JPH11239661A - Calling-out system for game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To make unlocking impossible for an outsider having no means to know a code number without having a command machine by performing the unlocking by the command machine to impart a daily different code number controlled by a control device by imparting a function to take charge of locking/ unlocking of a game machine to a calling-out display. SOLUTION: In a calling-out system 1, an electronic part cannot be replaced by making unlocking impossible for an outsider having no means to know a code number NX without having a command machine 3 by performing the unlocking by the command machine 3 to impart a daily different code number NX controlled by a control device 2 by imparting a function to take charge of locking/unlocking of a game machine 70 to a calling-out display 4. Security is not reduced since it is impossible to impart the code number NX using on that day to the command machine 3 even if the command machine 3 is obtained by an illegal means.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a game machine such as a pachinko machine, and more particularly, to a game machine such as an employee for solving a problem such as a game ball being caught on a board. The present invention relates to a call system including a call indicator provided for each of the gaming machines to call the game machine.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art FIG. 3 shows an example of the configuration of a conventional paging system of this type. A paging display 90 basically comprising a switch 91 and a lamp 92 is provided above a gaming machine 70. When a trouble occurs in the gaming machine 70, the player turns on the switch 91 and turns on the lamp 92 to report the trouble and call an employee or the like.

At this time, a group (so-called island) is formed by a plurality of gaming machines 70 in order to improve the confirmation from employees, and a calling indicator of any of the gaming machines 70 in this group is formed. A representative call indicator 93 that lights up when the 90 is operated and notifies the operator of a failure is usually provided.

In recent years, since the gaming machine 70 having the "big hit" mode is usually used, the lamp 92 is also connected to the gaming machine 70, and when the gaming machine 70 is in the "big hit" mode, A function is added such that the game machine 70 is turned on by a signal from the game machine 70 to notify a player or the like that the gaming machine 70 is in the "big hit" mode, and to enhance the game atmosphere.

Further, in order to provide reference data when a player selects a platform, a digital display 94 or the like is provided on the call display 90 as an integral or separate body. The game information such as the number of occurrences of "big hits" is disclosed to the market. In this case, although not shown, the display is performed from the data stored in the separately provided central management device.

[0006]

However, the above-mentioned conventional call indicator 90 merely informs the employee of the occurrence of a trouble, and the called employee uses the key owned by himself / herself to play the game machine. Since the lock was released by unlocking the 70 metal frame and wooden frame, etc., anyone other than an employee can unlock the lock if it has a unlocking means such as a duplicate key. It is.

Therefore, in the recent computerized gaming machine 70, a malicious player steals an employee's surveillance gap and unlocks it, exchanging electronic components such as ICs, and the probability of "big hit" is large. This causes problems such as "big hits" continuing and the store side suffering enormous losses, and solving this point is an issue.

[0008]

According to the present invention, as a specific means for solving the above-mentioned conventional problems, there is provided a calling device provided for each gaming machine so that a player can report a trouble of the gaming machine. A paging system for a gaming machine including a display, wherein the paging system includes a management device, a plurality of command devices each assigned a code number by the management device, and a non-contact reception from the command device. A plurality of call indicators for unlocking the gaming machine corresponding to the order, and a serial line to which the management device and the call indicator are connected. Writing means for writing the code number to the call indicator, serial communication means for transmitting the code number to the call indicator and receiving an abnormal signal from the call indicator, and serial communication means. Serial communication means for communicating with the management device via the serial line, wherein the storage means for holding the communication contents described above and an alarm means for outputting in response to the reception of the abnormal signal are provided. Receiving means for receiving the code number from the command machine, and collating the code number from the management device with the code number from the command machine, unlocking the corresponding gaming machine when they match, and Unlocking means for transmitting the machine number and the code number to the management device; and an abnormality signal for transmitting the abnormality signal to the management device via the serial line when the unlocking is performed by a procedure other than a predetermined procedure. An object of the present invention is to solve the problem by providing a paging system for a gaming machine, wherein a calling means is provided.

[0009]

Next, the present invention will be described in detail based on an embodiment shown in the drawings. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes a paging system for gaming machines according to the present invention. The paging system 1 corresponds to a management device 2, a plurality of command machines 3, a number of gaming machines 70, and a machine number T. The management device 2 and the call display 4 both have a serial communication means, and are connected to the serial line 5 and are mutually transmitted and received. It is possible.

