KR100841415B1 - Real time monitoring system and method for multimedia game device - Google Patents

Abstract

Real time watching system and method of a multimedia game machine are provided to sense illegal access from the outside or change of the installation position to prevent forgery. A real time watching system of a multimedia game machine includes a data input/output portion, a data base portion, a central processing portion, an access sensor, an access sensing portion, and a position recognizing portion. The central processing portion controls the operation of each part, compares the information stored in the data base portion and relevant regulations to decide whether the business process has a problem. The access sensing portion watches any illegal access by using an external communication network to change the information.

Description

REAL TIME MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MULTIMEDIA GAME DEVICE}

The present invention relates to a real-time monitoring system of a multimedia game machine and a method thereof, and more particularly, is provided as a physical device or software in a multimedia game machine or a PC terminal, and arbitrarily forcibly manipulates or modifies and converts information authorized by an administrative agency. Monitors and monitors illegal access or access through external communication networks, secures or blocks intrusion, and saves the resulting data and transmits it to the management agency to monitor and supervise the operation of the multimedia game consoles and PC terminals, and forge / modify them. The present invention relates to a real-time monitoring system of a multimedia game machine having a function of preventing / modulating and a method thereof.

Recently, with the rapid expansion of the game industry, the side effects are emerging as a social problem. As a result, regulations are being made to prevent the game industry's excessive sluggishness. However, since illegal acts such as probabilistic manipulation or inadequately complying with restrictions on access are not eliminated at actual workplaces, solutions are urgently needed. .

Therefore, there is a growing need for a management system that monitors and manages the operation of multimedia game machines in real time to help transparent game site operations.

Republic of Korea Patent Application No. 10-2006-0023031 is an unmanned vending machine, automatic ticket machine. The present invention relates to a monitoring and control device that automatically monitors malfunctions, breakages and forgeries of an unmanned automated device such as an arcade board game machine.

As another conventional technology, Korean Patent Application No. 10-2005-0028771 has a game store integrated management system that can be grasped by a computer by making a database of the amount of change of goods input or output in a game machine in a store.

However, the prior art as described above merely proposes a device or system that notifies the administrator through a communication means in the event of an abnormal situation by monitoring the monitored device, and it is not only difficult for administrative agencies to crack down, but also malicious for the owner. It is difficult to smoothly manage and supervise the game site by appropriately coping with game results, probability manipulation or illegal movement of game equipment.

In addition, there is a problem that the personal bankruptcy caused by gambling or the breakdown of the family due to gambling related to some excessive games, and the game industry is gradually increasing due to the absence of management of the supervisory authority.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to solve the above problems, and is provided with a monitoring device that performs a kind of black box function at a specific location of the multimedia game machine or inside the multimedia game machine, and illegal access or installation location from the outside. The present invention provides a real-time monitoring system and method for a multimedia game machine that detects movement of a and prevents forgery.

 In addition, the present invention stores all records and sales data according to the operation of the game console, and transmits them to the analysis and supervisory authority to manage / supervise all game-related records in the supervisory authority, so that the game room can be transparent and legal operation The present invention provides a real-time monitoring system and a method of a multimedia game machine.

In addition, the present invention is to provide a real-time monitoring system and method for a multimedia game machine having a storage battery and a solar cell as a power supply means of the monitoring device, so that the device can operate normally even when unexpected power supply interruption.

According to an aspect of a real-time monitoring system of a multimedia game machine according to the present invention for achieving the above object, the unique information related to the production of a multimedia game machine or a PC terminal, and various state and operation information, events occurring in the game machine or PC terminal A data input / output unit for receiving and outputting occurrence information, a database unit for storing various information and sales information collected through the data input / output unit, regulatory information related to the operation of the game machine or a PC terminal, and controlling the operation of each unit. And a central processing unit for determining whether a problem occurs in the business process by comparing the information stored in the database unit with the related regulatory information, an access sensor provided in a connection line to which the game machine and the monitoring device are physically connected, and hardware or software data. External communication network by security function Access detection unit for monitoring the illegal access or access to change or modify the information, and a GPS module to recognize the location where the monitoring device is installed and the location recognition unit for generating and transmitting the position detection signal at regular intervals Characterized in that made.

The central processing unit accumulates various kinds of information accumulated in the database unit by the unique number of the game machine or the PC terminal, the communication status, the type of the input / output goods, the total number of the input / output goods, the name of the store staff, the total statistics by time, the daily statistics by day / month / quarter, etc. , Database to store.

The apparatus may further include a camera linking unit that provides a video data photographed from the camera in association with a camera installed in a store where the game machine or the PC terminal is disposed.

In addition, the display unit displays the monitoring results at predetermined time intervals and immediately generates an alarm by time or voice when problems such as illegal access from outside, location movement, power failure, device error, and forgery of probability occur, and a game machine. The communication unit transmits and receives information to and from the database unit, and transmits all data stored in the database unit to the administrative agency server or the professional manager server through the wired / wireless communication network, the general AC power source used as the main power supplied to the game machine, and the emergency power supply for the emergency. Comprised of an auxiliary power source for the power supply for supplying each component is made further.

In particular, the auxiliary power source uses a storage battery and a solar cell in parallel.

