JP7274946B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

Conventionally, as this type of gaming machine, a lottery for a jackpot is performed when a game ball enters a starting winning port provided in the game area, and when the jackpot is won by this lottery, the player is provided in the game area. It is known to execute a special game in which a special prize opening is opened. In such a gaming machine, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) are paid out based on the entry of game balls into the starting winning hole or the big winning hole, and during the special game, the big winning hole is opened. It is opened a plurality of times, and many game balls can be obtained by entering the game balls into the big winning opening during this opening.
In such a gaming machine, for example, when power is turned off due to an unexpected power outage, it is common to back up the RAM storing various data relating to the progress of the game. However, there is a risk that this backup will fail, or that the RAM will malfunction when the power is turned back on after power failure. When these situations occur, the progress of the game is seriously affected. Therefore, the game ball is controlled to be unable to be shot, and the game is put into a game impossible state in which the game does not progress.
In addition, in recent years, as the above-mentioned gaming machine, in order to differentiate the degree of advantage for the player, it is possible to set one of a plurality of stages of setting values that are determined so that the above-mentioned jackpot lottery probability is different. is also known (see Patent Document 1). In such a game machine, there is a risk that the above set values may be rewritten to abnormal values that exceed the settable range due to noise or the like. Since the game cannot be progressed, the game is disabled in the same manner as described above.
Furthermore, in game machines that allow setting values to be set, a game is disabled even while processing related to setting values, such as changing (setting) or confirming setting values, is being executed. .

JP 2017-109082 A

In the above-described gaming machine, in order to increase the interest of the player, effects such as displaying various images on a predetermined display unit such as a liquid crystal display device and displacing (moving) the movable body as the game progresses. is commonly performed. Further, during the game disabled state, a predetermined display section displays various displays to the effect that the game is in the disabled state.
Here, for example, when the game is disabled, if there is a movable body in a position that covers various displays performed on a predetermined display unit, the display cannot be viewed Unexpectedly. An incident could occur.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing an unexpected situation from occurring due to a control state in which a game does not progress.

In order to achieve the above objects, the present invention is configured as follows.
(1) The present invention comprises a movable body, control means for controlling the displacement of the movable body , and payout means for putting out game balls based on establishment of a predetermined payout condition, wherein the movable body is: A gaming machine capable of being displaced between a first position and a second position and being capable of entering a game-enabled state in which a game can be progressed or a game-disabled state in which a game cannot be progressed, wherein the control The means is capable of executing control for displacing the movable body to the first position in the game-disabled state, and performing a specific process of displacing the movable body in a predetermined manner when the game-enabled state is entered. and when the movable body enters the playable state while being displaced to the first position in the game disabled state, the movable body is displaced to the first position. After that, the specific process can be executed, and when a specific error occurs among the errors that can occur based on the establishment of a predetermined occurrence condition, control to stop the payout of game balls is executed. However, when an error different from the specific error occurs, the control for stopping the payout of game balls is not executed.

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the movable body can be displaced (moved) when the game is in a non-playable state in which the progress of the game is disabled, the position of the movable body when the game is in the non-playable state is determined. Accordingly, for example, it is possible to prevent a situation in which viewing of various displays on a predetermined display section is obstructed.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing an unforeseen situation from occurring due to a control state in which the game does not progress.

1 is an external perspective view of a pachinko machine; FIG. 1 is an external perspective view of a pachinko machine with a front door opened; FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of a game board of a pachinko machine; FIG. It is a schematic diagram of the back side of the pachinko machine. 1 is an external perspective view of a main control board of a pachinko machine; FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of a pachinko machine; FIG. It is explanatory drawing of the jackpot determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a winning symbol random number determination table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach group determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach mode determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach mode determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the variation pattern lottery table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the fluctuation time determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the special electric accessary product operation table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a game state setting table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the hit determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a normal symbol variation pattern determination table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the 2nd start prize-winning opening control table of a pachinko machine. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram relating to a control state that is set when the pachinko machine recovers from power failure; FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram relating to a control state that is set when the pachinko machine recovers from power failure; It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the power interruption evacuation processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the main process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of a power-off recovery time process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the timer interrupt processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the process at the time of sensor detection in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the process at the time of gate detection in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of the first start winning opening detection processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing the outline of the second start winning opening detection processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of the process when the main control board of the pachinko machine detects a large winning opening. It is a flow chart showing an outline of processing when a general winning opening is detected in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart showing an outline of special figure-related control processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of special symbol variation start processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the jackpot lottery process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing the outline of the variation effect pattern determination processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of special symbol variation stop processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the post-stop processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of a special game control process in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart showing an outline of special game end processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the normal figure related control processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol variation start processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol lottery processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol variation stop processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol stop post-processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the movable piece control processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the solenoid control process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the setting related process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the payout power interruption retreat processing in the launch payout control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the payout main process in the launch payout control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the process at the time of payout power failure recovery in the launch payout control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of payout timer interrupt processing in the launch payout control board of the pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the information display screen of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the main process in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the timer interrupt processing in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the setting confirmation state command reception process in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the specific command reception process in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
(External configuration of pachinko machine P)
The gaming machine according to this embodiment is a pachinko machine P that uses game balls as game media. Although not shown in particular, in a game hall where pachinko machines P are installed, a plurality of pachinko machines P are arranged side by side in a game machine installation area called an island, and a game for renting out game balls is provided. A ball lending device is installed adjacent to each pachinko machine P. Each pachinko machine P is connected to a corresponding game ball lending device R.
The game ball lending device R is capable of inserting a storage medium (card) in which value information necessary for inserting banknotes and lending game balls is stored. After inserting banknotes (or inserting a card) into the game ball lending device R, by performing a predetermined operation on the pachinko machine P, it is possible to receive game balls from the game ball lending device R. It is possible.

The pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1 or FIG. A body frame 2 which is a rectangular frame body attached to the machine frame 1 so as to be openable and closable by means of a hinge mechanism (not particularly shown), and which has a hollow portion (not particularly shown), and the body frame. A front door 3 is attached to the door 2 by a hinge mechanism (not particularly shown) so that it can be opened and closed, and has an opening (not particularly shown) formed in the front.

A speaker serving as an audio output device 10 is provided at the lower left portion of the machine frame 1, as shown in FIG. A game board 11 for forming a game area 12 is accommodated in the hollow portion of the body frame 2 . The front door 3 also has a transparent plate 4 covering the opening, an upper plate 6 and a receiving tray 7 positioned below the transparent plate 4 and capable of receiving game balls, and attached to the right of the receiving tray 7 for receiving game balls. An operation handle 5 for performing a shooting operation, and a speaker as an audio output device 10 attached one each to the upper left and right sides of the transparent plate 4 are provided.
In addition, as shown in FIG. 1, a front door effect lamp DL is provided on the outer periphery of the front door 3 to produce effects by emitting light in various colors and light emission patterns. is provided with a state notification lamp EL that emits light in various colors to notify various states caused by the establishment of predetermined conditions. Both the front door effect lamp DL and the status notification lamp EL are composed of LEDs capable of emitting light in a plurality of colors.

In this pachinko machine P, when the body frame 2 is closed with respect to the machine frame 1 and the front door 3 is closed, the transparent plate 4 is positioned in front of the game board 11 with a gap therebetween. As a result, the game board 11 positioned behind can be viewed through the transparent plate 4 .

In addition, game balls rented by the game ball renting device R and prize balls paid out from the pachinko machine P are led to the upper plate 6.例文帳に追加The upper tray 6 can receive a predetermined amount of game balls, and when the upper tray 6 is filled with the game balls, the game balls to be lent or put out after that are guided to the receiving tray 7. It's like Also, although not shown, the bottom surface of the tray 7 is provided with a discharge hole for discharging the stored game balls and an opening/closing plate capable of opening and closing the discharge hole. In the normal state, the discharge hole is closed by the opening and closing plate, but by moving the opening and closing lever 8 (see FIG. 1) attached integrally with the opening and closing plate in the lateral direction, the opening and closing plate also moves in the same direction, and the discharge hole is discharged. A hole is opened. Thereby, the game ball can be dropped from the discharge hole and discharged to the outside of the receiving tray 7. - 特許庁

Further, the operating handle 5 is formed so that the player can rotate it in a predetermined direction. Then, when the player rotates the operating handle 5, the game balls received in the upper tray 6 are sent to a shooting device (not particularly shown), and are fired at an intensity corresponding to the rotation angle of the operating handle 5. A game ball is shot toward a game area 12 by a shooting device. The game balls shot in this manner are guided by a pair of rails 13 a and 13 b fixed to the game board 11 and rise to reach the game area 12 .

Here, the game area 12 is fixed to the game board 11 in the space formed between the game board 11 and the transparent plate 4 when the main body frame 2 and the front door 3 are closed with respect to the machine frame 1. It is a substantially circular portion partitioned by a pair of rails 13a and 13b, and is an area in which game balls can flow down.
As shown in FIG. 3, the game areas 12 are a first game area 12a on the left side as seen from the player facing the pachinko machine P, and an area on the right side as seen from the player facing the pachinko machine P. and the second game area 12b. These two game areas 12 are different in the possibility of game ball entry depending on the firing intensity of the launcher. Specifically, when the firing strength of the firing device is less than a predetermined strength (strength to the extent that the game ball fired by the firing device does not reach the highest point of the game area 12), the game ball is placed in the first game area Enter 12a. On the other hand, when the shooting intensity of the shooting device is equal to or higher than a predetermined intensity (strength that allows the game ball shot by the shooting device to reach the highest point in the game area 12), the game ball is sent to the second game area 12b. enter the

Also, in the game area 12, as shown in FIG. 3, there are a windmill and a large number of nails for making the flowing direction of game balls irregular, a general winning hole 14 into which game balls can enter, and a starter. A first starting prize winning port 15 and a second starting winning prize port 16 as areas, a gate 20 through which game balls can pass, an attacker device 17 that operates when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and guides game balls out of the game area 12. An out port 19, an effect display device 21 and a character object effect device YS are provided as effect devices that perform effects as the game progresses.

The general winning opening 14 is provided in the lower left part of the game area 12, as shown in FIG. When game balls enter the general winning hole 14, a predetermined number (five in this embodiment) of prize balls are paid out. The number and position of the general prize winning openings 14 are not particularly limited.

The first starting prize winning port 15 is provided at a position slightly lower than the center of the game area 12, as shown in FIG. A game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can enter the first start winning opening 15, and a game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can hardly enter. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3, the second start winning opening 16 is provided at a position to the right of the center of the game area 12 (that is, inside the second game area 12b). A game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can enter the second start winning opening 16, and a game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can hardly enter.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the second starting prize-winning port 16 is provided with a movable piece 16b (ordinary electric accessory) which is a movable body controlled by the main control board 100 described later and which can be opened and closed to the left and right. ing. Then, when the movable piece 16b is closed, the second starting prize winning port 16 is in a closed state, and it is impossible or difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting winning prize port 16.例文帳に追加On the other hand, when the movable piece 16b is opened, the second start winning opening 16 is opened, and the movable piece 16b functions as a guide member for guiding the game ball toward the second starting winning opening 16. As a result, the entry of the game ball into the second start winning hole 16 is facilitated.
In addition, when the movable piece 16b is closed (when it is in a position to close the second start winning opening 16) and when it is open (when it is in a position to open the second starting winning opening 16) In any of the above, it does not overlap with the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, which will be described later (the display section 21a is not obstructed). In other words, when the movable piece 16b is at any position within the movable range (the range from the position where the second start prize winning port 16 is closed to the position where the second start prize winning port 16 is opened) Also, the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21 does not overlap.
In addition, the configuration of the movable piece 16b is not particularly limited. , a lid member that rotates back and forth about a horizontal axis to open and close the second start-up prize-winning port 16, or slides up and down to open and close the second start-up prize-winning port 16. A shutter member may be used.
In addition, the installation position of the first start prize winning port 15 and the second start prize winning port 16 is not particularly limited. The game balls flowing down the first game area 12a and the second game area 12b) may be arranged at positions where they can easily enter.

Then, when the game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out, and a jackpot lottery is performed, and among a plurality of predetermined special symbols. Any one special symbol is determined from. Each special symbol is associated with whether or not a special game advantageous to the player can be executed, a game state set after the special game is finished, and the like, and depending on the type of special symbol determined, the special game is performed. A game profit such as execution can be received.
In addition, the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16 is not particularly limited as long as it is one or more, and any number can be used. good. In addition, the number of prize balls is the same between the starting winning port (second starting winning port 16) provided with the movable piece 16b and the starting winning port (first starting winning port 15) not provided with the movable piece 16b. , or may be different. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the first start prize winning port 15 is three, and the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the second start prize winning port 16 is The number of prize balls paid out is one.

The gate 20 is provided above the second starting prize opening 16, as shown in FIG. When the game ball passes through this gate 20, a lottery for normal symbols, which will be described later, is performed. Then, when the result of the lottery is a win, the movable piece 16b provided in the above-described second start winning opening 16 is opened for a predetermined time.

The attacker device 17 is provided below the second start winning opening 16, as shown in FIG. The attacker device 17 includes a large winning opening 18 into which a game ball can enter, and an opening/closing door 18b which is a movable body controlled by a main control board 100 to be described later and opens and closes the large winning opening 18. . The opening/closing door 18b can be displaced between an open position for opening the large winning opening 18 and a closed position for closing the large winning opening 18. - 特許庁
In the normal state, the opening/closing door 18b is positioned at the closed position (that is, the opening/closing door 18b is closed) and the big winning opening 18 is closed, so that the game ball cannot enter the big winning opening 18. Although it is possible, when the above-mentioned special game is executed, the opening and closing door 18b is positioned at the open position (that is, the opening and closing door 18b is opened), the big winning opening 18 is opened, and the opening and closing door 18b is opened. By functioning as a receiving tray member that guides the ball to the big winning opening 18, the game ball can enter the big winning opening 18.例文帳に追加
In addition, the opening/closing door 18b does not overlap with the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 described later (obstructing the visual recognition of the display section 21a) at both the closed position and the open position. no). In other words, the opening/closing door 18b does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 at any position within the movable range (the range from the closed position to the open position).
Also, when a game ball enters the big winning hole 18, a predetermined number of prize balls (15 in this embodiment) are paid out.
In addition, although not particularly shown, a large winning opening outlet is also provided in the large winning opening 18 for discharging the entered game ball to the outside of the large winning opening 18 (back side of the game board 11). ing.

Out port 19, as shown in FIG. It accepts game balls that did not enter the ball. The game balls received by the out port 19 are guided to the back side of the game board 11 and collected.

The effect display device 21 is provided substantially in the center of the game area 12, as shown in FIG. A liquid crystal display device is used as the effect display device 21 in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment. Further, the effect display device 21 is provided with a display section 21a for displaying images such as moving images and still images.

In the display unit 21a, in addition to displaying a background image corresponding to various game states, which will be described later, performance symbols (not shown in particular) are variably displayed, and a jackpot lottery, which will be described later, is performed according to the stopped display mode of each performance symbol. A variable production that notifies the result of is performed. During the variable production, in addition to the variable display of the production pattern, in order to increase the expectation of winning the jackpot, a notice production in which various images are displayed, a reach development production, etc. are also performed. In addition, when the holding memory described below is performed based on the entry of the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16, a holding image indicating that the holding storage has been performed is also displayed. It is designed to be
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the variable display of the performance symbols is mainly performed in the approximate center of the display unit 21a. As the image is displayed on substantially the entire surface of the display section 21a, the effect symbols are displayed in a variable manner at the upper right corner of the display section 21a.
In addition, the display of the pending image based on the entry of the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 is performed in the lower left part of the display unit 21a, and the holding image based on the entry of the gaming ball into the second starting winning opening 16 is displayed. is displayed in the lower right portion of the display section 21a.

Further, in the display unit 21a, when various errors described later occur, an error notification is performed to notify the occurrence of the error and the type of error that has occurred. An information display screen for displaying various types of information such as currently set setting values (to be described later), past setting values, and a history of errors that have occurred is displayed.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the error notification is performed at the central lower portion of the display section 21a. Further, the information display screen is displayed on substantially the entire surface of the display section 21a.

In addition, the position where the variable display of the production pattern on the display unit 21a is performed, the position where the pending image is displayed, the position where the error notification is performed, and the position where the information display screen is displayed are limited to the above contents. Instead, it can be in various positions.
Moreover, the effect display device 21 is not limited to a liquid crystal display device. For example, a drum-type display device or the like that uses a plurality of drums with patterns on the outer periphery to display various images may be used.

The role product production device YS is a movable body controlled by a main control board 100, which will be described later, and is a production device that performs production by moving in a predetermined manner. The accessory production device YS can be vertically displaced (moved) by a drive motor M within a range from an initial position corresponding to the upper center of the game area 12 to a movable position corresponding to substantially the center of the game area 12. It's becoming The character object production device YS normally stays at the initial position, and is displaced to the movable position at various timings (for example, when a predetermined production is executed).
Note that "displacement" and "movement" are synonymous, and "displacement" is also referred to as "movement" in this specification.

Here, as described above, the effect display device 21 is provided substantially in the center of the game area 12, and the character object effect device YS moves the front side of the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21 from the initial position to the movable position. It is designed to be displaced.
When the role product production device YS is at the initial position, the role product production device YS is positioned above the front side of the display unit 21a, and the role product production device YS and the display unit 21a do not overlap. Therefore, when the character object production device YS is at the initial position, the entire surface of the display section 21a can be viewed.
On the other hand, when the role product production device YS is in a position other than the initial position, the role product production device YS is positioned in front of the display unit 21a, and at least the combination of the role product production device YS and the display unit 21a Some overlap. Therefore, when the role product production device YS is at a position other than the initial position, the portion of the display section 21a where the role product production device YS overlaps cannot be visually recognized. For example, when the character product production device YS is at the movable position, the character product production device YS is positioned substantially in the center of the front side of the display section 21a, and substantially the center of the display section 21a cannot be visually recognized.
Then, when the variable display of the production pattern is performed substantially in the center of the display section 21a, or when the information display screen is displayed on substantially the entire surface of the display section 21a based on the setting of the setting confirmation state, for example, the role When the object production device YS is at the movable position, these displays are hidden behind the character object production device YS and cannot be visually recognized. On the other hand, when the error notification is performed at the lower center of the display unit 21a, or when the pending image is displayed at the lower left or lower right of the display unit 21a, for example, the performance device YS is moved to the movable position. Even if there is, these displays can be visually recognized without being hidden behind the performance device YS.
As described above, the performance device YS overlaps the display section 21a of the performance display device 21 when it is at a predetermined position (a position other than the initial position) within the movable range (the range from the initial position to the movable position). It has become.

In addition, at the front position of the upper tray 6, an effect operation device 9 is provided, which can be operated by the player to advance or switch effects that are executed during a game, waiting, or the like. The effect operation device 9 is composed of an operation dial 9a that can be rotated and an operation button 9b that can be pressed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, in the lower right part of the game board 11 and outside the game area 12, there is a first special symbol display device 30 as a device for displaying various situations regarding the game. , a second special symbol display device 31, a first special symbol reservation display device 38, a second special symbol reservation display device 39, a normal symbol display device 32 and a normal symbol reservation display device 33 are provided.

Further, as described above, the game ball lending device R is electrically connected to the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment. The pachinko machine P is designed to be accepted. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine P has a value information display device 35 that displays value information (balance information) stored in the card, a ball lending button 36 that can be pressed, and a button 36 that can be pressed. A card return button 37 is provided.

Also, on the back side of the game board 11, as shown in FIG. 4, a main control board 100 that stores set values, the control state of the pachinko machine P, etc., which will be described later, and controls the basic operation of the game of the pachinko machine P. is housed in a transparent box-shaped main control board case 150, and a launch payout control board 200 for controlling the launch of game balls and the payout of prize balls is housed in the transparent box-shaped launch payout control board case 250. The sub-control board 300 is installed in a housed state, and controls various effects. The sub-control board 300 is housed in a transparent box-shaped sub-control board case 350, and relays the operation to the game ball lending device R. The game ball lending control board 400 is attached in a state of being accommodated in a transparent box type game ball lending control board case 450 .

A power board 600 for supplying power to each board is provided on the back side of the game board 11 , and a power switch 650 is provided on the power board 600 .
The power switch 650 can be switched on or off. When the power switch 650 is turned on, power is supplied from the power board 600 to each board, and when the power switch 650 is turned off, power is supplied from the power board 600 to each board. will stop supplying power to the
In this specification, turning on the power switch 650 and supplying power is also referred to as “turning on the power”, and turning off the power switch 650 and stopping the supply of power is also referred to as “turning off the power”. It is also said to be turned off.

(Configuration of control means of pachinko machine P)
Next, control means for controlling the operation of the pachinko machine P will be described.
The control means described above comprises a main control board 100, a launch payout control board 200, a sub control board 300, a game ball rental control board 400 and a power supply board 600, as shown in FIG.
Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the main control board 100 is connected with the launch payout control board 200 and the sub control board 300, and the launch payout control board 200 is connected with the game ball lending control board 400. there is In addition, the main control board 100 and the launch payout control board 200 are provided with an external information terminal board for transmitting various signals (information) regarding the progress of the game to the outside of the pachinko machine P (for example, a hall computer in a game hall, etc.). 500 are connected. A power supply substrate 600 is connected to each substrate.

(Overview of main control board 100)
The main control board 100 stores the set values, the control state of the pachinko machine P, etc., and controls the game performed in the pachinko machine P, as described above. Specifically, a special game that is started when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16, and when the game ball passes through the gate 20 Controls the normal game to be started.

Here, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a plurality of stages from a set value 1 to a set value 6 are defined as the setting regarding the ball output, and the probability of winning a jackpot, which will be described later, differs depending on the set value. It's like For example, setting value 6 is set so that the probability of winning the jackpot is higher than setting value 1, and the higher the probability of winning the jackpot, the higher the possibility of winning a prize ball. is changed, the payout amount of prize balls assumed in the pachinko machine P is changed. In addition, a jackpot determination random number determination table 110 that defines the probability of winning a jackpot, which will be described later, is provided corresponding to each of the set values 1 to 6, and when the set value is changed, it is provided for each set value. The whole jackpot determination random number determination table 110 is changed.

Further, when the power is on, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment is in a playable state in which a game can be executed, a setting confirmation state in which set values can be confirmed, and a set value can be confirmed. It stays in one of four control states: a setting change state in which it is possible to change, and a game stop state in which it is impossible to execute a game, confirm or change a set value. Then, when the control state of the pachinko machine P is in the setting change state, the set value can be changed (switched) by performing a predetermined operation.
The storage and change of set values, the control state that is set when the power is turned on, and the like will be described in detail later.

As shown in FIG. 5, the main control board 100 in this embodiment is a rectangular plate-shaped board, and is a single-sided board (single-layer board) in which a wiring pattern is provided only on one side. Note that the main control board 100 may employ a double-sided board (two-layer board) in which wiring patterns are provided on both sides.

On the surface of the main control board 100, as shown in FIG. 5, a main CPU 101, a main ROM 102, and a main RAM 103 are integrated into a one-chip type main IC 104 and a plurality of other ICs, a main information display device 105, and a connector. 106, a setting switch 108, a RAM clear switch 109, and the like are provided.

The main CPU 101 is a device that performs various arithmetic processing. In addition, the main ROM 102 stores spec codes indicating specs of the pachinko machine P (types of high and low odds of winning a jackpot, method of determining the game state after the end of a special game, etc.), control programs necessary for the game, tables, etc. (described later). It is a device (Read Only Memory) having a storage area for storing a jackpot determination random number determination table 110, a winning symbol random number determination table 111, etc.). In addition, the main RAM 103 can store the aforementioned set values, the control state of the pachinko machine P, various data relating to the progress of the game, etc., and is also used for temporary storage of data during arithmetic processing by the main CPU 101. It is a device (Read Write Memory) having a readable and writable storage area.
The main CPU 101 reads control programs and tables stored in the main ROM 102 based on signals from various sensors and timers, which will be described later, and performs arithmetic processing. Based on the result of processing, processing such as transmission of commands to other boards (sub-control board 300, etc.) is performed.

Although not shown, the storage area of the main RAM 103 in this embodiment is roughly classified into a predetermined top address (for example, F00H (alphanumeric characters with "H" at the end are represented in hexadecimal notation. Hereinafter, ) to a predetermined final address (for example, F200H), and a specific starting address (for example, F300H) to a specific final address (for example, F400H) and an unused area.

In addition, although not shown in particular, four areas, namely, a first area, a second area, a third area, and a fourth area, are arranged in order from a predetermined leading address to a predetermined final address in the used area. ing.
The first area stores a setting value and a gaming machine state flag indicating a control state during stay (game enabled state, setting confirmation state, setting change state, game stop state). In addition, in the second area, a checksum of the main RAM 103 calculated when the power is turned off and a backup for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in the backup processing of the main RAM 103 performed when the power is turned off are stored. A flag is stored. In addition, in the third area, information such as error information that has occurred in the pachinko machine P is stored.
In addition, in the fourth area, various data related to the progress of the game (information on special symbols during fluctuation to be described later, launch position of game ball (game area 12 where game ball is launched), first special figure reservation number, second Special pattern holding number, probability variable number, time saving number, execution phase data showing the progress of the special pattern game, normal pattern holding number, normal pattern execution phase data showing the progress of the general pattern game, special symbols are not changing information to that effect, etc.) is stored. In addition, the data stored in the fourth area is not limited to these. For example, it is set so that a special variation pattern is determined when the number of variations after the special game ends reaches a specific number. In the pachinko machine P, information such as the above-described specific number of times may be stored.

In addition, in the non-use area, data such as the number of shot balls and the number of prize balls paid out after the start of the game in the initial state such as after shipment from the factory is stored. Specifically, the total number of prize balls (hereinafter referred to as the total number of prize balls ), the total number of prize balls based on the number of game balls entering the big prize hole 18 (hereinafter referred to as the special electric accessory total prize ball number), the first start prize hole 15, the second start prize hole 16, and the big prize The total number of prize balls based on the entry of game balls into the opening 18 (hereinafter referred to as the total number of prize balls for the role) and the like are stored.
In this non-use area, information related to the game such as the ball output rate, the special electric accessory ratio, and the accessory ratio is calculated based on the above-mentioned data such as the number of balls fired and the number of prize balls. ing.
Here, the ball output rate is the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the number of shot balls, and is a value calculated by the total number of prize balls/the number of shot balls. In addition, the special electric role product ratio is the ratio of the special electric role product total prize balls to the total number of prize balls, and is a value calculated by the special electric role product total prize balls/total prize balls. Also, the role ratio is the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the total number of prize balls, and is a value calculated by the total number of prize balls/total number of prize balls.

The data stored in the non-use area is not limited to these, and for example, the total number of winning balls based on the entry of game balls into the general winning opening 14 may be stored. .
Further, in this specification, the data such as the number of shot balls and the number of paid balls stored in the non-use area is also referred to as "game performance data". This information is also referred to as "game performance display information".

The main information display device 105 is a device for displaying various types of information, and is composed of four 7-segment displays with decimal points arranged side by side. The main information display device 105 in this embodiment does not incorporate a processing device such as a CPU that independently performs arithmetic processing on received data, and only performs display based on data received from the main IC 104 .
Specifically, the setting values stored in the use area (first area) of the main RAM 103 are displayed during the setting confirmation state and the setting change state. Further, during the playable state, the game performance display information stored in the non-use area of the main RAM 103 is displayed. Further, when the game is stopped or an error occurs in the pachinko machine P, a code indicating that fact is displayed.
Note that the main information display device 105 may be configured by a liquid crystal display, a dot matrix display, or the like, instead of the 7-segment display. If the main information display device 105 does not have a built-in device for independently processing the data received from the main IC 104, other devices may be built therein. A driver circuit or the like may be incorporated.

A plurality of connectors 106 are provided on the surface of the main control board 100 to connect various harnesses, cables, and the like.
The setting switch 108 is referred to for setting the control state (playable state, setting confirmation state, setting change state, game stop state) when the power is turned on. The setting switch 108 is provided with an operating portion (not particularly shown) having a keyhole, and can be rotated with a predetermined key inserted into the keyhole. In a normal state, the setting switch 108 is turned off, but when a rotating operation is performed, the setting switch 108 is turned on.
A RAM clear switch 109 is used to clear various data stored in the main RAM 103 and to change set values. The RAM clear switch 109 is provided with a push button 109a (see FIG. 5) that can be pushed. When the push button 109a is not pushed, the RAM clear switch 109 is off. However, when the push button 109a is pushed, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the power is turned on from off (recovered from a power failure), the control state that was in place before the power was turned off (immediately before the power failure occurred) and the power was turned on. ON or OFF of the setting switch 108, ON or OFF of the RAM clear switch 109, ON or OFF of the body frame open detection sensor 2a described later (that is, opening or closing of the body frame 2), power supply One of the control states is set according to whether or not an abnormality has occurred in the backup processing of the main RAM 103 which is performed at the time when is turned off, and whether or not an abnormality has occurred in the main RAM 103 .
By operating the push button 109a (the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on) in the setting change state, the setting value can be changed (switched). As described above, the setting values are stored in the use area of the main RAM 103, and when the setting values are changed, the setting values stored in the use area of the main RAM 103 are changed. becomes.

