JP2017124339A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To reduce giving a player discomfort in a game.SOLUTION: After identification information indicating a winning/losing determination result to be displayed in display means is dynamically displayed in a dynamic display mode to which a predetermined setting time is set and to which a temporary stop period is set including the setting time where a display is performed in a temporary stop display mode which indicates that the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode in a constant cycle, a display is made with the identification information indicating the winning/losing determination result by display control means. On the basis of the setting time has been elapsed, the elapse of the setting time is announced to the display control means by time management means. When the elapse of the setting time is announced by the time management means, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not a specific display mode to be displayed at a predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode, causing the identification information to be stopped in a definite stop display mode similar to the specific display mode is delayed by delay means till the identification information is displayed by the specific display mode.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 77

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko machine.

  Conventionally, in the gaming machine that displays the left, middle, and right special symbols in a variable manner and notifies the game success / failure determination result, after the special symbols are variably displayed, it is temporarily stopped until the final stop, A game machine that is configured to maintain the expectation of the game by causing the player to have a strong sense of expectation as if the display of fluctuation continues further until just before the end of the fluctuation is proposed. ing.

JP 2002-153640 A

  In this type of pachinko machine, there is a problem that the display of the swinging variation causes variations in the stop mode at the end of the variation, causing the player to feel uncomfortable when the variation is stopped.

  The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-described problems and the like, and provides a gaming machine that alleviates the player from feeling uncomfortable in the game.

  In order to achieve this object, the gaming machine according to claim 1 is configured to identify whether or not the game is successful by determining whether or not the game is successful based on the establishment of the lottery condition, and the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the success / failure determining means. A predetermined setting time is set for the identification information displayed on the display means and the identification information displayed on the display means, and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. Display control means for displaying the identification information indicating the determination result after dynamic display in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including the set time to be displayed is displayed in the temporary stop display mode. And a time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has elapsed based on the set time elapses, and that the set time has elapsed from the time management means. Based on what is known, the stoppage for displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display mode similar to the specific display mode displayed at a predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode, and the setting by the time management unit When the passage of time is notified, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. And a delay means for delaying.

  The gaming machine according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the dynamic display mode is preset to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the lapse of the set time. It is what.

  The gaming machine according to claim 3 is the gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle of the temporary stop display mode.

  The gaming machine according to claim 4 is a determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful based on the establishment of the lottery condition, and a display unit capable of displaying identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode indicating that a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. Display control means for performing dynamic display in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including the set time to be set is set, and then displaying in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result. Display management means for notifying that a setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the display mode has been displayed, and the display control means indicating that the set time has elapsed based on the elapse of the set time A time management means for notification to the time management means, and the time management means notifies that the set time has elapsed, and the display management means notifies that the setting display mode is displayed. A confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information displayed in the stop display mode in the fixed stop display mode.

  The gaming machine according to claim 5 is the gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein the fixed stop means is configured to manage the display even if a predetermined time has elapsed after the elapse of the set time is notified from the time management means. When there is no notification from the means, the identification information is forcibly stopped and displayed in the fixed stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine of the first aspect, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is correct is displayed on the display unit. A setting for displaying the identification information displayed on the display means in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. After dynamic display is performed in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the result of the determination.

  Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. Based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means, the fixed stop means makes a fixed stop in the fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. When the lapse of the set time is notified by the time management means, when the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. Meanwhile, it is delayed by the delay means.

  Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, there is an effect that it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

According to the gaming machine according to claim 2, in addition to the effect of the gaming machine according to claim 1, the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the elapse of the set time. Therefore, when the set time has elapsed, the identification information can be smoothly stopped in the fixed stop display mode to efficiently execute the game process.

  According to the gaming machine according to claim 3, in addition to the effect achieved by the gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle of the temporary stop display mode. Thus, the delay time can be further shortened, and there is an effect that it is possible to suppress a problem that the delay time is longer than the set time.

  According to the gaming machine of the fourth aspect, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is correct is displayed on the display unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. After dynamic display in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the determination result.

  The display management means notifies that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the dynamic display mode is displayed. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. The set time is notified from the time management means, and the identification information displayed in the temporary stop display form is confirmed in the fixed stop display form based on the notification that the setting display form is displayed by the display management means. A fixed stop is made by the stopping means.

  Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, there is an effect that it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  According to the gaming machine of the fifth aspect, in addition to the effect produced by the gaming machine according to the fourth aspect, the following effect is produced. In other words, the confirmation stop means forcibly identifies the identification information in the confirmation stop display mode when there is no notification from the display management means even after a predetermined time has passed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The stop display is made by the fixed stop means.

  Accordingly, it is possible to suppress a problem that the identification information is not fixedly stopped even if the set time is greatly exceeded. Therefore, the identification information is not confirmed and stopped, and there is an effect that it is possible to suppress problems that confuse the player.

It is a front view of the pachinko machine in a 1st embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in the first embodiment. It is a rear view of the pachinko machine in a 1st embodiment. (A) is the figure which showed typically the area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen in 1st Embodiment, (b) is the figure which illustrated the actual display screen in 1st Embodiment. . (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the flow of the fluctuation fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed in detail the flow about the fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the outline | summary of the various counters in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the correspondence of the 1st hit type counter C2 in 1st Embodiment and the jackpot type in a special symbol, (b) is 2nd hit in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically the correspondence of the random number counter C4 and the hit in a normal symbol. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the drawing list | wrist in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interruption process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the special symbol change start process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the normal symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the through gate passage process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the NMI interruption process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the starting process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the starting process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 1st Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. It is the flowchart which showed the fluctuation | variation display setting process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the boot process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the command interruption process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which shows the V interruption processing. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the change pattern command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing stop type command processing. It is the flowchart which showed the error command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the warning image setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the transfer setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the resident image transfer setting process. It is the flowchart which showed the normal image transfer setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the drawing process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the figure which showed typically the area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is the figure which illustrated the actual display screen in 2nd Embodiment. . (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the flow of the fluctuation fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 2nd Embodiment. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol in 2nd Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the pachinko machine in 2nd Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 4th confirmation command transmission process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the special symbol change start process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. (A) is the flowchart which showed the 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is the inside of the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the fluctuation pattern command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 3rd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 3rd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 3rd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 3rd Embodiment, (b) is the inside of the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in 4th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachinko machine in 4th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. It is the flowchart which showed the display command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviating 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 4th Embodiment, (b) is in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the display removal confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a display jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. (A) is the flowchart which showed the error notification 1 command process for a display performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a display error notification 3 command reception process executed by. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the variation pattern of the 3rd pattern in 5th Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 5th Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 5th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 5th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachinko machine in 6th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the symbol determination process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment.

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, FIG. 2 is a front view of a game board 13 of the pachinko machine 10, and FIG. 3 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 10.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 includes an outer frame 11 having an outer shell formed of a wooden frame combined in a substantially rectangular shape, and an outer frame 11 having substantially the same outer shape as the outer frame 11. And an inner frame 12 supported to be openable and closable. In order to support the inner frame 12, metal hinges 18 are attached to the outer frame 11 at two upper and lower portions on the left side when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1). The frame 12 is supported so as to be openable and closable to the front front side.

  A game board 13 (see FIG. 2) having a large number of nails, winning holes 63, 64 and the like is detachably mounted on the inner frame 12 from the back side. A ball ball game is performed when the ball flows down the front surface of the game board 13. The inner frame 12 has a ball launch unit 112a (see FIG. 8) that launches a ball to the front area of the game board 13 and a launch that guides the ball launched from the ball launch unit 112a to the front area of the game board 13. A rail (not shown) or the like is attached.

  On the front side of the inner frame 12, a front frame 14 that covers the upper side of the front surface and a lower dish unit 15 that covers the lower side of the front frame 14 are provided. In order to support the front frame 14 and the lower dish unit 15, metal hinges 19 are attached to two upper and lower portions on the left side when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), and the side on which the hinges 19 are provided is used as an opening / closing axis. 14 and the lower pan unit 15 are supported so as to be openable and closable toward the front front side. The locking of the inner frame 12 and the locking of the front frame 14 are respectively released by inserting a dedicated key into the key hole 21 of the cylinder lock 20 and performing a predetermined operation.

  The front frame 14 is assembled with decorative resin parts, electrical parts, and the like, and a window part 14c that is formed in an approximately elliptical shape is provided at a substantially central part thereof. A glass unit 16 having two plate glasses is disposed on the back side of the front frame 14, and the front surface of the game board 13 can be seen on the front side of the pachinko machine 10 through the glass unit 16.

  On the front frame 14, an upper plate 17 that stores balls is formed in a substantially box shape that protrudes forward and the upper surface is opened, and prize balls and rental balls are discharged to the upper plate 17. The bottom surface of the upper plate 17 is formed to be inclined downward to the right when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), and the sphere thrown into the upper plate 17 is guided to the ball launch unit 112a by the inclination. A frame button 22 is provided on the upper surface of the upper plate 17. The frame button 22 is used by the player when, for example, the background of the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (see FIG. 2) described later is changed or the content of the effect of super reach is changed. Operated.

  On the other hand, the 3rd symbol display device 81 is configured to display a selection screen for a super reach effect mode during normal reach when the normal reach effect is started and the normal reach is developed to the super reach. When the frame button 22 is operated by the player while the selection screen is displayed, the contents of the effect at the time of super reach are changed.

  The front frame 14 is provided with light emitting means such as various lamps around it (for example, a corner portion). These light-emitting means play a role of enhancing the effect of the game during the game by changing or controlling the light-emitting mode by turning on or flashing according to the change in the gaming state at the time of big hit or predetermined reach. On the peripheral edge of the window portion 14c, there are provided electric decoration portions 29 to 33 incorporating light emitting means such as LEDs. In the pachinko machine 10, these lighting parts 29 to 33 function as effect lamps such as jackpot lamps, and the lighting parts 29 to 33 are turned on by lighting or blinking of the built-in LEDs at the time of jackpot or reach effects. Alternatively, it flashes to notify that the jackpot is being hit or that the reach is one step before the jackpot. Further, in the upper left part of the front frame 14 as viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), there is provided a display lamp 34 which has built-in light emitting means such as LEDs and can display the payout of a prize ball and when an error occurs.

  In addition, a small window 35 is formed by attaching a transparent resin from the back side so that the back side of the front frame 14 can be visually recognized, on the lower side of the right illumination part 32, and a sticking space K1 on the front side of the game board 13 (FIG. 2) is visible from the front surface of the pachinko machine 10. In addition, in the pachinko machine 10, a plated member 36 made of ABS resin that is chrome-plated is attached to an area around the electric decoration parts 29 to 33 in order to bring out more gorgeousness.

  A ball rental operation unit 40 is disposed below the window 14c. The ball lending operation unit 40 is provided with a frequency display unit 41, a ball lending button 42, and a return button 43. When the ball lending operation unit 40 is operated in a state where a bill or a card is inserted into a card unit (ball lending unit) (not shown) arranged on the side of the pachinko machine 10, Loans are made. Specifically, the frequency display unit 41 is an area in which the remaining amount information such as a card is displayed, and the built-in LED is lit to display the remaining amount as the remaining amount information. The ball lending button 42 is operated to obtain a lending ball based on information recorded on a card or the like (recording medium), and the lending ball is supplied to the upper plate 17 as long as there is a remaining amount on the card or the like. Is done. The return button 43 is operated when requesting the return of a card or the like inserted into the card unit. In addition, in a pachinko machine in which a ball is lent directly to the upper plate 17 from a ball lending device or the like without using a card unit, a so-called cash machine does not require the ball lending operation unit 40. In this case, the ball lending operation unit 40 It is also possible to add a decorative seal or the like to the installation portion of the parts so that the component configuration is common. A pachinko machine using a card unit and a cash machine can be shared.

  In the lower plate unit 15 located on the lower side of the upper plate 17, a lower plate 50 for storing a ball that could not be stored in the upper plate 17 is formed in a substantially box shape having an open upper surface. Yes. On the right side of the lower plate 50, an operation handle 51 that is operated by a player to drive a ball into the front surface of the game board 13 is disposed, and the operation of the ball launching unit 112a is permitted inside the operation handle 51. Touch sensor 51a, a push button-type stop switch 51b for stopping the launch of the ball during the pressing operation, and a variable resistor for detecting the amount of rotation of the operating handle 51 by a change in electric resistance (Not shown). When the operation handle 51 is rotated clockwise by the player, the touch sensor 51a is turned on, and the resistance value of the variable resistor changes corresponding to the operation amount, and according to the rotation operation amount of the operation handle 51. Thus, the ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the resistance value of the variable resistor, and the ball is driven into the front surface of the game board 13 with a jump amount corresponding to the player's operation. Further, when the operation handle 51 is not operated by the player, the touch sensor 51a and the stop switch 51b are off.

  In the lower part of the front of the lower plate 50, a ball removal lever 52 is provided for operating when the balls stored in the lower plate 50 are discharged downward. The ball removal lever 52 is always urged in the right direction. By sliding the ball release lever 52 in the left direction against the urge, the bottom opening formed in the bottom surface of the lower plate 50 is opened. A ball naturally falls from the bottom opening and is discharged. The operation of the ball removal lever 52 is normally performed in a state where a box (generally referred to as “a thousand box”) for receiving the balls discharged from the lower plate 50 is placed below the lower plate 50. As described above, the operation handle 51 is disposed on the right side of the lower plate 50, and the ashtray 53 is attached on the left side of the lower plate 50.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 13 includes a wooden base plate 60 cut into a substantially square shape when viewed from the front, a large number of ball nails, windmills and rails 61 and 62, a general winning opening 63, The ball entrance 64, the variable winning device 65, the variable display device unit 80, and the like are assembled, and the peripheral edge thereof is attached to the back side of the inner frame 12. The general winning port 63, the first winning port 64, the variable winning device 65, and the variable display device unit 80 are arranged in a through hole formed in the base plate 60 by router processing, and the wood screw is provided from the front side of the game board 13. It is fixed by etc. Further, the front center portion of the game board 13 can be viewed from the front side of the inner frame 12 through the window portion 14c of the front frame 14 (see FIG. 1). The configuration of the game board 13 will be described below mainly with reference to FIG.

  An outer rail 62 formed by bending a strip-shaped metal plate into a substantially arc shape is planted on the front surface of the game board 13, and the strip-shaped metal plate is located on the inner side of the outer rail 62 in the same manner as the outer rail 62. The arc-shaped inner rail 61 formed by the above is planted. The inner rail 61 and the outer rail 62 surround the outer periphery of the front surface of the game board 13, and the game board 13 and the glass unit 16 (see FIG. 1) surround the front and rear. A game area in which a game is played is formed by the behavior of. The game area is a front surface of the game board 13 and is a substantially circular area formed by dividing the two rails 61 and 62 and the arc member 70 (a winning hole or the like is provided, Area).

  The two rails 61 and 62 are provided to guide the ball fired from the ball launch unit 112a (see FIG. 6) to the upper part of the game board 13. A return ball preventing member 68 is attached to the front end portion of the inner rail 61 (upper left portion in FIG. 2) to prevent the ball once guided to the upper portion of the game board 13 from returning to the ball guide path again. Is done. A return rubber 69 is attached to the tip of the outer rail 62 (upper right part in FIG. 2) at a position corresponding to the maximum flying portion of the sphere, and the ball launched at a predetermined momentum or more hits the return rubber 69 and gains momentum. Is bounced back to the center while being attenuated. A resin arc member 70 formed by providing an arc connecting the rails on the inner surface side between the lower right end of the inner rail 61 and the upper right end of the outer rail 62 is a base. The plate 60 is driven and fixed.

  In the pachinko machine 10, when a ball enters the first entrance 64, a special symbol (first design) is drawn, and when the ball passes the second entrance 67, a normal symbol (first 2 designs) will be drawn. In the special symbol lottery performed for the entrance to the first entrance 64, whether or not the special symbol is a big hit is determined, and if it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit, Is also determined. When a special symbol wins, the pachinko machine 10 shifts to a special game state, and the special winning opening 65a that is normally closed is until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds elapses or 10 balls are won). ) Is released, and the opening is repeated 5 times (5 rounds). As a result, a large amount of balls are awarded to the specific winning opening 65a, so that a larger amount of prize balls are paid out than usual. There are two types of special symbol jackpot types: “Big Jack A” and “Big Jack B”. After the special gaming state is over, the added value after the jackpot is over, according to these jackpot types Value (game value) is given to the player.

  In addition, when the special symbol (the first symbol) is drawn, after the special symbol variable display is started on the first symbol display device 37 and a predetermined time (for example, 11 seconds to 60 seconds) has elapsed, A special symbol indicating the lottery result is stopped and displayed. When a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the variable display is being performed on the first symbol display device 37, the number of times the ball is held is held up to four times, and the number of balls held is indicated by the first symbol display. It is shown by the device 37 and also in the third symbol display device 81. When the variable display is completed in the first symbol display device 37, if the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 remains, the next special symbol is drawn and the variable display corresponding to the lottery is performed. Is started. Note that a special winning opening 65a that is opened and closed when the pachinko machine 10 is shifted to the special gaming state is provided immediately below the first entrance 64. Therefore, during the special gaming state, the player hits a ball in an attempt to win the special winning opening 65a, so that many balls enter the first winning opening 64. Therefore, in most cases, while the pachinko machine 10 is in the special game state, the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 is maximum (four times).

  On the other hand, in the normal symbol lottery performed for the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67, whether or not the normal symbol is hit is determined. When hitting the normal symbol, the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is released for a predetermined time (for example, 0.2 seconds or 1 second), and the ball easily enters the first entrance 64. It becomes a state. That is, when a normal symbol is hit, it becomes easy for a ball to enter the first entrance 64, and as a result, a special symbol is easily drawn.

  In addition, when the normal symbol (the second symbol) is drawn, the normal symbol variation display is started on the second symbol display device 83, and after a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds or 30 seconds) has elapsed, A normal symbol indicating the lottery result is stopped and displayed. When the ball passes through the second entrance 67 while the fluctuation display is being performed on the second symbol display device 83, the number of passages is held up to four times, and the number of balls held is the first symbol display device 37. And is also shown in the second symbol holding lamp 84. When the variable display is finished in the second symbol display device 83, if the number of reserved balls for the second entrance 67 remains, the next normal symbol lottery is performed and the variable display corresponding to the lottery is performed. Is started.

  As described above, there are two types of special jackpot types, “Big Jack A” and “Big Jack B”.

  In both cases of “big hit A” and “big hit B”, a special gaming state (16R big hit) with 16 rounds is set. In addition, in addition to the above-mentioned added value, the added value after the end of the jackpot is different between “jackpot A” and “jackpot B”. Specifically, “Big jackpot A” will be in a high probability state of the special symbol from the end of the big jackpot until the next big jackpot of the special symbol, the hit probability of the normal symbol will increase, and “Big jackpot B” From the end of the period until the special symbol lottery ends 100 times, the probability of hitting the normal symbol increases.

Here, the “high probability state of the special symbol” means a state where the special symbol jackpot probability is increased, that is, a so-called special symbol probability state (during special symbol change), in other words, the special gaming state (16R jackpot) ) Is a game state that is easy to shift to. On the other hand, a case that is not a “high probability state of a special symbol” is called a “low probability state of a special symbol”, which has a lower probability of jackpot than the probability variation state of a special symbol, that is, the jackpot probability of a special symbol is normal. Indicates the state (normal state of special symbol). The “normal symbol time-short state” (ordinary symbol time-short state) means a game state in which the probability of hitting the normal symbol increases and the ball easily enters the first entrance 64. On the other hand, when it is not “normal symbol short-time state”, it is called “normal symbol normal state”, which indicates that the normal symbol hit probability is normal, that is, the hit probability is lower than during short-time. . Hereinafter, the period in which the pachinko machine 10 is in a high probability state of the special symbol after the special symbol jackpot ends is referred to as a special symbol probability change period. As described above, in the special symbol jackpot in this embodiment, the jackpot Regardless of the type of jackpot, the number of rounds at the time of jackpot and the probability change period of the special symbol are made common, and the period in which “the short state of the normal symbol” is changed according to the jackpot type. On the other hand, the number of rounds may be changed according to the type of jackpot, or the number of rounds may be changed only for a part of the jackpot type. Also, for example, instead of changing the period when the “normal symbol time-short state” is changed according to the type of jackpot, the time for opening the electric accessory (not shown) associated with the first entrance 64 or once It is good also as what changes the frequency | count of opening an electrically-driven accessory in the hit of a normal symbol. Further, in this embodiment, after the jackpot ends, the “special symbol high probability state” and the “normal symbol short-time state”, but after the “special symbol high-probability state”, the “normal symbol short-time state” You may comprise so that it may become.

  In addition, when a special symbol jackpot is reached and a transition is made from the “normal symbol normal state” to the “normal symbol short-time state”, the special symbol lottery will start after the special symbol jackpot ends. In the embodiment, it is continued until 100). On the other hand, after the special symbol jackpot is reached, if the special symbol jackpot is not reached by the end of the special symbol lottery for a predetermined number of times, the state returns to the “normal state of the normal symbol”.

  A first pattern provided with a plurality of light emitting diodes (hereinafter abbreviated as “LEDs”) 37a and a 7-segment display 37b as light emitting means on the upper right portion (right upper portion in FIG. 2) of the game area when viewed from the front. A display device 37 is provided. The first symbol display device 37 displays information corresponding to each control performed by the main control device 110 described later, and mainly displays the gaming state of the pachinko machine 10. The plurality of LEDs 37a perform a variable display by indicating whether or not a special symbol lottery performed in accordance with a ball entering the first ball slot 64 (start winning prize) is being executed or not. As a stopped symbol after the end, a special symbol (first symbol) corresponding to the lottery result of the special symbol is indicated by a lighting state, or variation is not executed among the balls that have entered the first entrance 64. The number of reserved balls, which is the number of balls (reserved balls), is indicated by the lighting state.

  If a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the special symbol (the first symbol) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37, the number of times that the ball has entered is suspended up to four times. The number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37 and also by the third symbol display device 81. In the present embodiment, the entrance to the first entrance 64 is configured to be suspended up to 4 times, but the maximum number of suspensions is not limited to 4 times, but 3 times or less. Alternatively, the number may be set to 5 times or more (for example, 8 times).

  The 7-segment display 37b displays the number of rounds that are a big hit and an error display. Note that the LEDs 37a are configured so that the emission colors (for example, red, green, and blue) of the respective LEDs are different, and depending on the combination of the emission colors, various gaming states of the pachinko machine 10 (high probability states of special symbols) And normal symbols, etc.). In addition, the LED 37a not only indicates whether or not the lottery result of the special symbol is a big hit as a stop symbol after the end of the fluctuation, but if it is a big hit, it corresponds to the big hit type (big hit A, big hit B) A special symbol (first symbol) is shown.

  The game area is provided with a plurality of general winning openings 63 through which 5 to 15 balls are paid out as winning balls when the balls win. In addition, a variable display device unit 80 is disposed in the central portion of the game area. The variable display device unit 80 is provided with a third symbol display device 81 composed of a liquid crystal display (hereinafter simply referred to as “display device”) and a second symbol display device 83 composed of LEDs. . The variable display device unit 80 is provided with a center frame 86 so as to surround the outer periphery of the third symbol display device 81.

  The third symbol display device 81 performs a decorative display according to the display of the first symbol display device 37. For example, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 (start winning prize), a special symbol (first symbol) is displayed on the first symbol display device 37 as a trigger. Further, in the third symbol display device 81, the variation display of the third symbol corresponding to the variation display of the special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  The third symbol display device 81 is composed of a large liquid crystal display of 8 inch size, and the display contents are controlled by a display control device 114 described later, for example, three symbols of left, middle and right A column is displayed. Each symbol row is composed of a plurality of symbols, and these symbols are vertically scrolled for each symbol row so that the third symbol is variably displayed on the display screen of the third symbol display device 81. In the present embodiment, the display of the gaming state accompanying the control of the main control device 110 is performed on the first symbol display device 37, whereas the third symbol display device 81 displays on the first symbol display device 37. Corresponding decorative display is performed. Instead of the display device, for example, the third symbol display device 81 may be configured using a reel or the like.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 4, the display content of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 is demonstrated. FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a display screen of the third symbol display device 81, and FIG. 4 (a) is a diagram schematically showing area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen, FIG. 4B is a diagram illustrating an actual display screen.

  The third symbol is composed of ten types of main symbols composed of numbers from “0” to “9”. Each main symbol is configured by attaching numbers “0” to “9” on a rear symbol made of a wooden box.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the lottery result of the special symbol performed by the main controller 110 (see FIG. 8) described later is a big hit, the variable display in which the same main symbols are aligned is performed. The jackpot is configured to occur after the change display is finished. On the other hand, when the lottery result of the special symbol is out of place, the variable display in which the same main symbols are not arranged is performed.

  For example, if the lottery result of the special symbol is “Large A”, a variable display is performed in which the main symbols to which “1, 3, 5, 7, 9”, which is an odd number, are added are aligned. Further, if “big hit B”, the variable display is performed in which the main symbols to which the even numbers “0, 2, 4, 6, 8” are added are aligned. On the other hand, if the lottery result of the special symbol is off, the variable display in which the main symbols of the same number are not aligned is performed.

  As shown in FIG. 4 (a), the display screen of the 3rd symbol display device 81 is roughly divided into two vertically and the upper 3/4 is the main display area Dm for displaying the 3rd symbol variably, The lower ¼ is a sub display area Ds for displaying the number of reserved balls and the like.

  The main display area Dm is divided into three display areas Dm1 to Dm3 of left, middle, and right, and three symbol rows Z1, Z2, and Z3 are displayed in the three display areas Dm1 to Dm3, respectively. In each symbol row Z1 to Z3, the above-described third symbols are displayed in a prescribed order. That is, in each symbol row Z1 to Z3, main symbols are arranged in ascending order or descending order of numbers, and each symbol row Z1 to Z3 is scrolled from the top to the bottom with periodicity to perform variable display. In particular, the left symbol row Z1 is arranged so that the numbers of the main symbols appear in descending order, and the middle symbol row Z2 and the right symbol row Z3 are arranged so that the numbers of the main symbols appear in ascending order.

  In the main display area Dm, the third symbols are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three rows for each symbol row Z1 to Z3. The middle part of the main display area Dm is set as the active line L1, and in each game, the third symbol stops on the active line L1 in the order of the left symbol row Z1, the right symbol row Z3, and the middle symbol row Z2. Is displayed. If the combination of jackpot symbols (the same main symbol combination in this embodiment) is arranged on the effective line L1 when the third symbol is stopped, a jackpot moving image is displayed as a jackpot.

  On the other hand, the sub display area Ds is provided horizontally long below the main display area Dm. Among these, the sub display area Ds is an area for displaying the number of reserved balls, which is the number of spheres that have not been changed (reserved spheres) among the balls that have entered the first entrance 64.

  On the actual display screen, as shown in FIG. 4B, a total of three main symbols of the third symbol are displayed in the main display area Dm.

  On the other hand, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the variable display is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (1st symbol display device 37), the number of entrances is up to 4 times. The number of balls held is indicated by the first symbol display device 37 and also in the sub display area Ds. In the sub display area Ds, one reserved ball number symbol is displayed per one reserved ball number, and the number of reserved balls is displayed in accordance with the number of displayed retained ball number symbols. That is, when one reserved ball number symbol is displayed in the sub display area Ds1, it indicates that the number of reserved balls is one, and when four reserved ball number symbols are displayed, the number of reserved balls is Indicates four balls. In addition, when the number of reserved balls is not displayed in the sub display area Ds, it indicates that the number of reserved balls is 0, that is, there is no reserved ball.

  In the present embodiment, the ball entering the first ball inlet 64 is configured to be held up to four times, but the maximum number of balls to be held is not limited to four times, but three times. You may set below or 5 times (for example, 8 times). Further, instead of displaying the reserved ball number symbol in the sub-display area Ds, the reserved ball number is different in a part of the third symbol display device 81, or the four divided areas are different by the number of reserved balls. You may make it display in a mode (for example, a color and a lighting pattern). Further, since the number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37, the number of reserved balls may not be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Furthermore, the variable display device unit 80 may be provided with four hold lamps indicating the number of held balls, corresponding to the maximum number of held balls, and the number of held balls may be displayed according to the number of held lamps that are lit.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 5, it is the figure shown about the flow of the detailed fluctuation | variation about the fluctuation fluctuation | variation performed at the time of the stop of the 3rd symbol displayed on the main display area Dm. When the 3rd symbol is displayed in a variable manner (dynamic display), it is a diagram showing the swinging fluctuation that is displayed in a swinging manner to indicate that the 3rd symbol is temporarily stopped before being stopped and displayed. After a predetermined variation mode is displayed, a fluctuation variation indicating that the vehicle is temporarily stopped until a confirmation command output from the main control device 110 described later is received is displayed.

  FIGS. 5A to 5I respectively show display images every 20 ms set in the variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 described later. . FIGS. 5A, 5E, and 5I show the shaking center where the special symbol is displayed at the center position of the main display area Dm. 5 (b) and 5 (d) show the middle of the sway rise in which the third symbol is displayed at the middle position from the center position L1 of the main display area Dm to the highest rise position of the sway fluctuation. FIG.5 (c) has shown the rock | fluctuation raise displayed on the highest raise position where the 3rd symbol raises most and is displayed in fluctuation | variation of a fluctuation | variation. FIGS. 5 (f) and 5 (h) show a swing-down middle where a special symbol is displayed at an intermediate position between the center position L1 of the main display area Dm and the lowest-falling position displayed in the swing fluctuation. Yes. FIG. 5 (g) is a diagram showing the swing descent displayed at the lowest position where the third symbol is displayed with the lowest drop in the fluctuation of the swing.

  FIG. 5A is a diagram corresponding to the drawing content (display content) specified by the address 02E7H of the variable display data table. Similarly, FIG. 5B shows an address 02E8H, FIG. 5C shows an address 02E9H, FIG. 5D shows an address 02EAH, FIG. 5E shows an address 02EBH, and FIG. 5F shows an address. FIG. 5E shows the contents of drawing corresponding to the address 02EDH, FIG. 5H shows the drawing contents corresponding to the address 02EEH, and FIG. 5I shows the drawing contents corresponding to the address 02EFH. Although the details will be described later, the drawing contents of FIGS. 5A to 5I are displayed in order of 20 ms each, so that one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation in which the third symbol is changed and displayed is displayed. It has become.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing in detail one shaking of the third symbol. 6 (a) to 6 (i) are diagrams sequentially illustrating the shaking of the special symbol in the shaking fluctuation set in the fluctuation display data table as in FIGS. 5 (a) to (i). As shown in FIG. 6, the display is moved up and down around the center position L1 of the main display area Dm, and the display is fluctuated up and down.

  In the main controller 110, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 (start winning prize), a special symbol lottery is performed using the ball as a trigger, and then a special symbol (first symbol) is displayed on the first symbol display device 37. Variation display of symbols is executed. Further, the variation pattern command and the stop type command are transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. As a result, the third symbol display device 81 causes the third symbol in accordance with the variation display of the first symbol display device 37. Is displayed.

  When the 3rd symbol variation display is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, first, the 3rd symbol's high-speed variation display is started, and then a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds to 60 seconds). When elapses, the display switches to the medium symbol variation display of the third symbol, and further switches to the low symbol variation display of the third symbol. Here, when the lottery result of the special symbol is a big hit, the temporary stop display in which the main symbols of the same number (the third symbol) are aligned is performed and the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and then output from the main controller 110. On the basis of receiving the jackpot confirmation command, the variation effect ends, and then the jackpot effect is started. On the other hand, when the lottery result of the special symbol is out of place, the temporary stop display in which the main symbols of the same number (the third symbol) are not aligned is performed, and the fluctuation variation display indicating that the temporary stop is performed is executed. Then, if the variation effect ends based on the reception of the deviation confirmation command output from the main controller 110 and there is a pending start prize, the next special symbol will be drawn and the next variation will be performed. Production begins.

  With reference to FIG. 7, the flow of the display mode of the deviation variation pattern displayed when the lottery result is deviation will be described as an example of the variation pattern of the third symbol. FIG. 7 is a timing chart showing the flow of a deviation variation pattern in which the third symbol is variably displayed. Although details will be described later, when the sound lamp control device 113 receives the variation pattern command output from the main control device 110, the display variation pattern command is output to the display control device 114, and the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 is output. The display data table storing the display content indicated by the display variation pattern command received by the above is set, and the variation display of the third symbol is started on the third symbol display device 81. As shown in FIG. 7, when the variation display of the third symbol is started, the left symbol of the third symbol is the main symbol display area after a predetermined time (the time set in the variation pattern selected in advance) Z1t. A temporary stop display is displayed at the center position L1 of Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. Next, at Z3t, the right symbol is temporarily stopped at the center position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. Thereafter, at Z2t, the middle symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed at the center position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. After that, for the third symbol (left symbol, right symbol, middle symbol), the fluctuation variation display is repeatedly performed. As shown in FIGS. 5 (a) to 5 (i), the fluctuation of the fluctuation is executed in a series of steps, and is displayed at the fluctuation center through the middle of the movement as shown in FIG. 5 (h). During the 200 ms until the end of, the fluctuation fluctuation is stopped and displayed on the display of the fluctuation center, and when the display detachment confirmation command is received at the end of the fluctuation time, the confirmation stop display process is executed as it is. Here, the details of the fixed stop display process will be described later. However, the same symbol as the third symbol displayed by the fluctuation fluctuation is the same as the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)), and the main display area Dm. Is switched to a fixed display symbol in which the third symbol is displayed at the center position L1. On the other hand, if the display deviation confirmation command is not received, the shaking fluctuation is resumed, and when the display deviation confirmation command is received, the fluctuation fluctuation is confirmed and stopped. In this case as well, as described above, the symbol is switched to the same symbol as that displayed at the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) and stopped and displayed as the fixed symbol of the third symbol.

  In the normal state, since the display deviation confirmation command is received at the end of the fluctuation time, the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and after the fluctuation fluctuation to a series of fluctuation centers is performed, the fluctuation center ( In the state shown in FIG. 5 (i), the display is stopped by switching the third symbol similar to that of the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) as the confirmed symbol. As a result, as shown in FIG. 5 (a) to (i), the third fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)) is the timing at which one cycle of fluctuation fluctuation is completed. A third symbol similar to the symbol displayed at the shaking center (Fig. 5 (i)) that can be switched by the fixed display from the state in which the symbol is variably displayed at the central position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm. It is possible to confirm and stop by switching and displaying in the display mode. Therefore, the 3rd symbol can be switched to the same 3rd symbol display mode from the state in which the center of shaking is displayed after passing through a series of fluctuations (one period) of fluctuation fluctuation, and can be confirmed and stopped. Thus, it is possible to make the end of the fluctuation of fluctuation coincide with the symbol to be confirmed and stop without a sense of discomfort. In addition, a time difference between the time measured by the display control device 114 and the time measured by the main control device 110 occurs, and a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is issued earlier than the end time of the variable time counted by the display control device 114. Even when received, within the range of 200 ms, the third symbol can be stopped and displayed with a constant display as usual.

  The 3rd symbol displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 is a symbol that is variably displayed in synchronization with the 1st symbol displayed on the 1st symbol display device 37, and the 1st symbol is variably stopped. In accordance with the timing, the third symbol is also variably stopped based on the come-off confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command output from the main controller 110. The first symbol is directly controlled by the main controller 110, while the third symbol is controlled by the display controller 114 based on various control signals output from the main controller 110. The main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 (display control device 114) have a one-way communication configuration in which a command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. For this reason, the main controller 110 displays in what state the 3rd symbol is displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (for example, whether it is a display of a shaking center during fluctuation fluctuation, or a display of a descent of shaking) Etc.), and when the end time of the special symbol variation time is reached by the time measured by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, a detachment confirmation command that unidirectionally instructs the stop of the third symbol or The jackpot confirmation command is output to the sound lamp control device 113.

  When the sound lamp control device 113 receives the detachment confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command from the main control device 110, the display detachment confirmation command or display unidirectionally instructs the display control device 114 to stop the third symbol. The jackpot confirmation command is output. Therefore, when the 3rd pattern is fluctuating, and if a display out-of-display confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command is received on the display of the swing down, the display of the center of swing is displayed without going through the middle of the swing down. The display is stopped and confirmed. In such a case, the same display as that of the center of the swing is suddenly displayed without passing the display of the middle of the swinging down, so that the stop display of the symbol becomes unstable and difficult to see.

  However, in this embodiment, after the fluctuation time is displayed 200 ms before the end of the fluctuation time, the fluctuation fluctuation is displayed in a series of flow to the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)), and then the display of the fluctuation center is displayed for 200 ms. It was configured to be maintained (stop display). With this configuration, when a display outage confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command that is received if normal at the end of the fluctuation time is received, it can be stopped and displayed as it is at the position of the shaking center. The variation of the 3rd pattern can be stopped and displayed neatly at the same position of fluctuation fluctuation (display of the fluctuation center after a series of fluctuation fluctuations) every time. Therefore, each time the fluctuation is displayed as a series of fluctuations, and actually stopped at the position of the shaking center for 200 ms, but it is a very short time from the player's point of view. After the change, it can appear as if it is stopped. Therefore, the third symbol can be stopped cleanly every time after a series of fluctuations. As a result, it is possible to show the player as if the third symbol is stopped and displayed at the same timing every time, and the player can see the variation display of the third symbol without feeling uncomfortable.

  Furthermore, it is preferable that the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed in synchronization with the timing when the 1st symbol is stopped. When the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed for production during the fluctuation time, the 3rd symbol is temporarily stopped. By changing the shaking shown, the player is informed that the time is changing and is a temporary stop. Here, as in the configuration of the present embodiment, the special symbol is stopped and displayed for 200 ms just before the end of the variable time, but 200 ms is extremely short from the player's point of view, and is actually stopped and displayed. In addition, when the display out-of-display confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is not received at the end of the fluctuation time, it is configured so that the fluctuation fluctuates again. Even if the display is stopped for a while, it is not visible to the player as if only the third symbol is stopped without synchronizing with the first symbol, and it is possible to prevent the player from being confused. In addition, even when reception of the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is delayed due to some malfunction, the fluctuation of the shake is resumed, so that the problem that only the third symbol is stopped and displayed can be prevented. In addition, as for a series of fluctuations of shaking fluctuation, FIGS. 5A to 5I are displayed for 20 ms each. A series of fluctuations of the fluctuation is 160 ms, assuming that the period from the display of the fluctuation center shown in FIG. 5A to the start of the display of the fluctuation center shown in FIG. By setting the stop display time in the display of the shake center in this embodiment to 200 ms, it is set to a time longer than the time required for the shake fluctuation and shorter than the fluctuation fluctuation for two cycles. In addition, it is possible to easily set the shaking fluctuation within the fluctuation time to be stopped and displayed for 200 ms at the shaking center at the end of the series of shaking fluctuations. In addition, it can be prevented that the player pauses (for 200 ms) for a long time and appears to be stopped by the player.

  In the present embodiment, 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time is stopped and displayed with the display of the shaking center. However, the remaining 100 ms until the end of the fluctuation time is stopped and displayed at the shaking center for 200 ms. The display may be stopped until 100 ms after the end of the fluctuation time. With this configuration, there is a difference between the variation time measured by the display control device 114 and the variation time measured by the main control device 110, and the confirmation command is issued after the variation time measured by the display control device 114 ends. Even when it is output from the main controller 110, if it is within 100 ms, it is before the fluctuation fluctuation is resumed, so that the fluctuation can be stopped (definite stop) with the display of the fluctuation center. Also in this case, since the pause time is within 200 ms, it is difficult for the player to determine whether or not the fluctuation stop before the end of the fluctuation time. It can appear as if the change stopped.

  The jackpot effect is divided into three periods, a period in which a round effect is performed and a period in which an ending effect is performed. The round effect is an effect for notifying the player of the number of rounds to be started. In addition, the ending effect notifies the player of the end of the special gaming state, and also notifies the player of the game value (ordinary symbol time period) given to the player after the jackpot ends (displays the time period). Or, it is an effect for notifying the player that a lottery result will be a big hit in a special symbol lottery that is on hold (to perform a definite effect display). In the ending effect, the fact that the game value (ordinary symbol short time period) is notified to the player is referred to as “short time period display”, and the lottery result becomes a big hit in the special symbol lottery that is on hold. This is referred to as “confirmed effect display” being performed.

  Returning to FIG. 2, the description will be continued. The second symbol display device 83 performs a variable display by indicating, by a lighting state, whether or not a normal symbol lottery performed as the ball passes through the second entrance 67, As a stop symbol after the end of the change, a normal symbol (second symbol) corresponding to the lottery result of the normal symbol is indicated by a lighting state.

  More specifically, in the second symbol display device 83, every time the ball passes through the second entrance 67, the symbol “◯” and the symbol “x” as the second symbol are alternately lit. Fluctuation display is performed. In the pachinko machine 10, when the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 stops at a predetermined symbol (in this embodiment, a symbol “◯”), the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is activated for a predetermined time. As a result, it is configured such that a ball easily enters the first entrance 64. The number of times the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 is held up to a maximum of 4 times, and the number of held balls is displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and also lit on the second symbol holding lamp 84. The Four second symbol holding lamps 84 are provided corresponding to the maximum number of holdings, and are arranged symmetrically below the third symbol display device 81.

  The normal symbol (second symbol) variable display is performed by switching on and off of a plurality of lamps in the second symbol display device 83 as in the present embodiment, as well as the first symbol display device 37. Alternatively, a part of the third symbol display device 81 may be used. Similarly, the second symbol holding lamp 84 may be turned on by a part of the third symbol display device 81. In addition, the passage of the sphere at the second entrance 67 is not limited to 4 times as in the case of the 1st entrance 64, but is limited to 3 times or less, or 5 times or more. (For example, 8 times) may be set. Further, since the number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37, the second symbol reservation lamp 84 may not perform lighting display.

  Below the variable display device unit 80, a first entrance 64 into which a sphere can enter is disposed. When a ball enters the first entrance 64, a first entrance switch (not shown) provided on the back side of the game board 13 is turned on, and the first entrance switch is turned on. The main controller 110 draws a special symbol, and a display corresponding to the lottery result is indicated by the LED 37 a of the first symbol display device 37. The first entrance 64 is also one of the entrances through which 5 balls are paid out as prize balls when a ball enters.

  A variable winning device 65 is disposed below the first ball opening 64, and a horizontally-long rectangular specific winning port (large opening) 65a is provided at a substantially central portion thereof. In the pachinko machine 10, when the special symbol lottery performed in the main controller 110 is a big win, the LED 37a of the first symbol display device 37 is turned on after a predetermined time (fluctuation time) has elapsed so as to become a big hit stop symbol. In addition, a stop symbol of the third symbol corresponding to the jackpot is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 to indicate the occurrence of the jackpot. Thereafter, the game state transitions to a special game state (a big hit of 5 rounds) in which a larger amount of prize balls are paid out than usual. In this special gaming state, the special winning opening 65a that is normally closed is opened for a predetermined time (for example, until 30 seconds have elapsed or ten balls have been won).

  The specific winning opening 65a is closed when a predetermined time elapses, and after the closing, the specific winning opening 65a is opened again for a predetermined time. The opening / closing operation of the specific winning opening 65a can be repeated five times (five rounds). The state in which the opening / closing operation is performed is one form of a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player. Is done.

  Specifically, the variable winning device 65 includes a horizontally long rectangular opening / closing plate that covers the specific winning opening 65a, and a large opening solenoid (not shown) for opening and closing forward with the lower side of the opening / closing plate as an axis. And. The special winning opening 65a is normally closed so that the ball cannot win or is difficult to win. In the case of a big hit, the large opening opening solenoid is driven to tilt the opening / closing plate to the lower front side to temporarily form an open state in which the ball is likely to win the specific winning opening 65a. It operates to repeat the state and the state alternately.

  Note that the special gaming state is not limited to the above-described form. When the game area is provided with a large opening that is opened and closed separately from the specific winning opening 65a, and the LED 37a corresponding to the jackpot is turned on in the first symbol display device 37, the specific winning opening 65a is opened for a predetermined time, and the specific winning opening A special gaming state is defined as a game state in which a large opening provided separately from the specific winning port 65a is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times when the ball 65 is opened into the specific winning port 65a. You may make it form.

  Adhesive spaces K1 and K2 for adhering certificate stamps, identification labels, and the like are provided at the left and right corners on the lower side of the game board 13. It can be visually recognized through the small window 35 (see FIG. 1).

  Further, the game board 13 is provided with an out port 66. A ball that has not entered any of the winning openings 63, 64, 65a is guided through an out port 66 to a ball discharge path (not shown). A number of nails are planted on the game board 13 in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the falling direction of the ball, and various members (instruments) such as a windmill are arranged.

  As shown in FIG. 3, control board units 90 and 91 and a back pack unit 94 are mainly provided on the back side of the pachinko machine 10. The control board unit 90 is unitized by mounting a main board (main control apparatus 110), an audio lamp control board (audio lamp control apparatus 113), and a display control board (display control apparatus 114). The control board unit 91 is unitized by mounting a payout control board (payout control apparatus 111), a firing control board (launching control apparatus 112), a power supply board (power supply apparatus 115), and a card unit connection board 116.

  The back pack unit 94 includes a back pack 92 and a dispensing unit 93 that form a protective cover. In addition, each control board is used for MPU as a one-chip microcomputer that controls each control, a port for communicating with various devices, a random number generator used for various lotteries, time counting and synchronization. A clock pulse generation circuit or the like is mounted as necessary.

  The main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114, the payout control device 111 and the firing control device 112, the power supply device 115, and the card unit connection board 116 are housed in the board boxes 100 to 104, respectively. . The board boxes 100 to 104 include a box base and a box cover that covers the opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are connected to each other, and each control device and each board are accommodated.

  Further, the substrate box 100 (main control device 110) and the substrate box 102 (dispensing control device 111 and launch control device 112) connect the box base and the box cover so that they cannot be opened by a sealing unit (not shown) (caulking structure). Consolidated). In addition, a seal (not shown) is attached to the connecting portion between the box base and the box cover so as to cover the box base and the box cover. This seal seal is made of a brittle material. If the seal is to be peeled off in order to open the substrate boxes 100, 102, or if the substrate boxes 100, 102 are forcibly opened, the box base side and the box cover are removed. Cut to the side. Therefore, it is possible to know whether or not the substrate boxes 100 and 102 have been opened by checking the sealing unit or the sealing seal.

  The payout unit 93 includes a tank 130 that is located at the top of the back pack unit 94 and opens upward, a tank rail 131 that is connected to the lower side of the tank 130 and is gently inclined toward the downstream side, and downstream of the tank rail 131. A case rail 132 that is vertically connected to the side, and a payout device 133 that is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail 132 and that pays out a ball by a predetermined electrical configuration of the payout motor 216 (see FIG. 6). ing. Balls supplied from the island facilities of the game hall are sequentially replenished to the tank 130, and a required number of balls are paid out by the payout device 133 as appropriate. A vibrator 134 for applying vibration to the tank rail 131 is attached to the tank rail 131.

  The payout control device 111 is provided with a state return switch 120, the firing control device 112 is provided with a variable resistor operation knob 121, and the power supply device 115 is provided with a RAM erase switch 122. The state return switch 120 is operated, for example, to eliminate ball clogging (return to a normal state) when a payout error occurs, such as ball clogging in the payout motor 216 (see FIG. 6). The operation knob 121 is operated to adjust the firing force of the firing solenoid. The RAM erase switch 122 is operated when the power is turned on to return the pachinko machine 10 to the initial state.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10.

  The main controller 110 is equipped with an MPU 201 as a one-chip microcomputer that is an arithmetic unit. The MPU 201 includes a ROM 202 that stores various control programs executed by the MPU 201 and fixed value data, and a memory that temporarily stores various data when the control program stored in the ROM 202 is executed. A certain RAM 203 and various other circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit are incorporated. Various commands are transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sub control device by the data transmission / reception circuit in order to instruct the sub control device such as the payout control device 111 and the sound lamp control device 113 to operate. Such a command is transmitted from the main controller 110 to the sub controller only in one direction.

  In main controller 110, special symbol lottery, normal symbol lottery, display setting on first symbol display device 37, display setting on second symbol display device 83, and display setting on third symbol display device 81 The main processing of the pachinko machine 10 is executed. The RAM 203 is provided with various counters for controlling these processes. Here, a counter and the like provided in the RAM 203 of the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. These counters, etc., are a special symbol lottery, a normal symbol lottery, a display setting on the first symbol display device 37, a display setting on the second symbol display device 83, and a display setting on the third symbol display device 81. For example, the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 is used.

  In order to select a special symbol lottery and the first symbol random number counter C1 used for the special symbol lottery and the special symbol lottery for setting the display of the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 The first per-type counter C2 used for the selection, the stop-type selection counter C3 used for selecting the out-of-service stop type in the special symbol, and the first initial value random number used for setting the initial value of the first per-random number counter C1 A counter CINI1 and a variation type counter CS1 used for variation pattern selection are used. In addition, the second random number counter C4 is used for lottery of normal symbols, and the second initial random number counter CINI2 is used for setting the initial value of the second random number counter C4. Each of these counters is a loop counter that adds 1 to the previous value every time it is updated and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value.

  Each counter is updated, for example, at an interval of 2 milliseconds, which is the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and some counters are updated irregularly in the main process (see FIG. 23). Then, the updated value is appropriately stored in a counter buffer set in a predetermined area of the RAM 203. The RAM 203 is provided with a special symbol reservation ball storage area 203a including one execution area and four reservation areas (holding first to fourth areas), and each of these areas has a first entrance slot. Each value of the first hit random number counter C1, the first hit type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 is stored in accordance with the timing of entering the ball 64. In addition, the RAM 203 is provided with a normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b composed of one execution area and four holding areas (holding first to fourth areas). The value of the second random number counter C4 is stored in accordance with the timing of passing through any of the second entrances (through gates) 67.

  Each counter will be described in detail. The first per-random number counter C1 is incremented by 1 within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 299) and reaches 0 after reaching the maximum value (for example, 299 for a counter that can take a value of 0 to 299). It is the composition which returns to. In particular, when the first random number counter C1 makes one round, the value of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 at that time is read as the initial value of the first random number counter C1.

  The first initial value random number counter CINI1 is configured as a loop counter that is updated in the same range as the first random number counter C1. That is, for example, when the first random number counter C1 is a loop counter that can take a value of 0 to 299, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 is also a loop counter in the range of 0 to 299. The first initial value random number counter CINI1 is updated once every execution of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15) and is repeatedly updated within the remaining time of the main process (see FIG. 23).

  The value of the first random number counter C1 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding ball in the RAM 203 at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the storage area 203a. The random number value that is a special symbol jackpot is set by a special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110, and the value of the first random number counter C1 is the special symbol jackpot random number table C1. When it matches with the value of the random number that becomes the jackpot set by the symbol jackpot random number table, it is determined that the jackpot of the special symbol. In addition, this special symbol jackpot random number table is used for special symbols at low probability (period when the special symbol is in a low probability state), and at high probability (special symbols) that have a higher probability of winning a special symbol than that low probability. The period of a high probability state) is divided into two types, and the number of random numbers that are jackpots included in each is set differently. In this way, by changing the number of random numbers that are jackpots, the probability of jackpots is changed between when the special symbol has a low probability and when the special symbol has a high probability. A special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) for a special symbol with a high probability and a special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) for a special symbol with a low probability are stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110. Is provided.

  The first hit type counter C2 determines the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 when the special symbol is a big hit, and increments one by one within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 99). Then, after reaching the maximum value (for example, 99 in the case of a counter that can take a value of 0 to 99), it returns to 0. The value of the first hit type counter C2 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding in the RAM 203 is held at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the sphere storage area 203a.

  Here, if the value of the first per-random number counter C1 stored in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a is not a random number that is a big hit of the special symbol, that is, if it is a random number that is out of the special symbol, the first The display mode corresponding to the stop symbol displayed on the symbol display device 37 is the one when the special symbol is off.

  On the other hand, if the value of the first per-random number counter C1 stored in the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is a random number that is a big hit of the special symbol, it corresponds to the stop symbol displayed on the first symbol display device 37. The display mode is that of the special symbol jackpot. In this case, the specific display mode at the time of the big hit is the display mode indicated by the value of the first hit type counter C2 stored in the same special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a.

  The first random number counter C1 in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured as a 2-byte loop counter in the range of 0 to 299. In the first per random number counter C1, there are three random numbers that are big hits of the special symbol when the special symbol has a low probability, and the random value “7, 107, 282” is a special symbol for the low probability. Stored in the jackpot random number table. Thus, when the special symbol has a low probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 3 among the total number of random number values, and therefore, the probability that the special symbol is jackpot is “1/100”.

  On the other hand, when there is a high probability of a special symbol, there are 30 random numbers that are jackpots of the special symbol, which are “4, 11, 28, 38, 45, 52, 64, 78, 83, 99, 106, 112, 122, 134, 140, 151, 168, 176, 183, 197, 207, 218, 222, 231, 249, 256, 263, 270, 285, 299 "is a special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability. Stored in In this way, when the special symbol has a high probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 30 among the total number of random number values, so the probability that the special symbol jackpot is “1/10”.

  In this embodiment, the random number value that is a jackpot stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for the low probability time, and the random number value that is the jackpot stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for the high probability time In order to avoid duplicate values, random numbers for each jackpot are set. Here, if there is a value that is always used as a jackpot random value regardless of the situation of the pachinko machine 10, the random value may be input from the outside, and the jackpot may be easily illegally assigned. On the other hand, as in this embodiment, depending on the situation (that is, depending on whether the pachinko machine 10 is in a high probability state of a special symbol or a low probability state of a special symbol), the random number value that is a jackpot is changed. As a result, it is possible to make it difficult to predict a random value that is a big hit of a special symbol, and thus it is possible to suppress fraud.

  Further, the value of the first hit type counter C2 in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured as a loop counter in the range of 0-99. Then, as shown in FIG. 10A, in the first hit type counter C2, the big hit type when the random number value is “0 to 59” is “big hit A”. The jackpot type when the value is “60 to 99” is “jackpot B”.

  As described above, the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured such that two types of hit types (big hit A and big hit B) are determined based on the random number value indicated by the first hit type counter C2. The random value for determining the special symbol jackpot type from the value (random number value) of the first hit type counter C2 is set by a special symbol jackpot type table (not shown). It is provided in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110.

  For example, the stop type selection counter C3 is incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 99, for example, and reaches a maximum value (that is, 99) and then returns to 0. In the present embodiment, the stop type at the time of release displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is selected by the stop type selection counter C3, and after reach occurs, the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol. “Rear out of front / rear” (for example, 98, 99), and “reach other than front / rear out of reach” (for example, in the range of 90 to 97) where the final stop symbol stops other than before and after the reach symbol after the occurrence of reach. Three stop (rendering) patterns are selected that are “completely out” (for example, a range of 0 to 89) that does not cause reach. The value of the stop type selection counter C3 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding ball is stored in the RAM 203 at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the area 203a.

  The random value for determining the stop type of the special symbol from the value (random number value) of the stop type selection counter C3 is set by a stop type selection table (not shown). It is provided in the ROM 202 of the device 110. In this embodiment, this table is divided into a special symbol for high probability and a special symbol for low probability, and a random value range set for each outage stop type according to the table. Is changing. This is because the selection ratio of the stop type is changed depending on whether the pachinko machine 10 is in a special symbol high probability state or a special symbol low probability state.

  For example, in a high-probability state, a table for a high-probability time with a wide range of random values from 0 to 89 corresponding to the stop type “completely out” is selected so that a reach effect is not selected more than necessary because a big hit is likely to occur. Is selected, and “completely off” is easily selected. In this table, the “front / rear detachment reach” is narrowed to 98,99, and the “reach other than front / rear detachment” is also narrowed to 90 to 97, making it difficult to select “rearward / rearward detachment reach” and “reach other than front / rear detachment”. In the low probability state, the random value range corresponding to the stop type “completely off” is 0 to 79 and the probability is low so as to secure the time for entering the ball into the first entrance 64. Table is selected, and “completely out” is difficult to select.

  In this stop type selection table, the range of random values corresponding to the stop type of “reach other than front / rear out” is widened to 80 to 97, and “reach other than front / rear out” is easily selected. Therefore, in the low probability state, it is possible to perform a lot of reach display with a long production time, so it is possible to secure the time for entering the ball into the first entrance 64 and the variable display by the third symbol display device 81 is continued. It becomes easy to be done. In the latter table as well, the range of random values corresponding to the stop type of “front / rear out of reach” is set to 98,99.

  The variation type counter CS1 is, for example, incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 198, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 198). Rough display modes such as so-called normal reach and super reach are determined by the variation type counter CS1. Specifically, the display mode is determined by determining the variation time of the symbol variation. Based on the fluctuation time determined by the fluctuation type counter CS1, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 determine the reach type of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and the detailed symbol variation mode. The The value of the variation type counter CS1 is updated once every time a main process (see FIG. 23) described later is executed once, and is repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the main process. A fluctuation pattern table (not shown) that stores a random value for determining one fluctuation time of symbol fluctuation from the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1 (random number value) is provided in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110. Yes.

  In the variation pattern table, for example, as a variation pattern for detachment, various types of “out (for long time)”, “out (for short time)”, “out normal reach”, “out super reach”, “out special reach” "Various types are prescribed. Then, a variation pattern is selected from the various variation patterns defined in the variation pattern table according to the predicted lottery result and the predicted stop type (a jackpot type in the case of a jackpot).

  The second random number counter C4 is configured as a loop counter that is incremented one by one within a range of, for example, 0 to 239 and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 239). Further, when the second random number counter C4 makes one round, the value of the second initial value random number counter CINI2 at that time is read as the initial value of the second random number counter C4. In this embodiment, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 is periodically updated, for example, every timer interrupt process, and it is detected that the ball has passed through either the left or right second entrance (through gate) 67. And is stored in the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b of the RAM 203.

  The value of the random number that becomes the normal symbol is set by a random number table (not shown) per normal symbol stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller, and the value of the second random number counter C4 is the normal symbol value. When the winning random number value set by the winning random number table coincides with the winning random number table, it is determined that the normal symbol is hit. In addition, this random number table per normal symbol is used for low probability of a normal symbol (period in which the normal symbol is in a normal state), and at a high probability that the normal symbol is more likely to hit than the low probability (normal symbol of the normal symbol) The number of random numbers that are jackpots included in each is set differently. In this way, by changing the number of random numbers to be won, the probability of winning is changed between the low probability of the normal symbol and the high probability of the normal symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 10 (b), there are 24 random numbers that are hit by the normal symbol when the normal symbol has a low probability, and the range is “5-28”. These random values are stored in a random table per normal symbol for low probability. Thus, when the probability of a normal symbol is low, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 24 among the total number of random number values, and therefore the probability of jacking a special symbol is “1/10”.

  When the pachinko machine 10 has a low probability of a normal symbol, when the ball passes through the second entrance 67, the value of the second random number counter C4 is acquired and the normal symbol is displayed in the second symbol display device 83. Is displayed for 30 seconds. Then, if the value of the acquired second random number counter C4 is in the range of “5 to 28”, it is determined that the winning symbol is selected, and after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 ends, the stop symbol (second symbol) ), The symbol “◯” is lit and displayed, and the first entrance 64 is opened for “0.2 seconds × 1 time”. In the present embodiment, when the pachinko machine 10 is at a low probability of a normal symbol, the first entrance 64 is opened for “0.2 seconds × one time” when the normal symbol is hit. The opening time and the number of times may be set arbitrarily. For example, “0.5 seconds × 2 times” may be opened.

  On the other hand, when there is a high probability of a normal symbol, there are 200 random values that are jackpots of the normal symbol, and the range is “5-204”. These random number values are stored in a random table per symbol for high probability. Thus, when the special symbol has a low probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 200 among the total number of random number values, and therefore, the probability that the special symbol is jackpot is “1 / 1.2”.

  When the pachinko machine 10 has a high probability of a normal symbol, when the ball passes the second entrance 67, the value of the second random number counter C4 is acquired and the normal symbol is displayed in the second symbol display device 83. Is displayed for 3 seconds. Then, if the acquired value of the second random number counter C4 is in the range of “5 to 204”, it is determined that the winning symbol is selected, and after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 ends, the stop symbol (second symbol) ), The symbol “◯” is lit and displayed, and the first entrance 64 is opened “for 1 second × 2 times”. As described above, when the normal symbol has a high probability, the variation display time becomes very short, “30 seconds → 3 seconds”, compared to the normal symbol having a low probability, and further, the first entrance 64 is released. Since the period becomes very long as “0.2 seconds × 1 time → 1 second × 2 times”, it becomes easy for the ball to enter the first entrance 64. Note that a table (not shown) storing random number values for determining whether or not a normal symbol is hit from the value (random number value) of the second hit random number counter C4 is provided in the ROM 202. In the present embodiment, when the pachinko machine 10 has a high probability of a normal symbol, the first entrance 64 is opened only “one second × two times” when the normal symbol is hit. What is necessary is just to set time and frequency | count arbitrarily. For example, “3 seconds × 3 times” may be opened.

  The second initial value random number counter CINI2 is configured as a loop counter that is updated in the same range as the second random number counter C4 (value = 0 to 239), and is updated once every timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15). And repeatedly updated within the remaining time of the main process (see FIG. 23).

  As described above, the RAM 203 is provided with various counters and the like, and the main control device 110 performs the big win lottery and the display in the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 according to the value of the counter and the like. The main processing of the pachinko machine 10 such as setting and lottery of the display result on the second symbol display device 83 can be executed.

  Returning to FIG. 8, the description will be continued. In addition to the various counters illustrated in FIG. 9, the RAM 203 stores a stack area for storing the contents of the internal registers of the MPU 201 and the return address of a control program executed by the MPU 201, various flags and counters, I / O, and the like There is a work area (work area) in which the value is stored.

  Note that the RAM 203 is configured so that the backup voltage is supplied from the power supply device 115 and the data can be retained (backed up) even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is shut off, and all data stored in the RAM 203 is backed up. .

  When the power is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the stack pointer and the value of each register when the power is shut off (including when the power failure occurs, the same applies hereinafter) are stored in the RAM 203. On the other hand, at the time of power-on (including power-on due to power failure cancellation, the same applies hereinafter), the state of the pachinko machine 10 is restored to the state before power-off based on information stored in the RAM 203. Writing to the RAM 203 is executed when the power is shut off by the main process (see FIG. 23), and restoration of each value written in the RAM 203 is executed in a startup process (see FIG. 22) when the power is turned on. Note that the power failure signal SG1 from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 is input to the NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the MPU 201 when the power is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. Is input immediately, the NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 21) as a power failure process is immediately executed.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the RAM 203 has a special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, a normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b, a special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c, a normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d, It has a counter 203e and other storage area 203z.

  The special symbol holding ball storage area 203a has one execution area and four holding areas (holding first area to holding fourth area). Each of these areas has a first per-random number counter C1. Each value of the first hit type counter C2 and the stop type selection counter C3 is stored.

  More specifically, each value of each of the counters C1 to C3 is acquired at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64 (start winning), and the acquired data is stored in four holding areas (holding first). Among the vacant areas (1 area to reserved 4th area), the areas are stored in order from the area with the smallest area number (1st to 4th). That is, as the area number is smaller, the data corresponding to the winning that is older in time is stored, and the data corresponding to the winning that is older in time is stored in the first reserved area. If data is stored in all four reserved areas, nothing is newly stored.

  Thereafter, when the special control lottery is performed in the main controller 110, the values of the counters C1 to C3 stored in the holding first area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a are shifted to the execution area. Then, based on the values of the counters C1 to C3 stored in the execution area, a determination such as lottery of a special symbol is performed.

  Note that when the data is shifted from the reserved first area to the execution area, the reserved first area becomes empty. Therefore, a shift process is performed in which winning data stored in other reserved areas (holding second area to holding fourth area) is packed into a holding area having a smaller area number (holding first area to holding third area). Done. In the present embodiment, in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, data is shifted only for the reserved areas (second reserved area to fourth reserved area) where winning data is stored.

  Similarly to the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b has one execution area and four reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area). In each of these areas, a second random number counter C4 is stored.

  More specifically, the value of the counter C4 is acquired at the timing when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, and the acquired data is stored in four reservation areas (holding first area to holding). Among the vacant areas of the (fourth area), the areas are stored in order from the area with the smallest area number (first to fourth). That is, as with the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the data corresponding to the winning is stored while the winning order is maintained. If data is stored in all four reserved areas, nothing is newly stored.

  Thereafter, when the main controller 110 performs a lottery for a normal symbol, the value of the counter C4 stored in the holding first area of the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b is shifted to the execution area ( Based on the value of the counter C4 stored in the execution area, a determination such as lottery for a normal symbol is performed.

  When the data is shifted from the reserved first area to the execution area, the reserved first area becomes empty, and as in the case of the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the prizes stored in the other reserved areas are stored. A shift process is performed in which data is packed into a reserved area with an area number smaller by one. The data is also shifted only for the reserved area where the winning data is stored.

  The special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is a variation display (third symbol display) of the special symbol (first symbol) performed by the first symbol display device 37 on the basis of the entrance to the first entrance 64 (start winning prize). It is a counter that counts the number of reserved balls (number of waiting times) of the variable display performed by the device 81 up to four times. This special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is set to an initial value of zero, and every time a ball enters the first entrance 64 and the number of held balls in the variable display increases, the maximum value 4 is increased to 1. Addition is performed (see S404 in FIG. 18). On the other hand, the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is decremented by 1 every time the special symbol variation display is newly executed (see S205 in FIG. 16).

  The value of the special symbol hold ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is notified to the voice lamp control device 113 by the hold ball number command (see S206 in FIG. 16 and S405 in FIG. 18). The reserved ball number command is a command transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 every time the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is changed.

  The voice lamp control device 113 uses the hold ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110 every time the value of the special symbol hold ball number counter 203c is changed, and the variable display hold ball held in the main control device 110. You can get the value of the number itself. As a result, the number of held balls for variable display managed by the special symbol held ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 is the number of held balls for actual variable display held in the main controller 110 due to the influence of noise or the like. Even if it is deviated from, the deviation can be corrected by the next number of reserved balls command received.

  The voice lamp control device 113 manages the number of held balls based on the number of held balls command, and each time the number of held balls changes, the display hold for notifying the display control device 114 of the number of held balls. Send the ball number command. The display control device 114 displays the number of reserved balls in the sub-display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81 based on the number of reserved balls notified by the display reserved ball number command.

  The normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d displays the number of held balls (the number of waiting times) of the variable symbol display of the normal symbol (second symbol) performed by the second symbol display device 83 based on the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67. It is a counter that counts up to four times. The normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d has an initial value set to zero. Each time the ball passes through the second entrance 67 and the number of held balls for variable display increases, 1 is added to the maximum value of 4. (See S704 in FIG. 20). On the other hand, the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is decremented by 1 every time the variation display of the normal symbol (second symbol) is newly executed (see S605 in FIG. 19).

  If the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is less than 4 when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, a random number per second The value of the counter C4 is acquired, and the acquired data is stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b (S705 in FIG. 20). On the other hand, if the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is 4 when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, nothing is newly stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b. It is not performed (S703 of FIG. 20: No).

  The hour / minute counter 203e is a counter that indicates whether or not the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal symbol hour / short state. If the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more, the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal symbol hour / short state. If the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0, it indicates that the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol. At this time, the initial value of the short / medium counter 203e is set to zero, and each time a special symbol lottery is performed in the main controller 110 and it is determined that the special symbol jackpot B, the value corresponding to the jackpot (this book In the embodiment, 100) is set. That is, when the special symbol is a big hit, a value corresponding to the big hit B is newly set regardless of the number of the hour / medium counter 203e.

  Specifically, when it is determined that the jackpot type is “big jackpot B”, the hour / minute counter 203e is set to 100 (see S214 in FIG. 16). Thereafter, 1 is subtracted every time the special symbol variation effect is finished until the value of the hour / short counter 203e becomes 0 (S218 in FIG. 16).

  When the normal symbol winning lottery is performed, the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is referred to. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / medium counter 203e is 0, the normal symbol lottery is performed based on the random number table per normal symbol for low probability (see S610 and S611 in FIG. 19).

  When the special symbol lottery (win / no decision) is performed when the pachinko machine 10 is in the special symbol probability changing state, the value of the first random number counter C1 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a Are compared with the 30 random numbers stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability, and when the values match each other, it is determined that the special symbol jackpot.

  Therefore, the MPU 201 makes a pass / fail judgment by comparing the value of the first hit random number counter C1 in the execution area with each of the 30 random number values stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability one by one. Therefore, if a matching value is not found, the processing takes a long time. Further, if a matching value is not found and the result of the special symbol lottery (decision of success / failure) is lost, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is stored in the stop type selection table as a process for determining the stop type at the time of disconnection. Since the process of comparing with the random number value being performed is performed, the process further takes time. More specifically, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is set to a random number value that becomes a “rear and forward outreach” in which the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol after the reach has occurred, After the occurrence, a process is performed to compare the random number value that becomes “reach other than front / rear out” that stops when the final stop symbol is not before or after the reach symbol, or the random value that becomes “completely out” without reach.

  Further, the MPU 201 provided in the main controller 110 normally uses an 8-bit MPU to facilitate the test of the pachinko machine 10, but using this 8-bit MPU, a 2-byte MPU is used. It takes a lot of processing time to compare the values of the first random number counter C1 which is a counter.

  In the present embodiment, the winning of a ball to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes. Specifically, a first entrance switch (not shown) provided in correspondence with the first entrance 64 in one timer interrupt process (first timer interrupt process) is off. Is detected, it is detected in the subsequent timer interrupt process (second timer interrupt process) that the first entrance switch is ON, and further timer interrupt process (third timer interrupt process) When it is detected that the first entrance switch is turned on, it is detected that there is a ball winning at the first entrance 64. Thereby, when the output of the first entrance switch fluctuates due to the influence of noise, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection of the winning of the ball. Thus, since the winning of the ball to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes, if the winning to the first entrance 64 is detected in a certain timer interruption process, In the timer interruption process, no winning at the first entrance 64 is detected. Therefore, the start winning is not detected in both of the timer interrupt processes that are repeatedly executed in two timer interrupt processes in which the execution order is continuous.

  An input / output port 205 is connected to the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 via a bus line 204 constituted by an address bus and a data bus. The input / output port 205 has a payout control device 111, an audio lamp control device 113, a first symbol display device 37, a second symbol display device 83, a second symbol hold lamp 84, and a lower side of the opening / closing plate of the specific winning opening 65a. A solenoid 209 made up of a large opening solenoid for opening and closing the front side and a solenoid for driving an electric accessory is connected to the MPU 201 via the input / output port 205. Send.

  The input / output port 205 is connected to various switches 208 including a switch group and a sensor group (not shown) and a RAM erasure switch circuit 253 described later provided in the power supply device 115, and the MPU 201 is output from the various switches 208. And various processes are executed based on the RAM erase signal SG2 output from the RAM erase switch circuit 253.

  The payout control device 111 drives the payout motor 216 to perform payout control of prize balls and rental balls. The MPU 211, which is an arithmetic unit, includes a ROM 212 that stores a control program executed by the MPU 211, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 213 that is used as a work memory or the like.

  The RAM 213 of the payout control device 111, like the RAM 203 of the main control device 110, has a stack area for storing the contents of the internal registers of the MPU 211, the return address of the control program executed by the MPU 211, and various flags and counters. And a work area (work area) in which values such as I / O are stored. The RAM 213 is configured to be able to retain (backup) data by being supplied with a backup voltage from the power supply device 115 even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off, and all data stored in the RAM 213 is backed up. As with the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, the power failure signal SG1 is also input to the NMI terminal of the MPU 211 from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 when the power is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. When input to the MPU 211, an NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 21) as a power failure process is immediately executed.

  An input / output port 215 is connected to the MPU 211 of the payout control device 111 via a bus line 214 composed of an address bus and a data bus. The main control device 110, the payout motor 216, the firing control device 112, and the like are connected to the input / output port 215, respectively. Although not shown, the payout control device 111 is connected to a prize ball detection switch for detecting a prize ball that has been paid out. The prize ball detection switch is connected to the payout control device 111 but is not connected to the main control device 110.

  The launch control device 112 controls the ball launch unit 112a so that the launch strength of the ball according to the rotational operation amount of the operation handle 51 is obtained when the main control device 110 gives an instruction to launch a ball. The ball launching unit 112a includes a launching solenoid and an electromagnet (not shown), and the firing solenoid and the electromagnet are permitted to be driven when predetermined conditions are met. Specifically, the operation handle 51 is detected on the condition that the touch sensor 51a detects that the player is touching the operation handle 51 and the stop switch 51b for stopping the ball firing is turned off (not operated). The firing solenoid is excited in accordance with the amount of rotation 51, and a ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the amount of operation of the operation handle 51.

  The sound lamp control device 113 outputs sound in a sound output device (such as a speaker (not shown)) 226, outputs lighting and extinguishing in a lamp display device (lighting units 29 to 33, display lamp 34, etc.) 227, and fluctuating effects (fluctuation). Display) and the setting of the display mode of the third symbol display device 81 performed by the display control device 114 such as a continuous notice effect. The MPU 221 that is an arithmetic unit includes a ROM 222 that stores a control program executed by the MPU 221, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 223 that is used as a work memory or the like.

  An input / output port 225 is connected to the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 via a bus line 224 including an address bus and a data bus. Main controller 110, display controller 114, audio output device 226, lamp display device 227, frame button 22 and the like are connected to input / output port 225, respectively.

  The voice lamp control device 113 monitors the input from the frame button 22, and when the player operates the frame button 22, the stage displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed, or the super-reach is performed. The audio output device 226 and the lamp display device 227 are controlled so as to change the effect contents, and the display control device 114 is instructed. When the stage is changed, a rear image change command including information about the changed stage is transmitted to the display control device 114 so that the rear image corresponding to the changed stage is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. . Here, the back image is an image displayed on the back side of the third symbol, which is a main image displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  The sound lamp control device 113 determines an error according to the command from the main control device 110 or the status of various devices connected to the sound lamp control device 113, and displays and controls the error command including the type of the error. To device 114. The display control device 114 performs control to display an error message image corresponding to an error type (for example, vibration error) indicated by the received error command on the third symbol display device 81 without delay.

  The RAM 223 of the sound lamp control device 113 is provided with at least a special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a, a fluctuation start flag 223b, a stop type selection flag 223c, and a fluctuation pattern storage area 223d.

  The special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is a variation effect (variable display) performed by the first symbol display device 37 (and the third symbol display device 81), like the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main controller 110. Thus, the counter is a counter that counts up to four times the number of balls to be held (the number of standby times) of the fluctuating effects held in the main controller 110.

  As described above, the sound lamp control device 113 cannot directly access the main control device 110 to obtain the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c stored in the RAM 203 of the main control device 110. Therefore, the sound lamp control device 113 counts the number of held balls based on the number of held balls command transmitted from the main control device 110, and manages the number of held balls by the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a. It has become.

  Specifically, in the main controller 110, when the number of held balls for variation display is added by entering the first entrance 64, or in the main controller 110, variation display in a special symbol is executed. When the number of reserved balls is subtracted, a reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c after addition or after subtraction is transmitted to the voice lamp control device 113.

  When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110, the voice lamp control device 113 acquires the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110 from the reserved ball number command, Stored in the symbol holding ball number counter 223a (see S1408 in FIG. 26). In this way, the voice lamp control device 113 updates the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a in accordance with the reserved ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110. Therefore, the special symbol reserved ball number counter of the main control device 110 is updated. The value can be updated while synchronizing with 203c.

  The value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is used to display the reserved ball number symbol on the third symbol display device 81. That is, in response to the reception of the reserved ball number command, the voice lamp control device 113 stores the reserved ball number indicated by the command in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a, and the stored special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a. In order to notify the display controller 114 of this value, a display reserved ball number command is transmitted to the display controller 114.

  When the display control device 114 receives this display reserved ball number command, the number of reserved balls corresponding to the value of the reserved ball number indicated by the command, that is, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113. The drawing of the image is controlled so that the symbol is displayed in the sub display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81. As described above, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is changed in synchronization with the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203a of the main controller 110. Therefore, the number of reserved ball numbers displayed in the sub-display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81 can also be changed in synchronization with the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203a of the main controller 110. Therefore, the third symbol display device 81 can accurately display the number of held balls whose variation display is held.

  The variation start flag 223b is turned on when a variation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 is received (see S1402 in FIG. 26), and is turned off when variation display is set in the third symbol display device 81. (See S1702 in FIG. 28). When the fluctuation start flag 223b is turned on, the display fluctuation pattern command is set based on the fluctuation pattern extracted from the received fluctuation pattern command.

  The display variation pattern command set here is stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 223, and in the command output process (S1302) of the main process (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221. It is transmitted toward the display control device 114. The display control device 114 receives the display variation pattern command so that the third symbol display device 81 performs the variation display of the third symbol with the variation pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command. Display control of the variation effect is started.

  The stop type selection flag 223c is turned on when a stop type command transmitted from the main controller 110 is received (see S1405 in FIG. 26), and is turned off when the stop type is set in the third symbol display device 81. (See S1707 in FIG. 28). When the stop type selection flag 223c is turned on, the stop type extracted from the received stop type command (a jackpot type in the case of a jackpot) is set as it is.

  The RAM 223 has, as the other storage area 223z, a command storage area for temporarily storing a command received from the main controller 110 until processing corresponding to the command is performed. Note that the command storage area includes a ring buffer, and data is read and written by a FIFO (First In First Out) method. When the command determination process (see FIG. 26) of the sound lamp processing device 113 is executed, the first stored command is read out of the unprocessed commands stored in the command storage area. The command is analyzed and processing corresponding to the command is performed.

  The display control device 114 is connected to the voice lamp control device 113 and the third symbol display device 81, and based on a command received from the voice lamp control device 113, the third symbol display device 81 displays the variation of the third symbol (variation). Control). Details of the display control device 114 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  The power supply device 115 includes a power supply unit 251 for supplying power to each unit of the pachinko machine 10, a power failure monitoring circuit 252 for monitoring power interruption due to a power failure, and a RAM deletion switch 122 (see FIG. 3). And an erasing switch circuit 253. The power supply unit 251 is a device that supplies a necessary operating voltage to each of the control devices 110 to 114 through a power supply path (not shown). As its outline, the power supply unit 251 takes in the voltage of AC 24 volts supplied from the outside, and drives various switches such as various switches 208, solenoids such as the solenoid 209, motors, etc. A 5 volt voltage for logic, a backup voltage for RAM backup, and the like are generated, and the 12 volt voltage, the 5 volt voltage, and the backup voltage are supplied to the control devices 110 to 114 as necessary voltages.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 252 is a circuit for outputting a power failure signal SG1 to each NMI terminal of the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 and the MPU 211 of the payout control device 111 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. The power failure monitoring circuit 252 monitors the DC stable voltage of 24 volts, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply unit 251, and determines that a power failure (power interruption, power interruption) occurs when this voltage falls below 22 volts. Then, the power failure signal SG1 is output to the main controller 110 and the payout controller 111. By the output of the power failure signal SG1, the main controller 110 and the payout controller 111 recognize the occurrence of the power failure and execute the NMI interrupt process. Note that the power supply unit 251 outputs a voltage of 5 volts, which is a drive voltage of the control system, for a time sufficient to execute the NMI interrupt processing even after the DC stable voltage of 24 volts becomes less than 22 volts. Is maintained at a normal value. Therefore, main controller 110 and payout controller 111 can normally execute and complete the NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 24).

  The RAM erase switch circuit 253 is a circuit for outputting a RAM erase signal SG2 for clearing backup data to the main controller 110 when the RAM erase switch 122 (see FIG. 3) is pressed. When the RAM erase signal SG2 is input when the pachinko machine 10 is powered on, the main control device 110 clears the backup data, and the payout control device 111 issues a payout initialization command for clearing the backup data. Transmit to device 111.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 11 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114. The display control device 114 includes an MPU 231, a work RAM 233, a character ROM 234, a resident video RAM 235, a normal video RAM 236, an image controller 237, an input port 238, an output port 239, and bus lines 240 and 241. have.

  The input side of the input port 238 is connected to the output side of the sound lamp control device 113, and the output side of the input port 238 is connected to the MPU 231, work RAM 233, character ROM 234, and image controller 237 via the bus line 240. . A resident video RAM 235 and a normal video RAM 236 are connected to the image controller 237, and an output port 239 is connected via a bus line 241. A third symbol display device 81 is connected to the output side of the output port 239.

  It should be noted that the pachinko machine 10 is a symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 even if it is a different model that has different lottery probabilities for special symbol jackpots or different number of prize balls to be paid out for one special symbol jackpot. Since there are models having the same specifications, the display control device 114 is made a common part to reduce costs.

  In the following, the MPU 231, the character ROM 234, the image controller 237, the resident video RAM 235, and the normal video RAM 236 will be described first, and then the work RAM 233 will be described.

  First, the MPU 231 controls the display content of the third symbol display device 81 based on the display variation pattern command output from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the variation pattern command of the main control device 110. The MPU 231 has a built-in instruction pointer 231a, reads and fetches the instruction code stored at the address indicated by the instruction pointer 231a, and executes various processes according to the instruction code. The MPU 231 is configured to receive a system reset from the power supply device 115 immediately after power-on (including power recovery from a power failure; the same applies hereinafter). When the system reset is released, the instruction pointer 231a Is automatically set to “0000H” by the hardware of the MPU 231. Each time the instruction code is fetched, the value of the instruction pointer 231a is incremented by one. When the MPU 231 executes an instruction pointer setting instruction, the pointer value designated by the setting instruction is set in the instruction pointer 231a.

  Although details will be described later, in this embodiment, the control program executed by the MPU 231 and various fixed value data used in the control program are provided with a dedicated program ROM as in a conventional gaming machine. Is stored in a character ROM 234 provided for storing image data to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  As will be described in detail later, the character ROM 234 is configured by a NAND flash memory 234a capable of increasing the capacity with a small area. As a result, not only image data but also a control program or the like can be sufficiently stored. If a control program or the like is stored in the character ROM 234, there is no need to provide a dedicated program ROM for storing the control program or the like. Therefore, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  On the other hand, the NAND flash memory has a problem that the reading speed becomes slow particularly when random access is performed. For example, in the case of reading data continuously arranged on a plurality of pages, the data on the second and subsequent pages can be read at high speed, but an address is specified for reading the data on the first page. It takes a long time for the data to be output. Further, when reading non-continuous data, a long time is required every time the data is read. As described above, since the NAND flash memory is slow in reading, if the MPU 231 directly reads the control program from the character ROM 234 and executes various processes, it takes time to read the instructions constituting the control program. May occur, and even if a high-performance processor is used as the MPU 231, the processing performance of the display control device 114 may be deteriorated.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the system reset of the MPU 231 is released, first, the control program stored in the NAND flash memory 234a of the character ROM 234 is transferred to the work RAM 233 provided for temporary storage of various data. Store. Then, the MPU 231 executes various processes according to the control program stored in the work RAM 233. As will be described later, the work RAM 233 is configured by a DRAM (Dynamic RAM), and data is read and written at high speed. Therefore, the MPU 231 can read instructions constituting the control program without delay. Therefore, it is possible to maintain high processing performance in the display control device 114, and it is possible to easily execute diversified and complicated effects using the third symbol display device 81.

  The character ROM 234 is a memory that stores a control program executed in the MPU 231 and image data displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and is connected to the MPU 231 via the bus line 240. The MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 via the bus line 240 after canceling the system reset, and transfers the control program stored in a second program storage area 234a1 (to be described later) of the character ROM 234 to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. An image controller 237 is also connected to the bus line 240, and the image controller 237 converts image data stored in a character storage area 234a2 (to be described later) of the character ROM 234 into a resident video RAM 235 connected to the image controller 237, Transfer to normal video RAM 236.

  The character ROM 234 is configured by modularizing a NAND flash memory 234a, a ROM controller 234b, a buffer RAM 234c, and a NOR ROM 234d.

  The NAND flash memory 234a is a non-volatile memory provided as a main storage unit in the character ROM 234. Most of the control program executed by the MPU 231 and fixed value data for driving the third symbol display device 81 are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a. It has at least a second program storage area 234a1 for storing, and a character storage area 234a2 for storing data of an image (such as a character) to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  Here, the NAND flash memory has a feature that a large storage capacity can be obtained with a small area, and the capacity of the character ROM 234 can be easily increased. Thus, in this pachinko machine, for example, by using the NAND flash memory 234a having a capacity of 2 gigabytes, many images can be stored in the character storage area 234a2 as images to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can. Therefore, in order to further enhance the interest of the player, the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be diversified and complicated.

  In addition, the NAND flash memory 234a can store a control program and fixed value data in the second program storage area 234a1 in a state where a lot of image data is stored in the character storage area 234a2. Thus, the control program and fixed value data are provided for storing the image data to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 without storing the dedicated program ROM as in the conventional gaming machine. Since it can be stored in the character ROM 234, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  The ROM controller 234b is a controller for controlling the operation of the character ROM 234. For example, based on the address transmitted from the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240, the corresponding data from the NAND flash memory 234a or the like. Are output to the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240.

  Here, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, a relatively large number of error bits (bits in which erroneous data has been written) are generated when data is written, or defective data blocks in which data cannot be written are generated. Or Therefore, the ROM controller 234b performs known error correction on the data read from the NAND flash memory 234a, and is known so that data is read from and written to the NAND flash memory 234a while avoiding a defective data block. Performs data address conversion.

  Since the ROM controller 234b performs error correction on the data read from the NAND flash memory 234a including the error bit, even if the NAND flash memory 234a is used as the character ROM 234, it is based on the erroneous data. Thus, it is possible to prevent the MPU 231 from performing processing and the image controller 237 from generating various images.

  In addition, since the ROM controller 234b analyzes the defective data block of the NAND flash memory 234a and avoids access to the defective data block, the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 have different defective data in each NAND flash memory 234a. The character ROM 234 can be easily accessed without considering the block address position. Therefore, even if the NAND flash memory 234a is used for the character ROM 234, it is possible to prevent the access control to the character ROM 234 from becoming complicated.

  The buffer RAM 234c is a memory used as a buffer for temporarily storing data read from the NAND flash memory 234a. When an address assigned to the character ROM 234 is designated from the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240, the ROM controller 234b is for one page including data corresponding to the designated address (for example, 2 kilobytes). It is determined whether or not the data is set in the buffer RAM 234c. If not set, data for one page (for example, 2 kilobytes) including data corresponding to the designated address is read from the NAND flash memory 234a (or NOR ROM 234d) and temporarily set in the buffer RAM 234c. To do. Then, the ROM controller 234b performs known error correction processing, and then outputs data corresponding to the designated address to the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 via the bus line 240.

  The buffer RAM 234c is composed of two banks, and data for one page of the NAND flash memory 234a can be set per bank. Thereby, for example, the ROM controller 234b outputs the data of the NAND flash memory 234a to the outside using the other bank while the data is set in one bank, or is designated by the MPU 231 or the image controller 237. One page of data including the data corresponding to the designated address is transferred from the NAND flash memory 234a to one bank and set, and the data corresponding to the address designated by the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 is set to the other The process of reading from the bank and outputting to the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 can be performed in parallel. Therefore, the responsiveness in reading out the character ROM 234 can be improved.

  The NOR ROM 234d is a non-volatile memory provided as a sub storage unit in the character ROM 234, and has an extremely small capacity (for example, 2 kilobytes) than the NAND flash memory 234a for the purpose of complementing the NAND flash memory 234a. ). In the NOR type ROM 234d, among the control programs stored in the character ROM 234, a program that is not stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, specifically, first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231. At least a first program storage area 234d1 for storing a part of the boot program to be executed is provided.

  The boot program is a control program for activating the display control device 114 so that various controls on the third symbol display device 81 can be executed. The MPU 231 first executes this boot program after the system reset is released. As a result, the display control device 114 can be in a state where various controls can be executed. The first program storage area 234d1 should be processed first by the MPU 231 after releasing the system reset within the capacity range of one bank of the buffer RAM 234c (that is, one page of the NAND flash memory 234a) in the boot program. A predetermined number of instructions (for example, instructions for 1024 words (1 word = 2 bytes) if the capacity of one page is 2 kilobytes) are stored. The number of boot program instructions stored in the first program storage area 234d1 only needs to be less than or equal to the capacity of one bank of the buffer RAM 234c, and is appropriately set according to the specifications of the display control device 114. There may be.

  When the system reset is released, the MPU 231 sets the value of the instruction pointer 231a to “0000H” by hardware and designates the address “0000H” indicated by the instruction pointer 231a for the bus line 240. It is configured. On the other hand, when the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 detects that the address "0000H" is designated on the bus line 240, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d is transferred to one bank of the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) is output to the MPU 231.

  When the MPU 231 fetches the instruction code received from the character ROM 234, the MPU 231 executes various processes according to the fetched instruction code, adds 1 to the instruction pointer 231a, and sends the address indicated by the instruction pointer 231a to the bus line 240. Specify. Then, the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 reads from the programs previously set in the buffer RAM 234c from the NOR ROM 234d while the address specified by the bus line 240 is an address indicating the program stored in the NOR ROM 234d. The instruction code of the corresponding address is read from the buffer RAM 234c and output to the MPU 231.

  In this embodiment, instead of storing all the control programs in the NAND flash memory 234a, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after canceling the system reset in the boot program are obtained from the NOR ROM 234d. The reason for storing is in the following reason. In other words, as described above, the NAND flash memory 234a is unique to the NAND flash memory in that it takes a long time for data to be output after the address is specified when reading the first page of data. There's a problem.

  When all the control programs are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a, the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 in order to fetch the instruction code to be executed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released. In this case, the character ROM 234 must read out data for one page including data (instruction code) corresponding to the address “0000H” from the NAND flash memory 234a and set it in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, it takes a lot of time from reading to setting to the buffer RAM 234c. It takes a lot of waiting time to receive the code. Therefore, since the time required for starting the MPU 231 becomes longer, as a result, there is a problem that the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 may not be started immediately.

  On the other hand, since the NOR-type ROM is a memory that can read data at high speed, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released is stored in the NOR-type ROM 234d in the boot program. Thus, when the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 after the system reset is released, the character ROM 234 immediately loads the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR-type ROM 234d into the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) can be output to the MPU 231. Therefore, the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, and can activate the MPU 231 in a short time. Therefore, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 can be started immediately.

  The boot program is a control program other than the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, that is, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d. The program storage area of the work RAM 233 stores fixed value data (for example, a display data table, a transfer data table, etc. described later) used in the control program by a predetermined amount (for example, the capacity of one page of the NAND flash memory 234a). It is programmed to transfer to 233a and data table storage area 233b. Then, the MPU 231 first sets the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 according to the boot program read from the first program storage area 234d1 after the system reset is released, in the first program storage area 234d1. While using a bank different from the buffer RAM 234c, a predetermined amount is transferred and stored in the program storage area 233a.

  Here, since the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 has a capacity corresponding to one bank of the buffer RAM 234c as described above, the address of the internal bus is designated as “0000H”. In response to this, when the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1 is set in the buffer RAM 234c, the boot program is set only in one bank of the buffer RAM 234c. Therefore, when the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 is transferred to the program storage area 233a in accordance with the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1, the first program set in one bank of the buffer RAM 234c The transfer process can be executed using the other bank while leaving the boot program in the storage area 234d1. Therefore, it is not necessary to set the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1 again in the buffer RAM 234c after the transfer process, so that the time related to the boot process can be shortened.