In addition, according to an aspect of the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine according to the present invention for achieving the above object, the first monitoring is installed in the game machine or PC terminal to collect game-related information generated from the game machine or PC terminal A second monitoring device installed in the game room and receiving game related information collected from the first monitoring device to generate and store game operating information, and display or transmit stored game operating information to the outside; It is characterized in that it comprises a third monitoring device installed in the receiving and monitoring the game site operating information transmitted from the second monitoring device.

The first monitoring device includes a data input / output unit for receiving and outputting production-specific information of the game machine or the PC terminal, state and operation information of the game machine or the PC terminal, and event occurrence information, and various information collected through the data input / output unit. And a database unit for storing information on sales, regulatory information related to the operation of the game machine or a PC terminal, controlling operations of each unit, and comparing information stored in the database unit with related regulations to determine whether a problem occurs in the sales process. Whether the central processing unit, the access sensor provided in the connection line physically connected to the game device and the first monitoring device, and the hardware or software data security function attempt to change or modify information by illegal access or access using an external communication network. The access sensor to monitor and the GPS module Than that achieved by including a position recognition to recognize and generate and transmit the position detection signal at a predetermined time interval where the first monitoring unit is installed.

The second monitoring device includes a user interface unit including a menu key, various function keys, and a numeric keypad for real-time checking of the game ground operating information, and a video material captured by the camera in conjunction with a camera installed in the game ground. After generating the game site operation information using the camera interlocking unit, the input and output unit for receiving and outputting the game-related information transmitted from the first monitoring device, and the game-related information collected from the data input and output unit 3 A control unit for transmitting to the monitoring device, and displays the game site operation information corresponding to the key signal input when the menu key signal input of the user interface unit, and the video input through the game site operation information generated by the control unit and the camera linkage unit A database unit for storing information, and 2 An access sensor provided inside the monitoring device, an access detecting unit for monitoring illegal access or access using an external communication network using a hardware or software data security function, and a GPS module, wherein the second monitoring device is installed. It includes a position recognition unit for recognizing the position, and generating and transmitting the position detection signal at a predetermined time interval.

A display unit for displaying game site operation information generated by the control unit and immediately generating an alarm by a time or a voice when a problem such as illegal access, location movement, power failure, or device error from the outside occurs; It consists of a communication unit for transmitting all stored data to the third monitoring device through a wired or wireless communication network, a general AC power used as the main power supplied to the second monitoring device, and an auxiliary power supply for emergency of the main power. It further comprises a power supply for supplying power to the component.

In addition, the multimedia game site monitoring device sends an authentication card information or authentication number information to the management server when the game manager inputs the authentication information using the authentication card, authentication number, authentication chip, etc., and makes an authentication request. When the authentication is successful and the use approval signal is transmitted, the real-time monitoring device of the multimedia game machine is activated.

In particular, the auxiliary power source uses a storage battery and a solar cell in parallel.

In addition, the present invention provides a method for monitoring a multimedia game machine in real time,

a) inputting the authentication information to the management server to make an authentication request, and when the authentication is normally performed, when the use approval signal is transmitted, operating the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine;

b) collecting and collecting the unique information of the multimedia game machine or the PC terminal, game site information, management institution information, and regulatory information about the operation of the game machine from the management server to the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine;

c) receiving and confirming the current position of the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine from the GPS, and if it does not match, skips to a routine for generating an alert;

d) checking whether there is an unauthorized access from outside when the location of the real-time monitoring system matches the stored location information in step c), and if there is an access, proceeding to a routine for generating a warning;

e) if it is determined that there is no access from the outside in step d), checking whether the regulation items related to the operation of the multimedia game machine stored in the database are observed, and if not, skipping to a routine for generating a warning,

f) collecting and storing the information generated in the multimedia game machine, the event related information, the status and operation related information of the multimedia game machine, and the problem occurrence information, if the regulation item is observed in step e).

g) transmitting the data stored in step f) to the management server at regular time intervals;

h) if the information stored in the management server has been revised or added, characterized in that it comprises the step of automatically transmitting the data of the real-time monitoring system received by the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine.

The routine for generating the warning includes generating an alarm indicating that a problem has occurred in the real-time monitoring system itself of the multimedia game machine, and storing information about the problem.

According to the present invention, by providing a monitoring device that performs a kind of black box function at a specific location of the multimedia game machine or inside the multimedia game machine, it detects illegal access or movement of the installation location from the outside and prevents forgery accordingly. There is.

 In addition, the present invention is capable of real-time updating of all records and sales data according to the operation of the game machine, by transmitting them to the analysis and supervisory authority to supervise all the game-related records in the supervisory authority, transparent and legal operation of the game site And the protection of youth against harmful environments.

In addition, the present invention includes a storage battery and a solar cell as a power supply means of the monitoring device, so that the device can operate normally even in the event of unexpected power supply interruption.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, detailed descriptions of preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that reference numerals and like elements among the drawings are denoted by the same reference numerals and symbols as much as possible even though they are shown in different drawings. In the following description of the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known function or configuration may unnecessarily obscure the subject matter of the present invention, the detailed description thereof will be omitted.

1 is a view showing a state in which the real-time monitoring device of the multimedia game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention is installed in the multimedia game machine, Figure 2 is a real-time monitoring device of the multimedia game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention give information It is a figure which shows a state of receiving.