The devices and electronic components provided on the surface of the main control board 100 are not limited to those described above. A switch or the like for this purpose may be provided.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, both clearing of data stored in the main RAM 103 and change of setting values are performed by operating the RAM clear switch 109. It is not limited. For example, a setting change switch independent from the RAM clear switch 109 is provided, the RAM clear switch 109 is set to be used for clearing data stored in the main RAM 103, and the setting change switch is set to be used for changing set values. can be set to

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the main control board 100 includes a general winning hole detecting sensor 14a for detecting that a game ball has entered the general winning hole 14, and a game ball entering the first starting winning hole 15. A first start winning opening detection sensor 15a for detecting that a game ball has landed, a second starting winning opening detection sensor 16a for detecting that a game ball has entered the second starting winning opening 16, and a game ball to a big winning opening 18. A large winning opening detection sensor 18a that detects that the ball has entered, an out opening detection sensor 19a that detects that the game ball has been received into the out opening 19, and a gate that detects that the game ball has passed through the gate 20. The detection sensor 20a, the magnetic detection sensor 70a that detects the magnetism directed toward the game board 11, and the specific locations of the game board 11 (first start winning opening 15, second starting winning opening 16, big winning opening 18, etc.) are illuminated. A radio wave detection sensor 71a that detects radio waves emitted from the pachinko machine P is connected to a vibration detection sensor 72 that detects vibrations caused by fraudulent actions such as shaking the pachinko machine P.
A detection signal output from each detection sensor and a signal indicating ON or OFF of each switch are input to the main control board 100 .

Further, the main control board 100 includes, as devices to be controlled, a starting prize winning opening solenoid 16c that drives the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning prize opening 16 to open and close, and a opening and closing door 18b of the big winning prize opening 18. A large winning opening solenoid 18c, a first special symbol display device 30, a second special symbol display device 31, a normal symbol display device 32, a first special symbol reservation display device 38, and a second special symbol reservation display device 39. , the normal symbol reservation display device 33 and the main information display device 105 are connected.
The solenoids are driven by the main control board 100 to control the opening and closing of the second starting winning opening 16 and the big winning opening 18, and to control the display of each display device. .

(Overview of launch payout control board 200)
The launch payout control board 200 mainly controls the payout of prize balls based on entry of game balls into various prize winning openings, the payout of game balls rented out based on predetermined operations of the player, and the launch of game balls. It is.
The launch payout control board 200 includes a payout CPU 201, a payout ROM 202 and a payout RAM 203, as shown in FIG.

Specifically, between the launch payout control board 200 and the main control board 100, there are two signal lines used for transmission from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200 (hereinafter referred to as the launch payout control transmission signal line) and two signal lines used for transmission from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100 (hereinafter referred to as main control transmission signal lines).
One of the two firing payout control transmission signal lines is used to transmit a main command permission signal indicating that the main control board 100 is ready to receive various commands and various signals, and the other , is used to transmit various commands and various signals other than the main command permission signal. Also, one of the two main control transmission signal lines is used to transmit a payout command permission signal indicating that the launch payout control board 200 is ready to receive various commands and various signals, The other is used for transmitting various commands and various signals other than the payout command permission signal.

In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, during the period from when the power is turned off until it is turned on (during power failure), the main control board 100 can receive various commands, and the launch payout control board 200 will not be able to receive various commands, and the transmission of the main command permission signal and the payout command permission signal is prohibited (both the main command permission signal and the payout command permission signal are turned off).
Then, when the power is turned on (returned from power failure), the main control board 100 performs an initial setting process described later, and then the main control board 100 becomes ready to receive various commands and various signals. After the transmission of the permission signal is started (the main command permission signal is turned on) and the initial setting process described later is performed in the launch payout control board 200, the launch payout control board 200 receives various commands and various signals. It becomes possible, and the transmission of the payout command permission signal is started (the payout command permission signal is turned on). While the power is on, the main command permission signal and the payout command permission signal are continuously transmitted.

When various commands and various signals are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200, whether or not a payout command permission signal has been transmitted before the transmission in the main control board 100 (payment command permission signal is on) is determined. Then, when it is determined that the payout command permission signal is transmitted, various commands and various signals are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the firing payout control board 200, and it is determined that the payout command permission signal is not transmitted. In this case, various commands and various signals are not transmitted from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200 .
Similarly, when various commands and various signals are transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, the launch payout control board 200 determines whether the main command permission signal has been transmitted before the transmission ( (whether or not the main command permission signal is on) is determined. Then, when it is determined that the main command permission signal is transmitted, various commands and various signals are transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, and it is determined that the main command permission signal is not transmitted. In this case, various commands and various signals are not transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100 .

In addition, when the power is turned on, in both the main control board 100 and the discharge payout control board 200, a predetermined power interruption monitoring time (3000 ms in the main control board 100, 100 ms in the discharge payout control board 200) passes. Until then, the output of the power failure occurrence signal (occurrence of power failure) is monitored, and after the power failure monitoring time has passed without the power failure occurrence signal being output, the above initial setting process is performed.
As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the power interruption monitoring time set in the main control board 100 is longer than the power interruption monitoring time set in the launch payout control board 200 . Therefore, the transmission of the payout command permission signal is started before the transmission of the main command permission signal is started. 200 is put on hold.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, although not shown, when the power is turned on and transmission of the main command permission signal and the payout command permission signal is started, the main control board 100 is activated. A main activation information designation command is transmitted from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200 . In addition, when the main activation information designation command is received by the launch payout control board 200, the launch payout control board 200 sends a payout launch designation command indicating that the game ball can be put out in the launch payout control board 200. It is transmitted to the control board 100 . In addition, when the payout start designation command is received by the main control board 100, the payout start confirmation designation command indicating that it has grasped that the game ball can be put out in the launch payout control board 200 is transmitted to the main control board 100. , is transmitted to the ejection payout control board 200 .
After the payout activation confirmation designation command is received by the launch payout control board 200, the launch payout control board 200 can control the payout of game balls.
That is, after the power is turned on, the main start information designation command, the payout start designation command, and the payout start confirmation designation command are exchanged between the main control board 100 and the launch payout control board 200. The payout control board 200 can control the payout of game balls.
When the discharge activation confirmation designation command is received by the discharge discharge control board 200 , a state command indicating the state of the discharge discharge control board 200 is transmitted from the discharge discharge control board 200 to the main control board 100 .
In addition, among the main activation information designation command, the payout start designation command, and the payout start confirmation designation command exchanged between the main control board 100 and the launch payout control board 200, from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200 The transmitted main activation information designation command and payout activation confirmation designation command are transmitted by the payout control process (step 207) executed by the main CPU 101, which will be described later.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, the launch payout control board 200 includes a touch sensor 5a for detecting that the player touches the operation handle 5 and the operation handle 5 as devices for controlling the shooting of game balls. Operation volume 5b for detecting the operation angle (rotational angle) of, shooting stop switch 5c for stopping shooting of the game ball, and sending the game ball received in the upper tray 6 to a shooting device (not shown) A ball feed solenoid 60, a shooting motor 61 for shooting game balls, and a shooting ball detection sensor 64 for detecting that a game ball has been shot by the shooting motor 61 are connected, and a touch sensor 5a and an operation volume 5b are connected. And a control signal output from the firing stop switch 5 c is input to the firing payout control board 200 .

Here, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, while the control state is the playable state, the main control board 100 sends a launch permission signal to the launch payout control board 200 indicating that game balls can be launched. is continuously transmitted, and when the control state becomes a game stop state, the transmission of the firing permission signal is stopped.
Further, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the launch payout control board 200 and the game ball lending device R are connected via the game ball lending control board 400, as will be described later. While the power is on, the launch payout control board 200 and the game ball lending device R are connected (the harness is not disconnected, the wire is not broken, and communication is possible). Sometimes, in any control state, the connection flag stored in the payout RAM 203, which is a flag indicating that the above connection is made, is turned on (the connection signal is turned on). That is, even if the control state is the playable state or the game stop state, the connection flag is turned on if the shooting payout control board 200 and the game ball lending device R are connected.
On the other hand, when the power is off or the launch payout control board 200 and the game ball lending device R are not connected (the harness is disconnected or disconnected and communication is impossible), the connection The flag is turned off (the connection signal is turned off).

Then, when the firing permission signal is transmitted to the firing payout control board 200 and the connection flag is ON, when the control signal from the touch sensor 5a and the operation volume 5b is input to the firing payout control board 200, Control is performed to energize the ball feed solenoid 60 and the shooting motor 61 to shoot the game ball. On the other hand, even if the control signal from the touch sensor 5a and the operation volume 5b is input to the firing payout control board 200 when the firing permission signal is transmitted and the connection flag is on. When the control signal from the firing stop switch 5c is input to the firing payout control board 200, the energization of the ball feeding solenoid 60 and the firing motor 61 is stopped to stop the firing of the game balls.
Also, when the firing permission signal is not transmitted or the connection flag is off, even if the control signal from the touch sensor 5a and the operation volume 5b is input to the firing payout control board 200, the ball feed solenoid 60 and The shooting motor 61 is not energized, and control for shooting game balls is not performed.

Also, as shown in FIG. 6, the launch payout control board 200 has a device for controlling the payout of game balls, which pays out game balls stored in a game ball storage unit (not particularly shown). A payout motor 62 for putting out and a payout counting switch 63 for detecting and counting the put out game balls are connected. Also, although not shown, the payout counting switch 63 incorporates a payout radio wave detection sensor for detecting radio waves emitted to the switch.
When the launch payout control board 200 receives the prize ball designation command transmitted from the main control board 100, the launch payout control board 200 generates a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) based on the prize ball designation command. The payout motor 62 is controlled to pay out. At this time, the number of game balls put out is counted by the payout counting switch 63, and it is possible to determine whether or not a predetermined number of game balls have been put out.

Here, the launch payout control board 200 in this embodiment transmits a received prize ball signal and a payout prize ball signal to the external information terminal board 500 as signals relating to the payout of game balls (prize balls). As a result, these signals are transmitted to the outside of the pachinko machine P (external information display device for displaying information such as the number of fluctuations and the number of jackpots, a hall computer, etc.) via the external information terminal board 500. there is

The received prize ball signal is a predetermined time (for example, 1000 ms) elapses each time a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls scheduled to be dispensed based on the prize ball designation command received from the main control board 100 is reached. It will be sent until That is, the transmission is not triggered by the payout of the game balls, but is triggered by the reception of the prize ball designation command. As a result, even a device external to the pachinko machine P can grasp the number of game balls to be paid out based on the received prize ball designation command in units of a predetermined number.
In addition, the payout prize ball signal is generated every time the number of game balls actually paid out by the payout motor 62 (game balls counted by the payout counting switch 63) reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10). For example, it is transmitted until 1000 ms) has elapsed. That is, it is transmitted with the payout of game balls as a trigger. As a result, a device external to the pachinko machine P can grasp the number of game balls actually paid out in units of a predetermined number.
The time at which the received prize ball signal is transmitted and the time at which the payout prize ball signal is transmitted may be the same or different.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 6, the firing payout control board 200 includes a body frame open detection sensor 2a for detecting the open state of the body frame 2 and a front door open detection sensor 3a for detecting the open state of the front door 3. , a tray full tank detection sensor 7a for detecting the full state of the tray 7, an outlet detection sensor 19a for detecting that a game ball has been received in the outlet 19, and an electric wave emitted to the outlet 19. is connected to the outlet radio wave detection sensor 71b.

The body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on when it detects that the body frame 2 is open, and outputs a body frame open detection signal to the firing payout control board 200. While the body frame 2 is open, , the body frame open detection signal is continuously output. Then, when the body frame open detection signal is input, the launch payout control board 200 transmits a body frame open command to the main control board 100 .
On the other hand, when the body frame open detection sensor 2a stops detecting that the body frame 2 is open, it turns off and stops outputting the body frame open detection signal. When the input of the body frame open detection signal stops, the launch payout control board 200 determines that the body frame 2 has been closed, and stops transmitting the body frame open command to the main control board 100 .

The front door open detection sensor 3a is turned on when it detects that the front door 3 is open, and outputs a door open detection signal to the ejection payout control board 200. During the opening of the front door 3, A door open detection signal is continuously output. When the door open detection signal is input, the launch payout control board 200 transmits a door open command to the main control board 100 .
On the other hand, the front door open detection sensor 3a turns off when it stops detecting that the front door 3 is open, and stops outputting the door open detection signal. When the input of the door open detection signal stops, the launch payout control board 200 determines that the front door 3 is closed, and stops sending the door open command to the main control board 100 .

The tray full detection sensor 7 a is provided at a predetermined position of the tray 7 . When the receiving tray 7 is filled with a predetermined amount or more of game balls to be paid out as prize balls, the stored game balls reach the above-described predetermined position.
The receiving tray full tank detection sensor 7a is turned on when it detects that the game ball has reached the above-described predetermined position, and outputs a receiving tray detection signal to the discharge payout control board 200. While reaching the predetermined position, a saucer detection signal is continuously output. On the other hand, the tray full detection sensor 7a turns off when it stops detecting that the game ball has reached the above-described predetermined position, and stops outputting the tray detection signal to the launch payout control board 200.

The outlet detection sensor 19 a is provided at a predetermined position around the outlet 19 . In addition, the out port detection sensor 19a is turned on each time it detects that a game ball has been received in the out port 19, and outputs an out signal to the launch payout control board 200. Then, the launch payout control board 200 transmits an out command to the main control board 100 each time an out signal is input.

The outlet radio wave detection sensor 71 b is provided at a predetermined position around the outlet 19 .
In addition, the out port radio wave detection sensor 71b is turned on when radio waves are detected, and outputs a radio wave detection signal to the emission payout control board 200. While radio waves are being detected, the radio wave detection signal continues. output as On the other hand, the out port radio wave detection sensor 71b turns off when no radio wave is detected, and stops outputting the radio wave detection signal to the launch payout control board 200. FIG.

The payout radio wave detection sensor is built in the payout counting switch 63 as described above.
In addition, the payout radio wave detection sensor is turned on when radio waves are detected, and outputs a radio wave detection signal to the emission payout control board 200. While radio waves are being detected, the radio wave detection signal is continuously output. be done. On the other hand, the payout radio wave detection sensor turns off when no radio wave is detected, and stops outputting the radio wave detection signal to the launch payout control board 200 .

Further, as described above, the game ball lending control board 400 that relays the operation to the game ball lending device R is connected to the launch payout control board 200 . As shown in FIG. 6, the launch payout control board 200 includes, via the game ball lending control board 400, a value information display device 35, a ball lending switch 36a for detecting pressing operation of the ball lending button 36, and a card return controller. A card return switch 37a for detecting a pressing operation of the button 37 is connected.
These devices may be directly connected to the launch payout control board 200 instead of being connected to the launch payout control board 200 via the game ball lending control board 400 .

Then, when a card storing value information on which game balls can be rented (that is, a card with a balance) is inserted into the game ball lending device R and recognized, a value information signal indicating the value information is emitted. It is transmitted from the game ball lending device R to the value information display device 35 via the control board 200 and the game ball lending control board 400 . As a result, the value information corresponding to the received value information signal is displayed on the value information display device 35 .

Further, when a card in which value information for lending game balls is stored is inserted into the game ball lending device R and the ball lending button 36 is pressed while the card is recognized, an output is output from the ball lending switch 36a. A detection signal is transmitted to the game ball lending device R via the game ball lending control board 400 and the shot payout control board 200 .
Upon receiving the above-described detection signal, the game ball lending device R performs a process of subtracting predetermined value information from the stored value information, and the number corresponding to the subtracted value information in the launch payout control board 200 (for example, 125) of game balls are sent as rental balls, and the subtracted value information is sent to the value information display device 35 via the launch payout control board 200 and the game ball lending control board 400. Send the corresponding subtract command.
When the rental ball payout command is received, the launch payout control board 200 performs control to pay out the number of game balls (for example, 125) corresponding to the subtracted value information. Further, when the subtraction command is received, the value information display device 35 updates and displays the value information after the subtraction.

Here, the launch payout control board 200 continuously transmits the payout command permission signal to the main control board 100 to the game ball lending device R while the power is on. there is The game ball lending device R transmits the lending payout command to the launch payout control board 200 when the payout command permission signal is received, and transmits the lending payout command when the payout command permission signal is not received. It is not transmitted to the launch payout control board 200.

Further, when the card return button 37 is pressed, a detection signal output from the card return switch 37a is input to the launch payout control board 200, and the launch payout control board 200 instructs the game ball lending device R to Send a return request signal to request the return of the card. When the game ball lending device R receives the return request signal, the game ball lending device R controls to discharge the card.

In addition, when a card that does not store value information for renting game balls (that is, a card with no balance) is inserted into the game ball lending device R, or when the ball lending button 36 is pressed, predetermined value information is displayed. As a result of the subtraction, even when all the value information stored in the card is lost (that is, when the balance of the card is lost), the game ball lending device R may be controlled to discharge the card.

As described above, in the launch payout control board 200, based on the entry of the game ball into various winning ports (general winning port 14, first starting winning port 15, second starting winning port 16, big winning port 18) Both the control of the payout of prize balls and the control of the payout of game balls (rental balls) rented based on the operation of the player are performed.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as errors related to devices connected to the ejection payout control board 200 (hereinafter referred to as payout-related errors), ball out error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, ball clogging Error, excess ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control connection error, door opening error may occur.
Then, in the ejection payout control board 200, the operation status of the switch connected to the ejection payout control board 200 is output to the ejection payout control board 200 from the sensor connected to the ejection payout control board 200. Based on various signals, etc., determination of occurrence of out-of-ball error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, ball clogging error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control connection error among payout-related errors ( occurrence detection) is performed.
In this specification, the determination of the occurrence of an error refers to the operation status of the switch, the specific error occurrence based on the detection by various sensors (for example, the payout radio wave detection sensor, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a, etc.) It means not only determination, but also detection of the operation state of the switch and detection by various sensors.

The out-of-ball error is an error that occurs when no game balls are stored in the game ball storage section. In the launch payout control board 200, a ball running out error occurs when the game balls are not counted by the payout count switch 63 for a predetermined period of time even though the payout motor 62 is operated so as to put out the game balls. It is determined that When a ball-out error occurs, a ball-out error command indicating the fact is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the ball-out error. .
Further, while the ball-out error is occurring, the launch payout control board 200 does not perform control to stop the game ball payout operation. Therefore, since game balls are not stored, game balls are not put out, but the payout motor 62 continues to operate.

A full tank error is an error that occurs when the tray 7 is in a full tank state. In the ejection payout control board 200, when the tray detection signal is input, it is determined that a full tank error has occurred. When a full-tank error occurs, a full-tank error command indicating the error is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the full-tank error.
Further, during the occurrence of the full tank error, the launch payout control board 200 performs control to stop the game ball payout operation. For example, when a full tank error occurs during the game ball payout, the payout is stopped, and even if a prize ball designation command is received from the main control board 100 during the full tank error, the prize balls are not paid out.

The payout count switch error is an error that occurs when the payout count switch 63 does not operate due to disconnection of the harness or the like. In the ejection payout control board 200, when the operation of the payout counting switch 63 cannot be confirmed, it is determined that a payout counting switch error has occurred. When a payout counting switch error occurs, a payout counting switch error command indicating the fact is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, so that the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the payout counting switch error. It's becoming
Further, while the payout counting switch error is occurring, similarly to when the full tank error is occurring, the launch payout control board 200 performs control to stop the game ball payout operation.

A ball clogging error is an error that occurs when the payout motor 62 malfunctions. In the ejection payout control board 200, when the payout motor 62 receives the operation signal but does not operate, it is determined that a ball clogging error has occurred. When a ball clogging error occurs, a ball clogging error command indicating the fact is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100 so that the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the ball clogging error. .
Further, while the ball clogging error is occurring, similarly to the occurrence of the full tank error and the payout counting switch error, the launch payout control board 200 performs control to stop the game ball payout operation.

Excess prize ball error occurs when game balls are paid out even though no prize ball designation command has been received, or when more game balls than the number of game balls to be paid out based on the received prize ball designation command are played. This error occurs when the ball is put out. The launch payout control board 200 determines that an excess prize ball error has occurred when the number of game balls paid out despite not being scheduled reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10). Then, when an excess prize ball error occurs, an excess prize ball error command indicating that fact is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, so that the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the excess prize ball error. It's becoming
Also, even if an excessive prize ball error occurs, the launch payout control board 200 does not perform control to stop the game ball payout operation, as in the case of the ball running out error. Therefore, the payout motor 62 is continuously operated to pay out the game balls.

A radio wave error is an error that occurs when radio wave irradiation is detected. When a radio wave detection signal is input from the outlet radio wave detection sensor 71b or the payout radio wave detection sensor, the launch payout control board 200 determines that a radio wave error has occurred. When a radio wave error occurs, a radio wave error command indicating the fact is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100 so that the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the radio wave error.
Also, during the occurrence of the radio wave error, similarly to the occurrence of the out-of-ball error and the excess prize ball error, the launch payout control board 200 does not perform control to stop the game ball payout operation.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a radio wave detection signal is input from the outlet radio wave detection sensor 71b, and when a radio wave detection signal is input from the payout radio wave detection sensor, launch payout control is performed. Although it is determined that a radio wave error has occurred in the board 200 and the control described above is performed, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, only in either case, it may be determined that a radio wave error has occurred in the launch payout control board 200, and the control as described above may be performed. In this case, it is desirable to determine that a radio wave error has occurred in the main control board 100 for the other.

A payout motor error is an error that occurs when the payout motor 62 does not operate due to disconnection of the harness or the like. In the ejection payout control board 200, when the operation of the payout motor 62 cannot be confirmed, it is determined that a payout motor error has occurred. When a payout motor error occurs, a payout motor error command indicating the fact is transmitted from the firing payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the payout motor error. .
Also, during the occurrence of the payout motor error, similarly to the occurrence of the out-of-ball error, excess prize ball error, and radio wave error, the launch payout control board 200 does not perform control to stop the game ball payout operation.

A main control connection error is an error that occurs when the main control board 100 is not connected. The launch payout control board 200 determines that a main control connection error has occurred when it becomes impossible to receive the main command permission signal or transmit the payout command permission signal. Then, when a main control connection error occurs, a main control connection error indicating the fact is sent from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 can grasp the occurrence of the main control connection error. ing.
Also, while the main control connection error is occurring, similarly to when the ball running out error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, and payout motor error are occurring, the launch payout control board 200 does not control the game ball payout operation to stop. Not done.

Among dispensing-related errors, a door open error is an error that occurs when the body frame 2 or the front door 3 is open.
Here, as described above, the body frame open detection sensor 2a that detects the opening of the body frame 2 and the front door open detection sensor 3a that detects the opening of the front door 3 are both connected to the firing payout control board 200. However, the determination of the occurrence of the door opening error is made by the main control board 100 instead of the firing payout control board 200 .
Specifically, when a body frame open detection signal is input to the launch payout control board 200, a body frame open command transmitted from the launch payout control board 200, or a front door open detection signal is sent to the launch payout control board 200. When receiving at least one of the front door opening commands transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 by being input, the main control board 100 determines that a door opening error has occurred.
When it is determined that a door opening error has occurred, the main control board 100 transmits a payout stop command for stopping control of the game ball payout operation to the launch payout control board 200 . As a result, while the door opening error is occurring, the launch payout control board 200 performs control to stop the game ball payout operation.

Of the payout-related errors, the error whose occurrence is determined by the main control board 100 is not limited to the door opening error. good.
In addition, in the main control board 100, an error related to the equipment connected to the main control board 100 (excessive game ball entering the first start winning opening 15, second starting winning opening 16, big winning opening 18) Abnormal prize winning error that occurs when a ball is played, fraudulent prize winning error that occurs when a game ball enters the big winning slot 18 other than during execution of a special game, etc., hereinafter referred to as main control related error). It has become.

(Overview of sub-control board 300)
The sub-control board 300 controls effects that are executed during a game, standby, or the like.
As shown in FIG. 6, the sub-control board 300 includes a sub-CPU 301 for performing various arithmetic processing, a sub-ROM 302 for storing control programs for executing effects, data and tables required for executing effects, and calculation A sub-RAM 303 used as a temporary storage area or the like during processing is provided, and is connected so as to enable one-way communication from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 300 .

In addition, the sub CPU 301 reads a control program stored in the sub ROM 302 based on a command transmitted from the main control board 100 or a signal from the timer, performs arithmetic processing, and performs image control for controlling image display. board (not shown in particular), audio control board (not shown in particular) for controlling audio output, illumination control board (not shown in particular) for controlling lighting of various lamps, etc. ), to an operation control board (not shown in particular) for controlling the movement of the character production device YS, a command for executing the production is transmitted.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as described above, the voice control board and the lighting control board are provided separately. ) may be provided, and the substrate may control both audio output and lighting.

Further, the sub-control board 300 is connected with the effect display device 21 through the image control board, and is connected with the sound output device 10 through the sound control board. In addition, the sub-control board 300 includes a front door effect lamp DL, a status notification lamp EL, a rotation operation detection sensor 9c for detecting a rotation operation of the operation dial 9a, and an operation button 9b via the illumination control board. A pressing operation detection sensor 9d for detecting a pressing operation is connected. Further, a drive motor M is connected to the sub-control board 300 via an operation control board.

The image control board includes an image CPU, an image ROM, an image RAM, etc., although not shown. The image ROM of the image control board stores image data such as patterns and backgrounds to be displayed on the effect display device 21 . Then, based on the command transmitted from the sub control board 300, the image CPU controls the image display by the effect display device 21 by storing the image data read from the image ROM in the image RAM.

The audio control board includes a sound chip (CPU), a sound ROM, a sound RAM, etc., although not shown. The sound ROM stores sound data such as voices and BGM output from the voice output device 10 . Then, based on the command transmitted from the sub control board 300, the sound data read from the sound ROM is stored in the sound RAM, thereby controlling the sound output from the sound output device 10. FIG.

The illumination control board controls lighting and extinguishing of the front door effect lamp DL and the status notification lamp EL based on commands from the sub-control board 300 . In addition, the electric decoration control board outputs a rotation operation detection signal output from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c based on the rotation operation of the operation dial 9a, or a depression signal output from the depression operation detection sensor 9d based on the depression operation of the operation button 9b. When the operation detection signal is input, it transmits a predetermined command to the sub control board 300 .

The operation control board controls driving of the drive motor M based on commands from the sub-control board 300 . By driving the drive motor M, the character product production device YS is vertically movable.

(Outline of power supply substrate 600)
The power supply board 600 supplies power to each board such as the main control board 100, the launch payout control board 200, the sub control board 300, and the like. This power supply board 600 is provided with a backup power supply. Further, the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment is provided with a power interruption detection circuit for detecting the voltage value of the power supplied from the power supply board 600 . This power detection circuit detects that a power failure has occurred when the voltage value of the supplied power falls below a predetermined value (for example, when the power switch 650 is turned off or an unexpected power failure occurs). It judges, and transmits a power failure generation signal to the main control board 100 and the ejection payout control board 200 . In addition, when the voltage value exceeds a predetermined value (for example, when the power switch 650 is turned on or when the power is recovered from an unexpected power failure), it is determined that the power failure has been recovered, and the main control board 100 and the firing payout control board 200 to stop the transmission of the power interruption occurrence signal.

When the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 detects the power failure occurrence signal (power failure occurs), the main CPU 101 prohibits access to the main RAM 103 and checks the main RAM 103 (used area and non-used area). In addition to calculating the sum and setting the backup flag, various data stored in the storage area of the main RAM 103 (setting value, game machine state flag indicating control state, checksum, backup flag, error information, game progress (various data related to the game performance data). When the power failure occurrence signal is no longer detected (recovered from power failure), the checksum calculated at the time of power failure is compared with the checksum calculated at the time of recovery from power failure, and the power failure occurs. By checking the backup flag that is set at the time of the (whether or not an abnormality has occurred in the backup process described above) is determined, and then the power failure recovery process is executed.

Similarly, when the payout CPU 201 of the launch payout control board 200 detects the power interruption occurrence signal, it prohibits access to the payout RAM 203, calculates the checksum of the payout RAM 203 and sets the backup flag, Backup processing for holding various data stored in the storage area of the RAM 203 is performed. When the power failure occurrence signal is no longer detected, the checksum calculated when the power failure occurred is compared with the checksum calculated when the power failure occurred, and the backup flag set when the power failure occurred. By checking, it is determined whether or not there is a mismatch between the data stored in the payout RAM 203 at the time of power failure and the data stored in the payout RAM 203 at the time of recovery from the power failure. process is executed.
The processing of the main control board 100 and the firing payout control board 200 at the time of power failure recovery will be described in detail later.

