JPS63294882A - Play ball feed-out apparatus in pattern combining type play machine - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Industrial Application Field] The present invention relates to a game ball delivery device in a symbol combination type gaming machine, and more specifically, in each game by inserting game media, the symbol display device In a gaming machine that obtains combinations of similar symbols, and based on the results, a predetermined score is established, a certain number of pachinko balls are sent out as a medium necessary for the game in accordance with the game conditions. This invention relates to a new game ball delivery device.

[Technical background]

As is well known, one of the representative examples of this kind of symbol combination type gaming machine, which has been generally called a "slot machine" or "arrangement type gaming machine", is a machine that provides medals (also called coins) for each game. ) can be used one by one to play a combination game of symbols on a symbol drum or symbol display 'A'fl.In contrast to a -S pachinko machine, in this type of gaming machine, each other's game media (Medals and Pachinko balls) Although there are major differences in the gaming methods, contents, and configurations of both, they are considered to have the same external size (width and height) and are common within the same game parlor. It is said that it is possible to replace and install each frame on a frame stand (also called a regular product). Therefore, in recent years, there has been a demand for a new type of gaming machine that can use pachinko balls as the gaming medium.

[Conventional technical problems]

In order to meet the above-mentioned demand, in recent years, a "slot machine" disclosed in Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 62-6880 has been proposed as an example of a type that uses pachinko balls.

In this "slot machine," a technical outline is proposed that allows the use of regular pachinko balls instead of medals, etc., but in each game, the medals are 1.
No specific technology, ie, a device for feeding game balls, has been proposed for accurately sending a predetermined number of pachinko balls into the machine, and the current situation still requires ingenuity.

[Problem-solving techniques]

The present invention has been newly proposed by solving the technical deficiencies of the prior art described above, and is equipped on the front of a gaming machine to send out pachinko balls as a medium used in each symbol combination game. A ball holder for pachinko balls is tiltably supported between an entry passage communicating with the outlet of the tray and a discharge passage formed at a distance below the entrance passage, and holds a fixed number of pachinko balls. A ball case that can be accommodated in a feedable manner, and an electromagnetic operating tool that is electrically connected to a confirmation switch that confirms the presence or absence of pachinko balls in the ball case and that has a movable member linked to the ball case. , the electromagnetic operating tool is activated in response to the operation of the ball feed operating means when the confirmation switch is detected, and the ball case communicates with the passageway before the electromagnetic operating tool is activated and when the electromagnetic operating tool is returned to operation. This is a game ball delivery device that is set so that it can be held at a ball insertion position and switched to a ball delivery position that communicates with the ejection path when the electromagnetic operating tool is activated, and can be changed to meet the player's desired conditions in each game. It is suitable for sending out game balls.

[Purpose of the invention]

An object of the present invention is to provide a game ball delivery device that can accurately feed a certain number of pachinko balls that meet the conditions of a pattern combination game each time, and to provide a game ball delivery device that can accurately feed a certain number of pachinko balls that meet the conditions of a pattern combination game each time. The purpose is to spread the word.

〔Example〕

Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

First, a brief explanation of the gaming machine P shown schematically in Fig. 1. This machine has the same basic configuration as the previous "slot machine", and as shown in the figure, it is attached to a vertically long box-shaped main body l so that it can be opened and closed. A vertically rectangular decorative frame 3 is attached to the front of the front frame 2. A transparent window 4°4 for each pattern drum is formed in the center of this decorative frame 3, and a start lever 5 and each pattern drum are formed at the bottom thereof. A manual stop button switch 6.6 for each is arranged. A plurality of types of scoring lines are set on both sides of the transparent window 4, depending on the combination of symbols on each symbol drum, the horizontal line in the center is for one score, the upper and lower horizontal lines are for two scores, The diagonal lines that intersect with each other are for three points.

On the other hand, within the main body 1, three pattern drums 8.8 whose rotation is controlled by individual drive stop means 7. , pictures, etc.) are arranged, for example, in the same number and of the same type.

However, regarding the stopping mode of each drum, in the automatic stop example, they are stopped sequentially from the left after a set time period, and in the manual stop example, they are stopped individually based on the set time in response to the operation of each button switch 6.6 by the player. With this setting, each symbol can be fixedly displayed on the corresponding transparent window 4.4. By the way, when symbols of the same type are lined up on each score line,
Scores corresponding to each score game condition that match the input amount of game media are established.

