KR20040018640A - System for Managing Pachinko Shop - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A system for managing a gambling house is provided to integrally manage the trouble information of a game machine and the price information for sales, and to confirm the information of the gambling house easily even when an owner or a manager of the gambling house is away from the gambling house. CONSTITUTION: The system comprises at least one gambling machine, at least one cash information processing device(200) subordinated/installed to the gambling machine, a main server(100), a transmission tool transmitting the information of the cash information processing device to the main server, and databases(110-140) storing the information transmitted to the main server through the transmitting tool. The main server transmits the information stored in the databases to the outside through the Internet(300).

Description

Organic field management system {System for Managing Pachinko Shop}

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an organic field management system, and more particularly, to an organic field management system in an organic field in which a monetary information processor disposed between organic body bodies is used.

In general, a large number of organic groups are arranged in an organic field, and organication is performed. In the event of a failure of any organic phase, the organic store owner should take immediate action on the failed organic phase, and it is necessary to monitor the situation in which the organic phase occurs. In addition, there was a need to facilitate the cumulative sales for each organic group and the cumulative sales management for the entire organic field.

Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 5-49743 provides an abnormality detecting means for an organic group, and when the abnormality detecting means detects an abnormality of the organic group, an error code is displayed on the display means for displaying the amount of money relating to the card used for organicity. Disclosed is a technique to do so. The error code is a code corresponding to the error content, and the error code displayed on the indicator can be used to quickly identify the error content and recover the organic phase.

The anomaly detection technique had to be discovered by an organic person performing an organic phase in an organic phase and reported to an employee or maintenance shop owner of an organic field, or the employee or organic shop owner had to find and take action. In such a management system, the owner of the organic field is delayed in recognizing an abnormal occurrence of the organic group, and the measures for the organic group in which the abnormality has occurred are also deferred.

If the owner of the organic farm was leaving the organic farm, it was difficult to grasp the information of the organic farm, and the information on the organic farm could only be managed by contacting the organic farm's staff on a regular basis or by receiving reports from the organic farm's staff. In addition, in the past, it was inconvenient to integrate management because the management of the disability information of the organic phase and the sales counting were separately performed.

The present invention is to solve the problems of the prior art, and an object of the present invention is to provide an organic field management system that can be managed by the owner or manager of the organic field by integrating and managing the amount of information on the organic group's failure information and sales, etc. .

Another object of the present invention to provide an organic field management system that can easily check the information of the organic field even when the owner or manager of the organic field leaving the organic field.

1 is a system configuration diagram of an organic field management system according to the present invention.

Fig. 2 is a diagram showing that an organic field management system according to the present invention is connected to an external computer through the Internet.

Fig. 3 is a diagram showing that the management system of the organic field according to the present invention is capable of wireless communication with an external communication means.

4 is a front view of an example of a currency information processor used in an organic field according to the present invention.

5 is a diagram illustrating an internal configuration of the currency information processor shown in FIG. 4;

<Explanation of symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

100: main server

110: user information database

120: money information processing device information database

130: amount information database

140: failure information database

200: money information processing device

400: external computer

550: portable communication means

600: money information processing device

640: display means

670: IC card slot

680: IC card outlet

The organic field management system according to the first aspect of the present invention includes at least one organic group main body, at least one currency information processing unit arranged in dependence on the organic group main body, a main server, and a predetermined number of the currency information processing unit. And a database for storing information transmitted to the main server by the transmitting means, and the main server externally stores information stored in the database through a communication network. To send.

According to such an organic field management system, information on organic fields can be checked from the outside, so that the manager can check the information of the organic field from the outside even if the manager does not have to stay in the organic field or contact the employees in the organic field.

Therefore, if a failure occurs in the machinery of the organic field can be ordered to take action immediately, it is possible to easily grasp the situation of the organic field from the outside.

In the organic field management system according to the second aspect of the present invention, in the system according to the first aspect, one of each money information processing device is a master, and the other money information processing device is a slave to the master money information processing device.

The organic field management system according to the second aspect reduces the data transfer load to the main server, facilitates grouping of the money information processing apparatus, and facilitates management.

In an organic field management system according to a third aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect, the communication network is a wireless communication network, and the main server transmits the information stored in the database to an authenticated portable communication means. It is possible. According to such a system, fault information or money amount information of an organic field money information processing device is transmitted to a portable communication means of an organic field manager, so that the organic field information can be easily identified even when the manager is traveling from outside. Can also be taken.

In an organic field management system according to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect or the second aspect, the transmission means is a wired cable or a wireless modem.