(Overview of Pachinko Machine P Game)
Next, a game in the pachinko machine P of this embodiment will be described based on various tables stored in the main ROM 102. FIG.
As described above, in the pachinko machine P of this embodiment, the special game and the normal game progress in parallel. As the game state when proceeding with these two games, either a low probability game state (so-called non-probability variable state) or a high probability game state (so-called probability change state), and a non-time-saving game state or time-saving game state Any game state is set.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a game state combining a low-probability game state and a non-time-saving game state (hereinafter referred to as a normal game state), or a game state combining a high-probability game state and a time-saving game state (hereinafter, Any game state of high probability time saving game state) is set.

Here, the low-probability gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is set to a predetermined value by a jackpot lottery, which will be described later. Also, the high-probability gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is set to a value higher than that of the low-probability gaming state. That is, during the high-probability game state, it is easier to win a big win through a jackpot lottery than during the low-probability game state.
In addition, the non-time-saving gaming state is a gaming state in which the movable piece 16b is difficult to open (that is, the second start winning opening 16 is less likely to open), and the game ball is less likely to enter the second starting winning opening 16. In addition, in the time-saving gaming state, the movable piece 16b is easier to open than in the non-time-saving gaming state (that is, the second start winning opening 16 is more likely to be in an open state), and the game ball is more likely to enter the second starting winning opening 16. state.
In the initial state immediately after shipment from the factory or after resetting, the normal game state is set.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball launched by a launching device (not shown) and flowing down the game area 12 enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, a jackpot is won. A lottery will be held. When the jackpot is won by lottery for this jackpot, a special game is executed in which the jackpot 18 is opened to allow game balls to enter the jackpot 18, and after the special game is finished. The game state is set to a high-probability time-saving game state.

Here, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can enter the first start winning hole 15. As shown in FIG. Also, the game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can enter the big winning hole 18, pass through the gate 20, and enter the second start winning hole 16.例文帳に追加Then, during the normal game state, the player is made to launch the game ball toward the first game area 12a (so-called left-handed hitting) so that the game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, During the probability time-saving game state and during the special game, the player is given a second A game ball is hit toward the game area 12b (so-called right hitting).
Specifically, during the high-probability time-saving game state and during the special game, the effect display device 21 displays an instruction to launch the game ball toward the second game area 12b, and the normal game state is set. Then, the effect display device 21 displays an instruction to launch the game ball toward the first game area 12a.

In addition, the lottery for the jackpot is based on various random numbers obtained when the game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, and the random numbers stored in the main ROM 102. This is done based on various tables for determination.
Here, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes, as the random numbers used for the jackpot lottery, the jackpot decision random number used for judging the jackpot, the winning pattern random number used for deciding the type of the special pattern, and the above-described variable effect. It has a variation mode number for determining the pattern (hereinafter referred to as a variation effect pattern), a reach group determination random number used for determining the variation pattern number, a reach mode determination random number and a variation pattern random number.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, hardware random numbers built into the main control board 100 are used as the above-described jackpot determination random numbers. This jackpot determination random number is updated according to a certain rule, and the random number sequence is automatically changed each time the random number sequence makes a round, and the start value is changed each time the system is reset.
Further, the random numbers used for determining the variable effect pattern are not limited to the three types described above. For example, in addition to these random numbers, other random numbers may be used. Alternatively, multiple random numbers may be used.

Then, when the game ball enters the first starting winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16, random numbers are obtained for the above random numbers, and each random number is stored in the reserved storage area of the main RAM 103. It's like
This reservation storage area is a first reservation storage area for storing each random number (hereinafter referred to as the first special random number) obtained by entering the game ball into the first start winning opening 15, and the first It consists of a second reserved storage area for storing each random number (hereinafter referred to as a second special random number) obtained by entering a game ball into the 2 start winning opening 16. These reserved storage areas are each composed of a total of four storage units from the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit, a total of four sets of the first special random numbers, and a total of four Group storage is possible.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, the first special random number is stored in order from the first storage part of the first reservation storage area. It's becoming For example, in a state where the first special random number is not stored in any storage unit of the first reserved storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, it is acquired with this as a trigger. The first special random number is stored in the first storage section of the first reserved storage area. Also, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage part of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, it is acquired with this as a trigger. The first special random number is stored in the second storage section of the first reserved storage area. Also, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit and the second storage unit of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this The first special random number acquired at the opportunity is stored in the third storage section of the first reserved storage area. In addition, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit to the third storage unit of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this The first special random number acquired at the opportunity is stored in the fourth storage section of the first reserved storage area. Then, in the state in which the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit of the first reserved storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this entry The first special random number related to the sphere is not stored.

Similarly, when a game ball enters the second starting winning hole 16, the second special random number is stored in order from the first storage part of the second reservation storage area. The specific storage process is the same as the above-described storage of the first special random number, so the description is omitted.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the number of sets of the first special figure random numbers (hereinafter referred to as the first special figure reservation number) stored in the first reservation storage area is the first special figure reservation number counter ( Especially not shown), the number of sets of the second special random number (hereinafter referred to as the second special reservation number) stored in the second reservation storage area is the second special reservation number counter ( (not shown).
In this specification, as described above, the storage of the first special random number and the second special random number in the reserved storage area is also referred to as "reserved" or "reserved storage". The number of figure reservations and the number of second special figure reservations are also simply referred to as "the number of reservations".

In addition, the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment includes a jackpot determination random number determination table 110, a winning symbol random number determination table 111, a reach group determination random number determination table 112, a reach mode determination random number determination table 113, and a , has a fluctuation pattern lottery table 114 .
Note that the tables for the jackpot lottery are not limited to these, and other tables may be provided as appropriate when it is necessary to make judgments or decisions based on random numbers.

The jackpot determination random number determination table 110 is for determining whether or not a jackpot is achieved. and a determination table.
Also, as shown in FIGS. 7A to 7L, each of the low-probability determination table and the high-probability determination table is provided with six types corresponding to the set values being set.
Specifically, the low-probability determination table includes a first low-probability determination table 110a that is referred to when the setting value is "1", and a second low-probability determination table 110a that is referred to when the setting value is "2". A determination table 110b, a third low-probability determination table 110c referred to when the set value is "3", a fourth low-probability determination table 110d referred to when the set value is "4", and a set value of " A fifth low-probability determination table 110e, which is referred to when the set value is "5", and a sixth low-probability determination table 110f, which is referred to when the set value is "6", are provided.
The high-probability determination table includes a first high-probability determination table 110g that is referred to when the set value is "1", a second high-probability determination table 110h that is referred to when the set value is "2", The third high-probability determination table 110i that is referred to when the value is "3", the fourth high-probability determination table 110j that is referred to when the setting value is "4", and the setting value is "5" and a sixth high-probability determination table 110l that is referred to when the set value is "6".

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one jackpot determination random number within the numerical range of 0-65535 is acquired. Then, one of the jackpot decision random number determination tables 110 is selected according to the set value set in the pachinko machine P and the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery, and the obtained jackpot decision random number and A lottery for a big win is performed based on the selected big win determination random number determination table 110.例文帳に追加

As shown in FIG. 7(a), according to the first low-probability determination table 110a, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 10205, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 10206 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in the first low probability determination table 110a is approximately 1/319.7.

As shown in FIG. 7(b), according to the second low probability determination table 110b, it is determined to be a big hit when the jackpot determination random number is 10001 to 10208, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 10000, 10209 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in this second low probability determination table 110b is approximately 1/315.1.

As shown in FIG. 7(c), according to the third low-probability determination table 110c, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot determination random number is 10001 to 10212, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 10000, 10213 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in the third low probability determination table 110c is approximately 1/309.1.

As shown in FIG. 7(d), according to the fourth low-probability determination table 110d, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot determination random number is 10001 to 10215, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 10000, 10216 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in the fourth low probability determination table 110d is approximately 1/304.8.

As shown in FIG. 7(e), according to the fifth low-probability determination table 110e, when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 10219, it is decided to be a jackpot, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 10220 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in the fifth low probability determination table 110e is about 1/299.2.

As shown in FIG. 7(f), according to the sixth low-probability determination table 110f, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 10223, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 10224 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the jackpot winning probability in the sixth low probability determination table 110a is about 1/293.9.

As shown in FIG. 7(g), according to the first high-probability determination table 110g, when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 11024, it is decided to be a jackpot, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 11025 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in the first high-probability determination table 110g is 1/64.0.

As shown in FIG. 7(h), according to the second high-probability determination table 110h, when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 11040, it is decided to be a jackpot, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 11041 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in the second high-probability determination table 110h is approximately 1/63.0.

As shown in FIG. 7(i), according to the third high-probability determination table 110i, when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 11057, it is decided to be a jackpot, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 11058 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in this third high-probability determination table 110i is approximately 1/62.0.

As shown in FIG. 7(j), according to the fourth high-probability determination table 110j, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot determination random number is 10001 to 11074, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 10000, 11075 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in the fourth high probability determination table 110j is approximately 1/61.0.

As shown in FIG. 7(k), according to the fifth high probability determination table 110k, it is determined as a big hit when the jackpot determination random number is 10001 to 11092, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 10000, 11093 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the big win in the fifth high probability determination table 110k is about 1/60.0.

As shown in FIG. 7(l), according to the sixth high-probability determination table 110l, when the jackpot decision random number is 10001 to 11110, it is decided to be a jackpot, and other jackpot decision random numbers (0 to 10000, 11111 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in the sixth high-probability determination table 110l is approximately 1/59.0.

As described above, when comparing the high-probability determination table and the low-probability determination table with the same associated set values, the high-probability determination table has a jackpot winning probability of about five times that of the low-probability determination table. is set to be

In addition, the jackpot determination random number determined as a jackpot in the low probability determination table is included in the jackpot determination random number determined as a jackpot in the high probability determination table associated with the same set value as the low probability determination table. is set. In other words, the jackpot determination random number determined as a jackpot in the low-probability determination table is also determined as a jackpot in the high-probability determination table associated with the same set value.

The winning symbol random number determination table 111 is for determining the type of special symbol, and as shown in FIGS. 8(a) and 8(b), is referred to when the first special symbol random number wins the jackpot. and a second start winning opening determination table 111b that is referred to when a jackpot is won by a second special random number.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one winning symbol random number within the numerical range of 0-199 is acquired. Then, when the jackpot is won by the above-mentioned jackpot lottery, the hit of either the first start winning hole determination table 111a or the second start winning hole determination table 111b according to the starting winning hole into which the game ball entered. The symbol random number determination table 111 is selected, and the type of special symbol is determined based on the acquired winning symbol random number and the selected winning symbol random number determination table 111 .

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, two types of special symbols (X1, X2) are provided as special symbols (hereinafter referred to as "jackpot symbols") that are determined when the jackpot is won. Two types of special symbols (Y1, Y2) are provided as special symbols (hereinafter referred to as "losing symbols") that are determined in each case.

As shown in FIG. 8(a), according to the first start winning hole determination table 111a, the special symbol X1 is determined when the winning symbol random number is 0-99, and the winning symbol random number is 100-199. When the special symbol X2 is determined. That is, in the first start winning hole determination table 111a, both the probability of determining the special symbol X1 and the probability of determining the special symbol X2 are 50%.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8(b), according to the second start prize winning hole determination table 111b, when the winning symbol random number is 0 to 159, the special symbol X1 is determined, and the winning symbol random number is 160 to 199. Special symbol X2 is determined when it is. That is, in the second starting winning hole determination table 111b, the probability that the special symbol X1 is determined is 80%, and the probability that the special symbol X2 is determined is 20%.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the same jackpot symbol is determined in any of the winning symbol random number determination tables 111, but the present invention is not limited to this. , different jackpot symbols may be determined.

In addition, when the big winning lottery based on the first special symbol random number results in a loss, the special symbol Y1 is determined as the losing symbol without performing the above-described lottery based on the winning symbol random number. In addition, when the big winning lottery based on the second special symbol random number results in a loss, the special symbol Y2 is determined as the losing symbol without performing the above-described lottery based on the winning symbol random number.
That is, the winning symbol random number determination table 111 is referred to only when a big win is won, and is not referred to when a loss is made.

A reach group determination random number determination table 112, a reach mode determination random number determination table 113, and a variation pattern lottery table 114 are tables used to determine a variation mode number and a variation pattern number for determining a variation effect pattern.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the special symbols are determined by the jackpot lottery as described above, the variation mode number and the variation pattern number for determining the variation effect pattern are determined based on the result of the determination. At the same time, a variation mode command corresponding to the determined variation mode number and a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern number are generated. Then, the generated variation mode command and variation pattern command are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 300, and the sub-control board 300 executes the jackpot lottery based on the received variation mode command and variation pattern command. A specific aspect (for example, an image to be displayed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, etc.) for notifying the result is determined. The variation mode command and the variation pattern command are commands used for determining the variation time and mode of the variation production.

The reach group determination random number determination table 112 is for determining the group to which the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 used for determining the variation mode number and the variation pattern number belongs. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, in determining the variation mode number and the variation pattern number when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss, as a preliminary step, a reach group determination random number and a reach group determination random number determination table 112 determines the type of group.
This reach group determination random number determination table 112 is provided in plurality for each game state, type of start winning opening, and number of reservations (first special figure reservation number, second special figure reservation number). Here, as shown in FIGS. 9(a) to (c), the game state is a non-time-saving game state and is based on the entry of the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16 Only the reach group determination random number determination table 112 selected when the result of the lottery for the big win is a loss will be described in detail, and the description of other reach group determination random number determination tables 112 will be omitted.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one reach group determination random number within the numerical range of 0-10006 is obtained. Then, when the above-described jackpot lottery results in a loss, the reach group determination random number determination table 112 is selected according to the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery, the type of the start winning opening, and the number of reservations. , the group type is determined based on the acquired reach group determination random number and the selected reach group determination random number determination table 112 .

Specifically, the game state is a non-time-saving game state, and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the first special random number obtained by entering the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 is lost. When the first special figure reservation number at the time of the lottery is 0 or 1, the first determination table 112a is selected, and the first special figure reservation number at the time of the lottery was 2 or more , the second determination table 112b is selected (see FIGS. 9A and 9B).
In addition, when the game state is a non-time-saving game state and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the second special random number obtained by entering the game ball into the second start winning opening 16 is a loss , When the second special figure reservation number at the time of the lottery is 0 to 3 (that is, no matter what the second special figure reservation number is), the third determination table 112c is selected (Fig. 9 (c)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 9A, according to the first determination table 112a, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 3999, the "first group" is determined, and the reach group determination random number is 4000 to When it was 8999, the "second group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9000 to 9899, the "third group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9900 to 10006. A "fourth group" is determined.
Further, as shown in FIG. 9B, according to the second determination table 112b, the "first group" is determined when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 5999, and the reach group determination random number is 6000 to 6000. When it was 8999, the "second group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9000 to 9899, the "third group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9900 to 10006. A "fourth group" is determined.
Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 9(c), according to the third determination table 112c, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 7999, the "first group" is determined, and the reach group determination random number is 8000 to 8000. If it is 10006, the "second group" is determined.

Further, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot, the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 is determined without determining the group type. That is, the reach group determination random number determination table 112 is referred to only when the result of the lottery for the big win is a loss, and is not referred to when it is a big win.

The reach mode determination random number determination table 113 determines the variation mode number used to determine the variation effect pattern (variation effect mode, variation time), and the variation pattern lottery table 114 used to determine the variation pattern number described later. It is for decision making.
The reach mode determination random number determination table 113 is roughly divided into a loss determination table referred to when the result of the lottery for big win is a loss, and a big win determination table referred to when the result of the lottery for big win is a big win. and a determination table for

Further, a plurality of determination tables for failure are provided for each type of group determined as described above. Here, as shown in FIGS. 10A to 10D, the determination table 113a for the first group is referred to when the "first group" is determined, and when the "second group" is determined, The second group determination table 113b to be referred to, the third group determination table 113c to be referred to when the "third group" is determined, and the fourth group to be referred to when the "fourth group" is determined The determination table 113d will be described, and the description of other determination tables for failure will be omitted.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one reach mode determination random number within the numerical range of 0-2038 is acquired. Then, when the group is determined by lottery for the type of group described above, the determination table for loss corresponding to the determined type of group is selected, and the acquired reach mode determination random number and the selected determination for loss The variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 are determined based on the table.

Specifically, for example, when the "first group" is determined by lottery for the types of groups described above, the determination table 113a for the first group is selected, and when the "second group" is determined, the second group determination table 113a is selected. The group determination table 113b is selected, and when the "third group" is determined, the third group determination table 113c is selected, and when the "fourth group" is determined, the fourth group determination table 113d is selected. selected (see FIGS. 10(a)-(d)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 10A, according to the first group determination table 113a, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038 (that is, even if the reach mode determination random number is any value, ), "00H" (alphanumeric characters with "H" at the end are hexadecimal notation. The same applies hereinafter) are determined, and the first variation table 114a is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114. be done.
Further, as shown in FIG. 10B, according to the second group determination table 113b, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 1999, the variation mode number "00H" is determined, The second variation table 114 b is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114 . Further, when the reach mode determination random number is 2000 to 2038, the variation mode number "01H" is determined, and the second variation table 114b is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114.
Further, as shown in FIG. 10(c), according to the third group determination table 113c, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038 (that is, even if the reach mode determination random number is any value, ), the variation mode number “02H” is determined, and the third variation table 114 c is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114 .
Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 10(d), according to the fourth group determination table 113d, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 1899, the variation mode number "03H" is determined, As the variation pattern lottery table 114, the third variation table 114c is selected. Further, when the reach mode determination random number is 1900 to 2038, the variation mode number "04H" is determined, and the fourth variation table 114d is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114.

A plurality of big win determination tables are provided for each game state at the time of the big win lottery (that is, when the big win is won) and the type of the big win pattern determined when the big win is won.
Here, as shown in FIGS. 11(a) and (b), the first big hit determination table 113e referred to when the special symbol X1 is determined in the non-time-saving gaming state, and the special in the non-time-saving gaming state The second big-hit determination table 113f referred to when the symbol X2 is determined will be described, and the description of the other big-hit determination tables will be omitted.

In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a jackpot is won and a special pattern type is determined, a jackpot determination table corresponding to the determined special pattern type and game state at the time of the jackpot lottery is selected. be done. Then, in the same manner as in the determination based on the determination table for loss described above, the variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 are determined based on the acquired reach mode determination random number and the selected big hit determination table. .

Specifically, when the jackpot is won in the non-time-saving gaming state and the special symbol X1 is determined, the first big-hit determination table 113e is selected, and the jackpot is won in the non-time-saving gaming state, and the special symbol X2 is determined. 113 f of determination tables for 2nd big hits are selected (refer FIG. 11 (a) and (b)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 11(a), according to the first big hit determination table 113e, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 199, the variation mode number "32H" is determined, The thirtieth variation table 114 e is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114 . Further, when the reach mode determination random number is 200 to 1299, the variation mode number "33H" is determined, and the 31st variation table 114f is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114. Also, when the reach mode determination random number is 1300 to 2038, the variation mode number "34H" is determined, and the 31st variation table 114f is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114.
Further, as shown in FIG. 11(b), according to the second big hit determination table 113f, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 1399, the variation mode number "33H" is determined, As the fluctuation pattern lottery table 114, the 32nd fluctuation table 114g is selected. Also, when the reach mode determination random number is 1400 to 2038, the variation mode number "34H" is determined, and the 32nd variation table 114g is selected as the variation pattern lottery table 114.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as described above, the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery and the jackpot determination table are provided for each type of jackpot symbol. Alternatively, a big win determination table may be provided for each game state at the time of the big win lottery, the type of the starting prize winning opening, and the type of the big win symbol.

The variation pattern lottery table 114 is for determining a variation pattern number used for determining a variation performance pattern (variation performance mode, variation time), and is provided in large numbers.
Here, as shown in FIGS. 12(a) to (g), a first variation table 114a, a second variation table 114b, a third variation table 114c and a The fourth variation table 114d, and the 30th variation table 114e, 31st variation table 114f, and 32nd table 114g which are determined when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot will be explained, and other variation pattern lottery tables 114 is omitted.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one variation pattern random number within the numerical range of 0-249 is acquired. Then, the variation pattern number is determined based on the obtained variation pattern random number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 determined together with the above-described variation mode number.
For example, as shown in FIG. 12(a), according to the first variation table 114a, the variation pattern number "00H" is determined when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 124, and the variation pattern random number is 125 to If it is 249, a variation pattern number of "01H" is determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 12(d), according to the fourth variation table 114d, the variation pattern number "03H" is determined when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 119, and the variation pattern random number is 120 to If it is 249, a variation pattern number of "04H" is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12(e), according to the thirtieth variation table 114e, the variation pattern number "30H" is determined when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 124, and the variation pattern random number is 125 to If it is 249, a variation pattern number of "31H" is determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 12(g), according to the 32nd variation table 114g, the variation pattern number "33H" is determined when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 199, and the variation pattern random number is 200 to If it is 249, a variation pattern number of "34H" is determined.
Incidentally, in the same way, the other variation pattern table 114 also determines a predetermined variation pattern number corresponding to a predetermined variation pattern random number (see FIG. 12).

As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, at the start of fluctuation (that is, at the start of the fluctuation display of the special symbols to be described later (at the start of the fluctuation effect)), the lottery for the jackpot as described above is performed. Along with that, when the jackpot lottery is held, the result of the jackpot lottery, the variation mode number and the A variation pattern number is determined. As described above, the variable mode number and the variable pattern number are for determining the variable performance pattern, and the variable mode number and the variable pattern number determine the mode and variable time of the variable performance. Here, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the variable effect is divided into the first half and the second half. The first half of the variable performance and the variable time are determined by the variable mode number, and the second half of the variable performance and the variable time are determined by the variable pattern number.

Next, the determination processing of the fluctuation time of the fluctuation production in the special game and the control of the special game will be described.
The pachinko machine P according to this embodiment includes a variable time determination table 115, a special electric accessory actuation table 116, a game state setting table 117, etc. as tables for performing the above-described determination processing and special game control. there is

The variable time determination table 115 is for determining the variable time.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as the variable time determination table 115, a first variable time determination table in which the variable time of the first half of the variable performance corresponding to each variable mode number (hereinafter referred to as the first half variable time) is defined. 115a, and a second variation time determination table 115b in which the variation time of the second half of the variation performance corresponding to each variation pattern number (hereinafter referred to as the second half variation time) is determined (Fig. 13 (a) and ( b) see).
Then, when the variation mode number is determined, the corresponding first half variation time is determined based on the determined variation mode number and the first variation time determination table 115a. Also, when the variation pattern number is determined, the corresponding second half variation time is determined based on the determined variation pattern number and the second variation time determination table 115b. The total value of the first half variable time and the second half variable time determined in this way corresponds to the entire variable time of the variable performance for notifying the result of the big win lottery.
For example, if the determined variation mode number is "03H" and the variation pattern number is "04H", the first half variation time of "13 seconds" is determined corresponding to the variation mode number "03H", and the variation A second half variation time of "60 seconds" is determined corresponding to the pattern number "04H". Then, the total value of these "73 seconds (=13 seconds + 60 seconds)" is the entire fluctuation time of the fluctuation effect.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, when the variation mode number and the variation pattern number are determined, the variation mode command corresponding to the determined variation mode number and the determined variation pattern A variation pattern command corresponding to the number is generated and transmitted to the sub control board 300 . Then, in the sub-control board 300, the aspect of the variation effect is determined based on the received variation mode command and variation pattern command. Specifically, the mode of the first half of the variable performance is determined based on the variable mode command, and the mode of the second half of the variable performance is determined based on the variable pattern command.
Regarding the form of the variable production, instead of determining the form of the first half of the variable production based on the fluctuation mode command and determining the form of the second half of the variable production based on the fluctuation pattern command, the variation pattern command is used. Based on the variation mode command, the mode of the first half of the variable performance may be determined, and the mode of the second half of the variable performance may be determined based on the variation mode command.
Also, instead of dividing the variable effect into the first half and the second half, it may be divided into more parts, and the aspect of each part may be determined based on the variable mode command and the variable pattern command. .
Also, the aspect of the variable effect may be determined based on not only the variable mode command and the variable pattern command, but also other commands. Also, it may be determined based on either the variation mode command or the variation pattern command alone.

Further, based on the variation time determined as described above, the effect display device 21 performs a variable effect, and the special symbol display device (first special symbol display device 30 or second special symbol display device 31) special Variation display of the pattern is performed. Specifically, when the starting winning hole into which the game ball enters is the first starting winning hole 15, the first special symbol display device 30 blinks during the determined fluctuation time, and the game ball enters. In the case where the balled start winning opening is the second starting winning opening 16, the second special symbol display device 31 blinks during the determined fluctuation time. Then, after the fluctuation time has elapsed, the determined special symbol is stopped and displayed.

The special electric accessory operation table 116 is for controlling a special game to be executed when a jackpot is won, and is referred to for actuating the big winning opening solenoid 18c during execution of the special game. be. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B, the special electric role product operation table 116 includes a first operation table 116a that is referred to when the special symbol X1 is determined. , and a second operation table 116b that is referred to when the special symbol X2 is determined.

Specifically, when the special symbol X1 is determined, a special game is executed with reference to the first operation table 116a, as shown in FIG. 14(a). According to the first operation table 116a, the game ends when either the big winning hole 18 is opened for 29.0 seconds or 10 game balls enter the big winning hole 18. A round game is executed ten times. Also, during execution of each round game, the big winning opening 18 is opened only once, and the time (that is, interval time) during which the big winning opening 18 closes between each round game is set to 2.0 seconds.
In this special game, the player can obtain a predetermined number of expected prize balls.

Also, when the special symbol X2 is determined, a special game is executed with reference to the second operation table 116b, as shown in FIG. 14(b). According to this second operation table 116b, the same round game as that of the first operation table 116a is executed four times. In addition, the number of openings and closings of the big winning opening 18 and the interval time during execution of each round game are set to the same contents as those of the first operation table 116a.
In this special game, the player can win prize balls with a smaller expected value than in the special game when the special symbol X1 is determined.

The game state setting table 117 is for setting the game state after the special game is finished when the special game is executed.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15, the game state after the end of the special game is changed to a high-probability time-saving game state even when either the special symbol X1 or the special symbol X2 is determined. set. Further, the number of continuations of the high-probability game state (hereinafter referred to as the high-probability number) and the number of continuations of the time-saving game state (hereinafter referred to as the time-saving number of times) are both set to 100 times. That is, after the end of the special game, the high-probability time-saving game state continues until the result of the jackpot lottery is derived 100 times. In addition, when the jackpot is won during the continuation of this gaming state, the high-probability number of times and the time-saving number of times are set again. Therefore, a high-probability time-saving game state is set after the end of the special game, and when the jackpot is not won during the continuation of this game state and all the results of 100 lotteries are lost, the game state is changed to the normal game state. It will be done.

It should be noted that the game state after the end of the special game may be determined based on the type of special symbols determined by a jackpot lottery. For example, when either one of the special symbols X1 or X2 is determined, the game state after the end of the special game is set to a high probability time-saving game state, and when either one is determined, the normal game state or , You may set to the game state which combined the low probability game state and the time-saving game state.

Next, a description will be given of the processing related to the normal game.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball that is shot by a shooting device (not shown) and flows down the game area 12 passes through the gate 20, the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16 is operated. A normal symbol lottery is performed to determine whether or not to open the movable piece 16b. When winning is achieved by the lottery of the normal symbols, the movable piece 16b is opened and the second start winning opening 16 is opened, so that the game ball can easily enter the second starting winning opening 16. - 特許庁
This lottery for the normal symbols is based on a winning decision random number obtained when the game ball passes through the gate 20, and a winning decision random number determination table 118 stored in the main ROM 102 for determining the random number. is done.

Then, when the game ball passes through the gate 20, the above-mentioned winning determination random number is acquired, and the random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area of the main RAM 103 with an upper limit of four. Specifically, this normal map reservation storage area is composed of a total of four storage units from the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit, and the order of passing through the gate 20 is stored from the first storage unit. It has become. Further, when the determined random number is already stored in several storage units, the determined random number is stored in the storage unit with the smallest number among the empty storage units. Then, when four winning determination random numbers are already stored in the normal pattern holding storage area, even if the game ball passes through the gate 20, the winning determination random numbers related to this passage are not stored in the normal pattern holding storage area. .
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a hardware random number built in the main control board 100 is used as the winning determination random number. The winning random numbers are updated according to a certain rule, and the random number sequence is automatically changed each time the random number sequence makes a round, and the start value is changed each time the system is reset.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the number of hit determination random numbers stored in the general pattern reservation storage area (hereinafter referred to as the general pattern reservation number) is a normal pattern reservation number counter (not particularly shown) is stored in
In this specification, as described above, the fact that the hit determination random number is stored in the general pattern reservation storage area is also referred to as "normal pattern reservation".

