JP7256320B1 - Calculator device for calculating prizes used in game hall and prize management method - Google Patents

Abstract

Kind Code: A1 A calculator device (prize calculator) capable of managing prizes used in amusement arcades is provided. 62 , 63 ), a housing 10 containing a central processing unit (CPU) 15 , and a storage device 31 connected to the central processing unit 15 . The central processing unit 15 has a function (a) for adding input data that has been input, a function (b) for dividing the added input data into data divided according to a predetermined rule, and a function (b) for dividing the divided data. and a function (c) of transmitting and recording to a storage device. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes. Furthermore, the central processing unit has a function of linking the divided data to the time data. [Selection drawing] Fig. 7

Description

The present invention relates to a calculator device and a prize management method for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades. More particularly, the present invention relates to a calculator device (prize calculator) and a prize management method for calculating prizes given out as a result of a game at an amusement facility such as a pachinko parlor.

At amusement facilities such as pachinko parlors, it is common practice to exchange the prizes given as a result of the game, such as pachinko, for money. (see, for example, Patent Documents 1 to 3).

In addition, at exchange offices established in the vicinity of pachinko parlors, etc., by presenting prizes at the window of the exchange office, it is possible to pay money according to the type of prizes, relying on the manual work of employees of the exchange offices. It is done.

Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 1-180284 JP-A-2001-9143 JP 2010-35895 A

Management of prizes is important in the prize exchange. Specifically, it is necessary to determine whether a premium is genuine or counterfeit, and it is also required to properly manage how each of the various premiums is distributed. Today, when a plurality of prizes are brought into a prize exchange, a cash dispensing machine is used in which money is exchanged for the sum of the plurality of prizes. A cash dispensing machine with such a configuration cannot record how each prize is distributed. In such a situation, there is room for questioning the reliability of the prize, which is not preferable.

In addition, at a gift exchange (especially a small prize exchange), the daily prizes are sometimes summed up. In this case, compared to when the prizes are electronically recognized and registered each time, when summarizing the prizes for the day, even if there is no mistake in the calculation of the total amount, the totalization process (premiums) will be performed later. It is difficult to confirm the type and number of Also, it is not realistic to introduce an expensive machine to a small-scale prize exchange just to be able to check the tallying process later.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and a main object of the present invention is to provide a calculator device (prize calculator) capable of managing prizes used in amusement arcades.

A calculator device according to the present invention is a calculator device for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades, and the calculator device includes an input unit for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations, and a housing including a central processing unit. , and a storage device connected to the central processing unit. The central processing unit has a function of adding input data that has been input, a function of dividing the added input data into data based on a predetermined rule, and storing the divided data in the storage device. It has a function to transmit and record. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing data according to the type and number of prizes. The central processing unit has a function of linking the divided data with time data.

In a preferred embodiment, the function of linking to the time data is to link each of the divided data to continuous time data.

In a preferred embodiment, the function of linking to the time data is to link to the time data corresponding to the time when the prize was exchanged.

In a preferred embodiment, the central processing unit further has a function of dividing data according to the types and numbers of the prizes based on additional predetermined rules. The additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the amount of money data corresponding to the type and number of the prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the amount is further divided so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount.

In a preferred embodiment, the input unit includes prize selection buttons corresponding to the types of prizes. The housing is provided with a cash dispensing terminal that connects to a cash dispensing machine. The housing is provided with a display unit.

In a preferred embodiment, the premium selection buttons are a 5,000-yen premium selection button, a 2,000-yen premium selection button, a 500-yen premium selection button, and a 100-yen premium selection button. The prize selection button has a width button shape.

In a preferred embodiment, the calculator device is connectable to a printer and has a tally printing function.

In one preferred embodiment, the storage device is a flash memory card. The housing is provided with an insertion slot for the flash memory card. Furthermore, the housing is provided with a LAN terminal. The calculator device has a function capable of outputting processed data processed by the central processing unit to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal.

A prize management method according to the present invention is a prize management method for managing prizes used in amusement arcades, comprising a step of totalizing prizes, a step of inputting the totaled data into a calculator device, and the step of linking the divided data with the time data.

In a preferred embodiment, in the step of associating with the time data, each of the divided data is linked to continuous time data.

In a preferred embodiment, in the step of linking to the time data, a process of linking to time data corresponding to the time when the prize was exchanged is executed.

In a preferred embodiment, the step of outputting data linked to the time data is further performed.

A calculator device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a calculator device for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades, and the calculator device includes an input unit for inputting numbers and four arithmetic operations, and a central processing unit. A housing and a storage device connected to the central processing unit are provided. The central processing unit has a function of adding input data that has been input, a function of dividing the added input data into data based on a predetermined rule, and storing the divided data in the storage device. It has a function to transmit and record. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing data according to the type and number of prizes, and the central processing unit further determines the type and number of prizes based on additional predetermined rules. It has a function to divide the data into appropriate data. The additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the amount of money data corresponding to the type and number of the prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the amount is further divided so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount.

In a preferred embodiment, the central processing unit has a function of linking the data further divided so as to be less than the predetermined amount to the time data.

In a preferred embodiment, the input unit includes prize selection buttons corresponding to the types of prizes. The housing is provided with a cash dispensing terminal that connects to a cash dispensing machine. The housing is provided with a display unit.

In a preferred embodiment, the premium selection buttons are a 5,000-yen premium selection button, a 2,000-yen premium selection button, a 500-yen premium selection button, and a 100-yen premium selection button. The prize selection button has a width button shape.

In a preferred embodiment, the calculator device is connectable to a printer and has a tally printing function.

In one preferred embodiment, the storage device is a flash memory card. The housing is provided with an insertion slot for the flash memory card. Furthermore, the housing is provided with a LAN terminal. The calculator device has a function capable of outputting processed data processed by the central processing unit to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal.

A calculator device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a calculator device for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades, and the calculator device has a central processing unit. The central processing unit has a function of linking data (divided data, etc.) corresponding to a prize with time data.

A cash exchange management device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a cash exchange management device in a game arcade, and the cash exchange management device is arranged between a prize reading computer and a cash payout system. The money exchange management device includes a housing including a central processing unit, a storage device connected to the central processing unit, a reading terminal provided in the housing for connecting to the prize reading computer, and the and a payout terminal provided in the housing for connecting to the cash payout system. The central processing unit has a function of dividing the data received from the prize reading computer into data based on a predetermined rule, and a function of transmitting the divided data to the storage device for recording. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading computer.

In one preferred embodiment, the storage device is a flash memory card. The housing is provided with an insertion slot for the flash memory card. Further, the housing is provided with a power supply terminal, a LAN terminal and a USB terminal.