As shown in Figure 1 and 2, the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine according to the present invention is connected to each multimedia game machine 200 in the store (game room) is connected to the malfunction and damage of the multimedia game machine 200, By monitoring the forgery and the like of the probability automatically and automatically transmits the result to the administrative agency server 300 in real time to provide the basis of the management supervision, from the time the game machine 100 is installed in the store to the demolition or other game machine Until the replacement is to exchange various information and data related to the operation of the game machine 200 from the game machine 200. That is, when the power of the game machine 200 is turned on or off, or stops using it, the information is continuously exchanged. Here, the multimedia game machine 200 is a general game machine installed in a game room including an input device such as a keypad, a display device such as a monitor, and a control device. The element may be further included.

At this time, the information exchanged between the real-time monitoring device 100 and the multimedia game machine 200 of the present invention multimedia game machine is the production and sales information of the game machine 200, and various data values generated when the game machine 200 operates ( Input values, output values, power states, device errors), as well as provisions related to the operation of the game machine 200, probability values or events generated as a result of the game, user information, video information of the surroundings of the game machine 200, etc. Include relevant data.

In addition, the information includes the GPS coordinate data of the place where the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine is installed, the GPS coordinate data of the place where the real-time monitoring device is forcibly detached and moved, and from the outside using an external communication network. Information on access or connection of the user (IP information of the access point, operations performed by accessing, etc.), and information that does not comply with the relevant regulations when the multimedia game machine and the PC terminal are operated are also included.

3 is a schematic block diagram of a real-time monitoring device for a multimedia game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 3, the real-time monitoring device 100 of the present invention is a data input / output unit 101 for receiving and outputting various information values generated in the multimedia game machine 200, collected through the data input / output unit. Database unit 102 that stores various necessary information such as information values and regulatory information related to game operation, and a center for comparing game related data collected and stored as described above and related regulations to determine compliance with regulations or forgery of probability. The processing unit 103, the access detecting unit 104 for monitoring illegal access from the unauthorized user to the game machine 200, recognizes the location where the game machine 200 and the real-time monitoring device 100 is installed and changes the position Position recognition unit 105 for monitoring whether or not, the camera interlocking unit 106 receives the video information in the store through a camera installed outside the game machine, the component Display unit 107 for displaying the monitoring result by the data, the connection with the game machine 200, and transmits the relevant data including the processing result of the central processing unit 103 and the information stored in the database unit 102 to the administrative agency server It comprises a communication unit 108, and a power supply unit 109 for supplying power to the above components.

First, the data input / output unit 101 receives and outputs various information, data, events, etc. generated in the game machine 200. The real-time monitoring device 100 is fixedly mounted therein once the multimedia game machine 200 is manufactured, and continuously collects all related information from the production and installation of the game machine 200 to the removal or replacement. You can do it.

To this end, when the game machine 200 is manufactured, the real-time monitoring apparatus 100 and wirings connected thereto are provided inside the game machine 200, and the real-time monitoring apparatus 100 is specialized to the administrative agency server 300 and the producers before shipment. It is connected to the server 400 of the manager (or management service). In this case, the data input / output unit 101 receives the unique information of the game machine 200 such as production information of the game machine 200, sales information, the name and address of the game hall, and approval from an administrative institution. Here, the unique information of the game machine 200 is preferably made of a form such as a code or a bar code composed of numbers, symbols, etc. having a predetermined format.

Then, if the game machine 200 is installed in the store, the real-time monitoring device 100 through the wiring connected to the game machine 200, the input value, the output value, the power state, the state of the device generated when the operation of the game machine 200 Errors, events generated as a result of the game (for example, payment of gift certificates or prizes), video data in the store, etc., which are photographed through the camera linking unit 106 to be described below, are continuously transmitted. In addition, by configuring a separate key button that can be operated by a user or an administrator on the outside of the game machine 200, it is also possible to receive data through this.

The collected information is stored in the database unit 102 and is transmitted to the administrative agency server 300 through the communication unit 108.

That is, the information stored in the database unit 102 may be in the form of a predetermined code or barcode such as production information, sales information, trade name and address of the game hall, approval from an administrative institution, etc., which are transmitted when the game machine 200 is manufactured. It includes all the unique information and the sales records, such as input values, output values, power status, device errors, events, video data of the store collected through the data input and output unit 101 during the operation of the game machine 200. In other words. Every day, from the beginning to the end of the business, all relevant data are automatically recorded and stored, enabling the function of data backup.

In addition, the information stored in the database unit 102 may further include various administrative regulatory information related to the operation of the game machine 200. The regulatory information may be input in advance when the game machine 200 is manufactured, and may be later transmitted from the administrative agency server 300 through the communication unit 108. The regulatory information includes all relevant regulations or compliance matters such as probability values, business hours, and limit on the number of games played by the user of the game machine 200, which must be observed in the operation of the game machine 200. It is preferably configured to automatically update from the institution server 300 to cope with appropriately.

The central processing unit (CPU) 103 controls the operation of the components of the monitoring apparatus 100, and based on the data and regulatory information stored in the database unit 102 to determine whether or not the relevant regulations are properly observed in the game room. To judge.