  When the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 transfers a predetermined amount of the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a, the instruction pointer 231a is transferred to the program storage area 233a. It is programmed to set to the first predetermined address. Thus, after the system reset is released, when the MPU 231 transfers the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a, the instruction pointer 231a is transferred to the first predetermined storage area 233a. Set to the address.

  Therefore, when a predetermined amount of programs stored in the second program storage area 234a1 is stored in the program storage area 233a, the MPU 231 reads out the control program stored in the program storage area 233a, Various processes can be executed. That is, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the work RAM 233 having the program storage area 233a and fetches the instruction instead of reading the control program from the NAND flash memory 234a having the second program storage area 234a1. Then, various processes are executed. As will be described later, since the work RAM 233 is composed of a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when most of the control program is stored in the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the MPU 231 can fetch an instruction at a high speed and execute processing for the instruction.

  Here, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 includes the remaining boot programs that are not stored in the first program storage area 234d1. On the other hand, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 is the control program transferred from the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. It is programmed to be included, and programmed to set the instruction pointer 231a with the first address of the remaining boot program stored in the program storage area 233a as the first predetermined address.

  Thereby, the MPU 231 transfers the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a by the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1, and then transfers the control program. The remaining boot program included in the control program is executed.

  In this remaining boot program, the remaining control program that has not been transferred to the program storage area 233a and fixed value data (for example, a display data table and a transfer data table described later) that are used in the control program are all stored in the second program. A process of transferring a predetermined amount from the area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b is executed. At the end of the boot program, the instruction pointer 231a is set to a second predetermined address in the program storage area 233a. Specifically, an initialization process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) executed after the end of the boot process (see S1801 in FIG. 29) stored in the program storage area 233a as the second predetermined address. Set the start address of the program corresponding to.

  By executing the remaining boot program, the MPU 231 transfers all the control programs and fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b. When the boot program is executed to the end by the MPU 231, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the second predetermined address. Thereafter, the MPU 231 is transferred to the program storage area 233a without referring to the NAND flash memory 234a. Various processes are executed using the control program.

  Therefore, even when most of the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the control program is transferred to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 after the system reset is released. Thus, the MPU 231 can read out the control program from the work RAM constituted by the DRAM having a high reading speed and perform various controls. Accordingly, high processing performance can be maintained in the display control device 114, and the diversified and complicated effects can be easily executed using the third symbol display device 81.

  Further, as described above, a predetermined number of instructions are stored from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released without storing the entire boot program in the NOR-type ROM 234d. Even if the program is stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 can be reliably transferred to the program storage area 233a. Therefore, the character ROM 234 can start up the MPU 231 in a short time only by adding an extremely small-capacity NOR-type ROM 234d, thereby suppressing an increase in the cost of the character ROM 234 due to the shortening of the time. Can do.

  The image controller 237 is a digital signal processor (DSP) that draws an image and displays the drawn image on the third symbol display device 81 at a predetermined timing. The image controller 237 draws an image for one frame based on a drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, transmitted from the MPU 231, and either one of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c, which will be described later. The image drawn in the buffer is developed, and the image information for one frame previously developed in the other frame buffer is output to the third symbol display device 81 to display the image on the third symbol display device 81. . The image controller 237 performs the image drawing process for one frame and the image display process for one frame on the image display time for one frame on the third symbol display device 81 (20 milliseconds in this embodiment). Parallel processing in

  The image controller 237 transmits a vertical synchronization interrupt signal (hereinafter referred to as a “V interrupt signal”) to the MPU 231 every 20 milliseconds when drawing processing of an image for one frame is completed. Each time the MPU 231 detects this V-interrupt signal, it executes a V-interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) and instructs the image controller 237 to draw an image for the next one frame. In response to this instruction, the image controller 237 executes a drawing process for the image for the next one frame, and also executes a process for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display the image previously developed by the drawing.

  As described above, the MPU 231 executes the V interrupt process in accordance with the V interrupt signal from the image controller 237 and gives a drawing instruction to the image controller 237. Therefore, the image controller 237 performs the image drawing process and display. An image drawing instruction can be received from the MPU 231 every processing interval (20 milliseconds). Therefore, the image controller 237 does not receive an instruction to draw the next image when the image drawing process or the display process is not finished, so that drawing of a new image is started in the middle of drawing the image, It is possible to prevent the image from being developed in response to a new drawing instruction in the frame buffer in which the image information being displayed is stored.

  The image controller 237 also executes processing for transferring image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 based on the transfer instruction from the MPU 231 and the transfer data information included in the drawing list.

  The image drawing is performed using image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236. That is, the image data required for drawing is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 based on an instruction from the MPU 231 before the drawing is performed.

  Here, the NAND flash memory facilitates an increase in the capacity of the ROM, while the reading speed is slower than other ROMs (mask ROM, EEPROM, etc.). On the other hand, in the display control device 114, the MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to transfer a part of the image data stored in the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on. It is configured to As will be described later, the image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 is controlled to be resident without being overwritten.

  Thus, after the transfer of the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on, the image controller 237 draws an image while using the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235. Processing can be performed. Therefore, if the image data used for the drawing process is resident in the resident video RAM 235, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed during image drawing. The time required for the readout can be omitted, and the image drawn can be immediately displayed and the image drawn on the third symbol display device 81 can be displayed.

  In particular, the resident video RAM 235 resident image data of frequently displayed images or image data of images to be displayed immediately after the display is determined by the main control device 110 or the display control device 114. Even if the character ROM 234 is composed of the NAND flash memory 234a, the responsiveness until a certain image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  Further, when the image is drawn using the non-resident image data in the resident video RAM 235, the display control device 114 is necessary for drawing from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 before the drawing is performed. The MPU 231 is configured to instruct the image controller 237 to transfer the image data. As will be described later, the image data transferred to the normal video RAM 236 may be deleted by overwriting after being used for image drawing, but at the time of image drawing, the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used. Therefore, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 configured as described above, and the time required for the reading can be omitted. Therefore, it is possible to immediately draw the image and display the drawn image on the third symbol display device 81. it can.

  Further, by storing the image data in the normal video RAM 236, it is not necessary to make all the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, it is not necessary to prepare a large capacity resident video RAM 235. Therefore, an increase in cost due to the provision of the resident video RAM 235 can be suppressed.

  The image controller 237 has a buffer RAM 237a configured by an SRAM of 132 kilobytes that is a capacity of one block of the NAND flash memory 234a.

  In the image data transfer instruction that the MPU 231 performs to the image controller 237 according to the transfer instruction or the transfer data information of the drawing list, the start address (storage source start address) of the character ROM 234 storing the image data to be transferred is used. Final address (storage source final address), transfer destination information (information indicating whether to transfer to resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236), and start of transfer destination (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) An address is included. Note that the data size of the image data to be transferred may be included instead of the storage source final address.

  The image controller 237 reads data for one block from a predetermined address of the character ROM 234 according to the various information of the transfer instruction, temporarily stores the data in the buffer RAM 237a, and the buffer RAM 237a when the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is not used. Is transferred to the resident RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. The process is repeatedly executed until all the image data stored in the storage source end address indicated by the transfer instruction is transferred.

  Thus, the image data read from the character ROM 234 over time is temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a, and then the image data is transferred from the buffer RAM 237a to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 in a short time. Can do. Therefore, while the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236, the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is prevented from being occupied for a long time by the transfer of the image data. be able to. Therefore, since the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are occupied by the transfer of the image data, the video RAMs 235 and 236 cannot be used for the image drawing process. It is possible to prevent the display on the third symbol display device 81 from being in time.

  In addition, since the image controller 237 transfers image data from the buffer RAM 234c to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236, the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 perform image drawing processing and third symbol display. The period that is not used for the display process on the device 81 can be easily determined, and the process can be simplified.

  The resident video RAM 235 is used so that the image data transferred from the character ROM 234 is kept overwritten without being overwritten during power-on, and the main image area 235a, the back image area 235c, and the character symbol area when the power is turned on. 235e and an error message image area 235f, at least a power-on variation image area 235b and a third symbol area 235d are provided.

  The power-on main image area 235a is a power-on main image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 from when the power is turned on until all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is stored. This area stores the corresponding data. Further, in the power-on variation image area 235b, a game is started by the player while the main image at power-on is displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, and the entrance to the first entrance 64 is detected. In this case, the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image that displays the lottery result performed in the main controller 110 by the variation effect is stored.

  When the power supply from the power supply unit 251 is started, the MPU 231 transfers the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a. A transfer instruction is transmitted to the controller 237 (see S1803 and S1804 in FIG. 29).

  The fluctuation image at power-on will be described. The power-on image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while the image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is being transferred from the character ROM 234 immediately after the display control device 114 is turned on. It is explanatory drawing to do.

  The display control device 114 transfers the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation image area 235b immediately after the power is turned on. Subsequently, the remaining image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. While the remaining image data is being transferred, the display control device 114 uses the image data previously stored in the power-on main image area 235a to display a power-on main image (not shown). It is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  At this time, when the display variation pattern command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 is received based on the variation pattern command from the main control device 110 that is a variation start instruction command, the display control device 114 displays the power-on main image. On the display screen of, the fluctuation image at power-on of the “○” symbol at the lower right position toward the screen and the fluctuation image at power-on of the “×” symbol at the same position as the “○” symbol. It is displayed repeatedly alternately.

  The MPU 231 uses the image data stored in the main image area 235a when the power is turned on to the image controller 237 until all the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235. Instructs to draw main image when power is turned on. Thus, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the player or the hall related person can confirm the main image at the time of power-on displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can. Therefore, the display control device 114 transfers the remaining image data to be resident over time from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image when the power is turned on on the third symbol display device 81. be able to. Further, since the player or the like can recognize that some processing is being performed while the main image at the time of power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image to be resident in the remaining resident video RAM 235. Wait until the transfer of image data to the resident video RAM 235 is completed without worrying about whether the operation has stopped until the data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Can do.

  Also, in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacture, the main image at power-on is immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the third symbol display device 81 starts operating without any problem when the power is turned on. In addition, it is possible to suppress the deterioration of the efficiency of the operation check by using the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed as the character ROM 234.

  In addition, when the player starts playing while the main image at the time of power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and a ball is detected in the first entrance ball 64, the fluctuation image area at the time of power-on The MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to draw a power-on variation image using image data corresponding to the power-on variation image resident in 235b. Thereby, a simple variation effect can be performed using the variation image at power-on. Therefore, the player can confirm that the lottery is surely performed by the simple variation effect even while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on.

  Further, when the main image at power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image data corresponding to the varying effect image at power-on is already resident in the power-on varying image area 235b. When a ball is detected in the first entrance sphere 64 while the hour main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the corresponding variation effect can be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can.

  Returning to FIG. 11, the description will be continued. The back image area 235c is an area for storing image data corresponding to the back image displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the third symbol area 235d, numbers “0” to “9” are resident as main symbols. These image data are used for the demonstration effect displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 when the next variation effect accompanying the start prize is not started even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the one variation effect was stopped. It is done. Thus, when the demonstration effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the main symbol is displayed as the third symbol in the demonstration effect.

  The character symbol area 235e is an area for storing image data corresponding to character symbols used in various effects displayed on the third symbol display device 81. In the pachinko machine 10, various characters such as “boy” are displayed in accordance with various effects, and data corresponding to these characters is displayed in the character design area 235e, so that display control is performed. When the device 114 changes the character design based on the content of the command received from the audio lamp control device 113, the device 114 does not newly read the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234, but reads it into the character design area 235e of the resident video RAM 235. A predetermined image can be drawn by the image controller 237 by reading the image data resident in advance. Thereby, since it is not necessary to read the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234, even if the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used for the character ROM 234, the character design can be changed immediately.

  The error message image area 235f is an area for storing image data corresponding to an error message displayed when an error occurs in the pachinko machine 10. In the pachinko machine 10, for example, when the sound lamp control device 113 detects vibration from the output of a vibration sensor (not shown) attached to the back surface of the game board 13, the sound lamp control device 113 generates a vibration error. The display controller 114 is notified by an error command. Further, when the occurrence of other errors is detected by the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 notifies the display control device 114 of the occurrence of the error together with the error type by an error command. When receiving an error command, the display control device 114 is configured to display an error message corresponding to the received error on the third symbol display device 81.

  Here, the error message is required to be displayed almost simultaneously with the occurrence of the error from the viewpoint of preventing the player's fraud and protecting the player against the error. In the pachinko machine 10, since the image data corresponding to various error messages is resident in the error message image area 235f in advance, the display control device 114 performs the error message of the resident video RAM 235 based on the received error command. By reading out image data resident in the image area 235f in advance, each error message image can be immediately drawn by the image controller 237. This eliminates the need to sequentially read out image data corresponding to the error message from the character ROM 234. Therefore, even if the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used as the character ROM 234, the corresponding error message is received after the error command is received. It can be displayed immediately.

  The normal video RAM 236 is used so that data is overwritten and updated as needed, and is provided with at least an image storage area 236a, a first frame buffer 236b, and a second frame buffer 236c.

  The image storage area 236a is an area for storing image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 among image data necessary for drawing an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The image storage area 236a is divided into a plurality of subareas, and the type of image data stored in each subarea is predetermined for each subarea.

  The MPU 231 transmits image data required for subsequent image drawing out of the image data not resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the sub-areas provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 from the character ROM 234. The image controller 237 is instructed to transfer the type of the image data to a predetermined sub-area to be stored. As a result, the image controller 237 reads the image data instructed by the MPU 231 from the character ROM 234, and transfers the read image data to a specified sub-area designated in the image storage area 236a via the buffer RAM 237a.

  The image data transfer instruction is performed by including transfer data information in a drawing list (to be described later) in which the MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to draw an image. As a result, the MPU 231 can perform an image drawing instruction and an image data transfer instruction simply by transmitting the drawing list to the image controller 237, thereby reducing the processing load.

  The first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c are buffers for expanding an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The image controller 237 writes an image for one frame drawn in accordance with an instruction from the MPU 231 into one of the frame buffers of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c. While the image is developed and the image is developed in one of the frame buffers, the image information of one frame previously developed from the other frame buffer is read, and the third symbol display device 81 is read together with the drive signal. By transmitting the image information, the third symbol display device 81 executes a process for displaying the image for one frame.

  As described above, by providing the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c as the frame buffers, the image controller 237 can simultaneously develop an image for one frame drawn in one of the frame buffers. The first frame image developed from the other frame buffer can be read out, and the read one frame image can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  A frame buffer for developing an image for one frame and a frame buffer for reading out image information for one frame for displaying an image on the third symbol display device 81 include an image drawing process for one frame. Every 20 milliseconds to be completed, the MPU 231 designates one of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c alternately.

  That is, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading image information for one frame, and When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for the image for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which the image information is read out. Thereby, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read out and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. The

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. As a result, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. The Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately alternating and designating, it is possible to continuously display an image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing an image for one frame.

  The work RAM 233 is a memory for storing a control program and fixed value data stored in the character ROM 234, and temporarily storing work data and flags used when executing various control programs by the MPU 231. Composed. The work RAM 233 includes a program storage area 233a, a data table storage area 233b, a simple image display flag 233c, a display data table buffer 233d, a transfer data table buffer 233e, a pointer 233f, a drawing list area 233g, a time counter 233h, and stored image data discrimination. It has at least a flag 233i and a drawing target buffer flag 233j.

  The program storage area 233a is an area for storing a control program executed by the MPU 231. When the system reset is released, the MPU 231 reads the control program from the character ROM 234, transfers it to the work RAM 233, and stores it in this program storage area 233a. When all the control programs are stored in the program storage area 233a, the MPU 231 executes various controls using the control program stored in the program storage area 233a. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the display control device 114 can maintain high processing performance, and the third symbol display device 81 Can be used to easily perform diversified and complicated effects.

  The data table storage area 233b includes a display data table describing display contents to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 over time for one effect to be displayed based on a command from the main control device 110, and display data. This is an area for storing transfer data information of image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 and transfer data table that defines transfer timing among image data used in one effect displayed by the table.

  These data tables are normally stored as a kind of fixed value data in the second program storage area 434 provided in the NAND flash memory 234a of the character ROM 234, and are in accordance with a boot program executed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released. These data tables are transferred from the character ROM 234 to the work RAM 233 and stored in the data table storage area 233b. When all the data tables are stored in the data table storage area 233b, the MPU 231 thereafter controls the display of the third symbol display device 81 using the data table stored in the data table storage area 233b. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when various data tables are stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the display control device 114 can maintain high processing performance, and the third symbol display device Using 81, it is possible to easily execute diversified and complicated effects.

  Here, details of various data tables will be described. First, the display data table is prepared for each effect mode of each effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on a command from the main control device 110. A display data table corresponding to is prepared.

  The variation effect is an effect that is started in the third symbol display device 81 when a display variation pattern command is received from the sound lamp control device 113. When a display variation pattern command is received, a display stop type command indicating a variation effect stop type is also received. For example, when a variation effect is started, if the stop type of the variation effect is out, the stop symbol indicating the outage is finally stopped and displayed, while the stop type of the variation effect is a jackpot A, a jackpot B If it is any of these, the stop symbol which shows each jackpot will be stop-displayed finally. The player can recognize the jackpot type by visually recognizing the stop symbol in this variation effect, and can easily determine the game value given according to the jackpot type.

  As described above, the demonstration effect is an effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the next variation effect associated with the start winning prize is not started even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the one variation effect was stopped. The third symbol of the main symbol composed of the numbers “0” to “9” is stopped and displayed, and only the back image is changed. If a demonstration effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, a player or a hall-related person can recognize that no game is being played in the pachinko machine 10.

  In the data table storage area 233b, one display data table corresponding to each of the variable display effect and the demonstration effect is stored. Further, the variation display data table, which is a display data table for variation effects, has 32 tables in total for one variation effect pattern, if there are 32 variable effect patterns to be set.

  Here, the details of the display data table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram schematically showing an example of the variable display data table in the display data table. The display data table should be displayed at the time corresponding to the address in which the time for displaying an image for one frame on the third symbol display device 81 (in this embodiment, 20 milliseconds) is represented as one unit. The content (drawing content) of an image for one frame is defined in detail.

  The drawing content specifies the type of sprite for each sprite that is a display object constituting an image for one frame, and the display position coordinates, magnification, rotation angle, and translucency according to the type of sprite. Drawing information for drawing the sprite on the third symbol display device 81, such as value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information, is defined.

  The type of sprite is information for specifying the sprite to be displayed. The display position coordinates are information for specifying coordinates on the third symbol display device 81 on which the sprite is to be displayed. The enlargement ratio is information for designating an enlargement ratio with respect to a standard display size preset for the sprite, and the size of the sprite displayed according to the enlargement ratio is specified. If the enlargement ratio is larger than 100%, the sprite is displayed in an enlarged size than the standard size. If the enlargement ratio is less than 100%, the sprite is reduced in size than the standard size. Is displayed.

  The rotation angle is information for specifying the rotation angle when the sprite is rotated and displayed. The translucency value is for specifying the transparency of the entire sprite. The higher the translucency value, the more the image is displayed so that the image displayed on the back side of the sprite can be seen through. The α blending information is information for specifying a known α blending coefficient used when performing superimposition processing with other sprites. The color information is information for designating the color tone of the sprite to be displayed. The filter designation information is information for designating an image filter to be applied to the sprite when the designated sprite is drawn.

  In the variable display data table, as a drawing content for one frame defined corresponding to each address, one back image, nine third symbols (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Light in the image. Drawing information for each sprite, such as an effect that expresses the insertion of characters, characters used for various effects such as boy images and characters, is defined for each address. Note that one or more pieces of information regarding effects and characters are defined according to the contents to be displayed in the frame.

  Here, the display position of the back image is fixed to the entire screen of the third symbol display device 81, and the enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information Since it is constant, only the back surface type, which is information for specifying the back image type, is defined in the variable display data table. This back surface type indicates whether to display any of the back surfaces A to C corresponding to the stage selected by the player (any one of the “city stage”, “empty stage”, and “island stage”), or the back surface A to C. Information specifying whether to display a back image different from C is described. The back surface type also includes information specifying which back image to display when specifying that a back image different from the back surfaces A to C is displayed.

  When the MPU 231 specifies that any one of the back surfaces A to C is displayed according to the back surface type, the MPU 231 specifies the back image corresponding to the stage designated by the player among the back surfaces A to C as the drawing target. In addition, the range of the rear image to be displayed with respect to the frame is specified as time elapses. On the other hand, when it is specified to display a back image different from the back surfaces A to C, the back image to be displayed is specified from the back surface type.

  In this embodiment, the case where only the back surface type is specified as the rendering content of the back image in the display data table will be described, but instead, the back surface type and which range of the back image corresponding to the back surface type is described. Position information indicating whether or not should be displayed may be defined. This position information may be, for example, information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position is displayed. In this case, the MPU 231 specifies the range of the rear image to be displayed for the frame based on the elapsed time after the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position indicated by the position information is displayed.

  Further, the position information may be information indicating an elapsed time from the start of image drawing (or display on the third symbol display device 81) based on the display data table. In this case, the MPU 231 was displaying the range of the rear image to be displayed for the frame at the stage when drawing of the image (or display on the third symbol display device 81) was started based on the display database. The position is specified based on the position of the back image and the elapsed time since the drawing of the image indicated by the position information (or display on the third symbol display device 81) is started.

  Further, the position information includes information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position is displayed and the drawing of the image based on the display data table (or the third symbol display device 81 according to the rear surface type). May indicate any of the information indicating the elapsed time from the start of display, and the type information of the position information (for example, the range of the range corresponding to the initial position) This is information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image was displayed, or information indicating the elapsed time since the drawing of the image based on the display database (or display on the third symbol display device 81) was started. May be defined as the drawing content of the back image. In addition, the position information may not be information indicating the elapsed time but may be information indicating an address in which the range of the back image to be displayed is stored.

  In the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Symbol type offset information is described as symbol type information for specifying the third symbol to be displayed. This offset information is information representing the difference between the numbers assigned to the third symbols. Instead of directly specifying the type of the third symbol, the offset information is specified because the display of the third symbol in the variation effect is the stop symbol of the variation effect performed one time before and the variation effect performed this time. This is because it changes depending on the stop symbol, and in the symbol offset information from when the change is started until a predetermined time elapses, the offset information from the stop symbol of the change effect performed immediately before is described. Thereby, the variation effect is started from the stop symbol in the previous variation effect.

  On the other hand, after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of the fluctuation, an offset from the stop symbol set according to the stop type command (display stop type command) received from the main control device 110 via the sound lamp control device 113. Enter information. Thereby, the variation effect can be stopped with the stop symbol corresponding to the stop type specified by the main control device 110.

  In addition, since a unique number is attached to each 3rd symbol, the 3rd symbol is displayed as a variation symbol in the previous variation effect or a stop symbol corresponding to the stop type specified by the main controller 110. It is possible to identify the third symbol to be displayed easily from the offset information by managing the offset information with the number attached to the symbol and expressing the offset information by the difference between the digits attached to each third symbol.

  Also, in the symbol offset information, the third symbol fluctuates at a high speed for a predetermined time during which the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect performed immediately before is changed to the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect currently performed. It is set to be the displayed time. While the third symbol is variably displayed at a high speed, the third symbol is invisible to the player, and during that time, the symbol of the change effect that was performed immediately before the symbol offset information is displayed. By switching from the offset information to the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect being performed this time, even if the continuity of the number 3 symbol is interrupted, the player will not recognize the disconnection of the number continuity be able to.

  “Start” information indicating the start of the data table is described in “0000H” which is the top address of the display data table, and the third address is displayed in the last address of the display data table (“02F0H” in the example of FIG. 12). “LOOP” information for instructing to repeatedly execute the fluctuation of the symbol is described. Then, for each address between the address “0000H” in which the “Start” information is described and the address in which the “LOOP” information is described, the rendering content corresponding to the rendering mode to be specified in the display data table Is described. In this way, in the variation display data table, the time until the address 02E6H is set to be the variation time set in advance, and when a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received there, the symbol is as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 5A or FIG. 5I, the display is stopped at the center position L1 of the main display area Dm. Also, even after the fluctuation time has ended, even when the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received due to a malfunction or the like, the shaking fluctuation display is executed in order from the address 02E7H to the “LOOP” information of 02F0H. When updated, the fluctuation is repeatedly displayed by returning to the designated address 02E7H and being repeatedly executed. In addition, when a display variation pattern command indicating the start of variation of the third symbol 3 is received without receiving the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command, the first change is received based on the reception of the command. After the three symbols are stopped and displayed, the variation display based on the variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern of the new third symbol is started.

  The MPU 231 selects a display data table to be used in accordance with a command (for example, display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110, and the selected display. The data table is read from the data table storage area 233b, stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and the pointer 233f is initialized. Each time drawing processing for one frame is completed, the pointer 233f is incremented by one. In the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, based on the drawing contents specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f, The image content to be drawn is specified, and a drawing list (see FIG. 14) described later is created. By sending this drawing list to the image controller 237, a drawing instruction for the image is given. As a result, the drawing contents are specified in the order defined in the display data table according to the update of the pointer 233f, so that the image as defined in the display data table is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, in the display control device 114, according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like, The effect image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be changed by simply replacing the display data table with the display data table buffer 233d as appropriate, instead of changing the program to be executed by the MPU 231. .

  Here, when the program executed by the MPU 231 is activated every time the effect image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed as in the conventional pachinko machine, the effect image is diversified. Since a large load is required for starting up and executing a complicated and enormous program, the processing capability of the display control device 114 is limited, and there is a possibility that the diversification of controllable effect images may be limited. there were. On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10, the effect image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be changed by a simple operation of appropriately replacing the display data table with the display data table buffer 233d. Regardless of the processing capability of the control device 114, various types of effect images can be displayed on the third symbol display 81.

  Also, in this way, a display data table is prepared corresponding to each effect mode, a display data table buffer corresponding to the effect mode to be displayed is set, and a drawing list is displayed frame by frame according to the set data table. The reason that the pachinko machine 10 can create is that an effect to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in advance is determined based on the result of the lottery performed based on the start winning prize. On the other hand, in game machines other than gaming machines such as pachinko machines, the display contents change on the spot based on the user's operation, so the display contents cannot be predicted. It is not possible to have a display data table corresponding to the effect mode. In this way, a display data table is prepared corresponding to each effect mode, a display data table buffer is set according to the effect mode to be displayed, and a drawing list is created frame by frame according to the set data table. The configuration to be realized can be realized for the first time based on the fact that the pachinko machine 10 is a configuration that determines in advance the presentation mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on the result of the lottery performed based on the start winning.

  Next, details of the transfer data table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram schematically showing an example of the transfer data table. The transfer data table is prepared corresponding to the display data table prepared for each effect, and as described above, among the sprite image data used in the effect specified in the display data table, Transfer data information and transfer timing for transferring image data not resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 are defined.

  If all the sprite image data used in the production defined in the display data table is stored in the resident video RAM 235, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is not prepared. Thereby, an increase in the capacity of the data table storage area 233b can be suppressed.

  The transfer data table corresponds to an address specified in the display data table, and transfer data information of sprite image data (hereinafter referred to as “transfer target image data”) to be transferred at the time indicated by the address. (Addresses “0001H” and “0097H” in FIG. 13 correspond). Here, the transfer start timing of the transfer target image data is set so that the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a before the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. In the transfer data table, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is defined in correspondence with the address corresponding to the transfer start timing.

  On the other hand, if there is no transfer target image data to start transfer at the time indicated by the address specified in the display data table, there is no transfer target image data to start transfer corresponding to the address. Is defined (corresponding to the address “0002H” in FIG. 13).

  As the transfer data information, the start address (storage source start address) and the end address (storage source end address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data, and the start address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are stored. Is included.

  Note that “0000H”, which is the head address of the transfer data table, describes “Start” information indicating the start of the data table, similarly to the display data table, and the final address of the transfer data table (in the example of FIG. 13, “02F0H”) describes “LOOP” information indicating that the processing is repeated after returning to the address 02E7H of the data table. For each address between the address “0000H” in which “Start” information is described and the address in which “LOOP” information is described, transfer data information of transfer target image data to be defined in the transfer data table Is described.

  When the MPU 231 selects a display data table to be used in accordance with a command (for example, display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110, the display data table is displayed. If there is a transfer data table corresponding to, the transfer data table is read from the data table storage area 233b and stored in a transfer data table buffer 233e of the work RAM 233 described later. Then, every time the pointer 233f is updated, the drawing contents specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f are specified from the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and a drawing list (see FIG. 14) described later is created. In addition, transfer data information of image data of a predetermined sprite to be transferred at that time is acquired from the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, and the transfer data information is created in the created drawing list. to add.

  For example, in the example of FIG. 13, when the pointer 233 f is “0001H” or “0097H”, the MPU 231 creates transfer data information defined for the address in the transfer data table based on the display data table. In addition to the drawing list, the drawing list after the addition is transmitted to the image controller 237. On the other hand, when the pointer 233f is “0002H”, Null data is defined in the address “0002H” of the transfer data table, so it is determined that there is no transfer target image data to start transfer, and is generated. The drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237 without adding the transfer data information to the drawing list.

  When the transfer data information is described in the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 transfers the transfer target image data from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information. Execute the process.

  Here, as described above, in the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Since the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is defined for a predetermined address, the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table. When a predetermined sprite is drawn according to the display data table, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 necessary for drawing the sprite can always be stored in the image storage area 236a. Then, it is possible to draw a predetermined sprite based on the display data table using the image data stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10, the display control device 114 displays data according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. As the table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e, so that the sprite image data used in the display data table is The character ROM 234 can be reliably transferred to the normal video RAM 236 at a desired timing.

  In the transfer data table (see FIG. 13), the transfer data information is defined so that the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 for each image data corresponding to the sprite. As a result, the transfer of the image data can be managed and controlled for each sprite, so that the processing related to the transfer can be easily performed. By controlling the transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in sprite units, it is possible to control the transfer of image data in detail while facilitating the processing. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently suppress an increase in load on transfer.

  The transfer data table has a data structure similar to that of the display data table, and transfers image data to be transferred that should start transfer at the time indicated by the address corresponding to the address defined in the display data table. Since the data information is defined, the image data is surely stored in the normal video RAM 236 before the image data of the predetermined sprite is used based on the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d. As described above, since the transfer start timing can be instructed, a variety of effect images can be easily displayed on the third symbol display device 81 even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed. be able to.

  The simple image display flag 233c is a flag indicating whether or not to display the power-on image (power-on main image and power-on variation image) on the third symbol display device 81. The simple image display flag 233c is displayed after image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred to the power-on main image area 235a or the power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM. The main processing (see FIG. 29) executed by the MPU 231 is set to ON (see S1805 in FIG. 29). Then, when all the resident target image data is stored in the resident video RAM 235 by the resident image transfer process of the image transfer process, in order to display an image other than the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81, It is set to off (see S3405 in FIG. 38B).

  The simple image display flag 233c is referred to in the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 every time a V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 is detected (see S2101 in FIG. 31B). When the image display flag 233c is on, a simple command determination process (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and a simple display setting process (see FIG. 31B) so that the power-on image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. 31 (b) S2109) is executed. On the other hand, when the simple image display flag 233c is OFF, the command determination is performed so that various images are displayed according to the command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the command from the main control device 110 or the like. Processing (see FIGS. 32 to 34) and display setting processing (see FIGS. 35 to 37) are executed.

  The simple image display flag 233c is referred to in the transfer setting process executed by the MPU 231 in the V interrupt process (see S3301 in FIG. 38A), and the simple image display flag 233c is on. Since there is resident target image data that is not stored in the resident video RAM 235, a resident image transfer setting process (see FIG. 38B) for transferring the resident target image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 is executed. If the simple image display flag 233c is off, a normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) for transferring image data necessary for the drawing process from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 is executed.

  The display data table buffer 233d stores a display data table corresponding to an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 according to a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. It is a buffer to do. The MPU 231 determines an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113, and displays a display data table corresponding to the effect mode from the data table storage area 233b. After selecting, the selected display data table is stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the MPU 231 increments the pointer 233f one by one, and the image controller 237 for each frame based on the drawing contents defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. A drawing list (see FIG. 14), which describes the contents of image drawing instructions for, is generated. As a result, the third symbol display device 81 displays an effect corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d.

  The MPU 231 increments the pointer 233f one by one, and based on the drawing contents defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, the image to the image controller 237 is displayed frame by frame. A drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, describing the drawing instruction content is generated. Thereby, the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays the effect corresponding to the display data table.

  The transfer data table buffer 233e is a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d in accordance with a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. Is a buffer for storing. The MPU 231 selects a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table from the data table storage area 233b in accordance with storing the display data table in the display data table buffer 233d, and transfers the selected transfer data table. Store in the data table buffer 233e. When all the sprite image data used in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is stored in the resident video RAM 235, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is not prepared. Therefore, the MPU 231 clears the contents by writing Null data indicating that there is no transfer target image data in the transfer data table buffer 233e.

  Then, the MPU 231 defines transfer data information of image data to be transferred specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e while adding the pointer 233f one by one. If this is the case (that is, if Null data is not described), the transfer data information is stored in a drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, describing the image drawing instruction contents for the image controller 237 generated for each frame. to add.

  Thereby, when the transfer data information is described in the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 transfers the transfer target image data from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information. Execute the transfer process. Here, as described above, in the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Transfer data information of transfer target image data is defined for a predetermined address. Therefore, when image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information defined in the transfer data table, a predetermined sprite is drawn according to the display data table, which is necessary for drawing the sprite. The image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can always be stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  The pointer 233f is an address at which transfer data information of the corresponding drawing contents or transfer target image data is to be acquired from the display data table and the transfer data table respectively stored in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table buffer 233e. It is for designating. The MPU 231 once initializes the pointer 233f to 0 as the display data table is stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the display setting process of the V-interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 based on the V-interrupt signal transmitted every 20 milliseconds when the image rendering process for one frame is completed from the image controller 237 (FIG. 31B). ) (See S2103)), pointer update processing (see S3005 in FIG. 37) is executed, and the value of the pointer 233f is incremented by one.

  Each time the pointer 233f is updated, the MPU 231 specifies the drawing content specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f from the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and a drawing list to be described later (See FIG. 14), and from the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the transfer data information of the image data of the predetermined sprite to be transferred at that time is acquired, and the transfer data Add information to the created drawing list.

  Thereby, the effect corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Therefore, the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be easily changed simply by changing the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Therefore, a variety of effects can be displayed regardless of the processing capability of the display control device 341.

  Further, when the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e is stored, the sprite is displayed before drawing of a predetermined sprite is started by the corresponding display data table based on the transfer data table. The image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 that is used in the above drawing can always be stored in the image storage area 236a. As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  The drawing list area 233g is an image controller for drawing an image for one frame generated based on the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e. This is an area for storing a drawing list instructed to 237.

  Here, the details of the drawing list will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram schematically showing the contents of the drawing list. The drawing list is an instruction table for instructing the image controller 237 to draw an image for one frame. As shown in FIG. 14, the back image used for the image of one frame, the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 1). Symbol (Effect 1, Effect 2,...), Character (Character 1, Character 2,..., Reserved ball number symbol 1, Reserved ball number symbol 2,..., Error For each sprite (design), detailed drawing information (detailed information) of the sprite is described. In the drawing list, transfer data information for causing the image controller 237 to transfer predetermined image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 is also described.

  Detailed drawing information (detailed information) of each sprite includes information indicating the RAM type (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) in which the image data of the corresponding sprite (display object) is stored, The image controller 237 acquires the image data of the sprite from the memory area specified by the RAM type and the address. Further, the detailed drawing information (detailed information) includes display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information. The standard image generated from the image data of the sprite read from the video RAM is subjected to enlargement / reduction processing according to the enlargement ratio, rotation processing according to the rotation angle, and translucency according to the translucency value According to the α blending information, synthesis processing with other sprites, color tone correction processing according to the color information, and filtering processing according to the method specified by the information according to the filter specification information. After that, an image obtained by performing various processes on the display position indicated by the display position coordinates is drawn. The drawn image is developed by the image controller 237 into either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c specified by the drawing target buffer flag 233j.

  In the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, the MPU 231 displays the drawing contents specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f and the contents of the other image to be drawn (for example, the holding ball number symbol for displaying the holding ball number symbol). Generate detailed drawing information (detailed information) for all sprites used to draw an image for one frame based on images and warning images that notify the occurrence of errors. Create a drawing list by rearranging.

  Here, among the detailed information of each sprite, the storage RAM type and address of the data of the sprite (display object) are the sprite type specified in the display data table and the sprite type specified from the contents of other images. Is generated accordingly. That is, for each sprite, the area of the resident video RAM 235 in which the image data of the sprite is stored or the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 is fixed. Thus, it is possible to immediately specify the storage RAM type and address in which the image data of the sprite is stored, and easily include such information in the detailed information of the drawing list.

  In addition, the MPU 231 defines other information (display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucent value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information) among the detailed information of each sprite in the display data table. Copy the information as it is.

  Further, when generating the drawing list, the MPU 231 rearranges the order of the sprites to be arranged on the back side from the sprites to be arranged on the front side in the image for one frame, and displays detailed drawing information for each sprite. Describe (detailed information). That is, in the drawing list, detailed information corresponding to the back image is described first, then the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Effect (effect 1, effect 2,...) Detailed information corresponding to each sprite is described in the order of characters (character 1, character 2,..., Retained ball number design 1, retained ball number design 2,..., Error design).

  The image controller 237 executes drawing processing of each sprite according to the order described in the drawing list, and develops the drawn sprite in the frame buffer by overwriting. Therefore, in the image for one frame generated by the drawing list, the sprite drawn first can be arranged on the most back side, and the sprite drawn last can be arranged on the most front side.

  In addition, when the transfer data information is described at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the MPU 231 transfers the transfer data information (the character storing the transfer target image data). The storage source head address and the storage source last address in the ROM 234, and the storage destination head address of the sub area provided in the image storage area 236a in which the transfer target image data is to be stored are added to the end of the drawing list. If the transfer data information is included in the drawing list, the image controller 237 reads an image from a predetermined area (area indicated by the storage source start address and the storage source final address) of the character ROM 234 based on the transfer data information. The data is read, and the image data to be transferred is transferred to a predetermined sub-area (storage destination address) provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236.

  The time counter 233h is a counter that counts the effect time of the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 by the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. The MPU 231 sets time data indicating the production effect time displayed based on the display data table in accordance with storing one display data table in the display data table buffer 233d. This time data is a value obtained by dividing the effect time by the image display time for one frame in the third symbol display device 81 (in this embodiment, 20 milliseconds).

  Then, based on the V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process and display process for one frame are completed, the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 (FIG. 31B). )) Is set, and the time counter 233h is decremented by 1 (see S3007 in FIG. 35) until the time counter becomes 1 or less (that is, the time counter becomes 1). As a result, when the value of the time counter 233h becomes 0 or less, the MPU 231 determines that the effect displayed by the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is ended, and performs it in accordance with the end of the effect. Various processes to be performed are executed.

  The stored image data discrimination flag 233i is stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 for each sprite for which the corresponding image data is not resident in the resident video RAM 235, respectively. It is a flag indicating a storage state indicating whether or not there is.

  The stored image data determination flag 233i is generated by an initial setting process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) executed by the MPU 231 during the main process when the power is turned on. The stored image data determination flag 233i generated here is set to “off” indicating that the storage state for all sprites is not stored in the image storage area 236a.

  The stored image data determination flag 233i is updated when a transfer instruction of transfer target image data corresponding to one sprite is set in the normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) executed by the MPU 231. Is called. In this update, the storage state corresponding to one sprite in which the transfer instruction is set is set to “ON” indicating that the corresponding image data is stored in the image storage area 236a. Further, the image data of other sprites that are to be stored in the same subarea of the image storage area 236a as that one sprite are always in an unstored state by storing the image data of one sprite. Therefore, the storage state corresponding to other sprites is set to “off”.

  The drawing target buffer flag 233j is a frame buffer that develops an image drawn by the image controller 237 from the two frame buffers (first frame buffer 236b and second frame buffer 236c). When the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 0, the first frame buffer 236b is specified as the drawing target buffer, and when the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 1, the second frame buffer 236c is specified. Then, the information on the designated drawing target buffer is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing list (see S3602 in FIG. 40).

  As a result, the image controller 237 executes a drawing process for developing an image drawn based on the drawing list on the designated drawing target buffer. Further, the image controller 237 reads out previously developed drawing image information from a frame buffer different from the drawing target buffer in parallel with the drawing processing, and outputs the image to the third symbol display device 81 together with the drive signal. By transferring the information, a display process for displaying an image on the third symbol display device 81 is executed.

  The drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated when the drawing target buffer information is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing list. This update is performed by inverting the value of the rendering target buffer flag 233j, that is, when the value is “0”, it is set to “1”, and when it is “1”, it is set to “0”. Is done by. As a result, the drawing target buffer is alternately set between the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c every time the drawing list is transmitted. The drawing list is transmitted by a V interrupt executed by the MPU 231 based on a V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the drawing process and the display process for one frame are completed. This is performed every time the drawing process of the process (see FIG. 31B) is executed (see S3602 in FIG. 40).

  That is, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading image information for one frame, and When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for the image for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which the image information is read out. Thereby, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read out and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. The

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. As a result, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. The Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately alternating and designating, it is possible to continuously display an image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing an image for one frame.

  Next, each control process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 15 to 23. The processing of the MPU 201 is roughly divided into a startup process that is started when the power is turned on, a main process that is executed after the startup process, and a timer that is periodically started (at intervals of 2 milliseconds in the present embodiment). There are an interrupt process and an NMI interrupt process activated by the input of the power failure signal SG1 to the NMI terminal. For convenience of explanation, the timer interrupt process and the NMI interrupt process are described first, and then the startup process And the main process will be described.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. The timer interruption process is a periodic process executed every 2 milliseconds, for example. In the timer interruption process, first, reading process of various winning switches is executed (S101). That is, the state of various switches connected to the main controller 110 is read, and the state of the switch is determined and the detection information (winning detection information) is stored.

  Next, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are updated (S102). Specifically, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (299 in this embodiment). Then, the updated value of the first initial value random number counter CINI 1 is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203. Similarly, 1 is added to the second initial value random number counter CINI2, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value (239 in this embodiment), it is cleared to 0, and the updated value of the second initial value random number counter CINI2 Is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  Further, the first hit random number counter C1, the first hit type counter C2, the stop type selection counter C3, and the second hit random number counter C4 are updated (S103). Specifically, 1 is added to each of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, the stop type selection counter C3, and the second per-random number counter C4, and these counter values are the maximum values (in this embodiment, When it reaches 299, 99, 99, 239), it is cleared to 0. Then, the updated values of the counters C1 to C4 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  Next, a special symbol variation process for setting a variation pattern of the third symbol by the third symbol display device 81 is executed (S104). A start winning process associated with winning (start winning) at the first entrance 64 is executed (S105). Details of the special symbol variation process and the start winning process will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  After the start winning process (S105) is executed, a normal symbol variation process, which is a process for displaying on the second symbol display device 83, is executed (S106), and the ball passes through the second entrance 67. Through-gate passage processing is executed (S107). The details of the normal symbol variation process and the through gate passing process will be described later with reference to FIG. After the through gate passing process (S107) is executed, the firing control process is executed (S108), and other processes that should be executed periodically are executed (S109), and the timer interrupt process is terminated. In the launch control process, the ball is fired on the condition that the touch sensor 51a detects that the player is touching the operation handle 51 and the stop switch 51b for stopping the firing is not operated. Is a process for determining ON / OFF of. The main controller 110 instructs the launch controller 112 to launch a sphere when the launch of the sphere is on.

  Next, the special symbol variation process (S104) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (S104). This special symbol variation process (S104) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and the special symbol (first symbol) variation display performed by the first symbol display device 37 or the third symbol display device. This is a process for controlling the variation display of the third symbol, etc. performed in 81.

  In this special symbol variation process, first, it is determined whether or not the present symbol is a special symbol jackpot (S201). During the special symbol jackpot, the special symbol jackpot (including the special symbol jackpot game) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81, and the special symbol jackpot Includes during a predetermined time after the end of the jackpot game. As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S201: Yes), this processing is terminated as it is.

  If the special symbol is not big hit (S201: No), it is determined whether or not the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing (S202), and the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing. If not (S202: No), the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is acquired (S203). Next, it is determined whether or not the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is greater than 0 (S204), and if the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is 0 (S204: No), this process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is not 0 (S204: Yes), the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is decremented by 1 (S205) and is changed by calculation. A reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is set (S206). The reserved ball number command set here is stored in a ring buffer for command transmission provided in the RAM 203, and in an external output process (S1001) of a main process (see FIG. 26) described later executed by the MPU 201. And sent to the sound lamp control device 113. When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command, it extracts the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c from the reserved ball number command, and stores the extracted value in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the RAM 223. .

  After setting the reserved ball number command by the process of S206, the data stored in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a is shifted (S207). In the process of S207, a process of sequentially shifting data stored in the reserved first area to the reserved fourth area of the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a to the execution area side is performed. More specifically, the holding area 1 → the execution area, the holding area 2 → the holding area 1, the holding area 3 → the holding area 2, the holding area 4 → the holding area 3, etc. Shift data. After the data is shifted, a special symbol variation start process for starting variation display on the first symbol display device 37 is executed (S208). The special symbol variation start process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In the process of S202, if the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing (S202: Yes), it is determined whether or not the change time of the variable display executed in the first symbol display device 37 has elapsed. (S209). The variation time of the variation display executed in the first symbol display device 37 is determined according to the variation pattern selected by the variation type counter CS1 (determined according to the variation pattern command), and this variation time. If it has not elapsed (S209: No), this processing is terminated.

  On the other hand, in the process of S209, if the variation time of the variation display being executed has elapsed (S209: Yes), the display mode corresponding to the stop symbol of the first symbol display device 37 is set (S210). The setting of the stop symbol is performed in advance by a special symbol variation start process (S208) described later with reference to FIG. When this special symbol variation start process is executed, a special symbol lottery is performed based on the values of various counters stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a. More specifically, whether or not the special symbol is a big hit is determined according to the value of the first random number counter C1. The jackpot A or the jackpot B is determined.

  In the present embodiment, when the big hit A is reached, the blue LED is turned on in the first symbol display device 37, and when the big hit B is reached, the red LED is turned on. Further, when it is off, the red LED and the green LED are turned on. In addition, although the lighting of each LED is released when the next fluctuation display is started, it may be turned on only for a few seconds after the fluctuation stops.

  After the process of S210 is completed, when the variation display being executed in the first symbol display device 37 is started, the lottery result (the current lottery result) of the special symbol performed by the special symbol variation start process is as follows. It is determined whether the special symbol is a big hit (S211). If the lottery result this time is a special symbol jackpot (S211: Yes), it is determined what type of jackpot type out of two types of special symbol jackpots (jackpot A, jackpot B) (S212), and the jackpot type Is a jackpot A, it is a hit of 16 rounds, and after the jackpot game, a probability change is set to execute the jackpot determination of the special symbol with high probability (S213). If the jackpot type is jackpot B, 100 is set in the hour / minute counter 203e (S214). Then, the start of the jackpot of the special symbol is set (S215). Next, a jackpot confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to stop display (determination stop display) of the third symbol variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S216). The process ends.

  In the process of S211, if the current lottery result is out of the special symbol (S211: No), it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S217), and the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1. If it is above (S217: Yes), 1 is subtracted from the value of the hour / minute counter 203e (S218), and this processing is terminated. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / middle counter 203e is 0 (S217: No), the process of S218 is skipped and the process of S219 is executed. In the process of S219, a release confirmation command is set for instructing the voice lamp control device 113 to stop display (determination stop) the third symbol that is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S219). This process ends.

  Next, the special symbol variation start process (S208) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation start process (S208). This special symbol change start process (S208) is a process executed in the special symbol change process (see FIG. 16) of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and is an execution area of the special symbol reservation ball storage area 203a. Based on the values of the various counters stored in, a lottery (decision of success / failure) of “special symbol jackpot” or “exclusion of special symbol” is performed and the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 This is a process for determining the effect pattern (variation effect pattern) of the changed effect.

  In the special symbol variation start process, first, each value of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is acquired. (S301).

  Next, it is determined whether the current gaming state is a high-probability gaming state (in the probability variation gaming state) (S302). Here, it is determined whether or not a probability variation flag (not shown) is set to ON. The probability variation flag is set to ON when the jackpot A is set, and is set to OFF when the jackpot B is set.

  When the high probability game state is in progress (S302: Yes), since the pachinko machine 10 is in a special symbol probabilistic state, the value of the first per-random number counter C1 acquired in the process of S301 and the special for high probability Based on the symbol jackpot random number table, a lottery result indicating whether or not the special symbol is jackpot is acquired (S303). Specifically, the value of the first random number counter C1 is compared with 30 random numbers stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability one by one. As described above, as random numbers that are big hits of special symbols, "4, 11, 28, 38, 45, 52, 64, 78, 83, 99, 106, 112, 122, 134, 140, 151, 168" , 176, 183, 197, 207, 218, 222, 231, 249, 256, 263, 270, 285, 299 ”are set, and the value of the first random number counter C1 and If the random number value matches, it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit. If the lottery result of the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to S305.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the process of S302 that the game state is the low probability game state (normal game state) (S302: No), since the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the special symbol, it is acquired in the process of S301. Based on the value of the first random number counter C1 and the special symbol jackpot random number table for low probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the special symbol is jackpot is acquired (S304). Specifically, the value of the first random number counter C1 is compared one by one with the three random number values stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for low probability. Three random numbers “7, 107, 282” are set as special symbol jackpots, and when the value of the first random number counter C1 matches the random number value that hits them. It is determined that it is a big hit of the special symbol. If the lottery result of the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to S305.

  Then, it is determined whether the lottery result of the special symbol acquired by the process of S303 or S304 is a special symbol jackpot (S305). If it is determined that the special symbol is a big jackpot (S305: Yes), Based on the value of the first hit type counter C2 acquired in the process of S301, the display mode for the big hit is set (S306). More specifically, the value of the first hit type counter C2 acquired in the process of S301 is compared with the random number value stored in the special symbol jackpot type table, and two types of special symbol jackpots (jackpot A, Among jackpots B), it is determined what kind of jackpot. As described above, if the value of the first hit type counter C2 is in the range of “0 to 59”, it is determined that the jackpot A (16R jackpot, special symbol probability change) is set, and “60 to 99”. If it is within the range, it is determined that the jackpot is B (16R jackpot, normal symbol time-short period 100 times) (see FIG. 10A).

  In the process of S306, the display mode (the lighting state of the LED 37a) of the first symbol display device 37 is set according to the determined jackpot type (big hit A, big hit B). Further, in order to stop and display the stop symbol corresponding to the jackpot type on the third symbol display device 81, the jackpot type (big hit A, jackpot B) is set as the stop type.

  Next, a variation pattern at the time of jackpot is determined (S307). When the variation pattern is set in the process of S307, the variation time (display time) of the variation effect in the first symbol display device 37 is set, and the third symbol display device 81 is stopped until the big hit symbol is stopped. The variation time of the symbol is determined. At this time, the value of the variation type counter CS1 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 203 is confirmed, and the variation time of symbol variation such as normal reach and super reach is determined based on the value of the variation type counter CS1. The relationship between the value of the variation type counter CS1 and the variation time is defined in advance by a table or the like.

  In the process of S305, when it is determined that the special symbol is out (S305: No), the display mode at the time of removal is set (S308). In the process of S308, the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is set to a display mode corresponding to the off symbol, and the value of the stop type selection counter C3 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is set. Based on this, as the stop type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81, it is set whether it is front / rear out of reach, reach other than front / rear out, or complete out.

  Here, if the pachinko machine 10 is in the special symbol probability changing state, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 acquired in the process of S301 is compared with the random number value stored in the stop type selection table for high probability. Then, set the stop type. Specifically, if the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is in the range of “0 to 89”, complete outage is set, and if it is in the range of “90 to 97”, reach other than out of front and back is set. , 99 ”, the front / rear reach is set. On the other hand, if the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the special symbol, the stop type is set by comparing the value of the stop type selection counter C3 with the random value stored in the stop type selection table for low probability. To do. Specifically, if the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is in the range of “0 to 79”, complete outage is set, and if it is in the range of “80 to 97”, reach other than out of front and back is set. , 99 ”, the front / rear reach is set.

  Next, the fluctuation pattern at the time of deviation is determined (S309). Here, the display time of the first symbol display device 37 is set, and the variation time of the third symbol until the third symbol display device 81 stops at the off symbol is determined. At this time, similarly to the processing of S307, the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 203 is confirmed, and the fluctuation time of symbol fluctuation such as normal reach and super reach is determined based on the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1. To decide.

  When the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 is completed, a variation pattern command for notifying the display control apparatus 114 of the variation pattern determined by the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 is set (S310). Next, a stop type command for notifying the display control device 114 of the stop type set in the process of S306 or S308 is set (S311). These fluctuation pattern commands and stop type commands are stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203, and these commands are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113 in the processing of S1001 of the main processing (FIG. 23). The The sound lamp control device 113 transmits the stop type command to the display control device 114 as it is. When the process of S312 ends, the process returns to the special symbol variation process.

  Next, the start winning process (S105) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the start winning process (S105). This start winning process (S105) is executed in the timer interruption process (see FIG. 15), and it is determined whether or not there is a winning (start winning) at the first entrance 64 and there is a start winning. This is a process for holding a value indicated by various random number counters and prefetching a lottery result in a special symbol from the values indicated by the various random number counters held.

  When the start winning process (S105) is executed, first, it is determined whether or not the ball has won a prize (start winning) at the first entrance 64 (S401). Here, the entrance to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes. When it is determined that the ball has won the first entrance 64 (S401: Yes), the value of the special symbol reservation ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is acquired (S402). . Then, it is determined whether or not the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment) (S403).

  And, there is no winning at the first entrance 64 (S401: No), or even if there is a winning at the first entrance 64, the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball counter 203c is less than 4. If not (S403: No), the process proceeds to S415. On the other hand, if there is a winning at the first entrance 64 (S401: Yes) and the value (N) of the special symbol reservation ball number counter 203c is less than 4 (S403: Yes), the number of special symbol reservation balls The value (N) of the counter 203c is incremented by 1 (S404). Then, a reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c changed by the calculation is set (S405).

  The reserved ball number command set here is stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203, and in an external output process (S1001) of a main process (see FIG. 23) described later executed by the MPU 201. And sent to the sound lamp control device 113. When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command, it extracts the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c from the reserved ball number command, and stores the extracted value in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the RAM 223. .

  After setting the pending ball number command by the process of S405, the values of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 updated in S103 of the timer interrupt process described above are stored in the RAM 203. Is stored in the first area among the empty reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area) of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a (S406). In the process of S406, the value of the special symbol reserved ball counter 203c is referred to. If the value is 0, the reserved first area is set as the first area. Similarly, if the value is 1, the reserved second area is set as the first area, if the value is 2, the reserved third area is set as the first area, and if the value is 3, the reserved fourth area is set as the first area.

  Next, the normal symbol variation process (S106) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing this normal symbol variation processing (S106). This normal symbol variation process (S106) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and is associated with the second symbol variation display performed by the second symbol display device 83 and the first entrance 64. This is a process for controlling the opening time of the electric accessory.

  In this normal symbol variation process, first, it is determined whether or not the present symbol is being hit by a normal symbol (second symbol) (S601). As a normal symbol (second symbol) hitting, while the second symbol display device 83 is showing the winning indication, and the opening and closing control of the electric accessory associated with the first entrance 64 is performed. Is included. As a result of the determination, if the normal symbol (second symbol) is being hit (S601: Yes), this processing is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the normal symbol (second symbol) is not hit (S601: No), it is determined whether the display mode of the second symbol display device 83 is changing (S602), and the second symbol display device is determined. If the display mode of 83 is not changing (S602: No), the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is acquired (S603). Next, it is determined whether or not the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is larger than 0 (S604), and if the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is 0 (S604: No), this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is not 0 (S604: Yes), the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is decremented by 1 (S605).

  Next, the data stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is shifted (S606). In the process of S606, the data stored in the reserved first area to the reserved fourth area of the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is sequentially shifted to the execution area side. More specifically, the holding area 1 → the execution area, the holding area 2 → the holding area 1, the holding area 3 → the holding area 2, the holding area 4 → the holding area 3, etc. Shift data. After shifting the data, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 stored in the execution area of the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is acquired (S607).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e in the RAM 203 is 1 or more (S608). The hour / short counter 203e is a counter that indicates whether or not the pachinko machine 10 is in a normal symbol time-short state. If the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0, it indicates that the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol.

  When the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S608: Yes), it is determined whether or not the present symbol is a big hit of the special symbol (S609). During the special symbol jackpot, the special symbol jackpot (including the special symbol jackpot game) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81, and the special symbol jackpot Includes during a predetermined time after the end of the jackpot game. As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S609: Yes), the process proceeds to S611. In the present embodiment, the special symbol lottery is difficult to win during the special symbol jackpot. This is because during the big hit of the special symbol (that is, during the special game state), the player hits the ball in an attempt to win the special winning opening 65a, so that the electric accessory attached to the first inlet 64 is released. This is to prevent the balls that are going to win the special winning opening 65a from entering the first winning opening 64 as much as possible. In addition, since the special winning opening 65a is provided immediately below the first winning opening 64, the first winning opening 65a is not limited to the first winning opening even if the ball is prevented from entering the first winning opening 64 during the big hit of the special symbol. A lot of balls enter the entrance 64. As a result, in most cases, while the pachinko machine 10 is transitioning to the special game state, the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 becomes maximum (four times).

  In the process of S609, if the special symbol jackpot is not being hit (S609: No), the pachinko machine 10 is not hitting the special symbol and the pachinko machine 10 is in a short time state of a normal symbol, so it is acquired in the process of S607. Based on the value of the second random number counter C4 and the random number table per normal symbol for high probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the normal symbol is hit is acquired (S610). Specifically, the value of the second random number counter C4 is compared with the random number value stored in the random number table per ordinary symbol for high probability. As described above, if the value of the second hit type counter C4 is in the range of “5-204”, it is determined that it is a normal symbol hit, and if it is in the range of “0-4, 205-239”, It is determined that it is out of the normal symbol (see FIG. 8B).

  In the process of S608, when the value of the time reduction counter 203e is 0 (S608: No), the process proceeds to S611. In the process of S611, since the pachinko machine 10 is in the big hit of the special symbol or the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 acquired in the process of S607 is low. Based on the random number table per normal symbol for probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the normal symbol is hit is acquired (S611). Specifically, the value of the second random number counter C4 is compared with the random number value stored in the random number table per normal symbol for low probability. As described above, if the value of the second hit type counter C4 is in the range of “5-28”, it is determined that it is a normal symbol hit, and if it is in the range of “0-4, 29-239”, It is determined that the symbol is out of the normal pattern (see FIG. 10B).

  Next, it is determined whether the normal symbol lottery result acquired by the processing of S610 or S611 is a normal symbol win (S612). If it is determined that the normal symbol wins (S612: Yes) The display mode for winning is set (S613). In the process of S613, after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is completed, the symbol “◯” is set to be lit and displayed as the stop symbol (second symbol).

  Then, it is determined whether the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S614). If the value of the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more (S614: Yes), the present symbol is a big hit of the special symbol. Is determined (S615). As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S615: Yes), the process proceeds to S617. In the present embodiment, during the big hit of the special symbol, in order to suppress the sphere from entering the first entrance 64 as much as possible, even when it hits the normal symbol, it is the same as when the normal symbol is off In addition, the number of opening times and the opening time of the electric accessory are set.

  In the process of S615, if the special symbol is not in a big hit (S615: No), the pachinko machine 10 is not in the big hit of the special symbol and the pachinko machine 10 is in the short time state of the normal symbol, so the first entrance The opening period of the electric accessory attached to 64 is set to 1 second, the number of times of opening is set to 2 (S616), and the process proceeds to S619. In the process of S614, when the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0 (S614: No), the process proceeds to S617. In the process of S617, since the pachinko machine 10 is in the big hit of the special symbol or the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol, the opening period of the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is set to 0. In addition to setting for 2 seconds, the number of times of opening is set to 1 (S617), and the process proceeds to S619.

  In the process of S612, when it is determined that the symbol is out of the normal symbol (S612: No), the display mode at the time of disconnection is set (S618). In the process of S618, after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is finished, the symbol “x” is set to be lit and displayed as the stop symbol (second symbol). When the setting of the display mode at the time of removal is completed, the process proceeds to S619.

  In the process of S619, it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S619). The display variation time is set to 3 seconds (S620), and this process is terminated. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0 (S619: No), the variation display variation time in the second symbol display device 83 is set to 30 seconds (S621), and this processing is terminated. In this way, except for the big hit of the special symbol, when the probability of the normal symbol is high, the time of the variable display becomes “30 seconds → 3 seconds” as compared with the case of the low probability of the normal symbol, and further, Since the release period of the first entrance 64 becomes very long as “0.2 seconds × 1 time → 1 second × 2 times”, it becomes easy for the ball to enter the first entrance 64.

  In the process of S602, if the display mode of the second symbol display device 83 is changing (S602: Yes), it is determined whether or not the change time of the variable display executed in the second symbol display device 83 has elapsed. (S622). Here, the variation time is a time set in advance by the process of S620 or the process of S621 before the variable display is started on the second symbol display device 83.

  If the variation time has not elapsed in the process of S622 (S622: No), this process ends. On the other hand, if the variation time of the variation display being executed has elapsed in the process of S622 (S622: Yes), the stop display of the second symbol display device 83 is set (S623). In the process of S623, if the normal symbol lottery is won and the display mode is set by the process of S613, the symbol “◯” as the second symbol is stopped in the second symbol display device 83. It is set to be displayed (lighted display). On the other hand, if the normal symbol lottery is lost and the display mode is set by the processing of S618, the “x” symbol as the second symbol is displayed on the second symbol display device 83 as a stop display (lights on). Display). When the stop display is set by the process of S623, when the second symbol display update process (see S1007) of the main process (see FIG. 23) is executed next, the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is displayed. The stop symbol (second symbol) is stopped and displayed on the second symbol display device 83 (lit display) in the display mode set in the processing of S613 or S618.

  Next, whether or not the normal symbol lottery result (the current lottery result) performed by the normal symbol variation process is the normal symbol hit when the variation display being executed in the second symbol display device 83 is started. Is determined (S624). If the current lottery result is a normal symbol (S624: Yes), the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is set (S625), and this process is terminated. When the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory is set by the processing of S625, when the electric accessory opening / closing process (see S1005) of the main process (see FIG. 23) is executed next, the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is executed. Is started, and the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is continued until the opening time and the number of opening times set in the process of S616 or the process of S617 are completed. On the other hand, in the process of S624, if the current lottery result is out of the normal symbol (S624: No), the process of S625 is skipped and the process is terminated.

  Next, the through-gate passing process (S107) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the through gate passing process (S107). This through-gate passing process (S107) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and it is determined whether or not a sphere has passed through the second entrance 67. This is a process for acquiring and holding the value indicated by the second random number counter C4.

  In the through gate passing process (S107), first, it is determined whether or not the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 (S701). Here, the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67 is detected over three timer interruption processes. If it is determined that the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 (S701: Yes), the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is acquired (S702). . Then, it is determined whether or not the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment) (S703).

  Whether the ball has not passed through the second entrance 67 (S701: No), or even if the ball has passed through the second entrance 67, the value (M) of the normal symbol holding ball counter 203d is 4. If not less than this (S703: No), this processing is terminated. On the other hand, if the ball passes through the second entrance 67 (S701: Yes) and the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is less than 4 (S703: Yes), the number of normal symbol reserved balls The value (M) of the counter 203d is incremented by 1 (S704). Then, the value of the second random number counter C4 updated in S103 of the timer interruption process described above is used as the first of the free reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area) of the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b of the RAM 203. (S705), and this process ends. In the process of S705, the value of the normal symbol reserved ball counter 203d is referred to. If the value is 0, the reserved first area is set as the first area. Similarly, if the value is 1, the reserved second area is set as the first area, if the value is 2, the reserved third area is set as the first area, and if the value is 3, the reserved fourth area is set as the first area.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an NMI interrupt process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. The NMI interruption process is a process executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110 when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. By this NMI interrupt processing, the information on the occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SG1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 to the NMI terminal of the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. Then, the MPU 201 interrupts the control being executed and starts the NMI interrupt process, stores the power-off occurrence information in the RAM 203 as a setting of the power-off occurrence information (S801), and ends the NMI interrupt process. To do.

  The above NMI interrupt process is executed in the same manner in the payout and emission control device 111, and information on the occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 213 by the NMI interrupt process. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SG1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 to the NMI terminal of the MPU 211 in the payout control device 111, and the MPU 211 interrupts the control being executed. Thus, the NMI interrupt process is started.

  Next, a startup process executed by the MPU 201 in the main control device 110 when the main control device 110 is powered on will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing this start-up process. This start-up process is activated by a reset at power-on. In the start-up process, first, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed (S901). For example, a predetermined value set in advance for the stack pointer is set. Next, a wait process (1 second in this embodiment) is executed in order to wait for the sub-side control device (peripheral control devices such as the sound lamp control device 113 and the payout control device 111) to be operable. (S902). Then, access to the RAM 203 is permitted (S903).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the RAM erase switch 122 (see FIG. 3) provided in the power supply device 115 is turned on (S904). If it is turned on (S904: Yes), the process proceeds to S912. On the other hand, if the RAM erasure switch 122 is not turned on (S904: No), it is further determined whether or not the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S905), and if not stored (S905: No). Since there is a possibility that the process at the time of the previous power-off was not completed normally, the process proceeds to S912 also in this case.

  If the power failure occurrence information is stored in the RAM 203 (S905: Yes), the RAM determination value is calculated (S906). If the calculated RAM determination value is not normal (S907: No), that is, the calculated RAM If the determination value does not match the RAM determination value stored at the time of power-off, the backed up data has been destroyed. In such a case as well, the process proceeds to S912. Note that the RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at the work area address of the RAM 203, as will be described later in the processing of S1014 in FIG. Instead of the RAM determination value, the validity of the backup may be determined based on whether or not the keyword written in a predetermined area of the RAM 203 is correctly stored.

  In the process of S912, a payout initialization command is transmitted in order to initialize the payout control device 111 as the sub-side control device (peripheral control device) (S912). Upon receiving this payout initialization command, the payout control device 111 clears an area (work area) other than the stack area of the RAM 213, sets an initial value, and enters a state in which game ball payout control can be started. After transmitting the payout initialization command, main controller 110 executes initialization processing (S913, S914) of RAM 203.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, when RAM data is initialized when the power is turned on, for example, when the hall starts business, the power is turned on while the RAM erase switch 122 is pressed. Therefore, if the RAM erase switch 122 is pressed during the start-up process, the RAM initialization process (S913, S914) is executed. Similarly, initialization processing (S913, S914) of the RAM 203 is executed even when the information on occurrence of power interruption is not set or when a backup abnormality is confirmed by the RAM determination value (checksum value or the like). . In the RAM initialization process (S913, S914), the used area of the RAM 203 is cleared to 0 (S913), and then the initial value of the RAM 203 is set (S914). After the initialization process of the RAM 203 is executed, the process proceeds to S910.

  On the other hand, if the RAM erase switch 122 is not turned on (S904: No), the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored (S905: Yes), and the RAM judgment value (checksum value etc.) is normal ( (S907: Yes), the power-off occurrence information is cleared while the backed up data is held in the RAM 203 (S908). Next, a payout return command at the time of power recovery for returning the sub-side control device (peripheral control device) to the gaming state when the drive power supply is cut off is transmitted (S909), and the process proceeds to S910. When the payout control device 111 receives this payout return command, the payout control device 111 is in a state where the payout control of the game ball can be started while holding the data stored in the RAM 213.

  In the process of S910, an effect permission command is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are permitted to execute various effects. Next, an interrupt is permitted (S911), and the process proceeds to a main process described later.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 23, the main process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 after the above-described startup process will be described. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing this main process. In this main process, the main process of the game is executed. As its outline, each process of S1001 to S1007 is executed as a periodic process with a period of 4 milliseconds, and the counter update process of S1010 and S1011 is executed in the remaining time.

  In the main processing, first, during execution of the timer interrupt processing (see FIG. 15), output data such as commands stored in the command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203 is transferred to each control device (peripheral). External output processing to be transmitted to the control device is executed (S1001). Specifically, the presence / absence of winning detection information detected in the switch reading processing of S101 in the timer interruption processing (see FIG. 15) is determined, and if there is winning detection information, the payout control device 111 corresponds to the number of balls acquired. Send a prize ball command. Further, the reserved ball number command set in the special symbol variation process (see FIG. 16) or the start winning process (see FIG. 18) is transmitted to the voice lamp control device 113. Further, by this external output processing, a variation pattern command, a stop type command, and the like necessary for the third symbol variation display by the third symbol display device 81 are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. In addition, the round number command and the ending command set in the jackpot control process (S1004) are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. In addition, when launching a sphere, a sphere launch signal is transmitted to the launch controller 112.

  Next, the value of the variation type counter CS1 is updated (S1002). Specifically, the variation type counter CS1 is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (198 in this embodiment). Then, the update value of the variation type counter CS 1 is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  When the update of the variation type counter CS1 is completed, the winning ball counting signal and the payout abnormality signal received from the payout control device 111 are read (S1003). A jackpot control process for opening or closing the specific winning opening (large opening) 65a of the winning device 65 is executed (S1004). In the jackpot control process, the specific winning opening 65a is opened for each round of the big hit state, and it is determined whether the maximum opening time of the specific winning opening 65a has elapsed or whether a specified number of balls have won the specific winning opening 65a. When any of these conditions is met, the specific winning opening 65a is closed. The opening and closing of the specific winning opening 65a is repeated for a predetermined number of rounds. In the present embodiment, the jackpot control process (S1004) is executed in the main process, but may be executed in the timer interrupt process.

  Next, an electric accessory opening / closing process for performing opening / closing control of the electric accessory associated with the first entrance 64 is executed (S1005). In the electric accessory opening / closing process, when the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory is set by the process of S625 of the normal symbol variation process (see FIG. 19), the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is started. The opening / closing control of the electric accessory is continued until the opening time and the number of opening times set in the processing of S616 or the processing of S617 in the normal symbol variation processing are completed.

  Next, the 1st symbol display update process which updates the display of the 1st symbol display apparatus 37 is performed (S1006). In the first symbol display update process, when the variation pattern is set by the process of S308 or the process of S310 of the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 17), the variation display corresponding to the variation pattern is displayed as the first symbol display. Begin at device 37. In the present embodiment, among the LEDs 37a of the first symbol display device 37, until the fluctuation time elapses after the fluctuation starts, for example, if the currently lit LED is red, the red LED is turned off. The green LED is turned on, and if the green LED is lit, the green LED is turned off and the blue LED is turned on. If the blue LED is lit, the blue LED is turned off. And turn on the red LED.

  The main process is executed every 4 milliseconds, but if the LED lighting color is changed every time the main process is executed, the player cannot confirm the change in the LED lighting color. Therefore, a counter (not shown) is counted once every time the main process is executed so that the player can confirm the change in the lighting color of the LED. Change the lighting color of. That is, the lighting color of the LED is changed every 0.4 s. The counter value is reset to 0 when the lighting color of the LED is changed.

  In the first symbol display update process, when the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern set by the process of S308 of the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 17) or the process of S310 ends, the first symbol display device The variation display being executed in 37 is ended, and the stop symbol (first symbol) is displayed as the first symbol in the display mode set by the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 of the special symbol variation start processing (see FIG. 17). The device 37 is stopped (lighted).

  Next, a second symbol display update process for updating the display of the second symbol display device 83 is executed (S1007). In the second symbol display update process, when the variation time of the second symbol is set by the processing of S620 of the normal symbol variation processing (see FIG. 19) or the processing of S621, the variation display is started on the second symbol display device 83. To do. Thereby, in the 2nd symbol display apparatus 83, the variable display which turns on the symbol of "(circle)" and the symbol of "x" as a 2nd symbol alternately is performed. Further, in the second symbol display update process, when the stop display of the second symbol display device 83 is set by the processing of S623 of the normal symbol variation processing (see FIG. 19), the second symbol display device 83 executes the symbol display update processing. The display of the stop symbol (second symbol) is stopped and displayed on the second symbol display device 83 in the display mode set in S613 or S618 of the normal symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). (Lights up).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not occurrence information of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008). If no occurrence information of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008: No), a power failure signal is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252. SG1 is not output and the power supply is not shut off. Therefore, in such a case, it is determined whether or not the execution timing of the next main process has been reached, that is, whether or not a predetermined time (4 ms in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the start of the current main process (S1009). If the predetermined time has already elapsed (S1009: Yes), the process proceeds to S1001, and the processes after S1001 described above are repeatedly executed.

  On the other hand, if the predetermined time has not yet elapsed since the start of the current main process (S1009: No), the first time is reached until the predetermined time, that is, within the remaining time until the next main process execution timing. The initial value random number counter CINI1, the second initial value random number counter CINI2, and the variation type counter CS1 are repeatedly updated (S1010, S1011).

  First, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are updated (S1010). Specifically, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (299, 239 in the present embodiment). . Then, the updated values of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are stored in the corresponding buffer areas of the RAM 203, respectively. Next, the variation type counter CS1 is updated by the same method as the processing of S1002 (S1011).

  Here, since the execution time of each process of S1001 to S1007 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the next main process execution timing is not constant but varies. Therefore, by repeatedly performing the update of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 using the remaining time, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 (that is, , The initial value of the first random number counter C1 and the initial value of the second random number counter C4) can be updated at random. Similarly, the variation type counter CS1 can be updated at random.

  In the processing of S1008, if the occurrence information of the power supply interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008: Yes), the power supply is shut down due to the occurrence of a power outage or the power off, and the power outage monitoring circuit 252 outputs the power outage signal SG1. As a result, since the NMI interrupt process of FIG. 21 has been executed, the power-off process after S1012 is executed. First, the generation of each interrupt process is prohibited (S1012), and a power-off command indicating that the power has been cut off is sent to other control devices (peripheral control devices such as the payout control device 111 and the sound lamp control device 113). (S1013). Then, the RAM determination value is calculated and stored (S1014), access to the RAM 203 is prohibited (S1015), and the infinite loop is continued until the power supply is completely shut down and the process cannot be executed. Here, the RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value in the stack area and work area to be backed up in the RAM 203.

  Note that the processing of S1008 is performed at the timing when the series of processing corresponding to the game state change performed in S1001 to S1007 ends, or at the end of one cycle of the processing of S1010 and S1011 performed within the remaining time. It is running. Therefore, in the main process of the main controller 110, the occurrence information of the power supply interruption is confirmed at the timing when each setting is completed. Therefore, when returning from the power interruption state, the process is performed after the start-up process is completed. The process can be started from S1001. That is, the process can be started from the process of S1001 as in the case where the initialization is performed in the startup process. Therefore, in the process at the time of power shutdown, the contents of each register used by the MPU 201 are not saved in the stack area or the value of the stack pointer is not saved. In the initial setting process (S901), the stack pointer By setting to a predetermined value (initial value), it is possible to start from the processing of S1001. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the control burden on the main control device 110 and to perform accurate control without causing the main control device 110 to malfunction or run away.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 24 to 28, each control process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. The processing of the MPU 221 is roughly classified into a startup process that is started when the power is turned on, and a main process that is executed after the startup process.

  First, a startup process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing this start-up process. This startup process is started when the power is turned on.

  When the start-up process is executed, first, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed (S1201). Specifically, a predetermined value set in advance for the stack pointer is set. Thereafter, depending on whether or not the power-off process flag is turned on, the power-on process in S1318 is performed in this startup process due to an instantaneous voltage drop (momentary power failure, so-called “instantaneous power failure”) (see FIG. 25). ) Is determined during execution (S1202). As will be described later with reference to FIG. 25, when the sound lamp control device 113 receives a power-off command from the main control device 110 (see S1315 in FIG. 25), it executes a power-off process in S1318. The power-off process flag is turned on before the power-off process is executed, and the power-off process flag is turned off after the power-off process ends. Therefore, whether or not the power-off process in S1318 is in the middle of execution can be determined by the state of the power-off process flag.

  If the power-off process flag is off (S1202: No), the current start-up process is started after the power supply is completely shut off, or after a momentary power failure occurs and the power-off process at S1318 is performed. It was started after the execution of the process was completed, or started only after the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 was reset due to noise or the like (without receiving a power-off command from the main control device 110). is there. Therefore, in these cases, it is confirmed whether or not the data in the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1203).

  Confirmation of data destruction of the RAM 223 is performed as follows. That is, data as a keyword “55AAh” is written in a specific area of the RAM 223 by the process of S1206. Therefore, the data stored in the specific area is checked, and if the data is “55AAh”, there is no data destruction in the RAM 223. Conversely, if the data is not “55AAh”, the data destruction in the RAM 223 can be confirmed. If data destruction of the RAM 223 is confirmed (S1203: Yes), the process proceeds to S1204, and initialization of the RAM 223 is started. On the other hand, if data destruction of the RAM 223 is not confirmed (S1203: No), the process proceeds to S1208.

  If the current start-up process is started after the power supply is completely shut down, the keyword “55AAh” is not stored in the specific area of the RAM 223 (the memory in the RAM 223 is lost due to the power-off). ), It is determined that the data in the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1203: Yes), and the process proceeds to S1204. On the other hand, this start-up process was started after an instantaneous power failure and after completing the power-off process in S1318, or is reset only to the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 due to noise or the like. When the process starts, since the keyword “55AAh” is stored in the specific area of the RAM 223, it is determined that the data in the RAM 223 is normal (S1203: No), and the process proceeds to S1208.

  If the power-off process flag is on (S1202: Yes), the startup process this time is after an instantaneous power failure has occurred and during the execution of the power-off process in S1318, the sound lamp control device 113. The MPU 221 is started after being reset. In such a case, since the power-off process is being executed, the storage state of the RAM 223 is not necessarily correct. Therefore, since control cannot be continued in such a case, the process proceeds to S1204 and initialization of the RAM 223 is started.

  In the process of S1204, the entire storage area of the RAM 223 is checked (S1204). As a check method, first, “0FFh” is written for each byte, and it is read for each byte to check whether it is “0FFh”. If “0FFh”, it is determined as normal. The writing and checking for each byte are performed in the order of “55h”, “0AAh”, and “00h” after “0FFh”. This RAM 223 read / write check clears all storage areas of the RAM 223 to zero.

  If it is determined that the read / write check is normal for all the storage areas of the RAM 223 (S1205: Yes), the keyword “55AAh” is written in the specific area of the RAM 223 and the RAM destruction check data is set (S1206). By checking the keyword “55AAh” written in this specific area, it is checked whether or not there is data corruption in the RAM 223. On the other hand, if an abnormality in the reading / writing check is detected in any storage area of the RAM 223 (S1205: No), the abnormality of the RAM 223 is notified (S1207), and an infinite loop is performed until the power is shut off. The abnormality of the RAM 223 is notified by the display lamp 34. The sound output device 226 may output a sound to notify the abnormality of the RAM 223, or an error command may be transmitted to the display control device 114 to display an error message on the third symbol display device 81. It may be.

  In the processing of S1208, it is determined whether or not the power-off flag is turned on (S1208). The power-off flag is turned on when the power-off process in S1318 is executed (see S1317 in FIG. 25). In other words, since the power-off flag is turned on before the power-off process in S1318 is executed, the current start-up process is instantaneous because the power-off flag is turned on to reach the process in S1208. This is a case where the process is started after a power failure has occurred and the execution of the power-off process in S1318 is completed. Therefore, in such a case (S1208: Yes), the RAM work area is cleared to initialize each process of the sound lamp control device 113 (S1209), the initial value of the RAM 223 is set (S1210), and an interrupt is performed. The permission is set (S1211), and the process proceeds to the main process. Note that the work area of the RAM 223 is an area other than an area for storing commands received from the main control device 110.

  On the other hand, when the power-off flag is turned off, the process of S1208 is reached because the current start-up process is started after, for example, the power supply is completely shut down. This is a case where the processing has been reached, or the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is reset only (without receiving a power-off command from the main control device 110) due to noise or the like. Therefore, in such a case (S1208: No), S1209 which is the process of clearing the work area of the RAM 223 is skipped, the process proceeds to S1210, the initial value of the RAM 223 is set (S1210), and the interrupt permission is set. In step S1211, the process proceeds to the main process.

  The reason for skipping the clear process in S1209 is that when the process from S1204 to S1208 is reached via the process in S1206, all the storage areas of the RAM 223 have already been cleared by the process in S1204. When only the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is reset due to noise or the like and the start-up process is started, the data in the work area of the RAM 223 is stored without being cleared, so that the sound lamp control device 113 is saved. This is because the control can be continued.

  Next, a main process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 after the start-up process of the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing this main process. When the main process is executed, it is first determined whether or not 1 msec or more has elapsed since the main process was started or since the current processing of S1301 was executed (S1301). If not (S1301: No), the process proceeds to S1311 without performing the processes in S1302 to S1310. In S1301, it is determined whether or not 1 msec has passed. S1302 to S1310 are mainly processes related to display (production), whereas it is not necessary to edit in a short cycle (within 1 msec). This is because it is preferable to execute the variable display setting process of S1311, the command determination process of S1312, and the process of updating the counter values of S1313 and S1314 in a short cycle. By executing the processing of S1312 in a short cycle, it is possible to prevent the reception of a command transmitted from the main controller 110 from being missed. By executing the processing of S1311 in a short cycle, the command received by the command determination processing Based on the above, it is possible to make a setting related to the changing effect without delay.

  If 1 msec or more has elapsed in the process of S1301 (S1301: Yes), first, various commands for the display control apparatus 114 set by the processes of S1303 to S1312 are transmitted to the display control apparatus 114 (S1302). ). Next, the setting of the lighting mode of the display lamp 34 and the lighting mode of the lamp edited in the processing of S1308 described later are set (S1303), and then the power-on notification process is executed (S1304). In the power-on notification process, when the power is turned on, a notification is given to notify that the power is turned on for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds). The notification is performed by the audio output device 226 or the lamp display device 227. Is called. Moreover, it is good also as what transmits a command to the display control apparatus 114 to alert | report that power was supplied on the screen of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81. FIG. If the power is not turned on, the process proceeds to S1305 without performing the notification by the power-on notification process.

  In the process of S1305, a waiting-for-waiting effect process is executed, and then a hold number display update process is executed (S1306). In the customer waiting effect process, when a predetermined period of time elapses when the pachinko machine 10 is not played by the player, setting for switching the display of the third symbol display device 81 to the title screen is performed, and the setting is displayed as a command. Sent to device 114. In the number-of-holds display update process, a process for turning on a hold lamp (not shown) according to the value of the special symbol number-of-balls counter 223a is performed.

  Thereafter, frame button input monitoring / effect processing is executed (S1307). This frame button input monitoring / production process monitors the input of whether or not the frame button 22 operated by the player has been pressed to enhance the production effect, and corresponds to the case where the input of the frame button 22 is confirmed. This is a process for setting to produce an effect. In this process, when an operation by the player on the frame button 22 is detected, a frame button operation command for notifying the display control device 114 that the frame button 22 has been operated is set.

  Also, when the frame button 22 is pressed during a period in which the change effect is not executed or during the high-speed change period, a process for changing the stage is performed, and a rear image change command for the display control device 114 is set. By including information on the type of the back image corresponding to the stage after the change in the back image change command, the display control device 114 displays the back image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 as an image corresponding to the stage. Processing to change to is performed. In addition, when a notice character appears at the start of fluctuation display, the expected value of the jackpot due to the current fluctuation is displayed by pressing the frame button 22, or the expectation for the jackpot is displayed by pressing the frame button 22 during reach production. It is good also as a decision button for changing to the production | presentation which can have, or selecting the reach | reduction effect of the frame button 22 among several reach productions. If the frame button 22 is not provided, the process of S1307 is omitted.

  When the frame button input monitoring / production process ends, the lamp editing process is executed (S1308), and then the sound editing / output process is executed (S1309). In the lamp editing process, lighting patterns and the like of the illumination units 29 to 33 are set so as to correspond to the display performed on the third symbol display device 81. In the sound editing / output process, an output pattern of the sound output device 226 is set so as to correspond to the display performed on the third symbol display device 81, and sound is output from the sound output device 226 according to the setting.

  After the process of S1309, a liquid crystal effect execution management process is executed (S1310), and the process proceeds to S1311. In the liquid crystal effect execution management process, a time synchronized with the time required for the variable display performed by the third symbol display device 81 is set based on the variable pattern command transmitted from the main controller 110. The lamp editing process of S1308 is executed based on the time set in the liquid crystal effect execution monitoring process. Note that the sound editing / output process of S1309 is also executed in a time synchronized with the time required for the variable display performed in the third symbol display device 81.

  In the process of S1311, a command determination process for performing a process according to the command received from the main control device 110 is performed (S1311). Details of this command determination processing will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Following the command determination process (S1311), a variable display setting process is executed (S1312). In the variation display setting process, a variation pattern command for display is generated and set based on the variation pattern command received from the main control device 110 in order to cause the third symbol display device 81 to execute a variation effect. As a result, the command is transmitted to the display control device 114. Details of this variation display setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  When the processing of S1312 is completed, it is determined whether or not the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored in the work RAM 233 (S1315). The information on the occurrence of power-off is stored when a power-off command is received from the main controller 110. If power failure occurrence information is stored in the processing of S1315 (S1315: Yes), both the power shutdown flag and the power shutdown flag are turned on (S1317), and the power shutdown processing is executed (S1318). After execution of the power-off process, the power-off process flag is turned off (S1319), and then the process is looped infinitely. In the power-off process, the generation of the interrupt process is prohibited and each output port is turned off to turn off the output from the audio output device 226 and the lamp display device 227. In addition, the storage of information on occurrence of power interruption is also deleted.

  On the other hand, if the information on occurrence of power interruption is not stored in the process of S1315 (S1315: No), it is determined whether or not the RAM 223 is destroyed based on the keyword stored in the RAM 223 (S1316), and the RAM 223 is destroyed. If not (S1316: No), the process returns to S1301, and the main process is repeatedly executed. On the other hand, if the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1316: Yes), the processing is looped infinitely in order to stop the subsequent processing. Here, if it is determined that the RAM is destroyed and an infinite loop is performed, the main process is not executed, and thereafter, the display by the third symbol display device 81 does not change. Therefore, since the player can know that an abnormality has occurred, he can call a hall clerk or the like and request repair of the pachinko machine 10 or the like. Further, when it is confirmed that the RAM 223 is destroyed, the sound output device 226 or the lamp display device 227 may notify the RAM destruction.

  Next, a command determination process (S1311) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the command determination process (S1311). This command determination processing (S1311) is executed in the main processing (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113, and determines the command received from the main control device 110 as described above. .

  In the command determination process (S 1311), first, the first command received from the main control device 110 among unprocessed commands is read from the command storage area provided in the RAM 223, analyzed, and the fluctuation pattern from the main control device 110. It is determined whether a command has been received (S1401). When the variation pattern command is received (S1401: Yes), the variation start flag 223b provided in the RAM 223 is turned on (S1402), and the variation pattern type is extracted from the received variation pattern command (S1403). The variation pattern type based on the received variation pattern command is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (S1404), and the process returns to the main process. The variation pattern type extracted here is stored in the RAM 223 and is referred to when a variation display setting process (see FIG. 28) described later is executed. Then, it is used to set a display variation pattern command for notifying the display control device 114 of the start of the variation effect and its variation pattern type.

  On the other hand, if the variation pattern command has not been received (S1401: No), it is then determined whether a stop type command has been received from the main control device 110 (S1405). When the stop type command is received (S1405: Yes), the stop type selection flag 223c of the RAM 223 is set to ON (S1406), and the stop type is extracted from the received stop type command (S1407). Return to processing. The stop type extracted here is stored in the RAM 223 and is referred to when a later-described variable display setting process (see FIG. 28) is executed. Then, it is used to set a display stop type command for notifying the display control device 114 of the stop type of the variation effect.

  On the other hand, if a stop type command has not been received (S1405: No), it is then determined whether or not a reserved ball number command has been received from the main control device 110 (S1408). Then, when the reserved ball number command is received (S1408: Yes), the value included in the received held ball number command, that is, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main controller 110 (special symbol). Is extracted and stored in the special symbol reservation ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113 (S1409). In the processing of S1409, a display reserved ball number command for notifying the display control device 114 of the updated value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is set. After the process of S1409 is completed, the process returns to the main process.

  Here, since the number-of-holding balls command is sent from the main controller 110 when the ball wins the first entrance 64 (start winning) or when a special symbol lottery is performed, the starting win is received. Is detected, or every time a special symbol is drawn, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113 is changed to the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter of the main control device 110 by the process of S1409. It can be adjusted to the value of 203c. Therefore, even if the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 deviates from the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110 due to the influence of noise or the like, At the time of symbol lottery, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 can be corrected to match the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110. When the processing of S1408 is executed, a display reserved ball number command for notifying the display controller 114 of the updated value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is set. Thereby, in the display control device 114, the number of reserved balls corresponding to the number of reserved balls is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the processing of S1408, if the pending ball number command has not been received (S1407: No), it is then determined whether a detachment confirmation command has been received from the main controller 110 (S1410). When a detachment confirmation command is received from the main control device 110 (S1410: Yes), a detachment confirmation command reception process is executed (S1411). The details of the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411) will be described later with reference to FIG. 27A. However, the determination of success / failure indicated by the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d and the received detachment confirmation command are as follows. A process of executing a determination as to whether or not it matches the determination of whether or not the result is wrong and displaying an error code (for example, H01 or the like) indicating that the determination of correctness / incorrectness does not match on the third symbol display device 81 is performed. Executed.

  On the other hand, in the process of S1410, when the disconnection confirmation command is not received (S1410: No), it is determined whether the jackpot confirmation command output from the main controller 110 is received (S1412). When the jackpot confirmation command is received (S1412: No), the jackpot confirmation command reception process is executed (S1413). The jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 27B. However, the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is not changed. It is determined whether or not the hit determination result shown matches the hit determination result shown by the received jackpot confirmation command, and if they do not match, an error code indicating that they do not match the third symbol display device 81 (for example, A01 is displayed.

  In this way, at the time of the stop display (determination stop) of the third symbol, by comparing the validity determination indicated by the confirmation command with the received validity determination, the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 are compared. The communication state can be confirmed. Even if the fluctuation pattern command output by the main controller 110 is a deviation fluctuation pattern, the voice lamp control device 113 determines that the fluctuation pattern is a hit fluctuation pattern due to the influence of noise or the like, and the hit is notified with the third symbol. Even in this case, the error code is displayed because the determination of success / failure does not match with the confirmation command, so even if the jackpot game is not started, the game store confirms the error code and details the contents of the defect to the player. Can be explained. Therefore, it can suppress that a player has distrust in a game.

  In the present embodiment, error notification is performed by displaying an error code. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to notify the determination of success / failure based on the determination of success / failure transmitted by the confirmation command. Further, not only the determination of success / failure, but also information such as a stop type may be added to the confirmation command so that collation of the jackpot type or the like is also executed, and notification or content correction may be executed.