In a preferred embodiment, the central processing unit further has a function of dividing data according to each prize read by the prize reading computer based on additional predetermined rules. The additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading computer is greater than or equal to a predetermined amount, the data is further divided so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount.

In a preferred embodiment, the exchange management device has a function capable of outputting processed data processed by the central processing unit to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal.

A calculator device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a calculator device for cash management and calculation in a game arcade, and the calculator device includes an input unit for inputting numbers and four arithmetic operations, a housing including a central processing unit, and a storage device connected to the central processing unit. The central processing unit has a function of dividing input data into data based on a predetermined rule, and a function of transmitting the divided data to the storage device for recording. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data according to each prize read by the prize reading computer.

In a preferred embodiment, the storage device is a flash memory card, and the housing is provided with a slot for inserting the flash memory card. Furthermore, the housing is provided with a LAN terminal. The calculator device has a function capable of outputting processed data processed by the central processing unit to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal.

A prize reading computer according to an embodiment of the present invention is a prize reading computer that reads a prize in a game hall, and the prize reading computer includes a prize reading determination unit that reads a prize, a housing that includes a central processing unit, and the and a storage device connected to the central processing unit. The central processing unit has a function of dividing the prize data read by the prize reading determination unit into data based on a predetermined rule, and a function of transmitting the divided data to the storage device for recording. It has The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading determination unit.

In a preferred embodiment, the storage device is a flash memory card, and the housing is provided with a slot for inserting the flash memory card. Furthermore, the housing is provided with a LAN terminal. The prize reading computer has a function capable of outputting the processed data processed by the central processing unit to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal.

According to the present invention, the central processing unit of the calculator device for calculating the prize has the function of adding the inputted input data and the predetermined rule (dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes). It has a function to divide the data based on the specification rules) and a function to send the divided data to the storage device and record it. It is possible to provide a calculator device capable of managing the prizes used in the game arcade.

1 is a block diagram illustrating a prize redemption system including a redemption management device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a figure explaining the structure of the exchange management apparatus 100 which concerns on embodiment of this invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS It is a perspective view which shows typically the structure of the exchange management apparatus 100 which concerns on embodiment of this invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS It is a perspective view which shows typically the structure of the exchange management apparatus 100 which concerns on embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the power supply 30 used for the exchange management apparatus 100 which concerns on embodiment of this invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS It is a figure explaining the premium|prize exchange system containing the exchange management apparatus 100 which concerns on embodiment of this invention. 1 is a diagram illustrating the configuration of a calculator device (prize calculator) 101 according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 4 is a flowchart for explaining a prize management method according to an embodiment of the present invention; 1 is a perspective view schematically showing the configuration of a calculator device (prize calculator) 101 according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1(a) and 1(b) are a top view and a side view, respectively, schematically showing the configuration of a calculator device (prize calculator) 101 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the drawings below, for the sake of simplification of the description, the same reference numerals are given to members and portions having the same function, and redundant description may be omitted or simplified. Also, the dimensional relationships (length, width, thickness, etc.) in each drawing may not necessarily accurately reflect the actual dimensional relationships. Matters other than those specifically mentioned in this specification, which are necessary for carrying out the present invention, can be grasped as design matters by those skilled in the art based on the prior art in the relevant field. The present invention can be implemented based on the contents disclosed by the specification and drawings and the common general technical knowledge in the field. Additionally, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating a prize redemption system including a redemption management device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The prize exchange system shown in FIG. 1 is a cash exchange system for converting prizes used in a game arcade into cash, and is provided at a prize exchange near the arcade.

The prize redemption system of the present embodiment includes a prize reading computer (or a prize determination machine, a prize reader) 50 and a cash dispensing system 90. 50 and cash dispensing system 90 . The cash dispensing system 90 includes a terminal operating device (data input device or prize calculator) 60 , a bill dispensing device 70 and a coin dispensing device 80 . The prize reading computer 50 is connected to the terminal operation device 60. In the configuration of this embodiment, the prize reading computer 50 and the cash exchange management device 100 are connected, and the cash exchange management device 100 and the cash payout system 90 are connected. Connected. In the configuration of this embodiment, they are electrically connected by wiring, but they may be connected by an optical cable, or may be connected by electromagnetic waves such as radio or infrared rays.

The prize reading computer 50 reads prizes (specifically, special prizes; for example, cards (including cards equipped with IC cards), prizes containing gold bullion in a plastic package, lighter A device that reads and identifies flint, ballpoint pens, golf markers, pendant tops, etc.) and calculates data (prize unit price x quantity) corresponding to (equivalent to) a prize (special prize). The read data corresponding to the prize (special prize) identified by the prize reading computer 50 is transmitted to the cash dispensing system 90 (60). sent to.

FIG. 2 shows the configuration of the exchange management device 100 of this embodiment. A central processing unit (CPU) 15 is arranged in a housing (box) 10 of the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment. The central processing unit (CPU) 15 is composed of a semiconductor integrated circuit device (IC), and includes a semiconductor chip (IC chip) and a circuit board in this embodiment. The exchange management device 100 of this embodiment also includes a storage device 31 connected to the central processing unit 15 . The storage device 31 of this embodiment is a non-volatile storage element, and a preferred example is a flash memory card (SD card or SD memory card). The housing 10 of the present embodiment is provided with an insertion slot 25 for a storage device 31 (flash memory card (SD card)). In another configuration of this embodiment, the non-volatile storage device 31 (flash memory card) is a USB memory stick, and an insertion slot 25 (USB port) for the storage device 31 (USB memory stick) is provided. there is As the storage device 31, a configuration using a plurality (or two) of nonvolatile storage devices 31 (for example, both a USB memory stick (main storage device) and an SD card (sub storage device)) may be used.

Further, the housing 10 of the present embodiment is provided with a reading terminal 21 for connecting to the prize reading computer 50 and a payout terminal 22 for connecting to the cash payout system 90 . Specifically, a reading terminal 21 into which a wiring connector extending from the prize reading computer 50 is inserted, and a dispensing terminal 22 into which a wiring connector extending to the cash dispensing system 90 is inserted are attached to the housing 10. there is In the configuration of this embodiment, the prize reading computer 50 and the cash dispensing system 90 can be connected to each other by wiring (for example, an RS-232C cable adapter). A compatible one (eg, RS-232C cable adapter) is used. The reading terminal 21 and the dispensing terminal 22 are connected inside the housing 10 by internal wiring. The internal wiring is connected to a central processing unit (CPU) 15 so that electrical signals (data) passing through the internal wiring can be transmitted to the central processing unit (CPU) 15 . In the configuration of this embodiment, an RS-232C cable adapter is used as an example, but other systems (for example, USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable/USB terminal) may be used.

