JP4849679B2 - Game equipment - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention provides a first control for paying out game media from a payout means provided in a gaming machine that is provided corresponding to a gaming machine and performs processing for paying out game media. The present invention relates to a gaming apparatus provided with a control unit that performs second control for paying out game media from payout means provided in a gaming machine.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, as shown in Patent Document 1, a gaming device is provided corresponding to a gaming machine and performs processing for paying out gaming media, and accepts cash and pays gaming media from the gaming device. It is known that it can be used for a cash machine to be issued and a CR machine for receiving a prepaid card and paying out a game medium from a gaming machine connected to the gaming machine. In this gaming machine, the ball payout unit and the CR communication unit can be replaced, and the control board of the gaming machine can be either a ball payout unit or a CR communication unit depending on the type of response signal from the attached unit. If it is recognized as a ball payout unit, a cash machine processing program is executed, and if it is recognized as a CR communication unit, a CR machine processing program is executed.

  Also, as shown in Patent Document 2, a game medium supply device capable of operating for a cash machine and operating for a CR machine is known as in Patent Document 1. In this game medium supply device, a lending ball supply nozzle unit having a nozzle for supplying game media paid out from the game medium supply device to a gaming machine can be mounted, and when the unit is mounted The changeover switch is manually turned on, the connector of the attached unit is connected to a socket provided in the control unit of the game medium supply device, or the attached unit is provided in the game medium supply device When the switch is pressed, the unit attachment is recognized. When the unit attachment is recognized, the cash machine process is executed. When the unit attachment is not recognized, the CR machine process is executed.

JP 2003-79922 A (FIGS. 10 and 12, paragraphs 0117, 0118, 0122) JP-A-9-271576 (FIGS. 3, 10, and 11, paragraphs 0024, 0057, and 0058)

  Currently, pachinko machines, which are examples of gaming machines, are based on commands from gaming machines (card units) that are manufactured and sold by card companies and that perform the second control. CR pachinko machines that pay out game media (game balls) according to value are widely used. On the other hand, for a pachislot machine that is an example of a gaming machine, a CR pachislot machine corresponding to the gaming machine that performs the second control has not yet become widespread, and the gaming machine that performs the first control (medal sand Are manufactured and sold by the card company or a non-card company other than the card company. However, as CR machines become popular for pachislot machines in the future, a medal sand for performing the second control is required. In this case, considering the cost burden of the game hall, it is desirable to switch the control of the existing medal sand from the first control to the second control instead of newly introducing the medal sand for performing the second control. .

  However, although the method shown in Patent Document 1 is suitable for medal sand of a non-card company, it is not suitable for medal sand of a card company. That is, in Patent Document 1, when operating for a CR machine, the ball payout unit provided separately from the control board is replaced with a CR communication unit. Since the card unit having the control unit for controlling is already manufactured and sold, the medal sand control unit also performs the second control as well as the first control (that is, the function of the CR communication unit). The control part already has). Therefore, in the method of Patent Document 1 in which a CR communication unit is newly provided separately from such a control unit, there is a problem that the manufacturing cost increases.

  In addition, it is possible to change the operation mode with the medal sand manufactured by the card company by manually switching the changeover switch or by installing / not installing the lending ball supply nozzle unit as in the method described in Patent Document 2. There is a problem that it is not possible to perform the desired switching if the switch is switched incorrectly or the rental ball supply nozzle unit is not properly installed.

  The present invention has been made based on such a background, and an object thereof is to provide a first control (for the cash machine) provided for a gaming machine and for paying out a game medium from a payout means. And a control unit for performing a second control (corresponding to the operation for the CR machine) for paying out game media from the payout means provided in the corresponding gaming machine. An object of the present invention is to ensure that the operation mode can be reliably switched without trouble.

  The present invention adopts the following means in order to solve the above problems. The reference numerals used in the description of the best mode for carrying out the invention and the drawings to be described later are appended in parentheses for reference, but the constituent elements of the present invention are not limited to the appended description.

First, the invention according to claim 1
A valuable value indicator (remaining frequency indicator 14) which includes a plurality of segment indicators (14a to 14c) and displays the magnitude (remaining frequency) of the valuable value corresponding to the value specified from the value medium (prepaid card 3). ) Provided corresponding to a gaming machine (pachislot machine 10),
A strobe signal line (DG1 signal line to DG3 signal line) that is a signal line for transmitting a strobe signal for lighting control of the valuable value display to the gaming machine;
A display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) which is a signal line for transmitting a display data signal for controlling the lighting of the valuable value indicator to the gaming machine;
The strobe signal is transmitted through the strobe signal line and the display data signal is transmitted through the display data signal line, and the plurality of segment indicators are controlled by a combination of the transmitted strobe signal and the display data signal. Dynamic lighting control means (LED driving circuit 212) for controlling dynamic lighting of the valuable value indicator by selectively controlling lighting;
By connecting a payout means (payout device 30) for paying out game media (medals), the game medium is paid out and lent out from the payout means within a value range specified from the value medium (banknote 2). The first control (operation for a cash machine) is performed, and the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10B) is connected, so that the connection is made within the value range specified from the value medium (prepaid card 3). As the second control (operation for the CR machine) for paying out and lending game media from the gaming machine, a number (5) of game media corresponding to a predetermined unit amount (105 yen = 1 frequency) is used. A gaming device having a control unit (21) for performing a unit lending process for lending and a fraction lending process for lending game media corresponding to a fractional amount less than the unit amount (the second embodiment and Medal sand according to the modification A 0),
The control unit has a connection terminal (22) to which the payout means is connected,
A control switching means (conversion adapter 40) can be connected to the connection terminal instead of the payout means,
Based on the fact that the payout means is connected to the connection terminal, the payout means transmits a payout means connection signal indicating that the payout means is connected to the control unit, and the game stored in the payout means When the medium runs out, an empty signal indicating that is sent to the control unit,
The control switching means, based on being connected to the connection terminal, transmits a control switching signal different in form from at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal to the control unit,
The control unit, on the basis of the payout unit connection signal and the empty signal, the first control and performs the switching between the second control condition of the reception of the control switching signal from the control switching means As the unit lending process, using a lending command signal line (BRQ signal line) that transmits a signal that commands lending of the gaming media to the connected gaming machine, as the unit lending process, While performing a process of transmitting a lending command signal that commands lending of game media corresponding to the unit amount, and performing the fraction lending process, the strobe signal non-transmission period (T4 ′ period), The display data signal line is used to perform a process of transmitting a fraction game medium number signal (fractional number signal) indicating the number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount to the connected gaming machine. Play It is a technical device.

The invention according to claim 2
A gaming device (medal sand 20) according to claim 1 ,
The payout means (the payout device 30) shows a single polarity as the empty signal when game media (medals) are stored in the payout means, and no game media is stored in the payout means. A signal indicating a polarity opposite to the one polarity is transmitted to a predetermined terminal of the control unit (21);
The control switching means (conversion adapter 40) is a control switching signal having a form different from that of the empty signal, and a signal that repeats one polarity and opposite polarity every predetermined time, and the control unit to which the empty signal is input. A gaming apparatus characterized by transmitting to a terminal .

The invention according to claim 3
A valuable value indicator (remaining frequency indicator 14) which includes a plurality of segment indicators (14a to 14c) and displays the magnitude (remaining frequency) of the valuable value corresponding to the value specified from the value medium (prepaid card 3). ) Provided corresponding to a gaming machine (pachislot machine 10),
A strobe signal line (DG1 signal line to DG3 signal line) that is a signal line for transmitting a strobe signal for lighting control of the valuable value display to the gaming machine;
A display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) which is a signal line for transmitting a display data signal for controlling the lighting of the valuable value indicator to the gaming machine;
The strobe signal is transmitted through the strobe signal line and the display data signal is transmitted through the display data signal line, and the plurality of segment indicators are controlled by a combination of the transmitted strobe signal and the display data signal. Dynamic lighting control means (LED driving circuit 212) for controlling dynamic lighting of the valuable value indicator by selectively controlling lighting;
By connecting a payout means (payout device 30) for paying out game media (medals), the game medium is paid out and lent out from the payout means within a value range specified from the value medium (banknote 2). The first control (operation for a cash machine) is performed, and the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10B) is connected, so that the connection is made within the value range specified from the value medium (prepaid card 3). As the second control (operation for the CR machine) for paying out and lending game media from the gaming machine, a number (5) of game media corresponding to a predetermined unit amount (105 yen = 1 frequency) is used. A gaming device having a control unit (21) for performing a unit lending process for lending and a fraction lending process for lending game media corresponding to a fractional amount less than the unit amount (the second embodiment and Medal sand according to the modification A 0),
The control unit has a connection terminal (22) to which the payout means is connected,
A control switching means (conversion adapter 40) can be connected to the connection terminal instead of the payout means,
Based on the fact that the payout means is connected to the connection terminal, the payout means transmits a payout means connection signal indicating that the payout means is connected to the control unit, and the game stored in the payout means When the medium becomes less than a predetermined amount, a near empty signal indicating that is sent to the control unit,
The control switching means, based on being connected to the connection terminal, transmits a control switching signal different in form from at least one of the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal to the control unit ,
The control unit switches between the first control and the second control based on the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal, and receives the control switching signal from the control switching means. As a condition, a loan command signal line (BRQ signal line) that performs the second control and transmits a signal for commanding lending of the game medium to the connected gaming machine is used as the unit lending process. In addition to performing a process of transmitting a lending command signal for instructing lending of game media corresponding to the unit amount, and performing the fraction lending process, during the non-transmission period (T4 ′ period) of the strobe signal, Using the display data signal line, a process of transmitting a fraction game medium number signal (fraction signal number signal) indicating the number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount to the connected gaming machine is performed. You This is a gaming device.

The invention according to claim 4
A gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) according to any one of claims 1 to 3 ,
The said control part (21) is the said unit amount as said 1st control (operation for cash machines) on the condition that the said payment means (payout apparatus 30) is connected to the said connection terminal (22). A process for paying out and lending game media (medals) corresponding to the number from the payout means, and a process for paying out and lending game media equivalent to the fractional amount from the payout means A gaming device characterized by the above.

The invention according to claim 4
A gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) according to any one of claims 1 to 3 ,
Panel with supply passage having a game medium supply passage (nozzle 31a) for supplying game media (medals) paid out from the payout means (payout device 30) to the corresponding gaming machine (pachislot machine 10A) The (nozzle-equipped panel 31) can be mounted on the front surface, and the no-supply-channel panel (no-nozzle panel 41) without the game medium supply passage can be mounted on the front surface, and the non-supply-channel panel is mounted. A detection means (panel detection switch 42) for detecting this,
The control unit (21) detects that the panel without supply passage is mounted by the detection means, and receives the control switching signal from the control switching means (conversion adapter 40), on the condition that A gaming apparatus characterized by performing second control (operation for a CR machine).

The invention according to claim 5
The gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) according to any one of claims 1 to 4 ,
Panel with supply passage having a game medium supply passage (nozzle 31a) for supplying game media (medals) paid out from the payout means (payout device 30) to the corresponding gaming machine (pachislot machine 10A) (Nozzle-equipped panel 31) can be mounted on the front side, and a no-passage-channel panel (no-nozzle panel 41) without the game medium supply path can be mounted on the front side.
When the panel without supply passage is mounted in a state where the control switching means (conversion adapter 40) is connected to the connection terminal (28), it reaches from the front of the gaming device to the inside, and the player's property The gaming device is characterized in that a storage space in which a player can be placed is formed (by the storage space portion 41b).

First, according to the gaming apparatus according to claim 1 , at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal that the payout means transmits to the control unit simply by connecting the control switching means to the connection terminal instead of the payout means. Since the control switching signal having a different form from the one is transmitted from the control switching means to the control unit, and the operation mode is switched to the second control, the control unit that performs the first control and the second control. Even if it is a game apparatus provided with, operation mode can be switched reliably without a trouble.
Further, the operation mode is switched based on the two types of signals output by the payout means, and the operation mode is switched to the second control on the condition that the control switching signal is received. The risk of switching from the control to the second control is reduced.
Further, as a second control, when performing fraction lending processing, display data included in a signal line connecting a conventional gaming machine having a valuable value display and a conventional gaming device corresponding to the gaming machine. Since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted through the signal line during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal, and the gaming machine side It is not necessary to change the interface, and the number of game media indicated by the fraction game medium number signal can be lent in the fraction-compatible game machine, and compatibility with conventional game machines can be ensured. In addition, since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the display of the valuable value display is not affected.

Further, according to the gaming device of claim 2 , when the payout means is connected, an empty signal that continuously presents one polarity or reverse polarity, and a pulse that repeats one polarity and reverse polarity every predetermined time. By using a signal, a control switching signal can be obtained.

According to the gaming apparatus of the third aspect , at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal that the payout means transmits to the control unit simply by connecting the control switching means to the connection terminal instead of the payout means. Since the control switching signal having a different form from the one is transmitted from the control switching means to the control unit, and the operation mode is switched to the second control, the control unit that performs the first control and the second control. Even if it is a game apparatus provided with, operation mode can be switched reliably without a trouble.
Further, based on the two kinds of signals payout means outputs is performed switching of the operation mode, the condition of the reception of the control switching signal, the operation mode is switched to the second control, first by chance The risk of switching from the control to the second control is reduced.
Further, as a second control, when performing fraction lending processing, display data included in a signal line connecting a conventional gaming machine having a valuable value display and a conventional gaming device corresponding to the gaming machine. Since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted through the signal line during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal, and the gaming machine side It is not necessary to change the interface, and the number of game media indicated by the fraction game medium number signal can be lent in the fraction-compatible game machine, and compatibility with conventional game machines can be ensured. In addition, since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the display of the valuable value display is not affected.

According to the gaming apparatus of the fourth aspect , even when the payout means is connected, a number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount can be paid out and loaned from the payout means.

According to the gaming apparatus of claim 5 , since the operation mode is not switched to the second control when the panel with the supply passage is attached, the player can operate the operation mode by having the supply passage. Is not misunderstood as the first control.

Furthermore, according to the gaming apparatus of the sixth aspect , the storage space in which the player's property can be placed in the space generated by connecting the control switching means smaller than the payout means instead of the payout means. As a result, the convenience of the player is improved.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) according to the present invention is provided corresponding to the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10) as shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, and is specified from the value medium (banknote 2, prepaid card 3). The processing for paying out and lending the game medium (medal) within the range of the value to be performed is performed.

  The gaming device (medal sand 20) performs the operation for the cash machine which is the first control for paying out and lending the game medium from the payout means (paying device 30) provided in the gaming device. A controller 21 that performs operation for the CR machine, which is the second control for paying out and lending game media from the payout means (medal payout device 13) provided in the connected gaming machine (pachislot machine 10B). I have it.

  In this game medium lending (that is, lending process), an indirect tax amount for the amount used for the lending process is collected. Hereinafter, the sum of the used amount and the indirect tax amount is referred to as a “loan usage amount”. . The indirect tax is, for example, a consumption tax, but may be a game tax that may be introduced in the future. Here, as shown in FIG. 1, the consumption tax rate is 5% in this example, and is set by the center server 5 provided in the card company that issues the prepaid card 3, and is set in the system computer 4 provided in the game hall. Distributed to the medal sand 20 and stored. The medal sand 20 is divided into a predetermined amount of money (100 yen here), a predetermined lending amount of one medal (20 yen here), and the stored consumption tax rate. Based on this, the unit amount (105 yen here), which is a one-time amount including the consumption tax amount, and the loan amount of one medal including the consumption tax amount (21 yen here) are calculated and stored.

  Then, the control unit 21 uses the number corresponding to a predetermined unit amount (105 yen = 1 frequency) (here, 5 sheets) as the operation for the CR machine that is the second control, and hereinafter referred to as “unit number”. A unit lending process for lending game media and a number of game media corresponding to a fractional amount less than the unit amount (here, less than 5 and hereinafter referred to as “fractional number”). A fraction lending process for lending is performed. When this fraction lending process is performed, a fraction game medium number signal (fractional number signal) indicating the fractional number is a gaming machine (pachislot machine 10B) connected from the gaming device to the gaming device, The number of game media indicated by the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted to a fraction-compatible game machine that can be lent.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 18, the gaming apparatus uses a lending command signal line (BRQ signal line) that transmits a signal that commands lending of game media to the connected gaming machine. The medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal to the gaming machine, and a valuable value indicator (see FIG. 28 and FIG. 31) provided in the connected gaming machine. Using the display data signal line for lighting control of the remaining number indicator 14), the fraction game medium signal is sent to the gaming machine during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal for lighting control of the valuable value indicator. And the medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment.

  The medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment includes two embodiments having different timings for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal (fraction number signal) from the gaming device to the gaming machine. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10, a form (first embodiment) in which the fractional number signal (S11 to S12) is transmitted before transmission of the loan request signal (S15) and a loan as shown in FIG. And a mode of transmitting the fractional number signals (S13 ′ to S14 ′) after transmitting the request signal (S11 ′) (modified example of the first embodiment).

  In addition, the medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment includes two embodiments in which a method of transmitting / receiving a fraction lending request signal, a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal, and a fraction lending command signal (so-called handshake), which will be described later, is different. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 28, a form (second embodiment) for transmitting / receiving a fraction lending request signal, a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal, and a fraction lending command signal via the display data signal line, and FIG. As shown in FIG. 4, a mode of transmitting / receiving a fraction lending request signal, a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal, and a fraction lending command signal via the BRQ signal line and the EXS signal line (variation of the second embodiment) is included. .

  In the following, the first embodiment will be described first, then only the differences from the first embodiment will be described for the modification of the first embodiment, and then the second embodiment will be different from the first embodiment Only the differences between the second embodiment and the second embodiment will be described, and finally other modifications will be described. In the following, “DB” for the database, “R / W” for the reader / writer, “S” for the step, “SU” for each step performed by the medal sand 20, and processing performed by the pachislot machine 10. Each step is abbreviated as “SP”.

[1. Medal Sand 20 According to the First Embodiment]
First, a gaming system 1 including a medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. In this gaming system 1, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, banknotes 2 and prepaid cards 3 are used.

  The banknote 2 is an example of a value medium, and a medal is lent by using the value specified from the banknote 2 (that is, the amount of the banknote 2). The banknote 2 here is a 1000 yen banknote, as shown in FIGS. The banknote 2 can be accepted at any time during the operation of the amusement hall in the medal sand 20 that performs the operation for the cash machine that is the first control, but the operation for the CR machine that is the second control. The medal sand 20 that is used can be accepted only when the medal sand 20 accepts the prepaid card 3 during the game hall business (that is, deposit is possible), and cannot be accepted when the prepaid card 3 is not accepted ( That is, it is impossible to deposit money).

  The prepaid card 3 is also an example of a value medium, and medals are lent by using the remaining card amount that is the value specified from the prepaid card 3. In this prepaid card 3, a card ID capable of individually identifying the prepaid card 3 and the card remaining amount are recorded as information for specifying the card remaining amount. This prepaid card 3 is formed by forming a recording area (not shown) in which a card ID, a card balance, etc. are recorded at a predetermined part of a thin plastic plate having a rectangular shape. As an IC card on which a non-contact type integrated circuit (IC chip) having a nonvolatile EEPROM is mounted. The prepaid card 3 is associated with the card ID of the issued prepaid card 3 in the remaining amount management DB of the system controller 4 when the banknote 2 is received and the card issuance process is performed in a card vending machine (not shown). After the amount of the accepted banknote 2 is stored as a card balance, the card balance is recorded and issued on the prepaid card 3 with the card ID. This prepaid card 3 can be accepted at any time in the medal sandwich 20 that operates for the CR machine as the second control, except when it is already accepted during the operation of the game hall. The medal sand 20 that performs the operation for the cash machine, which is the first control, cannot be accepted.

  As shown in FIG. 1, a plurality of gaming systems 1 including a pachislot machine 10 and a medal sand 20 are arranged in a game hall. In this amusement hall, a system controller 4 capable of communicating with the medal sand 20 is provided. In addition, a center server 5 capable of communicating with the system controller 4 is provided outside the game hall (for example, a card company that issues the prepaid card 3).

  The center server 5 is a computer having a display and an input device that function as a consumption tax rate setting means for setting a consumption tax rate. In the center server 5, when the consumption tax rate setting process is executed, a consumption tax rate setting screen as shown in the figure is displayed on the display. On this consumption tax rate setting screen, by inputting the consumption tax rate (here, 5%) by operating the input device and operating the “set” button, the consumption tax rate is set according to the input content.

  The set consumption tax rate is transmitted to and stored in the system controller 4 and further transmitted to and stored in the medal sand 20 in response to a request from the medal sand 20. Then, as described above, the medal sand 20 calculates a unit amount (here, 105 yen) including a consumption tax amount and a loan amount (21 yen here) of a medal including the consumption tax amount. And remember. The calculated value stored here is used to specify the loan frequency and fractional amount and the number of fractional pieces in the cash machine operation that is the first control, and the CR machine that is the second control. This is used to specify the remaining frequency and fractional amount and to specify the fractional number in the operation of the system.

  The system controller 4 is a computer provided with a sales management DB and a balance management DB. In the sales management DB, each medal sand 20 is associated with a unit ID that can be individually identified, and the sales amount (tax-excluded amount) and the consumption tax amount are stored as the lending usage amount used for lending in each medal sand 20. Are managed. The management content of this sales management DB includes a unit ID, a card ID, and a loan usage amount (including tax) used for the loan from the medal sand 20 on which the loan processing (unit loan processing and / or fractional loan processing) has been performed. Lending information (SU144 in FIG. 12) is transmitted, the lending usage amount and the stored consumption tax rate with respect to the sales amount and consumption tax amount stored in association with the unit ID. The sales amount and consumption tax amount calculated based on the above are added and updated.

  In the balance management DB, the card balance recorded in each prepaid card 3 is stored and managed in association with the card ID of each prepaid card 3. The management content of the balance management DB includes a unit ID, a card ID, and a loan usage amount (including tax) used for the loan from the medal sand 20 on which the loan processing (unit loan processing and / or fractional loan processing) has been performed. Each time lending information (SU144 in FIG. 12) is transmitted, the loan usage amount is subtracted and updated from the remaining card amount stored in association with the card ID. Further, the management content of the remaining amount management DB is associated with the card ID every time the deposit information including the card ID and the deposit amount (SU164 in FIG. 13) is transmitted from the medal sand 20 on which the deposit process has been performed. The deposit amount is added and updated with respect to the remaining card amount.

  Further, based on the fact that the verification request including the card ID of the prepaid card 3 and the remaining amount of the card is received from the medal sand 20 that has received the prepaid card 3, the system controller 4 determines the card ID included in the received verification request. A matching process is performed to determine whether or not the remaining card amount stored in the remaining amount management DB in association with the remaining card amount included in the received matching request matches. As a result of the collation processing, when it is determined that they match, the collation OK collation result information is returned to the medal sand 20, and when it is determined that they do not coincide, the collation NG collation result information is displayed as the medal sand. Reply to 20

  The pachislot machine 10 provided corresponding to the medal sand 20 is an example of a gaming machine, and a game can be performed by using a medal as a game medium as the number of bets. One game is completed when the display result of the variable display device to be variably displayed is derived and displayed. The pachislot machine 10 is arranged in accordance with the model and the like on a game island (not shown) provided in the game hall.