  If the jackpot confirmation command has not been received (S1412: No), it is determined whether or not another command has been received, the process corresponding to the received command is executed (S1418), and the process returns to the main process. . For example, if the other command is a command used in the sound lamp control device 113, the processing corresponding to the command is performed, the processing result is stored in the RAM 223, and if the command is used in the display control device 114, the command is displayed. The command is set to be transmitted to the device 114.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 27A, the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 27A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411). This deviation confirmation command reception process (S1411) is executed in the command determination process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control apparatus 113 (see S1411 in FIG. 26), and as described above, the main control apparatus When the deviation confirmation command output by 110 is received, collation is performed to determine whether the determination of whether or not the fluctuation pattern being received matches the determination of whether or not the deviation is determined by the deviation confirmation command.

  In this deviation confirmation command reception process (S1411), first, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation pattern stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is a deviation fluctuation pattern (S1501). When the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is a winning variation pattern (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1501: No), the third symbol display device is displayed with respect to the display control device 114. A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (for example, H01) indicating that the confirmation command has been received and has not been matched is set (generated) (S1502). Thereafter, the process of S1503 is executed.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is an out-of-sequence variation pattern (that is, the collation result matches) (S1501: Yes), the processing of S1502 is skipped and the processing of S1503 is performed. Run. In the process of S1503, a display detachment confirmation command is set (generated) for instructing the display control device 114 to stop display (determination stop display) of the third symbol that is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. (S1503).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 27B, the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 27B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413). This jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) is executed in the command determination process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 (see S1413 in FIG. 26). As described above, the main control device When a jackpot confirmation command is received from 110, a collation is performed to determine whether the winning / failing determination indicated by the received variation pattern matches the winning / non-winning determination indicated by the jackpot confirmation command.

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), first, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is a winning variation pattern (S1601). If the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is an out-of-sequence variation pattern (ie, the collation result does not match) (S1601: No), the third symbol display device is displayed with respect to the display control device 114. A display error notification command is set (generated) instructing to display an error code (for example, A01) indicating that the jackpot confirmation command is not received and matched in 81 (S1602). Thereafter, the process of S1603 is executed.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is the winning variation pattern (that is, the collation results match) (S1601: Yes), the processing of S1602 is skipped and the processing of S1603 is performed. Run. In the processing of S1603, a display jackpot confirmation command is set (generated) for instructing the display control device 114 to stop display (decision stop display) the third symbol that is being variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. (S1603).

  As described above, since it is configured to add the determination of validity to the confirmation command output from the main controller 110, the validity determination received by the sound lamp control device 113 can be collated when the fluctuation is stopped. . Therefore, even if the determination of success / failure determined by the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 is a winning variation pattern, the sound lamp control device 113 receives the variation pattern command as a deviation due to the influence of noise, etc. Even if the jackpot game is started thereafter, the store clerk on the game store side can confirm the error code and explain the contents of the defect to the player in detail. In addition, since the error code is displayed, even when an illegal signal or the like is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113 by the hanging board or the like, it can be detected early.

  In the present embodiment, the error code is displayed and the error is notified. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, although it is actually a win / no-go determination, the fluctuation pattern of deviation due to the influence of noise or the like. Even when the 3rd symbol variation display based on the is received, by receiving the jackpot confirmation command, the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays that the lottery is being redrawn, etc., and switches to the 3rd symbol notification mode indicating the jackpot Then, it may be configured such that the effect is corrected so as to match the contents. By configuring in this way, it is possible to notify the player of a more accurate determination of success / failure, and it is possible to suppress the player from having distrust in the game.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 28, the variable display setting process (S1312) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the change display setting process (S1312). This variable display setting process (S1312) is executed in the main process (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113, and in order to execute a variable effect in the third symbol display device 81, A display variation pattern command is generated and set based on the variation pattern command received from main controller 110.

  In the variation display setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the variation start flag 223b provided in the RAM 223 is ON (S1701). If it is determined that the fluctuation start flag 223b is not on (that is, it is off) (S1701: No), the fluctuation pattern command is not received from the main controller 110, so the process proceeds to S1706. Transition. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation start flag 223b is on (S1701: Yes), the fluctuation start flag 223b is turned off (S1702), and then the fluctuation pattern is determined in the process of S1403 of the command determination process (see FIG. 26). The variation pattern type in the variation effect extracted from the command is acquired from the RAM 223 (S1703).

  Then, based on the obtained variation pattern type, a variation pattern command for display for notification to the display control device 114 is generated, and the command is set for transmission to the display control device 114 (S1704). The display control device 114 receives the display variation pattern command so that the third symbol display device 81 performs the variation display of the third symbol with the variation pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command. Display control of the variation effect is started.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the stop type selection flag 223c provided in the RAM 233 is on (S1705). If it is determined that the stop type selection flag 223c is not on (that is, it is off) (S1705: No), the stop type command has not been received from the main control device 110, so this change display. The setting process ends, and the process returns to the main process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the stop type selection flag 223c is on (S1705: Yes), the stop type selection flag 223c is turned off (S1706), and then in the process of S1405 of the command determination process (see FIG. 26), The stop type in the variation effect extracted from the stop type command is acquired from the RAM 223 (S1707).

  The stop type instructed by the stop type command from the main control device 110 is set as it is as the stop type of the variation effect in the third symbol display device 81 (S1708), and the process proceeds to S1709. In the processing of S1709, based on the set stop type, a display stop type command for notification to the display control device 114 is generated, and the command is set for transmission to the display control device 114 (S1709). .

  Next, each control executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 40. The MPU 231 is roughly divided into a main process that is repeatedly executed after the power is turned on, a command interrupt process that is executed when a command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, and one frame worth from the image controller 237. There is a V-interrupt process executed when the MPU 231 detects a V-interrupt signal transmitted every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process is completed. The MPU 231 normally executes main processing, and executes command interrupt processing and V interrupt processing in accordance with reception of a command and detection of a V interrupt signal. If command reception and V interrupt signal detection are performed at the same time, command reception processing is preferentially executed. As a result, the contents of the command received from the voice lamp control device 113 can be quickly reflected to execute the V interrupt process.

  First, a main process executed by the MPU 231 in the display control apparatus 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing this main process. The main process executes an initialization process when the power is turned on.

  Specifically, the main process is activated according to the following flow. When power is turned on from the power supply circuit 115 to the display control device 114 and the system reset is released, the MPU 231 sets the instruction pointer 231a provided in the MPU 231 to “0000H” according to its hardware configuration. The address “0000H” indicated by the instruction pointer 231a is designated for the bus line 240. When the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 detects that the address specified on the bus line 240 is “0000H”, it sets the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d in the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) is output to the MPU 231. Then, the MPU 231 fetches the instruction code received from the character ROM 234, and starts the main process by starting execution of the process according to the fetched instruction.

  Here, if all the boot programs processed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a, the character ROM 234 confirms that the address specified on the bus line 240 is “0000H”. Upon detection, one page of data including data (instruction code) corresponding to the address “0000H” must be read from the NAND flash memory 234a and set in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, it takes a long time to set it from the reading to the buffer RAM 234c. Therefore, the MPU 231 receives the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” after designating the address “0000H”. A lot of waiting time will be consumed. Therefore, since the time required for starting the MPU 231 becomes longer, as a result, there is a problem that the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 may not be started immediately.

  On the other hand, as in this embodiment, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released is stored in the NOR ROM 234d in the boot program. Since the memory can read data, when the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 after the system reset is released, the character ROM 234 is immediately stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d. The stored boot program can be set in the buffer RAM 234 c and the corresponding data (instruction code) can be output to the MPU 231. Therefore, since the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, the MPU 231 can start the main process in a short time. Therefore, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 can be started immediately.

  When the main processing is executed as described above, first, the boot processing executed by the boot program is executed (S1801), and the display control device 114 is configured so that various controls on the third symbol display device 81 can be executed. Start up.

  Here, the boot process (S1801) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a boot process (S1801) executed in the main process in the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the control program and fixed value data executed by the MPU 231 are stored in the third symbol display device 81 instead of providing and storing a dedicated program ROM as in the conventional gaming machine. It is stored in a character ROM 234 provided for storing image data to be displayed. The character ROM 234 is composed of a NAND flash memory 234a capable of increasing the capacity with a small area, so that not only image data but also a control program or the like can be sufficiently stored. There is no need to provide a dedicated program ROM for storing programs and the like. Therefore, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  On the other hand, the NAND type flash memory has a low reading speed especially when random access is performed. Even if a high-performance processor is used, the processing performance of the display control device 114 may be deteriorated. Therefore, in this boot process, the control program and fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a are transferred to the program storage area 233a or data table provided in the work RAM 233 constituted by DRAM. The process of transferring to the storage area 233b and storing it is executed.

  Specifically, first, based on the above-described hardware operations of the MPU 231 and the character ROM 234, the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR-type ROM 234d after the system reset is released is read according to the boot program set in the buffer RAM 234c. Among the control programs stored in the two program storage area 234a1, a predetermined amount is transferred to the program storage area 233a (S1901). The predetermined amount of control program transferred here includes the remaining boot programs that are not stored in the first program storage area 234d1.

  Then, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the first predetermined address of the program storage area 233a, that is, the head address of the remaining boot program stored in the program storage area 233a (S1902). Accordingly, the MPU 231 starts executing the remaining boot program included in the control program transferred to and stored in the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901.

  In addition, by setting the instruction pointer 231a to a predetermined address in the program storage area 233a by the process of S1902, the MPU 231 executes various processes while reading the control program stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. become. That is, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the work RAM 233 having the program storage area 233a and fetches the instruction instead of reading the control program from the NAND flash memory 234a having the second program storage area 234a1. Then, various processes are executed. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the MPU 231 can fetch an instruction at high speed and execute processing for the instruction.

  When the instruction pointer 231a is set by the processing of S1902, it is subsequently stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a according to the remaining boot program that is started to be executed by the set instruction pointer 231a. The remaining control programs and fixed value data that have not been transferred to the program storage area 233a are transferred to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b by a predetermined amount (S1903). Specifically, the control program and some fixed data are stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233, and the above-described various data tables (display data table, transfer data table) among the fixed value data are stored in the data table. Transfer to the storage area 233b.

  Then, after executing other processes necessary for the boot process (S1904), the instruction pointer 231a is executed after the second predetermined address in the program storage area 233a, that is, after the end of the boot process (see S1801 in FIG. 29). By setting the start address of the program corresponding to the power initialization process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) (S1905), the boot program is finished and the boot process is terminated.

  As described above, by executing the boot process (S1801), the control program and the fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a are all stored in the work RAM 233 configured by DRAM. The program storage area 233a and the data table storage area 233b are transferred and stored. At the end of the boot process, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the second predetermined address described above. Thereafter, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the program storage area 233a without referring to the NAND flash memory 234a. To execute various processes.

  Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control program and fixed value data are stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 By transferring the data to the data table storage area 233b, the MPU 231 can read out a control program and fixed value data from a work RAM constituted by a DRAM having a high reading speed and perform various controls. High processing performance can be maintained, and diversified and complicated effects can be easily executed using the auxiliary effect section.

  On the other hand, not all boot programs are stored in the NOR-type ROM 234d, but a predetermined number of instructions are stored from the instruction to be processed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released, and the remaining boot programs are stored in the NAND-type flash memory 234a. Even if it is stored in the second program storage area 234a1, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 can be reliably transferred to the program storage area 233a. Therefore, the character ROM 234 can start up the MPU 231 in a short time only by adding an extremely small-capacity NOR-type ROM 234d, thereby suppressing an increase in the cost of the character ROM 234 due to the shortening of the time. Can do.

  In the boot process shown in FIG. 30, the predetermined amount of control program transferred to the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901 includes all remaining boot programs not stored in the first program storage area 234d1. Although it is configured, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. The predetermined amount of control program transferred to the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901 is a boot program that executes a boot process to be processed following the process of S1902 It may be part of The boot program transferred here transfers a predetermined amount of the control program including the remaining boot programs to the program storage area 233a, and further, the start address of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a is set as an instruction pointer. The process set to 231a may be performed. Then, the processing of S1903 to S1905 may be executed by all the remaining boot programs stored in the program storage area 233a.

  In addition, the boot program transferred by the process of S1901 further transfers a part of the remaining boot program by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a, and subsequently, the head of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a. Processing for setting an address in the instruction pointer 231a may be executed. In addition, a part of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a by this processing further transfers a part of the remaining boot program to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount, and subsequently to the program storage area 233a. Processing for setting the head address of the stored boot program in the instruction pointer 231a may be executed. Then, a part of the remaining boot program is transferred to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount, and then the process of setting the start address of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a in the instruction pointer 231a is performed in S1901. The processing of S1903 to S1905 may be executed after repeating a plurality of times including the processing of S1902.

  Thus, even if the boot program has a large program size and the remaining boot programs not stored in the first program storage area 234d1 cannot be transferred to the program storage area 233a at a time, the MPU 231 is already stored in the program storage area 233a. The boot program can be transferred to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount.

  In the present embodiment, a case has been described in which a part of the boot program executed by the MPU 231 is first stored in the first program storage area 234d1 when the system reset is canceled. One program storage area 234d1 may be stored. In this case, when starting the boot process, the MPU 231 may execute the processes of S1903 to S1905 without performing the processes of S1901 and S1902. This eliminates the need to transfer the boot program to the program storage area 233a, thereby reducing the number of times the program is transferred to the character ROM 234 or the program storage area 233a, thereby reducing the boot processing time. Therefore, the control of the auxiliary effect section in the MPU 231 that can be performed after the boot process can be started earlier.

  Returning to the description of FIG. When the boot process is completed, an initial setting process is executed in accordance with the control program transferred and stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 (S1802). Specifically, the value of the stack pointer is set in the MPU 231 and various settings for the register group in the MPU 231 and the I / O device are performed. Further, processing for clearing the storage of the work RAM 233, the resident video RAM 235, and the normal video RAM 236 is performed. Further, various flags are provided in the work RAM 233, and initial values are set for the respective flags. Note that “off” or “0” is set as the initial value of each flag unless otherwise specified.

  Further, in the initial setting process, after the initial setting of the image controller 237, the image controller 237 draws an image so that an image of a specific color is displayed on the entire screen on the third symbol display device 81. And instructing execution of display processing. Thus, immediately after the power is turned on, an image of a specific color is first displayed on the entire screen on the third symbol display device 81. Here, the color of the image displayed on the entire screen of the third symbol display device 81 immediately after the power is turned on is set to be different depending on the model of the pachinko machine. Thereby, in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacture, immediately after turning on the power, the pachinko machine 10 is checked by checking whether an image of a color corresponding to the model is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. It is possible to easily and immediately determine whether or not the start can be normally started.

  Next, a transfer instruction is transmitted to the image controller 237 so that the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 (S1803). This transfer instruction includes the start address and end address of the character ROM 234 storing image data corresponding to the main image when the power is turned on, transfer destination information (here, the resident video RAM 235), and the transfer destination. In accordance with this transfer instruction, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in accordance with the transfer instruction. It is transferred to the image area 235a.

  When the transfer of the image data indicated by the transfer instruction is completed, the image controller 237 transmits a transfer end signal indicating the transfer end to the MPU 231. By receiving this transfer end signal, the MPU 231 can recognize that the transfer of the image data designated by the transfer instruction has ended. When the image controller 237 completes the transfer of the image data indicated by the transfer instruction, transfer end information indicating the end of transfer is stored in a register or a partial area of the built-in memory provided in the image controller 237. You may make it write. The MPU 231 reads information in this register or a partial area of the built-in memory as needed, and detects that transfer of the image data designated by the transfer instruction has been completed by detecting writing of transfer end information by the image controller 237. You may do it.

  The image data transferred to the main image area 235a when the power is turned on is held so as not to be overwritten until the power is turned off. When the transfer of the image data corresponding to the power-on main image to the power-on main image area 235a is completed based on the transfer instruction transmitted to the image controller 237 in the process of S1803, the power-on variation image is then displayed. A transfer instruction is transmitted to the image controller so that the image data corresponding to is transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235 (S1804). In this transfer instruction, the head address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image, the data size of the image data, transfer destination information (here, the resident video RAM 235), , The start address of the power-on variation image area 235b as the transfer destination is included, and the image controller receives image data corresponding to the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 in the resident video RAM 235 in accordance with the transfer instruction. The image is transferred to the fluctuation image area 235b at power-on. The image data transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b is held so as not to be overwritten until the power is turned off.

  When the transfer of the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image to the power-on variation image area 235b is completed based on the transfer instruction transmitted to the image controller 237 in the process of S1804, then, the simple image display flag 233c. Is turned on (S1805). Thus, while the simple image display flag 233c is on, all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in a transfer setting process (see FIG. 38A) described later. Resident image transfer setting processing for instructing transfer to the image controller 237 so as to transfer is executed (see S3302 in FIG. 38A).

  The simple image display flag 233c is used to transfer all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 based on a transfer instruction to the image controller 237 by the resident image transfer setting process. It remains on until it is finished. Thus, during this time, in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the simple command is drawn so that the power-on image (power-on main image and power-on fluctuation image) shown in FIG. 11 is drawn. Determination processing (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and simple display setting processing (see S2109 in FIG. 31B) are executed.

  As described above, since the pachinko machine 10 uses the NAND flash memory 234a for the character ROM 234, all the image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is caused by the slow reading speed. It takes a lot of time to be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, as in the main processing, after the power is turned on, the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image are first transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, and the power-on main image is transferred to the third image. By displaying on the symbol display device 81, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the player or the hall-related person can turn on the power displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The main image can be confirmed. Therefore, the display control device 114 transfers the remaining image data to be resident from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image at power-on on the third symbol display device 114. be able to. On the other hand, the player or the like can recognize that some initialization processing is being performed while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on, so that the player resides in the remaining resident video RAM 235. Until the image data to be transferred is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, it is possible to wait until the initialization is completed without worrying about whether the operation has stopped.

  Also in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacturing, the main image at the time of turning on the power is immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the third symbol display device 81 starts operating without any problem when the power is turned on. The use of the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed as the character ROM 234 can suppress the deterioration of the operation check efficiency.

  In the display control device 114 of the pachinko machine 10, the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 together with the power-on main image after the power is turned on. When the player starts playing while being displayed on the display device 81, the player enters the first entrance 64 (start winning), and the main control device 110 instructs the start of the variation effect by controlling the sound lamp. When the display 113 is used, that is, when a display variation pattern command is received, the variation image at power-on can be displayed immediately during the variation effect period, and a simple variation effect can be performed. Therefore, the player can confirm that the lottery is surely performed by the simple variation effect even while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on.

  As described above, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, the main image is continuously displayed on the third symbol display device 81, but the character ROM 234 is displayed. Is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, and therefore, it takes time to transfer the data. Therefore, after the power is turned on, the time during which the main image is displayed when the power is turned on also becomes longer. However, since the pachinko machine 10 can perform a simple variation effect using the power-on variation image transferred to the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on, immediately after the power is turned on, for example, after power failure Even immediately after the main image is displayed when the power is turned on, the player can play the game with peace of mind.

  After the processing of S1805, interrupt permission is set (S1806). Thereafter, the main processing executes infinite loop processing until the power is turned off. Thereby, after the interrupt permission is set by the process of S1806, the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process are executed according to the command reception and the detection of the V interrupt signal.

  Next, a command interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31A is a flowchart showing the command interrupt process. As described above, when a command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, the MPU 231 executes a command interrupt process.

  In this command interruption process, the received command data is extracted, the extracted command data is sequentially stored in the command buffer area provided in the work RAM 233 (S2001), and the process is terminated. Various commands stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process are read by a command determination process or a simple command determination process of a V interrupt process described later, and a process corresponding to the command is performed.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 31B, a V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 will be described. FIG. 31B is a flowchart showing the V interrupt processing. In this V interrupt process, various processes corresponding to the command stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process are executed, and an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is specified, and then the image is drawn. A list (see FIG. 14) is created, and the drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237, thereby instructing the image controller 237 to execute drawing processing and display processing of the image.

  As described above, the execution of this V interrupt process is started when the V interrupt signal from the image controller 237 is detected. This V-interrupt signal is a signal that is generated every 20 milliseconds when image rendering processing for one frame is completed in the image controller 237 and transmitted to the MPU 231. Therefore, by executing the V interrupt process in synchronization with the V interrupt signal, a drawing instruction is issued to the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process for one frame is completed. become. Therefore, the image controller 237 does not receive an instruction to draw the next image when the image drawing process or the display process is not finished, so that drawing of a new image is started in the middle of drawing the image, It is possible to prevent the image from being developed in response to a new drawing instruction in the frame buffer in which the image information being displayed is stored.

  Here, the outline of the flow of the V interrupt process will be described first, and then the details of each process will be described with reference to other drawings. In this V interrupt process, as shown in FIG. 31B, first, it is determined whether or not the simple image display flag 233c is on (S2101), and the simple image display flag 233c is not on. If it is off (S2101: No), it means that the transfer of all the image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has been completed. In order to display on the display device 81, a command determination process (S2102) is executed, and then a display setting process (S2103) is executed.

  In the command determination process (S2102), the content of the command from the voice lamp control device 113 stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process is analyzed, and the process according to the command is executed. When the display variation pattern command is stored, a display data table for demonstration or a variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern type is set in the display data table buffer 233d, and transfer corresponding to the set display data table is performed. The data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e.

  In this command determination process, all commands stored in the command buffer area at that time are analyzed and the process is executed. This is because the command determination process is performed at intervals of 20 milliseconds when the V interrupt process is executed, and it is highly likely that a plurality of commands are stored in the command buffer area during the 20 milliseconds. is there. In particular, when the main control device 110 determines the start of a variation effect, there is a high possibility that a display variation pattern command, a display stop type command, and the like are simultaneously stored in the command buffer area. Therefore, by analyzing and executing these commands at once, the variation effect mode and stop type selected by the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 can be quickly grasped, and an effect image corresponding to the mode can be obtained. Drawing of an image can be controlled so as to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Details of the command determination process (S2102) will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  In the display setting process (S2103), based on the contents of the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the command determination process (S2102) or the like, an image for one frame to be displayed next on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed. The contents of are specifically identified. Further, an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is determined according to the processing status and the like, and a display data table corresponding to the determined effect mode is set in the display data table buffer 233d. Details of the display setting process will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  After the display setting process is executed, a task process is then executed (S2104). In this task process, the image is constructed based on the content of the next one frame image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 specified by the display setting process (S2103) or the simple display setting process (S2109). In addition to specifying the type of sprite (display object) to be performed, various parameters necessary for drawing such as a display coordinate position, an enlargement ratio, and a rotation angle are determined for each sprite.

  Next, a transfer setting process is executed (S2105). In this transfer setting process, while the simple image display flag 233c is on, the image controller 237 transfers image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined area of the resident video RAM 235. Set instructions. In addition, while the simple image display flag 233c is off, predetermined image data is transmitted from the character ROM 234 to the normal controller for the image controller 237 based on the transfer data information in the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. In addition to setting a transfer instruction to be transferred to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a of the video RAM 236 and receiving a continuous notice command or a back image change command from the audio lamp control device 113, the image controller 237 is continuously connected. A transfer instruction is set to transfer the image data of the continuous notice image used in the notice effect and the image data of the rear image after the change from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. Details of the transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 38 and 39.

  Next, a drawing process is executed (S2106). In this drawing process, the types of sprites constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104), parameters necessary for drawing each sprite, and the transfer instruction set in the transfer setting process (S2105) are used. 14 is generated, and the drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing target buffer information. Thereby, the image controller 237 executes image drawing processing according to the drawing list. Details of the drawing process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, update processing of various counters provided in the display control device 114 is executed (S2107). Then, the V interrupt process ends. As a counter updated by the process of S2107, for example, there is a stop symbol counter (not shown) for determining a stop symbol. The value of the stop symbol counter is stored in the work RAM 233, and an update process is performed each time the V interrupt process is executed. When reception of the display stop type command is detected in the command determination process, the stop type indicated by the display stop type command (big hit A, big hit B, front / rear outreach, reach other than front / rear out, complete out) The corresponding stop type table and the stop type counter are compared, and the stop symbol after the changing effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is finally set.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the processing of S2101 that the simple image display flag 233c is on (S2101: Yes), this means that transfer of all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has not been completed. Therefore, in order to display the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81, the simple command determination process (S2108) is executed, then the simple display setting process (S2109) is executed, and the process proceeds to S2104.

  Next, the details of the above-described command determination process (S2102), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the command determination process.

  In this command determination process (S2102), as shown in FIG. 32, first, it is determined whether or not there is an unprocessed new command in the command buffer area (S2201). If there is no unprocessed new command (S2201: No), the command determination process is terminated and the process returns to the V interrupt process. On the other hand, if there is an unprocessed new command (S2201: Yes), the new command flag for notifying the display setting process (S2103) that the new command has been processed in the ON state is set to ON (S2202), and then the command For all unprocessed commands stored in the buffer area, the command type is analyzed (S2203).

  In the unprocessed command, first, it is determined whether or not there is a display variation pattern command (S2204). If there is a display variation pattern command (S2204: Yes), the variation pattern command processing is executed. (S2205), the process returns to S2201.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 33A, details of the variation pattern command processing (S2205) will be described. FIG. 33A is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command processing. This variation pattern command process executes a process corresponding to the display variation pattern command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the variation pattern command processing, first, a variation display data table corresponding to the variation effect pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command is determined, the determined variation display data table is read from the data table storage area 233b, and the display data table is displayed. It is set in the buffer 233d (S2301).

  Here, since the determination of the start of fluctuation is always performed several seconds or more in the main controller 110, two or more display fluctuation pattern commands are not received within 20 milliseconds. When executing, it is impossible that two or more display variation pattern commands are stored in the command buffer area, but part of the command changes due to the influence of noise etc., and another command is displayed incorrectly. It may be interpreted as a variation pattern command. In the processing of S2301, in preparation for such a case, if it is determined that two or more display variation pattern commands are stored in the command buffer area, the variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern with the shortest variation time. Is set in the display data table buffer 233d.

  If a change display data table corresponding to a change pattern with a long change time is set in the display data table buffer 233d, a change effect having a change time shorter than the set display data table is actually generated by the main control device. 110, the next display variation pattern command is received from the main control device 110 while the variation effect according to the set variation display data table is being displayed on the third symbol display device 81. As a result, another change display is suddenly started, which may cause the player to feel uncomfortable.

  On the other hand, as shown in the present embodiment, by setting the display data table buffer 233d with the display data table buffer 233d corresponding to the change pattern with the shortest change time, the change is actually longer than the set display data table. Even when the variable effect having time is instructed by the main controller 110, as will be described later, after the variable effect according to the display data table buffer 233d is completed, the main controller 110 performs the next display. Since the display setting process controls the display of the 3rd symbol display device 81 so that the demonstration effect is displayed until the pattern command is received, the player can feel the 3rd symbol display device 81 without any discomfort. You can continue to see changes in the three symbols.

  Next, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table set in S2301 is determined and read from the data table storage area 233b, and set in the transfer data table buffer 233e (S2302). Then, among the data table determination flags provided for each variation display data table corresponding to each variation pattern, the data table determination flag corresponding to the variation display data table set by the processing of S2301 is turned on, and other variations The data table discrimination flag corresponding to the display data table is set to OFF (S2303). In the display setting process, by referring to the data table determination flag set by the process of S2303, it is easy to determine which fluctuation pattern the fluctuation display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d corresponds to. Judgment can be made.

  Next, based on the variation time of the variation pattern corresponding to the variation display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the processing of S2301, time data representing the variation time is set in the time counter 233h (S2304), and the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S2305). Then, both the demonstration display flag and the confirmed display flag are set to OFF (S2306), the variation pattern command is terminated, and the process returns to the command determination process.

  By executing this variation pattern command process, in the display setting process, the pointer 233f initialized by the process of S2305 is updated, while the change display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the process of S2301 is updated. The drawing contents specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f are extracted, the contents of the image for one frame to be displayed next on the third symbol display device 81 are specified, and at the same time, the transfer data table buffer 233e is processed by the process of S2302. The transfer data information defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f is extracted from the transfer data table set in (2), and the image data of the sprite required in the set variable display data table is previously stored in the normal video R from the character ROM 234. To be transferred to the image storage area 236a of M236, to control the image controller 237.

  In the display setting process, the time of the variation effect defined in the variation display data table is measured using the time counter 233h in which the time data is set by the process of S2304, and the variation effect in the variation display data table is completed. If it is determined, the stop display setting is controlled so that the stop symbol corresponding to the display stop type command from the main control device 110 is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Here, if the time counter 233h is subtracted to 1, then the time counter 233h is updated (set) to 0 until a display outage confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received. Absent. Therefore, by receiving the display removal confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command, the confirmation display flag is set to ON and the third symbol is stopped and displayed (determined stop display).

  Returning to the description of FIG. If it is determined that there is no display variation pattern command in the process of S2204 (S2204: No), it is then determined whether or not there is a display stop type command among the unprocessed commands (S2206). If there is a display variation type command (S2206: Yes), stop type command processing is executed (S2207), and the processing returns to S2201.

  Here, the details of the stop type command process (S2207) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33B is a flowchart showing stop type command processing. This stop type command process executes a process corresponding to the display variation type command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the stop type command process, first, the stop type table corresponding to the stop type information (one of big hit A, big hit B, front / rear outreach, reach other than front / rear out, or complete out) indicated by the display stop type command is determined. (S2401), the stop type table is compared with the value of the stop type counter updated each time the V-interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) is executed, and displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The stop symbol after the fluctuating effect is finally set (S2402).

  Then, among the stop symbol determination flags provided for each stop symbol, the stop symbol determination flag corresponding to the stop symbol set by the processing of S2402 is turned on, and the stop symbol determination flags corresponding to other stop symbols are set. It is set to off (S2403).

  Here, as described above, in the variation display data table, as the type information for specifying the third symbol to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 after a predetermined time has elapsed since the variation based on the data table was started. , Offset information (symbol offset information) from the stop symbol set by the process of S2402 is described. In the task process (S2104) described above, after a predetermined time has elapsed since the change was started, the stop symbol set by the process of S2402 is specified from the stop symbol determination flag set in S2403, and the specified stop By adding the symbol offset information acquired by the display setting process to the symbol, the third symbol to be actually displayed is specified. Then, the address at which the image data corresponding to the specified third symbol is stored is specified. Note that the image data corresponding to the third symbol is stored in the third symbol area 235d of the resident video RAM 235 as described above.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed. Image data necessary for drawing can be transferred to the RAM 236. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a, the drawing responsiveness in the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  In addition, since the determination of the start of fluctuation is always performed several seconds or more in the main controller 110, two or more display stop type commands are not received within 20 milliseconds, so the command determination process is executed. If there are two or more display stop type commands stored in the command buffer area, part of the command will change due to the influence of noise, etc., and another command will stop display for mistakenly. It may be interpreted as a type command. In the process of S2401, in preparation for such a case, if it is determined that two or more display stop type commands are stored in the command buffer area, it is assumed that the stop type is completely out of order, and the stop type Determine the table. As a result, a stop symbol corresponding to complete detachment is set by the processing of S2402.

  If the stop symbol corresponding to the “special symbol jackpot” is set, the third symbol display device 81 actually displays “special symbol” even if it is a “special symbol detachment”. The stop symbol corresponding to “Large Bonus” will be displayed, which may cause the player to misunderstand that the pachinko machine 10 has become a “special symbol jackpot”, possibly reducing the reliability of the pachinko machine 10. On the other hand, as in the present embodiment, by setting a stop symbol corresponding to complete detachment, in actuality, if it is a “special symbol jackpot”, the third symbol display device 81 stops completely detachment. Even if the symbol is displayed, the pachinko machine 10 becomes a “special symbol jackpot”, so that the player can be pleased.

  Returning to FIG. 32, the description will be continued. If it is determined in the process of S2206 that there is no display stop type command (S2206: No), it is then determined whether an unprocessed command for display has been received (S2208). When the display detachment confirmation command is received (S2208), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2209). If it is determined in the process of S2208 that there is no display stop type command (S2208: No), it is then determined whether a display jackpot confirmation command is received among the unprocessed commands (S2210). When the display jackpot confirmation command is received (S2210: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2211).

  As described above, when the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is received, the value of the time counter 233h of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 is set to zero. When the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0, the final display flag is set to ON in the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103), which will be described later, and the display is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The third symbol is confirmed and stopped. Therefore, the display of the third symbol can be stopped based on the fact that the display control device 114 has received the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command.

  If it is determined in the processing of S2210 that there is no display jackpot confirmation command (S2210: No), then it is determined whether there is an error command among the unprocessed commands (S2212), and the error command is If there is (S2212: Yes), error command processing is executed (S2213), and the processing returns to S2201.

  Here, the details of the error command process (S2213) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing error command processing. This error command processing is to execute processing corresponding to the error command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the error command process, first, an error occurrence flag indicating that an error has occurred in the ON state is set to ON (S2501). Then, among the error determination flags provided for each error type, the error determination flag corresponding to the error type indicated by the error command is turned on, and the other error determination flags are set to OFF (S2502). The process ends, and the process returns to the command determination process.

  In the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103), when the occurrence of an error is detected based on the error occurrence flag set by the process of S2501, the error type generated from the error determination flag set by the process of S2502 is determined. Then, the processing is executed so that the warning image corresponding to the error type is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  If it is determined that two or more error commands are stored in the command buffer area, in step S2502, the error determination flags corresponding to all error types indicated by the respective error commands are set to ON. As a result, warning images corresponding to all error types are displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that a player or a hall-related person can correctly grasp the error occurrence status. Here, as an example of the error type, in the outlier confirmation command reception processing (FIGS. 27A and S1411) or the jackpot confirmation command reception processing (FIGS. 27B and S1413) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. When each display error notification command set is received, the corresponding error determination flag is set to ON, and a corresponding warning image (error code) is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  Now, the description returns to FIG. If it is determined that there is no error command in the process of S2212 (S2212: No), the process corresponding to the other unprocessed command is executed (S2214), and the process returns to S2201.

  In the processing of S2201 executed again after the processing of each command is executed, it is determined again whether or not there is an unprocessed new command in the command buffer area, and if there is an unprocessed new command (S2201: Yes). ), The processing of S2202 to S2214 is executed again. Then, the processing of S2201 to S2214 is repeatedly executed until there is no unprocessed new command in the command buffer area, and if it is determined in S2201 that there is no unprocessed new command, this command determination The process ends.

  Note that the simple command determination process (S2109) executed when the simple image display flag 233c is on in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) is the same as the command determination process. However, in the simple command determination process, only the commands necessary for displaying the power-on image from the unprocessed commands stored in the command buffer area, that is, the display variation pattern command and the display stop type command are displayed. Extraction is performed to execute the variation pattern command processing (see FIG. 33 (a)) and stop type command processing (see FIG. 33 (b)), which are processing corresponding to each command. The process corresponding to the command is discarded without executing the process.

  Here, in the variation pattern command processing (see FIG. 33A) executed in this case, the display data table buffer corresponding to the display of the variation image at power-on is displayed in the display data table buffer 233d in S2301. The image data of the power-on main image and the power-on variation image that are set and required in that case are stored in the power-on main moving image area 235a and the power-on variation moving image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, in the process of S2302, Null data is written in the transfer data table buffer 233b and the content is cleared.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 35 to 37, the details of the above-described display setting process (S2103), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing this display setting process.

  In this display setting process, as shown in FIG. 35, it is determined whether or not the new command flag is on (S3001). If the new command flag is not on, that is, if it is off (S3001: No), In the command determination process executed first, it is determined that a new command has not been processed, the process of S3002 to S3004 is skipped, and the process proceeds to S3005. On the other hand, if the new flag is on (S3001: Yes), it is determined that a new command has been processed in the command determination process executed first, and after setting the new command flag to off (S3002), S3003 to S3004. By this process, the process corresponding to the new command is executed.

  In the process of S3003, it is determined whether or not the error occurrence flag is on (S3003). If the error occurrence flag is on (S3003: Yes), a warning image setting process is executed (S3004).

  Here, the details of the warning image setting process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the warning image setting process. This process is a process for developing image data that causes the third symbol display device 81 to display a warning image corresponding to the error that has occurred. First, an error determination flag is referred to, and all error determinations that are set to ON are performed. The warning image data for displaying the warning image of the error corresponding to the flag on the third symbol display device 81 is developed (S3101).

  In the task processing, the type of sprite (display object) constituting the warning image is specified based on the developed warning image data, and the display coordinate position, the enlargement ratio, and the rotation angle are drawn for each sprite. Determine the various parameters required.

  In the warning image setting process, after the process of S3101, the error occurrence flag is set to OFF (S3102), and the process returns to the display setting process.

  Now, the description returns to FIG. After the warning image setting process (S3004) or in the process of S3003, if it is determined that the error occurrence flag is not on, that is, is off (S3003: No), the process proceeds to S3005.

  In S3005, pointer update processing is executed (S3005). Here, the details of the pointer update processing will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the pointer update process. This pointer update processing acquires the corresponding drawing content or transfer data information of the transfer target image data from the display data table and transfer data table respectively stored in the display data table buffer 233d and transfer data table buffer 233e. This is a process for updating the pointer 233f for designating the power address.

  In this pointer update process, first, 1 is added to the pointer 233f (S3201). That is, the update process is performed so that the pointer 233f is incremented by 1 every time the V interrupt process is executed. Further, as described above, in the various data tables, the start information is described in the address “0000H”, and the substance of each data is specified after the address “0001H”. When the value of the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 as it is stored in the data table buffer 233d, the value is updated to 1 by this pointer update processing. Substantial data can be read from the data table.

  After updating the value of the pointer 233f by the processing of S3201, next, in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d, whether or not the data at the address indicated by the updated pointer 233f is End information. Is discriminated (S3202). As a result, if it is End information (S3202: Yes), it means that in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d, the pointer 233f has been updated past the address where the entity data is described. In the case where the last address is set by “LOOP” information as in the variable display data table shown in FIG. 12, it is determined No in the process of S3202.

  Therefore, it is determined whether or not the variable display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is a demonstration display data table (S3203). If the display data table is a demonstration display data table (S3203: Yes), display is performed. The time data corresponding to the presentation time in the demonstration display data table set in the data table buffer 233d is set in the time counter 233h (S3204), the pointer 233f is set to 1 and initialized (S3205), and this processing is performed. End and return to the display setting process. Thereby, in the display setting process, the drawing contents can be developed in order from the top of the demonstration display data table, so that the demonstration effect can be repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  On the other hand, in the process of S3203, when it is determined that the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is not the display data table for demonstration (S3203: No), the value of the pointer 233f is subtracted by 1 ( In step S3206, the process ends, and the process returns to the display setting process. As a result, in the display setting process, when a display data table other than the display data table for demonstration, for example, a variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the previous address in which End information is described. Since the drawing contents of the above are always developed, the third image display device 81 can display the last image defined by the display data table in a stopped state. On the other hand, in the process of S3202, if the data at the address indicated by the updated pointer 233f is not End information (S3202: No), this process is terminated and the process returns to the display setting process.

  Here, returning to FIG. 35, the description will be continued. After the pointer update process, the drawing contents at the address indicated by the pointer 233f updated by the pointer update process are expanded from the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d (S3006). In the task processing, the type of sprite (display object) constituting the image is specified based on the drawing image developed in the processing of S3006 together with the previously developed warning image and the display coordinates for each sprite. Various parameters necessary for drawing such as position, magnification, and rotation angle are determined.

  Next, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is greater than 1 (S3007). If it is determined that the value of the time counter 233h is greater than 1 (S3007: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is decremented by 1 (S3008). On the other hand, when the value of the time counter 233h is 1 or less (S3007: No), the process of S3009 is executed by skipping the process of S3008.

  In the process of S3009, it is determined whether or not the value of the time counter 233h is 0 or less (S3009). If the value of the time counter 233h is 1 or more (S3009: No), the display setting process is terminated and the process returns to the V interrupt process. On the other hand, when the value of the time counter 233h is 0 or less (S3009: Yes), the production control time corresponding to the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d has elapsed, and the main controller 110 An outage confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command is output to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 outputs a display outage confirmation command or a display hit confirmation command to the display control device 114 for display. This means that the control device 114 has received the command. At this time, if the variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, it is the timing for ending the variable display and performing the stop display, so it is confirmed whether or not the fixed display flag is on. (S3010).

  As a result, if the confirmed display flag is off (S3010: No), the confirmed display data table is not stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the contents are cleared by writing Null data into the transfer data table buffer 233e (S3012). Then, time data corresponding to the effect time in the final display data table is set in the time counter 233h (S3013), and the value of the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S3014). Then, after the confirmation display flag indicating that the confirmation display effect is being performed in the ON state is set to ON (S3015), the content of the stop symbol determination flag is directly copied to the previous stop symbol determination flag provided in the work RAM 233. (S3016), the process returns to the V interrupt process.

  As a result, when the variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the fixed symbol display effect of the stop symbol in the variable effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in accordance with the end of the effect. Thus, the drawing content can be set. Moreover, the effect displayed on the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 can be easily changed into a fixed display effect only by changing the display data table set to the display data table buffer 233b to a fixed display data table. And, compared with the case where the display contents are changed by starting another program as in the prior art, the program does not become complicated and bloated. Regardless of the processing capability of the display control device 114, various types of effect images can be displayed on the third symbol display 81.

  In addition, the fixed display effect of the stop symbol set in the fixed display data table is the same symbol as the third symbol displayed in a temporary stop display by the fluctuation display of the third symbol display device 81 in FIG. 5 (i). The same symbol as the shaking center where the third symbol is displayed is set at the center position L1 of the main display area Dm as shown. It should be noted that the timing at which this fixed display data table is set is normally substantially the same as the end time of the fluctuation time, and as shown in FIG. 7, the third symbol is located at the position of the swing center in FIG. The display device 81 is switched from the temporarily stopped state for the third symbol for 200 ms to the same display as the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) set in the fixed display data table.

  As a result, the variation pattern of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 repeats a series of fluctuation variations as shown in FIGS. ) Can be shown to the player so that the third symbol is displayed in a definite stop at the timing when the fluctuation fluctuation of one cycle is completed. In addition, the display control device 114 cannot transfer the image information from the variable display data table in time, the update every 20 ms is not normally performed, and the image before the update is displayed continuously in two frames or a plurality of frames (display) When the control processing is lost), the display outage confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command is received before the drawing contents displayed at the end of the fluctuation set in the fluctuation display data table are transferred. However, for 200 ms, the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)) displayed at the timing when the fluctuation period ends is continuously displayed (stop display) for 200 ms. If there is a discrepancy, the third display is the same as the center (Fig. 5 (i)) set in the fixed display data table from the display of the shaking center (Fig. 5 (i)) as in the normal case. It can be switched to confirm display of the handle. Therefore, since the final display in the fluctuation fluctuation and the display content that is confirmed and displayed match, it is possible to suppress the player from feeling uncomfortable. Therefore, in the same display mode every time, the third symbol can be confirmed and stopped based on the timing at which the main control device 110 outputs a confirmation command through the fluctuation fluctuation.

  The previous stop symbol determination flag set by the process of S3016 is used to specify the third symbol to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in the next variation effect. That is, as described above, the display of the third symbol in the variation effect changes depending on the stop symbol of the variation effect performed one time before. In the variation display data table, the variation based on the data table is changed. The symbol offset information from the stop symbol of the fluctuating effect performed one time before is described until a predetermined time elapses from the start. In the task process (S2104), until the predetermined time has elapsed since the change was started, the previous stop pattern determination flag set in S3016 is specified and the stop effect of the change effect performed immediately before is specified. The third symbol to be actually displayed is specified by adding the symbol offset information acquired by the display setting process to the specified stop symbol. Thereby, the variation effect is started from the stop symbol in the previous variation effect.

  On the other hand, in the process of S3009, if the confirmation display flag is not on but off (S3009: No), it is determined whether or not the demonstration display flag is on (S3017). If the demo display flag is off (S3017: Yes), it means that the value of the time counter 233h has become 0 or less with the end of the final display effect, so the display data table for demonstration is displayed as the display data table. The buffer 233d is set (S3018), and then the null data is written to the transfer data table buffer 233e to clear the contents (S3019). Then, time data corresponding to the production time in the demonstration display data table is set in the time counter 233h (S3020). Then, the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S3021), the demonstration display flag indicating that the demonstration effect is being performed in the ON state is set to ON (S3022), this process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process.

  Thus, when the display variation pattern command indicating the start of the next variation effect is not received after the final display effect is finished, the demonstration effect is automatically displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The drawing content can be set.

  In the process of S3017, if the demonstration display flag is on (S3017: Yes), it means that the demonstration effect is performed after the final display effect is finished, and the demonstration effect is finished, so the display setting process is finished as it is. Then, the process returns to the V interrupt process. In this case, as described above, various settings are made so that the demonstration effect is started again by the pointer update process executed in the next V interrupt process. The demonstration effect can be repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81 until a new display variation pattern command is received.

  In the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the same process as the display setting process is also performed in the simple display setting process (S2109) executed when the simple image display flag 233c is on. However, in the simple display setting process, after the effect time of the variation effect by the power-on variation image ends, one of the power-on variation images corresponding to the stop symbol set based on the display stop type command for a predetermined time. A process of setting a display data table that stipulates to stop displaying the image in the display data table buffer 233d is performed.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 38 and 39, the details of the above-described transfer setting process (S2105), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. First, FIG. 38A is a flowchart showing this transfer setting process.

  In this transfer setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the simple image display flag 233c is on (S3301). If the simple image display flag 233c is on (S3301: Yes), all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has not been transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. The process is executed (S3302), the transfer setting process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. Thereby, a transfer instruction for transferring the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 is set to the image controller 237. Details of the resident image transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  On the other hand, if the simple image display flag 233c is not on as a result of the processing of S3301, that is, if it is off (S3301: No), all the image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video. It is transferred to the RAM 235. In this case, the normal image transfer setting process is executed (S3303), the transfer setting process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. Thus, the transfer instruction is set so that the subsequent transfer of the image data from the character ROM 234 is performed to the normal video RAM 236. Details of the normal image transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, a resident image transfer setting process (S3302), which is a process of the transfer setting process (S2105) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 38B is a flowchart showing the resident image transfer setting process (S3302).

  In this resident image transfer setting process, first, it is determined whether or not an instruction to transfer untransferred image data is issued to the image controller 237 (S3401), and if a transfer instruction is transmitted (S3401: Yes). Further, based on the transfer instruction, it is determined whether or not the image data transfer process performed by the image controller 237 has ended (S3402). In the process of S3402, when an image data transfer instruction is given to the image controller 237 and a transfer end signal indicating the end of the transfer process is received from the image controller 237, it is determined that the transfer process has ended. . If it is determined in S3402 that the transfer process has not been completed (S3402: No), the image controller 237 continues the image transfer process. finish. On the other hand, when it is determined that the transfer process has been completed (S3402: Yes), the process proceeds to S3403. Also, as a result of the process of S3401, when the transfer instruction of untransferred image data is not transmitted to the image controller 237 (S3401: No), the process proceeds to S3403.

  In the process of S3403, it is determined whether or not all the resident target image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has been transferred (S3403). A transfer instruction to the image controller 237 is set so that the image data to be transferred resides from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 (S3404), and the resident image transfer setting process ends.

  As a result, transfer data information relating to untransferred resident object image data is included in the drawing list transmitted to the image controller 237 in the drawing process, and the image controller 237 transfers the transfer described in the drawing list. Based on the data information, the resident target image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 236. The transfer data information includes the head address and final address of the character ROM 234 storing the resident target image data, transfer destination information (in this case, the resident video RAM 235), and transfer destination (transferred here). The head address of an area provided in the resident video RAM 235 in which the resident target image data is to be stored is included. The image controller 237 executes image transfer processing based on this transfer data information, reads the image data specified by the transfer processing from the character ROM 234, temporarily stores it in the buffer RAM 237a, and then during the unused period of the resident video RAM 236. To the designated address of the resident video RAM 236. When the transfer is completed, a transfer end signal is transmitted to the MPU 231.

  If all the resident target image data has been transferred as a result of the process of S3403 (S3403: Yes), the simple image display flag 233c is set to OFF (S3405), and the resident image transfer setting process is terminated. Thus, in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the command is not the simple command determination process (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and the simple display setting process (see S2109 in FIG. 31B). Since the determination process (see FIGS. 37 to 41) and the display setting process (see FIGS. 35 to 44) are executed, normal image drawing is set, and the third symbol display device 81 has The normal image is displayed. The subsequent transfer of the image data from the character ROM 234 is performed to the normal video RAM 236 by the normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) (see S3301: No in FIG. 38A).

  By executing this resident image transfer setting process, the MPU 231 removes all the resident images to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 excluding the power-on main image and the power-on variation image that have already been transferred in the main process. The target image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Then, the MPU 231 performs control so that the image data transferred to the resident video RAM 235 is held without being overwritten while the power is turned on. Thus, the image data transferred to the resident video RAM 235 by the resident image transfer setting process is resident in the resident video RAM 235 while the power is turned on.

  Therefore, after all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the display controller 114 uses the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235 while using the image controller 237. The image drawing process can be performed at. As a result, if the image data used for the drawing process is resident in the resident video RAM 235, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed during image drawing. Therefore, the time required for the reading can be omitted, and the drawn image can be displayed immediately on the third symbol display device 81 by drawing the image.

  In particular, in the resident video RAM 235, image data of frequently displayed images such as a back image, a third symbol, a character symbol, and an error message, the main controller 110, the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller 114 are displayed. Since the image data of the image to be displayed is made resident immediately after the display is determined by, for example, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a, the player can perform various operations performed at an arbitrary timing. The responsiveness until some image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  Next, a normal image transfer setting process (S3303), which is a process of the transfer setting process (S2105) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the normal image transfer setting process (S3303).

  In this normal image transfer setting process, first, from the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the pointer 233f updated by the pointer update process (S3005) of the display setting process (S2103) executed earlier is used. Information described in the indicated address is acquired (S3501). Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired information is transfer data information (S3502). If it is transfer data information (S3502: Yes), the character ROM 234 in which the transfer target image data is stored from the transfer data information. Start address (storage source start address), final address (storage source final address), and transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) start address are extracted and stored in a transfer data buffer provided in the work RAM 233 ( In step S3503), a transfer start flag provided in the work RAM 233 and indicating that there is image data to be transferred in the on state is set to on (S3504), and the process proceeds to step S3505.

  In the process of S3502, if the acquired information is not transfer data information but Null data (S3502: No), the processes of S3503 and S3504 are skipped, and the process proceeds to S3505. In the processing of S3505, it is determined whether or not a new image data transfer instruction has been set for the image controller 237 after the previous transfer of image data has been completed (S3505), and the transfer instruction is set. If so (S3505: Yes), it is further determined whether or not the image data transfer performed by the image controller 237 has been completed based on the transfer instruction (S3506).

  In the process of S3506, when an image data transfer instruction is set to the image controller 237 and a transfer end signal indicating the end of the transfer process is received from the image controller 237, it is determined that the transfer process has ended. . If it is determined in S3506 that the transfer process has not ended (S3506: No), the image controller 237 continues the image transfer process. finish. On the other hand, if it is determined that the transfer process has been completed (S3506: Yes), the process proceeds to S3507. Also, as a result of the process of S3505, even if the image data transfer instruction is not set for the image controller 237 after the end of the previous transfer process (S3505: No), the process proceeds to S3507.

  In the process of S3507, it is determined whether or not the transfer start flag is on (S3507). If the transfer start flag is on (S3507: Yes), there is image data to be transferred, so the transfer start flag is present. Is turned off (S3508), the image data of the sprite indicated by the various information stored in the transfer data buffer by the process of S3503 is set as the transfer target image data, and the process proceeds to S3509. In the process of S3509, it is determined whether the transfer target image data is already stored in the normal video RAM 236 (S3509). The determination in the processing of S3509 is performed by referring to the stored image data determination flag 233i. That is, when the storage state corresponding to the sprite that is the transfer target image data is read from the stored image data determination flag 233i and the storage state is “ON”, the image data of the sprite that is the transfer target is the normal video. If it is determined that the image is stored in the RAM 236 and the storage state is “OFF”, it is determined that the image data of the sprite to be transferred is not stored in the normal video RAM 236.

  If the transfer target image data is stored in the normal video RAM 236 as a result of the processing in S3509 (S3509: Yes), it is not necessary to transfer the image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. Then, the normal image transfer setting process is finished as it is. Thereby, it is possible to suppress unnecessary transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, thereby reducing the processing load on each part of the display control device 114 and reducing the traffic on the bus line 240. Can be planned.

  On the other hand, if the transfer target image data is not stored in the normal video RAM 236 as a result of the processing of S3509 (S3509: Yes), a transfer instruction for the transfer target image data is set (S3510). Thereby, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is included in the drawing list transmitted to the image controller 237 in the drawing process, and the image controller 237 stores the transfer data information described in the drawing list. Based on this, the image data of the transfer target image can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. The transfer data information includes the start address and end address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data of the transfer target image, transfer destination information (in this case, the normal video RAM 236), and transfer destination (transfer here). The start address of the sub area provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 to store the image data of the transfer target image is included. The image controller 237 executes an image transfer process based on the transfer data information, reads the image data specified by the transfer process from the character ROM 234, and specifies the specified video RAM (here, the normal video RAM 236). To the specified address. When the transfer is completed, a transfer end signal is transmitted to the MPU 231.

  After the process of S3510, the stored image data discrimination flag 233i is updated (S3511), and this normal transfer setting process is terminated. As described above, the stored image data determination flag 233i is updated by setting the storage state corresponding to the sprite that has become the transfer target image data to “on” and substituting the same image storage area 236a as that one sprite. This is done by setting the storage state corresponding to the other sprites to be stored in the area to “off”.

  As described above, by executing the normal image transfer process, the process corresponding to the display stop type command is executed in the command determination process executed earlier, and as a result, the display stop type command is used. When it is determined that the stop type information shown is a jackpot stop type, the image data used in various effects can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 without delay. Further, when the rear image is changed based on the reception of the rear image change command in the command determination process executed earlier, the rear surface of the resident video RAM 235 among the image data used in the rear image. Image data not stored in the image area 235c can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 without delay.

  In the present embodiment, the display data table is displayed in the display data table buffer 233d according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. As a result, the transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. Then, the MPU 231 executes the normal image transfer setting process to the image controller 237 according to the transfer data information described in the area indicated by the pointer 233f of the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. Since the transfer instruction of the transfer target image data is set, the sprite image data used in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d is surely transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 at a desired timing. Can do.

  In the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Since the transfer data information is specified for a predetermined address, the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table, so that the transfer data information is determined in accordance with the display data table. When drawing a sprite, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 necessary for drawing the sprite can always be stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  In the transfer data table, the transfer data information is defined so that the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 for each image data corresponding to the sprite. As a result, the transfer of the image data can be managed and controlled for each sprite, so that the processing related to the transfer can be easily performed. By controlling the transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in sprite units, it is possible to control the transfer of image data in detail while facilitating the processing. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently suppress an increase in load on transfer.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 40, the details of the above-described drawing process (S2106), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing this drawing process.

  In the drawing process, various sprite types constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104) and parameters necessary for drawing each sprite (display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information) , Color information, filter designation information) and the transfer instruction set by the transfer setting process (S2105), the drawing list shown in FIG. 14 is generated (S3601). In other words, in the process of S3601, the type of storage RAM storing the image data of the sprite and the address are specified for each sprite from the type of various sprites constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104). Then, the parameters necessary for the sprite determined by the task processing are associated with the specified storage RAM type and address. Then, after rearranging each sprite in the order of the sprite that should be placed on the front side from the sprite that should be placed on the back side in the image for one frame, the details for each sprite in the order of the sprite after the rearrangement As a drawing information (detailed information), a drawing list is generated by describing a storage RAM type and address where sprite image data is stored, and parameters necessary for drawing the sprite. When a transfer instruction is set by the transfer setting process (S2105), the leading address (storage source leading address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data as the transfer data information at the end of the drawing list. And the final address (storage source final address) and the start address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are added.

  As described above, since the area of the resident video RAM 235 in which the image data of the sprite is stored or the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 is fixed for each sprite, the MPU 231 Depending on the sprite type, the storage RAM type and address in which image data of the sprite is stored can be immediately specified, and such information can be easily included in the detailed information of the drawing list.

  When the drawing list is generated, the generated drawing list and the drawing target buffer information specified by the drawing target buffer flag 233j are transmitted to the image controller (S3602). Here, when the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 0, the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 1 including the information to instruct to expand the image drawn in the first frame buffer 236b as the drawing target buffer information. Includes information instructing to expand the image drawn in the second frame buffer 236c as drawing target buffer information.

  Based on the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 draws images sequentially from the sprite described at the top of the drawing list, and develops the image by overwriting the frame buffer designated by the drawing target buffer information. Thereby, in the image for one frame generated by the drawing list, the sprite drawn first can be arranged on the most back side, and the sprite drawn last can be arranged on the most front side.

  Further, when transfer data information is included in the drawing list, the start address (storage source start address) and the final address (storage source final address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data are determined from the transfer data information. ) And the destination address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are extracted, and the image data stored from the source address to the end address of the storage source are sequentially read from the character ROM 234 and temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a. After that, the image data stored in the buffer RAM 237a is sequentially transferred to the area indicated by the transfer destination head address of the normal video RAM 236 in anticipation of the normal video RAM 236 being in an unused state. Then, the image data stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used based on a drawing list transmitted from the MPU 231 thereafter, and an image is drawn according to the drawing list.

  The image controller 237 reads the image information of the previously developed image from a frame buffer different from the frame buffer instructed by the drawing target buffer information, and outputs the image information together with the drive signal to the third symbol display device 81. Send to. As a result, the developed image in the frame buffer can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Further, while developing the image drawn in one frame buffer, the image developed from one frame buffer can be displayed on the third symbol display 81, and the drawing process and the display process are processed simultaneously in parallel. Can do.

  In the drawing process, after the process of S3602, the drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated (S3603). Then, the drawing process ends, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. The drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated by inverting the value, that is, by setting the value to “1” when the value is “0” and setting it to “0” when the value is “1”. Done. As a result, the drawing target buffer is alternately set between the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c every time the drawing list is transmitted.

  Here, the drawing list is transmitted based on the V interrupt signal executed by the MPU 231 based on the V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the drawing process and the display process for one frame are completed. This is performed every time the drawing process of the embedding process (see FIG. 31B) is executed. Thus, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading out image information for one frame. When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for the remaining minutes is read out. Therefore, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. .

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. Therefore, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. . Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately designating, it is possible to continuously display the image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing the image for one frame.

  Thus, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, in the variation display data table in the display control device 114, the variation display of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 with the variation time corresponding to each variation pattern. A mode (dynamic display mode) is set. In the variation display mode of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed in the variation display data table until the third symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state with the fixed symbol of the third symbol by the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation stop command. Fluctuation fluctuation as shown in FIG. 5 for notifying that the symbol is temporarily stopped is executed. Then, after multiple fluctuations are executed, from the time when the third symbol is displayed in the state of the vibration center (FIG. 5 (i)) displayed at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuations ends, until the end of the fluctuation time The display of the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) is repeatedly displayed (stopped display) for 200 ms, and when the fluctuation end time is reached, the same third symbol as the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) is confirmed. The display mode is switched to the display mode and stopped. At this time, the display is actually switched at an interval of 20 ms, and the 3rd symbol that has fluctuated is displayed for a fixed stop after being stopped for 200 ms. Since it is a stop, it seems that the stop display is made at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of the fluctuation ends. Therefore, it is possible to match the final image with fluctuation fluctuation and the third symbol that is confirmed and displayed, and it is possible to stop the third symbol without a sense of incongruity. In addition, since it seems to the player that the third symbol is stopped in the same stop mode for every variation, it is possible to play the game without a sense of incongruity. In addition, even when a processing failure occurs in the display control device 114, if the processing fails within the waiting time of 200 ms, the 3rd pattern can be switched to the fixed display while being stopped at the position of the shaking center. This is possible, and the final display of the fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the display loss confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received at the timing of the end of the fluctuation time due to some trouble, the fluctuation variation is resumed. A problem that only the symbol stops without synchronizing with the first symbol can be suppressed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms until the end time of the changing time. The display mode may be switched so that the display mode is close (close) to the display mode. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, the third symbol display device 81 is set with the first symbol and the fourth symbol that blinks and synchronizes with the first symbol and the third symbol. When the 4th symbol is set, the main control device 110 transmits a confirmation command for confirming and stopping the 3rd symbol at the end of the variable time, and then 200ms later, the 4th symbol only for confirming and stopping the 4th symbol It is different from the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment in that the fourth symbol is stopped after the fluctuation of the third symbol is stopped exactly by transmitting the fourth confirmation command.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 41, the display content of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 in 2nd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 41 is a diagram for explaining a display screen of the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment, and FIG. 41 (a) shows an area division setting and an effective line setting of the display screen in the second embodiment. FIG. 41B is a diagram illustrating an actual display screen in the second embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 41 (a), the display screen of the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment is reserved in the left display area Ds1 configured on the left side of the sub display area Ds with respect to the first embodiment. The number of balls symbol is displayed, and the fourth symbol is displayed in the right display area Ds2 configured in the right area of the sub display area Ds. Since the number of reserved balls displayed in the left display area is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fourth symbol displayed in the left display area Ds2 is a symbol that is variably displayed on the display control device 114 in synchronization with the first symbol that the main control device 110 lights on the first symbol display device 37. That is, fluctuation control is performed in synchronization with the third symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 41 (c), the fourth symbol indicates that the display is fluctuating by repeatedly turning on (aa) and turning off (bb) every 20 ms. Even when the 4th symbol is turned off, a thin rectangular line indicating the outline of the 4th symbol is displayed. The role of the symbol 4 symbol is to clearly notify the player of the start and stop of variation of the symbol 1 in synchronization with the symbol 1. As a result, even if an effect of erasing the third symbol in the variation pattern effect mode for a certain period of time is performed, the player continues to indicate that the variation continues by the flashing display mode of the fourth symbol. It can be clearly identified. In addition, even when the third symbol is shaken and changed, the player can clearly determine that the third symbol is temporarily stopped by blinking the fourth symbol. Also, the blinking display mode of the 4th symbol is extinguished and displayed in a stopped state so that the special symbol (the 1st symbol) is variably displayed, and the result of the determination of success / failure is notified in the 3rd symbol. Can be easily recognized by the player.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 42 (b), the fourth symbol is configured to be displayed in the uppermost layer so that it can be visually recognized by the player at any time. In addition, in the gaming machine in which a part of the third symbol is hidden in the background due to the effect, or a driving object that is driven to the front side of the third symbol display device 81 and overlaps the display area is arranged, May be invisible to the player. Therefore, even if the 3rd symbol is not visible to the player due to the production, it can be identified whether the 4th symbol is variably displayed or stopped, and the player is confused. Can be prevented.

  As will be described later, the main control device 110 has a dedicated confirmation command (outgoing confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command) for displaying the third symbol in a fixed stop state and a dedicated confirmation command for finalizing and stopping the fourth symbol ( A fourth definite command or a fourth definite command) is generated and output individually. The main control device 110 outputs the confirmed command of the 4th symbol with a delay of 200 ms from the confirmed command of the 3rd symbol, so that the 4th symbol can be stopped and displayed after the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed. As a result, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol are confirmed and stopped with a common confirmed command, so that the 4th symbol is stopped after the 3rd symbol so that the 4th symbol is stopped. It is possible to prevent the symbol fixed stop period from being shortened and the symbol fixed stop being difficult to understand. Therefore, by stopping the fourth symbol 200 ms after the third symbol, the player can recognize the stop of the third symbol more clearly. Note that even if the 4th symbol is stopped for 200ms from the 3rd symbol, the 200ms is extremely short for the player, so the 3rd and 4th symbols are stopped at the same time in the player's appearance. Looks like they are displaying. Thus, it is preferable to set the delay time within a range where the player seems to stop simultaneously.

  FIG. 43 is a timing chart of the variation between the third symbol and the fourth symbol corresponding to the deviation variation pattern displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment. The second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the third symbol is repeatedly subjected to fluctuation variation until the end of the variation time and the fourth symbol variation display is added. About another point, it is the same as 1st Embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 43, the fourth symbol is a display that the sound lamp control device 113 outputs to the display control device 114 based on the display variation pattern command that the main control device 110 outputs to the sound lamp control device 113. Based on the reception of the fluctuation pattern command, the lighting display (aa) and the blinking display (bb) are repeated every 20 ms to start the fluctuation display. As shown in FIGS. 42 (a) to (i), when the three symbols of the third symbol are temporarily stopped, the fourth symbol is the same as before the fluctuation variation is executed. In addition, the variable display is executed by repeatedly turning on and off every 20 ms. Based on the reception of the display detachment confirmation command, the 3rd symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state, but the 4th symbol is then continuously displayed for 200 ms, and the display 4th detachment confirmation command is received. Then, the display is stopped with the confirmation display of the off display. By configuring in this way, the third symbol is displayed in the same manner as the final display of the fluctuation fluctuation in the same fixed display mode at the position of the shaking center, and then the fourth symbol is displayed 200 ms later. Since the display is stopped by the display fourth detachment confirmation command, the confirmation stop period of the third symbol can be provided internally. In addition, from the player, since 200 ms is an extremely short time, the 3rd and 4th symbols seem to be confirmed and stopped at the same time. The malfunction which feels that the fluctuation | variation with a 4th pattern is not the same fluctuation | variation time can be suppressed.

  In addition, since the 3rd pattern is temporarily stopped by causing fluctuations to swing, when the final stop display is performed, the final display mode of the fluctuations is different from the final display mode (for example, the final display mode of the fluctuations is the lowering of the swing. (The display is a display at the position, and the fixed display mode is the display at the position of the shaking center). However, even in such a case, by stopping and displaying the 4th symbol after a short time of 200 ms, it is possible to provide a stop period for the 3rd symbol, and to ensure that the 3rd symbol is more reliably displayed. The display can be stopped, and it can be shown to the player as if the third symbol and the fourth symbol are stopped simultaneously.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 44 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the second embodiment.

  In the second embodiment, a fourth confirmation timer 203f is added to the RAM 203 of the MPU 201 of the main control device 110, compared to the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). The fourth confirmation timer 203f confirms the third symbol by the big hit fourth confirmation command or the losing fourth confirmation command, which is a confirmation command for instructing the sound lamp control device 113 to display the fourth symbol to be confirmed and stopped. It is a counter for measuring the delay time to delay for 200 ms after the stop display. The fourth fixed timer 203f is set to 0, which is an initial value when the RAM is initialized, and the process of S240 of the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. , 100 is set when the jackpot confirmation command or the losing confirmation command is set. The fourth confirmation timer 203f is a fourth confirmation command which is a process in the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) which is a process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. In the process of S231 of the transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), 1 is subtracted. This fourth confirmed command device process (FIG. 49, S230) is the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) if the fourth confirmed timer 203f is 1 or more, and is executed every 2 ms. One is subtracted every time. That is, when 100 is set in the fourth confirmation timer 203f, 200 ms elapses until the fourth confirmation timer 203f becomes zero. On the basis of the fact that the fourth confirmation timer 203f becomes 0, the big hit fourth confirmation command or the off fourth confirmation command for instructing the sound lamp control device 113 to display the fourth symbol confirmation stop is set. .

  In this way, by setting 100 in the fourth confirmation timer 203f based on the setting of the jackpot confirmation command or the outage confirmation command, the jackpot fourth confirmation command or the outcoming fourth confirmation command is controlled by the sound lamp control after 200 ms. It can be output to the device 113.

  As shown in FIG. 44, the electrical configuration of the audio lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment is different from that of the audio lamp control device 113 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). In the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the control device 113, the variation pattern storage area 223d is deleted and a symbol state storage area 223e is added.

  The symbol state storage area 223e is a storage area for storing the result of the determination of the success / failure indicated by each command with respect to the off-set confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command output from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. is there. The MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 stores data indicating that it is out in the symbol state storage area 223e when the received command is a out-of-game confirmation command, while the received command is a jackpot confirmation command. In the case, it is stored in the symbol state storage area 223e (see FIG. 52). Note that the data related to the determination of success / failure stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is the fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (a), S1430) or the big hit fourth confirmed command executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. In the reception process (FIG. 53 (a), S1450), collation of whether or not the winning / injury determination indicated by the received jackpot fourth confirmed command or outlier fourth confirmed command and the corresponding or not determined in the symbol state storage area 223e match. Is executed. In this process, if it is determined that they do not match, this is notified to the third symbol display device 81 (for example, if an outlier fourth confirmation command is received and does not match, an error such as H02) A display error notification command is displayed (instructed to display an error code such as A01 when the code is displayed and the fourth hit confirmation command is received and does not match).

  With reference to FIG. 45, the electrical configuration of the display control apparatus 114 in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 45 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the second embodiment. The electrical configuration of the display control device 114 in the second embodiment differs from the electrical configuration of the display control device 114 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 11) in the following points, and the other points are the same. is there. Only the differences will be described below.

  In the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 in the second embodiment, a variable display data table for display control of the display mode corresponding to the variable pattern displayed on the third symbol display device 81 stored in the data table storage area 233b. (See FIG. 46), the transfer data table has been changed.

  With reference to FIG. 46, the variable display data table in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 42 shows one of the variation display modes corresponding to the variation pattern command in which the third symbol is designated. In the variable display data table in the second embodiment, the variable display mode of the fourth symbol is set in common with the third symbol for each address. When each address is designated, lighting data of the 4th symbol is transferred together with various data for displaying the designated 3rd symbol and displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81. In this variable display data table, the address corresponding to the end time of the variable time is 02E6H. If it is normal here, the display detachment confirmation command is received and the address is set to 02F1H, and the fluctuation center The display at the position is repeatedly displayed (stop display). In the second embodiment, the fluctuation variation is continuously performed until the end of the fluctuation time, and the fluctuation time is set to end with the display of the fluctuation center at the end of one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation. On the other hand, if it is normal to receive the fourth confirmation command for display failure, it is 200 ms later, so until then, the fourth symbol is repeatedly turned on and blinked every 20 ms. Then, when a display detachment confirmation command is received after 200 ms, both the third symbol and the fourth symbol are replaced with a fixed stop display symbol and are stopped and displayed. Since the 4th symbol simply repeats the blinking display, it does not often feel uncomfortable even if it is switched to the extinguished display that is the fixed stop display when it is lit on. Here, in the third symbol, when the final stop display and the fixed stop display of the shaking fluctuation are different, it looks as if the symbol is instantaneously changed, and it is easy for the player to feel uncomfortable. However, in the configuration of the second embodiment, the third symbol repeats fluctuation until the fluctuation end time is reached, and when the fluctuation time end time is reached, the display of the fluctuation center is displayed at the timing when one period of fluctuation fluctuation is completed. When an off-display confirmation command is received at that timing, the address of 02F1H is designated and the display of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed. Therefore, when the display detachment fourth confirmation command is received and switched to the confirmed display, the display mode is switched to the same fixed display mode as the display mode of the shaking center which is the confirmed display mode. It is possible to prevent the player from giving a feeling of strangeness that fluctuates instantaneously when the third symbol is confirmed and stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 47, the transfer data table in the second embodiment has been changed in response to the change in the variable display data table. When the address 02F3H is designated, the transfer data table returns to 02F1H. The difference is that “LOOP” information that repeats transfer is added. The transfer data table in FIG. 47 corresponds to the variable display data table in FIG.

  In the present embodiment, when the display confirmation fourth confirmation command cannot be received due to some trouble, the third figure is configured to repeat the display mode of the swing center. It may be configured to resume. By comprising in this way, even when a malfunction generate | occur | produces that the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol are synchronizing, it can alert | report to a player clearly.

  Returning to FIG. 45, the description will be continued. An effect symbol determination flag 233k is added to the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114. The effect symbol confirmation flag 233k is a flag indicating that a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command has been received. When the power is turned on or the work RAM 233 is initialized, the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to off. It is set to ON in the process of S2211 of the command determination process (FIG. 55, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. Further, the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 is set to OFF in the process of S2310 of the variation pattern command process (FIG. 54, S2205) and the process of S3211 of the pointer update process (FIG. 3005, S3005).

  With reference to FIG. 48, the special symbol variation process (S104), which is one process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, will be described in the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104). In the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) of the second embodiment, the content of the special symbol variation start process (S208) is changed with respect to the special symbol variation process (FIG. 16, S104) of the first embodiment. Each process of S220, S230, and S240 is added. Each process of S201-S219 in 2nd Embodiment performs the same process as each process of S201-S219 in 1st Embodiment.

  In the process of S220, it is determined whether the fourth confirmation timer 203f is greater than 0 (that is, not 0) (S220). If the fourth confirmation timer 203f has a value greater than 0 (S220: Yes), a fourth confirmation command transmission process is executed (S203). The details of the fourth confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230) will be described later with reference to FIG. 49, but it is determined whether 200 ms has elapsed since the output of the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. A process of setting the 4 finalization command or the big hit fourth finalization command to be output to the sound lamp control device 114 after 200 ms has elapsed is executed.

  On the other hand, when the 4th fixed timer 203f is 0 (S220: No), the process of S201 is performed. Note that the processing in S201 is the same as that in the first embodiment, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted.

  Next, after the jackpot confirmation command is set in the process of S216 or after the outage confirmation command is set in the process of S219, the process is executed in S240. In the process of S240, 100 is set in the fourth confirmation timer 203f (S240). In this way, when the off-set confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command is set, the fourth confirmation timer 203f is set to a value of 100, and 200 ms after the outset confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command is set, a later-described second In the 4 confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), it is possible to transmit the fourth confirmation command or the fourth confirmation command that is out of place.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 49, the fourth confirmed command transmission process (S230), which is a process of the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110 in the second embodiment. To do. FIG. 49 is a flowchart showing the fourth confirmation command transmission process (S230).

  In the fourth confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), first, a process of subtracting 1 from the fourth confirmation timer 203f is executed (S231). It is determined whether the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f after subtraction is 0 (S232). If the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is not 0 (S232: No), this process ends. On the other hand, when the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is 0 (S232: Yes), it is determined whether or not the current symbol determination result is a big hit (S233). When the determination result of the special symbol this time is out (S234: No), the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed in the display mode of the shaking center (see FIG. 42 (i)). An outlier fourth confirmation command for instructing repeated display is set (generated) (S234). On the other hand, when the determination result of the special symbol this time is a big hit (S233: Yes), the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed as a center of shaking (see FIG. 42 (i)). A jackpot fourth confirmation command for instructing repeated display in the form is set (S235).

  Next, referring to FIG. 50, in the second embodiment, a special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) which is a process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. The special symbol variation start process (S208), which is one process, will be described. FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation start processing (FIG. 50, S208). In the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 50, S208) of the second embodiment, the process of S320 is added to the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 17, S208) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 17, S208) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  When the setting of the variation pattern command is executed in the process of S310, the process of S320 is executed. In the process of S320, the process of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is reset to 0, which is an initial value (S320). Thereafter, the process of S311 is executed. Since the processing of S311 is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted. As described above, when the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is reset to the initial value based on the setting of the variation pattern command, an abnormal value is stored in the fourth confirmation timer 203f due to the influence of noise or the like. Even if it is, it can be reset to a normal value at the start of fluctuation of the special symbol. Therefore, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be set to a normal state at an early stage. Therefore, it is possible to suppress a problem that an abnormal operation occurs and the game cannot be performed.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 51, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 2nd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). The command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) of the second embodiment is a detachment confirmation command process (S1411) and a jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), compared to the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment. The contents of the process are changed, and each process of S1420, S1430, S1440, and S1450 is added. The processes of S1401 to S1410 and S1412 in the second embodiment are the same as the processes of S1401 to S1410 and S1412 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 52 (a), the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment, will be described. . FIG. 52A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411).

  In the detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 52A, S1411) in the second embodiment, first, data indicating detachment is set in the symbol state storage area 223e (S1511). Here, in this embodiment, “00000001” is set with 8-bit data. Next, a display detachment confirmation command is set (generated) (S1512).

  With reference to FIG. 52 (b), the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment, will be described. . FIG. 52B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413).

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 52B, S1413) in the second embodiment, first, data indicating a jackpot is set in the symbol state storage area 223e (S1611). Here, in this embodiment, “00000010” is set with 8-bit data. Next, a display jackpot confirmation command is set (generated) (S1612).

  Returning to FIG. 51, the description will be continued. In the process of S1412, if the jackpot confirmation command has not been received (S1412: No), it is determined whether or not an outlier fourth confirmation command has been received (S1420). If an outlier fourth confirmation command is received (S1420: Yes), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process is executed (S1430).

  With reference to FIG. 53A, the outlier fourth confirmation command receiving process (S 1430) will be described. FIG. 53 (a) is a flowchart showing this outlier fourth confirmation command reception processing (S1430). In this out-going fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53, S1430), collation is performed to determine whether the correctness determination result indicated by the received confirmed command of the third symbol matches the correctness determination result of the currently received outright fourth confirmed command. Processing is executed, and error processing is executed when they do not match.

  In the detachment fourth confirmation command reception process (FIGS. 53A and S1430), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data indicating detachment (S1431). Here, whether the data is out of the data is determined by determining whether the data of the eighth bit is 1. When the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data other than a detachment (S1431: No), when the display control device 114 detaches to the third symbol display device 81 and receives the fourth confirmation command A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (in this embodiment, H02) for notifying that the verification results of these are not matched is set (S1432). Thereafter, the process of S1433 is executed. On the other hand, if the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is out of date (S1431: Yes), the process of S1433 is executed. In the process of S1433, a display out-of-display fourth confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to display the 3rd and 4th symbols variably displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81. (S1433).

  Returning to FIG. 51, the description will be continued. In the process of S1420, when the outlier fourth confirmation command is not received (S1420: No), it is determined whether or not the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S1440). When the jackpot fourth confirmed command is received (S1440: Yes), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process is executed (S1450).

  With reference to FIG. 53 (b), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1450) will be described. FIG. 53B is a flowchart showing the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1450). In the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (b), S1450), the success / failure determination result indicated by the received confirmation command of the third symbol matches the determination result of the jackpot fourth confirmed command received this time. Such collation processing is executed, and if they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the big hit fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (b), S1450), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data indicating a big hit (S1451). Here, whether the data is jackpot data or not is determined by checking whether the data of the eighth bit is zero. When the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data other than the jackpot (S1451: No), when the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received by the third symbol display device 81 to the display control device 114 A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (A02 or the like in the present embodiment) for notifying that the collation results are not matched is set (S1452). Thereafter, the process of S1453 is executed. On the other hand, if the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is a big hit (S1451: Yes), the process of S14353 is executed. In the process of S1453, a display big hit fourth confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to display the third and fourth symbols variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 to be confirmed and stopped. (S1453).

  In this way, it is configured to add information indicating the determination result to the confirmation command for notifying that the third symbol is to be fixed and the command for notifying that the fourth symbol is to be fixed, and to determine whether the symbol is correct or not. By collating the information, it is possible to determine whether a malfunction such as a communication error has occurred. Therefore, even if the third symbol is notified by jackpot, if there is a problem that the jackpot game does not start, how to determine the error code displayed on the third symbol display device 81 It is possible to determine whether or not a malfunction has occurred, and the game store side can confirm and explain the contents of the malfunction to the player in detail. Therefore, it can suppress that a player has distrust in a game.

  Next, referring to FIG. 54, in the second embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 54 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 54, S2102) in the second embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) of the second embodiment, the content of the variation pattern command process (S2205) is changed from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment. The process of S2211 is deleted, the process of S2218 is added, and the processes of S2230, S2240, and S2241 are added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  Referring to FIG. 55, in the second embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. The variation pattern command process (S2205), which is a process, will be described. FIG. 55 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 55, S2205) in the second embodiment. In the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 54, S2205) of the second embodiment, the processing of S2310 is added to the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 33 (a), S2205) of the first embodiment. For the other processing, the same processing as the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 32, S2205) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  When the pointer initialization is executed in the process of S2305, the process of S2310 is executed. In the processing in S2310, the demonstration display flag, the confirmed display flag, and the effect symbol confirmed flag 233k are set to OFF (S2310).

  Returning to FIG. 54, the description will be continued. In the process of S2208, when the display detachment confirmation command is received (S2208: Yes) or in the process of S2210, when the display jackpot confirmation command is received (S2210: Yes), the process of S2216 is performed. Run. In the process of S2216, the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to ON (S2216). When the effect symbol determination flag 223k is set to ON, in a pointer update process (FIG. 56, S3005) described later, if the time counter 233h is 1, a process of setting the pointer to the address 02F1H of the variable display data table is executed. . By doing in this way, a 3rd symbol display can be repeatedly displayed with the display mode of a shaking center. Therefore, it is possible to stop the display with the display of the swing center of the third symbol until the display off fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received. When receiving the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command, the display is switched to the same fixed display mode as the display of the shaking center which is the fixed display mode, thereby instantaneously changing the display to a different display during the fixed display. It can suppress that a player feels as if it fluctuated. In addition, since the fourth symbol is also displayed in the fixed stop at that timing, it can be seen that the fixed stop is displayed in synchronization with the same timing.

  If the display jackpot confirmation command has not been received in the processing of S2210 (S2210: No), it is determined whether a display detachment fourth confirmation command has been received (S2230). When the display detachment fourth confirmation command is received (S2230: Yes), the processing of S2241 is executed. On the other hand, when the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S2240: Yes), the processing of S2241 is executed.

  In the processing at S2241, the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2241). As described above, the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 based on the reception of the display detachment fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command. Based on the fixed data table, the fixed stop can be displayed. Therefore, even in the internal processing, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol can be synchronized and the fixed stop display can be easily performed. Therefore, the control load can be reduced without having to stop the third symbol and the fourth symbol by separate processing. Further, it is possible to suppress a problem that only one of the third symbol and the fourth symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state.

  Next, referring to FIG. 56, in the second embodiment, a display setting process process (FIG. 35, FIG. 35), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. The pointer update process (S3005) which is one process of S2103) will be described. FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing the pointer update processing (FIG. 56, S3005) in the second embodiment. In the pointer update process (FIG. 56, S3005) of the second embodiment, the processes of S3210 and S3211 are added to the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  In the process of S3202, if the data is not End information (S3202: No), or the process of initializing the pointer in the process of S3205, the process of S3210 is executed. In the process of S3210, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on (S3210). When the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on (S3210: Yes), the pointer is set to the address 02F1H of the variable display data table and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to off. (S3211). On the other hand, when the time counter 233h is not 1 or the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3210: No), this process is terminated.

  Thus, when the time counter 233h is 1, the final display mode of the last one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation is displayed, and if the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on, the display detachment determination command or display Since the big jackpot confirmation command is received, the pointer is set so that the third symbol is repeatedly displayed in the display mode of the shaking center. Therefore, normally, the third symbol is displayed in the display mode of the shaking center until 200 ms after receiving the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command, and after 200 ms The fixed stop display mode that is the display mode of the same shaking center can be fixed and stopped.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms. However, the display is not limited to this, and the display closer to the display mode of the shaking center is displayed (closer) than the display of fluctuation in the shaking fluctuation. You may comprise so that it may switch and display so that it may display in an aspect. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  In contrast, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment, the third symbol display device 81 is set with the first symbol and the fourth symbol to be displayed in a blinking manner in synchronization with the third symbol. The fourth symbol is set, and the main controller 110 outputs a confirmation command for stopping and displaying the fourth symbol at the end of the variable time, thereby causing the third and fourth symbols to be confirmed and stopped and displayed in synchronization. In addition, when the output of the confirmation command for the 4th symbol is delayed or cannot be received due to some trouble, the 3rd symbol repeatedly displays the display mode of the shaking center, and the 4th symbol continues to display the variation. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 57 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 according to the third embodiment. The swing variation of the third symbol executed in common in each variation display data table is indicated at address 02CAH. Since each variation display data table has a different variation time, the address at which the fluctuation variation starts is different, but the same processing is executed as the contents.

  The variable display data table shown in FIG. 57 is an area where display content (drawing content) displayed at the timing when the address 02E6H ends the variable time is set. In the variation display data table in the first embodiment (see FIG. 12), the display mode of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81 for 200 ms until the variation time ends, After that, when the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received, the fluctuation fluctuation is resumed. On the other hand, in the variation display data table in the third embodiment, the display mode of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed for 200 ms until the variation time ends, and the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is displayed. Even when the third symbol cannot be confirmed and displayed because it cannot be received, the display of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed. On the other hand, the variation display of the 4th symbol is set so as to be continuously performed so as to repeat blinking.

  In this way, the 4th symbol is continuously blinked and displayed, and the 3rd symbol is repeatedly displayed in the display mode of the shaking center, thereby notifying the player that the 3rd symbol has not been confirmed and stopped. Can do. In addition, by confirming this state, the game store side can determine what kind of trouble is occurring in the pachinko machine 10 from the variation display mode of the third symbol and the fourth symbol.

  FIG. 58 is an example of a transfer data table corresponding to each variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 of the third embodiment. The transfer data table shown in FIG. 58 corresponds to the variable display data table shown in FIG. The detailed description is the same as that of the first embodiment, and will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 59, the special symbol variation process (S104), which is one process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, will be described in the third embodiment. FIG. 59 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (FIG. 59, S104). The special symbol variation process (FIG. 59, S104) of the third embodiment is different from the special symbol variation process (FIG. 16, S104) of the first embodiment in that the process of S216 is S250 and the process of S219 is S260. has been changed. The processes of S201 to S215 and S217 to S218 in the third embodiment are the same as the processes of S201 to S215 and S217 to S218 in the first embodiment.

  When the jackpot start is set in the process of S215, a jackpot fourth confirmation command is set (S250). In the process of S217, if the hour / minute counter is 0 (S217: No) or the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more (S217: Yes), the hour / minute counter 203e is decremented by 1, and then the fourth value is released. A confirmation command is set (S260).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 60, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 3rd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 60 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). In the command determination process (FIG. 60, S1311) of the third embodiment, the processes of S1410 to S1413 are deleted from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment, and S1420, S1440, S1460, S1470. Each process has been added. In S1401 to S1409 in the third embodiment, the same processes as S1401 to S1409 in the first embodiment are executed. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the processing of S1408, when the pending ball number command has not been received (S1408: No), it is determined whether or not the outlier fourth confirmation command has been received (S1420). If an outlier fourth confirmation command is received (S1420: Yes), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process is executed (S1460).

  Here, with reference to FIG. 61 (a), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process (S1460) in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 61 (a) is a flowchart showing this outlier fourth confirmation command receiving process (S1460).

  In the outlier fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 61A, S1460), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is outlier data (that is, whether the collation results match). (S1461). When the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is data other than a deviation (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1461: No), the collation result is obtained when an outlier fourth confirmation command is received. A display error notification command is set to instruct the display control device 114 to display an error code (H03 in this embodiment) indicating that they do not match on the third symbol display device 81 (S1462). Thereafter, the process of S1463 is executed. On the other hand, if out-of-range data is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (that is, the collation results match) (S1461: Yes), the process of S1462 is skipped and the process of S1463 is executed. In the process of S1463, a display detachment fourth confirmation command is set for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third and fourth symbols (S1463).

  Returning to FIG. 60, the description will be continued. In the process of S1420, when the outlier fourth confirmation command is not received (S1420: No), it is determined whether the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S1440). When the jackpot fourth confirmed command is received (S1440), the jackpot fourth confirmed command receiving process is executed (S1470).

  Here, with reference to FIG. 61 (b), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception processing (S1470) in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 61B is a flowchart showing the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1470).

  In the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 61 (b), S1470), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is jackpot data (that is, whether the collation results match). (S1471). When the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is data other than the big hit (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1471: No), the collation result is obtained when the big hit fourth confirmation command is received. A display error notification command for instructing the display control device 114 to display an error code (A03 in this embodiment) indicating that they do not match is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S1472). Thereafter, the process of S1473 is executed. On the other hand, when the big hit data is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (that is, the collation results match) (S1471: Yes), the process of S1472 is skipped and the process of S1473 is executed. In the process of S1473, a display big hit fourth confirmed command for instructing the display control device 114 to perform fixed stop display of the third symbol and the fourth symbol is set (S1473).

  Next, referring to FIG. 62, in the third embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 62, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 62, S2102) in the third embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 62, S2102) of the third embodiment, the processes from S2208 to S2211 are deleted from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment, and S2230 to S2231, S2240. Each process of S2241 is added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the display stop type command has not been received in the processing of S2204 (S2204: No), it is determined whether there is a display detachment fourth confirmation command (S2230). When it is determined that there is a display detachment fourth confirmation command (S2230: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2231). On the other hand, when the display detachment confirmation command is not received (S2230: No), it is determined whether the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S2240). When the display big hit fourth confirmation command is received (S2240: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2241).

  In this way, when the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received, the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0, so that the third symbol and the fourth symbol are confirmed. Based on the display data table, the display is fixed. Accordingly, the third symbol and the fourth symbol can be confirmed and stopped at the timing synchronized with each other.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms. However, the display is not limited to this, and the display closer to the display mode of the shaking center is displayed (closer) than the display of fluctuation in the shaking fluctuation. You may comprise so that it may switch and display so that it may display in an aspect. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment, a fourth symbol that blinks in synchronization with the first symbol and the third symbol that are controlled to be turned on by the sound lamp control device 81 is provided. Main controller 110 outputs a confirmation command for stopping and displaying the third symbol at the end of the variable time. The sound lamp control device 113 outputs a command for confirming and stopping the third symbol to the display control device 114 based on the command. The display control device 114 outputs a command indicating that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped to the sound lamp control device 113 based on the fact that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped. The voice lamp control device 113 is configured to make the stop timing of the third symbol and the fourth symbol more synchronized in accordance with the command so that the fourth symbol is fixedly stopped. It differs from the pachinko machine 10.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 63 is a view showing the game board 13 of the pachinko machine 10 in the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 63, the game board 13 in the fourth embodiment has a fourth symbol LED 900 added to the game board 13 (see FIG. 2) in the first embodiment. Since other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 64 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 64, in the fourth embodiment, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are communicably connected to the electrical configuration of the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). 4th design LED900 electrically connected so that it may be changed by the audio | voice lamp control apparatus 113 and it may be lighted is added. Since other configurations are the same as those in the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fourth symbol LED 900 is a sound lamp control in synchronism with the first symbol that the main control device 110 controls to light by the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol that the display control device 114 displays in a variable manner on the third symbol control device 81. It is LED for displaying the 4th pattern lighting-controlled by the apparatus 113. FIG. As shown in FIG. 63, the fourth symbol LED 900 is provided at the lower part of the center frame 86 of the variable display device unit 80, and is always disposed at a position that can be visually recognized by the player. The 4th symbol that the 4th symbol LED900 lights up is displayed in a synchronized manner with the 3rd symbol displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, so that the 3rd symbol (the 1st symbol) is being displayed in a variable manner. It is a symbol for informing the player of a certain thing in an easily understandable manner. By providing this 4th symbol, the 3rd symbol is temporarily displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 by the variation display mode set by the variation pattern, or the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed. Even if such a display effect is performed, the player can easily recognize that the variation time is in effect if the fourth symbol is lit.