Further, the housing 10 is provided with a power terminal 23 for connecting a power source 30 for driving the exchange management device 100 . In the configuration of the present embodiment, external power is supplied, and AC power of 100 V is converted into DC power by the power supply 30 to supply drive power to the exchange management apparatus 100 through the power supply terminal 23 . In the configuration of this embodiment, external power is supplied, but it may be battery-driven (for example, a lithium ion battery or a dry battery), or may be configured to use both the power source and the battery. good too.

Further, the housing 10 of the present embodiment has a LAN terminal (Local Area Network terminal) 26 to which a LAN cable is connected, and a USB terminal 27 to which a USB element 32 (for example, a USB memory, a USB cable, etc.) is connected. is provided. By connecting a LAN cable to the LAN terminal 26, the exchange management device 100 can be connected to an external communication network line (e.g., in-house LAN network, Internet network, etc.) or an information processing terminal (e.g., personal computer (PC), etc.). can be connected. By inserting a USB memory as the USB device 32 into the USB terminal 27, data can be recorded in the USB memory (or a data program can be uploaded). In addition, by inserting a USB cable as the USB element 32 into the USB terminal 27, the money exchange management device 100 can be connected to an information processing terminal (for example, a personal computer (PC), a tablet terminal, a smartphone, etc.). can be done.

The exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment includes a central processing unit (CPU) 15 and storage elements (semiconductor memory, hard disk (HDD, optical storage medium (CD, DVD)), etc.) provided in the housing 10 ( (not shown))) to function as an exchange management system. Specifically, the money conversion management program stored in the storage element (or storage device 31, USB memory 32) is operated, and the result (data) calculated by the central processing unit (CPU) 15 is stored in the storage element. can be stored.

In the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment, the central processing unit 15 has a function of dividing the received data from the prize reading computer 50 into data based on a predetermined rule, and storing the divided data into a storage device. 31 (SD card (or USB memory stick, etc.)) for recording. Here, the predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading computer 50 . More specifically, the central processing unit 15 can perform the following processing while the money exchange management program is running. First, as a premise, when the data (received data) sent from the prize reading computer 50 is n×3 (for example, 5,000 yen prize data×3), the cash dispensing system 90 receives 3n (for example, 15,000 yen ) are required. Here, in the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment, when the data (received data) sent from the prize reading computer 50 is n×3 (for example, 5000 yen prize data×3), n×1, Data (divided data) of n×1, n×1 (for example, 5000 yen prize data×1, 5000 yen prize data×1, 5000 yen prize data×1) are generated. Subsequently, the divided data (5000 yen premium data x 1, 5000 yen premium data x 1, 5000 yen premium data x 1) are transmitted and recorded in the storage device 31 (SD card).

The cash conversion management program of the present embodiment cooperates with the central processing unit 15 (and the storage element) to store data received from the prize reading computer 50 according to predetermined rules (premiums read by the prize reading computer 50). It is a program that operates based on the rules according to the specification that divides data into data according to each case. In the configuration of the present embodiment, the money exchange management program is stored in a storage device (not shown) (or storage device 31 (SD card)), is read as the program is executed, and is read by the central processing unit 15 ( and memory element). In the above example, when the data (received data) sent from the prize reading computer 50 is n×3 (for example, 5000 yen prize data×3), the conversion management program of this embodiment performs n×1, n×1, n×1 (for example, 5000 yen prize data×1, 5000 yen prize data×1, 5000 yen prize data×1) data (divided data), and then the divided data (5,000 yen prize data x 1, 5,000 yen prize data x 1, 5,000 yen prize data x 1) is converted into a CSV file format (comma separated value file format) and stored in the storage device 31 (SD card). It should be noted that converting to the CSV file format for recording is a consideration of high versatility, light data capacity, and ease of processing later. , a format other than the CSV file format (for example, an Excel file).

In addition, the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment outputs the processed data processed by the central processing unit 15 to an external communication network line (eg, in-house (indoor) LAN network, Internet network) through the LAN terminal 26. It has possible functions. The LAN terminal 26 of this embodiment is a wired one, but a wireless LAN terminal may be used. In addition, the money exchange management device 100 has a function capable of outputting to an external communication network line using another wireless (for example, mobile phone line (3G, 4G, 5G, etc.)). The cash management program of the embodiment converts the data calculated in cooperation with the central processing unit 15 (and the storage element) into a CSV file format, and transfers it to an external communication network line (for example, an in-house (indoor) LAN). The data (here, CSV file data) sent to an external communication network line (here, internet line) is connected to the communication network line. Data uploaded to the server can be sent to information terminals (e.g., personal computers (desktop type, notebook type), smartphones, tablets terminal) and can be checked by the user.

Note that the data storage program, data editing program, data transmission/reception program, interface program with input/output devices, backup program, error message program, etc. that operate in the server connected to the communication network line (Internet) are not included in the scope of the present invention. Since it is not the main item of the embodiment, it is omitted for the purpose of simplifying the understanding of the technical content. These technologies can be implemented/operated (implemented) based on common technical knowledge in the information communication technology field. Similarly, data processing programs, data transmission/reception programs, call/communication technology, Internet-related technology (website display), and application operation technology for information communication terminals (for example, smartphones) are omitted for the purpose of simplifying the understanding of the technical content. . These technologies can be implemented/operated (implemented) based on common technical knowledge in the technical field of information communication terminals (smartphones). In addition, specific programming languages/codes, program functions/structures, etc. of various programs can be executed based on common technical knowledge in the field of information and communication technology, and are not the main items of the embodiments of the present invention. are omitted for the purpose of simplifying the understanding of

By inserting a USB memory as the USB element 32 into the USB terminal 27, the processed data (CSV file data) processed by the central processing unit 15 can be used without going through an external communication network line. be able to. In addition, by storing the processed data (CSV file data) processed by the central processing unit 15 in a flash memory card (SD card) 31 and using the data in the flash memory card 31, an external communication network line can be used. It is also possible to use the processed data (CSV file data) without going through.