In the gaming machine P of this example described above, as a configuration related to the use of pachinko balls, a metal support is attached to a horizontally rectangular metal frame 9 fixed to the lower front surface of the decorative frame 3, as schematically shown in FIG. A plate 10 is attached so as to be openable and closable in a side-opening manner, and a ball holder plate 11 is attached to the front surface of the support plate 10, while a zero example delivery device WF, which will be described later, is detachably set on the inner surface. Note that a locking device 12 (No. 3.4) is installed between the support plate lO and the metal frame 8.
(see figure), and the lock lever 16 can be unlocked by operating the key through the play hole 14 of the lock barrel 13 using the operating piece 15. The lower ball holder 18 is a plate, and both plates 11.18 are equipped with a ball extraction mechanism.

The game ball delivery device F of this example is of a cassette type that is removably set on the inner surface of the support plate 10 at the center,
The upper ball receiver is configured to receive game pachinko balls (also simply referred to as game balls) from the tray 11 and send them out in a fixed number unit for each ball sending operation. To explain in detail below with reference to FIGS. 3 to 9, the rectangular case main body 21 set on the support plate 10 is, for example, the base 17 of the locking device 12.
The other side is fixedly held by a retaining lever 19, and the ball holder on one side is positioned at the outlet 11a of the tray 11.
An inlet passage 22 and an oblique delivery passage 23 are formed on the other side, and a ball return passage 24 and an ejection passage 26 are formed vertically on the other side.
The outlet 27 of G is sectioned. Note that the return port 25 communicates with the lower ball holder to the tray 18 side via a return gutter 28 installed in the decorative frame 3, and the outlet 27 of the discharge path 26 communicates with the discharge channel 29 installed in the main body l. (See Figure 2).

A ball case 30 is tiltably mounted between the delivery path 23, the ball return path 24, and the discharge path 26. The ball case 30 has a substantially horizontally oriented rectangular cylinder shape with a storage path 31 for a predetermined number of game balls (five in this example), and a fulcrum shaft 32 at the center of the lower surface is connected to the case body 21 and the support bracket 33. By the operation of a first electromagnetic solenoid 41, which will be described later, the ball holder that communicates the entrance of the accommodation path 31 with the delivery path 23 is positioned (however, the exit is connected to the ball return path 24).
(also referred to as a ball return position) and a ball release position where the outlet of the accommodation path 31 is communicated with the discharge path 26. Note that an opening/closing piece 34 for the outlet of the delivery path 23 is formed on the inlet side of the ball case 30.

An opening/closing lever 35 is supported on the outside of the case body 21. This lever 35 is used to stop and release the game balls in the ball case 30, and is supported in a cantilever by the fulcrum shaft 32, and the opening/closing piece 36 at its free end is connected to a long hole formed in the main body 21. 37 to the exit of the ball case 30 and the ball return path 2
4, and is switched between the vertical and vertical configurations by the operation of a second electromagnetic solenoid 45, which will be described later.

Further, a confirmation switch 38 is incorporated into the case body 21. This switch 38 is in the form of a phototube that utilizes the method itself, and the light emitting part and the light receiving part are connected to the main body 2.
1 from the hole 39 toward the opening 40 of the ball case 30.
The presence or absence of the last (fifth) game ball in No. 1 can be detected. Note that a lamp 53 is connected to the switch 38.

The first electromagnetic solenoid 41 is installed inside the case body 21, and its spring-loaded rod 42 is connected to a connecting piece 44 of the ball case 30 via a connecting rod 43, and the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 is connected to the connection piece 44 of the ball case 30 before and during operation. 30 can be operated alternately between the ball receiver position and the ball release position. This solenoid 41 is operable when the confirmation switch 38 is detected (ON), and is connected to each of the selection switches 48, 49, and 50 in the form of a manual button for ball feeding operation arranged in the center of the decorative frame 3. In operation, when the discharge bulb switch 51 is activated according to the memory circuit M and is installed at the entrance of the discharge volume 29 (
ON), the next operation is possible. Note that each switch 48
．． 49.50 and 51 have lamps 54.55.56.5
7 are connected respectively.