The management device 2 is provided with a command register unit 2a as writing means for writing the code number NX for the command device 3. At this time, the code number NX is assumed to be such that a number sequence and a character string are generated randomly by the management device 2 as many as the number of the command devices 3 are prepared, and for a predetermined time period such as one day. Be changed.

Therefore, for example, before opening the store, the employee makes the commander 3 lent to the commander registering section 2a, and inputs his / her employee number, for example. Is written with the code number NX of the day corresponding to. At this time, the command unit 3 is provided with push buttons 3a and the like corresponding to necessary functions such as unlocking of a metal frame and unlocking of a wooden frame, which will be described later. At this time, the employee is not notified of the code number NX.

At the same time, the management device 2 notifies all of the code numbers NX registered in the command machine 3 to the call indicator 4 to the call indicator 4 via the serial communication means and the serial line 5 provided therein. , The call indicator 4 receives and holds this by the serial communication means. In addition, the call indicator 4 is provided with a receiving means for receiving an unlocking command from the commanding device 3 by non-contact means such as infrared rays and by transmitting the code number NX. Needless to say, the call indicator 4 is provided with the same function as the conventional example.

The call indicator 4 checks the presence of a code number NX which is an unlocking command received from the commander 3 among a plurality of code numbers NX transmitted from the management device 2. Is confirmed, the lock 71 of the metal frame that opens the front glass of the gaming machine 70 or the lock 72 of the wooden frame that turns the gaming machine 70 to expose the back surface is unlocked by, for example, operating a solenoid. An unlocking means is provided. Further, at this time, the call display 4 transmits its own machine number T and the received code number NX to the management device 2, and the management device 2 stores the communication contents in the storage means with time. In the case where the gaming machine 70 is a pachinko gaming machine, the gaming machine 7 serving as a portion for supplying a gaming ball to the gaming machine 70 is provided.
Since there is a high possibility that a fraudulent operation is performed on the upper curtain plate (not shown), it is preferable to provide an unlocking means also on this curtain plate.

In addition, the call indicator 4 is provided with a detecting means such as a contact for detecting opening and closing of the locks 71 and 72 of the metal frame and the wooden frame. When the frame is returned to the closed position, the lock is automatically performed, and when the metal frame or the wooden frame is opened without receiving the unlocking command from the commanding machine 3, the output to the detecting means is provided. When an error occurs, an abnormal signal generating means for transmitting an abnormal signal AL to the management device 2 via the serial line 5 is provided.
For example, there is provided an alarm unit for driving a rotating lamp, generating a sound, or displaying the number T at which an abnormal signal is issued.

In addition to the above configuration, in this embodiment,
The management device 2 and the call indicator 4 are provided with a monitoring mode, and the management device 2 is provided with a maintenance information storage means.
The call indicator 4 is provided in correspondence with the non-operating time zone of 0, for example, in response to a command from the management device 2 side.

In the monitoring mode, the call indicator 4 does not execute the receiving means and does not receive the unlock command from the command device 3, so that the unlock means does not operate. , The call indicator 4 exclusively monitors the detection means, and if an output is generated in the detection means, immediately transmits an abnormal signal to the management apparatus 2, and the management apparatus 2 which has received the abnormal signal, Activate alarm means. Also, since the store is unmanned in such a state,
For example, means for reporting to a security company may be added as the alarm means. In the maintenance information storage means, the management device 2 stores the maintenance performed on the gaming machine 70, for example, a numerical value obtained by measuring an interval dimension at the time of adjusting the nail.

It should be noted that the call indicator 4 can be provided with a representative call indicator 6 for representing a set of the call indicators 4 in units of islands as in the conventional example. Convenience is further improved by providing, for example, a light or sound notification means for notifying the occurrence of an abnormality. In addition, similarly as described in the conventional example, the call display 4 is provided with a digital display 4a and the like, for example, which discloses game information such as the number of occurrences of "big hits" of the table on the previous day. It is also possible to do so freely.

According to the present invention, since the communication of each of the above information is performed by serial communication means, a very small number of communication lines is sufficient. Even in a large shop where the system is installed, it is possible to avoid complicated problems such as complicated communication lines despite exchanging the above various information.

The above is the main structure, operation, and effect of the calling system 1 according to the present invention. The present invention has many other structural variations besides the above. I do. A microprocessor having a unique ID is mounted on each of the management device 2, the command device registration unit 2a, the command device 3, the call display 4, the representative call display 6, and the like, and these unique IDs are used every time an operation is performed. If they are mutually confirmed, even if the microprocessor is replaced or the like is performed, it can be easily detected.

