JP6131025B2 - Slot machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a slot machine capable of generating a predetermined winning according to a display result of a variable display device capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable.

  A slot machine generally includes a variable display device having a plurality of (usually three) reels on which a plurality of types of symbols as identification information are drawn on the outer periphery, and first, a bet number is determined by a player's BET operation. The reels start to rotate when the start operation is performed with the set number of bets set, and the rotation is stopped by operating a stop button provided corresponding to each reel. When all reels stop rotating, a winning combination is generated when a predetermined winning symbol combination (for example, 7-7-7, hereinafter referred to as a symbol combination) is arranged on the winning line. To do. Winning is possible on condition that the internal lottery performed simultaneously with the start operation is won.

  Also, in this type of slot machine, for example, by outputting a test signal that can specify the operation status of the slot machine, such as a signal that can specify the lottery result of the internal lottery, There has been proposed one that can specify the operation state of a gaming machine such as performance (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2005-176842 A

  Also, in this type of slot machine, the minimum time required for one game is set so that the progress of the game does not become too fast, and the reels are changed until the minimum time elapses after the start of reel fluctuation in the previous game. It is common to have a function to ensure the minimum time of one game by regulating the fluctuation of the game, and whether or not such a minimum time of one game is ensured is also specified by the testing machine. There is a need.

  In the configuration in which the lottery result of the internal lottery is output as a test signal as in the slot machine described in Patent Document 1, it is determined whether or not the minimum time of one game is secured using such an existing test signal. Although the method of specifying is conceivable, the internal lottery itself is executed even if the minimum time of one game has not passed since the internal lottery of the previous game by performing the start operation, There is a possibility that it cannot be accurately grasped whether or not the minimum time of one game is secured on the machine side.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems, and it is specified on the test apparatus side whether or not the minimum time of one game is secured by using a test signal indicating the determination result of the pre-decision means. An object of the present invention is to provide a slot machine that can be used.

In order to solve the above-described problem, a slot machine according to claim 1 of the present invention provides:
Variable display unit each is capable of displaying varying the identity of a plurality of types can be identified with a (reel 2L, 2C, 2R),
After variable display of said variable display unit, the variable display of the variable display unit derives the display result by stopping, in the display result winning in accordance with the possible occurrence slot machine (slot machine 1),
Start operation means operated by the player to start the variable display of the variable display unit;
Before displaying the results are derived, predetermination means for determining whether to permit generation for winning (internal lottery),
When the pre-determining means (internal lottery) determines whether or not the winning is permitted, the pre-determining means is connected to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300) connected when performing a performance test. Predetermined signal output control means (internal winning flags 1 to 8) for performing output control for outputting a predetermined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high) capable of specifying a determination result (internal lottery result) Signal output control),
Progress restricting means (control in which the main control unit 41 restricts the progress of the game) for restricting the progress of the game so that the shortest time required for one game is equal to or longer than a predetermined restricting time (4.1 seconds);
In the previous game, the predetermined control time (4.1 seconds) has not elapsed since the start of output control of the pre-determined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high). When output control of the pre-determined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high) can be started, the pre-determined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high) in the previous game Delaying the start of output control of the pre-determined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high) until the predetermined regulation time (4.1 seconds) elapses after the high-order output control is started Output control delay means (special low, general low, special high, general high output delay control),
Equipped with a,
Whether the pre-determining means allows the generation of a prize without waiting for the predetermined regulation time to elapse when the start operation means is operated before the predetermined regulation time elapses. It is characterized by deciding .
According to this feature, when the output control of the predetermination signal in the current game can be started without lapse of a predetermined regulation time since the start of the predetermination signal output control in the previous game, In the previous game, the output control of the predetermined signal is started in the previous game by delaying the start of the output control of the predetermined signal until the predetermined regulation time elapses after the output control of the predetermined signal is started. Even if it becomes possible to start the output control of the pre-determined signal in the current game without the elapse of the predetermined regulation time from the first time, the interval at which the pre-determined signal is output is always greater than or equal to the predetermined regulation time. By checking the interval, it is possible to accurately specify whether or not the minimum time required for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more.
The slot machine according to claim 1 may be any slot machine as long as it performs output control for outputting a test signal output to the test apparatus, and the test signal signal line and these signal lines are connected to the test apparatus. A connector for connection, a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal, or the like may not be provided.
In addition, the performance test performed by the test apparatus in claim 1 is a test for confirming performance such as whether or not the slot machine operates properly and whether or not the game value grant rate is within an appropriate range. It is.

The slot machine according to means 1 of the present invention is the slot machine according to claim 1,
The pre-determining means (internal lottery) includes a plurality of types including a special prize (special role) accompanied by a transition to a special gaming state (bonus) advantageous to the player and a general prize (general role) other than the special prize. It is possible to decide whether or not to allow a prize to occur,
The predetermination signal output control means outputs an output period a plurality of times (special) for a special predetermination signal (bits 0 to 11) of 2 bits or more indicating whether or not the occurrence of the special prize (special role) is permitted. 2 indicating whether or not the occurrence of the general winning (general winning combination) is permitted, while performing output control for output from specific output ports (internal winning flags 1 to 6) divided into lower and special higher) Output control for outputting from the specific output port (internal winning flags 1 to 6) by dividing the output time for general pre-determined signals (bits 0 to 11) of bits or more into multiple times (general low order, general high order) It is characterized by doing.
According to this feature, even if the types of special prizes and general prizes increase, it is possible to perform output control that outputs a predetermined signal for all these types of prizes from a limited number of output ports. It becomes.

The slot machine according to means 2 of the present invention is the slot machine according to claim 1 or means 1, wherein
The pre-determined signal output control means has a time (25 ms) that is greater than or equal to X (time required to detect the special lower, general lower, special upper, and general upper values on the test apparatus 1300 side) and less than 2X. It is characterized by performing output control for outputting the pre-determined signal (special low order, general low order, special high order, general high order).
According to this feature, the pre-determined signal can be reliably detected on the test apparatus side, and the pre-determined signal output time is too long, causing interference with the pre-determined signal of the next game. It can be prevented that it becomes impossible to accurately specify whether or not the shortest time required for the process is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more.

The slot machine according to means 3 of the present invention is the slot machine according to claim 1, means 1 or 2,
The predetermination signal output control means sets the output time of the predetermination signal to X (a time necessary for detecting the value of the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery on the test apparatus 1300 side), and the predetermined regulation time ( 4.1) When Y is set to Y, output control is performed to output the pre-determined signal (a signal indicating the result of the internal lottery) over a time when the relationship of YX> X is established. It is said.
According to this feature, the pre-determined signal can be reliably detected on the test apparatus side, and the pre-determined signal output time is too long, causing interference with the pre-determined signal of the next game. It can be prevented that it becomes impossible to accurately specify whether or not the shortest time required for the process is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more.
In addition, in the configuration (special low, general low, special high, general high) in which a predetermined signal is output in n times, each pre-determined signal (special low, general low, special high, general high) ) Is X (time required to detect the special lower, general lower, special upper, and general upper values on the test apparatus 1300 side), and the predetermined regulation time (4.1 seconds) is Y. In this case, the same effect as described above can be obtained by performing the output control for outputting over the time when the relationship of Y−nX> nX is established.

The slot machine according to means 4 of the present invention is the slot machine according to any one of claims 1 and 1 to 3,
The pre-determining means (internal lottery) includes a plurality of types including a special prize (special role) accompanied by a transition to a special gaming state (bonus) advantageous to the player and a general prize (general role) other than the special prize. It is possible to decide whether or not to allow a prize to occur,
The predetermined signal output control means includes
Special advance determination signal (special lower rank, special higher rank) indicating whether or not the special winning (special role) is permitted and general prior indicating whether or not the general winning (general role) is permitted Perform output control to output the decision signal (general low order, general high order) from the same output port (internal winning flag 1-6 signal) by dividing the output time,
Identifies whether the signal output from the output port (internal winning flag 1 to 6 signals) is the special predetermination signal (special low order, special high order) or the general predetermination signal (general low order, general high order) Winning type specifying signal output control means (output control of internal winning flag 8 signal and internal winning flag 7 signal) for performing output control for outputting possible winning type specifying signals (internal winning flag 8 signal, internal winning flag 7 signal) )
The prize type specifying signal output means is configured to output the prize type specifying signal (with the same timing as the timing for controlling the output of the special predetermination signal (special lower order, special upper order) or the general predetermination signal (general lower order, general upper order) It is characterized by output control for outputting an internal winning flag 8 signal and an internal winning flag 7 signal.
According to this feature, it is possible to perform output control for outputting a predetermined signal for a special prize and a general prize from a limited number of output ports, and the signal output from the output port can be used in advance for a special prize. The test apparatus can accurately specify whether the signal is a decision signal or a pre-decision signal for a general winning.

The slot machine according to means 5 of the present invention is the slot machine according to any one of claims 1 and 1 to 4,
The output control delay means performs output control for outputting a special signal (signal delaying signal) indicating that output control of the predetermined signal (special lower level, general lower level, special higher level, general higher level) is delayed. Special signal output control means (output control of signal during signal delay)
The special decision signal output control means performs output control for outputting the special signal (signal delayed signal) without waiting for output control of the special decision signal special low order, general low order, special high order, general high order). It is characterized by doing.
According to this feature, since it is possible to specify that the output control of the predetermined signal is delayed on the test apparatus side, it is possible to specify that there is no abnormality on the test apparatus side even when the output of the predetermined signal is not detected.

It is a front view of the slot machine of Example 1 to which the present invention was applied. It is an internal structure figure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a main control part. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the kind of special combination, the symbol combination of special combination, and a special combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the kind of small combination, the symbol combination of a small combination, and a small combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the kind of re-game player, the symbol combination of a re-game player, and a re-game player. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the symbol combination of a transfer event, and a transfer event. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a gaming state. It is a figure which shows the outline | summary of a game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the combination which a prize is permitted by a lottery object combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of several re-game player winning. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of several small part winning. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of control of ART. It is a figure which shows the flow of the display change of the reel production | presentation and the liquid crystal display 51 accompanying it. It is a figure which shows the flow of the display change of the reel production | presentation and the liquid crystal display 51 accompanying it. It is a figure which shows the procedure of control of a reel effect. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing signals input / output between the slot machine and the test apparatus. 4 is a timing chart showing signal input / output states between the slot machine and the test apparatus. It is a timing chart which shows the output condition of an internal winning flag signal (RT type signal) and a signal during signal delay. It is a figure which shows the structure of the signal which the internal winning flag signals 1-6 show. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the signal which the winning combination (special combination) and the internal winning flag signals 1-8 show. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the winning combination (general combination) and the signal which the internal winning flag signals 1-8 show. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the state of RT, and the signal which the internal winning flag signals 1-4 show. It is a timing chart which shows the output condition of a stop execution position signal, a stop reel designation | designated signal, and a stop strobe signal.

  A mode for carrying out a slot machine according to the present invention will be described below based on examples.

  An embodiment of a slot machine to which the present invention is applied will be described with reference to the drawings. A slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface, and a pivotable pivot at a side end of the housing 1a. The front door 1b is supported.

  Inside the casing 1a of the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, reels 2L, 2C and 2R (hereinafter referred to as a left reel, a middle reel and a right reel) in which a plurality of types of symbols are arranged on the outer periphery. ) Are juxtaposed in the horizontal direction, and as shown in FIG. 1, three consecutive symbols out of the symbols arranged on the reels 2L, 2C, 2R can be seen from the see-through window 3 provided on the front door 1b. Are arranged as follows.

  As shown in FIG. 3, on the outer periphery of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, “black 7”, “net 7 (shaded 7 in the figure)”, “white 7”, “BAR”, “replay”, A plurality of types of mutually distinguishable symbols such as “plum”, “watermelon”, “cherry”, “bell”, and “orange” are drawn in a predetermined order. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are displayed in upper, middle, and lower three stages in the see-through window 3 provided in the approximate center of the reel panel 1c of the front door 1b.

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

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

  At the position corresponding to each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R on the front door 1b, a horizontally-long rectangular see-through window 3 that allows the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R to be seen through from the front side is provided. The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R can be visually recognized from the player side. In addition, the area | region which can be visually recognized through the see-through | perspective window 3 in reel 2L, 2C, 2R is called a variable display area (variable display part).

  The front door 1b uses a medal insertion unit 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 from which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player's own game value). The MAXBET switch 6 that is operated when setting the maximum bet number (3 in any game state in this embodiment) among the prescribed number of bets determined according to the game state, is stored as credits. Settlement switch 10 operated when paying out medals used for setting medals and betting numbers (returning medals used for setting credits and betting numbers), start switch operated when starting a game 7. Stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R operated when stopping the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, and an effect switch 56 for use in effects. It is provided so as to be operated by the skill person.

  In this embodiment, among the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R that have started to rotate, the reel that stops first is referred to as a first stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a first stop. Similarly, the reel that stops second is called the second stop reel, the stop is called second stop, the reel that stops third is called the third stop reel, and the stop is the third stop. Alternatively, it is called final stop.

  The front door 1b also displays a credit indicator 11 that displays the number of medals stored as credits, the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize, an error code indicating the contents when an error occurs, and the like. Game assist indicator 12, 1BETLED14 that notifies that the bet number is set by 1 by lighting, 2BETLED15 that notifies that the bet number is set by 2 and 2 that the bet number is set by 3 3BET LED 16 to notify, insertion request LED 17 to notify that a medal can be inserted by lighting, start effective LED 18 to notify that the game start operation by the operation of the start switch 7 is effective, wait (the previous game start) Waiting for the start of reel rotation because a certain period has not elapsed since Weight in LED19 for notifying by lighting a a is that during the game display section 13 in the replay LED20 is provided for informing is provided by lighting the effect that during replay game, which will be described later.

  Inside the MAXBET switch 6, there is provided a BET switch valid LED 21 (see FIG. 4) for notifying that the setting operation of the bet amount by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 is valid, and stop switches 8L, 8C, The left, middle, and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R (see FIG. 4) are provided inside the 8R to notify that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is valid by lighting. It has been.

  Further, below the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R on the front door 1b, a lower panel on which a title of the slot machine 1 and a payout table 1 to be described later are printed is provided.

  Inside the front door 1b, there is a reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation for releasing an error state described later and a stop state described later by a predetermined key operation, while changing a set value and confirming a set value described later. The set value display 24 that displays the set value at that time, and the validity / invalidity of the stop function for controlling the stop state at the end of the BB, which will be described later (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) A check switch 36a for selecting the automatic settlement function that controls automatic settlement at the end of BB, which will be described later (processing to settle (return) medals stored as credits regardless of the player's operation). An automatic settlement switch 36b for selecting invalidity, and a flow path for medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are provided in a hopper tank 34a (described later with reference to FIG. 2) provided inside the housing 1a. And a medal having a insertion medal sensor 31 for detecting a medal that has been inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 and flowed down to the hopper tank 34a side. A selector (not shown) and a door open detection switch 25 (see FIG. 4) for detecting the open state of the front door 1b are provided.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a reel sensor 33L that can detect the reel reference positions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, and the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, as shown in FIG. , 33C, 33R (see FIG. 4), an external output board 1000 for outputting an external output signal, a hopper tank 34a for storing medals inserted from the medal insertion section 4, and a hopper tank 34a. A hopper unit 34 including a hopper motor 34b for paying out medals from the medal payout opening 9, a payout sensor 34c for detecting medals paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b, and a power supply box 100 are provided.

  On the side of the hopper unit 34, an overflow tank 35 is provided for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a. Inside the overflow tank 35, a full sensor 35 a made up of a pair of electrically conductive members spaced apart from each other and provided at a height capable of detecting a predetermined amount of stored medals is provided. It is possible to detect that the medal storage amount stored in the inside when it is conductive by contacting through the medal stored in the inside exceeds a predetermined amount, that is, that the overflow tank is full. It has become.

  The front side of the power supply box 100 functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state, and functions as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in a normal state. There are provided a reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing a setting value of a winning probability (outtake rate) of internal lottery to be described later, and a power switch 39 that is operated when the power is turned on / off. .

  The power supply box is provided inside the housing 1a, and the front door 1b can be opened by a predetermined key operation carried by a store clerk or the like. The setting key switch 37, the reset / setting switch 38, and the power switch 39 can be operated only by a store clerk or the like who owns the key, and cannot be operated by the player.

  When a game is played in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, first, medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 or a bet number is set using credits. To use the credit, the MAXBET switch 6 may be operated. When a predetermined number of bets determined according to the gaming state are set, the winning line LN (see FIG. 1) becomes valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the state where the game can be started. Become. In the present embodiment, when the prescribed number of bets is set to three regardless of the gaming state and the prescribed number of bets is set, the pay line LN becomes valid. In addition, when a medal is inserted exceeding the maximum number out of the prescribed number corresponding to the gaming state, the amount is added to the credit.

  The winning line is a line that is set to determine whether a combination of symbols displayed on the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is a winning symbol combination. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, only the winning line LN set across the symbols arranged in the horizontal direction in the middle stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the middle stage of the reel 2R, that is, the middle stage, is used as the winning line. It has been established. In this embodiment, only one winning line is applied, but a plurality of winning lines may be applied.

  In the present embodiment, invalid lines LM1 to LM1-4 are set apart from the winning line LN in order to make it easy to recognize that the winning line LN has a combination of symbols constituting the winning line. The invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are not determined based on the combination of symbols aligned with the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. When the combination of symbols constituting a specific prize is arranged on the winning line LN, the invalid line LM1 to LM4. When a combination of symbols (for example, bell-bell-bell) is awarded when the winning line LN is aligned with any of the LM1 to LM4, the symbols constituting the particular winning line LN It is easy to recognize that the combination is complete. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, an invalid line LM1 and a lower stage of the reel 2L, which are set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the upper stage of the reel 2L, the upper stage of the reel 2C, the upper stage of the reel 2R, that is, the upper stage. , The lower stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM2 set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the lower stage, the upper stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, the lower side There are four types of invalid lines LM3 set across straddling symbols LM3, lower stage of reel 2L, middle stage of reel 2C, upper stage of reel 2R, that is, invalid line LM4 set straddling to the right. It is defined as.

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

  Then, when all the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, one game is completed, and a predetermined symbol combination (hereinafter also referred to as a role) is displayed on the reels 2L, 2C, 2R on the winning line LN. If the game stops as a result, a winning occurs, and a predetermined number of medals are given to the player and added to the credit. Further, when the credit reaches the upper limit number (50 in this embodiment), medals are paid out directly from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 1). In addition, when the combination of symbols accompanying the transition of the gaming state on the winning line LN is stopped as a display result of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, the gaming state is shifted according to the combination of symbols. .

  In the present embodiment, a configuration using three reels is illustrated, but a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, a configuration using four or more reels may be used. In a configuration using two or more reels, a winning determination may be made based on a combination of display results derived for all two or more reels. In this embodiment, the variable display device is configured by physical reels. However, the variable display device may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

  In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, after the game is started and the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated and the symbols start to change, any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is operated. When this is done, the rotation of the reels corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is stopped, and the symbols are stopped and displayed. The maximum stop delay time from the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R to the stop of the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is 190 ms (milliseconds).

  The reels 2L, 2C and 2R rotate 80 times per minute, and 80 × 21 (the number of symbols per reel) = 1680 frames, so the maximum of 4 symbols is drawn in 190 ms. Will be able to. In other words, the symbols that can be selected as the stop symbols are the symbols that are displayed when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, and the symbols that are four frames ahead of them, for a total of five symbols.

  For this reason, for example, when any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated and the symbol displayed on the lower stage of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is used as a reference, the symbol from the symbol to four frames ahead is used. Since the symbols can be displayed in the lower row, in each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, when any one of the stop switches 8L, 8R is operated, the symbol displayed in the middle row of the reel corresponding to the stop switch. The symbols arranged within 5 frames including can be displayed on the winning line.

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

  The power supply board 101 is supplied with AC100V power from the outside, and from this AC100V power supply, a DC voltage necessary for driving electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated, and the game control board 40 and the game control board 40 are generated. It is supplied to the production control board 90 connected through the. In addition, a command transmission line from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91, which will be described later, and a power supply line for supplying power from the game control board 40 to the effect control board 90 are connected via a single cable and connector. Are connected to each other, and all the connectors that connect these cables and the respective boards are connected to each other so that the respective parts on the side of the effect control board 90 can operate and receive commands from the main control part 41. Become. For this reason, unless the command transmission line for transmitting a command from the main control unit 41 is connected to the effect control board 90, power is not supplied to the effect control board 90, and only the effect control board 90 side operates. There is no end to it. The power supply line for supplying power to the effect control board is directly connected from the power supply board 101 to the effect control board 90 without going through the game control board 40, and the power supply board 101 directly supplies power to the effect control board 90. May be supplied.

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

  On the game control board 40, the above-described MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, settlement switch 10, reset switch 23, stop switch 36a, automatic settlement switch 36b, insertion medal sensor 31, door open The detection switch 25 and reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the above-described payout sensor 34c, full sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, and reset / setting switch 38 are connected via the power supply board 101. Detection signals from these connected switches are input.

Further, the game control board 40 includes the credit indicator 11, the game auxiliary indicator 12 , 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16, the insertion request LED 17, the start valid LED 18, the waiting LED 19, the replaying LED 20, the BET switch valid LED 21, the left The middle and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R, the set value display 24, the flow path switching solenoid 30, the reel motors 32L, 32C and 32R are connected, and the hopper motor 34b described above is connected via the power supply board 101. These electrical components are connected, and are driven based on control of a main control unit 41 (described later) mounted on the game control board 40.

  The game control board 40 includes a main control unit 41, a control clock generation circuit 42, a random number clock generation circuit 43, a switch detection circuit 44, a motor drive circuit 45, a solenoid drive circuit 46, an LED drive circuit 47, and a power interruption detection circuit. 48 and a reset circuit 49 are mounted.

  The main control unit 41 is configured by a one-chip microcomputer, executes a control program stored in a ROM 506, which will be described later, and performs processing related to the progress of the game, and also includes a control circuit mounted on the game control board 40. Control each part directly or indirectly.