On the other hand, the second solenoid 45 is attached to the case body 21, and its spring-loaded rod 46 is connected to the opening/closing lever 35 via a connecting rod 47, and the lever 35 is lowered to the closed position before and during operation, and It can be operated alternately into the raised open position. This solenoid 45 is operated by a ball return switch 52 installed on the support plate 10, and is operated by the first ball return switch 52.
When the solenoid 41 is activated, it is set to a rest state. Note that each of the lamps 53 to 57 is arranged on the display section 3A above the decorative frame 3, and both solenoids 41.4
5, switch 38.51°52 and selection switch 4B
, 49.50 including the control circuit FaC'' in the main body l?
II (see Figure 10).

In this example, the gaming machine P provides a set number of pachinko balls (also referred to as prize balls) as a reward for each score.

Regarding the configuration in which the main body 1 is rejected, as schematically shown in FIG.
A prize ball feeding device 64 is operated under the conditions corresponding to each scoring point, and the prize ball pachinko balls filled in the upper storage tank 61, the oblique delivery gutter 62, and the folding gutter 63 are operated under conditions corresponding to each scoring point. They are housed in a predetermined number and are discharged when the device 64 is operated. The prize ball is then fed from the vertical gutter 67 to the horizontal first feed gutter 68, and the upper ball receiver is fed to the dish 11 side.
After the tray side is full, the lower ball receiver is fed to the tray 18 side via the lower second supply gutter 69. In addition, the above prize ball feeding device f64
In this case, two prize ball cases 65 that can accommodate a set number of prize balls (5, 10) are connected to the electromagnetic solenoid 66, etc., and can operate independently, and 5 and 2 prize balls are given out for each score. Dispense 10 balls for each score and 15 balls for each 3 points. A switch 70 for detecting full prize balls is attached to an appropriate part of the second feed gutter 69, and when the switch 70 is activated, the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 in the feed device F is temporarily set to a rest state. . 71 is a ball removal gutter for prize balls,
The discharge gutter 29 and the common collection gutter 72 communicate with each other.

Now, the game ball delivery device F of this example configured as described above.
In this case, when the power of the game machine is turned on, the ball receiver on the top receives the game ball thrown into the tray 11 and can operate according to the ball sending operation. In other words, the ball receiver receives game balls from inside the tray.
The ball holder is housed in a ball case 30 which is held in position by passing from the entry path 22 of the case body 21 to the delivery path 23,
Then, it is stopped and held by the opening/closing lever 35 in the closed position. As for the game balls in the ball case 30, the confirmation switch 38 detects and confirms that "5 balls are present" by detecting the rearmost ball, so that the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 is kept in a movable state.

Then, by operating the selection switch 48, 49, 50 on the gaming machine P side, the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 is operated under the set conditions according to the storage means M and the control circuit board C, and each time the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 is operated, the ball case 30 is activated once. The ball is fed (tilted to the ball release position), and the ball receiver returns to its original position. As a result, the game balls (5 pieces) in the ball case 30 are discharged as used balls from the discharge path 26 to the discharge gutter 29 outside the case body 21, and then discharged from the recovery section 72 to the outside of the machine.

When the switch 51 in the discharge gutter 29 detects the discharge bulb, the law feeding operation is terminated.

Therefore, in this example gaming machine P equipped with the above-mentioned sending device F,
Based on game selection operations, symbol games similar to those of conventional "slot machines" can be played. That is, by operating the selection switches 4B and 49.50 while the confirmation switch 38 detects the presence of a ball and the lamp 53 lights up, the desired game content is set as described below.

Note that each of the above lamps displays the corresponding possible scoring game when lit.

Therefore, by operating any one of the selection switches 48, 49, 50 according to the game content desired by the player, the corresponding lamps 54, 55, 54, 55, etc. are turned on as the switch turns on.
56 lights up to display the scoring game, while the first electromagnetic solenoid 41 in the sending device F
However, according to the setting conditions, the ball feed is activated and the game ball is sent to the ball case 30.
Send in units. However, when the switches 49 and 50 are operated, the solenoid 41 is reactivated every time the ejection bulb switch 51 is detected and the confirmation switch 38 detects that a ball is present. Then, at the end of the ball feeding operation in response to the switch operation, a "game ready" state is established.

Thereafter, by operating the start lever 5 in the same way as in the case of the conventional "slot machine", the symbol drums 8, 8 start rotating according to the set conditions via the respective drive/stop means 7, 7, and the symbols change. Then, it is stopped automatically or manually by the button switch 6.6, and the individual symbols are fixedly displayed on the transparent window 4.4. If each "score line" is established as a result of the combination of symbols, the prize ball dispensing device 64 in the machine is operated in accordance with the score, and a predetermined number of prize balls are dispensed. However, the scoring for each game and the number of balls awarded are as follows.