  Among the pachislot machines 10, the pachislot machine 10A shown in FIG. 2A is a so-called cash machine, and is connected to the adjacent medal sand 20 as shown in FIG. 4A. However, the game is performed using medals paid out and lent out from the payout device 30 provided in the medal sand 20 within the range of the amount of the bill 2 inserted in the medal sand 20. On the other hand, the pachislot machine 10B shown in FIG. 2B is a so-called CR machine, and is connected to the adjacent medal sand 20 as shown in FIG. The game is performed using medals paid out and lent out from the medal paying device 13 provided in the pachislot machine 10B within the range of the remaining amount of the card specified from the record information of the prepaid card 3 inserted into the card. is there. Hereinafter, when the pachislot machine 10A and the pachislot machine 10B are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as “pachislot machine 10”.

  Here, the pachislot machine 10A, which is a cash machine, includes a game control board 11, a payout control board 12, and a medal payout device 13 and the like that are connected as shown in FIG. 4A. The pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine, includes a game control board 11, a payout control board 12, a medal payout device 13 and the like that are connected as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 4B, a remaining frequency indicator 14, a loan button 15 and a return button 16 are provided on the front surface thereof, and these are connected as shown in FIG.

  The game control board 11 controls the gaming state in the pachislot machine 10. The payout control board 12 is connected to the medal payout device 13 and controls the medal payout device 13. As shown in FIG. 4B, the payout control board 12 is communicably connected to a later-described lending communication unit 21a of the medal sand 20 in a pachislot machine 10B that is a CR machine, and a lending process described later is performed. In this case, signals relating to medal lending are exchanged between the pachislot machine 10 and the medal sand 20. The medal payout device 13 functions as a payout means for paying out medals given to the player as a result of the game. In the pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine, the medal payout device 13 pays out medals lent to the player after performing a lending process.

  Here, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine, is an example of game medium lending processing means for performing a process of lending game media, and is connected from a medal sand 20 connected thereto via a BRQ signal line to be described later. Then, as shown in S5 of FIG. 9, a unit number lending process for lending the unit number of medals is performed based on the reception of the lending command signal for instructing lending of the unit number (five) medals. Specifically, a process of outputting a payout command for paying out the unit number of medals to the medal payout device 13 is performed.

  Also, the payout control board 12 functioning as a game medium lending processing means receives the fractional number signal from the connected medal sand 20 via the BRQ signal line described later, as shown in S11 to S12 of FIG. At the same time, as shown in S17, based on the reception of the lending command for the fractional number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal by the lending command signal, the fractional number lending process for lending the fractional number of medals is performed. Specifically, a process of outputting a payout command for paying out the fractional number of medals to the medal payout device 13 is performed.

  The remaining frequency indicator 14 is an example of a valuable value indicator, and includes a plurality of segment indicators (here, a three-digit seven-segment indicator), and a value (card remaining amount) specified from a value medium (prepaid card 3). ) Is displayed, and the fractional amount is displayed.

  In the remaining frequency indicator 14, as shown in FIG. 4B, the loan communication unit is connected to the loan communication unit 21a via a frequency display signal line provided via an LED drive circuit (not shown). By inputting a frequency display signal indicating the remaining frequency or fractional amount from 21a, the remaining frequency or fractional amount is displayed. The remaining frequency included in the frequency display signal is an integer part of the quotient calculated by the control unit 21 using the equation “card balance / unit amount (ie, 105 yen)”, and the fractional amount is calculated using the same equation. The remainder of the quotient. For example, when the remaining card amount is 1000 yen, 1000 yen / 105 yen = the remaining frequency is calculated as 9 degrees and the fractional value is calculated as 55 yen.

  Here, when the remaining frequency is 1 or more, the remaining frequency is displayed on the remaining frequency display 14. Specifically, the frequency display is performed on the hundreds of segment display to the first segment display. The remaining number included in the signal is displayed. On the other hand, when the remaining frequency is 0, the “H” character indicating that the fractional amount is displayed is displayed on the hundreds segment display, and the tenth and first digits are displayed. The calculated fractional amount (here, 55 yen) is displayed on the segment display.

  The remaining frequency indicator 14 is the same as the remaining frequency indicator 14 (see FIG. 21) in the second embodiment, and the dynamic lighting control is performed similarly to the second embodiment, which will be described later. To do.

  The lending button 15 is a button for accepting a lending operation for performing lending processing using a card remaining amount specified from the prepaid card 3 accepted by the medal sand 20 from the player. When the lending button 15 is operated, as shown in FIG. 4B, the lending button 15 is provided via a lending input signal line provided via a detection circuit (not shown) between the lending communication unit 21a. When the lending input signal is output from 15 and the detection circuit detects the input of the lending input signal, the control unit 21 recognizes that the lending button 15 has been operated.

  The return button 16 is a button for accepting a return operation for returning the prepaid card 3 accepted by the medal sand 20 from the player. When the return button 16 is operated, as shown in FIG. 4A, the return button 16 is connected via a return input signal line provided via a detection circuit (not shown) between the lending communication unit 21a. When a return input signal is output from 16 and the detection circuit detects the input of the return input signal, the control unit 21 recognizes that the return button 16 has been operated.

  In this pachi-slot machine 10, when a medal is inserted and the bet number of one game is set, and the start lever is operated, variable display of the variable display device is started, and when the stop button is operated, each stop button is operated. Each reel of the corresponding variable display device stops and the display result of the variable display device is derived and displayed, so that one game is completed, and the display result is allowed to win by an internal lottery on the game control board 11 When the display result corresponds to the winning combination, the number of medals corresponding to the winning combination is paid out from the medal paying device 13 provided in the pachi-slot machine 10 according to the command of the payout control board 12.

  Next, the medal sand 20 will be described. The medal sand 20 is an example of a gaming device, and is provided corresponding to the pachislot machines 10A and 10B as shown in FIG. 2, and has a vertically long box shape as shown in FIGS. A bill insertion slot 31a, a card insertion slot 41a, a balance indicator 23, an opening door 20a, etc. are provided on the front surface, and a bill identification machine 31, a card R / W 41, a control unit 21, and a loan communication unit 21a are provided therein. , An external communication unit 21b, a connection terminal 22, a panel detection switch 43, a main body power source 20b, a dispenser power source 20c, and the like. The medal sand 20 can be individually identified by the unit ID.

  Here, the medal sand 20 provided corresponding to the pachislot machine 10A, which is a cash machine, is operated for a cash machine, and as shown in FIGS. 2 (a) and 3 (a), a panel with a nozzle is provided on the front surface thereof. 32 and a dispensing device 30 connected to the connection terminal 22 is provided therein as shown in FIGS. The medal sand 20 provided corresponding to the pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine, is operated for the CR machine. As shown in FIGS. 2 (b) and 3 (b), a nozzle-less panel 42 is provided on the front surface thereof. 3 (b) and 4 (b), a conversion adapter 40 connected to the connection terminal 22 is provided therein, and the lending communication unit 21a includes a pachislot machine 10B. Are connected to the payout control board 12.

  Each component provided in the medal sand 20 is connected as shown in FIG. 4 (a) when operated for a cash machine and as shown in FIG. 4 (b) when operated for a CR machine. Yes. In addition, about the component regarding the operation | use for cash machines, the code | symbol of the 30th series is attached | subjected, and the code | symbol of the 40th series is attached | subjected about the component related to the operation | use for CR machines.

  The opening door 20a is unlocked and locked by a key possessed by an attendant at the game hall, and is opened by rotating to the front with the right side as a fulcrum in the unlocked state. By opening, it becomes possible to supply medals to the payout device 30 by an attendant at the game hall. The main body power supply 20b supplies power for driving each component of the control unit 21, the bill validator 31, and the card R / W 41, as shown by a thick solid line in FIG. The payout device power supply 20c supplies power for driving the payout device 30 or the conversion adapter 40 connected to the connection terminal 22, as shown by a thick solid line in FIG.

  The control unit 21 includes a CPU, a RAM, a ROM, an EEPROM, and the like, and the processing program stored in the ROM is executed by the CPU using the RAM as a work area, whereby each component included in the medal sand 20 is configured. Various operations are performed by controlling the operation. The unit ID is stored in the EEPROM of the control unit 21. The function of the control unit 21 will be described later as a function related to {1} power-on processing and {2} function during business.

  The control unit 21 is provided with a loan communication unit 21a and an external communication unit 21b. The external communication unit 21 b is communicably connected to the system computer 4 and manages communication between the medal sand 20 and the system computer 4.

  As shown in FIG. 4A, the lending communication unit 21a is not connected to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10A when the corresponding pachislot machine 10 is a cash machine (pachislot machine 10A). On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 4B, the lending communication unit 21a can communicate with the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B when the corresponding pachislot machine 10 is a CR machine (pachislot machine 10B). It controls communication between the medal sand 20 that is connected and operates for the CR machine and the pachislot machine 10B that is the CR machine. A PSI signal line, a PRDY signal line, a BRDY signal line, a BRQ signal line, and an EXS signal line are provided between the lending communication unit 21a and the payout control board 12.

  The PSI signal line is a signal line for confirming the connection between the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B. By transmitting a connection confirmation signal via the PSI signal line, a game can be performed in the pachislot machine 10B.

  The PRDY signal line transmits a payout enable signal indicating that communication between the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 is possible (standby state) to the corresponding medal sand 20 from the pachislot machine 10B. It is a signal line. Specifically, as shown in S1 of FIGS. 9 and 10, when the voltage level applied to the PRDY signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, a payout enable signal is sent from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 Sent to.

  The BRDY signal line is a signal line for transmitting a lending possible signal from the medal sand 20 to the corresponding pachislot machine 10B when there is a lending operation in the standby state where the medal sand 20 is receiving the payable signal. It is. Specifically, as shown in S2 of FIGS. 9 and 10, when the voltage level applied to the BRDY signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, the lending possible signal is transferred from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B. Sent to.

  The BRDY signal line is a signal line for transmitting a lending end signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B when the lending process (unit lending process, fraction lending process) in the medal sand 20 is completed. Specifically, as shown in S7 of FIGS. 9 and 10, when the voltage level applied to the BRDY signal line is switched from LOW to HIGH, the lending end signal is transferred from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B. Sent to.

  The BRQ signal line is an example of a lending command signal line, and is a signal line for transmitting a lending request signal for requesting lending of game media from the medal sand 20 to the corresponding pachislot machine 10B. Specifically, as shown in S3 in FIG. 9 and S15 in FIG. 10, the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, so that the lending request signal is transferred from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine. 10B is transmitted.

  The BRQ signal line is a signal line for transmitting a lending command signal for instructing lending of game media from the medal sand 20 to the corresponding pachislot machine 10B. Specifically, as shown in S5 of FIG. 9 and S17 of FIG. 10, the lending command signal is changed from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine when the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line is switched from LOW to HIGH. 10B is transmitted.

  The EXS signal line is an example of a request acknowledge signal line, and a request acknowledge signal indicating that the loan request has been accepted (that is, that the loan request signal has been received) is transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20. It is a signal line. Specifically, after the pachislot machine 10B receives the lending request signal, the pachislot machine 10B confirms that the pachislot machine 10B is ready to lend medals (ie, there are no medals and no errors). 9, the request acknowledge signal is transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 when the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW. The

  The EXS signal line indicates that the lending process is completed from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 when the lending process (unit number lending process, fractional number lending process) in the pachislot machine 10B is completed. A signal line for transmitting a completion signal. Specifically, when the lending process in the pachislot machine 10B is completed, that is, when the unit number of medals has been paid out in the unit number lending process, or when the fractional number of medals has been paid out in the fraction number lending process Furthermore, as shown in S6 of FIG. 9 and S18 of FIG. 9, the lending completion signal is sent from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 by switching the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line from LOW to HIGH. Sent.

  Here, when the medal sand 20 performs the fraction lending process, the BRQ signal line indicates a fraction game medium indicating a fractional number which is the number of medals corresponding to the fractional amount to the pachislot machine 10B connected from the medal sand 20. A voltage applied to the BRQ signal line at an interval T0 that is shorter than an interval (S3 to S5) from the transmission of the loan request signal to the transmission of the loan command signal (S3 to S5). By switching the level repeatedly, a fractional number signal is transmitted. Specifically, as shown in S11 to S12 of FIG. 10, the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, and then switched to HIGH again after the time T0, so that the fractional number is 1. When the number of fractional sheets is plural, when the voltage level is switched to HIGH, the pulse is transmitted again after passing T0 ′ at the same interval as T0, and the pulse is transmitted. By repeating the process for a fractional number of sheets, a fractional number signal including pulses for the fractional number of sheets is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B. Since the fractional number signal shown in FIG. 10 includes four pulses, it indicates that the fractional number is four.

  The EXS signal line is also a signal line for transmitting a recognized number signal indicating the number of medals recognized by the pachislot machine 10B based on the fractional number signal (hereinafter referred to as “recognized number”), and is connected to the EXS signal line. A recognized number signal is transmitted by repeatedly switching the applied voltage level. Here, the recognized number is the number of fractions stored in the payout control board 12. Specifically, as shown in S13 to S14 in FIG. 10, the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, and then switched to HIGH again after the lapse of T0. When the number of recognized sheets is plural, and the voltage level is switched to HIGH, the pulse is transmitted again after the time T0 ′ has elapsed, and the process of transmitting the pulse is performed for the number of recognized sheets. By repeating, a recognized number signal including pulses for the recognized number is transmitted to the medal sand 20. Since the recognized number signal shown in FIG. 10 includes four pulses, it indicates that the recognized number is four.

  The significance of T1 and T2 shown in FIG. 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 17 showing the lending process performed by the pachislot machine 10B, and the significance of T3 will be described with reference to FIG. 15 showing the fraction lending process performed by the medal sand 20 .

  Further, the lending communication unit 21a is an example of a fraction correspondence information transmission request means, and the fraction correspondence information indicating that the connected pachislot machine 10B is a fraction correspondence game machine capable of lending medals of the number indicated by the fraction number signal. Is requested to be transmitted. This transmission request is controlled by the control unit 21 so that the voltage level applied to the BRDY signal line and the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line are simultaneously switched to LOW, and then returned to HIGH for a predetermined time, whereby the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B.

  The lending communication unit 21a is an example of a fraction correspondence information receiving unit, and receives fraction correspondence information transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B when the connected pachislot machine 10B is a fraction-compatible game machine. . This fraction correspondence information is obtained by switching the voltage level applied to the PRDY signal line and the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line to LOW at the same time and returning to HIGH for a predetermined time by the control of the payout control board 12. It is transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20, and the control unit 21 switches the voltage level applied to the PRDY signal line to LOW, returns to HIGH, and the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line. By simultaneously detecting switching to LOW and returning to HIGH, reception of the fraction correspondence information is detected. After the fraction correspondence information is transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20, the voltage level applied to the PRDY signal line is switched from HIGH to LOW, so that the payout enable signal is changed to the pachislot machine. 10B is sent to the medal sand 20.

  The control unit 21 has a connection terminal 22, and both are connected via a plurality of signal lines as shown in FIG. 5. A payout device 30 is connected to the connection terminal 22, and a conversion adapter 40 can be connected instead of the payout device 30.

  The remaining amount indicator 23 displays the amount of the accepted banknote 2 in the medal sand 20 that operates for a cash machine, and subtracts the accepted amount as the lending process progresses. In the medal sandwich 20 that operates, the remaining card amount specified from the accepted prepaid card 3 is displayed, and the remaining card amount is displayed in accordance with the progress of the lending process, and when the deposit process is performed, the remaining card amount is displayed. Addition display. The remaining amount indicator 23 is a 5-digit 7-segment indicator here, and can display the received amount and the remaining amount of the card up to 1 yen unit.

  The payout device 30 is an example of a payout means, and pays out medals. As shown in FIGS. 3A and 4A, medals are provided corresponding to the pachislot machine 10A that is a cash machine. The sand 20 is provided and connected to the connection terminal 22. The payout device 30 is stored in the payout control unit 30a that performs various processes by controlling the operation of each component provided in the payout device 30, the funnel-shaped medal hopper 30b that stores medals, and the medal hopper 30b. A motor driving circuit 30c for driving a motor (not shown) for paying out the medals, a counting sensor 30d for counting the number of medals paid out from the medal hopper 30b by driving the motor, and the medal hopper 30b. An empty sensor 30e for detecting the absence of medals and a near empty sensor 30f for detecting that the number of medals stored in the medal hopper 30b is less than a predetermined amount (predetermined height) are provided. Each component is connected as shown in FIG. 4 (a) and FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the payout device 30 sends a payout means connection signal indicating that it is connected to the payout control unit 30a via the connection terminal 22 based on being connected to the connection terminal 22. To the control unit 21. As shown in FIG. 6A, the payout means connection signal is a constant signal with a voltage of LOW.

  As shown in FIG. 5, when the payout control unit 30a receives the motor drive signal transmitted from the control unit 21 that performs the first control via the connection terminal 22, the payout control unit 30a receives the payout control unit 30a. Under the control of 30a, the motor drive circuit 30c starts driving the motor and starts paying out medals stored in the medal hopper 30b, and the counting sensor 30d counts the number of medals paid out. When the number of medals reaches the number to be paid out, a count signal indicating that is transmitted from the payout control unit 30a to the control unit 21 via the connection terminal 22. When the payout control unit 30a receives the motor stop signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the connection terminal 22, the motor drive circuit 30c stops driving the motor under the control of the payout control unit 30a, and the medal hopper 30b. The payout of medals stored in is terminated.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5, when the empty sensor 30e detects that there are no medals stored in the medal hopper 30b, the payout device 30 sends an empty signal indicating that to the connection terminal 22 from the payout control unit 30a. To the control unit 21. As shown in FIG. 6 (a), this empty signal is a signal that is indicated when the voltage that is LOW when there is a medal becomes HIGH when there are no medals. The empty signal is again set to LOW when a medal is supplied to the medal hopper 30b and the empty sensor 30e detects the medal. In other words, the empty signal indicates one polarity (here, LOW) in a state where medals are stored in the medal hopper 30b, and a polarity opposite to the one polarity in a state where no medals are stored in the medal hopper 30b ( Here, it is a signal indicating HIGH).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5, when the near empty sensor 30f detects that the medal stored in the medal hopper 30b is less than a predetermined amount (predetermined height), the payout device 30 indicates a near empty indicating that fact. The signal is transmitted from the payout control unit 30a to the external device via the connection terminal 22. This external device is, for example, a counter computer in a prize counter of a game hall, a hall computer in a management office of a game hall, etc., and the external device reports that the medal sand 20 is near empty. Done. Although the near empty signal is not shown, the voltage that is LOW when the number of medals is larger than a predetermined amount becomes HIGH when the number of medals is smaller than the predetermined amount, similarly to the empty signal shown in FIG. It is a signal shown by. The near empty signal is supplied with a voltage LOW again when medals are supplied to the medal hopper 30b and the near empty sensor 30f detects more medals than a predetermined amount. In other words, the near empty signal indicates one polarity (here, LOW) in a state where the number of medals stored in the medal hopper 30b is larger than a predetermined amount, and the number of medals stored in the medal hopper 30b is smaller than the predetermined amount. In this state, the signal indicates a polarity opposite to the one polarity (here, HIGH).

  Returning to FIG. 3, the bill validator 31 receives a bill (here, a 1000-yen bill) inserted from the bill insertion slot 31 a and identifies the amount of the accepted bill. The banknotes received and identified by the banknote discriminator 31 are transported toward the back of the medal sand 20 and discharged from the back of the medal sand 20 to the outside, and a banknote transport mechanism (not shown) provided on the game island. And is collected in a safe (not shown).

  The nozzle-equipped panel 32 is an example of a panel with a supply passage. As shown in FIG. 3A, the nozzle-equipped panel 32 can be mounted on the front surface of the medal sand 20 and has a nozzle 32a. The nozzle 32a is an example of a game medium supply passage, and is a passage for supplying medals paid out from the payout device 30 to the corresponding pachislot machine 10A. Present and communicates from the dispensing device 30 to the lower plate of the pachislot machine 10A.

  The conversion adapter 40 is an example of a control switching means for switching the control of the control unit 21 from the first control to the second control, as shown in FIGS. 3B and 4B. The medal sand 20 provided corresponding to the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B, which is a CR machine, is connected to the connection terminal 22. The conversion adapter 40 includes an oscillation circuit that outputs a control switching signal described below.

  The conversion adapter 40 transmits a control switching signal of a form different from the signal transmitted from the dispensing device 30 to the control unit 21 to the control unit 21 based on being connected to the connection terminal 22. is there. Further, the conversion adapter 40 transmits a signal having a form different from that of at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal to the control unit 21 as a control switching signal. Here, the conversion adapter 40 is shown in FIG. Thus, both the control switching signal having a different form from the payout means connection signal and the control switching signal having a different form from the empty signal are transmitted.

  Specifically, the conversion adapter 40 uses a signal having a high voltage and a constant signal as a control switching signal different in form from the payout means connection signal, and is the same as the terminal of the control unit 21 to which the payout means connection signal is input. Send to terminal.

  Further, the conversion adapter 40 is a control switching signal having a form different from that of the empty signal, and a control unit 21 to which the empty signal is input as a signal for outputting a HIGH voltage for 40 ± 10 ms and then outputting a LOW voltage for 40 ± 10 ms. Transmit to the same terminal as In other words, the control switching signal different in form from the empty signal is a pulse signal that repeats one polarity (here, LOW) and the opposite polarity (here, HIGH) every predetermined time. According to this, when the payout device 30 is connected, an empty signal that continuously exhibits one polarity or reverse polarity is changed to a pulse signal that repeats one polarity and reverse polarity every predetermined time. It can be a signal. Note that 40 ms is a reference length, and ± 10 ms is an allowable error.

  The terminal of the control unit 21 to which the count signal is input has noise if it is an empty terminal. Therefore, in order to prevent the noise, a constant signal is transmitted to the terminal with the voltage being HIGH (or LOW). .

  Returning to FIG. 3, the card R / W 41 receives the prepaid card 3 inserted from the card insertion slot 41 a, reads the recorded information of the prepaid card 3, and is specified from the recorded information of the prepaid card 3. When the lending process using the remaining card amount (here, the remaining card amount recorded in the prepaid card 3) is performed, the remaining card amount after subtracting the used amount used for the lending process is used as the prepaid card. 3 is written.

  The nozzleless panel 42 is an example of a panel without a supply passage, and as shown in FIG. 3B, can be mounted on the front surface of the medal sand 20 and is a panel without the nozzle 32a. A protrusion 42 a is formed at the lower end of the back surface of the nozzleless panel 42 so as to face the inner direction of the medal sand 20. When the nozzleless panel 42 is mounted on the front surface of the medal sand 20, the protrusion 42 a A panel detection switch 43 provided oppositely is pressed.

  Here, the panel detection switch 43 is an example of a detection means, and detects that the nozzleless panel 42 is mounted. The panel 42 without the nozzle is mounted by being pressed as described above. Is detected. When the panel with nozzle 32 is attached, the panel detection switch 43 is not pressed.

  Further, the front panel of the nozzleless panel 42 is opened, and a hollow box-shaped storage space portion 42b extending from the opening toward the inside of the medal sand 20 is formed. When this nozzleless panel 42 is attached to the front surface of the medal sand 20 in a state where the conversion adapter 40 is connected to the connection terminal 22, it reaches the inside from the front surface of the medal sand 20, and the player's property ( For example, a storage space in which a beverage can or a mobile phone can be placed is formed by the storage space portion 42b. According to this, the space generated by connecting the conversion adapter 40 smaller than the payout device 30 in place of the payout device 30 is effectively utilized as a storage space in which the player's property can be placed. Can improve the convenience of the player.