  FIG. 65 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 65, the display control device 114 in the fourth embodiment has a display variation pattern storage area in the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 as compared to the display control device 114 (see FIG. 11) in the first embodiment. 233m has been added. Since other configurations are the same as those in the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The display variation pattern storage area 233m is a display variation that indicates the type of variation pattern from the sound lamp control device 113 in the processing of S2221 of the command determination processing (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 described later. This is data for storing data related to the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command for display based on the reception of the pattern command. Here, the data corresponding to the variation pattern is stored as the stored data. However, the display variation pattern command may be stored as it is, or data corresponding to the display variation pattern command (for example, whether or not to determine whether or not it is correct). Or data such as reach) may be stored. In this embodiment, the result of the determination as to whether or not the display variation pattern command indicates is stored. The display variation pattern storage area 233m is set to 0, which is an initial value when the power is turned on.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 66, the main process (S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 4th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 66 is a flowchart showing this main process (S1300). In the main process (FIG. 66, S1300) of the fourth embodiment, the content of the command determination process (S1311) is changed and the process of S1330 is added to the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) of the first embodiment. ing. The processes in S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the fourth embodiment are the same as the processes in S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 67, the command determination process which is one process of the main process (FIG. 66, S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 4th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 67 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (S1300) in the fourth embodiment. The command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) of the fourth embodiment is different from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment in that the release confirmation command reception process (S1411) is a release confirmation command reception process (S1480). ), The jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) is changed to the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490), and the process of S1520 is added. The processes of S1401 to S1410, S1412, and S1414 in the fourth embodiment are the same as the processes of S1401 to S1410, S1412, and S1414 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the process of S1401, when the variation pattern command output from the main controller 110 is received (S1401: Yes), the processes of S1402 to S1404 are executed, and then the process of S1520 is executed. In the processing of S1520, the blinking display of the fourth symbol LED 900 is set. Thus, based on the timing at which main controller 110 starts displaying the first symbol on the first symbol display device 37 in a variable manner (lighting control), the voice lamp control device 113 controls the lighting on the fourth symbol LED 900 (fluctuating). Can start.

  With reference to FIG. 68 (a), the outlier confirmation command reception process (S1480), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment, will be described. To do. FIG. 68A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1480). In the deviation confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (a), S1480), a collation process is executed to determine whether the validity determination result indicated by the received variation pattern command is the same as the validity determination result of the deviation indicated by the received deviation confirmation command. If they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (a), S1480), first, it is determined whether data indicating detachment is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481). When data different from the outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481: No), a communication error between the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 is determined as a result of collating the outage confirmation command. A display error notification 1 command for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display an error code indicating that the occurrence has been confirmed (Z01H in the present embodiment) is set (S1482). Thereafter, the process of S1483 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481: Yes), the processing of S1483 is skipped and the processing of S1483 is executed. In the process of S1483, a display detachment confirmation command for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third symbol is set (S1483).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 68 (b), a jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490), which is a process of the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment. ). FIG. 68B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490). In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (b), S1490), a collation process is executed to determine whether the success / failure determination result indicated by the received variation pattern command and the jackpot determination / rejection result indicated by the received jackpot confirmation command are the same. If they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (b), S1490), first, it is determined whether or not the data indicating the jackpot is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1491). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d (S1491: No), a communication error is detected between the main controller 110 and the sound lamp controller 113 as a result of collating the jackpot confirmation command. A display error notification 1 command for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display an error code (Z01A in this embodiment) indicating that the occurrence has been confirmed is set (S1492). Thereafter, the process of S1493 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating a big hit is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1491: Yes), the process of S1492 is skipped and the process of S1493 is executed. In the process of S1493, a display jackpot confirmation command for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third symbol is set (S1493).

  Thus, based on the fluctuation pattern, the main control device 110 is executed by checking whether the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d matches the result of determination of whether the winning decision command or the big hit confirmation command received from the main control device 110 matches. It is possible to detect that a communication error has occurred between the voice lamp control device 113 and the voice lamp control device 113. Then, by displaying the result on the third symbol display device 81 as an error code, it is possible to accurately notify the game store side of the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10. Based on this error code, the amusement shop side can confirm whether there is an abnormality in the harness or the like connecting the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113. Therefore, the amusement shop side can easily find the cause of the malfunction. In addition, since it is possible to determine whether the error code is out of the case of receiving a confirmation command or whether it is a case of receiving a jackpot confirmation command, even if the jackpot is notified by the third symbol or the like, Even if a malfunction that has not been started occurs, the contents of the malfunction can be accurately explained to the player based on the error code. Therefore, it is possible to reduce making the player feel uncomfortable.

  Returning to FIG. 66, the description will be continued. When the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) ends, the display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330) is executed. In this display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330), an audio lamp control is performed in the process of S2253 of the display detachment confirmation command reception process (FIGS. 72A and S2250) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114, which will be described later. The display transmission failure fourth confirmation command or display for notifying the device 113 that the third symbol whose determination result is wrong has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing when the fourth symbol is confirmed and stopped). In the processing of S2263 of the jackpot confirmation command reception processing (FIG. 72 (b), S2260), the result of the determination is that the third symbol of the jackpot is confirmed stop-displayed (that is, the timing for displaying the fourth symbol confirmed-stopped) ) Notification display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received, the result determination result indicated by the command is Process of collating the advisability judgment result based on the variation pattern of voice lamp control apparatus 113 is stored is executed, and when they do not match, an error process is executed. In addition, the fourth symbol confirmation stop process is also executed.

  With reference to FIG. 69, the display command determination process (S1330) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment will be described. FIG. 69 is a flowchart showing this display command determination processing (S1330).

  In the display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330), first, it is determined whether or not the display transmission error fourth confirmation command has been received (S1331). When the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command is received (S1331), display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command reception processing is executed (S1340).

  Referring to FIG. 70 (a), a display transmission losing fourth confirmed command reception process (S1330 in FIG. 69) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment (S1330). S1340) will be described. FIG. 70A is a flowchart showing the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command reception process (S1340).

  In the display transmission failure fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 70 (a), S1340), first, it is determined whether or not data indicating whether or not the deviation is stored is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1341). When the data different from the deviation is stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d (S1341: No), as a result of collating the display transmission deviation fourth confirmation command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Then, a display error notification 3 command for displaying on the third symbol display device an error code (in this embodiment, Z02H) indicating that a communication error has been confirmed is set (S1342). Thereafter, the process of S1343 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1341: Yes), the process of S1342 is skipped and the process of S1343 is executed. In the process of S1343, a process of setting the fourth symbol LED 900 to be turned off is executed (S1343).

  Returning to FIG. 69, the description will be continued. In the process of S1331, when the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command is not received from the display control device 114 (S1331), the process of S1333 is executed. In the process of S1333, it is determined whether the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command is received from the display control device 114 (S1333). If the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command has not been received from the display control device 114 (S1333: No), this processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command is received from the display control device 114 (S1333: Yes), display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception processing is executed (S1350).

  Referring to FIG. 70 (b), a display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (a process of S1330 in FIG. 69) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment (S1330). S1350) will be described. FIG. 70B is a flowchart showing the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1350).

  In the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 70 (b), S1350), first, it is determined whether data indicating whether or not the jackpot is determined is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351: No), as a result of collating the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Then, a display error notification 3 command for displaying on the third symbol display device an error code (in this embodiment, Z02A) indicating that the occurrence of a communication error has been confirmed is set (S1352). Thereafter, the process of S1353 is executed. On the other hand, if data indicating a big hit is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351: Yes), the process of S1352 is skipped and the process of S1353 is executed. In the process of S1353, a process of setting the fourth symbol LED 900 to be turned off is executed (S1353).

  As described above, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control are checked by collating the result determination result indicated by the command received from the display control device 114 with the result determination result based on the variation pattern stored in the sound lamp control device 113. It can be determined whether the communication control with the device 114 is normal. If there is an abnormality, an error code capable of recognizing the communication is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the amusement shop side can easily recognize the abnormality portion. Therefore, when an error code indicating a communication error is displayed between the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114, the harness that connects the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114. And the like, and an abnormal portion of the pachinko machine 10 can be easily found. In addition, since the error code is configured to be able to identify whether the display transmission losing fourth confirmed command or the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command, the jackpot game is not started even if the jackpot is notified by the third symbol. In the case where a problem such as this occurs, the game store side can accurately explain to the player what kind of problem is occurring based on this error code. Therefore, it can suppress making a player unpleasant.

  Next, referring to FIG. 71, in the fourth embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 71 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 71, S2102) in the fourth embodiment. The command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) according to the fourth embodiment is different from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) according to the first embodiment. Each process has been added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  After the process of S2205 is executed, the process of S2221 is executed. In the processing of S2221, the data of the result of the determination as to whether the received display variation pattern command is received is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m. The received display variation pattern command may be stored as it is.

  In the process of S2208, it is determined whether a display detachment confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2208). When the display detachment confirmation command is received (2208: Yes), the processing of S2209 is executed, and the processing of S2250 is executed. In the processing of S2250, display detachment confirmation command reception processing is executed (S2260).

  Referring to FIG. 72 (a), a display detachment confirmation command reception process (S2250), which is a process of the command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 in the fourth embodiment. explain. FIG. 72A is a flowchart showing the display detachment confirmation command reception process (S2250).

  In the display detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 72A, S2250), first, it is determined whether or not data indicating detachment is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2251). When the display variation pattern storage area 233m stores data different from “out” (S2251: No), the result of collation with the display out-of-display confirmation command is the result of the comparison between the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114. Is set to display an error code (in this embodiment, Z03H) on the third symbol display device 81 indicating that a communication error has been confirmed (S2252). Thereafter, the process of S2253 is executed. On the other hand, if data indicating a deviation is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2251: Yes), the process of S2252 is skipped and the process of S2253 is executed. In the processing of S2253, the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 that the third symbol that has come off has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing for the fourth symbol to be confirmed and stopped). Is set (S2253).

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. In the process of S2210, when the display jackpot confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2210: Yes), the process of S2211 is executed, and then the process of S2260 is executed. In the processing of S2260, display jackpot confirmation command reception processing is executed.

  Referring to FIG. 72B, the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (S2260), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 in the fourth embodiment. explain. FIG. 72B is a flowchart showing the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (S2260).

  In the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 72 (b), S2260), first, it is determined whether or not the data indicating the jackpot is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261: No), as a result of collating the display jackpot confirmation command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Is set to display an error code (in this embodiment, Z03A) indicating that a communication error has occurred on the third symbol display device 81 (S2262). Thereafter, the process of S2263 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating a big hit is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261: Yes), the process of S2262 is skipped and the process of S2263 is executed. In the processing of S2263, a display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 that the jackpot 3rd symbol has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing for displaying the 4th symbol to be confirmed and stopped). Is set (S2263).

  As described above, the validity determination result indicated by the confirmation command received by the display control device 114 from the sound lamp control device 113 is compared with the data of the validity determination result based on the received display variation pattern command stored in the display control device 114. By doing so, a communication error between the display control device 114 and the sound lamp control device 113 can be easily determined. Moreover, since the error code displayed is different between when the command received by the sound lamp control device 113 is discriminated and when the command received by the display control device 114 is discriminated, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be more accurately detected. Can be determined. Specifically, when it is determined that the collation does not match when both the display control device 114 and the audio lamp control device 113 are received, an error code is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, respectively. The amusement store side can suspect abnormalities such as harnesses. On the other hand, if it is determined that the collation does not match only when one of the signals is received, it is possible to suspect an abnormality in one of the control devices. Therefore, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be found more accurately and dealt with.

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. When the display jackpot confirmation command is not received (S2210: No), it is determined whether the display error notification 1 command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2270). When the display error notification 1 command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2270: Yes), display error notification 1 command processing is executed (S2280). As shown in FIG. 73A, the display error notification 1 command process (S2280) is a communication error between the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 as a result of collating the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. An error notification 1 for displaying on the third symbol display device 81 an error code (in this embodiment, Z01H or Z01A) indicating that the occurrence of the error has been confirmed is set (S2281).

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. In the process of S2270, when the display error notification 1 command is not received (S2270: No), it is determined whether the display error notification 3 command is received (S2290). When the display error notification 3 command is received (S2290: Yes), display error notification 3 command processing is executed (S2320). As shown in FIG. 73 (b), the display error notification 3 command reception process (S2320) displays the voice lamp control device 113 and the display result as a result of collating the display transmission failure fourth confirmation command or the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command. An error notification 3 for displaying an error code (in this embodiment, Z02H or Z02A in the present embodiment) on the third symbol display device is set with the control device 114 (S2321).

  As described above, in the fourth embodiment, based on the fact that the display control device 114 has confirmed and displayed the third symbol, the display transmission losing fourth confirmation command or display for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 of the fact is displayed. Since the transmission big hit fourth confirmation command is transmitted, the voice lamp control device 113 can display the fourth symbol in a fixed stop in accordance with the timing of the third symbol fixed stop display.

  Here, based on the confirmation command output from the main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113 sets the fourth symbol confirmation stop display and causes the display control device 114 to display the third symbol confirmation stop display. In the case where the 3rd and 4th symbols are configured to be confirmed and stopped by setting the confirmation command, the display control device cannot display the 3rd symbol as a result of a communication error or the like. In addition, the fourth symbol is displayed as a fixed stop. However, in the configuration of the fourth embodiment, since the display control device 114 confirms that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped and the voice lamp control device 113 displays the fourth symbol, the fourth symbol only. It is possible to prevent the problem of displaying the fixed stop first.

  In addition, as already described in the first embodiment, the third symbol is repeatedly displayed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time after the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and the third symbol is displayed at the end of the fluctuation time. Is displayed in the same manner as the fixed stop display mode of the shaking center, so that the 3rd symbol changes momentarily before the fixed display and after the fixed stop display. It is possible to prevent the display from being performed. Moreover, since it is such a structure and the 4th symbol is confirmed and stopped in synchronization with its fixed stop timing, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol can be confirmed and stopped synchronously without a sense of incongruity.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the fifth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 74 to 77. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the fifth embodiment, in the variation display corresponding to the variation pattern of the third symbol controlled by the display control device 114, the fluctuation variation is continuously executed until the variation time ends. Then, on the basis of the display confirmation command output from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the third symbol confirmation command output from the main controller 110, the third symbol confirmation stop display is executed. At this time, in the case where the third symbol that has been fluctuated is not the display mode of the swing center, the display control device 114 executes the delay of the third symbol variation stop process until the display mode of the swing center is obtained. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 74 is a timing chart showing an example of a variation display corresponding to the third symbol deviation variation pattern in the fifth embodiment. With respect to the timing chart (FIG. 7) of the third symbol in the first embodiment, it is changed in that it is set to repeat the fluctuation fluctuation until the end of the fluctuation time. Since the other configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  When the variation of the third symbol is temporarily stopped and the variation of the swing is made, the variation of the swing as shown in FIGS. 5A to 5I is repeatedly executed. As will be described later, in the variation display data table set corresponding to each variation pattern of the third symbol in the fifth embodiment, the configuration of the fluctuation variation is set to be the same, and the length of the variation time Depending on the difference, the fluctuation start time, the number of times the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and the like are different.

  FIG. 75 is a diagram showing an example of a variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 according to the fifth embodiment. With respect to the fluctuation display data table (see FIG. 12) in the first embodiment, the data structure of fluctuation fluctuation is changed. Since the other configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fluctuation display data table shown in FIG. 75 has a fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern up to address 02EFH, and at the timing when the fluctuation time ends, the display of the shaking center is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Is set to Normally, at this timing, a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, and the display is switched to the same fixed stop display mode as the display mode of the shaking center, and the fixed stop display is displayed. The Therefore, when the 3rd symbol is determined and stopped, the 3rd symbol is switched to a different display mode, thereby preventing the 3rd symbol from being viewed by the player so as to fluctuate instantaneously. Each change can be shown to the player so that the symbol stops at the same timing, and the player can be informed easily that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped. Moreover, the appearance at the time of the fixed stop of the 3rd symbol can also be stopped neatly.

  FIG. 76 is a diagram showing an example of the transfer data table in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 in the fifth embodiment. 76 is a transfer data table corresponding to the variable display data table shown in FIG.

  Next, referring to FIG. 77, in the fifth embodiment, a display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 77 is a flowchart showing display setting processing (FIG. 77, S2103) in the fifth embodiment. In the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) of the fifth embodiment, the process of S3030 is added to the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the display setting process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  In the process of S3010, when the confirmation display flag is OFF (S3010: No), the process of S3030 is executed. In the processing of S3030, it is determined whether the pointer address of the fluctuation display data table is the drawing contents (display contents) of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030). In the case of the variable display data table of FIG. 75, it is determined whether the address is applicable to any of 02E7H, 02EBH, and 02EFH. As described above, the address determined for each selected variation display data table is different.

  If the pointer is an address indicating the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030: Yes), the process of displaying the third symbol after S3011 is stopped and executed in sequence. On the other hand, when the pointer is not an address indicating the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030: No), this process is terminated. And it is determined again in the process of the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) executed at the timing when the next V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) is executed. Then, when the address indicates the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation, the process of displaying the fixed stop of the third symbol is executed. In other words, if the timing at which the third symbol is fixedly displayed is not the center of shaking, the timing is delayed until the next center of shaking is displayed.

  By configuring in this way, when the third symbol is fluctuating, the third symbol can be displayed in a fixed stop state just when the center of shaking is displayed. Since the 3rd symbol displayed in the fixed stop is a display mode of the shaking center, the player feels a sense of incongruity that instantaneously changes to the 3rd symbol displayed at a different position at the time of the 3rd symbol fixed stop display. Giving up can be suppressed. Further, the fluctuation of shaking can be continued during the fluctuation display time, and the third symbol can be variably displayed in synchronization with the first symbol. In addition, the main control device 110 and the display control device 114 display a variation time set in the variation display data table due to a shift in time of the variation time or a display control processing failure in the display control device 114. Even if the missed use confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command could not be received, the third symbol confirmation process is executed when the display is displayed at the swing center after the delay until the display at the swing center. The 3rd symbol can be displayed in a fixed stop without any discomfort.

  In the present embodiment, when the 3rd symbol is confirmed and stopped, if the display mode is different from the shaking center, the confirmed stop is delayed until it is displayed at the shaking center. The range of the display mode that approximates the display mode of the shaking center in the fluctuation variation is set in advance, and when it is not the fluctuation display mode of that range, it is configured to delay until it becomes the fluctuation display mode of that range May be. With this configuration, the delay time can be shortened and the game control can be executed efficiently. Moreover, the fixed stop timing of the first symbol and the third symbol can be made closer.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 78 to 86. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment, even if the sound lamp control device 113 receives a confirmation command instructing to confirm and stop the third symbol from the main control device 110, the display control device 114 Until the command indicating that the display corresponding to the end of the variable time is being performed is received, a process of delaying the output of the third symbol confirmation command to the display control device 114 is executed for a certain period of time. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 78 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment. In the sixth embodiment, with respect to the configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8), the audio lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are configured to be able to communicate with each other. A symbol determination flag 223f and a symbol determination timer 223g are added to the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the lamp control device 113, respectively.

  The symbol confirmation flag 223f is a flag indicating that a detachment confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command has been received from the main controller 110. Note that, in the process of S1461 of the command determination process (FIG. 82, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, it is set to ON based on the reception of the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. On the other hand, in the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, the display determination command is set to OFF. When the power is turned on, the initial value is set to off.

  The symbol determination timer 223g is a timer for measuring an elapsed time after the sound lamp control device 113 receives the release determination command or the jackpot determination command from the main control device 110. In the symbol determination timer 223g, in the processing of S1461 of the command determination processing (FIG. 82, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, the detachment determination command or the jackpot determination command is received from the main control device 110. Based on this, 200 is set. Further, 1 is subtracted by 1 in the process of S1363 of the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 80, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. Since the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) is executed at intervals of 1 ms, the symbol determination timer 223g is a timer that measures 200 ms. When the symbol determination timer 223g is decremented to 0, in the processing of S1365 in the symbol determination processing (FIG. 81, S1360), the display control device 114 is instructed to display the third symbol fixedly stopped. Set the confirmation command. When the power is turned on, the symbol determination timer 233g is set to 0, which is an initial value.

  FIG. 79 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the sixth embodiment. In the configuration of the sixth embodiment, an effect symbol determination flag 233k is added to the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114, compared to the electrical configuration (see FIG. 11) of the display control device 114 in the first embodiment. Since other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The effect symbol determination flag 233k is a flag indicating that a display transmission determination command indicating that display content corresponding to the variation end time is displayed is transmitted (set) to the audio lamp control device 113. The effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to ON when the time counter 233h is 1 and this flag is OFF in the processing of S3221 of the pointer update processing (FIG. 86, S3005) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. . Further, it is set to OFF in the process of S2330 of the command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) or the process of S3040 of the display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114.

  Next, a main process (S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 80 is a flowchart showing this main process (S1300). The main process (FIG. 80, S1300) of the sixth embodiment is different from the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) of the first embodiment in the contents of the command determination process (S1311), and the processes of S1360 and S1370 are performed. Have been added. The processes of S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the sixth embodiment are the same as the processes of S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 81, the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 80, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment will be described. FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing the symbol determination process (S1360).

  In the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360), first, it is determined whether the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361). If the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361: Yes), it is determined whether the symbol determination timer 223g is 0 (S1362). When the symbol determination timer 223g is not 0 (S1362: No), 1 is subtracted from the value of the symbol determination timer 223g. On the other hand, when the symbol determination timer 223g is 0 (S1362: No), the symbol determination flag 223f is set to OFF (S1364). Thereafter, a display confirmation command is set (S1365). If the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361: Yes), this process ends.

  Thus, based on the fact that the value of the symbol timer 223g is 0, that is, 200 ms has elapsed since the confirmation command was received from the main control device 110, the third symbol is displayed on the display control device 114 in a fixed stop state. Set the display confirmation command to indicate this. Therefore, even if the display control device 114 has lost display control processing and the display set in the variable display data table has not been displayed until the display corresponding to the end of the variable time, the deviation is within 200 ms. If so, it can be corrected.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 81, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 6th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). In the command determination process (FIG. 81, S1311) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S1410 to S1413 are deleted from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment, and the processes of S1460 to S1461 are performed. Have been added. In S1401 to S1409 and S1414 in the sixth embodiment, the same processes as S1401 to S1409 and S1414 in the first embodiment are executed. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the processing of S1408, when the reserved ball number command is not received from the main control device 110 (S1408), the processing of S1460 is executed. In the process of S1460, it is determined whether or not a deviation confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command has been received from main controller 110 (S1460). If a miss or jackpot confirmation command is received (S1460: Yes), the symbol determination flag 223f is set to ON, and the symbol determination timer 223g of 200 is set (S1461).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 83, a display command determination process (S1370), which is a process of the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment. . FIG. 83 is a flowchart showing this display command determination processing (S1370).

  In the display command determination process (FIG. 83, S1370), first, it is determined whether or not a display transmission confirmation command indicating that the display mode corresponding to the variation end time of the variation display data table has been displayed is received from the display control device 114 ( S1371). When the display transmission confirmation command is received (S1371: Yes), the symbol confirmation timer 223g is reset to 0 which is an initial value (S1372). On the other hand, if the display transmission confirmation command has not been received (S 1371: No), this process ends.

  Thus, when the display transmission confirmation command is received from the display control device 114, the value of the symbol determination timer 223g is forcibly reset. Thereby, in the process of the symbol confirmation process (FIG. 81, S1360), the confirmation command for display is set, and the process of the confirmation stop display of the third symbol is executed. Therefore, even if a problem such as a display control process failure occurs in the display control device 114, if it is within the range of 200 ms, the third symbol can be confirmed immediately after waiting for the end of the change. . Further, in the first embodiment, the process of stopping and displaying the fluctuation fluctuation in the display mode of the fluctuation center is executed for 200 ms until the fluctuation is finished. In this embodiment, even if such a process is not performed, If the deviation is within 200 ms, it is possible to switch to the fixed stop display mode at the timing when the display mode of the shaking center is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to suppress giving the player a sense of incongruity so that the symbol changes instantaneously at the timing of executing the fixed stop display from the fluctuation of the shake.

  Next, referring to FIG. 84, in the sixth embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 84 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 84, S2102) in the sixth embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S2208 to S2211 are deleted from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment, respectively. Each process has been added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the display stop type command has not been received in the process of S2206 (S2206), it is determined whether a display confirmation command has been received (S2340). When the display confirmation command is received (S2340: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2341).

  Next, referring to FIG. 85, in the sixth embodiment, a display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 85 is a flowchart showing the display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) in the sixth embodiment. In the display setting process (FIG. 86, S2103) of the sixth embodiment, the process of S3040 is added to the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted. In the processing of S3040, processing for setting the effect symbol determination flag 233k to OFF is executed based on the setting of the third symbol determination display processing.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 86, in the sixth embodiment, a display setting process process (FIG. 86, FIG. 86), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. The pointer update process (S3005) which is one process of S2103) will be described. FIG. 86 is a flowchart showing the pointer update processing (FIG. 86, S3005) in the sixth embodiment. In the pointer update process (FIG. 86, S3005) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S3220 and S3221 are added to the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the data is not End information in the process of S3202 (S3202: No) or the process of initializing the pointer is executed in the process of S3205, then the process of S3220 is executed. In the process of S3220, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3220). When the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3220: Yes), the sound lamp control indicates that the display content corresponding to the change end time of the change display data table is displayed. A display transmission confirmation command for notifying the device 113 is set, and the effect symbol confirmation flag 233k is set to OFF (S3221).

  In addition, you may comprise combining each structure demonstrated in 1st-6th embodiment.

  In addition, among the first to sixth embodiments, the embodiment in which the fourth symbol is not set is set in the same manner as the other embodiments, and the fourth symbol is set and synchronized with the third symbol (first symbol). It may be configured so as to be displayed in a variable manner (substantially synchronized).

  In addition, the fluctuation variation described in each of the first to sixth embodiments is not limited to the symbol fluctuation described above. Specifically, the size (scale) of the third symbol may be displayed with a change in size at a predetermined cycle, or may be configured to be rotated and displayed at a predetermined cycle, or at a predetermined cycle. You may comprise so that it may rotate and display only a predetermined angle.

  In addition, the display mode for notifying the temporary stop may be configured to display not only the above-described fluctuation of shaking but also the 3rd symbol itself to be stopped and display the 3rd symbol pattern and light / dark. Specifically, the third symbol may be stopped and displayed, and the pattern or character attached to the third symbol or the third symbol may be displayed in a predetermined variation mode. Moreover, you may comprise so that the lightness and darkness of a 3rd pattern may be switched repeatedly and displayed. In addition, it can be set in a dedicated display mode for notifying that the vehicle is temporarily stopped.

  In addition to the configuration described in the first to sixth embodiments, for example, the voice lamp control device 113 receives a final stop command for final stop of the third symbol from the main control device 110, and the display control device 114 receives the final stop command. When the display fixed stop display command is output, the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 determines the display mode of the fluctuation of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the determined timing. You may comprise so that a 3rd symbol may be displayed in a fixed stop by switching with the display mode which is the same as or approximate to the 3rd symbol currently displayed. By comprising in this way, the malfunction which gives a player the uncomfortable feeling that a 3rd symbol dynamically displays instantaneously at the time of a fixed stop of a 3rd symbol can be suppressed.

  In addition, when a driving device that operates well is arranged so that the fourth symbol displayed on the above-described third symbol display device 81 overlaps the front side of the third symbol display device 81, the operation of the driving device Accordingly, by moving and displaying the 4th symbol, the 4th symbol is concealed by the driving device, and it becomes difficult to visually recognize the problem. Thereby, it can be easily identified that the player is in the lottery game of the special symbol (being changed).

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, when the command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 and the command is received by the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 performs display control. A command to be transmitted to the device 114 is determined, and thereafter, the command is transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114. On the other hand, first, a command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the display control device 114, and when the command is received by the display control device 114, the display control device 114 determines a command to be transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. After that, the command may be transmitted from the display control device 114 to the sound lamp control device 113.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image controller 237 executes the process of transferring the image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the MPU 231 may directly access the character ROM 234, read image data from the character ROM 234, and transfer it to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. In this case, the image data read by the MPU 231 from the character ROM 234 is temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a, and then the MPU 231 determines whether the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is unused. If it is not used, the image data may be transferred from the buffer RAM 237a to the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236.

  In this case, whether or not the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is unused is determined by the image controller 237 accessing the resident video RAM 235 (that is, being used). And a normal video RAM access flag (not shown) indicating that the image controller 237 is accessing (ie, in use) the normal video RAM 236. ) In the image controller 237, and the MPU 231 may check the access flag corresponding to the transfer destination buffer RAM.

  Alternatively, a signal transmitted / received between the image controller 237 and the resident video RAM 235 or a signal transmitted / received between the image controller 237 and the normal video RAM 236 is monitored by the MPU 231, and the signal is resident from the state of the signal. It may be confirmed whether or not the video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are unused. Alternatively, when the image controller 237 starts access to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 or ends access, the MPU 231 notifies the MPU 231 of the information from time to time, so that the MPU 231 Based on the notification, it may be determined whether the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are unused.

  Alternatively, when the image controller 237 scans the third symbol display device 81, the MPU 231 confirms the driving state of the image controller 237 or notifies from the image controller 237 whether or not the scanning is in the blank period. If the scanning state is in the blank period, it may be determined that the video RAMs 235 and 236 are not used. As a result, the image controller 237 checks only the scanning state of the third symbol display device 81 and determines whether or not it is unused, so that the determination can be made easily.

  In this case, the MPU 231 also transfers transfer data that is not Null data at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e or the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d. When the information exists, the image data may be read from the character ROM 234 according to the transfer data information and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. Here, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is stored so that the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the normal video RAM 236 before drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table or the like. Since it is defined for a predetermined address, when image data is transferred in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table, when drawing a predetermined sprite according to the display data table or the like, the drawing of the sprite is performed. Therefore, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 and is required to be stored in the normal video RAM 236 can be stored. A predetermined sprite can be drawn based on the display data table using the image data stored in the normal video RAM 236.

  Note that the process of reading the image data from the character ROM 234 and transferring it to the normal video RAM 236 may be performed in a display main process executed by the MPU 231 or a loop of the main process. As a result, the MPU 231 can execute the image data transfer process by using the time during which the important process in the display control device 114 such as the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process is not performed. Further, since the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process are executed with priority over the display main process and the like, the MPU 231 can execute the image data without affecting the command interrupt process or the V interrupt process. The transfer process can be executed.

  In the above embodiment, the MPU 231 does not manage each video RAM using the addresses of the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236, but uses them in common with the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236. In the address system, a different address area may be assigned to each video RAM to manage each video RAM. In this way, the MPU 231 does not directly specify the video RAM (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) to be accessed from the image controller 237, but simply specifies the address, and the The image controller 237 can determine whether the designated area is for the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. That is, when designating the video RAM to be accessed and the address of the video RAM area from the MPU 231 to the image controller 237, it is only necessary to designate an address set in a common address system. It is possible to simplify the configuration of the instruction for performing the designation. For example, in the drawing list transmitted from the MPU 231 to the image controller 237, as the information indicating the storage location of the sprite data, the address set in a common address system is used without including the storage RAM type. Since it is only necessary to specify the storage destination address, the structure of the drawing list can be simplified.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the character ROM 234 is directly connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) to which the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 are connected has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. 237 may be directly connected. Also, a bridge circuit for converting the input / output specification of the character ROM 234 into the input / output specification of the mask ROM is provided, and the character ROM 234 is provided by connecting to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit. Also good.

  By providing this bridge circuit, the NAND flash memory 234a uses the existing image controller 237 or internal bus (bus line 240) designed on the assumption that a general mask ROM is used as the character ROM. The configured character ROM 234 can be connected. Even if the character ROM 234 is connected via the image controller 237 or a bridge circuit, the MPU 231 may be directly accessible to the character ROM 234.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and is configured by a large-capacity and inexpensive non-volatile storage means such as a hard disk. May be. Such a large-capacity and inexpensive storage means generally has a low reading speed, but the display control device 114 is configured as described in the above embodiment, so that an image can be displayed without any problem at a desired display time. be able to.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the NOR ROM 234d is provided in the character ROM 234 and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231 in the first program storage area 234d1 has been described. The first program storage area is provided in a memory constituted by a non-volatile storage medium capable of reading operation faster than the NAND flash memory 234a, and the MPU 231 first releases the system reset in the area. A part of the boot program to be executed may be stored. For example, instead of the NOR type ROM 234d, a FeRAM (Ferroelectric RAM), an MRAM (Magnetic Resistive RAM) or a PRAM (Phase change RAM) is provided in the character ROM 234, and a first program storage area is provided in the character ROM 234. A part of the boot program executed first may be stored.

  In the above embodiment, the first program storage area 234d1 is provided in the NOR-type ROM 234d connected to the internal bus (bus line 240), and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231 in the area. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a memory constituted by a non-volatile storage medium capable of performing a read operation at a higher speed than the NAND flash memory 234a is used as an internal bus (bus line 240). The first program storage area may be provided in the memory, and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is canceled in the MPU 231 may be stored in the area. For example, instead of the NOR-type ROM 234d, an FeRAM (Ferroelectric RAM), an MRAM (Magnetic Resistive RAM) or a PRAM (Phase change RAM) is provided in the internal bus (bus line 240), and a first program storage area is provided in the MPU 231. A part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released may be stored.

  In the above embodiment, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the address of the internal bus (bus line 240) is designated as “0000H”, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 is set in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, the case where data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address is read from the buffer RAM 234c and output to the MPU 231 via the internal bus (bus line 240) has been described. In contrast, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the power is supplied from the power supply device 115, the ROM controller 234b sets the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 in the buffer RAM 234c, and then When the ROM controller 234b detects that the address of the internal bus (bus line 240) is designated as “0000H”, data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address is read from the buffer RAM 234c, and the internal bus (bus line) is read. 240) may be output to the MPU 231. In this case, if the MPU 231 designates the address “0000H” for the internal bus (bus line 240) after releasing the system reset, is the boot program already stored in the first program storage area 234d1 set in the buffer RAM 234c? Since it is being set, the character ROM 234 can output the corresponding data (instruction code) with less delay after the address “0000H” is designated by the MPU 231. Accordingly, since the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, the MPU 231 can start the display main process in a short time. As a result, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 composed of the NAND flash memory 234a with a slow reading speed, the control of the auxiliary effect unit or the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 is immediately started. Can do.

  Further, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the address designated in the internal bus (bus line 240) designates the control program stored in the first program storage area 234d1, the first program storage area 234d1. The data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address may be read directly from the data and output to the MPU 231 via the internal bus (bus line 240). Thereby, the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, so that the display main process can be activated in the MPU 231 in a short time. As a result, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 composed of the NAND flash memory 234a with a slow reading speed, the control of the auxiliary effect unit or the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 is immediately started. Can do. In this case, the process of setting the control program (boot program) stored in the first program storage area 234d1 in the buffer RAM 234c may not be performed. Thereby, power consumption in the character ROM 234 can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 is provided connected to the image controller 237 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an internal bus (bus) to which the MPU 231, the character ROM 234, and the image controller 237 are connected. It may be provided directly connected to line 240). When the character ROM 234 is connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit, a resident video RAM 235 may be connected to the bridge circuit. If the resident video RAM 235 is configured to be connected to the bridge circuit, the resident video RAM 235 can be connected even if the existing image controller 237 or the internal bus (bus line 240) is not configured to be directly connectable to the resident video RAM 235. The RAM 235 can be easily provided in the display control device 114.

  In the above embodiment, the case where one resident video RAM 235 and one normal video RAM 236 are provided in the display control device 114 has been described, but the number of various video RAMs is not limited to this, and more A video RAM may be provided. Further, a plurality of resident video RAMs may be provided, and image data corresponding to images corresponding to various modes may be resident in each, and the resident video RAM to be used may be selected according to the mode.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are configured by a one-port type (one input / output port) DRAM has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A type of RAM may be used. As a result, writing to and reading from the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 can be performed at the same time. For example, the image data is read from the normal video RAM 236 and is read from the character ROM 234 while drawing the image. The process of writing the image data to the normal video RAM 236 can be performed in parallel. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the possibility that the drawing process is delayed due to the writing of the image data.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are configured by different memories has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and one RAM is divided into a resident area and a normal area. The same content as that of the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 may be stored in each area. When a resident area and a normal area are configured with one RAM, the input / output port of the memory is prevented from being occupied by read or write processing by one of the resident area and the normal area. It is desirable to use a multiport RAM.

  The type of image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 in the above embodiment is an example, and the type may be appropriately set according to the content of the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81. . In this case, at least resident image data corresponding to an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 immediately in response to a received command received from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113 or other input from the outside. Preferably it resides in the video RAM 235.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which a part of the image data stored in the character ROM 234 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235 and made resident. However, all the image data stored in the character ROM 234 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235. May be. In this case, since the image data stored in the non-resident character ROM 234 does not exist in the resident video RAM 235, the normal video RAM 236 is used as a dedicated memory for storing the drawing image data obtained by drawing by the image controller 237. May be.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the contents of the resident video RAM 235 are retained without being overwritten when the power is turned on has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and the main controller 110 or the sound lamp controller 113 is not limited thereto. The image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 may be overwritten and updated based on a predetermined trigger, such as when the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is greatly different based on the command received from Good. In this case, a predetermined transition image may be displayed as the transition period while the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed. Also, the image data corresponding to the transition image is stored in the resident video RAM 235 when the power is turned on, and is not updated even when other resident images are updated, and is continuously held in the resident video RAM 235. It may be left. In addition, while displaying the transition image, the MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 to read out newly resident image data, and the read image data is stored in the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM 237a. You may make it transfer during unused (namely, during the period when the image data corresponding to a transfer image is not read). Alternatively, while displaying the transition image, the MPU 231 transmits a transfer instruction (transfer data information) of image data to be newly resident to the image controller 237, and the image controller 237 transmits the transfer command (transfer). The image data to be resident is read from the character ROM 234 according to the data information) and transferred via the buffer RAM 237a while the resident video RAM 235 is not used (that is, during the period when the image data corresponding to the transition image is not read). You may make it do.

  When the resident video RAM 235 is updated, the image data corresponding to the transfer image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in advance, and the transfer image is stored in the normal video RAM 236 using the image data. You may make it display on the 3 symbol display apparatus 81. FIG. While the transition image is displayed, the MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 to read out the image data to be newly resident, and transfer the read out image data through the buffer RAM 237a. Also good. Alternatively, the image controller 237 that has received an instruction to transfer image data to be resident from the MPU 231 accesses the character ROM 234 to read out the image data to be newly resident, and transfers the read image data through the buffer RAM 237a. You may do it. By updating the contents of the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the transition image, the resident video RAM 235 can be updated without making the player feel uncomfortable.

  In the above embodiment, after all the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is resident, a RAM determination value for determining whether or not the data in the resident video RAM 235 is normal when the power failure is resolved is stored. Before starting to transfer main image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in the main display process or the main process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 after turning on, the RAM judgment value is checked, If the RAM determination value is a normal value, it means that the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is being stored normally. Therefore, the transfer of the image data to the resident video RAM 235 is not executed. You may comprise. In this case, the transfer of image data to the resident video RAM 235 may be disabled by turning off the simple image display flag. Accordingly, even when a system reset is input to the display control device 114 due to the occurrence of an instantaneous power failure and the execution of the display main process or the main process is started by the MPU 231, the data in the resident video RAM 235 is normally stored. If it is, image data can be prevented from being unnecessarily transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, and the time required for power recovery can be shortened. In particular, since the character ROM 234 is constituted by the character ROM 234a having a low reading speed, it takes a long time to transfer image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. On the other hand, if the RAM determination value is stored in the resident video RAM 235 as in this modification, and the data in the resident video RAM 235 remains normal due to a momentary power interruption or the like, it is necessary to transfer the image data. Since the time can be shortened, a normal effect image can be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Therefore, the player can start the game immediately. The RAM determination value may be a checksum value of image data stored in the resident video RAM 235, for example. Further, instead of the RAM determination value, the validity of the data may be determined based on whether or not the keyword written in a predetermined area of the resident video RAM 235 is correctly stored.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the buffer RAM 237a is provided in the image controller 237 has been described. For example, the buffer RAM may be configured alone and connected directly to the internal bus (bus line 240). When the character ROM 234 is connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit, a buffer RAM may be provided in the bridge circuit. Further, the resident video RAM 235 may be directly connected to the bridge circuit having the buffer RAM. In this case, since the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 connected to the bridge circuit to the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM provided in the bridge circuit, an internal bus (bus line 240) in which data signals are frequently exchanged. The transfer can be performed efficiently without being affected by the above.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the storage capacity of the buffer RAM 237a is one block of the NAND flash memory 234a has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and may be set as appropriate. For example, during the scanning period of the display screen of the 3rd symbol display device 81, during the period (blank period) of scanning on the blank area which is the scanning area other than the display area where the actual image is displayed, The storage capacity of the buffer RAM 237a may be a data capacity that can complete the transfer of image data from the RAM 237a to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. As a result, the transfer from the buffer RAM 237a to the image data to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 can be reliably performed by using the unused periods of the video RAMs 235 and 236 generated during the blank period. .

  In the above embodiment, the case where one buffer RAM 237a is provided has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and two or more buffer RAMs may be provided. In this case, while the image data read from the character ROM 234 is stored in one buffer RAM, the image data stored in another buffer RAM is transferred to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. It may be configured. In addition, while the area is divided into two or more in one buffer RAM and the image data read from the character ROM 234 is stored in one area, another area in which the image data is stored is stored. The image data may be transferred from the area to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. In any case, the writing of the image data read from the character ROM 234 to the buffer RAM and the transfer of the image data written to the buffer RAM to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 are performed in parallel. Processing time can be shortened.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 after power-on has been described. The corresponding image data may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on. Thus, the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used to transfer the image data to be resident from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image at power-on. can do. During this time, since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235, the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without monitoring the usage state of the resident video RAM 235. The transfer can be completed quickly, and the processing can be simplified.

  Similarly, in the above embodiment, the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation image area of the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 after power-on are performed on the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image. Although the case of transferring to 235b has been described, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on. Thus, the character ROM 234 displays the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image stored in the normal video RAM 236. Image data to be resident can be transferred to the resident video RAM 235. During this time, since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235, the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without monitoring the usage state of the resident video RAM 235. The transfer can be completed quickly, and the processing can be simplified.

  In the above embodiment, the case where image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM 237a has been described. Since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235 while the image data corresponding to is transferred, the image data corresponding to the main image when the power is turned on is not transferred from the character ROM 234 via the buffer RAM 237a. May be directly transferred to the main image area 235a when the power is turned on. The image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after power-on, and the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used. When the image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, for example, by displaying the main image, the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235. The image data to be resident may be directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Thereby, the transfer of the image data can be completed more quickly without using the buffer RAM 237a.

  Similarly, in the above embodiment, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 via the buffer RAM 237a to the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation of the resident video RAM 235. Although the case where the image data is transferred to the image area 235b has been described, the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235 while the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on and the fluctuation image at power-on is transferred. Image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a and power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Also good. The image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on, and the power-on main image and the power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 are stored. The resident video RAM 235 is transferred while the image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 by, for example, displaying an image upon power-on on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the fluctuating image. If the image data is not read from the image data, the image data to be resident may be directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Thereby, the transfer of the image data can be completed more quickly without using the buffer RAM 237a.

  In the above embodiment, when the frame button 22 is operated by the player, the back image change command and the frame button operation command are generated by the sound lamp control device 113, and the back image change command and the frame button are generated by the display control device 114. Although the case where the rear image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and the super-reaching effect mode are changed based on the operation command has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto. For example, the voice lamp control device 113 grasps the gaming state of the gaming machine 10 based on the content of the command received from the main control device 110, and according to the gaming state, for example, in accordance with the change of the gaming state, A back image change command or a game state command may be generated. Thereby, in the display control apparatus 114, based on the back image change command or the gaming state command, it is possible to change the rendering mode of the back image or super reach according to the gaming state. Further, the display control device 114 may directly grasp the gaming state of the gaming machine 10 and change the rear image and the super-reach effect according to the gaming state. Then, image data corresponding to at least a part of the rear image corresponding to the rear image after the change or the super reach of the effect mode after the change is resident in the rear image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. From the resident range, the rear image can be immediately displayed using the image data resident in the rear image area 235c.

  Further, the display control device 114 may change the back image according to the specifications of the display data table, the transfer data table, the additional data table, and the composite data table. In this case, the image data corresponding to the rear image after the change is configured to be transferred in advance from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 according to the transfer data information described in the transfer data table, the composite data table, and the display data table. May be. Here, when transferring the image data of the back image according to the transfer data information described in the transfer data table, the composite data table, and the display data table, the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 storing the original back image is stored. The transfer data information in the transfer data table may be defined so that a new back image is stored in the sub area. What is the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 in which the original back image is stored? The transfer data information of the transfer data table may be defined so that a new back image is stored in another area. In the latter case, when returning the back image to the original back image that was selected and displayed by the player, there is no need to transfer the image data corresponding to the original back image again. An increase in load can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the output signal of the vibration sensor is input to the sound lamp control device 113, and when a vibration error is detected by the sound lamp control device 113, an error command is transmitted to the display control device 114. Although the case where the display control device 114 immediately displays a warning image on the third symbol display device 81 has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and the output signal of the vibration sensor is input to the main control device 110 to The control device 110 may detect a vibration error and transmit an error command for notifying the error from the main control device 110 to either the sound lamp control device 113 or the display control device 114. When an error command is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 receives the error command and further transmits an error command notifying the display control device 114 of the error. May be.

  On the other hand, the output signal of the vibration sensor may be input to the display control device 114, and the display control device 114 may detect the presence or absence of a vibration error. When a vibration error is detected, the error occurrence flag is turned on, and the error determination flag corresponding to the vibration error is turned on to turn on the error occurrence flag in the display setting process (see FIG. 35). The warning image may be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81 by executing the warning image setting process (see FIG. 43) when the above is determined. In this case, this eliminates the need to send and receive an error command from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114, so that a warning image can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 earlier.

  Moreover, although the said embodiment demonstrated the case where the vibration sensor was attached to the back surface of the game board 13, it replaced with a vibration sensor or the magnet sensor was attached to the back surface of the game board 13 with a vibration sensor. Also good. This magnet sensor is a sensor for detecting the magnetic field applied to the game board in order to prevent the flow of the sphere from being changed by a magnetic field such as a magnet and intentionally entering the entrance. The output signal of the magnet sensor may be input to any of the main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113, and the display control device 114. When the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the main controller 110, if the main controller 110 determines that a magnetic field has been applied to the game board 13 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the magnetic field error is indicated. The error command to be transmitted may be transmitted from the main control device 110 to the display control device 114 via the sound lamp control device 113 or directly. Further, when the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the sound lamp control device 113, if it is determined that the magnetic lamp control device 113 has applied a magnetic field to the game board 13 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the magnetic field. An error command for reporting an error may be transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114. In the error message image area 235f of the resident video RAM 235 of the display control device 113, image data corresponding to the error message image for informing the magnetic field error by displaying on the third symbol display device 81 is resident. The display control device 113 may display the warning image on the third symbol display device 81 when an error command for transmitting a magnetic field error is received from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113. Further, when the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the display control device 110, if it is determined that the magnetic field is applied to the game board 13 by the display control device 114 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the display control device 113. May turn on the error occurrence flag and set the error type flag corresponding to the magnetic field error to on to display the warning image on the third symbol display device 81. Thus, when the display control device 114 receives the error command from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113 or grasps the occurrence of the magnetic field error based on the output signal from the magnet sensor, the display ROM 114 stores the character ROM 234. Even in the case of the NAND flash memory 234a, the error message image that notifies the magnetic field error without delay using the error message image resident in the error message image area 235f of the resident video RAM 235 is shown in FIG. It can be displayed on the display device 81. Therefore, when a magnetic field is applied to the game board by the player, the magnetic field error is immediately notified by the display of the error message image by the 3rd symbol display device 81. Can be deterred.

  When the drawing contents necessary for changing a part or all of the color tone in one effect are defined by the additional data table or the display data table, the additional data table or the display data table uses 1 in the third symbol display device 81. Corresponding to the address that represents the time (20 milliseconds in this embodiment) for displaying the image for the frame as one unit, at that time, the type of sprite whose color tone is changed, and the sprite after the change in the sprite It may define color information for specifying a color tone. Then, the MPU 231 designates the type of sprite whose color tone is changed to the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the additional drawing contents defined in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 452d, and the color tone after the change in the sprite. If the color information to be specified is specified, the color information of the corresponding sprite type specified in the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the drawing content specified in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d is displayed. A drawing list may be created by replacing the color information defined by the additional drawing contents of the data table. Accordingly, the image controller 237 can draw an image while changing the color tone of the sprite based on the color information defined by the additional data table.

  In addition, when the display data table defines the drawing content necessary to change and display the image displayed in one effect, the display data table displays an image for one frame in the third symbol display device 81. Is associated with the address expressed as one unit, and at that time, the sprite type to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed, and the new It may define drawing information of sprites to be displayed. The MPU 231 then replaces the sprite type to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed, at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the additional drawing content defined in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 452d, When the drawing information of the sprite to be newly displayed is specified, various sprites specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the drawing contents specified in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d Among them, instead of the sprite to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed and the drawing information of the sprite may be included in the drawing list. As a result, the image controller 237 can draw an image including a sprite to be newly displayed.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case has been described in which the transfer data information of the image data necessary for drawing the image according to the drawing content defined in the display data table is included in the display data table. Transfer data information (additional transfer data information) of image data required when an image is drawn according to the additional drawing content defined in the display data table may be included. In this case, the additional transfer data information is added in association with identification information (“addition effect 1”, “addition effect 2”, etc.) for identifying the additional displayable effect for each address. It may be defined together with the drawing content or separately from the additional drawing content. Then, when the MPU 231 determines an effect to be additionally displayed, the MPU 231 creates a drawing list including the additional drawing content and additional transfer data information associated with the identification information corresponding to the determined effect. You may comprise.

  As a result, the image controller 237 can transfer the image data of the sprite used for drawing according to the additional drawing content to the normal video RAM 236 in advance before the image data is used according to the drawing list. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the effect to be additionally displayed can be easily and reliably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Further, by using the additional transfer data information defined in the display data table, necessary image data can be transferred to the normal video RAM 236 while instructing to draw an image based on the additional drawing content. Many sprites can be drawn depending on the additional drawing content. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, various effects can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the above embodiment, in the display table corresponding to the variation pattern that allows the player to select a super reach, the drawing contents corresponding to all the super reach that can be selected by the player are defined in the display data table. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the drawing content corresponding to the selected super reach is added to the display data table. May be. Thereby, the drawing contents of the super reach selected by the player can be easily specified. Moreover, since it is not necessary to prescribe the drawing contents corresponding to all the super reach in the display data table, it is possible to suppress an increase in the data size of the display data table.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the display data table includes the drawing content and the transfer data information has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display data table defines the drawing content and the transfer data information. The additional drawing contents of the effects to be additionally displayed may be defined in the additional data table. In this case, the work RAM 233 may be provided with an additional data table buffer, and when an effect to be additionally displayed is determined, an additional data table corresponding to the effect may be set in the additional data table buffer. . Further, the additional data table may be defined to include not only the additional drawing content but also transfer data information (additional transfer data information) of image data necessary for image drawing performed according to the additional drawing content. Good. As a result, it is possible to specify the rendering content of the effect to be added and displayed using the additional data table and the transfer data information of the image necessary for the rendering. Compared with the case of specifying the drawing contents and transfer data information, the processing load required for the specification can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, the display control device 114 has been described with respect to the case where a display data table is prepared for each variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern command for display. A display data table is prepared for each element such as “change start-up”, “high-speed change”, “notice production”, “normal reach”, “super reach”, and according to the change pattern indicated in the display change pattern command. After identifying the elements necessary for the variation effect, the display data tables corresponding to the sheets necessary for the identified variation effect are combined into one, and a final periodic display data table corresponding to the variation pattern is generated. You may do it. In many cases, “change start-up”, “high-speed change”, “normal reach”, and the like are displayed in common to each change pattern. Therefore, the data table can be efficiently provided by making the variation effect as elements and preparing the display data table corresponding to each element.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which the display data table and the transfer data table use the common pointer 233f to specify the drawing content and transfer data information from the address indicated by the pointer 233f. On the other hand, a pointer may be prepared.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image controller 237 transmits a V interrupt signal to the MPU 231 at every display interval of one frame of image drawing processing (in the above embodiment, every 20 milliseconds) will be described. However, the image controller 237 may transmit the V interrupt signal to the MPU 231 every time the third symbol display device 81 is driven to display an image for one frame. The third symbol display device 81 is driven so that images for one frame are always displayed at regular time intervals (20 millisecond intervals). By transmitting, it is possible to keep accurate even without measuring the time interval.

  In the above embodiment, the image controller 237 specifies the frame buffer in which the rendered image is to be developed based on the rendering target buffer information transmitted from the MPU 231, and the image information previously developed from the other frame buffer. Is read out and transmitted to the third symbol display device 81. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and the image buffer 237 should develop the drawn image every time the image controller 237 receives the drawing list. May be alternately selected, and the previously developed image information may be read from a frame buffer different from the selected frame buffer and transmitted to the third symbol display device 81. Each time the image controller 237 transmits image information for one frame to the third symbol display device 81, the image controller outputs the image information to the third symbol display device 81 and the frame buffer in which the drawn image is to be developed. The frame buffer to be replaced may be replaced.

  In the above-described embodiment, after the confirmed display data table corresponding to the confirmed display effect is set in the display data table buffer 233d, from the main control device 110 via the audio lamp control device 113 until the confirmed display effect ends. When neither the variation pattern command (display variation pattern command) nor the demonstration command (display demonstration command) is received, the display data table for demonstration corresponding to the demonstration effect is set in the display data table buffer 233d. As explained above, a fixed display data table corresponding to the fixed display effect may be set in the display data table buffer 233d again. In this case, the final display effect is displayed until either the variation pattern command (display variation pattern command) or the demo command (display demonstration command) is received from the main control device 110 via the audio lamp control device 113. Each time it ends, the fixed display data table corresponding to the fixed display effect may be reset in the display data table buffer 233d. Thereby, until the variation pattern command or the demo command is received from the main control device 110, it is possible to continuously display the final display effect on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the demonstration effect is to change and display the back image and stop and display the third symbol composed of the main symbols without the numerals “0” to “9”, is not necessarily described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a third symbol composed of a main symbol with a number or a main symbol without a number may be stopped and displayed in a semi-transparent state. Alternatively, only the back image may be changed without displaying the third symbol. Moreover, you may display a character and back image completely different from the 3rd pattern and back image used by a variable display.

  In the above embodiment, after the power is turned on, the display control unit 114 first supplies image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a of the resident video RAM 235 and the power on. When the image data is transferred to the time-varying image area 235b, the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 after the transfer is completed, and the remaining image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. For example, the display control unit 114 first transfers only image data corresponding to the main image at power-on after the power is turned on from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at the time of power-on of the resident video RAM 235. After the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image data to be resident including the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Thereby, since the main image at the time of power-on can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 sooner after the power is turned on, the pachinko machine 10 can be used in an operation check in a player, a hall-related person or a factory at the time of manufacture. It can be immediately confirmed that the operation is started without any problem by turning on the power.

  In this case, the MPU 231 may monitor completion of transfer of image data corresponding to the power-on variation image to the power-on variation image area 235b. As a result, if a display variation pattern command is received from the audio lamp controller 113 after the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image is stored in the power-on variation image area 235b, the display variation pattern command is received. Based on the above, a simple variation display can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the variation image at power-on stored in the variation image area 235b at power-on. The image data corresponding to the power-on variation image is preferably transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b immediately after the power-on main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Thereby, it is possible to perform the change display by the change image at the time of power-on earlier.

  In the above embodiment, the display data table and the transfer data table correspond to the time represented by 20 milliseconds as one unit, and the content of the image to be rendered (rendering content) at that time and the data to be transferred at that time. Although the case of defining the image data information (transfer data information) has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and any display content may be defined at predetermined time intervals. This predetermined time interval may be set in accordance with the frame rate of the third symbol display device 81. For example, when the frame rate of the third symbol display device 81 is 30 fps, that is, when the third symbol display device 81 displays an image of 30 frames per second, the third symbol display device 81 is 1/30. Since an image of one frame is displayed every second, the display data table may define display contents every 1/30 second interval.

  Further, in the display data table, the sprite type to be drawn specified at predetermined time intervals is not indicated, but the address of the character ROM 234 in which image data corresponding to the sprite type is stored. May be defined. In the display control device 114, image data corresponding to the sprite type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is read from the character ROM 234. Therefore, the character ROM 234 stores image data of the sprite type in association with each sprite type. I manage the address. Therefore, in the display data table, if the address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data corresponding to the sprite type is defined as the display content defined at each predetermined time interval, the sprite is associated with each sprite type. Since it is not necessary to manage both the information for specifying the address and the address of the character ROM 234, the processing load can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, the stored image data determination flag 233i is provided in the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114, and for each sprite, it is stored whether or not the corresponding image data is stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. Although the case has been described, instead of this, information indicating the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a may be stored in the work RAM 233. In this case, when the MPU 231 instructs to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type, the MPU 231 refers to the information indicating the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a stored in the work RAM 233, and the predetermined image data Is already stored in the image storage area 236a, and if not, an instruction to transfer image data of the predetermined sprite type may be set. When the MPU 231 sets an instruction to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type, the MPU 231 stores information indicating the sprite type for which the transfer instruction is set in the work RAM 233 and also stores image data of the sprite type. The information indicating the sprite type stored in the sub area of the image storage area 236a may be deleted.

  In the above embodiment, when image data of a predetermined sprite type is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, the image data of the sprite type is stored in the normal video RAM 236 based on the stored image data determination flag 233i. In the normal video RAM 236, if the image data of the predetermined sprite type is stored, the MPU 231 performs the process of not executing the transfer process. The processing may be performed by the image controller 237. In this case, a flag equivalent to the stored image data determination flag 233i is prepared in the work RAM provided in the image controller 237, and whether or not the corresponding image data is stored in the normal video RAM 236 for each sprite. It may be memorized. The work RAM provided in the image controller 237 may store the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. In this case, if it is necessary to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, the MPU 231 sends the image controller 237 to the image controller 237 regardless of the storage state of the image data in the normal video RAM 236. On the other hand, the transfer data information of the image data may be transmitted.

  In the above embodiment, the case where only the image data corresponding to “Back A” among the plurality of back images is made resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235 has been described, but the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto. Image data corresponding to two or more back images may be resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. For example, the image data of the back image used in some super reach may be resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. In particular, the image data transfer process from the character ROM 737 to the normal video RAM 536 is executed by making the rear image of the super reach that is expected to appear frequently or high appear in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. Can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the transfer data table or the display data table defines the image data transfer command in association with the address indicated by the pointer 233f, and the MPU 231 receives the transfer command at a predetermined time specified by the display pointer. In the above description, the image controller 237 is controlled to transfer the image data instructed in the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display data is displayed at the top of the display data table. Information on the sprite type required in the table is described. Based on the information described at the top of the display data table, the MPU 231 transfers the required image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. Controller 237 may be controlled. Alternatively, based on the command received from the sound lamp control device 113, the MPU 231 determines the sprite type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in response to the command, and the image data of that image type is normally sent from the character ROM 234. The image controller 237 may be controlled to transfer to the video RAM 236 for use.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which the color tone of a part of the image changes with time on the back surface C, which is the back image of the “island stage”. Good. In addition, the back image is not limited to scrolling or changing in color as time passes. In addition, instead of such back image, an object (for example, a person) that appears over time is displayed. It may be something that moves or changes.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the continuous notice effect is also executed on the third symbol display device 81 where the variation effect is performed has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko machine 10 includes the third symbol display device 81 and Even if the fourth notice display device is provided and the fourth symbol is displayed on the fourth symbol display device together with the variation effect executed by the third symbol display device 81, the continuous notice effect is executed. Good. In this case, the control of the fourth symbol display device may be performed by the display control device 114 or by the sound lamp control device 113. Moreover, the continuous notice effect may be executed by providing the accessory that operates according to various effects in the pachinko machine 10 and operating the accessory in a predetermined manner together with the variable effect. Further, the continuous warning effect may be executed by outputting the voice for the continuous warning effect from the voice output device 226 of the pachinko machine 10 under the control of the voice lamp control device 113, and the lighting unit of the pachinko machine 10 The continuous notice effect may be executed by turning on or blinking 29 to 33 together with the variable effect.

  As a result, every time a variation effect is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (and the 1st symbol display device 37), the symbols are continuously displayed on the 4th symbol display device, or the accessory operates in a predetermined manner. Or a sound is output from the sound output device 226, or the lighting units 29 to 33 are turned on or blinking, so that the player can have a big hit expectation. In addition, the player usually keeps on playing the game while paying attention to the 3rd symbol display device 81 where the variation effect is performed, but the 4D symbol display device other than the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays the symbol. Since the continuous notice effect is performed by the operation of the accessory, the sound output from the sound output device 226, or the lighting / flashing of the lighting units 29 to 33, an effect different from the normal effect is performed for the player. Can be easily recognized. In addition, the continuous notice effect is easily continued by simple control such as display of a symbol by the fourth symbol display device, operation of an accessory, sound output from the sound output device 226, or lighting / flashing of the lighting units 29 to 33. A notice effect can be performed.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the variation effect is executed, the case where the high-speed variation is displayed in which all the symbols Z1 to Z3 are scrolled at such a high speed that the player cannot visually recognize is displayed. All the symbols Z1 to Z3 may be reduced and displayed so as not to be visually recognized, or all the symbols Z1 to Z3 may be displayed as snow noise-like images in which many white dots are randomly displayed.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which one first entrance 64 is provided in the game board 13 where a special symbol jackpot lottery starts when a ball enters, but this is not necessarily the case. The game board 13 may be provided with a plurality of (for example, two) first entrances where the entrance is detected independently and the jackpot lottery is started. In this case, when there is a holding at each first entrance, the number of held balls command transmitted from the main controller 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 indicates which of the first entrances is holding. Information may be included. Moreover, even if the fluctuation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 when the fluctuation starts is included, information indicating which fluctuation effect is held by which first entrance is included. Good. Thus, in the sound lamp control device 113, when a reserved ball number counter is prepared for each first entrance and a received ball number command is received, the first ball indicated by the held ball number command is displayed. When the number of held balls is set in the held ball number counter for the mouth and a variation pattern command is received, the first ball opening port can be obtained by decrementing the number of held balls counter for the first ball entry indicated by the variation pattern command by one. The number of held balls can be counted every time.

  In the above embodiment, each time the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is updated in the main control device 110 (that is, when the value is increased or decreased), the reserved ball number command is controlled by the main control. Although the case of transmitting from the device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. For example, only when the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c increases in the main controller 110, the reserved number command is transmitted from the main controller 110 to the voice lamp controller 113. In addition, the voice lamp control device 113 is configured to decrease the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a by 1 when the fluctuation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 is received. As a result, the number of times the main control device 110 transmits the hold number command to the sound lamp control device 113 and the number of times that the sound lamp control device 113 receives the hold number command can be reduced. The control burden on the sound lamp control device 113 can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, each command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 issues a display instruction to the display control device 114. A command may be directly transmitted from the control device 110 to the display control device 114. In addition, an audio lamp control device may be connected to the display control device, and a command instructing the output of each sound and the lighting of the lamp may be transmitted from the display control device to the audio lamp control device. Furthermore, the sound lamp control device and the display control device may be configured as one control device. When the sound lamp control device and the display control device are configured as one control device, instead of a command generated by the sound lamp control device 113 such as an error occurrence command and notified to the display control device 114, a continuous notice flag or an error occurrence is generated. Various flags such as a flag are generated. Based on the flag, the display data table and the transfer data table are set in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table buffer 233e, and various image data such as a warning image is generated. Or a transfer instruction of necessary image data may be set.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is configured that each of the winning at the first entrance 64 and the passing through the second entrance 67 is held up to 4 times at maximum, but the maximum number of held balls is limited to 4 times. It may be set to 3 times or less, or 5 times or more (for example, 8 times). Further, the number of reserved balls in the variable display based on the winning at the first entrance 64 is numerically in a part of the third symbol display device 81, or the area divided into four is the number of reserved balls. It may be displayed in a different mode (for example, color or lighting pattern), and a light emitting member such as a lamp is provided separately from the first symbol display device 37, and the number of reserved balls is notified by the light emitting member. You may comprise.

  In addition, as shown in the above embodiment, the variable display, which is a kind of dynamic display, is not limited to the one that scrolls the symbol as identification information in the vertical direction on the display screen of the third symbol display device 81. It may be performed by moving and displaying a symbol along a predetermined route such as a direction or an L shape. Further, the dynamic display of the identification information is not limited to the variable display of the symbol. The effect display etc. which are displayed are also included. In this case, one or more characters are used as the third symbol.

  Further, the present invention may be implemented in a pachinko machine of a type different from the above embodiment. For example, once a big hit, a pachinko machine that raises the expected value of the big hit until a big hit state occurs (for example, two times or three times) including that (for example, a two-time right item, a three-time right item) May also be implemented. Further, after the jackpot symbol is displayed, it may be implemented as a pachinko machine that generates a special game that gives a player a predetermined game value on the condition that a ball is won in a predetermined area. Further, the present invention may be implemented in a pachinko machine that has a special area such as a V-zone and has a special gaming state as a necessary condition for winning a ball in the special area. Further, in addition to the slot machine and the pachinko machine, the present invention may be implemented as various game machines such as an alepacchi, a sparrow ball, a game machine in which a so-called pachinko machine and a slot machine are integrated.

  As a specific example of a gaming machine in which a pachinko machine and a slot machine are integrated, a display device that displays a fixed display of symbols after variably displaying a symbol string composed of a plurality of symbols is provided, and a handle for ball launching is not provided. Things. In this case, after throwing a predetermined amount of spheres based on a predetermined operation (button operation), for example, the change of the symbol is started due to the operation of the operation lever, for example, due to the operation of the stop switch, or With the passage of time, the variation of the symbol is stopped, and a special game that gives a predetermined game value to the player is generated on the condition that the determined symbol at the time of stoppage is a so-called jackpot symbol. In this case, a large amount of balls are paid out to the lower tray. If such a gaming machine is used in place of a slot machine, only a ball can be handled as a gaming value in the gaming hall. Therefore, the gaming value seen in the current gaming hall where pachinko machines and slot machines are mixed Problems such as the burden on equipment due to the separate handling of medals and balls and restrictions on the location of the gaming machine can be solved.

  The concept of various inventions included in the above-described embodiment in addition to the gaming machine of the present invention is shown below.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the success / failure determination means for executing the determination of the success / failure of the game, the display means capable of displaying the identification information that can identify the determination result of the success / failure by the success / failure determination means, and the identification displayed on the display means In a gaming machine having display control means for dynamically displaying information in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and then displaying the information in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result, the dynamic display The mode includes a first temporary stop display period in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeatedly in a regular dynamic display mode, and a predetermined period until the set time. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set. Gaming machine A1, characterized in that the at it.

  According to the gaming machine A1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the display unit displays identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful. After the identification information displayed on the display unit is dynamically displayed in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set, a fixed stop display mode indicating the determination result is displayed by the display control unit. The dynamic display mode is a first temporary stop display period in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the regular dynamic display mode is repeatedly stopped at regular intervals. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period in which the identification information is temporarily stopped and displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set. Yes. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine A1, the gaming machine A1 includes time management means for instructing the display control means to display the identification information in the fixed display mode based on the elapse of the set time, and the display control means On the basis of an instruction from the management means, the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode. On the other hand, if there is no instruction from the time management means even after the set time has elapsed, the identification information is displayed as the first temporary information. A gaming machine A2 that is displayed in a stop display mode or a second temporary stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine A2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine A1, the following effects are achieved. In other words, the time management means instructs the display control means to display the identification information in a fixed display mode based on the elapse of the set time. Based on the instruction from the time management means, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in a fixed stop display mode. On the other hand, if there is no instruction from the time management means even after the set time has elapsed, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in the first temporary stop display mode or the second temporary stop display mode. Thereby, even when the set time has elapsed, even when the identification information is not displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to indicate to the player that the player is temporarily stopped. Therefore, the trouble which confuses a player can be suppressed.

  Main control means for executing main control of the game, and slave control means for executing control of the game based on a control signal from the main control means, wherein the main control means determines whether or not the game is successful A dynamic display mode determining unit for determining a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time for dynamically displaying identification information indicating the determination result of the correctness determination of the correctness determination unit is determined; Stop display means for notifying the slave control means of stop timing of dynamic display of the identification information displayed on the display means, and the slave control means is a dynamic display mode of the master control means. Based on the dynamic display mode determined by the determining unit, the display control unit for displaying the dynamic display mode on the display unit, and the identification information in advance based on the notification from the stop display unit of the main control unit. Defined fixed stop display A first stop display that indicates that the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. The identification information is displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode for a predetermined period including the first temporary stop display mode displayed in the mode and the set time. A gaming machine A3 having at least a temporary stop period having two temporary stop display periods.

  According to the gaming machine A3, main control of the game is executed by the main control means. Based on the control signal from the main control means, control of the game is executed by the sub control means. In the main control means, whether the game is successful or not is executed by the success / failure determining means. The dynamic display mode determination unit determines a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time for dynamically displaying the identification information indicating the determination result of the determination unit is determined. The stop display means notifies the slave control means of the stop timing of the dynamic display of the identification information displayed on the display means. Based on the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit of the main control unit, the sub control unit causes the display control unit to display the dynamic display mode on the display unit. Based on the notification from the stop display means of the main control means, the identification information is stopped and displayed by the fixed stop means in a predetermined fixed stop display mode. The dynamic display mode includes a first temporary stop display period and a set time for displaying the identification information in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeatedly in a regular cycle. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set for a predetermined period. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the success / failure determination means for executing the determination of the success / failure of the game, the display means capable of dynamically displaying the identification information that can identify the determination result of the success / failure by the success / failure determination means, A display control means for displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result after dynamically displaying the identification information in a dynamic display mode set with a predetermined set time. In the dynamic display mode, the identification information is displayed until the set time elapses in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the regular dynamic display mode is repeatedly stopped at regular intervals. A temporary stop period having at least a temporary stop period and a second temporary stop period displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode after the set time has elapsed is set. Is Wherein the display control unit, a game machine, characterized in that the identification information in the second temporary stop period is intended to be displayed at the determined stop display mode B1.

  According to the gaming machine B1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is dynamically displayed on the display unit. After the identification information displayed on the display means is dynamically displayed in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set, the identification information is displayed by the display control unit in a fixed stop display mode indicating a result of the determination of success / failure. In the dynamic display mode, the first temporary stop is displayed until the set time elapses in the first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating the regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop period displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode after the set time has elapsed is set. The display control means displays the identification information in the fixed stop display mode during the second temporary stop period. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine B1, auxiliary information display means capable of dynamically displaying auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that a lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination means. Auxiliary information display control for confirming and stopping the auxiliary identification information in a predetermined auxiliary fixed stop display mode after the display control means continues the dynamic display until the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode. And a gaming machine B2.

  According to the gaming machine B2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine B1, the following effects are achieved. That is, the auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that the lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination unit is dynamically displayed on the auxiliary information display unit. After the display control unit continues the dynamic display until the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, the auxiliary identification information is fixedly displayed by the auxiliary information display control unit in a predetermined auxiliary fixed stop display mode. Thereby, even when the identification information is temporarily stopped, the auxiliary identification information is dynamically displayed, so that it can be easily understood that the identification information is temporarily stopped. Therefore, it can suppress giving a confusion to a player.

  In the gaming machine B1 or B2, a temporary stop transition means for shifting from the first temporary stop period to the second temporary stop period based on the elapse of the set time, and a predetermined time after the set time elapses. Time management means for notifying the passage of the predetermined time to the display control means and the auxiliary information display control means based on the fact that the time has elapsed, the display control means from the time management means Based on the notification, the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, and the auxiliary information display control means displays the auxiliary identification information on the auxiliary fixed stop based on the notification from the time management means. A gaming machine B3 that is displayed in a display mode.

  According to the gaming machine B3, in addition to the effects produced by the gaming machine B1 or B2, the following effects are produced. That is, based on the elapse of the set time, the temporary stop transition means shifts from the first temporary stop period to the second temporary stop period. Based on the elapse of the predetermined period from the elapse of the set time, the elapse of the predetermined period is notified to the display control means and the auxiliary information display control means by the time management means. Based on the notification from the time management means, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in a fixed stop display mode. Based on the notification from the time management means, the auxiliary identification information is displayed by the auxiliary information display means in the auxiliary fixed stop display mode. Thereby, the fixed stop timing of identification information and auxiliary identification information can be matched more. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the player from feeling uncomfortable due to deviation of the fixed stop timing.

  The main control means for executing the game control, the slave control means for executing the game control based on the control signal from the main control means, and the main control means determine whether or not the game is successful based on the establishment of the lottery condition. A determination unit for executing the determination, a dynamic display mode determination unit for determining the dynamic display mode of the identification information indicating the determination result of the determination by the determination unit, and the dynamic display determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit And a time management means for notifying the slave control means that the setup time has passed, based on the fact that the set time set in the mode has elapsed. The display control means for dynamically displaying the identification information on the display means in the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination means of the main control means, and the set time is notified from the time management means of the main control means. That Accordingly, the display is different from the confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information in a predetermined fixed stop display mode, and the identification information indicating that it is during the lottery game for notifying the result of the success / failure determination by the success / failure determination means. In a gaming machine having auxiliary information display control means for dynamically displaying auxiliary identification information configured in an aspect on auxiliary information display means, the identification information is regularly displayed in a constant cycle in the dynamic display aspect. The first temporary stop display period to be displayed in the first temporary stop display mode indicating that the temporary display is repeated to repeat the dynamic display mode and the predetermined period including the set time, the fixed stop than the first temporary stop display mode. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that approximates the display mode is set, and the display control means is configured to stop the fixed stop means. Based on the fact that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped, the auxiliary information display control means is notified that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stopping means, and the auxiliary information display control means, The auxiliary identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined auxiliary information fixed stop display mode based on the notification that the identification information has been fixed and stopped by the display control means. Game machine C1.

  According to the gaming machine C1, game control is executed by the main control means. Based on the control signal from the main control means, control of the game is executed by the sub control means. In the main control means, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the dynamic display mode determination means determines the dynamic display mode of the identification information indicating the result of the success / failure determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful. Based on the elapse of the set time set in the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit, the time management unit notifies the slave control unit that the set time has elapsed. The On the other hand, in the slave control means, the identification information is dynamically displayed on the display means by the display control means in the dynamic display manner determined by the dynamic display manner determining means of the main control means. Based on the notification of the set time from the time management means of the main control means, the identification information is stopped and displayed by the fixed stop means in a predetermined fixed stop display mode. Auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that the lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination unit is dynamically displayed on the auxiliary information display unit by the auxiliary information display control unit. The dynamic display mode includes a first temporary stop display period and a set time in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeating a regular dynamic display mode. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set for a predetermined period. . Based on the fact that the identification information is confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stop means, the display control means notifies the auxiliary information display control means that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stop means. Based on the notification that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the display control means, the auxiliary identification information is stopped and displayed by the auxiliary information display means in a predetermined auxiliary information confirmation stop display mode. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. In addition, since the auxiliary identification information is confirmed and stopped at the timing when the identification information is confirmed and stopped, the confirmation stop timing of the identification information and the auxiliary identification information can be matched more. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine C1, the slave control means includes a first slave control means for executing game control based on a control signal from the master control means, and a game based on a slave control signal from the first slave control means. Second slave control means for executing the control of the second slave control means, wherein the first slave control means has the auxiliary information display control means, and the second slave control means has the display control means. A gaming machine C2 characterized by being a thing.

  According to the gaming machine C2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine C1, the following effects are achieved. That is, in the sub control means, the game control is executed by the first sub control means based on the control signal from the main control means. Based on the slave control signal from the first slave control means, game control is executed by the second slave control means. The first slave control means has auxiliary information display control means. The second slave control means has the display control means. Thereby, the control loads of the first slave control means and the second slave control means can be reduced. Therefore, the control time required for game processing can be shortened by reducing the control load in the game.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful, a display unit capable of displaying identification information for identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit, and the identification displayed on the display unit A temporary stop period including the set time in which information is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle In a gaming machine having display control means for displaying with the identification information indicating the success / failure determination result after dynamically displaying in the dynamic display mode set in accordance with the fact that the set time has elapsed A time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has passed, and the provisional time based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means. A confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display form similar to a specific display form displayed at a predetermined timing of the stop display form, and when the passage of the set time is notified by the time management means, Delay means for delaying the stop display by the fixed stop means until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode when the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not a preset specific display mode; , A gaming machine D1 characterized by the above.

  According to the gaming machine D1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is displayed on the display unit. A setting for displaying the identification information displayed on the display means in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. After dynamic display is performed in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the result of the determination. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. Based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means, the fixed stop means makes a fixed stop in the fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. When the elapsed time of the set time is notified by the time management means, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the preset specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed in the specific display mode. In the meantime, it is delayed by the delay means. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine D1, the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the passage of the set time.

  According to the gaming machine D2, in addition to the effects played by the gaming machine D1, the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the passage of the set time. When it is determined and stopped at the elapsed timing, the identification information can be smoothly stopped in the fixed stop display mode, and the game process can be executed efficiently.

  In the gaming machine D1 or the gaming machine D2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle or less of the temporary stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine D3, in addition to the effect produced by the gaming machine D1 or D2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle or less of the temporary stop display mode, so that the delay time is further shortened. It is possible to suppress the inconvenience of being delayed more than the set time.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful, a display unit capable of displaying identification information for identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit, and the identification displayed on the display unit. A temporary stop period including the set time in which information is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle In the gaming machine having the display control means for displaying in the fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result after the dynamic display in the dynamic display mode set is set to the dynamic display mode Display management means for notifying that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time has been displayed, and the display control means that the set time has passed based on the set time having passed. A temporary stop display based on the notification of time setting means elapses from the time management means to notify that the set time has elapsed and the display management means has indicated that the setting display mode has been displayed. A game machine D4, comprising: a confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information displayed in the form in the confirmation stop display form.

  According to the gaming machine D4, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is displayed on the display unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. After dynamic display in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the determination result. The display management means notifies that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the dynamic display mode is displayed. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. The set time is notified from the time management means, and the identification information displayed in the temporary stop display form is confirmed in the fixed stop display form based on the notification that the setting display form is displayed by the display management means. A fixed stop is made by the stopping means. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine D4, the fixed stop means forcibly, when no notification is received from the display management means even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The gaming machine D5 is characterized in that the identification information is stopped and displayed in the fixed stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine D5, in addition to the effects produced by the gaming machine D4, the following effects are produced. In other words, the confirmation stop means forcibly identifies the identification information in the confirmation stop display mode when there is no notification from the display management means even after a predetermined time has passed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The stop display is made by the fixed stop means. Accordingly, it is possible to suppress a problem that the identification information is not fixedly stopped even if the set time is greatly exceeded. Therefore, the identification information is not confirmed and stopped, and the trouble that confuses the player can be suppressed.

  One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, wherein the gaming machine is a pachinko gaming machine. Above all, the basic configuration of a pachinko gaming machine is provided with an operation handle, and a ball is launched into a predetermined game area according to the operation of the operation handle, and the ball is placed in an operation port disposed at a predetermined position in the game area. As a necessary condition for winning a prize (or passing through the operating port), the identification information dynamically displayed on the display device is confirmed and stopped after a predetermined time. In addition, when a special gaming state occurs, a variable winning device (specific winning opening) disposed at a predetermined position in the gaming area is opened in a predetermined manner so that a ball can be won, and a value corresponding to the number of winnings is obtained. Examples include those to which values (including data written on magnetic cards as well as premium balls) are given.

  One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, wherein the gaming machine is a slot machine. Above all, the basic configuration of the slot machine is “equipped with variable display means for confirming and displaying the identification information after dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information, and for operating the starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). As a result, the dynamic display of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (stop button) or after a predetermined time has elapsed. The game machine is provided with special game state generating means for generating a special game state advantageous to the player on the condition that the confirmed identification information is specific identification information. In this case, examples of the game media include coins and medals.

  One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, the gaming machine is a combination of a pachinko gaming machine and a slot machine. Among them, the basic configuration of the merged gaming machine includes “a variable display means for confirming and displaying the identification information after dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information, and a starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). Due to the operation of the identification information, the change of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the operation means for stop (for example, the stop button) or when a predetermined time elapses. Special game state generating means for generating a special game state advantageous to the player on the condition that the fixed identification information at the time of stoppage is specific identification information, and using a ball as a game medium, and the identification information The game machine is configured such that a predetermined number of balls are required at the start of the dynamic display, and a large number of balls are paid out when the special gaming state occurs.

10 Pachinko machines (game machines)
81 3rd symbol display device (display means)
113 Sound lamp control means (secondary control means)
114 Display control device (display control means)
201 MPU (win / fail judgment means)
S209 (time management means)
S307, S309 (dynamic display mode determining means)
S3011 (Fixed stop means)
S3030 (delay means)
S3220 (display management means)

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko machine.

  Conventionally, in the gaming machine that displays the left, middle, and right special symbols in a variable manner and notifies the game success / failure determination result, after the special symbols are variably displayed, it is temporarily stopped until the final stop, A game machine that is configured to maintain the expectation of the game by causing the player to have a strong sense of expectation as if the display of fluctuation continues further until just before the end of the fluctuation is proposed. ing.

JP 2002-153640 A

  In this type of pachinko machine, there is a problem that the display of the swinging variation causes variations in the stop mode at the end of the variation, causing the player to feel uncomfortable when the variation is stopped.

  The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-described problems and the like, and provides a gaming machine that alleviates the player from feeling uncomfortable in the game.

  In order to achieve this object, the gaming machine according to claim 1 is configured to identify whether or not the game is successful by determining whether or not the game is successful based on the establishment of the lottery condition, and the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the success / failure determining means. A predetermined setting time is set for the identification information displayed on the display means and the identification information displayed on the display means, and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. Display control means for displaying the identification information indicating the determination result after dynamic display in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including the set time to be displayed is displayed in the temporary stop display mode. And a time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has elapsed based on the set time elapses, and that the set time has elapsed from the time management means. Based on what is known, the stoppage for displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display mode similar to the specific display mode displayed at a predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode, and the setting by the time management unit When the passage of time is notified, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. And a delay means for delaying.

  According to the gaming machine of the first aspect, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is correct is displayed on the display unit. A setting for displaying the identification information displayed on the display means in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. After dynamic display is performed in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the result of the determination.

  Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. Based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means, the fixed stop means makes a fixed stop in the fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. When the lapse of the set time is notified by the time management means, when the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. Meanwhile, it is delayed by the delay means.

  Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, there is an effect that it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

It is a front view of the pachinko machine in a 1st embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in the first embodiment. It is a rear view of the pachinko machine in a 1st embodiment. (A) is the figure which showed typically the area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen in 1st Embodiment, (b) is the figure which illustrated the actual display screen in 1st Embodiment. . (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the flow of the fluctuation fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed in detail the flow about the fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol in 1st Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the outline | summary of the various counters in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the correspondence of the 1st hit type counter C2 in 1st Embodiment and the jackpot type in a special symbol, (b) is 2nd hit in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically the correspondence of the random number counter C4 and the hit in a normal symbol. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 1st Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the drawing list | wrist in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interruption process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the special symbol change start process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the normal symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the through gate passage process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the NMI interruption process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the starting process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main process performed by MPU in the main controller in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the starting process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 1st Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. It is the flowchart which showed the fluctuation | variation display setting process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the boot process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the command interruption process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which shows the V interruption processing. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the change pattern command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing stop type command processing. It is the flowchart which showed the error command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the warning image setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the transfer setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment, (b) is performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the resident image transfer setting process. It is the flowchart which showed the normal image transfer setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the drawing process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 1st Embodiment. (A) is the figure which showed typically the area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is the figure which illustrated the actual display screen in 2nd Embodiment. . (A)-(i) is the schematic diagram which showed typically the flow of the fluctuation fluctuation | variation at the time of the fluctuation | variation stop of the special symbol in 2nd Embodiment. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol in 2nd Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the pachinko machine in 2nd Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 4th confirmation command transmission process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the special symbol change start process performed by MPU in the main controller in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. (A) is the flowchart which showed the 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 2nd Embodiment, (b) is the inside of the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the fluctuation pattern command process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 2nd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 3rd Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 3rd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process performed by MPU in the main controller in 3rd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 3rd Embodiment, (b) is the inside of the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 3rd Embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in 4th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachinko machine in 4th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviation confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. It is the flowchart which showed the display command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the deviating 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control treatment in 4th Embodiment, (b) is in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the jackpot 4th definite command reception process performed by MPU of. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. (A) is the flowchart which showed the display removal confirmation command reception process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a display jackpot confirmation command reception process executed by. (A) is the flowchart which showed the error notification 1 command process for a display performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment, (b) is MPU in the display control apparatus in 4th Embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing a display error notification 3 command reception process executed by. It is the figure which showed the timing chart of the variation pattern of the 3rd pattern in 5th Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the fluctuation | variation display data table in 5th Embodiment. It is the schematic diagram which showed typically an example of the transfer data table in 5th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 5th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachinko machine in 6th Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the main process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the symbol determination process performed by MPU in the audio | voice lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display command determination process performed by MPU in the audio lamp control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the command determination process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the display setting process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the pointer update process performed by MPU in the display control apparatus in 6th Embodiment.

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, FIG. 2 is a front view of a game board 13 of the pachinko machine 10, and FIG. 3 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 10.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 includes an outer frame 11 having an outer shell formed of a wooden frame combined in a substantially rectangular shape, and an outer frame 11 having substantially the same outer shape as the outer frame 11. And an inner frame 12 supported to be openable and closable. In order to support the inner frame 12, metal hinges 18 are attached to the outer frame 11 at two upper and lower portions on the left side when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1). The frame 12 is supported so as to be openable and closable to the front front side.

  A game board 13 (see FIG. 2) having a large number of nails, winning holes 63, 64 and the like is detachably mounted on the inner frame 12 from the back side. A ball ball game is performed when the ball flows down the front surface of the game board 13. The inner frame 12 has a ball launch unit 112a (see FIG. 8) that launches a ball to the front area of the game board 13 and a launch that guides the ball launched from the ball launch unit 112a to the front area of the game board 13. A rail (not shown) or the like is attached.

  On the front side of the inner frame 12, a front frame 14 that covers the upper side of the front surface and a lower dish unit 15 that covers the lower side of the front frame 14 are provided. In order to support the front frame 14 and the lower dish unit 15, metal hinges 19 are attached to two upper and lower portions on the left side when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), and the side on which the hinges 19 are provided is used as an opening / closing axis. 14 and the lower pan unit 15 are supported so as to be openable and closable toward the front front side. The locking of the inner frame 12 and the locking of the front frame 14 are respectively released by inserting a dedicated key into the key hole 21 of the cylinder lock 20 and performing a predetermined operation.

  The front frame 14 is assembled with decorative resin parts, electrical parts, and the like, and a window part 14c that is formed in an approximately elliptical shape is provided at a substantially central part thereof. A glass unit 16 having two plate glasses is disposed on the back side of the front frame 14, and the front surface of the game board 13 can be seen on the front side of the pachinko machine 10 through the glass unit 16.

  On the front frame 14, an upper plate 17 that stores balls is formed in a substantially box shape that protrudes forward and the upper surface is opened, and prize balls and rental balls are discharged to the upper plate 17. The bottom surface of the upper plate 17 is formed to be inclined downward to the right when viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), and the sphere thrown into the upper plate 17 is guided to the ball launch unit 112a by the inclination. A frame button 22 is provided on the upper surface of the upper plate 17. The frame button 22 is used by the player when, for example, the background of the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (see FIG. 2) described later is changed or the content of the effect of super reach is changed. Operated.

  On the other hand, the 3rd symbol display device 81 is configured to display a selection screen for a super reach effect mode during normal reach when the normal reach effect is started and the normal reach is developed to the super reach. When the frame button 22 is operated by the player while the selection screen is displayed, the contents of the effect at the time of super reach are changed.

  The front frame 14 is provided with light emitting means such as various lamps around it (for example, a corner portion). These light-emitting means play a role of enhancing the effect of the game during the game by changing or controlling the light-emitting mode by turning on or flashing according to the change in the gaming state at the time of big hit or predetermined reach. On the peripheral edge of the window portion 14c, there are provided electric decoration portions 29 to 33 incorporating light emitting means such as LEDs. In the pachinko machine 10, these lighting parts 29 to 33 function as effect lamps such as jackpot lamps, and the lighting parts 29 to 33 are turned on by lighting or blinking of the built-in LEDs at the time of jackpot or reach effects. Alternatively, it flashes to notify that the jackpot is being hit or that the reach is one step before the jackpot. Further, in the upper left part of the front frame 14 as viewed from the front (see FIG. 1), there is provided a display lamp 34 which has built-in light emitting means such as LEDs and can display the payout of a prize ball and when an error occurs.

  In addition, a small window 35 is formed by attaching a transparent resin from the back side so that the back side of the front frame 14 can be visually recognized, on the lower side of the right illumination part 32, and a sticking space K1 on the front side of the game board 13 (FIG. 2) is visible from the front surface of the pachinko machine 10. In addition, in the pachinko machine 10, a plated member 36 made of ABS resin that is chrome-plated is attached to an area around the electric decoration parts 29 to 33 in order to bring out more gorgeousness.

  A ball rental operation unit 40 is disposed below the window 14c. The ball lending operation unit 40 is provided with a frequency display unit 41, a ball lending button 42, and a return button 43. When the ball lending operation unit 40 is operated in a state where a bill or a card is inserted into a card unit (ball lending unit) (not shown) arranged on the side of the pachinko machine 10, Loans are made. Specifically, the frequency display unit 41 is an area in which the remaining amount information such as a card is displayed, and the built-in LED is lit to display the remaining amount as the remaining amount information. The ball lending button 42 is operated to obtain a lending ball based on information recorded on a card or the like (recording medium), and the lending ball is supplied to the upper plate 17 as long as there is a remaining amount on the card or the like. Is done. The return button 43 is operated when requesting the return of a card or the like inserted into the card unit. In addition, in a pachinko machine in which a ball is lent directly to the upper plate 17 from a ball lending device or the like without using a card unit, a so-called cash machine does not require the ball lending operation unit 40. In this case, the ball lending operation unit 40 It is also possible to add a decorative seal or the like to the installation portion of the parts so that the component configuration is common. A pachinko machine using a card unit and a cash machine can be shared.

  In the lower plate unit 15 located on the lower side of the upper plate 17, a lower plate 50 for storing a ball that could not be stored in the upper plate 17 is formed in a substantially box shape having an open upper surface. Yes. On the right side of the lower plate 50, an operation handle 51 that is operated by a player to drive a ball into the front surface of the game board 13 is disposed, and the operation of the ball launching unit 112a is permitted inside the operation handle 51. Touch sensor 51a, a push button-type stop switch 51b for stopping the launch of the ball during the pressing operation, and a variable resistor for detecting the amount of rotation of the operating handle 51 by a change in electric resistance (Not shown). When the operation handle 51 is rotated clockwise by the player, the touch sensor 51a is turned on, and the resistance value of the variable resistor changes corresponding to the operation amount, and according to the rotation operation amount of the operation handle 51. Thus, the ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the resistance value of the variable resistor, and the ball is driven into the front surface of the game board 13 with a jump amount corresponding to the player's operation. Further, when the operation handle 51 is not operated by the player, the touch sensor 51a and the stop switch 51b are off.