According to the cash exchange management device 100 (or the cash exchange management program) of the present embodiment, the central processing unit (CPU) 15 of the cash exchange management device 100 in the amusement arcade reads the data received from the prize reading computer 50 as predetermined. It has a function to divide data based on the rules (rules for dividing into data according to each prize read by the prize reading computer) and a function to send the divided data to a storage device and record it. Therefore, it is possible to manage each prize used in the game hall. In other words, the data received from the prize reading computer 50 is sent to the cash dispensing system 90 and used as amount data for cash dispensing. By interposing the exchange management device 100 between the data, data corresponding to each prize can be divided, processed and stored instead of the amount data (total amount data) for paying out cash. Specifically, for example, if 5,000 yen prize data x 3, 1,000 yen prize data x 3, and 500 yen prize data x 1 are processed as prize amount data of 18,500 yen, a 5,000 yen prize is processed. Data x 3, 1000-yen prize data x 3, 500-yen prize data x 1 are saved as CSV file data, so each prize used at the game hall is managed (not cash payout amount data). can be done reliably. As a result, it is possible to prevent unexpected situations (improper management) such as calculation errors, accounting errors, fraudulent processing, counterfeiting and theft, and to quickly find the cause of such unexpected situations. can. To explain further, since the types and number of prizes in the game arcade and the prize exchange are constant (excluding those held by the user), the total amount of special prizes can be calculated by using the CSV file data. In addition, the number of various specific prizes can always be grasped. After business hours, the number of types and number of prizes combined with the amusement center and the exchange office is basically a fixed number, so it is possible to immediately understand how many types and numbers of prizes have not been collected. .

In addition, since the exchange management device 100 of this embodiment has a function of outputting the processed data processed by the central processing unit 15 to an external communication network line, the data (CSV file data) can be It can be confirmed from the outside. As a result, even if the manager does not visit the prize exchange office, it is convenient to manage each prize used in the game hall reliably, and fraud can be prevented by always being able to check even from a distance. Helpful.

Further, the exchange management apparatus 100 of the present embodiment extracts and stores data on the types and numbers of prizes from the data received from the prize reading computer 50 . Therefore, the structure of the exchange management apparatus 100 of this embodiment can be simplified, and the cost can be reduced. In addition, while using the existing prize reading computer 50 and the cash payout system 90 as they are, only by connecting the exchange management device 100 between the prize reading computer 50 and the cash payout system 90, one prize used in the game hall can be obtained. Since one piece can be managed reliably, equipment cost can be suppressed.

The exchange management device 100 of this embodiment can also be modified as follows. For example, the central processing unit 15 of the present embodiment may further have a function of dividing data according to each prize read by the prize reading computer 50 based on additional predetermined rules. The additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading computer 50 is greater than or equal to a predetermined amount, it is further divided so that the amount is less than a predetermined amount. This is because, for example, at a prize exchange, special prizes of 10,000 yen or more (for example, special prizes of 10,000 yen and 30,000 yen) are processed in such a way that errors occur because the prizes are expensive. (Conversely, when there is no error if the amount is 9999 yen or less), and if the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment is interposed according to the operation of the prize exchange, the error will cause trouble for the user. Alternatively, a function may be provided to execute further division processing so as to process a special prize within a range where no error occurs (here, a special prize of 5,000 yen, for example). It should be noted that when such further division processing is performed, data on the type and number of prizes is extracted from the data received from the prize reading computer 50 and stored. Since the number will be different from what is actually in circulation, it is preferable to carry out markings and processing so that this can be understood.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 3 to 5 and 6, the structure of the exchange management device 100 of this embodiment and the method of using the exchange management device 100 will be described. 3 and 4 are perspective views schematically showing the structure of the exchange management device 100 of this embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing the power supply 30 used for the money exchange management device 100. As shown in FIG.

3 and 4 show the structure of the money exchange management device 100 viewed from the front and rear sides, respectively, but the front and rear may be reversed. The housing 10 of the cash exchange management device 100 has a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape (substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape). Although it has a dimension of 54 mm (±10 mm) in height, this dimension is exemplary and other dimensions are possible. Further, the shape of the housing 10 is not limited to a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape, and may be other shapes (for example, a substantially disk-like shape, a substantially cubic shape, a substantially spherical shape, a substantially conical shape, etc.).

In this example, as shown in FIG. 3, a power switch 20 is arranged on a portion (outside or outer surface) of the housing 10 . A USB connector 27 is provided on part of the housing 10 . As shown in FIG. 4, a power terminal 23 (DC jack) is provided on a portion (outside or outer surface) of the housing 10 . A terminal 31 of a power supply 30 (AC adapter) shown in FIG. 5 is inserted into the power supply terminal 23 .

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, a reading terminal 21 for connecting to a prize reading computer 50 and a payout terminal 22 for connecting to a cash payout system 90 are provided in a part of the housing 10 . The reading terminal 21 and the payout terminal 22 in this example are D-SUB 9-pin (a kind of connector shape standard for cables used for electrical communication). Furthermore, a LAN terminal 26 (LAN connector (RJ-45)) is provided on a part of the housing 10 . Although not shown, a part of the housing 10 is provided with an insertion slot 25 for a storage device 31 (flash memory card (SD card) or USB memory stick).

FIG. 6 shows an example in which the cash exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment is connected between a prize reading computer (a prize determining machine, a prize reader) 50 and a cash dispensing system 90 . In this example, the cash dispensing system 90 comprises a terminal operating device (data input device or prize calculator) 60, a display (display device) 65, a bill dispensing device 70, and a coin dispensing device 80. there is In this example, the exchange management device 100 is connected by a wired cable conforming to the standards for connecting the prize reading computer 50 and the cash dispensing system 90 to each other.

In the example shown in FIG. 6 , the prize reading computer 50 is provided with an input unit 52 and a display unit 53 in a housing 51 and a prize reading determination unit 55 . A cash exchange management device 100 is connected between the prize reader computer 50 and the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60 . Further, in the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60, an input unit 62 for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations is provided in the housing 61. As shown in FIG. The terminal operating device (prize calculator) 60 is connected to a display 65, and the display 65 displays the operations and results of the terminal operating device 60. FIG. Furthermore, a banknote dispensing device 70 and a coin dispensing device 80 are connected to the terminal operating device (prize calculator) 60, respectively. A housing 71 of the bill dispensing device 70 is provided with a bill dispensing port 72 from which bills are dispensed, and a housing 81 of the coin dispensing device 80 is provided with a coin dispensing port 82 from which coins are dispensed. ing.

Here, in the case of a special prize (for example, a prize of 5,000 yen × 3), the special prize is read by the prize reading determination unit 55 of the prize reading computer 50, and read prize data (for example, n×3 (5,000 yen prize) data x 3))). When the data (receiving data) sent from the prize reading computer 50 is n×3 (for example, 5000 yen prize data×3), if the money exchange management device 100 does not exist, the prize reading data (for example, n×3 (5,000 yen prize data x 3 pieces)) is sent to the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60, and by a predetermined operation, the banknote dispensing device 70 (or coin dispensing if there is less than 1,000 yen) Cash is dispensed from the device 80). When the exchange management device 100 of the present embodiment exists, part of the data (received data) sent from the prize reading computer 50 is extracted, and n×1, n×1, n×1 ( For example, 5000 yen premium data x 1, 5000 yen premium data x 1, 5000 yen premium data x 1) data (divided data), and then the divided data (5000 yen premium data x 1) , 5,000 yen prize data x 1, 5,000 yen prize data x 1) are converted into a CSV file format ((Comma Separated Value file format) and recorded in the storage device 31 (SD card). 31 is not limited to being present in the exchange management device 100, but may be present on the Internet (storage device on the cloud).

