mentioned above, although the setting of the production | presentation aspect during a game is performed using the player side setting switch 70, it is not restricted to this. For example, an effect mode during a game may be set using the effect switch 56. The effect switch 56 has a plurality of functions such as, for example, being used for an effect during a game. For example, the description of the function of the effect switch 56 may be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  FIG. 41 is a diagram showing an example in which a description of the function of the effect switch 56 is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 when the effect switch is used for setting the effect mode during the game. In the illustrated example, a demonstration effect (normal mode) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and a description of the function of the effect switch 56 is displayed at the lower right of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

  Moreover, although the example mentioned above demonstrated using the example which displays a setting screen as an example of specific control, it is not restricted to this. For example, the specific control may be a control for changing the display of the liquid crystal display 51 such as a history display, a payout table display, and a reel arrangement display. Further, the specific control may be not only control for changing the display of the liquid crystal display 51 but also sound output. For example, the specific control may be an audio output in a hidden effect.

  In the above-described example, the movable units 901 to 903 are arranged around the liquid crystal display 51. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the movable units 901 to 903 are arranged at positions away from the liquid crystal display 51. It may be. For example, the movable units 901 to 903 may be arranged anywhere in the case 1a of the slot machine 1, such as the left side of the reel 2L or the right side of the reel 2R. Further, the movable units 901 to 903 may operate so as to be superimposed on the liquid crystal display 51, or may operate where they are not related to the liquid crystal display 51.

  In the above-described example, the sub control unit 91 has been described using an example in which the confirmation operation of the movable units 901 to 903 is controlled. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the main control unit 41 confirms the movable units 901 to 903. The operation may be controlled. In this case, the main control unit 41 transmits a command for instructing control of the movable units 901 to 903 to the sub-control unit 91 to control the confirmation operation of the movable units 901 to 903.

  Moreover, in the example mentioned above, although the operation input of specific control is performed using the player side setting switch 70, it is not restricted to this. For example, a specific control operation input may be performed by using a direction switch 56, a MAX bet switch 6, a holding operation using an infrared sensor, a touch panel, or the like. Note that, when a specific control operation input is performed using a switch or the like connected to the main control unit 41, a command corresponding to the operation input is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub-control unit 91.

  In the example described above, the effect control board 90 includes one sub-control unit 91, and one sub-control unit 91 performs initial setting of the effect control board 90, operation confirmation of the movable units 901 to 903, and setting screen. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, even if the production control board 90 includes a plurality of sub-control units 91, different sub-control units 91 execute initial setting of the production control board 90, operation confirmation of the movable units 901 to 903, display processing of the setting screen, and the like. Good. Even if the production control board 90 includes a plurality of sub-control units 91, one sub-control unit 91 performs initial setting of the production control board 90, operation confirmation of the movable units 901 to 903, and a setting screen. Among these display processes, a plurality of processes may be executed.

[About pachinko machines]
As described above, in the present embodiment and the modification, the slot machine 1 has been described, but the slot machine 1 may be replaced with a pachinko gaming machine 200 described below. The pachinko gaming machine 200 includes a part of the same configuration as the slot machine 1, and the description of the same configuration / process will be omitted, and a different configuration / process will be described.

  In the vicinity of the center of the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 200, an effect display device composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided. When the game ball wins a predetermined winning opening, the special variation display device displays at least one of the special first special symbol and the second special symbol in a variable manner, and the effect display device displays the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Among them, a variation display (also referred to as variable display, update display, or cyclic display) of effect symbols (decorative symbols) synchronized with at least one variation display is performed. The variation display of the effect symbols is executed in various variations such as scroll display. In the effect display device, an effect symbol display area for displaying an effect symbol on the display screen is provided. In the effect symbol display area, for example, three (plural) of “left”, “middle”, and “right” are provided. There is a symbol display area as a display area for variably displaying effect symbols.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 200, a game ball has won a predetermined winning opening, but a predetermined starting condition is satisfied (when the variable display due to the stored memory that is not the big hit game and has been started and won first) has been established. If not, it is stored as reserved storage information within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). The on-hold storage information is information for specifying whether or not to control to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state), for example.

  The pachinko gaming machine 200 becomes “hit” if the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in a specific symbol combination (hit symbol combination) in the variable display resulting from the on-hold storage, and is controlled to a specific gaming state.

  In such a pachinko gaming machine 200, as shown in FIG. 42, a front frame (also referred to as a cell) 100b and a glass door 100c can be opened and closed with respect to a frame-shaped outer frame 100a with the left side edge as a swing center. Is provided.