  The control clock generation circuit 42 generates a control clock CCLK serving as an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency outside the main control unit 41. The control clock CCLK generated by the control clock generation circuit 42 is supplied to the clock circuit 502 via, for example, a control external clock terminal EXC of the main control unit 41 as shown in FIG. The random number clock generation circuit 43 generates a random number clock RCLK that is an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency different from the oscillation frequency of the control clock CCLK, outside the main control unit 41. The random number clock RCLK generated by the random number clock generation circuit 43 is supplied to the random number circuit 509 via the random number external clock terminal ERC of the main control unit 41 as shown in FIG. 5, for example. As an example, the oscillation frequency of the random number clock RCLK generated by the random number clock generation circuit 43 may be set to be equal to or lower than the oscillation frequency of the control clock CCLK generated by the control clock generation circuit 42.

  The switch detection circuit 44 takes in detection signals input from switches connected directly to the game control board 40 or via the power supply board 101 and transmits them to the main control unit 41. The motor drive circuit 45 transmits the motor drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R. The solenoid drive circuit 46 transmits the solenoid drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the flow path switching solenoid 30. The LED drive circuit transmits the LED drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to various displays and LEDs connected to the game control board 40. The power interruption detection circuit 48 monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the slot machine 1 and outputs a voltage drop signal indicating that to the main control unit 41 when a voltage drop is detected. The reset circuit 49 provides a system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in a state where the power is unstable, such as when the power is turned on or when the power is turned off. The reset circuit 49 includes a watchdog timer, and provides a user reset signal to the main control unit 41 when the watchdog timer expires, that is, when the operation of the CPU 505 of the main control unit 41 stops for a certain period of time.

  FIG. 5 shows a configuration example of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 5 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes an external bus interface 501, a clock circuit 502, a specific information storage circuit 503, a reset / interrupt controller 504, a CPU 505, a ROM 506, and a RAM 507. A CTC (counter / timer circuit) 508, a random number circuit 509, a PIP (parallel input port) 510, a serial communication circuit 511, and an address decoding circuit 512.

  The external bus interface 501 provided in the main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 5 includes an interface function between the external bus and the internal bus of the chip constituting the main control unit 41, a direction control function of the address bus, data bus, and each control signal. Is a bus interface. For example, the external bus interface 501 is connected to an external memory or an external input / output device externally attached to the main control unit 41, and transmits / receives address signals, data signals, various control signals, and the like to / from these external devices. Anything to do. In this embodiment, the external bus interface 501 includes an internal resource access control circuit 501A.

  The internal resource access control circuit 501A controls access to internal data of the main control unit 41 from an external device via the external bus interface 501, and stores internal data such as a game control program and fixed data stored in the ROM 506, for example. This is a circuit for limiting inappropriate external reading. Here, a circuit analysis device such as an in-circuit emulator (ICE) may be connected to the external bus interface 501 as an external device.

  The clock circuit 502 provided in the main control unit 41 is a circuit that generates the internal system clock SCLK by, for example, dividing the oscillation signal input to the control external clock terminal EXC by two. In this embodiment, the control clock CCLK generated by the control clock generation circuit 42 is input to the control external clock terminal EXC. The internal system clock SCLK generated by the clock circuit 502 is supplied to various circuits such as the CPU 505 that control the progress of the game in the main control unit 41. The internal system clock SCLK is also supplied to the random number circuit 509 and used to monitor the frequency of the random number clock RCLK supplied from the random number clock generation circuit 43. Further, the internal system clock SCLK may be output from the system clock output terminal CLKO connected to the clock circuit 502 to the outside of the main control unit 41.

  The unique information storage circuit 503 included in the main control unit 41 is a circuit that stores a plurality of types of unique information serving as internal information of the main control unit 41, for example. As an example, the unique information storage circuit 503 stores three types of unique information such as a ROM code, a chip individual number, and an ID number. The ROM 506 code is a 4-byte numerical value generated from stored data in a predetermined area of the ROM 506, and four numerical values with different generation methods may be prepared. The chip individual number is a 4-byte number assigned when the main control unit 41 is manufactured, and indicates a different numerical value for each chip constituting the main control unit 41. The ID number is an 8-byte number assigned when the main control unit 41 is manufactured, and indicates a different numerical value for each chip constituting the main control unit 41. Here, it is sufficient that the chip individual number can be read from the user program while the ID number cannot be read from the user program. The unique information storage circuit 503 may be included in the ROM 506 by using a predetermined area of the ROM 506, for example. Alternatively, the unique information storage circuit 503 may be included in the CPU 505 by using a built-in register of the CPU 505, for example.

  The reset / interrupt controller 504 provided in the main control unit 41 is for controlling various resets and interrupt requests generated inside or outside the main control unit 41. The reset controlled by the reset / interrupt controller 504 includes a system reset and a user reset. The system reset is a reset that occurs when a low level signal (system reset signal) is input to the external system reset terminal XSRST for a certain period. The user reset is performed when a low level signal (user reset signal) is input to the external user reset terminal XURST for a certain period of time, or when a time-out signal of the built-in watchdog timer (WDT) is generated, or when running outside the specified area. This reset is caused by a predetermined factor such as the occurrence of prohibition (IAT). In this embodiment, as described above, since the watchdog timer (WDT) mounted on the reset circuit 49 is used without using the built-in watchdog timer, a user reset signal is input to the external user reset terminal XURST. Alternatively, a user reset occurs when the out-of-designated area travel prohibition (IAT) occurs.

  Interrupts controlled by the reset / interrupt controller 504 include a non-maskable interrupt NMI and a maskable interrupt INT. The non-maskable interrupt NMI is an interrupt that is unconditionally accepted even when the CPU 505 is in an interrupt-disabled state. When a low level signal is input to the external non-maskable interrupt terminal XNMI (also used as the input port P4) for a certain period of time. An interrupt that occurs. The maskable interrupt INT is an interrupt that can permit / prohibit acceptance of an interrupt request by a setting instruction of the CPU 505, and multiple interrupts can be executed by setting priority. The maskable interrupt INT is caused by the fact that a low level signal is input to the external maskable interrupt terminal XINT (also used as the input port P3) for a certain period of time, a time-out occurs in the timer circuit included in the CTC 508, Multiple types of interrupt factors are determined in advance, such as the occurrence of an interrupt factor due to data transmission in the serial communication circuit 511 and the occurrence of an interrupt factor due to the acquisition of numerical data as a random value in the random number circuit 509. It should be.

  The CPU 505 provided in the main control unit 41 executes processing for controlling the progress of the game in the slot machine 1 by executing the program read from the ROM 506. At this time, the CPU 505 reads out fixed data from the ROM 506, the CPU 505 writes various data to the RAM 507 and temporarily stores the data, and the CPU 505 stores various data temporarily stored in the RAM 507. The CPU 505 receives the input of various signals from the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501 or the PIP 510, and the CPU 505 receives the input of various signals via the external bus interface 501 or the serial communication circuit 511. A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the main control unit 41 is also performed.

  As described above, in the main control unit 41, the CPU 505 executes control according to the program stored in the ROM 506. Therefore, the main control unit 41 (or CPU 505) executes (or performs processing) below. Specifically, the CPU 505 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on boards other than the game control board 40.

  A ROM 506 provided in the main control unit 41 stores a user program for game control, fixed data, and the like. The ROM 506 stores a security check program 506A. The CPU 505 reads the security check program 506A stored in the ROM 506 when the main control unit 41 shifts to the security mode in response to the power-on of the slot machine 1 or the occurrence of a system reset, and whether the storage content of the ROM 506 has been changed. Execute security check processing to check whether or not. The security check program 506A may be stored in a built-in memory different from the ROM 506. Further, the security check program 506A may correspond to a security check process for inspecting the storage content of the external memory externally attached to the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, for example.

  A RAM 507 provided in the main control unit 41 provides a work area for game control. Here, at least a part of the RAM 507 may be a backup RAM backed up by a backup power source. That is, even if the power supply to the slot machine is stopped, at least part of the contents of the RAM 507 is stored for a predetermined period. In this embodiment, all areas of the RAM 507 are backup RAMs, and all contents of the RAM 507 are saved for a predetermined period even when power supply to the slot machine is stopped.

  The CTC 508 provided in the main control unit 41 includes, for example, an 8-bit programmable timer built in 3 channels (PTC0 to PTC2), and includes a timer circuit capable of generating a real-time interrupt and measuring time. Each programmable timer PTC0-PTC2 has a timer value that is updated in response to a change in the count clock signal generated based on the internal system clock SCLK (for example, a falling timing that changes from a high level to a low level). If it is good. In addition, the CTC 508 may incorporate, for example, an 8-bit programmable counter with 4 channels (PCC0 to PCC3). Each of the programmable counters PCC0 to PCC3 is only required to have its count value updated in response to a signal change of the internal system clock SCLK or occurrence of a timeout in any of the programmable counters PCC0 to PCC3. The CTC 508 resets the start time of the random number generated by the free run counter used for randomly determining the extension time (variable setting time) for extending the security time for each system reset or the random number circuit 509. A free-run counter or the like that is used to randomly determine each time may be included. Alternatively, these free-run counters may be included in an internal circuit of the main control unit 41 different from the CTC 508 such as a backup area of the RAM 507, for example.

  A random number circuit 509 included in the main control unit 41 is a circuit that generates numerical data that is a random value having a predetermined update range, such as a 16-bit random number. In the present embodiment, on the game control board 40 side, numerical data indicating a random value for internal lottery to be described later is controlled to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, random numbers other than these may be used. The CPU 505 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 509 based on the numerical data extracted from the random number circuit 509 to process or update various numerical data by software, thereby indicating numerical data indicating a random value for internal lottery. May be counted. In the following, it is assumed that numerical data indicating random numbers for internal lottery is not processed by software from numerical data extracted by the CPU 505 from the random number circuit 509 serving as hardware. The random number circuit 509 may be incorporated in the main control unit 41 or may be externally attached to the main control unit 41 as a random number circuit chip different from the main control unit 41. .

  The random number for internal lottery is a value used to determine whether or not to allow a plurality of types of winnings, and takes a value in the range of “0” to “65535” in this embodiment.

  The PIP 510 included in the main control unit 41 is, for example, a 6-bit input dedicated port, and includes an input port P0 to an input port P2 serving as a dedicated terminal and an input port P3 serving as a function shared terminal and an input port P5. . The input port P3 is also used as an external maskable interrupt terminal XINT connected to the CPU 505 or the like. The input port P4 is also used as an external non-maskable interrupt terminal XNMI connected to the CPU 505 or the like. The input port P5 is also used as the first channel reception terminal RXA used by the serial communication circuit 511. The use setting of the input port P3 to the input port P5 is instructed by the function setting KFCS stored in the program management area.

  An address decoding circuit 512 provided in the main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 5 is a circuit for decoding each functional block in the main control unit 41 and a chip select signal that is a decoding signal for an external device. . By the chip select signal, an internal circuit of the main control unit 41 or an external device as a peripheral device is selectively operated effectively and can be accessed from the CPU 505.

  The ROM 506 provided in the main control unit 41 stores various selection data and table data used for controlling the progress of the game, in addition to the game control user program and the security check program 506A. For example, the ROM 506 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, and the like prepared for the CPU 505 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. The ROM 506 stores table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 505 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the game control board 40.

  The RAM 507 provided in the main control unit 41 is provided with a game control data holding area 590 as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the slot machine 1. For example, a DRAM is used as the RAM 507, and a refresh operation is required to maintain the stored data contents. The CPU 505 has a built-in refresh register for performing this refresh operation. For example, the refresh register consists of 8 bits, and the lower 7 bits are automatically incremented each time the CPU 505 fetches an instruction from the ROM 506. Accordingly, the stored value in the refresh register is updated every execution time of one instruction in the CPU 505.

  The main control unit 41 transmits various commands to the sub control unit 91 via the serial communication circuit 511. A command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 is sent in only one direction, and no command is sent from the sub control unit 91 toward the main control unit 41.

  The main control unit 41 receives the detection state of various switches connected to the game control board 40 from the input port. Then, the main control unit 41 executes basic processing that shifts in stages according to the detection states of various switches input from these input ports.

  Further, the main control unit 41 can execute an interrupt process by interrupting the basic process when an interrupt occurs. In the present embodiment, a timer interrupt process (main), which will be described later, is executed at a certain time interval (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment) when a timeout occurs in the timer circuit included in the CTC 508.

  The main control unit 41 is set to prohibit other interrupts during the execution of the interrupt process, and when a plurality of interrupts occur at the same time, the main control unit 41 prioritizes according to a predetermined order. An interrupt to be executed is set. If another interrupt factor occurs during the execution of the interrupt process and the interrupt factor continues even after the interrupt process is completed, a new interrupt will occur at that point. It will be.

  The main control unit 41 repeatedly loops the process according to the control state until the detection state of the various switches connected to the game control board 40 changes as a basic process, and changes the detection state of the various switches. Execute a process that moves in stages. Further, the main control unit 41 executes a timer interrupt process (main) at regular time intervals (about 0.56 ms in this embodiment). In addition, the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (main) is set to a time longer than the sum of the time required to complete the repeated process according to the control state in the basic process and the execution time of the timer interrupt process (main) Therefore, the process that is repeated according to the control state between the current and next timer interrupt processes (main) is completed at least once.

  An effect switch 56 is connected to the effect control board 90, and a detection signal of the effect switch 56 is input.

  The effect control board 90 is connected to effect devices such as a liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 1), an effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED 55 described above, which are arranged on the front door 1b of the slot machine 1. These effect devices are driven based on control by a later-described sub-control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90.

  In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90 controls the output of the effect devices such as the liquid crystal display 51, effect effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, and reel LED 55. However, in addition to the sub-control unit 91, an output control unit that directly controls the output of the effect device is mounted on the effect control board 90 or another board, and the sub-control unit 91 is based on a command from the main control unit 41. The output control unit may determine the output pattern of the effect device, and the output control unit may control the output of the effect device based on the output pattern determined by the sub control unit 91. In such a configuration, the sub control unit 91 and the output control may be performed. The output control of the rendering device is performed by both of the units.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED 55 are exemplified as the effect device, but the effect device is not limited to these, for example, a mechanically driven display. A device or a mechanically driven item may be applied as the effect device.

  Similar to the main control unit 41, the effect control board 90 includes a sub CPU 91a, ROM 91b, RAM 91c, and a microcomputer provided with an I / O port 91d. The sub control unit 91 controls the effect, and the effect control board 90. A display control circuit 92 that performs display control of the liquid crystal display 51 connected to the LED, an LED driving circuit 93 that performs drive control of the effect LED 52 and the reel LED 55, an audio output circuit 94 that controls audio output from the speakers 53 and 54, When the power is turned on or when an initialization command from the sub CPU 91a is not input for a certain period of time, a reset circuit 95 that gives a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a and a detection signal input from the effect switch 56 connected to the effect control board 90 are detected. The switch detection circuit 96 outputs time information including date information and time information. The power supply voltage supplied to the timepiece device 97 and the slot machine 1 is monitored, and when a voltage drop is detected, a power drop detection circuit 98 that outputs a voltage drop signal to that effect to the sub CPU 91a, other circuits, etc. , And the sub CPU 91a receives various commands transmitted from the game control board 40 and performs various controls for performing effects, and directly controls each part of the control circuit mounted on the effect control board 90. To control automatically or indirectly.

  The reset circuit 95 has a lower voltage for releasing the reset signal than the reset circuit 49 that gives the system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. When the power is turned on, the sub control unit 91 It starts at an earlier stage than the unit 41. On the other hand, the power interruption detection circuit 98 has a voltage that outputs a voltage drop signal lower than the power interruption detection circuit 48 that outputs a voltage drop signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. The sub control unit 91 detects a power failure at a later stage than the main control unit 41, and performs a power interruption process (sub) described later.

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

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

  The sub-control unit 91 is also supplied with backup power in the event of a power failure, and the data stored in the backup area assigned to the RAM 91c is held while the backup power is being supplied. ing.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the medal payout rate changes according to the set value. Specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using a winning probability corresponding to a set value in an internal lottery described later. The set value is composed of 6 levels of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest payout rate and the payout rate being lower as the value is decreased in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and as the value decreases in order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the advantage decreases stepwise.

  In order to change the setting value, it is necessary to turn on the power of the slot machine 1 after the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the setting value read from the RAM 507 is displayed on the setting value display 24 as a display value, and the setting value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38. Transition to the setting change state. When the reset / setting switch 38 is operated in the setting change state, the display value displayed on the setting value display 24 is updated one by one (when further operation is performed from the setting 6, the display returns to the setting 1). . When the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is determined as the set value. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the determined display value (setting value) is stored in the RAM 507 of the main control unit 41, and the state shifts to a state in which the game can proceed.

  In order to check the set value, after the game is over, the setting key switch 37 may be turned on in a state where the bet amount is not set. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on in such a situation, the setting value read out from the RAM 507 is displayed on the setting value display 24, thereby shifting to a setting confirmation state in which the setting value can be confirmed. In the setting confirmation state, the game cannot be progressed, and by setting the setting key switch 37 to the off state, the setting confirmation state is ended and the state in which the game can proceed is returned.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 48 is detected every time the timer interruption process (main) is executed. If the determination process is performed and it is determined that the voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination process, the power interruption process (main) is executed. In the power interruption process (main), the register is saved in a stack of a RAM 507, which will be described later, and destructive diagnosis data (in this embodiment, 5AH) in which any bit is 1 is stored in the RAM 507, that is, specific data other than 0 is stored. In addition to the storage, the RAM parity adjustment data is calculated so that the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 507 becomes 0 and stored in the RAM 507. The RAM parity is a value calculated as an exclusive OR of the values stored in each bit of the corresponding area (all areas in this embodiment) of the RAM 507. For this reason, if the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 507 is 0, the RAM parity adjustment data is 0, and the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 507 is 1. In this case, the RAM parity adjustment data is 1.

  The main control unit 41 calculates the RAM parity based on the data stored in all areas of the RAM 507 at the time of activation, regardless of whether the system reset or the user reset, and the value of the data for destructive diagnosis And the processing state of the main control unit 41 is restored to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 507 on the condition that the RAM parity is 0 and the value of the data for destruction diagnosis is also correct. However, if the RAM parity is not 0 (in the case of 1) or the value of the destruction diagnosis data is not correct, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM abnormal error code is set in the register to control the RAM abnormal error state. However, the progress of the game is disabled. Unlike the normal error state, the RAM abnormal error state is not canceled even if the reset switch 23 or the reset / setting switch 38 is operated, and a new set value is set in the above-described setting change state. It will not be released until

  In this embodiment, all data stored in the RAM 507 is held by the backup power source even in the event of a power failure, and the main control unit 41 determines that the data in the RAM 507 is normal when the power is turned on. In addition, the configuration is such that the control state before power interruption is restored based on the data stored in the RAM 507. However, only the data stored in the RAM 507 that is necessary for returning to the control state in the event of a power failure is backed up and the power is turned on. It may be configured to return to the control state before power interruption based on the data backed up at the time.

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

  Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the sub control unit 91 determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 98 is detected every time the timer interrupt process (sub) is executed. If the determination process is performed and it is determined that the voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination process, the power interruption process (sub) is executed. In the power interruption process (sub), data relating to profits for the player, such as the number of navigation stocks described later, the occurrence status of ART, the number of remaining games of ART, and data for destructive diagnosis in which any bit is 1, That is, specific data other than 0 is stored, and the parity adjustment data is calculated so that the RAM parity based on the data stored in the backup area becomes 0, and stored in the backup area. ing. The RAM parity is a value calculated as an exclusive OR of the values stored in each bit of the backup area of the RAM 91c. For this reason, if the RAM parity based on the data stored in the backup area of the RAM 91c is 0, the RAM parity adjustment data is 0, and if the RAM parity based on the data stored in the backup area of the RAM 91c is 1, The RAM parity adjustment data is 1.

  Then, the sub-control unit 91 calculates the RAM parity based on the data stored in the backup area of the RAM 91c at the time of activation, confirms the value of the destructive diagnosis data, the RAM parity is 0, and the destructive data On the condition that the value of the diagnostic data is correct, the data related to the above-mentioned profit for the player is returned to the predetermined area of the RAM 91c based on the data stored in the RAM 91c, and the RAM parity is not 0. (In the case of 1) or when the value of the destructive diagnosis data is not correct, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and all areas of the RAM 91c including the backup area in which the data related to the profit for the player are stored are initialized. It has come to become.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 is a case where the data stored in the backup area of the RAM 91c is determined to be normal at the time of activation, and even if the data can be restored, the sub-control unit 91 When a setting command indicating the setting start described later, that is, a command indicating that the control state of the main control unit 41 is initialized as described later, data related to the profit for the player is stored. All areas of the RAM 91c including the backup area are initialized.

  In the present embodiment, except for the data to be restored from the backup area of the RAM 91c, it is initialized once when the sub-control unit 91 is activated. However, as with the main control unit 41, the data in all areas of the RAM 91c are stored. A configuration may be adopted in which the entire area of the RAM 91c is restored at the time of start-up while being held even when the power is interrupted.

  Next, initialization of the RAM 507 of the main control unit 41 will be described. The storage area of the RAM 507 of the main control unit 41 is divided into important work, non-saved work, general work, special work, unused area, and stack area.

  Important work includes various display devices, LED display data, I / O input / output data, game time counters, and other data that may be inconvenient to initialize, as well as a game status flag and RT remaining game count described later. The work to be stored. The unsaved work is a work that holds the state of various switches, and a value is always set regardless of whether or not the data in the RAM 507 is destroyed at the time of activation. The general work is a work that stores data that can be initialized at the end of the BB, such as a stop control table, a stop symbol, the number of medals paid out, and the total number of medals paid out in the BB. The special work is a work that stores data such as various software random numbers that are initialized only before the setting is started. The unused area is an unused area in the storage area of the RAM 507, and is initialized if any one of a plurality of initialization conditions described later is satisfied. The stack area is an area in which data saved from the register of the main control unit 41 is stored, and the unused stack area is one of a plurality of initialization conditions to be described later, like the unused area. However, if it is established, it will be initialized, but the in-use stack area is not initialized because the program continues.

  In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 stores the data in the RAM 507 when the setting key switch 37 is turned on, when a RAM error occurs, when the BB ends, and when the setting key switch 37 is turned off. When not being destroyed, when five initialization conditions at the end of one game are satisfied, four types of initializations that are initialized in accordance with each initialization condition are performed.