In continuation of the above-mentioned game, the selection switch 49.50
In the event that the confirmation switch 38 fails to confirm or detect the balls in the ball case 30 for the second time or later due to a lack of game balls in the tray 1 or in the delivery device F, In this case, while the solenoid 41 is deactivated for the second or third time, the corresponding lamp 55 is
Or, 56 flashes to indicate that there is a shortage of balls in the ball case 30. In such a state, when the ball receiver adds a new game ball to the tray 11, the first solenoid 41 operates to feed the remaining balls based on the confirmation switch 38 detecting "ball present" and the game starts. can. On the other hand, if the start lever 5 is operated without adding any game balls, the game can be started using the valid number of game balls thrown (see FIG. 11).

In addition, when pulling out a game ball from the ball case 30 or the delivery device F, the ball return switch 52 is operated. As a result, the opening/closing lever 35 is tilted upward in accordance with the operation of the second electromagnetic solenoid 45, and the ball case 30 and the ball return path 24 are brought into open communication with each other, and the remaining game balls can be discharged to the side of the ball tray 18 in the lower ball holder. .

In particular, in the sending device F of this example, the ball sending solenoid 41 can be activated when the confirmation switch 38 is detected, thereby preventing illegal games due to a shortage of game balls, and also enabling the next operation when the ejecting switch 51 is detected. By virtue of this, it is possible to prevent malfunctions that differ from the operation of the switch 48, 49, 50. Furthermore, by using the confirmation switch 38, it is possible to accurately detect the number of game balls in the ball case 30, and to accurately detect that the ball holder of the ball case 30 itself has returned to its position, and as a result, the solenoid 41 can be accurately detected. It is possible to avoid malfunctions and always perform stable operations, that is, accurate ball feeding operations, so that proper games can be continued.

[Example of change]

In the game ball delivery device that is the subject of the present invention, other techniques than the illustrated embodiments are also recommended. In other words, in an example in which a game with up to 3 points can be played with one game operation, confirmation switches for 5 balls, 10 balls, and 15 balls are placed in the path of the game ball, and the detection status of each of these switches is and a type in which the solenoid 41 is activated a set number of times by operating the corresponding selection switch when each display means lights up.

In addition, each ball case for 5 balls and 10 balls, a confirmation switch, and an electromagnetic solenoid are respectively arranged, and when the detection status of each switch and the lighting display of the display means are displayed, the individual solenoids can be selected by operating the corresponding selection switch. Type 0, etc., which are operated singly or simultaneously. As for the ball return mechanism, instead of the illustrated electromagnetic solenoid 41, a mechanical model may be used in which the opening/closing lever 35 is operated using an operating piece and a connecting member attached to the front surface of the support plate 10. be.

〔Effect of the invention〕

As can be understood from the above-mentioned embodiments, the game ball delivery device of the present invention sends out regular pachinko balls in fixed numbers in place of medals as the game medium for symbol combination games, and at the start of each game, The number of pachinko balls that meet the conditions can always be sent out accurately, and this can be suitably implemented in this type of gaming machine. In particular, by implementing the present device, it is possible to play games using common game media in a normal pachinko machine and this type of gaming machine, and it is possible to increase the interest of each game. In addition, this device can be suitably implemented for new gaming machines of this type that are planned to be developed in the future, such as gaming machines that are equipped with multiple digital symbol display devices capable of movably displaying numbers, etc. in place of symbol drums, etc. This can greatly contribute to the spread of various symbol combination type gaming machines.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