  Here, the function of the control unit 21 relating to {1} power-on processing will be described. The control unit 21 is connected to the payout device 30 for paying out medals, so that a first medal for paying out medals from the payout device 30 within a range of value specified from the received value medium (banknote). While controlling (operating for cash machines) and connecting the pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine, game media can be transferred from the gaming machine within the range of value specified from the accepted value medium (prepaid card). Second control (operation for CR machine) for paying out is performed.

  And the control part 21 performs 2nd control (operation for CR machines) on condition that the control switching signal was received from the conversion adapter 40 which is a control switching means, and here, the delivery means connection signal shown in FIG. On the condition that the first control and the second control are switched based on the empty signal, and that the no-nozzle panel 42 is detected by the panel detection switch 43 serving as the detection means, the second control is performed. Control is performed. Moreover, the control part 21 performs 1st control (operation | use for cash machines) on condition that the payment device 30 which is a payment means is connected to the connection terminal 22. FIG. Further, the control unit 21 performs an empty signal sampling process shown in FIG.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 7, the power-on process executed by the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 will be described. In the medal sand 20, when the main body power supply 20b and the payout device power supply 20c are turned on, a consumption tax rate storage process and a mode determination process are performed as power-on processes. If determined, a fraction-matching gaming machine setting process is performed.

  First, in the consumption tax rate storage process, first, the system controller 4 is requested to transmit the consumption tax rate set and transmitted by the center server 5 stored in the system controller 4 (SU01). Is received (SU02). If it is determined in this SU02 that the consumption tax rate information is received (YES), the consumption tax rate indicated by the received consumption tax rate information is stored in the EEPROM of the control unit 21 (SU03), and the process proceeds to SU11. Perform decision processing.

  The mode determination process is a process for determining whether the control unit 21 performs the first control (operation for the cash machine) or the second control (operation for the CR machine). When performing the operation, the operation mode is determined as the cash machine mode, and when performing the second control, the operation mode is determined as the CR machine mode. The operation mode determined here is stored in the control unit 21.

  In this mode determination process, it is first determined whether or not the payout means connection signal is HIGH (SU11). When it is determined in SU11 that the payout means connection signal is not HIGH (NO), that is, the payout means connection signal is LOW, it is recognized that the payout device 30 is connected as shown in FIG. And it determines with cash machine mode (SU12) and complete | finishes a process. That is, the control unit 21 performs the first control on the condition that the dispensing device 30 is connected to the connection terminal 22. On the other hand, if it is determined in SU11 that the payout means connection signal is HIGH (YES), as shown in FIG. 6B, it is recognized that the payout device 30 is not connected, and the process proceeds to SU13.

  In SU13, it is determined whether or not the panel detection switch 43 is ON. If it is determined in this SU 13 that the panel detection switch 43 is not ON (NO), it is recognized that the nozzle-equipped panel 32 is attached even though the payout device 30 is not connected. An error process such as turning on a multifunctional lamp (not shown) provided in () is performed (SU14), and the process is terminated. As described above, since the operation mode is not switched to the second control (operation for the CR machine) when the nozzle-equipped panel 32 is attached, the operation mode is changed according to the presence of the nozzle 32a. There is no misunderstanding that it is 1 control (operation for cash machine). On the other hand, if it is determined in SU13 that the panel detection switch 43 is ON (YES), the process proceeds to SU15 and an empty signal sampling process is performed.

  In the empty signal sampling process, whether or not the empty signal transmitted from the dispensing device 30 or the conversion adapter 40 is HIGH is determined a predetermined number of times (for example, 40 times every 2.5 ms) over a predetermined period (for example, 100 ms). This is a process for obtaining the total value of the number of times of receiving HIGH of the empty signal.

  In this empty signal sampling process, it is determined whether or not the number of checks is 40 (SU15). If it is determined that the number of checks is not 40 (NO), 1 is added to the number of checks ( (SU16), it is determined whether or not the empty signal received at the timing of the check is HIGH (SU17). When it is determined in S17 that the empty signal is HIGH (YES), 1 is added to the total value (SU18), the process returns to SU15, and it is determined that the empty signal is not HIGH (NO) 1 is subtracted from the total value (SU19), and the process returns to SU15. Then, the processing of SU15 to SU19 is repeated until the number of checks reaches 40, and if it is determined at SU15 that the number of checks is 40 (YES), the process proceeds to SU20.

  Here, if the empty signal is a pulse signal transmitted from the conversion adapter 40, for example, when a HIGH empty signal is received simultaneously with the start of the predetermined period, the total value is +16 [= reference length of 40 ms. HIGH ÷ 2.5 ms] −16 [= LOW of the reference length of 40 ms ÷ 2.5 ms] +8 [= HIGH ÷ 2.5 ms of the remaining length of 20 ms]. The total value receives 40 ms as the reference length + 10 ms HIGH which is the maximum error, and 10 ms LOW which is the maximum 40 ms−error, as the empty signal, Further, when the remaining HIGH of 20 ms is received, +20 [HIGH of 50 ms / ÷ 2.5 ms] −12 [LOW of 2.5 ms / ÷ 2.5 ms] +8 [= HIGH of 20 ms / ÷ 2. 5 ms], the maximum value is 16. In addition, the total value receives, as an empty signal, 40 ms which is a reference length + 10 ms LOW which is the maximum value of error, and 40 ms which is the reference length−10 ms which is the maximum value of error, Furthermore, when the remaining 20 ms of LOW is received, −20 [LOW of 50 ms / ÷ 2.5 ms] +12 [30 ms of HIGH ÷ 2.5 ms] −8 [= LOW of 20 ms / ÷ 2 .5 ms], the minimum value is −16.

  In SU20, it is determined whether or not the total value is within an allowable range. Here, the permissible range is a range in which the total value is recognized as a sampling of the pulsed empty signal transmitted from the conversion adapter 40, and here is the minimum value of the total value −16 To +16 which is the maximum value of the total value. If it is determined in SU20 that the total value is not within the allowable range (NO), it is recognized that there is an abnormality in the conversion adapter 40 even though the conversion adapter 40 is connected. Error processing such as lighting a multifunctional lamp (not shown) provided at 20 is performed (SU21), and the processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined by the SU 20 that the total value is within the allowable range (YES), the total value is recognized as a sampling of a pulsed empty signal transmitted from the conversion adapter 40. Then, the CR machine mode is determined (SU22), the process proceeds to SU31, and the fraction-compatible gaming machine setting process is performed. That is, the control unit 21 performs the second control on condition that the control switching signal is received from the conversion adapter 40 (YES in SU11).

  According to the medal sand 20 described above, the control switching is different from the signal transmitted from the payout device 30 to the control unit 21 only by connecting the conversion adapter 40 to the connection terminal 22 instead of the payout device 30. Since the signal is transmitted from the conversion adapter 40 to the control unit 21 and the operation mode is switched to the second control, even the medal sand 20 that performs the first control and the second control is operated. The form can be switched reliably without trouble.

  Further, the operation mode is switched based on two types of signals output from the payout device 30, and at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal (both in this case) and the form output from the payout device 30. Since the operation mode is switched to the second control on condition that different control switching signals are received, the possibility of accidentally switching from the first control to the second control is reduced. That is, if there is one signal that is the reference for switching the operation mode, there is a risk of erroneous recognition due to the influence of noise or the like. However, as described above, there are two signals that are the reference for switching the operation mode. The risk of the erroneous recognition is reduced.

  The fraction-compatible gaming machine setting process is a process for setting whether or not the connected pachislot machine 10B is a fraction-compatible gaming machine that can lend medals of the number indicated by the fractional number signal. Based on the reception of the fraction correspondence information by the information receiving means (the lending communication unit 21a), the pachislot machine 10B is set to be a fraction correspondence game machine. That is, the control unit 21 functions as a fraction-compatible gaming machine setting unit that performs the fraction-compatible gaming machine setting process.

  In this fraction-matching gaming machine setting process, first, when a connection is confirmed with the pachislot machine 10B via the PSI signal line (SU31), transmission is performed from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10 via the PRDY signal line. The system waits for reception of a payout enable signal (SU32). If it is determined that the payout enable signal is received at the SU 32 (YES), the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B is requested to transmit fractional correspondence information via the BRDY signal line and the BRQ signal line ( (SU33), a timer for a predetermined time is set (SU34), and the process proceeds to SU35 and SU36.

  In the SU 35 and SU 36, before the time set by the timer set in the SU 34 elapses (that is, times out), the fractional correspondence information is sent from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10 B via the PRDY signal line and the EXS signal line. It is determined whether or not there is reception. If it is determined that the fraction correspondence information has been received before the time-out (YES in SU35), the fact that the pachislot machine 10B is a fraction-compatible game machine is set by the fraction correspondence gaming machine setting means (SU37). ), The process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fractional correspondence information has not been received before the time-out (YES in SU36), the fact that the pachislot machine 10B is not a fractional corresponding gaming machine is set by the fractional corresponding gaming machine setting means ( SU38), the process is terminated. According to this, since it is automatically set that the pachislot machine 10B is a fraction-compatible gaming machine based on the reception of the fraction correspondence information from the pachislot machine 10B, it is possible to save the trouble of performing the setting. .

  Instead of the mode determination process shown in FIG. 7, the mode determination process shown in FIG. 8 may be executed. In FIG. 8, after the consumption tax rate storage process is performed, the empty signal sampling process is performed, and the determination of the SU 20 is performed. If it is determined NO in SU20, the cash machine mode is determined (SU21 '), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if YES is determined in SU20, the CR machine mode is determined (SU22), and the process proceeds to SU31 to perform the fraction-matching gaming machine setting process. Also by this, a control switching signal (here, a pulse-like signal) having a different form from the signal transmitted to the control unit 21 by merely connecting the conversion adapter 40 to the connection terminal 22 instead of the payout device 30 is used. (Empty signal) is transmitted from the conversion adapter 40 to the control unit 21 and the operation mode is switched to the second control. Therefore, even in the medal sand 20 that performs the first control and the second control. The operation mode can be switched reliably without any trouble.

  Next, the function of the control unit 21 related to the {2} business process will be described separately for the {2-1} cash machine mode and the {2-2} CR machine mode.

  First, in the case of {2-1} cash machine mode, the control unit 21 is an example of a loan power specifying means, and the loan power and fraction are calculated from the amount of banknote 2 (1000 yen in this case) received by the banknote recognition machine 31. The amount is specified. Specifically, the integer part of the quotient calculated by the expression “received amount (1000 yen) / unit amount (105 yen)” is specified as the loaning frequency (9 degrees), and the remainder of the quotient calculated by the expression The part is specified as a fractional amount (55 yen).

  The control unit 21 is an example of the fraction number specifying means, and specifies the fraction number that is the number of medals corresponding to the fraction amount from the fraction amount (55 yen) specified by the lending degree specifying means. is there. Specifically, the fractional number is specified by rounding up the number of medals less than one of the quotients calculated by the formula of “fractional amount / lending amount of medals including consumption tax (ie, 21 yen)” (ie For fractional amounts less than 21 yen, medals are lent out at the expense of the game hall). Specifically, the fractional amount is 55 yen, and 55 yen ÷ 21 yen = 2.6..., So the fractional number is specified as three.

  The control unit 21 is an example of a lending processing unit. As the first control, a process for paying out and lending a unit number of medals from the payout device 30 and paying out a fractional number of medals from the payout device 30 are performed. It performs processing for lending. Specifically, the payout command for paying out the unit number of medals is output to the payout device 30 for the loan power specified by the loan power specifying means, and specified by the fraction number specifying means. A process of outputting a payout command for paying out the fractional number of medals to the payout device 30 is performed.

  Next, in the case of {2-2} CR machine mode, the control unit 21 is an example of the remaining number specifying means, and the remaining number is calculated from the remaining card amount recorded in the prepaid card 3 received by the card R / W 41. It specifies the fractional amount. Specifically, the integer part of the quotient calculated by the expression “card balance / unit amount (105 yen)” is specified as the remaining frequency, and the remainder of the quotient calculated by the expression is specified as the fractional amount.

  The control unit 21 is an example of a fractional number specifying unit, and specifies a fractional number that is the number of medals corresponding to the fractional amount from the fractional amount specified by the remaining number specifying unit. Specifically, the fractional number is specified by rounding up the number of medals less than one of the quotients calculated by the formula of “fractional amount / lending amount of medals including consumption tax (ie, 21 yen)” (ie For fractional amounts less than 21 yen, medals are lent out at the expense of the game hall). Specifically, when the fractional amount is 70 yen, since 70 yen / 21 yen = 3.3..., The fractional number is specified as four.

  The control unit 21 is an example of a lending processing unit, and performs unit lending processing and fraction lending processing as the second control. Here, as the unit lending process, the control unit 21 performs a process of transmitting a lending command signal for instructing lending of a unit number of medals using the BRQ signal line.

  Specifically, as shown in S3 of FIG. 9, after transmitting the lending request signal for requesting the lending of the unit number to the pachislot machine 10B by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line, As shown in S4, based on the reception of the request acknowledge signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the loan request signal, as shown in S5, the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line Is switched to perform the process of transmitting the lending command signal for instructing lending of the unit number to the pachislot machine 10B.

  The control unit 21 is an example of a request acknowledge signal reception detection unit, and based on detection of switching of the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line that receives the request acknowledge signal from the corresponding pachislot machine 10B, Detecting the reception of the acknowledge signal, and detecting the reception of the recognized number signal transmitted by repeatedly switching the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line from the pachislot machine 10B that has received the fractional number, The number of medals (= recognized number) indicated by the recognized number signal is recognized.

  Further, the control unit 21 performs processing for transmitting the fractional number signal using the BRQ signal line when performing fractional lending processing. Further, the control unit 21 grants the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal on condition that the recognized number of pieces recognized by the request acknowledge signal reception detecting unit and the fractional number notified by the fractional number signal match. A command is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B by the lending command signal.

  Specifically, as shown in S11 to S12 of FIG. 10, the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line at an interval shorter than the interval (S3 to S5) from the transmission of the loan request signal to the transmission of the loan command signal. After transmitting the fractional number signal by repeatedly switching, the recognized number of sheets recognized by the request acknowledge signal reception detecting means (that is, the recognized number indicated by the recognized number signal shown in S13 to S14) and the fractional number notified by the fractional number signal. As shown in S15, by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line, a request for lending a fractional number is sent to the pachislot machine 10B by the lending request signal as shown in S15. As shown in S16, the request acknowledgment signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the loan request signal has been received. Based on, as shown in S17, by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal lines, it performs the processing to be transmitted to the pachi-slot machine 10B an instruction lending fractional number by the lending command signal.

  As shown in SU 150 in FIG. 12 described later, the control unit 21 sets the fraction lending process on the condition that it is set as a fraction-compatible gaming machine by the fraction-matching gaming machine setting means (SU 37 in FIG. 7). I do.

  Here, with reference to FIGS. 11 to 15, the operation of the medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment (that is, the processing performed by the control unit 21) will be described, and the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 17. The operation of the pachislot machine 10B according to the embodiment (that is, the process performed by the payout control board 12) will be described.

  First, FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the business process in the medal sandwich 20 in the cash machine mode. In the business process in the cash machine mode, the banknote identification machine 31 first waits for acceptance of the banknote 2 (SU101). If the prepaid card 3 is accepted by the card R / W 41 while waiting for the receipt of the banknote 2 (YES in SU102), the accepted prepaid card 3 is returned (SU103), and the process returns to S101. That is, the prepaid card 3 is not accepted in the cash machine mode.

  If it is determined in SU101 that the banknote 2 is accepted (YES), the accepted banknote 2 is identified (SU104), and it is determined whether the identification result is normal (SU105). If it is determined in SU 105 that the identification result is not normal (NO), the accepted banknote 2 is returned (SU 106), and the process returns to SU 101. On the other hand, if it is determined in SU 105 that the identification result is normal (YES), the process proceeds to SU 107.

  In the SU 107, the received amount is displayed on the remaining amount display 23, the loan amount specifying means specifies the loan frequency and the fraction amount from the received amount (SU 108), and the fraction number specifying means determines the fraction number from the fraction amount. Is specified (SU109), and the lending processing is performed by the lending processing means. Specifically, a payout command for paying out a unit number of medals is output to the payout device 30 (SU110), and the unit amount (105 yen) is subtracted from the received amount displayed on the remaining amount display 23 and displayed. (SU111) waits for the end of payout for the loan power (SU112), and when payout for the loan power ends (YES), a payout command for paying out a fraction of medals is output to the payout device 30 ( (SU113), the display on the remaining amount indicator 23 is set to 0 (SU114), and the process is terminated. According to this, even when the payout device 30 is connected, fractional medals can be paid out from the payout device 30 and lent.

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the business process in the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode. In the CR machine mode business process, the card R / W 41 first waits for acceptance of the prepaid card 3 (SU121). If the banknote 2 is received by the banknote discriminator 31 while waiting to receive the prepaid card 3 (YES in SU122), the received banknote 2 is returned (SU125), the process returns to SU121, and a return operation is performed. (I.e., operation of the return button 16) is accepted (YES in SU123), the return operation is invalidated (SU126), the process returns to SU121, and a lending operation (i.e., operation of the lending button 15) is accepted ( If YES in SU124, the lending operation is invalidated (SU127), and the process returns to SU121. That is, in the state where the prepaid card 3 is not received, neither the banknote 2 nor the return operation or the lending operation is received.

  If it is determined at SU 121 that the prepaid card 3 is accepted (YES), the system controller 4 makes a verification request including the card ID read from the accepted prepaid card 3 by the card R / W 41 and the card remaining amount. (SU128) and waits for the reception of the verification result information transmitted from the system controller 4 (SU129 or SU130). When the verification result information of verification NG is received (YES in SU130), the accepted prepaid card 33 is returned (SU131), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if the verification result information of verification OK is received (YES in SU129), the process proceeds to SU132.

  In SU132, the remaining number and fractional amount are specified from the remaining card amount recorded in the accepted prepaid card 3 by the remaining number specifying means, and the specified remaining number and fractional amount are stored in the RAM of the control unit 21. Then, it is determined whether or not the remaining frequency is 1 or more (SU133). If it is determined in SU 133 that the remaining frequency is 1 frequency or more (YES), the remaining frequency is displayed on the remaining frequency display 14 and the remaining card amount is displayed on the remaining amount display 23. The process is performed (SU134), and the process proceeds to SU136. On the other hand, if it is determined at SU 133 that the remaining frequency is less than 1 frequency (that is, 0 frequency) (NO), the stored fractional amount (0 when the fractional amount is 0) is displayed as the remaining frequency. In addition to performing processing to be displayed on the device 14, processing is performed to display the remaining amount of the card on the remaining amount display 23 (SU135), and the process proceeds to SU136.

  Next, the control unit 21 waits for reception of a lending operation (i.e., operation of the lending button 15) (SU136), reception of banknote 2 (SU137), or reception of a return operation (i.e., operation of the return button 16) (SU138). . If the banknote 2 is received here (it is YES at SU137), the money_receiving | payment process shown in FIG. 13 mentioned later will be performed (SU154) and it will return to SU132. If a return operation is accepted (YES in SU138), the accepted prepaid card 3 is returned (SU155), and the process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined at SU 136 that the loan operation is accepted (YES), it is determined whether or not the stored remaining frequency is equal to or greater than a preset loan unit frequency (for example, 5 frequency). Determine (SU139). If it is determined in SU 139 that the remaining frequency is equal to or greater than the loan unit frequency (YES), a lending possible signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line (SU140). The unit lending process (SU141) shown in FIG. 14 to be described later is performed for the lending unit frequency, and when the unit lending process for the lending unit frequency is completed (YES in SU142), the pachislot machine 10B performs the operation via the BRDY signal line. A loan end signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 (SU143), and the system controller 4 includes a unit ID, a card ID, and a loan usage amount (in this case, an amount corresponding to the loan unit frequency) used for the loan. The information is transmitted (SU144), and the process returns to SU132.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in SU 139 that the remaining frequency is less than the loan unit frequency (NO), it is determined whether or not the remaining frequency is 1 frequency or more (SU 145). If it is determined at SU 145 that the remaining frequency is 1 frequency or more (YES), a lending possible signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line (SU146), which will be described later. The unit lending process (SU147) shown in FIG. 14 is performed for the remaining number of times, and when the unit lending process for the remaining number of times is completed (YES in SU148), the payout control board of the pachislot machine 10B is connected via the BRDY signal line. 12 is sent to the system controller 4 and the loan information including the unit ID, the card ID, and the loan usage amount used for the loan (here, the amount corresponding to the remaining number) is transmitted to the system controller 4. (SU144) and returns to SU132.

  If it is determined in S145 that the remaining frequency is not more than 1 frequency (NO), it is determined whether or not the stored fractional value is 0 (SU149). If it is determined in SU 149 that the fractional amount is not 0 (NO), it is determined whether or not the corresponding pachislot machine 10B is set to be a fraction-compatible gaming machine (SU150). If it is determined at SU 150 that the game machine is a fraction-compatible game machine (YES), a loanable signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line ( SU151) performs a fraction lending process (SU152) shown in FIG. 15 to be described later. When the fraction lending process is completed, a lending end signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line (SU143). ) And sends the lending information including the unit ID, the card ID, and the lending amount used for lending (here, the fractional amount = the total amount of the remaining card amount) to the system controller 4 (SU144), and returns to SU132. . Since the remaining card amount is 0, 0 is displayed on the remaining frequency indicator 14 and the remaining amount indicator 23 in SU134, and if the banknote 2 is not accepted in SU137, the lending operation of SU136 is not effective.

  If it is determined in S149 that the fractional amount is 0 (YES), that is, the remaining card amount is 0, the lending operation is invalidated (SU153), and the process returns to SU136. Since the remaining card amount remains 0, the SU 136 lending operation is not effective unless the banknote 2 is accepted at SU137. Also, if it is determined in SU 150 that the fractional gaming machine is not set (NO), the lending operation is invalidated (SU 153) and the process returns to SU 136. According to this, since the fraction lending process is performed on the condition that the pachislot machine 10B is set as a fraction-compatible game machine, there is an adverse effect due to the transmission of the fractional number signal to the pachislot machine 10B that is not fractional. Can be eliminated.

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an example of a deposit process as a subroutine in the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode. In the CR machine mode deposit process, the banknote 2 received in S137 is identified (SU161), and it is determined whether the identification result is normal (SU162). If it is determined in SU 162 that the identification result is not normal (NO), the accepted banknote 2 is returned (SU 163), and the process returns to SU 136. On the other hand, if it is determined in SU 162 that the identification result is normal (YES), the process proceeds to SU 164.

  In SU 164, deposit information including the card ID and the amount of the identified banknote 2 as a deposit amount is transmitted to the system controller 4. The system controller 4 that has received the deposit information updates the deposit amount included in the deposit information to the remaining card amount stored in the remaining amount management DB in association with the card ID included in the deposit information. , Deposit completion information indicating that the deposit has been completed is transmitted to the medal sand 20. The medal sand 20 waits for receipt of the deposit completion information (SU165), and when it is determined that the deposit completion information is received (YES), the medal sand 20 is recorded on the prepaid card 3 by the card R / W 41. The deposit amount is added to the remaining card amount and updated (SU166), the deposit process is terminated, and the process returns to FIG.

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of a unit lending process which is a subroutine in the medal sandwich 20 in the CR machine mode. In the unit lending process in the CR machine mode, first, a lending request signal (S3 in FIG. 9) is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line (SU171), and the pachislot machine via the XS signal line. It waits for reception of a request acknowledge signal (S4 in FIG. 9) transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the machine 10B (SU172). If it is determined at SU 172 that a request acknowledge signal has been received (YES), a loan command signal (S5 in FIG. 9) is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. (SU173), go to SU174. According to this, since the lending command signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B based on the reception of the request acknowledge signal from the pachislot machine 10B after transmitting the lending request signal to the pachislot machine 10B, In the case where the unit number is lent, the pachislot machine 10B side does not give a loan request without understanding the loan request, so that the loan can be performed reliably.