  Initialization 1 is an initialization performed when the setting key switch 37 is turned on at the time of startup and transitions to a setting change state, or initialization performed when a RAM abnormality error occurs. Then, in the storage area of the RAM 507, all areas (including the unused area and the unused stack area) except the important work, the stop phase work, and the used stack area, that is, the area from the unsaved work to the unused stack area Is initialized. Initialization 2 is initialization performed at the end of the BB. In initialization 2, the area of the RAM 507 includes the general work, the unused area, and the unused stack area, that is, the area from the general work to the unused stack area. It is initialized. Initialization 3 is an initialization performed when the setting key switch 37 is in an off state at the time of startup and the data in the RAM 507 is not destroyed. In the initialization 3, the unsaved work, the unused area, and the The used stack area is initialized. Initialization 4 is initialization performed at the end of one game. In initialization 4, an unused area and an unused stack area in the storage area of the RAM 507 are initialized.

  In this embodiment, initialization 1 is performed before the change of the setting change state. However, the initialization 1 is performed at the end of the setting change state, or both before the change of the setting change state and at the end of the setting change state. Also good.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, as described above, the prescribed number of bets that can be set is determined according to the gaming state (RT0 to 5, RB, BB (RB)), and determined according to the gaming state. The game can be started on condition that the specified number of bets is set. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN is activated when a specified number of bets according to the gaming state are set.

  In the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, when all the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, the activated pay line (in the present embodiment, all the pay lines are always enabled. The activated winning line is simply referred to as a winning line), and a winning combination is obtained when a combination of symbols called “comb” is arranged. The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols. The type of winning combination is determined according to the game state, but it can be roughly divided into a small role with payout of medals and a replay that can start the next game without the need to set the number of bets. There are a game combination and a special combination with a transition to a game state advantageous to the player. Below, a small role and a re-playing role are collectively called a general role. In order to win each winning combination determined according to the game state, it is necessary to win an internal lottery described later and set a winning flag for the winning combination in the RAM 507.

  Of the winning flags for each of these combinations, the winning flag for the small role and the re-playing role is valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and is invalid in the next game. It is valid until the combination of combinations permitted by the flag is complete, and is invalid in a game having the combination of combinations permitted. In other words, once the winning flag for a special role is won, even if the combination of characters allowed by the flag cannot be aligned, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It becomes.

  Hereinafter, the internal lottery of the present embodiment will be described. In the internal lottery, it is determined whether or not the above winning combination is permitted before the display results of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are derived and displayed (actually, when the start switch 7 is detected). To do. In the internal lottery, first, a random value for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is acquired when the start switch 7 is detected. Specifically, the value of the random number storage work assigned to the RAM 507 is set to the lottery work assigned to the RAM 507. Then, for each combination determined according to the gaming state and whether or not the special combination is carried over, the numerical data stored in the lottery work, the value of the gaming state flag for specifying the gaming state, the number of bets and the set value It is performed according to the number of judgment values of each combination determined according to

  The random value storage work is a storage area in which numerical data latched simultaneously with the operation of the start switch 7 is stored. Every time new numerical data is latched, the latched numerical data is processed by a timer interruption process thereafter. The numerical data read in (main) and stored in the random value storage work is updated to the latest numerical data latched newly.

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

  If a winning combination of any combination is determined, a winning flag corresponding to the winning combination is set in the internal winning flag storage work assigned to the RAM 507. The internal winning flag storage work consists of a 2-byte storage area, of which the upper byte is assigned as the special role storing work in which the winning flag for the special role is set, and the lower byte is the winning of the general role It is assigned as a general role storage work for which a flag is set. Specifically, when a special combination is won, a special combination winning flag indicating that the special combination is won is set in the special combination storing work, and the winning flag set in the general combination storing work is cleared. When a general combination is won, a winning flag for the general combination indicating that the general combination is won is set in the general combination storing work. If no winning combination is selected, only the general winning combination work is cleared.

  Next, stop control of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R will be described.

The main control unit 41 refers to the table index and the table creation data stored in the ROM 506 when the rotation of the reel starts and when the reel stops and the reel that is still rotating still remains. Then, a stop control table is created for each rotating reel. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel is effectively detected, the stop control table of the corresponding reel is referred to and the slip of the referred stop control table is referred to. Based on the number of frames, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R corresponding to the operated stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R.

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

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

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

  The stop control table is data that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing when the stop operation is performed. In the present embodiment, a stepping motor that makes one turn at a cycle of 336 steps (0 to 335) is used for the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R. That is, when the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R are driven in 336 steps, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R make one round. Then, 21 areas (frames) divided every 16 steps (the number of steps that one symbol moves) are defined for one reel, and these areas are areas 0 to 20 from the reel reference position. A number is assigned. On the other hand, the number of symbols arranged on one reel is 21, and symbol numbers 0 to 20 from the reel reference position are assigned to symbols on each reel, so symbols 0 to 20 are assigned to each reel. , Area numbers 0 to 20 are assigned in order. In the stop control table, the number of sliding symbols for each area number is compressed and stored according to a predetermined rule, and the number of sliding symbols for each area number can be acquired by expanding the stop control table. Yes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, when any of the winning combinations is won, the winning combination is drawn to the maximum in the range of 4 frames on the winning line, and the non-winning winning combination is drawn so that it is not aligned on the winning line. A stop control table with a defined number of frames is created and reel stop control is performed. If no winning combination is selected, a stop control table with a determined number of sliding symbols that do not have any combination And stop control of the reel. As a result, when a stop operation is performed, if the winning combination can be stopped on the winning line in the drawing range of up to 4 frames, the control is performed so that the winning combination is stopped. The combination that has not been performed will be controlled to be stopped in a drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames.

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

  In this example, when a special role is elected while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, or when a special role and a small role are simultaneously elected, the special role and the small role are won simultaneously. If the selected special role is given priority over the selected special role, the special role is controlled on the winning line only when the small role cannot be withdrawn. When winning simultaneously, priority is given to the control for aligning the special role on the winning line over the small role, and the control for aligning the small role on the winning line may be performed only when the special role cannot be drawn.

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 starts the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal described later in the previous game, that is, the time when the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is started. The game time, which is the time elapsed since the end of the game, is counted, and after one game is completed, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, etc., and the game start operation is enabled. When the start operation is performed, the game time in which the timing is started from the output start time of the first internal winning flag 8 signal described later in the previous game is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time (4.1 seconds in this embodiment). If there is, that is, if a predetermined regulation time has elapsed since the start of output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal of the previous game, the first internal winning flag in the game at that time Together to start the output of the 8 signals, thereafter start rotation of the reels.

  On the other hand, after the end of one game, when a prescribed number of bets are set by inserting medals and the game start operation is performed in a state where the game start operation is valid, If the game time that started timing from the start of output of the internal winning flag 8 signal is less than the predetermined regulation time, that is, the predetermined regulated time has elapsed from the start of output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal of the previous game. If not, the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is not started at that time, and the game time from which the timing of the first internal winning flag 8 signal of the previous game starts to be output is a predetermined regulation. The system waits until the time is reached, and when the predetermined regulation time is reached, the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the game is started and then the rotation of the reel is started.

  That is, when the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the previous game, the main control unit 41 performs the first game of the game until the predetermined regulation time elapses. By delaying the start of the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal of the player, by controlling the subsequent rotation of the reel, that is, the progress of the game, the game progresses so that the shortest time of one game is equal to or longer than the predetermined regulation time Is to regulate.

  In this embodiment, if the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the previous game, the first game of the game until the predetermined regulation time elapses. By delaying the start of the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal, the subsequent start of rotation of the reels is regulated to restrict the progress of the game so that the shortest time of one game is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time. However, it is sufficient that the progress of the game is regulated so that at least one game has a minimum time equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time, and one timing other than the start of output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in one game. The game time starts from the beginning of the reel rotation (for example, at the end of the game, etc.), and the predetermined regulation time elapses until the same timing in the next game If the game is allowed to proceed, the game is not allowed to proceed unless the predetermined regulation time has elapsed by the same timing in the next game. A configuration may be adopted in which the progress of the game is regulated so that the game can proceed at the time when the time has elapsed, so that the shortest time of one game is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time.

  Next, commands that the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sends to the sub-control unit 91 a number-of-insertion command, a credit command, an internal winning command, a freeze command, a preparation-out stop command, a preliminary-out stop command, a result-out stop command, Fluctuation restart command, reel delay command, reel rotation start command, reel stop command, winning number command, payout start command, payout end command, return command, gaming state command, RT information command, standby command, stop command, error command, A plurality of types of commands including a return command, a setting command, a setting confirmation command, a door command, and an operation detection command are transmitted.

  These commands consist of 1-byte type data indicating the command type and 1-byte extension data indicating the command content, and the sub-control unit 91 can determine the command type from the type data.

  The inserted number command is a command that can specify the number of inserted medals, that is, the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, and is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. Or, when a prescribed number of bets is not set, a medal is inserted, or when the bet number is set by operating the MAXBET switch 6. The inserted number command is transmitted when the betting number setting operation is performed, so that it is possible to specify that the betting number setting operation has been performed by receiving the inserted number command.

  The credit command is a command that can specify the number of medals stored as credits, and is a state from the end of the game (after setting change) to the start of the game, and in a state where a predetermined number of bets is set, Sent when a medal is inserted and credits are added.

  The internal winning command is a command that can specify the internal lottery result, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. Further, since the internal winning command is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated, it is possible to specify that the start switch 7 has been operated by receiving the internal winning command.

  The freeze command is a command that can specify whether or not to control a freeze state to be described later in the game, and is transmitted after the internal winning command.

  The ready-out stop command specifies whether the below-mentioned ready-out is stopped in the frozen state, and whether the later-out success is stopped by the operation of the start switch 7 or the later-out failure is stopped. This is a possible command, and is sent when the preparation is stopped in the freeze state.

  The advance notice stop command is a command that can specify that the advance notice that will be described later has been stopped, and is transmitted when the advance notice is derived after the successful outcome is derived in the freeze state.

  The result output stop command is a command that can specify that the success output or the failure output has been derived, and succeeds when the operation of the start switch 7 is detected in a state where the preparation output is stopped in the freeze state. It is transmitted when an outcome or failure outcome is derived, or when a certain amount of time passes and a success outcome or failure outcome is derived.

  The change restart command is a command that can specify that the change has started toward the preparation event after the success event has been derived. After the success event has been derived (if the notice event is derived) After that, it is transmitted when the change is started toward the preparation event.

  The reel delay command is a command that can specify the timing at which each reel starts to rotate, the timing at which the reel rotates at a constant speed, and the timing at which the stop operation becomes effective after the reel effect executed in the freeze state described later. Stores the timer values for the left, middle and right reels, which will be described later, which can specify the delay time of each reel, and each reel starts to rotate by taking into account the acceleration time of the reel on the sub-control unit 91 side. This is a command that can specify the timing, the timing of constant speed rotation, and the timing at which the stop operation becomes valid, and is transmitted before starting the rotation of the left reel that starts rotating first after the reel effect.

  The reel rotation start command is a command for notifying the start of reel rotation in a game that is not controlled in the freeze state, which will be described later, and is transmitted when the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is started.

  The reel stop command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, the area number of the corresponding reel stop operation position, and the area number of the corresponding reel stop position. And is transmitted each time stop control is performed in accordance with the stop operation of each reel. Since the reel stop command is transmitted when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, it is possible to specify that the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated by receiving the reel stop command. .

  The winning number command is a command that can specify the combination of symbols aligned on the winning line LN, whether or not a winning is received, the type of winning, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning. Sent after.

  The payout start command is a command for notifying the start of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals is started by paying out a prize or credit (including medals used for setting the number of bets). The payout end command is a command for notifying the end of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals by winning and winning a credit is completed.

  The return command is a command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power interruption, and is transmitted when the main control unit 41 returns to the control state before the power interruption.

  The game state command is a command that can specify the current game state (in BB, in RB, or replay), and is transmitted when power is restored or when the game ends.

  The RT information command is a command that can specify the gaming state of the next game (any one of RT0 to RT5), and is transmitted when the game ends.

  The standby command is a command indicating a transition to the standby state, and after one game is over, a credit (which was used for setting the bet number) is set when the transition to the standby state is made after a predetermined time without setting the bet number. (Including medals) is sent out after the medal payout is completed and the payout end command is sent.

  The stop command is a command indicating the occurrence or release of the stop state, and after the end of the BB, the stop command indicating the occurrence of the stop state is transmitted when the ending effect waiting time has elapsed, and the reset operation is performed. When the stop state is released, a stop command indicating the release of the stop state is transmitted.

  An error command is a command that indicates the occurrence or cancellation of an error condition and the type of error condition. When an error is determined and controlled to an error condition, an error command indicating the occurrence and type of the error condition is sent and reset. When the error state is canceled after the operation is performed, an error command indicating the cancellation of the error state is transmitted.

  The setting command is a command indicating the start or end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change. At the time of transition to the setting change state, a setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is transmitted, and when the setting change state ends. A setting command indicating the end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change is transmitted. Further, since the control state of the main control unit 41 is initialized with the transition to the setting change state, it can be specified that the control state of the main control unit 41 has been initialized by the setting command indicating the start of setting. .

  The setting confirmation command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting confirmation state. A setting confirmation command that indicates the start of setting confirmation is transmitted when entering the setting confirmation state, and the setting confirmation end is indicated when the setting confirmation state ends. A confirmation command is sent.

  The door command is a command indicating the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25, that is, on (open state) / off (closed state), when the power is turned on, at the end of one game (after the game is over, the bet number of the next game) Sent before the setting of ”can be started), and when the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 changes (from on to off, from off to on).

  The operation detection command is a command indicating the detection state (on / off) of the operation switches (MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R), and is transmitted at regular intervals.

  Of these commands, commands other than the door command and the operation detection command are generated in the basic process, and the command data in the command buffer assigned to the non-initialized area is updated to the newly generated command data, and the serial communication circuit The data is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 by being transferred to the transmission data register 561 of 511.

  On the other hand, the door command is generated in the door monitoring process of the timer interrupt process (main) and stored in the door command storage area. The door command storage area stores a door command indicating the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 at the time of power-on or at the end of one game, and when the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 changes, A door command indicating the detection state is stored. Further, the door command stored in the door command storage area is not cleared even after the door command is transmitted, and is then overwritten by a newly stored door command. When the power is turned on or one game is finished, a door command transmission request 1 for requesting transmission of a door command stored in the door command storage area is set, and whether the door command transmission request 1 is set or whether the door is open is detected. When the detection state of the switch 25 changes, the door command transmission request 2 is set. When the door command transmission request 2 is set, the door command stored in the door command storage area is set. In the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) executed after transmission is commanded, it is stored in the command buffer and transferred to the serial communication circuit 511 to be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

  The operation detection command is generated based on the detection state of the switch every time the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) is executed 10 times, and transferred to the serial communication circuit 511, so that It is transmitted to the control unit 91.

  Next, the control of the effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 based on the command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the effect control board 90 will be described.

  When the sub control unit 91 receives a command from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 executes a command reception interrupt process. In the command reception interrupt process, the command acquired from the command transmission line is stored in the reception buffer provided in the RAM 91c.

  The reception buffer is provided with an area capable of storing a maximum of 16 commands so that a plurality of commands can be accumulated.

  In the timer interrupt process (sub), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not an unprocessed command is stored in the reception buffer. If an unprocessed command is stored, the sub-control unit 91 is the earliest. The control pattern table stored in the ROM 91b is referred to based on the command received in the stage, and the liquid crystal display 51, effect effect LED 52, speakers 53, 54, reel LED 55, etc. are controlled based on the control contents registered in the control pattern table. Performs output control of various rendering devices.

  In the control pattern table, the display pattern of the liquid crystal display 51 corresponding to the type of command, the lighting mode of the lighting effect LED 52, the output mode of the speakers 53 and 54, the lighting mode of the reel LED, etc. Control patterns of these effect devices are registered, and when the sub-control unit 91 receives a command, the sub-control unit 91 stores the control patterns registered corresponding to the effect patterns set in the RAM 91c in the game of the control pattern table. Among these, the control pattern corresponding to the type of the received command is referred to, and the output control of the rendering device is performed based on the control pattern. Thereby, the production according to the production pattern and the progress of the game is executed.

  If the sub-control unit 91 receives a new command during execution of an effect triggered by the reception of a certain command, the sub-control unit 91 stops the effect based on the control pattern being executed, and changes to the newly received command. An effect based on the corresponding control pattern is executed. In other words, even if the production is not finished to the end, when a new command is received, the production that was being executed is canceled and a new command is received unless the received new command is not a command that triggers a new production. An effect based on the command is executed.

  In particular, in this embodiment, when the betting number setting operation is performed during the execution of the effect, that is, when the sub-control unit 91 receives the inserted number command indicating that the betting number is set, The production is to be canceled. For this reason, if the player wants to proceed to the next game rather than seeing the production to the end, the production is canceled and the next game can be started. There is no. Further, when a credit or betting amount adjustment operation is performed during the performance, that is, after the sub-control unit 91 receives a game state command indicating the end of the game, it receives an internal winning command indicating the start of the game. When the payout start command is received before, the effect being executed is stopped. Credits and bets are settled when the game is terminated. In such a case, by terminating the performance that is being executed, there is an intention to end the game, but the performance continues unnecessarily. It is designed not to be overwhelmed.

  When the internal winning command is received, the effect pattern is selected at a selection rate corresponding to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command, and is set in the RAM 91c. The selection rate of the effect pattern is registered in the effect table stored in the ROM 91b, and when the sub control unit 91 receives the internal winning command, the sub control unit 91 stores the effect pattern in the effect table according to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command. With reference to the registered selection rate, one of the effect patterns is selected from a plurality of types of effect patterns according to the selection rate, and the selected effect pattern is set in the RAM 91c as the effect pattern of the game. Even if the same command is received, a different control pattern is selected depending on the effect pattern selected when the internal winning command is received. As a result, different effects may be performed depending on the effect pattern.

  In addition, when the sub control unit 91 receives a specific command from the main control unit 91, the sub control unit 91 performs an effect based on a control pattern corresponding to the specific command. For example, when an error command is received, an error notification effect is performed with a control pattern corresponding to the error state, and when a standby command is received, a demonstration effect indicating a standby state is performed.

  The sub-control unit 91 buffers a plurality of detection states (on / off) of the MAXBET switch 6, the start switch 7, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R specified from the operation detection command in time series. Based on the detection states (on / off) of the buffered MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, detection of the MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R It is possible to specify whether or not the state has changed, and by specifying these changes in the detection state, it is possible to specify the operation status of the MAXBET switch 6, the start switch 7, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R. It has become.

  In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, a winning is awarded when the winning symbols are aligned on any winning line. The types of winning combinations are determined according to the state of the game, but can be broadly divided into special roles with transition to big bonus and regular bonus, small roles with payout of medals, and setting of bet number. There is a re-player who can start the next game without needing.

  The big bonus may be indicated as BB and the regular bonus may be indicated as RB. In some cases, a big bonus or a regular bonus is simply referred to as a bonus. In order for each winning combination determined according to the gaming state to occur, it is necessary to set a winning flag in the RAM 507 to win the internal lottery and allow the winning of the winning combination.

  FIG. 6 to FIG. 9 are diagrams for explaining the types of winning combinations, symbol combinations of winning combinations, and technical matters related to winning combinations. FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control unit 41, and FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an outline of the gaming state and RT.

  As shown in FIG. 10, the slot machine in the present embodiment is controlled to any one of RT0 to RT5, RB, and BB (RB).

  Referring to FIG. 6, special bonuses among the winning combinations include big bonuses 1 to 4 (hereinafter, each big bonus is referred to as BB), regular bonuses 1 and 2 (hereinafter, each regular bonus is referred to as RB). ) 6 types of bonuses are included.

  BB1 is awarded when the combination of “network 7-network 7-network 7” is aligned on the winning line. BB2 is awarded when the combination of “white 7-white 7-white 7” is aligned on the winning line.

  When winning a prize in either BB1 or BB2, the game shifts to a big bonus that is controlled in every game for the regular bonus during BB (hereinafter referred to as BBRB).

  The big bonus generated due to the winning of either BB1 or BB2 ends on condition that 316 or more medals have been paid out.

  RB1 wins when a combination of “net 7-net 7-black 7” is aligned on the pay line. RB2 is awarded when the combination of “white 7-white 7-black 7” is aligned on the winning line.

  When winning one of RB1 and RB2, a transition is made to a regular bonus (hereinafter referred to as RB).

  The regular bonus generated due to the winning of either RB1 or RB2 ends on the condition that any winning combination has won 6 times or 12 games have been consumed.

  As shown in FIG. 10, it is controlled to RT4 from the internal winning of either BB1 or RB2 until winning, and is controlled to RT5 from the internal winning of either BB2 or RB1 to winning. The Also, as shown in FIG. 10, after the big bonus or regular bonus (collectively referred to as a bonus) is completed, the control is performed to RT3.

  Even if one of BB1, BB2, RB1, and RB2 is won in the internal lottery to be described later, if the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are not operated at an appropriate timing to be able to win these roles, these I won't win a role. The symbols that make up BB1, BB2, RB1, and RB2 ("Black 7" and "White 7" on the left and middle reels, "Black 7", "White 7", and "Net 7" on the right reel) This is because the left reel 2L, the middle reel 2C, and the right reel 2R are not arranged within 5 frames.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 7, the small combination among the winning combinations will be described. Among the winning combinations, the small combination includes a middle bell, a right-down bell, an upper bell 1-8, a lower cherry, a one-piece combination, and a right-up bell.

  The middle bell is awarded when the combination of “bell-bell-bell” is arranged on the winning line LN, and eight medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the bells are arranged within 5 frames in each of the left reel 2L, the middle reel 2C, and the right reel 2R. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a middle bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that a winning can be made regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  A downward-sloping bell is when any combination of “Replay-Bell-Replay”, “Replay-Bell-Plum”, “Plum-Bell-Replay”, and “Plum-Bell-Plum” is aligned on the winning line LN. Wins and 8 medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the replay and plum of the left reel 2L are arranged at a position one below the bell, and the replay and plum of the right reel 2R are arranged at a position one above the bell. Therefore, when any combination of “Replay-Bell-Replay”, “Replay-Bell-Plum”, “Plum-Bell-Replay”, and “Plum-Bell-Plum” is prepared, “Bell-Bell-Bell” ”Are lowered to the right, that is, aligned with the invalid line LM3.