In addition, the hit determination random number determination table 118 is for determining whether or not the hit is determined by lottery of normal symbols, and as shown in FIGS. and a time saving determination table 118b referred to in the time saving game state.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball passes through the gate 20, one winning random number within the numerical range of 0-65535 is obtained. Then, if the game state at the time when the lottery of the normal symbol is performed is the non-time-saving game state, the non-time-saving determination table 118a is selected, and the acquired hit determination random number and the selected non-time-saving determination table 118a are normally used. A design lottery will be held. In addition, if the game state at the time of performing the lottery of normal symbols is the time-saving game state, the time-saving determination table 118b is selected, and the lottery of normal symbols is based on the acquired hit determination random number and the selected time-saving determination table 118b. is done.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, the special game and the normal game are played in parallel, and even during the special game executed by winning the jackpot, A lottery for normal symbols is performed based on the passage of the game ball through the gate 20. - 特許庁During the special game, the non-working time reduction determination table 118a is selected, and a lottery for normal symbols is performed based on the table (see FIG. 16(a)).

According to the non-time saving determination table 118a, it is determined to be a hit when the determined random number is 1, and it is determined to be lost when the determined random number is other than this (0, 2 to 65535). Therefore, the probability of becoming a hit in this non-time saving determination table 118a is 1/65536.
Further, according to the time saving determination table 118b, it is determined to be a hit when the hit determination random number is 1 to 65000, and it is determined to be a loss when the hit determination random number is other than this (0, 65001 to 65535). Therefore, the probability of winning in this time saving determination table 118b is 65000/65536, that is, approximately 99/100.
In addition, when winning is determined by lottery of normal symbols, winning symbols are determined, and when losing, losing symbols are determined.

In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes a normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119, a second start prize winning opening control table 120, etc. as tables relating to control of normal symbol variation and opening and closing of the movable piece 16b. ing.

The normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119 is for determining the normal symbol variation pattern. The variation pattern of the normal symbols is associated with the variation time of the normal symbols. Then, as described above, when the game ball passes through the gate 20 and the normal symbol lottery is performed, the normal symbol variation pattern (that is, the normal symbol variation time ) is determined.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 17, when the game state is the non-time-saving game state or during the special game, the normal pattern fluctuation time is determined to be 13 seconds, and the game state is the time-saving game state. In this case, the variation time of normal symbols is determined to be 0.6 seconds. Then, when the normal symbol variation time is determined, the normal symbol display device 32 (see FIG. 3) blinks during the determined normal symbol variation time. Then, when the winning pattern is determined by the lottery of the normal patterns, the normal pattern display device 32 lights up, and when the losing pattern is determined as the losing pattern, the normal pattern display device 32 is turned on. lights out.

Further, the second start winning opening control table 120 is referred to for controlling the operation of the movable piece 16b provided in the second starting winning opening 16. FIG.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the normal symbol display device 32 is turned on, the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning opening 16 opens and closes in a manner determined in the second starting winning opening opening control table 120. ing. Specifically, when the game state is a non-time-saving game state or during a special game, as shown in FIG. Therefore, the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16 is opened for 0.2 seconds. Also, when the game state is the time-saving game state, as shown in FIG. 18, the starting winning opening solenoid 16c is energized for 5.6 seconds (= 2.8 seconds × 2 times), so the second starting winning opening The 16 movable pieces 16b are opened for a total of 5.6 seconds.

(Summary of processing at power failure recovery in main control board 100)
As described above, when the power of the pachinko machine P is turned on from off (recovered from a power failure), the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 stays before the power is turned off (immediately before the power failure occurs). Control state, ON or OFF of setting switch 108 when power is turned on (recovery from power failure), ON or OFF of RAM clear switch 109, ON or OFF of main body frame open detection sensor 2a (opening of main body frame 2) or closed), whether or not an abnormality (hereinafter referred to as "backup abnormality") has occurred in the backup processing of the main RAM 103 that is performed when the power is turned off, and whether or not an abnormality (hereinafter referred to as "RAM abnormality") has occurred in the main RAM 103. to set one of the control states.

(Occurrence and Cancellation of Backup Abnormality and RAM Abnormality in Main Control Board 100)
Here, occurrence and cancellation of backup abnormality and RAM abnormality in the main control board 100 will be described.
If there is a mismatch between the data stored in the main RAM 103 at the time of power failure and the data stored in the main RAM 103 at the time of power failure recovery, it is determined that a backup abnormality has occurred, and the above-described inconsistency occurs. If no consistency occurs, it is determined that no backup error has occurred.
There is a high possibility that this backup abnormality occurs due to a transient cause (for example, a failure in reading or holding data due to a temporary abnormality in one of the devices). Also, when the main ROM 102, the main RAM 103, etc. are newly installed and the power of the pachinko machine P is turned on, since backup processing has not been executed before this, a backup abnormality always occurs.

Also, when data cannot be read or written within the used area of the main RAM 103, it is determined that a RAM abnormality has occurred.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, it is only within the used area that is subject to determination of the occurrence of a RAM abnormality, and if it is impossible to read or write data in the unusable area, a RAM abnormality occurs. not judged to have It should be noted that not only the inside of the used area but also both the inside of the used area and the out-of-use area may be determined as the occurrence of the RAM abnormality. With this setting, when data cannot be read or written in at least one of the used area and the non-used area, it is determined that a RAM abnormality has occurred, and the process described later (abnormality Time initialization processing, game stop state setting) may be performed.
This RAM abnormality is highly likely to occur due to an abnormality in the hardware itself, such as chip breakage, and requires replacement or repair of the main RAM 103 .

Then, when the backup abnormality occurs at the time of restoration from the power failure, the abnormality initialization process is executed, and the game stop state based on the occurrence of the backup abnormality is set. In addition, when the RAM abnormality occurs at the time of recovery from power failure, the abnormality initialization process is executed, and the game stop state based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality is set. In addition, when the backup abnormality and the RAM abnormality occur at the same time, the abnormality initialization process is executed, and the game stop state based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality is set with priority over the backup abnormality.
As will be described later, in the abnormal initialization process executed when the game stop state is set, all data stored in the main RAM 103 (that is, all data stored in the use area and the non-use area) Specifically, set values, game status flags, checksums, backup flags, error information, various data relating to game progress, and game performance data) are cleared.

When the game stop state based on the occurrence of the backup abnormality is set, the setting change conditions (specifically, the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM When the clear switch 109 is turned on and the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, the setting change state is set, and then the setting switch 108 is turned off to set the playable state. On the other hand, when the setting change condition is not satisfied, the player stays in the game stop state.
In addition, when the game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set, the setting change condition is set in the state where the RAM abnormality is canceled when the power is restored (the main RAM 103 has been replaced or repaired and there is no RAM abnormality). The setting change state is set by satisfying the condition, and then the game ready state is set by turning off the setting switch 108 . On the other hand, when the RAM abnormality is not canceled when the power is restored, or when the setting change condition is not satisfied, the game stays in the game stop state.
That is, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of backup abnormality or RAM abnormality, even if the power is turned on again, the game ready state is not directly set. A playable state is set (shifted to a playable state) through a setting change state that is set by turning on the power while the setting change condition is satisfied.

(Setting of control state at power failure recovery)
The control states that are set when the power is restored will be specifically described below with reference to FIGS. 19 to 20. FIG.
(1) When the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is off, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the control immediately before the power failure occurs. State is set. That is, the control state at the time of power failure recovery remains the control state that was in place immediately before the power failure occurred.
Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the playable state and the special game is being played, the special game is restarted when the power failure is restored.
In principle, the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment stays in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state only while the setting switch 108 is on. In the above case, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state, the setting change state is set when the power failure was restored, and when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting confirmation state, the power failure is restored. However, since the setting switch 108 is off, the playable state is set (changed to the playable state) immediately after the setting change state or setting confirmation state is set. .

(2) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the control immediately before the power failure occurs. State is set.
Further, when the stay mode immediately before the occurrence of the power failure is the playable mode and the special game is being played, the special game is restarted when the power failure is restored.
Also, in this case, when the setting change state or the setting confirmation state is set at the time of power failure recovery, the game ready state is not set immediately thereafter.

(3) When the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is off, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the game ready state or the setting confirmation state, normal initialization is executed based on the RAM clear switch 109 being turned on when the power failure is restored. Processing is performed and a playable state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state, normal initialization processing is performed at the time of power failure recovery, and the setting change state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of power failure is the game stop state, the game stop state is set at the time of power failure recovery.
Further, as will be described later, in the normal initialization process executed based on the RAM clear switch 109 being turned on, the data stored in the second to fourth areas in the used area of the main RAM 103 (that is, check sum, backup flag, error information, and various data related to the progress of the game) are cleared. Therefore, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of the power failure was the playable state, when the hold was stored or during the variable display of the special symbols or normal symbols, the stored hold is cleared. The variable display of special symbols and normal symbols is reset. When the special game is in progress, this special game is also reset.
Also, if the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state and the setting value was being changed, the setting value is not cleared by the above-described normal initialization processing, so the setting value that was set after the power failure is restored. Even in the change state, the set value (the set value stored in the main RAM 103) that was being changed immediately before the power failure occurred is maintained as it is. Then, immediately after the setting change state is set, the playable state is set. As a result, the setting change state is terminated, and the setting values being changed are determined as described later.

(4) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the game enabled state and the setting confirmation state, normal initialization processing is performed at the time of power failure recovery, and the game enabled state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state, normal initialization processing is performed at the time of power failure recovery, and the setting change state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of power failure is the game stop state, the game stop state is set at the time of power failure recovery.
Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of the power failure is the playable state, when the hold is stored or when the variable display of the special symbols or the normal symbols is being performed, the stored hold is cleared, The variable display of special symbols and normal symbols is reset. When the special game is in progress, this special game is also reset.
In addition, if the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state and the set value was being changed, even in the setting change state set after the power failure recovery, the settings that were being changed immediately before the power failure occurred The value is kept as is. Since the playable state is not set immediately after the setting change state is set and the setting change state is not terminated, the setting value being changed is not finalized at this time.

(5) When the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 19, even if the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, the control state immediately before the power failure occurs when the power failure is restored. is set.
Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the game-enabled state and the special game is being played, the special game is restarted when the power failure is restored.
In addition, the playable state is set immediately after the setting change state or setting confirmation state is set.

(6) When the setting switch 108 is on, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the playable state and the setting confirmation state, the setting confirmation state is set when the power is restored. Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the setting change state, the setting change state is set when the power failure is restored. Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of power failure is the game stop state, the game stop state is set at the time of power failure recovery.
Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the game-enabled state and the special game is being played, the setting confirmation state is set when the power failure is restored, and then the special game is restarted when the setting switch 108 is turned off. be done.
Also, the playable state is not set immediately after the setting change state is set.

(7) When the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 19, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the game enabled state and the setting confirmation state, normal initialization processing is performed at the time of power failure recovery, and the game enabled state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state, normal initialization processing is performed at the time of power failure recovery, and the setting change state is set. Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of power failure is the game stop state, the game stop state is set at the time of power failure recovery.
Further, when the control state immediately before the occurrence of the power failure is the playable state, when the hold is stored or when the variable display of the special symbols or the normal symbols is being performed, the stored hold is cleared, The variable display of special symbols and normal symbols is reset. When the special game is in progress, this special game is also reset.
In addition, if the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state and the set value was being changed, even in the setting change state set after the power failure recovery, the settings that were being changed immediately before the power failure occurred The value is kept as is. Then, immediately after the setting change state is set, the playable state is set. As a result, the setting change state is terminated, and the setting value being changed is determined.

(8) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, no backup abnormality occurs, and no RAM abnormality occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 19, even if the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the normal initialization process is executed and the setting change state is changed. set.
In addition, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the playable state, when the suspension is stored or when the special symbols or the normal symbols are displayed in a variable manner, the stored suspension is cleared, The variable display of special symbols and normal symbols is reset. When the special game is in progress, this special game is also reset.
In addition, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state and the setting value was being changed, even in the setting change state set after the power failure recovery, the settings being changed immediately before the power failure occurred The value is kept as is. Since the playable state is not set immediately after the setting change state is set and the setting change state is not terminated, the setting value being changed is not finalized at this point.

(9) When backup abnormality occurs and RAM abnormality does not occur when power is restored (except when setting switch 108, RAM clear switch 109, and body frame open detection sensor 2a are all ON).
That is, when the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, the backup abnormality occurs, and the RAM abnormality does not occur, the setting switch 108 is turned on. , the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is off, the backup abnormality has occurred, and the RAM abnormality has not occurred, the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, and the main body frame open detection is detected. If the sensor 2a is off, a backup error has occurred, and no RAM error has occurred, the setting switch 108 is on, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is off, a backup error has occurred, and the RAM If there is no abnormality, the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, there is a backup abnormality, and if there is no RAM abnormality, the setting switch 108 is on, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, a backup error has occurred, and no RAM error has occurred, the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, and the main body frame When the open detection sensor 2a is on, the backup abnormality has occurred, and the RAM abnormality has not occurred, the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the game ready state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state. In either case, when power is restored, an abnormality initialization process is executed, and a game stop state is set based on the occurrence of a backup abnormality (see FIG. 19).

(10) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, a backup abnormality has occurred, and a RAM abnormality has not occurred at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 19, even if the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, the abnormal initialization process is executed when the power failure is restored. , the configuration change state is set.
In addition, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is the playable state, when the suspension is stored or when the special symbols or the normal symbols are displayed in a variable manner, the stored suspension is cleared, The variable display of special symbols and normal symbols is reset. When the special game is in progress, this special game is also reset.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, in this case (when a backup abnormality has occurred at the time of power failure recovery), the setting value is also cleared in the abnormality initialization process executed at the time of power failure recovery. It is designed to be Therefore, if the control state immediately before the power failure occurred was the setting change state and the setting value was being changed, the setting value being changed immediately before the power failure occurred in the setting change state set after the power failure recovery. (the setting value stored in the main RAM 103) is not maintained, and the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 is changed to a predetermined setting value (“1” in this embodiment) as an initial value. Since the playable state is not set immediately after the setting change state is set and the setting change state is not terminated, the setting value is not determined at this time.

(11) When the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is off, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is executed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not a RAM abnormality has occurred when a backup abnormality occurs when power is restored and when normal initialization processing is executed when power is restored. ing. Therefore, when the normal initialization process is not executed at the time of recovery from power failure and no backup abnormality has occurred, it may not be possible to discover (detect) the occurrence of the RAM abnormality. In this case, even if a RAM abnormality occurs, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the control state at power failure recovery is set in the same manner as in the case of (1) above.

(12) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is performed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
In addition, even if a RAM abnormality has occurred, if it cannot be found that a RAM abnormality has occurred, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the above (2) ), the setting of the control state at the time of power failure recovery is performed.

(13) When the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is performed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
Incidentally, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, it is only within the used area that is subject to determination of the occurrence of a RAM abnormality. , it is not determined that a RAM abnormality has occurred. When it is not determined that a RAM abnormality has occurred, it is assumed that a RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the control state at power failure recovery is set in the same manner as in the above-described case (3). .

(14) When the setting switch 108 is ON, the RAM clear switch 109 is ON, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is OFF, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the game ready state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is performed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
If it is not determined that the RAM abnormality has occurred as described above, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the control state at the time of power failure recovery is set in the same manner as in the case of (4) above. is done.

(15) When the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the game ready state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is executed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
In addition, if it is not possible to find out that a RAM error has occurred, even if a RAM error has occurred, it is assumed that the RAM error has not occurred, and the above-mentioned (5) ), the setting of the control state at the time of power failure recovery is performed.

(16) When the setting switch 108 is ON, the RAM clear switch 109 is OFF, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is ON, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the game ready state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is executed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
In addition, even if a RAM abnormality has occurred, if it cannot be found that the RAM abnormality has occurred, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the above (6) ), the setting of the control state at the time of power failure recovery is performed.

(17) When the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, no backup error occurs, and a RAM error occurs when power is restored. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is executed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
If it is not determined that the RAM abnormality has occurred as described above, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the control state at the time of recovery from power failure is set in the same manner as in the case of (7) above. is done.

(18) When the setting switch 108 is turned on, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned on, no backup abnormality occurs, and a RAM abnormality occurs at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 20, when the control state immediately before the power failure occurs is any of the playable state, the setting change state, the setting confirmation state, and the game stop state, when the power failure is restored, the abnormal initialization processing is executed. It is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of RAM abnormality is set.
If it is not determined that the RAM abnormality has occurred as described above, it is assumed that the RAM abnormality has not occurred, and the control state at the time of recovery from power failure is set in the same manner as in the case of (8) above. is done.
As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a RAM abnormality occurs, the game stop state is set in preference to the setting change state even when the setting change condition is satisfied. Become.

(19) When a backup abnormality occurs and a RAM abnormality occurs when the power is restored. OFF, backup error occurred, RAM error not occurred, setting switch 108 ON, RAM clear switch 109 OFF, body frame open detection sensor 2a OFF, backup error occurred, RAM error occurred If not, the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, there is a backup abnormality, and if there is no RAM abnormality, the setting switch 108 is turned on. If the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off, a backup abnormality has occurred, and no RAM abnormality has occurred, the setting switch 108 is turned off, the RAM clear switch 109 is turned off, and the main body frame open detection sensor If 2a is ON, backup error has occurred, and RAM error has not occurred, setting switch 108 is ON, RAM clear switch 109 is OFF, body frame open detection sensor 2a is ON, backup error has occurred, RAM error If there is no occurrence, the setting switch 108 is off, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, there is a backup abnormality, and if there is no RAM abnormality, the setting switch 108 is On, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, the backup abnormality has occurred, and the RAM abnormality has not occurred. In any of the setting confirmation mode and the game stop mode, when the power is restored, the initialization process at the time of abnormality is executed, and the game stop state based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality is prioritized over the game stop state based on the occurrence of the backup abnormality. is set (see FIG. 20).

Then, when the setting confirmation state or the setting change state is set by executing the above-described processes (1) to (19), the setting stored in the main RAM 103 is displayed on the main information display device 105. value is displayed. Further, when the playable state is set, the main information display device 105 displays game performance display information based on the game performance data stored in the main RAM 103 . Further, when the game stop state is set, the main information display device 105 displays a code indicating that the game stop state has been set.
If the playable state is set immediately after the setting confirmation state or the setting change state is set, the main information display device 105 displays the setting value for a moment, and then the gameable state is set. Then, the game performance display information is displayed.

Further, when the setting confirmation state or the setting change state is set based on the setting switch 108 being ON, when the setting switch 108 is subsequently turned OFF, the setting confirmation state or the setting change state being set can be played. A process for switching to the state is executed, and the playable state is set. By setting the playable state, the display of the main information display device 105 is also switched to the corresponding content.

Also, during setting of the setting change state, on condition that the body frame open detection sensor 2a detects the opening of the body frame 2, each time the push button 109a is pressed and the RAM clear switch 109 is turned on. , the setting values stored in the main RAM 103 are changed step by step. Specifically, the set value stored in the main RAM 103 is changed to a value incremented by one.
For example, if the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 is "2" and the push button 109a is pressed while the body frame 2 is open, the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 is changed to "2". It will be changed to "3". Then, each time the push button 109a is pushed while the body frame 2 is open, the set value stored in the main RAM 103 is changed from "4"→"5"→"6". is changed to "1". It should be noted that each time the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 is changed, the display of the setting value on the main information display device 105 is also changed.
When the setting switch 108 is turned off, the setting values stored in the main RAM 103 cannot be changed thereafter. That is, the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 at this time is determined as the new setting value.

(Processing when set value error occurs)
When noise or the like occurs in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the setting value stored in the usage area of the main RAM 103 is an abnormal value (for example, a value smaller than "1" or a value larger than "6"). etc.) may occur. In this way, when a situation occurs in which the stored set value becomes an abnormal value (hereinafter referred to as a set value abnormality), a jackpot lottery cannot be performed based on an appropriate set value, It may seriously affect the progress of the game.
Therefore, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value abnormality has occurred at the time when the above-described jackpot lottery or normal symbol lottery is performed during the playable state. Set value abnormality determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that a set value abnormality has occurred in this set value abnormality determination process, the above-described abnormality initialization process is executed, and a game stop state based on the occurrence of the set value abnormality is set. .
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, since the next big win lottery and special symbol fluctuation display are not performed during the execution of the special game, the set value abnormality determination process based on the big win lottery is not performed in the special game. Can only be run while running. On the other hand, since the lottery of normal symbols is performed in both non-execution and execution of the special game, the set value abnormality determination process based on the lottery of normal symbols is performed during non-execution and during execution of the special game. Either method is feasible.

When a game stop state based on the occurrence of a set value abnormality is set, the setting change state is set by satisfying the setting change condition at the time of power failure recovery, and then the setting switch 108 is turned off, so that the game can be played. Enable state is set. On the other hand, when the setting change condition is not satisfied, the player stays in the game stop state.
That is, when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of a set value abnormality, the game can be played directly even if the power is turned on again in the same way as when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of a backup abnormality or RAM abnormality. The playable state is set through a setting change state that is set by turning on the power while the setting change condition is satisfied, without setting the playable state.

(Normal initialization processing, abnormal initialization processing, clear processing)
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a game stop state is set based on the occurrence of a backup abnormality, a RAM abnormality, or a set value abnormality, an abnormality initialization process is executed. In this abnormality initialization process, as described above, all data stored in the main RAM 103 (all data stored in the used area and the non-used area, specifically, set values, game state flags, checksums, , backup flag, error information, various data relating to the progress of the game, game performance data) are cleared.
It should be noted that when a game stop state is set based on the occurrence of a backup abnormality, a RAM abnormality, or a setting value abnormality, the default setting value of "1" is set in the main RAM 103 by setting a setting change state. It may be automatically stored in the used area.

Also, when the power is restored, if the RAM clear switch 109 is ON and a control state other than the game stop state (game enabled state, setting change state, setting confirmation state) is set, normal initialization processing is performed. is executed. In this normal initialization process, as described above, the data (checksum, backup flag, error information, and various data relating to the progress of the game) stored in the second to fourth areas in the used area of the main RAM 103 are cleared.
Further, when the RAM clear switch 109 is off at the time of power failure recovery, a clearing process for clearing a part of the main RAM 103 is executed. In this clearing process, the data (that is, checksum, backup flag, and error information) stored in the second and third areas in the used area of the main RAM 103 are cleared.

(Summary of processing at the time of power failure recovery in launch payout control board 200)
As described above, at the time of recovery from power failure, the launch payout control board 200 also compares the checksum of the payout RAM 203 calculated at the time of power failure with the checksum of the payout RAM 203 calculated at the time of recovery from the power failure. By checking the backup flag set at the time of power failure, whether or not there is a mismatch between the data stored in the payout RAM 203 at the time of power failure and the data stored in the payout RAM 203 at the time of recovery from the power failure. is determined.
The payout CPU 201 determines that the above-described inconsistency occurs when at least one of the backup flag and the checksum is abnormal, and neither the backup flag nor the checksum is abnormal. It is determined that the above-mentioned inconsistency does not occur if
Then, when it is determined that the above-described inconsistency occurs, a payout initialization process of clearing the entire area of the payout RAM 203 (clearing all data stored in the payout RAM 203) is executed. When it is determined that no inconsistency has occurred, a payout clear process of clearing a part of the payout RAM 203 (clearing part of the data stored in the payout RAM 203) is executed.

Specifically, the payout RAM 203 has a first timekeeping data storage area and a second timekeeping data storage area for storing timekeeping data for measuring various times, and a second timekeeping data storage area for storing control data for operating the payout motor 62 . 1 control data storage area and 2nd control data storage area; 1st judgment data storage area and 2nd judgment data storage area for storing judgment data for error judgment; 1 start data storage area and 2nd start data storage area, buffer area for storing commands received from main control board 100, etc., prize ball number storage area for storing the number of paid out prize balls, transmission to the outside of pachinko machine P A signal storage area for storing data related to signals to be played, a communication data storage area for storing data such as commands sent and received with the game ball lending device R, an unused unused storage area, and a stack area are provided. It is
Then, in the payout initialization process, all the areas described above are cleared. On the other hand, in the payout clear process, only the first timing data storage area, the first control data storage area, the first determination data storage area, the first start data storage area, the unused storage area, and the stack area are cleared. .

(Outline of various controls when the game stop state is set)
As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the special game, the normal game, and the special game are being executed in the playable state, the setting value abnormality occurs due to noise etc. As a result, a game stop state may be set based on the occurrence of a set value abnormality. Also, in the above case, for example, a momentary power failure (that is, instantaneous power failure) occurred, and when the power failure was restored (when the power was restored), a backup abnormality or RAM abnormality occurred in the main control board 100. As a result, a game stop state may be set based on the occurrence of backup abnormality or RAM abnormality.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when staying in the game stop state due to the above setting, the special game that was being executed during the game possible state before the game stop state was set , Normal game, and special game are not performed, and the game does not progress.

Specifically, in the playable state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 transmits a firing permission signal to the firing payout control board 200 (the firing permission signal is turned on), and the connection flag stored in the payout RAM 203 is set. If it is on (the connection signal is on), the game ball is shot when the operation handle 5 is rotated.
On the other hand, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 stops transmitting the firing permission signal to the firing payout control board 200 (the firing permission signal is turned off), and is stored in the payout RAM 203 . Even if the connection flag is ON, the game ball is not shot even if the operation handle 5 is rotated.
In addition, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not detect the entry of the game ball into the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16 or the passage of the game ball through the gate 20. ing. As a result, even if the game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, the jackpot lottery based on the entering ball is not performed, and even if the game ball passes through the gate 20, it will not be entered into the passage. The lottery for the normal pattern based on is not performed, and new prize balls, new special random number pending memory, and new normal random number pending memory are not generated.
In addition, when the special symbol variation display, the normal symbol variation display, and the special game are executed during the playable state, when the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 changes the special symbol. The variable display, the variable display of the normal symbols, and the execution of the special game are stopped.
As described above, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 performs the above-described control so that the game does not progress.

In addition, in the playable state, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, a predetermined start point after the ball enters (for example, the start point of the variable display of special symbols). to a predetermined end point (for example, when a predetermined time (for example, 3000 ms) has elapsed from the predetermined start point), the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 operates the pachinko machine via the external information terminal board 500. Control is performed to transmit a winning signal to the outside of P. In addition, in the playable state, when a jackpot is won, a predetermined start time after winning the jackpot (for example, the start of a special game based on the win of the jackpot) and a predetermined end time (for example, the winning of the jackpot) The main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 controls the transmission of a jackpot signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P via the external information terminal board 500 until the special game ends).
As a result, even in a device external to the pachinko machine P, it is possible to grasp the fluctuation display of the special symbols based on the ball entering the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, the winning of the jackpot, and the like. .

On the other hand, in the game stop state, since the game does not progress as described above, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 controls the transmission of the winning signal and the jackpot signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P. It has become so.
For example, when the game is stopped during transmission of the winning signal described above, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 stops the variable display of the special symbols, so the main CPU 101 stops transmitting the winning signal during execution. It becomes impossible to stop, and the prize winning signal remains transmitted. Further, when the game is stopped when the above-described winning signal is not transmitted, even if the game ball enters the first start winning port 15 or the second starting winning port 16 after that, the main control Since the main CPU 101 of the circuit board 100 does not detect the entry of the ball, the main CPU 101 cannot start transmitting the winning signal.
In addition, when the game is stopped during transmission of the above-described jackpot signal, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 stops executing the special game, so the main CPU 101 stops sending the jackpot signal during execution. and the jackpot signal remains transmitted. Further, when the game is stopped while the above-described jackpot signal is not transmitted, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not start the special game after that, so the main CPU 101 transmits the above-described jackpot signal. never start.

Further, when the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 causes the main information display device 105 to display an error code, and the sub control board 300 issues a game stop command indicating that the game stop state has been set. A predetermined security signal is transmitted to the outside of the pachinko machine P via the external information terminal board 500 .
When a game stop command is received by the sub control board 300, a predetermined notification image is displayed on the effect display device 21, a predetermined notification sound is output from the audio output device 21, and the front door notification lamp DL and the state notification lamp EL are output. lights up in a predetermined lighting pattern to notify that the game stop state has been set. The security signal transmitted to the outside of the pachinko machine P can be received by the hall computer or an external display device for displaying various information. , and the fact that the game stop state has been set can be notified on the external display device.

(Overview of control of movable piece 16b and open/close door 18b during game stop state)
Furthermore, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the operation of the movable piece 16b of the second starting prize winning port 16 and the opening/closing door 18b of the big winning prize port 18 is restricted in the game stop state.
Specifically, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 controls not to operate the starting winning opening solenoid 16c that drives the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning opening 16 to open and close. Control is performed so as not to operate the big winning opening solenoid 18c that drives the open/close door 18b of the winning opening 18 to open and close.

As a result, for example, when the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16 is open during the game ready state, the movable piece 16b is closed when the game stop state is set, and the movable piece 16b is closed during the game stop state. remains closed. Further, for example, when the opening/closing door 18b of the big winning opening 18 is open during the game ready state, the opening/closing door 18b is closed when the game stop state is set, and the opening/closing door 18b is closed during the game stop state. state is maintained.
Further, for example, when the game stop state is set before the movable piece 16b of the second start prize-winning opening 16 opens after winning in the lottery of normal symbols during the playable state, the movable piece 16b is opened. The movable piece 16b remains closed while the game is stopped. Also, for example, a special game is being executed during the playable state, and after a predetermined round game is completed and the opening/closing door 18b of the big winning opening 18 is closed, the next round game is started and before the opening/closing door 18b is opened. When the game stop state is set in , the opening/closing door 18b is not opened, and the opening/closing door 18b remains closed during the game stop state.