Accordingly, the central processing unit 103 receives or receives various information through the data input / output unit 101, and various data related to sales of the game machine 200 and the administrative institution server 300 stored in the database unit 102. By comparing the business-related regulations received from the or stored in the database unit 102, it is determined whether there is a forgery of the probability, equipment modification, operating time operation, etc. in the sales process, and transmits the result to the administrative agency server 300 Make this possible.

In addition, the central processing unit 103 stores various data accumulated in the database unit 102, game machine unique number, communication status, type of input and output goods (for example, gift certificates), cumulative input and output goods, store staff name, total statistics for each hour, DB by daily / monthly / quarterly comprehensive statistics, etc. may be transmitted to the administrative agency server 300 or the professional management institution server 400, so that smooth management and supervision of the business may be achieved.

The access detecting unit 104 monitors whether there is an unauthorized access from outside. That is, a sensor is provided on a wire connected between the game machine 200 and the monitoring device 100 to prevent an illegal removal or manipulation of the monitoring device 100 from the game device 200, and to prevent hardware or Software data security function is implemented to monitor illegal access and access using external communication network.

The illegal connection described above means accessing the monitoring apparatus 100 using an external communication network or installing a remote control program or spyware on the monitoring apparatus 100.

Here, the data security function as described above may use a normal authentication process through a security chip or encryption, for example, a person other than an authenticated administrator connects to the game machine 200 or the real-time monitoring device 100. In order to prevent modification or change of data or programs, authentication by ID and password is allowed and only authorized administrators can access. These managers can be authorized for each level by dividing it into only searchable levels (e.g., store employees), grades up to modification of data, grades up to modification of program, etc. Access may be denied and, if necessary, immediately reported to an administrative agency.

The location recognizing unit 105 includes a GPS module to recognize a location where the monitoring device 100 is installed, and generates and transmits a location detection signal at a predetermined time interval to monitor whether the location is changed.

Therefore, when the real-time monitoring device 200 is illegally moved from the originally installed location, the location is automatically recognized and immediately notified to the administrative agency server 300 or the professional manager server 400, so it is not the initially reported store. Business is illegally done elsewhere, or after removing the monitoring device 100 arbitrarily, it is possible to prevent the business from being made by forging a game program.

The camera interlocking unit 106 is installed in the store where the game machine 200 is disposed and is linked with a camera that photographs the game machine 200 and receives the video data captured by the camera. At this time, when the store manager inputs a command to control the camera through a key input button, the camera interlocking unit 106 generates a control signal capable of panning, zooming, and tilting as necessary to capture a subject or close-up shot. Can be selected. In some cases, the camera control command may be configured to be directly input from the administration agency server 300 or the professional management agency server 400 via the communication unit 108 directly.

All of the monitoring results through the real-time monitoring device 100 is displayed to the administrator through the display unit 107.

The display unit 107 may display the result at predetermined time intervals by using a display device (monitor) provided in the multimedia game machine 200, and may access externally, move the position, or supply power to the monitoring device 100. As described above, an LED lamp or a speaker may be further configured to immediately notify a user by generating an alarm by visual or voice whether a problem such as a device error or a probability forgery of a game program occurs.

Accordingly, when the real-time monitoring device 100 is installed, if the above problem occurs, the alarm sound is output through the speaker and the LED lamp repeatedly blinks for a predetermined time so that the game machine 200 operates normally. By promptly telling the manager that something is not happening, immediate action is possible.

In addition, all information input through the data input / output unit 101 and stored in the database unit 102, and generated by the central control unit 103, the access detecting unit 104, and the location recognizing unit 105 is a communication unit 108. It is transmitted to the administrative agency management server 300 or professional management agency server 400 through the). In this case, the communication unit 108 is preferably configured to be connected to the wired / wireless communication network. The wired / wireless communication network refers to a communication network such as a telephone line, an ISDN, a cable line, a power line, or a LAN line, and the wireless communication network is WiBro, a wireless Internet network including Bluetooth, and a wireless communication network used for cellular communication and data transmission and reception. It means various kinds of communication networks. In this case, when a problem occurs as a result of the monitoring of the monitoring device 100 through interworking with the mobile communication network, a text message may be immediately notified to the mobile phone of the store manager, thereby enabling quick response.

In addition, the communication unit 108 allows the real-time monitoring device 100 and the game machine 200 to frequently exchange necessary information through the wiring provided.

The power supply unit 109 is to supply power to the real-time monitoring device 100, in addition to receiving and supplying the general AC power supplied to the game machine 200 as a main power supply, and having a storage battery and a solar cell as an auxiliary power supply Unexpected power outages prevent problems with management and operation.

First, the battery is immediately charged when the main power is connected to the game machine 200 and the monitoring device 100, and at the same time the solar cell is also charged by the light in the store. Then, when an unexpected power failure occurs or when someone intentionally removes the main power, power is primarily supplied by the solar cell, and when the solar cell is discharged, power is supplied by the storage battery. Of course, if the main power is restored while the power supply by the solar cell or the storage battery is being performed, the power supply by the main power supply is immediately performed, and the charging operation for the solar cell and the storage battery is also simultaneously performed.

When the auxiliary power is provided as a hybrid charging and discharging system of the storage battery and the solar cell, the power consumption can be reduced as well as the service life of the storage battery can be increased and more stable power supply can be provided.