  The SU 174 waits for reception of a lending completion signal (S6 in FIG. 9) transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line. If it is determined at SU 174 that a loan completion signal has been received (YES), the card R / W 41 subtracts and updates the amount of money from the card remaining amount recorded on the prepaid card 3 and displays the remaining amount. The display of the remaining amount of the card in the device 23 is subtracted and displayed (SU175), the display of the remaining frequency in the remaining frequency display 14 is subtracted and displayed once (SU176), the unit lending process is terminated, and the processing returns to FIG.

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode according to the first embodiment. In the fraction lending process in the CR machine mode, first, the fraction number specifying means specifies the fraction number from the stored fraction amount (SU181), and it is sent to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. The fractional number signal (S11 to S12 in FIG. 10) is transmitted (SU182), and the request acknowledge signal reception detection means switches the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line from HIGH to LOW (hereinafter, “EXS The detection of the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line from LOW to HIGH (hereinafter referred to as “EXS HIGH”) is awaited.

  If the SU 183 detects the LOW of the EXS (YES) and the SU 184 determines that the HIGH of the EXS is detected (YES), the reception of the recognized number signal starts (S13 in FIG. 10), that is, the recognition Recognizing that the first pulse included in the number signal is detected, the timer starts counting (SU185), and increments the number of recognized number stored in the RAM of the control unit 21 (SU186). It is determined whether or not EXS LOW has been detected before the time count T3 has passed (SU187). Here, T3 is a period longer than T0 ', and is a predetermined length of time set in advance to identify whether or not the reception of the recognized number signal has been completed.

  If it is determined at this SU 187 that the LOW of the EXS is detected (YES) before the timing time has elapsed T3, it is recognized that the second pulse included in the recognized number signal has been detected, and the HIGH of the EXS is detected. Is detected (YES in SU184), the timer count is reset (SU185), the number of recognized sheets is incremented by 1 (SU186), and the determination of SU187 is performed. That is, the stored recognized number of sheets is added and updated by the number of pulses included in the recognized number signal. If it is determined in this SU 187 that the LOW of the EXS has not been detected (NO) before the measured time has elapsed T3, it is recognized that the reception of the recognized number signal has been completed, and the process proceeds to the SU 188.

  In SU188, it is determined whether or not the fractional number specified in SU181 matches the recognized number stored in the RAM of the control unit 21. If it is determined at SU 188 that the two do not match (NO), the pachislot machine 10B recognizes a number different from the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal due to the influence of noise or the like, so that it is provided in the medal sand 20. An error process for notifying that effect is performed by a multifunctional lamp (not shown) (SU189), and the process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in SU188 that the two match (YES), the stored number of recognized recognitions is deleted (SU190), the process proceeds from SU191 to SU193, and a lending command signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B. To do. According to this, on the condition that the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal transmitted by the medal sand 20 matches the recognized number indicated by the recognized number signal received from the pachislot machine 10B, the lending command signal is sent to the pachislot machine 10B. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the pachislot machine 10B from recognizing a number different from the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal due to the influence of noise or the like and lending.

  In SU191, a lending request signal (S15 in FIG. 10) is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line, and transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line. It waits for the reception of a request acknowledgment signal (S16 in FIG. 10) (SU192). If it is determined at SU 192 that a request acknowledge signal has been received (YES), a lending command signal (S17 in FIG. 10) is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. (SU193), go to SU194. According to this, since the lending command signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B based on the reception of the request acknowledge signal from the pachislot machine 10B after transmitting the lending request signal to the pachislot machine 10B, When a fractional number is loaned, the loan is not commanded in a state where the loan request is not accepted on the pachislot machine 10B side, and the loan can be performed reliably.

  The SU 194 waits for reception of a lending completion signal (S18 in FIG. 10) transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line. If it is determined at SU 194 that a loan completion signal is received (YES), the card remaining amount recorded in the prepaid card 3 is updated to 0 by the card R / W 41, and the remaining amount indicator 23 is displayed. It is set to 0 (SU195), the process is terminated, and the process returns to FIG.

  According to the medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment described above, as a second control, when performing the fraction lending process, the BRQ signal line already provided between the connected pachislot machine 10B is used. Since the fractional number signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B, the payout control board 12 receives the fractional number signal on the pachislot machine 10B side without adding a signal line for transmitting the fractional number signal. It is possible to lend a fractional number of medals without adding the circuit. That is, the BRQ signal line is originally a lending command signal line, and the payout control board 12 has a circuit for receiving a signal transmitted by the lending command signal line. It is not necessary to add a circuit for receiving the fractional number signal transmitted by using.

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of power-on processing in the pachislot machine 10B which is a CR machine. In this CR machine power-on process, first, when a connection is confirmed with the medal sand 20 via the PSI signal line (SP01), the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 is communicated to the medal sand 20 via the PRDY signal line. A payout enable signal is transmitted (SP02), and reception of a transmission request for the fraction correspondence information transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRDY signal line and the BRQ signal line is awaited (SP03). If it is determined in SP03 that the transmission request has been received (YES), the fraction correspondence information is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the PRDY signal line and the EXS signal line (SP04). ), The process is terminated.

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in the pachislot machine 10B which is a CR machine according to the first embodiment. In the lending process of the CR machine, firstly, reception of a lending possible signal (S2 in FIGS. 9 and 10) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRDY signal line is waited (SP11). If it is determined at SP11 that a loanable signal is received (YES), the switching of the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line from HIGH to LOW (hereinafter referred to as “BRQ LOW”) is detected. (SP12). The signal received by the SP 12 is any one of reception of a loan request signal requesting loan of a unit number of sheets, reception of a loan request signal requesting loan of a fractional number of sheets, or start of reception of a fractional number of signals.

  If it is determined at SP12 that BRQ LOW has been detected (YES), the timer starts timing (SP13), and the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line before the measured time elapses T1. It is determined whether or not switching from LOW to HIGH (hereinafter referred to as “BRQ HIGH”) is detected (SP14). Here, T1 is a longer time than T0, and is a predetermined length of time set in advance in order to identify whether the BRQ LOW is a loan request signal or a fractional number signal.

  If it is determined at SP14 that the BRQ has not been switched to HIGH before the timing time T1 has passed (NO), the signal received at SP12 or SP29 described later is a loan request signal (FIG. 9). S3 of FIG. 10 or S15 of FIG. 10 and confirming that the medal is ready to be lent (that is, the medal has not expired and there is no error), then the medal sand 20 is sent via the EXS signal line. A request acknowledgment signal (S4 in FIG. 9 or S16 in FIG. 10) is sent back to the control unit 21 (SP15), and a loan command signal (FIG. 10) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRQ signal line. 9 (S16 in FIG. 10 or S17) in FIG. 10 is awaited (SP16). If it is determined at SP16 that a loan command signal has been received (YES), it is determined whether or not the payout control board 12 has stored a fractional number (SP17). The case where it is determined in SP17 that the fractional number is stored, that is, the signal received in SP16 is a lending command signal for instructing lending of the fractional number will be described later.

  On the other hand, if it is determined at SP17 that no fractional number is stored (NO), that is, the signal received at SP16 is a lending command signal for instructing lending of the unit number, the game medium lending processing means determines the unit. The sheet number lending process is performed (SP18), and the completion of lending by the unit sheet number lending process is awaited (SP19).

  If it is determined at SP19 that the loan is completed (YES), a loan completion signal (S6 in FIG. 9) is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line (SP20). , Receiving a loan end signal (S21 in FIG. 9) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRDY signal line (SP21), or, similarly to the SP12, LOW of the BRQ (ie, lending a unit number) The reception of the loan request signal requesting the request, the reception of the loan request signal requesting the loan of the fractional number, or the start of the reception of the fractional number signal is awaited (SP29). If it is determined that BRQ LOW has been detected (YES in SP29), the process returns to SP13. If it is determined that a loan end signal has been received (YES in SP21), the loan process is terminated.

  If it is determined in SP14 that BRQ HIGH has been detected (YES) before the timing time T1 has elapsed, the signal received at SP12 or SP28 is a fractional number signal (S11 in FIG. 10), Recognizing that the first pulse included in the fractional number signal has been detected, resetting the time count by the timer (SP23), adding 1 to the fractional number stored in the payout control board 12 (SP24), It is determined whether or not a BRQ LOW has been detected before the measured time has elapsed T2 (SP25). Here, T2 is a period longer than T0 ', and is a predetermined length of time set in advance to identify whether or not the reception of the fractional number signal has been completed.

  If it is determined in SP25 that the BRQ LOW has been detected before the time measured T2 has elapsed, it is recognized that the second pulse included in the fractional number signal has been detected, and the BRQ HIGH has been detected. Later (YES in SP22), the timer count is reset again (SP23), the fractional number is incremented by 1 (SP24), and the determination of SP25 is performed. That is, the stored fractional number is added and updated by the number of pulses included in the fractional number signal. If it is determined in SP25 that the BRQ LOW has not been detected (NO) before the timing time T2 has elapsed (NO), the recognition number signal (( The process returns from S13 to S14 in FIG. 10 (SP26) and returns to SP12.

  The BRQ LOW detected in SP12 is reception of a loan request signal for requesting a loan of fractional pieces. Therefore, it is determined NO in SP14, and in SP17 there is a storage of fractional pieces (YES), that is, received in SP16. Since it is determined that the signal is a lending command signal for instructing lending of the fractional number, the gaming medium lending processing unit performs the fractional number lending process (SP27), and the fractional number stored in the payout control board 12 is determined. The stored data is erased (SP28), and the completion of lending by the fractional number lending process is awaited (SP19). At SP21, it is determined that a lending end signal is received (YES), and the lending process is terminated.

  According to the pachislot machine 10B according to the first embodiment described above, the fractional number signal and the loan command signal are received via the BRQ signal line already provided between the medal sand 20 to be connected. Based on this, since the fraction lending process for lending the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal is performed, the payout control board 12 does not add a signal line for receiving the fractional number signal and the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side. It is possible to lend a fractional number without adding a circuit for receiving the number signal. That is, the BRQ signal line is originally a lending command signal line, and the payout control board 12 has a circuit for receiving a signal transmitted by the lending command signal line. It is not necessary to add a circuit for receiving the fractional number signal transmitted by using.

  In each of the diagrams shown in FIGS. 11 to 17, if a signal or information is not received within a predetermined time in a state waiting for reception of various signals or information, a predetermined error processing is performed. Is done.

[1 '. Medal Sand 20 According to Modification of First Embodiment]
In the first embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. 10, the fractional number signal (S11 to S12) is transmitted before the loan request signal (S15) is transmitted, whereas in the modification of the first embodiment, As shown in FIG. 18, the difference is that the fractional number signal (S13 ′ to S14 ′) is transmitted after the loan request signal (S11 ′) is transmitted.

  Here, the BRQ signal line for transmitting the fractional number signal switches the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line from LOW to HIGH as shown in S13 ′ to S14 ′ in FIG. 18, and after the time T0 elapses. By switching to LOW again, a pulse indicating that the fractional number is one is transmitted. When there are a plurality of fractional numbers, the pulse is transmitted again after the time T0 ′ has elapsed after switching the voltage level to LOW. By repeating the process of transmitting the pulse by the fractional number, the fractional number signal including the fractional number of pulses is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B. Since the fractional number signal shown in FIG. 18 includes four pulses, it indicates that the fractional number is four.

  The EXS signal line for transmitting the recognized number signal switches the voltage level applied to the EXS signal line from LOW to HIGH as indicated by S15 ′ to S16 ′ in FIG. 18, and again after the time T0 elapses. By switching to LOW, a pulse indicating that the number of recognized sheets is one is transmitted, and when there are a plurality of recognized sheets, the pulse is transmitted again after passing T0 ′ after switching the voltage level to LOW, By repeating the process of transmitting the pulse for the recognized number of sheets, a recognized number signal including the recognized number of pulses is transmitted to the medal sand 20. Since the recognized number signal shown in FIG. 18 includes four pulses, it indicates that the recognized number is four.

  Here, the control unit 21 functioning as the lending processing means requests the lending of the fractional number by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line as shown in S11 ′ of FIG. 18 as the fractional lending process. A lending request signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B, and as shown in S12 ′, based on the reception of the request acknowledge signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the lending request signal, the S13 As shown in '˜S14', the fractional number signal is obtained by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line at an interval shorter than the interval (S3 to S5) from the transmission of the loan request signal to the transmission of the loan command signal. And the recognized number of sheets recognized by the request acknowledge signal reception detecting means (that is, the number of recognized numbers indicated by the recognized number signals shown in S15 ′ to S16 ′) and On the condition that the fractional number signal notified by the fractional number signal coincides, as shown in S17, by switching the voltage level applied to the BRQ signal line, a fractional number lending command is sent to the lending command signal. The process which transmits with respect to the pachislot machine 10B is performed.

  The significance of T1 'shown in FIG. 18 will be described with reference to FIG. 20 showing the lending process performed by the pachislot machine 10B. Further, T2 has the same meaning as described in FIG. 17, and T3 has the same meaning as described in FIG.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 19, the operation of the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode according to the modification of the first embodiment (that is, the processing performed by the control unit 21) will be described, and with reference to FIG. The operation of the pachislot machine 10B, which is a CR machine according to a modification of the embodiment (that is, processing performed by the payout control board 12) will be described. FIGS. 11 to 14 describing the medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment are similar to the medal sand 20 according to the modification of the first embodiment, and are diagrams illustrating the pachislot machine 10B according to the first embodiment. 16 is the same in the pachislot machine 10B according to the modification of the first embodiment.

  First, FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand 20 according to the modification of the first embodiment, and is a substitute for FIG. 15 according to the first embodiment. In the CR machine mode fraction lending process, the fraction number identifying means first identifies the fraction number from the stored fraction amount (SU181 ′), and the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. A loan request signal (S11 ′ in FIG. 18) is transmitted (SU182 ′), and a request acknowledge signal (S12 ′ in FIG. 18) transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line is received. (SU183 '). According to this, after transmitting a lending request signal to the pachislot machine 10B, based on the reception of the request acknowledge signal from the pachislot machine 10B, a lending command signal of SU193 ′ to be described later is sent to the pachislot machine 10B. Since the data is transmitted, when the fractional number is lent, the pachislot machine 10B side does not give a loan request without accepting the loan request, and the loan can be surely performed.

  If it is determined at SU 183 ′ that a request acknowledge signal is received (YES), a fractional number signal (S13 ′ to S14 ′ in FIG. 18) is sent to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. ) Is transmitted (SU184 ′), and the request acknowledgment signal reception detection means waits for detection of EXS HIGH (SU185 ′) and detection of EXS LOW (SU186 ′).

  When it is determined that the high level of EXS is detected at SU185 ′ (YES) and the low level of EXS is detected at SU186 ′ (YES), reception of the recognized number signal is started (S15 ′ in FIG. 18), That is, it is recognized that the first pulse included in the recognized number signal is detected, the timer starts counting (SU187 '), and the recognized number stored in the RAM of the control unit 21 is incremented by one ( SU188 ′), it is determined whether or not the HIGH of the EXS is detected before the measured time has passed T3 (SU189 ′). If it is determined by SU 189 ′ that EXS HIGH is detected before T3 has passed T3, it is recognized that the second pulse included in the recognized number signal has been detected, and EXS LOW is detected. (YES in SU186 ′), the time count by the timer is reset (SU187 ′), the number of recognized sheets is incremented by 1 (SU188 ′), and the determination of SU189 ′ is performed. That is, the stored recognized number of sheets is added and updated by the number of pulses included in the recognized number signal. If it is determined at this SU189 'that the HIGH of the EXS has not been detected (NO) before the time measured T3 has elapsed, it is recognized that the reception of the recognized number signal has been completed, and the process proceeds to SU190'.

  In SU 190 ′, it is determined whether or not the fraction number specified in SU 181 ′ matches the recognized number stored in the RAM of the control unit 21. If it is determined at SU 190 ′ that the two do not match (NO), the pachislot machine 10B recognizes a number different from the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal due to the influence of noise or the like. An error process for notifying that effect is performed by a multi-function lamp (not shown) (SU191 ′), and the fraction lending process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in SU 190 ′ that both match (YES), the stored number of recognized sheets is deleted (SU 192 ′), and the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B is connected via the BRQ signal line. A lending command signal (S17 in FIG. 18) is transmitted (SU193 ′), and the process proceeds to SU194 ′. According to this, on the condition that the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal transmitted by the medal sand 20 matches the recognized number indicated by the recognized number signal received from the pachislot machine 10B, the unit number Shiga pachislot machine 10B Therefore, it is possible to prevent the pachislot machine 10B from recognizing a number different from the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal due to the influence of noise or the like and lending.

  The SU 194 'waits for reception of a lending completion signal (S18 in FIG. 18) transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line. If it is determined at SU 194 ′ that a loan completion signal is received (YES), the card remaining amount recorded in the prepaid card 3 is updated to 0 by the card R / W 41, and the remaining frequency indicator 28 The display is set to 0 (SU195 ′), the fraction lending process is terminated, and the process returns to FIG.

  According to the medal sand 20 according to the modification of the first embodiment described above, the BRQ already provided between the connected pachislot machine 10B when performing the fraction lending process as the second control. Since the fractional number signal is transmitted to the pachislot machine 10B using the signal line, the dispensing control board 12 transmits the fractional number signal on the pachislot machine 10B side without adding a signal line for transmitting the fractional number signal. It is possible to lend a fractional number without adding a circuit for receiving. That is, the BRQ signal line is originally a lending command signal line, and the payout control board 12 has a circuit for receiving a signal transmitted by the lending command signal line. It is not necessary to add a circuit for receiving the fractional number signal transmitted by using.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in the pachislot machine 10B which is a CR machine according to a modification of the first embodiment, and is a substitute for FIG. 17 according to the first embodiment. In the lending process of the CR machine, firstly, reception of a lending possible signal (S2 in FIGS. 9 and 18) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRDY signal line is waited (SP11 '). If it is determined at SP11 ′ that a loanable signal is received (YES), a loan request signal (S3 in FIG. 9 or FIG. 9) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRQ signal line. 18 S11 ′) is waited for (SP12 ′).

  If it is determined at SP12 ′ that the loan request signal has been received (YES), it is checked whether or not the medal is ready to be loaned (that is, the medal has not expired and there is no error). In the modification of the first embodiment, it is not possible to identify whether the received loan request signal is a loan request signal for requesting a loan of a unit number or a loan request signal for requesting a loan of a fractional number of sheets. Therefore, here, it is confirmed whether or not preparation for lending a unit number of medals is ready. Then, after confirming that the unit number of medals are ready to be lent, a request acknowledge signal (S4 in FIG. 9 or S12 ′ in FIG. 18) is sent to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line. (SP13 ') and waits for detection of BRQ HIGH (that is, reception of a loan command signal for instructing loan of a unit number or start of reception of a fractional number signal) (SP14'). If it is determined that the BRQ HIGH is detected at SP14 ′ (YES), the timer starts measuring time (SP15 ′), and whether the BRQ LOW is detected before the timed T1 ′ elapses. It is determined whether or not (SP16 ′). Here, T1 ′ is a time longer than T0, and is determined in advance to identify whether the BRQ LOW is a loan command signal for commanding a loan of a unit number or a fractional number signal. It is a long time.

  If it is determined at SP16 ′ that the BRQ LOW has not been detected (NO) before the time measured T1 ′ has elapsed, the loan command signal that the signal received at SP14 ′ commands the lending of the unit number (S5 in FIG. 9), the game medium lending processing means performs the unit number lending process (SP17 ′) and waits for the completion of lending by the unit number lending process (SP18 ′).

  If it is determined that the loan is completed (YES) at SP18 ′, a loan completion signal (S6 in FIG. 9) is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line (SP19). '), Reception of a loan end signal (S7 in FIG. 9) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRDY signal line (SP20'), or via the BRQ signal line in the same manner as the SP12 '. Then, it waits for reception of a loan request signal (S3 in FIG. 9 or S11 ′ in FIG. 18) transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 (SP29 ′). If it is determined that the loan request signal has been received (YES in SP29 '), the process returns to SP13'. If it is determined that a loan end signal is received (YES in SP20 '), the fractional lending process is terminated.

  If it is determined at SP16 'that the BRQ LOW has been detected (YES) before the timing time T1' has elapsed, the signal received at SP14 'is the fractional number signal (S13' in FIG. 18). Recognizing that the first pulse included in the fractional number signal has been detected, the timer count is reset (SP22 ′), and the fractional number stored in the payout control board 12 is incremented by one (SP23). '), It is determined whether or not BRQ HIGH is detected before the measured time has elapsed T2 (SP24'). If it is determined in SP24 'that the BRQ HIGH has been detected before the timing time T2 has elapsed, the second pulse included in the fractional number signal is detected and the BRQ LOW is detected. (YES in SP21 ′), the time counting by the timer is reset again (SP22 ′), the fractional number is incremented by 1 (SP23 ′), and the determination of SP24 ′ is performed. That is, the stored fractional number is added and updated by the number of pulses included in the fractional number signal. If it is determined in SP24 ′ that BRQ HIGH is not detected (NO) before the timing time T2 has elapsed, the recognized number signal is sent to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line. (S15 ′ to S16 ′ in FIG. 18) are returned (SP25 ′), and detection of BRQ HIGH (that is, reception of a loan command signal for instructing loan of fractional pieces) is awaited (SP26 ′).

  If it is determined at SP26 'that BRQ HIGH has been detected (YES), the gaming medium lending processing means performs the fractional number lending process (SP27'), and the fraction stored in the payout control board 12 The memory of the number of sheets is erased (SP28 '), and the completion of the lending by the fractional number lending process is waited (SP18'). At SP20 ', it is determined that the lending end signal is received (YES), and the fractional lending End the process.

  According to the pachislot machine 10B according to the modified example of the first embodiment described above, the fractional number signal and the loan command signal are transmitted via the BRQ signal line already provided between the medal sand 20 to be connected. Since the fraction lending process for lending the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal is performed based on the fact that the fractional number signal is received, the payout control board 12 is added on the pachislot machine 10B side without adding a signal line for receiving the fractional number signal. However, it is possible to lend the fractional number without adding a circuit for receiving the fractional number signal. That is, the BRQ signal line is originally a lending command signal line, and the payout control board 12 has a circuit for receiving a signal transmitted by the lending command signal line. It is not necessary to add a circuit for receiving the fractional number signal transmitted by using.

[2. Medal Sand 20 According to Second Embodiment]
The pachi-slot machine 10 and medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment have the same configuration as the pachi-slot machine 10 and medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment, and have the same names and the same names as the components of the first embodiment. The components with the same reference numerals are the same in configuration and operation unless otherwise specified, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

  In the first embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. 10 or FIG. 18, the fractional number signal is transmitted via the lending command signal line (BRQ signal line), whereas in the second embodiment, FIG. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 31, the difference is that the fractional number signal is transmitted via the display data signal line. Here, the display data signal line is included in the frequency display signal line in the first embodiment, and the frequency display signal line includes a strobe signal line.

  Hereinafter, with respect to the configurations of the pachislot machine 10 and the medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment, differences from the pachislot machine 10 and the medal sand 20 according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

  First, a pachislot machine 10B that is a CR machine will be described. As shown in FIG. 22, the pachislot machine 10B includes a game control board 11, a payout control board 12, a medal payout device 13, a remaining frequency indicator 14, a loan button 15, a return button 16, and the like as in the first embodiment. It has.