(Overview of control related to game ball payout during game stoppage)
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the game is stopped, the main CPU 101 performs the control described above so that the game does not progress.
In addition, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 stops transmission of the launch permission signal to the launch payout control board 200, thereby stopping the control of shooting game balls by the launch payout control board 200. FIG. On the other hand, in the game stop state, the main CPU 101 outputs signals and commands for limiting or stopping various controls performed by the firing payout control board 200, except for stopping transmission of the firing permission signal. No transmission to the substrate 200 is performed. Therefore, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the game ball payout control by the launch payout control board 200 is not stopped even in the game stop state.

Specifically, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 responds based on the entry of the game ball into the general winning opening 14, the first starting winning opening 15, the second starting winning opening 16 or the big winning opening 18. Even if the game stop state is set after transmitting the prize ball designation command for paying out the number of prize balls to the launch payout control board 200 (that is, after the launch payout control board 200 receives the prize ball designation command). , the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 outputs a board stop command for stopping the operation of the launch payout control board 200, a payout stop command for stopping the payout of game balls, and a motor for stopping the payout motor 62. A stop command or the like is not transmitted to the launch payout control board 200 .

As a result, for example, the game stop state is set when the prize balls are sequentially paid out due to the game balls entering the big winning hole 18 during the execution of the special game (that is, the game possible state). Even in this case, all prize balls based on the above-mentioned entering balls will be paid out. In other words, all the prize balls that have been acquired by entering the game balls into the big winning hole 18 before the game stop state is set but have not yet been paid out at the time the game stop state is set are paid out. be
As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a game ball enters one of the winning holes during the playable state, and the game stop state is set during payout of prize balls based on the entered ball. In this case, the progress of the game by the main control board 100 and the shooting of game balls by the shooting payout control board 200 are stopped, but the payout of prize balls by the shooting payout control board 200 is not stopped even during the game stop state. be done continuously.

Similarly, the player presses the ball lending button 36, and after the game ball lending device R transmits a lending ball dispensing command for dispensing a predetermined number of gaming balls as lending balls to the launch dispensing control board 200, the game is played. Even if the stop state is set, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not transmit the board stop command, payout stop command, motor stop command, etc. to the launch payout control board 200 .
As a result, even if a game stop state is set when a predetermined number of game balls (rental balls) are being paid out by pressing the ball lending button 36, all the predetermined number of game balls are released. will be paid out. That is, even though the ball lending button 36 is pressed before the game stop state is set and the game balls are started to be put out, the game balls that have not yet been put out at the time the game stop state is set are all included. be paid out.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the operations of the game ball lending device R, the value information display device 35, the ball lending switch 36a, and the card return switch 37a are not restricted even when the game is stopped. , the transmission of signals and commands from these devices and the reception of signals and commands by these devices are not restricted.
Therefore, even during the game stop state, when the ball lending button 36 is pressed down, the game ball lending device R transmits the lending ball payout command to the launch payout control board 200 . Further, as described above, even if the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not transmit board stop commands, payout stop commands, motor stop commands, etc. to the launch payout control board 200 .
As a result, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, all the predetermined number of game balls are paid out even when the ball lending button 36 is pressed while the game is stopped.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, value information is continuously displayed on the value information display device 35 even during the game stop state. Further, even when the ball lending button 36 is pressed while the game is stopped, the game ball lending device R transmits the subtraction command to the value information display device 35. Therefore, even when the game is stopped, the value information The value information is updated and displayed on the display device 35 .
Further, even when the card return button 37 is pressed while the game is stopped, the card return switch 37a transmits the return request signal to the game ball lending device R, so that the game balls can be returned even when the game is stopped. The lending device R controls ejection of the card.

(Summary of determination of payout-related error during game stop state)
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, out of ball error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, ball clogging error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control connection error among payout related errors, Occurrence determination (occurrence detection) is performed in the launch payout control board 200 . Among the payout-related errors, the main control board 100 determines whether or not the door opening error occurs (detects the occurrence).

Here, during the playable state, both the main control board 100 and the firing payout control board 200 determine the occurrence of corresponding errors.
On the other hand, during the game stop state, as described above, the main control board 100 performs control to prevent the game from progressing. It has become. Therefore, during the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not determine the occurrence of the door open error. During the game stop state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 does not determine the occurrence of not only the door opening error but also the main control-related error.

On the other hand, during the game stop state, signals and commands (such as board stop commands) for limiting or stopping various controls in the launch payout control board 200 are not transmitted to the launch payout control board 200. The determination of the occurrence of an error is made by the control board 200 . Therefore, even during the game stop state, the payout CPU 201 of the launch payout control board 200 continues to perform ball out error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, ball clogging error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor Determines whether an error or main control connection error has occurred.

(Outline of signal transmission to the outside of the pachinko machine P while the game is stopped)
As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 controls the transmission of the winning signal and the jackpot signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P, and the payout CPU 201 of the launch payout control board 200 A control for transmitting a received prize ball signal and a payout prize ball signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P is performed.
Here, during the game-ready state, the main CPU 101 controls to transmit the winning signal and the jackpot signal, and the payout CPU 201 controls to transmit the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal.
On the other hand, during the game stop state, as described above, the control for transmitting the winning signal and the jackpot signal to the main control board 100 is restricted.

On the other hand, during the game stop state, signals and commands (board stop command, etc.) for limiting or stopping various controls in the launch payout control board 200 are not transmitted to the launch payout control board 200. The control of transmitting the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal by the control board 200 is continuously performed without being restricted.
Specifically, for example, even if the game stop state is set while the payout CPU 201 is transmitting the received prize ball signal or the payout prize ball signal, the payout CPU 201 will transmit these signals after a predetermined time elapses. ends. Further, for example, when the game balls are put out after the game stop state is set, and the number of put out game balls reaches a predetermined number, the payout CPU 201 transmits a payout prize ball signal, When the time elapses, the transmission of the payout prize ball signal by the payout CPU 201 ends.

(Outline of control when setting change state or setting confirmation state is set)
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the setting change state or the setting confirmation state is set, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 stops transmission of the firing permission signal to the firing payout control board 200, and the first start Entry of a game ball into a winning opening 15 or a second start winning opening 16 or passage of a game ball through a gate 20 is not detected, and variable display of special symbols, variable display of normal symbols, and execution of a special game are stopped. As a result, the game does not progress in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state as in the game stop state.

In the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 controls the starting winning opening solenoid 16c for opening and closing the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning opening 16 so as not to operate, and Control is performed so as not to operate the big winning opening solenoid 18c that drives the open/close door 18b of the big winning opening 18 to open and close. As a result, the movable piece 16b and the opening/closing door 18b remain closed during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, as in the game stop state.
On the other hand, during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the main CPU 101 transmits a board stop command to the firing payout control board 200 . As a result, the determination of game ball payout and payout-related error by the launch payout control board 200 is stopped, and the control of the transmission of the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P is restricted. ing.
Even during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the main CPU 101 does not transmit a board stop command to the launch payout control board 200, so that the launch payout control board 200 can determine the payout of game balls and the payout-related error. While being continuously performed, the control of the transmission of the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P may not be restricted.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the setting confirmation state is set, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting confirmation state command indicating that the setting confirmation state has been set to the sub control board 300 . When the sub CPU 301 of the sub control board 300 receives the setting confirmation state command transmitted by the main CPU 101, the sub CPU 301 executes the accessory confirmation process. In this role product confirmation process, the position of the role product effect device YS at the time of execution of the process is confirmed. ), control is performed to displace the role product production device YS to the initial position.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the playable state is set, the main CPU 101 transmits a playable state command indicating that the playable state has been set to the sub control board 300, and the setting change state is changed. When set, the main CPU 101 transmits to the sub control board 300 a setting change state command indicating that the setting change state has been set. Further, when the above-described setting confirmation state is terminated, the main CPU 101 transmits to the sub control board 300 a setting confirmation state end command indicating that the setting confirmation state is terminated.
Then, the sub CPU 301 of the sub control board 300 executes the accessory initial process upon receiving the playable state command, the setting change state command, and the setting confirmation state end command transmitted by the main CPU 101 . In this accessory initial process, control is performed to displace the accessory effect device YS to the movable position and then to the initial position.
It should be noted that if the setting confirmation state ends during execution of the above-described accessory confirmation processing, a situation may occur in which the accessory confirmation processing and the accessory initial processing are executed in duplicate. One process may be preferentially executed and the execution of the other process may be restricted. For example, the accessory confirmation process being executed may be continued, and the accessory initial process may not be performed. Also, the role product confirmation process being executed may be continued, and the role product initial process may be executed after the accessory confirmation process is completed. Also, the accessory initial process may be executed after forcibly terminating the accessory confirmation process being executed. Also, after forcibly ending the character product confirmation process being executed, if the character product effect device YS is not at the initial position, it may be displaced to the initial position, and then the character product initial process may be executed. .

As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, in the game stop state, the setting change state, or the setting confirmation state, which are control states in which the game does not progress, the movable piece 16b of the second start-up prize-winning port 16 and the big prize-winning port The operation of the opening/closing door 18b of 18 is restricted, and the movable piece 16b and the big winning opening 18 remain closed during the control state in which the game does not progress.
As a result, even though the game is not progressing, the start winning opening solenoid 16c and the big winning opening solenoid 18c continue to operate, for example, these components heat up and break down or break. situation can be prevented. In addition, by keeping the second start winning opening 16 and the big winning opening 18 open, it is possible to prevent cheating such as inserting illegal parts into these winning openings to obtain prize balls while the game is not in progress. .

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, in the game stop state, which is a control state in which the game does not progress, game balls are not shot, but game balls are paid out by the shooting payout control board 200 (prize ball payout). Also, the value information display device 35 displays value information, the game ball rental device R discharges cards, and the like.
As a result, for example, although the game ball entered one of the winning holes before the game stop state was set, the payout of the prize balls was stopped due to the game stop state being set, Disadvantages such as not being able to acquire some of the prize balls based on the above-mentioned entering ball, and the game stop state even though the player pressed the ball lending switch 36 before the game stop state was set Disadvantages such as not being able to acquire a part of the rental balls due to the stoppage of the rental balls due to the setting can be prevented. Also, even if the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 performs special processing such as sending a signal or command to stop the operation or to stop the payout of game balls to the launch payout control board 200. Since there is no need to execute it, it is possible to prevent an increase in the load on hardware resources such as the main CPU 101 .

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, during the game stop state, which is a control state in which the game does not progress, the main control board 100 does not make the determination of the occurrence of an error, but the launch payout control board does not perform the determination. For an error whose occurrence is determined in 200, the determination is made.
As a result, even during a game stop state in which the game ball payout control by the launch payout control board 200 is continuously performed, the equipment related to the game ball payout (payout motor 62, payout counting switch 63, etc.) operates. It is possible to reliably grasp the occurrence of an error caused by an abnormality or a fraudulent act on the device, and to maintain the security of the ejection payout control board 200 . Further, even if the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 does not need to execute special processing such as sending a signal or command to stop the operation to the launch payout control board 200. Since error determination is not performed in 100, it is possible to prevent an increase in the load on hardware resources such as the main CPU 101 and the like.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, during the game stop state, which is a control state in which the game does not progress, the main control board 100 controls the transmission of winning signals and jackpot signals to the outside of the pachinko machine P. , The control of the transmission of the received prize ball signal and the paid-out prize ball signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P by the launch payout control board 200 is not restricted.
Thus, even in a game stop state in which the game ball payout control by the shooting payout control board 200 is continuously performed, the information on the game ball payout is surely grasped even in a device outside the pachinko machine P. be able to. Further, even if the game stop state is set, the main CPU 101 does not need to execute special processing such as sending a command to stop sending signals to the outside of the pachinko machine P to the launch payout control board 200. Also, since the control of the transmission of winning signals and jackpot signals by the main control board 100 is restricted, it is possible to prevent the load on hardware resources such as the main CPU 101 from increasing.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the time for the main control board 100 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P is set longer than the time for the launch payout control board 200 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P. It is
As a result, the signal transmitted from the main control board 100 to the outside of the pachinko machine P is more reliably transmitted to the outside of the pachinko machine P than the signal transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the outside of the pachinko machine P. It will happen.

It should be noted that the setting of the transmission time is not limited to this.
For example, the time for the launch payout control board 200 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P may be set longer than the time for the main control board 100 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P.
When set in this manner, the signal transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 to the outside of the pachinko machine P is more reliable than the signal transmitted from the main control board 100 to the outside of the pachinko machine P. will be transmitted to the outside of
Also, the time for the launch payout control board 200 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P and the time for the main control board 100 to transmit the signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P may be set to be the same.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the position of the role product production device YS is confirmed when the setting confirmation state is set, and if the role product production device YS is not at the initial position, the role product production device YS is activated. It is designed to be displaced to the initial position.
As a result, when the setting confirmation state is set, even if the accessory effect device YS is in a position (a position other than the initial position such as the movable position) that hinders the visual recognition of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, the , Since the role product production device YS is displaced to the initial position, the information display screen displayed on the display unit 21a in the setting confirmation state is not hidden by the role product production device YS, so that the information confirmation screen can be visually recognized reliably. It becomes possible.

(Outline of processing in pachinko machine P)
Next, the outline of the processing executed by the main control board 100 with the progress of the above-mentioned special game, normal game and special game will be described using a flowchart.
First, the power failure saving process of the main control board 100 will be described.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the voltage of the supplied power falls below a predetermined value, the main processing of the main control board 100, which will be described later, is interrupted, and the power interruption evacuation processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. 21 is executed. .

At step 100, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a power interruption occurrence signal is detected. When it is determined that the power failure occurrence signal is not detected, the power failure saving process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is detected, the process proceeds to step 101 .
At step 101, the main CPU 101 executes processing for calculating checksums of the used area and the non-used area in the main RAM 103, and stores the calculated checksums in the second area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 102 .

At step 102, the main CPU 101 reads various data stored in the storage area of the main RAM 103 (set values, gaming machine state flags indicating control states, checksums, backup flags, error information, various data relating to game progress, etc.). , game performance data) is executed, and a backup flag indicating the result of this backup processing is stored in the second area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 103 .
At step 103 , the main CPU 101 prohibits access to the main RAM 103 . This makes it impossible to store various data in the main RAM 103 and read (load) various data from the main RAM 103 thereafter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 104 .

At step 104 , the main CPU 101 stops sending the main command permission signal and the firing permission signal to the firing payout control board 200 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 105.
At step 105, the main CPU 101 sets the power interruption monitoring time (3000 ms) in the power interruption monitoring time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 106 .

At step 106, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a power interruption occurrence signal is detected. Then, when it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is detected, the process returns to step 105 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal has not been detected, the process proceeds to the next step 107 .
At step 107, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the power interruption monitoring time set at step 105 has elapsed. If it is determined that the time has not elapsed, the process returns to step 106 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the period has elapsed, the power failure saving process is terminated, and the power failure recovery process described later is executed. A subtraction timer is employed as the power failure monitoring time timer counter, and the timer counter is decremented by 1 each time the determination of detection of the power failure occurrence signal is executed. It is determined that the monitoring time has elapsed. When power failure occurs, the operation of the pachinko machine P is stopped during the loop from step 105 to step 107 described above.

Next, main processing of the main control board 100 will be described.
When power is supplied from the power supply board 600 (recovery from power failure), a system reset occurs in the main CPU 101, and the main CPU 101 executes the main processing shown in the flowchart of FIG.

At step 110, the main CPU 101 executes power failure recovery processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 111 .
At step 111, the main CPU 101 prohibits interruption of other processes. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 112 .

In step 112, the main CPU 101 updates the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number referred to when updating the winning symbol random number. This winning symbol random number initial value update random number is for determining the initial value of the winning symbol random number. That is, the winning symbol random number is updated using the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number at the time of starting the update as an initial value. When this random number range is circulated once, the winning symbol random number is continuously updated with the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number at that time as the initial value. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 113 .
At step 113, the main CPU 101 analyzes various commands used for executing a special game or a normal game. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 114 .

At step 114 , the main CPU 101 transmits the command stored in the effect transmission data storage area to the sub control board 300 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 115 .
At step 115, the main CPU 101 permits interruption of other processes. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 116 .

At step 116, the main CPU 101 updates the reach group determination random number, the reach mode determination random number, and the variation pattern random number, which are random numbers for determining the variable effect pattern (hereinafter referred to as variable effect random numbers). After the processing of step 116 is completed, the processing of steps 111 to 116 is repeatedly executed until timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is performed.

Next, the above-described power failure recovery process in step 110 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 23 .
At step 130, the main CPU 101 reads the startup program from the main ROM 102, and performs various other processes when power is restored (when the power switch 650 is turned on, when power is restored from an unexpected power interruption). perform initial setting processing. Also, the main CPU 101 starts transmitting a firing permission signal and a main command permission signal to the firing payout control board 200 (turns on the firing permission signal). Thereby, based on the rotation operation of the operation handle 5, it becomes possible to execute the control to shoot the game ball by the launch payout control board 200, and to transmit the command from the launch payout control board 200 to the main control board 100. . Also, although not shown, the main CPU 101 permits access to the main RAM 103 . As a result, various data can be stored in the main RAM 103 and various data can be read (loaded) from the main RAM 103 thereafter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 131 .
In step 131, the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the main RAM 103 at this time, and the calculated checksum and the checksum stored in the second area of the main RAM 103 (calculated immediately before the power failure occurred in step 101). checksum) and the backup flag stored in the second area, it is determined whether or not a backup abnormality has occurred. Then, when it is determined that a backup abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to step 136 . On the other hand, if it is determined that no backup abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to the next step 132 .

At step 132, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 109 is on. Then, if it is determined that the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the process proceeds to step 136 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the RAM clear switch 109 is not on (that is, off), the process proceeds to next step 133 .
At step 133, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the control state during stay is the playable state, the setting switch 108 is on, and the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, that is, the gameable state is terminated and the setting confirmation state is reached. It is determined whether or not the conditions for setting are satisfied. Then, if it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (that is, the control state during stay is the setting confirmation state, the setting change state, or the game stop state, the setting switch 108 is off, or the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is off is satisfied), go to step 135 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to the next step 134 .
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, the gaming machine status flag indicating the control status during stay is stored in the first area in the usage area of the main RAM 103. By referring to the state flag, the control state during stay can be determined.

At step 134, the main CPU 101 sets a setting confirmation state and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating that in the first area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 135 .
At step 135, the main CPU 101 executes the initialization process at the time of abnormality when the game stop state has been set, and when the setting change state has been set or the setting confirmation state has been set at step 134 described above. If so, execute clear processing. Then go to step 144 .

If it is determined in step 131 that a backup error has occurred, and if it is determined in step 132 that the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the main CPU 101 determines that a RAM error has occurred in step 136. Determine whether or not Then, if it is determined that no RAM abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to step 138 . On the other hand, if it is determined that a RAM abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to the next step 137 .
At step 137, the main CPU 101 sets a game stop state based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality, and stores in the first area a gaming machine state flag indicating that the game stop state has been set based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality. Further, the main CPU 101 executes stop-related processing based on the setting of the game stop state. Specifically, as the stop-related processing, the processing of stopping the transmission of the firing permission signal to the firing payout control board 200 (the processing of turning off the firing permission signal), the variable display of the special symbol before setting the game stop state, Variable display of normal symbols, processing to stop these if special games are being executed, processing to stop determination of payout related error (door opening error) and main control related error, winning signal and jackpot signal Pachinko machine A process of stopping (restricting) the control of transmission to the outside of P, a process of displaying an error code on the main information display device 105, a process of transmitting a security signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P, etc. are executed. As a result, even if the operation handle 5 is rotated, the control for shooting game balls by the shooting payout control board 200 cannot be executed, and the progress of the game is stopped. Furthermore, the determination of the payout-related error or the like is not performed, and the control for transmitting the winning signal and the jackpot signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P is restricted. On the other hand, the game ball payout control by the launch payout control board 200, payout-related errors (out-of-ball error, full tank error, payout count switch error, ball clogging error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control Connection error) determination, control of transmitting the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P are continuously performed. Then, go to step 143 .

In step 138 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 136 that no RAM abnormality has occurred, the main CPU 101 sets the setting change conditions (that is, the setting switch 108 is on, the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the main body frame is open). It is determined whether or not the detection sensor 2a is ON). Then, when it is determined that the setting change condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step 140 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the setting change condition is established, the process proceeds to the next step 139 .
At step 139, the main CPU 101 sets a setting change state and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating that in the first area. Then, go to step 143 .

Further, in step 140 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 138 that the setting change condition is not satisfied, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a backup abnormality has occurred. Then, when it is determined that a backup abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to step 142 . On the other hand, if it is determined that no backup abnormality has occurred, the process proceeds to the next step 141 .
At step 141, the main CPU 101 sets a playable state and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating that state in the first area. Then, go to step 143 .

Further, in step 142 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 140 that a backup abnormality has occurred, the main CPU 101 sets a game stop state based on the occurrence of the backup abnormality, and sets a gaming machine state flag indicating that. is stored in the first area. Further, the main CPU 101 executes stop-related processing based on the setting of the game stop state. Since this stop-related processing is the same as the processing content (the processing content performed in the above-described step 137) when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality, the description is omitted here. Then, go to step 143 .
At step 143, the main CPU 101 executes the abnormal initialization process when the game stop state is set, and executes the normal initialization process when the game enabled state or the setting change state is set. Then go to step 144 .

At step 144, the main CPU 101 sets a command to be transmitted to the sub-control board 300 when power is restored (for example, a game stop command indicating that a game stop state has been set) in the performance transmission data storage area. For example, when a game stop state is set, a game stop state command indicating that is set, and when a playable state is set, a game ready state command indicating that is set, and the setting is changed. When the state is set, a setting change state command is set to that effect, and when the setting confirmation state is set, a setting confirmation state command is set to that effect. The command set here is transmitted to the sub control board 300 in step 114 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 145 .
At step 145 , the main CPU 101 transmits a predetermined command corresponding to the process executed at the time of power failure recovery to the launch payout control board 200 . Specifically, when the abnormal initialization process or the normal initialization process is executed, the RAM clear designation command is transmitted to the launch payout control board 200, and when the clear process is executed, power failure recovery A designated command is transmitted to the launch payout control board 200 .
As described above, when various commands are transmitted to the launch payout control board 200, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a payout command permission signal is transmitted from the launch payout control board 200, and determines whether or not the payout command permission signal is transmitted. Various commands are sent when it is determined that a signal is being sent. Therefore, here, when it is determined that the payout command permission signal has been transmitted, the RAM clear designation command or power failure recovery designation command is transmitted, and when it is determined that the payout command permission signal has not been transmitted, these commands are transmitted. command is not sent.
Then, the process at power failure recovery is terminated.

Next, timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 will be described.
A reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 100 generates a clock pulse every predetermined period (4 milliseconds in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment). Timer interrupt processing is executed.

At step 200, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the control state during stay is a playable state. Then, when it is determined that the game is not in a playable state, the process proceeds to step 214 . On the other hand, if it is determined to be in a playable state, the process proceeds to the next step 201 .
At step 201, the main CPU 101 executes timer update processing for updating various timer counters. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 202 . In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment employs a subtraction timer, and each time the timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 is executed, the timer counter is subtracted by 1, and when it reaches 0, the subtraction is stopped. It has become.

At step 202, the main CPU 101 updates the winning symbol random number. Specifically, the random number counter is updated by adding "1", and when the result of the addition exceeds the maximum value of the random number range, the random number counter is reset to "0", and when the random number counter completes one cycle, updates the random number from the value of the initial value update random number for the winning design random number at that time. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 203 .
In step 203, the main CPU 101 detects the gate detection sensor 20a, the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a, the second starting winning opening detection sensor 16a, the big winning opening detection sensor 18a, the general winning opening detection sensor 14a, and the out opening detection sensor 19a. is determined whether or not there is an input, and based on this, a sensor detection process is executed to perform a predetermined process. This sensor detection processing is not executed during the game stop state, setting change state, or setting confirmation state. As a result, during these control states, even if a game ball enters the general winning hole 14, the first starting winning hole 15, the second starting winning hole 16, or the big winning hole 18, or the game ball passes through the gate 20, Even if it passes, a new prize ball, a new reserved memory of special random numbers, and a new reserved memory of normal random numbers do not occur. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 204 .

In step 204, the main CPU 101 executes a special figure related control process for controlling a special figure game and a special game. It should be noted that this special figure-related control process is not executed during the game stop state, during the setting change state, or during the setting confirmation state. As a result, during these control states, the lottery for big wins, the variable display of special symbols, and the special game are not executed. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 205 .
In step 205, the main CPU 101 executes a general-purpose related control process for controlling the general-purpose game. In addition, this normal figure related control process is not executed during the game stop state, during the setting change state, or during the setting confirmation state. As a result, during these control states, the normal symbol lottery is not executed. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 206 .

At step 206, the main CPU 101 executes state control processing for judging whether a door opening error or a main control-related error has occurred and performing various processing based on the occurrence of these errors.
Specifically, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not these errors have occurred. If it determines that an error has occurred, the main CPU 101 sends an error command corresponding to the type of error that has occurred to the sub control board 300 or external information. It is transmitted to the terminal board 500 . As a result, the state notification lamp EL, the front door effect lamp DL, the liquid crystal display device 21, and the like notify that the error has occurred, and the hall computer or the like is notified of the occurrence of the error. It will happen. This state control process is not executed during the game stop state, setting change state, or setting confirmation state. As a result, during these control states, the door opening error and the main control-related error are not determined. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 207 .

At step 207 , the main CPU 101 executes a payout control process for performing various processes necessary for paying out game balls on the launch payout control board 200 .
Specifically, in the payout control process that is executed first after power failure recovery, the main CPU 101 transmits a main activation information designation command to the launch payout control board 200 . In the payout control process that is first executed after receiving the payout start designation command transmitted from the launch payout control board 200 , the main CPU 101 transmits the payout start information designation command to the launch payout control board 200 .
Further, when detection signals from the general winning opening detection sensor 14a, the first starting winning opening detecting sensor 15a, the second starting winning opening detecting sensor 16a, and the big winning opening detecting sensor 18a are input to the main CPU 101, the launch payout is performed. On the condition that the payout command permission signal is transmitted from the control board 200, the main CPU 101 updates the prize ball counter provided corresponding to each detection signal, and updates the prize corresponding to each detection signal. A ball designation command is transmitted to the launch payout control board 200 .
As described above, even if the game stop state is set after the prize ball designation command is transmitted to the launch payout control board 200, the main CPU 101 sends the board stop command, payout stop command, and motor stop command to the launch payout control board 200. 200. As a result, even during the game stop state, control of the payout of prize balls by the launch payout control board 200 based on the above-described prize ball designation command is continued. On the other hand, when the setting change state or setting confirmation state is set after the prize ball designation command is transmitted, the main CPU 101 transmits the board stop command to the firing payout control board 200, so that the setting change state or During the setting confirmation state, control of payout of prize balls by the launch payout control board 200 based on the above-described prize ball designation command is not performed. Therefore, even during the payout of the prize balls, all the prize balls are not paid out.
Then, the process proceeds to the next step 208 .

In step 208, the main CPU 101 determines the game area (first game area 12a, second game area 12b) in which the game ball is launched according to the game state (normal game state, high probability time-saving game state). Execute control processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 209 .
At step 209 , the main CPU 101 executes external information control processing for controlling transmission of various signals to the external information terminal board 500 . This external information control process is executed not only in the playable state, but also in the game stop state, setting change state, and setting confirmation state. As a result, a predetermined security signal is transmitted to the outside of the pachinko machine P during the game stop state, setting change state, and setting confirmation state. On the other hand, during the playable state, the execution of this external information control process causes the above-described winning signal, jackpot signal, and errors determined by the main control board 100 to occur 18) is controlled to transmit an error signal indicating the occurrence of an abnormal prize winning error, etc.) to the outside of the pachinko machine P, but during the game stop state, setting change state and Since the game does not progress during the setting confirmation state, although the external information control process is executed, the control for transmitting the winning signal, the jackpot signal, and the error signal to the outside of the pachinko machine P is restricted.
For example, when a game stop state, a setting change state, or a setting confirmation state occurs while a winning signal is being transmitted, the main CPU 101 stops the variable display of the special symbols, so that the transmission of the winning signal can be stopped. However, the winning signal remains transmitted. Further, even if a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16 after the game stop state, the setting change state, or the setting confirmation state, the main CPU 101 does not detect the entering ball. Therefore, the transmission of the winning signal is not started.
Further, when the game stop state, the setting change state, or the setting confirmation state occur during the transmission of the jackpot signal, the main CPU 101 stops the execution of the special game, so the transmission of the jackpot signal cannot be stopped. , the jackpot signal remains transmitted. In addition, since the main CPU 101 does not start the special game after the game stop state, the setting change state, and the setting confirmation state, transmission of the jackpot signal is not started.
Further, when the game stop state, setting change state, or setting confirmation state occurs during transmission of the error signal, the main CPU 101 does not update the timer counter that counts the transmission time of the error signal (step 201 described above). Since the timer update process is skipped), transmission of the error signal cannot be stopped, and the error signal remains transmitted. After the game stop state, the setting change state, and the setting confirmation state, the main CPU 101 does not judge an error (skips the state control processing of step 206), so the transmission of the error signal is not started. .
Then, go to the next step 210 .