  A pair of upper and lower engaging protrusions 104 and 106 are provided near the edge of the front frame 100b opposite to the center of swinging. The engaging protrusions 104 and 106 are pressed downward by a spring (not shown). On the other hand, engagement receiving pieces 105 and 107 are provided at positions facing the engagement protrusions 104 and 106 of the outer frame 100a. By pressing the front frame 100b in the open state against the outer frame 100a, the engagement protrusions 104, 106 get over the engagement receiving pieces 105, 107, and the engagement protrusions 104, 106 are moved downward by the biasing force of the spring in the state of getting over. Moved and locked. In this way, the front frame 100b can be closed with respect to the outer frame 100a.

  The store clerk inserts the key into a key hole (not shown) and performs a release operation (for example, clockwise rotation), whereby the pair of upper and lower engaging protrusions 104 and 106 are pushed upward against the biasing force of the spring. As a result, the engagement protrusions 104 and 106 are disengaged from the engagement receiving pieces 105 and 107, and the lock can be released. In this way, the front frame 100b can be opened with respect to the outer frame 100a.

  Further, the front frame 100b is also provided with an engagement protrusion 103 for the glass door 100c, and an engagement hole 102 is provided in the glass door 100c portion facing the engagement protrusion 103. The engaging protrusion 103 is pressed downward by a spring (not shown), and the engaging protrusion 103 is pushed up by the lower edge portion of the engaging hole 102 by pressing the opened glass door 100c against the front frame 100b. By getting over, the engagement protrusion 103 is pushed down by the biasing force of the spring, and the engagement protrusion 103 and the engagement hole 102 are engaged and locked. Thus, the glass door 100c can be closed with respect to the front frame 100b.

  The store clerk inserts the key into a key hole (not shown) and performs a release operation (for example, counterclockwise rotation), whereby the engagement protrusion 103 is pulled up against the urging force of the spring and engages with the engagement protrusion 103. The engagement with the hole 102 is released and the lock can be released. In this way, the glass door 100c can be opened with respect to the front frame 100b.

  Such a pachinko gaming machine 200 may also have the following configuration, similar to the slot machine 1.

  For example, a store-side setting switch 160 for performing a standard setting of the effect mode during the game may be provided inside the outer frame 100a. Normally, since the front frame 100b is closed with respect to the outer frame 100a, a person other than the store clerk who does not own the key for opening the front frame 100b cannot operate the store side setting switch 160. The store clerk can perform the reference setting of the sound volume (first sound volume step) and the light amount reference setting (first light amount step) by operating the store side setting switch 160.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 200, similarly to the store side effect setting process shown in FIG. 23, the power of the pachinko gaming machine 200 is ON, the front frame 100b is opened, and the store side setting switch 160 is operated. On the condition, the reference setting of the volume and the light quantity (setting of the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage) may be possible. As a result, even in the pachinko gaming machine 200, even if the store side setting switch is operated by an illegal act, the reference setting of the volume and the light amount is prohibited when the front frame 100b is closed. It is possible to prevent the setting from being performed improperly, and it is possible to prevent the volume and light quantity reference settings from being performed with contents not intended by the store clerk.

  For example, a player side setting switch 170 may be provided on the outside of the front frame 100b for setting an effect mode during the game. Since the player-side setting switch 170 is positioned on the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 200 when the front frame 100b is closed, the player-side setting switch 170 is operated by a player who plays a game on the pachinko gaming machine 200. Operation is possible. The player can set the volume (second volume level) and the light amount (second light level step) by operating the player side setting switch 170.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 200, as in the player side performance setting process shown in FIG. 27, the power of the pachinko gaming machine 200 is ON, the front frame 100b is closed, and the player side setting switch 170 is On the condition that it has been operated, a setting screen as shown in FIG. 24 may be displayed to enable setting of the volume and the amount of light (setting of the second volume level and the second light level). Thus, even in the pachinko gaming machine 200, even if the player side setting switch 170 is operated by a person other than the player, the setting of the volume and the light amount is prohibited when the front frame 100b is opened. It is possible to prevent the volume and light quantity from being set with contents not intended by the person.

  In the store side effect setting process and the player side effect setting process in the pachinko gaming machine 200, it is determined whether or not the front frame 100b is open, and settings relating to the game are prohibited according to the determination result. there were. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be determined whether or not the glass door 100c is opened in addition to the front frame 100b, and settings relating to the game may be prohibited according to the determination result.