  Here, the game control board 11 includes a basic circuit 11a as shown in FIG. The basic circuit 11a includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an I / O, and the like. When the processing program recorded in the ROM is executed by the CPU using the RAM as a work area, the I / O of the basic circuit 11a is executed. Various processes are performed by controlling the operation of each component connected to O. The basic circuit 11a is connected to an input circuit 12b and an output circuit 12c, which will be described later, of the payout control board 12 by I / O.

  As shown in FIG. 22, the payout control board 12 includes a payout control CPU 12a, an input circuit 12b, an output circuit 12c, an I / O 12d, and the like, which are connected by a bus. When a medal payout signal is input from the game control board 11 to the input circuit 12b, the payout control CPU 12a outputs a signal instructing the medal payout device 13 to pay out the number of medals indicated by the medal payout signal.

  Here, similarly to the first embodiment, the payout control board 12 transmits a payout enable signal, transmits fractional correspondence information, transmits a request acknowledge signal, and transmits a loan completion signal. Unlike the form, the recognition number signal is not transmitted.

  Further, the payout control board 12 is an example of a game medium lending processing unit that performs a process of lending game media, and the corresponding medal sand 20 is provided to S5 in FIG. 16 via the BRQ signal line. As shown in the figure, a unit number lending process for lending the unit number of medals is performed based on the reception of a lending command signal for instructing lending of the unit number (here, 5 medals). Specifically, a process of outputting a payout command for paying out the unit number of medals to the medal payout device 13 is performed.

  Also, the payout control board 12 functioning as a game medium lending processing means receives the fractional number signal from the medal sand 20 via the display data signal line as shown in FIG. As described above, based on the fact that the lending command signal of the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal is received by the lending command signal, the fractional number lending process for lending the fractional number of medals is performed. Is performed to output a payout command for paying out the fractional number of medals to the medal payout device 13.

  The payout control board 12 functions as a fraction correspondence information transmitting means when the power-on process shown in FIG. 16 is performed, and a loan request signal receiving means when a loan process shown in FIG. It functions as a request acknowledgment signal transmission means, a loan command signal reception means, a fraction game medium signal reception means, a fraction loan request signal reception means, a fraction loan request acknowledgment signal transmission means, and a fraction loan command signal reception means. Details of these functions will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 21, the remaining frequency indicator 14 includes three-digit 7-segment indicators 14 a to 14 c. Here, each segment indicator (the first digit segment indicator 14a, the second digit segment indicator 14b, and the third digit segment indicator 14c) is composed of 7 segment LEDs composed of seven segments A to G. A number or a letter is displayed by turning on a predetermined LED of the seven segments. As shown in FIG. 27, which will be described later, the remaining frequency indicator 14 is subjected to dynamic lighting control by dynamic lighting control means (LED drive circuit 212).

  When the remaining frequency is displayed on the remaining frequency display 14, as shown in FIG. 21B, the calculated remaining is displayed on the third-digit segment display 14c to the first-digit segment display 14a. The frequency (here, 9 degrees) is displayed. When the fractional amount is displayed on the remaining frequency indicator 14, the letter “H” is displayed on the third digit segment indicator 14c and the second digit is displayed as shown in FIG. The calculated fractional amount (55 yen in this case) is displayed on the segment display 14b to the first-digit segment display 14a.

  The operation of the lending button 15 and the operation of the return button 16 are detected by the detection circuit 213 as shown in FIG. Here, when the operation of the lending button 15 is detected in the medal sand 20, the unit lending process (SU141, SU147) or the fraction lending process (SU152) is performed as shown in FIG. This unit lending process is the same as the unit lending process (FIG. 14) in the first embodiment, but the fraction lending process is different from the fraction lending process (FIGS. 15 and 19) in the first embodiment and will be described later. This is performed as shown in FIG. Further, in the pachislot machine 10B, unlike the lending process (FIGS. 17 and 20) in the first embodiment, a lending process shown in FIG. 30 described later is performed.

  Although not shown, a relay board 25 is provided on the back surface of the pachislot machine 10B. The relay board 25 includes a lending input signal line, a return input signal line, a frequency display signal line (strobe signal line and display data signal line), a PSI signal, which are signal lines connecting the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 This is a board for relaying various signals transmitted and received between the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 between the line, the BRDY signal line, the BRQ signal line, the PRDY signal line, and the EXS signal line.

  Next, the medal sand 20 will be described. As shown in FIG. 23, the medal sand 20 includes a control unit 21 connection terminal 22, a balance indicator 23, a bill validator 31, a card R / W 41, and the like similar to those in the first embodiment. The medal sand 20 further includes an LED drive circuit 212, a detection circuit 213, a card R / W controller 225, and the like. Here, the card R / W controller 225 replaces the external communication unit 21b.

  As shown in FIG. 23, the control unit 21 includes a CPU 221, a ROM 222, a RAM 223, an I / O 224, and the like. When the processing program recorded in the ROM 222 is executed by the CPU 221 using the RAM 223 as a work area, Various operations are performed by controlling the operation of each component connected to the control unit 21. Here, the I / O 224 replaces the lending communication unit 21a. As will be described later, the function of the control unit 21 is a function as a fraction correspondence information transmission request means and a fraction correspondence information reception means, and a fraction lending process when functioning as a lending processing means. The only difference is the other points.

  The LED drive circuit 212 functions as dynamic lighting control means for controlling dynamic lighting of the remaining frequency indicator 14 as shown in FIG. 27 described later. This function will be described later.

  The detection circuit 213 is a circuit for detecting the operation of the lending button 15 and the return button 16. In the detection circuit 213, a lending input signal output when the lending button 15 is operated is input via a lending input signal line which is a signal line connecting the lending button 15 and the detecting circuit 213. Based on this, a signal indicating that there has been a lending operation is output to the control unit 21. The detection circuit 213 inputs a return input signal that is output when the return button 16 is operated via a return input signal line that is a signal line connecting the return button 16 and the detection circuit 213. Based on this, a signal indicating that there has been a return operation is output to the control unit 21.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 22 and FIG. 23, signal lines connecting the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B and the medal sand 20 will be described. Since the rental input signal line and the return input signal line have been described above, description thereof will be omitted.

  The strobe signal line is a signal line for transmitting a strobe signal for dynamic lighting control of the remaining power indicator 14 from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B (in other words, for inputting in the pachislot machine 10B). is there. This strobe signal line is connected to the LED drive circuit 212 on the medal sand 20 side and the DG1 signal line connected to the segment display 14a on the pachislot machine 10B side, as shown in FIGS. This is a total of three signal lines: a DG2 signal line connected to the segment display 14b and a DG3 signal line connected to the segment display 14c.

  The display data signal line is a signal for transmitting a display data signal for performing dynamic lighting control of the remaining power indicator 14 from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B (in other words, for inputting at the pachislot machine 10B). Is a line. 25 and 26, which will be described later, this display data signal line is connected to the LED drive circuit 212 on the medal sand 20 side and connected to the segment A of each segment indicator 14a to 14c on the pachislot machine 10B side. SEGA signal line connected, SEGB signal line connected to the same segment B, SEGC signal line connected to the same segment C, SEGD signal line connected to the same segment D, SEGE signal line connected to the same segment E , SEGF signal lines connected to the same segment F and SEGG signal lines connected to the same segment G, a total of seven signal lines.

  This display data signal line is a fractional number signal line and fractional lending request in a T4 ′ period shown in FIG. 27, which will be described later, which is a strobe signal non-transmission period (in other words, a strobe signal non-input period in the pachislot machine 10B). It functions as a signal line, a fraction lending request acknowledge signal line, and a fraction lending command signal line.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 28, which will be described later, the SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line send the fractional number signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B in the T4 ′ period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal. Function as a fractional number signal line that is a signal line for transmitting (in other words, receiving at the pachislot machine 10B).

  Further, the SEGE signal line transmits a fraction lending request signal requesting the lending of the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B (in other words, to be received by the pachislot machine 10B). A) functioning as a fraction lending request signal line. Further, the SEGE signal line transmits a fraction lending command signal for instructing lending of the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B (in other words, received by the pachislot machine 10B). Function as a fraction lending command signal line.

  Further, the SEGF signal line transmits a fraction lending request acknowledge signal indicating that the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal is ready to be lent from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 (in other words, medal). It functions as a fraction lending request acknowledge signal line which is a signal line for receiving in the sand 20. The SEGF signal line is used to transmit a fraction lending completion signal indicating that the medal lending indicated by the fractional number signal has been completed from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 (in other words, the medal sand 20 It also functions as a fraction lending completion signal line, which is a signal line for receiving at).

  The PSI signal line is a signal line for confirming the connection between the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B, as in the first embodiment. This PSI signal line is a signal line connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21 on the medal sand 20 side and connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side. By transmitting a connection confirmation signal via the PSI signal line, the launch handle can be operated in the pachislot machine 10B.

  As in the first embodiment, the PRDY signal line sends a payout enable signal from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 indicating that communication between the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 is possible (standby state). It is a signal line for transmitting to. This PRDY signal line is a signal line connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side and connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21 on the medal sand 20 side.

  As in the first embodiment, the BRDY signal line sends a lendable signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B when there is a lending operation in the standby state where the medal sand 20 receives the payable signal. It is a signal line for transmitting to. Similarly to the first embodiment, the BRDY signal line is a signal line for transmitting a lending end signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B when the lending process is completed. The BRDY signal line is a signal line connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21 on the medal sand 20 side and connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side.

  The BRQ signal line is an example of a lending request signal line, and in the same manner as in the first embodiment, a lending request signal for requesting lending of the unit number is transmitted from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B (in other words, In this case, the signal line is for receiving in the pachislot machine 10B. Unlike the first embodiment, the loan request signal for requesting the lending of the fractional number is not transmitted. The BRQ signal line is an example of a lending command signal line. Similarly to the first embodiment, a lending command signal for lending the unit number of sheets is transmitted from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B ( In other words, it is a signal line for receiving in the pachislot machine 10B, but unlike the first embodiment, the lending command signal for instructing lending of the fractional number is not transmitted. Further, the fractional number signal is not transmitted on the BRQ signal line. The BRQ signal line is a signal line connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21 on the medal sand 20 side and connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side.

  The EXS signal line is an example of a request acknowledge signal line, and, similar to the first embodiment, a request acknowledge signal indicating that the unit number is ready for loan is sent from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 However, unlike the first embodiment, a request acknowledge signal indicating that the fractional number is ready to be loaned is not transmitted. The EXS signal line is an example of a lending completion signal line, and a lending completion signal indicating that the unit number lending process has been completed is transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 as in the first embodiment. This is a signal line for receiving (in other words, receiving in the medal sand 20), but unlike the first embodiment, a lending completion signal indicating that the fraction lending process has been completed is not transmitted. Further, the recognized number signal is not transmitted on the EXS signal line. This EXS signal line is a signal line connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12 on the pachislot machine 10B side and connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21 on the medal sand 20 side.

  Here, the LED drive circuit 212 is an example of dynamic lighting control means, and transmits a strobe signal for controlling dynamic lighting of the remaining frequency indicator 14 via the strobe signal line and also via the display data signal line. A display data signal for dynamic lighting control of the remaining frequency indicator 14 is transmitted, and the remaining strobe signals to be transmitted are selectively controlled by lighting the plurality of segment indicators 14a to 14c in combination with the display data signal. The frequency display 14 is controlled to be lit dynamically.

  With this dynamic lighting control, the after-image phenomenon of the human eye is caused by repeating lighting of the first digit segment indicator 14a, the second digit segment indicator 14b, and the third digit segment indicator 14c at high speed. Using this control, each digit appears to be lit continuously.

  Specifically, in this remaining frequency indicator 14, as to which of the seven segments in each of the segment indicators 14a to 14c is lit, a voltage is applied to the segment corresponding electrode corresponding to each of the seven segments. It is controlled by applying (that is, a display data signal is transmitted via the SEGA signal line to the SEGG signal line which is a display data signal line), and which digit of the segment display units 14a to 14c is turned on. Control is performed by applying a voltage to the common electrodes corresponding to the segment indicators 14a to 14c of each digit (that is, transmitting a strobe signal via the DG1 signal line to the DG3 signal line, which are strobe signal lines).

  Then, if the segment display of a certain digit is turned on for a short time (eg, 5.0 ms), the segment indicator of the next digit is turned on for a short time (eg, 5.0 ms) after a predetermined period (eg, 2.5 ms). By repeating this control at a high speed, one digit is lit at a certain moment, but there is an afterimage phenomenon in the human eye, and when the light is viewed once, the light is continuously emitted for about 100 ms. Therefore, if the above lighting control is repeated at a speed of several tens of ms, each digit appears to be lit continuously.

  This dynamic lighting control will be described with reference to FIG. Here, FIG. 27A is a timing chart in a normal time other than the fraction lending process, and FIG. 27B is a timing chart in the fraction lending process.

  The LED drive circuit 212 functioning as dynamic lighting control means transmits a strobe signal having a length T1 (for example, 5.0 ms) to the DG1 signal line among the strobe signal lines in the normal state shown in FIG. Next, after elapse of a predetermined period T2 (for example, 2.5 ms), a strobe signal having a length T1 (for example, 5.0 ms) is transmitted to the DG2 signal line among the strobe signal lines, and then for a predetermined period T2 (for example, 2.. 5 ms), a strobe signal having a length T1 (for example, 5.0 ms) is transmitted to the DG3 signal line among the strobe signal lines, and after a predetermined period T2 (for example, 2.5 ms), one cycle of T3 In addition to performing control to end the period, processing for transmitting the display data signal to the display data signal line is performed during the period of each length T1.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 21 (b), when displaying the "9" frequency on the remaining frequency display 14, the strobe signal is applied to the DG1 signal line connected to the first digit segment display 14a. During transmission (ie, voltage application), display data signals are transmitted to the SEGA signal line, SEGB signal line, SEGC signal line, SEGD signal line, SEGF signal line, and SEGG signal line among the display data signal lines. By transmitting (that is, applying a voltage), 9 degrees are displayed on the residual frequency display 14, and the dynamic lighting control is performed so that the 9 degrees are always displayed due to the afterimage phenomenon.

  Here, the LED drive circuit 212 functioning as a dynamic lighting control means is configured to turn off the strobe signal when a fraction game medium number signal transmission means (to be described later) transmits a fractional number signal based on a command from the control unit 21. Control is performed to extend the transmission period, and here, as shown in FIG. 27B, the last T2 period (hereinafter referred to as “T4 period”) of the T3 period, which is one cycle, is extended to the T4 ′ period. Take control. When the T4 'period is extended, the T3 period, which is necessarily one cycle, is also extended to become the T3' period.

  Further, the control unit 21 is an example of a fraction correspondence information transmission requesting unit, and transmission of fraction correspondence information indicating that the corresponding pachislot machine 10B is a fraction correspondence game machine capable of lending the number of medals indicated by the fraction number signal. Is required. Specifically, in the T4 period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the display data signal line (for example, SEGG signal line) that does not function as the fraction game medium number signal line. Request transmission of fractional information.

  The control unit 21 is an example of a fraction correspondence information receiving unit, and receives fraction correspondence information transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B when the corresponding pachislot machine 10B is a fraction correspondence game machine. Specifically, in the T4 period which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the fraction transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B via the display data signal line (for example, the SEGG signal line) that does not function as the fraction game medium number signal line. Receive correspondence information.

  The control unit 21 functions as a lending processing unit as in the first embodiment, but the processing when performing the fraction lending processing is different from that in the first embodiment. When performing the fraction lending process, the control unit 21 functioning as the lending processing means transmits the fractional number signal to the corresponding pachislot machine 10B using the display data signal line during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal. However, this will be described with reference to FIG.

  The control unit 21 functioning as a lending processing unit performs the following processing when performing the fraction lending processing. That is, the control unit 21 transmits the fraction lending request signal via the SAGE signal line functioning as the fraction lending request signal line in a T4 'period that is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal. In addition, the control unit 21 sends the fraction lending request acknowledge signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the fraction lending request signal to the fraction lending request acknowledge signal line in the T4 ′ period which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal. Is received via the SEGF signal line.

  In addition, the control unit 21 transmits the fraction lending command signal via the SAGE signal line functioning as the fraction lending command signal line in the T4 ′ period that is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal. Further, the control unit 21 functions the fraction lending completion signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the fraction lending command signal as the fraction lending completion signal line in the T4 ′ period which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal. Receive via the SEGF signal line.

  Here, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction correspondence information transmitting means displays the fraction correspondence information indicating that the pachislot machine 10B is a fraction correspondence game machine capable of lending the number of medals indicated by the fraction number signal. 20 is transmitted. Specifically, when there is a request for transmission of fraction correspondence information from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via a display data signal line (for example, a SEGG signal line) that does not function as the fractional number signal line, the strobe In the T4 period which is a non-input period of the signal, the fraction correspondence information is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the display data signal line (here, the SEGG signal line).

  Also, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fractional number signal receiving means receives the fractional number signal transmitted from the medal sand 20 via the display data signal line during the period T4 ′ which is the non-input period of the strobe signal. Here, as shown in FIG. 27, the display data signal lines SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line functioning as the fractional number signal lines in the T4 ′ period, which is the non-input period of the strobe signal, are used. The fractional number signal transmitted is received.

  Further, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending request signal receiving means sends the fraction lending request signal to the SEG signal line functioning as the fraction lending request signal line in the T4 ′ period which is a non-input period of the strobe signal. Is received via Also, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending request acknowledgment signal transmitting means lends medals of the number indicated by the fractional number signal based on the reception of the fraction lending request signal by the fraction lending request signal receiving means. Transmitting the fraction lending request acknowledgment signal via the SEGF signal line functioning as the fraction lending request acknowledgment signal line in the T4 ′ period, which is a non-input period of the strobe signal, on the condition that it is ready Specifically, when a fraction lending request signal is received, a fraction lending request acknowledge signal is transmitted on the condition that it is confirmed that preparations for lending a fractional number of medals are complete.

  Also, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending command signal receiving means is a period in which the strobe signal is not input to the fraction lending command signal transmitted from the medal sand 20 in response to the fraction lending request acknowledge signal. It is received via the SAGE signal line that functions as the fraction lending command signal line in the T4 ′ period. Further, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending completion signal transmitting means transmits the fraction lending completion signal to the SEGF signal line functioning as the fraction lending completion signal line in the T4 ′ period which is a non-input period of the strobe signal. Is to be sent through.

  Next, an interface between the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 will be described with reference to FIGS.

  FIG. 24 is a circuit diagram illustrating an example of a circuit for transmitting and receiving signals between the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B and the medal sand 20. As shown in this circuit diagram, the AC voltage 24V output from the AC power source 500 provided on the pachislot machine 10B side is input to the power circuit 501 on the medal sand 20 side via the relay board 25. The power supply circuit 501 includes a rectifier circuit and a smoothing capacitor, converts the AC voltage 24V into a DC voltage (18V) by the rectifier circuit, smoothes the ripple by the smoothing capacitor, and applies it to various circuits and electronic devices. Is. A DC voltage VL (DC + 18V) is supplied from the power supply circuit 501.

  Photocouplers 401 to 403 are connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21, and photocouplers 302 to 303 are connected to the I / O 12 d of the payout control board 12. A PSI signal line is connected to the photocoupler 401, a BRDY signal line is connected between the photocoupler 402 and the photocoupler 302, and a BRQ signal line is connected between the photocoupler 403 and the photocoupler 303. .

  Here, in the photocoupler 401, the collector terminal of the phototransistor is connected to the I / O 224, and the emitter terminal is grounded. The VL is supplied to the anode side of the LED of the photocoupler 401, and the cathode side is connected to one end of the PSI signal line. The other end of the PSI signal line is connected to a ground circuit provided in the I / O 12d of the pachislot machine 10B. Therefore, when the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B are connected, current flows from the anode to the cathode of the LED to emit light, illuminate the phototransistor, and the current flows between the collector and emitter of the phototransistor with the light. Yes. That is, connection confirmation is performed between the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B and the medal sand 20 by confirming (detecting) this current (or current flowing through the LED).

  Next, in the photocoupler 402, the cathode side of the LED is connected to the I / O 224, and VL is supplied to the anode side. Further, the collector terminal of the phototransistor of the photocoupler 402 is connected to one end of the BRDY signal line, and the emitter terminal is grounded. The other end of the BRDY signal line is connected to the cathode side of the LED of the photocoupler 302, and VL is supplied to the anode side of the LED. The collector terminal of the phototransistor of the photocoupler 302 is connected to the I / O 12d, and the emitter terminal is grounded. Therefore, when a current is passed through the LED of the photocoupler 402, a current flows between the collector and the emitter of the phototransistor, and the voltage at the collector terminal drops (that is, the cathode voltage of the LED of the photocoupler 302 drops). A current flows through the LED of the photocoupler 302 due to the drop, and light is emitted, and a current flows between the collector and the emitter of the phototransistor. Thereby, the lending possible signal and the lending end signal are transmitted from the I / O 224 to the I / O 12d via the BRDY signal line. That is, the photocoupler 402 on the medal sand 20 side functions as a transmission circuit, and the photocoupler 302 on the pachislot machine 10B side functions as a reception circuit.

  Similarly, the photocoupler 403 and the photocoupler 303 are also connected to each end of the BRQ signal line, and the lending request signal via the BRQ signal line is transmitted from the I / O 224 to the I / O 12d. And the lending command signal is transmitted. That is, the photocoupler 403 on the medal sand 20 side functions as a transmission circuit, and the photocoupler 303 on the pachislot machine 10B side functions as a reception circuit.

  The I / O 224 on the medal sand 20 side has a photocoupler as a receiving circuit, contrary to the photocoupler 402 connected to one end of the BRDY signal line and the photocoupler 403 connected to one end of the BRQ signal line. 405 and 406 are connected, and the I / O 12d on the pachislot machine 10B side is opposite to the photocoupler 302 connected to the other end of the BRDY signal line and the photocoupler 303 connected to the other end of the BRQ signal line. In addition, photocouplers 305 and 306 as transmission circuits are connected. Note that a DC voltage VP different from the VL is supplied to the anode side of the LEDs of the pachislot machine side photocouplers 305 and 306 as the transmission circuit. A PRDY signal line is connected between the photocoupler 405 and the photocoupler 305, and an EXS signal line is connected between the photocoupler 406 and the photocoupler 306. As a result, the payout enable signal is transmitted from the I / O 12d to the I / O 224 via the PRDY signal line. A request acknowledge signal and a loan completion signal are transmitted from the I / O 12d to the I / O 224 via the EXS signal line.

  Further, a photocoupler 407 as a receiving circuit is connected to the detection circuit 213 on the medal sand 20 side, and a loan button 15 is connected to the cathode side of the LED of the photocoupler 407. When the lending button 15 is pressed, a current flows through the LED of the photocoupler 407, and a current flows between the collector and the emitter of the phototransistor. The detection circuit 213 detects the pressing operation of the lending button 15 by detecting this current.

  A photocoupler 408 as a receiving circuit is connected to the detection circuit 213 on the medal sand 20 side, and a return button 16 is connected to the cathode side of the LED of the photocoupler 408. When the return button 16 is pressed, a current flows through the LED of the photocoupler 408, and a current flows between the collector and emitter of the phototransistor. The detection circuit 213 detects the pressing operation of the return button 16 by detecting this current.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 25 and FIG. 26, the interface of the 7-segment LED (segment indicators 14a to 14c constituting the remaining frequency indicator 14) in the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 will be described.