  Further, either the plum or the replay is arranged within 5 frames in each of the left reel 2L and the right reel 2R, and the bell is arranged within 5 frames in the middle reel 2C. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a right-down bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that a winning can be made regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  Next, the upper bells 1 to 8 will be described. The upper bell 1 is awarded when the combination of “Replay-Orange-Orange” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 2 is awarded when the combination of “Replay-Orange-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 3 is awarded when the combination of “Replay-BAR-Orange” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 4 is awarded when the combination of “Replay-BAR-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 5 is awarded when a combination of “plum-orange-orange” is arranged on the winning line LN. The upper bell 6 is awarded when the combination of “Plum-Orange-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 7 is awarded when a combination of “Plum-BAR-Orange” is aligned on the winning line LN. The upper bell 8 is awarded when the combination of “Plum-BAR-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the replay and plum of the left reel 2L, the BAR and orange of the middle reel, and the BAR and orange of the right reel 2R are arranged at positions one level below the bell. “Orange-Orange”, “Replay-Orange-BAR”, “Replay-BAR-Orange”, “Replay-BAR-BAR”, “Plum-Orange-Orange”, “Plum-Orange-BAR”, “Plum-BAR-” When any combination of “Orange” and “Plum-BAR-BAR” is aligned, the “Bell-Bell-Bell” combination is aligned to the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  In the left reel 2L, replays and plums are not arranged within 5 frames, and orange and BAR are not arranged within 5 frames for each of the middle reel 2C and the right reel 2R. Therefore, even if one of the upper bells 1 to 8 is won in the internal lottery to be described later, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the winning upper bell configuration symbols must be operated at an appropriate timing. For example, you won't win the winning top bell.

  The lower cherries are awarded when the combination of “BAR-Orange-ANY (ANY can be any symbol)”, “BAR-BAR-ANY”, “BAR-Bell-ANY” on the winning line LN. . When the lower cherries win, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, since the BAR of the left reel 2L is arranged one position above the cherry, “BAR-orange-ANY (ANY can be any symbol)”, “BAR- When any combination of “BAR-ANY” and “BAR-Bell-ANY” is prepared, “Cherry” on the left reel stops at the lower stage, and the combination of “Cherry-ANY-ANY” moves up and down to the right, That is, they are aligned with the invalid lines LM2 and LM4.

  In the middle reel 2C, any one of orange, BAR, and bell is arranged within 5 frames, but in the left reel 2L, BAR is not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if the lower cherries are won in an internal lottery to be described later, the lower cherries will not be won if the stop switch 8L corresponding to the left reel 2L is not operated at an appropriate timing.

  One winning combination is awarded when the combination of “Black 7-Cherry-Net 7” is aligned on the winning line LN. When one winning combination wins, one medal is paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the black 7 of the left reel 2L, the cherry of the middle reel, and the net 7 of the right reel are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if one winning combination is won in an internal lottery to be described later, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the left reel 2L, the middle reel 2C, and the right reel 2R are not operated at an appropriate timing. I won't win a prize.

  The bells that go up to the right are "Black 7-Bell-Orange", "White 7-Bell-Orange", "Watermelon Bell-Orange", "Black 7-Bell-BAR", and "White 7-Bell-" on the winning line LN. When any combination of “BAR” and “Watermelon Bell-BAR” is completed, a prize is awarded and 10 medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, black 7, white 7 and watermelon of the left reel 2L are arranged one position above the bell, and orange and BAR of the right reel 2R are one position below the bell. "Black 7-Bell-Orange", "White 7-Bell-Orange", "Watermelon Bell-Orange", "Black 7-Bell-BAR", "White 7-Bell-BAR" When any combination of “watermelon-bell-BAR” is aligned, the combination of “bell-bell-bell” goes up to the right, that is, aligns with the invalid line LM4.

  In the left reel 2L, one of black 7, white 7, and watermelon is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel 2C, the bell is arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, orange, BAR One of these is arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a right-up bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that, as a rule, it can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 8, the re-game player among the winning combinations will be described. Among the winning combinations, the replaying role includes normal replay, lower replay, falling replay, promotion replays 1 and 2, and special replay.

  The normal replay is awarded when a combination of “Replay-Replay-Replay”, “Replay-Replay-Plum”, “Plum-Replay-Replay”, and “Plum-Replay-Plum” is arranged on the winning line LN. Replays and plums are arranged within 5 frames in each of the left reel 2L, middle reel 2C, and right reel 2R. Therefore, as a general rule, it can be said that the normal replay is a role that can be won regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R if the winning is made.

  The lower replay includes “Bell-Orange-Orange”, “Belle-Orange-Cherry”, “Belle-Orange-Watermelon”, “Belle-Orange-Black 7”, “Belle-Orange-Net 7”, "Bell-Orange-White 7", "Bell-BAR-Orange", "Bell-BAR-Cherry", "Bell-BAR-Watermelon", "Bell-BAR-Black 7", "Bell-BAR-Net 7" , “BELL-BAR-WHITE 7” combination is awarded.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the bell of the left reel 2L is arranged at a position one above the replay or plum, and the orange and BAR of the middle reel 2C are arranged at a position one above the replay. "Bell-orange-orange", "bell-orange-cherry", "bell-orange-watermelon", "bell-orange-black 7", "bell-orange-net 7", "bell-orange-" "White 7", "Bell-BAR-Orange", "Bell-BAR-Cherry", "Bell-BAR-Watermelon", "Bell-BAR-Black 7", "Bell-BAR-Net 7", "Bell-BAR" When any combination of “White 7” is prepared, “Replay-Replay-Watermelon / Replay / Plum / Cherry / Net 7 / White 7”, “Replay-Plum-Replay-Replay-Watermelon / Replay / Plum / Chi Lee / Net 7 / White 7 ”,“ Plum-Replay-Replay-Replay-Watermelon / Replay / Plum / Cherry / Net 7 / White 7 ”,“ Plum-Plum-Replay-Replay-Watermelon / Replay / Plum / Cherry / The combination of “net 7 / white 7” is aligned at the lower stage, that is, the invalid line LM2.

  Further, in the left reel 2L, the bell is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel, orange and BAR are arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, orange, cherry, watermelon, black 7, net 7 , One of white 7 is arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when the lower stage replay is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that the prize can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  The tumble replay is awarded when the combination of “bell-replay-bell” is arranged on the winning line LN.

  Referring now to FIG. 3, the bell of the left reel 2L is located one position above the replay or plum, and the bell of the right reel 2R is located one position below the replay. So, when the combination of “bell-replay-bell” is complete, the combination of “replay-replay-replay”, “replay-replay-plum”, “plum-replay-replay”, “plum-replay-plum” goes up to the right. That is, they are aligned with the invalid line LM4.

  In the left reel 2L, the bell is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel, the replay is arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, the bell is arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a fall replay is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that a prize can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  As shown in FIG. 10, after winning the fall replay at RT0, it is controlled to RT1.

  The promotion replay 1 is awarded when a combination of “replay-replay-bell” and “plum-replay-bell” is arranged on the winning line LN. In the left reel 2L, one of the replays and plums is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel 2C, the replay is arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, the bell is arranged within 5 frames. ing. Therefore, it can be said that, as a general rule, the promotion replay 1 can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R if it is won.

  Promotion Replay 2 is when any combination of “Bell-Orange-Replay”, “Bell-Orange-Plum”, “Bell-BAR-Replay”, and “Bell-BAR-Plum” is arranged on the winning line LN. Winning a prize.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the bell of the left reel 2L is arranged at a position one above the replay or plum, and the orange and BAR of the middle reel 2C are arranged at a position one above the replay. Since the replay and plum of the right reel 2R are arranged one position above the bell, “bell-orange-replay”, “bell-orange-plum”, “bell-BAR-replay”, “ When the combination of “bell-BAR-plum” is arranged, the combination of “replay-replay-bell” and “plum-replay-bell” is arranged in the lower stage, that is, the invalid line LM2.

  In the left reel 2L, the bell is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel, orange and BAR are arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, replay and plum are arranged within 5 frames. ing. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when the promotion replay 2 is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that, as a rule, it can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R.

  As shown in FIG. 10, after winning a promotion replay (promotion replay 1 or promotion replay 2) at RT1, it is controlled to RT0. As will be described later, the promotion replay is set so as not to be won by itself in the internal lottery in RT2 and RT3. Further, when the special combination and the promotion replay are won at the same time in the internal lottery in RT2 and RT3, RT4 or RT5 is controlled at that time. For this reason, RT2 and RT3 do not win a promotion replay. As a result, it is configured not to be controlled from RT2 and RT3 to RT0, and it is configured to receive a promotion replay prize only when RT1 and to be controlled to RT0 only from RT1.

  The special replay is awarded when a combination of “bell-replay-replay” and “bell-replay-plum” is arranged on the winning line LN. In the left reel 2L, the bell is arranged within 5 frames, in the middle reel 2C, the replay is arranged within 5 frames, and in the right reel 2R, one of the replays and plums is arranged within 5 frames. ing. Therefore, as a general rule, special replays can be said to be a role that can be awarded regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R if they are elected.

  As shown in FIG. 10, after winning a special replay at RT0, control is performed at RT2. As will be described later, the special replay is set not to win by itself in the internal lottery at RT1 and RT3. Further, when the special combination and special replay are won at the same time in the internal lottery at RT1 and RT3, RT4 or RT5 is controlled at that time. For this reason, the special replay is not won at RT1 and RT3. As a result, it is configured not to be controlled from RT1 and RT3 to RT2, and special replay is awarded only when RT0, and is configured to be controlled by RT2 only from RT0.

  The 7-match replay is awarded when a combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” is aligned on the winning line LN. In addition, the 7 irregular replays are “black 7-black 7-replay”, “black 7-black 7-plum”, “black 7-replay-black 7”, “replay-black 7-black 7” on the winning line LN. , “Plum-Black 7-Black 7”, “Black 7-Replay-Replay”, “Black 7-Replay-Plum”, “Replay-Black 7-Replay”, “Replay-Black 7-Plum”, “Plum-” A prize is awarded when the combinations of “Black 7-Replay”, “Plum-Black 7-Plum”, “Replay-Replay-Black 7”, and “Plum-Replay-Black 7” are complete.

  One of the replays and plums is arranged within 5 frames in all reels, but “black 7” is arranged over 5 frames in all reels. For this reason, even if the 7 lot replay or 7 misalignment replay is won in the internal lottery described later, in principle, if the stop switch corresponding to at least one reel is not operated at an appropriate timing, the 7 replay or 7 misalignment is performed in principle. Replay won't win, but 7 replays will be won at the same time as 7 irregular replays and normal replays, as will be described later. When replay is won at the same time, regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R, one of 7 replays, 7 uneven replays, and normal replays always wins, and 7 non-uniform replays and normal replays are won simultaneously. If it is, stop switch 8L ~ 8R One of the 7 irregular replay and normal replay, regardless of the operation timing is that you always win.

  Next, the transition outcome will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 9, the transition items are “Replay-Orange-Bell”, “Replay-BAR-Bell”, “Plum-Orange-Bell”, “Plum-BAR-Bell”, “Replay-Bell-Orange”. ”,“ Replay-Bell-BAR ”,“ Plum-Bell-Orange ”,“ Plum-Bell-BAR ”,“ Black 7-Orange-Orange ”,“ Black 7-Orange-BAR ”,“ Black 7-BAR- ” "Orange", "Black 7-BAR-BAR", "White 7-Orange-Orange", "White 7-Orange-BAR", "White 7-BAR-Orange", "White 7-BAR-BAR", "Watermelon -Orange-orange "," Watermelon-orange-BAR "," Watermelon-BAR-orange "," Watermelon-BAR-BAR ". In this embodiment, left bells 1 to 4, middle bells 1 to 4 and right bells 1 to 4 which will be described later are elected, and the upper bells which are elected as the first stop other than the reels which become the winning conditions for the middle bells are elected. When the game is missed, the above-mentioned transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  As shown in FIG. 10, after RT0, RT2, and RT3, the transition outcomes are aligned with the winning line LN, control is performed to RT1. Note that RT1 is maintained when the transition outcomes are aligned with the winning line LN at RT1.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 12-16, the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for each gaming state will be described. In the present embodiment, the role to be subject to the internal lottery and its winning are determined depending on whether the gaming state is RT0-3, RT4, RT5, BB (RB), or RB. Probability is different. Furthermore, if the gaming state is RT0-3, at least one of the re-game player who is the target of the internal lottery and its winning probability differs depending on the type of RT0-3. As will be described later as a lottery target combination, a plurality of winning combinations can be read out simultaneously and can be won in duplicate. In FIG. 12 to FIG. 16, by indicating “+” between winning combinations, it indicates that they are simultaneously read out as a lottery target combination in the internal lottery.

  In FIGS. 12 to 16, the lottery target combination is shown in the vertical column, and the gaming state is shown in the horizontal column. In the column where the gaming state intersects with the lottery target, a circle indicates that the lottery target is read out in the gaming state, and a cross indicates the lottery target when in the gaming state. This indicates that the combination is not read out.

  Further, the numerical value shown below the circle indicates the number of determination values of a predetermined set value (for example, set value 1). An internal lottery is performed using the number of determination values. The denominator of the number of determination values is set to “65536” corresponding to a random number for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535). For this reason, for example, the winning probability of the lottery subject for which “300” is set as the number of determination values is 300/65536.

  12 and 13 show combinations of special combinations that are read as lottery targets for each gaming state, FIG. 14 shows combinations of small roles that are read as lottery targets for each gaming state, and FIG. The combination of the re-games read out as the lottery target game for each game state is shown. FIG. 16 shows combinations of the combinations constituting the simultaneous winning combinations shown in FIGS.

  When it is RT0, BB1, BB1 + weak cherry, BB1 + strong cherry, BB1 + normal replay, BB1 + fall replay, BB1 + promotion replay, BB1 + special replay, BB2, BB2 + weak cherry, BB2 + strong cherry, BB2 + normal replay, BB2 + fall replay, BB2 + Promotion replay, BB2 + special replay, RB1, RB1 + weak cherry, RB1 + strong cherry, RB2, RB2 + weak cherry, RB2 + strong cherry, bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, medium Bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, weak cherry, strong cherry, replay GR11, replay GR12, replay GR13, replay GR14, replay GR15 It becomes the target role of.

  When RT1, BB1, BB1 + weak cherry, BB1 + strong cherry, BB1 + normal replay, BB1 + fall replay, BB1 + promotion replay, BB1 + special replay, BB2, BB2 + weak cherry, BB2 + strong cherry, BB2 + normal replay, BB2 + fall replay, BB2 + Promotion replay, BB2 + special replay, RB1, RB1 + weak cherry, RB1 + strong cherry, RB2, RB2 + weak cherry, RB2 + strong cherry, bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, medium Bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, weak cherry, strong cherry, normal replay, replay GR1, replay GR2, replay GR3, replay GR4, replay GR5 , Replay GR6 is the target of internal lottery It made.

  When RT2, BB1, BB1 + weak cherry, BB1 + strong cherry, BB1 + normal replay, BB1 + fall replay, BB1 + promotion replay, BB1 + special replay, BB2, BB2 + weak cherry, BB2 + strong cherry, BB2 + normal replay, BB2 + fall replay, BB2 + Promotion replay, BB2 + special replay, RB1, RB1 + weak cherry, RB1 + strong cherry, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right Bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, weak cherry, strong cherry, normal replay, replay GR21, and replay GR22 are subject to internal lottery.

  When it is RT3, BB1, BB1 + weak cherry, BB1 + strong cherry, BB1 + normal replay, BB1 + fall replay, BB1 + promotion replay, BB1 + special replay, BB2, BB2 + weak cherry, BB2 + strong cherry, BB2 + normal replay, BB2 + fall replay, BB2 + Promotion replay, BB2 + special replay, RB1, RB1 + weak cherry, RB1 + strong cherry, RB2, RB2 + weak cherry, RB2 + strong cherry, bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, medium Bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, weak cherries, strong cherries, and normal replays are subject to internal lottery.

  When it is RT4, RT5, bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right Bell 3, right bell 4, weak cherry, strong cherry, normal replay, lower replay, fall replay, promotion replay, and special replay are targeted for internal lottery.

  When it is BB (RB) or RB, bells, weak cherries, strong cherries, and right-up bells are subject to internal lottery.

  As shown in FIG. 16, the weak cherry is the lower cherry alone, and the strong cherry is the lower cherry plus one. At the time of weak cherry winning, the strong cherry winning is controlled so that the combination of “BAR-BAR-ANY” can be derived when the left and middle reels are stopped at the timing when both are within the “BAR” pull-in range. However, when winning a weak cherry, if the left, middle, and right reels are stopped at a timing that is within the “BAR” pull-in range, the “BAR-BAR-BAR” combination is While it is controlled so that it does not align, when a strong cherry is won, if the operation of stopping the left, middle, and right reels is performed at the timing of the “BAR” pull-in range, “BAR-BAR-BAR” Are controlled so that the combinations of

  For this reason, when a stop operation is performed aiming at “BAR” on each of the left, middle, and right reels, when the cherry stops on the lower stage of the left reel 2L, the combination of “BAR-BAR-BAR” is displayed on the middle stage. Whether it is a strong cherry or a weak cherry can be recognized depending on whether they are aligned.

  In the following, the stop mode in which “cherry” stops at the lower stage of the left reel and the combination of “BAR-BAR-BAR” is arranged in the interruption is called strong cherry eyes, and “cherry” stops at the lower stage of the left reel. In addition, a stop mode in which the combination of “BAR-BAR-BAR” is not complete is called weak cherry eyes.

  Even when a strong cherry is won, only the left reel is stopped at the timing when “BAR” is in the pull-in range, and the right reel is not stopped at timing when “BAR” is in the pull-in range. The same outcome as when the weak cherry was won, that is, the weak cherry outcome will be derived.

  In addition, in this embodiment, both the weak cherry and the strong cherry can be won simultaneously with the special role, and the probability of the weak cherry winning alone and the probability of the latter occupying the combined value of the probability that the weak cherry wins simultaneously with the special role is determined. However, since the probability of the strong cherry winning alone and the probability of the latter occupying the combined value of the probability of strong cherry winning simultaneously with the special role is set higher, the strong cherry is stronger than when the weak cherry eyes stop When your eyes stop, you can expect to win a special role.

  The bell is a middle bell + a downward-sloping bell. Left bell 1 is right falling bell 5 + upper bell 5 + upper bell 8, left bell 2 is right falling bell + upper bell 6 + upper bell 7, and left bell 3 is right falling bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 3, left bell 4 is right falling bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 4. The left bells 1 to 4 are also simply called left bells. The middle bell 1 is the middle bell + the upper bell 2 + the upper bell 5, the middle bell 2 is the middle bell + the upper bell 1 + the upper bell 6, and the middle bell 3 is the middle bell + the upper bell 4 + the upper bell. 7 and the middle bell 4 is the middle bell + the upper bell 3 + the upper bell 8. The middle bells 1 to 4 are also simply called middle bells. The right bell 1 is the middle bell + the upper bell 3 + the upper bell 5, the right bell 2 is the middle bell + the upper bell 1 + the upper bell 7, and the right bell 3 is the middle bell + the upper bell 4 + the upper bell. 6 and the right bell 4 is the middle bell + the upper bell 2 + the upper bell 8. The right bells 1 to 4 are also simply called right bells. The left bells 1 to 4, the middle bells 1 to 4, and the right bells 1 to 4 are also simply referred to as push order bells.

  The promotion replay is promotion replay 1 + promotion replay 2.

  Replay GR1 is normal replay + promotion replay 1, replay GR2 is normal replay + promotion replay 1 + promotion replay 2, replay GR3 is normal replay + promotion replay 1 + lower replay, and replay GR4. Is normal replay + promotion replay 1 + promotion replay 2 + lower replay, replay GR5 is normal replay + promotion replay 2, and replay GR6 is normal replay + promotion replay 2 + lower replay.

  Replay GR11 is tumble replay + special replay, replay GR12 is tumble replay + special replay + normal replay, replay GR13 is tumble replay + special replay + lower replay, and replay GR14 is Tumble replay + special replay + normal replay + lower replay. Replay GR15 is tumble replay + special replay + promotion replay 1.

  The replay GR21 is 7-match replay + 7-mismatch replay + normal replay, and the replay GR22 is 7-mismatch replay + normal replay.

  In RT0-3, the number of determination values of weak cherry, strong cherry, normal replay, fall replay, and promoted replay that can be won simultaneously with any of BB1, BB2, RB1, and RB2 is RT4 and RT5, respectively. Since it is added to weak cherries, strong cherries, normal replays, tumble replays, and promoted replays that are read separately from bonuses, the probability of winning each of weak cherries, strong cherries, normal replays, tumble replays, and promoted replays is constant. Is assured.

  In this way, the target role of the internal lottery varies depending on whether the gaming state is RT0-3, RT4, 5, BB (RB), or RB, and BB (RB) or RB Then, the internal lottery is performed using the lottery table in which the winning combination probability of the small role is set higher than RT0-5.

  If the gaming state is RT4 or 5, the internal lottery role does not change depending on whether it is RT4 or RT5, but the target game depends on whether it is RT4 or RT5. An internal lottery is performed using lottery tables with different winning probabilities for gamers.

  Also, when the gaming state is RT0-3, depending on whether it is RT0-3, the re-game player to be subject to the internal lottery differs, and depending on whether it is RT0-3, the target An internal lottery is performed using a lottery table with different re-game players and their winning probabilities.

  In this embodiment, when a plurality of types of re-game players are won at the same time, as shown in FIG. 17, a re-game player determined according to the type of the re-game players won at the same time and the stop operation order is won. Control is performed so that the line is stopped within a maximum of 4 frames on the line. FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining reel control when a plurality of replays are simultaneously won.

  When the replay GR1 (normal replay + promotion replay 1) is won and the stop operation is performed in the order of middle left and right, the combination of the promotion replay 1 among the selected replay players is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When the control is performed and the stop operation is performed in an order other than the left middle right, the control is performed so that the combination of the normal replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  When replay GR2 (normal replay + promotion replay 1 + promotion replay 2) is won and the stop operation is performed in the order of left and right, the combination of promotion replay 1 among the selected replay players is aligned with the winning line LN Control to stop is performed, and when stop operation is performed in an order other than left and right middle, control is performed to align the combination of normal replays to the winning line LN and stop.