In addition, the power supply unit 109 performs a power supply by the auxiliary power supply when a problem occurs in the main power supply, generates a visual and voice alarm through the display unit 107, and sends a mobile phone text message to the manager. Promptly notify the user of a problem so that the mains can be restored quickly.

The monitoring device 100 composed of the above components is mounted on the plurality of game machines 200, respectively, to read the necessary data from the outside, to store and transmit the relevant data, to recognize illegal access or location changes, etc. It is a kind of black box. Accordingly, through a plurality of game machines 200 provided with the monitoring device 100, inventory management functions such as a store and a warehouse can also be performed. In this case, it is preferable to set the inspection to be automatically performed at the start and end of the game hall, so that regular management is performed. Accordingly, additional functions such as tax evasion prevention can be performed.

In addition, each component of the real-time monitoring device 100 is configured to be integrated on one PCB board, or to be detachable in the form of slots on the board by positioning the chip on a separate board.

In addition, the real-time monitoring device 100 uses special titanium and metal materials to perform the function of the data backup without problems even in an emergency situation, such as a change in the season, the store, fire, fire, and smuggling insulation function or chemical foreign substances It is more desirable to enhance the waterproof function to prepare for, and to prepare for other physical damage.

4 is a diagram showing a configuration of a real-time monitoring system of a multimedia game machine according to another embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 4, the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine 200 according to another embodiment of the present invention includes a real-time monitoring device 100, a multimedia game machine 200, and a multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 of the multimedia game machine 200. ), A portable game room monitoring device 600 and a supervisory authority monitoring device 700.

The real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine is a game machine monitoring device embedded in the multimedia game machine 200 as described in the above-described embodiment of the present invention, and the game of the corresponding game machine generated as the user progresses the game. Collect relevant information (daily bill input information, bill output information, gift certificate input information, output information, cyber game money information, breakdown / modification / modulation information, sales data information, authentication information, etc.) to the multimedia game site monitoring device 500 to provide.

In addition, the multimedia game machine monitoring apparatus 100 wirelessly communicates with the portable game site monitoring apparatus 600 to collect the game-related information generated according to the progress of the user's game to provide to the portable game site monitoring apparatus 600.

The multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 transmits the input authentication card information or authentication number information to the supervisory office monitoring device 700 when the game manager inputs an authentication card or authentication number, and the authentication is made normally. When the use approval signal is transmitted from the supervisory office monitoring device 700, the game manager will operate the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 and the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine.

As such, when the operation of the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 and the real-time monitoring apparatus 100 of the multimedia game machine is started, the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 real-time the game related information collected by the real-time monitoring apparatus 100 of the multimedia game machine. Will be sent to.

In particular, the multimedia game site monitoring apparatus 500 is based on the game-related information transmitted from the multimedia game machine monitoring apparatus 100, bill information, gift certificate information, authentication information, tax information, game type information, game machine inspection Cumulative database such as related information, security-related information is provided to the database of the game site operating information provided at the request of the administrator, or transmitted to the supervisory authority monitoring device 700 to ensure the transparency of the game business.

That is, the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 includes a menu button for the administrator to check database-driven game site operation information in real time, so that the administrator can check the desired information by pressing the menu button.

The portable game site monitoring device 600 is a portable game site monitoring device that can be carried by a game manager, unlike the multimedia game site monitoring device 500 that is fixedly installed at a specific place inside the game room. Similarly) generates game site operation information using game-related information transmitted wirelessly from the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine, and provides the generated game site operation information at the request of an administrator or the supervisory authority monitoring device 700 ) And multiple units can operate simultaneously.

That is, in the present invention, the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine is related to the game collected by both the multimedia game site monitoring device 500 installed in a fixed location of the multimedia game site and the portable game site monitoring device 600 portable by the administrator By providing information in real time, even if an error occurs in the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 and normal monitoring is not performed, game site operation information is transmitted to the supervisory authority monitoring device 700 through the portable game hall monitoring device 600. To be transmitted.

The supervisory authority monitoring device 700 is a real-time game machine manager two-way call center main interface monitoring device located outside the game room (public office game machine management association or a government-designated certification authority association), and the multimedia game site monitoring apparatus 500 or the portable game room. By receiving and monitoring the game site operation information transmitted through the monitoring device 600, the director of the supervisory authority can know whether the game operation of the game site is operating transparently without illegal matters.

5 is a block diagram illustrating a real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine of FIG. 4.

As illustrated in FIG. 5, the multimedia game room monitoring apparatus 500 of the present invention includes a user interface unit 501, an authentication card input unit 502, a data input / output unit 503, an access detection unit 504, and the like. , The position recognizing unit 505, the camera linking unit 506, the control unit 507, the database unit 508 for storing game site operation information, the display unit 509, the communication unit 510, and the power supply unit. 511 is configured.

The user interface unit 501 is provided with a menu key and a numeric keypad, which are generally used, for real-time checking of the game ground operation information, and transmits a signal input by the user to the controller 507.

The authentication card input unit 502 is an input unit for the administrator to input an authentication card. When the authentication card is input, the authentication card input unit 502 transfers the read authentication card information to the control unit 507.

The data input / output unit 503 serves to receive or output game-related information generated in the multimedia game machine 200 from the real-time monitoring apparatus 100 of the multimedia game machine in real time.