  First, referring to FIG. 25, the interface of the conventional segment indicators 14a to 14c will be described. In the conventional interface, photocouplers 411 to 413 that transmit strobe signals for dynamic lighting control of the segment display units 14 a to 14 c are connected to the LED drive circuit 212. The emitter side of the phototransistors of these photocouplers 411 to 413 is grounded, and the base terminal and collector terminal of the transistor are connected to the collector side, and an output signal (that is, positive voltage) from the emitter terminal of this transistor. This is applied to the segment indicators 14a to 14c via strobe signal lines (DG1 signal line to DG3 signal line). Here, the output signal (strobe signal) is applied to the anode side of the 7-segment LED constituting the segment display (which is a common electrode for the 7 LEDs). The application of the output signal (strobe signal) is repeatedly performed in the order of the DG1 signal line, the DG2 signal line, and the DG3 signal line (that is, the order of the segment indicators 14a, 14b, and 14c) as shown in FIG.

  The LED drive circuit 212 is connected to the cathode side of the LEDs of the photocouplers 421 to 427 that transmit display data signals to the seven LEDs for display of the segment indicators 14a to 14c, and VL is supplied to the anode side. Yes. The phototransistor emitter sides of these photocouplers 421 to 427 are grounded, and the collector side is an LED (A that constitutes the segment indicators 14a to 14c via display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line)). ) To the cathode side of the LED (G). As a result, the LED drive circuit 212 causes a current to flow through the LEDs of the photocouplers 421 to 427, so that the voltage on the cathode side of the LEDs (A) to LED (G) drops. Here, in the LED (A) to LED (G) of the segment display to which the strobe signal is applied, a positive voltage is applied to the anode side, so that a current flows from the anode side to the cathode side and lights up. That is, display is performed according to the display data signal only in the segment indicators 14a to 14c to which the strobe signal is applied.

  That is, the display data signal corresponding to the first digit display (segment display 14a) is transmitted during the transmission period of the strobe signal by the DG1 signal line, and the display corresponding to the second digit display (segment display 14b). The transmission of the data signal is performed during the transmission period of the strobe signal by the DG2 signal line, and the transmission of the display data signal corresponding to the third digit display (segment indicator 14c) is performed during the transmission period of the strobe signal by the DG3 signal line. To do.

  Next, referring to FIG. 26, the interface of the segment indicators 14a to 14c of the present invention will be described. In the conventional interface shown in FIG. 25, photocouplers 421 to 427 for outputting display data signals to each segment (LED) are provided, but a circuit for receiving information transmitted from the pachinko side 100 is provided. There is also no circuit for transmitting / receiving information to / from the medal sand 20 on the pachislot machine 10B side. On the other hand, in the interface of the present invention shown in FIG. 26, the photocoupler 431 is connected to the display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) on the medal sand 20 side and enables reception of information from the pachislot machine 10B. To 437 are provided. On the pachislot machine 10B side, photocouplers 321 to 327 that are connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) and that can receive information from the medal sand 20 are provided. Photocouplers 331 to 337 that can transmit the information are provided.

  These display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) and the photocouplers (421 to 427, 431 to 437, 321 to 327, 331 to 337) connected to the display data signal lines are fractional amounts. Functioning as an interface for performing communication for lending medals corresponding to the number (that is, the fractional number), and each function will be described below. The functions of the photocouplers 411 to 413 and the strobe signal lines (DG1 signal line to DG3 signal line) shown in FIG. 26 are the same as those shown in FIG.

  As in FIG. 25, the LED drive circuit 212 is connected to the cathode side of the LEDs of the photocouplers 421 to 427 that transmit display data signals to the seven LEDs for display of the segment indicators 14a to 14c. On the side, VL is supplied. The emitter side of the phototransistors of these photocouplers 421 to 427 is grounded, and the collector side is an LED constituting the segment indicators 14a to 14c via display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line), respectively. (A)-It is connected with the cathode side of LED (G). In parallel with each of the photocouplers 421 to 427, photocouplers 431 to 437 for receiving signals transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B via display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line) are provided. ing. In these photocouplers 431 to 437, the cathode side of the LED is connected to the collector side (display data signal line) of the phototransistor of the photocouplers 421 to 427, and VL is supplied to the anode side. The emitter terminals of the phototransistors of the photocouplers 431 to 437 are grounded, and the collector terminal is connected to the I / O 224 of the control unit 21. That is, the control unit 21 receives a signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B via the display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line).

  Here, the photocouplers 421 to 427 are examples of signal output circuits and are connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line), and the display data signal, fractional number signal, fractional lending request signal, fractional number. A loan command signal and a transmission request for fractional correspondence information are output. The photocouplers 431 to 437 are examples of signal input circuits, and are connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal lines to SEGG signal lines) in parallel with signal output circuits (photocouplers 421 to 427). The signal transmitted from the photocouplers 331 to 337 for transmission, which will be described later, is input to the control unit 21. According to this, not only the display data signal and the fractional number signal are output to the pachislot machine 10B via the display data signal line, but also various signals transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B are input via the display data signal line. be able to.

  During output of the signal from the signal output circuit (photocouplers 421 to 427), the voltage on the cathode side of the LED of the signal input circuit (photocouplers 431 to 437) drops and current flows. A signal is input to the 21 I / O 224. At this time, the control unit 21 does not perform any processing on the input signal. That is, the control unit 21 invalidates the signal input to the signal input circuit (photocouplers 431 to 437) while the signal is output from the signal output circuit (photocouplers 421 to 427). According to this, the signal output circuit (photocouplers 421 to 427) and the signal input circuit (photocouplers 431 to 437) are connected in parallel to the display data signal line, thereby allowing the signal input circuit to output the display data signal. Inconvenience due to the input of a signal can be avoided.

  Photocouplers 321 to 327 for receiving signals transmitted from the medal sand 20 are provided on the pachislot machine 10B side of each display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line). In these photocouplers 321-327, the emitter terminal of the phototransistor is grounded, and the collector terminal is connected to the I / O 12d of the payout control board 12. Further, the cathode side of the LEDs of the photocouplers 321 to 327 is connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line), respectively, and VL is supplied to the anode side. That is, the photocouplers 321 to 327 pay the signals output from the transmission photocouplers 421 to 427 in the medal sand 20 and transmitted via the display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line). It is a circuit for receiving by. Further, photocouplers 331 to 337 for transmitting signals to the medal sand 20 are provided in parallel with the photocouplers 321 to 327, respectively. 327 is connected to the cathode side (and display data signal line) of the LED, and the emitter side is grounded. The VP is supplied to the anode side of the LEDs of the photocouplers 331 to 337, and the cathode side is connected to the I / O 12 d of the payout control board 12. That is, the photocouplers 331 to 337 are circuits for transmitting signals from the payout control board 12 to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via display data signal lines (SEGA to SEGG).

  Here, the photocouplers 331 to 337 are examples of signal output circuits, and are connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal lines to SEGG signal lines), and send signals to the control unit 21 (photocouplers 431 to 437). Output. According to this, not only a signal transmitted from the medal sand 20 is input via the display data signal line, but also various signals can be output to the medal sand 20 via the display data signal line. . The photocouplers 321 to 327 are examples of signal input circuits, and are connected to display data signal lines (SEGA signal lines to SEGG signal lines) in parallel with the signal output circuits (photocouplers 331 to 337). A number signal, a fraction lending request signal, a fraction lending command signal, and a transmission request for fraction correspondence information are input.

  During the output of the signal from the signal output circuit (photocouplers 331 to 337), the voltage on the cathode side of the LED of the signal input circuit (photocouplers 321 to 327) drops and the current flows, so the payout control A signal is input to the I / O 12 d of the substrate 12. At this time, the payout control board 12 does not perform any processing on the input signal. That is, the payout control board 12 invalidates the input of signals to the signal input circuits (photocouplers 321 to 327) during the output of signals from the signal output circuits (photocouplers 331 to 337). According to this, a signal output circuit (photocouplers 331 to 337) and a signal input circuit (photocouplers 321 to 327) are connected in parallel to the display data signal line, so that a signal is output to the signal input circuit during signal output. Inconvenience due to input can be avoided.

  As described above, according to the present invention, the signal output circuit (medal sand side photocouplers 421 to 427) and the signal input circuit (medal) are connected to the display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line). Sand-side photocouplers 431 to 437) are connected, and a signal output circuit on the pachislot machine 10B side (photocouplers 331 to 337 on the pachislot machine side) and a signal input circuit (photocouplers 321 to 327 on the pachislot machine side). Is connected, bidirectional signals can be exchanged between the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B.

  Therefore, for example, the gaming machine ID (chip ID) stored in the ROM provided on the gaming control board 11 of the pachislot machine 10B is transferred from the gaming control board 11 via the payout control board 12 and the display data signal line. 21, and further transmitted from the medal sand 20 to the center server 5 via the system computer 4. The transmitted gaming machine ID and the gaming machine ID managed by the center server 5 (for example, a pachislot machine) The center server 5 collates the gaming machine ID registered at the time of factory shipment of 10B and the gaming machine ID registered when the pachislot machine 10B is sold as a used machine), so that the pachislot machine corresponding to the gaming machine ID is matched. It is possible to provide a gaming machine counterfeit monitoring service and a gaming machine history tracking service for confirming whether the machine 10B is a regular pachislot machine 10B. Note that the gaming machine ID may be transmitted from the gaming control board 11 to the control unit 21 via the display data signal line without going through the payout control board 12. Further, game data generated by the game in the pachislot machine 10B (collection number of times, number of games, etc.) is collected (stored) on the game control board 11 and the game data is sent to the center server 5 via the medal sand 20. May be sent to and managed.

  Next, the exchange of signals between the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B when the fraction lending process is performed will be described. Regarding the unit lending process, the signal exchange shown in S1 to S7 of FIG. 9 in the first embodiment is performed between the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B.

  FIG. 28 is a timing chart illustrating an example of the fraction lending process. When the fraction lending process is performed in the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode and the pachislot machine 10B as the CR machine, the following signals are exchanged between the two.

  First, when the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 detects the operation of the lending button 15 by the detection circuit 213 in the standby state in which the PRDY LOW (payable signal) is received, the BRDY signal is set by setting BRDY to LOW. A lending possible signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachi-slot machine 10B via the line (S2).

  In this state, the LED drive circuit 212 of the medal sand 20 performs control to extend the T4 period, which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, to the T4 ′ period based on a command from the control unit 21, and controls the medal sand 20 The unit 21 transmits a fractional number signal to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the SEGA signal line to the SEGD signal line functioning as a fraction game medium number signal line in the T4 ′ period.

  Here, when the display data signal line functions as a fraction game medium number signal line, the SEGA signal line functions as a signal line for designating 2 to the power of 0 = one fractional number, and the SEGB signal line is 1 of 2. Power = 2 functions as a signal line for designating a fractional number of 2 sheets, SEGC signal line functions as a signal line for designating a square of 2 = 4 fractional number of sheets, and a SEGD signal line is 2 3 Multiplier = functions as a signal line for designating 8 fractional sheets.

  Therefore, an arbitrary number of fractional sheets up to 1 + 2 + 4 + 8 = 15 can be designated in one cycle by combining fractional number signals transmitted via the SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line. For example, when specifying 3 as the fractional number, as shown in the figure, the fractional number signal of 1 + 2 = 3 is designated by transmitting the fractional number signal through the SEGA signal line and the SEGB signal line in the first cycle. .

  In this example, since the unit amount is 105 yen, that is, the unit number is 5, the fractional number is 4 or less. Therefore, the fractional number is not designated by the SEGD signal line. Is 525 yen, that is, when the unit number is 25, the fractional number is 24 or less, so the fractional number may be specified by the SEGD signal line, and when the fractional number is 16 or more Specify the number of fractions in two periods. For example, when 17 is specified as the fractional number, a fractional number signal is transmitted through the SEGA signal line, the SEGB signal line, the SEGC signal line, and the SEGD signal line during the T4 ′ period of the first cycle, although not shown. By transmitting a fractional number signal through the SEGB signal line in the second period T4 ′, a fractional number of (1 + 2 + 4 + 8) + 2 = 17 is designated.

  Next, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 sets the SEG to LOW in this state, so that the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B passes through the SEG signal line functioning as a fraction lending request signal line in the T4 ′ period. A fraction lending request signal is transmitted (S3). Next, when the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B receives the SEGE LOW (fractional lending request signal) in a state where the BRDY LOW (lending available signal) is received, the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal is lent. SEGF signal that confirms whether or not preparation (loan preparation) is complete, and sets SEGF to LOW on the condition that the loan preparation is complete, thereby functioning as a fraction loan request acknowledgment signal line in the T4 ′ period A fraction lending request acknowledge signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the line (S4).

  Next, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 that has received the LOW (fractional lending request acknowledge signal) of the SEGF sets the SEGE to HIGH, thereby passing the SEGE signal line functioning as a fractional lending command signal line in the T4 ′ period. A fraction lending command signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B (S5). Next, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B that has received the SEGE HIGH (fractional lending command signal) outputs a payout signal to the medal payout device 13, and based on this, the number of fractional number signals indicates the number. When the medal is paid out and SEGF is set to HIGH based on the completion of the payout, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the SEGF signal line functioning as a fraction lending completion signal line in the T4 ′ period. A fraction lending completion signal is transmitted to (S6). The control of S3 to S6 is performed within one cycle T4 'period. In FIG. 28, the length of the T4 'period is shown to be different, but this is for convenience of drawing, and the length of the T4' period in this embodiment is the same.

  Then, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 that has received the SEGF HIGH (fractional lending completion signal) performs a process of setting the remaining amount stored in the RAM to 0, and sets the remaining frequency display 14 to 0. Perform the process. Based on the end of these controls, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 sets BRDY to HIGH, and outputs a loan end signal to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line (S7). ) The LED drive circuit 212 of the medal sand 20 performs control to return the extended T4 ′ period to the normal T4 period, and ends the fraction lending process.

  Next, only the differences between the actions of the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B according to the second embodiment and the actions of the medal sand 20 and the pachislot machine 10B according to the first embodiment will be described.

  First, in the operation of the medal sand 20, the power-on process is compared with the process shown in FIG. 7 of the first embodiment in SU33 during the T4 period, which is the strobe signal non-transmission period. In the non-transmission period of the strobe signal at SU 35, the transmission control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10 B is requested to transmit fractional correspondence information via a display data signal line that does not function as a number signal line (eg, SEGG signal line). Whether there is reception of fraction correspondence information transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via a display data signal line (here, SEGG signal line) in response to a transmission request for the fraction correspondence information in a certain T4 period Only the point of judging whether or not is different, and the other points are the same. The cash machine mode business process (FIG. 11), the CR machine mode business process (FIG. 12), the CR machine mode deposit process (FIG. 13), and the CR machine mode unit lending process (FIG. 14) Unlike the first embodiment, the fraction lending process is the same as that of the first embodiment, but the process shown in FIG. 29 is performed instead of the process shown in FIG.

  As for the operation of the pachislot machine 10B, the processing at power-on is compared with the processing shown in FIG. 16 of the first embodiment in SP03 during the T4 period which is the non-input period of the strobe signal. In the point of waiting for the transmission request of the fraction correspondence information transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the display data signal line in the T04 period which is the non-input period of the strobe signal in SP04, Only the point correspondence information is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20, and the other points are the same. As for the lending process, unlike the first embodiment, the process shown in FIG. 30 is performed instead of the process shown in FIG.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of a fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment. In the fraction lending process in the CR machine mode, first, the fraction number specifying means specifies the fraction number from the stored fraction amount (SU201), and performs control to extend the non-transmission period of the strobe signal. Then, as shown in FIG. 27B, control is performed to extend the T4 period to the T4 ′ period (SU202). Then, as shown in FIG. 28, the fractional number signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line which are display data signal lines (SU203), and further the display data signal. The fraction lending request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 by switching the voltage level of the SAGE signal line from HIGH to LOW via the SAGE signal line which is a line (SU204).

  After the transmission processing of the SU 204, the SU 205 enters a state of waiting for reception of a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal (a state of waiting for switching of the voltage level of the SEGF signal line from HIGH to LOW). When the reception of the fraction lending request acknowledge signal is detected in this SU 205 (YES), the voltage level of the SAGE signal line is switched from LOW to HIGH via the SAGE signal line which is a display data signal line, thereby providing a fraction lending command signal. Is transmitted to the payout control board 12 (SU206).

  After the transmission processing of the SU 206, in S207, the reception of the fraction lending completion signal is awaited (the state of waiting for the switching of the voltage level of the SEGF signal line from LOW to HIGH). When the reception of the fraction lending completion signal is detected in S207 (YES), the stored balance is updated to 0, the display of the balance indicator 23 is set to 0 (SU208), and the non-transmission period of the strobe signal is changed from the period T4 ′. Returning to the T4 period (SU209), the fraction lending process is terminated.

  According to the medal sand 20 according to the second embodiment described above, a conventional pachislot machine 10B including a valuable value indicator such as the remaining frequency indicator 14, and a conventional medal sand 20 corresponding to the pachislot machine 10B, Since the fractional number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal via the display data signal line (SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line) included in the signal line connecting between the two, the fractional number signal is transmitted. No need to add a new signal line, and it is not necessary to change the interface on the pachislot machine side, and the number of game media indicated by the fractional number signal can be lent in the fraction-compatible pachislot machine. Compatibility with other pachislot machines can be guaranteed. Moreover, since the fractional number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the display of the valuable value display is not affected.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in the pachislot machine 10B which is a CR machine according to the second embodiment. In the lending process of the CR machine, first, the reception of the lending possible signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the BRDY signal line is waited. If it is determined in SP201 that a loanable signal has been received (YES), a loan request signal received from the control unit 21 via the BRQ signal line (SP210) or a display data signal line The system waits for reception of a fractional number signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via a certain SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line (SP220).

  If it is determined in SP210 that a loan request signal has been received (YES), it is confirmed whether or not preparations for lending medals for a unit number of sheets are ready and on condition that the preparations are ready. The request acknowledge signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 by switching the voltage level of the EXS signal line from HIGH to LOW via the EXS signal line (SP212).

  After the transmission process of SP212, in SP213, it will be in the state which waits for reception of the lending command signal transmitted from the control part 21 via a BRQ signal line. If it is determined in SP213 that a loan command signal has been received (YES), the game medium lending processing unit performs the unit number lending process (SP214) and waits for the completion of the unit number lending process. (SP215). If it is determined in SP215 that the unit number lending process has been completed (YES), the voltage level of the EXS signal line is switched from LOW to HIGH via the EXS signal line, whereby the lending completion signal is transmitted to the control unit. 21 (SP216).

  After SP 216 transmission processing, SP 217 waits for a predetermined time to receive a loan end signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the BRDY signal line. If it is determined in SP217 that a loan end signal is received within a predetermined time (YES), the process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in SP217 that no loan end signal has been received within a predetermined time (NO), the process returns to SP210.

  If it is determined in SP220 that a fractional number signal has been received (YES), that is, it is determined that a fractional number signal has been received via the display data signal line during the T4 ′ period, which is a strobe signal non-input period. , Go to SP221. As described above, since the fractional number signal is received via the display data signal line during the non-input period of the strobe signal, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for receiving the fractional number signal, and the pachislot machine Without adding a new interface corresponding to the signal line on the 10B side, not only is it possible to lend medals of the number indicated by the fractional number signal, but compatibility with conventional gaming machines is also possible. Can also be secured. Moreover, since the fractional number signal is received during the non-input period of the strobe signal, the display of the remaining frequency indicator 14 is not affected.

  In SP221, a reception of the fraction lending request signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the SAGE signal line functioning as a fraction lending request signal line among the display data signal lines is awaited. If it is determined in SP221 that a fraction lending request signal has been received (YES), it is confirmed whether or not preparations for lending medals for the fractional number are ready, and the preparation is complete. In SP222, by switching the voltage level of the SEGF signal line from HIGH to LOW via the SEGF signal line functioning as a fraction loan request acknowledge signal line of the display data signal lines, the fraction loan request acknowledge signal control is performed. Transmit to the unit 21 (SP222).

  After the transmission processing at SP222, at SP223, the reception of the fraction lending command signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the SAGE signal line functioning as a fraction lending command signal line among the display data signal lines is waited. . If it is determined in SP223 that a fraction lending command signal has been received (YES), the gaming medium lending processing means performs the fractional number lending process (SP224) and waits for completion of the fractional number lending process. (SP225). If it is determined at SP 225 that the fraction lending process has been completed (YES), the voltage level of the SEGF signal line is set via the SEGF signal line functioning as a fraction lending completion signal line among the display data signal lines. By switching from LOW to HIGH, a fraction lending completion signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 (SP226). The processing of SP221 to SP226 is performed within one cycle T4 'period.

  Since the fraction lending request signal, the fraction lending request acknowledgment signal, and the fraction lending command signal are transmitted and received in this way, the pachislot machine 10B is not ready to lend medals of the number indicated by the fractional number signal. Since there is no need to receive a lending command, and transmission and reception of signals for that purpose are performed via the display data signal line, there is no need to add a new signal line and a new one corresponding to the signal line on the gaming machine side. There is no need to add an interface, and compatibility with conventional gaming machines can be ensured.

  After the transmission processing of SP226, in SP227, it is in a state of waiting for reception of a loan end signal transmitted from the control unit 21 via the BRDY signal line. If it is determined in SP 227 that a loan end signal has been received (YES), the process ends.

  In each of the diagrams shown in FIGS. 29 to 30, a predetermined error processing is performed if the signals and information are not received within a predetermined time in a state of waiting for reception of various signals and information. Is done.

[2 '. Medal Sand 20 According to Modification of Second Embodiment]
Next, the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 according to a modification of the second embodiment will be described. As described above, the modified example of the second embodiment is different from the second embodiment only in the method of transmitting / receiving (so-called handshake) the fraction lending request signal, the fraction lending request acknowledge signal, and the fraction lending command signal. The other points are the same. Specifically, only a part of the function of the payout control board 12 in the pachislot machine 10B, the function of the control unit 21 in the medal sand 20, and the function of the signal line for connecting between the pachislot machine 10B and the medal sand 20 are shown. Therefore, the different points will be described below.

  First, the display data signal line in the modified example of the second embodiment functions as the fraction game medium number signal line in the T4 ′ period which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, but the fraction lending request signal line, the fraction It does not function as a loan request acknowledge signal line or the fraction loan command signal line. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 31, which will be described later, the SEGA signal line to the SAGE signal line are signal lines for transmitting the fraction signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B. Functions as a signal line.

  In a modification of the second embodiment, the BRQ signal line is a signal line for requesting the fraction lending request signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B, and the fraction lending command. It functions as a fraction lending command signal line which is a signal line for transmitting a signal from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10B. Further, in the modification of the second embodiment, the EXS signal line is a signal line for transmitting the fraction lending request acknowledge signal from the pachislot machine 10B to the medal sand 20 and the fraction lending request acknowledge signal line. It functions as a fraction lending completion signal line which is a signal line for transmitting a lending completion signal from the pachislot machine 10 </ b> B to the medal sand 20.

  In the modification of the second embodiment, the control unit 21 transmits the fraction lending request signal via a BRQ signal line (lending request signal line) that functions as the fraction lending request signal line. In addition, the control unit 21 uses the EXS signal line (request acknowledge signal line) functioning as the fraction loan request acknowledge signal line, the fraction loan request acknowledge signal transmitted from the pachislot machine 10B in response to the fraction loan request signal. Receive via.

  The control unit 21 transmits the fraction lending command signal via a BRQ signal line (lending command signal line) that functions as the fraction lending command signal line. Furthermore, the control unit 21 receives the fraction lending completion signal via an EXS signal line (lending completion signal line) that functions as the fraction lending completion signal line.