  If Replay GR3 (Normal Replay + Promotion Replay 1 + Lower Replay) is won and the stop operation is performed in the middle left or right order, the combination of Promotion Replay 1 among the selected replay players will be aligned to the winning line LN and stopped. When the stop operation is performed in an order other than middle left and right, control is performed so that the combination of normal replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  If Replay GR4 (Normal Replay + Promotion Replay 1 + Promotion Replay 2 + Lower Replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the middle right / left order, the combination of Promotion Replay 1 among the selected replaying players is placed on the winning line LN When the stop operation is performed in an order other than middle right and left, the control is performed so that the combination of the normal replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  When replay GR5 (normal replay + promotion replay 2) is won and stop operation is performed in the order of the middle left and right, the combination of the promotion replay 2 among the selected replay players is stopped in line with the winning line LN When the stop operation is performed in an order other than the middle right and left, control is performed so that the combination of normal replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  When Replay GR6 (Normal Replay + Promotion Replay 2 + Lower Replay) is won and the stop operation is performed in the order of middle right and left, the combination of Promotion Replay 2 of the selected replaying players is aligned with the winning line LN Control to stop is performed, and when stop operations are performed in an order other than right center left, control is performed to align the normal replay combination with the winning line LN and stop.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the symbols constituting the promotion replay 1, the promotion replay 2, and the normal replay are arranged at intervals of 5 frames or less on all of the left reel 2L, the middle reel 2C, and the right reel 2R. The reel control is performed so that the promotion replay 1, the promotion replay 2 or the normal replay always wins regardless of the stop operation timing of the stop switches 8L to 8R according to the operation order.

  In this way, different operation modes are set as the operation modes for allowing the replays GR1 to 6 to win the promoted replays 1 and 2.

  For this reason, if one of the replays GR1 to 6 is won in RT1 where the replays GR1 to 6 are subject to internal lottery, the promotion replay will be won with a probability of 1/6, and the transition to RT0 Become.

  When the replay GR11 (falling replay + special replay) is won and the stop operation is performed in the order of left, middle and right, the control of stopping the combination of the special replays in the winning replay combination in the winning line LN. If the stop operation is performed in an order other than the left middle right, control is performed to stop the combination of the fall replays aligned with the winning line LN.

  When replay GR12 (falling replay + special replay + normal replay) is won and the stop operation is performed in the order of left and right, the combination of special replays among the selected replay players is stopped in line with the winning line LN. When the control is performed and the stop operation is performed in an order other than right and left, the control is performed to stop the combination of the fall replays on the winning line LN.

  When replay GR13 (falling replay + special replay + lower replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the middle / left / right order, the combination of special replays among the selected replay players is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When the control is performed and the stop operation is performed in an order other than the middle left and right, the control is performed so that the combination of falling replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  If Replay GR14 (Tumble Replay + Special Replay + Normal Replay + Lower Replay) is won and the stop operation is made in the middle right / left order, the combination of special replays among the selected replay players is aligned to the winning line LN If the stop operation is performed in an order other than middle right and left, the combination of falling replays is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  When replay GR15 (falling replay + special replay + promotion replay 1) is won and pressed right, that is, when the stop operation is performed in an operation mode in which the right reel 2R is first stopped, the special replay among the selected replay players When the stop operation is performed in the operation mode in which the combination of the above is aligned with the pay line LN and left-pressed, that is, in the operation mode in which the left reel 2L is first stopped or in the middle mode, that is, in the operation mode in which the middle reel 2C is first stopped. In this case, a control is performed to stop the combination of falling replays in line with the winning line LN.

As shown in FIG. 3, symbol constructing special replay and tumble replay the left reel 2L, center reel 2C, since it is arranged in 5 pieces in the following in all of the right reel 2R, depending on the stop operation order, stop Regardless of the stop operation timing of the switches 8L to 8R, the reel control is performed so that the special replay or the fall replay is always won.

  In this way, different operation modes are set as the operation modes in order to win special replays and avoid falling replays with the replays GR11 to 15.

  For this reason, if one of the replays GR11 to 15 is elected at RT0 where the replays GR11 to 15 are the targets of the internal lottery, the special replay wins with a probability of 1/5 and shifts to RT2. Then, the fall replay wins with a probability of 4/5 and shifts to RT1.

  Although not shown in particular, when replay GR21 (7-match replay + 7-mismatch replay + normal replay) is won, if the stop operation is performed within the pull-in range of “black 7”, “black 7” Is stopped on the winning line LN, and when the stop operation is performed outside the drawing range of “Black 7”, control is performed to stop “Replay” or “Plum” on the winning line LN.

  In this way, when the replay GR 21 is won, control is performed to stop the 7 replay combinations in priority to the winning line LN, and when the 7 replay combinations cannot be aligned, the 7 replay combinations are prioritized. The control for stopping the normal replay is performed when it is not possible to prepare a combination of 7 irregular replays.

  If Replay GR22 (7 Uneven Replay + Normal Replay) is selected, “Black 7” will be awarded when the stop operation is performed in the “Black 7” pull-in range until the second stop operation. When the line LN is stopped and the stop operation is performed outside the drawing range of “Black 7”, the control is performed to stop “Replay” or “Plum” on the winning line LN. If “Black 7” is stopped on the winning line LN for any reel that has been stopped by the stopping operation, “Replay” or “Plum” is stopped on the winning line LN regardless of the timing of the stopping operation. If “Replay” or “Plum” has been stopped on the winning line LN before the second stop operation, “Black 7” will be placed in the winning line LN when the stop operation is performed in the “Black 7” drawing range. To stop, "Black 7" If it is the stop operation outside pull-in range performs control to stop the winning line LN to "replay" or "Plum".

  As described above, when the replay GR 22 is won, the control for stopping the combination of the 7 irregular replays in preference to the winning line LN is performed, and the control for stopping the combination of the normal replay is performed when the combination of the 7 irregular replays cannot be aligned. I do. For this reason, when the replay GR 22 is won, seven replays will not be won. However, by performing the operation aiming at 7, the 7 will be a temper until the second stop operation. "Replay" or "Plum" will stop.

  Next, when a plurality of types of small combinations are won simultaneously, as shown in FIG. 18, a maximum of 4 small combinations determined according to the types of small combinations that are simultaneously selected and the order of stop operations are displayed on the winning line. Control is performed so as to stop evenly within the frame drawing range. FIG. 18 is a diagram for explaining reel control when a plurality of small combinations are won simultaneously.

  If left bell 1 (lower right bell + upper bell 6 + upper bell 7) wins and the stop operation is performed by pressing to the left, the combination of right down bells of the selected small roles is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When the stop operation is performed by middle pressing or right pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 6, the upper bell 7, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  If left bell 2 (lower right bell + upper bell 5 + upper bell 8) is elected and stopped by left-pressing, the combination of right-down bells in the selected small role is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When a stop operation is performed by middle pressing or right pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 5, the upper bell 6 or the transitional outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  If left bell 3 (lower right bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 3) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the left button, the right falling bell combination of the selected small roles is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When the stop operation is performed by middle pressing or right pressing, control is performed such that any combination of the upper bell 2, the upper bell 3, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  If left bell 4 (lower right bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 4) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the left button, the combination of the right falling bells of the selected small roles is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped. When the stop operation is performed by middle pressing or right pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 2, the upper bell 4, or the transitional outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

As shown in FIG. 3, the structure pattern of downward-sloping bell is <br/> positioned 5 frames in more than all of the reels, when the left bell 1-4 was elected, the stop operation at left depression Is performed, the control to make sure that the right lowering bell is aligned with the winning line LN is performed regardless of the timing of the stop operation, while the symbols constituting the upper bells 1 to 8 are 5 frames or more on all reels. Even if the left bells 1 to 4 are elected, if the stop operation is performed by pressing the middle or right, the constituent symbols of the elected upper bells 1 to 8 are drawn. If the stop operation is not performed at an appropriate timing within the range, the selected upper bell cannot be aligned with the winning line LN, and in this case, the control is performed so that the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When middle bell 1 (middle bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 5) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the middle bell, the control of stopping the combination of the middle bells of the elected small roles with the winning line LN is stopped. If a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or right-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 2, the upper bell 5, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When middle bell 2 (middle bell + upper bell 1 + upper bell 6) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the middle bell, the control of stopping the combination of the middle bells of the elected small roles with the winning line LN is stopped. If the stop operation is performed by pressing left or right, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 1, the upper bell 6, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When middle bell 3 (middle bell + upper bell 4 + upper bell 7) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the middle bell, the control of stopping the combination of the middle bells of the elected small roles on the winning line LN is stopped. If a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or right-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 4, the upper bell 7, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When middle bell 4 (middle bell + upper bell 3 + upper bell 8) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing the middle bell, the control of stopping the combination of the middle bells of the elected small roles on the winning line LN is stopped. If a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or right-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 3, the upper bell 8, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

As shown in FIG. 3, the structure pattern of the middle level is positioned 5 frames in more than all of the reels, when the middle level 1-4 was elected, when performing a stop operation at the inner press is Regardless of the timing of the stop operation, control is always performed so that the middle bell is aligned with the winning line LN. On the other hand, the symbols constituting the upper bells 1 to 8 are arranged at intervals of 5 frames or more on all reels. Because there are places, even if the middle bells 1 to 4 are elected, if the stop operation is performed by left-pressing or right-pressing, an appropriate timing that becomes the drawing range of the constituent symbols of the elected upper bells 1 to 8 If the stop operation is not performed, the winning upper bell cannot be aligned with the winning line LN, and in this case, control is performed so that the shift outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When right bell 1 (middle bell + upper bell 3 + upper bell 5) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing right, the combination of middle bells of the selected small roles is stopped in alignment with the winning line LN. When a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or middle-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 3, the upper bell 5, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN and stopped.

  When right bell 2 (middle bell + upper bell 1 + upper bell 7) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing right, the combination of middle bells among the selected small roles is stopped in line with the winning line LN. When a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or middle-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 1, the upper bell 7, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When right bell 3 (middle bell + upper bell 4 + upper bell 6) is elected and a stop operation is performed by pressing right, the combination of middle bells among the selected small roles is stopped in alignment with winning line LN. When a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or middle-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 4, the upper bell 6, or the transitional outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  When right bell 4 (middle bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 8) is elected and the stop operation is performed by pressing right, the combination of middle bells of the selected small roles is stopped in alignment with winning line LN. When a stop operation is performed by left-pressing or middle-pressing, control is performed so that any combination of the upper bell 2, the upper bell 8, or the transition outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

As shown in FIG. 3, the structure pattern of the middle level is positioned 5 frames in more than all of the reels, when the right bell 1-4 was elected, when at right depression was stop operation Regardless of the timing of the stop operation, control is always performed so that the middle bell is aligned with the winning line LN, while the symbols constituting the upper bells 1 to 8 are arranged at intervals of 5 frames or more on all reels. Even if the right bells 1 to 4 are elected, if the stop operation is performed by left-pressing or middle-pressing, an appropriate timing that is the drawing range of the constituent symbols of the elected upper bells 1 to 8 If the stop operation is not performed, the winning upper bell cannot be aligned with the winning line LN, and in this case, control is performed so that the shift outcome is aligned with the winning line LN.

  Thus, in this embodiment, when any of the left bell, middle bell, right bell, that is, the push order bell is won, by performing a stop operation in a specific operation mode according to the type of winning combination, While the right-down bell or middle bell always wins, if the stop operation is performed in an operation mode other than the specific operation mode according to the type of winning combination, the upper bell is aligned at 1/4, but at 3/4 In some cases, the upper bells are not aligned and the transition outcomes are aligned.

  For this reason, at the time of winning the push order bell, the expected value of the number of medals to be paid out can be changed depending on whether or not it is operated in a specific operation mode according to the type of winning combination. In other words, even if one of the push order bells is won, it is impossible to intentionally select a specific operation mode unless the type is known. Although a medal can be surely obtained by winning a prize, the upper bell can be won only by 1/4 at a ratio of 2/3, and a medal cannot be surely obtained.

  Although not particularly shown, when a bell (middle bell + lower right bell) is won, a combination of “bell-bell-bell” is arranged on the winning line LN regardless of the stop order of the reels and the operation timing. To be controlled.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 11, the control is performed to any one of RT 0 to 5, RB, and BB (RB).

  RT0 ends when RT1 and RT2 are exhausted when the number of specified games has been reached when RT1 receives a promotion replay (when one of replays GR1 to GR6 wins and a stop operation is performed in the order that promotion replay wins) When to migrate. Regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT0, RT0 transitions to RT1 by winning a fall replay or stopping the transition, or transitions to RT2 by winning a special replay, or a special role is won And it complete | finishes by transfering to RT4 or RT5.

  The winning probability of the special role at RT0 is normal (about 1/239), the winning probability of the re-playing role is high (about 1 / 1.4), and the winning probability of the small role is normal (about 1 / 3.5, however, The winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the payout rate of medals per game is 1 or more. In RT0, except for the case where a winning combination is made at the same time as the special combination, only the replay GRs 11 to 15 among the re-playing combinations are targeted for the internal lottery.

  RT1 shifts when the transition is stopped at RT0, RT2, RT3, or when the fall replay wins at RT0. Then, RT1 ends when the promotion replay wins and shifts to RT0, or when the special role is won and shifts to RT4 or RT5.

  The winning probability of the special role in RT1 is normal (about 1/239) as in RT0, the winning probability of the re-playing role is lower (normally about 1 / 7.3) than in RT0, and the winning probability of the small role is normal as in RT0 (About 1 / 3.5, but the winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the payout rate of medals per game is less than 1. In RT1, only normal replays and replays GR1 to GR6 among replaying players are targeted for internal lottery.

  RT2 shifts when a special replay wins at RT0. Then, RT2 ends when the transition outcome stops and shifts to RT1, or the special combination wins and shifts to RT4 or RT5.

  The winning probabilities for special roles in RT2 are normal (about 1/239) like RT0, the winning probabilities for re-playing players are almost the same as RT0 (about 1 / 1.4), and the winning probabilities for small roles are RT0. Similarly, it is normal (about 1 / 3.5, but the winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the payout rate of medals per game is 1 or more. In RT2, only the normal replay among the re-games is subject to internal lottery, except when winning at the same time as the special combination.

  RT3 shifts to the end of BB (RB) and RB. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT3, RT3 ends when the transition outcome stops and transitions to RT1, or the special combination wins and transitions to RT4 or RT5.

  The winning probability of the special role in RT3 is normal (about 1/239), the winning probability of the re-playing role is usually lower than RT0 (about 1 / 7.3), and the winning probability of the small role is normal (about 1) /3.5, where the winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the payout rate of medals per game is less than 1. In RT3, except for the case where the winning combination is won at the same time as the special combination, only the normal replay among the re-playing combination is subject to the internal lottery.

  RT4 shifts when BB1, BB3, RB2 among the special roles are won in RT0-3. RT4 ends when the special combination that triggered the transition to RT4 wins and shifts to BB (RB) or RB, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT4.

  In RT4, special roles are not subject to internal lottery, and the winning probability of re-playing roles is lower than RT0 and RT2, but higher than RT1 and RT3 (about 1 / 2.5), winning of small roles The probability is normal (about 1 / 3.5, but the winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the payout rate of medals per game is less than 1. Further, in RT4, only the normal replay and the lower replay among the re-game players are targeted for internal lottery.

  RT5 shifts when BB2, BB4, RB1 among special roles are won in RT0-3. RT5 ends when the special combination that triggered the transition to RT5 wins and shifts to BB (RB) or RB regardless of the number of games after transition to RT5.

  In RT5, the special role is not subject to internal lottery, and the winning probability of the re-playing role is lower than RT0, RT2, but higher than RT1, RT3, RT4, high probability (about 1 / 2.0), small role The winning probability is normally (about 1 / 3.5, but the winning probability is about 1 / 6.1), and the medal payout rate per game is less than 1. In RT5, only the normal replay and the lower replay among the re-game players are targeted for internal lottery.

  RB shifts when RB1 or RB2 wins at RT5, RT5. And RB is complete | finished by digesting 6 games or winning 6 times.

  In RB, the special role and replaying role are not subject to internal lottery, and the winning probability of the small role is higher than RT0-5 and high probability (about 1 / 1.01), and the medal per game is The payout rate is 1 or more.

  BB (RB) shifts when BB wins at RT 4 and 5. Then, BB (RB) ends when the total number of medals paid out to BB (RB) exceeds the prescribed number, regardless of the number of games since the transition to BB (RB).

  In BB (RB), special roles and re-playing roles are not subject to internal lottery, and the winning probability of small roles is higher than RT0-5 and has a high probability (about 1 / 1.00) per game The medal payout rate is 1 or more.

  Among RT4, 5, RB, and BB (RB), RB and BB (RB) have the highest medal payout rate per game and are the most advantageous gaming state.

  RT0 and RT0 of RT0-3 have a higher probability of winning the re-gamer, and the payout rate of medals per game is higher than RT1 and 3, compared to RT1 and 3, the player. It can be said that this is an advantageous state.

  Further, in the slot machine according to the present embodiment, when the gaming state is RT0 to 3, the sub-control unit 91 provides an assist time (hereinafter referred to as AT) that is a notification period in which a navigation effect that notifies the internal lottery result can be executed. The production state can be controlled.

  Here, the transition state of the gaming state of the present embodiment will be described. As shown in FIG. 10, when RB or BB (RB) ends, the process proceeds to RT3.

  In RT3, when the transition outcome is stopped, the process proceeds to RT1, and when the special combination is won, the process proceeds to RT4 or RT5 depending on the type of the selected special combination.

  In RT3, if any of the left bells 1-4, middle bells 1-4, right bells 1-4 is won and the small role cannot be won, the transitional outcome will stop, In RT3 which moved after the end of RB or BB (RB), when any of left bell 1-4, middle bell 1-4, right bell 1-4 is won, and a small part could not be won , Transition to RT1.

  In RT1, when the promotion replay wins, the process shifts to RT0, and when the special combination is won, the process shifts to RT4 or RT5 depending on the type of the selected special combination.

  Since the replays GR1 to 6 are elected at RT1 and the replay order is correct and the promoted replay is won, at RT1, the replays GR1 to 6 are elected and the answer is RT0 by correctly answering in the order of stoppage. Become.

  At RT0, if the fall replay wins or the transitional outcome stops, it moves to RT1, if the special replay wins, it moves to RT2, and the special role is elected. Accordingly, the process proceeds to RT4 or RT5.

  At RT0, the replays GR11 to 15 are elected, the special replay is won when the stop order is correct, and the fall replay is won when the answer is incorrect. In addition, when one of the left bell 1 to 4, the middle bell 1 to 4, and the right bell 1 to 4 wins at RT 0 and the small role cannot be won, the transitional outcome stops. Therefore, at RT0, the replay GRs 11 to 15 are elected, and the stop order is correctly answered, the process proceeds to RT2, and the replay GRs 11 to 15 are elected and the stop order is incorrect, or the left bells 1 to 4, If any one of the bells 1 to 4 and the right bells 1 to 4 wins and the small combination cannot be won, the process proceeds to RT1.

  In RT2, when the special combination is won, the process proceeds to RT4 or RT5 depending on the type of the special combination selected.

  In RT2, when any one of the left bells 1 to 4, the middle bells 1 to 4 and the right bells 1 to 4 is won and the small role cannot be won, the transitional outcome stops. For this reason, in RT2, if any one of the left bells 1 to 4, the middle bells 1 to 4 and the right bells 1 to 4 is won and the small role cannot be won, the process proceeds to RT1.

  In RT4 and 5, when the special combination that triggered the transition to the inside wins, it shifts to RB or BB (RB).

  When controlled by the AT, which will be described later, the sub-control unit 91 performs a navigation effect by winning a navigation target combination corresponding to the gaming state. The navigation target combination corresponding to the gaming state is replay GR1 to 6 when RT1 and replay GR11 to 15 when RT0. Further, in any of RT0 to RT2, the push order bell is a common navigation target combination.

  The navigation effect of the present embodiment is performed by displaying a navigation image from the liquid crystal display 51 and outputting navigation sound from the speakers 53 and 54. For example, when the replay GR1 or the left bell is won as the navigation image, “123” (indicating that the reel 2L is the first stop, the reel 2C is the second stop, and the reel 2R is the third stop) or “132” A pressing order image indicating the pressing order of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R, such as the reel 2L is the first stop, the reel 2C is the third stop, and the reel 2R is the second stop, and the motif of the slot machine 1 Character images tailored to the are displayed. Also, as the navigation voice, for example, “left middle right!” (Reel 2L indicates the first stop, reel 2C indicates the second stop, reel 2R indicates the third stop) and “left and right middle!” (Reel 2L). Indicates the first stop, the reel 2C is the third stop, and the reel 2R is the second stop). Note that the navigation voice is output only from the stop switch that the player should press first or next. Therefore, if all the reels are rotating, for example, “Left!” Is output first. When the reel 2L is stopped, “Middle!” Is output next. When the reels 2L and 2C are stopped, "Right!" Is output. Regarding the other replays GR2 to 36 and the push order bell, a navigation image corresponding to the replay GR is displayed from the liquid crystal display 51 and a navigation sound is output from the speakers 53 and 54.

  As a navigation effect when winning replays GR1 to GR6, a push order (see FIG. 17) for winning a promotion replay according to the winning situation is notified.

  As a navigation effect when the replays GR11 to 15 are won, a push order (see FIG. 17) for winning a special replay according to the winning situation is notified.

  Further, as a navigation effect when one of the push order bells is won, a push order (see FIG. 18) for surely winning a right-down bell or a middle bell is notified.

  As described above, in the navigation effect in the present embodiment, a message reminiscent of an operation mode advantageous to the player is notified in the same mode regardless of the type of the navigation target role. For this reason, the player can operate in an operation mode that is advantageous to the player without being conscious of the type of the winning navigation target combination.

  Then, by executing the navigation effect, it is possible to avoid the promotion replay winning, the special replay winning, the bell winning, and the falling replay winning that are intentionally won.

  In addition, the aspect of a navigation effect is not restricted to such an aspect, What kind of thing may be sufficient if a player is distinguishable according to a winning condition. In addition, the navigation effect is not limited to what is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and may be executed using the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, and the like.

  Also, in this embodiment, when winning the push order bell, only the stop switch to be stopped first is awarded if the correct answer (ie, 3 choices), but the push order replay is correct for the order of pressing the stop switches (ie, Since there is no winning unless the selection is made (6 selections), the pressing order of the stop switches for the second reel and the third reel when the pressing order bell is won is also determined by the pressing order lottery. Thus, although the navigation effect is performed as if the push order bell does not win if the answer is not correct in the 6-choice push order, if the push-bell is won, the push order is obtained if the correct answer is made in the 3-choice push order. Since the bell wins, the push order bell wins if only the first stop is answered correctly, even if it does not follow the pressing order notified by the navigation effect. In this way, by selecting 6 choices in all of the navigation target roles, the game content can be made uniform, and the game content can be easily understood by the player. In addition, since the push order bell wins if one of the three choices is correct, a lottery with six choices need not be performed.