In the configuration of this embodiment, since CSV file data corresponding to the type and number of special prizes is saved, each prize used in the game hall can be reliably managed (not cash payout amount data). . As a result, it is possible to prevent unexpected situations (improper management) such as calculation errors, accounting errors, fraudulent processing, counterfeiting and theft.

Further, the configuration of the present embodiment may be modified so that the functions of the exchange management device 100 may be installed in the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60 . That is, the housing 10 of the exchange management device 100 is not separate from the housing 61 of the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60, but is inside the housing 61 of the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60. A central processing unit 15 or the like may be provided. When using the existing prize reading computer 50 and the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60, it is advantageous in terms of cost to attach the separate money conversion management device 100, but the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60 is newly installed. When introducing, it is more convenient to introduce a terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60 with the functions of the money exchange management device 100 .

Furthermore, by modifying the configuration of the present embodiment, the function of the cash conversion management device 100 may be installed in the gift reading computer 50 . That is, the central processing unit 15 and the like of the money exchange management device 100 can be provided inside the housing 51 of the prize reading computer 50 . In the configuration of this modified example, the prize reading determination unit 55 of the prize reading computer 50 reads an IC chip attached to the prize (special prize) to read the prize and determine its authenticity. Note that the gift reading determination unit 55 performs reading and determination using other methods (for example, barcodes (including two-dimensional barcodes, QR codes (registered trademark), etc.), magnetic reading, etc.). may The central processing unit 15 has a function of dividing the prize data read by the prize reading determination unit 55 into data based on a predetermined rule, and a function of transmitting the divided data to the storage device 31 for recording. I have. The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data corresponding to each prize read by the prize reading determination unit 55 . When the data read by the prize read determination unit 55 is not converted into the total amount of money but remains as data corresponding to each read prize, the data corresponding to each read prize is treated as divided data. It may be transmitted to the storage device 31 and recorded. In the configuration of this embodiment, for example, the data can be stored in the form of CSV data. Similar to the above, when using the existing gift reading computer 50 and the terminal operation device (prize calculator) 60, it is more cost effective to attach the separate money exchange management device 100, but a new gift reading computer 50 is installed. is introduced, it is more convenient to introduce a gift reading computer 50 with the functions of the money exchange management device 100.例文帳に追加

Next, the calculator device (prize calculator) 101 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 to 10. FIG.

FIG. 7 shows the configuration of the calculator device 101 of this embodiment. The calculator device 101 is for calculating the prizes used in the game arcade. The calculator device 101 of this embodiment is conveniently used when calculating prizes at a relatively small prize exchange. It can be used not only when calculating the total amount of prizes for each time and calculating the corresponding money, but also when calculating the total amount of prizes for one day.

In the calculator device 101 of this embodiment, a central processing unit (CPU) 15 is arranged in a housing (box) 10 . The calculator device 101 of this embodiment also includes a storage device 31 connected to the central processing unit 15 . The storage device 31 of this embodiment is a non-volatile storage element, and a preferred example is a flash memory card (SD card or SD memory card). The housing 10 of the present embodiment is provided with an insertion slot 25 for a storage device 31 (flash memory card (SD card)). In another configuration of this embodiment, the nonvolatile storage device (flash memory card) 31 may be a USB memory stick. In addition, the memory device 31 may be of a type mounted on a circuit board (particularly, a semiconductor device) instead of the memory device 31 that is inserted.

The calculator device 101 is provided with an input unit 63 for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations. The input unit 63 is provided with calculation input buttons 62 for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations, and prize selection buttons 69 corresponding to the types of prizes. The prize selection buttons 69 are a plurality of buttons corresponding to the types of prizes (for example, four (4 types) prize selection buttons). A prize selection button and a 100-yen prize selection button. Other examples are a 10,000-yen premium selection button, a 1,000-yen premium selection button, a 500-yen premium selection button, and a 100-yen premium selection button. Five prize selection buttons may be used, for example, a ¥5,000 prize selection button, a ¥2,000 prize selection button, a ¥1,000 prize selection button, a ¥500 prize selection button, and a ¥100 prize selection button. Depending on the case, a combination of three types of prize selection buttons may be used, or a combination of five or more types of prize selection buttons may be used. Also, a prize selection button of less than 100 yen may be provided. Also, the numerical values of the prize selection buttons 69 can be configured to be integers and can be arbitrarily assigned.

The prize selection button 69 of this embodiment is a wide key to prevent erroneous input. Specifically, the prize selection button 69 has a dimension ratio of 1 in height and 2 in width or more (for example, 1 in height: 2 in width, 1 in height: 3 in width, etc.). The dimensional ratio of the wide keys forming the prize selection button 69 is an example, and may be, for example, 1:1.5. If the purpose of preventing erroneous input is not required, the wide keys may not be used (for example, 1 vertical:1 horizontal), and similar to the calculation input button 62 may be used.

Further, the housing 10 of the present embodiment can be provided with a cash dispensing terminal 22 for connecting to a cash dispensing machine (for example, the banknote dispensing device 70 and the coin dispensing device 80 shown in FIG. 6). In this configuration, by connecting the cash dispenser 70 (or 80) to the cash dispenser 70 (or 80) using a cable (or wirelessly) to the cash dispensing terminal 22 of the calculator 101, money can be paid by operating (inputting) the calculator 101. Payment can be made.

The housing 10 of this embodiment is provided with a power terminal 23 for connecting a power supply 30 for driving the calculator device 101 . In the configuration of the present embodiment, external power is supplied, but a battery-driven configuration (for example, a lithium ion battery, a dry battery, or a solar battery) may be used, and a power supply and a battery may be used together. may be configured.

Further, a terminal (especially, a video terminal) 29 may be provided on the housing 10 of the present embodiment to be connected to a display 65 (for example, the one shown in FIG. 6). It should be noted that the display (display device) 65 may be provided in the housing 10 so as to be integrated with the display.

Furthermore, the calculator device 101 of this embodiment can be configured to be connectable to a printer, and in that configuration, the central processing unit (CPU) 15 can be configured to have a total printing function. . Further, a printer may be provided in the housing 10 to form a printer-integrated configuration.

In addition, the calculator device 101 of this embodiment can be configured to be connectable to a LAN. In the configuration of this embodiment, the housing 10 is provided with a LAN terminal 26, and has a function of outputting the processed data processed by the central processing unit 15 to an external communication network line through the LAN terminal 26. can be demonstrated.