Further, a nonvolatile memory is mounted on the management device 2, the command device registration unit 2a, the command device 3, the call display device 4, and the representative call display device 6, for example, to change a program at irregular intervals, or If each of them can monitor the legitimacy of the program, it is easy to detect the forgery instruction device 3, and it is also possible to detect internal unauthorized alteration.

The game information for each gaming machine 70 may be stored in the call display 4 attached thereto,
If it is assumed that the gaming machine 70 is collectively stored in the non-volatile memory in the representative call display 6 under the jurisdiction of the game machine 70, it is not necessary to provide the individual call display 4 and the configuration is simplified to reduce the cost. In addition to being possible, the management device 2 also needs to take in data only a small number of times, and the operation can be speeded up.

If the display of praise or the like when a special prize is generated is controlled on the representative call display 6 side, for example, when a special prize is generated in a plurality of gaming machines 70 in one corner (island), Due to this difference, the content of the praise display can be changed, and it is possible to further improve the atmosphere in the hall.

Further, for example, the gaming machine 70 (for example, the call display 4) from which the call is made is displayed on the representative call display 6.
If you have a display that displays the number of the employee or a code that indicates that the fraud has been done, employees will not have to frequently visit the site and labor can be saved Becomes

Further, after the store is closed, it is necessary to unlock each of the gaming machines 70 for maintenance. However, since a solenoid or the like for unlocking the gaming machine has a large input power, it is necessary to unlock the gaming machine 70 when performing maintenance. If unlocking is performed sequentially according to the route, problems such as an increase in the amount of contracted power due to a large current flowing instantaneously can be solved.

FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the operation of the above-configured calling system 1 according to the present invention as a basic part.
The registration of the command machine 3 lent to itself by the command machine registration section 2a is performed (ST01). Prior to this registration, the employee inputs his / her employee number and the like, so that the management device 2 clearly recognizes which commander 3 is used by whom.

Then, the management device 2 sends a command
A different code number NX is written for each command unit 3 used today (ST02). At the same time, the management device 2 transmits all of the code numbers NX used today to all the call indicators 4 provided for each gaming machine 70 (ST03), and the call indicator 4 which has received this transmits these code numbers NX. The code number NX is stored (ST04). At this time, since all of these communications are performed via the serial line 5, the number of lines and the like may be the minimum necessary, and wiring can be performed easily and inexpensively.

When the business is started after such a procedure, the call indicator 4 stands by in preparation for receiving the unlocking command by the code number NX from the commanding device 3 (ST05) and manages itself. The locked state of the gaming machine 70 is monitored (ST06). At this time, the call indicator 4 also determines whether or not the office is open during business hours based on a signal from the management device 2 or the like (ST07).

Here, a failure occurs in a certain gaming machine 70,
When the player calls the employee through the call display 4 and the employee confirms a failure, an unlock command, for example, by infrared rays, is transmitted to the call display 4 for unlocking the gaming machine 70, The call indicator 4 receives this, and determines whether or not this unlock command exists in the number group notified as the code number NX used today (ST08).

If present, the locks 71 and 72 are unlocked (ST
09) At the same time, the code number NX of the commanding machine 3 and the game machine number T of the own game machine 3 are transmitted to the management device 2 (ST1).
0), and the management device 2 receives the code number NX,
The machine number T of the gaming machine is stored together with the time used (S
T11). When the repair is completed, the locking is performed again, and the call indicator 4 waits and monitors again (ST05 to ST).
07) Return to the state.

At this time, if the code number NX transmitted from the command unit 3 does not exist, it is determined that the command unit 3 has been illicitly used due to theft or the like, and the call display unit 4
Sends an abnormal signal AL together with the machine number T of its own gaming machine to the management device 2 (ST12), and the management device 2 issues an alarm (ST13) to notify the manager, employee, etc., and urge them to take action. And so on.

When unlocking is detected (ST06) in a state where the unlocking command is not received, the call indicator 4 determines that the player has committed an improper act, and the call indicator 4 of the gaming machine 70 managed by himself / herself is controlled. The abnormality signal AL is transmitted to the management device 2 together with the machine number T (ST12), and the management device 2 issues an alarm (ST13) to notify employees and the like to urge them to take measures.

When the end of the business hours is detected, the management device 2 outputs the information of the unlocking of the present day as examination material as necessary (ST14). And an unusual "big hit"
If the maintenance information of the gaming machine showing the suspicious behavior such as the number of occurrences of the game machine is also output and examined (ST15), it is possible to determine whether or not there is any employee's misconduct such as a change in the nail interval.