That is, the data input / output unit 503 receives and collects various information or data generated from the multimedia game machine 200, event information, and in-store photographed video data from the real-time monitoring device 100 of the multimedia game machine.

The access detector 504 monitors illegal access to the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 by an unauthorized user. That is, by providing a sensor inside the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 to prevent illegal removal or manipulation of the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500, and using an external communication network or the like by hardware or software data security function It is implemented to monitor illegal access and access.

Here, the data security function as described above uses a normal authentication procedure through a security chip or encryption, for example, to prevent a person other than an authorized administrator from accessing the game site monitoring device to modify or change data or programs. In order to do this, authentication is done by ID and password, and only authorized administrators can access. These managers can be authorized for each level by dividing it into only searchable levels (e.g., store employees), grades up to modification of data, grades up to modification of program, etc. Access may be denied and, if necessary, immediately reported to the supervisory authority.

The location recognizing unit 505 recognizes the location where the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 is installed and monitors whether the location changes. That is, the location recognizing unit 505 is provided with a GPS module to recognize the location where the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 is installed, and generates and transmits a position detection signal at a predetermined time interval to monitor whether the location is changed. It is.

Therefore, if the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 is illegally moved from the originally installed location, the location is automatically recognized and immediately notified to the supervisory service monitoring device 700 so that it is illegal at a place other than the initially reported store. It is possible to prevent the operation of the internal program after the operation is made, or the arbitrarily removed the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500.

The camera linkage unit 506 is connected with a plurality of dome cameras or network cameras installed around the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 to receive video information in the game site photographed through the plurality of cameras. In this case, when the store manager inputs a command to control the camera through a key input button provided in the user interface 501, the camera linkage unit 506 may control panning, zooming, and tilting as necessary. A signal can be generated to select a shooting target or close-up shot. In some cases, the camera control command may be configured to be directly input from the supervisory authority monitoring device 700 via the communication unit 510.

The control unit 507 controls the operation of the components of the multimedia game site monitoring device 500, based on the game-related information input through the data input and output unit 503, bill-related information, gift certificate-related information, authentication-related information, Database-based game site operation information is stored in the database unit 508 by database such as tax information, game type information, game machine inspection information, security information, and operating system program information, and the supervisory authority is monitored through the communication unit 510. By transmitting to the device 700 to ensure transparency to the game market business.

In addition, the controller 507 controls to display various types of icons through the display unit 509 when a menu button input signal is input through the user interface unit 501. If the administrator selects a specific icon among the control, the sub menu information on the selected specific icon can be displayed.

For example, when an administrator clicks on a menu button of the user interface unit 501, the controller 507 controls various types of icons to be displayed on the display unit 509 according to a menu button input signal. If the 'banknote' icon is selected among the various icons displayed together, the bill-related information of each multimedia game machine is displayed.

That is, 1. Banknote usage on the day 2. Banknote usage on the day 3. Banknote usage on a week 4. Banknote usage on a month 5. Banknote usage on a year 6. Banknote limit per hour 7. Banknote-related information such as daily banknote limit etc. May select the desired information from among the displayed bill-related information and check the corresponding information.

In addition, the controller 507 displays the gift certificate related information of each multimedia game machine when the administrator selects a 'gift certificate' icon from among various types of icons displayed by clicking the menu button of the user interface unit 501.

That is, 1. Voucher usage on the day 2. Voucher usage on yesterday 3. Voucher usage on weekly 4. Voucher usage on one month 5. Voucher usage on one year 6. Voucher limit per hour 7. Voucher related information such as daily voucher limit May select the desired information from among the displayed gift certificate information and check the corresponding information.

In addition, the controller 507 causes the administrator to display authentication related information of each multimedia game machine when the 'authorized authentication card' icon is selected from the various types of icons displayed by clicking the menu button of the user interface unit 501. do.

Namely, 1.Certification Description 2.Certification Records Rule 3.Penalty on Certification 4.Certificate of Certification Start Date Expiry Date 5.Notification of Certification Declaration 6.Certification Method when Moving Certificate 7.Certification of Closing Closing As authentication related information is displayed, such as an authentication number record, the administrator can select the desired information from the displayed authentication related information and check the corresponding information.

In addition, the controller 507 displays tax-related information of each multimedia game machine when a 'tax' icon is selected from among various types of icons displayed by an administrator clicking the menu button of the user interface unit 501.

In other words, 1.Description of tax notice 2.Tax record rule 3.Delinquent payment of tax 4.Date start date 5.Date of tax filing obligation 6.Tax reporting method 7.Tax closing business report 8.Tax reporter 9.Tax number record 10.Platform tax 11.Comprehensive income tax 12. Balance sheet 13. Tax-related information, such as the statement of income and loss of the day, is displayed, the administrator can select the desired information from the displayed tax-related information to check the information.

In addition, the controller 507 displays an icon representing various game types when an administrator selects an arcade game machine icon among various types of icons displayed by clicking a menu button of the user interface unit 501.

That is, 1.PC game machine, 2.Reel game machine, 3.Slot game machine, 4.Pachinko game machine, 5.Mechanical game machine, 6.Electronic game machine, 7.Poca game machine, 8.Go-stop game machine, 9.Karaoke game machine, 10. As various game type information is displayed, such as a console game machine, 11. roulette game machine, and 12. other game machine, the administrator can select the desired information from the displayed game type information and check the corresponding information.