[Door sensor]
In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b contacts the bottom surface of the recess 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61 in the closed state of the front door 1b, thereby detecting the detection piece 60b by the depth of the recess 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61. For example, when the front door 1b is closed, the detection piece 60b comes into contact with the flat portion on the housing 1a side, so that the depth of the recess 61a of the detection piece receiving member 61 is increased. The detection piece 60b may be moved by that amount. This makes it difficult to estimate the moving distance at which the detection piece 60b becomes the detection position. Therefore, the closed state is detected by intentionally adjusting the detection piece 60b to the detection position y in the open state. This makes it more difficult to prevent fraud due to the erroneous determination that the front door 1b is closed.

  In the present embodiment, the door sensor 60 is disposed on the front door 1b, and the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 is configured to contact the detection piece receiving member 61 disposed on the housing 1a. The detection piece receiving member 61 may be arranged at a position corresponding to the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 in the front door 1b while the 60 is arranged in the housing 1a. By doing in this way, similarly to the case where the door sensor 60 is disposed on the front door 1b and the detection piece receiving member 61 is disposed on the housing 1a, fraud due to erroneous determination that the front door 1b is in the closed state. Can be prevented.

  In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b is linearly moved from the advanced position to the retracted position. For example, as shown in FIG. A locking piece 60b ′ that can swing from an angle to a second angle is provided. As shown in FIG. 43B, when the front door 1b is closed, the locking piece 60b ′ has a first angle and a second angle. Whether the angle of the locking piece 60b ′ is a specific angle in the configuration in which the locking portion 61 ′ for maintaining the closed state is locked so as to be a specific angle between the two angles. A detector 60a ′ for detecting whether or not the locking piece 60b ′ is at a specific angle, the detector 60a ′ is determined to be in a closed state, and as shown in FIGS. 43 (a) and 43 (c), the locking piece 60b ′. It is good also as a structure which determines with an open state when the angle of is a 1st angle or a 2nd angle. Even in such a configuration, as shown in FIG. 43 (c), it is possible to prevent fraud due to erroneous determination that the front door 1b is closed by pressing the locking piece 60b '.

  In the present embodiment, the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is branched and input to the game control board 40 and the effect control board 90, respectively. However, the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is input only to the game control board 40 to play the game. The main control unit 41 of the control board 40 may be configured to determine the open / closed state of the front door 1b based on the detection signal of the door sensor 60, or the detection signal of the door sensor 60 is input only to the effect control board 90, The 90 door monitoring circuit 99a and the sub control unit 91 may determine the open / closed state of the front door 1b based on the detection signal of the door sensor 60. Further, in a configuration in which only the game control board 40 is input, the main control unit 41 transmits a command that can specify the detection state of the door sensor 60 to the sub control unit 91, and the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91 It is good also as a structure which can determine the opening / closing state of the front door 1b by both.

  In the present embodiment, the detection piece 60b of the door sensor 60 moves by contacting the detection piece receiving member 61 fixed to the housing 1a, but the detection piece receiving member is fixed. It may be a movable member. For example, the detection piece receiving member can be moved in the same direction as the advancing and retreating direction of the detection piece, and is urged toward the door sensor 60 by the urging member, and the detection piece abuts on the detection piece receiving member. By configuring the receiving member to move by a predetermined distance, when the detection piece and the detection piece receiving member come into contact with each other, the detection piece applies an urging force for urging the detection piece and the detection piece receiving member. It will move to the position where the energizing force is balanced. At this time, by setting the position where the detection piece moves as the detection position, it is difficult to estimate the detection position from the length that can be visually recognized, such as the depth w of the concave portion of the detection piece receiving member. Therefore, it is difficult to detect the closed state by intentionally adjusting the detection piece 60b to the detection position y in the open state, and the front door 1b is erroneously determined to be in the closed state. Can be more effectively prevented.

  In the present embodiment, the tip of the detection piece 60b is formed flat, but the tip of the detection piece 60b may be formed in an acute angle. By doing so, even if the detection piece 60b can be fixed to the detection position with an adhesive tape or the like, the adhesive tape is easily damaged by the tip of the detection piece 60b, and the detection piece 60b can be maintained at the detection position. It becomes difficult.