  In the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 is set to ART (a state controlled by AT in RT2) when a target combination (Bell, weak cherry, strong cherry in this embodiment) is won in BB (RB) or RB. Navistock lottery to decide whether to control or not. In the navigation stock lottery at the time of winning the target role, by determining the number of navigation stocks including 0, whether or not to give the number of navigation stocks and the number of navigation stocks are determined.

  In addition, when the number of navigation stocks remains and when the number of navigation stocks is newly acquired, the number of navigation stocks acquired this time is added to the remaining number of navigation stocks.

  Navistock is the right to move to RT2 if RT1, and after the transition to RT2, a predetermined number of games (in this embodiment, 50 games which are the initial number of games and the number of games won in the extra lottery described later) The number of rights controlled by ART over the total number of games). After shifting to RT2, the navigation stock number is consumed (subtracted) by 1 to be controlled to ART for a predetermined number of games, during which a navigation effect described later is executed. For this reason, it can be said that the greater the determined number of navigation stocks, the higher the degree of advantage for the player.

  As shown in FIG. 19, when one or more navigation stocks are determined in the navigation stock lottery, the sub control unit 91 stores the number of navigation stocks in a predetermined area of the RAM 91c. The sub-control unit 91 specifies whether to control to AT based on the presence / absence of navigation stock in the RAM 91c. When one or more navigation stocks remain, the control is performed by the AT after the ART winning notification is notified through the ART confirmation notification.

  When the sub control unit 91 starts the control of the AT, the sub control unit 91 executes a navigation effect when the target combination is won. At this time, in RT1, when the replays GR1 to 6 are won, the navigation effect is targeted, and when the replays GR1 to 6 are won, the push order for winning the promoted replay is notified by the navigation effect, so stop according to the notified push order. It is possible to shift from RT1 to RT0 by performing the operation. In addition, after the AT control is started, in any gaming state of RT0 to 2, when the push order bell is won, the push order for winning the bell is notified, so by performing the stop operation according to the notified push order It is also possible to win medals with certainty.

  After the promotion replay wins at RT1 and shifts to RT0, it becomes the target of the navigation effect when winning the replays GR11-15, and the push order for winning the special replay when winning the replays GR11-15 is notified by the navigation effect. It is possible to shift from RT0 to RT2 by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified pressing order. In addition, as described above, when the push order bell is won, the push order for winning the bell is notified, so by performing a stop operation according to the notified push order, it is possible to reliably acquire medals, It is possible to avoid the transition outcome and the transition to RT1.

  When the special replay wins at RT0 and shifts to RT2, the control of the ART starts. Unless the ART start effect has already been performed, the ART is triggered by the start operation of the next game that won the special replay. An ART start effect indicating the start of the game is executed, an initial value of the remaining number of ART games (50 games in this embodiment) is set in the RAM 91c, and counting of the remaining number of ART games is started. At this time, during the ART, it is interrupted by winning the special role, and the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted) by 1 except in the case of resuming when the bonus ends.

  After the ART starts, the push order for winning the bell when the push order bell is won will be notified. Therefore, by performing the stop operation in accordance with the notified push order, it is possible to reliably acquire medals and to make a transition. The outcome can be avoided and the transition to RT1 can be avoided.

  In addition, during the ART, the successful play (the outcome in which the combination of black 7-black 7-black 7 stops on the winning line LN) is stopped in the freeze state to be described later with the winning of the replay GR 21 and the corresponding selection. Increase the number of games as an opportunity. At this time, the number of games to be added is determined from a plurality of different game numbers, and the determined number of games is added to the remaining number of games in the RAM 91c.

  Also, after the start of ART, every time one game is consumed, the number of remaining games is decremented by 1, and if a special role is won before the remaining number of games reaches 0, the fact that the special role has been won is confirmed. The bonus confirmation notification shown is performed. At the same time that the special role is won, RT2 ends, ART is interrupted, and the number of ART games is also interrupted. Thereafter, the bonus is controlled by winning the winning special role, and the transition is stopped before the 32 games have passed in RT3 to which the transition is made after the bonus ends, and the transition is made to RT1 or the 32 games after the bonus is finished. When the time has elapsed, the ART confirmation notification is performed, the AT control is resumed, and by switching to RT 2 again, the ART start effect is performed, the ART is resumed, and the count of the remaining games of the ART is also resumed. In this case, the navigation stock is not consumed (subtracted) as described above. Note that when the ART confirmation notification is made at RT3, the navigation effect is not performed until the push order bell is won, and it is missed and the transition is stopped and the transition is made to RT1. Yes.

  In addition, when the number of remaining games becomes 0 after the start of ART, if the number of remaining navigation stocks is not 0, a latent lottery for determining whether or not to hide ART is performed and it is not to be hidden. If determined, after executing the ART end effect indicating the end of the ART at the end of the game, the ART start effect is performed in response to the betting number setting operation of the next game, and the ART is restarted. Consumption (subtraction) is performed, and an initial value of the remaining number of ART games (50 games in this embodiment) is set in the RAM 91c, and counting of the remaining number of ART games is started.

  Also, if it is determined to be hidden in the latent lottery, the number of latent games for a maximum of 32 games is determined, and after completion of the ART, an ART end effect indicating the end of the ART is executed, and then the AT control is terminated. Let

  In this state, since the navigation effect is not executed, it is impossible to avoid the transition outcome at the time of winning the push order bell, and the transition outcome stops and the transition to RT1 is performed. RT2 will be maintained until the game stops, and if the transition is not stopped before the number of latent games has elapsed, the ART start effect will be performed in response to the betting number setting operation for the next game, and the ART will be resumed. Then, the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted), an initial value of the remaining number of ART games (50 games in this embodiment) is set in the RAM 91c, and counting of the remaining number of ART games is started.

  In addition, when it is determined to be hidden in the latent lottery, and the AT control is finished, the transition is stopped before the number of latent games elapses. At the same time, the AT control is resumed, and by switching to RT2 again, the ART start effect is performed, the ART is resumed, the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted), and the RAM 91c stores the initial value of the remaining number of games (this book). In the embodiment, 50 games) are set, and counting of the remaining number of ART games is started.

  Further, after the start of ART, if the number of remaining games becomes 0 and the number of remaining navigation stocks is 0, an ART end effect is executed and the control of AT is ended. As a result, the navigation effect is not executed, so that it is impossible to avoid the transitional outcome when the push order is won, and a series of AT and ART control is performed by transitioning to RT1 by stopping the transitional outcome. Will end.

  In addition, after the ART confirmation notification, but before the ART start effect is performed, the push order other than the press order notified by the navigation effect is executed in spite of the navigation effect being executed when the replays GR1 to GR6 are won in RT1. If the promotion replay is not won as a result of the stop operation in, in the push order other than the push order informed by the navigation effect in spite of the fact that the navigation effect is executed at the time of winning the replays GR11 to 15 in RT0. As a result of the stop operation, if the special replay does not win and the fall replay wins and moves to RT1, the navigation effect is notified despite the fact that the navigation effect was executed at the time of winning the push order bell at RT0. As a result of performing stop operation in a push order other than the push order, if the transition start stops and transitions to RT1, the ART control is opened without transitioning to RT2. Unless the ART start effect has already been performed, the ART start effect is executed in response to the start operation of the next game, and the initial value of the remaining number of ART games (50 games in this embodiment) is stored in the RAM 91c. Set and start counting the number of remaining ART games. At this time, during the ART, it is interrupted by winning the special role, and the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted) by 1 except in the case of resuming when the bonus ends. During ART without transitioning to RT2, navigation effects are executed during the winning of the replay GR1-6, replay GR11-15, and push order bell until the transition to RT2, and replay is performed at RT1. When GR1-6 are elected, it is possible to make a transition to RT0 by performing a stop operation according to the navigation effect. Further, when replay GR11-15 is elected at RT0, the stop operation is performed according to the navigation effect. , It is possible to shift to RT2.

  In addition, as a result of performing the stop operation in the push order other than the push order notified by the navigation effect during the ART after the transition to RT2, the navigation effect was executed at the time of the push order bell winning, Even when the transition is stopped and the transition to RT1 is performed, the ART is controlled in a state where the transition to RT2 is not performed similarly to the above, but in this case, the ART start effect has already been performed. The ART start effect will not be performed again.

  In addition, even in ART without transitioning to RT2, the number of remaining games is decremented by 1 every time one game is consumed, and if a special role is won before the remaining number of games becomes 0, the special role is won. A bonus confirmation notification is made to indicate that is confirmed. At the same time that the special role is won, RT1 ends, ART is interrupted, and the count of the number of games of ART is also interrupted. Thereafter, the bonus is controlled by winning the winning special role, and the transition is stopped before the 32 games have passed in RT3 to which the transition is made after the bonus ends, and the transition is made to RT1 or the 32 games after the bonus is finished. When the time has elapsed, the ART confirmation notification is performed, the AT control is resumed, and by switching to RT 2 again, the ART start effect is performed, the ART is resumed, and the count of the remaining games of the ART is also resumed. In this case, the navigation stock is not consumed (subtracted) as described above. Note that when the ART confirmation notification is made at RT3, the navigation effect is not performed until the push order bell is won, and it is missed and the transition is stopped and the transition is made to RT1. Yes.

  In addition, if the number of remaining games becomes 0 after the start of ART in a state not shifted to RT2, if the number of remaining navigation stock is not 0, the latent lottery for determining whether or not to hide the ART If it is determined that the game is not to be hidden, an ART end effect indicating the end of the ART is executed at the end of the game, and then the ART start effect is performed with the betting number setting operation of the next game. Control is resumed without shifting to RT2, and the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted) by 1 and the initial value of the remaining number of games in ART 91 (50 games in this embodiment) is set in the RAM 91c. To start.

  Also, if it is determined to be hidden in the latent lottery, the number of latent games for a maximum of 32 games is determined, and after completion of the ART, an ART end effect indicating the end of the ART is executed, and then the AT control is terminated. Let

  Then, after the number of latent games has elapsed, the AT control is resumed, and by switching to RT2, the ART start effect is performed, the ART is resumed, the navigation stock is consumed (subtracted), and the remaining ART is stored in the RAM 91c. An initial value of the number of games (50 games in this embodiment) is set, and counting of the remaining number of games in the ART is started.

  In addition, after the start of ART in a state that does not shift to RT2, the number of remaining games is 0, and if the remaining number of navigation stock is 0, an ART end effect is executed, and a series of ATs is completed by terminating AT control. And the control of ART ends.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 controls the ART, which is advantageous for the player, based on the navigation stock, separately from the BB that shifts in accordance with the winning of the special role. Compared to BB, ART has a lower expected increase in medals per game (the average increase per game minus the average decrease per game), but stays on the whole The ratio (the ratio of the number of games controlled by ART in a predetermined number of games (for example, 10,000 games)) is set high.

  In addition, in this embodiment, after RT notification with the highest rate of staying is performed, ART is not immediately transferred to RT2, which is advantageous to the player, but then replays GR1 to GR6 are elected at RT1, The promotion replay wins and moves to RT0, and replays GR11 to 15 are elected at RT0 and the special replay wins to shift to RT2 for the first time. At this point, ART control starts and the remaining number of games in ART Counting is started.

  In addition, after the ART confirmation notification is performed and the AT control is started, the replays GR1 to GR6 are won at RT1 in the stage until the transition to RT2, and the navigation effect is executed, and the promotion replay is performed by following this navigation effect. If the promotion replay does not win and does not move to RT0 even though it is possible to shift to RT0, the replays 11 to 15 are won at RT0 and the navigation effect is executed. Even if it is possible to shift to RT2 by winning a special replay by following the production, if the special replay does not win and does not move to RT2, the push order bell is won at RT0 and the navigation production is performed. Although executed, it is possible to avoid the stop of the transitional outcome by following this navigation effect, but the transitional outcome is stopped and the transition is made to RT1 In such a case, the ART control is started without shifting to RT2, and counting of the remaining number of games in the ART is started with the medal payout rate being lower than that in the case of shifting to RT2. It has become.

  If a special combination is won after the start of the ART control, the RT2 is terminated at that time, and the ART control is interrupted accordingly. After the bonus ends, when the ART is restarted, the ART confirmation notification is performed and the AT control is started, but in this case as well, the player does not immediately shift to RT2, which is advantageous to the player, but stays in RT3. If it is, the transition outcome is stopped and the routine proceeds to RT1, and if it stays at RT1, the replays GR1 to 6 are elected, the promotion replay wins and transitions to RT0, and further the replays GR11 to 15 at RT0. Is won and the special replay wins, the process proceeds to RT2. At this point, the ART control is started and the remaining number of ART games is started.

  In addition, if the navigation stock remains after the end of the ART control, the latent lottery is performed, and if it is determined that the latent lottery is not to be latent, the ART control is immediately resumed while the latent control is resumed. When it is determined that the latent game is to be latently determined, the ART control is not resumed immediately, but the AT control is terminated once, and after the number of latent games has elapsed, an ART confirmation notification is made. If it is maintained, the ART control will be resumed. However, if it has shifted to RT1, replays GR1 to GR6 will be elected, the promotion replay will win and shift to RT0, and further replay will be performed at RT0. When GR 11-15 wins and the special replay wins, the process shifts to RT 2 for the first time, and at this time, the ART control is resumed.

  As described above, in this embodiment, after the ART confirmation notification is performed in RT1, the stop operation is performed in accordance with the navigation effect, so that the winning probability of the re-gamer is high through RT0 and the process shifts to RT2, which is difficult to fall to RT1. As long as the stop operation is performed according to the navigation effect, the ART start effect is performed at the time of transition to RT2, and the counting of the number of ART games is also started from that point. As a result of performing the stop operation while ignoring the navigation effect even though the effect has been executed, if it is not possible to shift to RT0, if it shifts to RT0 and then falls to RT1, that is, the condition for shifting to RT2 If the condition for transition to RT2 is not satisfied even though is satisfied, the ART start effect is performed at that time, the ART control is started, and RT The count of the remaining number of games in the ART is started without shifting to the game, and if the navigation effect is not followed, the result is disadvantageous for the player. It is possible to prompt the user to perform a stop operation according to

  In this embodiment, when the replay GR 21 is won during the ART, the sub-control unit 91 determines one of the plurality of games as described above, and sets the determined number of games as the remaining number of games in the ART. Add it against it.

  The sub-control unit 91 displays “Aim at 7 (black 7)!” On the liquid crystal display 51 as shown in FIG. 20A simultaneously with the start of the game in which the replay GR 21 has been won, Prompt for stop operation aiming at "Black 7". At this time, when the player performs a stop operation aiming at “black 7”, the combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” is stopped on the winning line LN as shown in FIG. 20B. , “I did it! + XX (+50 in the figure)” is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the number of added games is notified. As a result of the player performing a stop operation outside the “black 7” pull-in range, as shown in FIG. 20C, the combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” is stopped on the winning line LN. Even if there is not, “Yay ~! + XX (+50 in the figure)” is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the number of games added due to the winning of the replay GR 21 is notified.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 performs not only when the replay GR 21 is won during ART but also when the replay GR 22 is won, that is, by performing a stop operation aiming at “black 7” until the second stop operation is “black”. 7 ”will be tempered, but even if the combination of“ Black 7-Black 7-Black 7 ”does not stop on the winning line LN, as with the case where Replay GR21 is won, As shown in FIG. 20A, the liquid crystal display 51 displays “Aim at 7 (black 7)!” To prompt a stop operation aiming at “black 7”. In this case, the player Even if the stop operation is performed aiming at “black 7”, the combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” is not stopped on the winning line LN as shown in FIG. “Sorry…” is displayed on the display 51, and the number of games cannot be added. Indicating that Tsu is notified.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 22, when the replay GR 21 is won, the main control unit 41 delays the timing at which the reel stop operation is validated for a predetermined period when the game start operation is performed in the next game. Thus, after the game is started, a freeze lottery is performed for determining whether or not to control the freeze state in which the reel stop operation is invalidated for a predetermined period.

  When the freezing lottery is won, that is, when it is determined to control to the frozen state, the main control unit 41 starts the control of the frozen state simultaneously with the start operation of the next game.

  As a result, a freeze command for controlling the freeze state is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, and a message “Start Freeze! Yay!” Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 as shown in FIG. Informing that the freeze state has started.

  In addition, when the freeze lottery is not won, that is, when it is determined not to control the freeze state, the freeze command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 so that the freeze state is not controlled and the freeze state is not controlled. As shown in FIG. 20 (f), a message “sorry ...” is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that it is not controlled in the frozen state.

  The main control unit 41 performs a reel effect using the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the frozen state. Since the reel effect is an effect that requires a time longer than the above-described predetermined regulation time, when the reel effect is performed, the predetermined regulation time from the start of the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal of the previous game. Even if the period has not elapsed, the reel effect is started.

  In the reel production, first, in the freeze state, the success count (the stop mode in which the combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” is aligned with the winning line LN) is stopped within the range of 0-10. The number of successes to be determined is determined, the determined number of successes is set in the RAM 507, and the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated to detect the reference positions as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 21 (a), the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are set to be ready for the “black 7” of each reel to be positioned above the upper stage (hereinafter referred to as the frame). Wait in the state of fine movement up and down. At this time, a preparation-out stop command is transmitted, and the sub-control unit 91 displays a message “Lit the lever!” On the liquid crystal display 51 and prompts the operation of the start switch 7. In this embodiment, the reference position is detected at the start of the reel effect, and the reel position is controlled based on the reference position. However, the stop position at the end of the previous game is held, and this stop position is set. The reel position may be controlled based on the above.

  When the operation of the start switch 7 is detected in the standby state of the above-described preparation or a certain time has elapsed and the number of successes set in the RAM 507 is 1 or more, the state shown in FIG. As shown in the figure, “black 7” on the frame is moved to the position of the winning line LN to derive the successful outcome. At this time, a result stop command is transmitted indicating that a successful result has been derived, and the sub-control unit 91 determines one of the number of games from a plurality of games, and based on the determined number of games, +! (XX in the figure +20) "is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the fact that the number of games of ART has been added and the number of games is notified in accordance with the derivation of the successful outcome.

  Next, the main control unit 41 subtracts 1 from the number of successes set in the RAM 507, and further suggests that there is a high possibility that the next time will be successful (“Black 7” on the left and right reels is the upper row). And a success notice lottery for determining whether or not the “black 7” of the middle reel is to be derived).

  Then, when the success notice lottery is won, that is, when it is decided to derive the notice notice, the notice notice is derived as shown in FIG. At this time, a notice stoppage command is transmitted, and the sub-control unit 91 notifies the liquid crystal display 51 that a message “next time is a chance!” Is displayed, which indicates that there is a high possibility of success next time.

  The main control unit 41 then rotates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R toward the preparation event as shown in FIG. At this time, a change restart command is transmitted, and the sub-control unit 91 displays a message “one more time!” On the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the reel effect is continued.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 21 (a), the main control unit 41 again sets each reel as a preparation item and stands by in a state where the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are slightly moved up and down.

  Further, when the success notice lottery is not won, that is, when it is determined that the notice notice is not derived, the notice notice is not derived, and as shown in FIG. The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated.

  In the success notice lottery, when the number of successes is 1 or more, the derivation of the notice is determined with a higher probability than when the number of successes is 0, and the derivation of the notice is determined with a higher probability as the number of successes is larger. After a successful outcome is derived, a further advance notice is derived, so there is a higher possibility that a successful outcome will be derived the next time compared to when no advance outcome is derived. This suggests that there is a possibility that many successes remain compared to the case where the notice is not derived.

  The main control unit 41 is set in the RAM 507 for the control of preparation item → start switch 7 operation or a certain time elapse → success item> subtraction number of success → success notice lottery → (preview item →) preparation item. Repeat until the number of successes is zero. If the number of successes becomes 0 and the start switch 7 is operated in a standby state of the preparation outcome or if a predetermined time has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 21 (e), the failure outcome (winning line) LN is made to derive a stop mode in which the combination of “black 7-black 7-black 7” does not stop. At this time, a result stop command is transmitted to the effect that the failure outcome has been derived, and the sub-control unit 91 displays a message “sorry ...” on the liquid crystal display 51 to derive the failure outcome and add it. After notifying that the game has not been made, as shown in FIG. 21 (f), as a result of deriving the successful outcome in the reel production, the total number of ART games added (replay GR21 has been won) (Including the number of games added together) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  The freeze state ends when the failure event is derived, and after all the reels are stopped once, the rotation of the reels is started and the constant speed rotation is performed, so that the stop operation becomes effective. .

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the replay GR 21 is elected during ART and is controlled in the freeze state, the reel effect is performed during the period controlled in the freeze state, and the reel effect is successfully achieved. Each time an eye is derived, the number of ART games is added.

  In addition, it is possible to derive an advance notice that suggests that there is a high possibility that a successful outcome will be derived at a stage before entering the standby state of the ready outcome. As a result, it is possible to effectively increase the sense of expectation that success will be derived thereafter, that is, the number of ART games will be increased.

  In the present embodiment, the number of ART games is increased every time a successful result is derived in reel production, but the number of navigation stocks is increased every time a successful result is derived. It is also good. Furthermore, it is good also as a structure by which the effect that the special part is elected or the possibility is suggested by deriving a successful result in a reel production.

  In addition, in this example, after a successful outcome is derived once, a successful advance notice lottery is performed, and it is suggested that there is a high probability that the next successful outcome will be derived by deriving the advance notice outcome when winning. However, it is highly probable that the success notice lottery will be conducted even before the first and preparations are in standby state, and if the winner is selected, the advance notice will be derived and the next successful outcome will be derived. It is good also as a structure by which is suggested.

  Further, in the present embodiment, after the successful outcome is derived, the advance notice is derived, but at least the timing before the successful outcome is derived, and the standby state of the preparation outcome After that, the notice outcome may be derived at a timing before the success outcome or the failure outcome is derived.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 23, the game control board 40 can be connected to the test apparatus 1300 via the interface (IF) board (main) 1100, and a test signal is sent from the test apparatus 1300 to the game. In addition to being input to the control board 40, a test signal generated in relation to the game result is output from the game control board 40 to the test apparatus 1300. The game control board 40 and the test apparatus By connecting 1300, a simulation test can be automatically performed.