In the organic field management system according to the fifth aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, the money information processing device is divided into two or more groups, and one money information processing device in each of the divided groups is a master; The remaining money information processing devices of each group are slaves to the master money information processing devices. The organic field management system according to the fifth aspect divides the money information processing device into several groups when there are a large number of money information processing devices, and a money information processing device functioning as a master in the group and a money functioning as a slave to the master. By providing an information processing apparatus, smoother management is possible, and data transmission can be made more smoothly.

In an organic field management system according to a sixth aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect, the network is the Internet. The manager or shopkeeper of the organic farm can check the information through an external computer in the same manner as if the organic farm has access to a computer that can access the Internet even if the user is outside the organic farm.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Figure 1 shows the basic configuration of the organic field management system according to the present invention.

The organic field management system according to the present invention includes at least one sandwich type currency information processing apparatus 200-1, 200-2, 200-3,..., 200-n, a main server 100, and information data of the organic field. Database 110, 120, 130, 140 to be stored. The money information processing apparatuses 200-1, 200-2, 200-3, ..., 200-n are arranged in dependence on each organic group and are arranged, for example, between the organic group main bodies. The at least one currency information processing device 200-1, 200-2, 200-3,... 200-n is connected by data transmission means to exchange data with another adjacent currency information processing device. . For example, the data transmission means may use an RS-485 cable or a wireless data transmission means such as a wireless modem. For example, as shown in FIG. 1, the money information processing device 200-1 is connected to an adjacent money information processing device 200-2 with an RS-485 cable, and the money information processing device 200-2 is provided. ) Is connected to the money information processing device 200-3 with an RS-485 cable. The final currency information processing device 200-n is connected with an RS-485 cable to enable data communication with the server 100. In such a configuration, the final money information processing devices 200-1, 200-2, 200-3,..., 200-n-1 function as slaves, and the final money information processing device 200-n is a master. It will function as a master.

In the configuration shown in Fig. 1, one currency information processing apparatus 200-n is used as a master, but after dividing several currency information processing apparatuses into groups, one currency information processing apparatus of each group is used as a master. The other monetary information processing apparatus of the group may be used as a slave as described above. In this case, the money information processing device of each group used as the master is connected to the main server 100 by an RS-485 cable.

The database includes a user information database 110 in which user information is stored, a money information processing device information database 120 in which information of a money information processing device is stored, and a price information database 130 in which money related information is stored. ) And a disability information database 140 in which disability-related information of the organic group is stored. The database and the main server 100 are connected by Open Database Connectivity (ODBC).

In the user information database 110, information of an organic person performing the induction is stored.

The money information processing device information database 120 stores information of all money information processing devices used in the organic field. The information includes an ID previously assigned to each money information processing device, an ID of a group to which the money information processing device belongs, an ID of a master device of the group, a date on which the device is installed, and the like.

The amount information database 130 stores information on the amount of money spent on organic matter, which is input to the organic group used in the organic field. The information includes the amount of money input to the monetary information processing apparatus attached to the main body of the organic group, the amount refunded from the monetary information processing apparatus, the amount of money used for actual abandonment of the apparatus, the daily and monthly sums of the amounts, and the like. . The database may also store a time when the money is input and refunded.

The failure information database 140 stores information on the failure of the organic group in the organic field. The information on the failure is recorded for each currency information processing device, and a failure code is assigned to each failure content in advance. The failure database 140 includes an ID of a group including a currency information processing device of a failed organic device, an ID of a currency information processing device of an organic device, and a failure code corresponding to the failure information. Stored. Disorders include banknote recognizer failures, LCD failures, card reader failures, and input key failures.

The amount information and the disability information recorded in the database 110, 120, 130, and 140 may be managed by an administrator for each monetary information processor, and in particular, based on the disability information, the specific monetary information processor continues to have the same disability. In this case, more active maintenance such as replacement of the related parts itself can be performed. In addition, it is possible to increase the convenience of management by counting sales and the like for each currency information processor.

Figure 2 shows another embodiment of the organic field management system according to the present invention. As shown in FIG. 2, the main server 100 of the organic field may be connected to an external computer 400 through the Internet 300. According to such a configuration, if the owner or manager of the organic farm can access the computer even when the owner or manager is not in the organic farm and is outside, the management status of the organic farm can be grasped via the Internet. In order to avoid access by a third party, it is preferable to input a user ID and a password during the access.