  In the present embodiment, the door sensor 60 is applied as detection means for detecting whether the front door 1b is in an open state or a closed state. However, the door sensor 60 includes a first member and a second member, and at least a part of the second member. In the configuration that is in a specific state in contact with or close to a predetermined position of the first member, a detection unit having a configuration similar to the door sensor 60 is used as a detection unit that detects whether the specific state is in the specific state or the non-specific state. You may apply. Even in such a configuration, even when the detection piece is pushed in or when the detection piece is pushed in with the tape, it is difficult to set the detection piece to the detection position where the specific state is determined, and the non-specific state is detected. Nevertheless, since it is difficult to erroneously determine the specific state, fraud due to erroneous determination of the specific state can be prevented.

  Here, the specific state refers to a structure in which one end of the second member (front door 1b) is attached to the first member (housing 1a) as in this embodiment, in addition to the second member (front door 1b). In the structure in which the second member is slidable with respect to the first member, the second member is not only the state in which the end is in contact with or close to the first member (housing 1a) (closed state). In a state where a part of the second member is brought into contact with or close to a predetermined position of the first member by sliding and moving relative to the first member, the second member can be detached from the first member. The state attached to the 1st member in the state which contact | abutted or adjoined, etc. correspond.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 44, the board case mounting portion 800 on the main body side of the slot machine 1 is applied as the first member, and the board case 900 attached to the board case mounting portion 800 is applied as the second member. Also good.

  In this case, as shown in FIG. 44, the detection piece of the detection means 803 similar to the door sensor 60 is arranged on the substrate case mounting portion 800 so as to face the substrate case 900. Further, a detection piece receiving groove 901 for receiving the detection piece is formed on the bottom surface of the substrate case 900. The depth of the detection piece receiving groove 901 is formed to have the same length as the distance from the detection piece advancement position of the detection means 803 to the detection position. Then, the substrate case 900 is attached to the substrate case 900 in a state where the bottom end of the substrate case 900 is in contact with the substrate case attachment portion 800 while the left end portion of the detection piece receiving groove 901 in the drawing is in contact with the detection piece of the detection means 803. It is slid in the left direction in the figure along the part 800 and moved to a predetermined mounting position. As a result, the detection piece of the detection means 803 is moved in the retracting direction by the depth of the detection piece receiving groove 901 by the detection piece receiving groove 901, and the substrate case 900 is attached to the substrate case attachment portion 800. Can be determined.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 44, a protrusion 802 is formed on the surface of the substrate case mounting portion 800 so as to correspond to the detection piece receiving groove 901 of the substrate case 900, whereby the substrate case 900 is attached to the substrate case mounting portion. When attached to 800, the detection piece receiving groove 901 is blocked, so that the detection means 803 cannot be accessed from the outside.

  Besides the front door 1b and the substrate case 900, one end is pivotally supported by the slot machine body (front door, housing, etc.) and the other end is engaged as a second member that is in a specific state with respect to the first member. Reel unit, cover member, board case, board, etc. that can be removed from the slot machine body, such as reel unit, cover member, board case, board, etc. A switch or the like may be applied.

  In the present embodiment, the door sensor 60 is applied to the slot machine 1, but, for example, as shown in FIG. 45, a lower door frame that can be opened and closed with respect to the front frame 2101 of the pachinko gaming machine 2001. You may apply as a detection means to detect whether 2103 is an open state or a closed state.

  As shown in FIG. 45, the door sensor 60 is arranged inside the lower door frame 2103 of the pachinko gaming machine 2001, and the detection piece receiver is positioned at a position facing the door sensor 60 in the state where the lower door frame 2103 is closed in the front frame 2101. By disposing the member 61, the detection piece of the door sensor 60 comes into contact with the detection piece receiving member 61 and is moved to the detection position in a state where the lower door frame 2103 is closed with respect to the front frame 2101. While it is determined that the door frame 2103 is in the closed state, the detection piece of the door sensor 60 is not brought into contact with the detection piece receiving member 61 while the lower door frame 2103 is opened with respect to the front frame 2101. It will be moved to the advance position, and it will be determined that the lower door frame 2103 is in the open state. Even in such a case, as in the case where the door sensor 60 is adapted to the front door 1b of the slot machine 1, the open / close state of the lower door frame 2103 is reliably determined, and the lower door frame 2103 is erroneously determined to be closed. Can prevent fraud.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 46, it is applied as a detection means for detecting whether the glass door frame 2102 provided to be openable / closable with respect to the front frame 2101 of the pachinko gaming machine 2001 is in an open state or a closed state. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 47, it is applied as detection means for detecting whether the front frame 2101 attached to the outer frame 2100 of the pachinko gaming machine 2001 is open or closed. May be. Also in these cases, fraud due to erroneous determination that the glass door frame 2102 and the outer frame 2100 are closed can be prevented.