  In the lower part of the front of the lower plate 50, a ball removal lever 52 is provided for operating when the balls stored in the lower plate 50 are discharged downward. The ball removal lever 52 is always urged in the right direction. By sliding the ball release lever 52 in the left direction against the urge, the bottom opening formed in the bottom surface of the lower plate 50 is opened. A ball naturally falls from the bottom opening and is discharged. The operation of the ball removal lever 52 is normally performed in a state where a box (generally referred to as “a thousand box”) for receiving the balls discharged from the lower plate 50 is placed below the lower plate 50. As described above, the operation handle 51 is disposed on the right side of the lower plate 50, and the ashtray 53 is attached on the left side of the lower plate 50.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 13 includes a wooden base plate 60 cut into a substantially square shape when viewed from the front, a large number of ball nails, windmills and rails 61 and 62, a general winning opening 63, The ball entrance 64, the variable winning device 65, the variable display device unit 80, and the like are assembled, and the peripheral edge thereof is attached to the back side of the inner frame 12. The general winning port 63, the first winning port 64, the variable winning device 65, and the variable display device unit 80 are arranged in a through hole formed in the base plate 60 by router processing, and the wood screw is provided from the front side of the game board 13. It is fixed by etc. Further, the front center portion of the game board 13 can be viewed from the front side of the inner frame 12 through the window portion 14c of the front frame 14 (see FIG. 1). The configuration of the game board 13 will be described below mainly with reference to FIG.

  An outer rail 62 formed by bending a strip-shaped metal plate into a substantially arc shape is planted on the front surface of the game board 13, and the strip-shaped metal plate is located on the inner side of the outer rail 62 in the same manner as the outer rail 62. The arc-shaped inner rail 61 formed by the above is planted. The inner rail 61 and the outer rail 62 surround the outer periphery of the front surface of the game board 13, and the game board 13 and the glass unit 16 (see FIG. 1) surround the front and rear. A game area in which a game is played is formed by the behavior of. The game area is a front surface of the game board 13 and is a substantially circular area formed by dividing the two rails 61 and 62 and the arc member 70 (a winning hole or the like is provided, Area).

  The two rails 61 and 62 are provided to guide the ball fired from the ball launch unit 112a (see FIG. 6) to the upper part of the game board 13. A return ball preventing member 68 is attached to the front end portion of the inner rail 61 (upper left portion in FIG. 2) to prevent the ball once guided to the upper portion of the game board 13 from returning to the ball guide path again. Is done. A return rubber 69 is attached to the tip of the outer rail 62 (upper right part in FIG. 2) at a position corresponding to the maximum flying portion of the sphere, and the ball launched at a predetermined momentum or more hits the return rubber 69 and gains momentum. Is bounced back to the center while being attenuated. A resin arc member 70 formed by providing an arc connecting the rails on the inner surface side between the lower right end of the inner rail 61 and the upper right end of the outer rail 62 is a base. The plate 60 is driven and fixed.

  In the pachinko machine 10, when a ball enters the first entrance 64, a special symbol (first design) is drawn, and when the ball passes the second entrance 67, a normal symbol (first 2 designs) will be drawn. In the special symbol lottery performed for the entrance to the first entrance 64, whether or not the special symbol is a big hit is determined, and if it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit, Is also determined. When a special symbol wins, the pachinko machine 10 shifts to a special game state, and the special winning opening 65a that is normally closed is until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds elapses or 10 balls are won). ) Is released, and the opening is repeated 5 times (5 rounds). As a result, a large amount of balls are awarded to the specific winning opening 65a, so that a larger amount of prize balls are paid out than usual. There are two types of special symbol jackpot types: “Big Jack A” and “Big Jack B”. After the special gaming state is over, the added value after the jackpot is over, according to these jackpot types Value (game value) is given to the player.

  In addition, when the special symbol (the first symbol) is drawn, after the special symbol variable display is started on the first symbol display device 37 and a predetermined time (for example, 11 seconds to 60 seconds) has elapsed, A special symbol indicating the lottery result is stopped and displayed. When a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the variable display is being performed on the first symbol display device 37, the number of times the ball is held is held up to four times, and the number of balls held is indicated by the first symbol display. It is shown by the device 37 and also in the third symbol display device 81. When the variable display is completed in the first symbol display device 37, if the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 remains, the next special symbol is drawn and the variable display corresponding to the lottery is performed. Is started. Note that a special winning opening 65a that is opened and closed when the pachinko machine 10 is shifted to the special gaming state is provided immediately below the first entrance 64. Therefore, during the special gaming state, the player hits a ball in an attempt to win the special winning opening 65a, so that many balls enter the first winning opening 64. Therefore, in most cases, while the pachinko machine 10 is in the special game state, the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 is maximum (four times).

  On the other hand, in the normal symbol lottery performed for the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67, whether or not the normal symbol is hit is determined. When hitting the normal symbol, the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is released for a predetermined time (for example, 0.2 seconds or 1 second), and the ball easily enters the first entrance 64. It becomes a state. That is, when a normal symbol is hit, it becomes easy for a ball to enter the first entrance 64, and as a result, a special symbol is easily drawn.

  In addition, when the normal symbol (the second symbol) is drawn, the normal symbol variation display is started on the second symbol display device 83, and after a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds or 30 seconds) has elapsed, A normal symbol indicating the lottery result is stopped and displayed. When the ball passes through the second entrance 67 while the fluctuation display is being performed on the second symbol display device 83, the number of passages is held up to four times, and the number of balls held is the first symbol display device 37. And is also shown in the second symbol holding lamp 84. When the variable display is finished in the second symbol display device 83, if the number of reserved balls for the second entrance 67 remains, the next normal symbol lottery is performed and the variable display corresponding to the lottery is performed. Is started.

  As described above, there are two types of special jackpot types, “Big Jack A” and “Big Jack B”.

  In both cases of “big hit A” and “big hit B”, a special gaming state (16R big hit) with 16 rounds is set. In addition, in addition to the above-mentioned added value, the added value after the end of the jackpot is different between “jackpot A” and “jackpot B”. Specifically, “Big jackpot A” will be in a high probability state of the special symbol from the end of the big jackpot until the next big jackpot of the special symbol, the hit probability of the normal symbol will increase, and “Big jackpot B” From the end of the period until the special symbol lottery ends 100 times, the probability of hitting the normal symbol increases.

Here, the “high probability state of the special symbol” means a state where the special symbol jackpot probability is increased, that is, a so-called special symbol probability state (during special symbol change), in other words, the special gaming state (16R jackpot) ) Is a game state that is easy to shift to. On the other hand, a case that is not a “high probability state of a special symbol” is called a “low probability state of a special symbol”, which has a lower probability of jackpot than the probability variation state of a special symbol, that is, the jackpot probability of a special symbol is normal. Indicates the state (normal state of special symbol). The “normal symbol time-short state” (ordinary symbol time-short state) means a game state in which the probability of hitting the normal symbol increases and the ball easily enters the first entrance 64. On the other hand, when it is not “normal symbol short-time state”, it is called “normal symbol normal state”, which indicates that the normal symbol hit probability is normal, that is, the hit probability is lower than during short-time. . Hereinafter, the period in which the pachinko machine 10 is in a high probability state of the special symbol after the special symbol jackpot ends is referred to as a special symbol probability change period. As described above, in the special symbol jackpot in this embodiment, the jackpot Regardless of the type of jackpot, the number of rounds at the time of jackpot and the probability change period of the special symbol are made common, and the period in which “the short state of the normal symbol” is changed according to the jackpot type. On the other hand, the number of rounds may be changed according to the type of jackpot, or the number of rounds may be changed only for a part of the jackpot type. Also, for example, instead of changing the period when the “normal symbol time-short state” is changed according to the type of jackpot, the time for opening the electric accessory (not shown) associated with the first entrance 64 or once It is good also as what changes the frequency | count of opening an electrically-driven accessory in the hit of a normal symbol. Further, in this embodiment, after the jackpot ends, the “special symbol high probability state” and the “normal symbol short-time state”, but after the “special symbol high-probability state”, the “normal symbol short-time state” You may comprise so that it may become.

  In addition, when a special symbol jackpot is reached and a transition is made from the “normal symbol normal state” to the “normal symbol short-time state”, the special symbol lottery will start after the special symbol jackpot ends. In the embodiment, it is continued until 100). On the other hand, after the special symbol jackpot is reached, if the special symbol jackpot is not reached by the end of the special symbol lottery for a predetermined number of times, the state returns to the “normal state of the normal symbol”.

  A first pattern provided with a plurality of light emitting diodes (hereinafter abbreviated as “LEDs”) 37a and a 7-segment display 37b as light emitting means on the upper right portion (right upper portion in FIG. 2) of the game area when viewed from the front. A display device 37 is provided. The first symbol display device 37 displays information corresponding to each control performed by the main control device 110 described later, and mainly displays the gaming state of the pachinko machine 10. The plurality of LEDs 37a perform a variable display by indicating whether or not a special symbol lottery performed in accordance with a ball entering the first ball slot 64 (start winning prize) is being executed or not. As a stopped symbol after the end, a special symbol (first symbol) corresponding to the lottery result of the special symbol is indicated by a lighting state, or variation is not executed among the balls that have entered the first entrance 64. The number of reserved balls, which is the number of balls (reserved balls), is indicated by the lighting state.

  If a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the special symbol (the first symbol) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37, the number of times that the ball has entered is suspended up to four times. The number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37 and also by the third symbol display device 81. In the present embodiment, the entrance to the first entrance 64 is configured to be suspended up to 4 times, but the maximum number of suspensions is not limited to 4 times, but 3 times or less. Alternatively, the number may be set to 5 times or more (for example, 8 times).

  The 7-segment display 37b displays the number of rounds that are a big hit and an error display. Note that the LEDs 37a are configured so that the emission colors (for example, red, green, and blue) of the respective LEDs are different, and depending on the combination of the emission colors, various gaming states of the pachinko machine 10 (high probability states of special symbols) And normal symbols, etc.). In addition, the LED 37a not only indicates whether or not the lottery result of the special symbol is a big hit as a stop symbol after the end of the fluctuation, but if it is a big hit, it corresponds to the big hit type (big hit A, big hit B) A special symbol (first symbol) is shown.

  The game area is provided with a plurality of general winning openings 63 through which 5 to 15 balls are paid out as winning balls when the balls win. In addition, a variable display device unit 80 is disposed in the central portion of the game area. The variable display device unit 80 is provided with a third symbol display device 81 composed of a liquid crystal display (hereinafter simply referred to as “display device”) and a second symbol display device 83 composed of LEDs. . The variable display device unit 80 is provided with a center frame 86 so as to surround the outer periphery of the third symbol display device 81.

  The third symbol display device 81 performs a decorative display according to the display of the first symbol display device 37. For example, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 (start winning prize), a special symbol (first symbol) is displayed on the first symbol display device 37 as a trigger. Further, in the third symbol display device 81, the variation display of the third symbol corresponding to the variation display of the special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  The third symbol display device 81 is composed of a large liquid crystal display of 8 inch size, and the display contents are controlled by a display control device 114 described later, for example, three symbols of left, middle and right A column is displayed. Each symbol row is composed of a plurality of symbols, and these symbols are vertically scrolled for each symbol row so that the third symbol is variably displayed on the display screen of the third symbol display device 81. In the present embodiment, the display of the gaming state accompanying the control of the main control device 110 is performed on the first symbol display device 37, whereas the third symbol display device 81 displays on the first symbol display device 37. Corresponding decorative display is performed. Instead of the display device, for example, the third symbol display device 81 may be configured using a reel or the like.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 4, the display content of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 is demonstrated. FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a display screen of the third symbol display device 81, and FIG. 4 (a) is a diagram schematically showing area division setting and effective line setting of the display screen, FIG. 4B is a diagram illustrating an actual display screen.

  The third symbol is composed of ten types of main symbols composed of numbers from “0” to “9”. Each main symbol is configured by attaching numbers “0” to “9” on a rear symbol made of a wooden box.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the lottery result of the special symbol performed by the main controller 110 (see FIG. 8) described later is a big hit, the variable display in which the same main symbols are aligned is performed. The jackpot is configured to occur after the change display is finished. On the other hand, when the lottery result of the special symbol is out of place, the variable display in which the same main symbols are not arranged is performed.

  For example, if the lottery result of the special symbol is “Large A”, a variable display is performed in which the main symbols to which “1, 3, 5, 7, 9”, which is an odd number, are added are aligned. Further, if “big hit B”, the variable display is performed in which the main symbols to which the even numbers “0, 2, 4, 6, 8” are added are aligned. On the other hand, if the lottery result of the special symbol is off, the variable display in which the main symbols of the same number are not aligned is performed.

  As shown in FIG. 4 (a), the display screen of the 3rd symbol display device 81 is roughly divided into two vertically and the upper 3/4 is the main display area Dm for displaying the 3rd symbol variably, The lower ¼ is a sub display area Ds for displaying the number of reserved balls and the like.

  The main display area Dm is divided into three display areas Dm1 to Dm3 of left, middle, and right, and three symbol rows Z1, Z2, and Z3 are displayed in the three display areas Dm1 to Dm3, respectively. In each symbol row Z1 to Z3, the above-described third symbols are displayed in a prescribed order. That is, in each symbol row Z1 to Z3, main symbols are arranged in ascending order or descending order of numbers, and each symbol row Z1 to Z3 is scrolled from the top to the bottom with periodicity to perform variable display. In particular, the left symbol row Z1 is arranged so that the numbers of the main symbols appear in descending order, and the middle symbol row Z2 and the right symbol row Z3 are arranged so that the numbers of the main symbols appear in ascending order.

  In the main display area Dm, the third symbols are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three rows for each symbol row Z1 to Z3. The middle part of the main display area Dm is set as the active line L1, and in each game, the third symbol stops on the active line L1 in the order of the left symbol row Z1, the right symbol row Z3, and the middle symbol row Z2. Is displayed. If the combination of jackpot symbols (the same main symbol combination in this embodiment) is arranged on the effective line L1 when the third symbol is stopped, a jackpot moving image is displayed as a jackpot.

  On the other hand, the sub display area Ds is provided horizontally long below the main display area Dm. Among these, the sub display area Ds is an area for displaying the number of reserved balls, which is the number of spheres that have not been changed (reserved spheres) among the balls that have entered the first entrance 64.

  On the actual display screen, as shown in FIG. 4B, a total of three main symbols of the third symbol are displayed in the main display area Dm.

  On the other hand, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 while the variable display is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (1st symbol display device 37), the number of entrances is up to 4 times. The number of balls held is indicated by the first symbol display device 37 and also in the sub display area Ds. In the sub display area Ds, one reserved ball number symbol is displayed per one reserved ball number, and the number of reserved balls is displayed in accordance with the number of displayed retained ball number symbols. That is, when one reserved ball number symbol is displayed in the sub display area Ds1, it indicates that the number of reserved balls is one, and when four reserved ball number symbols are displayed, the number of reserved balls is Indicates four balls. In addition, when the number of reserved balls is not displayed in the sub display area Ds, it indicates that the number of reserved balls is 0, that is, there is no reserved ball.

  In the present embodiment, the ball entering the first ball inlet 64 is configured to be held up to four times, but the maximum number of balls to be held is not limited to four times, but three times. You may set below or 5 times (for example, 8 times). Further, instead of displaying the reserved ball number symbol in the sub-display area Ds, the reserved ball number is different in a part of the third symbol display device 81, or the four divided areas are different by the number of reserved balls. You may make it display in a mode (for example, a color and a lighting pattern). Further, since the number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37, the number of reserved balls may not be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Furthermore, the variable display device unit 80 may be provided with four hold lamps indicating the number of held balls, corresponding to the maximum number of held balls, and the number of held balls may be displayed according to the number of held lamps that are lit.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 5, it is the figure shown about the flow of the detailed fluctuation | variation about the fluctuation fluctuation | variation performed at the time of the stop of the 3rd symbol displayed on the main display area Dm. When the 3rd symbol is displayed in a variable manner (dynamic display), it is a diagram showing the swinging fluctuation that is displayed in a swinging manner to indicate that the 3rd symbol is temporarily stopped before being stopped and displayed. After a predetermined variation mode is displayed, a fluctuation variation indicating that the vehicle is temporarily stopped until a confirmation command output from the main control device 110 described later is received is displayed.

  FIGS. 5A to 5I respectively show display images every 20 ms set in the variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 described later. . FIGS. 5A, 5E, and 5I show the shaking center where the special symbol is displayed at the center position of the main display area Dm. 5 (b) and 5 (d) show the middle of the sway rise in which the third symbol is displayed at the middle position from the center position L1 of the main display area Dm to the highest rise position of the sway fluctuation. FIG.5 (c) has shown the rock | fluctuation raise displayed on the highest raise position where the 3rd symbol raises most and is displayed in fluctuation | variation of a fluctuation | variation. FIGS. 5 (f) and 5 (h) show a swing-down middle where a special symbol is displayed at an intermediate position between the center position L1 of the main display area Dm and the lowest-falling position displayed in the swing fluctuation. Yes. FIG. 5 (g) is a diagram showing the swing descent displayed at the lowest position where the third symbol is displayed with the lowest drop in the fluctuation of the swing.

  FIG. 5A is a diagram corresponding to the drawing content (display content) specified by the address 02E7H of the variable display data table. Similarly, FIG. 5B shows an address 02E8H, FIG. 5C shows an address 02E9H, FIG. 5D shows an address 02EAH, FIG. 5E shows an address 02EBH, and FIG. 5F shows an address. FIG. 5E shows the contents of drawing corresponding to the address 02EDH, FIG. 5H shows the drawing contents corresponding to the address 02EEH, and FIG. 5I shows the drawing contents corresponding to the address 02EFH. Although the details will be described later, the drawing contents of FIGS. 5A to 5I are displayed in order of 20 ms each, so that one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation in which the third symbol is changed and displayed is displayed. It has become.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing in detail one shaking of the third symbol. 6 (a) to 6 (i) are diagrams sequentially illustrating the shaking of the special symbol in the shaking fluctuation set in the fluctuation display data table as in FIGS. 5 (a) to (i). As shown in FIG. 6, the display is moved up and down around the center position L1 of the main display area Dm, and the display is fluctuated up and down.

  In the main controller 110, when a ball enters the first entrance 64 (start winning prize), a special symbol lottery is performed using the ball as a trigger, and then a special symbol (first symbol) is displayed on the first symbol display device 37. Variation display of symbols is executed. Further, the variation pattern command and the stop type command are transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. As a result, the third symbol display device 81 causes the third symbol in accordance with the variation display of the first symbol display device 37. Is displayed.

  When the 3rd symbol variation display is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, first, the 3rd symbol's high-speed variation display is started, and then a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds to 60 seconds). When elapses, the display switches to the medium symbol variation display of the third symbol, and further switches to the low symbol variation display of the third symbol. Here, when the lottery result of the special symbol is a big hit, the temporary stop display in which the main symbols of the same number (the third symbol) are aligned is performed and the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and then output from the main controller 110. On the basis of receiving the jackpot confirmation command, the variation effect ends, and then the jackpot effect is started. On the other hand, when the lottery result of the special symbol is out of place, the temporary stop display in which the main symbols of the same number (the third symbol) are not aligned is performed, and the fluctuation variation display indicating that the temporary stop is performed is executed. Then, if the variation effect ends based on the reception of the deviation confirmation command output from the main controller 110 and there is a pending start prize, the next special symbol will be drawn and the next variation will be performed. Production begins.

  With reference to FIG. 7, the flow of the display mode of the deviation variation pattern displayed when the lottery result is deviation will be described as an example of the variation pattern of the third symbol. FIG. 7 is a timing chart showing the flow of a deviation variation pattern in which the third symbol is variably displayed. Although details will be described later, when the sound lamp control device 113 receives the variation pattern command output from the main control device 110, the display variation pattern command is output to the display control device 114, and the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 is output. The display data table storing the display content indicated by the display variation pattern command received by the above is set, and the variation display of the third symbol is started on the third symbol display device 81. As shown in FIG. 7, when the variation display of the third symbol is started, the left symbol of the third symbol is the main symbol display area after a predetermined time (the time set in the variation pattern selected in advance) Z1t. A temporary stop display is displayed at the center position L1 of Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. Next, at Z3t, the right symbol is temporarily stopped at the center position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. Thereafter, at Z2t, the middle symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed at the center position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm, and the fluctuation is displayed. After that, for the third symbol (left symbol, right symbol, middle symbol), the fluctuation variation display is repeatedly performed. As shown in FIGS. 5 (a) to 5 (i), the fluctuation of the fluctuation is executed in a series of steps, and is displayed at the fluctuation center through the middle of the movement as shown in FIG. 5 (h). During the 200 ms until the end of, the fluctuation fluctuation is stopped and displayed on the display of the fluctuation center, and when the display detachment confirmation command is received at the end of the fluctuation time, the confirmation stop display process is executed as it is. Here, the details of the fixed stop display process will be described later. However, the same symbol as the third symbol displayed by the fluctuation fluctuation is the same as the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)), and the main display area Dm. Is switched to a fixed display symbol in which the third symbol is displayed at the center position L1. On the other hand, if the display deviation confirmation command is not received, the shaking fluctuation is resumed, and when the display deviation confirmation command is received, the fluctuation fluctuation is confirmed and stopped. In this case as well, as described above, the symbol is switched to the same symbol as that displayed at the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) and stopped and displayed as the fixed symbol of the third symbol.

  In the normal state, since the display deviation confirmation command is received at the end of the fluctuation time, the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and after the fluctuation fluctuation to a series of fluctuation centers is performed, the fluctuation center ( In the state shown in FIG. 5 (i), the display is stopped by switching the third symbol similar to that of the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) as the confirmed symbol. As a result, as shown in FIG. 5 (a) to (i), the third fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)) is the timing at which one cycle of fluctuation fluctuation is completed. A third symbol similar to the symbol displayed at the shaking center (Fig. 5 (i)) that can be switched by the fixed display from the state in which the symbol is variably displayed at the central position L1 of the main symbol display area Dm. It is possible to confirm and stop by switching and displaying in the display mode. Therefore, the 3rd symbol can be switched to the same 3rd symbol display mode from the state in which the center of shaking is displayed after passing through a series of fluctuations (one period) of fluctuation fluctuation, and can be confirmed and stopped. Thus, it is possible to make the end of the fluctuation of fluctuation coincide with the symbol to be confirmed and stop without a sense of discomfort. In addition, a time difference between the time measured by the display control device 114 and the time measured by the main control device 110 occurs, and a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is issued earlier than the end time of the variable time counted by the display control device 114. Even when received, within the range of 200 ms, the third symbol can be stopped and displayed with a constant display as usual.

  The 3rd symbol displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 is a symbol that is variably displayed in synchronization with the 1st symbol displayed on the 1st symbol display device 37, and the 1st symbol is variably stopped. In accordance with the timing, the third symbol is also variably stopped based on the come-off confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command output from the main controller 110. The first symbol is directly controlled by the main controller 110, while the third symbol is controlled by the display controller 114 based on various control signals output from the main controller 110. The main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 (display control device 114) have a one-way communication configuration in which a command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. For this reason, the main controller 110 displays in what state the 3rd symbol is displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (for example, whether it is a display of a shaking center during fluctuation fluctuation, or a display of a descent of shaking) Etc.), and when the end time of the special symbol variation time is reached by the time measured by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, a detachment confirmation command that unidirectionally instructs the stop of the third symbol or The jackpot confirmation command is output to the sound lamp control device 113.

  When the sound lamp control device 113 receives the detachment confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command from the main control device 110, the display detachment confirmation command or display unidirectionally instructs the display control device 114 to stop the third symbol. The jackpot confirmation command is output. Therefore, when the 3rd pattern is fluctuating, and if a display out-of-display confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command is received on the display of the swing down, the display of the center of swing is displayed without going through the middle of the swing down. The display is stopped and confirmed. In such a case, the same display as that of the center of the swing is suddenly displayed without passing the display of the middle of the swinging down, so that the stop display of the symbol becomes unstable and difficult to see.

  However, in this embodiment, after the fluctuation time is displayed 200 ms before the end of the fluctuation time, the fluctuation fluctuation is displayed in a series of flow to the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)), and then the display of the fluctuation center is displayed for 200 ms. It was configured to be maintained (stop display). With this configuration, when a display outage confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command that is received if normal at the end of the fluctuation time is received, it can be stopped and displayed as it is at the position of the shaking center. The variation of the 3rd pattern can be stopped and displayed neatly at the same position of fluctuation fluctuation (display of the fluctuation center after a series of fluctuation fluctuations) every time. Therefore, each time the fluctuation is displayed as a series of fluctuations, and actually stopped at the position of the shaking center for 200 ms, but it is a very short time from the player's point of view. After the change, it can appear as if it is stopped. Therefore, the third symbol can be stopped cleanly every time after a series of fluctuations. As a result, it is possible to show the player as if the third symbol is stopped and displayed at the same timing every time, and the player can see the variation display of the third symbol without feeling uncomfortable.

  Furthermore, it is preferable that the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed in synchronization with the timing when the 1st symbol is stopped. When the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed for production during the fluctuation time, the 3rd symbol is temporarily stopped. By changing the shaking shown, the player is informed that the time is changing and is a temporary stop. Here, as in the configuration of the present embodiment, the special symbol is stopped and displayed for 200 ms just before the end of the variable time, but 200 ms is extremely short from the player's point of view, and is actually stopped and displayed. In addition, when the display out-of-display confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is not received at the end of the fluctuation time, it is configured so that the fluctuation fluctuates again. Even if the display is stopped for a while, it is not visible to the player as if only the third symbol is stopped without synchronizing with the first symbol, and it is possible to prevent the player from being confused. In addition, even when reception of the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is delayed due to some malfunction, the fluctuation of the shake is resumed, so that the problem that only the third symbol is stopped and displayed can be prevented. In addition, as for a series of fluctuations of shaking fluctuation, FIGS. 5A to 5I are displayed for 20 ms each. A series of fluctuations of the fluctuation is 160 ms, assuming that the period from the display of the fluctuation center shown in FIG. 5A to the start of the display of the fluctuation center shown in FIG. By setting the stop display time in the display of the shake center in this embodiment to 200 ms, it is set to a time longer than the time required for the shake fluctuation and shorter than the fluctuation fluctuation for two cycles. In addition, it is possible to easily set the shaking fluctuation within the fluctuation time to be stopped and displayed for 200 ms at the shaking center at the end of the series of shaking fluctuations. In addition, it can be prevented that the player pauses (for 200 ms) for a long time and appears to be stopped by the player.

  In the present embodiment, 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time is stopped and displayed with the display of the shaking center. However, the remaining 100 ms until the end of the fluctuation time is stopped and displayed at the shaking center for 200 ms. The display may be stopped until 100 ms after the end of the fluctuation time. With this configuration, there is a difference between the variation time measured by the display control device 114 and the variation time measured by the main control device 110, and the confirmation command is issued after the variation time measured by the display control device 114 ends. Even when it is output from the main controller 110, if it is within 100 ms, it is before the fluctuation fluctuation is resumed, so that the fluctuation can be stopped (definite stop) with the display of the fluctuation center. Also in this case, since the pause time is within 200 ms, it is difficult for the player to determine whether or not the fluctuation stop before the end of the fluctuation time. It can appear as if the change stopped.

  The jackpot effect is divided into three periods, a period in which a round effect is performed and a period in which an ending effect is performed. The round effect is an effect for notifying the player of the number of rounds to be started. In addition, the ending effect notifies the player of the end of the special gaming state, and also notifies the player of the game value (ordinary symbol time period) given to the player after the jackpot ends (displays the time period). Or, it is an effect for notifying the player that a lottery result will be a big hit in a special symbol lottery that is on hold (to perform a definite effect display). In the ending effect, the fact that the game value (ordinary symbol short time period) is notified to the player is referred to as “short time period display”, and the lottery result becomes a big hit in the special symbol lottery that is on hold. This is referred to as “confirmed effect display” being performed.

  Returning to FIG. 2, the description will be continued. The second symbol display device 83 performs a variable display by indicating, by a lighting state, whether or not a normal symbol lottery performed as the ball passes through the second entrance 67, As a stop symbol after the end of the change, a normal symbol (second symbol) corresponding to the lottery result of the normal symbol is indicated by a lighting state.

  More specifically, in the second symbol display device 83, every time the ball passes through the second entrance 67, the symbol “◯” and the symbol “x” as the second symbol are alternately lit. Fluctuation display is performed. In the pachinko machine 10, when the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 stops at a predetermined symbol (in this embodiment, a symbol “◯”), the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is activated for a predetermined time. As a result, it is configured such that a ball easily enters the first entrance 64. The number of times the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 is held up to a maximum of 4 times, and the number of held balls is displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and also lit on the second symbol holding lamp 84. The Four second symbol holding lamps 84 are provided corresponding to the maximum number of holdings, and are arranged symmetrically below the third symbol display device 81.

  The normal symbol (second symbol) variable display is performed by switching on and off of a plurality of lamps in the second symbol display device 83 as in the present embodiment, as well as the first symbol display device 37. Alternatively, a part of the third symbol display device 81 may be used. Similarly, the second symbol holding lamp 84 may be turned on by a part of the third symbol display device 81. In addition, the passage of the sphere at the second entrance 67 is not limited to 4 times as in the case of the 1st entrance 64, but is limited to 3 times or less, or 5 times or more. (For example, 8 times) may be set. Further, since the number of reserved balls is indicated by the first symbol display device 37, the second symbol reservation lamp 84 may not perform lighting display.

  Below the variable display device unit 80, a first entrance 64 into which a sphere can enter is disposed. When a ball enters the first entrance 64, a first entrance switch (not shown) provided on the back side of the game board 13 is turned on, and the first entrance switch is turned on. The main controller 110 draws a special symbol, and a display corresponding to the lottery result is indicated by the LED 37 a of the first symbol display device 37. The first entrance 64 is also one of the entrances through which 5 balls are paid out as prize balls when a ball enters.

  A variable winning device 65 is disposed below the first ball opening 64, and a horizontally-long rectangular specific winning port (large opening) 65a is provided at a substantially central portion thereof. In the pachinko machine 10, when the special symbol lottery performed in the main controller 110 is a big win, the LED 37a of the first symbol display device 37 is turned on after a predetermined time (fluctuation time) has elapsed so as to become a big hit stop symbol. In addition, a stop symbol of the third symbol corresponding to the jackpot is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 to indicate the occurrence of the jackpot. Thereafter, the game state transitions to a special game state (a big hit of 5 rounds) in which a larger amount of prize balls are paid out than usual. In this special gaming state, the special winning opening 65a that is normally closed is opened for a predetermined time (for example, until 30 seconds have elapsed or ten balls have been won).

  The specific winning opening 65a is closed when a predetermined time elapses, and after the closing, the specific winning opening 65a is opened again for a predetermined time. The opening / closing operation of the specific winning opening 65a can be repeated five times (five rounds). The state in which the opening / closing operation is performed is one form of a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player. Is done.

  Specifically, the variable winning device 65 includes a horizontally long rectangular opening / closing plate that covers the specific winning opening 65a, and a large opening solenoid (not shown) for opening and closing forward with the lower side of the opening / closing plate as an axis. And. The special winning opening 65a is normally closed so that the ball cannot win or is difficult to win. In the case of a big hit, the large opening opening solenoid is driven to tilt the opening / closing plate to the lower front side to temporarily form an open state in which the ball is likely to win the specific winning opening 65a. It operates to repeat the state and the state alternately.

  Note that the special gaming state is not limited to the above-described form. When the game area is provided with a large opening that is opened and closed separately from the specific winning opening 65a, and the LED 37a corresponding to the jackpot is turned on in the first symbol display device 37, the specific winning opening 65a is opened for a predetermined time, and the specific winning opening A special gaming state is defined as a game state in which a large opening provided separately from the specific winning port 65a is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times when the ball 65 is opened into the specific winning port 65a. You may make it form.

  Adhesive spaces K1 and K2 for adhering certificate stamps, identification labels, and the like are provided at the left and right corners on the lower side of the game board 13. It can be visually recognized through the small window 35 (see FIG. 1).

  Further, the game board 13 is provided with an out port 66. A ball that has not entered any of the winning openings 63, 64, 65a is guided through an out port 66 to a ball discharge path (not shown). A number of nails are planted on the game board 13 in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the falling direction of the ball, and various members (instruments) such as a windmill are arranged.

  As shown in FIG. 3, control board units 90 and 91 and a back pack unit 94 are mainly provided on the back side of the pachinko machine 10. The control board unit 90 is unitized by mounting a main board (main control apparatus 110), an audio lamp control board (audio lamp control apparatus 113), and a display control board (display control apparatus 114). The control board unit 91 is unitized by mounting a payout control board (payout control apparatus 111), a firing control board (launching control apparatus 112), a power supply board (power supply apparatus 115), and a card unit connection board 116.

  The back pack unit 94 includes a back pack 92 and a dispensing unit 93 that form a protective cover. In addition, each control board is used for MPU as a one-chip microcomputer that controls each control, a port for communicating with various devices, a random number generator used for various lotteries, time counting and synchronization. A clock pulse generation circuit or the like is mounted as necessary.

  The main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114, the payout control device 111 and the firing control device 112, the power supply device 115, and the card unit connection board 116 are housed in the board boxes 100 to 104, respectively. . The board boxes 100 to 104 include a box base and a box cover that covers the opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are connected to each other, and each control device and each board are accommodated.

  Further, the substrate box 100 (main control device 110) and the substrate box 102 (dispensing control device 111 and launch control device 112) connect the box base and the box cover so that they cannot be opened by a sealing unit (not shown) (caulking structure). Consolidated). In addition, a seal (not shown) is attached to the connecting portion between the box base and the box cover so as to cover the box base and the box cover. This seal seal is made of a brittle material. If the seal is to be peeled off in order to open the substrate boxes 100, 102, or if the substrate boxes 100, 102 are forcibly opened, the box base side and the box cover are removed. Cut to the side. Therefore, it is possible to know whether or not the substrate boxes 100 and 102 have been opened by checking the sealing unit or the sealing seal.

  The payout unit 93 includes a tank 130 that is located at the top of the back pack unit 94 and opens upward, a tank rail 131 that is connected to the lower side of the tank 130 and is gently inclined toward the downstream side, and downstream of the tank rail 131. A case rail 132 that is vertically connected to the side, and a payout device 133 that is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail 132 and that pays out a ball by a predetermined electrical configuration of the payout motor 216 (see FIG. 6). ing. Balls supplied from the island facilities of the game hall are sequentially replenished to the tank 130, and a required number of balls are paid out by the payout device 133 as appropriate. A vibrator 134 for applying vibration to the tank rail 131 is attached to the tank rail 131.

  The payout control device 111 is provided with a state return switch 120, the firing control device 112 is provided with a variable resistor operation knob 121, and the power supply device 115 is provided with a RAM erase switch 122. The state return switch 120 is operated, for example, to eliminate ball clogging (return to a normal state) when a payout error occurs, such as ball clogging in the payout motor 216 (see FIG. 6). The operation knob 121 is operated to adjust the firing force of the firing solenoid. The RAM erase switch 122 is operated when the power is turned on to return the pachinko machine 10 to the initial state.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10.

  The main controller 110 is equipped with an MPU 201 as a one-chip microcomputer that is an arithmetic unit. The MPU 201 includes a ROM 202 that stores various control programs executed by the MPU 201 and fixed value data, and a memory that temporarily stores various data when the control program stored in the ROM 202 is executed. A certain RAM 203 and various other circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit are incorporated. Various commands are transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sub control device by the data transmission / reception circuit in order to instruct the sub control device such as the payout control device 111 and the sound lamp control device 113 to operate. Such a command is transmitted from the main controller 110 to the sub controller only in one direction.

  In main controller 110, special symbol lottery, normal symbol lottery, display setting on first symbol display device 37, display setting on second symbol display device 83, and display setting on third symbol display device 81 The main processing of the pachinko machine 10 is executed. The RAM 203 is provided with various counters for controlling these processes. Here, a counter and the like provided in the RAM 203 of the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. These counters, etc., are a special symbol lottery, a normal symbol lottery, a display setting on the first symbol display device 37, a display setting on the second symbol display device 83, and a display setting on the third symbol display device 81. For example, the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 is used.

  In order to select a special symbol lottery and the first symbol random number counter C1 used for the special symbol lottery and the special symbol lottery for setting the display of the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 The first per-type counter C2 used for the selection, the stop-type selection counter C3 used for selecting the out-of-service stop type in the special symbol, and the first initial value random number used for setting the initial value of the first per-random number counter C1 A counter CINI1 and a variation type counter CS1 used for variation pattern selection are used. In addition, the second random number counter C4 is used for lottery of normal symbols, and the second initial random number counter CINI2 is used for setting the initial value of the second random number counter C4. Each of these counters is a loop counter that adds 1 to the previous value every time it is updated and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value.

  Each counter is updated, for example, at an interval of 2 milliseconds, which is the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and some counters are updated irregularly in the main process (see FIG. 23). Then, the updated value is appropriately stored in a counter buffer set in a predetermined area of the RAM 203. The RAM 203 is provided with a special symbol reservation ball storage area 203a including one execution area and four reservation areas (holding first to fourth areas), and each of these areas has a first entrance slot. Each value of the first hit random number counter C1, the first hit type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 is stored in accordance with the timing of entering the ball 64. In addition, the RAM 203 is provided with a normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b composed of one execution area and four holding areas (holding first to fourth areas). The value of the second random number counter C4 is stored in accordance with the timing of passing through any of the second entrances (through gates) 67.

  Each counter will be described in detail. The first per-random number counter C1 is incremented by 1 within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 299) and reaches 0 after reaching the maximum value (for example, 299 for a counter that can take a value of 0 to 299). It is the composition which returns to. In particular, when the first random number counter C1 makes one round, the value of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 at that time is read as the initial value of the first random number counter C1.

  The first initial value random number counter CINI1 is configured as a loop counter that is updated in the same range as the first random number counter C1. That is, for example, when the first random number counter C1 is a loop counter that can take a value of 0 to 299, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 is also a loop counter in the range of 0 to 299. The first initial value random number counter CINI1 is updated once every execution of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15) and is repeatedly updated within the remaining time of the main process (see FIG. 23).

  The value of the first random number counter C1 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding ball in the RAM 203 at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the storage area 203a. The random number value that is a special symbol jackpot is set by a special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110, and the value of the first random number counter C1 is the special symbol jackpot random number table C1. When it matches with the value of the random number that becomes the jackpot set by the symbol jackpot random number table, it is determined that the jackpot of the special symbol. In addition, this special symbol jackpot random number table is used for special symbols at low probability (period when the special symbol is in a low probability state), and at high probability (special symbols) that have a higher probability of winning a special symbol than that low probability. The period of a high probability state) is divided into two types, and the number of random numbers that are jackpots included in each is set differently. In this way, by changing the number of random numbers that are jackpots, the probability of jackpots is changed between when the special symbol has a low probability and when the special symbol has a high probability. A special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) for a special symbol with a high probability and a special symbol jackpot random number table (not shown) for a special symbol with a low probability are stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110. Is provided.

  The first hit type counter C2 determines the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 when the special symbol is a big hit, and increments one by one within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 99). Then, after reaching the maximum value (for example, 99 in the case of a counter that can take a value of 0 to 99), it returns to 0. The value of the first hit type counter C2 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding in the RAM 203 is held at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the sphere storage area 203a.

  Here, if the value of the first per-random number counter C1 stored in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a is not a random number that is a big hit of the special symbol, that is, if it is a random number that is out of the special symbol, the first The display mode corresponding to the stop symbol displayed on the symbol display device 37 is the one when the special symbol is off.

  On the other hand, if the value of the first per-random number counter C1 stored in the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is a random number that is a big hit of the special symbol, it corresponds to the stop symbol displayed on the first symbol display device 37. The display mode is that of the special symbol jackpot. In this case, the specific display mode at the time of the big hit is the display mode indicated by the value of the first hit type counter C2 stored in the same special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a.

  The first random number counter C1 in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured as a 2-byte loop counter in the range of 0 to 299. In the first per random number counter C1, there are three random numbers that are big hits of the special symbol when the special symbol has a low probability, and the random value “7, 107, 282” is a special symbol for the low probability. Stored in the jackpot random number table. Thus, when the special symbol has a low probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 3 among the total number of random number values, and therefore, the probability that the special symbol is jackpot is “1/100”.

  On the other hand, when there is a high probability of a special symbol, there are 30 random numbers that are jackpots of the special symbol, which are “4, 11, 28, 38, 45, 52, 64, 78, 83, 99, 106, 112, 122, 134, 140, 151, 168, 176, 183, 197, 207, 218, 222, 231, 249, 256, 263, 270, 285, 299 "is a special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability. Stored in In this way, when the special symbol has a high probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 30 among the total number of random number values, so the probability that the special symbol jackpot is “1/10”.

  In this embodiment, the random number value that is a jackpot stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for the low probability time, and the random number value that is the jackpot stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for the high probability time In order to avoid duplicate values, random numbers for each jackpot are set. Here, if there is a value that is always used as a jackpot random value regardless of the situation of the pachinko machine 10, the random value may be input from the outside, and the jackpot may be easily illegally assigned. On the other hand, as in this embodiment, depending on the situation (that is, depending on whether the pachinko machine 10 is in a high probability state of a special symbol or a low probability state of a special symbol), the random number value that is a jackpot is changed. As a result, it is possible to make it difficult to predict a random value that is a big hit of a special symbol, and thus it is possible to suppress fraud.

  Further, the value of the first hit type counter C2 in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured as a loop counter in the range of 0-99. Then, as shown in FIG. 10A, in the first hit type counter C2, the big hit type when the random number value is “0 to 59” is “big hit A”. The jackpot type when the value is “60 to 99” is “jackpot B”.

  As described above, the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured such that two types of hit types (big hit A and big hit B) are determined based on the random number value indicated by the first hit type counter C2. The random value for determining the special symbol jackpot type from the value (random number value) of the first hit type counter C2 is set by a special symbol jackpot type table (not shown). It is provided in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110.

  For example, the stop type selection counter C3 is incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 99, for example, and reaches a maximum value (that is, 99) and then returns to 0. In the present embodiment, the stop type at the time of release displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is selected by the stop type selection counter C3, and after reach occurs, the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol. “Rear out of front / rear” (for example, 98, 99), and “reach other than front / rear out of reach” (for example, in the range of 90 to 97) where the final stop symbol stops other than before and after the reach symbol after the occurrence of reach. Three stop (rendering) patterns are selected that are “completely out” (for example, a range of 0 to 89) that does not cause reach. The value of the stop type selection counter C3 is updated, for example, periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt process), and the special symbol holding ball is stored in the RAM 203 at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64. It is stored in the area 203a.

  The random value for determining the stop type of the special symbol from the value (random number value) of the stop type selection counter C3 is set by a stop type selection table (not shown). It is provided in the ROM 202 of the device 110. In this embodiment, this table is divided into a special symbol for high probability and a special symbol for low probability, and a random value range set for each outage stop type according to the table. Is changing. This is because the selection ratio of the stop type is changed depending on whether the pachinko machine 10 is in a special symbol high probability state or a special symbol low probability state.

  For example, in a high-probability state, a table for a high-probability time with a wide range of random values from 0 to 89 corresponding to the stop type “completely out” is selected so that a reach effect is not selected more than necessary because a big hit is likely to occur. Is selected, and “completely off” is easily selected. In this table, the “front / rear detachment reach” is narrowed to 98,99, and the “reach other than front / rear detachment” is also narrowed to 90 to 97, making it difficult to select “rearward / rearward detachment reach” and “reach other than front / rear detachment”. In the low probability state, the random value range corresponding to the stop type “completely off” is 0 to 79 and the probability is low so as to secure the time for entering the ball into the first entrance 64. Table is selected, and “completely out” is difficult to select.

  In this stop type selection table, the range of random values corresponding to the stop type of “reach other than front / rear out” is widened to 80 to 97, and “reach other than front / rear out” is easily selected. Therefore, in the low probability state, it is possible to perform a lot of reach display with a long production time, so it is possible to secure the time for entering the ball into the first entrance 64 and the variable display by the third symbol display device 81 is continued. It becomes easy to be done. In the latter table as well, the range of random values corresponding to the stop type of “front / rear out of reach” is set to 98,99.

  The variation type counter CS1 is, for example, incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 198, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 198). Rough display modes such as so-called normal reach and super reach are determined by the variation type counter CS1. Specifically, the display mode is determined by determining the variation time of the symbol variation. Based on the fluctuation time determined by the fluctuation type counter CS1, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 determine the reach type of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and the detailed symbol variation mode. The The value of the variation type counter CS1 is updated once every time a main process (see FIG. 23) described later is executed once, and is repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the main process. A fluctuation pattern table (not shown) that stores a random value for determining one fluctuation time of symbol fluctuation from the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1 (random number value) is provided in the ROM 202 of the main controller 110. Yes.

  In the variation pattern table, for example, as a variation pattern for detachment, various types of “out (for long time)”, “out (for short time)”, “out normal reach”, “out super reach”, “out special reach” "Various types are prescribed. Then, a variation pattern is selected from the various variation patterns defined in the variation pattern table according to the predicted lottery result and the predicted stop type (a jackpot type in the case of a jackpot).

  The second random number counter C4 is configured as a loop counter that is incremented one by one within a range of, for example, 0 to 239 and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 239). Further, when the second random number counter C4 makes one round, the value of the second initial value random number counter CINI2 at that time is read as the initial value of the second random number counter C4. In this embodiment, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 is periodically updated, for example, every timer interrupt process, and it is detected that the ball has passed through either the left or right second entrance (through gate) 67. And is stored in the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b of the RAM 203.

  The value of the random number that becomes the normal symbol is set by a random number table (not shown) per normal symbol stored in the ROM 202 of the main controller, and the value of the second random number counter C4 is the normal symbol value. When the winning random number value set by the winning random number table coincides with the winning random number table, it is determined that the normal symbol is hit. In addition, this random number table per normal symbol is used for low probability of a normal symbol (period in which the normal symbol is in a normal state), and at a high probability that the normal symbol is more likely to hit than the low probability (normal symbol of the normal symbol) The number of random numbers that are jackpots included in each is set differently. In this way, by changing the number of random numbers to be won, the probability of winning is changed between the low probability of the normal symbol and the high probability of the normal symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 10 (b), there are 24 random numbers that are hit by the normal symbol when the normal symbol has a low probability, and the range is “5-28”. These random values are stored in a random table per normal symbol for low probability. Thus, when the probability of a normal symbol is low, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 24 among the total number of random number values, and therefore the probability of jacking a special symbol is “1/10”.

  When the pachinko machine 10 has a low probability of a normal symbol, when the ball passes through the second entrance 67, the value of the second random number counter C4 is acquired and the normal symbol is displayed in the second symbol display device 83. Is displayed for 30 seconds. Then, if the value of the acquired second random number counter C4 is in the range of “5 to 28”, it is determined that the winning symbol is selected, and after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 ends, the stop symbol (second symbol) ), The symbol “◯” is lit and displayed, and the first entrance 64 is opened for “0.2 seconds × 1 time”. In the present embodiment, when the pachinko machine 10 is at a low probability of a normal symbol, the first entrance 64 is opened for “0.2 seconds × one time” when the normal symbol is hit. The opening time and the number of times may be set arbitrarily. For example, “0.5 seconds × 2 times” may be opened.

  On the other hand, when there is a high probability of a normal symbol, there are 200 random values that are jackpots of the normal symbol, and the range is “5-204”. These random number values are stored in a random table per symbol for high probability. Thus, when the special symbol has a low probability, the total number of random numbers that are jackpots is 200 among the total number of random number values, and therefore, the probability that the special symbol is jackpot is “1 / 1.2”.

  When the pachinko machine 10 has a high probability of a normal symbol, when the ball passes the second entrance 67, the value of the second random number counter C4 is acquired and the normal symbol is displayed in the second symbol display device 83. Is displayed for 3 seconds. Then, if the acquired value of the second random number counter C4 is in the range of “5 to 204”, it is determined that the winning symbol is selected, and after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 ends, the stop symbol (second symbol) ), The symbol “◯” is lit and displayed, and the first entrance 64 is opened “for 1 second × 2 times”. As described above, when the normal symbol has a high probability, the variation display time becomes very short, “30 seconds → 3 seconds”, compared to the normal symbol having a low probability, and further, the first entrance 64 is released. Since the period becomes very long as “0.2 seconds × 1 time → 1 second × 2 times”, it becomes easy for the ball to enter the first entrance 64. Note that a table (not shown) storing random number values for determining whether or not a normal symbol is hit from the value (random number value) of the second hit random number counter C4 is provided in the ROM 202. In the present embodiment, when the pachinko machine 10 has a high probability of a normal symbol, the first entrance 64 is opened only “one second × two times” when the normal symbol is hit. What is necessary is just to set time and frequency | count arbitrarily. For example, “3 seconds × 3 times” may be opened.

  The second initial value random number counter CINI2 is configured as a loop counter that is updated in the same range as the second random number counter C4 (value = 0 to 239), and is updated once every timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15). And repeatedly updated within the remaining time of the main process (see FIG. 23).

  As described above, the RAM 203 is provided with various counters and the like, and the main control device 110 performs the big win lottery and the display in the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 according to the value of the counter and the like. The main processing of the pachinko machine 10 such as setting and lottery of the display result on the second symbol display device 83 can be executed.

  Returning to FIG. 8, the description will be continued. In addition to the various counters illustrated in FIG. 9, the RAM 203 stores a stack area for storing the contents of the internal registers of the MPU 201 and the return address of a control program executed by the MPU 201, various flags and counters, I / O, and the like There is a work area (work area) in which the value is stored.

  Note that the RAM 203 is configured so that the backup voltage is supplied from the power supply device 115 and the data can be retained (backed up) even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is shut off, and all data stored in the RAM 203 is backed up. .

  When the power is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the stack pointer and the value of each register when the power is shut off (including when the power failure occurs, the same applies hereinafter) are stored in the RAM 203. On the other hand, at the time of power-on (including power-on due to power failure cancellation, the same applies hereinafter), the state of the pachinko machine 10 is restored to the state before power-off based on information stored in the RAM 203. Writing to the RAM 203 is executed when the power is shut off by the main process (see FIG. 23), and restoration of each value written in the RAM 203 is executed in a startup process (see FIG. 22) when the power is turned on. Note that the power failure signal SG1 from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 is input to the NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the MPU 201 when the power is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. Is input immediately, the NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 21) as a power failure process is immediately executed.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the RAM 203 has a special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, a normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b, a special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c, a normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d, It has a counter 203e and other storage area 203z.

  The special symbol holding ball storage area 203a has one execution area and four holding areas (holding first area to holding fourth area). Each of these areas has a first per-random number counter C1. Each value of the first hit type counter C2 and the stop type selection counter C3 is stored.

  More specifically, each value of each of the counters C1 to C3 is acquired at the timing when the ball wins the first entrance 64 (start winning), and the acquired data is stored in four holding areas (holding first). Among the vacant areas (1 area to reserved 4th area), the areas are stored in order from the area with the smallest area number (1st to 4th). That is, as the area number is smaller, the data corresponding to the winning that is older in time is stored, and the data corresponding to the winning that is older in time is stored in the first reserved area. If data is stored in all four reserved areas, nothing is newly stored.

  Thereafter, when the special control lottery is performed in the main controller 110, the values of the counters C1 to C3 stored in the holding first area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a are shifted to the execution area. Then, based on the values of the counters C1 to C3 stored in the execution area, a determination such as lottery of a special symbol is performed.

  Note that when the data is shifted from the reserved first area to the execution area, the reserved first area becomes empty. Therefore, a shift process is performed in which winning data stored in other reserved areas (holding second area to holding fourth area) is packed into a holding area having a smaller area number (holding first area to holding third area). Done. In the present embodiment, in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, data is shifted only for the reserved areas (second reserved area to fourth reserved area) where winning data is stored.

  Similarly to the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b has one execution area and four reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area). In each of these areas, a second random number counter C4 is stored.

  More specifically, the value of the counter C4 is acquired at the timing when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, and the acquired data is stored in four reservation areas (holding first area to holding). Among the vacant areas of the (fourth area), the areas are stored in order from the area with the smallest area number (first to fourth). That is, as with the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the data corresponding to the winning is stored while the winning order is maintained. If data is stored in all four reserved areas, nothing is newly stored.

  Thereafter, when the main controller 110 performs a lottery for a normal symbol, the value of the counter C4 stored in the holding first area of the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b is shifted to the execution area ( Based on the value of the counter C4 stored in the execution area, a determination such as lottery for a normal symbol is performed.

  When the data is shifted from the reserved first area to the execution area, the reserved first area becomes empty, and as in the case of the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a, the prizes stored in the other reserved areas are stored. A shift process is performed in which data is packed into a reserved area with an area number smaller by one. The data is also shifted only for the reserved area where the winning data is stored.

  The special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is a variation display (third symbol display) of the special symbol (first symbol) performed by the first symbol display device 37 on the basis of the entrance to the first entrance 64 (start winning prize). It is a counter that counts the number of reserved balls (number of waiting times) of the variable display performed by the device 81 up to four times. This special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is set to an initial value of zero, and every time a ball enters the first entrance 64 and the number of held balls in the variable display increases, the maximum value 4 is increased to 1. Addition is performed (see S404 in FIG. 18). On the other hand, the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is decremented by 1 every time the special symbol variation display is newly executed (see S205 in FIG. 16).

  The value of the special symbol hold ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is notified to the voice lamp control device 113 by the hold ball number command (see S206 in FIG. 16 and S405 in FIG. 18). The reserved ball number command is a command transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 every time the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is changed.

  The voice lamp control device 113 uses the hold ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110 every time the value of the special symbol hold ball number counter 203c is changed, and the variable display hold ball held in the main control device 110. You can get the value of the number itself. As a result, the number of held balls for variable display managed by the special symbol held ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 is the number of held balls for actual variable display held in the main controller 110 due to the influence of noise or the like. Even if it is deviated from, the deviation can be corrected by the next number of reserved balls command received.

  The voice lamp control device 113 manages the number of held balls based on the number of held balls command, and each time the number of held balls changes, the display hold for notifying the display control device 114 of the number of held balls. Send the ball number command. The display control device 114 displays the number of reserved balls in the sub-display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81 based on the number of reserved balls notified by the display reserved ball number command.

  The normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d displays the number of held balls (the number of waiting times) of the variable symbol display of the normal symbol (second symbol) performed by the second symbol display device 83 based on the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67. It is a counter that counts up to four times. The normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d has an initial value set to zero. Each time the ball passes through the second entrance 67 and the number of held balls for variable display increases, 1 is added to the maximum value of 4. (See S704 in FIG. 20). On the other hand, the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is decremented by 1 every time the variation display of the normal symbol (second symbol) is newly executed (see S605 in FIG. 19).

  If the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is less than 4 when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, a random number per second The value of the counter C4 is acquired, and the acquired data is stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b (S705 in FIG. 20). On the other hand, if the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is 4 when the ball passes through the left or right second entrance 67, nothing is newly stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b. It is not performed (S703 of FIG. 20: No).

  The hour / minute counter 203e is a counter that indicates whether or not the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal symbol hour / short state. If the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more, the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal symbol hour / short state. If the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0, it indicates that the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol. At this time, the initial value of the short / medium counter 203e is set to zero, and each time a special symbol lottery is performed in the main controller 110 and it is determined that the special symbol jackpot B, the value corresponding to the jackpot (this book In the embodiment, 100) is set. That is, when the special symbol is a big hit, a value corresponding to the big hit B is newly set regardless of the number of the hour / medium counter 203e.

  Specifically, when it is determined that the jackpot type is “big jackpot B”, the hour / minute counter 203e is set to 100 (see S214 in FIG. 16). Thereafter, 1 is subtracted every time the special symbol variation effect is finished until the value of the hour / short counter 203e becomes 0 (S218 in FIG. 16).

  When the normal symbol winning lottery is performed, the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is referred to. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / medium counter 203e is 0, the normal symbol lottery is performed based on the random number table per normal symbol for low probability (see S610 and S611 in FIG. 19).

  When the special symbol lottery (win / no decision) is performed when the pachinko machine 10 is in the special symbol probability changing state, the value of the first random number counter C1 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a Are compared with the 30 random numbers stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability, and when the values match each other, it is determined that the special symbol jackpot.

  Therefore, the MPU 201 makes a pass / fail judgment by comparing the value of the first hit random number counter C1 in the execution area with each of the 30 random number values stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability one by one. Therefore, if a matching value is not found, the processing takes a long time. Further, if a matching value is not found and the result of the special symbol lottery (decision of success / failure) is lost, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is stored in the stop type selection table as a process for determining the stop type at the time of disconnection. Since the process of comparing with the random number value being performed is performed, the process further takes time. More specifically, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is set to a random number value that becomes a “rear and forward outreach” in which the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol after the reach has occurred, After the occurrence, a process is performed to compare the random number value that becomes “reach other than front / rear out” that stops when the final stop symbol is not before or after the reach symbol, or the random value that becomes “completely out” without reach.

  Further, the MPU 201 provided in the main controller 110 normally uses an 8-bit MPU to facilitate the test of the pachinko machine 10, but using this 8-bit MPU, a 2-byte MPU is used. It takes a lot of processing time to compare the values of the first random number counter C1 which is a counter.

  In the present embodiment, the winning of a ball to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes. Specifically, a first entrance switch (not shown) provided in correspondence with the first entrance 64 in one timer interrupt process (first timer interrupt process) is off. Is detected, it is detected in the subsequent timer interrupt process (second timer interrupt process) that the first entrance switch is ON, and further timer interrupt process (third timer interrupt process) When it is detected that the first entrance switch is turned on, it is detected that there is a ball winning at the first entrance 64. Thereby, when the output of the first entrance switch fluctuates due to the influence of noise, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection of the winning of the ball. Thus, since the winning of the ball to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes, if the winning to the first entrance 64 is detected in a certain timer interruption process, In the timer interruption process, no winning at the first entrance 64 is detected. Therefore, the start winning is not detected in both of the timer interrupt processes that are repeatedly executed in two timer interrupt processes in which the execution order is continuous.

  An input / output port 205 is connected to the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 via a bus line 204 constituted by an address bus and a data bus. The input / output port 205 has a payout control device 111, an audio lamp control device 113, a first symbol display device 37, a second symbol display device 83, a second symbol hold lamp 84, and a lower side of the opening / closing plate of the specific winning opening 65a. A solenoid 209 made up of a large opening solenoid for opening and closing the front side and a solenoid for driving an electric accessory is connected to the MPU 201 via the input / output port 205. Send.

  The input / output port 205 is connected to various switches 208 including a switch group and a sensor group (not shown) and a RAM erasure switch circuit 253 described later provided in the power supply device 115, and the MPU 201 is output from the various switches 208. And various processes are executed based on the RAM erase signal SG2 output from the RAM erase switch circuit 253.

  The payout control device 111 drives the payout motor 216 to perform payout control of prize balls and rental balls. The MPU 211, which is an arithmetic unit, includes a ROM 212 that stores a control program executed by the MPU 211, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 213 that is used as a work memory or the like.

  The RAM 213 of the payout control device 111, like the RAM 203 of the main control device 110, has a stack area for storing the contents of the internal registers of the MPU 211, the return address of the control program executed by the MPU 211, and various flags and counters. And a work area (work area) in which values such as I / O are stored. The RAM 213 is configured to be able to retain (backup) data by being supplied with a backup voltage from the power supply device 115 even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off, and all data stored in the RAM 213 is backed up. As with the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, the power failure signal SG1 is also input to the NMI terminal of the MPU 211 from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 when the power is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. When input to the MPU 211, an NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 21) as a power failure process is immediately executed.

  An input / output port 215 is connected to the MPU 211 of the payout control device 111 via a bus line 214 composed of an address bus and a data bus. The main control device 110, the payout motor 216, the firing control device 112, and the like are connected to the input / output port 215, respectively. Although not shown, the payout control device 111 is connected to a prize ball detection switch for detecting a prize ball that has been paid out. The prize ball detection switch is connected to the payout control device 111 but is not connected to the main control device 110.

  The launch control device 112 controls the ball launch unit 112a so that the launch strength of the ball according to the rotational operation amount of the operation handle 51 is obtained when the main control device 110 gives an instruction to launch a ball. The ball launching unit 112a includes a launching solenoid and an electromagnet (not shown), and the firing solenoid and the electromagnet are permitted to be driven when predetermined conditions are met. Specifically, the operation handle 51 is detected on the condition that the touch sensor 51a detects that the player is touching the operation handle 51 and the stop switch 51b for stopping the ball firing is turned off (not operated). The firing solenoid is excited in accordance with the amount of rotation 51, and a ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the amount of operation of the operation handle 51.

  The sound lamp control device 113 outputs sound in a sound output device (such as a speaker (not shown)) 226, outputs lighting and extinguishing in a lamp display device (lighting units 29 to 33, display lamp 34, etc.) 227, and fluctuating effects (fluctuation). Display) and the setting of the display mode of the third symbol display device 81 performed by the display control device 114 such as a continuous notice effect. The MPU 221 that is an arithmetic unit includes a ROM 222 that stores a control program executed by the MPU 221, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 223 that is used as a work memory or the like.

  An input / output port 225 is connected to the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 via a bus line 224 including an address bus and a data bus. Main controller 110, display controller 114, audio output device 226, lamp display device 227, frame button 22 and the like are connected to input / output port 225, respectively.

  The voice lamp control device 113 monitors the input from the frame button 22, and when the player operates the frame button 22, the stage displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed, or the super-reach is performed. The audio output device 226 and the lamp display device 227 are controlled so as to change the effect contents, and the display control device 114 is instructed. When the stage is changed, a rear image change command including information about the changed stage is transmitted to the display control device 114 so that the rear image corresponding to the changed stage is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. . Here, the back image is an image displayed on the back side of the third symbol, which is a main image displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  The sound lamp control device 113 determines an error according to the command from the main control device 110 or the status of various devices connected to the sound lamp control device 113, and displays and controls the error command including the type of the error. To device 114. The display control device 114 performs control to display an error message image corresponding to an error type (for example, vibration error) indicated by the received error command on the third symbol display device 81 without delay.

  The RAM 223 of the sound lamp control device 113 is provided with at least a special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a, a fluctuation start flag 223b, a stop type selection flag 223c, and a fluctuation pattern storage area 223d.

  The special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is a variation effect (variable display) performed by the first symbol display device 37 (and the third symbol display device 81), like the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main controller 110. Thus, the counter is a counter that counts up to four times the number of balls to be held (the number of standby times) of the fluctuating effects held in the main controller 110.

  As described above, the sound lamp control device 113 cannot directly access the main control device 110 to obtain the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c stored in the RAM 203 of the main control device 110. Therefore, the sound lamp control device 113 counts the number of held balls based on the number of held balls command transmitted from the main control device 110, and manages the number of held balls by the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a. It has become.

  Specifically, in the main controller 110, when the number of held balls for variation display is added by entering the first entrance 64, or in the main controller 110, variation display in a special symbol is executed. When the number of reserved balls is subtracted, a reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c after addition or after subtraction is transmitted to the voice lamp control device 113.

  When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110, the voice lamp control device 113 acquires the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110 from the reserved ball number command, Stored in the symbol holding ball number counter 223a (see S1408 in FIG. 26). In this way, the voice lamp control device 113 updates the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a in accordance with the reserved ball number command transmitted from the main control device 110. Therefore, the special symbol reserved ball number counter of the main control device 110 is updated. The value can be updated while synchronizing with 203c.

  The value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is used to display the reserved ball number symbol on the third symbol display device 81. That is, in response to the reception of the reserved ball number command, the voice lamp control device 113 stores the reserved ball number indicated by the command in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a, and the stored special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a. In order to notify the display controller 114 of this value, a display reserved ball number command is transmitted to the display controller 114.

  When the display control device 114 receives this display reserved ball number command, the number of reserved balls corresponding to the value of the reserved ball number indicated by the command, that is, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113. The drawing of the image is controlled so that the symbol is displayed in the sub display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81. As described above, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is changed in synchronization with the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203a of the main controller 110. Therefore, the number of reserved ball numbers displayed in the sub-display area Ds of the third symbol display device 81 can also be changed in synchronization with the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203a of the main controller 110. Therefore, the third symbol display device 81 can accurately display the number of held balls whose variation display is held.

  The variation start flag 223b is turned on when a variation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 is received (see S1402 in FIG. 26), and is turned off when variation display is set in the third symbol display device 81. (See S1702 in FIG. 28). When the fluctuation start flag 223b is turned on, the display fluctuation pattern command is set based on the fluctuation pattern extracted from the received fluctuation pattern command.

  The display variation pattern command set here is stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 223, and in the command output process (S1302) of the main process (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221. It is transmitted toward the display control device 114. The display control device 114 receives the display variation pattern command so that the third symbol display device 81 performs the variation display of the third symbol with the variation pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command. Display control of the variation effect is started.

  The stop type selection flag 223c is turned on when a stop type command transmitted from the main controller 110 is received (see S1405 in FIG. 26), and is turned off when the stop type is set in the third symbol display device 81. (See S1707 in FIG. 28). When the stop type selection flag 223c is turned on, the stop type extracted from the received stop type command (a jackpot type in the case of a jackpot) is set as it is.

  The RAM 223 has, as the other storage area 223z, a command storage area for temporarily storing a command received from the main controller 110 until processing corresponding to the command is performed. Note that the command storage area includes a ring buffer, and data is read and written by a FIFO (First In First Out) method. When the command determination process (see FIG. 26) of the sound lamp processing device 113 is executed, the first stored command is read out of the unprocessed commands stored in the command storage area. The command is analyzed and processing corresponding to the command is performed.

  The display control device 114 is connected to the voice lamp control device 113 and the third symbol display device 81, and based on a command received from the voice lamp control device 113, the third symbol display device 81 displays the variation of the third symbol (variation). Control). Details of the display control device 114 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  The power supply device 115 includes a power supply unit 251 for supplying power to each unit of the pachinko machine 10, a power failure monitoring circuit 252 for monitoring power interruption due to a power failure, and a RAM deletion switch 122 (see FIG. 3). And an erasing switch circuit 253. The power supply unit 251 is a device that supplies a necessary operating voltage to each of the control devices 110 to 114 through a power supply path (not shown). As its outline, the power supply unit 251 takes in the voltage of AC 24 volts supplied from the outside, and drives various switches such as various switches 208, solenoids such as the solenoid 209, motors, etc. A 5 volt voltage for logic, a backup voltage for RAM backup, and the like are generated, and the 12 volt voltage, the 5 volt voltage, and the backup voltage are supplied to the control devices 110 to 114 as necessary voltages.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 252 is a circuit for outputting a power failure signal SG1 to each NMI terminal of the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 and the MPU 211 of the payout control device 111 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. The power failure monitoring circuit 252 monitors the DC stable voltage of 24 volts, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply unit 251, and determines that a power failure (power interruption, power interruption) occurs when this voltage falls below 22 volts. Then, the power failure signal SG1 is output to the main controller 110 and the payout controller 111. By the output of the power failure signal SG1, the main controller 110 and the payout controller 111 recognize the occurrence of the power failure and execute the NMI interrupt process. Note that the power supply unit 251 outputs a voltage of 5 volts, which is a drive voltage of the control system, for a time sufficient to execute the NMI interrupt processing even after the DC stable voltage of 24 volts becomes less than 22 volts. Is maintained at a normal value. Therefore, main controller 110 and payout controller 111 can normally execute and complete the NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 24).

  The RAM erase switch circuit 253 is a circuit for outputting a RAM erase signal SG2 for clearing backup data to the main controller 110 when the RAM erase switch 122 (see FIG. 3) is pressed. When the RAM erase signal SG2 is input when the pachinko machine 10 is powered on, the main control device 110 clears the backup data, and the payout control device 111 issues a payout initialization command for clearing the backup data. Transmit to device 111.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 11 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114. The display control device 114 includes an MPU 231, a work RAM 233, a character ROM 234, a resident video RAM 235, a normal video RAM 236, an image controller 237, an input port 238, an output port 239, and bus lines 240 and 241. have.

  The input side of the input port 238 is connected to the output side of the sound lamp control device 113, and the output side of the input port 238 is connected to the MPU 231, work RAM 233, character ROM 234, and image controller 237 via the bus line 240. . A resident video RAM 235 and a normal video RAM 236 are connected to the image controller 237, and an output port 239 is connected via a bus line 241. A third symbol display device 81 is connected to the output side of the output port 239.

  It should be noted that the pachinko machine 10 is a symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 even if it is a different model that has different lottery probabilities for special symbol jackpots or different number of prize balls to be paid out for one special symbol jackpot. Since there are models having the same specifications, the display control device 114 is made a common part to reduce costs.

  In the following, the MPU 231, the character ROM 234, the image controller 237, the resident video RAM 235, and the normal video RAM 236 will be described first, and then the work RAM 233 will be described.

  First, the MPU 231 controls the display content of the third symbol display device 81 based on the display variation pattern command output from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the variation pattern command of the main control device 110. The MPU 231 has a built-in instruction pointer 231a, reads and fetches the instruction code stored at the address indicated by the instruction pointer 231a, and executes various processes according to the instruction code. The MPU 231 is configured to receive a system reset from the power supply device 115 immediately after power-on (including power recovery from a power failure; the same applies hereinafter). When the system reset is released, the instruction pointer 231a Is automatically set to “0000H” by the hardware of the MPU 231. Each time the instruction code is fetched, the value of the instruction pointer 231a is incremented by one. When the MPU 231 executes an instruction pointer setting instruction, the pointer value designated by the setting instruction is set in the instruction pointer 231a.

  Although details will be described later, in this embodiment, the control program executed by the MPU 231 and various fixed value data used in the control program are provided with a dedicated program ROM as in a conventional gaming machine. Is stored in a character ROM 234 provided for storing image data to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  As will be described in detail later, the character ROM 234 is configured by a NAND flash memory 234a capable of increasing the capacity with a small area. As a result, not only image data but also a control program or the like can be sufficiently stored. If a control program or the like is stored in the character ROM 234, there is no need to provide a dedicated program ROM for storing the control program or the like. Therefore, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  On the other hand, the NAND flash memory has a problem that the reading speed becomes slow particularly when random access is performed. For example, in the case of reading data continuously arranged on a plurality of pages, the data on the second and subsequent pages can be read at high speed, but an address is specified for reading the data on the first page. It takes a long time for the data to be output. Further, when reading non-continuous data, a long time is required every time the data is read. As described above, since the NAND flash memory is slow in reading, if the MPU 231 directly reads the control program from the character ROM 234 and executes various processes, it takes time to read the instructions constituting the control program. May occur, and even if a high-performance processor is used as the MPU 231, the processing performance of the display control device 114 may be deteriorated.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the system reset of the MPU 231 is released, first, the control program stored in the NAND flash memory 234a of the character ROM 234 is transferred to the work RAM 233 provided for temporary storage of various data. Store. Then, the MPU 231 executes various processes according to the control program stored in the work RAM 233. As will be described later, the work RAM 233 is configured by a DRAM (Dynamic RAM), and data is read and written at high speed. Therefore, the MPU 231 can read instructions constituting the control program without delay. Therefore, it is possible to maintain high processing performance in the display control device 114, and it is possible to easily execute diversified and complicated effects using the third symbol display device 81.

  The character ROM 234 is a memory that stores a control program executed in the MPU 231 and image data displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and is connected to the MPU 231 via the bus line 240. The MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 via the bus line 240 after canceling the system reset, and transfers the control program stored in a second program storage area 234a1 (to be described later) of the character ROM 234 to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. An image controller 237 is also connected to the bus line 240, and the image controller 237 converts image data stored in a character storage area 234a2 (to be described later) of the character ROM 234 into a resident video RAM 235 connected to the image controller 237, Transfer to normal video RAM 236.

  The character ROM 234 is configured by modularizing a NAND flash memory 234a, a ROM controller 234b, a buffer RAM 234c, and a NOR ROM 234d.

  The NAND flash memory 234a is a non-volatile memory provided as a main storage unit in the character ROM 234. Most of the control program executed by the MPU 231 and fixed value data for driving the third symbol display device 81 are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a. It has at least a second program storage area 234a1 for storing, and a character storage area 234a2 for storing data of an image (such as a character) to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  Here, the NAND flash memory has a feature that a large storage capacity can be obtained with a small area, and the capacity of the character ROM 234 can be easily increased. Thus, in this pachinko machine, for example, by using the NAND flash memory 234a having a capacity of 2 gigabytes, many images can be stored in the character storage area 234a2 as images to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can. Therefore, in order to further enhance the interest of the player, the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be diversified and complicated.

  In addition, the NAND flash memory 234a can store a control program and fixed value data in the second program storage area 234a1 in a state where a lot of image data is stored in the character storage area 234a2. Thus, the control program and fixed value data are provided for storing the image data to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 without storing the dedicated program ROM as in the conventional gaming machine. Since it can be stored in the character ROM 234, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  The ROM controller 234b is a controller for controlling the operation of the character ROM 234. For example, based on the address transmitted from the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240, the corresponding data from the NAND flash memory 234a or the like. Are output to the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240.

  Here, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, a relatively large number of error bits (bits in which erroneous data has been written) are generated when data is written, or defective data blocks in which data cannot be written are generated. Or Therefore, the ROM controller 234b performs known error correction on the data read from the NAND flash memory 234a, and is known so that data is read from and written to the NAND flash memory 234a while avoiding a defective data block. Performs data address conversion.

  Since the ROM controller 234b performs error correction on the data read from the NAND flash memory 234a including the error bit, even if the NAND flash memory 234a is used as the character ROM 234, it is based on the erroneous data. Thus, it is possible to prevent the MPU 231 from performing processing and the image controller 237 from generating various images.

  In addition, since the ROM controller 234b analyzes the defective data block of the NAND flash memory 234a and avoids access to the defective data block, the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 have different defective data in each NAND flash memory 234a. The character ROM 234 can be easily accessed without considering the block address position. Therefore, even if the NAND flash memory 234a is used for the character ROM 234, it is possible to prevent the access control to the character ROM 234 from becoming complicated.

  The buffer RAM 234c is a memory used as a buffer for temporarily storing data read from the NAND flash memory 234a. When an address assigned to the character ROM 234 is designated from the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 via the bus line 240, the ROM controller 234b is for one page including data corresponding to the designated address (for example, 2 kilobytes). It is determined whether or not the data is set in the buffer RAM 234c. If not set, data for one page (for example, 2 kilobytes) including data corresponding to the designated address is read from the NAND flash memory 234a (or NOR ROM 234d) and temporarily set in the buffer RAM 234c. To do. Then, the ROM controller 234b performs known error correction processing, and then outputs data corresponding to the designated address to the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 via the bus line 240.

  The buffer RAM 234c is composed of two banks, and data for one page of the NAND flash memory 234a can be set per bank. Thereby, for example, the ROM controller 234b outputs the data of the NAND flash memory 234a to the outside using the other bank while the data is set in one bank, or is designated by the MPU 231 or the image controller 237. One page of data including the data corresponding to the designated address is transferred from the NAND flash memory 234a to one bank and set, and the data corresponding to the address designated by the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 is set to the other The process of reading from the bank and outputting to the MPU 231 or the image controller 237 can be performed in parallel. Therefore, the responsiveness in reading out the character ROM 234 can be improved.

  The NOR ROM 234d is a non-volatile memory provided as a sub storage unit in the character ROM 234, and has an extremely small capacity (for example, 2 kilobytes) than the NAND flash memory 234a for the purpose of complementing the NAND flash memory 234a. ). In the NOR type ROM 234d, among the control programs stored in the character ROM 234, a program that is not stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, specifically, first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231. At least a first program storage area 234d1 for storing a part of the boot program to be executed is provided.

  The boot program is a control program for activating the display control device 114 so that various controls on the third symbol display device 81 can be executed. The MPU 231 first executes this boot program after the system reset is released. As a result, the display control device 114 can be in a state where various controls can be executed. The first program storage area 234d1 should be processed first by the MPU 231 after releasing the system reset within the capacity range of one bank of the buffer RAM 234c (that is, one page of the NAND flash memory 234a) in the boot program. A predetermined number of instructions (for example, instructions for 1024 words (1 word = 2 bytes) if the capacity of one page is 2 kilobytes) are stored. The number of boot program instructions stored in the first program storage area 234d1 only needs to be less than or equal to the capacity of one bank of the buffer RAM 234c, and is appropriately set according to the specifications of the display control device 114. There may be.

  When the system reset is released, the MPU 231 sets the value of the instruction pointer 231a to “0000H” by hardware and designates the address “0000H” indicated by the instruction pointer 231a for the bus line 240. It is configured. On the other hand, when the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 detects that the address "0000H" is designated on the bus line 240, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d is transferred to one bank of the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) is output to the MPU 231.

  When the MPU 231 fetches the instruction code received from the character ROM 234, the MPU 231 executes various processes according to the fetched instruction code, adds 1 to the instruction pointer 231a, and sends the address indicated by the instruction pointer 231a to the bus line 240. Specify. Then, the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 reads from the programs previously set in the buffer RAM 234c from the NOR ROM 234d while the address specified by the bus line 240 is an address indicating the program stored in the NOR ROM 234d. The instruction code of the corresponding address is read from the buffer RAM 234c and output to the MPU 231.

  In this embodiment, instead of storing all the control programs in the NAND flash memory 234a, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after canceling the system reset in the boot program are obtained from the NOR ROM 234d. The reason for storing is in the following reason. In other words, as described above, the NAND flash memory 234a is unique to the NAND flash memory in that it takes a long time for data to be output after the address is specified when reading the first page of data. There's a problem.

  When all the control programs are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a, the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 in order to fetch the instruction code to be executed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released. In this case, the character ROM 234 must read out data for one page including data (instruction code) corresponding to the address “0000H” from the NAND flash memory 234a and set it in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, it takes a lot of time from reading to setting to the buffer RAM 234c. It takes a lot of waiting time to receive the code. Therefore, since the time required for starting the MPU 231 becomes longer, as a result, there is a problem that the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 may not be started immediately.

  On the other hand, since the NOR-type ROM is a memory that can read data at high speed, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released is stored in the NOR-type ROM 234d in the boot program. Thus, when the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 after the system reset is released, the character ROM 234 immediately loads the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR-type ROM 234d into the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) can be output to the MPU 231. Therefore, the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, and can activate the MPU 231 in a short time. Therefore, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 can be started immediately.

  The boot program is a control program other than the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, that is, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d. The program storage area of the work RAM 233 stores fixed value data (for example, a display data table, a transfer data table, etc. described later) used in the control program by a predetermined amount (for example, the capacity of one page of the NAND flash memory 234a). It is programmed to transfer to 233a and data table storage area 233b. Then, the MPU 231 first sets the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 according to the boot program read from the first program storage area 234d1 after the system reset is released, in the first program storage area 234d1. While using a bank different from the buffer RAM 234c, a predetermined amount is transferred and stored in the program storage area 233a.

  Here, since the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 has a capacity corresponding to one bank of the buffer RAM 234c as described above, the address of the internal bus is designated as “0000H”. In response to this, when the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1 is set in the buffer RAM 234c, the boot program is set only in one bank of the buffer RAM 234c. Therefore, when the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 is transferred to the program storage area 233a in accordance with the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1, the first program set in one bank of the buffer RAM 234c The transfer process can be executed using the other bank while leaving the boot program in the storage area 234d1. Therefore, it is not necessary to set the boot program in the first program storage area 234d1 again in the buffer RAM 234c after the transfer process, so that the time related to the boot process can be shortened.

  When the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 transfers a predetermined amount of the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a, the instruction pointer 231a is transferred to the program storage area 233a. It is programmed to set to the first predetermined address. Thus, after the system reset is released, when the MPU 231 transfers the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a, the instruction pointer 231a is transferred to the first predetermined storage area 233a. Set to the address.

  Therefore, when a predetermined amount of programs stored in the second program storage area 234a1 is stored in the program storage area 233a, the MPU 231 reads out the control program stored in the program storage area 233a, Various processes can be executed. That is, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the work RAM 233 having the program storage area 233a and fetches the instruction instead of reading the control program from the NAND flash memory 234a having the second program storage area 234a1. Then, various processes are executed. As will be described later, since the work RAM 233 is composed of a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when most of the control program is stored in the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the MPU 231 can fetch an instruction at a high speed and execute processing for the instruction.

  Here, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 includes the remaining boot programs that are not stored in the first program storage area 234d1. On the other hand, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 is the control program transferred from the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. It is programmed to be included, and programmed to set the instruction pointer 231a with the first address of the remaining boot program stored in the program storage area 233a as the first predetermined address.

  Thereby, the MPU 231 transfers the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a by the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1, and then transfers the control program. The remaining boot program included in the control program is executed.

  In this remaining boot program, the remaining control program that has not been transferred to the program storage area 233a and fixed value data (for example, a display data table and a transfer data table described later) that are used in the control program are all stored in the second program. A process of transferring a predetermined amount from the area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b is executed. At the end of the boot program, the instruction pointer 231a is set to a second predetermined address in the program storage area 233a. Specifically, an initialization process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) executed after the end of the boot process (see S1801 in FIG. 29) stored in the program storage area 233a as the second predetermined address. Set the start address of the program corresponding to.

  By executing the remaining boot program, the MPU 231 transfers all the control programs and fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b. When the boot program is executed to the end by the MPU 231, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the second predetermined address. Thereafter, the MPU 231 is transferred to the program storage area 233a without referring to the NAND flash memory 234a. Various processes are executed using the control program.

  Therefore, even when most of the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the control program is transferred to the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 after the system reset is released. Thus, the MPU 231 can read out the control program from the work RAM constituted by the DRAM having a high reading speed and perform various controls. Accordingly, high processing performance can be maintained in the display control device 114, and the diversified and complicated effects can be easily executed using the third symbol display device 81.

  Further, as described above, a predetermined number of instructions are stored from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released without storing the entire boot program in the NOR-type ROM 234d. Even if the program is stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 can be reliably transferred to the program storage area 233a. Therefore, the character ROM 234 can start up the MPU 231 in a short time only by adding an extremely small-capacity NOR-type ROM 234d, thereby suppressing an increase in the cost of the character ROM 234 due to the shortening of the time. Can do.

  The image controller 237 is a digital signal processor (DSP) that draws an image and displays the drawn image on the third symbol display device 81 at a predetermined timing. The image controller 237 draws an image for one frame based on a drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, transmitted from the MPU 231, and either one of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c, which will be described later. The image drawn in the buffer is developed, and the image information for one frame previously developed in the other frame buffer is output to the third symbol display device 81 to display the image on the third symbol display device 81. . The image controller 237 performs the image drawing process for one frame and the image display process for one frame on the image display time for one frame on the third symbol display device 81 (20 milliseconds in this embodiment). Parallel processing in

  The image controller 237 transmits a vertical synchronization interrupt signal (hereinafter referred to as a “V interrupt signal”) to the MPU 231 every 20 milliseconds when drawing processing of an image for one frame is completed. Each time the MPU 231 detects this V-interrupt signal, it executes a V-interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) and instructs the image controller 237 to draw an image for the next one frame. In response to this instruction, the image controller 237 executes a drawing process for the image for the next one frame, and also executes a process for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display the image previously developed by the drawing.

  As described above, the MPU 231 executes the V interrupt process in accordance with the V interrupt signal from the image controller 237 and gives a drawing instruction to the image controller 237. Therefore, the image controller 237 performs the image drawing process and display. An image drawing instruction can be received from the MPU 231 every processing interval (20 milliseconds). Therefore, the image controller 237 does not receive an instruction to draw the next image when the image drawing process or the display process is not finished, so that drawing of a new image is started in the middle of drawing the image, It is possible to prevent the image from being developed in response to a new drawing instruction in the frame buffer in which the image information being displayed is stored.

  The image controller 237 also executes processing for transferring image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 based on the transfer instruction from the MPU 231 and the transfer data information included in the drawing list.

  The image drawing is performed using image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236. That is, the image data required for drawing is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 based on an instruction from the MPU 231 before the drawing is performed.

  Here, the NAND flash memory facilitates an increase in the capacity of the ROM, while the reading speed is slower than other ROMs (mask ROM, EEPROM, etc.). On the other hand, in the display control device 114, the MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to transfer a part of the image data stored in the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on. It is configured to As will be described later, the image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 is controlled to be resident without being overwritten.

  Thus, after the transfer of the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on, the image controller 237 draws an image while using the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235. Processing can be performed. Therefore, if the image data used for the drawing process is resident in the resident video RAM 235, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed during image drawing. The time required for the readout can be omitted, and the image drawn can be immediately displayed and the image drawn on the third symbol display device 81 can be displayed.

  In particular, the resident video RAM 235 resident image data of frequently displayed images or image data of images to be displayed immediately after the display is determined by the main control device 110 or the display control device 114. Even if the character ROM 234 is composed of the NAND flash memory 234a, the responsiveness until a certain image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  Further, when the image is drawn using the non-resident image data in the resident video RAM 235, the display control device 114 is necessary for drawing from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 before the drawing is performed. The MPU 231 is configured to instruct the image controller 237 to transfer the image data. As will be described later, the image data transferred to the normal video RAM 236 may be deleted by overwriting after being used for image drawing, but at the time of image drawing, the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used. Therefore, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 configured as described above, and the time required for the reading can be omitted. Therefore, it is possible to immediately draw the image and display the drawn image on the third symbol display device 81. it can.

  Further, by storing the image data in the normal video RAM 236, it is not necessary to make all the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, it is not necessary to prepare a large capacity resident video RAM 235. Therefore, an increase in cost due to the provision of the resident video RAM 235 can be suppressed.

  The image controller 237 has a buffer RAM 237a configured by an SRAM of 132 kilobytes that is a capacity of one block of the NAND flash memory 234a.

  In the image data transfer instruction that the MPU 231 performs to the image controller 237 according to the transfer instruction or the transfer data information of the drawing list, the start address (storage source start address) of the character ROM 234 storing the image data to be transferred is used. Final address (storage source final address), transfer destination information (information indicating whether to transfer to resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236), and start of transfer destination (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) An address is included. Note that the data size of the image data to be transferred may be included instead of the storage source final address.

  The image controller 237 reads data for one block from a predetermined address of the character ROM 234 according to the various information of the transfer instruction, temporarily stores the data in the buffer RAM 237a, and the buffer RAM 237a when the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is not used. Is transferred to the resident RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. The process is repeatedly executed until all the image data stored in the storage source end address indicated by the transfer instruction is transferred.

  Thus, the image data read from the character ROM 234 over time is temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a, and then the image data is transferred from the buffer RAM 237a to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 in a short time. Can do. Therefore, while the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236, the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is prevented from being occupied for a long time by the transfer of the image data. be able to. Therefore, since the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are occupied by the transfer of the image data, the video RAMs 235 and 236 cannot be used for the image drawing process. It is possible to prevent the display on the third symbol display device 81 from being in time.

  In addition, since the image controller 237 transfers image data from the buffer RAM 234c to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236, the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 perform image drawing processing and third symbol display. The period that is not used for the display process on the device 81 can be easily determined, and the process can be simplified.

  The resident video RAM 235 is used so that the image data transferred from the character ROM 234 is kept overwritten without being overwritten during power-on, and the main image area 235a, the back image area 235c, and the character symbol area when the power is turned on. 235e and an error message image area 235f, at least a power-on variation image area 235b and a third symbol area 235d are provided.

  The power-on main image area 235a is a power-on main image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 from when the power is turned on until all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is stored. This area stores the corresponding data. Further, in the power-on variation image area 235b, a game is started by the player while the main image at power-on is displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, and the entrance to the first entrance 64 is detected. In this case, the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image that displays the lottery result performed in the main controller 110 by the variation effect is stored.

  When the power supply from the power supply unit 251 is started, the MPU 231 transfers the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a. A transfer instruction is transmitted to the controller 237 (see S1803 and S1804 in FIG. 29).

  The fluctuation image at power-on will be described. The power-on image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while the image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is being transferred from the character ROM 234 immediately after the display control device 114 is turned on. It is explanatory drawing to do.

  The display control device 114 transfers the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation image area 235b immediately after the power is turned on. Subsequently, the remaining image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. While the remaining image data is being transferred, the display control device 114 uses the image data previously stored in the power-on main image area 235a to display a power-on main image (not shown). It is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  At this time, when the display variation pattern command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 is received based on the variation pattern command from the main control device 110 that is a variation start instruction command, the display control device 114 displays the power-on main image. On the display screen of, the fluctuation image at power-on of the “○” symbol at the lower right position toward the screen and the fluctuation image at power-on of the “×” symbol at the same position as the “○” symbol. It is displayed repeatedly alternately.

  The MPU 231 uses the image data stored in the main image area 235a when the power is turned on to the image controller 237 until all the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235. Instructs to draw main image when power is turned on. Thus, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the player or the hall related person can confirm the main image at the time of power-on displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can. Therefore, the display control device 114 transfers the remaining image data to be resident over time from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image when the power is turned on on the third symbol display device 81. be able to. Further, since the player or the like can recognize that some processing is being performed while the main image at the time of power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image to be resident in the remaining resident video RAM 235. Wait until the transfer of image data to the resident video RAM 235 is completed without worrying about whether the operation has stopped until the data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Can do.

  Also, in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacture, the main image at power-on is immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the third symbol display device 81 starts operating without any problem when the power is turned on. In addition, it is possible to suppress the deterioration of the efficiency of the operation check by using the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed as the character ROM 234.

  In addition, when the player starts playing while the main image at the time of power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and a ball is detected in the first entrance ball 64, the fluctuation image area at the time of power-on The MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to draw a power-on variation image using image data corresponding to the power-on variation image resident in 235b. Thereby, a simple variation effect can be performed using the variation image at power-on. Therefore, the player can confirm that the lottery is surely performed by the simple variation effect even while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on.

  Further, when the main image at power-on is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image data corresponding to the varying effect image at power-on is already resident in the power-on varying image area 235b. When a ball is detected in the first entrance sphere 64 while the hour main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the corresponding variation effect can be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81. it can.

  Returning to FIG. 11, the description will be continued. The back image area 235c is an area for storing image data corresponding to the back image displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the third symbol area 235d, numbers “0” to “9” are resident as main symbols. These image data are used for the demonstration effect displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 when the next variation effect accompanying the start prize is not started even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the one variation effect was stopped. It is done. Thus, when the demonstration effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the main symbol is displayed as the third symbol in the demonstration effect.

  The character symbol area 235e is an area for storing image data corresponding to character symbols used in various effects displayed on the third symbol display device 81. In the pachinko machine 10, various characters such as “boy” are displayed in accordance with various effects, and data corresponding to these characters is displayed in the character design area 235e, so that display control is performed. When the device 114 changes the character design based on the content of the command received from the audio lamp control device 113, the device 114 does not newly read the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234, but reads it into the character design area 235e of the resident video RAM 235. A predetermined image can be drawn by the image controller 237 by reading the image data resident in advance. Thereby, since it is not necessary to read the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234, even if the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used for the character ROM 234, the character design can be changed immediately.

  The error message image area 235f is an area for storing image data corresponding to an error message displayed when an error occurs in the pachinko machine 10. In the pachinko machine 10, for example, when the sound lamp control device 113 detects vibration from the output of a vibration sensor (not shown) attached to the back surface of the game board 13, the sound lamp control device 113 generates a vibration error. The display controller 114 is notified by an error command. Further, when the occurrence of other errors is detected by the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 notifies the display control device 114 of the occurrence of the error together with the error type by an error command. When receiving an error command, the display control device 114 is configured to display an error message corresponding to the received error on the third symbol display device 81.