  FIG. 23 shows the test signal output from the game control board 40 to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF board (main) 1100 and the game control board 40 from the test apparatus 1300 via the IF board (main) 1100. It is a figure which shows the signal for a test input.

  23, as shown in FIG. 23, an insertion request ramp signal, a start possible ramp signal, a BB signal, an RB game signal, a replay game signal, a first to third reel stop possible ramp signal, a first to third reel index signal, a payout Request signal, payout count signal, stop signal, set segment display 7 segment display ag signal, internal winning flag 8 signal, internal winning flag 7 signal, internal winning flag 1-6 (RT type 1-4) signal, A signal delay signal, a first reel motor excitation signal, a second reel motor excitation signal, and a third reel motor excitation signal are output from the game control board 40 to the test apparatus 1300 as test signals.

  Test signals output from the game control board 40 to the test apparatus 1300 are output under the control of the main control unit 41.

  The insertion request lamp signal is a drive signal of the insertion request LED 17, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the insertion request LED 17 is lit, and can specify whether or not a medal insertion is requested.

  The start enable lamp signal is a drive signal of the start valid LED 18, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the start valid LED 18 is lit, and can specify whether or not a game start operation is requested. .

  The BB in-progress signal, RB game in-progress signal, and replay game in-progress signal are signals indicating that the gaming state is BB, during RB, and during the replay game, respectively, and the gaming state at that time can be specified.

  The first to third reel stop enable lamp signals are signals indicating whether the left, middle and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R are driven, that is, whether the left, middle and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R are lit. It is possible to specify whether or not the left reel, middle reel, and right reel can be stopped.

  The first to third reel index signals are detection signals of the reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R, and can specify the passage of the reference positions of the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel.

  The payout request signal is a drive signal for the hopper motor 34b, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the hopper motor 34b is being driven, and it is possible to specify that a medal payout operation is being performed.

  The payout count signal is a signal that is output every time a medal payout associated with winning is detected, and is a signal that causes the test apparatus 1300 to count the payout of medals.

  The stop signal is a signal indicating that the stop state is controlled.

  The 7-segment display a to g signals for setting value display are drive signals for the LEDs constituting each segment of the setting value display 24, and the setting values displayed on the setting value display 24 can be specified. .

  The internal winning flag 8 signal is a signal indicating that the internal winning flags 1 to 6 indicate the winning status of the special role, and the internal winning flag 7 signal is the special winning of the internal winning flag 1 to 6 signal. It is a signal which shows that the condition is shown.

  The internal winning flags 1 to 6 are signals indicating the winning status of special roles when the internal winning flag 8 signal is ON and the internal winning flag 7 signal is OFF. The internal winning flag 8 signal is OFF and the internal winning flag 7 When the signal is ON, it is a signal indicating the winning status of the general combination. The internal winning flags 1 to 4 are both in a state where the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flag 7 signal are both OFF, and after the game ends, the startable ramp signal changes to ON for a predetermined period (constant). In the period until time elapses or until the reel start switch signal is turned ON), it functions as an RT type signal, and the internal winning flags 1 to 4 (RT type 1 to 4 signals) during this period are used for the next game. This signal indicates the type of RT (RT0-5).

  The signal delaying signal is a signal indicating that the output start of the internal winning flag 8 signal is delayed for the first time after the internal lottery (the internal winning flags 1 to 6 corresponding to the special lower rank are being output).

  The first to third reel motor excitation signals are drive signals for the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, that is, the reel motors that drive the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel, and the drive status of each reel can be specified. .

  As shown in FIG. 23, the insertion switch signal, reel start switch signal, first to third reel stop switch signal, payout switch signal, stop release switch signal, setting key switch signal, and setting switch signal are tested as test signals. Input from the device 1300 to the game control board 40. These test signals are signals that function in the same manner as the detection signals of the various switches and sensors provided in the slot machine 1, and these test signals are detected by the switch circuit 44 provided in the game control board 40, and the main control unit 41 Thus, detection of a switch or sensor corresponding to each test signal is determined.

  The insertion switch signal is a signal corresponding to the insertion medal sensor 31, and the reel start switch signal is a signal corresponding to the start switch 7. The first to third reel stop switch signals are signals corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R, respectively. The payout switch signal is a signal corresponding to the payout sensor 34c. The stop release switch signal is a signal corresponding to the reset switch 23. The setting key switch signal is a signal corresponding to the setting key switch 37. The setting switch signal is a signal corresponding to the reset / setting switch 38.

In the present embodiment, the game control board 40 is provided with a connection terminal to which wiring from the IF board (main) 1100 can be connected, and test signals output from the main control unit 41 and various drive circuits are received. A wiring pattern for transmitting to the connection terminal and a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal from the connection terminal to the switch detection circuit 44 are formed, and the test signals output from the main control unit 41 and various drive circuits are formed. In addition to being output via these wiring patterns and connection terminals, a test signal input via the connection terminals and wiring patterns is input to the switch detection circuit 44.

  In addition, the connection terminals are constituted by, for example, signal pins that can connect a probe from the IF board (main) 1100 and connectors that can connect a cable from the IF board (main) 1100. Thus, the wiring from the IF board (main) 1100 can be easily connected.

  The connection terminals are provided for the convenience of connecting the IF board (main) 1100, and the connection terminals for inputting / outputting these test signals and test signals are shipped to game stores. This is not necessary for the game control board 40 of the slot machine. For this reason, the gaming control board 40 of the present embodiment has a plurality of cutting holes for cutting the portion provided with the connection terminals, and can be cut along these cutting holes. At the time of shipment, the portion where the connection terminal is provided can be cut to a state where an unnecessary signal cannot be input / output. This makes it easy to use test signals for purposes other than testing, such as detecting internal winning flag signals in hall equipment, identifying the winning status of the internal winning flag from the internal winning flag signal, and notifying the fact. Can be prevented. Further, it is possible to prevent an unnecessary signal from being easily input to the game control board 40.

  The number of slot machines provided for testing by a third-party organization is usually only a few. In addition, the slot machines for mass production shipped to amusement stores can input and output these test signals and test signals. Since it is less necessary to carry out, these mass production slot machines may be equipped with the game control board 40 that is provided with the wiring pattern but is not provided with the connection terminals described above. The manufacturing cost of the slot machine can be reduced. Further, in this case, since a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal and a test signal is formed on the game control board 40, the IF board (main) 1100 and the test apparatus 1300 can be easily configured only by mounting the connection terminals. It becomes possible to connect to. In addition, only a test slot machine is provided with a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal and a test signal, and a connection terminal for connection with the IF board (main) 1100 and the test apparatus 1300. A configuration in which these wiring patterns and connection terminals are not provided may be employed. That is, the main control unit 41 controls the output of the test signal, but the test signal may not be actually output. Thereby, the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production can be further reduced.

  Next, input / output states of test signals and test signals between the game control board 40 and the test apparatus 1300 at the time of testing will be described using the timing chart shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 24, when the medal can be inserted, the insertion request LED 17 is turned on, the insertion request lamp signal is turned ON, and an output request for the insertion switch signal is made to the test apparatus 1300. Thrown switch signal from the test apparatus 1300 on the basis of this input, defining a few minutes in response to the playing state, since the game by detecting the start switch signal is available starting state, the lighting state of the start enable LED 18, the start The enable lamp signal is turned ON, and an output request for a reel start switch signal is made to the test apparatus 1300. In addition, when performing a test, the use of credits is prohibited, so that it becomes impossible to insert medals by detecting a predetermined number of insertion switch signals, the insertion request LED 17 is turned off, and the insertion request lamp signal is turned OFF. To. Accordingly, the closing switch signal is also stopped.

  Also, the output state of the internal winning flag signals 1 to 4 is updated to the output state indicating the RT type of the next game for a predetermined period from the timing before the insertion request lamp signal is turned ON, and then the internal winning flag signal 1 Update all .about.6 to 0 (OFF).

When the reel start switch signal from the test apparatus 1300 is detected, the start valid LED 18 is turned off and the start ready lamp signal is turned OFF. Then, the internal lottery is executed, the output state of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signals is updated based on the result of the internal lottery, and the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flag 7 signal are alternately turned ON to thereby change the internal lottery. The lottery result is output. After the internal lottery result is output, the internal winning flags 1 to 6, the internal winning flag 7 signal, and the internal winning flag 8 signal are all updated to 0 (OFF).

  When the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal can be started and the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal output after the internal lottery in the previous game. Includes a signal delay signal indicating that the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is started and the output start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is delayed after a predetermined regulation time has elapsed. Is set to ON for a certain time.

After outputting the results of the internal lottery by the internal winning flag 1-6 signal, the internal winning flag 8 signal, and the internal winning flag 7 signal, the reel starts to rotate and rotates at a constant speed to operate the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R. Is activated , the left, middle and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R are turned on, and the first to third reel stop possible lamps are turned on. Based on this, any one of the first to third reel stop switch signals is input from the test apparatus 200, and when any of the first to third reel stop switch signals is detected, the left, middle, and right stop are valid. The corresponding LED among the LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R is turned off, and the corresponding first to third reel stop possible lamps are turned off. Then, after controlling the reels corresponding to the detected first to third reel stop switch signals, the stop effective LED corresponding to the rotating reel is turned on again, and the corresponding reel stop possible lamp is turned ON. To do.

  When these processes are repeatedly performed and all reels are stopped, it is determined whether or not the winning symbol combination is stopped. If the symbol combination accompanied by the medal payout is determined, the hopper motor The drive signal 34b is output, the payout request signal is turned ON, and the payout switch signal is output. Accordingly, a payout switch signal is input from the test apparatus 1300. By detecting the payout switch signal, the number of payout medals is counted, and payout switch signals for the number corresponding to the combination of winning symbols are displayed. When detected, the output of the drive signal of the hopper motor 34b is stopped and the payout request signal is turned OFF. Accordingly, the input of the payout switch signal is also stopped.

Next, when the gaming state changes according to the combination of symbols, after the driving signal of the hopper motor 34b is stopped, that is, after the payout request signal is turned off, the output state of the test signal indicating the gaming state is changed. For example, when a combination of BB (1), BB (2), and the like is prepared and the BB is shifted to BB, the BB signal is changed from OFF to ON. Thereafter, when the medal can be inserted again, the insertion request LED 17 is turned on, and the insertion request lamp signal is turned ON.

  Such a test signal and test signal exchange are performed between the slot machine and the test apparatus 1300, whereby a simulation test is automatically performed. It is possible to output the payout rate of the slot machine. Specifically, the ratio of the number of times when the payout count signal is detected during the period to be tested (the number of medals to be paid out) to the number of times the insertion switch signal is output during the period to be tested (the number of medals consumed) is calculated. The result (consumption number / payout number) is output as the payout rate.

  FIG. 25 is a timing chart showing the output status of the internal winning flag (RT type) signal and the signal before the regulation time elapses.

  The winning status of the special role can be specified from the output status of the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6, and the winning status of the general role is determined by the internal winning flag 7 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signal. It can be specified from the output status.

  The winning status of the special role consisting of the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 is output separately for the first time (special low) and the second time (special high), and the internal winning flag 7 signal and the internal winning flag The winning status of the general combination consisting of 1 to 6 signals is output separately for the first time (general low order) and the second time (general high order).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25, when a reel start switch signal from the test apparatus 1300 is detected (T5), the start valid LED 18 is turned off and the start ready lamp signal is turned OFF. Then, the internal lottery is executed, and the output state of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 is updated to the lower 6-bit value indicating the winning status of the special role based on the result of the internal lottery. ON) (T6), and after the elapse of a certain time (25 ms in this example), the output state of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signals indicates the winning status of the general combination based on the result of the internal lottery. At the same time, the internal winning flag 8 signal is set to 0 (OFF), the internal winning flag 7 signal is set to 1 (ON) (T7), and after a predetermined time (25 ms in this embodiment) has elapsed, the internal winning flag Based on the result of the internal lottery, the output state of the 1-6 signals is updated to the upper 6-bit value indicating the winning status of the special role. At the same time, the internal winning flag 8 signal is 1 (ON) and the internal winning flag 8 signal is 0 ( OFF) (T8) After the elapse of a certain time (25 ms in this embodiment), the output state of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 is an upper 6-bit value indicating the winning status of the general role based on the result of the internal lottery. At the same time, the internal winning flag 8 signal is set to 0 (OFF), the internal winning flag 7 signal is set to 1 (ON) (T9), and after a predetermined time (25 ms in this embodiment) has elapsed, the internal winning flag 1 to All 8 signals are updated to 0 (OFF) (T10).

  Further, in this embodiment, when the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal can be started, as described above, the first internal winning flag 8 signal output start (T6) in the previous game is predetermined. If the regulation time has not elapsed, the first internal winning flag after the internal lottery is started (T16) from the start of output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the previous game (T6) By delaying the timing for starting the output of the flag 8 signal, the subsequent rotation of the reel is delayed until a predetermined regulation time elapses from the start of the reel rotation of the previous game.

  In the present embodiment, the output times of the special lower level, the general lower level, the special higher level and the general higher level indicating the result of the internal lottery are each 25 ms as described above, but these output times are special on the test apparatus 1300 side. When the time required to detect the lower, general lower, special upper, and general upper values is set to X, it is set to a time when the relationship of X to 2X is established. Is set to a time when the relationship of Y-4X> 4X is established.

  As shown in FIG. 26, the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signal are the data (ON: 1, OFF: 0) indicated by the first internal winning flag 1 to 6 signal in both the special role winning status and the general winning status. ) Indicates the value of the lower 6 bits (bits 0 to 5), and the data (ON: 1, OFF: 0) indicated by the second internal winning flags 1 to 6 is the value of the upper 6 bits (bits 6 to 11). Is shown.

  As shown in FIG. 27, from the first and second internal winning flags 1 to 6 output when the internal winning flag 8 signal is 1 (ON) and the internal winning flag 7 signal is 0 (OFF). 4 bits of specified bits 11 to 8, 4 bits of bits 7 to 4 and 4 bits of bits 3 to 0 indicate special role loss when the value is 000H, 001H indicates winning of BB1, In the case of 002H, the winning of BB2 is shown, in the case of 003H, the winning of RB1 is shown, and in the case of 004H, the winning of RB2 is shown.

  As shown in FIG. 28, from the first and second internal winning flags 1 to 6 output when the internal winning flag 8 signal is 0 (OFF) and the internal winning flag 7 signal is 1 (ON). When the value indicated by 4 bits of specified bits 11-8, 4 bits of bits 7-4, and 4 bits of bits 3-0 is 000H, it indicates a general role loss, and when it is 001H, a bell (middle bell + right (Down bell) indicates winning, 002H indicates left bell 1 (down right bell + upper bell 5 + upper bell 8), and 003H indicates left bell 2 (down right bell + upper bell 6 + upper bell 7) ) Shows the winning of the left bell 3 (lower right bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 3) in the case of 004H, and the left bell 4 (lower right bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 4) in the case of 005H Shows winning, 006 The middle bell 1 (middle bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 5) is won, 007H is the middle bell 2 (middle bell + upper bell 1 + upper bell 6), and the middle bell is 008H. 3 (middle bell + upper bell 4 + upper bell 7), 009H means middle bell 4 (middle bell + upper bell 3 + upper bell 8), and 00AH means right bell 1 (middle bell) + Upper bell 3 + upper bell 5), right bell 2 (middle bell + upper bell 1 + upper bell 7) in the case of 00BH, right bell 3 (middle bell + upper bell 4+ in the case of 00CH Shows winning of upper bell 6), shows winning of right bell 4 (middle bell + upper bell 2 + upper bell 8) when 00DH, shows winning of weak cherry (lower cherry) when 00EH, 00FH Strong cherry ( 1), a win for the right-up bell is indicated for 010H, a normal replay win is indicated for 011H, a lower replay win is indicated for 012H, and a replay is indicated for 013H GR1 (normal replay + promoted replay 1) is shown, 014H indicates replay GR2 (normal replay + promoted replay 1 + promoted replay 2), and 015H indicates replay GR3 (normal replay + promoted replay 1 + bottom) Replay GR4 (Normal Replay + Promotion Replay 1 + Promotion Replay 2 + Lower Replay) is selected for 016H, Replay GR5 (Normal Replay + Promotion Replay 2) is selected for 017H, In case of 018H, replay GR6 (normal replay + promoted replay 2 + bottom row (Replay) win, 019H indicates Replay GR11 (Tumble Replay + Special Replay), 01AH indicates Replay GR12 (Tumble Replay + Special Replay + Normal Replay), and 01BH Replay GR13 (falling replay + special replay + lower replay) is shown. Replay GR14 (falling replay + special replay + normal replay + lower replay) is shown in the case of 01CH, and replay GR15 (falling replay is shown in the case of 01DH. + Special Replay + Promotion Replay 1) wins, 01EH indicates a fall replay win, 01FH indicates a promotion replay (Promotion Replay 1 + Promotion Replay 2), and 020H indicates a special replay win Show win and replay GR2 in case of 021H It indicates the winning of (7 matching replay +7 irregular Replay + Normal replay), and to indicate the winning replay GR22 (7 irregular Replay + Normal replay) In the case of 022H.

  In this way, both the winning status of the special role and the winning status of the general role are determined from the numerical values stored in the area obtained by dividing the 12-bit data consisting of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signals for 2 times into 4 bits. It is possible to specify the winning situation of a lottery combination of 4095 (001H to FFFH) types at the maximum for both the winning situation of the special role and the winning situation of the general role.

  The RT type of the next game is a state in which the internal winning flag 7 signal is both OFF and a predetermined period (a certain time (2 ms) elapses after the startable ramp signal changes to ON after the game ends). Alternatively, it can be specified from the output status of the internal winning flags 1 to 4 during the period until the reel start switch signal is turned ON.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25, the timing (T1) before all stop and the game control (medal payout control, gaming state, RT transition control, etc.) ends and the insertion request ramp signal turns ON. / T12), the output state of the internal winning flag signals 1 to 4 functioning as the RT type 1 to 4 signals is updated to the output state indicating the RT type (RT 0 to 5) of the next game. The internal winning flag signal 1 at the time when a certain time (2 ms in this embodiment) has elapsed after turning ON (T2) or when the input of the reel start switch signal is detected before the certain time has elapsed (15) Update all 4 to 0 (OFF).

  As shown in FIG. 29, the internal winning flag 7 signals are both in the OFF state, and after the game ends, the start winning lamp signal changes to ON and is specified from the internal winning flags 1-4 signals for a predetermined period. RT0 is indicated when the 4-bit value is 0H, RT1 is indicated when it is 1H, RT2 is indicated when it is 2H, RT3 is indicated when it is 3H, RT4 is indicated when it is 4H, and RT5 is indicated when it is 5H. Will be shown.

  As described above, the RT type of the next game is that the internal winning flag 7 signal is both OFF, and the start winning lamp signal changes to ON after the game is over, and the internal winning flags 1 to 4 signal for a predetermined period. It is possible to specify from the numerical value stored in the 4-bit area, and it is possible to specify up to 16 (0H to FH) types of RT.

  In addition, the main control unit 41 has not passed a predetermined regulation time (4.1 seconds) from the start of output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal after the internal lottery in the previous game, and the first ( When the output start of the internal winning flag 8 signal of the internal winning flags 1 to 6 corresponding to the special lower order is delayed, a signal delay signal indicating that is output.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25, when the output start of the internal winning flag 8 signal is delayed, the signal delaying signal is turned ON when the internal lottery is completed, and thereafter, for a certain period of time (the first internal winning flag) After the elapse of a time longer than the time until the flag 8 signal is turned on and shorter than the time until the first internal winning flag 8 signal is turned off, the signal delaying signal is turned off.

  In the slot machine of the present embodiment, as described above, when the predetermined restriction time has not elapsed since the start of the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the previous game, the predetermined restriction time elapses. By delaying the output start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal of the game until the start of output of the internal winning flag 8 signal, that is, the start of reel rotation, that is, the progress of the game is also regulated (see FIG. 25). The progress of the game is regulated so that the shortest time of one game is not less than a predetermined regulation time.

  The reason for restricting the progress of the game so that the shortest time of one game is equal to or longer than the predetermined regulation time is to restrict the progress of the game because the consumption speed of medals increases when the progress speed of the game is too fast. Therefore, the game progress speed is moderated to prevent excessive euphoria, and the test apparatus 1300 also determines whether or not the minimum time for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more. A three-party organization needs to check the test.

  In a general slot machine, if the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of reel rotation in the previous game, the progress of the game is regulated until the predetermined regulation time elapses. In the conventional test, the first to third reel motor excitation signals that are always output for each game are used, and from the timing when any one of the first to third reel motor excitation signals is turned on. In the next game, by measuring the time until the timing when one of the first to third reel motor excitation signals is all OFF, and determining whether the time is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time, It was confirmed whether or not the minimum time of one game was secured for a predetermined regulation time or more.

  However, a configuration in which a reel effect using reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is executed in a frozen state (a state where the progress of the game is delayed) as in the present embodiment, particularly from the start of rotation of the reel of the previous game. In the configuration in which the reel effect is executed even when the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed, as described above, from the timing when any one of the first to third reel motor excitation signals is turned on. In the next game, the time until the timing at which one of the first to third reel motor excitation signals is turned on is turned on, and it is determined whether or not the time is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time. In this case, it becomes impossible to accurately measure the shortest time of one game.

  For this reason, using the internal winning flag signal that must be output for each game other than the first to third reel motor excitation signals, for example, as shown in FIG. The time from the start of the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal (updated from OFF to ON) of the corresponding internal winning flag 1 to 6 signal output) until the start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal output after the internal lottery of the next game It is conceivable to check whether or not the shortest time of one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more by measuring whether or not the time is a predetermined regulation time or more.

  However, in the conventional configuration, the internal winning flag signal is output following the internal lottery associated with the start of the game, and is output without waiting for the reels to start rotating. When the test is automatically performed, the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of the previous game rotation, the progress of the game is always regulated before the reel rotation starts, and no medals are paid out. The time from the start of the output of the internal winning flag signal to the start of the output of the next internal winning flag signal is almost a predetermined restriction time, but when the predetermined restriction time has elapsed since the start of the rotation of the previous game, After the start of the output of the internal winning flag signal, the progress of the game is not restricted, and if the medal is paid out in the previous game, the output of the internal winning flag signal is opened. After that, since the time during which the progress of the game is restricted is shortened by that amount, the output of the internal winning flag signal of the next game is started before the predetermined restricted time elapses after the output of the internal winning flag signal of the game is started. Therefore, when the internal winning flag signal is used as it is and it is confirmed whether or not the shortest time for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more as described above, the shortest time for one game It becomes impossible to measure accurately.