  Further, in a modification of the second embodiment, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending request signal receiving means converts the fraction lending request signal into a BRQ signal line (lending request signal line functioning as the fraction lending request signal line). ) Via. The payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending request acknowledgment signal transmitting means is ready to lend medals for the fractional number based on the reception of the fraction lending request signal by the fraction lending request signal receiving means. The fraction lending request acknowledge signal is transmitted via the EXS signal line (request acknowledge signal line) functioning as the fraction lending request acknowledge signal line.

  The payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending command signal receiving means functions as the fraction lending command signal line using the fraction lending command signal transmitted from the medal sand 20 in response to the fraction lending request acknowledge signal. Received via a BRQ signal line (lending command signal line). Further, the payout control board 12 functioning as the fraction lending completion signal transmitting means transmits the fraction lending completion signal via the EXS signal line (lending completion signal line) functioning as the fraction lending completion signal line.

  In the modification of the second embodiment, the payout control board 12 transmits the recognized number signal through the display data signal line. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 31 to be described next, the recognized number signal having the same waveform as the fraction number signal received via the display data signal line (here, the SEGA signal line to the SEGE signal line) is used as the T4 ′. Reply via the display data signal line during the period. In the modification of the second embodiment, the control unit 21 detects reception of the recognized number signal and recognizes the number of medals (= recognized number) indicated by the recognized number signal.

  FIG. 31 is a timing chart illustrating an example of the fraction lending process according to the modification of the second embodiment. When the fraction lending process is performed in the medal sand 20 in the CR machine mode and the pachislot machine 10B as the CR machine according to the modification of the second embodiment, the following signals are exchanged between the two.

  First, when the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 detects the operation of the lending button 15 by the detection circuit 213 in the standby state in which the PRDY LOW (payable signal) is received, the BRDY signal is set by setting BRDY to LOW. A lending possible signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachi-slot machine 10B via the line (S2).

  In this state, the LED drive circuit 212 of the medal sand 20 performs control to extend the T4 period, which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, to the T4 ′ period based on a command from the control unit 21, and controls the medal sand 20 The unit 21 transmits a fractional number signal to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the SEGA signal line to the SAGE signal line functioning as a fraction game medium number signal line in the T4 ′ period.

  Here, when the display data signal line functions as a fraction game medium number signal line, the SEGA signal line to SEGD signal line function in the same manner as in the second embodiment, and the SEGE signal line is a power of 2 = 16 fractions. Functions as a signal line for designating the number of sheets. Accordingly, by combining fractional number signals transmitted via the SEGA signal line to the SEGE signal line, an arbitrary number of fractional numbers up to 1 + 2 + 4 + 8 + 16 = 31 can be designated in one cycle.

  In this example, since the unit amount is 105 yen, that is, the unit number is 5, the fractional number is 4 or less. Therefore, the fractional number is not designated by the SEGD signal line and the SEGD signal line. If the unit amount is 525 yen, that is, the unit number is 25, the fractional number is 24 or less, so the fractional number may be designated by the SEGD signal line and the SEGE signal line.

  Next, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B receives the fractional number signal in the second period T4 ′ based on the reception of the fractional number signal via the display data signal line (here, the SEGA signal line). A recognized number signal having the same waveform as the number signal is returned via the display data signal line (specifically, via the transmission photocouplers 331 to 335 shown in FIG. 26). According to this, since the recognized number signal is transmitted to the medal sand 20, it is confirmed whether or not the designated fraction number and the recognized number recognized by the pachislot machine 10B match in the medal sand 20. For example, by sending a fractional lending request signal on condition that they match, or by sending a fractional number signal that re-specifies the shortage if there is a shortage, an accurate medal loan Is possible.

  Next, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 sets BRQ to LOW in this state, thereby transmitting a fraction lending request signal to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line (S3). Next, when the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B receives a BLOW LOW (fractional lending request signal) in a state of receiving a BRDY LOW (lending possible signal), it prepares to lend medals for the fractional number (lending). If it is determined whether or not (preparation) is complete and the loan preparation is complete, by setting EXS to LOW, a request for fractional loan is sent to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line. An acknowledgment signal is transmitted (S4).

  Next, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 that has received the LOW of the EXS (fractional lending request acknowledge signal) sets the BRQ to HIGH, and thereby the fractional part to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line. A loan command signal is transmitted (S5). Next, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B that has received the HIGH (fractional lending command signal) of the BRQ outputs a payout signal to the medal payout device 13, and based on this, the number of the fractional number signal indicates A medal is paid out and, based on the completion of the payout, by setting EXS to HIGH, a fraction lending completion signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line (S6). The control of S3 to S6 is performed within one cycle T4 'period.

  Then, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 that has received the HIGH (fractional lending completion signal) of EXS performs a process of setting the remaining amount stored in the RAM to 0, and sets the display of the remaining frequency indicator 14 to 0. Perform the process. Based on the end of these controls, the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 sets BRDY to HIGH, and outputs a loan end signal to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRDY signal line (S7). ) The LED drive circuit 212 of the medal sand 20 performs control to return the extended T4 ′ period to the normal T4 period, and ends the fraction lending process.

  Next, with reference to FIG.29 and FIG.30, the effect | action of the medal sand 20 of CR machine mode and the pachislot machine 10B which is CR machine based on the modification of 2nd Embodiment is demonstrated.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process in the CR machine mode medal sand 20 according to the modification of the second embodiment. Compared to the second embodiment, only the processes of SU203 to SU207 are performed. Since they are different, only the different processing will be described.

  In the SU 203, as shown in FIG. 31, in the T4 ′ period (first period) which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the SEGA signal line to SEGE functioning as a fraction game medium number signal line among the display data signal lines. A fractional number signal is transmitted to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the signal line, and the process proceeds to SU203 ′.

  As described above, since the fractional number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal through the display data signal line, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for transmitting the fractional number signal, and the pachislot machine It is not necessary to change the interface on the 10B side, and not only can the number of medals indicated by the fractional number signal be lent in the fraction-compatible gaming machine, but also compatibility with conventional gaming machines can be ensured. In addition, since the fractional number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the display of the remaining frequency indicator 14 is not affected. Further, when the fractional number signal is transmitted, control is performed to extend the T4 period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, to the T4 ′ period, thereby reducing the possibility of the fractional number signal being lost on the pachislot machine 10B side. Is done.

  In the SU 203 ′, as shown in FIG. 31, in the T4 ′ period (second period) which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the SEGA signal line functioning as a fraction game medium number signal line among the display data signal lines It waits for reception of the recognized number signal transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the SAGE signal line. If it is determined in SU 203 ′ that the recognized number signal is received (YES), the fraction number specified in SU 201 and the recognized number indicated by the recognized number signal received in SU 203 ′ match in SU 204 ′. It is determined whether or not to do. If it is determined in SU 204 ′ that the two do not match (NO), the pachislot machine 10B recognizes a number different from the fractional number indicated by the fractional number signal due to the influence of noise or the like. An error process for notifying that effect is performed by a multifunctional lamp (not shown) (SU205 ′), and the process is terminated.

  If it is determined at SU 204 ′ that both match (YES), a fraction lending request signal is sent to the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the BRQ signal line functioning as a fraction lending request signal line at SU 204. Then, in SU205, reception of the fraction lending request acknowledge signal transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line functioning as the fraction lending request acknowledge signal line is waited.

  If it is determined at SU 205 that a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal has been received (YES), at SU 206, the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B is connected via the BRQ signal line functioning as a fraction lending command signal line. A fraction lending command signal is transmitted, and reception of a fraction lending completion signal transmitted from the payout control board 12 of the pachislot machine 10B via the EXS signal line functioning as a fraction lending completion signal line is awaited at SU207. If it is determined at SU 207 that a fraction lending completion signal has been received (YES), the process proceeds to SU 208.

  Since the fraction lending request signal, the fraction lending request acknowledge signal, and the fraction lending command signal are transmitted and received in this way, the pachislot machine 10B side is not ready to lend the number of medals indicated by the fraction number signal. No lending command is issued, and signal transmission / reception is performed via a lending request signal line (BRQ signal line), a request acknowledge signal line (EXS signal line), and a lending command signal line (BRQ signal line). Therefore, it is not necessary to add a new signal line, and it is not necessary to add a new interface corresponding to the signal line on the gaming machine side, thereby ensuring compatibility with a conventional gaming machine.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in the pachislot machine 10B which is a CR machine according to a modification of the second embodiment, but only the processes of SP220 to SP226 are compared with the second embodiment. Since they are different, only the different processing will be described.

  First, in SP220, as shown in FIG. 31, the SEGA signal line that functions as the fractional game medium number signal line of the display data signal lines in the T4 ′ period (first period) that is the non-input period of the strobe signal. It is determined whether a fractional number signal transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 is received via the SAGE signal line. If it is determined at SP220 that a fractional number signal has been received (YES), the process proceeds to SP220 '. As described above, since the fractional number signal is received via the display data signal line during the non-input period of the strobe signal, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for receiving the fractional number signal, and the pachislot machine Without adding a new interface corresponding to the signal line on the 10B side, it is possible to lend medals of the number indicated by the fractional number signal in the fractional corresponding gaming machine. Moreover, since the fractional number signal is received during the non-input period of the strobe signal, the display of the remaining frequency indicator 14 is not affected.

  In SP220 ′, as shown in FIG. 31, in the T4 ′ period (second period) which is a non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the SEGA signal line to the SEGE signal functioning as a fractional number signal line among the display data signal lines. The recognized number signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the line, and the process proceeds to SP221. In this way, since the recognized number signal is transmitted to the medal sand 20, it is confirmed whether or not the designated loan number and the loan number received by the pachislot machine 10B match in the medal sand 20. For example, by sending a fraction lending request signal on condition that they match, or by sending a fractional number signal re-designating the shortage if there is a shortage, an accurate medal number can be loaned. It becomes possible.

  In SP221, reception of the fraction lending request signal transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRQ signal line functioning as a fraction lending request signal line is awaited. If it is determined in SP221 that a fraction lending request signal has been received (YES), it is confirmed whether or not preparations for lending medals for the fractional number are ready, and the preparation is complete. At SP222, a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal is transmitted to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line functioning as a fraction lending request acknowledgment signal line, and the processing proceeds to SP223.

  In SP223, reception of the fraction lending command signal transmitted from the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the BRQ signal line functioning as a fraction lending command signal line is awaited. If it is determined in SP223 that a fraction lending command signal has been received (YES), in SP224, the medal payout device 13 pays out and lends a fractional number of medals (fractional number lending process), and in SP225. Wait for the completion of the lending process. If it is determined in SP225 that the lending process has been completed (YES), a fractional lending completion signal is sent to the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 via the EXS signal line functioning as a fractional lending completion signal line in SP226. Send to SP227.

  Since the fraction lending request signal, the fraction lending request acknowledge signal, and the fraction lending command signal are transmitted and received in this way, the pachislot machine 10B side is not ready to lend the number of medals indicated by the fraction number signal. No loan command is received, and transmission / reception of signals for that purpose is performed via a loan request signal line (BRQ signal line), a request acknowledge signal line (EXS signal line), and a loan command signal line (BRQ signal line). Therefore, it is not necessary to add a new signal line, and it is not necessary to add a new interface corresponding to the signal line on the gaming machine side, thereby ensuring compatibility with a conventional gaming machine.

[3. Modified example]
Finally, a modification of the present invention will be described.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the example in which the gaming machine is the pachislot machine 10 has been described. However, the gaming machine is not limited thereto, and the gaming machine uses a pachinko machine that uses a pachinko ball as a gaming medium, Parrot (registered trademark), which is a slot machine that uses pachinko balls as a medium, may be used.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, an example in which the gaming machine is a pachislot machine 10 and the gaming medium is a medal has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and CR machines will be widely used in the future. The present invention can be applied to such game machines and game media used in the game machines.

  In the above embodiment, the example in which the value medium is the banknote 2 or the prepaid card 3 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the value medium includes, for example, an IC chip that records information that can specify the amount of electronic money. It may be an IC card or a mobile phone terminal, a debit card that records information that can specify a deposit balance, a credit card that records information that can specify a usage limit.

  In the above embodiment, when the control unit 21 performs the first control, if the card R / W 41 accepts the insertion of the prepaid card 3, the process of instructing the card R / W 41 to eject the prepaid card 3 However, the present invention is not limited to this example, and the number (50 cards) corresponding to a predetermined amount (for example, 1050 yen) within the range of the remaining card amount specified from the recorded information of the received prepaid card 3 is not limited thereto. A process of transmitting a motor drive signal for paying out the medal to the payout control unit 30a of the payout device 30 via the connection terminal 22 may be performed.

  In said embodiment, about the example which performs the process which instruct | indicates discharge | emission of this banknote 2 with respect to the banknote identification machine 31, if the banknote identification machine 31 receives the banknote 2 when the control part 21 performs 2nd control. Although it demonstrated, not only this but specifying the loan frequency and fractional amount from the amount (for example, 1000 yen) of the accepted banknote 2, specifying the fractional number from the fractional amount, and unit loan processing for the loan frequency The fraction lending process may be performed.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3B, the panel detection switch 43 serving as the detection means is pressed by the protrusion 41a provided on the back surface of the panel without supply passage (nozzle-less panel 41) and turned ON. Thus, the example in which it is detected that the panel without the supply passage is detected has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the IC reader as the detection means records the IC chip provided on the back surface of the panel without the supply passage. By reading the information in a non-contact manner, it may be detected that the panel without supply passage is mounted.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3B, the storage space portion 42b is formed in the panel without supply passage (nozzle-less panel 41), and the nozzle-less panel 41 is used for the gaming apparatus (medal sand 20). Although the example in which the storage space is formed by being mounted on the front surface has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and only the opening is formed in the panel without nozzle, and the storage space portion is formed in the medal sand 20 in advance. In addition, by attaching the nozzle-less panel to the front surface of the medal sand 20, the player's belongings may be placed in a storage space portion formed in advance in the medal sand 20.

  In the above embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the example in which the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 directly controls the banknote discriminator 31 and the card R / W 41 has been described. And a control unit for controlling the card R / W 41 so that the control unit and the control unit 21 of the medal sand 20 are connected to each other. May perform the first control and the second control in cooperation with each other.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7, on condition that a control switching signal having a different form from both the payout means connection signal and the empty signal output from the payout means (the payout device 30) is received. In the above description, the operation mode is switched to the second control. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the operation mode is operated on the condition that a control switching signal having a different mode from either the payout means connection signal or the empty signal is received. The form may be switched to the second control. That is, as in the above-described embodiment, not only when both the HIGH dispensing means connection signal and the pulsed empty signal are received, but also when only the HIGH dispensing means connection signal is received, and the pulsed empty signal is Even when it is received, the operation mode may be switched to the second control.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, the near empty signal output from the payout control unit 30a of the payout device 30 is an external device (for example, a counter computer in a prize counter of a game hall or a game office management office). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the near empty signal is not limited to the control unit of the medal sand 20. 21 and may be notified that the medal sand 20 is near empty.

  In this case, the control unit 21 performs the first control (operation for a cash machine) and the second control (operation for a CR machine) based on the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal. The control switching means (conversion adapter 40) transmits a signal having a form different from that of at least one of the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal to the control section as the control switching signal. You may make it do. That is, instead of the pulse-like empty signal shown in FIG. 6B, the pulse-like near-empty signal is used as a control switching signal, and both the HIGH dispensing means connection signal and the pulse-like near-empty signal are received. In this case, the operation mode may be switched to the second control when only the HIGH payout means connection signal is received and when the pulsed near empty signal is received. According to this, the operation mode is switched based on the two types of signals output from the payout device 30, and at least one of the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal output from the payout device 30 is used. Since the operation mode is switched to the second control on condition that a different control switching signal is received, the possibility of accidentally switching from the first control to the second control is reduced.

  Further, the control unit 21 switches between the first control (operation for cash machine) and the second control (operation for CR machine) based on the empty signal and / or the near empty signal. The control switching means (conversion adapter 40) may transmit a signal having a form different from that of at least one of the empty signal and the near empty signal to the control unit as the control switching signal. . That is, when both a pulsed empty signal and a pulsed near empty signal are received, only when a pulsed empty signal is received, and when only a pulsed near empty signal is received, the operation mode is the first. The control may be switched to the second control. According to this, the operation mode can be switched to the second control on condition that a control switching signal different in form from at least one of the empty signal and the near empty signal output from the payout device 30 is received. . It should be noted that a combination of signals that cannot be normally received is received, such as when the empty signal HIGH (that is, no medal) and the near empty signal LOW (that is, when there are more medals than the predetermined amount) are received simultaneously. In this case, the operation mode may be switched to the second control.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6A, the payout means connection signal is a constant signal with a voltage of LOW, and as shown in FIG. The example in which the different control switching signals are constant signals with a high voltage has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the dispensing means connection signal is a constant signal with a high voltage. Different control switching signals may be constant signals with a voltage of LOW. Further, the control switching signal may not be a signal having a constant voltage, but may be a pulse signal that repeats one polarity and opposite polarity every predetermined time.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6A, the empty signal indicates LOW as one polarity in a state where medals are stored in the medal hopper 30b, and no medal is stored in the medal hopper 30b. Although an example in which HIGH is indicated as the reverse polarity has been described, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the empty signal may be a signal indicating HIGH as one polarity and LOW as the reverse polarity.

  In the above embodiment, the near empty signal indicates LOW as one polarity in a state where the number of medals stored in the medal hopper 30b is larger than a predetermined amount, and the number of medals stored in the medal hopper 30b is smaller than the predetermined amount. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the near empty signal may be a signal indicating HIGH as one polarity and LOW as the reverse polarity.

  In the above embodiment, the process indicated by SU11 in FIG. 7 may be performed after the process indicated by SU13. That is, it is detected that the detection means (panel detection switch 43) detects that the panel without supply passage (nozzleless panel 42) is mounted and that the control switching signal is received from the control switching means (conversion adapter 40). As long as the second control is performed, the detection timing by the detection means is not particularly limited.

  In the above embodiment, the example in which the allowable range indicated by SU20 in FIG. 7 is −16 to +16 has been described, but the allowable range is not limited to this. For example, the allowable range may be set to −18 to +18 with a little more margin, and the maximum error may rarely occur, so the allowable range may be set to −14 to +14.

  In the above-described embodiment, an example has been described in which a fractional amount is generated by the consumption tax being collected at the time of lending in the gaming system 1, but this is not limiting, and the gaming system 1 The system may be used other than lending (for example, purchase of goods in a vending machine) and the resulting fractional amount may be used for lending.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the example in which the currency is the banknote 2 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the currency may be a coin, and both the banknote 2 and the coin. It may be. In the CR machine mode, not only 1000 yen bills but also large bills of 1000 yen bills or more may be received and deposited.

  In the above embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 3, the example has been described in which the banknote 2 received by the banknote discriminator 31 is discharged to the outside of the gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) and transported by the banknote transport mechanism. Not limited to this, the accepted money may be stored inside the gaming device.

  In the above embodiment, an example in which the prepaid card 3 is an IC card that records information using a non-contact IC chip has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the prepaid card 3 may be a contact IC chip, magnetic Information may be recorded by a stripe, a two-dimensional code (for example, a barcode), a three-dimensional code, or optical interference (for example, a hologram). Further, these shapes are not limited to the card type, and may be a coin type. Further, the game recording medium may be a mobile phone or the like mounted with an IC chip, instead of the prepaid card 3.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2B, an example in which both the banknote 2 and the prepaid card 3 can be used in the medal sand 20 has been described. Or only the prepaid card 3 may be used.

  In the above embodiment, the game system 1 may be provided with a payment device that can pay out the money corresponding to the remaining amount of the card recorded in the prepaid card 3 and perform payment.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2B and FIG. 4B, an example in which the remaining frequency indicator 14, the loan button 15, and the return button 16 are provided in the pachislot machine 10B has been described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and some or all of these may be provided in the medal sand 20.

  In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the fractional amount is displayed on the remaining frequency display 14 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the remaining number display 14 specifies the fractional number specifying means (control unit 21). Alternatively, the fractional number may be displayed, and the display may be switched between the fractional amount display and the fractional number display.

  In the above embodiment, an example in which the unit amount is an amount including a consumption tax amount has been described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the unit amount may be an amount including a tax amount other than the consumption tax amount (for example, a game tax amount). It may be an amount that does not include the consumption tax amount.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in S4 of FIG. 9, the pachislot machine 10B that has received the lending request signal confirms whether or not the medals are ready to be lent, and if the medals are ready, Although an example in which an acknowledgment signal (that is, a lending preparation signal indicating that preparation for lending a medal is ready) is returned to the medal sandwich 20 has been described, the pachislot machine 10 that receives the lending request signal is not limited thereto. The request acknowledge signal may be returned to the medal sand 20 without performing the confirmation.

  In the above embodiment, the fraction number specifying means (control unit 21) specifies the fractional number by rounding up the number of medals less than one calculated based on the fractional amount (that is, for the fractional amount less than 21 yen, The example of lending medals at the burden of the playground has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of medals calculated based on the fractional amount is rounded down to specify the fractional number (that is, the fractional amount less than 21 yen). May not be lent as a player's burden). Further, in specifying the fractional number, rounding up and rounding down may be alternately repeated. According to this, the burden on the game hall and the burden on the player are averaged. Whether the fraction less than 21 yen is to be borne by the game hall or the player is set by the system controller 4 and transmitted to the gaming device (medal sand 20) for storage. The fractional number may be specified based on the stored contents. Further, the fraction number specifying means specifies the quotient calculated by the formula of “fractional amount / lending amount of one medal including consumption tax (ie, 21 yen)” as the fractional number, and the remainder of the quotient is used as the remaining card amount. The remaining card amount less than the loan amount can be settled, or the card remaining amount less than the loan amount and the deposit amount can be used together for lending.

  In the above embodiment, the example in which the fraction number specifying means (control unit 21) is provided in the gaming device (medal sand 20) and the fraction number is specified in the gaming device has been described, but the present invention is not limited thereto. The fractional number specifying means may be provided in the system controller 4 so that the system controller 4 specifies the fractional number and notifies the gaming device of the specified fractional number.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in SU31 in FIG. 7 and SP1 in FIG. 16, an example in which connection confirmation is automatically performed when the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10) and gaming device (medal sand 20) are turned on. Although described, the present invention is not limited thereto, and connection confirmation may be performed based on a request from either a gaming machine or a gaming device.

  In the above embodiment, the remaining card amount recorded in the prepaid card 3 and the remaining card amount managed in the system controller 4 in association with the card ID of the prepaid card 3 are collated, and collation OK (FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the prepaid card 3 is not recorded with the remaining card amount. Further, it is possible to make a loan using the remaining amount of the card managed by the system controller 4 in association with the card ID of the prepaid card 3, and conversely, the system controller 4 does not manage the remaining amount of the card, but the prepaid Lending using the remaining card amount recorded on the card 3 may be performed.