  Here, the error message is required to be displayed almost simultaneously with the occurrence of the error from the viewpoint of preventing the player's fraud and protecting the player against the error. In the pachinko machine 10, since the image data corresponding to various error messages is resident in the error message image area 235f in advance, the display control device 114 performs the error message of the resident video RAM 235 based on the received error command. By reading out image data resident in the image area 235f in advance, each error message image can be immediately drawn by the image controller 237. This eliminates the need to sequentially read out image data corresponding to the error message from the character ROM 234. Therefore, even if the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed is used as the character ROM 234, the corresponding error message is received after the error command is received. It can be displayed immediately.

  The normal video RAM 236 is used so that data is overwritten and updated as needed, and is provided with at least an image storage area 236a, a first frame buffer 236b, and a second frame buffer 236c.

  The image storage area 236a is an area for storing image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 among image data necessary for drawing an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The image storage area 236a is divided into a plurality of subareas, and the type of image data stored in each subarea is predetermined for each subarea.

  The MPU 231 transmits image data required for subsequent image drawing out of the image data not resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the sub-areas provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 from the character ROM 234. The image controller 237 is instructed to transfer the type of the image data to a predetermined sub-area to be stored. As a result, the image controller 237 reads the image data instructed by the MPU 231 from the character ROM 234, and transfers the read image data to a specified sub-area designated in the image storage area 236a via the buffer RAM 237a.

  The image data transfer instruction is performed by including transfer data information in a drawing list (to be described later) in which the MPU 231 instructs the image controller 237 to draw an image. As a result, the MPU 231 can perform an image drawing instruction and an image data transfer instruction simply by transmitting the drawing list to the image controller 237, thereby reducing the processing load.

  The first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c are buffers for expanding an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The image controller 237 writes an image for one frame drawn in accordance with an instruction from the MPU 231 into one of the frame buffers of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c. While the image is developed and the image is developed in one of the frame buffers, the image information of one frame previously developed from the other frame buffer is read, and the third symbol display device 81 is read together with the drive signal. By transmitting the image information, the third symbol display device 81 executes a process for displaying the image for one frame.

  As described above, by providing the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c as the frame buffers, the image controller 237 can simultaneously develop an image for one frame drawn in one of the frame buffers. The first frame image developed from the other frame buffer can be read out, and the read one frame image can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  A frame buffer for developing an image for one frame and a frame buffer for reading out image information for one frame for displaying an image on the third symbol display device 81 include an image drawing process for one frame. Every 20 milliseconds to be completed, the MPU 231 designates one of the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c alternately.

  That is, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading image information for one frame, and When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for the image for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which the image information is read out. Thereby, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read out and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. The

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. As a result, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. The Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately alternating and designating, it is possible to continuously display an image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing an image for one frame.

  The work RAM 233 is a memory for storing a control program and fixed value data stored in the character ROM 234, and temporarily storing work data and flags used when executing various control programs by the MPU 231. Composed. The work RAM 233 includes a program storage area 233a, a data table storage area 233b, a simple image display flag 233c, a display data table buffer 233d, a transfer data table buffer 233e, a pointer 233f, a drawing list area 233g, a time counter 233h, and stored image data discrimination. It has at least a flag 233i and a drawing target buffer flag 233j.

  The program storage area 233a is an area for storing a control program executed by the MPU 231. When the system reset is released, the MPU 231 reads the control program from the character ROM 234, transfers it to the work RAM 233, and stores it in this program storage area 233a. When all the control programs are stored in the program storage area 233a, the MPU 231 executes various controls using the control program stored in the program storage area 233a. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the display control device 114 can maintain high processing performance, and the third symbol display device 81 Can be used to easily perform diversified and complicated effects.

  The data table storage area 233b includes a display data table describing display contents to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 over time for one effect to be displayed based on a command from the main control device 110, and display data. This is an area for storing transfer data information of image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 and transfer data table that defines transfer timing among image data used in one effect displayed by the table.

  These data tables are normally stored as a kind of fixed value data in the second program storage area 434 provided in the NAND flash memory 234a of the character ROM 234, and are in accordance with a boot program executed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released. These data tables are transferred from the character ROM 234 to the work RAM 233 and stored in the data table storage area 233b. When all the data tables are stored in the data table storage area 233b, the MPU 231 thereafter controls the display of the third symbol display device 81 using the data table stored in the data table storage area 233b. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when various data tables are stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the display control device 114 can maintain high processing performance, and the third symbol display device Using 81, it is possible to easily execute diversified and complicated effects.

  Here, details of various data tables will be described. First, the display data table is prepared for each effect mode of each effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on a command from the main control device 110. A display data table corresponding to is prepared.

  The variation effect is an effect that is started in the third symbol display device 81 when a display variation pattern command is received from the sound lamp control device 113. When a display variation pattern command is received, a display stop type command indicating a variation effect stop type is also received. For example, when a variation effect is started, if the stop type of the variation effect is out, the stop symbol indicating the outage is finally stopped and displayed, while the stop type of the variation effect is a jackpot A, a jackpot B If it is any of these, the stop symbol which shows each jackpot will be stop-displayed finally. The player can recognize the jackpot type by visually recognizing the stop symbol in this variation effect, and can easily determine the game value given according to the jackpot type.

  As described above, the demonstration effect is an effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the next variation effect associated with the start winning prize is not started even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the one variation effect was stopped. The third symbol of the main symbol composed of the numbers “0” to “9” is stopped and displayed, and only the back image is changed. If a demonstration effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, a player or a hall-related person can recognize that no game is being played in the pachinko machine 10.

  In the data table storage area 233b, one display data table corresponding to each of the variable display effect and the demonstration effect is stored. Further, the variation display data table, which is a display data table for variation effects, has 32 tables in total for one variation effect pattern, if there are 32 variable effect patterns to be set.

  Here, the details of the display data table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram schematically showing an example of the variable display data table in the display data table. The display data table should be displayed at the time corresponding to the address in which the time for displaying an image for one frame on the third symbol display device 81 (in this embodiment, 20 milliseconds) is represented as one unit. The content (drawing content) of an image for one frame is defined in detail.

  The drawing content specifies the type of sprite for each sprite that is a display object constituting an image for one frame, and the display position coordinates, magnification, rotation angle, and translucency according to the type of sprite. Drawing information for drawing the sprite on the third symbol display device 81, such as value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information, is defined.

  The type of sprite is information for specifying the sprite to be displayed. The display position coordinates are information for specifying coordinates on the third symbol display device 81 on which the sprite is to be displayed. The enlargement ratio is information for designating an enlargement ratio with respect to a standard display size preset for the sprite, and the size of the sprite displayed according to the enlargement ratio is specified. If the enlargement ratio is larger than 100%, the sprite is displayed in an enlarged size than the standard size. If the enlargement ratio is less than 100%, the sprite is reduced in size than the standard size. Is displayed.

  The rotation angle is information for specifying the rotation angle when the sprite is rotated and displayed. The translucency value is for specifying the transparency of the entire sprite. The higher the translucency value, the more the image is displayed so that the image displayed on the back side of the sprite can be seen through. The α blending information is information for specifying a known α blending coefficient used when performing superimposition processing with other sprites. The color information is information for designating the color tone of the sprite to be displayed. The filter designation information is information for designating an image filter to be applied to the sprite when the designated sprite is drawn.

  In the variable display data table, as a drawing content for one frame defined corresponding to each address, one back image, nine third symbols (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Light in the image. Drawing information for each sprite, such as an effect that expresses the insertion of characters, characters used for various effects such as boy images and characters, is defined for each address. Note that one or more pieces of information regarding effects and characters are defined according to the contents to be displayed in the frame.

  Here, the display position of the back image is fixed to the entire screen of the third symbol display device 81, and the enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information Since it is constant, only the back surface type, which is information for specifying the back image type, is defined in the variable display data table. This back surface type indicates whether to display any of the back surfaces A to C corresponding to the stage selected by the player (any one of the “city stage”, “empty stage”, and “island stage”), or the back surface A to C. Information specifying whether to display a back image different from C is described. The back surface type also includes information specifying which back image to display when specifying that a back image different from the back surfaces A to C is displayed.

  When the MPU 231 specifies that any one of the back surfaces A to C is displayed according to the back surface type, the MPU 231 specifies the back image corresponding to the stage designated by the player among the back surfaces A to C as the drawing target. In addition, the range of the rear image to be displayed with respect to the frame is specified as time elapses. On the other hand, when it is specified to display a back image different from the back surfaces A to C, the back image to be displayed is specified from the back surface type.

  In this embodiment, the case where only the back surface type is specified as the rendering content of the back image in the display data table will be described, but instead, the back surface type and which range of the back image corresponding to the back surface type is described. Position information indicating whether or not should be displayed may be defined. This position information may be, for example, information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position is displayed. In this case, the MPU 231 specifies the range of the rear image to be displayed for the frame based on the elapsed time after the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position indicated by the position information is displayed.

  Further, the position information may be information indicating an elapsed time from the start of image drawing (or display on the third symbol display device 81) based on the display data table. In this case, the MPU 231 was displaying the range of the rear image to be displayed for the frame at the stage when drawing of the image (or display on the third symbol display device 81) was started based on the display database. The position is specified based on the position of the back image and the elapsed time since the drawing of the image indicated by the position information (or display on the third symbol display device 81) is started.

  Further, the position information includes information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image in the range corresponding to the initial position is displayed and the drawing of the image based on the display data table (or the third symbol display device 81 according to the rear surface type). May indicate any of the information indicating the elapsed time from the start of display, and the type information of the position information (for example, the range of the range corresponding to the initial position) This is information indicating the elapsed time since the rear image was displayed, or information indicating the elapsed time since the drawing of the image based on the display database (or display on the third symbol display device 81) was started. May be defined as the drawing content of the back image. In addition, the position information may not be information indicating the elapsed time but may be information indicating an address in which the range of the back image to be displayed is stored.

  In the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Symbol type offset information is described as symbol type information for specifying the third symbol to be displayed. This offset information is information representing the difference between the numbers assigned to the third symbols. Instead of directly specifying the type of the third symbol, the offset information is specified because the display of the third symbol in the variation effect is the stop symbol of the variation effect performed one time before and the variation effect performed this time. This is because it changes depending on the stop symbol, and in the symbol offset information from when the change is started until a predetermined time elapses, the offset information from the stop symbol of the change effect performed immediately before is described. Thereby, the variation effect is started from the stop symbol in the previous variation effect.

  On the other hand, after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of the fluctuation, an offset from the stop symbol set according to the stop type command (display stop type command) received from the main control device 110 via the sound lamp control device 113. Enter information. Thereby, the variation effect can be stopped with the stop symbol corresponding to the stop type specified by the main control device 110.

  In addition, since a unique number is attached to each 3rd symbol, the 3rd symbol is displayed as a variation symbol in the previous variation effect or a stop symbol corresponding to the stop type specified by the main controller 110. It is possible to identify the third symbol to be displayed easily from the offset information by managing the offset information with the number attached to the symbol and expressing the offset information by the difference between the digits attached to each third symbol.

  Also, in the symbol offset information, the third symbol fluctuates at a high speed for a predetermined time during which the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect performed immediately before is changed to the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect currently performed. It is set to be the displayed time. While the third symbol is variably displayed at a high speed, the third symbol is invisible to the player, and during that time, the symbol of the change effect that was performed immediately before the symbol offset information is displayed. By switching from the offset information to the offset information of the stop symbol of the variation effect being performed this time, even if the continuity of the number 3 symbol is interrupted, the player will not recognize the disconnection of the number continuity be able to.

  “Start” information indicating the start of the data table is described in “0000H” which is the top address of the display data table, and the third address is displayed in the last address of the display data table (“02F0H” in the example of FIG. 12). “LOOP” information for instructing to repeatedly execute the fluctuation of the symbol is described. Then, for each address between the address “0000H” in which the “Start” information is described and the address in which the “LOOP” information is described, the rendering content corresponding to the rendering mode to be specified in the display data table Is described. In this way, in the variation display data table, the time until the address 02E6H is set to be the variation time set in advance, and when a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received there, the symbol is as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 5A or FIG. 5I, the display is stopped at the center position L1 of the main display area Dm. Also, even after the fluctuation time has ended, even when the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received due to a malfunction or the like, the shaking fluctuation display is executed in order from the address 02E7H to the “LOOP” information of 02F0H. When updated, the fluctuation is repeatedly displayed by returning to the designated address 02E7H and being repeatedly executed. In addition, when a display variation pattern command indicating the start of variation of the third symbol 3 is received without receiving the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command, the first change is received based on the reception of the command. After the three symbols are stopped and displayed, the variation display based on the variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern of the new third symbol is started.

  The MPU 231 selects a display data table to be used in accordance with a command (for example, display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110, and the selected display. The data table is read from the data table storage area 233b, stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and the pointer 233f is initialized. Each time drawing processing for one frame is completed, the pointer 233f is incremented by one. In the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, based on the drawing contents specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f, The image content to be drawn is specified, and a drawing list (see FIG. 14) described later is created. By sending this drawing list to the image controller 237, a drawing instruction for the image is given. As a result, the drawing contents are specified in the order defined in the display data table according to the update of the pointer 233f, so that the image as defined in the display data table is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, in the display control device 114, according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like, The effect image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be changed by simply replacing the display data table with the display data table buffer 233d as appropriate, instead of changing the program to be executed by the MPU 231. .

  Here, when the program executed by the MPU 231 is activated every time the effect image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed as in the conventional pachinko machine, the effect image is diversified. Since a large load is required for starting up and executing a complicated and enormous program, the processing capability of the display control device 114 is limited, and there is a possibility that the diversification of controllable effect images may be limited. there were. On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10, the effect image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be changed by a simple operation of appropriately replacing the display data table with the display data table buffer 233d. Regardless of the processing capability of the control device 114, various types of effect images can be displayed on the third symbol display 81.

  Also, in this way, a display data table is prepared corresponding to each effect mode, a display data table buffer corresponding to the effect mode to be displayed is set, and a drawing list is displayed frame by frame according to the set data table. The reason that the pachinko machine 10 can create is that an effect to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in advance is determined based on the result of the lottery performed based on the start winning prize. On the other hand, in game machines other than gaming machines such as pachinko machines, the display contents change on the spot based on the user's operation, so the display contents cannot be predicted. It is not possible to have a display data table corresponding to the effect mode. In this way, a display data table is prepared corresponding to each effect mode, a display data table buffer is set according to the effect mode to be displayed, and a drawing list is created frame by frame according to the set data table. The configuration to be realized can be realized for the first time based on the fact that the pachinko machine 10 is a configuration that determines in advance the presentation mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on the result of the lottery performed based on the start winning.

  Next, details of the transfer data table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram schematically showing an example of the transfer data table. The transfer data table is prepared corresponding to the display data table prepared for each effect, and as described above, among the sprite image data used in the effect specified in the display data table, Transfer data information and transfer timing for transferring image data not resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 are defined.

  If all the sprite image data used in the production defined in the display data table is stored in the resident video RAM 235, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is not prepared. Thereby, an increase in the capacity of the data table storage area 233b can be suppressed.

  The transfer data table corresponds to an address specified in the display data table, and transfer data information of sprite image data (hereinafter referred to as “transfer target image data”) to be transferred at the time indicated by the address. (Addresses “0001H” and “0097H” in FIG. 13 correspond). Here, the transfer start timing of the transfer target image data is set so that the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a before the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. In the transfer data table, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is defined in correspondence with the address corresponding to the transfer start timing.

  On the other hand, if there is no transfer target image data to start transfer at the time indicated by the address specified in the display data table, there is no transfer target image data to start transfer corresponding to the address. Is defined (corresponding to the address “0002H” in FIG. 13).

  As the transfer data information, the start address (storage source start address) and the end address (storage source end address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data, and the start address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are stored. Is included.

  Note that “0000H”, which is the head address of the transfer data table, describes “Start” information indicating the start of the data table, similarly to the display data table, and the final address of the transfer data table (in the example of FIG. 13, “02F0H”) describes “LOOP” information indicating that the processing is repeated after returning to the address 02E7H of the data table. For each address between the address “0000H” in which “Start” information is described and the address in which “LOOP” information is described, transfer data information of transfer target image data to be defined in the transfer data table Is described.

  When the MPU 231 selects a display data table to be used in accordance with a command (for example, display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110, the display data table is displayed. If there is a transfer data table corresponding to, the transfer data table is read from the data table storage area 233b and stored in a transfer data table buffer 233e of the work RAM 233 described later. Then, every time the pointer 233f is updated, the drawing contents specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f are specified from the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and a drawing list (see FIG. 14) described later is created. In addition, transfer data information of image data of a predetermined sprite to be transferred at that time is acquired from the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, and the transfer data information is created in the created drawing list. to add.

  For example, in the example of FIG. 13, when the pointer 233 f is “0001H” or “0097H”, the MPU 231 creates transfer data information defined for the address in the transfer data table based on the display data table. In addition to the drawing list, the drawing list after the addition is transmitted to the image controller 237. On the other hand, when the pointer 233f is “0002H”, Null data is defined in the address “0002H” of the transfer data table, so it is determined that there is no transfer target image data to start transfer, and is generated. The drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237 without adding the transfer data information to the drawing list.

  When the transfer data information is described in the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 transfers the transfer target image data from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information. Execute the process.

  Here, as described above, in the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Since the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is defined for a predetermined address, the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table. When a predetermined sprite is drawn according to the display data table, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 necessary for drawing the sprite can always be stored in the image storage area 236a. Then, it is possible to draw a predetermined sprite based on the display data table using the image data stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10, the display control device 114 displays data according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. As the table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e, so that the sprite image data used in the display data table is The character ROM 234 can be reliably transferred to the normal video RAM 236 at a desired timing.

  In the transfer data table (see FIG. 13), the transfer data information is defined so that the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 for each image data corresponding to the sprite. As a result, the transfer of the image data can be managed and controlled for each sprite, so that the processing related to the transfer can be easily performed. By controlling the transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in sprite units, it is possible to control the transfer of image data in detail while facilitating the processing. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently suppress an increase in load on transfer.

  The transfer data table has a data structure similar to that of the display data table, and transfers image data to be transferred that should start transfer at the time indicated by the address corresponding to the address defined in the display data table. Since the data information is defined, the image data is surely stored in the normal video RAM 236 before the image data of the predetermined sprite is used based on the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d. As described above, since the transfer start timing can be instructed, a variety of effect images can be easily displayed on the third symbol display device 81 even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed. be able to.

  The simple image display flag 233c is a flag indicating whether or not to display the power-on image (power-on main image and power-on variation image) on the third symbol display device 81. The simple image display flag 233c is displayed after image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred to the power-on main image area 235a or the power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM. The main processing (see FIG. 29) executed by the MPU 231 is set to ON (see S1805 in FIG. 29). Then, when all the resident target image data is stored in the resident video RAM 235 by the resident image transfer process of the image transfer process, in order to display an image other than the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81, It is set to off (see S3405 in FIG. 38B).

  The simple image display flag 233c is referred to in the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 every time a V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 is detected (see S2101 in FIG. 31B). When the image display flag 233c is on, a simple command determination process (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and a simple display setting process (see FIG. 31B) so that the power-on image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. 31 (b) S2109) is executed. On the other hand, when the simple image display flag 233c is OFF, the command determination is performed so that various images are displayed according to the command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the command from the main control device 110 or the like. Processing (see FIGS. 32 to 34) and display setting processing (see FIGS. 35 to 37) are executed.

  The simple image display flag 233c is referred to in the transfer setting process executed by the MPU 231 in the V interrupt process (see S3301 in FIG. 38A), and the simple image display flag 233c is on. Since there is resident target image data that is not stored in the resident video RAM 235, a resident image transfer setting process (see FIG. 38B) for transferring the resident target image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 is executed. If the simple image display flag 233c is off, a normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) for transferring image data necessary for the drawing process from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 is executed.

  The display data table buffer 233d stores a display data table corresponding to an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 according to a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. It is a buffer to do. The MPU 231 determines an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 based on a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113, and displays a display data table corresponding to the effect mode from the data table storage area 233b. After selecting, the selected display data table is stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the MPU 231 increments the pointer 233f one by one, and the image controller 237 for each frame based on the drawing contents defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. A drawing list (see FIG. 14), which describes the contents of image drawing instructions for, is generated. As a result, the third symbol display device 81 displays an effect corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d.

  The MPU 231 increments the pointer 233f one by one, and based on the drawing contents defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, the image to the image controller 237 is displayed frame by frame. A drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, describing the drawing instruction content is generated. Thereby, the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays the effect corresponding to the display data table.

  The transfer data table buffer 233e is a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d in accordance with a command transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. Is a buffer for storing. The MPU 231 selects a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table from the data table storage area 233b in accordance with storing the display data table in the display data table buffer 233d, and transfers the selected transfer data table. Store in the data table buffer 233e. When all the sprite image data used in the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is stored in the resident video RAM 235, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is not prepared. Therefore, the MPU 231 clears the contents by writing Null data indicating that there is no transfer target image data in the transfer data table buffer 233e.

  Then, the MPU 231 defines transfer data information of image data to be transferred specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e while adding the pointer 233f one by one. If this is the case (that is, if Null data is not described), the transfer data information is stored in a drawing list (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, describing the image drawing instruction contents for the image controller 237 generated for each frame. to add.

  Thereby, when the transfer data information is described in the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 transfers the transfer target image data from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information. Execute the transfer process. Here, as described above, in the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Transfer data information of transfer target image data is defined for a predetermined address. Therefore, when image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a according to the transfer data information defined in the transfer data table, a predetermined sprite is drawn according to the display data table, which is necessary for drawing the sprite. The image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can always be stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  The pointer 233f is an address at which transfer data information of the corresponding drawing contents or transfer target image data is to be acquired from the display data table and the transfer data table respectively stored in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table buffer 233e. It is for designating. The MPU 231 once initializes the pointer 233f to 0 as the display data table is stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the display setting process of the V-interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 based on the V-interrupt signal transmitted every 20 milliseconds when the image rendering process for one frame is completed from the image controller 237 (FIG. 31B). ) (See S2103)), pointer update processing (see S3005 in FIG. 37) is executed, and the value of the pointer 233f is incremented by one.

  Each time the pointer 233f is updated, the MPU 231 specifies the drawing content specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f from the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, and a drawing list to be described later (See FIG. 14), and from the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the transfer data information of the image data of the predetermined sprite to be transferred at that time is acquired, and the transfer data Add information to the created drawing list.

  Thereby, the effect corresponding to the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Therefore, the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be easily changed simply by changing the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Therefore, a variety of effects can be displayed regardless of the processing capability of the display control device 341.

  Further, when the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e is stored, the sprite is displayed before drawing of a predetermined sprite is started by the corresponding display data table based on the transfer data table. The image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 that is used in the above drawing can always be stored in the image storage area 236a. As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  The drawing list area 233g is an image controller for drawing an image for one frame generated based on the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e. This is an area for storing a drawing list instructed to 237.

  Here, the details of the drawing list will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram schematically showing the contents of the drawing list. The drawing list is an instruction table for instructing the image controller 237 to draw an image for one frame. As shown in FIG. 14, the back image used for the image of one frame, the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 1). Symbol (Effect 1, Effect 2,...), Character (Character 1, Character 2,..., Reserved ball number symbol 1, Reserved ball number symbol 2,..., Error For each sprite (design), detailed drawing information (detailed information) of the sprite is described. In the drawing list, transfer data information for causing the image controller 237 to transfer predetermined image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 is also described.

  Detailed drawing information (detailed information) of each sprite includes information indicating the RAM type (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) in which the image data of the corresponding sprite (display object) is stored, The image controller 237 acquires the image data of the sprite from the memory area specified by the RAM type and the address. Further, the detailed drawing information (detailed information) includes display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information. The standard image generated from the image data of the sprite read from the video RAM is subjected to enlargement / reduction processing according to the enlargement ratio, rotation processing according to the rotation angle, and translucency according to the translucency value According to the α blending information, synthesis processing with other sprites, color tone correction processing according to the color information, and filtering processing according to the method specified by the information according to the filter specification information. After that, an image obtained by performing various processes on the display position indicated by the display position coordinates is drawn. The drawn image is developed by the image controller 237 into either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c specified by the drawing target buffer flag 233j.

  In the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d, the MPU 231 displays the drawing contents specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f and the contents of the other image to be drawn (for example, the holding ball number symbol for displaying the holding ball number symbol). Generate detailed drawing information (detailed information) for all sprites used to draw an image for one frame based on images and warning images that notify the occurrence of errors. Create a drawing list by rearranging.

  Here, among the detailed information of each sprite, the storage RAM type and address of the data of the sprite (display object) are the sprite type specified in the display data table and the sprite type specified from the contents of other images. Is generated accordingly. That is, for each sprite, the area of the resident video RAM 235 in which the image data of the sprite is stored or the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 is fixed. Thus, it is possible to immediately specify the storage RAM type and address in which the image data of the sprite is stored, and easily include such information in the detailed information of the drawing list.

  In addition, the MPU 231 defines other information (display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucent value, α blending information, color information, and filter designation information) among the detailed information of each sprite in the display data table. Copy the information as it is.

  Further, when generating the drawing list, the MPU 231 rearranges the order of the sprites to be arranged on the back side from the sprites to be arranged on the front side in the image for one frame, and displays detailed drawing information for each sprite. Describe (detailed information). That is, in the drawing list, detailed information corresponding to the back image is described first, then the third symbol (symbol 1, symbol 2,...), Effect (effect 1, effect 2,...) Detailed information corresponding to each sprite is described in the order of characters (character 1, character 2,..., Retained ball number design 1, retained ball number design 2,..., Error design).

  The image controller 237 executes drawing processing of each sprite according to the order described in the drawing list, and develops the drawn sprite in the frame buffer by overwriting. Therefore, in the image for one frame generated by the drawing list, the sprite drawn first can be arranged on the most back side, and the sprite drawn last can be arranged on the most front side.

  In addition, when the transfer data information is described at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table stored in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the MPU 231 transfers the transfer data information (the character storing the transfer target image data). The storage source head address and the storage source last address in the ROM 234, and the storage destination head address of the sub area provided in the image storage area 236a in which the transfer target image data is to be stored are added to the end of the drawing list. If the transfer data information is included in the drawing list, the image controller 237 reads an image from a predetermined area (area indicated by the storage source start address and the storage source final address) of the character ROM 234 based on the transfer data information. The data is read, and the image data to be transferred is transferred to a predetermined sub-area (storage destination address) provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236.

  The time counter 233h is a counter that counts the effect time of the effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 by the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d. The MPU 231 sets time data indicating the production effect time displayed based on the display data table in accordance with storing one display data table in the display data table buffer 233d. This time data is a value obtained by dividing the effect time by the image display time for one frame in the third symbol display device 81 (in this embodiment, 20 milliseconds).

  Then, based on the V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process and display process for one frame are completed, the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 (FIG. 31B). )) Is set, and the time counter 233h is decremented by 1 (see S3007 in FIG. 35) until the time counter becomes 1 or less (that is, the time counter becomes 1). As a result, when the value of the time counter 233h becomes 0 or less, the MPU 231 determines that the effect displayed by the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is ended, and performs it in accordance with the end of the effect. Various processes to be performed are executed.

  The stored image data discrimination flag 233i is stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 for each sprite for which the corresponding image data is not resident in the resident video RAM 235, respectively. It is a flag indicating a storage state indicating whether or not there is.

  The stored image data determination flag 233i is generated by an initial setting process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) executed by the MPU 231 during the main process when the power is turned on. The stored image data determination flag 233i generated here is set to “off” indicating that the storage state for all sprites is not stored in the image storage area 236a.

  The stored image data determination flag 233i is updated when a transfer instruction of transfer target image data corresponding to one sprite is set in the normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) executed by the MPU 231. Is called. In this update, the storage state corresponding to one sprite in which the transfer instruction is set is set to “ON” indicating that the corresponding image data is stored in the image storage area 236a. Further, the image data of other sprites that are to be stored in the same subarea of the image storage area 236a as that one sprite are always in an unstored state by storing the image data of one sprite. Therefore, the storage state corresponding to other sprites is set to “off”.

  The drawing target buffer flag 233j is a frame buffer that develops an image drawn by the image controller 237 from the two frame buffers (first frame buffer 236b and second frame buffer 236c). When the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 0, the first frame buffer 236b is specified as the drawing target buffer, and when the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 1, the second frame buffer 236c is specified. Then, the information on the designated drawing target buffer is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing list (see S3602 in FIG. 40).

  As a result, the image controller 237 executes a drawing process for developing an image drawn based on the drawing list on the designated drawing target buffer. Further, the image controller 237 reads out previously developed drawing image information from a frame buffer different from the drawing target buffer in parallel with the drawing processing, and outputs the image to the third symbol display device 81 together with the drive signal. By transferring the information, a display process for displaying an image on the third symbol display device 81 is executed.

  The drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated when the drawing target buffer information is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing list. This update is performed by inverting the value of the rendering target buffer flag 233j, that is, when the value is “0”, it is set to “1”, and when it is “1”, it is set to “0”. Is done by. As a result, the drawing target buffer is alternately set between the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c every time the drawing list is transmitted. The drawing list is transmitted by a V interrupt executed by the MPU 231 based on a V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the drawing process and the display process for one frame are completed. This is performed every time the drawing process of the process (see FIG. 31B) is executed (see S3602 in FIG. 40).

  That is, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading image information for one frame, and When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for the image for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which the image information is read out. Thereby, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read out and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. The

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. As a result, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. The Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately alternating and designating, it is possible to continuously display an image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing an image for one frame.

  Next, each control process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 15 to 23. The processing of the MPU 201 is roughly divided into a startup process that is started when the power is turned on, a main process that is executed after the startup process, and a timer that is periodically started (at intervals of 2 milliseconds in the present embodiment). There are an interrupt process and an NMI interrupt process activated by the input of the power failure signal SG1 to the NMI terminal. For convenience of explanation, the timer interrupt process and the NMI interrupt process are described first, and then the startup process And the main process will be described.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. The timer interruption process is a periodic process executed every 2 milliseconds, for example. In the timer interruption process, first, reading process of various winning switches is executed (S101). That is, the state of various switches connected to the main controller 110 is read, and the state of the switch is determined and the detection information (winning detection information) is stored.

  Next, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are updated (S102). Specifically, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (299 in this embodiment). Then, the updated value of the first initial value random number counter CINI 1 is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203. Similarly, 1 is added to the second initial value random number counter CINI2, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value (239 in this embodiment), it is cleared to 0, and the updated value of the second initial value random number counter CINI2 Is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  Further, the first hit random number counter C1, the first hit type counter C2, the stop type selection counter C3, and the second hit random number counter C4 are updated (S103). Specifically, 1 is added to each of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, the stop type selection counter C3, and the second per-random number counter C4, and these counter values are the maximum values (in this embodiment, When it reaches 299, 99, 99, 239), it is cleared to 0. Then, the updated values of the counters C1 to C4 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  Next, a special symbol variation process for setting a variation pattern of the third symbol by the third symbol display device 81 is executed (S104). A start winning process associated with winning (start winning) at the first entrance 64 is executed (S105). Details of the special symbol variation process and the start winning process will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  After the start winning process (S105) is executed, a normal symbol variation process, which is a process for displaying on the second symbol display device 83, is executed (S106), and the ball passes through the second entrance 67. Through-gate passage processing is executed (S107). The details of the normal symbol variation process and the through gate passing process will be described later with reference to FIG. After the through gate passing process (S107) is executed, the firing control process is executed (S108), and other processes that should be executed periodically are executed (S109), and the timer interrupt process is terminated. In the launch control process, the ball is fired on the condition that the touch sensor 51a detects that the player is touching the operation handle 51 and the stop switch 51b for stopping the firing is not operated. Is a process for determining ON / OFF of. The main controller 110 instructs the launch controller 112 to launch a sphere when the launch of the sphere is on.

  Next, the special symbol variation process (S104) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (S104). This special symbol variation process (S104) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and the special symbol (first symbol) variation display performed by the first symbol display device 37 or the third symbol display device. This is a process for controlling the variation display of the third symbol, etc. performed in 81.

  In this special symbol variation process, first, it is determined whether or not the present symbol is a special symbol jackpot (S201). During the special symbol jackpot, the special symbol jackpot (including the special symbol jackpot game) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81, and the special symbol jackpot Includes during a predetermined time after the end of the jackpot game. As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S201: Yes), this processing is terminated as it is.

  If the special symbol is not big hit (S201: No), it is determined whether or not the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing (S202), and the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing. If not (S202: No), the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is acquired (S203). Next, it is determined whether or not the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is greater than 0 (S204), and if the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is 0 (S204: No), this process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is not 0 (S204: Yes), the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is decremented by 1 (S205) and is changed by calculation. A reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is set (S206). The reserved ball number command set here is stored in a ring buffer for command transmission provided in the RAM 203, and in an external output process (S1001) of a main process (see FIG. 26) described later executed by the MPU 201. And sent to the sound lamp control device 113. When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command, it extracts the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c from the reserved ball number command, and stores the extracted value in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the RAM 223. .

  After setting the reserved ball number command by the process of S206, the data stored in the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a is shifted (S207). In the process of S207, a process of sequentially shifting data stored in the reserved first area to the reserved fourth area of the special symbol reserved ball storage area 203a to the execution area side is performed. More specifically, the holding area 1 → the execution area, the holding area 2 → the holding area 1, the holding area 3 → the holding area 2, the holding area 4 → the holding area 3, etc. Shift data. After the data is shifted, a special symbol variation start process for starting variation display on the first symbol display device 37 is executed (S208). The special symbol variation start process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  In the process of S202, if the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is changing (S202: Yes), it is determined whether or not the change time of the variable display executed in the first symbol display device 37 has elapsed. (S209). The variation time of the variation display executed in the first symbol display device 37 is determined according to the variation pattern selected by the variation type counter CS1 (determined according to the variation pattern command), and this variation time. If it has not elapsed (S209: No), this processing is terminated.

  On the other hand, in the process of S209, if the variation time of the variation display being executed has elapsed (S209: Yes), the display mode corresponding to the stop symbol of the first symbol display device 37 is set (S210). The setting of the stop symbol is performed in advance by a special symbol variation start process (S208) described later with reference to FIG. When this special symbol variation start process is executed, a special symbol lottery is performed based on the values of various counters stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a. More specifically, whether or not the special symbol is a big hit is determined according to the value of the first random number counter C1. The jackpot A or the jackpot B is determined.

  In the present embodiment, when the big hit A is reached, the blue LED is turned on in the first symbol display device 37, and when the big hit B is reached, the red LED is turned on. Further, when it is off, the red LED and the green LED are turned on. In addition, although the lighting of each LED is released when the next fluctuation display is started, it may be turned on only for a few seconds after the fluctuation stops.

  After the process of S210 is completed, when the variation display being executed in the first symbol display device 37 is started, the lottery result (the current lottery result) of the special symbol performed by the special symbol variation start process is as follows. It is determined whether the special symbol is a big hit (S211). If the lottery result this time is a special symbol jackpot (S211: Yes), it is determined what type of jackpot type out of two types of special symbol jackpots (jackpot A, jackpot B) (S212), and the jackpot type Is a jackpot A, it is a hit of 16 rounds, and after the jackpot game, a probability change is set to execute the jackpot determination of the special symbol with high probability (S213). If the jackpot type is jackpot B, 100 is set in the hour / minute counter 203e (S214). Then, the start of the jackpot of the special symbol is set (S215). Next, a jackpot confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to stop display (determination stop display) of the third symbol variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S216). The process ends.

  In the process of S211, if the current lottery result is out of the special symbol (S211: No), it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S217), and the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1. If it is above (S217: Yes), 1 is subtracted from the value of the hour / minute counter 203e (S218), and this processing is terminated. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / middle counter 203e is 0 (S217: No), the process of S218 is skipped and the process of S219 is executed. In the process of S219, a release confirmation command is set for instructing the voice lamp control device 113 to stop display (determination stop) the third symbol that is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S219). This process ends.

  Next, the special symbol variation start process (S208) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation start process (S208). This special symbol change start process (S208) is a process executed in the special symbol change process (see FIG. 16) of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and is an execution area of the special symbol reservation ball storage area 203a. Based on the values of the various counters stored in, a lottery (decision of success / failure) of “special symbol jackpot” or “exclusion of special symbol” is performed and the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81 This is a process for determining the effect pattern (variation effect pattern) of the changed effect.

  In the special symbol variation start process, first, each value of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is acquired. (S301).

  Next, it is determined whether the current gaming state is a high-probability gaming state (in the probability variation gaming state) (S302). Here, it is determined whether or not a probability variation flag (not shown) is set to ON. The probability variation flag is set to ON when the jackpot A is set, and is set to OFF when the jackpot B is set.

  When the high probability game state is in progress (S302: Yes), since the pachinko machine 10 is in a special symbol probabilistic state, the value of the first per-random number counter C1 acquired in the process of S301 and the special for high probability Based on the symbol jackpot random number table, a lottery result indicating whether or not the special symbol is jackpot is acquired (S303). Specifically, the value of the first random number counter C1 is compared with 30 random numbers stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for high probability one by one. As described above, as random numbers that are big hits of special symbols, "4, 11, 28, 38, 45, 52, 64, 78, 83, 99, 106, 112, 122, 134, 140, 151, 168" , 176, 183, 197, 207, 218, 222, 231, 249, 256, 263, 270, 285, 299 ”are set, and the value of the first random number counter C1 and If the random number value matches, it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit. If the lottery result of the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to S305.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the process of S302 that the game state is the low probability game state (normal game state) (S302: No), since the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the special symbol, it is acquired in the process of S301. Based on the value of the first random number counter C1 and the special symbol jackpot random number table for low probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the special symbol is jackpot is acquired (S304). Specifically, the value of the first random number counter C1 is compared one by one with the three random number values stored in the special symbol jackpot random number table for low probability. Three random numbers “7, 107, 282” are set as special symbol jackpots, and when the value of the first random number counter C1 matches the random number value that hits them. It is determined that it is a big hit of the special symbol. If the lottery result of the special symbol is acquired, the process proceeds to S305.

  Then, it is determined whether the lottery result of the special symbol acquired by the process of S303 or S304 is a special symbol jackpot (S305). If it is determined that the special symbol is a big jackpot (S305: Yes), Based on the value of the first hit type counter C2 acquired in the process of S301, the display mode for the big hit is set (S306). More specifically, the value of the first hit type counter C2 acquired in the process of S301 is compared with the random number value stored in the special symbol jackpot type table, and two types of special symbol jackpots (jackpot A, Among jackpots B), it is determined what kind of jackpot. As described above, if the value of the first hit type counter C2 is in the range of “0 to 59”, it is determined that the jackpot A (16R jackpot, special symbol probability change) is set, and “60 to 99”. If it is within the range, it is determined that the jackpot is B (16R jackpot, normal symbol time-short period 100 times) (see FIG. 10A).

  In the process of S306, the display mode (the lighting state of the LED 37a) of the first symbol display device 37 is set according to the determined jackpot type (big hit A, big hit B). Further, in order to stop and display the stop symbol corresponding to the jackpot type on the third symbol display device 81, the jackpot type (big hit A, jackpot B) is set as the stop type.

  Next, a variation pattern at the time of jackpot is determined (S307). When the variation pattern is set in the process of S307, the variation time (display time) of the variation effect in the first symbol display device 37 is set, and the third symbol display device 81 is stopped until the big hit symbol is stopped. The variation time of the symbol is determined. At this time, the value of the variation type counter CS1 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 203 is confirmed, and the variation time of symbol variation such as normal reach and super reach is determined based on the value of the variation type counter CS1. The relationship between the value of the variation type counter CS1 and the variation time is defined in advance by a table or the like.

  In the process of S305, when it is determined that the special symbol is out (S305: No), the display mode at the time of removal is set (S308). In the process of S308, the display mode of the first symbol display device 37 is set to a display mode corresponding to the off symbol, and the value of the stop type selection counter C3 stored in the execution area of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a is set. Based on this, as the stop type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81, it is set whether it is front / rear out of reach, reach other than front / rear out, or complete out.

  Here, if the pachinko machine 10 is in the special symbol probability changing state, the value of the stop type selection counter C3 acquired in the process of S301 is compared with the random number value stored in the stop type selection table for high probability. Then, set the stop type. Specifically, if the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is in the range of “0 to 89”, complete outage is set, and if it is in the range of “90 to 97”, reach other than out of front and back is set. , 99 ”, the front / rear reach is set. On the other hand, if the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the special symbol, the stop type is set by comparing the value of the stop type selection counter C3 with the random value stored in the stop type selection table for low probability. To do. Specifically, if the value of the stop type selection counter C3 is in the range of “0 to 79”, complete outage is set, and if it is in the range of “80 to 97”, reach other than out of front and back is set. , 99 ”, the front / rear reach is set.

  Next, the fluctuation pattern at the time of deviation is determined (S309). Here, the display time of the first symbol display device 37 is set, and the variation time of the third symbol until the third symbol display device 81 stops at the off symbol is determined. At this time, similarly to the processing of S307, the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 203 is confirmed, and the fluctuation time of symbol fluctuation such as normal reach and super reach is determined based on the value of the fluctuation type counter CS1. To decide.

  When the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 is completed, a variation pattern command for notifying the display control apparatus 114 of the variation pattern determined by the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 is set (S310). Next, a stop type command for notifying the display control device 114 of the stop type set in the process of S306 or S308 is set (S311). These fluctuation pattern commands and stop type commands are stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203, and these commands are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113 in the processing of S1001 of the main processing (FIG. 23). The The sound lamp control device 113 transmits the stop type command to the display control device 114 as it is. When the process of S312 ends, the process returns to the special symbol variation process.

  Next, the start winning process (S105) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the start winning process (S105). This start winning process (S105) is executed in the timer interruption process (see FIG. 15), and it is determined whether or not there is a winning (start winning) at the first entrance 64 and there is a start winning. This is a process for holding a value indicated by various random number counters and prefetching a lottery result in a special symbol from the values indicated by the various random number counters held.

  When the start winning process (S105) is executed, first, it is determined whether or not the ball has won a prize (start winning) at the first entrance 64 (S401). Here, the entrance to the first entrance 64 is detected over three timer interruption processes. When it is determined that the ball has won the first entrance 64 (S401: Yes), the value of the special symbol reservation ball number counter 203c (the number N of the variable display hold in the special symbol) is acquired (S402). . Then, it is determined whether or not the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment) (S403).

  And, there is no winning at the first entrance 64 (S401: No), or even if there is a winning at the first entrance 64, the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball counter 203c is less than 4. If not (S403: No), the process proceeds to S415. On the other hand, if there is a winning at the first entrance 64 (S401: Yes) and the value (N) of the special symbol reservation ball number counter 203c is less than 4 (S403: Yes), the number of special symbol reservation balls The value (N) of the counter 203c is incremented by 1 (S404). Then, a reserved ball number command indicating the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c changed by the calculation is set (S405).

  The reserved ball number command set here is stored in a command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203, and in an external output process (S1001) of a main process (see FIG. 23) described later executed by the MPU 201. And sent to the sound lamp control device 113. When the voice lamp control device 113 receives the reserved ball number command, it extracts the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c from the reserved ball number command, and stores the extracted value in the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the RAM 223. .

  After setting the pending ball number command by the process of S405, the values of the first per-random number counter C1, the first per-type counter C2, and the stop type selection counter C3 updated in S103 of the timer interrupt process described above are stored in the RAM 203. Is stored in the first area among the empty reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area) of the special symbol holding ball storage area 203a (S406). In the process of S406, the value of the special symbol reserved ball counter 203c is referred to. If the value is 0, the reserved first area is set as the first area. Similarly, if the value is 1, the reserved second area is set as the first area, if the value is 2, the reserved third area is set as the first area, and if the value is 3, the reserved fourth area is set as the first area.

  Next, the normal symbol variation process (S106) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing this normal symbol variation processing (S106). This normal symbol variation process (S106) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and is associated with the second symbol variation display performed by the second symbol display device 83 and the first entrance 64. This is a process for controlling the opening time of the electric accessory.

  In this normal symbol variation process, first, it is determined whether or not the present symbol is being hit by a normal symbol (second symbol) (S601). As a normal symbol (second symbol) hitting, while the second symbol display device 83 is showing the winning indication, and the opening and closing control of the electric accessory associated with the first entrance 64 is performed. Is included. As a result of the determination, if the normal symbol (second symbol) is being hit (S601: Yes), this processing is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the normal symbol (second symbol) is not hit (S601: No), it is determined whether the display mode of the second symbol display device 83 is changing (S602), and the second symbol display device is determined. If the display mode of 83 is not changing (S602: No), the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is acquired (S603). Next, it is determined whether or not the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is larger than 0 (S604), and if the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is 0 (S604: No), this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is not 0 (S604: Yes), the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is decremented by 1 (S605).

  Next, the data stored in the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is shifted (S606). In the process of S606, the data stored in the reserved first area to the reserved fourth area of the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is sequentially shifted to the execution area side. More specifically, the holding area 1 → the execution area, the holding area 2 → the holding area 1, the holding area 3 → the holding area 2, the holding area 4 → the holding area 3, etc. Shift data. After shifting the data, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 stored in the execution area of the normal symbol reserved ball storage area 203b is acquired (S607).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e in the RAM 203 is 1 or more (S608). The hour / short counter 203e is a counter that indicates whether or not the pachinko machine 10 is in a normal symbol time-short state. If the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0, it indicates that the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol.

  When the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S608: Yes), it is determined whether or not the present symbol is a big hit of the special symbol (S609). During the special symbol jackpot, the special symbol jackpot (including the special symbol jackpot game) is being displayed on the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol display device 81, and the special symbol jackpot Includes during a predetermined time after the end of the jackpot game. As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S609: Yes), the process proceeds to S611. In the present embodiment, the special symbol lottery is difficult to win during the special symbol jackpot. This is because during the big hit of the special symbol (that is, during the special game state), the player hits the ball in an attempt to win the special winning opening 65a, so that the electric accessory attached to the first inlet 64 is released. This is to prevent the balls that are going to win the special winning opening 65a from entering the first winning opening 64 as much as possible. In addition, since the special winning opening 65a is provided immediately below the first winning opening 64, the first winning opening 65a is not limited to the first winning opening even if the ball is prevented from entering the first winning opening 64 during the big hit of the special symbol. A lot of balls enter the entrance 64. As a result, in most cases, while the pachinko machine 10 is transitioning to the special game state, the number of reserved balls for the first entrance 64 becomes maximum (four times).

  In the process of S609, if the special symbol jackpot is not being hit (S609: No), the pachinko machine 10 is not hitting the special symbol and the pachinko machine 10 is in a short time state of a normal symbol, so it is acquired in the process of S607. Based on the value of the second random number counter C4 and the random number table per normal symbol for high probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the normal symbol is hit is acquired (S610). Specifically, the value of the second random number counter C4 is compared with the random number value stored in the random number table per ordinary symbol for high probability. As described above, if the value of the second hit type counter C4 is in the range of “5-204”, it is determined that it is a normal symbol hit, and if it is in the range of “0-4, 205-239”, It is determined that it is out of the normal symbol (see FIG. 8B).

  In the process of S608, when the value of the time reduction counter 203e is 0 (S608: No), the process proceeds to S611. In the process of S611, since the pachinko machine 10 is in the big hit of the special symbol or the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol, the value of the second per-random number counter C4 acquired in the process of S607 is low. Based on the random number table per normal symbol for probability, a lottery result indicating whether or not the normal symbol is hit is acquired (S611). Specifically, the value of the second random number counter C4 is compared with the random number value stored in the random number table per normal symbol for low probability. As described above, if the value of the second hit type counter C4 is in the range of “5-28”, it is determined that it is a normal symbol hit, and if it is in the range of “0-4, 29-239”, It is determined that the symbol is out of the normal pattern (see FIG. 10B).

  Next, it is determined whether the normal symbol lottery result acquired by the processing of S610 or S611 is a normal symbol win (S612). If it is determined that the normal symbol wins (S612: Yes) The display mode for winning is set (S613). In the process of S613, after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is completed, the symbol “◯” is set to be lit and displayed as the stop symbol (second symbol).

  Then, it is determined whether the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S614). If the value of the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more (S614: Yes), the present symbol is a big hit of the special symbol. Is determined (S615). As a result of the determination, if the special symbol is a big hit (S615: Yes), the process proceeds to S617. In the present embodiment, during the big hit of the special symbol, in order to suppress the sphere from entering the first entrance 64 as much as possible, even when it hits the normal symbol, it is the same as when the normal symbol is off In addition, the number of opening times and the opening time of the electric accessory are set.

  In the process of S615, if the special symbol is not in a big hit (S615: No), the pachinko machine 10 is not in the big hit of the special symbol and the pachinko machine 10 is in the short time state of the normal symbol, so the first entrance The opening period of the electric accessory attached to 64 is set to 1 second, the number of times of opening is set to 2 (S616), and the process proceeds to S619. In the process of S614, when the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0 (S614: No), the process proceeds to S617. In the process of S617, since the pachinko machine 10 is in the big hit of the special symbol or the pachinko machine 10 is in the normal state of the normal symbol, the opening period of the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is set to 0. In addition to setting for 2 seconds, the number of times of opening is set to 1 (S617), and the process proceeds to S619.

  In the process of S612, when it is determined that the symbol is out of the normal symbol (S612: No), the display mode at the time of disconnection is set (S618). In the process of S618, after the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is finished, the symbol “x” is set to be lit and displayed as the stop symbol (second symbol). When the setting of the display mode at the time of removal is completed, the process proceeds to S619.

  In the process of S619, it is determined whether or not the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 1 or more (S619). The display variation time is set to 3 seconds (S620), and this process is terminated. On the other hand, if the value of the hour / minute counter 203e is 0 (S619: No), the variation display variation time in the second symbol display device 83 is set to 30 seconds (S621), and this processing is terminated. In this way, except for the big hit of the special symbol, when the probability of the normal symbol is high, the time of the variable display becomes “30 seconds → 3 seconds” as compared with the case of the low probability of the normal symbol, and further, Since the release period of the first entrance 64 becomes very long as “0.2 seconds × 1 time → 1 second × 2 times”, it becomes easy for the ball to enter the first entrance 64.

  In the process of S602, if the display mode of the second symbol display device 83 is changing (S602: Yes), it is determined whether or not the change time of the variable display executed in the second symbol display device 83 has elapsed. (S622). Here, the variation time is a time set in advance by the process of S620 or the process of S621 before the variable display is started on the second symbol display device 83.

  If the variation time has not elapsed in the process of S622 (S622: No), this process ends. On the other hand, if the variation time of the variation display being executed has elapsed in the process of S622 (S622: Yes), the stop display of the second symbol display device 83 is set (S623). In the process of S623, if the normal symbol lottery is won and the display mode is set by the process of S613, the symbol “◯” as the second symbol is stopped in the second symbol display device 83. It is set to be displayed (lighted display). On the other hand, if the normal symbol lottery is lost and the display mode is set by the processing of S618, the “x” symbol as the second symbol is displayed on the second symbol display device 83 as a stop display (lights on). Display). When the stop display is set by the process of S623, when the second symbol display update process (see S1007) of the main process (see FIG. 23) is executed next, the variable display on the second symbol display device 83 is displayed. The stop symbol (second symbol) is stopped and displayed on the second symbol display device 83 (lit display) in the display mode set in the processing of S613 or S618.

  Next, whether or not the normal symbol lottery result (the current lottery result) performed by the normal symbol variation process is the normal symbol hit when the variation display being executed in the second symbol display device 83 is started. Is determined (S624). If the current lottery result is a normal symbol (S624: Yes), the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory attached to the first entrance 64 is set (S625), and this process is terminated. When the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory is set by the processing of S625, when the electric accessory opening / closing process (see S1005) of the main process (see FIG. 23) is executed next, the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is executed. Is started, and the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is continued until the opening time and the number of opening times set in the process of S616 or the process of S617 are completed. On the other hand, in the process of S624, if the current lottery result is out of the normal symbol (S624: No), the process of S625 is skipped and the process is terminated.

  Next, the through-gate passing process (S107) executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the through gate passing process (S107). This through-gate passing process (S107) is executed in the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 15), and it is determined whether or not a sphere has passed through the second entrance 67. This is a process for acquiring and holding the value indicated by the second random number counter C4.

  In the through gate passing process (S107), first, it is determined whether or not the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 (S701). Here, the passage of the ball at the second entrance 67 is detected over three timer interruption processes. If it is determined that the ball has passed through the second entrance 67 (S701: Yes), the value of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d (the number M of the variable display hold in the normal symbol) is acquired (S702). . Then, it is determined whether or not the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment) (S703).

  Whether the ball has not passed through the second entrance 67 (S701: No), or even if the ball has passed through the second entrance 67, the value (M) of the normal symbol holding ball counter 203d is 4. If not less than this (S703: No), this processing is terminated. On the other hand, if the ball passes through the second entrance 67 (S701: Yes) and the value (M) of the normal symbol reserved ball number counter 203d is less than 4 (S703: Yes), the number of normal symbol reserved balls The value (M) of the counter 203d is incremented by 1 (S704). Then, the value of the second random number counter C4 updated in S103 of the timer interruption process described above is used as the first of the free reserved areas (holding first area to holding fourth area) of the normal symbol holding ball storage area 203b of the RAM 203. (S705), and this process ends. In the process of S705, the value of the normal symbol reserved ball counter 203d is referred to. If the value is 0, the reserved first area is set as the first area. Similarly, if the value is 1, the reserved second area is set as the first area, if the value is 2, the reserved third area is set as the first area, and if the value is 3, the reserved fourth area is set as the first area.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an NMI interrupt process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. The NMI interruption process is a process executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110 when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. By this NMI interrupt processing, the information on the occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SG1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 to the NMI terminal of the MPU 201 in the main controller 110. Then, the MPU 201 interrupts the control being executed and starts the NMI interrupt process, stores the power-off occurrence information in the RAM 203 as a setting of the power-off occurrence information (S801), and ends the NMI interrupt process. To do.

  The above NMI interrupt process is executed in the same manner in the payout and emission control device 111, and information on the occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 213 by the NMI interrupt process. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SG1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252 to the NMI terminal of the MPU 211 in the payout control device 111, and the MPU 211 interrupts the control being executed. Thus, the NMI interrupt process is started.

  Next, a startup process executed by the MPU 201 in the main control device 110 when the main control device 110 is powered on will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing this start-up process. This start-up process is activated by a reset at power-on. In the start-up process, first, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed (S901). For example, a predetermined value set in advance for the stack pointer is set. Next, a wait process (1 second in this embodiment) is executed in order to wait for the sub-side control device (peripheral control devices such as the sound lamp control device 113 and the payout control device 111) to be operable. (S902). Then, access to the RAM 203 is permitted (S903).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the RAM erase switch 122 (see FIG. 3) provided in the power supply device 115 is turned on (S904). If it is turned on (S904: Yes), the process proceeds to S912. On the other hand, if the RAM erasure switch 122 is not turned on (S904: No), it is further determined whether or not the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S905), and if not stored (S905: No). Since there is a possibility that the process at the time of the previous power-off was not completed normally, the process proceeds to S912 also in this case.

  If the power failure occurrence information is stored in the RAM 203 (S905: Yes), the RAM determination value is calculated (S906). If the calculated RAM determination value is not normal (S907: No), that is, the calculated RAM If the determination value does not match the RAM determination value stored at the time of power-off, the backed up data has been destroyed. In such a case as well, the process proceeds to S912. Note that the RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at the work area address of the RAM 203, as will be described later in the processing of S1014 in FIG. Instead of the RAM determination value, the validity of the backup may be determined based on whether or not the keyword written in a predetermined area of the RAM 203 is correctly stored.

  In the process of S912, a payout initialization command is transmitted in order to initialize the payout control device 111 as the sub-side control device (peripheral control device) (S912). Upon receiving this payout initialization command, the payout control device 111 clears an area (work area) other than the stack area of the RAM 213, sets an initial value, and enters a state in which game ball payout control can be started. After transmitting the payout initialization command, main controller 110 executes initialization processing (S913, S914) of RAM 203.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, when RAM data is initialized when the power is turned on, for example, when the hall starts business, the power is turned on while the RAM erase switch 122 is pressed. Therefore, if the RAM erase switch 122 is pressed during the start-up process, the RAM initialization process (S913, S914) is executed. Similarly, initialization processing (S913, S914) of the RAM 203 is executed even when the information on occurrence of power interruption is not set or when a backup abnormality is confirmed by the RAM determination value (checksum value or the like). . In the RAM initialization process (S913, S914), the used area of the RAM 203 is cleared to 0 (S913), and then the initial value of the RAM 203 is set (S914). After the initialization process of the RAM 203 is executed, the process proceeds to S910.

  On the other hand, if the RAM erase switch 122 is not turned on (S904: No), the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored (S905: Yes), and the RAM judgment value (checksum value etc.) is normal ( (S907: Yes), the power-off occurrence information is cleared while the backed up data is held in the RAM 203 (S908). Next, a payout return command at the time of power recovery for returning the sub-side control device (peripheral control device) to the gaming state when the drive power supply is cut off is transmitted (S909), and the process proceeds to S910. When the payout control device 111 receives this payout return command, the payout control device 111 is in a state where the payout control of the game ball can be started while holding the data stored in the RAM 213.

  In the process of S910, an effect permission command is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are permitted to execute various effects. Next, an interrupt is permitted (S911), and the process proceeds to a main process described later.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 23, the main process executed by the MPU 201 in the main controller 110 after the above-described startup process will be described. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing this main process. In this main process, the main process of the game is executed. As its outline, each process of S1001 to S1007 is executed as a periodic process with a period of 4 milliseconds, and the counter update process of S1010 and S1011 is executed in the remaining time.

  In the main processing, first, during execution of the timer interrupt processing (see FIG. 15), output data such as commands stored in the command transmission ring buffer provided in the RAM 203 is transferred to each control device (peripheral). External output processing to be transmitted to the control device is executed (S1001). Specifically, the presence / absence of winning detection information detected in the switch reading processing of S101 in the timer interruption processing (see FIG. 15) is determined, and if there is winning detection information, the payout control device 111 corresponds to the number of balls acquired. Send a prize ball command. Further, the reserved ball number command set in the special symbol variation process (see FIG. 16) or the start winning process (see FIG. 18) is transmitted to the voice lamp control device 113. Further, by this external output processing, a variation pattern command, a stop type command, and the like necessary for the third symbol variation display by the third symbol display device 81 are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. In addition, the round number command and the ending command set in the jackpot control process (S1004) are transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. In addition, when launching a sphere, a sphere launch signal is transmitted to the launch controller 112.

  Next, the value of the variation type counter CS1 is updated (S1002). Specifically, the variation type counter CS1 is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (198 in this embodiment). Then, the update value of the variation type counter CS 1 is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 203.

  When the update of the variation type counter CS1 is completed, the winning ball counting signal and the payout abnormality signal received from the payout control device 111 are read (S1003). A jackpot control process for opening or closing the specific winning opening (large opening) 65a of the winning device 65 is executed (S1004). In the jackpot control process, the specific winning opening 65a is opened for each round of the big hit state, and it is determined whether the maximum opening time of the specific winning opening 65a has elapsed or whether a specified number of balls have won the specific winning opening 65a. When any of these conditions is met, the specific winning opening 65a is closed. The opening and closing of the specific winning opening 65a is repeated for a predetermined number of rounds. In the present embodiment, the jackpot control process (S1004) is executed in the main process, but may be executed in the timer interrupt process.

  Next, an electric accessory opening / closing process for performing opening / closing control of the electric accessory associated with the first entrance 64 is executed (S1005). In the electric accessory opening / closing process, when the opening / closing control start of the electric accessory is set by the process of S625 of the normal symbol variation process (see FIG. 19), the opening / closing control of the electric accessory is started. The opening / closing control of the electric accessory is continued until the opening time and the number of opening times set in the processing of S616 or the processing of S617 in the normal symbol variation processing are completed.

  Next, the 1st symbol display update process which updates the display of the 1st symbol display apparatus 37 is performed (S1006). In the first symbol display update process, when the variation pattern is set by the process of S308 or the process of S310 of the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 17), the variation display corresponding to the variation pattern is displayed as the first symbol display. Begin at device 37. In the present embodiment, among the LEDs 37a of the first symbol display device 37, until the fluctuation time elapses after the fluctuation starts, for example, if the currently lit LED is red, the red LED is turned off. The green LED is turned on, and if the green LED is lit, the green LED is turned off and the blue LED is turned on. If the blue LED is lit, the blue LED is turned off. And turn on the red LED.

  The main process is executed every 4 milliseconds, but if the LED lighting color is changed every time the main process is executed, the player cannot confirm the change in the LED lighting color. Therefore, a counter (not shown) is counted once every time the main process is executed so that the player can confirm the change in the lighting color of the LED. Change the lighting color of. That is, the lighting color of the LED is changed every 0.4 s. The counter value is reset to 0 when the lighting color of the LED is changed.

  In the first symbol display update process, when the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern set by the process of S308 of the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 17) or the process of S310 ends, the first symbol display device The variation display being executed in 37 is ended, and the stop symbol (first symbol) is displayed as the first symbol in the display mode set by the processing of S307 or the processing of S309 of the special symbol variation start processing (see FIG. 17). The device 37 is stopped (lighted).

  Next, a second symbol display update process for updating the display of the second symbol display device 83 is executed (S1007). In the second symbol display update process, when the variation time of the second symbol is set by the processing of S620 of the normal symbol variation processing (see FIG. 19) or the processing of S621, the variation display is started on the second symbol display device 83. To do. Thereby, in the 2nd symbol display apparatus 83, the variable display which turns on the symbol of "(circle)" and the symbol of "x" as a 2nd symbol alternately is performed. Further, in the second symbol display update process, when the stop display of the second symbol display device 83 is set by the processing of S623 of the normal symbol variation processing (see FIG. 19), the second symbol display device 83 executes the symbol display update processing. The display of the stop symbol (second symbol) is stopped and displayed on the second symbol display device 83 in the display mode set in S613 or S618 of the normal symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). (Lights up).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not occurrence information of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008). If no occurrence information of power interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008: No), a power failure signal is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 252. SG1 is not output and the power supply is not shut off. Therefore, in such a case, it is determined whether or not the execution timing of the next main process has been reached, that is, whether or not a predetermined time (4 ms in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the start of the current main process (S1009). If the predetermined time has already elapsed (S1009: Yes), the process proceeds to S1001, and the processes after S1001 described above are repeatedly executed.

  On the other hand, if the predetermined time has not yet elapsed since the start of the current main process (S1009: No), the first time is reached until the predetermined time, that is, within the remaining time until the next main process execution timing. The initial value random number counter CINI1, the second initial value random number counter CINI2, and the variation type counter CS1 are repeatedly updated (S1010, S1011).

  First, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are updated (S1010). Specifically, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (299, 239 in the present embodiment). . Then, the updated values of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 are stored in the corresponding buffer areas of the RAM 203, respectively. Next, the variation type counter CS1 is updated by the same method as the processing of S1002 (S1011).

  Here, since the execution time of each process of S1001 to S1007 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the next main process execution timing is not constant but varies. Therefore, by repeatedly performing the update of the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 using the remaining time, the first initial value random number counter CINI1 and the second initial value random number counter CINI2 (that is, , The initial value of the first random number counter C1 and the initial value of the second random number counter C4) can be updated at random. Similarly, the variation type counter CS1 can be updated at random.

  In the processing of S1008, if the occurrence information of the power supply interruption is stored in the RAM 203 (S1008: Yes), the power supply is shut down due to the occurrence of a power outage or the power off, and the power outage monitoring circuit 252 outputs the power outage signal SG1. As a result, since the NMI interrupt process of FIG. 21 has been executed, the power-off process after S1012 is executed. First, the generation of each interrupt process is prohibited (S1012), and a power-off command indicating that the power has been cut off is sent to other control devices (peripheral control devices such as the payout control device 111 and the sound lamp control device 113). (S1013). Then, the RAM determination value is calculated and stored (S1014), access to the RAM 203 is prohibited (S1015), and the infinite loop is continued until the power supply is completely shut down and the process cannot be executed. Here, the RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value in the stack area and work area to be backed up in the RAM 203.

  Note that the processing of S1008 is performed at the timing when the series of processing corresponding to the game state change performed in S1001 to S1007 ends, or at the end of one cycle of the processing of S1010 and S1011 performed within the remaining time. It is running. Therefore, in the main process of the main controller 110, the occurrence information of the power supply interruption is confirmed at the timing when each setting is completed. Therefore, when returning from the power interruption state, the process is performed after the start-up process is completed. The process can be started from S1001. That is, the process can be started from the process of S1001 as in the case where the initialization is performed in the startup process. Therefore, in the process at the time of power shutdown, the contents of each register used by the MPU 201 are not saved in the stack area or the value of the stack pointer is not saved. In the initial setting process (S901), the stack pointer By setting to a predetermined value (initial value), it is possible to start from the processing of S1001. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the control burden on the main control device 110 and to perform accurate control without causing the main control device 110 to malfunction or run away.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 24 to 28, each control process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. The processing of the MPU 221 is roughly classified into a startup process that is started when the power is turned on, and a main process that is executed after the startup process.

  First, a startup process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing this start-up process. This startup process is started when the power is turned on.

  When the start-up process is executed, first, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed (S1201). Specifically, a predetermined value set in advance for the stack pointer is set. Thereafter, depending on whether or not the power-off process flag is turned on, the power-on process in S1318 is performed in this startup process due to an instantaneous voltage drop (momentary power failure, so-called “instantaneous power failure”) (see FIG. 25). ) Is determined during execution (S1202). As will be described later with reference to FIG. 25, when the sound lamp control device 113 receives a power-off command from the main control device 110 (see S1315 in FIG. 25), it executes a power-off process in S1318. The power-off process flag is turned on before the power-off process is executed, and the power-off process flag is turned off after the power-off process ends. Therefore, whether or not the power-off process in S1318 is in the middle of execution can be determined by the state of the power-off process flag.

  If the power-off process flag is off (S1202: No), the current start-up process is started after the power supply is completely shut off, or after a momentary power failure occurs and the power-off process at S1318 is performed. It was started after the execution of the process was completed, or started only after the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 was reset due to noise or the like (without receiving a power-off command from the main control device 110). is there. Therefore, in these cases, it is confirmed whether or not the data in the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1203).

  Confirmation of data destruction of the RAM 223 is performed as follows. That is, data as a keyword “55AAh” is written in a specific area of the RAM 223 by the process of S1206. Therefore, the data stored in the specific area is checked, and if the data is “55AAh”, there is no data destruction in the RAM 223. Conversely, if the data is not “55AAh”, the data destruction in the RAM 223 can be confirmed. If data destruction of the RAM 223 is confirmed (S1203: Yes), the process proceeds to S1204, and initialization of the RAM 223 is started. On the other hand, if data destruction of the RAM 223 is not confirmed (S1203: No), the process proceeds to S1208.

  If the current start-up process is started after the power supply is completely shut down, the keyword “55AAh” is not stored in the specific area of the RAM 223 (the memory in the RAM 223 is lost due to the power-off). ), It is determined that the data in the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1203: Yes), and the process proceeds to S1204. On the other hand, this start-up process was started after an instantaneous power failure and after completing the power-off process in S1318, or is reset only to the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 due to noise or the like. When the process starts, since the keyword “55AAh” is stored in the specific area of the RAM 223, it is determined that the data in the RAM 223 is normal (S1203: No), and the process proceeds to S1208.

  If the power-off process flag is on (S1202: Yes), the startup process this time is after an instantaneous power failure has occurred and during the execution of the power-off process in S1318, the sound lamp control device 113. The MPU 221 is started after being reset. In such a case, since the power-off process is being executed, the storage state of the RAM 223 is not necessarily correct. Therefore, since control cannot be continued in such a case, the process proceeds to S1204 and initialization of the RAM 223 is started.

  In the process of S1204, the entire storage area of the RAM 223 is checked (S1204). As a check method, first, “0FFh” is written for each byte, and it is read for each byte to check whether it is “0FFh”. If “0FFh”, it is determined as normal. The writing and checking for each byte are performed in the order of “55h”, “0AAh”, and “00h” after “0FFh”. This RAM 223 read / write check clears all storage areas of the RAM 223 to zero.

  If it is determined that the read / write check is normal for all the storage areas of the RAM 223 (S1205: Yes), the keyword “55AAh” is written in the specific area of the RAM 223 and the RAM destruction check data is set (S1206). By checking the keyword “55AAh” written in this specific area, it is checked whether or not there is data corruption in the RAM 223. On the other hand, if an abnormality in the reading / writing check is detected in any storage area of the RAM 223 (S1205: No), the abnormality of the RAM 223 is notified (S1207), and an infinite loop is performed until the power is shut off. The abnormality of the RAM 223 is notified by the display lamp 34. The sound output device 226 may output a sound to notify the abnormality of the RAM 223, or an error command may be transmitted to the display control device 114 to display an error message on the third symbol display device 81. It may be.

  In the processing of S1208, it is determined whether or not the power-off flag is turned on (S1208). The power-off flag is turned on when the power-off process in S1318 is executed (see S1317 in FIG. 25). In other words, since the power-off flag is turned on before the power-off process in S1318 is executed, the current start-up process is instantaneous because the power-off flag is turned on to reach the process in S1208. This is a case where the process is started after a power failure has occurred and the execution of the power-off process in S1318 is completed. Therefore, in such a case (S1208: Yes), the RAM work area is cleared to initialize each process of the sound lamp control device 113 (S1209), the initial value of the RAM 223 is set (S1210), and an interrupt is performed. The permission is set (S1211), and the process proceeds to the main process. Note that the work area of the RAM 223 is an area other than an area for storing commands received from the main control device 110.

  On the other hand, when the power-off flag is turned off, the process of S1208 is reached because the current start-up process is started after, for example, the power supply is completely shut down. This is a case where the processing has been reached, or the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is reset only (without receiving a power-off command from the main control device 110) due to noise or the like. Therefore, in such a case (S1208: No), S1209 which is the process of clearing the work area of the RAM 223 is skipped, the process proceeds to S1210, the initial value of the RAM 223 is set (S1210), and the interrupt permission is set. In step S1211, the process proceeds to the main process.

  The reason for skipping the clear process in S1209 is that when the process from S1204 to S1208 is reached via the process in S1206, all the storage areas of the RAM 223 have already been cleared by the process in S1204. When only the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is reset due to noise or the like and the start-up process is started, the data in the work area of the RAM 223 is stored without being cleared, so that the sound lamp control device 113 is saved. This is because the control can be continued.

  Next, a main process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 after the start-up process of the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing this main process. When the main process is executed, it is first determined whether or not 1 msec or more has elapsed since the main process was started or since the current processing of S1301 was executed (S1301). If not (S1301: No), the process proceeds to S1311 without performing the processes in S1302 to S1310. In S1301, it is determined whether or not 1 msec has passed. S1302 to S1310 are mainly processes related to display (production), whereas it is not necessary to edit in a short cycle (within 1 msec). This is because it is preferable to execute the variable display setting process of S1311, the command determination process of S1312, and the process of updating the counter values of S1313 and S1314 in a short cycle. By executing the processing of S1312 in a short cycle, it is possible to prevent the reception of a command transmitted from the main controller 110 from being missed. By executing the processing of S1311 in a short cycle, the command received by the command determination processing Based on the above, it is possible to make a setting related to the changing effect without delay.

  If 1 msec or more has elapsed in the process of S1301 (S1301: Yes), first, various commands for the display control apparatus 114 set by the processes of S1303 to S1312 are transmitted to the display control apparatus 114 (S1302). ). Next, the setting of the lighting mode of the display lamp 34 and the lighting mode of the lamp edited in the processing of S1308 described later are set (S1303), and then the power-on notification process is executed (S1304). In the power-on notification process, when the power is turned on, a notification is given to notify that the power is turned on for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds). The notification is performed by the audio output device 226 or the lamp display device 227. Is called. Moreover, it is good also as what transmits a command to the display control apparatus 114 to alert | report that power was supplied on the screen of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81. FIG. If the power is not turned on, the process proceeds to S1305 without performing the notification by the power-on notification process.

  In the process of S1305, a waiting-for-waiting effect process is executed, and then a hold number display update process is executed (S1306). In the customer waiting effect process, when a predetermined period of time elapses when the pachinko machine 10 is not played by the player, setting for switching the display of the third symbol display device 81 to the title screen is performed, and the setting is displayed as a command. Sent to device 114. In the number-of-holds display update process, a process for turning on a hold lamp (not shown) according to the value of the special symbol number-of-balls counter 223a is performed.

  Thereafter, frame button input monitoring / effect processing is executed (S1307). This frame button input monitoring / production process monitors the input of whether or not the frame button 22 operated by the player has been pressed to enhance the production effect, and corresponds to the case where the input of the frame button 22 is confirmed. This is a process for setting to produce an effect. In this process, when an operation by the player on the frame button 22 is detected, a frame button operation command for notifying the display control device 114 that the frame button 22 has been operated is set.

  Also, when the frame button 22 is pressed during a period in which the change effect is not executed or during the high-speed change period, a process for changing the stage is performed, and a rear image change command for the display control device 114 is set. By including information on the type of the back image corresponding to the stage after the change in the back image change command, the display control device 114 displays the back image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 as an image corresponding to the stage. Processing to change to is performed. In addition, when a notice character appears at the start of fluctuation display, the expected value of the jackpot due to the current fluctuation is displayed by pressing the frame button 22, or the expectation for the jackpot is displayed by pressing the frame button 22 during reach production. It is good also as a decision button for changing to the production | presentation which can have, or selecting the reach | reduction effect of the frame button 22 among several reach productions. If the frame button 22 is not provided, the process of S1307 is omitted.

  When the frame button input monitoring / production process ends, the lamp editing process is executed (S1308), and then the sound editing / output process is executed (S1309). In the lamp editing process, lighting patterns and the like of the illumination units 29 to 33 are set so as to correspond to the display performed on the third symbol display device 81. In the sound editing / output process, an output pattern of the sound output device 226 is set so as to correspond to the display performed on the third symbol display device 81, and sound is output from the sound output device 226 according to the setting.

  After the process of S1309, a liquid crystal effect execution management process is executed (S1310), and the process proceeds to S1311. In the liquid crystal effect execution management process, a time synchronized with the time required for the variable display performed by the third symbol display device 81 is set based on the variable pattern command transmitted from the main controller 110. The lamp editing process of S1308 is executed based on the time set in the liquid crystal effect execution monitoring process. Note that the sound editing / output process of S1309 is also executed in a time synchronized with the time required for the variable display performed in the third symbol display device 81.

  In the process of S1311, a command determination process for performing a process according to the command received from the main control device 110 is performed (S1311). Details of this command determination processing will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Following the command determination process (S1311), a variable display setting process is executed (S1312). In the variation display setting process, a variation pattern command for display is generated and set based on the variation pattern command received from the main control device 110 in order to cause the third symbol display device 81 to execute a variation effect. As a result, the command is transmitted to the display control device 114. Details of this variation display setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  When the processing of S1312 is completed, it is determined whether or not the information on occurrence of power interruption is stored in the work RAM 233 (S1315). The information on the occurrence of power-off is stored when a power-off command is received from the main controller 110. If power failure occurrence information is stored in the processing of S1315 (S1315: Yes), both the power shutdown flag and the power shutdown flag are turned on (S1317), and the power shutdown processing is executed (S1318). After execution of the power-off process, the power-off process flag is turned off (S1319), and then the process is looped infinitely. In the power-off process, the generation of the interrupt process is prohibited and each output port is turned off to turn off the output from the audio output device 226 and the lamp display device 227. In addition, the storage of information on occurrence of power interruption is also deleted.

  On the other hand, if the information on occurrence of power interruption is not stored in the process of S1315 (S1315: No), it is determined whether or not the RAM 223 is destroyed based on the keyword stored in the RAM 223 (S1316), and the RAM 223 is destroyed. If not (S1316: No), the process returns to S1301, and the main process is repeatedly executed. On the other hand, if the RAM 223 is destroyed (S1316: Yes), the processing is looped infinitely in order to stop the subsequent processing. Here, if it is determined that the RAM is destroyed and an infinite loop is performed, the main process is not executed, and thereafter, the display by the third symbol display device 81 does not change. Therefore, since the player can know that an abnormality has occurred, he can call a hall clerk or the like and request repair of the pachinko machine 10 or the like. Further, when it is confirmed that the RAM 223 is destroyed, the sound output device 226 or the lamp display device 227 may notify the RAM destruction.

  Next, a command determination process (S1311) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the command determination process (S1311). This command determination processing (S1311) is executed in the main processing (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113, and determines the command received from the main control device 110 as described above. .

  In the command determination process (S 1311), first, the first command received from the main control device 110 among unprocessed commands is read from the command storage area provided in the RAM 223, analyzed, and the fluctuation pattern from the main control device 110. It is determined whether a command has been received (S1401). When the variation pattern command is received (S1401: Yes), the variation start flag 223b provided in the RAM 223 is turned on (S1402), and the variation pattern type is extracted from the received variation pattern command (S1403). The variation pattern type based on the received variation pattern command is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (S1404), and the process returns to the main process. The variation pattern type extracted here is stored in the RAM 223 and is referred to when a variation display setting process (see FIG. 28) described later is executed. Then, it is used to set a display variation pattern command for notifying the display control device 114 of the start of the variation effect and its variation pattern type.

  On the other hand, if the variation pattern command has not been received (S1401: No), it is then determined whether a stop type command has been received from the main control device 110 (S1405). When the stop type command is received (S1405: Yes), the stop type selection flag 223c of the RAM 223 is set to ON (S1406), and the stop type is extracted from the received stop type command (S1407). Return to processing. The stop type extracted here is stored in the RAM 223 and is referred to when a later-described variable display setting process (see FIG. 28) is executed. Then, it is used to set a display stop type command for notifying the display control device 114 of the stop type of the variation effect.

  On the other hand, if a stop type command has not been received (S1405: No), it is then determined whether or not a reserved ball number command has been received from the main control device 110 (S1408). Then, when the reserved ball number command is received (S1408: Yes), the value included in the received held ball number command, that is, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main controller 110 (special symbol). Is extracted and stored in the special symbol reservation ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113 (S1409). In the processing of S1409, a display reserved ball number command for notifying the display control device 114 of the updated value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is set. After the process of S1409 is completed, the process returns to the main process.

  Here, since the number-of-holding balls command is sent from the main controller 110 when the ball wins the first entrance 64 (start winning) or when a special symbol lottery is performed, the starting win is received. Is detected, or every time a special symbol is drawn, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the voice lamp control device 113 is changed to the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter of the main control device 110 by the process of S1409. It can be adjusted to the value of 203c. Therefore, even if the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 deviates from the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110 due to the influence of noise or the like, At the time of symbol lottery, the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a of the sound lamp control device 113 can be corrected to match the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c of the main control device 110. When the processing of S1408 is executed, a display reserved ball number command for notifying the display controller 114 of the updated value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a is set. Thereby, in the display control device 114, the number of reserved balls corresponding to the number of reserved balls is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the processing of S1408, if the pending ball number command has not been received (S1407: No), it is then determined whether a detachment confirmation command has been received from the main controller 110 (S1410). When a detachment confirmation command is received from the main control device 110 (S1410: Yes), a detachment confirmation command reception process is executed (S1411). The details of the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411) will be described later with reference to FIG. 27A. However, the determination of success / failure indicated by the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d and the received detachment confirmation command are as follows. A process of executing a determination as to whether or not it matches the determination of whether or not the result is wrong and displaying an error code (for example, H01 or the like) indicating that the determination of correctness / incorrectness does not match on the third symbol display device 81 is performed. Executed.

  On the other hand, in the process of S1410, when the disconnection confirmation command is not received (S1410: No), it is determined whether the jackpot confirmation command output from the main controller 110 is received (S1412). When the jackpot confirmation command is received (S1412: No), the jackpot confirmation command reception process is executed (S1413). The jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 27B. However, the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is not changed. It is determined whether or not the hit determination result shown matches the hit determination result shown by the received jackpot confirmation command, and if they do not match, an error code indicating that they do not match the third symbol display device 81 (for example, A01 is displayed.

  In this way, at the time of the stop display (determination stop) of the third symbol, by comparing the validity determination indicated by the confirmation command with the received validity determination, the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 are compared. The communication state can be confirmed. Even if the fluctuation pattern command output by the main controller 110 is a deviation fluctuation pattern, the voice lamp control device 113 determines that the fluctuation pattern is a hit fluctuation pattern due to the influence of noise or the like, and the hit is notified with the third symbol. Even in this case, the error code is displayed because the determination of success / failure does not match with the confirmation command, so even if the jackpot game is not started, the game store confirms the error code and details the contents of the defect to the player. Can be explained. Therefore, it can suppress that a player has distrust in a game.

  In the present embodiment, error notification is performed by displaying an error code. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to notify the determination of success / failure based on the determination of success / failure transmitted by the confirmation command. Further, not only the determination of success / failure, but also information such as a stop type may be added to the confirmation command so that collation of the jackpot type or the like is also executed, and notification or content correction may be executed.

  If the jackpot confirmation command has not been received (S1412: No), it is determined whether or not another command has been received, the process corresponding to the received command is executed (S1418), and the process returns to the main process. . For example, if the other command is a command used in the sound lamp control device 113, the processing corresponding to the command is performed, the processing result is stored in the RAM 223, and if the command is used in the display control device 114, the command is displayed. The command is set to be transmitted to the device 114.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 27A, the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 27A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411). This deviation confirmation command reception process (S1411) is executed in the command determination process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control apparatus 113 (see S1411 in FIG. 26), and as described above, the main control apparatus When the deviation confirmation command output by 110 is received, collation is performed to determine whether the determination of whether or not the fluctuation pattern being received matches the determination of whether or not the deviation is determined by the deviation confirmation command.

  In this deviation confirmation command reception process (S1411), first, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation pattern stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is a deviation fluctuation pattern (S1501). When the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is a winning variation pattern (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1501: No), the third symbol display device is displayed with respect to the display control device 114. A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (for example, H01) indicating that the confirmation command has been received and has not been matched is set (generated) (S1502). Thereafter, the process of S1503 is executed.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is an out-of-sequence variation pattern (that is, the collation result matches) (S1501: Yes), the processing of S1502 is skipped and the processing of S1503 is performed. Run. In the process of S1503, a display detachment confirmation command is set (generated) for instructing the display control device 114 to stop display (determination stop display) of the third symbol that is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. (S1503).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 27B, the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 27B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413). This jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) is executed in the command determination process executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 (see S1413 in FIG. 26). As described above, the main control device When a jackpot confirmation command is received from 110, a collation is performed to determine whether the winning / failing determination indicated by the received variation pattern matches the winning / non-winning determination indicated by the jackpot confirmation command.

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), first, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d in the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 is a winning variation pattern (S1601). If the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is an out-of-sequence variation pattern (ie, the collation result does not match) (S1601: No), the third symbol display device is displayed with respect to the display control device 114. A display error notification command is set (generated) instructing to display an error code (for example, A01) indicating that the jackpot confirmation command is not received and matched in 81 (S1602). Thereafter, the process of S1603 is executed.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is the winning variation pattern (that is, the collation results match) (S1601: Yes), the processing of S1602 is skipped and the processing of S1603 is performed. Run. In the processing of S1603, a display jackpot confirmation command is set (generated) for instructing the display control device 114 to stop display (decision stop display) the third symbol that is being variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. (S1603).

  As described above, since it is configured to add the determination of validity to the confirmation command output from the main controller 110, the validity determination received by the sound lamp control device 113 can be collated when the fluctuation is stopped. . Therefore, even if the determination of success / failure determined by the MPU 201 of the main control device 110 is a winning variation pattern, the sound lamp control device 113 receives the variation pattern command as a deviation due to the influence of noise, etc. Even if the jackpot game is started thereafter, the store clerk on the game store side can confirm the error code and explain the contents of the defect to the player in detail. In addition, since the error code is displayed, even when an illegal signal or the like is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113 by the hanging board or the like, it can be detected early.

  In the present embodiment, the error code is displayed and the error is notified. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, although it is actually a win / no-go determination, the fluctuation pattern of deviation due to the influence of noise or the like. Even when the 3rd symbol variation display based on the is received, by receiving the jackpot confirmation command, the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays that the lottery is being redrawn, etc., and switches to the 3rd symbol notification mode indicating the jackpot Then, it may be configured such that the effect is corrected so as to match the contents. By configuring in this way, it is possible to notify the player of a more accurate determination of success / failure, and it is possible to suppress the player from having distrust in the game.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 28, the variable display setting process (S1312) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113 will be described. FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the change display setting process (S1312). This variable display setting process (S1312) is executed in the main process (see FIG. 25) executed by the MPU 221 in the sound lamp control device 113, and in order to execute a variable effect in the third symbol display device 81, A display variation pattern command is generated and set based on the variation pattern command received from main controller 110.

  In the variation display setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the variation start flag 223b provided in the RAM 223 is ON (S1701). If it is determined that the fluctuation start flag 223b is not on (that is, it is off) (S1701: No), the fluctuation pattern command is not received from the main controller 110, so the process proceeds to S1706. Transition. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation start flag 223b is on (S1701: Yes), the fluctuation start flag 223b is turned off (S1702), and then the fluctuation pattern is determined in the process of S1403 of the command determination process (see FIG. 26). The variation pattern type in the variation effect extracted from the command is acquired from the RAM 223 (S1703).

  Then, based on the obtained variation pattern type, a variation pattern command for display for notification to the display control device 114 is generated, and the command is set for transmission to the display control device 114 (S1704). The display control device 114 receives the display variation pattern command so that the third symbol display device 81 performs the variation display of the third symbol with the variation pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command. Display control of the variation effect is started.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the stop type selection flag 223c provided in the RAM 233 is on (S1705). If it is determined that the stop type selection flag 223c is not on (that is, it is off) (S1705: No), the stop type command has not been received from the main control device 110, so this change display. The setting process ends, and the process returns to the main process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the stop type selection flag 223c is on (S1705: Yes), the stop type selection flag 223c is turned off (S1706), and then in the process of S1405 of the command determination process (see FIG. 26), The stop type in the variation effect extracted from the stop type command is acquired from the RAM 223 (S1707).

  The stop type instructed by the stop type command from the main control device 110 is set as it is as the stop type of the variation effect in the third symbol display device 81 (S1708), and the process proceeds to S1709. In the processing of S1709, based on the set stop type, a display stop type command for notification to the display control device 114 is generated, and the command is set for transmission to the display control device 114 (S1709). .

  Next, each control executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 40. The MPU 231 is roughly divided into a main process that is repeatedly executed after the power is turned on, a command interrupt process that is executed when a command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, and one frame worth from the image controller 237. There is a V-interrupt process executed when the MPU 231 detects a V-interrupt signal transmitted every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process is completed. The MPU 231 normally executes main processing, and executes command interrupt processing and V interrupt processing in accordance with reception of a command and detection of a V interrupt signal. If command reception and V interrupt signal detection are performed at the same time, command reception processing is preferentially executed. As a result, the contents of the command received from the voice lamp control device 113 can be quickly reflected to execute the V interrupt process.

  First, a main process executed by the MPU 231 in the display control apparatus 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing this main process. The main process executes an initialization process when the power is turned on.

  Specifically, the main process is activated according to the following flow. When power is turned on from the power supply circuit 115 to the display control device 114 and the system reset is released, the MPU 231 sets the instruction pointer 231a provided in the MPU 231 to “0000H” according to its hardware configuration. The address “0000H” indicated by the instruction pointer 231a is designated for the bus line 240. When the ROM controller 234b of the character ROM 234 detects that the address specified on the bus line 240 is “0000H”, it sets the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d in the buffer RAM 234c. The corresponding data (instruction code) is output to the MPU 231. Then, the MPU 231 fetches the instruction code received from the character ROM 234, and starts the main process by starting execution of the process according to the fetched instruction.

  Here, if all the boot programs processed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released are stored in the NAND flash memory 234a, the character ROM 234 confirms that the address specified on the bus line 240 is “0000H”. Upon detection, one page of data including data (instruction code) corresponding to the address “0000H” must be read from the NAND flash memory 234a and set in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, because of the nature of the NAND flash memory 234a, it takes a long time to set it from the reading to the buffer RAM 234c. Therefore, the MPU 231 receives the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” after designating the address “0000H”. A lot of waiting time will be consumed. Therefore, since the time required for starting the MPU 231 becomes longer, as a result, there is a problem that the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 may not be started immediately.

  On the other hand, as in this embodiment, a predetermined number of instructions from the first instruction to be processed by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released is stored in the NOR ROM 234d in the boot program. Since the memory can read data, when the address “0000H” is designated from the MPU 231 via the bus line 240 after the system reset is released, the character ROM 234 is immediately stored in the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR ROM 234d. The stored boot program can be set in the buffer RAM 234 c and the corresponding data (instruction code) can be output to the MPU 231. Therefore, since the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, the MPU 231 can start the main process in a short time. Therefore, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control of the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 can be started immediately.

  When the main processing is executed as described above, first, the boot processing executed by the boot program is executed (S1801), and the display control device 114 is configured so that various controls on the third symbol display device 81 can be executed. Start up.

  Here, the boot process (S1801) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a boot process (S1801) executed in the main process in the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the control program and fixed value data executed by the MPU 231 are stored in the third symbol display device 81 instead of providing and storing a dedicated program ROM as in the conventional gaming machine. It is stored in a character ROM 234 provided for storing image data to be displayed. The character ROM 234 is composed of a NAND flash memory 234a capable of increasing the capacity with a small area, so that not only image data but also a control program or the like can be sufficiently stored. There is no need to provide a dedicated program ROM for storing programs and the like. Therefore, the number of parts in the display control device 114 can be reduced, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, and an increase in failure occurrence rate due to an increase in the number of parts can be suppressed.

  On the other hand, the NAND type flash memory has a low reading speed especially when random access is performed. Even if a high-performance processor is used, the processing performance of the display control device 114 may be deteriorated. Therefore, in this boot process, the control program and fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a are transferred to the program storage area 233a or data table provided in the work RAM 233 constituted by DRAM. The process of transferring to the storage area 233b and storing it is executed.

  Specifically, first, based on the above-described hardware operations of the MPU 231 and the character ROM 234, the first program storage area 234d1 of the NOR-type ROM 234d after the system reset is released is read according to the boot program set in the buffer RAM 234c. Among the control programs stored in the two program storage area 234a1, a predetermined amount is transferred to the program storage area 233a (S1901). The predetermined amount of control program transferred here includes the remaining boot programs that are not stored in the first program storage area 234d1.

  Then, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the first predetermined address of the program storage area 233a, that is, the head address of the remaining boot program stored in the program storage area 233a (S1902). Accordingly, the MPU 231 starts executing the remaining boot program included in the control program transferred to and stored in the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901.

  In addition, by setting the instruction pointer 231a to a predetermined address in the program storage area 233a by the process of S1902, the MPU 231 executes various processes while reading the control program stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233. become. That is, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the work RAM 233 having the program storage area 233a and fetches the instruction instead of reading the control program from the NAND flash memory 234a having the second program storage area 234a1. Then, various processes are executed. As described above, since the work RAM 233 is constituted by a DRAM, a read operation is performed at high speed. Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the MPU 231 can fetch an instruction at high speed and execute processing for the instruction.