  On the other hand, in this embodiment, the time from the start of output of the internal winning flag 8 signal (update from OFF to ON) for the first time after the internal lottery (outputting the internal winning flags 1 to 6 corresponding to the special lower rank) is performed. After the internal lottery in the previous game, when it is possible to start the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal for the first time after the internal lottery (the internal winning flag 1-6 signals corresponding to the special lower rank are being output) If the predetermined restriction time (4.1 seconds) has not elapsed since the start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal output, the first internal winning flag 8 in the previous game until the predetermined restriction time has elapsed. From the start of signal output (T6) until the predetermined regulation time elapses (T16), the timing for starting the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal after the internal lottery is delayed to delay the subsequent reset. The start of rotation of the game is delayed until a predetermined regulation time has elapsed from the start of rotation of the reel of the previous game, so that the progress of the game is restricted. In the previous game, the first internal winning flag 8 Even if it is possible to start outputting the first internal winning flag 8 signal in the current game without a predetermined regulation time from the start of signal output, the first internal winning flag 8 signal is always output. The minimum time required for one game is secured more than a predetermined regulation time by checking the timing interval at which the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is started. It is possible to accurately specify whether or not

  Further, in this embodiment, when the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal can be started, a predetermined regulation time has elapsed from the start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal output after the internal lottery in the previous game. If it has not elapsed, a signal delay signal indicating that the output start of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is delayed is output without waiting for the output start of the internal winning flag 8 signal. Even when the output of the first internal winning flag 8 signal is not detected after the reel start switch signal is input from the testing apparatus 1300, the internal winning flag 8 is output on the testing apparatus 1300 side by outputting the signal delaying signal. It can be specified that it is not abnormal that the signal is not output.

  Further, in this embodiment, the reels are started after the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal having an interval equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time, so that the minimum time of one game becomes equal to or longer than the predetermined regulation time. Since the game progress is restricted, the timing means for setting the output interval of the internal winning flag 8 signal to be equal to or longer than the predetermined restriction time, and the shortest time of one game is not less than the predetermined restriction time. In addition, the time measuring means for regulating the progress of the game and the common time measuring means can be used.

  Note that the game time starts every time the reel starts rotating, and if the predetermined regulation time has passed when the reel can start rotating in the next game, the reel starts rotating at that time. On the other hand, if the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed, the rotation of the reel is not started and the process waits until the predetermined regulation time elapses. Even in the case where the output of the internal winning flag 8 signal is started after the rotation is started, the time measuring means for setting the output interval of the internal winning flag 8 signal to be equal to or longer than the predetermined regulation time and the shortest time of one game are predetermined. The time measuring means for restricting the progress of the game so as to be equal to or longer than the restriction time, and a common time measuring means.

  Further, in this embodiment, the time progressing means for setting the output interval of the internal winning flag 8 signal to an interval equal to or greater than a predetermined regulation time and the progress of the game so that the shortest time of one game is equal to or greater than the predetermined regulation time. The time measuring means for regulating and the common time measuring means are configured. However, the time measuring means for setting the output interval of the internal winning flag 8 signal to be equal to or longer than the predetermined restriction time and the shortest time of one game. It is good also as a structure separately provided with the time measuring means for restrict | limiting progress of a game so that it may become more than predetermined | prescribed regulation time.

  Further, in this embodiment, the winning status of the special role can be identified from the output status of the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6, and the winning status of the general role is determined based on the internal winning flag 7 signal and the internal winning flag 7 signal. It is possible to specify from the output status of the winning flags 1 to 6, and the winning status of the special role consisting of the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signals is the first (special subordinate) and the second (special) Since the winning status of the general role consisting of the internal winning flag 7 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signals is output separately for the first time (general low order) and the second time (general high order). Even if the types of special roles and types of general roles increase, it becomes possible to output a signal that makes it possible to specify the presence / absence of winning for all of these types of roles from a limited number of output ports.

  In addition, the internal winning flag 8 signal is updated to the output state indicating the winning status of the special role by the internal winning flag 1 to 6 signal at the same timing as the output timing of the internal winning flag 8 signal, and the internal winning flag 7 signal is output. Since the internal winning flags 1 to 5 are updated to the output status indicating the winning status of the general role at the same timing, the output status specified from the internal winning flags 1 to 6 is the special role. The test apparatus 1300 can accurately identify whether it indicates the winning status or the general role winning status, and four types of signals, special lower, general lower, special upper, and general lower, are spaced in between. It is possible to output in as short a time as possible without leaving a gap.

  In addition, four types of signals consisting of special lower rank, special upper rank, general lower rank, and general upper rank indicating the result of the internal lottery are assigned in the order of special lower rank, general lower rank, special upper rank, and general lower rank, that is, internal winning flag signal 8 and internal winning flag. Since the flag signals 7 are output in an alternating order, even if the four types of signals are output in succession as described above, the test apparatus 1300 can distinguish and specify them. It is possible to output four types of signals consisting of a special upper level and a general lower level in a short period as much as possible without a gap therebetween.

  In this embodiment, the signal indicating the winning status of the special role (special lower rank, special upper rank) by the internal winning flag 8 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 signal, and the internal winning flag 7 signal and the internal winning flags 1 to 6 are shown. When the output time of the signal (general low order, general high order) indicating the winning status of the general role by the signal is X required time to detect the value of these signals on the test apparatus 1300 side, X-2X Since the time when the relationship is established is set, the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery can be reliably detected on the test apparatus 1300 side, and the output time of the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery is too long. By interfering with a signal indicating the result of the internal lottery of the game, it can be prevented that it is impossible to accurately specify whether or not the minimum time required for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the predetermined regulation time is Y, the time when the relationship of Y-4X> 4X is established, that is, after the start of the output of the special lower level and before the start of the output of the special lower level of the next game, Since the output of all the signals of the lower, general lower, special upper, and general lower is set to be completed, the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery can be reliably detected on the test apparatus 1300 side, and the internal Whether the output time of the signal indicating the lottery result is too long and interferes with the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery of the next game, so that the minimum time required for one game is ensured over a predetermined regulation time. Can be reliably prevented from being unable to be accurately identified.

  Further, in this embodiment, the internal winning flag 7 signal is both in the OFF state, and after the game ends, the period from when the startable ramp signal changes to ON until a predetermined period (a certain time (2 ms) elapses) It can be specified from the output status of the internal winning flags 1 to 4 during the period until the reel start switch signal is turned ON. That is, since a signal indicating the RT type of the next game is output using the internal winning flags 1 to 4 during a period in which a signal indicating the result of the internal lottery is not output, the internal lottery is output from a limited number of output ports. Both a signal indicating the result of the above and a signal indicating the RT type can be output.

  In this embodiment, the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery is composed of a special lower level, a general lower level, a special higher level, and a general lower level, and in the test apparatus 1300, the output timing of the special lower level output first after the internal lottery. To determine whether or not the minimum time required for one game is more than a predetermined regulation time by inspecting the time until the output start timing of the special lower level of the next game. By checking the time until the same timing of the next game based on the output start timing or output end timing of a specific signal among the general lower level, special upper level, and general lower level, the shortest time required for one game is a predetermined regulation time It is good also as a structure which specifies whether it is ensured above.

  Also, in this embodiment, the signal indicating the winning status of the special role is divided into lower (special lower) and higher (special higher) and output, and the signal indicating the winning status of the general role is lower (general lower) and higher. Although it is the structure which divides | segments and outputs to (general high rank), it is good also as a structure which divides | segments only one of the signal which shows the winning status of a special role or the signal which shows the winning status of a general role, and does not divide the other. .

  Moreover, it is good also as a structure which outputs, without dividing | segmenting the signal which shows the winning status of a special combination, and the signal which shows the winning status of a general combination, respectively. In this case, the time required to detect the value of the signal indicating the winning status of the special role and the time required to detect the value of the signal indicating the winning status of the general role on the test apparatus 1300 side are respectively X When the predetermined regulation time is set to Y, a signal indicating the result of the internal lottery can be reliably detected on the test apparatus 1300 side by setting the time to satisfy the relationship of Y-2X> 2X. And, since the output time of the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery is too long and interferes with the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery of the next game, the shortest time required for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more. It can be surely prevented that it becomes impossible to accurately specify whether or not there is.

  Also, a signal that indicates both the winning status of the special role and the winning status of the general role is output at the same timing without distinguishing between the signal indicating the winning status of the special role and the signal indicating the winning status of the general role. It is also good. In this case, when the time required for detecting the value of the signal indicating the winning status of the special role and the general role on the test apparatus 1300 side is X and Y is the predetermined regulation time, YX> By setting the time when the relationship of X is established, the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery can be reliably detected on the test apparatus 1300 side, and the output time of the signal indicating the result of the internal lottery is too long. By interfering with a signal indicating the result of the internal lottery of the next game, it can be reliably prevented that it is impossible to accurately specify whether or not the minimum time required for one game is secured for a predetermined regulation time or more. .

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 23, the effect control board 90 can be connected to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF board (sub) 1200, and the current game controlled by the main control unit 41 from the effect control board 90 It is possible to output a test signal indicating the most recommended operation mode among the operation modes that can be selected by the player according to the state and the performance mode by the sub-control unit 91.

  FIG. 23 is a diagram showing a test signal output from the effect control board 90 to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF board (sub) 1200.

  As shown in FIG. 23, a stop execution position signal, a stop reel designation signal, a stop strobe signal, a signal, and a game interruption signal are output from the effect control board 90 to the test apparatus 1300 as test signals.

  Test signals output from the effect control board 90 to the test apparatus 1300 are output under the control of the sub-control unit 91.

  The stop execution position signal is a signal indicating the most recommended stop operation position for the reel indicated by the stop reel designation signal described later according to the current gaming state and effect mode, and the corresponding reel included in the most recommended stop operation position. The number of steps (0 to 336) of the reel motor can be specified.

  The stop reel designation signal is a signal that designates whether the reel that recommends the stop operation at the stop operation position indicated by the stop execution position signal is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel. The reel to which the stop operation at the stop operation position indicated by the execution position signal is applied can be specified.

  The stop strobe signal is a signal for requesting acquisition of a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal.

  The game interruption signal is a signal for requesting a temporary interruption of the test by the test apparatus 1300, and is a signal that is output when prompting selection of an effect mode or the like by a manual operation.

  In the present embodiment, the production control board 90 is provided with connection terminals to which the wiring from the IF board (sub) 1200 can be connected, and the test signals output from the sub control section 91 and various drive circuits are received. Wiring patterns for transmission to the connection terminals are formed, and test signals output from the sub-control unit 91 and various drive circuits are output via these wiring patterns and connection terminals.

  In addition, the connection terminal is configured by, for example, a signal pin capable of connecting a probe from the IF board (sub) 1200 and a connector to which a cable from the IF board (sub) 1200 can be connected. Thus, the wiring from the IF substrate (sub) 1200 can be easily connected.

  The connection terminals are provided for the convenience of connecting the IF board (sub) 1200, and the connection terminals for outputting these test signals are the effects of the slot machine shipped to the amusement store. The control board 90 is not necessary. For this reason, the production control board 90 of this embodiment is formed with a plurality of cutting holes for cutting the portion provided with the connection terminals, and can be cut along these cutting holes. At the time of shipment, the portion where the connection terminal is provided can be cut to a state where an unnecessary signal cannot be input / output. Thereby, for example, it is possible to prevent the test signal from being easily used for purposes other than the test, such as specifying a recommended operation procedure in the hall device and notifying the fact. Further, it is possible to prevent an unnecessary signal from being easily input to the effect control board 90.

  Note that the number of slot machines provided for testing by a third party organization is usually only a few, and other slot machines for mass production shipped to amusement stores are less likely to output these test signals. Therefore, these mass production slot machines may be provided with the effect control board 90 which is provided with the wiring pattern but is not provided with the above-described connection terminals, thereby making it possible to manufacture the mass production slot machine. Can be reduced. Further, in this case, since the wiring pattern for transmitting the test signal to the effect control board 90 is formed, the IF board (sub) 1200 and the test apparatus 1300 can be easily connected only by mounting the connection terminals. Is possible. In addition, a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal only to the test slot machine and a connection terminal for connecting to the IF board (sub) 1200 and the test apparatus 1300 are provided. It is good also as a structure which does not provide a connection terminal. That is, the sub CPU 91a may control the output of the test signal, but the test signal may not be actually output. Thereby, the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production can be further reduced.

  As shown in FIG. 30, the sub control unit 91 receives a reel start switch signal from the main control unit 41 when the main control unit 41 outputs (actually, the sub control unit 91 receives an internal winning command indicating the start of the game from the main control unit 41. Between the current gaming state (the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command received at the end of the previous game) and the production mode (the production mode of the game by the sub-control unit 91), First, the stop reel designation signal is updated to an output state indicating a reel recommended as the first stop reel, and the stop execution position signal is updated to an output state indicating a recommended stop operation position for the reel. After the update of the signal and stop execution position signal is completed, a stop strobe signal is output for a certain period of time (50 ms), and the recommended first stop reel and Notifies the stop operation position to the test device 1300, after the stop of the stop strobe signal, a predetermined time (50 ms) waiting. Next, in a similar procedure, the test apparatus 1300 is notified of the second stop reel and its stop operation position that are sequentially recommended, and the test apparatus 1300 is notified of the third stop reel and its stop operation position. After the notification of the third stop reel and its stop operation position, the stop execution position signal and the stop reel designation signal are cleared when a certain time (50 ms) has passed. That is, according to the recommended stop order, the first stop reel and its stop operation position, the second stop reel and its stop operation position, the third stop reel and its stop operation position are sequentially notified to the test apparatus 1300, so that the test is performed. The operation procedure recommended by the apparatus 1300 can be specified.

  The ROM 91b stores a recommended operation mode table in which recommended operation modes are registered in advance according to the current game state and the production mode, and the sub-control unit 91 performs an operation that matches the current game state and the production mode. A mode is acquired from the recommended operation procedure table, and a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal are output based on the acquired operation mode. Note that the recommended operation mode table registered in advance may not be provided, and the recommended operation mode may be acquired using a program in which the sub-control unit 91 determines the recommended operation mode from the gaming state and effect mode at that time. .

  In this example, RT4 is not controlled by the AT (including ART) in which the navigation effect is executed in RT0 to 3, and the general role notification effect and the navigation effect that suggest the winning of the general role are not performed, RT4 In the state where the announcement effect indicating the winning of the special role is not yet made in 5, the AT (including ART) is not controlled, and the general role announcement effect and the navigation effect are not performed, the player The result of the internal lottery cannot be specified, and since the lower cherries have the largest number of payouts among the small roles that are missed, there is no penalty for winning the lower cherries. When the stop operation is performed at a timing, the payout rate is higher than in other operation modes, so the stop indicating the stop operation position that is the “BAR” pull-in range for the left reel And it outputs a row position signal.

  In RT4 and 5, a notice effect indicating that the special role has been elected has already been performed, and in the state where the general character notice effect has not been performed, the player can specify that the special role has been won. There is no disadvantage even if you win the prize, and the person who removes wastes medals, so if you stop the operation at the timing that will be the drawing range of the constituent figure of the special role won for any reel, Since the payout rate is higher than in other operation modes, a stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position that is the drawing range of the constituent symbol of the special combination won for each reel is output.

  When the general role announcement effect is executed at RT0-3, the player can specify the type of the general role won in the internal lottery, and there is no penalty for winning the general role. When the stop operation is performed at the timing that is the drawing range of the constituent symbol of the elected general role also for the reels of the other reels, the payout rate is higher than the other operation modes, so A stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position is output.

  In RT 4 and 5, when the announcement effect indicating the winning of the special role is not performed and the general character announcement effect is executed, the player can specify the type of the general character won in the internal lottery, There is no penalty for winning a general role, so if a stop operation is performed at a timing that is within the drawing range of the constituent symbol of the selected general role for any reel, the payout rate is higher than other operation modes Therefore, the stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position that is the drawing range of the constituent symbol of the selected winning combination is output.

  In the case where the general role announcement effect is executed in a state where the notification effect indicating the winning of the special role is being performed in RT 4 and 5, the player can specify the type of the general role won in the internal lottery, And if the suggested general role is a small role with more than 3 medals required to start the game at RT4, 5, there will be no penalty for winning the suggested general role As a result, there will be a higher payout rate than the other operation modes when a stop operation is performed at the timing that is within the drawing range of the constituent symbol of the winning general role for any reel. A stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position that is a symbol drawing range is output.

  On the other hand, when the general role announcement effect is executed in a state where the announcement effect indicating that the special role is won at RT4, 5, it is necessary for the suggested general role to start the game at RT4, 5. If it is a small role (with lower cherries, etc.) with a maximum of 3 medals, the winning special role will be won for any reel because winning a non-party small role will waste money. When the stop operation is performed at the timing when it becomes the drawing range of the composition symbol, the payout rate becomes higher than other operation modes, so the stop operation position that becomes the drawing range of the composition symbol of the special role won for each reel A stop execution position signal indicating is output.

  When a navigation effect is executed at RT 0 to 5, the player can specify the most advantageous operation mode regardless of whether or not AT (including ART) is being performed, and the operation mode notified by the navigation effect. When the stop operation is performed at, the payout rate is higher than in other operation modes, and therefore, the stop reel designation signal is output in the order of the stop order notified by the navigation effect.

  As described above, in this embodiment, a recommended operation mode is acquired according to the current gaming state and production mode, and a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal indicating the acquired operation mode are output to the test apparatus 1300. Therefore, it becomes possible to output the reel stop switch signal in the operation mode recommended according to the current gaming state and production mode on the test device 1300 side, and the payout rate close to the market payout rate can be obtained by the test by the test device 1300. Can be obtained.

  Further, in this embodiment, a signal that can specify the number of steps of the reel motor corresponding to the output timing of the stop switch signal recommended as the stop execution position signal is output to the test apparatus 1300. Even when the number of symbols and the number of steps assigned to one symbol differ depending on the type of slot machine, the test apparatus 1300 can share the output control of the stop switch signal with respect to the stop execution position signal.

  In this embodiment, after the game is over, the timing at which the insertion of a medal is first detected, the timing at which the start operation is detected after the start operation becomes valid, the timing at which the stop operation is performed, and the touch panel The sub CPU 91a sends a game interruption signal to the test apparatus 1300 when the operation mode or the operation mode can be changed by the operation of the operation means for the operation such as the above-described result notification effect or sub game. Output and request to suspend the test.

  For example, the stop execution position of the third stop reel when the presentation mode and the presentation mode can be changed by the operation of the presentation operation means after the game is finished, or after the game is finished. If the game interruption signal is output after the completion of the output of the signal and the stop reel designation signal, and the effect mode and effect mode can be changed at the timing when the start operation is detected, the start operation becomes effective after the game ends. If the effect mode or effect mode can be changed by outputting the game interruption signal and stopping the operation or operating the effect operating means during the rotation of the reel, after the start operation is detected, the reel A game interruption signal is output before the stop operation becomes effective.

  As a result, even if the simulation test is automatically performed by the test apparatus 1300, when the effect mode or effect mode can be changed by manual operation, the game interruption signal is output, Is temporarily interrupted, and it is possible to restart the test after selecting the production mode and production mode by manual operation. For example, the small role notification production and the falling role type notification are executed by the production mode and production mode. Even if the frequency changes or the payout rate changes accordingly, it is not the payout rate obtained by chance and the play mode selected by chance during the automatic test, but the play mode and play mode. An accurate payout rate according to the difference can be obtained.

  Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and modifications and additions within the scope of the present invention are included in the present invention. Needless to say.

In the above embodiment, although the betting amount with medals and credits the present invention as a valuable gaming has been described with the example of application to a slot machine to be set, sets the bet number with the game ball as the value for a game The present invention may be applied to a slot machine or a fully credit type slot machine that uses only credit as a gaming value to set a bet amount. In the case of using a game ball as a game value, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls, and when three bets are set in the first embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting the number of bets using.

  Further, the present invention is not limited to the use of only one of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, for example, a combination of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls. It may be. That is, it is possible to play a game by setting the number of bets using any of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of types of games such as medals and game balls when a winning occurs. You may apply the slot machine which can pay out all of utility values.

  In the above-described embodiment, the variable display device is configured such that the symbols are continuously changed and displayed on the see-through window 3 by rotating a reel having a plurality of types of symbols arranged on the outer periphery. Alternatively, a variable display device may be used in which a belt on which a plurality of types of symbols are arranged is moved and displayed while the symbols are continuously changed in the see-through window 3. Furthermore, by displaying an image in which identification information such as a pattern image is periodically moved in a predetermined order on an image display device such as a liquid crystal display, the identification information is displayed on the display screen while being continuously changed. A display device may be applied.

1 slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 start switch 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch 41 main control unit 51 liquid crystal display 91 sub control unit 1100 interface board (main)
1300 test equipment

Claims (1)

Each comprises a variable display unit capable of displaying varying a plurality of types of identification information capable of identifying,
After variable display of said variable display unit, in the variable variable display of the display unit derives a display result by stopping, winning can be generated slot machine in accordance with the display result,
Start operation means operated by the player to start the variable display of the variable display unit;
Before displaying the results are derived, and pre-determining means for determining whether to permit generation for winning,
A pre-determined signal that can specify the determination result of the pre-determining unit with respect to a test apparatus connected when performing a performance test when the pre-determining unit determines whether or not the winning is permitted. Pre-determined signal output control means for performing output control for outputting
Progress regulating means for regulating the progress of the game so that the minimum time required for one game is equal to or longer than a predetermined regulation time;
When the output control of the predetermination signal in the current game can be started without elapse of the predetermined regulation time from the start of the output control of the predetermination signal in the previous game, An output control delay means for delaying the start of the output control of the predetermined signal until the predetermined regulation time elapses after starting the output control of the predetermined signal in the game;
Equipped with a,
Whether the pre-determining means allows the generation of a prize without waiting for the predetermined regulation time to elapse when the start operation means is operated before the predetermined regulation time elapses. A slot machine characterized by deciding .

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