At step 210, the main CPU 101 generates the starting winning prize opening solenoid data for controlling the opening and closing of the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning prize opening 16, and the big prize winning opening and closing door 18b for controlling the opening and closing of the opening and closing door 18b of the big winning prize opening 18. Executes solenoid control processing for setting solenoid data in a predetermined solenoid storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 211 .
In step 211, the main CPU 101 displays various display devices (first special symbol display device 30, second special symbol display device 31, normal symbol display device 32, first special symbol reservation display device 38, second special symbol reservation display device 39 and a display data creation process for creating display data for the normal symbol reservation display device 33) is executed. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 212 .

At step 212, the main CPU 101 performs port output processing for outputting the starting winning opening solenoid data and the big winning opening solenoid data set at the above step 210 and the display data created at the above step 211 to the corresponding ports. Execute. As a result, based on these data, opening and closing of the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16, opening and closing of the open/close door 18b of the big winning opening 18, and display on various display devices are performed. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 213 .
At step 213 , the main CPU 101 executes performance display control processing for displaying game performance display information on the main information display device 105 . Then, the timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 ends.

Further, in step 214 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 200 that the control state during stay is not the playable state, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the control state during stay is the game stop state. Then, when it is determined that the game is stopped, the process proceeds to step 209 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the game is not stopped, the process proceeds to the next step 215 .
At step 215, the main CPU 101 executes setting-related processing. Then, go to step 209 .

Next, the sensor detection process of step 203 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 300 , the main CPU 101 executes gate detection processing for performing a normal symbol lottery based on the game ball passing through the gate 20 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 301 .
At step 301 , the main CPU 101 executes first start winning hole detection processing for performing a jackpot lottery based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting winning hole 15 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 302 .

At step 302 , the main CPU 101 executes a second starting winning opening detection process for performing a jackpot lottery based on the game ball entering the second starting winning opening 16 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 303 .
At step 303 , the main CPU 101 executes a special winning opening detection process for performing predetermined processing based on the fact that the game ball has entered the special winning opening 18 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 304 .
At step 304 , the main CPU 101 executes normal winning hole detection processing for performing predetermined processing based on the fact that the game ball has entered the general winning hole 14 . Then, the sensor detection process ends.

Next, the gate detection process of step 300 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 400, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a is input. If it is determined that the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a has not been input, the gate detection process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a has been input, the process proceeds to the next step 401 .
In step 401, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal pattern pending number counter (that is, the normal pattern pending number at the present time) is less than "4". If it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the gate detection processing ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than 4, the process proceeds to next step 402 .

In step 402, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the normal pattern pending number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 403 .
At step 403, the main CPU 101 acquires the winning determination random number, stores it in the general pattern reservation storage area, and terminates the gate detection process.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the first start winning opening in step 301 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 500, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal is input from the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a. When it is determined that the detection signal from the first start winning hole detection sensor 15a is not input, the first start winning hole detection processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the detection signal from the first starting prize winning opening detection sensor 15a has been input, the next step 501 is performed.
In step 501, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the first special figure reservation number counter (that is, the current first special figure reservation number) is less than "4". Then, when it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the process at the time of detection of the first start winning prize opening is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than "4", the process proceeds to step 502 below.

At step 502, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the first special figure reservation number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 503 .
At step 503, the main CPU 101 acquires the current jackpot determination random number and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 504 .

At step 504, the main CPU 101 acquires the winning symbol random number updated at step 112 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area where the jackpot determined random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 505.
At step 505, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach group determination random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 506 .

At step 506, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 507 .
At step 507, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot decision random number was stored at step 503 described above. As described above, the acquired jackpot determination random numbers, winning pattern random numbers, reach group determination random numbers, reach mode determination random numbers, and variation pattern random numbers are all stored in the same storage unit of the first reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 508 .

At step 508 , the main CPU 101 increments the value of the first start winning opening ball counter for counting the number of game balls entering the first starting winning opening 15 by one. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 509 .
At step 509, the main CPU 101 generates a start winning command indicating that the first special random number has been stored, and stores it in the performance transmission data storage area. Then, the processing at the time of detection of the first start winning prize opening is ended.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the second start winning opening in step 302 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 600, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal is input from the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a. Then, when it is determined that the detection signal from the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a is not input, the second start winning opening detection processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the detection signal from the second starting prize winning opening detection sensor 16a has been input, the next step 601 is performed.
In step 601, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the second special figure reservation number counter (that is, the current second special figure reservation number) is less than "4". Then, when it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the processing at the time of detection of the second starting winning opening is ended. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than "4", the next step 602 is performed.

In step 602, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the second special figure reservation number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 603 .
At step 603, the main CPU 101 acquires the current jackpot determination random number and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 604 .

At step 604, the main CPU 101 acquires the winning symbol random number updated at step 112 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reserved storage area in which the jackpot determined random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 605 .
At step 605, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach group determination random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 606 .

At step 606, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 607 .
At step 607, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern random number updated at step 116 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot decision random number was stored at step 603 described above. As described above, the acquired jackpot determination random numbers, winning pattern random numbers, reach group determination random numbers, reach mode determination random numbers, and variation pattern random numbers are all stored in the same storage unit of the second reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 608 .

At step 608 , the main CPU 101 increments the value of the second start winning opening ball counter for counting the number of game balls entering the second starting winning opening 16 by one. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 609 .
In step 609, the main CPU 101 generates a start winning command indicating that the second special random number has been stored, stores it in the performance transmission data storage area, and ends the second start winning opening detection process.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the big winning opening in step 303 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 610, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal has been input from the big winning opening detection sensor 18a. Then, when it is determined that the detection signal from the large winning opening detection sensor 18a is not input, the processing at the time of large winning opening detection ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the detection signal from the big winning opening detection sensor 18a has been input, the process proceeds to the next step 611 .
At step 611 , the main CPU 101 increments the value of the big winning hole entry ball counter for counting the number of game balls that have entered the big winning hole 18 by one. Then, the processing at the time of detection of the big winning opening is ended.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the general winning opening in step 304 described above will be described with reference to the flow chart of FIG.
At step 650, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal has been input from the general winning hole detection sensor 14a. When it is determined that the detection signal from the general winning hole detection sensor 14a is not input, the normal winning hole detection processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the detection signal from the general prize winning hole detection sensor 14a has been input, the process proceeds to the next step 651 .
At step 651 , the main CPU 101 increments the value of the general winning hole entry ball counter for counting the number of game balls entering the general winning hole 14 by one. Then, the normal winning hole detection processing is terminated.

Next, the special figure related control process of step 204 mentioned above is demonstrated with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 700, the main CPU 101 loads the value of the execution phase data. This execution phase data indicates which of the plurality of functional modules (subroutines) constituting the special figure-related control process is to be executed. Specifically, the execution phase data includes data "00" indicating execution of special symbol variation start processing described later, data "01" indicating execution of special symbol variation stop processing described later, and post-stop processing described later. , data "03" indicating execution of a special game control process described later, and data "04" indicating execution of a special game end process described later.
Based on the value of the execution phase data loaded in step 700, the main CPU 101 performs special symbol variation start processing (step 701), special symbol variation stop processing (step 702), post-stop processing (step 703), special Either the game control process (step 704) or the special game end process (step 705) is executed. Then, the special figure-related control process is terminated.

Next, the special symbol variation start processing of step 701 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 800, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "00" indicating execution of the special symbol variation start process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "00", the special symbol variation start process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "00", the process proceeds to the next step 801. FIG.
In step 801, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second special random number is stored in the storage section of the second reserved storage area, that is, whether or not the second special reserved number counter is "1" or more. judge. And when it determines with the 2nd special random number being memorize|stored, it progresses to step 804. FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that the second special random number is not stored, the process proceeds to the next step 802 .

In step 802, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first special figure random number is stored in the storage section of the first reserved storage area, that is, whether or not the first special figure reserved number counter is equal to or greater than "1". judge. And when it determines with the 1st special figure random number not being memorize|stored, it progresses to step 811. FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined that the first special random number is stored, the process proceeds to the next step 803 .
At step 803, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the first special figure reservation number counter by "1" and executes shift processing of the first reservation storage area. Specifically, each random number stored in the first storage unit of the first reserved storage area is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the second storage unit of the first reserved storage area . . Each random number stored in the fourth storage unit is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number by one. As a result, each random number stored in the first reserved storage area is used in a so-called first-in first-out (FIFO) process for the jackpot determination process described later. Then, go to step 805 .

Also, in step 804, which proceeds when it is determined that the second special figure random number is stored in step 801 described above, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the second special figure reservation number counter by "1". Execute the shift processing of the reserved storage area. Specifically, each random number stored in the first storage unit of the second reserved storage area is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the second storage unit of the second reserved storage area . . Each random number stored in the fourth storage unit is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number by one. As a result, each random number stored in the second reserved storage area is used in a so-called first-in first-out (FIFO) process for the jackpot determination process described later. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 805 .
At step 805, the main CPU 101 executes a jackpot lottery process. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 806 .

At step 806, the main CPU 101 executes special symbol determination processing for determining the type of special symbol. Specifically, if the result of the lottery in step 805 described above is a big win, which start winning opening the game ball entered into the big win decision random number used for the determination of the lottery? That is, after confirming whether it is the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16), the winning symbol random number determination table 111 corresponding to this is selected, and the selected table and the above step 803 or step At 804, the type of the special symbol is determined based on the winning symbol random number stored in the predetermined processing area. On the other hand, when the result of the lottery in the above step 805 is a loss, if the big hit determination random number used for the determination of the lottery is due to the entry of the game ball into the first start winning hole 15, special The symbol Y1 is determined, and if the big hit determination random number used for the determination of the lottery is due to the entry of the game ball into the second start prize winning port 16, the special symbol Y2 is determined. Then, data corresponding to the determined special symbol is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area of the main RAM103. Further, in this special symbol determination process, the current game state, that is, the game state at the time when the special symbol is determined is stored in the game state buffer. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 807 .
In addition, in the special symbol variation start processing of the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when both the first special random number and the second special random number are stored, the second special random number is given priority over the first special random number. Tokuzu random numbers are processed, but it is not limited to this, and may be processed in the order stored in the reserved storage area.

At step 807, the main CPU 101 stores a symbol determination command indicating the type of special symbol determined at step 806 in the effect transmission data storage area. As a result, information relating to the type of the determined special symbol is transmitted to the sub-control board 300 at the start of variation. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 808 .
In step 808, the main CPU 101 generates a variable effect related to determination of the variable effect pattern based on the reach group determination random number, reach mode determination random number, and variation pattern random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804. Execute pattern determination processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 809 .

At step 809 , the main CPU 101 sets variable display data for starting variable display of special symbols on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31 . As a result, when the special symbol fluctuating display is performed based on the first special symbol random number, the first special symbol display device 30 starts blinking display, and the special symbol is displayed based on the second special symbol random number. When the variable display is performed, the second special symbol display device 31 starts blinking display. Here, the blinking display means that "-" blinks at a predetermined interval on each display device.
Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the first special figure random number is stored in the first reservation storage area, the first special figure reservation display device 38 is displayed, and when the second special figure random number is stored in the second reservation storage area, the second special figure reservation display device 39 is displayed in a manner in which the second special figure reservation number can be recognized. ing. Then, when the variable display of the above-mentioned special symbols is performed based on the first special symbol random number, at the same time as the start of the variable display, the first special symbol is displayed to indicate that the first special symbol reservation number is reduced by one. When the figure reservation display device 38 is controlled for display and the variable display of the above-mentioned special symbols is performed based on the second special symbol random number, the second special figure reservation number is reduced by one at the same time as the start of the variable display. , the display of the second special figure reservation display device 39 is controlled.
Then, go to the next step 810 .

At step 810, the main CPU 101 sets the execution phase data to "01" so that the special symbol variation stop processing is executed in the special symbol related control processing, and ends the special symbol variation start processing.
In addition, in step 811, which proceeds when it is determined in step 802 that the first special random number is not stored in the first reservation storage area, the main CPU 101 performs the effect display based on the fact that the variable display is not performed. Demonstration determination processing for displaying a demonstration in the device 21 is executed. Specifically, the main CPU 101 counts the time during which the special symbols are not variably displayed, and when a predetermined demonstration start time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses without the special symbols being variably displayed. , a demonstration command for displaying a demonstration screen on the effect display device 21 is stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the special fluctuation start process is terminated.

Next, the jackpot lottery process of step 805 mentioned above is demonstrated with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 850, the main CPU 101 loads the set value stored in the first area of the main RAM 103, and determines whether the set value is normal (that is, any value from "1" to "6"). determine whether or not Then, when it is determined that this set value is a normal value, the process proceeds to step 853 . On the other hand, if it is determined that this set value is not a normal value (that is, a value less than "1" or a value greater than "6"), the next step 851 is performed.
At step 851, the main CPU 101 sets a game stop state based on the occurrence of the setting value abnormality, and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating this in the first area. Further, the main CPU 101 executes stop-related processing based on the setting of the game stop state. This stop-related processing is the same as the processing content (the processing content performed in step 137 described above) that is executed when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality, so the explanation is omitted here. Then go to step 852 .

At step 852, the main CPU 101 executes initialization processing in the event of an abnormality. Also, the main CPU 101 transmits a RAM clear designation command to the launch payout control board 200 . Then, the process proceeds to step 200 of timer interrupt processing.
Also, in step 853 to which the setting value is determined to be a normal value in step 850 described above, the main CPU 101 selects the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 and the current game One corresponding to the state is selected, and the jackpot determination process for deriving the jackpot lottery result is executed based on the selected table and the jackpot determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804. do. Then, the jackpot lottery process is terminated.

Next, the fluctuation effect pattern determination processing of step 808 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 900, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol determined at step 806 is a jackpot symbol. Then, when it is determined that the pattern is not a big hit pattern (that is, it is a losing pattern), the process proceeds to step 903 . On the other hand, when it is determined to be a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 901 .
At step 901, the main CPU 101 confirms the jackpot symbols determined at step 806 and the current gaming state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 902 .

In step 902, the main CPU 101 selects the corresponding ready-to-win mode determination random number determination table 113 (big win determination table) based on the jackpot symbols and game state confirmed in step 901 described above. Then, go to step 907 .
Also, in step 903, to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 900 that it is not a jackpot pattern, the main CPU 101 determines the type of the start winning opening related to the determination of the lottery (that is, the jackpot decision random number used for the determination of the lottery is In addition to confirming the current game state and the current number of reservations (first special reservation number, second special reservation number) confirm. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 904 .

At step 904, the main CPU 101 selects the corresponding ready-to-win group determination random number determination table 112 based on the type of starting winning opening confirmed at step 903, the gaming state, and the number of reservations. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 905 .
In step 905, the main CPU 101 determines the reach group determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 described above and the reach group determination random number determination table 112 selected in step 904 described above. is determined, and the type of the group is stored in a predetermined processing area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 906 .

At step 906, the main CPU 101 selects the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (loss determination table) based on the group type determined at step 905 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 907 .
In step 907, the main CPU 101 selects the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (jackpot determination table) selected in step 902 described above, or the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 selected in step 906 described above (for loss). determination table) and the reach mode determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 above, determine the variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114, and determine this determined variation mode number is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 908 .

At step 908, the main CPU 101 selects (obtains) the variation pattern lottery table 114 determined at step 907 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 909 .
In step 909, the main CPU 101 determines the variation pattern number based on the variation pattern lottery table 114 selected in step 908 described above and the variation pattern random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 described above. is determined, and the determined variation pattern number is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area. Then, go to the next step 910 .

At step 910, the main CPU 101 determines the variation time of the variation time based on the variation time determination table 115 and the variation mode number and variation pattern number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area. Further, the main CPU 101 sets the determined variable time in the variable time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 911 .
At step 911, the main CPU 101 generates a variation mode command based on the variation mode number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area, and generates a variation pattern command based on the variation pattern number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area. do. Further, the main CPU 101 stores the generated variation mode command and variation pattern command in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the variation effect pattern determination process is terminated.

Next, the special symbol variation stop processing of step 702 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1000, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "01" indicating execution of the special symbol variation stop process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "01", the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the execution phase data is "01", the process proceeds to step 1001 below.

At step 1001, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the variable time set in the variable time timer counter at step 910 has elapsed. Then, when it is determined that the variation time has not passed, the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1002 .
At step 1002, the main CPU 101 sets stop display data for stop-displaying the special symbol determined at step 806 on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31, and sets the special symbol. stop display. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1003 .

At step 1003, the main CPU 101 stores a symbol determination command indicating that the special symbol is determined in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1004 .
At step 1004, the main CPU 101 sets a stop display time for stopping display of the special symbol in a stop display time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1005 .

At step 1005, the main CPU 101 sets "02" to the execution phase data so that the post-stop process is executed in the special figure-related control process. Then, the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated.

Next, the post-stop processing of step 703 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1100, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "02" indicating execution of post-stop processing. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "02", the post-stop process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "02", the process proceeds to the next step 1101. FIG.
At step 1101, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the stop display time set in the stop display time timer counter at step 1004 has elapsed. Then, when it is determined that the stop display time has not elapsed, the post-stop process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the stop display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1102 .

At step 1102, the main CPU 101 stores the current game state in the game state buffer. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1103 .
At step 1103, the main CPU 101 executes a time saving frequency update process. Specifically, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a time-saving game flag indicating that the current game state is the time-saving game state is turned on. When it is determined that the time saving game flag is turned on, the time saving frequency storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is updated. In this time saving frequency storage area, the remaining variation frequency until the time saving game state ends is stored. Then, the stored number of remaining fluctuations is decremented by "1". In addition, when the remaining number of fluctuations becomes "0" by updating the remaining number of fluctuations, processing for turning off the time saving game flag is also executed. Further, when determining that the time saving game flag is not turned on, the main CPU 101 does not perform any processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1104 .

At step 1104, the main CPU 101 performs highly accurate count update processing. Here, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a high-probability game flag indicating that the current game state is a high-probability game state is turned on. Then, when it is determined that the high-probability game flag is turned on, the high-probability number storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is updated. In this high-probability-number storage area, the number of fluctuations remaining until the high-probability game state ends is stored. Then, the stored number of remaining fluctuations is decremented by "1". Further, when the remaining number of fluctuations becomes "0" by updating the remaining number of fluctuations, a process of turning off the high certainty game flag is also executed. Further, when it is determined that the high probability game flag is not turned on, the main CPU 101 does not perform any processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1105 .
At step 1105, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. Then, when it is determined that the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is not a jackpot symbol (that is, it is a losing symbol), the process proceeds to step 1111 . On the other hand, when it is determined that the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 1106 .

At step 1106 , the main CPU 101 sets a game state command for winning a big win to transmit the game state when winning a big win to the sub-control board 300 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1107 .
At step 1107, the main CPU 101 resets the current gaming state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1108 .

At step 1108, the main CPU 101 sets the waiting time set at the start of the special game in the opening time timer counter, and an opening command indicating the start of the opening process is stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Remember. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1109 .
At step 1109, the main CPU 101 sets the number of rounds in the main RAM 103 based on the type of the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets the number of rounds to "10" if the stopped jackpot symbol is the special symbol X1, and sets the number of rounds to "10" if the stopped jackpot symbol is the special symbol X2. Set "4" as the number. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1110 .

At step 1110, the main CPU 101 sets the execution phase data to "03" so that the special game control process is executed in the special figure related control process. Then, the post-stop process is terminated.
In addition, in step 1111, which proceeds when it is determined that the special symbols stopped and displayed in step 1105 are not the jackpot symbols, the main CPU 101 confirms the current game state and produces a game state command indicating the game state. Stored in the transmission data storage area for Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1112 .

At step 1112, the main CPU 101 sets "00" to the execution phase data so that the special symbol variation start process is executed in the special symbol related control process. Then, the post-stop processing is terminated.

Next, the special game control processing of step 704 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1200, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "03" indicating execution of the special game control process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "03", the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "03", the process proceeds to the next step 1201. FIG.
At step 1201, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the opening time set in the opening time timer counter at step 1108 has elapsed. And, when it is determined that the opening time has not passed, the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the opening time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1202 .

At step 1202, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not ending processing, which is waiting processing performed after the end of all round games in this special game control processing, is in progress. Then, if it is determined that the ending process is in progress, the process proceeds to step 1209 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the ending process is not being performed, the process proceeds to the next step 1203 .

At step 1203, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is time to start each round game. Then, when it is determined that it is not the time when each round game is started, the process proceeds to step 1205 . On the other hand, when it is determined that it is time to start each round game, the process proceeds to the next step 1204 .
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, at the start of each round game, the big winning opening 18 is opened in each round game based on the special electric accessory operation table 116 corresponding to the type of the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed. The opening time (29.0 seconds) to be opened is set in the big winning opening opening timer counter. The main CPU 101 can determine whether or not it is time to start each round game by checking the value of the big winning hole opening timer counter.

At step 1204, the main CPU 101 stores a round game start command indicating the start of the round game in the effect transmission data storage area. Further, the main CPU 101 turns on a large winning opening open flag indicating that the large winning opening 18 is being opened. It should be noted that this big winning opening open flag is turned off at the start of the special game. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1205 .
In addition, the round game start command is provided for each number of times of the round game, so that it is possible to transmit to the sub-control board 300 how many times the round game has been started.

At step 1205, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the round game has ended. And, when it is determined that the round game has not ended, the special game control process is ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the round game has ended, the process proceeds to the next step 1206 .
The main CPU 101 confirms whether the opening time set in the big winning opening timer counter has elapsed or whether 10 game balls have entered the big winning opening 18, thereby determining whether the round game has ended. It is possible to determine whether or not
At step 1206, the main CPU 101 decrements the number of rounds stored in the main RAM 103 by "1". Also, the main CPU 101 turns off the big winning opening open flag. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1207 .

At step 1207, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the round number decremented at step 1206 is "0". And, when it is determined that the number of rounds is not "0", the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the number of rounds is "0", the process proceeds to next step 1208 .
At step 1208, the main CPU 101 sets the ending time, which is the waiting time set at the end of the special game, in the ending time timer counter, and sends an ending command indicating the start of the ending process to the effect transmission data storage area. Remember. Then, the special game control process is terminated.

Also, in step 1209 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 1202 that the ending process is in progress, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the ending time set in the ending time timer counter in step 1208 has elapsed. And when it determines with the said ending time not having passed, it complete|finishes special game control processing. On the other hand, if it is determined that the ending time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1210 .
At step 1210, the main CPU 101 stores a special game end command indicating that the special game has ended in the performance transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1211 .

At step 1212, the main CPU 101 sets "04" to the execution phase data so that the special game ending process is executed in the special figure related control process. Then, the special game control process is terminated.

Next, the special game end processing of step 705 mentioned above will be described with reference to the flow chart of FIG.
At step 1300, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "04" indicating execution of special game end processing. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "04", the special game end processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "04", the process proceeds to the next step 1301. FIG.
At step 1301, the main CPU 101 confirms the jackpot symbol (stored in the storage area of the main RAM 103) that triggered the execution of the finished special game, and based on the gaming state setting table 117 corresponding to the jackpot symbol, Set the game state after the end of the special game. Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets a high-probability game flag, a time-saving game flag, a high-probability number of times, and a time-saving number of times. In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the high-probability game flag and the time-saving game flag are both turned on, and the high-probability number of times and the time-saving number of times are turned on, regardless of which of the special symbols X1 and X2 the above-described jackpot symbols are. set both to "100". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1302 .

At step 1302, the main CPU 101 sets a game state designation command in the effect transmission data storage area according to the game state set at step 1301 described above. In this game state designation command, the information that the high probability game flag set in the above step 1301 is on, the information that the time saving game flag is on, the information of the high probability number, the information of the time saving number of times include. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1303 .
At step 1303, the main CPU 101 sets "00" to the execution phase data so that the special symbol variation start process is executed in the special symbol related control process. Then, the special game ending process is terminated.

Next, the above-described general-purpose map-related control processing in step 205 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1400, the main CPU 101 loads the value of the general pattern execution phase data. This normal map execution phase data indicates which of the plurality of functional modules (subroutines) constituting the normal map related control process is to be executed. Specifically, this general pattern execution phase data includes data "10" indicating execution of normal symbol fluctuation start processing described later, data "11" indicating execution of normal symbol variation stop processing described later, and normal It has data "12" indicating execution of post-symbol stop processing and data "13" indicating execution of movable piece control processing described later.
Then, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol fluctuation start processing (step 1401), normal symbol fluctuation stop processing (step 1402), normal symbol stop post-processing (step 1403) or the movable piece control process (step 1404). Then, the general/universal figure-related control process is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol variation start process of step 1401 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1500, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is "10" indicating execution of the normal pattern fluctuation start process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "10", the normal pattern fluctuation start process is terminated. On the other hand, when the normal pattern execution phase data is determined to be “10”, the process proceeds to the next step 1501 .
In step 1501, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a hit determination random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area, that is, whether the normal pattern reservation number counter is equal to or greater than "1". Then, when it is determined that the general pattern holding number counter is not "1" or more (that is, "0"), the normal pattern fluctuation start processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the number counter of the normal pattern is greater than or equal to "1", the process proceeds to the next step 1502.

In step 1502, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the normal pattern pending number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1503 .
At step 1503, the main CPU 101 executes shift processing of the normal diagram reservation storage area. Specifically, the winning determination random number stored in the first storage unit is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the winning number stored in the second storage unit to the fourth storage unit is stored. The decision random number is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number. As a result, the hit determination random number stored in the general pattern reservation storage area is so-called first-in first-out (FIFO), and is used for the election determination process described later. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1504 .

At step 1504, the main CPU 101 executes normal symbol lottery processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1505 .
In step 1505, the main CPU 101 confirms whether the current gaming state is set to the non-time-saving gaming state or the time-saving gaming state, and refers to the normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119 to determine the current gaming state. Set the normal pattern fluctuation time corresponding to the normal pattern fluctuation time timer counter. Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets the normal pattern fluctuation time counter to "13 seconds" when the current gaming state is the non-time-saving gaming state, Set the time counter to "0.6 seconds". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1506 .

At step 1506, the main CPU 101 sets variable display data for starting variable display of normal symbols. As a result, the normal symbol display device 32 starts blinking display. In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the winning determination random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area, the normal pattern reservation display device 33 is displayed in a manner in which the normal pattern reservation number can be recognized. It's becoming Then, when the normal symbol variable display is performed, the normal symbol reservation display device 33 is display-controlled so as to indicate that the number of normal symbol reservations is reduced by one at the same time as the start of the variable display. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1507 .
At step 1507, the main CPU 101 stores the current game state in the game state buffer as the game state at the start of fluctuation. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1508 .

At step 1508, the main CPU 101 sets "11" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern fluctuation stop processing is executed in the normal pattern related control processing. Then, the normal symbol variation start process is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol lottery process of step 1504 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1550, the main CPU 101 loads the setting value stored in the first area of the main RAM 103, and determines whether the setting value is normal (that is, any value from "1" to "6"). determine whether or not Then, when it is determined that this set value is a normal value, the process proceeds to step 1553 . On the other hand, if it is determined that this set value is not a normal value (that is, a value less than "1" or a value greater than "6"), the next step 1551 is performed.
At step 1551, the main CPU 101 sets a game stop state based on the occurrence of the setting value abnormality, and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating that in the first area. Further, the main CPU 101 executes stop-related processing based on the setting of the game stop state. Since this stop-related processing is the same as the processing content (the processing content performed in the above-described step 137) when the game stop state is set based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality, the description is omitted here. Then, go to step 1552 .

At step 1552, the main CPU 101 executes an initialization process at the time of abnormality. Also, the main CPU 101 transmits a RAM clear designation command to the launch payout control board 200 . Then, the process proceeds to step 200 of timer interrupt processing.
In addition, in step 1553, which proceeds when it is determined that the set value is a normal value in step 1550 described above, the main CPU 101 determines the winning determination random number determination table 118 (non-time-saving determination table 118a or time-saving determination Select one of the tables 118b), and based on the selected table and the hit determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in the above-described step 1503, a winning determination process for deriving the result of the normal symbol lottery Execute. Specifically, when the current gaming state is the non-time-saving gaming state, the main CPU 101 refers to the non-time-saving determination table 118a to determine the winning determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area. On the other hand, when the current gaming state is the time-saving gaming state, the time-saving determination table 118b is referred to determine the hit determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1554 .