[Others]
In the above-described embodiment, the error state is released when the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated in the error processing. However, the error state releasing method is not limited to this. Absent. For example, the error state may be automatically canceled. For example, when a predetermined time elapses after entering the error state, the main control unit 41 may automatically cancel the error state. Even when the error is automatically canceled, the main control unit 41 does not cancel the error state when the setting key switch 37 is on.

  In the above-described embodiment, the setting key switch 37 is used as an example of the operation unit, and the setting change is used as an example of a predetermined event that can occur according to the operation of the operation unit. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the operation means may be various setting keys for shifting to a setting mode such as time or eco mode, and the predetermined event may be time setting or eco mode setting.

  In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the medal payout rate is changed by using the winning probability according to the set value in the internal lottery is used, but the payout rate changing method is not limited thereto. For example, the medal payout rate may be changed by using an ART winning probability or an additional number of ART games according to the set value. As a specific example, when the set value is composed of 6 stages of 1 to 6, the winning probability of ART when the set value is set to 6 and the additional probability of the number of ART games are the highest, 5, 4, 3 The winning probability of ART and the probability of adding the number of ART games may be lowered step by step in the order of 2, 1 and 2. Further, for example, the medal payout rate may be changed by using an AT winning probability or an additional number of AT games according to the set value.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the slot machine to which medals are applied as a game medium used for setting a bet number and giving a game value accompanying winning is described as an example. However, the slot machine embodying the present invention may be a slot machine (so-called parrot) to which a game ball used in a pachinko gaming machine is applied as a game medium. When game balls are used as game media, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls, and when three bets are set in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting the number of bets using.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a slot machine for setting bets using medals and credits is used, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a slot machine for setting bets using game balls, It may be a full credit type slot machine that uses only credits to set the number of bets. When game balls are used as game values, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls, and when three bets are set in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting the number of bets using.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to using only one of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, but for example, a plurality of types of medals and game balls. The game value may be used together. That is, it is possible to play a game by setting the number of bets using any of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of types of games such as medals and game balls when a winning occurs. Any of the utility values may be paid out.

  Further, in this embodiment, a variable display device having three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is provided, and when all the reels are stopped, one game is completed, and the display results derived to the three reels are combined. The slot machine in which a prize is generated in response to the above description has been described. That is, a variable display device capable of deriving a display result in each of a plurality of variable display areas capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable, and using one game value for one game By setting a predetermined number of bets, the game can be started, and when the display result is derived in all of the plurality of variable display areas, one game is completed, and the plurality of results are obtained as a result of one game. A slot machine in which a winning can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived in each of the variable display areas has been described. However, when a display result is derived to a variable display device capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified, one game is completed, and a prize is awarded according to the display result derived to the variable display device. As long as the slot machine can be generated, the slot machine is not limited to one having a variable display device having three reels, but has a single reel or a variable display device having a plurality of reels other than three. It may be. In this embodiment, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are reels that rotate in the vertical direction. However, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be reels that rotate in any direction, such as a horizontal direction or an oblique direction. .

  In addition, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment causes the display results to be derived in each of the plurality of variable display areas (transparent windows 3) capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (symbols) that can each be identified. The game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using game values (medals, credits), and all of the variable display areas are provided. In the slot machine, one game is completed by deriving the display result, and a winning can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived to each of the plurality of variable display areas as a result of the one game. Also good.

  Further, as the present embodiment, a slot machine that pays out game media to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is handed to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win. An enclosing slot machine that adds game points (scores) without paying out may be adopted. The base and the drum can be distributed, and the chassis is common and only the base or the base and the drum is called a gaming machine.

  The embodiment disclosed this time should be considered as illustrative in all points and not restrictive. 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.

1 slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 start switch 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch 40 game control board 41 main control unit 51 liquid crystal display 90 effect control board 91 sub control unit 91a sub CPU
91b ROM
91c RAM

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing games,
Operation means that can be in an operation state in accordance with the player's operation;
A predetermined event generating means capable of generating a predetermined event on the condition that the operating means is in an operating state;
An abnormal state control means capable of setting an abnormal state in response to the establishment of the abnormal condition and ending the abnormal state when the abnormal condition is satisfied in the abnormal state;
With
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the abnormal state control means does not end the abnormal state when the abnormality canceling condition is satisfied when the operating means is in the operating state.

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