After such examination is performed, the call system 1 is set to the monitoring mode (ST16), and the call display 4 monitors only the lock (ST17). Therefore, in the monitoring mode, the call display 4 indicates the code number N of the day.
Even if the command machine 3 having X is used, unlocking will not be performed.

Here, if the unlocking is detected, the call indicator 4 determines that the unlocking has been performed by an illegal entrant, and transmits the abnormal signal AL together with the machine number T of the gaming machine managed by itself. 2 (ST12), and the management device 2 issues an alarm (ST13). In this case, since it is expected that the inside of the store is unoccupied, it is preferable to make an on-line report to a security company or the like in addition to intimidating the intruder by the warning.

[0035]

As described above, according to the present invention, the call indicator is provided with the function of locking and unlocking the gaming machine, and the unlocking is managed by the management device and given a different code number every day. First, it is impossible for outsiders who do not have a commander and have no way to know the code number to unlock, and to replace electronic components etc. Becomes

Further, even if the command machine is obtained by illegal means, it is impossible to give the code number used on the day, so that security can be ensured. Further, since the management device recognizes the commander with the code number written on the day of the lending by the insider, the management device recognizes the abuse by the insider.
In addition, the provision of the monitoring mode makes it impossible to replace electronic components due to illegal entry at night.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a wiring diagram showing an embodiment of a calling system according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing an operation of the same embodiment.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a conventional example.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 ... Calling system 2 ... Management device 2a ... Commander registration unit 3 ... Commander 3a ... Push button 4 ... Call display 4a ... Digital display 5 ... Serial line 6 ... Representative call display Machine 70… Gaming machine 71, 72… Lock T… Game machine number AL… Abnormal signal NX… Code number

Claims (10)

[Claims] 1. A paging system for a gaming machine including a call indicator provided corresponding to each gaming machine so that a player can report a failure of the gaming machine, wherein the paging system includes a management device and a management device. A plurality of command machines each assigned a code number by the management device, a plurality of call indicators for unlocking the corresponding gaming machine by a non-contact instruction from the command machine, and the management device And a serial line to which a call indicator is connected, wherein the management device generates the code number and writes the code number to the command device, and transmits the code number to the call indicator. Serial communication means for receiving an abnormal signal from the call display device, storage means for holding the contents of communication performed by the serial communication means, and an alarm output in response to reception of the abnormal signal Means are provided, the call indicator includes a serial communication unit that communicates with the management device via the serial line, a receiving unit that receives the code number from the command device, And unlocking means for unlocking the corresponding gaming machine and transmitting its own machine number and the code number to the management device when the code numbers from the command machine are collated and matched with each other, An abnormal signal generating means for transmitting the abnormal signal to the management apparatus via the serial line when unlocking is performed in a procedure other than a procedure; 2. The paging system for a gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the management device and the call display are provided with a monitoring mode for a non-operating time zone of the gaming machine. 3. The management device according to claim 1, wherein the management device is provided with maintenance information storage means for maintenance for each of the gaming machines corresponding to each of the call indicators. Paging system for gaming machines. 4. The call display device according to claim 1, further comprising a representative call display device for displaying a required item in a representative manner for a plurality of call display devices in a group. Item 4. A paging system for a gaming machine according to any one of Items 3. 5. The management device is provided with game information storage means for game information for each of the gaming machines to which each of the call indicators corresponds, and can be disclosed to a customer via the call indicator. The paging system for a gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: 6. The pachinko game machine according to claim 1, wherein said unlocking means is provided on each of a metal frame, a wooden frame and a curtain plate of said pachinko game machine. Item 6. A paging system for a gaming machine according to any one of Items 5. 7. The call indicator, the representative call indicator,
The management device and the command device registration unit attached to the management device each include a microprocessor having a unique ID, and a nonvolatile memory that can read and write an operation program and operation data. A calling system for a gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6. 8. The game information of the gaming machine is collectively stored in a memory in the representative call display which is controlled by the game machine, and the operation of the call display which is controlled by the representative call display. The paging system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein at least a part of the paging system is controlled. 9. The display device according to claim 1, wherein said representative call display device is provided with a display device for displaying information such as a call of a gaming machine controlled by said representative call display device. A paging system for a gaming machine according to any one of the preceding claims. 10. The unlocking means is provided with a maintenance mode for maintenance after the store is closed, and in this maintenance mode, an appropriate time difference is provided for unlocking each gaming machine. A paging system for a gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9.