At step 1554 , the main CPU 101 stores normal symbol stop display data based on the result of the winning determination process at step 1553 described above in a predetermined normal symbol storage area of the main RAM 103 . Specifically, when the result of the winning determination process is a hit, the winning design data is stored in a predetermined general pattern storage area, and when the result of the winning determination process is a loss, the losing design data is stored in a predetermined manner. is stored in the normal map storage area. Then, the normal symbol lottery process ends.

Next, the normal symbol variation stop processing of step 1402 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1600, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is data "11" indicating execution of the normal pattern fluctuation stop process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "11", the normal pattern fluctuation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "11", the process proceeds to the next step 1601.
At step 1601, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol variation time set in the normal symbol variation time timer counter at step 1505 has elapsed. And when it determines with the said fluctuation|variation time not having passed, the normal design fluctuation|variation stop processing is complete|finished. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1602 .

In step 1602, the main CPU 101 sets the stop display data (hit symbol data, losing symbol data) for stopping and displaying the normal symbols on the normal symbol display device 32, and executes the stop display of the normal symbols. Then, it proceeds to the next step 1603 .
In step 1603, the main CPU 101 sets a normal pattern stop display time for stop-displaying a normal pattern in a normal pattern stop display time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1604 .

In step 1604, the main CPU 101 sets "12" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern stop post-processing is executed in the normal pattern related control process. Then, the normal symbol variation stop processing is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol stop post-processing in step 1403 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step 1700, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol execution phase data is data "12" indicating execution of normal symbol stop post-processing. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "12", the normal pattern stop post-processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "12", the process proceeds to the next step 1701.
In step 1701, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern stop display time set in the normal pattern stop display time timer counter in step 1603 has elapsed. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern stop display time has not passed, the normal pattern stop post-processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern stop display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1702 .

At step 1702, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol displayed in a stopped state is a winning symbol. Then, when it is determined that the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is not a winning symbol (that is, it is a losing symbol), the process proceeds to step 1704 . On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is a winning symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 1703 .
At step 1703, the main CPU 101 sets "13" to the normal map execution phase data so that the movable piece control process is executed in the normal map related control process. Then, the normal symbol stop post-processing is terminated.

Also, in step 1704, which proceeds when it is determined in step 1702 that the normal symbol displayed in a stopped state is not a winning symbol, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol variation start processing in the normal symbol related control processing. Set "10" to the normal map execution phase data. Then, the normal symbol stop post-processing is terminated.

Next, the movable piece control processing of step 1404 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1800, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is data "13" indicating execution of the movable piece control process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "13", the movable piece control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "13", the process proceeds to the next step 1801.
At step 1801, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the movable piece 16b is under operation control, that is, whether or not the start winning opening solenoid 16c is energized. Then, when it is determined that the movable piece 16b is under operation control, the process proceeds to step 1804 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the movable piece 16b is not under operation control, the process proceeds to the next step 1802 .

In step 1802, the main CPU 101 confirms whether the game state at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbols was the non-time-saving game state or the time-saving game state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1803 .
At step 1803, the main CPU 101 refers to the second starting winning opening opening control table 120, and in accordance with the game state confirmed at step 1802, energizes the starting winning opening solenoid 16c as energization control data (opening data). Set the number of times (opening times) and energization time (opening time). In addition, the main CPU 101 turns on a second start winning opening flag indicating that the second starting winning opening 16 is being opened. Then, the movable piece control process ends.

Also, in step 1804 to which the movable piece 16b is under control in step 1801 described above, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the energization time (release time) set in step 1803 has elapsed. judge. Then, when it is determined that the energization time (opening time) has not elapsed, the movable piece control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the energization time (opening time) has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1805 .
At step 1805, the main CPU 101 turns off the second start winning opening open flag. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1806 .

At step 1806, the main CPU 101 sets "10" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern fluctuation start processing is executed in the normal pattern related control processing. Then, the movable piece control process ends.

Next, the solenoid control processing of step 210 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1850, the main CPU 101 converts closing data for closing the second starting prize winning port 16 (closing the movable piece 16b, not energizing the starting prize winning port solenoid 16c) to predetermined solenoid data as starting prize winning port solenoid data. Set in memory area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1851 .
At step 1851, the main CPU 101 stores closing data for closing the big winning gate 18 (closes the opening/closing door 18b, does not energize the big winning gate solenoid 18c) as the big winning gate solenoid data in a predetermined solenoid data storage area. set to Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1852 .

At step 1852, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the control state during stay is a playable state. Then, when it is determined that the game is not in the playable state, the solenoid control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined to be in a playable state, the process proceeds to the next step 1853 .
At step 1853, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second start winning opening flag is ON. Then, when it is determined that the second start winning opening flag is not ON (that is, it is OFF), the solenoid control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second start winning opening flag is ON, the process proceeds to the next step 1854 .

At step 1854, the main CPU 101 converts the opening data for opening the second starting prize winning port 16 (opening the movable piece 16b, energizing the starting prize winning port solenoid 16c) as the starting prize winning port solenoid data to predetermined solenoid data. Set in memory area. Then, go to the next step 1855 .
At step 1855, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the big winning opening flag is ON. Then, when it is determined that the big winning opening flag is not ON (that is, it is OFF), the solenoid control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the big winning opening flag is ON, the process proceeds to the next step 1856 .

At step 1856, the main CPU 101 stores opening data for opening the big winning gate 18 (opening the door 18b, energizing the big winning gate solenoid 18c) as the big winning gate solenoid data in a predetermined solenoid data storage area. set to Then, the solenoid control process ends.
By performing the above processing, when the closing data is set, the movable piece 16b closes, the second start winning opening 16 closes, the opening/closing door 18b closes, and the big winning opening 18 closes. On the other hand, when the opening data is set, the movable piece 16b is opened to open the second start winning opening 16, and the opening/closing door 18b opens to open the big winning opening 18.例文帳に追加Also, when the control state during stay is not a playable state, the closing data is set. Therefore, the second start winning opening 16 and the big winning opening 18 are always closed in the game stop state, the setting change state, or the setting confirmation state.
Note that this solenoid control processing is executed in a timer interrupt processing that is executed every predetermined period (4 milliseconds). That is, in the game stop state, the process of restricting the operation of the movable piece 16b and the opening/closing door 18b is performed at predetermined timings.

Next, the setting-related processing of step 215 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1900, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the control state during stay is the setting change state. If it is determined that the setting change state is not set, the process proceeds to step 1908 . On the other hand, if it is determined to be in the setting change state, the process proceeds to the next step 1901 .
At step 1901, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting switch 108 is off. Then, if it is determined that the setting switch 108 is off, the process proceeds to step 1905 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the setting switch 108 is not off (that is, it is on), the process proceeds to the next step 1902 .

At step 1902, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 109 is on. If it is determined that the RAM clear switch 109 is not on (that is, off), the setting-related processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the RAM clear switch 109 is on, the process proceeds to the next step 1903 .
At step 1903, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the body frame open detection sensor 2a is on (that is, whether or not the body frame 2 is open). Then, if it is determined that the body frame open detection sensor 2a is not on (that is, it is off), the setting-related processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the main body frame open detection sensor 2a is on, the process proceeds to the next step 1904 .

At step 1904 , the main CPU 101 changes the set values stored in the main RAM 103 . Specifically, the currently stored set value is changed to a set value that is incremented by one. Then, the setting change process ends.
Further, in step 1905 to which the setting switch 108 is turned off in step 1901, the main CPU 101 issues a setting change state end command indicating that the setting change state is ended and the game ready state is set. Set in the performance transmission data storage area. The setting change state end command also includes information on the setting values stored in the main RAM 103 at this time. The command set here is transmitted to the sub control board 300 in step 114 described above. As a result, the sub-control board 300 can also grasp the information of the set values currently set. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1906 .

At step 1906, the main CPU 101 sets various commands to be transmitted to the sub control board 300 (for example, a command for displaying the initial screen on the effect display device 21) in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1907 .
At step 1907, the main CPU 101 sets a playable state and stores a gaming machine state flag indicating that in the first area. Then, the setting-related processing is terminated.

Also, in step 1908 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 1900 that the control state during stay is not the setting change state, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the setting switch 108 is off. Then, if it is determined that the setting switch 108 is not turned off, the setting change process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the setting switch 108 is off, the process proceeds to the next step 1909 .
At step 1909, the main CPU 101 sets a setting confirmation state end command indicating that the setting confirmation state is ended and the game ready state is set in the effect transmission data storage area. The command set here is transmitted to the sub control board 300 in step 114 described above. Then, go to step 1906 .

Next, an overview of the processing executed by the ejection payout control board 200 will be described using a flowchart.
First, the power interruption withdrawal process (hereinafter referred to as payout power interruption withdrawal process) in the launch payout control board 200 will be described.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the voltage of the supplied power falls below a predetermined value, the main process (hereinafter referred to as the payout main process) of the launch payout control board 200, which will be described later, is interrupted, and the flow chart of FIG. The payout power interruption saving process shown is executed.

At step 2000, the payout CPU 201 determines whether or not a power interruption occurrence signal is detected. When it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is not detected, the payout power interruption saving process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is detected, the process proceeds to the next step 2001 .
In step 2001, the payout CPU 201 stops sending the payout command permission signal to the main control board 100 and the game ball lending device R (turns off the payout command permission signal), turns off the connection flag (turns off the connection signal to). Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2002 .

In step 2002, the payout CPU 201 executes backup processing for holding various data stored in the storage area of the payout RAM 203, and stores a backup flag indicating the result of this backup processing in a predetermined storage area of the payout RAM 203. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2003 .
At step 2003 , the payout CPU 201 executes a process of calculating the checksum of the storage area of the payout RAM 203 and stores the calculated checksum in a predetermined storage area of the payout RAM 203 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2004 .

At step 2004 , the payout CPU 201 prohibits access to the payout RAM 203 . As a result, storage of various data in the payout RAM 203 and reading (loading) of various data from the payout RAM 203 become impossible thereafter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2005.
At step 2005, the payout CPU 201 sets the power interruption monitoring time (100 ms) to the power interruption monitoring time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2006 .

At step 2006, the payout CPU 201 determines whether or not the power interruption occurrence signal is detected. Then, when it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is detected, the process returns to step 2005 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal has not been detected, the process proceeds to the next step 2007 .
At step 2007, the payout CPU 201 determines whether or not the power interruption monitoring time set at step 2005 has elapsed. Then, if it is determined that the period has not elapsed, the process returns to step 2006 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the time has elapsed, the payout power interruption withdrawal process is ended, and the power interruption recovery process (hereinafter referred to as payout power interruption recovery process) of the launch payout control board 200, which will be described later, is executed. Also in the launch payout control board 200, a subtraction timer is adopted as the power interruption monitoring time timer counter, and the timer counter is decremented by one each time the above-described power interruption occurrence signal detection determination is executed. When it becomes 0, it is determined that the power failure monitoring time has elapsed. When power failure occurs, the operation of the pachinko machine P is stopped during the loop from step 2005 to step 2007 described above.

Next, the payout main process will be described.
When electric power is supplied from the power supply board 600 (recovered from the power failure), the payout CPU 201 executes the payout main process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

At step 2100, the payout CPU 201 executes payout power failure recovery processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2101 .
At step 2101, the payout CPU 201 prohibits interruption of other processes. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2102 .

At step 2102, the payout CPU 201 executes received command related processing for storing the command received from the main control board 100 in the storage area of the payout RAM 203 corresponding to each command. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2103 .
In step 2103, the payout CPU 201 executes a process based on the command received from the main control board 100 and a command transmission/reception-related process for sending various commands to the main control board 100 according to the operating status of the launch payout control board 200. Specifically, for example, when the payout CPU 201 receives the main activation information designation command from the main control board 100, the payout start designation command is issued on the condition that the main command permission signal is transmitted from the main control board 100. Send to the main control board 100 . Further, when receiving a RAM clear designation command from the main control board 100, the payout CPU 201 clears all storage areas of the payout RAM 203 and performs processing such as setting initial values to various timer counters. In addition, when the payout CPU 201 receives a power failure recovery designation command from the main control board 100, the payout CPU 201 clears a part of the storage area of the payout RAM 203 and performs processing such as setting an initial value to a predetermined timer counter. When the payout CPU 201 receives a prize ball designation command from the main control board 100 , the payout CPU 201 stores the number of prize balls corresponding to the prize ball designation command in a predetermined storage area of the payout RAM 203 . Further, when the payout CPU 201 determines that a payout-related error has occurred in payout timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, the payout CPU 201 transmits a command related to the payout-related error that has occurred to the main control board 100 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2104 .

At step 2104, the payout CPU 201 permits interruption of other processes. When the process of step 2104 ends, the processes of steps 2101 to 2104 are repeated until the payout timer interrupt process described later is performed.

Next, the payout power interruption recovery process in step 2100 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step 2200, the payout CPU 201 executes initial setting processing necessary for executing various processes upon power failure recovery, such as setting stack pointers and registers for use in processing and control in the launch payout control board 200. do. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2201 .
At step 2201, the payout CPU 201 sets the power interruption monitoring time (100 ms) to the power interruption monitoring time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2202 .

At step 2202, the payout CPU 201 determines whether or not the power interruption occurrence signal is detected. Then, when it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal is detected, the process returns to step 2201 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the power interruption occurrence signal has not been detected, the process proceeds to the next step 2203 .
At step 2203, the payout CPU 201 determines whether or not the power interruption monitoring time set at step 2201 has elapsed. If it is determined that the period has not elapsed, the process returns to step 2202 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the period has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 2204 .

At step 2204 , the payout CPU 201 permits access to the payout RAM 203 . As a result, after this, various data can be stored in the payout RAM 203 and various data can be read (loaded) from the payout RAM 203 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2205 .
In step 2205, the payout CPU 201 calculates the checksum of the payout RAM 203 at this time, and the calculated checksum and the checksum stored in the payout RAM 203 (the checksum calculated immediately before the power failure occurred in step 2003). ), and based on the backup flag stored in the payout RAM 203, it is determined whether or not there is an abnormality in the checksum or the backup flag. Then, if it is determined that there is an abnormality in the checksum or backup flag, the process proceeds to step 2207 . On the other hand, if it is determined that neither the checksum nor the backup flag is abnormal, the process proceeds to the next step 2206 .

At step 2206, the payout CPU 201 executes payout clear processing. Then, go to step 2208 .
Also, in step 2207, which is advanced when it is determined in step 2205 that an abnormality has occurred in the checksum or the backup flag, the payout CPU 201 executes payout initialization processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2208 .

At step 2208, the payout CPU 201 starts transmitting a main command permission signal to the main control board 100 (turns on the main command permission signal). This enables transmission of commands from the main control board 100 to the launch payout control board 200 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2209 .
In step 2209, the payout CPU 201 performs various processes for starting the game ball payout operation in the launch payout control board 200, such as setting to enable the payout motor 62 and timer counter setting for performing payout timer interruption. Execute. Then, the payout power interruption recovery process is terminated.

Next, the payout timer interrupt process will be described.
A reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the ejection payout control board 200 generates a clock pulse every predetermined period (1.4 milliseconds in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment), so that the A payout timer interruption process shown in the flow chart is executed.

At step 2300, the payout CPU 201 executes a timer interrupt start time process for saving a register for executing processing and control in the launch payout control board 200, permitting an interrupt, and the like.
In step 2301, the payout CPU 201 executes port input processing for managing the states of devices such as the payout motor 62 and the payout counting switch 63 connected to the launch payout control board 200 and detecting input signals. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2302 .

At step 2302 , the payout CPU 201 executes timer update processing for updating various timer counters provided in the launch payout control board 200 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2303 . A subtraction timer is also employed in the launch payout control board 200, and the timer counter is decremented by 1 each time the payout timer interrupt process is executed, and when it reaches 0, the subtraction is stopped.
At step 2303 , the payout CPU 201 executes payout related processing such as controlling the payout motor 62 to pay out the prize balls corresponding to the prize ball designation command received from the main control board 100 . In addition, as described above, even during the game stop state, control of payout of prize balls by the launch payout control board 200 based on the above-described prize ball designation command is continued. On the other hand, during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, exchange of the main activation information designation command, the payout start designation command, and the payout start confirmation designation command between the main control board 100 and the launch payout control board 200 ( Since the above-mentioned payout control process of step 207) is not completed, control of payout of prize balls by the launch payout control board 200 based on the above-mentioned prize ball designation command is not performed. Also, when there is a prize ball for which the payout based on the prize ball designation command has not been completed, the payout of this prize ball is started after the end of the control state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2304 .
It should be noted that, even during the setting change state and the setting confirmation state, the launch payout control board 200 may be set to control the payout of prize balls. When set in this manner, the exchange of the above-described commands between the main control board 100 and the firing payout control board 200 can be performed before the setting change state or the setting confirmation state is set, during the setting change state or during the setting change state. It may be executed during the confirmation state. By doing so, it is possible to shorten the period during which the prize balls are not paid out as much as possible.
At step 2304, the payout CPU 201 executes a game ball lending device communication process for confirming connection with the game ball lending device R, acquiring value information stored in the card, and the like. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2305 .

In step 2305, when the payout CPU 201 receives a lending ball payout command from the game ball lending device R, the payout CPU 201 performs control such as operating the payout motor 62 so as to pay out the lending ball corresponding to the lending payout command. Execute the process. In addition, as described above, even during the game stop state, the control of payout of the rental ball by the launch payout control board 200 based on the above-mentioned rental ball payout command is continuously performed. On the other hand, during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, as described above, the main start information designation command, the payout start designation command, and the payout start confirmation designation between the main control board 100 and the ejection payout control board 200 Since the exchange of commands (the above-mentioned payout control process in step 207) has not ended, the ball delivery control board 200 based on the above-mentioned loaned ball payout command does not control the payout of the rented balls. In addition, when there is a rental ball that has not been paid out based on the rental ball payment command, the rental ball is started to be paid out after the end of the control state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2306 .
It should be noted that, even during the setting change state and the setting confirmation state, it may be set so that the ball delivery control board 200 controls the ball rental. When set in this manner, the exchange of the above-described commands between the main control board 100 and the firing payout control board 200 can be performed before the setting change state or the setting confirmation state is set, during the setting change state or during the setting change state. It may be executed during the confirmation state. By doing so, it is possible to shorten the period in which the ball rental is not executed as much as possible.

In step 2306, the payout CPU 201 turns on the connection flag (turns on the connection signal) when the game ball lending device R is connected and the power is on, and the connection with the game ball lending device R is established. Execute launch control processing to turn off the connection flag (turn off the connection signal) when the power is off or the connection flag is turned off. The payout CPU 201 disables the shooting of the game ball when the connection flag is off, and allows the shooting of the game ball when the connection flag is on and a shooting permission signal from the main control board 100 is received. do. Then, it proceeds to the next step 2307 .

In step 2307, the payout CPU 201 determines payout-related errors (out-of-ball error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, clogged ball error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control connection error), Various processing based on the occurrence of an error (lighting processing by a predetermined mode of the LED (not shown in particular) provided on the launch payout control board 200, error occurrence and error command indicating information on the error that occurred Main control processing for transmission to the substrate 100, etc.). Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2308. This error-related processing is executed not only during the playable state but also during the game stop state, but is not executed during the setting change state or setting confirmation state. Therefore, the payout CPU 201 determines the occurrence of the above-described error during the playable state or the game stop state, but does not determine the occurrence of the above-described error during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state.
It should be noted that error-related processing may be executed even during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state so that the above-described error occurrence can be determined. Also, in this case, the error command may be sent to the sub control board 300 via the main control board 100, or the launch payout control board 200 and the sub control board 300 are communicably connected. Above, it may be sent directly to the sub control board 300 without going through the main control board 100 .
In addition, the error command from the ejection payout control board 200 is the exchange of the main activation information designation command, the payout activation designation command, and the payout activation confirmation designation command between the main control board 100 and the ejection payout control board 200 (the above-mentioned step 207 payout control process) is completed, it may be transmitted to the main control board 100. FIG. Further, in this case, by transmitting the above-mentioned error command to the sub-control board 300 via the main control board 100, the above-mentioned error command can be sent to the sub-controller during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. By preventing transmission to the control board 300, execution of error notification by the sub-control board 300 based on the error command described above may be restricted.

At step 2308 , the payout CPU 201 executes external information control processing for controlling the start and end of transmission of external signals such as received prize ball signals and paid out prize ball signals to the external information terminal board 500 . This external information control process is executed not only during the playable state but also during the game stop state, but is not executed during the setting change state or setting confirmation state. Therefore, the payout CPU 201 starts and ends the transmission of the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal to the external information terminal board 500 during the game enabled state or the game stopped state, but during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. It does not start or end the transmission of these signals while in the state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2309 .
Also during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the external information control process may be executed to transmit external signals such as the received prize ball signal and the payout prize ball signal. In this case, even during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, it is possible to execute the payment-related processing in step 2303, the lending-related processing in step 2305, and the error-related processing in step 2307. It is possible to transmit to the outside of the pachinko machine P the fact that the payout of prize balls or rental balls has been executed, the occurrence of an error, information on the error that has occurred, and the like.
In addition, if a power failure occurs during transmission of an external signal, the transmission of the external signal is stopped, but when the setting confirmation state is set when the power is restored from the power failure, the transmission of the stopped external signal is resumed. You may make it possible. For example, when a power failure occurs 0.03 seconds after the start of transmission of an external signal for 0.06 seconds and the transmission of the external signal stops, if the setting confirmation state is set at the time of recovery from the power failure, It is possible to restart the transmission of the external signal that has been stopped, and finish the transmission of the external signal after 0.03 seconds have elapsed. In this setting, it is necessary to back up the external signal being transmitted in the payout RAM 203 of the launch payout control board 200 .

At step 2309, the payout CPU 201 executes a port output process for collectively outputting data for operation to devices such as the payout motor 62 and the like. Then, go to the next step 2310 .
At step 2310 , the payout CPU 201 executes a timer interrupt termination process for restoring the register saved at step 2300 . Then, the payout timer interrupt process is terminated.

(Outline of production in pachinko machine P)
As described above, by executing various processes in the main control board 100, the special game, the normal game, and the special game progress. During the progress of these games, various commands are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 300, and the sub-control board 300 receives these commands, thereby allowing the sub-control board 300 to proceed with the game. The control of the production accompanying is performed.
Also, as described above, when the setting confirmation state is set, an information display screen for displaying various information such as currently set values, set values set in the past, and a history of errors that have occurred is displayed. It is designed to be The display of this information display screen will be described below.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the sub CPU 301 of the sub control board 300 receives an error command transmitted based on the occurrence of an error, the error information included in the error command is received. When a setting change state end command is stored in a predetermined storage area of the sub RAM 303 together with the date and time and is transmitted based on the end of the setting change state, the setting value information included in the setting change state end command is The setting change state end command is stored in a predetermined storage area of the sub-RAM 303 together with the date and time when it was received. The error information and setting value information stored in the predetermined storage area are backed up so that the error information and setting value information are retained even when power failure occurs. As a result, currently set values, set values set in the past, history of errors that have occurred, and the like can be displayed on the above-described information display screen.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 51(a), when the sub-control board 300 receives the setting confirmation state command, the initial screen of the information display screen is displayed on substantially the entire surface of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21. . On this initial screen, there is a selection for selecting a setting history screen that displays the history of set values that are currently set or set values that have been set in the past, or an error history screen that displays the history of errors that have occurred. When the screen is displayed and a predetermined confirming operation (an operation of pressing the operation button 9b in a state where one of them is selected) is performed, the setting history screen or the error history screen is displayed.

On the setting history screen, as shown in FIG. 51B, the date and time when the setting value was set (changed) (that is, the date and time when the setting change state end command was received), and the settings that were set at that time are displayed. Values (that is, setting values included in the setting change state end command) are displayed in a list. Note that the latest set value is the currently set set value.
Further, on the error history screen, as shown in FIG. 51(c), the date and time when the error occurred (that is, the date and time when the error command was received) and the type of error that occurred are displayed in a list. .

Also, as described above, when the sub-control board 300 receives the setting confirmation state command, the character product production device YS is always positioned at the initial position by executing the character product confirmation process. As a result, the setting history screen and the error history screen can be reliably viewed.

In the information display screen, not only the above-described setting history screen and error history screen are displayed, but also setting screens for setting whether or not the player can set volume and light intensity, and whether or not there is a so-called mobile link function. etc. may be displayed.

Next, control processing in the sub-control board 300 for executing various types of processing as described above will be described.
First, the main processing of the sub control board 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.
At step 3000, when the power is turned on, the main processing program is read from the sub-ROM 302, and the flags stored in the sub-RAM 303 are initialized and set. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 3001 .
In step 3001, the sub CPU 301 performs processing for updating each effect random number, and thereafter repeatedly executes the processing of step 2001 until interrupt processing is performed. Here, each production random number is asynchronously updated.

Next, timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.
The sub-control board 300 is provided with a reset clock pulse generation circuit (not particularly shown) that generates a clock pulse at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). When a clock pulse is generated by the reset clock pulse generating circuit, the sub CPU 301 reads the timer interrupt processing program and starts the timer interrupt processing shown in FIG.

At step 3100 , the sub CPU 301 executes update processing of various timer counters used in the sub control board 300 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 3101.
In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment employs a subtraction timer, and each time the timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 is executed, the timer counter is subtracted by 1, and when it reaches 0, the subtraction is stopped. It has become.
At step 3101, the sub CPU 301 analyzes the command stored in the reception buffer of the sub RAM 303 and executes various processes according to the received command. Specifically, in the sub control board 300, when a command is transmitted from the main control board 100, command reception interrupt processing is performed, and the command transmitted from the main control board 100 is stored in the reception buffer. Then, the sub CPU 301 analyzes the command stored in the reception buffer by the command reception interrupt processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 3102 .

In step 3102, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the operation of the effect operation device 9 can be accepted according to the progress of the variable effect being executed, and the operation signals from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c and the pressing operation detection sensor 9d. is input. Then, when an operation signal is input from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c or the pressing operation detection sensor 9d, if the operation of the effect operation device 9 is being accepted, an image indicating that the effect operation device 9 has been operated is displayed. A command is stored in a transmission buffer so as to be transmitted to various control boards such as a control board, a sound control board, an illumination control board, and an operation control board. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 3103.
At step 3103, the sub CPU 301 transmits various commands set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 303 to various control boards such as an image control board, a sound control board, an illumination control board, and an operation control board. Then, the timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 ends.

Next, among the command analysis processing in step 3101 described above, the setting confirmation state command reception processing executed when the setting confirmation state command is received will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. As described above, the setting confirmation state command is stored in the main control board 100 at step 144 of the power failure recovery process, and then transmitted to the sub control board 300 at step 114 .
At step 3200, the sub CPU 301 executes a role product confirmation process. Specifically, after confirming the position of the role product production device YS at the time point, if the role product production device YS is at a position other than the initial position, the process of displacing the role product production device YS to the initial position is executed. be done. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 3201.
At step 3201, the sub CPU 301 sets an information display screen display command for displaying an information display screen on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 in the transmission buffer. The information display screen display command set here is transmitted to the various control boards in step 3103 described above, and these control boards control the display of the information display screen based on the received information display screen display command. will be performed. Then, the setting confirmation state command reception processing is terminated.

Next, among the command analysis processing in step 3101 described above, the specific command reception processing that is executed when the setting change state command or the setting confirmation state end command is received will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. As described above, the setting change state command is stored in the main control board 100 at step 144 of the power failure recovery process, and then transmitted to the sub control board 300 at step 114 . Also, the setting confirmation state end command is stored in the main control board 100 in step 1909 of the setting-related processing, and then transmitted to the sub control board 300 in step 114 .
At step 3300, the sub CPU 301 executes a character product initial process. Specifically, a process of displacing the accessory effect device YS to the initial position after displacing it to the movable position is executed. Then, the specific command reception process is terminated.