The figures show an embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is a front view schematically showing a gaming machine according to this embodiment, FIG. 2 is a front view schematically showing the inside of the gaming machine, and FIG. 3 is a delivery device. FIG. 4 is a rear view, FIG. 5 is a partially cut-away rear view showing the delivery device, and FIG. 6 is a flat view taken along line A-A in FIG. 7, 8, and 9 are side sectional views based on lines BB, cc, and DvA in FIG. 5, and FIG. 10 is a side sectional view based on lines BB, cc, and DvA in FIG. A block diagram schematically showing the system, and FIG. 11 is a flowchart regarding the ball feeding operation. M, gaming machine 10 main body 3, decorative frame 4. i3 viewing window 5, start lever 6. Button switch 8, pattern drum 10. Support plate 11, sand tray 186 ball sand tray F1 ball feeding device 21. Case body 22, entrance passage
23. Delivery path 26, discharge path 29. Discharge gutter 3
0. Ball case 38. Confirmation switch 41, electromagnetic solenoid 4B, 49.50. Selection Switch Patent Applicant: Toyomaru Sangyo Co., Ltd. Figure 10 Figure 2 Figure 1 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 6 Figure 5 Procedural amendments voluntarily written) 6 December 9, 1985 Commissioner of the Japan Patent Office Kunio Ogawa Display of Tono Mukai 14 Incident 2
1986 Patent Application No. 130971 2, Name of the invention, Game ball delivery device 3 in a symbol combination type game machine, Relationship with the case of the person making the amendment Patent applicant Address: 3-5 Nagatoimachi, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Amendment Item 6 of "Detailed Description of the Invention", Contents of Amendment In order to further clarify the technical content of the claimed invention, the "scores" described in the "Detailed Description of the Invention" section 6, Contents of Amendment, Line 9 of the second line have been changed to "Winning". Corrected with
In addition, the line 16 of the Doshin states [, "arranged gaming machine"]
Delete. , page 5, line 19 to page 6, line 4, “In addition, the above 9
6000. "However, a plurality of "symbol combination winning lines (also referred to as winning rights lines)" are set across both sides of the surface of the transparent window 4, corresponding to the conditions for inserting a specified number of game balls. . By the way, when you insert one game ball, the winning mode is only the center line, when you insert two balls, the winning mode is the center and up to three lines above and below, and when you insert three balls, all the lines including diagonal lines that intersect with each other can be selected. Set. Although not shown, the display section 3A of the decorative frame 3 displays necessary information related to the game content, and the area adjacent to the transparent window 4 displays multiple types of "" related to winning prizes.
Symbol combination mode and corresponding score number (e.g. 1
~15)" etc. are displayed, and a score display and the like are also installed. ” he corrected. 3. "Same type and same number" written on page 6, line 8 is "number of copies"
In addition, "09081. of the same type is established" written in lines 15 to 17 of the same page is changed to "symbol combination mode" on each winning line selected according to the conditions for throwing game balls. When is displayed, the winning is established. ” he corrected. 4. "Each score mentioned above" written on page 10, line 20 is corrected to "at the time of winning". 5. Change "Each time the score is established" written on page 11, line 5 to "
``For each winning result,'' and ``For l points, tS balls'' written in lines 14-15 of the Doshin was changed to ``Prize balls for the points in the above symbol combination mode.'' The standard example is 5 units for 1 point, 10 units for 2 points, and 15 units for 3 points, and the maximum score is 75 units for a maximum of 15 points.'' 6. Correct "1 score" written in the 13th middle "frame" to "1 line,""2scores" to "3 lines," and "3 scores" to "all lines." 7. "Scoring mode" written on the 3rd line of page 14 is corrected to "game mode", and "'scoring line'" written on the 20th line of the same page is corrected to "winning". 8. Delete "However, the scoring of each game and the number of prize balls are as follows" written in lines 2 and 3 of page 15, and also change the words "frame" and "box" on the same page. Delete the information. 9. The "3-score game" written on page 17, line 5 is corrected to "game involving all winning lines." 10, page 18, lines 13-14 [number 091.
. , "symbol display device" is corrected to "a plurality of symbol display devices that can variably display numbers, pictures, etc."that's all

Claims (1)

[Claims] In a gaming machine that uses pachinko balls as the playing medium for each symbol combination game, there is an entrance path that communicates with the exit of a ball tray for pachinko balls that is installed on the front of the gaming machine, and A ball case that is tiltably supported between a discharge path formed at a distance from the outside and downwardly and capable of storing a fixed number of pachinko balls in a dispensing manner, and a confirmation switch for checking the presence or absence of pachinko balls in the ball case. an electromagnetic operating tool that is electrically connected to the ball case and has a movable member connected to the ball case, and the electromagnetic operating tool is configured to move the ball feeding operating means installed at an appropriate position of the gaming machine when the confirmation switch is detected. The ball case is activated in response to the operation, and the ball case is held in a ball receiving position communicating with the entrance passage before the electromagnetic operating tool is activated and when the electromagnetic operating tool is returned to operation, and communicated with the discharge path when the electromagnetic operating tool is activated. 1. A game ball delivery device for a symbol combination type game machine, characterized in that the device is configured to be able to switch and change the ball delivery position.