In addition, the controller 507 displays game machine inspection related information of each multimedia game machine when the 'game machine inspection diary' icon is selected from various types of icons displayed by an administrator clicking the menu button of the user interface unit 501. Done.

That is, as the game machine inspection related information such as 1. game machine inspection inspection date 2. game machine expiration date 3. game machine inspection start date is displayed, the administrator can check the corresponding information by selecting desired information from the game machine inspection related information displayed.

In addition, the control unit 507, when the administrator clicks the menu button of the user interface unit 501, the 'security function recording' icon is selected from the various types of icons displayed, the security function recording related information of each multimedia game machine Will be displayed.

That is, 1. Security description 2. Security record rules 3. Security hacking penalties 4. Security modification start date Expiry date Usage 5. Security report obligation notice 6. Security move notification method 7. Security closure business opening report 8. Security public agency report 9. As security function record related information such as security number record is displayed, the administrator can check the information by selecting desired information from the displayed security function record related information.

In addition, the controller 507 may display program function recording related information of each multimedia game machine when the 'program function recording' icon is selected from various types of icons displayed by the administrator clicking the menu button of the user interface unit 501. Will be displayed.

That is, 1. Program description 2. Program rules 3. Penalties for program tampering 4. Program start date Due date Usage 5. Program mandatory notice 6. How to report the program 7. Program closure Closing business report 8. Program public agency notification 9. Program number As the program function record related information such as the record is displayed, the administrator can select the desired information from the displayed program function record related information and check the corresponding information.

As such, the menu function provided from the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 may be changed from time to time according to the situation.

The database unit 508 stores the authentication information requested by the game manager and the game related information input through the data input / output unit 503, the game site operating information, and the image information input through the camera linking unit 506, and each day. All relevant data is automatically recorded and stored from the start to the end of the business to perform the function of data backup.

The display unit 509 displays the requested game site operation information through the user interface unit 501 so that the game manager can check it at any time.

In addition, the display unit 509 immediately generates an alarm by visual or audio to determine whether a problem such as external access to the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500, a position shift, a power failure, a device error, or a probability forgery of a game program occurs. You can also configure LED lamps or speakers to alert you.

Accordingly, when the multimedia game hall monitoring apparatus 500 is installed, when the above-mentioned problem occurs, a warning sound is output through a speaker, and the LED lamp repeatedly blinks for a predetermined time. By immediately notifying the administrator that the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 is not normally operating, immediate response is possible.

The communication unit 510 provides an interface for transmitting / receiving data with the supervisory office monitoring device 700 and supervising related data including the processing result processed by the control unit 507 and information stored in the database unit 508. Transmit to the monitoring device 700.

In addition, all data input through the data input / output unit 503 and stored in the database unit 508 and generated by the control unit 507, the access detecting unit 504, and the location recognizing unit 505 are the communication unit 510. It is transmitted to the supervisory monitoring apparatus 700 through. In this case, the communication unit 510 may be configured to be interoperable with various types of wired and wireless communication networks such as the Internet, power line communication, and RF. In this case, when a problem occurs as a result of the monitoring of the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 through interworking with the mobile communication network, a text message may be immediately notified to the administrator's mobile phone, thereby enabling quick response.

The power supply unit 511 supplies power to the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500. In addition to receiving and supplying general AC power supplied to the multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 as a main power source, the power supply unit 511 supplies auxiliary power to storage batteries and solar cells. In order to prevent problems in management and operation even if an unexpected power failure occurs.

First, the battery is immediately charged when the main power is connected, and at the same time the solar cell is also charged by the light in the store. Then, when an unexpected power failure occurs or when someone intentionally removes the main power, power is primarily supplied by the solar cell, and when the solar cell is discharged, power is supplied by the storage battery. Of course, if the main power is restored while the power supply by the solar cell or the storage battery is being performed, the power supply by the main power supply is immediately performed, and the charging operation for the solar cell and the storage battery is also simultaneously performed.

When the auxiliary power is provided as a hybrid charging and discharging system of the storage battery and the solar cell, the power consumption can be reduced as well as the service life of the storage battery can be increased and more stable power supply can be provided.

In addition, the power supply unit 511 performs a power supply by the auxiliary power supply when a problem occurs in the main power, generates a visual and voice alarm through the display unit 509, and sends a text message to the mobile phone, causing problems to the administrator. Immediate notification of occurrence has occurred so that the mains can be restored quickly.

Multimedia game hall monitoring device 500 of the present invention composed of the above components is installed in the game room to read the necessary data from the outside, and to store and transmit the relevant data, a kind of black to recognize illegal access or location changes, etc. It will act as a box.

Accordingly, through the multimedia game site monitoring device 500, it is also possible to perform inventory management functions such as stores, warehouses. In this case, it is preferable to set the inspection to be automatically performed at the start and end of the game hall, so that regular management can be performed. Accordingly, additional functions such as tax evasion prevention can be performed.

In addition, the components are configured to be integrated into one PCB board, or to be placed on a separate board as a chip to be detachably configured in the slot form on the board.