  When the instruction pointer 231a is set by the processing of S1902, it is subsequently stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a according to the remaining boot program that is started to be executed by the set instruction pointer 231a. The remaining control programs and fixed value data that have not been transferred to the program storage area 233a are transferred to the program storage area 233a or the data table storage area 233b by a predetermined amount (S1903). Specifically, the control program and some fixed data are stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233, and the above-described various data tables (display data table, transfer data table) among the fixed value data are stored in the data table. Transfer to the storage area 233b.

  Then, after executing other processes necessary for the boot process (S1904), the instruction pointer 231a is executed after the second predetermined address in the program storage area 233a, that is, after the end of the boot process (see S1801 in FIG. 29). By setting the start address of the program corresponding to the power initialization process (see S1802 in FIG. 29) (S1905), the boot program is finished and the boot process is terminated.

  As described above, by executing the boot process (S1801), the control program and the fixed value data stored in the second program storage area 234a1 of the NAND flash memory 234a are all stored in the work RAM 233 configured by DRAM. The program storage area 233a and the data table storage area 233b are transferred and stored. At the end of the boot process, the instruction pointer 231a is set to the second predetermined address described above. Thereafter, the MPU 231 reads the control program transferred to the program storage area 233a without referring to the NAND flash memory 234a. To execute various processes.

  Therefore, even when the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, the control program and fixed value data are stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 By transferring the data to the data table storage area 233b, the MPU 231 can read out a control program and fixed value data from a work RAM constituted by a DRAM having a high reading speed and perform various controls. High processing performance can be maintained, and diversified and complicated effects can be easily executed using the auxiliary effect section.

  On the other hand, not all boot programs are stored in the NOR-type ROM 234d, but a predetermined number of instructions are stored from the instruction to be processed first by the MPU 231 after the system reset is released, and the remaining boot programs are stored in the NAND-type flash memory 234a. Even if it is stored in the second program storage area 234a1, the control program stored in the second program storage area 234a1 can be reliably transferred to the program storage area 233a. Therefore, the character ROM 234 can start up the MPU 231 in a short time only by adding an extremely small-capacity NOR-type ROM 234d, thereby suppressing an increase in the cost of the character ROM 234 due to the shortening of the time. Can do.

  In the boot process shown in FIG. 30, the predetermined amount of control program transferred to the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901 includes all remaining boot programs not stored in the first program storage area 234d1. Although it is configured, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. The predetermined amount of control program transferred to the program storage area 233a by the process of S1901 is a boot program that executes a boot process to be processed following the process of S1902 It may be part of The boot program transferred here transfers a predetermined amount of the control program including the remaining boot programs to the program storage area 233a, and further, the start address of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a is set as an instruction pointer. The process set to 231a may be performed. Then, the processing of S1903 to S1905 may be executed by all the remaining boot programs stored in the program storage area 233a.

  In addition, the boot program transferred by the process of S1901 further transfers a part of the remaining boot program by a predetermined amount to the program storage area 233a, and subsequently, the head of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a. Processing for setting an address in the instruction pointer 231a may be executed. In addition, a part of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a by this processing further transfers a part of the remaining boot program to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount, and subsequently to the program storage area 233a. Processing for setting the head address of the stored boot program in the instruction pointer 231a may be executed. Then, a part of the remaining boot program is transferred to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount, and then the process of setting the start address of the boot program stored in the program storage area 233a in the instruction pointer 231a is performed in S1901. The processing of S1903 to S1905 may be executed after repeating a plurality of times including the processing of S1902.

  Thus, even if the boot program has a large program size and the remaining boot programs not stored in the first program storage area 234d1 cannot be transferred to the program storage area 233a at a time, the MPU 231 is already stored in the program storage area 233a. The boot program can be transferred to the program storage area 233a by a predetermined amount.

  In the present embodiment, a case has been described in which a part of the boot program executed by the MPU 231 is first stored in the first program storage area 234d1 when the system reset is canceled. One program storage area 234d1 may be stored. In this case, when starting the boot process, the MPU 231 may execute the processes of S1903 to S1905 without performing the processes of S1901 and S1902. This eliminates the need to transfer the boot program to the program storage area 233a, thereby reducing the number of times the program is transferred to the character ROM 234 or the program storage area 233a, thereby reducing the boot processing time. Therefore, the control of the auxiliary effect section in the MPU 231 that can be performed after the boot process can be started earlier.

  Returning to the description of FIG. When the boot process is completed, an initial setting process is executed in accordance with the control program transferred and stored in the program storage area 233a of the work RAM 233 (S1802). Specifically, the value of the stack pointer is set in the MPU 231 and various settings for the register group in the MPU 231 and the I / O device are performed. Further, processing for clearing the storage of the work RAM 233, the resident video RAM 235, and the normal video RAM 236 is performed. Further, various flags are provided in the work RAM 233, and initial values are set for the respective flags. Note that “off” or “0” is set as the initial value of each flag unless otherwise specified.

  Further, in the initial setting process, after the initial setting of the image controller 237, the image controller 237 draws an image so that an image of a specific color is displayed on the entire screen on the third symbol display device 81. And instructing execution of display processing. Thus, immediately after the power is turned on, an image of a specific color is first displayed on the entire screen on the third symbol display device 81. Here, the color of the image displayed on the entire screen of the third symbol display device 81 immediately after the power is turned on is set to be different depending on the model of the pachinko machine. Thereby, in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacture, immediately after turning on the power, the pachinko machine 10 is checked by checking whether an image of a color corresponding to the model is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. It is possible to easily and immediately determine whether or not the start can be normally started.

  Next, a transfer instruction is transmitted to the image controller 237 so that the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 (S1803). This transfer instruction includes the start address and end address of the character ROM 234 storing image data corresponding to the main image when the power is turned on, transfer destination information (here, the resident video RAM 235), and the transfer destination. In accordance with this transfer instruction, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in accordance with the transfer instruction. It is transferred to the image area 235a.

  When the transfer of the image data indicated by the transfer instruction is completed, the image controller 237 transmits a transfer end signal indicating the transfer end to the MPU 231. By receiving this transfer end signal, the MPU 231 can recognize that the transfer of the image data designated by the transfer instruction has ended. When the image controller 237 completes the transfer of the image data indicated by the transfer instruction, transfer end information indicating the end of transfer is stored in a register or a partial area of the built-in memory provided in the image controller 237. You may make it write. The MPU 231 reads information in this register or a partial area of the built-in memory as needed, and detects that transfer of the image data designated by the transfer instruction has been completed by detecting writing of transfer end information by the image controller 237. You may do it.

  The image data transferred to the main image area 235a when the power is turned on is held so as not to be overwritten until the power is turned off. When the transfer of the image data corresponding to the power-on main image to the power-on main image area 235a is completed based on the transfer instruction transmitted to the image controller 237 in the process of S1803, the power-on variation image is then displayed. A transfer instruction is transmitted to the image controller so that the image data corresponding to is transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235 (S1804). In this transfer instruction, the head address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image, the data size of the image data, transfer destination information (here, the resident video RAM 235), , The start address of the power-on variation image area 235b as the transfer destination is included, and the image controller receives image data corresponding to the power-on variation image from the character ROM 234 in the resident video RAM 235 in accordance with the transfer instruction. The image is transferred to the fluctuation image area 235b at power-on. The image data transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b is held so as not to be overwritten until the power is turned off.

  When the transfer of the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image to the power-on variation image area 235b is completed based on the transfer instruction transmitted to the image controller 237 in the process of S1804, then, the simple image display flag 233c. Is turned on (S1805). Thus, while the simple image display flag 233c is on, all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in a transfer setting process (see FIG. 38A) described later. Resident image transfer setting processing for instructing transfer to the image controller 237 so as to transfer is executed (see S3302 in FIG. 38A).

  The simple image display flag 233c is used to transfer all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 based on a transfer instruction to the image controller 237 by the resident image transfer setting process. It remains on until it is finished. Thus, during this time, in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the simple command is drawn so that the power-on image (power-on main image and power-on fluctuation image) shown in FIG. 11 is drawn. Determination processing (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and simple display setting processing (see S2109 in FIG. 31B) are executed.

  As described above, since the pachinko machine 10 uses the NAND flash memory 234a for the character ROM 234, all the image data to be stored in the resident video RAM 235 is caused by the slow reading speed. It takes a lot of time to be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, as in the main processing, after the power is turned on, the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image are first transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, and the power-on main image is transferred to the third image. By displaying on the symbol display device 81, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the player or the hall-related person can turn on the power displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The main image can be confirmed. Therefore, the display control device 114 transfers the remaining image data to be resident from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image at power-on on the third symbol display device 114. be able to. On the other hand, the player or the like can recognize that some initialization processing is being performed while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on, so that the player resides in the remaining resident video RAM 235. Until the image data to be transferred is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, it is possible to wait until the initialization is completed without worrying about whether the operation has stopped.

  Also in the operation check at the factory or the like at the time of manufacturing, the main image at the time of turning on the power is immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the third symbol display device 81 starts operating without any problem when the power is turned on. The use of the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed as the character ROM 234 can suppress the deterioration of the operation check efficiency.

  In the display control device 114 of the pachinko machine 10, the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 together with the power-on main image after the power is turned on. When the player starts playing while being displayed on the display device 81, the player enters the first entrance 64 (start winning), and the main control device 110 instructs the start of the variation effect by controlling the sound lamp. When the display 113 is used, that is, when a display variation pattern command is received, the variation image at power-on can be displayed immediately during the variation effect period, and a simple variation effect can be performed. Therefore, the player can confirm that the lottery is surely performed by the simple variation effect even while the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 when the power is turned on.

  As described above, while the remaining image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, the main image is continuously displayed on the third symbol display device 81, but the character ROM 234 is displayed. Is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, and therefore, it takes time to transfer the data. Therefore, after the power is turned on, the time during which the main image is displayed when the power is turned on also becomes longer. However, since the pachinko machine 10 can perform a simple variation effect using the power-on variation image transferred to the resident video RAM 235 after the power is turned on, immediately after the power is turned on, for example, after power failure Even immediately after the main image is displayed when the power is turned on, the player can play the game with peace of mind.

  After the processing of S1805, interrupt permission is set (S1806). Thereafter, the main processing executes infinite loop processing until the power is turned off. Thereby, after the interrupt permission is set by the process of S1806, the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process are executed according to the command reception and the detection of the V interrupt signal.

  Next, a command interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31A is a flowchart showing the command interrupt process. As described above, when a command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, the MPU 231 executes a command interrupt process.

  In this command interruption process, the received command data is extracted, the extracted command data is sequentially stored in the command buffer area provided in the work RAM 233 (S2001), and the process is terminated. Various commands stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process are read by a command determination process or a simple command determination process of a V interrupt process described later, and a process corresponding to the command is performed.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 31B, a V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 will be described. FIG. 31B is a flowchart showing the V interrupt processing. In this V interrupt process, various processes corresponding to the command stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process are executed, and an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is specified, and then the image is drawn. A list (see FIG. 14) is created, and the drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237, thereby instructing the image controller 237 to execute drawing processing and display processing of the image.

  As described above, the execution of this V interrupt process is started when the V interrupt signal from the image controller 237 is detected. This V-interrupt signal is a signal that is generated every 20 milliseconds when image rendering processing for one frame is completed in the image controller 237 and transmitted to the MPU 231. Therefore, by executing the V interrupt process in synchronization with the V interrupt signal, a drawing instruction is issued to the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the image drawing process for one frame is completed. become. Therefore, the image controller 237 does not receive an instruction to draw the next image when the image drawing process or the display process is not finished, so that drawing of a new image is started in the middle of drawing the image, It is possible to prevent the image from being developed in response to a new drawing instruction in the frame buffer in which the image information being displayed is stored.

  Here, the outline of the flow of the V interrupt process will be described first, and then the details of each process will be described with reference to other drawings. In this V interrupt process, as shown in FIG. 31B, first, it is determined whether or not the simple image display flag 233c is on (S2101), and the simple image display flag 233c is not on. If it is off (S2101: No), it means that the transfer of all the image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has been completed. In order to display on the display device 81, a command determination process (S2102) is executed, and then a display setting process (S2103) is executed.

  In the command determination process (S2102), the content of the command from the voice lamp control device 113 stored in the command buffer area by the command interrupt process is analyzed, and the process according to the command is executed. When the display variation pattern command is stored, a display data table for demonstration or a variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern type is set in the display data table buffer 233d, and transfer corresponding to the set display data table is performed. The data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e.

  In this command determination process, all commands stored in the command buffer area at that time are analyzed and the process is executed. This is because the command determination process is performed at intervals of 20 milliseconds when the V interrupt process is executed, and it is highly likely that a plurality of commands are stored in the command buffer area during the 20 milliseconds. is there. In particular, when the main control device 110 determines the start of a variation effect, there is a high possibility that a display variation pattern command, a display stop type command, and the like are simultaneously stored in the command buffer area. Therefore, by analyzing and executing these commands at once, the variation effect mode and stop type selected by the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 can be quickly grasped, and an effect image corresponding to the mode can be obtained. Drawing of an image can be controlled so as to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Details of the command determination process (S2102) will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  In the display setting process (S2103), based on the contents of the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the command determination process (S2102) or the like, an image for one frame to be displayed next on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed. The contents of are specifically identified. Further, an effect mode to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is determined according to the processing status and the like, and a display data table corresponding to the determined effect mode is set in the display data table buffer 233d. Details of the display setting process will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  After the display setting process is executed, a task process is then executed (S2104). In this task process, the image is constructed based on the content of the next one frame image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 specified by the display setting process (S2103) or the simple display setting process (S2109). In addition to specifying the type of sprite (display object) to be performed, various parameters necessary for drawing such as a display coordinate position, an enlargement ratio, and a rotation angle are determined for each sprite.

  Next, a transfer setting process is executed (S2105). In this transfer setting process, while the simple image display flag 233c is on, the image controller 237 transfers image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined area of the resident video RAM 235. Set instructions. In addition, while the simple image display flag 233c is off, predetermined image data is transmitted from the character ROM 234 to the normal controller for the image controller 237 based on the transfer data information in the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. In addition to setting a transfer instruction to be transferred to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a of the video RAM 236 and receiving a continuous notice command or a back image change command from the audio lamp control device 113, the image controller 237 is continuously connected. A transfer instruction is set to transfer the image data of the continuous notice image used in the notice effect and the image data of the rear image after the change from the character ROM 234 to a predetermined sub-area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. Details of the transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 38 and 39.

  Next, a drawing process is executed (S2106). In this drawing process, the types of sprites constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104), parameters necessary for drawing each sprite, and the transfer instruction set in the transfer setting process (S2105) are used. 14 is generated, and the drawing list is transmitted to the image controller 237 together with the drawing target buffer information. Thereby, the image controller 237 executes image drawing processing according to the drawing list. Details of the drawing process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, update processing of various counters provided in the display control device 114 is executed (S2107). Then, the V interrupt process ends. As a counter updated by the process of S2107, for example, there is a stop symbol counter (not shown) for determining a stop symbol. The value of the stop symbol counter is stored in the work RAM 233, and an update process is performed each time the V interrupt process is executed. When reception of the display stop type command is detected in the command determination process, the stop type indicated by the display stop type command (big hit A, big hit B, front / rear outreach, reach other than front / rear out, complete out) The corresponding stop type table and the stop type counter are compared, and the stop symbol after the changing effect displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is finally set.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the processing of S2101 that the simple image display flag 233c is on (S2101: Yes), this means that transfer of all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has not been completed. Therefore, in order to display the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81, the simple command determination process (S2108) is executed, then the simple display setting process (S2109) is executed, and the process proceeds to S2104.

  Next, the details of the above-described command determination process (S2102), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the command determination process.

  In this command determination process (S2102), as shown in FIG. 32, first, it is determined whether or not there is an unprocessed new command in the command buffer area (S2201). If there is no unprocessed new command (S2201: No), the command determination process is terminated and the process returns to the V interrupt process. On the other hand, if there is an unprocessed new command (S2201: Yes), the new command flag for notifying the display setting process (S2103) that the new command has been processed in the ON state is set to ON (S2202), and then the command For all unprocessed commands stored in the buffer area, the command type is analyzed (S2203).

  In the unprocessed command, first, it is determined whether or not there is a display variation pattern command (S2204). If there is a display variation pattern command (S2204: Yes), the variation pattern command processing is executed. (S2205), the process returns to S2201.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 33A, details of the variation pattern command processing (S2205) will be described. FIG. 33A is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command processing. This variation pattern command process executes a process corresponding to the display variation pattern command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the variation pattern command processing, first, a variation display data table corresponding to the variation effect pattern indicated by the display variation pattern command is determined, the determined variation display data table is read from the data table storage area 233b, and the display data table is displayed. It is set in the buffer 233d (S2301).

  Here, since the determination of the start of fluctuation is always performed several seconds or more in the main controller 110, two or more display fluctuation pattern commands are not received within 20 milliseconds. When executing, it is impossible that two or more display variation pattern commands are stored in the command buffer area, but part of the command changes due to the influence of noise etc., and another command is displayed incorrectly. It may be interpreted as a variation pattern command. In the processing of S2301, in preparation for such a case, if it is determined that two or more display variation pattern commands are stored in the command buffer area, the variation display data table corresponding to the variation pattern with the shortest variation time. Is set in the display data table buffer 233d.

  If a change display data table corresponding to a change pattern with a long change time is set in the display data table buffer 233d, a change effect having a change time shorter than the set display data table is actually generated by the main control device. 110, the next display variation pattern command is received from the main control device 110 while the variation effect according to the set variation display data table is being displayed on the third symbol display device 81. As a result, another change display is suddenly started, which may cause the player to feel uncomfortable.

  On the other hand, as shown in the present embodiment, by setting the display data table buffer 233d with the display data table buffer 233d corresponding to the change pattern with the shortest change time, the change is actually longer than the set display data table. Even when the variable effect having time is instructed by the main controller 110, as will be described later, after the variable effect according to the display data table buffer 233d is completed, the main controller 110 performs the next display. Since the display setting process controls the display of the 3rd symbol display device 81 so that the demonstration effect is displayed until the pattern command is received, the player can feel the 3rd symbol display device 81 without any discomfort. You can continue to see changes in the three symbols.

  Next, a transfer data table corresponding to the display data table set in S2301 is determined and read from the data table storage area 233b, and set in the transfer data table buffer 233e (S2302). Then, among the data table determination flags provided for each variation display data table corresponding to each variation pattern, the data table determination flag corresponding to the variation display data table set by the processing of S2301 is turned on, and other variations The data table discrimination flag corresponding to the display data table is set to OFF (S2303). In the display setting process, by referring to the data table determination flag set by the process of S2303, it is easy to determine which fluctuation pattern the fluctuation display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d corresponds to. Judgment can be made.

  Next, based on the variation time of the variation pattern corresponding to the variation display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the processing of S2301, time data representing the variation time is set in the time counter 233h (S2304), and the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S2305). Then, both the demonstration display flag and the confirmed display flag are set to OFF (S2306), the variation pattern command is terminated, and the process returns to the command determination process.

  By executing this variation pattern command process, in the display setting process, the pointer 233f initialized by the process of S2305 is updated, while the change display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d by the process of S2301 is updated. The drawing contents specified by the address indicated by the pointer 233f are extracted, the contents of the image for one frame to be displayed next on the third symbol display device 81 are specified, and at the same time, the transfer data table buffer 233e is processed by the process of S2302. The transfer data information defined at the address indicated by the pointer 233f is extracted from the transfer data table set in (2), and the image data of the sprite required in the set variable display data table is previously stored in the normal video R from the character ROM 234. To be transferred to the image storage area 236a of M236, to control the image controller 237.

  In the display setting process, the time of the variation effect defined in the variation display data table is measured using the time counter 233h in which the time data is set by the process of S2304, and the variation effect in the variation display data table is completed. If it is determined, the stop display setting is controlled so that the stop symbol corresponding to the display stop type command from the main control device 110 is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Here, if the time counter 233h is subtracted to 1, then the time counter 233h is updated (set) to 0 until a display outage confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received. Absent. Therefore, by receiving the display removal confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command, the confirmation display flag is set to ON and the third symbol is stopped and displayed (determined stop display).

  Returning to the description of FIG. If it is determined that there is no display variation pattern command in the process of S2204 (S2204: No), it is then determined whether or not there is a display stop type command among the unprocessed commands (S2206). If there is a display variation type command (S2206: Yes), stop type command processing is executed (S2207), and the processing returns to S2201.

  Here, the details of the stop type command process (S2207) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33B is a flowchart showing stop type command processing. This stop type command process executes a process corresponding to the display variation type command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the stop type command process, first, the stop type table corresponding to the stop type information (one of big hit A, big hit B, front / rear outreach, reach other than front / rear out, or complete out) indicated by the display stop type command is determined. (S2401), the stop type table is compared with the value of the stop type counter updated each time the V-interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) is executed, and displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The stop symbol after the fluctuating effect is finally set (S2402).

  Then, among the stop symbol determination flags provided for each stop symbol, the stop symbol determination flag corresponding to the stop symbol set by the processing of S2402 is turned on, and the stop symbol determination flags corresponding to other stop symbols are set. It is set to off (S2403).

  Here, as described above, in the variation display data table, as the type information for specifying the third symbol to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 after a predetermined time has elapsed since the variation based on the data table was started. , Offset information (symbol offset information) from the stop symbol set by the process of S2402 is described. In the task process (S2104) described above, after a predetermined time has elapsed since the change was started, the stop symbol set by the process of S2402 is specified from the stop symbol determination flag set in S2403, and the specified stop By adding the symbol offset information acquired by the display setting process to the symbol, the third symbol to be actually displayed is specified. Then, the address at which the image data corresponding to the specified third symbol is stored is specified. Note that the image data corresponding to the third symbol is stored in the third symbol area 235d of the resident video RAM 235 as described above.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed. Image data necessary for drawing can be transferred to the RAM 236. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a, the drawing responsiveness in the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  In addition, since the determination of the start of fluctuation is always performed several seconds or more in the main controller 110, two or more display stop type commands are not received within 20 milliseconds, so the command determination process is executed. If there are two or more display stop type commands stored in the command buffer area, part of the command will change due to the influence of noise, etc., and another command will stop display for mistakenly. It may be interpreted as a type command. In the process of S2401, in preparation for such a case, if it is determined that two or more display stop type commands are stored in the command buffer area, it is assumed that the stop type is completely out of order, and the stop type Determine the table. As a result, a stop symbol corresponding to complete detachment is set by the processing of S2402.

  If the stop symbol corresponding to the “special symbol jackpot” is set, the third symbol display device 81 actually displays “special symbol” even if it is a “special symbol detachment”. The stop symbol corresponding to “Large Bonus” will be displayed, which may cause the player to misunderstand that the pachinko machine 10 has become a “special symbol jackpot”, possibly reducing the reliability of the pachinko machine 10. On the other hand, as in the present embodiment, by setting a stop symbol corresponding to complete detachment, in actuality, if it is a “special symbol jackpot”, the third symbol display device 81 stops completely detachment. Even if the symbol is displayed, the pachinko machine 10 becomes a “special symbol jackpot”, so that the player can be pleased.

  Returning to FIG. 32, the description will be continued. If it is determined in the process of S2206 that there is no display stop type command (S2206: No), it is then determined whether an unprocessed command for display has been received (S2208). When the display detachment confirmation command is received (S2208), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2209). If it is determined in the process of S2208 that there is no display stop type command (S2208: No), it is then determined whether a display jackpot confirmation command is received among the unprocessed commands (S2210). When the display jackpot confirmation command is received (S2210: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2211).

  As described above, when the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command is received, the value of the time counter 233h of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 is set to zero. When the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0, the final display flag is set to ON in the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103), which will be described later, and the display is variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The third symbol is confirmed and stopped. Therefore, the display of the third symbol can be stopped based on the fact that the display control device 114 has received the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command.

  If it is determined in the processing of S2210 that there is no display jackpot confirmation command (S2210: No), then it is determined whether there is an error command among the unprocessed commands (S2212), and the error command is If there is (S2212: Yes), error command processing is executed (S2213), and the processing returns to S2201.

  Here, the details of the error command process (S2213) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing error command processing. This error command processing is to execute processing corresponding to the error command received from the sound lamp control device 114.

  In the error command process, first, an error occurrence flag indicating that an error has occurred in the ON state is set to ON (S2501). Then, among the error determination flags provided for each error type, the error determination flag corresponding to the error type indicated by the error command is turned on, and the other error determination flags are set to OFF (S2502). The process ends, and the process returns to the command determination process.

  In the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103), when the occurrence of an error is detected based on the error occurrence flag set by the process of S2501, the error type generated from the error determination flag set by the process of S2502 is determined. Then, the processing is executed so that the warning image corresponding to the error type is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  If it is determined that two or more error commands are stored in the command buffer area, in step S2502, the error determination flags corresponding to all error types indicated by the respective error commands are set to ON. As a result, warning images corresponding to all error types are displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that a player or a hall-related person can correctly grasp the error occurrence status. Here, as an example of the error type, in the outlier confirmation command reception processing (FIGS. 27A and S1411) or the jackpot confirmation command reception processing (FIGS. 27B and S1413) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. When each display error notification command set is received, the corresponding error determination flag is set to ON, and a corresponding warning image (error code) is displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  Now, the description returns to FIG. If it is determined that there is no error command in the process of S2212 (S2212: No), the process corresponding to the other unprocessed command is executed (S2214), and the process returns to S2201.

  In the processing of S2201 executed again after the processing of each command is executed, it is determined again whether or not there is an unprocessed new command in the command buffer area, and if there is an unprocessed new command (S2201: Yes). ), The processing of S2202 to S2214 is executed again. Then, the processing of S2201 to S2214 is repeatedly executed until there is no unprocessed new command in the command buffer area, and if it is determined in S2201 that there is no unprocessed new command, this command determination The process ends.

  Note that the simple command determination process (S2109) executed when the simple image display flag 233c is on in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B) is the same as the command determination process. However, in the simple command determination process, only the commands necessary for displaying the power-on image from the unprocessed commands stored in the command buffer area, that is, the display variation pattern command and the display stop type command are displayed. Extraction is performed to execute the variation pattern command processing (see FIG. 33 (a)) and stop type command processing (see FIG. 33 (b)), which are processing corresponding to each command. The process corresponding to the command is discarded without executing the process.

  Here, in the variation pattern command processing (see FIG. 33A) executed in this case, the display data table buffer corresponding to the display of the variation image at power-on is displayed in the display data table buffer 233d in S2301. The image data of the power-on main image and the power-on variation image that are set and required in that case are stored in the power-on main moving image area 235a and the power-on variation moving image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235. Therefore, in the process of S2302, Null data is written in the transfer data table buffer 233b and the content is cleared.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 35 to 37, the details of the above-described display setting process (S2103), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing this display setting process.

  In this display setting process, as shown in FIG. 35, it is determined whether or not the new command flag is on (S3001). If the new command flag is not on, that is, if it is off (S3001: No), In the command determination process executed first, it is determined that a new command has not been processed, the process of S3002 to S3004 is skipped, and the process proceeds to S3005. On the other hand, if the new flag is on (S3001: Yes), it is determined that a new command has been processed in the command determination process executed first, and after setting the new command flag to off (S3002), S3003 to S3004. By this process, the process corresponding to the new command is executed.

  In the process of S3003, it is determined whether or not the error occurrence flag is on (S3003). If the error occurrence flag is on (S3003: Yes), a warning image setting process is executed (S3004).

  Here, the details of the warning image setting process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the warning image setting process. This process is a process for developing image data that causes the third symbol display device 81 to display a warning image corresponding to the error that has occurred. First, an error determination flag is referred to, and all error determinations that are set to ON are performed. The warning image data for displaying the warning image of the error corresponding to the flag on the third symbol display device 81 is developed (S3101).

  In the task processing, the type of sprite (display object) constituting the warning image is specified based on the developed warning image data, and the display coordinate position, the enlargement ratio, and the rotation angle are drawn for each sprite. Determine the various parameters required.

  In the warning image setting process, after the process of S3101, the error occurrence flag is set to OFF (S3102), and the process returns to the display setting process.

  Now, the description returns to FIG. After the warning image setting process (S3004) or in the process of S3003, if it is determined that the error occurrence flag is not on, that is, is off (S3003: No), the process proceeds to S3005.

  In S3005, pointer update processing is executed (S3005). Here, the details of the pointer update processing will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the pointer update process. This pointer update processing acquires the corresponding drawing content or transfer data information of the transfer target image data from the display data table and transfer data table respectively stored in the display data table buffer 233d and transfer data table buffer 233e. This is a process for updating the pointer 233f for designating the power address.

  In this pointer update process, first, 1 is added to the pointer 233f (S3201). That is, the update process is performed so that the pointer 233f is incremented by 1 every time the V interrupt process is executed. Further, as described above, in the various data tables, the start information is described in the address “0000H”, and the substance of each data is specified after the address “0001H”. When the value of the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 as it is stored in the data table buffer 233d, the value is updated to 1 by this pointer update processing. Substantial data can be read from the data table.

  After updating the value of the pointer 233f by the processing of S3201, next, in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d, whether or not the data at the address indicated by the updated pointer 233f is End information. Is discriminated (S3202). As a result, if it is End information (S3202: Yes), it means that in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d, the pointer 233f has been updated past the address where the entity data is described. In the case where the last address is set by “LOOP” information as in the variable display data table shown in FIG. 12, it is determined No in the process of S3202.

  Therefore, it is determined whether or not the variable display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is a demonstration display data table (S3203). If the display data table is a demonstration display data table (S3203: Yes), display is performed. The time data corresponding to the presentation time in the demonstration display data table set in the data table buffer 233d is set in the time counter 233h (S3204), the pointer 233f is set to 1 and initialized (S3205), and this processing is performed. End and return to the display setting process. Thereby, in the display setting process, the drawing contents can be developed in order from the top of the demonstration display data table, so that the demonstration effect can be repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  On the other hand, in the process of S3203, when it is determined that the display data table stored in the display data table buffer 233d is not the display data table for demonstration (S3203: No), the value of the pointer 233f is subtracted by 1 ( In step S3206, the process ends, and the process returns to the display setting process. As a result, in the display setting process, when a display data table other than the display data table for demonstration, for example, a variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the previous address in which End information is described. Since the drawing contents of the above are always developed, the third image display device 81 can display the last image defined by the display data table in a stopped state. On the other hand, in the process of S3202, if the data at the address indicated by the updated pointer 233f is not End information (S3202: No), this process is terminated and the process returns to the display setting process.

  Here, returning to FIG. 35, the description will be continued. After the pointer update process, the drawing contents at the address indicated by the pointer 233f updated by the pointer update process are expanded from the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d (S3006). In the task processing, the type of sprite (display object) constituting the image is specified based on the drawing image developed in the processing of S3006 together with the previously developed warning image and the display coordinates for each sprite. Various parameters necessary for drawing such as position, magnification, and rotation angle are determined.

  Next, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is greater than 1 (S3007). If it is determined that the value of the time counter 233h is greater than 1 (S3007: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is decremented by 1 (S3008). On the other hand, when the value of the time counter 233h is 1 or less (S3007: No), the process of S3009 is executed by skipping the process of S3008.

  In the process of S3009, it is determined whether or not the value of the time counter 233h is 0 or less (S3009). If the value of the time counter 233h is 1 or more (S3009: No), the display setting process is terminated and the process returns to the V interrupt process. On the other hand, when the value of the time counter 233h is 0 or less (S3009: Yes), the production control time corresponding to the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d has elapsed, and the main controller 110 An outage confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command is output to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 outputs a display outage confirmation command or a display hit confirmation command to the display control device 114 for display. This means that the control device 114 has received the command. At this time, if the variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, it is the timing for ending the variable display and performing the stop display, so it is confirmed whether or not the fixed display flag is on. (S3010).

  As a result, if the confirmed display flag is off (S3010: No), the confirmed display data table is not stored in the display data table buffer 233d. Then, the contents are cleared by writing Null data into the transfer data table buffer 233e (S3012). Then, time data corresponding to the effect time in the final display data table is set in the time counter 233h (S3013), and the value of the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S3014). Then, after the confirmation display flag indicating that the confirmation display effect is being performed in the ON state is set to ON (S3015), the content of the stop symbol determination flag is directly copied to the previous stop symbol determination flag provided in the work RAM 233. (S3016), the process returns to the V interrupt process.

  As a result, when the variable display data table is set in the display data table buffer 233d, the fixed symbol display effect of the stop symbol in the variable effect is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in accordance with the end of the effect. Thus, the drawing content can be set. Moreover, the effect displayed on the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 can be easily changed into a fixed display effect only by changing the display data table set to the display data table buffer 233b to a fixed display data table. And, compared with the case where the display contents are changed by starting another program as in the prior art, the program does not become complicated and bloated, and therefore, the MPU 231 is not greatly loaded. Regardless of the processing capability of the display control device 114, various types of effect images can be displayed on the third symbol display 81.

  In addition, the fixed display effect of the stop symbol set in the fixed display data table is the same symbol as the third symbol displayed in a temporary stop display by the fluctuation display of the third symbol display device 81 in FIG. 5 (i). The same symbol as the shaking center where the third symbol is displayed is set at the center position L1 of the main display area Dm as shown. It should be noted that the timing at which this fixed display data table is set is normally substantially the same as the end time of the fluctuation time, and as shown in FIG. 7, the third symbol is located at the position of the swing center in FIG. The display device 81 is switched from the temporarily stopped state for the third symbol for 200 ms to the same display as the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) set in the fixed display data table.

  As a result, the variation pattern of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 repeats a series of fluctuation variations as shown in FIGS. ) Can be shown to the player so that the third symbol is displayed in a definite stop at the timing when the fluctuation fluctuation of one cycle is completed. In addition, the display control device 114 cannot transfer the image information from the variable display data table in time, the update every 20 ms is not normally performed, and the image before the update is displayed continuously in two frames or a plurality of frames (display) When the control processing is lost), the display outage confirmation command or display jackpot confirmation command is received before the drawing contents displayed at the end of the fluctuation set in the fluctuation display data table are transferred. However, for 200 ms, the fluctuation center (FIG. 5 (i)) displayed at the timing when the fluctuation period ends is continuously displayed (stop display) for 200 ms. If there is a discrepancy, the third display is the same as the center (Fig. 5 (i)) set in the fixed display data table from the display of the shaking center (Fig. 5 (i)) as in the normal case. It can be switched to confirm display of the handle. Therefore, since the final display in the fluctuation fluctuation and the display content that is confirmed and displayed match, it is possible to suppress the player from feeling uncomfortable. Therefore, in the same display mode every time, the third symbol can be confirmed and stopped based on the timing at which the main control device 110 outputs a confirmation command through the fluctuation fluctuation.

  The previous stop symbol determination flag set by the process of S3016 is used to specify the third symbol to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in the next variation effect. That is, as described above, the display of the third symbol in the variation effect changes depending on the stop symbol of the variation effect performed one time before. In the variation display data table, the variation based on the data table is changed. The symbol offset information from the stop symbol of the fluctuating effect performed one time before is described until a predetermined time elapses from the start. In the task process (S2104), until the predetermined time has elapsed since the change was started, the previous stop pattern determination flag set in S3016 is specified and the stop effect of the change effect performed immediately before is specified. The third symbol to be actually displayed is specified by adding the symbol offset information acquired by the display setting process to the specified stop symbol. Thereby, the variation effect is started from the stop symbol in the previous variation effect.

  On the other hand, in the process of S3009, if the confirmation display flag is not on but off (S3009: No), it is determined whether or not the demonstration display flag is on (S3017). If the demo display flag is off (S3017: Yes), it means that the value of the time counter 233h has become 0 or less with the end of the final display effect, so the display data table for demonstration is displayed as the display data table. The buffer 233d is set (S3018), and then the null data is written to the transfer data table buffer 233e to clear the contents (S3019). Then, time data corresponding to the production time in the demonstration display data table is set in the time counter 233h (S3020). Then, the pointer 233f is initialized to 0 (S3021), the demonstration display flag indicating that the demonstration effect is being performed in the ON state is set to ON (S3022), this process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process.

  Thus, when the display variation pattern command indicating the start of the next variation effect is not received after the final display effect is finished, the demonstration effect is automatically displayed on the third symbol display device 81. The drawing content can be set.

  In the process of S3017, if the demonstration display flag is on (S3017: Yes), it means that the demonstration effect is performed after the final display effect is finished, and the demonstration effect is finished, so the display setting process is finished as it is. Then, the process returns to the V interrupt process. In this case, as described above, various settings are made so that the demonstration effect is started again by the pointer update process executed in the next V interrupt process. The demonstration effect can be repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81 until a new display variation pattern command is received.

  In the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the same process as the display setting process is also performed in the simple display setting process (S2109) executed when the simple image display flag 233c is on. However, in the simple display setting process, after the effect time of the variation effect by the power-on variation image ends, one of the power-on variation images corresponding to the stop symbol set based on the display stop type command for a predetermined time. A process of setting a display data table that stipulates to stop displaying the image in the display data table buffer 233d is performed.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 38 and 39, the details of the above-described transfer setting process (S2105), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. First, FIG. 38A is a flowchart showing this transfer setting process.

  In this transfer setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the simple image display flag 233c is on (S3301). If the simple image display flag 233c is on (S3301: Yes), all image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has not been transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. The process is executed (S3302), the transfer setting process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. Thereby, a transfer instruction for transferring the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 is set to the image controller 237. Details of the resident image transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  On the other hand, if the simple image display flag 233c is not on as a result of the processing of S3301, that is, if it is off (S3301: No), all the image data that should be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video. It is transferred to the RAM 235. In this case, the normal image transfer setting process is executed (S3303), the transfer setting process is terminated, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. Thus, the transfer instruction is set so that the subsequent transfer of the image data from the character ROM 234 is performed to the normal video RAM 236. Details of the normal image transfer setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, a resident image transfer setting process (S3302), which is a process of the transfer setting process (S2105) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 38B is a flowchart showing the resident image transfer setting process (S3302).

  In this resident image transfer setting process, first, it is determined whether or not an instruction to transfer untransferred image data is issued to the image controller 237 (S3401), and if a transfer instruction is transmitted (S3401: Yes). Further, based on the transfer instruction, it is determined whether or not the image data transfer process performed by the image controller 237 has ended (S3402). In the process of S3402, when an image data transfer instruction is given to the image controller 237 and a transfer end signal indicating the end of the transfer process is received from the image controller 237, it is determined that the transfer process has ended. . If it is determined in S3402 that the transfer process has not been completed (S3402: No), the image controller 237 continues the image transfer process. finish. On the other hand, when it is determined that the transfer process has been completed (S3402: Yes), the process proceeds to S3403. Also, as a result of the process of S3401, when the transfer instruction of untransferred image data is not transmitted to the image controller 237 (S3401: No), the process proceeds to S3403.

  In the process of S3403, it is determined whether or not all the resident target image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 has been transferred (S3403). A transfer instruction to the image controller 237 is set so that the image data to be transferred resides from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 (S3404), and the resident image transfer setting process ends.

  As a result, transfer data information relating to untransferred resident object image data is included in the drawing list transmitted to the image controller 237 in the drawing process, and the image controller 237 transfers the transfer described in the drawing list. Based on the data information, the resident target image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 236. The transfer data information includes the head address and final address of the character ROM 234 storing the resident target image data, transfer destination information (in this case, the resident video RAM 235), and transfer destination (transferred here). The head address of an area provided in the resident video RAM 235 in which the resident target image data is to be stored is included. The image controller 237 executes image transfer processing based on this transfer data information, reads the image data specified by the transfer processing from the character ROM 234, temporarily stores it in the buffer RAM 237a, and then during the unused period of the resident video RAM 236. To the designated address of the resident video RAM 236. When the transfer is completed, a transfer end signal is transmitted to the MPU 231.

  If all the resident target image data has been transferred as a result of the process of S3403 (S3403: Yes), the simple image display flag 233c is set to OFF (S3405), and the resident image transfer setting process is terminated. Thus, in the V interrupt process (see FIG. 31B), the command is not the simple command determination process (see S2108 in FIG. 31B) and the simple display setting process (see S2109 in FIG. 31B). Since the determination process (see FIGS. 37 to 41) and the display setting process (see FIGS. 35 to 44) are executed, normal image drawing is set, and the third symbol display device 81 has The normal image is displayed. The subsequent transfer of the image data from the character ROM 234 is performed to the normal video RAM 236 by the normal image transfer setting process (see FIG. 39) (see S3301: No in FIG. 38A).

  By executing this resident image transfer setting process, the MPU 231 removes all the resident images to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 excluding the power-on main image and the power-on variation image that have already been transferred in the main process. The target image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Then, the MPU 231 performs control so that the image data transferred to the resident video RAM 235 is held without being overwritten while the power is turned on. Thus, the image data transferred to the resident video RAM 235 by the resident image transfer setting process is resident in the resident video RAM 235 while the power is turned on.

  Therefore, after all image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235, the display controller 114 uses the image data resident in the resident video RAM 235 while using the image controller 237. The image drawing process can be performed at. As a result, if the image data used for the drawing process is resident in the resident video RAM 235, it is not necessary to read out the corresponding image data from the character ROM 234 configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed during image drawing. Therefore, the time required for the reading can be omitted, and the drawn image can be displayed immediately on the third symbol display device 81 by drawing the image.

  In particular, in the resident video RAM 235, image data of frequently displayed images such as a back image, a third symbol, a character symbol, and an error message, the main controller 110, the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller 114 are displayed. Since the image data of the image to be displayed is made resident immediately after the display is determined by, for example, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a, the player can perform various operations performed at an arbitrary timing. The responsiveness until some image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 can be kept high.

  Next, a normal image transfer setting process (S3303), which is a process of the transfer setting process (S2105) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the normal image transfer setting process (S3303).

  In this normal image transfer setting process, first, from the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e, the pointer 233f updated by the pointer update process (S3005) of the display setting process (S2103) executed earlier is used. Information described in the indicated address is acquired (S3501). Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired information is transfer data information (S3502). If it is transfer data information (S3502: Yes), the character ROM 234 in which the transfer target image data is stored from the transfer data information. Start address (storage source start address), final address (storage source final address), and transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) start address are extracted and stored in a transfer data buffer provided in the work RAM 233 ( In step S3503), a transfer start flag provided in the work RAM 233 and indicating that there is image data to be transferred in the on state is set to on (S3504), and the process proceeds to step S3505.

  In the process of S3502, if the acquired information is not transfer data information but Null data (S3502: No), the processes of S3503 and S3504 are skipped, and the process proceeds to S3505. In the processing of S3505, it is determined whether or not a new image data transfer instruction has been set for the image controller 237 after the previous transfer of image data has been completed (S3505), and the transfer instruction is set. If so (S3505: Yes), it is further determined whether or not the image data transfer performed by the image controller 237 has been completed based on the transfer instruction (S3506).

  In the process of S3506, when an image data transfer instruction is set to the image controller 237 and a transfer end signal indicating the end of the transfer process is received from the image controller 237, it is determined that the transfer process has ended. . If it is determined in S3506 that the transfer process has not ended (S3506: No), the image controller 237 continues the image transfer process. finish. On the other hand, if it is determined that the transfer process has been completed (S3506: Yes), the process proceeds to S3507. Also, as a result of the process of S3505, even if the image data transfer instruction is not set for the image controller 237 after the end of the previous transfer process (S3505: No), the process proceeds to S3507.

  In the process of S3507, it is determined whether or not the transfer start flag is on (S3507). If the transfer start flag is on (S3507: Yes), there is image data to be transferred, so the transfer start flag is present. Is turned off (S3508), the image data of the sprite indicated by the various information stored in the transfer data buffer by the process of S3503 is set as the transfer target image data, and the process proceeds to S3509. In the process of S3509, it is determined whether the transfer target image data is already stored in the normal video RAM 236 (S3509). The determination in the processing of S3509 is performed by referring to the stored image data determination flag 233i. That is, when the storage state corresponding to the sprite that is the transfer target image data is read from the stored image data determination flag 233i and the storage state is “ON”, the image data of the sprite that is the transfer target is the normal video. If it is determined that the image is stored in the RAM 236 and the storage state is “OFF”, it is determined that the image data of the sprite to be transferred is not stored in the normal video RAM 236.

  If the transfer target image data is stored in the normal video RAM 236 as a result of the processing in S3509 (S3509: Yes), it is not necessary to transfer the image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. Then, the normal image transfer setting process is finished as it is. Thereby, it is possible to suppress unnecessary transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, thereby reducing the processing load on each part of the display control device 114 and reducing the traffic on the bus line 240. Can be planned.

  On the other hand, if the transfer target image data is not stored in the normal video RAM 236 as a result of the processing of S3509 (S3509: Yes), a transfer instruction for the transfer target image data is set (S3510). Thereby, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is included in the drawing list transmitted to the image controller 237 in the drawing process, and the image controller 237 stores the transfer data information described in the drawing list. Based on this, the image data of the transfer target image can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. The transfer data information includes the start address and end address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data of the transfer target image, transfer destination information (in this case, the normal video RAM 236), and transfer destination (transfer here). The start address of the sub area provided in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 to store the image data of the transfer target image is included. The image controller 237 executes an image transfer process based on the transfer data information, reads the image data specified by the transfer process from the character ROM 234, and specifies the specified video RAM (here, the normal video RAM 236). To the specified address. When the transfer is completed, a transfer end signal is transmitted to the MPU 231.

  After the process of S3510, the stored image data discrimination flag 233i is updated (S3511), and this normal transfer setting process is terminated. As described above, the stored image data determination flag 233i is updated by setting the storage state corresponding to the sprite that has become the transfer target image data to “on” and substituting the same image storage area 236a as that one sprite. This is done by setting the storage state corresponding to the other sprites to be stored in the area to “off”.

  As described above, by executing the normal image transfer process, the process corresponding to the display stop type command is executed in the command determination process executed earlier, and as a result, the display stop type command is used. When it is determined that the stop type information shown is a jackpot stop type, the image data used in various effects can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 without delay. Further, when the rear image is changed based on the reception of the rear image change command in the command determination process executed earlier, the rear surface of the resident video RAM 235 among the image data used in the rear image. Image data not stored in the image area 235c can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 without delay.

  In the present embodiment, the display data table is displayed in the display data table buffer 233d according to a command (for example, a display variation pattern command) transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 based on a command from the main control device 110 or the like. As a result, the transfer data table corresponding to the display data table is set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. Then, the MPU 231 executes the normal image transfer setting process to the image controller 237 according to the transfer data information described in the area indicated by the pointer 233f of the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e. Since the transfer instruction of the transfer target image data is set, the sprite image data used in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d is surely transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 at a desired timing. Can do.

  In the transfer data table, the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the image storage area 236a by the time the drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table. Since the transfer data information is specified for a predetermined address, the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the image storage area 236a in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table, so that the transfer data information is determined in accordance with the display data table. When drawing a sprite, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 necessary for drawing the sprite can always be stored in the image storage area 236a.

  As a result, even if the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, an image necessary for display can be read in advance from the character ROM 234 without delay and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. A corresponding effect can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 while drawing an image of each sprite designated in the data table. Further, by describing the transfer data table, only image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 can be easily and reliably transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236.

  In the transfer data table, the transfer data information is defined so that the image data is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 for each image data corresponding to the sprite. As a result, the transfer of the image data can be managed and controlled for each sprite, so that the processing related to the transfer can be easily performed. By controlling the transfer of image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in sprite units, it is possible to control the transfer of image data in detail while facilitating the processing. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently suppress an increase in load on transfer.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 40, the details of the above-described drawing process (S2106), which is one process of the V interrupt process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114, will be described. FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing this drawing process.

  In the drawing process, various sprite types constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104) and parameters necessary for drawing each sprite (display position coordinates, enlargement ratio, rotation angle, translucency value, α blending information) , Color information, filter designation information) and the transfer instruction set by the transfer setting process (S2105), the drawing list shown in FIG. 14 is generated (S3601). In other words, in the process of S3601, the type of storage RAM storing the image data of the sprite and the address are specified for each sprite from the type of various sprites constituting one frame determined in the task process (S2104). Then, the parameters necessary for the sprite determined by the task processing are associated with the specified storage RAM type and address. Then, after rearranging each sprite in the order of the sprite that should be placed on the front side from the sprite that should be placed on the back side in the image for one frame, the details for each sprite in the order of the sprite after the rearrangement As a drawing information (detailed information), a drawing list is generated by describing a storage RAM type and address where sprite image data is stored, and parameters necessary for drawing the sprite. When a transfer instruction is set by the transfer setting process (S2105), the leading address (storage source leading address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data as the transfer data information at the end of the drawing list. And the final address (storage source final address) and the start address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are added.

  As described above, since the area of the resident video RAM 235 in which the image data of the sprite is stored or the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 is fixed for each sprite, the MPU 231 Depending on the sprite type, the storage RAM type and address in which image data of the sprite is stored can be immediately specified, and such information can be easily included in the detailed information of the drawing list.

  When the drawing list is generated, the generated drawing list and the drawing target buffer information specified by the drawing target buffer flag 233j are transmitted to the image controller (S3602). Here, when the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 0, the drawing target buffer flag 233j is 1 including the information to instruct to expand the image drawn in the first frame buffer 236b as the drawing target buffer information. Includes information instructing to expand the image drawn in the second frame buffer 236c as drawing target buffer information.

  Based on the drawing list received from the MPU 231, the image controller 237 draws images sequentially from the sprite described at the top of the drawing list, and develops the image by overwriting the frame buffer designated by the drawing target buffer information. Thereby, in the image for one frame generated by the drawing list, the sprite drawn first can be arranged on the most back side, and the sprite drawn last can be arranged on the most front side.

  Further, when transfer data information is included in the drawing list, the start address (storage source start address) and the final address (storage source final address) of the character ROM 234 storing the transfer target image data are determined from the transfer data information. ) And the destination address of the transfer destination (normal video RAM 236) are extracted, and the image data stored from the source address to the end address of the storage source are sequentially read from the character ROM 234 and temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a. After that, the image data stored in the buffer RAM 237a is sequentially transferred to the area indicated by the transfer destination head address of the normal video RAM 236 in anticipation of the normal video RAM 236 being in an unused state. Then, the image data stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used based on a drawing list transmitted from the MPU 231 thereafter, and an image is drawn according to the drawing list.

  The image controller 237 reads the image information of the previously developed image from a frame buffer different from the frame buffer instructed by the drawing target buffer information, and outputs the image information together with the drive signal to the third symbol display device 81. Send to. As a result, the developed image in the frame buffer can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Further, while developing the image drawn in one frame buffer, the image developed from one frame buffer can be displayed on the third symbol display 81, and the drawing process and the display process are processed simultaneously in parallel. Can do.

  In the drawing process, after the process of S3602, the drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated (S3603). Then, the drawing process ends, and the process returns to the V interrupt process. The drawing target buffer flag 233j is updated by inverting the value, that is, by setting the value to “1” when the value is “0” and setting it to “0” when the value is “1”. Done. As a result, the drawing target buffer is alternately set between the first frame buffer 236b and the second frame buffer 236c every time the drawing list is transmitted.

  Here, the drawing list is transmitted based on the V interrupt signal executed by the MPU 231 based on the V interrupt signal transmitted from the image controller 237 every 20 milliseconds when the drawing process and the display process for one frame are completed. This is performed every time the drawing process of the embedding process (see FIG. 31B) is executed. Thus, at a certain timing, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for reading out image information for one frame. When the drawing process and the display process are executed, the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer for developing the image for one frame after 20 milliseconds after the drawing process for one frame is completed. The first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for the remaining minutes is read out. Therefore, the image information of the image previously developed in the first frame buffer 236b can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the second frame buffer 236c. .

  Further, after the next 20 milliseconds, the first frame buffer 236b is designated as a frame buffer for developing an image for one frame, and the second frame buffer 236c is designated as a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read. Is done. Therefore, the image information of the image previously developed in the second frame buffer 236c can be read and displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the same time, a new image is developed in the first frame buffer 236b. . Thereafter, a frame buffer that expands an image for one frame and a frame buffer from which image information for one frame is read out are changed to either the first frame buffer 236b or the second frame buffer 236c every 20 milliseconds. By alternately designating, it is possible to continuously display the image for one frame in units of 20 milliseconds while drawing the image for one frame.

  Thus, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, in the variation display data table in the display control device 114, the variation display of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 with the variation time corresponding to each variation pattern. A mode (dynamic display mode) is set. In the variation display mode of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed in the variation display data table until the third symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state with the fixed symbol of the third symbol by the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation stop command. Fluctuation fluctuation as shown in FIG. 5 for notifying that the symbol is temporarily stopped is executed. Then, after multiple fluctuations are executed, from the time when the third symbol is displayed in the state of the vibration center (FIG. 5 (i)) displayed at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuations ends, until the end of the fluctuation time The display of the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) is repeatedly displayed (stopped display) for 200 ms, and when the fluctuation end time is reached, the same third symbol as the shaking center (FIG. 5 (i)) is confirmed. The display mode is switched to the display mode and stopped. At this time, the display is actually switched at an interval of 20 ms, and the 3rd symbol that has fluctuated is displayed for a fixed stop after being stopped for 200 ms. Since it is a stop, it seems that the stop display is made at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of the fluctuation ends. Therefore, it is possible to match the final image with fluctuation fluctuation and the third symbol that is confirmed and displayed, and it is possible to stop the third symbol without a sense of incongruity. In addition, since it seems to the player that the third symbol is stopped in the same stop mode for every variation, it is possible to play the game without a sense of incongruity. In addition, even when a processing failure occurs in the display control device 114, if the processing fails within the waiting time of 200 ms, the 3rd pattern can be switched to the fixed display while being stopped at the position of the shaking center. This is possible, and the final display of the fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the display loss confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received at the timing of the end of the fluctuation time due to some trouble, the fluctuation variation is resumed. A problem that only the symbol stops without synchronizing with the first symbol can be suppressed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms until the end time of the changing time. The display mode may be switched so that the display mode is close (close) to the display mode. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, the third symbol display device 81 is set with the first symbol and the fourth symbol that blinks and synchronizes with the first symbol and the third symbol. When the 4th symbol is set, the main control device 110 transmits a confirmation command for confirming and stopping the 3rd symbol at the end of the variable time, and then 200ms later, the 4th symbol only for confirming and stopping the 4th symbol It is different from the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment in that the fourth symbol is stopped after the fluctuation of the third symbol is stopped exactly by transmitting the fourth confirmation command.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 41, the display content of the 3rd symbol display apparatus 81 in 2nd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 41 is a diagram for explaining a display screen of the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment, and FIG. 41 (a) shows an area division setting and an effective line setting of the display screen in the second embodiment. FIG. 41B is a diagram illustrating an actual display screen in the second embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 41 (a), the display screen of the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment is reserved in the left display area Ds1 configured on the left side of the sub display area Ds with respect to the first embodiment. The number of balls symbol is displayed, and the fourth symbol is displayed in the right display area Ds2 configured in the right area of the sub display area Ds. Since the number of reserved balls displayed in the left display area is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fourth symbol displayed in the left display area Ds2 is a symbol that is variably displayed on the display control device 114 in synchronization with the first symbol that the main control device 110 lights on the first symbol display device 37. That is, fluctuation control is performed in synchronization with the third symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 41 (c), the fourth symbol indicates that the display is fluctuating by repeatedly turning on (aa) and turning off (bb) every 20 ms. Even when the 4th symbol is turned off, a thin rectangular line indicating the outline of the 4th symbol is displayed. The role of the symbol 4 symbol is to clearly notify the player of the start and stop of variation of the symbol 1 in synchronization with the symbol 1. As a result, even if an effect of erasing the third symbol in the variation pattern effect mode for a certain period of time is performed, the player continues to indicate that the variation continues by the flashing display mode of the fourth symbol. It can be clearly identified. In addition, even when the third symbol is shaken and changed, the player can clearly determine that the third symbol is temporarily stopped by blinking the fourth symbol. Also, the blinking display mode of the 4th symbol is extinguished and displayed in a stopped state so that the special symbol (the 1st symbol) is variably displayed, and the result of the determination of success / failure is notified in the 3rd symbol. Can be easily recognized by the player.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 42 (b), the fourth symbol is configured to be displayed in the uppermost layer so that it can be visually recognized by the player at any time. In addition, in the gaming machine in which a part of the third symbol is hidden in the background due to the effect, or a driving object that is driven to the front side of the third symbol display device 81 and overlaps the display area is arranged, May be invisible to the player. Therefore, even if the 3rd symbol is not visible to the player due to the production, it can be identified whether the 4th symbol is variably displayed or stopped, and the player is confused. Can be prevented.

  As will be described later, the main control device 110 has a dedicated confirmation command (outgoing confirmation command or jackpot confirmation command) for displaying the third symbol in a fixed stop state and a dedicated confirmation command for finalizing and stopping the fourth symbol ( A fourth definite command or a fourth definite command) is generated and output individually. The main control device 110 outputs the confirmed command of the 4th symbol with a delay of 200 ms from the confirmed command of the 3rd symbol, so that the 4th symbol can be stopped and displayed after the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed. As a result, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol are confirmed and stopped with a common confirmed command, so that the 4th symbol is stopped after the 3rd symbol so that the 4th symbol is stopped. It is possible to prevent the symbol fixed stop period from being shortened and the symbol fixed stop being difficult to understand. Therefore, by stopping the fourth symbol 200 ms after the third symbol, the player can recognize the stop of the third symbol more clearly. Note that even if the 4th symbol is stopped for 200ms from the 3rd symbol, the 200ms is extremely short for the player, so the 3rd and 4th symbols are stopped at the same time in the player's appearance. Looks like they are displaying. Thus, it is preferable to set the delay time within a range where the player seems to stop simultaneously.

  FIG. 43 is a timing chart of the variation between the third symbol and the fourth symbol corresponding to the deviation variation pattern displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in the second embodiment. The second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the third symbol is repeatedly subjected to fluctuation variation until the end of the variation time and the fourth symbol variation display is added. About another point, it is the same as 1st Embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 43, the fourth symbol is a display that the sound lamp control device 113 outputs to the display control device 114 based on the display variation pattern command that the main control device 110 outputs to the sound lamp control device 113. Based on the reception of the fluctuation pattern command, the lighting display (aa) and the blinking display (bb) are repeated every 20 ms to start the fluctuation display. As shown in FIGS. 42 (a) to (i), when the three symbols of the third symbol are temporarily stopped, the fourth symbol is the same as before the fluctuation variation is executed. In addition, the variable display is executed by repeatedly turning on and off every 20 ms. Based on the reception of the display detachment confirmation command, the 3rd symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state, but the 4th symbol is then continuously displayed for 200 ms, and the display 4th detachment confirmation command is received. Then, the display is stopped with the confirmation display of the off display. By configuring in this way, the third symbol is displayed in the same manner as the final display of the fluctuation fluctuation in the same fixed display mode at the position of the shaking center, and then the fourth symbol is displayed 200 ms later. Since the display is stopped by the display fourth detachment confirmation command, the confirmation stop period of the third symbol can be provided internally. In addition, from the player, since 200 ms is an extremely short time, the 3rd and 4th symbols seem to be confirmed and stopped at the same time. The malfunction which feels that the fluctuation | variation with a 4th pattern is not the same fluctuation | variation time can be suppressed.

  In addition, since the 3rd pattern is temporarily stopped by causing fluctuations to swing, when the final stop display is performed, the final display mode of the fluctuations is different from the final display mode (for example, the final display mode of the fluctuations is the lowering of the swing. (The display is a display at the position, and the fixed display mode is the display at the position of the shaking center). However, even in such a case, by stopping and displaying the 4th symbol after a short time of 200 ms, it is possible to provide a stop period for the 3rd symbol, and to ensure that the 3rd symbol is more reliably displayed. The display can be stopped, and it can be shown to the player as if the third symbol and the fourth symbol are stopped simultaneously.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 44 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the second embodiment.

  In the second embodiment, a fourth confirmation timer 203f is added to the RAM 203 of the MPU 201 of the main control device 110, compared to the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). The fourth confirmation timer 203f confirms the third symbol by the big hit fourth confirmation command or the losing fourth confirmation command, which is a confirmation command for instructing the sound lamp control device 113 to display the fourth symbol to be confirmed and stopped. It is a counter for measuring the delay time to delay for 200 ms after the stop display. The fourth fixed timer 203f is set to 0, which is an initial value when the RAM is initialized, and the process of S240 of the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. , 100 is set when the jackpot confirmation command or the losing confirmation command is set. The fourth confirmation timer 203f is a fourth confirmation command which is a process in the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) which is a process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. In the process of S231 of the transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), 1 is subtracted. This fourth confirmed command device process (FIG. 49, S230) is the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) if the fourth confirmed timer 203f is 1 or more, and is executed every 2 ms. One is subtracted every time. That is, when 100 is set in the fourth confirmation timer 203f, 200 ms elapses until the fourth confirmation timer 203f becomes zero. On the basis of the fact that the fourth confirmation timer 203f becomes 0, the big hit fourth confirmation command or the off fourth confirmation command for instructing the sound lamp control device 113 to display the fourth symbol confirmation stop is set. .

  In this way, by setting 100 in the fourth confirmation timer 203f based on the setting of the jackpot confirmation command or the outage confirmation command, the jackpot fourth confirmation command or the outcoming fourth confirmation command is controlled by the sound lamp control after 200 ms. It can be output to the device 113.

  As shown in FIG. 44, the electrical configuration of the audio lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment is different from that of the audio lamp control device 113 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). In the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the control device 113, the variation pattern storage area 223d is deleted and a symbol state storage area 223e is added.

  The symbol state storage area 223e is a storage area for storing the result of the determination of the success / failure indicated by each command with respect to the off-set confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command output from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113. is there. The MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 stores data indicating that it is out in the symbol state storage area 223e when the received command is a out-of-game confirmation command, while the received command is a jackpot confirmation command. In the case, it is stored in the symbol state storage area 223e (see FIG. 52). Note that the data related to the determination of success / failure stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is the fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (a), S1430) or the big hit fourth confirmed command executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. In the reception process (FIG. 53 (a), S1450), collation of whether or not the winning / injury determination indicated by the received jackpot fourth confirmed command or outlier fourth confirmed command and the corresponding or not determined in the symbol state storage area 223e match. Is executed. In this process, if it is determined that they do not match, this is notified to the third symbol display device 81 (for example, if an outlier fourth confirmation command is received and does not match, an error such as H02) A display error notification command is displayed (instructed to display an error code such as A01 when the code is displayed and the fourth hit confirmation command is received and does not match).

  With reference to FIG. 45, the electrical configuration of the display control apparatus 114 in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 45 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the second embodiment. The electrical configuration of the display control device 114 in the second embodiment differs from the electrical configuration of the display control device 114 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 11) in the following points, and the other points are the same. is there. Only the differences will be described below.

  In the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 in the second embodiment, a variable display data table for display control of the display mode corresponding to the variable pattern displayed on the third symbol display device 81 stored in the data table storage area 233b. (See FIG. 46), the transfer data table has been changed.

  With reference to FIG. 46, the variable display data table in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 42 shows one of the variation display modes corresponding to the variation pattern command in which the third symbol is designated. In the variable display data table in the second embodiment, the variable display mode of the fourth symbol is set in common with the third symbol for each address. When each address is designated, lighting data of the 4th symbol is transferred together with various data for displaying the designated 3rd symbol and displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81. In this variable display data table, the address corresponding to the end time of the variable time is 02E6H. If it is normal here, the display detachment confirmation command is received and the address is set to 02F1H, and the fluctuation center The display at the position is repeatedly displayed (stop display). In the second embodiment, the fluctuation variation is continuously performed until the end of the fluctuation time, and the fluctuation time is set to end with the display of the fluctuation center at the end of one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation. On the other hand, if it is normal to receive the fourth confirmation command for display failure, it is 200 ms later, so until then, the fourth symbol is repeatedly turned on and blinked every 20 ms. Then, when a display detachment confirmation command is received after 200 ms, both the third symbol and the fourth symbol are replaced with a fixed stop display symbol and are stopped and displayed. Since the 4th symbol simply repeats the blinking display, it does not often feel uncomfortable even if it is switched to the extinguished display that is the fixed stop display when it is lit on. Here, in the third symbol, when the final stop display and the fixed stop display of the shaking fluctuation are different, it looks as if the symbol is instantaneously changed, and it is easy for the player to feel uncomfortable. However, in the configuration of the second embodiment, the third symbol repeats fluctuation until the fluctuation end time is reached, and when the fluctuation time end time is reached, the display of the fluctuation center is displayed at the timing when one period of fluctuation fluctuation is completed. When an off-display confirmation command is received at that timing, the address of 02F1H is designated and the display of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed. Therefore, when the display detachment fourth confirmation command is received and switched to the confirmed display, the display mode is switched to the same fixed display mode as the display mode of the shaking center which is the confirmed display mode. It is possible to prevent the player from giving a feeling of strangeness that fluctuates instantaneously when the third symbol is confirmed and stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 47, the transfer data table in the second embodiment has been changed in response to the change in the variable display data table. When the address 02F3H is designated, the transfer data table returns to 02F1H. The difference is that “LOOP” information that repeats transfer is added. The transfer data table in FIG. 47 corresponds to the variable display data table in FIG.

  In the present embodiment, when the display confirmation fourth confirmation command cannot be received due to some trouble, the third figure is configured to repeat the display mode of the swing center. It may be configured to resume. By comprising in this way, even when a malfunction generate | occur | produces that the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol are synchronizing, it can alert | report to a player clearly.

  Returning to FIG. 45, the description will be continued. An effect symbol determination flag 233k is added to the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114. The effect symbol confirmation flag 233k is a flag indicating that a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command has been received. When the power is turned on or the work RAM 233 is initialized, the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to off. It is set to ON in the process of S2211 of the command determination process (FIG. 55, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. Further, the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 is set to OFF in the process of S2310 of the variation pattern command process (FIG. 54, S2205) and the process of S3211 of the pointer update process (FIG. 3005, S3005).

  With reference to FIG. 48, the special symbol variation process (S104), which is one process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, will be described in the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104). In the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) of the second embodiment, the content of the special symbol variation start process (S208) is changed with respect to the special symbol variation process (FIG. 16, S104) of the first embodiment. Each process of S220, S230, and S240 is added. Each process of S201-S219 in 2nd Embodiment performs the same process as each process of S201-S219 in 1st Embodiment.

  In the process of S220, it is determined whether the fourth confirmation timer 203f is greater than 0 (that is, not 0) (S220). If the fourth confirmation timer 203f has a value greater than 0 (S220: Yes), a fourth confirmation command transmission process is executed (S203). The details of the fourth confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230) will be described later with reference to FIG. 49, but it is determined whether 200 ms has elapsed since the output of the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. A process of setting the 4 finalization command or the big hit fourth finalization command to be output to the sound lamp control device 114 after 200 ms has elapsed is executed.

  On the other hand, when the 4th fixed timer 203f is 0 (S220: No), the process of S201 is performed. Note that the processing in S201 is the same as that in the first embodiment, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted.

  Next, after the jackpot confirmation command is set in the process of S216 or after the outage confirmation command is set in the process of S219, the process is executed in S240. In the process of S240, 100 is set in the fourth confirmation timer 203f (S240). In this way, when the off-set confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command is set, the fourth confirmation timer 203f is set to a value of 100, and 200 ms after the outset confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command is set, a later-described second In the 4 confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), it is possible to transmit the fourth confirmation command or the fourth confirmation command that is out of place.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 49, the fourth confirmed command transmission process (S230), which is a process of the special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110 in the second embodiment. To do. FIG. 49 is a flowchart showing the fourth confirmation command transmission process (S230).

  In the fourth confirmation command transmission process (FIG. 49, S230), first, a process of subtracting 1 from the fourth confirmation timer 203f is executed (S231). It is determined whether the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f after subtraction is 0 (S232). If the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is not 0 (S232: No), this process ends. On the other hand, when the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is 0 (S232: Yes), it is determined whether or not the current symbol determination result is a big hit (S233). When the determination result of the special symbol this time is out (S234: No), the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed in the display mode of the shaking center (see FIG. 42 (i)). An outlier fourth confirmation command for instructing repeated display is set (generated) (S234). On the other hand, when the determination result of the special symbol this time is a big hit (S233: Yes), the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is displayed as a center of shaking (see FIG. 42 (i)). A jackpot fourth confirmation command for instructing repeated display in the form is set (S235).

  Next, referring to FIG. 50, in the second embodiment, a special symbol variation process (FIG. 48, S104) which is a process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110. The special symbol variation start process (S208), which is one process, will be described. FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation start processing (FIG. 50, S208). In the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 50, S208) of the second embodiment, the process of S320 is added to the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 17, S208) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the special symbol variation start process (FIG. 17, S208) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  When the setting of the variation pattern command is executed in the process of S310, the process of S320 is executed. In the process of S320, the process of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is reset to 0, which is an initial value (S320). Thereafter, the process of S311 is executed. Since the processing of S311 is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted. As described above, when the value of the fourth confirmation timer 203f is reset to the initial value based on the setting of the variation pattern command, an abnormal value is stored in the fourth confirmation timer 203f due to the influence of noise or the like. Even if it is, it can be reset to a normal value at the start of fluctuation of the special symbol. Therefore, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be set to a normal state at an early stage. Therefore, it is possible to suppress a problem that an abnormal operation occurs and the game cannot be performed.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 51, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 2nd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). The command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) of the second embodiment is a detachment confirmation command process (S1411) and a jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), compared to the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment. The contents of the process are changed, and each process of S1420, S1430, S1440, and S1450 is added. The processes of S1401 to S1410 and S1412 in the second embodiment are the same as the processes of S1401 to S1410 and S1412 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 52 (a), the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment, will be described. . FIG. 52A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1411).

  In the detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 52A, S1411) in the second embodiment, first, data indicating detachment is set in the symbol state storage area 223e (S1511). Here, in this embodiment, “00000001” is set with 8-bit data. Next, a display detachment confirmation command is set (generated) (S1512).

  With reference to FIG. 52 (b), the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 51, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the second embodiment, will be described. . FIG. 52B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413).

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 52B, S1413) in the second embodiment, first, data indicating a jackpot is set in the symbol state storage area 223e (S1611). Here, in this embodiment, “00000010” is set with 8-bit data. Next, a display jackpot confirmation command is set (generated) (S1612).

  Returning to FIG. 51, the description will be continued. In the process of S1412, if the jackpot confirmation command has not been received (S1412: No), it is determined whether or not an outlier fourth confirmation command has been received (S1420). If an outlier fourth confirmation command is received (S1420: Yes), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process is executed (S1430).

  With reference to FIG. 53A, the outlier fourth confirmation command receiving process (S 1430) will be described. FIG. 53 (a) is a flowchart showing this outlier fourth confirmation command reception processing (S1430). In this out-going fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53, S1430), collation is performed to determine whether the correctness determination result indicated by the received confirmed command of the third symbol matches the correctness determination result of the currently received outright fourth confirmed command. Processing is executed, and error processing is executed when they do not match.

  In the detachment fourth confirmation command reception process (FIGS. 53A and S1430), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data indicating detachment (S1431). Here, whether the data is out of the data is determined by determining whether the data of the eighth bit is 1. When the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data other than a detachment (S1431: No), when the display control device 114 detaches to the third symbol display device 81 and receives the fourth confirmation command A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (in this embodiment, H02) for notifying that the verification results of these are not matched is set (S1432). Thereafter, the process of S1433 is executed. On the other hand, if the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is out of date (S1431: Yes), the process of S1433 is executed. In the process of S1433, a display out-of-display fourth confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to display the 3rd and 4th symbols variably displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81. (S1433).

  Returning to FIG. 51, the description will be continued. In the process of S1420, when the outlier fourth confirmation command is not received (S1420: No), it is determined whether or not the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S1440). When the jackpot fourth confirmed command is received (S1440: Yes), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process is executed (S1450).

  With reference to FIG. 53 (b), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1450) will be described. FIG. 53B is a flowchart showing the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1450). In the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (b), S1450), the success / failure determination result indicated by the received confirmation command of the third symbol matches the determination result of the jackpot fourth confirmed command received this time. Such collation processing is executed, and if they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the big hit fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 53 (b), S1450), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data indicating a big hit (S1451). Here, whether the data is jackpot data or not is determined by checking whether the data of the eighth bit is zero. When the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is data other than the jackpot (S1451: No), when the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received by the third symbol display device 81 to the display control device 114 A display error notification command for instructing to display an error code (A02 or the like in the present embodiment) for notifying that the collation results are not matched is set (S1452). Thereafter, the process of S1453 is executed. On the other hand, if the data stored in the symbol state storage area 223e is a big hit (S1451: Yes), the process of S14353 is executed. In the process of S1453, a display big hit fourth confirmation command is set to instruct the voice lamp control device 113 to display the third and fourth symbols variably displayed on the third symbol display device 81 to be confirmed and stopped. (S1453).

  In this way, it is configured to add information indicating the determination result to the confirmation command for notifying that the third symbol is to be fixed and the command for notifying that the fourth symbol is to be fixed, and to determine whether the symbol is correct or not. By collating the information, it is possible to determine whether a malfunction such as a communication error has occurred. Therefore, even if the third symbol is notified by jackpot, if there is a problem that the jackpot game does not start, how to determine the error code displayed on the third symbol display device 81 It is possible to determine whether or not a malfunction has occurred, and the game store side can confirm and explain the contents of the malfunction to the player in detail. Therefore, it can suppress that a player has distrust in a game.

  Next, referring to FIG. 54, in the second embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 54 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 54, S2102) in the second embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) of the second embodiment, the content of the variation pattern command process (S2205) is changed from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment. The process of S2211 is deleted, the process of S2218 is added, and the processes of S2230, S2240, and S2241 are added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 54, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  Referring to FIG. 55, in the second embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. The variation pattern command process (S2205), which is a process, will be described. FIG. 55 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 55, S2205) in the second embodiment. In the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 54, S2205) of the second embodiment, the processing of S2310 is added to the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 33 (a), S2205) of the first embodiment. For the other processing, the same processing as the variation pattern command processing (FIG. 32, S2205) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  When the pointer initialization is executed in the process of S2305, the process of S2310 is executed. In the processing in S2310, the demonstration display flag, the confirmed display flag, and the effect symbol confirmed flag 233k are set to OFF (S2310).

  Returning to FIG. 54, the description will be continued. In the process of S2208, when the display detachment confirmation command is received (S2208: Yes) or in the process of S2210, when the display jackpot confirmation command is received (S2210: Yes), the process of S2216 is performed. Run. In the process of S2216, the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to ON (S2216). When the effect symbol determination flag 223k is set to ON, in a pointer update process (FIG. 56, S3005) described later, if the time counter 233h is 1, a process of setting the pointer to the address 02F1H of the variable display data table is executed. . By doing in this way, a 3rd symbol display can be repeatedly displayed with the display mode of a shaking center. Therefore, it is possible to stop the display with the display of the swing center of the third symbol until the display off fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received. When receiving the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command, the display is switched to the same fixed display mode as the display of the shaking center which is the fixed display mode, thereby instantaneously changing the display to a different display during the fixed display. It can suppress that a player feels as if it fluctuated. In addition, since the fourth symbol is also displayed in the fixed stop at that timing, it can be seen that the fixed stop is displayed in synchronization with the same timing.

  If the display jackpot confirmation command has not been received in the processing of S2210 (S2210: No), it is determined whether a display detachment fourth confirmation command has been received (S2230). When the display detachment fourth confirmation command is received (S2230: Yes), the processing of S2241 is executed. On the other hand, when the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S2240: Yes), the processing of S2241 is executed.

  In the processing at S2241, the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2241). As described above, the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 based on the reception of the display detachment fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command. Based on the fixed data table, the fixed stop can be displayed. Therefore, even in the internal processing, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol can be synchronized and the fixed stop display can be easily performed. Therefore, the control load can be reduced without having to stop the third symbol and the fourth symbol by separate processing. Further, it is possible to suppress a problem that only one of the third symbol and the fourth symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state.

  Next, referring to FIG. 56, in the second embodiment, a display setting process process (FIG. 35, FIG. 35), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. The pointer update process (S3005) which is one process of S2103) will be described. FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing the pointer update processing (FIG. 56, S3005) in the second embodiment. In the pointer update process (FIG. 56, S3005) of the second embodiment, the processes of S3210 and S3211 are added to the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  In the process of S3202, if the data is not End information (S3202: No), or the process of initializing the pointer in the process of S3205, the process of S3210 is executed. In the process of S3210, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on (S3210). When the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on (S3210: Yes), the pointer is set to the address 02F1H of the variable display data table and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to off. (S3211). On the other hand, when the time counter 233h is not 1 or the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3210: No), this process is terminated.

  Thus, when the time counter 233h is 1, the final display mode of the last one cycle of the fluctuation fluctuation is displayed, and if the effect symbol determination flag 233k is on, the display detachment determination command or display Since the big jackpot confirmation command is received, the pointer is set so that the third symbol is repeatedly displayed in the display mode of the shaking center. Therefore, normally, the third symbol is displayed in the display mode of the shaking center until 200 ms after receiving the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command, and after 200 ms The fixed stop display mode that is the display mode of the same shaking center can be fixed and stopped.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms. However, the display is not limited to this, and the display closer to the display mode of the shaking center is displayed (closer) than the display of fluctuation in the shaking fluctuation. You may comprise so that it may switch and display so that it may display in an aspect. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  In contrast, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment, the third symbol display device 81 is set with the first symbol and the fourth symbol to be displayed in a blinking manner in synchronization with the third symbol. The fourth symbol is set, and the main controller 110 outputs a confirmation command for stopping and displaying the fourth symbol at the end of the variable time, thereby causing the third and fourth symbols to be confirmed and stopped and displayed in synchronization. In addition, when the output of the confirmation command for the 4th symbol is delayed or cannot be received due to some trouble, the 3rd symbol repeatedly displays the display mode of the shaking center, and the 4th symbol continues to display the variation. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 57 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 according to the third embodiment. The swing variation of the third symbol executed in common in each variation display data table is indicated at address 02CAH. Since each variation display data table has a different variation time, the address at which the fluctuation variation starts is different, but the same processing is executed as the contents.

  The variable display data table shown in FIG. 57 is an area where display content (drawing content) displayed at the timing when the address 02E6H ends the variable time is set. In the variation display data table in the first embodiment (see FIG. 12), the display mode of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed on the third symbol display device 81 for 200 ms until the variation time ends, After that, when the display detachment confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command cannot be received, the fluctuation fluctuation is resumed. On the other hand, in the variation display data table in the third embodiment, the display mode of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed for 200 ms until the variation time ends, and the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is displayed. Even when the third symbol cannot be confirmed and displayed because it cannot be received, the display of the shaking center is repeatedly displayed. On the other hand, the variation display of the 4th symbol is set so as to be continuously performed so as to repeat blinking.

  In this way, the 4th symbol is continuously blinked and displayed, and the 3rd symbol is repeatedly displayed in the display mode of the shaking center, thereby notifying the player that the 3rd symbol has not been confirmed and stopped. Can do. In addition, by confirming this state, the game store side can determine what kind of trouble is occurring in the pachinko machine 10 from the variation display mode of the third symbol and the fourth symbol.

  FIG. 58 is an example of a transfer data table corresponding to each variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 of the third embodiment. The transfer data table shown in FIG. 58 corresponds to the variable display data table shown in FIG. The detailed description is the same as that of the first embodiment, and will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 59, the special symbol variation process (S104), which is one process of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 15) executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, will be described in the third embodiment. FIG. 59 is a flowchart showing this special symbol variation process (FIG. 59, S104). The special symbol variation process (FIG. 59, S104) of the third embodiment is different from the special symbol variation process (FIG. 16, S104) of the first embodiment in that the process of S216 is S250 and the process of S219 is S260. has been changed. The processes of S201 to S215 and S217 to S218 in the third embodiment are the same as the processes of S201 to S215 and S217 to S218 in the first embodiment.

  When the jackpot start is set in the process of S215, a jackpot fourth confirmation command is set (S250). In the process of S217, if the hour / minute counter is 0 (S217: No) or the hour / hour counter 203e is 1 or more (S217: Yes), the hour / minute counter 203e is decremented by 1, and then the fourth value is released. A confirmation command is set (S260).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 60, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 3rd Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 60 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). In the command determination process (FIG. 60, S1311) of the third embodiment, the processes of S1410 to S1413 are deleted from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment, and S1420, S1440, S1460, S1470. Each process has been added. In S1401 to S1409 in the third embodiment, the same processes as S1401 to S1409 in the first embodiment are executed. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the processing of S1408, when the pending ball number command has not been received (S1408: No), it is determined whether or not the outlier fourth confirmation command has been received (S1420). If an outlier fourth confirmation command is received (S1420: Yes), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process is executed (S1460).

  Here, with reference to FIG. 61 (a), an outlier fourth confirmation command reception process (S1460) in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 61 (a) is a flowchart showing this outlier fourth confirmation command receiving process (S1460).

  In the outlier fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 61A, S1460), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is outlier data (that is, whether the collation results match). (S1461). When the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is data other than a deviation (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1461: No), the collation result is obtained when an outlier fourth confirmation command is received. A display error notification command is set to instruct the display control device 114 to display an error code (H03 in this embodiment) indicating that they do not match on the third symbol display device 81 (S1462). Thereafter, the process of S1463 is executed. On the other hand, if out-of-range data is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (that is, the collation results match) (S1461: Yes), the process of S1462 is skipped and the process of S1463 is executed. In the process of S1463, a display detachment fourth confirmation command is set for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third and fourth symbols (S1463).

  Returning to FIG. 60, the description will be continued. In the process of S1420, when the outlier fourth confirmation command is not received (S1420: No), it is determined whether the jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S1440). When the jackpot fourth confirmed command is received (S1440), the jackpot fourth confirmed command receiving process is executed (S1470).

  Here, with reference to FIG. 61 (b), the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception processing (S1470) in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 61B is a flowchart showing the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1470).

  In the jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (FIG. 61 (b), S1470), first, it is determined whether the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is jackpot data (that is, whether the collation results match). (S1471). When the data stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d is data other than the big hit (that is, the collation result does not match) (S1471: No), the collation result is obtained when the big hit fourth confirmation command is received. A display error notification command for instructing the display control device 114 to display an error code (A03 in this embodiment) indicating that they do not match is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 (S1472). Thereafter, the process of S1473 is executed. On the other hand, when the big hit data is stored in the variation pattern storage area 223d (that is, the collation results match) (S1471: Yes), the process of S1472 is skipped and the process of S1473 is executed. In the process of S1473, a display big hit fourth confirmed command for instructing the display control device 114 to perform fixed stop display of the third symbol and the fourth symbol is set (S1473).

  Next, referring to FIG. 62, in the third embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 62, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 62, S2102) in the third embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 62, S2102) of the third embodiment, the processes from S2208 to S2211 are deleted from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment, and S2230 to S2231, S2240. Each process of S2241 is added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the display stop type command has not been received in the processing of S2204 (S2204: No), it is determined whether there is a display detachment fourth confirmation command (S2230). When it is determined that there is a display detachment fourth confirmation command (S2230: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2231). On the other hand, when the display detachment confirmation command is not received (S2230: No), it is determined whether the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received (S2240). When the display big hit fourth confirmation command is received (S2240: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2241).

  In this way, when the display out-of-display fourth confirmation command or the display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received, the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0, so that the third symbol and the fourth symbol are confirmed. Based on the display data table, the display is fixed. Accordingly, the third symbol and the fourth symbol can be confirmed and stopped at the timing synchronized with each other.

  Further, in this embodiment, the display is stopped at the timing when one cycle of the fluctuation of fluctuation ends for 200 ms. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting is made in a range where the player does not feel that it has stopped. May be. Furthermore, it may be configured to stop display for a certain period beyond the end time of the fluctuation time. By configuring in this way, there is a time lag between the time measured by the main control device 110 and the time measured by the display control device 114, and the main control device 110 issues a confirmation command after the fluctuation time counted by the display control device 114 has elapsed. Even in the case of output, the final display of fluctuation fluctuation and the display mode of the final display can be matched. Therefore, the stop display of the 3rd symbol can be confirmed and stopped in the same display mode and stopped without a sense of incongruity.

  In the present embodiment, the display is stopped and displayed in the display mode of the shaking center for 200 ms. However, the display is not limited to this, and the display closer to the display mode of the shaking center is displayed (closer) than the display of fluctuation in the shaking fluctuation. You may comprise so that it may switch and display so that it may display in an aspect. Specifically, the third pattern may be displayed with the fluctuation width smaller than the fluctuation of the fluctuation. Moreover, you may display so that the magnitude | size of a pattern may be changed a little at the position of a shaking center. By configuring in this way, the third symbol can be dynamically displayed for 200 ms, and the variable display time of the first symbol and the third symbol can be further synchronized.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment, a fourth symbol that blinks in synchronization with the first symbol and the third symbol that are controlled to be turned on by the sound lamp control device 81 is provided. Main controller 110 outputs a confirmation command for stopping and displaying the third symbol at the end of the variable time. The sound lamp control device 113 outputs a command for confirming and stopping the third symbol to the display control device 114 based on the command. The display control device 114 outputs a command indicating that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped to the sound lamp control device 113 based on the fact that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped. The voice lamp control device 113 is configured to make the stop timing of the third symbol and the fourth symbol more synchronized in accordance with the command so that the fourth symbol is fixedly stopped. It differs from the pachinko machine 10.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 63 is a view showing the game board 13 of the pachinko machine 10 in the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 63, the game board 13 in the fourth embodiment has a fourth symbol LED 900 added to the game board 13 (see FIG. 2) in the first embodiment. Since other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 64 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 64, in the fourth embodiment, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are communicably connected to the electrical configuration of the first embodiment (see FIG. 8). 4th design LED900 electrically connected so that it may be changed by the audio | voice lamp control apparatus 113 and it may be lighted is added. Since other configurations are the same as those in the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fourth symbol LED 900 is a sound lamp control in synchronism with the first symbol that the main control device 110 controls to light by the first symbol display device 37 and the third symbol that the display control device 114 displays in a variable manner on the third symbol control device 81. It is LED for displaying the 4th pattern lighting-controlled by the apparatus 113. FIG. As shown in FIG. 63, the fourth symbol LED 900 is provided at the lower part of the center frame 86 of the variable display device unit 80, and is always disposed at a position that can be visually recognized by the player. The 4th symbol that the 4th symbol LED900 lights up is displayed in a synchronized manner with the 3rd symbol displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81, so that the 3rd symbol (the 1st symbol) is being displayed in a variable manner. It is a symbol for informing the player of a certain thing in an easily understandable manner. By providing this 4th symbol, the 3rd symbol is temporarily displayed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 by the variation display mode set by the variation pattern, or the 3rd symbol is stopped and displayed. Even if such a display effect is performed, the player can easily recognize that the variation time is in effect if the fourth symbol is lit.

  FIG. 65 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the fourth embodiment. As shown in FIG. 65, the display control device 114 in the fourth embodiment has a display variation pattern storage area in the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 as compared to the display control device 114 (see FIG. 11) in the first embodiment. 233m has been added. Since other configurations are the same as those in the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The display variation pattern storage area 233m is a display variation that indicates the type of variation pattern from the sound lamp control device 113 in the processing of S2221 of the command determination processing (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 described later. This is data for storing data related to the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command for display based on the reception of the pattern command. Here, the data corresponding to the variation pattern is stored as the stored data. However, the display variation pattern command may be stored as it is, or data corresponding to the display variation pattern command (for example, whether or not to determine whether or not it is correct). Or data such as reach) may be stored. In this embodiment, the result of the determination as to whether or not the display variation pattern command indicates is stored. The display variation pattern storage area 233m is set to 0, which is an initial value when the power is turned on.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 66, the main process (S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 4th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 66 is a flowchart showing this main process (S1300). In the main process (FIG. 66, S1300) of the fourth embodiment, the content of the command determination process (S1311) is changed and the process of S1330 is added to the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) of the first embodiment. ing. The processes in S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the fourth embodiment are the same as the processes in S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 67, the command determination process which is one process of the main process (FIG. 66, S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 4th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 67 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (S1300) in the fourth embodiment. The command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) of the fourth embodiment is different from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment in that the release confirmation command reception process (S1411) is a release confirmation command reception process (S1480). ), The jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1413) is changed to the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490), and the process of S1520 is added. The processes of S1401 to S1410, S1412, and S1414 in the fourth embodiment are the same as the processes of S1401 to S1410, S1412, and S1414 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the process of S1401, when the variation pattern command output from the main controller 110 is received (S1401: Yes), the processes of S1402 to S1404 are executed, and then the process of S1520 is executed. In the processing of S1520, the blinking display of the fourth symbol LED 900 is set. Thus, based on the timing at which main controller 110 starts displaying the first symbol on the first symbol display device 37 in a variable manner (lighting control), the voice lamp control device 113 controls the lighting on the fourth symbol LED 900 (fluctuating). Can start.

  With reference to FIG. 68 (a), the outlier confirmation command reception process (S1480), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment, will be described. To do. FIG. 68A is a flowchart showing the detachment confirmation command reception process (S1480). In the deviation confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (a), S1480), a collation process is executed to determine whether the validity determination result indicated by the received variation pattern command is the same as the validity determination result of the deviation indicated by the received deviation confirmation command. If they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (a), S1480), first, it is determined whether data indicating detachment is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481). When data different from the outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481: No), a communication error between the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 is determined as a result of collating the outage confirmation command. A display error notification 1 command for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display an error code indicating that the occurrence has been confirmed (Z01H in the present embodiment) is set (S1482). Thereafter, the process of S1483 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1481: Yes), the processing of S1483 is skipped and the processing of S1483 is executed. In the process of S1483, a display detachment confirmation command for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third symbol is set (S1483).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 68 (b), a jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490), which is a process of the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment. ). FIG. 68B is a flowchart showing the jackpot confirmation command reception process (S1490). In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (b), S1490), a collation process is executed to determine whether the success / failure determination result indicated by the received variation pattern command and the jackpot determination / rejection result indicated by the received jackpot confirmation command are the same. If they do not match, error processing is executed.

  In the jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 68 (b), S1490), first, it is determined whether or not the data indicating the jackpot is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1491). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d (S1491: No), a communication error is detected between the main controller 110 and the sound lamp controller 113 as a result of collating the jackpot confirmation command. A display error notification 1 command for causing the third symbol display device 81 to display an error code (Z01A in this embodiment) indicating that the occurrence has been confirmed is set (S1492). Thereafter, the process of S1493 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating a big hit is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1491: Yes), the process of S1492 is skipped and the process of S1493 is executed. In the process of S1493, a display jackpot confirmation command for instructing the display control device 114 to confirm and stop the third symbol is set (S1493).

  Thus, based on the fluctuation pattern, the main control device 110 is executed by checking whether the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d matches the result of determination of whether the winning decision command or the big hit confirmation command received from the main control device 110 matches. It is possible to detect that a communication error has occurred between the voice lamp control device 113 and the voice lamp control device 113. Then, by displaying the result on the third symbol display device 81 as an error code, it is possible to accurately notify the game store side of the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10. Based on this error code, the amusement shop side can confirm whether there is an abnormality in the harness or the like connecting the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113. Therefore, the amusement shop side can easily find the cause of the malfunction. In addition, since it is possible to determine whether the error code is out of the case of receiving a confirmation command or whether it is a case of receiving a jackpot confirmation command, even if the jackpot is notified by the third symbol or the like, Even if a malfunction that has not been started occurs, the contents of the malfunction can be accurately explained to the player based on the error code. Therefore, it is possible to reduce making the player feel uncomfortable.