A USB terminal 27 is provided in the housing 10 of the present embodiment. If the printer can be connected via USB, the calculator device 101 can be connected to the printer via the USB terminal 27 . By inserting a USB memory as the USB device 32, data can be recorded in the USB memory (or a data program can be uploaded). In addition, by inserting a USB cable as the USB element 32 into the USB terminal 27, the calculator device 101 can be configured to be connected to an information processing terminal (for example, a personal computer (PC), a tablet terminal, a smartphone, etc.). can.

The calculator device 101 (especially the central processing unit 15) of this embodiment is
(a) a function of adding input data that has been input;
(b) a function of dividing the added input data into data based on a predetermined rule;
(c) a function of transmitting divided data to a storage device for recording; Here, the predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes (for example, 5000 yen prize x 1000). The calculator device 101 (particularly, the central processing unit 15) may further have a function of (d) dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes based on additional predetermined rules. . Here, the additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the amount of money data corresponding to the type and number of prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the amount is further divided so that the amount is less than a predetermined amount.

Next, how to use the calculator device 101 of this embodiment will be described. Here, a user (a person who wants to exchange a special prize for money) brings a special prize (for example, 5000 yen prizes x 3) to the exchange, and uses the calculator device 101 to calculate the amount. Specifically, the 5,000 yen prize selection button 69 (specifying the prize type) is pressed, and the multiplication of 3 (specifying the number) is pressed. Then, money data of 15000 yen in total is calculated. In the configuration in which the calculator device 101 is connected to the cash dispensing machine 70 (or 80), the central processing unit 15 in the calculator device 101 calculates the amount of money calculated by the function (function (a)) of adding the inputted input data. Issue a command to dispense banknotes (and/or coins ) corresponding to the data (here, 15000 yen) with the cash dispenser 70 (or 80) (or the cash dispenser 70 (or 80) Data (here, 15000 yen) is received and payout processing is executed). In addition, in a configuration in which the calculator device 101 is not connected to the cash dispensing machine 70 (or 80), the amount data (here, 15,000 yen) calculated by the function of adding the input data (function (a)) is calculated. A banknote (and/or coin ) equivalent to .

In the calculator device 101 of the present embodiment, instead of recording the amount data (here, 15,000 yen) calculated by the function of adding the input data (function (a)), the added input data is divided based on a predetermined rule (function (b)), n×1, n×1, n×1 (for example, 5000 yen prize data × 1 piece, 5000 yen prize data × 1 piece, 5000 yen prize data x 1 piece) data (divided data), and recorded in the storage device 31 (SD card) by function (c). In the present embodiment, the divided data (5,000 yen prize data x 1, 5,000 yen prize data x 1, 5,000 yen premium data x 1) is converted into a CSV file format ((Comma Separated Value file format) and stored. It is recorded in the device 31 (SD card).The storage device 31 is not limited to being present in the cash management device 100, and may be one existing on the Internet (a storage device on the cloud). , the divided data is preferably recorded (saved) in association with time data (for example, “2021/12/10 11:31”).

Then, for example, a certain prize exchange office treats special prizes of 10,000 yen or more (for example, special prizes of 10,000 yen and 30,000 yen) with caution (or prohibits handling) because they are expensive prizes. (Conversely, when there is no error if the amount is 9999 yen or less), if the calculator device 101 of this embodiment is interposed according to the operation of the prize exchange, the handling will be stopped. When the user is bothered by the above, it is possible to provide a function that can execute a process of further dividing so as to process a special prize within a range that does not stop handling (here, a special prize of 5000 yen, for example). . In addition, when such further division processing is performed, a mechanism (specifically, a mechanism executed by the central processing unit 15) that can perform a mark and processing that indicates that the further division processing has been performed It is also possible to change the program to be used to such specifications).

Furthermore, the calculator device 101 of the present embodiment can be used as a prize management device, especially when summing up the daily prizes in a small-scale prize exchange. First, put the cumulative data calculated and tabulated by another device into the calculator device 101 (specifically, through the storage device (SD card) 31, the LAN terminal 26, and the USB terminal 27), and then the central processing unit 15 , the function (function (b)) for dividing the data is performed. Alternatively, data input processing is performed using the input unit 63 of the calculator device 101 (calculation input button 62 for inputting numbers and four arithmetic operations, prize selection button 69 corresponding to the type of prize) (using function (a)). , in the central processing unit 15, processing is performed by the function (function (b)) for dividing the data. For example, on December 10, 2021, if 1100 prizes 1 (5000 yen prizes) are exchanged and 525 prizes 2 (2000 yen prizes) are exchanged, the following division processing (function b) and recording processing (function c). The description will be continued below.

First, as a premise, if 1,100 prizes of 5,500,000 yen are recorded for prize 1 (5,000 yen prize), verification later becomes difficult. 1100) are processed as if they were exchanged separately (function a, function b). Here, since the calculations were made by a different device and totaled, the exact time of each exchange is not known. Since the purpose is to record individual prizes (without grouping them together), a temporary time is used as a marker (mark, record mark).

As a specific process, 1100 prizes 1 (5000 yen prize) are processed as follows.
2021/12/10 11:30 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:31 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:32 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:34 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
(repeat below)
2021/12/10 **:** Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 In this way, the marker recording time is shifted by 1 minute to record the exchange of each prize. The time of the last "2021/12/10 **:**" is 1100 minutes after 2021/12/10 11:30 (equivalent to 1100 pieces).

Similarly, 525 prizes 1 (2000 yen prize) are processed as follows. As a premise, if the prize 2 (2,000 yen prize) is recorded for 525 pieces of 1,050,000 yen, it becomes difficult to verify later. individual) are processed as if they were exchanged separately (function a, function b). Specifically, 525 prizes 2 (2000 yen prizes) are processed as follows.
2021/12/10 11:30 Prize 2 (2000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:31 Prize 2 (2000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:32 Prize 2 (2000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:34 Prize 2 (2000 yen prize) 1 piece
(repeat below)
2021/12/10 **:** Prize 2 (2000 yen prize) 1 In this way, the marker recording time is shifted by 1 minute to record the exchange of each prize. The time of the last "2021/12/10 **:**" is 525 minutes after 2021/12/10 11:30 (equivalent to 525).

By performing such processing and recording, one prize can be treated as being exchanged once, and 1100 prizes 1 (5000 yen prizes) can be exchanged once a day. Compared to the record of 5.5 million yen in , and the record of 525 1.05 million yen in prize 2 (2,000 yen prize), it is possible to manage the prize accurately and to tamper with it later. becomes very difficult, and the reliability of the record can be improved. Also, by using the time as a marker, there is no need to introduce a special marker (mark), so program processing is easy. Furthermore, if a special (unique) marker were introduced and managed, it would be difficult to find evidence of tampering. Tampering can be detected (easily) and both precise and intuitive management can be achieved.