  In the above-described embodiment, as illustrated in SU 136 of FIG. 12, the example in which the lending process (unit lending process and / or fraction lending process) is performed based on the acceptance of the lending operation has been described. Instead of the lending operation, the lending process may be automatically performed based on reception of the prepaid card 3 or banknote 2, for example.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in SU137 of FIG. 12, an example is described in which a deposit process is performed when money is received while the prepaid card 3 is received. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the deposit process is performed. Without specifying the remaining frequency and the fractional amount from the received monetary amount by the remaining frequency specifying means, and the loan processing means corresponding to the unit loan processing for the specified remaining frequency and the specified fractional amount. Alternatively, the fraction lending process may be performed. The unit lending process and the fraction lending process may be performed by a lending operation, or may be automatically performed without depending on the lending operation.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in SU137 of FIG. 12, when money is received in the state where the prepaid card 3 is received, the deposit process is performed, and the deposit amount is added and updated to the card balance. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the deposit amount may be stored in the RAM of the control unit 21 without being added to the card remaining amount, and lending using the stored deposit amount may be performed.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12, when the remaining card amount is the remaining number + the fractional amount, the unit lending process for the remaining number is performed based on the acceptance of the lending operation. Later, based on the fact that the processing was once completed and the loan operation was accepted again, the fraction lending process corresponding to the fractional amount was explained. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the loan operation was accepted. Based on this, after the unit lending process for the remaining number is performed, the fraction lending process corresponding to the fractional amount may be automatically performed without receiving a lending operation again.

  In the above embodiment, as illustrated in SU181 in FIG. 15, the example in which the fractional number identifying unit (control unit 21) identifies the fractional number is performed after the start of the fractional lending command processing is described. The specification of the fractional number may be performed at an arbitrary timing after the specification of the fractional amount is performed in SU132 of FIG.

  In the above embodiment, when the SU 188 shown in FIG. 15 and the SU 190 ′ shown in FIG. 19 determine that the fractional number and the recognized number do not match (NO), error processing is performed in the SU189 and SU191 ′. Although an example has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and instead of the error processing, a fractional number signal may be transmitted again.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10 and 18, a recognized number signal is transmitted from the gaming machine (pachi-slot machine 10) to the gaming device (medal sand 20), and the fractional number and the recognized number match. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the recognized number may not be transmitted. In this case, the lending command signal is transmitted from the gaming device to the gaming machine. After the fractional number signal is transmitted from the gaming device to the gaming machine, a lending command signal is transmitted after a predetermined time has elapsed.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10 and 18, the example in which T0 and T0 ′ are the same interval has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the interval between them may be different. Further, although an example in which the pulse for one fractional number and the pulse for one recognized number have the same interval (T0) has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and the interval between them may be different.

  In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the fractional number signal (S11 to S12) and the loan command signal (S17) are instructed to lend the fractional number. In the modification of the first embodiment, As shown in FIG. 18, the example in which the fractional number signal (S13 ′ to S14 ′) and the loan instruction signal (S17) are instructed to lend the fractional number has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A loan of a fractional number may be instructed.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, when the banknote 2 is received in the medal sand 20 in the cash machine mode, the payout of medals for a unit number and the payout of medals for a fractional number are automatically performed without a lending operation. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the present invention is not limited to this. Based on the fact that a lending button is provided on the medal sand 20 and the operation of the lending button is accepted, a unit number of medals are paid out and / or a fractional number. The medal may be paid out.

  In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, an example is described in which, when the banknote 2 is received in the medal sand 20 in the cash machine mode, the medal payout for the unit number and the medal payout for the fractional number are performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, only paying out medals for the unit number of sheets, storing the fractional amount, and receiving the bill 2 next time, the new loan frequency is calculated from the received amount + the stored fractional amount. And the fractional amount may be specified. According to this, as compared to the case where a fractional number of medals are paid out each time the banknote 2 is received, the number of medals for the fractional number is reduced.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 16, the example in which the fraction correspondence information is transmitted from the gaming machine to the gaming device (SP04) in response to the request from the gaming device (SP03) has been described. Not limited to this, even if there is no request from the gaming device, for example, when the gaming machine and the gaming device are turned on, the fraction correspondence information is automatically transmitted from the gaming machine to the gaming device. You may be made to do.

  In the above embodiment, the fraction correspondence information transmission request is transmitted from the medal sand 20 to the pachislot machine 10 via the BRDY signal line and the BRQ signal line, and the fraction correspondence information is transmitted via the PRDY signal line and the EXS signal line to the pachislot machine. Although an example of transmission from the medal sand 20 to the medal sand 20 has been described, the transmission request and the fraction correspondence information are not limited to this, and other signal lines provided between the pachislot machine 10 and the medal sand 20 (For example, a frequency display signal line, a rental input signal line, a return input signal line) may be used.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, the example in which the pachislot machine 10 is set to be a fractional game machine based on the reception of the fraction correspondence information from the corresponding pachislot machine 10 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the corresponding pachislot machine 10 may be set as a fraction-compatible gaming machine based on the reception of the fraction correspondence information from the system controller 4. Further, the medal sand 20 is provided with a dip switch for setting whether or not the game machine is a fraction-compatible game machine, and whether or not the corresponding pachislot machine 10 is a fraction-compatible game machine is set by operating the dip switch. In this case, the dip switch corresponds to the fraction-matching gaming machine setting means.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27B, an example is described in which control for extending the T4 period to the T4 ′ period is performed as control for extending the T4 period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the control may be performed to extend the T4 period by changing the duty ratio between the T1 period and the T2 period in the T3 period, which is one cycle. The period itself may be extended.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27B, control is performed to extend the T4 period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, to the T4 ′ period while the fraction lending process is performed. For example, in the second embodiment described above, in FIG. 28, the T4 ′ period for transmitting the fractional number signal, the fractional lending request signal, the fractional lending request acknowledge signal, the fractional lending command signal, and the fractional number Control may be performed such that the T4 ′ period when transmitting and receiving the loan completion signal (ie, S3 to S6) is different. In other words, the T4 'period obtained by extending the non-transmission period of the strobe signal may be a period that can reduce the possibility that a signal transmitted / received during the T4' period will be lost on the gaming machine side.

  In the second embodiment, the example in which the lending request signal line and the lending command signal line are the same signal line (BRQ signal line) has been described. However, the lending request signal line and the lending command signal line are not limited thereto. May be a separate signal line.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 26, the signal input circuit (reception photocouplers 431 to 437) is provided on the gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) side, and the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10) side is provided. In this example, a signal output circuit (transmission photocouplers 331 to 337) and a signal input circuit (reception photocouplers 321 to 327) are provided, and so-called handshake is performed via the display data signal line. Not limited to this, if the handshake is not performed, only a signal input circuit on the gaming machine side for receiving the fractional number signal is sufficient, and a signal input circuit on the gaming apparatus side and a signal output on the gaming machine side are sufficient. No circuit is required. In other words, the signal input circuit on the gaming device side, the signal output circuit on the gaming machine side, and the signal input circuit do not need to be provided on all seven display data signal lines (SEGA signal line to SEGG signal line), and are transmitted and received. A necessary number may be provided according to the number of signals.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 28, the display data signal lines that function as fractional game medium number signal lines in the T4 ′ period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, are SEGA signal lines to SEGD signal lines. Although the example of four is described, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of display data signal lines that function as the fraction game medium number signal line may be five, and according to this, the fraction number is 16 or more. Also, a fractional number can be specified in one cycle. The number of display data signal lines functioning as the fraction game medium number signal line may be three or less.

  In the second embodiment, in the example shown in FIG. 28, when the fractional number is 16 or more, the fractional number is designated in two cycles, and when the fractional number is 15 or less, the fractional number is designated in one cycle. Although an example has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and even when the fractional number is 15 or less, the fractional number signal is transmitted in two periods, and the fractional number signal is combined in two periods to combine the fractional number signal. You may make it designate the number of sheets.

  In the second embodiment described above, as illustrated in FIG. 28, the example in which the fraction lending request signal line and the fraction lending command signal line are the same signal line (SEGE signal line) has been described. The fraction lending request signal line and the fraction lending command signal line may be separate signal lines.

  In the second embodiment described above, the transmission request for the fraction correspondence information from the gaming device (medal sand 20) to the gaming machine (pachislot machine 10) and the transmission of the fraction correspondence information from the gaming device to the gaming device are displayed data signals. Although the example performed via a line has been described, the present invention is not limited to this, and transmission and reception thereof may be performed via a signal line other than the display data signal line as in the first embodiment. In the second embodiment, the example in which the transmission / reception is performed via a line (here, the SEGG signal line) that does not function as the lending number designation signal line among the display data signal lines has been described. For example, the display data signal lines may be transmitted via lines (for example, SEGA signal lines and SEGF signal lines) that do not transmit signals simultaneously.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 27, an example is described in which control is performed to extend the T4 period, which is the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, to the T4 ′ period during the fraction lending process. However, in the modified example of the second embodiment described above, even after the fraction lending process is being performed, after the recognized number signal is received (that is, it is determined YES in SU1203 ′ in FIG. 29). After that, control for returning the T4 ′ period to the T4 period may be performed.

  In the second embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 29 and 30, the example in which the recognition number signal is not transmitted / received in the fractional lending process has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a modification of the second embodiment is described. Similarly to the above, transmission / reception of the recognized number signal (see SU1203 ′ in FIG. 29 and SP220 ′ in FIG. 30) may be performed.

  In the modification of the second embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. 26, an example in which seven signal output circuits (photocouplers 421 to 427 on the medal sand side) are provided on the medal sand side has been described. As the signal output circuit, it is only necessary to provide at least five signal output circuits (photocouplers 421 to 425 on the medal sand side) for transmitting the fractional number signal. Similarly, in the modification of the second embodiment described above, the example in which seven signal input circuits (photocouplers 321 to 327 on the pachislot machine side) are provided on the pachislot machine side has been described. It is sufficient that at least five signal input circuits (pachislot machine side photocouplers 321 to 325) for receiving the fractional number signal are provided.

  Finally, “prior art”, “problems to be solved by the invention”, and “effects of the invention” corresponding to the invention described in the above embodiment will be described.

  Conventionally, a card remaining amount that is provided in correspondence with a CR-type pachinko machine that is an example of a gaming machine and that records information on which the card remaining amount can be specified is received, and is specified from the recorded information of the received card. There is known a gaming apparatus (ball lending unit) that performs a lending process in which a pachinko ball, which is an example of a game medium, is paid out from a pachinko machine and lent.

  When a lending process is performed in a ball lending unit connected to the above pachinko machine, a lending command signal line is used to command the lending of a number of pachinko balls corresponding to a predetermined unit amount. A lending command signal is transmitted from the ball lending unit to the pachinko machine every time. Then, from the pachinko machine that has received the lending command signal, the number of pachinko balls corresponding to the number of times (for example, 25) is paid out and lent, and in the ball lending unit that has transmitted the lending command signal, Processing for subtracting the loan usage amount corresponding to the number of times used for the loan processing is performed from the remaining card amount specified from the recorded information. Here, the frequency is the amount converted at a predetermined ratio (for example, 100 yen = 1 frequency).

  When a lending process is performed in a ball lending unit connected to the pachinko machine described above, if a consumption tax is collected on the loan usage amount, there will be a fraction less than one time including the consumption tax. Will be. Specifically, when the consumption tax rate is 5%, the frequency including the consumption tax is 105 yen, and when the remaining amount of the card is 1000 yen, 1000 yen / 105 yen = 9 frequencies and a fraction. Since the amount is 55 yen, every time the lending process is performed, subtracting one frequency including the consumption tax will result in 55 yen remaining as a fractional amount after the 9 frequency is subtracted. Even if the consumption tax is not collected in the lending, if the remaining amount of the card is used for purposes other than lending (for example, purchase of goods in a vending machine), a fractional amount is generated. Here, as a ball lending unit that lends a number of pachinko balls corresponding to the fractional amount, one disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-185738 (FIGS. 6 to 8, paragraphs 0100 to 0111) as the prior art 1 There is.

  In the ball lending unit shown in the prior art 1, a pachinko ball corresponding to the fractional amount using a payout number designation signal line (BNM signal line) provided separately from the lending command signal line (BRQ signal line). A payout number designation signal (fractional game medium number signal) indicating the number of the game machines is transmitted to the pachinko machine, and the number of pachinko balls indicated by the fractional game medium number signal is lent under the control of the payout control unit of the pachinko machine. Is done.

  However, as shown in prior art 1, if a signal line for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal is added, compatibility with a conventional pachinko machine that does not have an interface corresponding to the signal line is not possible.

  Therefore, in the present invention, as shown in claim 1, the control unit 21 of the gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) sends a signal for instructing lending of the gaming medium to the connected gaming machine as the unit lending process. When performing the lending command signal for commanding the lending of the number of game media corresponding to the unit amount using the lending command signal line to be transmitted to the lending command signal line, the lending command The signal line is used to perform a process of transmitting a fraction game medium number signal indicating the number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount to the connected gaming machine. As a result, when the fraction lending process is performed, a fraction game medium number signal is transmitted to the gaming machine using the lending command signal line already provided with the connected gaming machine. The number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount without adding a signal line for transmitting the game media number signal and without adding a circuit for the payout control unit to receive the fraction game media number signal on the gaming machine side Can be loaned.

  According to the present invention, as shown in claim 7, the control unit 21 of the gaming apparatus (medal sand 20) sends a signal for instructing lending of the gaming medium to the connected gaming machine as the unit lending process. When performing the lending command signal for instructing lending of the number of game media corresponding to the unit amount using the lending command signal line to be transmitted, and when performing the fraction lending processing, the strobe signal In the non-transmission period, the display data signal line is used to perform a process of transmitting a fraction game medium number signal indicating the number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount to the connected gaming machine. did. Thus, when the fraction lending process is performed, the display data signal line included in the signal line connecting the conventional gaming machine having the valuable value display and the conventional gaming machine corresponding to the gaming machine is used. Since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, it is not necessary to add a new signal line for transmitting the fraction game medium number signal, and the interface on the gaming machine side can be changed. This eliminates the necessity of lending the number of game media indicated by the fraction game medium signal in the fraction-compatible game machine, and also ensures compatibility with conventional game machines. In addition, since the fraction game medium number signal is transmitted during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, the display of the valuable value display is not affected.

FIG. 1 is a functional block diagram showing an example of a gaming system including a medal sand that is a gaming apparatus according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a front view showing an example of a medal sand and a pachislot machine. FIG. 2A shows a case of operating as a cash machine, and FIG. 2B shows a case of operating as a CR machine. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional left side view of the medal sand, where (a) is used for a cash machine and (b) is used for a CR machine. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the medal sand and pachislot machine, where (a) is used for a cash machine and (b) is used for a CR machine. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of wiring between the medal sand control unit and the payout control unit of the payout device. FIG. 6A is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal output from the payout control unit of the payout device to the medal sand control unit, and FIG. 6B illustrates the signal from the conversion adapter to the medal sand control unit. It is a figure showing an example of the signal output. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of power-on processing in the medal sand. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a modification of the mode determination process in the medal sand. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal transmitted to and received from a pachislot machine that is a CR machine in the unit lending process performed by the medal sand in the CR machine mode. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal transmitted to and received from a pachislot machine that is a CR machine in the fraction lending process performed by the medal sand in the CR machine mode according to the first embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the business process in the medal sand in the cash machine mode. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the business process in the medal sandwich in the CR machine mode. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an example of a deposit process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of a unit lending process which is a subroutine in the medal sandwich in the CR machine mode. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand according to the first embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of power-on processing in a pachislot machine that is a CR machine. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in a pachislot machine that is a CR machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 18 is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal transmitted to and received from a pachislot machine that is a CR machine in the fraction lending process performed by the medal sand in the CR machine mode according to the modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand according to the modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in a pachislot machine that is a CR machine according to a modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 21A is a diagram showing an example of a remaining frequency indicator that is provided in a pachislot machine (CR machine) and includes three segment indicators configured by 7 segment LEDs, and FIG. 21B shows the residual frequency. FIG. 21C is a diagram illustrating an example in which the remaining frequency is displayed on the display, and FIG. 21C is a diagram illustrating an example in which the fractional amount is displayed on the remaining frequency display. FIG. 22 is a functional block diagram illustrating an example of a pachislot machine that is a CR machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 23 is a functional block diagram illustrating an example of medal sand according to the second embodiment. FIG. 24 is a circuit diagram illustrating an example of a circuit for transmitting and receiving signals between a pachislot machine that is a CR machine according to the second embodiment and a medal sand. FIG. 25 is a circuit diagram showing an example of a 7-segment LED interface in a conventional CR machine that is a pachislot machine and medal sand. FIG. 26 is a circuit diagram illustrating an example of a 7-segment LED interface between a pachislot machine that is a CR machine and a medal sand according to the second embodiment. FIG. 27 is a timing chart showing an example of dynamic lighting control in the remaining frequency display. FIG. 27A is a timing chart in a normal time other than the fraction lending process, and FIG. 27B is a timing chart in the fraction lending process. FIG. 28 is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal transmitted to and received from a pachislot machine that is a CR machine in the fraction lending process performed by the medal sand in the CR machine mode according to the second embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the fraction lending process which is a subroutine in the CR machine mode medal sand according to the second embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of a lending process in a pachislot machine that is a CR machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 31 is a diagram illustrating an example of a signal transmitted to and received from a pachislot machine that is a CR machine in the fraction lending process performed by the medal sandwich in the CR machine mode according to the modification of the second embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Game system 2 ... Banknote 3 ... Prepaid card 10A ... Pachislot machine (cash machine)
10B ... Pachislot machine (CR machine)
14 ... Remaining frequency indicator (CR machine)
14a ... (first digit) segment indicator 14b ... (second digit) segment indicator 14c ... (third digit) segment indicator 20 ... medal sand 21 ... control unit 21a ... loan communication unit 22 ... connection terminal DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 30 ... Dispensing apparatus 32 ... Panel with nozzle 32a ... Nozzle 40 ... Conversion adapter 42 ... Panel without nozzle 42b ... Storage space part 43 ... Panel detection switch 212 ... LED drive circuit BRQ ... Loan command signal line EXS ... Request acknowledge signal line DG ... Strobe signal line SEG ... Display data signal line

Claims (6)

It is provided corresponding to a gaming machine comprising a plurality of segment indicators and having a valuable value indicator that displays the magnitude of the valuable value corresponding to the value specified from the value medium,
A strobe signal line that is a signal line for transmitting a strobe signal for lighting control of the valuable value indicator to the gaming machine;
A display data signal line that is a signal line for transmitting a display data signal for lighting control of the valuable value display to the gaming machine;
The strobe signal is transmitted through the strobe signal line and the display data signal is transmitted through the display data signal line, and the plurality of segment indicators are controlled by a combination of the transmitted strobe signal and the display data signal. Dynamic lighting control means for controlling dynamic lighting of the valuable value indicator by selectively lighting control;
By connecting the payout means for paying out the game medium, the game machine performs first control for paying out and lending the game medium from the payout means within the range of the value specified from the value medium. As a second control for paying out and lending the game medium from the connected gaming machine within the range of value specified by the value medium by being connected, a number corresponding to a predetermined unit amount A gaming device comprising: a unit lending process for lending gaming media; and a control unit that performs a fraction lending process for lending gaming media corresponding to a fractional amount less than the unit amount,
The control unit has a connection terminal to which the payout means is connected,
A control switching means can be connected to the connection terminal instead of the payout means,
Based on the fact that the payout means is connected to the connection terminal, the payout means transmits a payout means connection signal indicating that the payout means is connected to the control unit, and the game stored in the payout means When the medium runs out, an empty signal indicating that is sent to the control unit,
The control switching means, based on being connected to the connection terminal, transmits a control switching signal different in form from at least one of the payout means connection signal and the empty signal to the control unit,
The control unit, on the basis of the payout unit connection signal and the empty signal, the first control and performs the switching between the second control condition of the reception of the control switching signal from the control switching means As the unit lending process, the loan instruction signal line for transmitting a signal for instructing the lending of the game medium to the connected gaming machine is used as the unit lending process. Performing a process of transmitting a lending command signal for instructing lending of a number of gaming media, and using the display data signal line during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal when performing the lending process. A gaming apparatus characterized by performing a process of transmitting a fraction gaming medium number signal indicating the number of gaming media corresponding to a forehead to the connected gaming machine. A gaming device according to claim 1 ,
The payout means has one polarity as the empty signal when the game medium is stored in the payout means, and is opposite to the one polarity when no game medium is stored in the payout means. Is transmitted to a predetermined terminal of the control unit,
The control switching means transmits, as a control switching signal having a different form from the empty signal, a signal that repeats one polarity and opposite polarity every predetermined time to a terminal of the control unit to which the empty signal is input. A gaming device characterized by that. It is provided corresponding to a gaming machine comprising a plurality of segment indicators and having a valuable value indicator that displays the magnitude of the valuable value corresponding to the value specified from the value medium,
A strobe signal line that is a signal line for transmitting a strobe signal for lighting control of the valuable value indicator to the gaming machine;
A display data signal line that is a signal line for transmitting a display data signal for lighting control of the valuable value display to the gaming machine;
The strobe signal is transmitted through the strobe signal line and the display data signal is transmitted through the display data signal line, and the plurality of segment indicators are controlled by a combination of the transmitted strobe signal and the display data signal. Dynamic lighting control means for controlling dynamic lighting of the valuable value indicator by selectively lighting control;
By connecting the payout means for paying out the game medium, the game machine performs first control for paying out and lending the game medium from the payout means within the range of the value specified from the value medium. As a second control for paying out and lending the game medium from the connected gaming machine within the range of value specified by the value medium by being connected, a number corresponding to a predetermined unit amount A gaming device comprising: a unit lending process for lending gaming media; and a control unit that performs a fraction lending process for lending gaming media corresponding to a fractional amount less than the unit amount,
The control unit has a connection terminal to which the payout means is connected,
A control switching means can be connected to the connection terminal instead of the payout means,
Based on the fact that the payout means is connected to the connection terminal, the payout means transmits a payout means connection signal indicating that the payout means is connected to the control unit, and the game stored in the payout means When the medium becomes less than a predetermined amount, a near empty signal indicating that is sent to the control unit,
The control switching means, based on being connected to the connection terminal, transmits a control switching signal different in form from at least one of the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal to the control unit ,
The control unit switches between the first control and the second control based on the payout means connection signal and the near empty signal, and receives the control switching signal from the control switching means. As a condition, the second control is performed, and as the unit lending processing, the unit amount is set to the unit amount by using a lending command signal line for transmitting a signal for lending the gaming medium to the connected gaming machine. While performing a process of transmitting a lending command signal that commands lending of a corresponding number of game media, and performing the fraction lending process, using the display data signal line during the non-transmission period of the strobe signal, A gaming apparatus characterized by performing a process of transmitting a fraction game medium number signal indicating the number of game media corresponding to a fractional amount to the connected gaming machine . A gaming device according to any one of claims 1 to 3 ,
The control unit is configured to pay out and lend a number of game media corresponding to the unit amount from the payout means as the first control on the condition that the payout means is connected to the connection terminal. A game apparatus characterized by performing a process and a process for paying out and lending out a number of game media corresponding to the fractional amount from the payout means. A gaming device according to any one of claims 1 to 4 , wherein
Supply with a panel having a supply passage having a game medium supply passage for supplying game media paid out from the payout means to the corresponding gaming machine can be mounted on the front surface, and without the game medium supply passage. A panel without a passage can be attached to the front,
It further comprises detection means for detecting that the panel without supply passage is mounted,
The control unit performs the second control on the condition that the detection unit detects that the panel without supply passage is mounted and a control switching signal is received from the control switching unit. A gaming device characterized. A gaming device according to any one of claims 1 to 5 ,
Supply with a panel having a supply passage having a game medium supply passage for supplying game media paid out from the payout means to the corresponding gaming machine can be mounted on the front surface, and without the game medium supply passage. A panel without a passage can be attached to the front,
A storage space in which, when the panel without supply passage is mounted in a state where the control switching means is connected to the connection terminal, it is possible to put the player's belongings from the front of the gaming device to the inside. A gaming device characterized in that is formed.

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