  Returning to FIG. 66, the description will be continued. When the command determination process (FIG. 67, S1311) ends, the display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330) is executed. In this display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330), an audio lamp control is performed in the process of S2253 of the display detachment confirmation command reception process (FIGS. 72A and S2250) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114, which will be described later. The display transmission failure fourth confirmation command or display for notifying the device 113 that the third symbol whose determination result is wrong has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing when the fourth symbol is confirmed and stopped). In the processing of S2263 of the jackpot confirmation command reception processing (FIG. 72 (b), S2260), the result of the determination is that the third symbol of the jackpot is confirmed stop-displayed (that is, the timing for displaying the fourth symbol confirmed-stopped) ) Notification display jackpot fourth confirmation command is received, the result determination result indicated by the command is Process of collating the advisability judgment result based on the variation pattern of voice lamp control apparatus 113 is stored is executed, and when they do not match, an error process is executed. In addition, the fourth symbol confirmation stop process is also executed.

  With reference to FIG. 69, the display command determination process (S1330) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment will be described. FIG. 69 is a flowchart showing this display command determination processing (S1330).

  In the display command determination process (FIG. 69, S1330), first, it is determined whether or not the display transmission error fourth confirmation command has been received (S1331). When the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command is received (S1331), display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command reception processing is executed (S1340).

  Referring to FIG. 70 (a), a display transmission losing fourth confirmed command reception process (S1330 in FIG. 69) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment (S1330). S1340) will be described. FIG. 70A is a flowchart showing the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command reception process (S1340).

  In the display transmission failure fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 70 (a), S1340), first, it is determined whether or not data indicating whether or not the deviation is stored is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1341). When the data different from the deviation is stored in the fluctuation pattern storage area 233d (S1341: No), as a result of collating the display transmission deviation fourth confirmation command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Then, a display error notification 3 command for displaying on the third symbol display device an error code (in this embodiment, Z02H) indicating that a communication error has been confirmed is set (S1342). Thereafter, the process of S1343 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating outage is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1341: Yes), the process of S1342 is skipped and the process of S1343 is executed. In the process of S1343, a process of setting the fourth symbol LED 900 to be turned off is executed (S1343).

  Returning to FIG. 69, the description will be continued. In the process of S1331, when the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command is not received from the display control device 114 (S1331), the process of S1333 is executed. In the process of S1333, it is determined whether the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command is received from the display control device 114 (S1333). If the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command has not been received from the display control device 114 (S1333: No), this processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command is received from the display control device 114 (S1333: Yes), display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception processing is executed (S1350).

  Referring to FIG. 70 (b), a display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (a process of S1330 in FIG. 69) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the fourth embodiment (S1330). S1350) will be described. FIG. 70B is a flowchart showing the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command reception process (S1350).

  In the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command reception process (FIG. 70 (b), S1350), first, it is determined whether data indicating whether or not the jackpot is determined is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351: No), as a result of collating the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Then, a display error notification 3 command for displaying on the third symbol display device an error code (in this embodiment, Z02A) indicating that the occurrence of a communication error has been confirmed is set (S1352). Thereafter, the process of S1353 is executed. On the other hand, if data indicating a big hit is stored in the variation pattern storage area 233d (S1351: Yes), the process of S1352 is skipped and the process of S1353 is executed. In the process of S1353, a process of setting the fourth symbol LED 900 to be turned off is executed (S1353).

  As described above, the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control are checked by collating the result determination result indicated by the command received from the display control device 114 with the result determination result based on the variation pattern stored in the sound lamp control device 113. It can be determined whether the communication control with the device 114 is normal. If there is an abnormality, an error code capable of recognizing the communication is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, so that the amusement shop side can easily recognize the abnormality portion. Therefore, when an error code indicating a communication error is displayed between the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114, the harness that connects the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114. And the like, and an abnormal portion of the pachinko machine 10 can be easily found. In addition, since the error code is configured to be able to identify whether the display transmission losing fourth confirmed command or the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmed command, the jackpot game is not started even if the jackpot is notified by the third symbol. In the case where a problem such as this occurs, the game store side can accurately explain to the player what kind of problem is occurring based on this error code. Therefore, it can suppress making a player unpleasant.

  Next, referring to FIG. 71, in the fourth embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 71 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 71, S2102) in the fourth embodiment. The command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) according to the fourth embodiment is different from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) according to the first embodiment. Each process has been added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  After the process of S2205 is executed, the process of S2221 is executed. In the processing of S2221, the data of the result of the determination as to whether the received display variation pattern command is received is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m. The received display variation pattern command may be stored as it is.

  In the process of S2208, it is determined whether a display detachment confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2208). When the display detachment confirmation command is received (2208: Yes), the processing of S2209 is executed, and the processing of S2250 is executed. In the processing of S2250, display detachment confirmation command reception processing is executed (S2260).

  Referring to FIG. 72 (a), a display detachment confirmation command reception process (S2250), which is a process of the command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 in the fourth embodiment. explain. FIG. 72A is a flowchart showing the display detachment confirmation command reception process (S2250).

  In the display detachment confirmation command reception process (FIG. 72A, S2250), first, it is determined whether or not data indicating detachment is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2251). When the display variation pattern storage area 233m stores data different from “out” (S2251: No), the result of collation with the display out-of-display confirmation command is the result of the comparison between the sound lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114. Is set to display an error code (in this embodiment, Z03H) on the third symbol display device 81 indicating that a communication error has been confirmed (S2252). Thereafter, the process of S2253 is executed. On the other hand, if data indicating a deviation is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2251: Yes), the process of S2252 is skipped and the process of S2253 is executed. In the processing of S2253, the display transmission detachment fourth confirmation command for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 that the third symbol that has come off has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing for the fourth symbol to be confirmed and stopped). Is set (S2253).

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. In the process of S2210, when the display jackpot confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2210: Yes), the process of S2211 is executed, and then the process of S2260 is executed. In the processing of S2260, display jackpot confirmation command reception processing is executed.

  Referring to FIG. 72B, the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (S2260), which is one process of the command determination process (FIG. 71, S2102) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114 in the fourth embodiment. explain. FIG. 72B is a flowchart showing the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (S2260).

  In the display jackpot confirmation command reception process (FIG. 72 (b), S2260), first, it is determined whether or not the data indicating the jackpot is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261). When data different from the jackpot is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261: No), as a result of collating the display jackpot confirmation command, the voice lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are compared. Is set to display an error code (in this embodiment, Z03A) indicating that a communication error has occurred on the third symbol display device 81 (S2262). Thereafter, the process of S2263 is executed. On the other hand, when data indicating a big hit is stored in the display variation pattern storage area 233m (S2261: Yes), the process of S2262 is skipped and the process of S2263 is executed. In the processing of S2263, a display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 that the jackpot 3rd symbol has been confirmed and stopped (that is, the timing for displaying the 4th symbol to be confirmed and stopped). Is set (S2263).

  As described above, the validity determination result indicated by the confirmation command received by the display control device 114 from the sound lamp control device 113 is compared with the data of the validity determination result based on the received display variation pattern command stored in the display control device 114. By doing so, a communication error between the display control device 114 and the sound lamp control device 113 can be easily determined. Moreover, since the error code displayed is different between when the command received by the sound lamp control device 113 is discriminated and when the command received by the display control device 114 is discriminated, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be more accurately detected. Can be determined. Specifically, when it is determined that the collation does not match when both the display control device 114 and the audio lamp control device 113 are received, an error code is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, respectively. The amusement store side can suspect abnormalities such as harnesses. On the other hand, if it is determined that the collation does not match only when one of the signals is received, it is possible to suspect an abnormality in one of the control devices. Therefore, the abnormality of the pachinko machine 10 can be found more accurately and dealt with.

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. When the display jackpot confirmation command is not received (S2210: No), it is determined whether the display error notification 1 command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2270). When the display error notification 1 command is received from the sound lamp control device 113 (S2270: Yes), display error notification 1 command processing is executed (S2280). As shown in FIG. 73A, the display error notification 1 command process (S2280) is a communication error between the main control device 110 and the sound lamp control device 113 as a result of collating the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. An error notification 1 for displaying on the third symbol display device 81 an error code (in this embodiment, Z01H or Z01A) indicating that the occurrence of the error has been confirmed is set (S2281).

  Returning to FIG. 71, the description will be continued. In the process of S2270, when the display error notification 1 command is not received (S2270: No), it is determined whether the display error notification 3 command is received (S2290). When the display error notification 3 command is received (S2290: Yes), display error notification 3 command processing is executed (S2320). As shown in FIG. 73 (b), the display error notification 3 command reception process (S2320) displays the voice lamp control device 113 and the display result as a result of collating the display transmission failure fourth confirmation command or the display transmission jackpot fourth confirmation command. An error notification 3 for displaying an error code (in this embodiment, Z02H or Z02A in the present embodiment) on the third symbol display device is set with the control device 114 (S2321).

  As described above, in the fourth embodiment, based on the fact that the display control device 114 has confirmed and displayed the third symbol, the display transmission losing fourth confirmation command or display for notifying the sound lamp control device 113 of the fact is displayed. Since the transmission big hit fourth confirmation command is transmitted, the voice lamp control device 113 can display the fourth symbol in a fixed stop in accordance with the timing of the third symbol fixed stop display.

  Here, based on the confirmation command output from the main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113 sets the fourth symbol confirmation stop display and causes the display control device 114 to display the third symbol confirmation stop display. In the case where the 3rd and 4th symbols are configured to be confirmed and stopped by setting the confirmation command, the display control device cannot display the 3rd symbol as a result of a communication error or the like. In addition, the fourth symbol is displayed as a fixed stop. However, in the configuration of the fourth embodiment, since the display control device 114 confirms that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped and the voice lamp control device 113 displays the fourth symbol, the fourth symbol only. It is possible to prevent the problem of displaying the fixed stop first.

  In addition, as already described in the first embodiment, the third symbol is repeatedly displayed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time after the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and the third symbol is displayed at the end of the fluctuation time. Is displayed in the same manner as the fixed stop display mode of the shaking center, so that the 3rd symbol changes momentarily before the fixed display and after the fixed stop display. It is possible to prevent the display from being performed. Moreover, since it is such a structure and the 4th symbol is confirmed and stopped in synchronization with its fixed stop timing, the 3rd symbol and the 4th symbol can be confirmed and stopped synchronously without a sense of incongruity.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the fifth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 74 to 77. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the fifth embodiment, in the variation display corresponding to the variation pattern of the third symbol controlled by the display control device 114, the fluctuation variation is continuously executed until the variation time ends. Then, on the basis of the display confirmation command output from the sound lamp control device 113 based on the third symbol confirmation command output from the main controller 110, the third symbol confirmation stop display is executed. At this time, in the case where the third symbol that has been fluctuated is not the display mode of the swing center, the display control device 114 executes the delay of the third symbol variation stop process until the display mode of the swing center is obtained. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 74 is a timing chart showing an example of a variation display corresponding to the third symbol deviation variation pattern in the fifth embodiment. With respect to the timing chart (FIG. 7) of the third symbol in the first embodiment, it is changed in that it is set to repeat the fluctuation fluctuation until the end of the fluctuation time. Since the other configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  When the variation of the third symbol is temporarily stopped and the variation of the swing is made, the variation of the swing as shown in FIGS. 5A to 5I is repeatedly executed. As will be described later, in the variation display data table set corresponding to each variation pattern of the third symbol in the fifth embodiment, the configuration of the fluctuation variation is set to be the same, and the length of the variation time Depending on the difference, the fluctuation start time, the number of times the fluctuation fluctuation is executed, and the like are different.

  FIG. 75 is a diagram showing an example of a variable display data table stored in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 according to the fifth embodiment. With respect to the fluctuation display data table (see FIG. 12) in the first embodiment, the data structure of fluctuation fluctuation is changed. Since the other configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The fluctuation display data table shown in FIG. 75 has a fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern up to address 02EFH, and at the timing when the fluctuation time ends, the display of the shaking center is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Is set to Normally, at this timing, a display detachment confirmation command or a display jackpot confirmation command is received from the sound lamp control device 113, and the display is switched to the same fixed stop display mode as the display mode of the shaking center, and the fixed stop display is displayed. The Therefore, when the 3rd symbol is determined and stopped, the 3rd symbol is switched to a different display mode, thereby preventing the 3rd symbol from being viewed by the player so as to fluctuate instantaneously. Each change can be shown to the player so that the symbol stops at the same timing, and the player can be informed easily that the third symbol has been confirmed and stopped. Moreover, the appearance at the time of the fixed stop of the 3rd symbol can also be stopped neatly.

  FIG. 76 is a diagram showing an example of the transfer data table in the data table storage area 233b of the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114 in the fifth embodiment. 76 is a transfer data table corresponding to the variable display data table shown in FIG.

  Next, referring to FIG. 77, in the fifth embodiment, a display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. ). FIG. 77 is a flowchart showing display setting processing (FIG. 77, S2103) in the fifth embodiment. In the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) of the fifth embodiment, the process of S3030 is added to the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the display setting process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  In the process of S3010, when the confirmation display flag is OFF (S3010: No), the process of S3030 is executed. In the processing of S3030, it is determined whether the pointer address of the fluctuation display data table is the drawing contents (display contents) of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030). In the case of the variable display data table of FIG. 75, it is determined whether the address is applicable to any of 02E7H, 02EBH, and 02EFH. As described above, the address determined for each selected variation display data table is different.

  If the pointer is an address indicating the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030: Yes), the process of displaying the third symbol after S3011 is stopped and executed in sequence. On the other hand, when the pointer is not an address indicating the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation (S3030: No), this process is terminated. And it is determined again in the process of the display setting process (FIG. 77, S2103) executed at the timing when the next V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) is executed. Then, when the address indicates the drawing contents of the fluctuation fluctuation, the process of displaying the fixed stop of the third symbol is executed. In other words, if the timing at which the third symbol is fixedly displayed is not the center of shaking, the timing is delayed until the next center of shaking is displayed.

  By configuring in this way, when the third symbol is fluctuating, the third symbol can be displayed in a fixed stop state just when the center of shaking is displayed. Since the 3rd symbol displayed in the fixed stop is a display mode of the shaking center, the player feels a sense of incongruity that instantaneously changes to the 3rd symbol displayed at a different position at the time of the 3rd symbol fixed stop display. Giving up can be suppressed. Further, the fluctuation of shaking can be continued during the fluctuation display time, and the third symbol can be variably displayed in synchronization with the first symbol. In addition, the main control device 110 and the display control device 114 display a variation time set in the variation display data table due to a shift in time of the variation time or a display control processing failure in the display control device 114. Even if the missed use confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command could not be received, the third symbol confirmation process is executed when the display is displayed at the swing center after the delay until the display at the swing center. The 3rd symbol can be displayed in a fixed stop without any discomfort.

  In the present embodiment, when the 3rd symbol is confirmed and stopped, if the display mode is different from the shaking center, the confirmed stop is delayed until it is displayed at the shaking center. The range of the display mode that approximates the display mode of the shaking center in the fluctuation variation is set in advance, and when it is not the fluctuation display mode of that range, it is configured to delay until it becomes the fluctuation display mode of that range May be. With this configuration, the delay time can be shortened and the game control can be executed efficiently. Moreover, the fixed stop timing of the first symbol and the third symbol can be made closer.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 78 to 86. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment described above, in the fluctuation variation of the third symbol, the third symbol is displayed at the fluctuation center at the timing when the fluctuation variation of one cycle is completed for 200 ms until the end of the fluctuation time. Switch to the fixed display mode of the 3rd symbol at the same center as the 3rd symbol that is stopped and displayed based on the display losing confirmation command or the display jackpot confirmation command received at the end of the variable time. The case where it is displayed is explained.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment, even if the sound lamp control device 113 receives a confirmation command instructing to confirm and stop the third symbol from the main control device 110, the display control device 114 Until the command indicating that the display corresponding to the end of the variable time is being performed is received, a process of delaying the output of the third symbol confirmation command to the display control device 114 is executed for a certain period of time. It differs from the pachinko machine 10 in 1st Embodiment by the point comprised in this way.

  Other configurations, other processes executed by the MPU 201 of the main controller 110, various processes executed by the MPU 211 of the payout controller 111, various processes executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp controller 113, and the display controller Various processes executed by the MPU 231 of 114 are the same as those of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the same elements as those of the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 78 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the sixth embodiment. In the sixth embodiment, with respect to the configuration of the pachinko machine 10 in the first embodiment (see FIG. 8), the audio lamp control device 113 and the display control device 114 are configured to be able to communicate with each other. A symbol determination flag 223f and a symbol determination timer 223g are added to the RAM 223 of the MPU 221 of the lamp control device 113, respectively.

  The symbol confirmation flag 223f is a flag indicating that a detachment confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command has been received from the main controller 110. Note that, in the process of S1461 of the command determination process (FIG. 82, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, it is set to ON based on the reception of the outage confirmation command or the jackpot confirmation command. On the other hand, in the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, the display determination command is set to OFF. When the power is turned on, the initial value is set to off.

  The symbol determination timer 223g is a timer for measuring an elapsed time after the sound lamp control device 113 receives the release determination command or the jackpot determination command from the main control device 110. In the symbol determination timer 223g, in the processing of S1461 of the command determination processing (FIG. 82, S1311) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113, the detachment determination command or the jackpot determination command is received from the main control device 110. Based on this, 200 is set. Further, 1 is subtracted by 1 in the process of S1363 of the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 80, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113. Since the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) is executed at intervals of 1 ms, the symbol determination timer 223g is a timer that measures 200 ms. When the symbol determination timer 223g is decremented to 0, in the processing of S1365 in the symbol determination processing (FIG. 81, S1360), the display control device 114 is instructed to display the third symbol fixedly stopped. Set the confirmation command. When the power is turned on, the symbol determination timer 233g is set to 0, which is an initial value.

  FIG. 79 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the display control device 114 according to the sixth embodiment. In the configuration of the sixth embodiment, an effect symbol determination flag 233k is added to the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114, compared to the electrical configuration (see FIG. 11) of the display control device 114 in the first embodiment. Since other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The effect symbol determination flag 233k is a flag indicating that a display transmission determination command indicating that display content corresponding to the variation end time is displayed is transmitted (set) to the audio lamp control device 113. The effect symbol determination flag 233k is set to ON when the time counter 233h is 1 and this flag is OFF in the processing of S3221 of the pointer update processing (FIG. 86, S3005) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. . Further, it is set to OFF in the process of S2330 of the command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) or the process of S3040 of the display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114.

  Next, a main process (S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 80 is a flowchart showing this main process (S1300). The main process (FIG. 80, S1300) of the sixth embodiment is different from the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) of the first embodiment in the contents of the command determination process (S1311), and the processes of S1360 and S1370 are performed. Have been added. The processes of S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the sixth embodiment are the same as the processes of S1301 to S1310, S1312, and S1315 to S1319 in the first embodiment. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  With reference to FIG. 81, the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 80, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment will be described. FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing the symbol determination process (S1360).

  In the symbol determination process (FIG. 81, S1360), first, it is determined whether the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361). If the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361: Yes), it is determined whether the symbol determination timer 223g is 0 (S1362). When the symbol determination timer 223g is not 0 (S1362: No), 1 is subtracted from the value of the symbol determination timer 223g. On the other hand, when the symbol determination timer 223g is 0 (S1362: No), the symbol determination flag 223f is set to OFF (S1364). Thereafter, a display confirmation command is set (S1365). If the symbol determination flag 223f is on (S1361: Yes), this process ends.

  Thus, based on the fact that the value of the symbol timer 223g is 0, that is, 200 ms has elapsed since the confirmation command was received from the main control device 110, the third symbol is displayed on the display control device 114 in a fixed stop state. Set the display confirmation command to indicate this. Therefore, even if the display control device 114 has lost display control processing and the display set in the variable display data table has not been displayed until the display corresponding to the end of the variable time, the deviation is within 200 ms. If so, it can be corrected.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 81, the command determination process (S1311) which is one process of the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) performed by MPU221 of the audio lamp control apparatus 113 in 6th Embodiment is demonstrated. FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing this command determination processing (S1311). In the command determination process (FIG. 81, S1311) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S1410 to S1413 are deleted from the command determination process (FIG. 26, S1311) of the first embodiment, and the processes of S1460 to S1461 are performed. Have been added. In S1401 to S1409 and S1414 in the sixth embodiment, the same processes as S1401 to S1409 and S1414 in the first embodiment are executed. Detailed description of the same processing as in the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the processing of S1408, when the reserved ball number command is not received from the main control device 110 (S1408), the processing of S1460 is executed. In the process of S1460, it is determined whether or not a deviation confirmation command or a jackpot confirmation command has been received from main controller 110 (S1460). If a miss or jackpot confirmation command is received (S1460: Yes), the symbol determination flag 223f is set to ON, and the symbol determination timer 223g of 200 is set (S1461).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 83, a display command determination process (S1370), which is a process of the main process (FIG. 25, S1300) executed by the MPU 221 of the sound lamp control device 113 in the sixth embodiment. . FIG. 83 is a flowchart showing this display command determination processing (S1370).

  In the display command determination process (FIG. 83, S1370), first, it is determined whether or not a display transmission confirmation command indicating that the display mode corresponding to the variation end time of the variation display data table has been displayed is received from the display control device 114 ( S1371). When the display transmission confirmation command is received (S1371: Yes), the symbol confirmation timer 223g is reset to 0 which is an initial value (S1372). On the other hand, if the display transmission confirmation command has not been received (S 1371: No), this process ends.

  Thus, when the display transmission confirmation command is received from the display control device 114, the value of the symbol determination timer 223g is forcibly reset. Thereby, in the process of the symbol confirmation process (FIG. 81, S1360), the confirmation command for display is set, and the process of the confirmation stop display of the third symbol is executed. Therefore, even if a problem such as a display control process failure occurs in the display control device 114, if it is within the range of 200 ms, the third symbol can be confirmed immediately after waiting for the end of the change. . Further, in the first embodiment, the process of stopping and displaying the fluctuation fluctuation in the display mode of the fluctuation center is executed for 200 ms until the fluctuation is finished. In this embodiment, even if such a process is not performed, If the deviation is within 200 ms, it is possible to switch to the fixed stop display mode at the timing when the display mode of the shaking center is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to suppress giving the player a sense of incongruity so that the symbol changes instantaneously at the timing of executing the fixed stop display from the fluctuation of the shake.

  Next, referring to FIG. 84, in the sixth embodiment, a command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 84 is a flowchart showing command determination processing (FIG. 84, S2102) in the sixth embodiment. In the command determination process (FIG. 84, S2102) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S2208 to S2211 are deleted from the variation pattern command process (FIG. 32, S2102) of the first embodiment, respectively. Each process has been added. For the other processes, the same process as the command determination process (FIG. 32, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the display stop type command has not been received in the process of S2206 (S2206), it is determined whether a display confirmation command has been received (S2340). When the display confirmation command is received (S2340: Yes), the value of the time counter 233h is set to 0 (S2341).

  Next, referring to FIG. 85, in the sixth embodiment, a display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114. ). FIG. 85 is a flowchart showing the display setting process (FIG. 85, S2103) in the sixth embodiment. In the display setting process (FIG. 86, S2103) of the sixth embodiment, the process of S3040 is added to the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2103) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the display setting process (FIG. 35, S2102) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted. In the processing of S3040, processing for setting the effect symbol determination flag 233k to OFF is executed based on the setting of the third symbol determination display processing.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 86, in the sixth embodiment, a display setting process process (FIG. 86, FIG. 86), which is a process of the V interrupt process (FIG. 31B) executed by the MPU 231 of the display control apparatus 114. The pointer update process (S3005) which is one process of S2103) will be described. FIG. 86 is a flowchart showing the pointer update processing (FIG. 86, S3005) in the sixth embodiment. In the pointer update process (FIG. 86, S3005) of the sixth embodiment, the processes of S3220 and S3221 are added to the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) of the first embodiment. For the other processes, the same process as the pointer update process (FIG. 37, S3005) in the first embodiment is executed. Detailed description of the same processing is omitted.

  If the data is not End information in the process of S3202 (S3202: No) or the process of initializing the pointer is executed in the process of S3205, then the process of S3220 is executed. In the process of S3220, it is determined whether the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3220). When the value of the time counter 233h is 1 and the effect symbol determination flag 233k is off (S3220: Yes), the sound lamp control indicates that the display content corresponding to the change end time of the change display data table is displayed. A display transmission confirmation command for notifying the device 113 is set, and the effect symbol confirmation flag 233k is set to OFF (S3221).

  In addition, you may comprise combining each structure demonstrated in 1st-6th embodiment.

  In addition, among the first to sixth embodiments, the embodiment in which the fourth symbol is not set is set in the same manner as the other embodiments, and the fourth symbol is set and synchronized with the third symbol (first symbol). It may be configured so as to be displayed in a variable manner (substantially synchronized).

  In addition, the fluctuation variation described in each of the first to sixth embodiments is not limited to the symbol fluctuation described above. Specifically, the size (scale) of the third symbol may be displayed with a change in size at a predetermined cycle, or may be configured to be rotated and displayed at a predetermined cycle, or at a predetermined cycle. You may comprise so that it may rotate and display only a predetermined angle.

  In addition, the display mode for notifying the temporary stop may be configured to display not only the above-described fluctuation of shaking but also the 3rd symbol itself to be stopped and display the 3rd symbol pattern and light / dark. Specifically, the third symbol may be stopped and displayed, and the pattern or character attached to the third symbol or the third symbol may be displayed in a predetermined variation mode. Moreover, you may comprise so that the lightness and darkness of a 3rd pattern may be switched repeatedly and displayed. In addition, it can be set in a dedicated display mode for notifying that the vehicle is temporarily stopped.

  In addition to the configuration described in the first to sixth embodiments, for example, the voice lamp control device 113 receives a final stop command for final stop of the third symbol from the main control device 110, and the display control device 114 receives the final stop command. When the display fixed stop display command is output, the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 determines the display mode of the fluctuation of the third symbol displayed on the third symbol display device 81, and at the determined timing. You may comprise so that a 3rd symbol may be displayed in a fixed stop by switching with the display mode which is the same as or approximate to the 3rd symbol currently displayed. By comprising in this way, the malfunction which gives a player the uncomfortable feeling that a 3rd symbol dynamically displays instantaneously at the time of a fixed stop of a 3rd symbol can be suppressed.

  In addition, when a driving device that operates well is arranged so that the fourth symbol displayed on the above-described third symbol display device 81 overlaps the front side of the third symbol display device 81, the operation of the driving device Accordingly, by moving and displaying the 4th symbol, the 4th symbol is concealed by the driving device, and it becomes difficult to visually recognize the problem. Thereby, it can be easily identified that the player is in the lottery game of the special symbol (being changed).

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, when the command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 and the command is received by the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 performs display control. A command to be transmitted to the device 114 is determined, and thereafter, the command is transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114. On the other hand, first, a command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the display control device 114, and when the command is received by the display control device 114, the display control device 114 determines a command to be transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113. After that, the command may be transmitted from the display control device 114 to the sound lamp control device 113.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image controller 237 executes the process of transferring the image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the MPU 231 may directly access the character ROM 234, read image data from the character ROM 234, and transfer it to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. In this case, the image data read by the MPU 231 from the character ROM 234 is temporarily stored in the buffer RAM 237a, and then the MPU 231 determines whether the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is unused. If it is not used, the image data may be transferred from the buffer RAM 237a to the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236.

  In this case, whether or not the transfer destination resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 is unused is determined by the image controller 237 accessing the resident video RAM 235 (that is, being used). And a normal video RAM access flag (not shown) indicating that the image controller 237 is accessing (ie, in use) the normal video RAM 236. ) In the image controller 237, and the MPU 231 may check the access flag corresponding to the transfer destination buffer RAM.

  Alternatively, a signal transmitted / received between the image controller 237 and the resident video RAM 235 or a signal transmitted / received between the image controller 237 and the normal video RAM 236 is monitored by the MPU 231, and the signal is resident from the state of the signal. It may be confirmed whether or not the video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are unused. Alternatively, when the image controller 237 starts access to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 or ends access, the MPU 231 notifies the MPU 231 of the information from time to time, so that the MPU 231 Based on the notification, it may be determined whether the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are unused.

  Alternatively, when the image controller 237 scans the third symbol display device 81, the MPU 231 confirms the driving state of the image controller 237 or notifies from the image controller 237 whether or not the scanning is in the blank period. If the scanning state is in the blank period, it may be determined that the video RAMs 235 and 236 are not used. As a result, the image controller 237 checks only the scanning state of the third symbol display device 81 and determines whether or not it is unused, so that the determination can be made easily.

  In this case, the MPU 231 also transfers transfer data that is not Null data at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the transfer data table set in the transfer data table buffer 233e or the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d. When the information exists, the image data may be read from the character ROM 234 according to the transfer data information and transferred to the normal video RAM 236. Here, the transfer data information of the transfer target image data is stored so that the image data corresponding to the predetermined sprite is stored in the normal video RAM 236 before drawing of the predetermined sprite is started according to the display data table or the like. Since it is defined for a predetermined address, when image data is transferred in accordance with the transfer data information specified in the transfer data table, when drawing a predetermined sprite according to the display data table or the like, the drawing of the sprite is performed. Therefore, image data that is not resident in the resident video RAM 235 and is required to be stored in the normal video RAM 236 can be stored. A predetermined sprite can be drawn based on the display data table using the image data stored in the normal video RAM 236.

  Note that the process of reading the image data from the character ROM 234 and transferring it to the normal video RAM 236 may be performed in a display main process executed by the MPU 231 or a loop of the main process. As a result, the MPU 231 can execute the image data transfer process by using the time during which the important process in the display control device 114 such as the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process is not performed. Further, since the command interrupt process and the V interrupt process are executed with priority over the display main process and the like, the MPU 231 can execute the image data without affecting the command interrupt process or the V interrupt process. The transfer process can be executed.

  In the above embodiment, the MPU 231 does not manage each video RAM using the addresses of the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236, but uses them in common with the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236. In the address system, a different address area may be assigned to each video RAM to manage each video RAM. In this way, the MPU 231 does not directly specify the video RAM (resident video RAM 235 or normal video RAM 236) to be accessed from the image controller 237, but simply specifies the address, and the The image controller 237 can determine whether the designated area is for the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. That is, when designating the video RAM to be accessed and the address of the video RAM area from the MPU 231 to the image controller 237, it is only necessary to designate an address set in a common address system. It is possible to simplify the configuration of the instruction for performing the designation. For example, in the drawing list transmitted from the MPU 231 to the image controller 237, as the information indicating the storage location of the sprite data, the address set in a common address system is used without including the storage RAM type. Since it is only necessary to specify the storage destination address, the structure of the drawing list can be simplified.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the character ROM 234 is directly connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) to which the MPU 231 and the image controller 237 are connected has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. 237 may be directly connected. Also, a bridge circuit for converting the input / output specification of the character ROM 234 into the input / output specification of the mask ROM is provided, and the character ROM 234 is provided by connecting to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit. Also good.

  By providing this bridge circuit, the NAND flash memory 234a uses the existing image controller 237 or internal bus (bus line 240) designed on the assumption that a general mask ROM is used as the character ROM. The configured character ROM 234 can be connected. Even if the character ROM 234 is connected via the image controller 237 or a bridge circuit, the MPU 231 may be directly accessible to the character ROM 234.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the character ROM 234 is configured by the NAND flash memory 234a has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and is configured by a large-capacity and inexpensive non-volatile storage means such as a hard disk. May be. Such a large-capacity and inexpensive storage means generally has a low reading speed, but the display control device 114 is configured as described in the above embodiment, so that an image can be displayed without any problem at a desired display time. be able to.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the NOR ROM 234d is provided in the character ROM 234 and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231 in the first program storage area 234d1 has been described. The first program storage area is provided in a memory constituted by a non-volatile storage medium capable of reading operation faster than the NAND flash memory 234a, and the MPU 231 first releases the system reset in the area. A part of the boot program to be executed may be stored. For example, instead of the NOR type ROM 234d, a FeRAM (Ferroelectric RAM), an MRAM (Magnetic Resistive RAM) or a PRAM (Phase change RAM) is provided in the character ROM 234, and a first program storage area is provided in the character ROM 234. A part of the boot program executed first may be stored.

  In the above embodiment, the first program storage area 234d1 is provided in the NOR-type ROM 234d connected to the internal bus (bus line 240), and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released in the MPU 231 in the area. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a memory constituted by a non-volatile storage medium capable of performing a read operation at a higher speed than the NAND flash memory 234a is used as an internal bus (bus line 240). The first program storage area may be provided in the memory, and a part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is canceled in the MPU 231 may be stored in the area. For example, instead of the NOR-type ROM 234d, an FeRAM (Ferroelectric RAM), an MRAM (Magnetic Resistive RAM) or a PRAM (Phase change RAM) is provided in the internal bus (bus line 240), and a first program storage area is provided in the MPU 231. A part of the boot program executed first after the system reset is released may be stored.

  In the above embodiment, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the address of the internal bus (bus line 240) is designated as “0000H”, the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 is set in the buffer RAM 234c. Then, the case where data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address is read from the buffer RAM 234c and output to the MPU 231 via the internal bus (bus line 240) has been described. In contrast, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the power is supplied from the power supply device 115, the ROM controller 234b sets the boot program stored in the first program storage area 234d1 in the buffer RAM 234c, and then When the ROM controller 234b detects that the address of the internal bus (bus line 240) is designated as “0000H”, data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address is read from the buffer RAM 234c, and the internal bus (bus line) is read. 240) may be output to the MPU 231. In this case, if the MPU 231 designates the address “0000H” for the internal bus (bus line 240) after releasing the system reset, is the boot program already stored in the first program storage area 234d1 set in the buffer RAM 234c? Since it is being set, the character ROM 234 can output the corresponding data (instruction code) with less delay after the address “0000H” is designated by the MPU 231. Accordingly, since the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, the MPU 231 can start the display main process in a short time. As a result, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 composed of the NAND flash memory 234a with a slow reading speed, the control of the auxiliary effect unit or the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 is immediately started. Can do.

  Further, when the ROM controller 234b detects that the address designated in the internal bus (bus line 240) designates the control program stored in the first program storage area 234d1, the first program storage area 234d1. The data (instruction code) corresponding to the designated address may be read directly from the data and output to the MPU 231 via the internal bus (bus line 240). Thereby, the MPU 231 can receive the instruction code corresponding to the address “0000H” in a short time after designating the address “0000H”, so that the display main process can be activated in the MPU 231 in a short time. As a result, even if the control program is stored in the character ROM 234 composed of the NAND flash memory 234a with a slow reading speed, the control of the auxiliary effect unit or the third symbol display device 81 in the display control device 114 is immediately started. Can do. In this case, the process of setting the control program (boot program) stored in the first program storage area 234d1 in the buffer RAM 234c may not be performed. Thereby, power consumption in the character ROM 234 can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 is provided connected to the image controller 237 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an internal bus (bus) to which the MPU 231, the character ROM 234, and the image controller 237 are connected. It may be provided directly connected to line 240). When the character ROM 234 is connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit, a resident video RAM 235 may be connected to the bridge circuit. If the resident video RAM 235 is configured to be connected to the bridge circuit, the resident video RAM 235 can be connected even if the existing image controller 237 or the internal bus (bus line 240) is not configured to be directly connectable to the resident video RAM 235. The RAM 235 can be easily provided in the display control device 114.

  In the above embodiment, the case where one resident video RAM 235 and one normal video RAM 236 are provided in the display control device 114 has been described, but the number of various video RAMs is not limited to this, and more A video RAM may be provided. Further, a plurality of resident video RAMs may be provided, and image data corresponding to images corresponding to various modes may be resident in each, and the resident video RAM to be used may be selected according to the mode.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are configured by a one-port type (one input / output port) DRAM has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A type of RAM may be used. As a result, writing to and reading from the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 can be performed at the same time. For example, the image data is read from the normal video RAM 236 and is read from the character ROM 234 while drawing the image. The process of writing the image data to the normal video RAM 236 can be performed in parallel. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the possibility that the drawing process is delayed due to the writing of the image data.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 are configured by different memories has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and one RAM is divided into a resident area and a normal area. The same content as that of the resident video RAM 235 and the normal video RAM 236 may be stored in each area. When a resident area and a normal area are configured with one RAM, the input / output port of the memory is prevented from being occupied by read or write processing by one of the resident area and the normal area. It is desirable to use a multiport RAM.

  The type of image data stored in the resident video RAM 235 in the above embodiment is an example, and the type may be appropriately set according to the content of the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81. . In this case, at least resident image data corresponding to an image to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 immediately in response to a received command received from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113 or other input from the outside. Preferably it resides in the video RAM 235.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which a part of the image data stored in the character ROM 234 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235 and made resident. However, all the image data stored in the character ROM 234 is transferred to the resident video RAM 235. May be. In this case, since the image data stored in the non-resident character ROM 234 does not exist in the resident video RAM 235, the normal video RAM 236 is used as a dedicated memory for storing the drawing image data obtained by drawing by the image controller 237. May be.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the contents of the resident video RAM 235 are retained without being overwritten when the power is turned on has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and the main controller 110 or the sound lamp controller 113 is not limited thereto. The image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 may be overwritten and updated based on a predetermined trigger, such as when the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is greatly different based on the command received from Good. In this case, a predetermined transition image may be displayed as the transition period while the image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is changed. Also, the image data corresponding to the transition image is stored in the resident video RAM 235 when the power is turned on, and is not updated even when other resident images are updated, and is continuously held in the resident video RAM 235. It may be left. In addition, while displaying the transition image, the MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 to read out newly resident image data, and the read image data is stored in the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM 237a. You may make it transfer during unused (namely, during the period when the image data corresponding to a transfer image is not read). Alternatively, while displaying the transition image, the MPU 231 transmits a transfer instruction (transfer data information) of image data to be newly resident to the image controller 237, and the image controller 237 transmits the transfer command (transfer). The image data to be resident is read from the character ROM 234 according to the data information) and transferred via the buffer RAM 237a while the resident video RAM 235 is not used (that is, during the period when the image data corresponding to the transition image is not read). You may make it do.

  When the resident video RAM 235 is updated, the image data corresponding to the transfer image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 in advance, and the transfer image is stored in the normal video RAM 236 using the image data. You may make it display on the 3 symbol display apparatus 81. FIG. While the transition image is displayed, the MPU 231 directly accesses the character ROM 234 to read out the image data to be newly resident, and transfer the read out image data through the buffer RAM 237a. Also good. Alternatively, the image controller 237 that has received an instruction to transfer image data to be resident from the MPU 231 accesses the character ROM 234 to read out the image data to be newly resident, and transfers the read image data through the buffer RAM 237a. You may do it. By updating the contents of the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the transition image, the resident video RAM 235 can be updated without making the player feel uncomfortable.

  In the above embodiment, after all the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is resident, a RAM determination value for determining whether or not the data in the resident video RAM 235 is normal when the power failure is resolved is stored. Before starting to transfer main image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 in the main display process or the main process executed by the MPU 231 of the display control device 114 after turning on, the RAM judgment value is checked, If the RAM determination value is a normal value, it means that the image data to be resident in the resident video RAM 235 is being stored normally. Therefore, the transfer of the image data to the resident video RAM 235 is not executed. You may comprise. In this case, the transfer of image data to the resident video RAM 235 may be disabled by turning off the simple image display flag. Accordingly, even when a system reset is input to the display control device 114 due to the occurrence of an instantaneous power failure and the execution of the display main process or the main process is started by the MPU 231, the data in the resident video RAM 235 is normally stored. If it is, image data can be prevented from being unnecessarily transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, and the time required for power recovery can be shortened. In particular, since the character ROM 234 is constituted by the character ROM 234a having a low reading speed, it takes a long time to transfer image data from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. On the other hand, if the RAM determination value is stored in the resident video RAM 235 as in this modification, and the data in the resident video RAM 235 remains normal due to a momentary power interruption or the like, it is necessary to transfer the image data. Since the time can be shortened, a normal effect image can be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Therefore, the player can start the game immediately. The RAM determination value may be a checksum value of image data stored in the resident video RAM 235, for example. Further, instead of the RAM determination value, the validity of the data may be determined based on whether or not the keyword written in a predetermined area of the resident video RAM 235 is correctly stored.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the buffer RAM 237a is provided in the image controller 237 has been described. For example, the buffer RAM may be configured alone and connected directly to the internal bus (bus line 240). When the character ROM 234 is connected to the internal bus (bus line 240) or the image controller 237 via the bridge circuit, a buffer RAM may be provided in the bridge circuit. Further, the resident video RAM 235 may be directly connected to the bridge circuit having the buffer RAM. In this case, since the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 connected to the bridge circuit to the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM provided in the bridge circuit, an internal bus (bus line 240) in which data signals are frequently exchanged. The transfer can be performed efficiently without being affected by the above.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the storage capacity of the buffer RAM 237a is one block of the NAND flash memory 234a has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and may be set as appropriate. For example, during the scanning period of the display screen of the 3rd symbol display device 81, during the period (blank period) of scanning on the blank area which is the scanning area other than the display area where the actual image is displayed, The storage capacity of the buffer RAM 237a may be a data capacity that can complete the transfer of image data from the RAM 237a to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. As a result, the transfer from the buffer RAM 237a to the image data to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 can be reliably performed by using the unused periods of the video RAMs 235 and 236 generated during the blank period. .

  In the above embodiment, the case where one buffer RAM 237a is provided has been described. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and two or more buffer RAMs may be provided. In this case, while the image data read from the character ROM 234 is stored in one buffer RAM, the image data stored in another buffer RAM is transferred to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. It may be configured. In addition, while the area is divided into two or more in one buffer RAM and the image data read from the character ROM 234 is stored in one area, another area in which the image data is stored is stored. The image data may be transferred from the area to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236. In any case, the writing of the image data read from the character ROM 234 to the buffer RAM and the transfer of the image data written to the buffer RAM to the resident video RAM 235 or the normal video RAM 236 are performed in parallel. Processing time can be shortened.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 after power-on has been described. The corresponding image data may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on. Thus, the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used to transfer the image data to be resident from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 while displaying the main image at power-on. can do. During this time, since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235, the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without monitoring the usage state of the resident video RAM 235. The transfer can be completed quickly, and the processing can be simplified.

  Similarly, in the above embodiment, the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation image area of the resident video RAM 235 from the character ROM 234 after power-on are performed on the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image. Although the case of transferring to 235b has been described, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on. Thus, the character ROM 234 displays the power-on image on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image stored in the normal video RAM 236. Image data to be resident can be transferred to the resident video RAM 235. During this time, since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235, the image data can be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without monitoring the usage state of the resident video RAM 235. The transfer can be completed quickly, and the processing can be simplified.

  In the above embodiment, the case where image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at power-on of the resident video RAM 235 via the buffer RAM 237a has been described. Since the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235 while the image data corresponding to is transferred, the image data corresponding to the main image when the power is turned on is not transferred from the character ROM 234 via the buffer RAM 237a. May be directly transferred to the main image area 235a when the power is turned on. The image data corresponding to the main image at power-on is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after power-on, and the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 is used. When the image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235, for example, by displaying the main image, the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235. The image data to be resident may be directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Thereby, the transfer of the image data can be completed more quickly without using the buffer RAM 237a.

  Similarly, in the above embodiment, the image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 via the buffer RAM 237a to the power-on main image area 235a and the power-on variation of the resident video RAM 235. Although the case where the image data is transferred to the image area 235b has been described, the image data is not read from the resident video RAM 235 while the image data corresponding to the main image at power-on and the fluctuation image at power-on is transferred. Image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a and power-on variation image area 235b of the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Also good. The image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on variation image is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 after the power is turned on, and the power-on main image and the power-on stored in the normal video RAM 236 are stored. The resident video RAM 235 is transferred while the image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 by, for example, displaying an image upon power-on on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the fluctuating image. If the image data is not read from the image data, the image data to be resident may be directly transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235 without going through the buffer RAM 237a. Thereby, the transfer of the image data can be completed more quickly without using the buffer RAM 237a.

  In the above embodiment, when the frame button 22 is operated by the player, the back image change command and the frame button operation command are generated by the sound lamp control device 113, and the back image change command and the frame button are generated by the display control device 114. Although the case where the rear image displayed on the third symbol display device 81 and the super-reaching effect mode are changed based on the operation command has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto. For example, the voice lamp control device 113 grasps the gaming state of the gaming machine 10 based on the content of the command received from the main control device 110, and according to the gaming state, for example, in accordance with the change of the gaming state, A back image change command or a game state command may be generated. Thereby, in the display control apparatus 114, based on the back image change command or the gaming state command, it is possible to change the rendering mode of the back image or super reach according to the gaming state. Further, the display control device 114 may directly grasp the gaming state of the gaming machine 10 and change the rear image and the super-reach effect according to the gaming state. Then, image data corresponding to at least a part of the rear image corresponding to the rear image after the change or the super reach of the effect mode after the change is resident in the rear image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. From the resident range, the rear image can be immediately displayed using the image data resident in the rear image area 235c.

  Further, the display control device 114 may change the back image according to the specifications of the display data table, the transfer data table, the additional data table, and the composite data table. In this case, the image data corresponding to the rear image after the change is configured to be transferred in advance from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236 according to the transfer data information described in the transfer data table, the composite data table, and the display data table. May be. Here, when transferring the image data of the back image according to the transfer data information described in the transfer data table, the composite data table, and the display data table, the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 storing the original back image is stored. The transfer data information in the transfer data table may be defined so that a new back image is stored in the sub area. What is the sub area of the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236 in which the original back image is stored? The transfer data information of the transfer data table may be defined so that a new back image is stored in another area. In the latter case, when returning the back image to the original back image that was selected and displayed by the player, there is no need to transfer the image data corresponding to the original back image again. An increase in load can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the output signal of the vibration sensor is input to the sound lamp control device 113, and when a vibration error is detected by the sound lamp control device 113, an error command is transmitted to the display control device 114. Although the case where the display control device 114 immediately displays a warning image on the third symbol display device 81 has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and the output signal of the vibration sensor is input to the main control device 110 to The control device 110 may detect a vibration error and transmit an error command for notifying the error from the main control device 110 to either the sound lamp control device 113 or the display control device 114. When an error command is transmitted to the sound lamp control device 113, the sound lamp control device 113 receives the error command and further transmits an error command notifying the display control device 114 of the error. May be.

  On the other hand, the output signal of the vibration sensor may be input to the display control device 114, and the display control device 114 may detect the presence or absence of a vibration error. When a vibration error is detected, the error occurrence flag is turned on, and the error determination flag corresponding to the vibration error is turned on to turn on the error occurrence flag in the display setting process (see FIG. 35). The warning image may be immediately displayed on the third symbol display device 81 by executing the warning image setting process (see FIG. 43) when the above is determined. In this case, this eliminates the need to send and receive an error command from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114, so that a warning image can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 earlier.

  Moreover, although the said embodiment demonstrated the case where the vibration sensor was attached to the back surface of the game board 13, it replaced with a vibration sensor or the magnet sensor was attached to the back surface of the game board 13 with a vibration sensor. Also good. This magnet sensor is a sensor for detecting the magnetic field applied to the game board in order to prevent the flow of the sphere from being changed by a magnetic field such as a magnet and intentionally entering the entrance. The output signal of the magnet sensor may be input to any of the main control device 110, the sound lamp control device 113, and the display control device 114. When the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the main controller 110, if the main controller 110 determines that a magnetic field has been applied to the game board 13 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the magnetic field error is indicated. The error command to be transmitted may be transmitted from the main control device 110 to the display control device 114 via the sound lamp control device 113 or directly. Further, when the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the sound lamp control device 113, if it is determined that the magnetic lamp control device 113 has applied a magnetic field to the game board 13 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the magnetic field. An error command for reporting an error may be transmitted from the sound lamp control device 113 to the display control device 114. In the error message image area 235f of the resident video RAM 235 of the display control device 113, image data corresponding to the error message image for informing the magnetic field error by displaying on the third symbol display device 81 is resident. The display control device 113 may display the warning image on the third symbol display device 81 when an error command for transmitting a magnetic field error is received from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113. Further, when the output signal of the magnet sensor is input to the display control device 110, if it is determined that the magnetic field is applied to the game board 13 by the display control device 114 based on the output signal of the magnet sensor, the display control device 113. May turn on the error occurrence flag and set the error type flag corresponding to the magnetic field error to on to display the warning image on the third symbol display device 81. Thus, when the display control device 114 receives the error command from the main control device 110 or the sound lamp control device 113 or grasps the occurrence of the magnetic field error based on the output signal from the magnet sensor, the display ROM 114 stores the character ROM 234. Even in the case of the NAND flash memory 234a, the error message image that notifies the magnetic field error without delay using the error message image resident in the error message image area 235f of the resident video RAM 235 is shown in FIG. It can be displayed on the display device 81. Therefore, when a magnetic field is applied to the game board by the player, the magnetic field error is immediately notified by the display of the error message image by the 3rd symbol display device 81. Can be deterred.

  When the drawing contents necessary for changing a part or all of the color tone in one effect are defined by the additional data table or the display data table, the additional data table or the display data table uses 1 in the third symbol display device 81. Corresponding to the address that represents the time (20 milliseconds in this embodiment) for displaying the image for the frame as one unit, at that time, the type of sprite whose color tone is changed, and the sprite after the change in the sprite It may define color information for specifying a color tone. Then, the MPU 231 designates the type of sprite whose color tone is changed to the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the additional drawing contents defined in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 452d, and the color tone after the change in the sprite. If the color information to be specified is specified, the color information of the corresponding sprite type specified in the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the drawing content specified in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d is displayed. A drawing list may be created by replacing the color information defined by the additional drawing contents of the data table. Accordingly, the image controller 237 can draw an image while changing the color tone of the sprite based on the color information defined by the additional data table.

  In addition, when the display data table defines the drawing content necessary to change and display the image displayed in one effect, the display data table displays an image for one frame in the third symbol display device 81. Is associated with the address expressed as one unit, and at that time, the sprite type to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed, and the new It may define drawing information of sprites to be displayed. The MPU 231 then replaces the sprite type to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed, at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the additional drawing content defined in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 452d, When the drawing information of the sprite to be newly displayed is specified, various sprites specified at the address indicated by the pointer 233f in the drawing contents specified in the display data table set in the display data table buffer 233d Among them, instead of the sprite to be replaced, the sprite type to be newly displayed and the drawing information of the sprite may be included in the drawing list. As a result, the image controller 237 can draw an image including a sprite to be newly displayed.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case has been described in which the transfer data information of the image data necessary for drawing the image according to the drawing content defined in the display data table is included in the display data table. Transfer data information (additional transfer data information) of image data required when an image is drawn according to the additional drawing content defined in the display data table may be included. In this case, the additional transfer data information is added in association with identification information (“addition effect 1”, “addition effect 2”, etc.) for identifying the additional displayable effect for each address. It may be defined together with the drawing content or separately from the additional drawing content. Then, when the MPU 231 determines an effect to be additionally displayed, the MPU 231 creates a drawing list including the additional drawing content and additional transfer data information associated with the identification information corresponding to the determined effect. You may comprise.

  As a result, the image controller 237 can transfer the image data of the sprite used for drawing according to the additional drawing content to the normal video RAM 236 in advance before the image data is used according to the drawing list. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a slow reading speed, the effect to be additionally displayed can be easily and reliably displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Further, by using the additional transfer data information defined in the display data table, necessary image data can be transferred to the normal video RAM 236 while instructing to draw an image based on the additional drawing content. Many sprites can be drawn depending on the additional drawing content. Therefore, even if the character ROM 234 is constituted by the NAND flash memory 234a having a low reading speed, various effects can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the above embodiment, in the display table corresponding to the variation pattern that allows the player to select a super reach, the drawing contents corresponding to all the super reach that can be selected by the player are defined in the display data table. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the drawing content corresponding to the selected super reach is added to the display data table. May be. Thereby, the drawing contents of the super reach selected by the player can be easily specified. Moreover, since it is not necessary to prescribe the drawing contents corresponding to all the super reach in the display data table, it is possible to suppress an increase in the data size of the display data table.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the display data table includes the drawing content and the transfer data information has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display data table defines the drawing content and the transfer data information. The additional drawing contents of the effects to be additionally displayed may be defined in the additional data table. In this case, the work RAM 233 may be provided with an additional data table buffer, and when an effect to be additionally displayed is determined, an additional data table corresponding to the effect may be set in the additional data table buffer. . Further, the additional data table may be defined to include not only the additional drawing content but also transfer data information (additional transfer data information) of image data necessary for image drawing performed according to the additional drawing content. Good. As a result, it is possible to specify the rendering content of the effect to be added and displayed using the additional data table and the transfer data information of the image necessary for the rendering. Compared with the case of specifying the drawing contents and transfer data information, the processing load required for the specification can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, the display control device 114 has been described with respect to the case where a display data table is prepared for each variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern command for display. A display data table is prepared for each element such as “change start-up”, “high-speed change”, “notice production”, “normal reach”, “super reach”, and according to the change pattern indicated in the display change pattern command. After identifying the elements necessary for the variation effect, the display data tables corresponding to the sheets necessary for the identified variation effect are combined into one, and a final periodic display data table corresponding to the variation pattern is generated. You may do it. In many cases, “change start-up”, “high-speed change”, “normal reach”, and the like are displayed in common to each change pattern. Therefore, the data table can be efficiently provided by making the variation effect as elements and preparing the display data table corresponding to each element.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which the display data table and the transfer data table use the common pointer 233f to specify the drawing content and transfer data information from the address indicated by the pointer 233f. On the other hand, a pointer may be prepared.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the image controller 237 transmits a V interrupt signal to the MPU 231 at every display interval of one frame of image drawing processing (in the above embodiment, every 20 milliseconds) will be described. However, the image controller 237 may transmit the V interrupt signal to the MPU 231 every time the third symbol display device 81 is driven to display an image for one frame. The third symbol display device 81 is driven so that images for one frame are always displayed at regular time intervals (20 millisecond intervals). By transmitting, it is possible to keep accurate even without measuring the time interval.

  In the above embodiment, the image controller 237 specifies the frame buffer in which the rendered image is to be developed based on the rendering target buffer information transmitted from the MPU 231, and the image information previously developed from the other frame buffer. Is read out and transmitted to the third symbol display device 81. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and the image buffer 237 should develop the drawn image every time the image controller 237 receives the drawing list. May be alternately selected, and the previously developed image information may be read from a frame buffer different from the selected frame buffer and transmitted to the third symbol display device 81. Each time the image controller 237 transmits image information for one frame to the third symbol display device 81, the image controller outputs the image information to the third symbol display device 81 and the frame buffer in which the drawn image is to be developed. The frame buffer to be replaced may be replaced.

  In the above-described embodiment, after the confirmed display data table corresponding to the confirmed display effect is set in the display data table buffer 233d, from the main control device 110 via the audio lamp control device 113 until the confirmed display effect ends. When neither the variation pattern command (display variation pattern command) nor the demonstration command (display demonstration command) is received, the display data table for demonstration corresponding to the demonstration effect is set in the display data table buffer 233d. As explained above, a fixed display data table corresponding to the fixed display effect may be set in the display data table buffer 233d again. In this case, the final display effect is displayed until either the variation pattern command (display variation pattern command) or the demo command (display demonstration command) is received from the main control device 110 via the audio lamp control device 113. Each time it ends, the fixed display data table corresponding to the fixed display effect may be reset in the display data table buffer 233d. Thereby, until the variation pattern command or the demo command is received from the main control device 110, it is possible to continuously display the final display effect on the third symbol display device 81.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the demonstration effect is to change and display the back image and stop and display the third symbol composed of the main symbols without the numerals “0” to “9”, is not necessarily described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a third symbol composed of a main symbol with a number or a main symbol without a number may be stopped and displayed in a semi-transparent state. Alternatively, only the back image may be changed without displaying the third symbol. Moreover, you may display a character and back image completely different from the 3rd pattern and back image used by a variable display.

  In the above embodiment, after the power is turned on, the display control unit 114 first supplies image data corresponding to the power-on main image and the power-on fluctuation image from the character ROM 234 to the power-on main image area 235a of the resident video RAM 235 and the power on. When the image data is transferred to the time-varying image area 235b, the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81 after the transfer is completed, and the remaining image data to be resident is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. However, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. For example, the display control unit 114 first transfers only image data corresponding to the main image at power-on after the power is turned on from the character ROM 234 to the main image area 235a at the time of power-on of the resident video RAM 235. After the main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81, the image data to be resident including the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image may be transferred from the character ROM 234 to the resident video RAM 235. Thereby, since the main image at the time of power-on can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 sooner after the power is turned on, the pachinko machine 10 can be used in an operation check in a player, a hall-related person or a factory at the time of manufacture. It can be immediately confirmed that the operation is started without any problem by turning on the power.

  In this case, the MPU 231 may monitor completion of transfer of image data corresponding to the power-on variation image to the power-on variation image area 235b. As a result, if a display variation pattern command is received from the audio lamp controller 113 after the image data corresponding to the power-on variation image is stored in the power-on variation image area 235b, the display variation pattern command is received. Based on the above, a simple variation display can be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 using the image data corresponding to the variation image at power-on stored in the variation image area 235b at power-on. The image data corresponding to the power-on variation image is preferably transferred to the power-on variation image area 235b immediately after the power-on main image is displayed on the third symbol display device 81. Thereby, it is possible to perform the change display by the change image at the time of power-on earlier.

  In the above embodiment, the display data table and the transfer data table correspond to the time represented by 20 milliseconds as one unit, and the content of the image to be rendered (rendering content) at that time and the data to be transferred at that time. Although the case of defining the image data information (transfer data information) has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this, and any display content may be defined at predetermined time intervals. This predetermined time interval may be set in accordance with the frame rate of the third symbol display device 81. For example, when the frame rate of the third symbol display device 81 is 30 fps, that is, when the third symbol display device 81 displays an image of 30 frames per second, the third symbol display device 81 is 1/30. Since an image of one frame is displayed every second, the display data table may define display contents every 1/30 second interval.

  Further, in the display data table, the sprite type to be drawn specified at predetermined time intervals is not indicated, but the address of the character ROM 234 in which image data corresponding to the sprite type is stored. May be defined. In the display control device 114, image data corresponding to the sprite type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 is read from the character ROM 234. Therefore, the character ROM 234 stores image data of the sprite type in association with each sprite type. I manage the address. Therefore, in the display data table, if the address of the character ROM 234 storing the image data corresponding to the sprite type is defined as the display content defined at each predetermined time interval, the sprite is associated with each sprite type. Since it is not necessary to manage both the information for specifying the address and the address of the character ROM 234, the processing load can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, the stored image data determination flag 233i is provided in the work RAM 233 of the display control device 114, and for each sprite, it is stored whether or not the corresponding image data is stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. Although the case has been described, instead of this, information indicating the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a may be stored in the work RAM 233. In this case, when the MPU 231 instructs to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type, the MPU 231 refers to the information indicating the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a stored in the work RAM 233, and the predetermined image data Is already stored in the image storage area 236a, and if not, an instruction to transfer image data of the predetermined sprite type may be set. When the MPU 231 sets an instruction to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type, the MPU 231 stores information indicating the sprite type for which the transfer instruction is set in the work RAM 233 and also stores image data of the sprite type. The information indicating the sprite type stored in the sub area of the image storage area 236a may be deleted.

  In the above embodiment, when image data of a predetermined sprite type is transferred from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, the image data of the sprite type is stored in the normal video RAM 236 based on the stored image data determination flag 233i. In the normal video RAM 236, if the image data of the predetermined sprite type is stored, the MPU 231 performs the process of not executing the transfer process. The processing may be performed by the image controller 237. In this case, a flag equivalent to the stored image data determination flag 233i is prepared in the work RAM provided in the image controller 237, and whether or not the corresponding image data is stored in the normal video RAM 236 for each sprite. It may be memorized. The work RAM provided in the image controller 237 may store the sprite type stored in the image storage area 236a of the normal video RAM 236. In this case, if it is necessary to transfer image data of a predetermined sprite type from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236, the MPU 231 sends the image controller 237 to the image controller 237 regardless of the storage state of the image data in the normal video RAM 236. On the other hand, the transfer data information of the image data may be transmitted.

  In the above embodiment, the case where only the image data corresponding to “Back A” among the plurality of back images is made resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235 has been described, but the present invention is not necessarily limited thereto. Image data corresponding to two or more back images may be resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. For example, the image data of the back image used in some super reach may be resident in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. In particular, the image data transfer process from the character ROM 737 to the normal video RAM 536 is executed by making the rear image of the super reach that is expected to appear frequently or high appear in the back image area 235c of the resident video RAM 235. Can be suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the transfer data table or the display data table defines the image data transfer command in association with the address indicated by the pointer 233f, and the MPU 231 receives the transfer command at a predetermined time specified by the display pointer. In the above description, the image controller 237 is controlled to transfer the image data instructed in the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display data is displayed at the top of the display data table. Information on the sprite type required in the table is described. Based on the information described at the top of the display data table, the MPU 231 transfers the required image data from the character ROM 234 to the normal video RAM 236. Controller 237 may be controlled. Alternatively, based on the command received from the sound lamp control device 113, the MPU 231 determines the sprite type to be displayed on the third symbol display device 81 in response to the command, and the image data of that image type is normally sent from the character ROM 234. The image controller 237 may be controlled to transfer to the video RAM 236 for use.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which the color tone of a part of the image changes with time on the back surface C, which is the back image of the “island stage”. Good. In addition, the back image is not limited to scrolling or changing in color as time passes. In addition, instead of such back image, an object (for example, a person) that appears over time is displayed. It may be something that moves or changes.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the continuous notice effect is also executed on the third symbol display device 81 where the variation effect is performed has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko machine 10 includes the third symbol display device 81 and Even if the fourth notice display device is provided and the fourth symbol is displayed on the fourth symbol display device together with the variation effect executed by the third symbol display device 81, the continuous notice effect is executed. Good. In this case, the control of the fourth symbol display device may be performed by the display control device 114 or by the sound lamp control device 113. Moreover, the continuous notice effect may be executed by providing the accessory that operates according to various effects in the pachinko machine 10 and operating the accessory in a predetermined manner together with the variable effect. Further, the continuous warning effect may be executed by outputting the voice for the continuous warning effect from the voice output device 226 of the pachinko machine 10 under the control of the voice lamp control device 113, and the lighting unit of the pachinko machine 10 The continuous notice effect may be executed by turning on or blinking 29 to 33 together with the variable effect.

  As a result, every time a variation effect is performed on the 3rd symbol display device 81 (and the 1st symbol display device 37), the symbols are continuously displayed on the 4th symbol display device, or the accessory operates in a predetermined manner. Or a sound is output from the sound output device 226, or the lighting units 29 to 33 are turned on or blinking, so that the player can have a big hit expectation. In addition, the player usually keeps on playing the game while paying attention to the 3rd symbol display device 81 where the variation effect is performed, but the 4D symbol display device other than the 3rd symbol display device 81 displays the symbol. Since the continuous notice effect is performed by the operation of the accessory, the sound output from the sound output device 226, or the lighting / flashing of the lighting units 29 to 33, an effect different from the normal effect is performed for the player. Can be easily recognized. In addition, the continuous notice effect is easily continued by simple control such as display of a symbol by the fourth symbol display device, operation of an accessory, sound output from the sound output device 226, or lighting / flashing of the lighting units 29 to 33. A notice effect can be performed.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the variation effect is executed, the case where the high-speed variation is displayed in which all the symbols Z1 to Z3 are scrolled at such a high speed that the player cannot visually recognize is displayed. All the symbols Z1 to Z3 may be reduced and displayed so as not to be visually recognized, or all the symbols Z1 to Z3 may be displayed as snow noise-like images in which many white dots are randomly displayed.

  In the above embodiment, a case has been described in which one first entrance 64 is provided in the game board 13 where a special symbol jackpot lottery starts when a ball enters, but this is not necessarily the case. The game board 13 may be provided with a plurality of (for example, two) first entrances where the entrance is detected independently and the jackpot lottery is started. In this case, when there is a holding at each first entrance, the number of held balls command transmitted from the main controller 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 indicates which of the first entrances is holding. Information may be included. Moreover, even if the fluctuation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 when the fluctuation starts is included, information indicating which fluctuation effect is held by which first entrance is included. Good. Thus, in the sound lamp control device 113, when a reserved ball number counter is prepared for each first entrance and a received ball number command is received, the first ball indicated by the held ball number command is displayed. When the number of held balls is set in the held ball number counter for the mouth and a variation pattern command is received, the first ball opening port can be obtained by decrementing the number of held balls counter for the first ball entry indicated by the variation pattern command by one. The number of held balls can be counted every time.

  In the above embodiment, each time the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c is updated in the main control device 110 (that is, when the value is increased or decreased), the reserved ball number command is controlled by the main control. Although the case of transmitting from the device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113 has been described, the present invention is not necessarily limited to this. For example, only when the value (N) of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 203c increases in the main controller 110, the reserved number command is transmitted from the main controller 110 to the voice lamp controller 113. In addition, the voice lamp control device 113 is configured to decrease the value of the special symbol reserved ball number counter 223a by 1 when the fluctuation pattern command transmitted from the main control device 110 is received. As a result, the number of times the main control device 110 transmits the hold number command to the sound lamp control device 113 and the number of times that the sound lamp control device 113 receives the hold number command can be reduced. The control burden on the sound lamp control device 113 can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, each command is transmitted from the main control device 110 to the sound lamp control device 113, and the sound lamp control device 113 issues a display instruction to the display control device 114. A command may be directly transmitted from the control device 110 to the display control device 114. In addition, an audio lamp control device may be connected to the display control device, and a command instructing the output of each sound and the lighting of the lamp may be transmitted from the display control device to the audio lamp control device. Furthermore, the sound lamp control device and the display control device may be configured as one control device. When the sound lamp control device and the display control device are configured as one control device, instead of a command generated by the sound lamp control device 113 such as an error occurrence command and notified to the display control device 114, a continuous notice flag or an error occurrence is generated. Various flags such as a flag are generated. Based on the flag, the display data table and the transfer data table are set in the display data table buffer 233d and the transfer data table buffer 233e, and various image data such as a warning image is generated. Or a transfer instruction of necessary image data may be set.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is configured that each of the winning at the first entrance 64 and the passing through the second entrance 67 is held up to 4 times at maximum, but the maximum number of held balls is limited to 4 times. It may be set to 3 times or less, or 5 times or more (for example, 8 times). Further, the number of reserved balls in the variable display based on the winning at the first entrance 64 is numerically in a part of the third symbol display device 81, or the area divided into four is the number of reserved balls. It may be displayed in a different mode (for example, color or lighting pattern), and a light emitting member such as a lamp is provided separately from the first symbol display device 37, and the number of reserved balls is notified by the light emitting member. You may comprise.

  In addition, as shown in the above embodiment, the variable display, which is a kind of dynamic display, is not limited to the one that scrolls the symbol as identification information in the vertical direction on the display screen of the third symbol display device 81. It may be performed by moving and displaying a symbol along a predetermined route such as a direction or an L shape. Further, the dynamic display of the identification information is not limited to the variable display of the symbol. The effect display etc. which are displayed are also included. In this case, one or more characters are used as the third symbol.

  Further, the present invention may be implemented in a pachinko machine of a type different from the above embodiment. For example, once a big hit, a pachinko machine that raises the expected value of the big hit until a big hit state occurs (for example, two times or three times) including that (for example, a two-time right item, a three-time right item) May also be implemented. Further, after the jackpot symbol is displayed, it may be implemented as a pachinko machine that generates a special game that gives a player a predetermined game value on the condition that a ball is won in a predetermined area. Further, the present invention may be implemented in a pachinko machine that has a special area such as a V-zone and has a special gaming state as a necessary condition for winning a ball in the special area. Further, in addition to the slot machine and the pachinko machine, the present invention may be implemented as various game machines such as an alepacchi, a sparrow ball, a game machine in which a so-called pachinko machine and a slot machine are integrated.

  As a specific example of a gaming machine in which a pachinko machine and a slot machine are integrated, a display device that displays a fixed display of symbols after variably displaying a symbol string composed of a plurality of symbols is provided, and a handle for ball launching is not provided. Things. In this case, after throwing a predetermined amount of spheres based on a predetermined operation (button operation), for example, the change of the symbol is started due to the operation of the operation lever, for example, due to the operation of the stop switch, or With the passage of time, the variation of the symbol is stopped, and a special game that gives a predetermined game value to the player is generated on the condition that the determined symbol at the time of stoppage is a so-called jackpot symbol. In this case, a large amount of balls are paid out to the lower tray. If such a gaming machine is used in place of a slot machine, only a ball can be handled as a gaming value in the gaming hall. Therefore, the gaming value seen in the current gaming hall where pachinko machines and slot machines are mixed Problems such as the burden on equipment due to the separate handling of medals and balls and restrictions on the location of the gaming machine can be solved.

  The concept of various inventions included in the above-described embodiment in addition to the gaming machine of the present invention is shown below.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the success / failure determination means for executing the determination of the success / failure of the game, the display means capable of displaying the identification information that can identify the determination result of the success / failure by the success / failure determination means, and the identification displayed on the display means In a gaming machine having display control means for dynamically displaying information in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and then displaying the information in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result, the dynamic display The mode includes a first temporary stop display period in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeatedly in a regular dynamic display mode, and a predetermined period until the set time. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set. Gaming machine A1, characterized in that the at it.

  According to the gaming machine A1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the display unit displays identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful. After the identification information displayed on the display unit is dynamically displayed in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set, a fixed stop display mode indicating the determination result is displayed by the display control unit. The dynamic display mode is a first temporary stop display period in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the regular dynamic display mode is repeatedly stopped at regular intervals. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period in which the identification information is temporarily stopped and displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set. Yes. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine A1, the gaming machine A1 includes time management means for instructing the display control means to display the identification information in the fixed display mode based on the elapse of the set time, and the display control means On the basis of an instruction from the management means, the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode. On the other hand, if there is no instruction from the time management means even after the set time has elapsed, the identification information is displayed as the first temporary information. A gaming machine A2 that is displayed in a stop display mode or a second temporary stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine A2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine A1, the following effects are achieved. In other words, the time management means instructs the display control means to display the identification information in a fixed display mode based on the elapse of the set time. Based on the instruction from the time management means, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in a fixed stop display mode. On the other hand, if there is no instruction from the time management means even after the set time has elapsed, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in the first temporary stop display mode or the second temporary stop display mode. Thereby, even when the set time has elapsed, even when the identification information is not displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to indicate to the player that the player is temporarily stopped. Therefore, the trouble which confuses a player can be suppressed.

  Main control means for executing main control of the game, and slave control means for executing control of the game based on a control signal from the main control means, wherein the main control means determines whether or not the game is successful A dynamic display mode determining unit for determining a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time for dynamically displaying identification information indicating the determination result of the correctness determination of the correctness determination unit is determined; Stop display means for notifying the slave control means of stop timing of dynamic display of the identification information displayed on the display means, and the slave control means is a dynamic display mode of the master control means. Based on the dynamic display mode determined by the determining unit, the display control unit for displaying the dynamic display mode on the display unit, and the identification information in advance based on the notification from the stop display unit of the main control unit. Defined fixed stop display A first stop display that indicates that the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. The identification information is displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode for a predetermined period including the first temporary stop display mode displayed in the mode and the set time. A gaming machine A3 having at least a temporary stop period having two temporary stop display periods.

  According to the gaming machine A3, main control of the game is executed by the main control means. Based on the control signal from the main control means, control of the game is executed by the sub control means. In the main control means, whether the game is successful or not is executed by the success / failure determining means. The dynamic display mode determination unit determines a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time for dynamically displaying the identification information indicating the determination result of the determination unit is determined. The stop display means notifies the slave control means of the stop timing of the dynamic display of the identification information displayed on the display means. Based on the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit of the main control unit, the sub control unit causes the display control unit to display the dynamic display mode on the display unit. Based on the notification from the stop display means of the main control means, the identification information is stopped and displayed by the fixed stop means in a predetermined fixed stop display mode. The dynamic display mode includes a first temporary stop display period and a set time for displaying the identification information in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeatedly in a regular cycle. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set for a predetermined period. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the success / failure determination means for executing the determination of the success / failure of the game, the display means capable of dynamically displaying the identification information that can identify the determination result of the success / failure by the success / failure determination means, A display control means for displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result after dynamically displaying the identification information in a dynamic display mode set with a predetermined set time. In the dynamic display mode, the identification information is displayed until the set time elapses in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the regular dynamic display mode is repeatedly stopped at regular intervals. A temporary stop period having at least a temporary stop period and a second temporary stop period displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode after the set time has elapsed is set. Is Wherein the display control unit, a game machine, characterized in that the identification information in the second temporary stop period is intended to be displayed at the determined stop display mode B1.

  According to the gaming machine B1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is dynamically displayed on the display unit. After the identification information displayed on the display means is dynamically displayed in a dynamic display mode in which a predetermined set time is set, the identification information is displayed by the display control unit in a fixed stop display mode indicating a result of the determination of success / failure. In the dynamic display mode, the first temporary stop is displayed until the set time elapses in the first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating the regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop period displayed in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode after the set time has elapsed is set. The display control means displays the identification information in the fixed stop display mode during the second temporary stop period. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine B1, auxiliary information display means capable of dynamically displaying auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that a lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination means. Auxiliary information display control for confirming and stopping the auxiliary identification information in a predetermined auxiliary fixed stop display mode after the display control means continues the dynamic display until the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode. And a gaming machine B2.

  According to the gaming machine B2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine B1, the following effects are achieved. That is, the auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that the lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination unit is dynamically displayed on the auxiliary information display unit. After the display control unit continues the dynamic display until the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, the auxiliary identification information is fixedly displayed by the auxiliary information display control unit in a predetermined auxiliary fixed stop display mode. Thereby, even when the identification information is temporarily stopped, the auxiliary identification information is dynamically displayed, so that it can be easily understood that the identification information is temporarily stopped. Therefore, it can suppress giving a confusion to a player.

  In the gaming machine B1 or B2, a temporary stop transition means for shifting from the first temporary stop period to the second temporary stop period based on the elapse of the set time, and a predetermined time after the set time elapses. Time management means for notifying the passage of the predetermined time to the display control means and the auxiliary information display control means based on the fact that the time has elapsed, the display control means from the time management means Based on the notification, the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, and the auxiliary information display control means displays the auxiliary identification information on the auxiliary fixed stop based on the notification from the time management means. A gaming machine B3 that is displayed in a display mode.

  According to the gaming machine B3, in addition to the effects produced by the gaming machine B1 or B2, the following effects are produced. That is, based on the elapse of the set time, the temporary stop transition means shifts from the first temporary stop period to the second temporary stop period. Based on the elapse of the predetermined period from the elapse of the set time, the elapse of the predetermined period is notified to the display control means and the auxiliary information display control means by the time management means. Based on the notification from the time management means, the identification information is displayed by the display control means in a fixed stop display mode. Based on the notification from the time management means, the auxiliary identification information is displayed by the auxiliary information display means in the auxiliary fixed stop display mode. Thereby, the fixed stop timing of identification information and auxiliary identification information can be matched more. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the player from feeling uncomfortable due to deviation of the fixed stop timing.

  The main control means for executing the game control, the slave control means for executing the game control based on the control signal from the main control means, and the main control means determine whether or not the game is successful based on the establishment of the lottery condition. A determination unit for executing the determination, a dynamic display mode determination unit for determining the dynamic display mode of the identification information indicating the determination result of the determination by the determination unit, and the dynamic display determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit And a time management means for notifying the slave control means that the setup time has passed, based on the fact that the set time set in the mode has elapsed. The display control means for dynamically displaying the identification information on the display means in the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination means of the main control means, and the set time is notified from the time management means of the main control means. That Accordingly, the display is different from the confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information in a predetermined fixed stop display mode, and the identification information indicating that it is during the lottery game for notifying the result of the success / failure determination by the success / failure determination means. In a gaming machine having auxiliary information display control means for dynamically displaying auxiliary identification information configured in an aspect on auxiliary information display means, the identification information is regularly displayed in a constant cycle in the dynamic display aspect. The first temporary stop display period to be displayed in the first temporary stop display mode indicating that the temporary display is repeated to repeat the dynamic display mode and the predetermined period including the set time, the fixed stop than the first temporary stop display mode. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that approximates the display mode is set, and the display control means is configured to stop the fixed stop means. Based on the fact that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped, the auxiliary information display control means is notified that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stopping means, and the auxiliary information display control means, The auxiliary identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined auxiliary information fixed stop display mode based on the notification that the identification information has been fixed and stopped by the display control means. Game machine C1.

  According to the gaming machine C1, game control is executed by the main control means. Based on the control signal from the main control means, control of the game is executed by the sub control means. In the main control means, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the dynamic display mode determination means determines the dynamic display mode of the identification information indicating the result of the success / failure determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful. Based on the elapse of the set time set in the dynamic display mode determined by the dynamic display mode determination unit, the time management unit notifies the slave control unit that the set time has elapsed. The On the other hand, in the slave control means, the identification information is dynamically displayed on the display means by the display control means in the dynamic display manner determined by the dynamic display manner determining means of the main control means. Based on the notification of the set time from the time management means of the main control means, the identification information is stopped and displayed by the fixed stop means in a predetermined fixed stop display mode. Auxiliary identification information configured in a display mode different from the identification information indicating that the lottery game is in progress for notifying the result of the determination by the determination unit is dynamically displayed on the auxiliary information display unit by the auxiliary information display control unit. The dynamic display mode includes a first temporary stop display period and a set time in which the identification information is displayed in a first temporary stop display mode indicating that the identification information is temporarily stopped repeating a regular dynamic display mode. A temporary stop period having at least a second temporary stop display period for displaying the identification information in a second temporary stop display mode that is closer to the fixed stop display mode than the first temporary stop display mode is set for a predetermined period. . Based on the fact that the identification information is confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stop means, the display control means notifies the auxiliary information display control means that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the confirmation stop means. Based on the notification that the identification information has been confirmed and stopped by the display control means, the auxiliary identification information is stopped and displayed by the auxiliary information display means in a predetermined auxiliary information confirmation stop display mode. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. In addition, since the auxiliary identification information is confirmed and stopped at the timing when the identification information is confirmed and stopped, the confirmation stop timing of the identification information and the auxiliary identification information can be matched more. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine C1, the slave control means includes a first slave control means for executing game control based on a control signal from the master control means, and a game based on a slave control signal from the first slave control means. Second slave control means for executing the control of the second slave control means, wherein the first slave control means has the auxiliary information display control means, and the second slave control means has the display control means. A gaming machine C2 characterized by being a thing.

  According to the gaming machine C2, in addition to the effects achieved by the gaming machine C1, the following effects are achieved. That is, in the sub control means, the game control is executed by the first sub control means based on the control signal from the main control means. Based on the slave control signal from the first slave control means, game control is executed by the second slave control means. The first slave control means has auxiliary information display control means. The second slave control means has the display control means. Thereby, the control loads of the first slave control means and the second slave control means can be reduced. Therefore, the control time required for game processing can be shortened by reducing the control load in the game.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful, a display unit capable of displaying identification information for identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit, and the identification displayed on the display unit A temporary stop period including the set time in which information is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle In a gaming machine having display control means for displaying with the identification information indicating the success / failure determination result after dynamically displaying in the dynamic display mode set in accordance with the fact that the set time has elapsed A time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has passed, and the provisional time based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means. A confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display form similar to a specific display form displayed at a predetermined timing of the stop display form, and when the passage of the set time is notified by the time management means, Delay means for delaying the stop display by the fixed stop means until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode when the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not a preset specific display mode; , A gaming machine D1 characterized by the above.

  According to the gaming machine D1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is displayed on the display unit. A setting for displaying the identification information displayed on the display means in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. After dynamic display is performed in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the result of the determination. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. Based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means, the fixed stop means makes a fixed stop in the fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. When the elapsed time of the set time is notified by the time management means, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the preset specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed in the specific display mode. In the meantime, it is delayed by the delay means. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine D1, the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the passage of the set time.

  According to the gaming machine D2, in addition to the effects played by the gaming machine D1, the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the passage of the set time. When it is determined and stopped at the elapsed timing, the identification information can be smoothly stopped in the fixed stop display mode, and the game process can be executed efficiently.

  In the gaming machine D1 or the gaming machine D2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle or less of the temporary stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine D3, in addition to the effect produced by the gaming machine D1 or D2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle or less of the temporary stop display mode, so that the delay time is further shortened. It is possible to suppress the inconvenience of being delayed more than the set time.

  Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful, a display unit capable of displaying identification information for identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit, and the identification displayed on the display unit. A temporary stop period including the set time in which information is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle In the gaming machine having the display control means for displaying in the fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result after the dynamic display in the dynamic display mode set is set to the dynamic display mode Display management means for notifying that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time has been displayed, and the display control means that the set time has passed based on the set time having passed. A temporary stop display based on the notification of time setting means elapses from the time management means to notify that the set time has elapsed and the display management means has indicated that the setting display mode has been displayed. A game machine D4, comprising: a confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information displayed in the form in the confirmation stop display form.

  According to the gaming machine D4, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful is displayed on the display unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. After dynamic display in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the determination result. The display management means notifies that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the dynamic display mode is displayed. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. The set time is notified from the time management means, and the identification information displayed in the temporary stop display form is confirmed in the fixed stop display form based on the notification that the setting display form is displayed by the display management means. A fixed stop is made by the stopping means. Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.

  In the gaming machine D4, the fixed stop means forcibly, when no notification is received from the display management means even after a predetermined time has elapsed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The gaming machine D5 is characterized in that the identification information is stopped and displayed in the fixed stop display mode.

  According to the gaming machine D5, in addition to the effects produced by the gaming machine D4, the following effects are produced. In other words, the confirmation stop means forcibly identifies the identification information in the confirmation stop display mode when there is no notification from the display management means even after a predetermined time has passed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The stop display is made by the fixed stop means. Accordingly, it is possible to suppress a problem that the identification information is not fixedly stopped even if the set time is greatly exceeded. Therefore, the identification information is not confirmed and stopped, and the trouble that confuses the player can be suppressed.

  One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, wherein the gaming machine is a pachinko gaming machine. Above all, the basic configuration of a pachinko gaming machine is provided with an operation handle, and a ball is launched into a predetermined game area according to the operation of the operation handle, and the ball is placed in an operation port disposed at a predetermined position in the game area. As a necessary condition for winning a prize (or passing through the operating port), the identification information dynamically displayed on the display device is confirmed and stopped after a predetermined time. In addition, when a special gaming state occurs, a variable winning device (specific winning opening) disposed at a predetermined position in the gaming area is opened in a predetermined manner so that a ball can be won, and a value corresponding to the number of winnings is obtained. Examples include those to which values (including data written on magnetic cards as well as premium balls) are given.

  One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, wherein the gaming machine is a slot machine. Above all, the basic configuration of the slot machine is “equipped with variable display means for confirming and displaying the identification information after dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information, and for operating the starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). As a result, the dynamic display of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (stop button) or after a predetermined time has elapsed. The game machine is provided with special game state generating means for generating a special game state advantageous to the player on the condition that the confirmed identification information is specific identification information. In this case, examples of the game media include coins and medals.

One of the gaming machines A1 to A3, B1 to B3, C1 to C2, and D1 to D5, the gaming machine is a combination of a pachinko gaming machine and a slot machine. Among them, the basic configuration of the merged gaming machine includes “a variable display means for confirming and displaying the identification information after dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information, and a starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). Due to the operation of the identification information, the change of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the operation means for stop (for example, the stop button) or when a predetermined time elapses. Special game state generating means for generating a special game state advantageous to the player on the condition that the fixed identification information at the time of stoppage is specific identification information, and using a ball as a game medium, and the identification information The game machine is configured such that a predetermined number of balls are required at the start of the dynamic display, and a large number of balls are paid out when the special gaming state occurs.
<Others>
Conventionally, in the gaming machine that displays the left, middle, and right special symbols in a variable manner and notifies the game success / failure determination result, after the special symbols are variably displayed, it is temporarily stopped until the final stop, A game machine that is configured to maintain the expectation of the game by causing the player to have a strong sense of expectation as if the display of fluctuation continues further until just before the end of the fluctuation is proposed. (For example, Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2002-153640).
In this type of pachinko machine, there is a problem that the display of the swinging variation causes variations in the stop mode at the end of the variation, causing the player to feel uncomfortable when the variation is stopped.
This technical idea was made in order to solve the above-described problems and the like, and to provide a gaming machine that reduces a player from feeling uncomfortable in the game.
<Means>
In order to achieve this object, the gaming machine of the technical idea 1 has identification information that can identify the success / failure determination unit that executes the determination of the success / failure of the game based on the establishment of the lottery condition and the determination result of the success / failure by the determination unit. A predetermined setting time is set for the identification information displayed on the display means and the identification information displayed on the display means, and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. Display control means for displaying the identification information indicating the determination result after dynamic display in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including the set time to be displayed is displayed in the temporary stop display mode. And a time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has elapsed based on the set time elapses, and that the set time has elapsed from the time management means. Based on what is known, the stoppage for displaying the identification information in a fixed stop display mode similar to the specific display mode displayed at a predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode, and the setting by the time management unit When the passage of time is notified, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. And a delay means for delaying.
The gaming machine of the technical idea 2 is preset in the gaming machine of the technical idea 1 so that the dynamic display mode is displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the lapse of the set time. It is what.
In the gaming machine of technical idea 3, in the gaming machine of technical idea 1 or 2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle of the temporary stop display mode.
The gaming machine of the technical idea 4 includes a determination unit for determining whether or not a game is successful based on the establishment of a lottery condition, and a display unit capable of displaying identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode indicating that a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. Display control means for performing dynamic display in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including the set time to be set is set, and then displaying in a fixed stop display mode indicating the success / failure determination result. Display management means for notifying that a setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the display mode has been displayed, and the display control means indicating that the set time has elapsed based on the elapse of the set time A time management means for notification to the time management means, and the time management means notifies that the set time has elapsed, and the display management means notifies that the setting display mode is displayed. A confirmation stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information displayed in the stop display mode in the fixed stop display mode.
The gaming machine according to the technical idea 5 is the gaming machine according to the technical idea 4, wherein the fixed stop means displays the display even if a predetermined time has elapsed after the time management means notifies that the set time has elapsed. When there is no notification from the management means, the identification information is forcibly stopped and displayed in the fixed stop display mode.
<Effect>
According to the gaming machine described in the technical idea 1, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, the identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is correct is displayed on the display unit. A setting for displaying the identification information displayed on the display means in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant cycle. After dynamic display is performed in a dynamic display mode in which a temporary stop period including time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the result of the determination.
Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. Based on the notification that the set time has passed from the time management means, the fixed stop means makes a fixed stop in the fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. When the lapse of the set time is notified by the time management means, when the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is displayed until the identification information is displayed in the specific display mode. Meanwhile, it is delayed by the delay means.
Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, there is an effect that it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.
According to the gaming machine described in the technical idea 2, in addition to the effect produced by the gaming machine described in the technical idea 1, the dynamic display mode is displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the passage of the set time. Since the preset information is set in advance, when the set time has elapsed, the identification information can be smoothly stopped in the fixed stop display mode to efficiently execute the game process.
According to the gaming machine described in the technical idea 3, in addition to the effect produced by the gaming machine described in the technical idea 1 or 2, the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle or less of the temporary stop display mode. Therefore, the delay time can be further shortened, and there is an effect that it is possible to suppress a problem that the delay is delayed more than the set time.
According to the gaming machine described in the technical idea 4, based on the establishment of the lottery condition, identification information that can identify the result of the determination by the determination unit for determining whether or not the game is correct is displayed on the display unit. The identification information displayed on the display means is displayed in a temporary stop display mode in which a predetermined set time is set and the identification information is temporarily stopped by repeating a regular dynamic display mode at a constant period. After dynamic display in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time is set, the display control unit displays the identification information indicating the determination result.
The display management means notifies that the setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the dynamic display mode is displayed. Based on the elapse of the set time, the time management means notifies the display control means that the set time has elapsed. The set time is notified from the time management means, and the identification information displayed in the temporary stop display form is confirmed in the fixed stop display form based on the notification that the setting display form is displayed by the display management means. A fixed stop is made by the stopping means.
Thereby, when the identification information is displayed in the fixed stop display mode, it is possible to suppress a problem that the display mode greatly changes. Therefore, there is an effect that it is possible to reduce giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game.
According to the gaming machine described in the technical idea 5, in addition to the effects produced by the gaming machine described in the technical idea 4, the following effects can be achieved. In other words, the confirmation stop means forcibly identifies the identification information in the confirmation stop display mode when there is no notification from the display management means even after a predetermined time has passed since the time management means is notified of the passage of the set time. The stop display is made by the fixed stop means.
Accordingly, it is possible to suppress a problem that the identification information is not fixedly stopped even if the set time is greatly exceeded. Therefore, the identification information is not confirmed and stopped, and there is an effect that it is possible to suppress problems that confuse the player.

10 Pachinko machines (game machines)
81 3rd symbol display device (display means)
113 Sound lamp control means (secondary control means)
114 Display control device (display control means)
201 MPU (win / fail judgment means)
S209 (time management means)
S307, S309 (dynamic display mode determining means)
S3011 (Fixed stop means)
S3030 (delay means)
S3220 (display management means)

Claims (5)

Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a success / failure determination means for performing a determination of the success / failure of the game,
A display unit capable of displaying identification information capable of identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit; and a predetermined set time for the identification information displayed on the display unit. After the dynamic display mode is dynamically displayed in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time to be displayed in the temporary stop display mode indicating that the temporary stop is repeated and the temporary stop is displayed, the success / failure determination result In a gaming machine having display control means for displaying with the identification information indicating
A time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has elapsed based on the set time elapses;
Based on the notification that the set time has elapsed from the time management means, the identification information is stopped and displayed in a fixed stop display mode that approximates the specific display mode displayed at the predetermined timing of the temporary stop display mode. Definite stop means
When the lapse of the set time is notified by the time management means, if the temporary stop display mode of the identification information is not the specific display mode, the stop display by the fixed stop unit is identified in the specific display mode. A game machine comprising delay means for delaying until information is displayed.   The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the dynamic display mode is set in advance so as to be displayed in the specific stop display mode corresponding to the elapse of the set time.   The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the delay time delayed by the delay means is set within one cycle of the temporary stop display mode. Based on the establishment of the lottery condition, a success / failure determination means for performing a determination of the success / failure of the game,
A display unit capable of displaying identification information capable of identifying the result of the determination by the determination unit; and a predetermined set time for the identification information displayed on the display unit. After the dynamic display mode is dynamically displayed in the dynamic display mode in which the temporary stop period including the set time to be displayed in the temporary stop display mode indicating that the temporary stop is repeated and the temporary stop is displayed, the success / failure determination result In a gaming machine having display control means for displaying in a fixed stop display mode indicating
Display management means for notifying that a setting display mode corresponding to the set time set in the dynamic display mode is displayed;
A time management means for notifying the display control means that the set time has elapsed based on the set time elapses;
The time management means is notified that the set time has elapsed, and the display management means is notified that the setting display mode is displayed, and the temporary stop display mode is displayed. A game machine comprising: a definite stop means for stopping and displaying the identification information in the definite stop display mode.   The confirmation stopping means forcibly determines the identification information if the notification is not received from the display management means even if a predetermined time has elapsed since the passage of the set time is notified from the time management means. The gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein the game machine is stopped and displayed in a stop display mode.

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