Although the above marker recording time is shifted by one minute, the present invention is not limited to this, and each piece of divided data may be linked to continuous time data. Here, the continuous time data is not limited to every one minute. Even if it is not (every second), for example, every 5 minutes, every 10 minutes, every 15 minutes (or every 5 seconds, every 10 seconds, 15 seconds, every 30 seconds). You may link to the time. Anyone can easily (easily) find tampering when linking data divided into such continuous time points in the same way as when linking time data (marker recording time) that increases every minute. Both accurate management and intuitive management can be realized. In addition, the process of linking to time data may be linked to time data corresponding to the time when the prize was exchanged. In this case, the intuitive understanding of management accuracy is slightly inferior to management of time markers, but there is the advantage that the actual prize exchange time can be recorded.

Next, the prize management method of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8 is a flowchart for explaining the prize management method of this embodiment.

First, daily prizes at a prize exchange (especially a small-scale prize exchange) are totaled (step S100). The calculation here may be performed using the calculator device 101 shown in FIG. 7, or may be calculated using another calculator (or spreadsheet software, etc.). When the prize calculator 101 is used, even if the prize calculator 101 has a configuration that cannot be connected to a cash dispensing machine (for example, the banknote dispensing device 70 and the coin dispensing device 80 shown in FIG. 6). good.

Next, the aggregated data (daily prize data) is input to the calculator device 101 (step S210). When the aggregated data has already been calculated, the data is uploaded (output) to the calculator device 101 . When calculating the aggregated data (daily prize data) with the calculator device 101, the calculator device 101 puts the daily prize numbers (type and number of prizes) into the calculator device 101 and calculates the aggregated data. Input to the calculator device 101 .

Next, using the calculator device 101, the data is divided into data according to the type and number of prizes (step S220). Subsequently, the divided data are linked to the time data (step S240). Examples of the divided data and the divided data linked to the time data are as described above. The data division step (S220) and the time data linking step (S240) may be performed in one step. Further, the data dividing step (S220) is executed by the calculator device 101, and the divided data is output to another information processing device (for example, a personal computer (PC), a tablet terminal, etc.), and the time data is displayed on that device. It is also possible to perform a linking step (S240).

After that, the synthesized data linked to the time data in the data linking step (S240) is output (step S300). The output step (S300) can output the combined data to a storage device (SD card, USB memory). Also, the synthesized data may be output to a printer or may be output on the Internet.

In addition, for example, if a certain prize exchange place treats a special prize of 10,000 yen or more (for example, a special prize of 10,000 yen or 30,000 yen) as an expensive prize, it may be treated with caution (or prohibited from handling). (Conversely, when it is possible to operate if the amount is 9999 yen or less (when there is no error)), the calculator device 101 of the present embodiment is counted as the management device for the above-mentioned total for one day. , the function of further division (function d) may be used. For example, when two prizes 3 (10,000 yen prize) and one prize 4 (30,000 yen prize) are exchanged in one day, division processing (function b) and recording processing (function c) are performed. A process using a further division process (function d) may be executed. Here, an example is shown in which a prize of 5,000 yen is processed as the upper limit.
<Example of processing for two prizes 3 (10,000 yen prize)>
2021/12/10 22:30 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 22:31 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 22:32 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 22:34 Prize 1 (5,000 yen prize) 1 <Example of processing for 1 prize 4 (30,000 yen prize)>
2021/12/10 23:30 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 23:31 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 23:32 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 23:34 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 23:35 Prize 1 (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 23:36 Prize 1 (5,000 yen prize) 1 Here, the opening time is until 22:00, and the time marker for the processing of Prize 3 (10,000 yen prize) is from 22:30 after the opening time. is used as Then, the time from 23:30 after the store opening time is used as a time marker for processing the prize 4 (30,000 yen prize). In addition, by converting Premium 1 to "Premium 1*" (or "Premium 1**"),
2021/12/10 11:30 Prize 1 * (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:31 Prize 1 * (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:32 Prize 1 * (5000 yen prize) 1 piece
2021/12/10 11:34 Prize 1* (5000 yen prize) You can execute processing like one. Note that the above processing is an example, and a person skilled in the art can create any number of appropriate methods for processing special prizes of 10,000 yen or more (for example, special prizes of 10,000 yen and 30,000 yen). You can, but I'll stick with the example above for brevity. Further, these data (CSV file data, for example) are output to the storage device 31 (SD card, USB memory, etc.) for recording. It can be uploaded to a communication circuit (Internet) through a LAN.

Further, in the above example, the processing of special prizes of 10,000 yen or more (e.g., special prizes of 10,000 yen and 30,000 yen) is performed with a prize of 5,000 yen as the upper limit. It does not matter if the replaced processing is performed. Further, in order to set the upper limit of the prize to 5000 yen, the prize selection button 69 (specify the prize type) may be pressed to perform the process of specifying the upper limit prize. Similarly, in order to perform processing with a prize of 2000 yen as the upper limit, the prize selection button 69 (specification of prize type) may be pressed to perform processing for specifying the upper limit prize (2000 yen).

According to the calculator device (prize calculator) 101 of the present embodiment, the central processing unit 15 has the function (a) of adding input data that has been input, and a predetermined rule (according to the type and number of prizes) It has a function (b) for creating divided data based on a specification rule for data division) and a function (c) for transmitting the divided data to a storage device for recording. Therefore, it is possible to provide a calculator device (prize calculator) 101 capable of managing each prize used in amusement arcades. In addition, since the central processing unit 15 has a function of linking the divided data to the time data, the prizes can be managed accurately without introducing a special marker. In addition, it becomes very difficult to tamper with later, and the reliability as a record can be improved. As a result, both accurate management and intuitive management can be realized in the management of prizes at the exchange.

Further, according to the prize management method of the present embodiment, the prizes are totaled and entered into the calculator device, then divided into data according to the type and number of prizes, and then the divided data are converted into time data. to be linked to. Therefore, the prize can be managed accurately without introducing a special marker (mark), and it becomes extremely difficult to tamper with it later, and the reliability of the record can be improved. . As a result, both accurate management and intuitive management can be realized in the management of prizes at the exchange.

Next, FIGS. 9 and 10(a) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of the configuration of the calculator device (prize calculator) 101 of this embodiment. FIG. 9 is a perspective view schematically showing the configuration of the calculator device (prize calculator) 101. As shown in FIG. 10A and 10B are a top view and a side view, respectively, schematically showing the configuration of the calculator device (prize calculator) 101. FIG.