Next, a modification of the above embodiment will be described.
In the above-described embodiment, the set value abnormality determination process for determining whether or not the set value abnormality has occurred is performed at the time when the jackpot lottery or normal symbol lottery is performed during the playable state, but the set value The timing for executing the abnormality determination process is not limited to this, and may be executed at other timings.
For example, when the first special random number or the second special random number is acquired by entering the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16 in the playable state (that is, the first special The time before the lottery based on the random number or the second special random number is performed), the time when the normal random number is acquired by passing the game ball through the gate 20 in the playable state (that is, the normal random number time point before the lottery based on), the start time of the special game, the start time and end time of each round game in the special game, the time of launching the game ball, the launched game ball reached the game area 12 The set value abnormality determination process may be executed at a certain point in time. In addition, as described above, the first special random number and the second special random number are acquired by the game ball entering the first start winning opening 15 and the second starting winning opening 16, and the acquired first special Before the lottery based on the figure random number or the second special figure random number is performed prior to the determination (that is, look-ahead determination) If the process is executed, set value abnormality determination process is executed in the process of this prior determination may Further, the set value abnormality determination process may be executed even when power is restored.
By doing so, the timing for determining the occurrence of an abnormality in the set value increases, and the game can be stopped at various timings, so problems based on the abnormality in the set value (for example, an inappropriate jackpot lottery are performed) , etc.) can be prevented more reliably.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the game stop state in which the game does not progress is set based on the occurrence of the RAM abnormality, the backup abnormality, or the set value abnormality. Factors for setting the stop state are not limited to these.
For example, when the occurrence of fraudulent acts on the pachinko machine P (for example, directing magnetism to the pachinko machine P, irradiating radio waves, shaking the pachinko machine P, etc.) is detected, or when a defect in the components of the pachinko machine P , the large winning opening 18 does not open or close, etc.), the game stop state may be set.
By doing so, it is possible to reliably prevent the game from progressing while a situation affecting the fair progress of the game has occurred.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16 and the open/close door 18b of the big winning opening 18 are closed in the control state in which the game does not progress. The mode of restricting the operation of the piece 16b and the opening/closing door 18b is not limited to this.
For example, in the control state in which the game does not progress, the movable piece 16b may be opened for a much shorter time (for example, 0.05 seconds) than the opening time during which the movable piece 16b is opened in the playable state. Similarly, in the control state in which the game does not progress, the opening/closing door 18b may be opened for a much shorter time (for example, 0.1 second) than the opening time during which the opening/closing door 18b is opened in the game-enabled state.
Further, when there are a plurality of opening/closing patterns (number of times of opening/closing, etc.) of the movable piece 16b and the opening/closing door 18b, some of the plurality of opening/closing patterns may not be executed.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

Also, in the above-described embodiment, only one big winning hole 18 is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of big winning holes 18 may be provided.
Further, when a plurality of big winning holes 18 are provided, different big winning holes 18 may be opened for each round game.
Further, in this case, in a control state in which the game does not progress, the opening/closing door 18b of any of the large winning openings 18 may be closed, or the opening/closing door 18b of any of the large winning openings 18 may be opened/closed in the playable state. The door 18b may be opened for a much shorter time than the opening time, or although one of the opening/closing doors 18b is closed, the other opening/closing door 18b is opened in a playable state, and the opening/closing time is much shorter than the opening time. It may be opened for a short time.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, after the end of the special game, the high probability time-saving game state is set, but the present invention is not limited to this.
For example, a special area into which a game ball entering the big winning opening 18 can enter, and a special area movable piece capable of opening and closing the special area are provided, and whether or not the game ball has entered the special area during the special game is provided. A different game state may be set after the end of the special game based on whether. And, in this case, like the movable piece 16b of the second start winning opening 16 and the opening/closing door 18b of the big winning opening 18, the operation of the special area movable piece is restricted in the control state in which the game does not progress. may be made.
In this case, in a control state in which the game does not progress, it is possible to prevent a problem such as entering the game ball into the above-described special area.

In the above-described embodiment, the movable piece 16b of the second starting prize-winning port 16 and the opening/closing door 18b of the big prize-winning port 18 are operated by solenoids, but the solenoid is used as a device for these operations. It is not limited, and for example, a motor or the like may be used. In a control state in which the game does not progress, the operation of the motor may be restricted.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

In the above-described embodiment, the launch payout control board 200 controls both the launch of game balls and the payout of prize balls, but the present invention is not limited to this.
For example, a board for controlling shooting of game balls (launch control board) and a board for controlling payout of prize balls (payout control board) may be provided separately. In this case, in a control state in which the game does not progress, only the control of shooting game balls by the shooting control board is stopped, and the control of paying out prize balls by the payout control board is not stopped. good.
By doing so, the burden of control on each substrate can be reduced.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the launch payout control board 200 controls the payout of prize balls, and in the control state (game stop state) in which the game does not progress, the control related to the progress of the game by the main control board 100 ( detection of game balls entering each winning hole, lottery for big hits, variable display of special symbols, lottery of normal symbols, variable display of normal symbols, etc.) Although the control of the payout is continuously performed, the control mode of the payout of prize balls is not limited to this.
For example, the main control board 100 directly controls the payout of prize balls, and in a control state in which the game does not progress, although the main control board 100 stops controlling the progress of the game, the main control board 100 The control of payout of prize balls by may be continuously performed.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, one prize ball designation command includes information to the effect that a predetermined number of prize balls are to be paid out to each winning hole, and one prize ball designation command is fired. All the predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to each winning hole by being transmitted to the payout control board 200 (for example, when a game ball enters the big winning hole 18, one prize ball designation command All 15 prize balls are paid out), but the prize balls paid out by one prize ball designation command are not limited to this.
For example, one prize ball designation command includes information to the effect that one prize ball is to be paid out. When a game ball enters the winning hole, a prize ball designation command is transmitted to the launch payout control board 200 for the number of prize balls determined for the winning hole (for example, when a game ball enters the big winning hole 18). , 15 prize ball designation commands are sent to the launch payout control board 200), so that a predetermined number of prize balls may be paid out to the winning hole. In this case, in the control state in which the game does not progress, the payout of prize balls based on the prize ball designation command transmitted to the shooting payout control board 200 before the control state in which the game does not progress is set is performed. You may make it carry out continuously.
In addition, the main RAM 103 of the main control board 100 and the RAM of the launch payout control board 200 are provided with buffers for temporarily storing prize ball designation commands transmitted by the main CPU 101. The prize ball designation commands may be sequentially stored in the above-mentioned buffer, and the stored prize ball designation commands may be sequentially read out to pay out the prize balls. A prize ball designation command may be sequentially transmitted each time a ball is entered, and prize balls may be paid out sequentially each time the command is received.
Also, the winning ball designation command transmitted by the main CPU 101 may be backed up when the power is turned off, or may not be backed up.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

In the above-described embodiment, the main CPU 101 does not detect the entry of a game ball into each winning hole in a control state in which the game does not progress, but the present invention is not limited to this.
For example, even if a control state in which the game does not progress is set, the main CPU 101 will continue to operate the respective winning openings until a specific time (for example, 10 seconds) in which the launched game ball can reach the out opening 19 elapses. By making it possible to detect the entry of a game ball into a game ball, a game ball launched before setting the control state in which the game does not progress enters any of the winning holes after setting the control state in which the game does not progress. In such a case, the entry may be detected and the payout of prize balls based on the entry may be executed in a control state in which the game does not progress.
In this case, it is possible to further reduce the disadvantages that may occur to the player due to the setting of the control state in which the game does not progress.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the power is restored, the firing permission signal is transmitted to the firing payout control board 200 (the firing permission signal is turned on), and when the control state in which the game does not progress is set, the firing payout control board 200 Although the transmission of the firing permission signal to the is stopped (the firing permission signal is turned off), the control regarding the transmission of the firing permission signal is not limited to this.
For example, after the determination of the control state in the timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 is performed and before other processing is executed, control regarding transmission of the firing permission signal is executed according to the result of the determination. good too. Specifically, when the control state is a playable state (when the game machine state flag is a playable state), a firing permission signal is transmitted to the firing payout control board 200 (the firing permission signal is turned on), and control If the state is a game stop state, a setting change state or a setting confirmation state (if the game machine state flag is a game stop state, a setting change state or a setting confirmation state), a launch permission signal to the launch payout control board 200 is sent. It may be configured such that no transmission is performed (the launch enable signal is turned off).
By doing so, the transmission of the firing permission signal is not performed until the game-enabled state is set when power is restored, and the transmission of the firing permission signal is stopped when the game-stopped state is set during the game-enabled state. be able to.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, even during the game stop state, the payout of game balls (both the payout of prize balls and the payout of rental balls) by the launch payout control board 200 is continuously performed, and Although the value information is also displayed on the value information display device 35, the value information may be displayed on the value information display device 35 even during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. It should be noted that, if the setting is made so that the payout of prize balls or rental balls is restricted during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the payout of balls will not be performed even if the ball lending button 36 is pressed. becomes.
Further, among the various types of processing in the above-described embodiment, the processing set to be executable during the game stop state may be made executable during the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. .

In the above-described embodiment, the control state that was maintained immediately before the power failure occurred, the setting switch 108 on or off at the time of power failure recovery, the RAM clear switch 109 on or off, the body frame open detection sensor 2a The control state at the time of power failure recovery was set according to whether it was on or off, whether a backup abnormality occurred, or whether a RAM abnormality occurred. are not limited to these. For example, ON or OFF of other sensors such as the front door open detection sensor 3a may be added as a judgment condition. Also, any one of the above-described determination conditions (for example, ON or OFF of the body frame open detection sensor 2a) may be excluded.
Further, even if the body frame open detection sensor 2a is turned off in the setting confirmation state or the setting change state, the setting confirmation state or the setting change state may be continued.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the setting confirmation state and the setting change state are set only when power is restored, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the pachinko machine P is powered on, a setting confirmation state or a setting change state may be set by performing a predetermined operation.

In addition, errors that are determined to occur in the main control board 100 (door open error out of payout related errors, main control related errors) and errors that are determined to occur in the launch payout control board 200 (out of payout related errors , ball out error, full tank error, payout counting switch error, ball clogging error, excess prize ball error, radio wave error, payout motor error, main control connection error), backup error, RAM error or setting value error If it occurs, if the game stop state, setting change state or setting confirmation state is set, the information to the effect that the occurrence of these errors or abnormalities and the setting of the control state are stored as a history, and a predetermined These histories may be displayed on the effect display device 21 by performing an operation.
Specifically, a command is sent to the sub-control board 300 indicating that the above-described error or abnormality has occurred and that the control state has been set. Stores information indicating that the control state has been set. Also, the information stored in the sub-RAM 303 is set to be backed up in the event of a power failure. As a result, the above-described information can be stored as a history, and these histories can be displayed on the effect display device 21 .
By doing so, it is possible to reliably grasp the occurrence of errors and abnormalities that occurred in the past, and the set control state. Also, for example, even if a predetermined control state has been illegally set, it can be found by checking the display of the history described above.

Also, in the above-described embodiment, the information display screen is displayed in the setting confirmation state, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the information display screen may be set to be displayed even in the setting change state. In addition, when this setting is made, the main CPU 101 is set to transmit a setting change state command indicating that the setting change state has been set to the sub control board 300, and the sub CPU 301 of the sub control board 300 is set. may be set so as to execute the accessory confirmation process upon receipt of the setting change state command.
Even in this case, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained.

In addition, in the above-described embodiment, the error notification that is performed when an error occurs is performed at the lower center of the display section 21a. Although the error notification is not hidden by the character product effect device YS, the character product confirmation process may be set to be executed even when the error notification occurs. Also, it may be set so that the accessory confirmation process is not executed when the error notification occurs.

In addition, in the role product confirmation process in the above-described embodiment, after confirming the position of the role product production device YS, if the role product production device YS is located at a position other than the initial position, control is performed to displace it to the initial position. However, it is not limited to this. For example, control for forcibly displacing the role product production device YS to the initial position regardless of the position of the role product production device YS between the initial position and the movable position without confirming the position of the role product production device YS. may be performed.
Further, it is checked whether or not the role product production device YS is in a position that interferes with a predetermined display such as an information display screen, and if it is in a position that prevents the predetermined display, control is performed to displace the role product production device YS to the initial position. Although it is performed, the control for displacing the accessory effect device YS to the initial position may not be performed when it is in a position other than a position that interferes with the predetermined display.
In this case, it is possible to reduce the load on the hardware resources such as the sub CPU 301 when executing the accessory confirmation process.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the accessory confirmation process is executed when the sub CPU 301 receives the setting confirmation state command, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the accessory confirmation process may be executed when the sub CPU 301 recognizes that the sub CPU 301 has recovered from the power failure without receiving the setting confirmation state command (that is, the process based on the main CPU 101).
In this case, for example, even when the main control board 100 malfunctions and the setting confirmation state command is not transmitted, the character object confirmation process can be executed.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the movable body (movable piece 16b, the opening and closing door 18b, etc. (hereinafter referred to as the main control non-overlapping movable body) is controlled by the sub-control board 300 and is movable to overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 when it is at a predetermined position within the movable range. Although the body (accessory production device YS in the above embodiment, hereinafter, the movable body is referred to as a sub-control overlapping movable body) is provided, the types of movable bodies that can be installed are not limited to these. do not have.

For example, a movable body that is controlled by the main control board 100 and overlaps the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21 when it is at a predetermined position within the movable range (hereinafter referred to as a main control overlapping movable body), or a sub control board 300. A movable body that does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 at any position within the movable range (hereinafter referred to as a secondary control non-overlapping movable body) may be provided.
Specifically, for example, the main control overlapping movable body does not overlap the display part 21a of the effect display device 21 at the position where the second start winning opening 16 is closed, but the second starting winning opening 16 is opened. At the position of , the movable piece configured to overlap with the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21, and at the closed position where the large prize winning port 18 is closed, although it does not overlap with the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21, the large prize winning port 18 is displayed. An opening/closing door or the like configured so as to overlap with the display portion 21a of the effect display device 21 at the open position is exemplified. As the secondary control non-overlapping movable body, for example, there is a character production device configured so as not to overlap the display section 21a of the production display device 21 at any position although it can be displaced from the initial position to the movable position. mentioned.

In addition, the type and number of movable bodies that can be installed are not particularly limited, and all types of movable bodies described above (main control non-overlapping movable body, main control overlapping movable body, sub-control non-overlapping movable body, Sub-control overlapping movable body) may be provided, or only some types of movable bodies among the above-described movable bodies may be provided. Also, one or a plurality of movable bodies of the same type may be provided.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the setting confirmation state (that is, the control state in which the game does not progress) is reached, the movable piece 16b and the open/close door 18b, which are main control non-overlapping movable bodies, are closed (that is, , the position where the second starting prize winning port 16 is closed, or the closed position where the big prize winning port 18 is closed), but it is not limited to this. For example, in the setting confirmation state, the main control non-overlapping movable body is maintained in the state at the time of the setting confirmation state (that is, the position where the second start winning opening 16 is closed) or control to displace to the closed position for closing the big winning opening 18). Specifically, when the setting confirmation state is reached, when the movable piece 16 is positioned at the position where the second starting prize opening 16 is open, or when the opening/closing door 18b is positioned at the open position, The position may be maintained without performing the displacement control described above.
By doing so, the processing load for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered in the setting confirmation state (the control state in which the game does not progress) is increased. can be prevented.
Further, the setting change state in the above-described embodiment is a control state in which the game does not progress, and the above-described information display screen is not displayed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, but main control non-overlapping is performed. As for the movable body, the same control as in the case of the setting confirmation state may be performed even when the setting change state is entered. That is, when the setting change state is entered, the main control non-overlapping movable body may be maintained in the state at the time when the setting change state is entered.
By doing so, in both the setting confirmation state and the setting change state, the processing for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered is made common, and the processing program data volume can be reduced.
Further, when the game becomes possible, the same initial process as the accessory initial process may be executed for the main control non-overlapping movable body. Specifically, when the game is enabled, the movable piece 16b is displaced to a position where the second start winning opening 16 is open, and then displaced to a position where the second starting winning opening 16 is closed. It is also possible to perform an initial process of displacing the opening/closing door 18b to the open position and then displacing the opening/closing door 18b to the closed position.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P provided with the main control overlapping movable body, when the setting confirmation state is reached, the main control overlapping movable body is controlled to be displaced to a position not overlapping the display section 21a of the effect display device 21. you can go For example, the movable piece that opens and closes the second starting prize winning port 16 can be displaced between a position in which the second starting prize winning port 16 is closed and a position in which it is open, and the position is in the open state. If it is configured to overlap the display unit 21a of the display device 21 (that is, if the movable piece corresponds to the main control overlapping movable body), when the setting confirmation state is reached, the main control overlapping movable body A certain movable piece may be displaced to a position where the second start winning opening 16 is closed. Further, for example, the opening/closing door for opening and closing the big prize winning port 18 can be displaced between a closed position for closing the big prize winning port 18 and an open position for opening the big prize winning port 18, and the effect display device 21 is displayed at the open position. If it is configured to overlap with the display unit 21a (that is, if the opening/closing door corresponds to the main control overlapping movable body), when the setting confirmation state is reached, the opening/closing door that is the main control overlapping movable body may be displaced to the closed position.
By doing so, it is possible to reliably prevent the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered when the setting confirmation state (the control state in which the game does not progress) occurs.
In addition, the main control overlapping movable body enters the setting confirmation state even when the control state does not progress the game and the setting change state occurs in which the above-described information display screen is not displayed on the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21. In the same way as in the case of , control may be performed to displace to a position that does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 . That is, regardless of the setting confirmation state in which the information display screen is displayed and the setting change state in which the information display screen is not displayed, when the control state in which the game does not progress is reached, the main control overlapping movable body is set to the effect display device 21 may be controlled to be displaced to a position not overlapping the display section 21a.
By doing so, in both the setting confirmation state and the setting change state, the processing for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered is made common, and the processing program data volume can be reduced.
Further, when the game becomes possible, the same initial processing as the accessory initial processing may be executed also for the main-control overlapping movable body. Specifically, when the game becomes possible, after displacing the movable piece configured as the main control overlapping movable body to a position where the second start winning opening 16 is in an open state, the second starting winning opening 16 , or the initial processing of displacing the open/close door configured as the main control overlapping movable body to the open position and then to the closed position.
Also, in the setting confirmation state, when the main control overlapping movable body is displaced to a position where it does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, and the game becomes possible, the main control overlapping movable body moves to that position. After is displaced, the above-described initial processing may be executed. Alternatively, the displacement to the above-described position may be continued, and the above-described initial processing may not be performed. Alternatively, the above-described initial processing may be executed after the displacement to the above-described position is forcibly terminated. Also, after forcibly ending the displacement to the above-described position, if the main control overlapping movable body is not in a position that does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, after displacing it to the position, the above-mentioned initial You may make it perform a process.
Even if the main control overlapping movable body is set to be displaced to a position where it does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 in the setting change state, the same control as described above is performed regarding the initial processing. good.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P provided with the secondary control non-overlapping movable body, when the setting confirmation state is reached, the secondary control non-overlapping movable body is maintained in the state at the time of the setting confirmation state. You may do so. For example, a predetermined role object effect device is configured to be displaceable between an initial position and a movable position, and not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 at any position within the movable range. (that is, when the above-mentioned predetermined role product production device corresponds to the secondary control non-overlapping movable body), when the setting confirmation state is reached, the predetermined role product production that is the secondary control non-overlapping movable body The control for displacing the device to the initial position may not be performed.
By doing so, the processing load for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered in the setting confirmation state (the control state in which the game does not progress) is increased. can be prevented.
Further, the sub-control non-overlapping movable body is in a control state in which the game does not progress and is in a setting change state in which the above-described information display screen is not displayed on the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21. As in the case where the setting change state is reached, the state at the time when the setting change state is reached may be maintained.
By doing so, in both the setting confirmation state and the setting change state, the processing for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered is made common, and the processing program data volume can be reduced.
Further, when the game becomes possible, the same initial process as the accessory initial process may be executed also for the sub-control non-overlapping movable body. Specifically, when the game becomes possible, after displacing a predetermined role product effect device configured as a secondary control non-overlapping movable body to the movable position, an initial process of displacing it to the initial position is performed. can be

In addition, in the pachinko machine P provided with the sub-control overlapping movable body (the accessory effect device YS in the above-described embodiment), the sub-control overlapping movable body is in a control state in which the game does not progress, and the effect display device 21 Even in the setting change state in which the above-mentioned information display screen is not displayed on the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21, the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21 does not overlap the display unit 21a (the above-described implementation (initial position in the form of )) may be controlled. That is, regardless of the setting confirmation state in which the information display screen is displayed and the setting change state in which the information display screen is not displayed, when the control state in which the game does not progress, the sub-control overlapping movable body is displayed on the effect display device 21. may be controlled to be displaced to a position not overlapping the display section 21a.
By doing so, in both the setting confirmation state and the setting change state, the processing for preventing the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 from being hindered is made common, and the processing program data volume can be reduced.

An example of control when a plurality of movable bodies are provided will be specifically described below.
(1) For example, a main control non-overlapping movable body (movable piece 16b and opening/closing door 18b in the above-described embodiment), and displaceable between the initial position and the movable position, and at a position other than the initial position In the pachinko machine P provided with the sub-control overlapping movable body (the performance device YS in the above-described embodiment) that overlaps the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21, the effect display device 21 is in a control state in which the game does not progress. When the setting confirmation state in which the above-mentioned information display screen is displayed on the display unit 21a, the sub-control overlapping movable body is displaced to the initial position (a position that does not overlap the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21) The main control non-overlapping movable body may be maintained in the state it was in when the setting confirmation state was entered.

(2) For example, a sub-control overlapping movable body that can be displaced between the initial position and the movable position and overlaps the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21 at a position other than the initial position, and the sub-control overlapping movable body In a pachinko machine P provided with a sub-control non-overlapping movable body that can be displaced between different initial positions and movable positions and that does not overlap the display part 21a of the effect display device 21 at any position within the movable range, In the control state in which the game does not progress and the setting confirmation state in which the above-mentioned information display screen is displayed on the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21, the sub-control overlapping movable body is set to the initial position (effect display The sub-control non-overlapping movable body may be controlled to be displaced to a position where it does not overlap with the display section 21a of the device 21, and the state of the sub-control non-overlapping movable body may be maintained as it was at the time of the setting confirmation state.

(3) For example, a first sub-control overlapping movable body that can be displaced between the initial position and the movable position and overlaps the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21 at a position other than the initial position, and the first A second sub-control overlapping movable body that can be displaced between a specific initial position and a specific movable position that are different from the secondary-control overlapping movable body and that overlaps the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 at a position other than the specific initial position. In the provided pachinko machine P, when it is in the control state in which the game does not progress and the setting confirmation state in which the above-described information display screen is displayed on the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21, at the same time, the second For the 1 sub-control overlapping movable body, control is performed to displace to the initial position (a position that does not overlap the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21), and for the second sub-control overlapping movable body, a specific initial position (effect display A position that does not overlap the display section 21a of the device 21) may be controlled to be displaced.

Also, when a plurality of movable bodies overlapping the display unit 21a of the effect display device 21 are provided (for example, when a sub-control overlapping movable body and a main control overlapping movable body are provided, a plurality of sub-control overlapping movable bodies are provided In the case where a plurality of main control overlapping movable bodies are provided, etc.), all the movable bodies are displayed on the effect display device 21 at the same time in a control state such as a setting confirmation state or a setting change state in which the game does not progress. It may be controlled so as to be displaced to a position not overlapping with the portion 21a.
By doing so, it is possible to reliably prevent a situation in which the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 is hindered.
Further, when a plurality of movable bodies are provided, the above-described initial process may be executed separately for each movable body when the game is ready for play. For example, in a pachinko machine P provided with a main control overlapping movable body, a main control non-overlapping movable body, a first sub-control overlapping movable body, a second sub-control overlapping movable body, and a sub-control non-overlapping movable body, Performing initial processing for the main-control overlapping movable body, performing initial processing for the main-control non-overlapping movable body after completing the initial processing for the main-control overlapping movable body, and performing initial processing for the main-control non-overlapping movable body Perform initial processing for the first sub-control overlapping movable body, perform initial processing for the second sub-control overlapping movable body after completing the initial processing for the first sub-control overlapping movable body, and perform the second sub-control You may make it perform the initial process about a sub-control non-overlapping movable body after the completion of the initial process about an overlapping movable body.
As for the order of execution of the initial processing when a plurality of movable bodies are provided, the initial processing for the movable body overlapping the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 may be executed with priority. By doing so, the visibility of the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 is not hindered after the initial processing for all the movable bodies is completed, so the end of the initial processing for all the movable bodies is waited for. Various kinds of display can be performed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21.
Also, the initial processing for the movable body that does not overlap the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 may be preferentially executed. By doing so, it is possible to secure a certain amount of time until the initial processing for all the movable bodies is completed and various displays can be performed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21. can be used to check whether an error or the like has occurred in the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 when the game becomes possible, so that the processing when the game becomes possible can be performed efficiently. becomes executable.
Also, instead of prioritizing which of the movable body overlapping the display section 21a of the effect display device 21 and the movable body not overlapping the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, the initial processing is executed in a predetermined order. can be By doing so, it is possible to freely formulate a processing schedule such as, for example, executing the initial operation of a movable body that is likely to break down first, and it is possible to efficiently find the occurrence of a problem.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P provided with a movable body, when the movable body satisfies a predetermined condition, it is determined that an error has occurred in the movable body, and the fact that an error has occurred in the movable body is suggested. can be
Specifically, for example, for each movable body provided in the pachinko machine P, a predetermined origin position (for example, the character effect effect device YS in the above-described embodiment configured as a secondary control overlapping movable body If the movable piece 16b in the above-described embodiment configured as the main control non-overlapping movable body is in the initial position, the position where the second start winning opening 16 is closed, and the main control non-overlapping movable body is configured as described above. A detection sensor for detecting the presence of the movable body is provided in the opening and closing door 18b in the embodiment (e.g., closed position, etc.), and the detection sensor detects that the movable body is at the origin position when it is not the timing at which the movable body is displaced. It may be determined that an error has occurred in the movable body when the number of times that it is detected that it is not in the state reaches a predetermined number of times. When it is determined that an error has occurred in the movable body, a display suggesting that fact is displayed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, and a predetermined error sound is output by the sound output device 10, and in a predetermined light emission mode. Movable body error notification (that is, notification by a device connected to the sub-control board 300) that emits light from the status notification lamp EL may be executed.

In addition, for the movable bodies controlled by the main control board 100 (main control overlapping movable bodies, main control non-overlapping movable bodies), corresponding detection sensors are connected to the main control board 100, and the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 A determination as described above may be made. Then, when it is determined that an error has occurred in the movable body, in addition to executing the above-described movable body error notification, an error is detected in the display device (for example, the main information display device 105) connected to the main control board 100. You may make it display to the effect that it generate|occur|produced.
On the other hand, for the movable bodies controlled by the sub-control board 300 (sub-control overlapping movable bodies, sub-control non-overlapping movable bodies), the corresponding detection sensors are connected to the sub-control board 300, and the sub-control board 300 The above determination can be made by the sub CPU 301 . Then, when it is determined that an error has occurred in the movable body, only the above-described movable body error notification can be performed.

In addition, the determination of the occurrence of the above-mentioned error and the suggestion that the error has occurred are made to be executed in the playable state, and in the control state such as the setting confirmation state and the setting change state where the game does not progress, the above-mentioned error may be determined without determining whether the error has occurred, or the occurrence of the error may be determined without indicating that the error has occurred.
In a control state in which the game does not progress, such as a setting confirmation state or a setting change state, a suggestion to the effect that it is in the setting confirmation state or setting change state, an information display screen, or the like is executed. In addition, it is possible to prevent the suggestion of an error regarding the movable body from being redundantly executed, and to prevent the suggestion of the setting confirmation state or the setting change state and the visibility of the information display screen from being hindered.

Also, the role product production device YS may be configured by a display device capable of a predetermined display such as a liquid crystal display device.
Also, the modifications described above can be configured in combination with each other as far as possible.

Further, the control of the main CPU 101 during the control state in which the game does not progress in the above embodiment can be applied to other pachinko machines and gaming machines other than pachinko machines. For example, in a pachinko machine (so-called feathered game) in which a special game is executed by entering a game ball into a special area (so-called V-zone) provided in the big winning opening, a control state in which the game does not progress is set. Also, the operation of the opening/closing door of the big winning opening may be restricted, or the payout of game balls may be continued. Further, in a slot machine in which a game is played using game medals as a game medium, even when a control state is set in which the game does not progress, the movement of a predetermined accessory effect device is restricted or the payout of game medals is prohibited. You may make it continue.

It should be noted that the character object production device YS in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the movable body of the present invention. Also, the sub-control board 300 in the above embodiment corresponds to the control means of the present invention. Also, the initial position in the above embodiment corresponds to the first position of the present invention. Also, the movable position in the above embodiment corresponds to the second position of the present invention. Also, the setting confirmation state in the above embodiment corresponds to the game disabled state of the present invention. Also, the pachinko machine P in the above embodiment corresponds to the gaming machine of the present invention. Also, the character product initial processing in the above embodiment corresponds to the identification processing of the present invention.

P pachinko machine YS accessory effect device 21 effect display device 100 main control board 101 main CPU
102 Main ROM
103 Main RAM
300 sub control board 301 sub CPU
302 sub-ROM
303 sub-RAM

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a movable body;
a control means for controlling the displacement of the movable body;
a payout means for putting out game balls based on the establishment of a predetermined payout condition ,
the movable body is displaceable between a first position and a second position;
A gaming machine that can enter a playable state in which a game can be progressed or a game-disabled state in which a game cannot be progressed,
The control means is
In the play disabled state, it is possible to execute control to displace the movable body to the first position,
When the playable state is reached, a specific process for displacing the movable body in a predetermined manner can be executed, and the movable body is displaced to the first position in the play-disabled state. when the playable state is reached, the specific processing can be executed after the movable body is displaced to the first position ;
Among the errors that can occur based on the establishment of a predetermined occurrence condition, when a specific error occurs, control to stop the payout of game balls is executed, but other errors different from the specific error A game machine characterized in that control for stopping the payout of game balls is not executed when such an error occurs .

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