In addition, the multimedia game site monitoring device 500 uses special titanium and metal materials to perform the function of data backup without problems even in an emergency situation such as a season, environment changes in a store, or a fire, and insulates water and injects chemical foreign substances. It is more desirable to enhance the waterproof function to prepare for, and to prepare for other physical damage.

6A and 6B, the operation of the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine according to the present invention will be described.

The real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine is installed in the multimedia game machine 200, and the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine is a process of an operation occurring while being connected to a management server of a management organization by a wired / wireless communication network.

The real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine enters the authentication information and transmits the authentication information to the management server to request an authentication (S100). Start working by letting it work.

The unique information of the multimedia game machine 200, game site information, management agency information, and regulatory information about the operation of the multimedia game machine 200 are transmitted from a server of the management institution to the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine or received by direct input and collected. (S102).

The real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine 200 receives the current location information of the real-time monitoring system from the GPS through the position recognition unit 105 (S103), the received location information and the location information stored in the real-time monitoring system If it does not match (S104), if it does not match, it proceeds to the routines (S201, S202) for generating a warning.

If the location information received in step S104 and the stored location information match, it is determined whether there is an unauthorized access from outside (S105). The non-authenticated access means that a signal is generated from a sensor provided in a wire connected between the multimedia game machine 200 and the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine 200 to detect an access, or to establish a wire / wireless communication network. An unauthorized user attempts to access the real time monitoring system or the real time monitoring system. If there is an approach from the outside in the above step S105, the routine proceeds to the routines S203 and S204 for generating a warning.

If no access from the outside is found, the multimedia game machine 200 checks whether the game device complies with the regulation items related to the operation of the game machine (S107), and if not, proceeds to the routines S205 and S206 for generating a warning ( S108).

If the regulation items related to the operation of the game machine are observed in the above step (S107), the relevant information generated in the multimedia game machine 200, event related information, game state and operation related information, problem occurrence information is collected (S109). ), The collected information is stored in a database (S110).

The information stored in the database is transmitted to the management server at regular intervals (S111), and the management server transmits the revised or added regulatory information among the regulatory information related to the operation of the game machine to the real-time monitoring system to be automatically updated. (S112).

The routine for generating a warning causes an alarm indicating that a problem has occurred to occur in the real-time monitoring system or the multimedia game machine 200 of the multimedia game machine 200 (S201, S203, S205), and stores information on the problem that occurred. It consists of the steps S202, S204, and S206.

The information on the problem occurred includes the current position information of the real-time monitoring system, information about when access from outside unauthorized access occurred or where access was made, and the regulation items related to the operation of the game machine by the multimedia game machine 200. Information on which items are violating may be included.

The present invention described above may be manufactured in a physical device and mounted on the multimedia game machine 200, or may be manufactured and implemented in a program and installed in a device such as a PC terminal.

In addition, the software produced by the program can be produced and sold on a CD, or downloaded and sold on a homepage through online and installed on a desired device.

In the above, specific preferred embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described. However, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications can be made by any person having ordinary skill in the art without departing from the gist of the present invention attached to the claims. will be.

1 is a view showing a state in which a real-time monitoring device according to an embodiment of the present invention is installed in a multimedia game machine.

2 is a view showing a state in which the monitoring device according to an embodiment of the present invention exchanges information.

Figure 3 is a schematic block diagram of a real-time monitoring device for a multimedia game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a view showing the configuration of a real-time monitoring system of a multimedia game machine according to another embodiment of the present invention.

5 is a block diagram showing a real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine of FIG.

6a and 6b are views showing the operation of the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine according to the present invention.

Explanation of symbols on the main parts of the drawings

100: multimedia game console monitoring device 200: multimedia game console

300: administrative agency server 400: professional administrator server

500: multimedia game room monitoring device 600: portable game room monitoring device

700: supervisory authority monitoring device

Claims (12)

delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete In the method for real-time monitoring of a multimedia game machine, a) the administrator inputs the authentication information from the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine and sends it to the management server to request for authentication, and when the authentication is completed and the use approval signal is transmitted, operating the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine; b) receiving the unique information of the multimedia game machine, game site information, management agency information, and regulatory information about the operation of the game machine from the server of the management agency to collect the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine; c) receiving the current position of the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine from the GPS and checking the current position, and passing it to a routine for generating a warning if it does not match; d) checking whether there is an unauthorized access from outside when the location of the real-time monitoring system matches the stored location information in step c), and if there is an access, proceeding to a routine for generating a warning; e) if it is determined in step d) that there is no access from the outside, checking whether the regulation items related to the operation of the multimedia game machine stored in the database are observed, and if not, skipping to a routine for generating a warning; f) collecting and storing the information generated in the multimedia game machine, the event related information, the state and operation related information of the multimedia game machine, and the problem occurrence information, if the regulation item is observed in step e); g) transmitting the information stored in step f) to the management server at regular time intervals; h) if the information stored in the management server is revised or added to the information received by the real-time monitoring system of the multimedia game machine automatically updating the data of the real-time monitoring system; real-time monitoring method of the multimedia game machine . The method of claim 11, The warning routine is a real-time monitoring method for a multimedia game machine comprising the step of generating an alarm that a problem has occurred in the real-time monitoring system itself, and storing information about the problem.

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