Although it is only an example, in FIG. 10A, the total width W1 is 170 mm (±10 mm), the width W2 from the right end of the prize calculator 101 to the right end of the prize selection button (wide button) 69 is 116 mm (±10 mm), and the display A distance D between the center of 65 and the center of input portion 63 is 125 mm (±10 mm). In FIG. 10(b), the height H is 114 mm (±10 mm), the length 1 is 290 mm (±10 mm), and the length 2 is 269.69 mm (±10 mm). Note that the configuration/structure of the calculator device (prize calculator) 101 of the embodiment is not limited to the illustrated one, and it is possible to design/select a suitable one as appropriate. Note that the calculator device (prize calculator) 101 of the present embodiment may be provided with a function of calculating a commission (for example, a commission of 1% (or 2% or 3%) of the money) generated at the exchange. .

Although the present invention has been described in terms of preferred embodiments, such description is not intended to be limiting, and various modifications are of course possible. Further, although the entire exchange management apparatus 100 or the calculator apparatus 101 of the present embodiment has been described, the single program (conversion management program) according to the present embodiment is specifically the program itself or a record storing the program. Media, downloadable program products can also be commercialized as intellectual property. Further, any element of the real estate exchange management device 100 (or other disclosed device) that is applicable to the calculator device 101 may do so. Conversely, elements of calculator device 101 that are applicable to exchange management device 100 (or other disclosed devices) may do so.

In the configuration of the present embodiment, specific calculation programs (or processing programs such as calculation and linking), output/input programs for recording devices/input/output devices, and their peripheral technologies are Since it is not the main item of the embodiment, it is omitted for the purpose of simplifying the understanding of the technical content. These technologies can be implemented/operated (implemented) based on common technical knowledge in the information processing field or the information communication field.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a calculator device (prize calculator) capable of managing prizes used in amusement arcades.

10 housing (box)
15 central processing unit (CPU)
20 power switch 22 payout terminal 23 power terminal 25 flash memory card slot 26 LAN terminal 27 USB terminal (USB connector)
30 power supply 31 storage device (flash memory card, SD card)
32 USB device (USB memory)
50 prize reading computer 51 housing 52 input unit 53 display unit 55 prize reading determination unit 60 terminal operation device (prize calculator)
61 housing 62 input unit 65 display (display device)
70 bill payout device 80 coin payout device 90 cash payout system 100 cash management device 101 calculator device (prize calculator)

Claims (15)

A calculator device for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades,
The calculator device is
an input unit for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations;
a housing containing a central processing unit;
a storage device connected to the central processing unit;
The central processing unit is
a function of adding input data that has been input;
a function of dividing the added input data into data based on a predetermined rule;
A function of transmitting and recording the divided data to the storage device,
The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes,
The central processing unit has a function of linking the divided data with time data ,
The calculator device, wherein the function of linking to the time data is to link each of the divided data to continuous time data with a predetermined regularity. The central processing unit further has a function of dividing into data according to the type and number of the prizes based on additional predetermined rules,
2. The method according to claim 1, wherein said additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data according to the type and number of said prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, further divides the prize so that the amount is less than said predetermined amount. calculator device. A calculator device for calculating prizes used in amusement arcades,
The calculator device is
an input unit for inputting numbers and arithmetic operations;
a housing containing a central processing unit;
a storage device connected to the central processing unit;
and
The central processing unit is
a function of adding input data that has been input;
a function of dividing the added input data into data based on a predetermined rule;
a function of transmitting and recording the divided data to the storage device;
with
The predetermined rule is a specification for dividing into data according to the type and number of prizes,
The central processing unit has a function of linking the divided data with time data,
The central processing unit further has a function of dividing into data according to the type and number of the prizes based on additional predetermined rules,
The calculator device , wherein the additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data corresponding to the type and number of the prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, further divides the prize so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount. 4. The calculator device according to claim 3 , wherein the function of linking to the time data is to link to the time data corresponding to the time when the prize was exchanged. The input unit includes a prize selection button corresponding to the type of the prize,
The housing is provided with a cash dispensing terminal connected to the cash dispensing machine,
5. The calculator device according to any one of claims 1 to 4 , wherein said housing is provided with a display unit. The premium selection buttons are a 5,000-yen premium selection button, a 2,000-yen premium selection button, a 500-yen premium selection button, and a 100-yen premium selection button,
6. The calculator device according to claim 5 , wherein said prize selection button has a width button shape. 5. The calculator device according to claim 1 , wherein said calculator device is connectable to a printer and has a total printing function. The storage device is a flash memory card,
The housing is provided with an insertion slot for the flash memory card,
Furthermore, the housing is provided with a LAN terminal,
5. The calculator device according to claim 1, wherein said calculator device has a function capable of outputting processed data processed by said central processing unit to an external communication network line through said LAN terminal. calculator device. A prize management method for managing prizes used in a game hall, comprising:
a process of tallying prizes;
a step of inputting the aggregated data into a calculator device;
a step of dividing into data according to the types and numbers of the prizes;
and linking the divided data to time data ,
A prize management method, wherein in the step of linking to the time data, each of the divided data is linked to continuous time data with a predetermined regularity . A prize management method for managing prizes used in a game hall, comprising:
a process of tallying prizes;
a step of inputting the aggregated data into a calculator device;
a step of dividing into data according to the types and numbers of the prizes;
and linking the divided data to time data ,
The calculator device has a central processing unit, and the central processing unit further has a function of dividing data according to the type and number of the prizes based on additional predetermined rules. cage,
The premium management method, wherein the additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data corresponding to the type and number of the premiums is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the amount is further divided so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount. 11. The prize management method according to claim 10, wherein in the step of associating with the time data, a process of linking to time data corresponding to a time when the prize was exchanged is executed. 12. The prize management method according to any one of claims 9 to 11, further comprising outputting data linked to the time data. A prize exchange management program used in amusement arcades,
The money exchange management program has a function of linking money data divided according to the type and number of prizes to time data in a calculator device equipped with a central processing unit,
The money conversion management program, wherein the function of linking to the time data is to link each of the divided money data to continuous time data with a predetermined regularity. A prize exchange management program used in amusement arcades,
The money exchange management program has a function of linking money data divided according to the type and number of prizes to time data in a calculator device equipped with a central processing unit,
The central processing unit further has a function of dividing into data according to the type and number of the prizes based on additional predetermined rules,
The cash conversion management program, wherein the additional predetermined rule is a specification that, when the money data corresponding to the type and number of the prizes is equal to or greater than a predetermined amount, the amount is further divided so that the amount is less than the predetermined amount. 15. The cash exchange management program according to claim 14, wherein the function of linking to the time data performs a process of linking to time data corresponding to the time when the prize was exchanged.

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