In such a configuration, predetermined people, such as the owner or manager of the organic farm, can grasp the organic farm situation in the same way that the organic farm can identify the organic farm through the management server through a computer without contacting the organic farm. You can also check the sales and total sales for each currency information processor in the organic field, and can easily check whether there are obstacles, so there is an advantage that you can take necessary measures immediately.

3, another embodiment of the present invention is shown. According to the above embodiment, the server 100 of the organic field management system can communicate with the wireless communication terminal, for example, the mobile phone 550 through the wireless communication network. In this configuration, a text message is sent to the administrator's mobile phone 550 when a failure occurs. Sending text messages may utilize the Short Message Service (SMS) of each mobile carrier. The transmitted message relates to organic field management information such as a fault content and a fault code of the money information processing device. The manager can grasp the present conditions of the organic field even when the organic field is outside the organic field, and take corrective action immediately in the event of a failure in the organic field.

4 is a front view of a money information processing apparatus used in the organic field management system according to the present invention. The money information processing device is arranged between a plurality of arranged organic group main bodies, and the user inputs an amount of money for abandonment and performs information processing on the amount of money inputted. In the currency information processing apparatus shown in FIG. 4, an IC card is used.

Detailed configuration and operation of the device will be described below.

As shown in FIG. 4, the front of the money information processor 600 according to the present invention has a banknote inlet 620, a coin inlet 630, a display means 640, a money selector 650, The coin returning port 660, the IC card inlet 670, the IC card outlet 680, and the balance payment inlet 690 are provided.

5 shows an internal configuration of the money information processing device shown in FIG. The money information processing apparatus 600 according to the present invention includes a bill recognition unit 710, a coin recognition unit 720, an IC card recording / reading unit 730, an IC card inlet unit 740, and an IC card. The storage unit 750, the IC card discharge unit 760, the banknote return unit 770, the coin return unit 780, the interface unit 790, and the controller 800 are included.

The banknote recognizing unit 710 is a part for recognizing a banknote inserted into the currency information processing apparatus 600 and is disposed inside the currency information processing apparatus 600 adjacent to the banknote inlet 620. The banknote recognizing unit 710 recognizes and determines whether or not the inserted banknote is pulmonary and the degree of damage of the inserted banknote. When it is determined that the inserted banknote is counterfeit, the money information processing apparatus 600 does not operate, and the banknote having a high degree of damage of the banknote is returned immediately through the banknote inlet 620. If it is determined that the counterfeit is not returned, it is also possible to perform an operation such as reporting to the owner by the control unit 800.

The coin recognition unit 720 is a portion that recognizes the coin input into the currency information processing device 600, and is disposed inside the currency information processing device 600 adjacent to the coin input port 630. The coin recognition unit 720 recognizes and judges the authenticity of the added coin and the degree of damage of the added coin. If it is determined that the input coin is forged, the money information processing device 600 is not operated, and when the degree of damage of the input coin is severe, the coin is returned through the coin return port 660. If it is determined that the forgery is hardened, it is also possible to perform an operation such as reporting to the owner by the controller 800 without returning it.

The IC card recording / reading unit 730 is a component for recording the amount information or subtracting the recorded amount information on the IC card inserted into the currency information processing apparatus 600. The IC card recording / reading unit 730 receives and records the amount information of the money recognized by the banknote recognizing unit 710 and the coin recognition unit 720 or records the value of the money selected by the picker button 150 by the organizer. Record the appropriate amount information. The IC card recording / reading unit 730 is disposed inside the money information processing apparatus 600 adjacent to the card inlet 670.

The IC card inflow unit 740 transfers the IC card inserted into the currency information processing device 600 to the IC card storage unit 750 or maintains the IC card recording / reading unit in a position where it is charged and subtracted. When the IC card is inserted in the state in which the money is not inserted through the banknote inlet 620 or the coin inlet 630, that is, when the shopkeeper inserts the money, the IC card inlet part ( 740 transfers the inserted IC card to the IC card storage unit 750 described later. When the ejected IC card is inserted again through the IC card inlet 670 as described later in the state of inserting money, do not transfer the inserted IC card to the IC card storage unit 750 by receiving a command from the controller 800. Instead, the IC card recording / reading unit 730 is transferred to and held in a position where it can be recorded and read on the inserted IC card.

The IC card inlet unit 740 is configured to store the IC card disposed at the recordable / readable position by a command of the control unit 800, which will be described later, when the balance of the IC card becomes zero as a result of abandonment. Transfer to 750 to be stored in the IC card storage unit 750.

The IC card storage unit 750 stores the IC card transferred from the IC card inlet 740. According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the IC card storage unit 750 stores a plurality of IC cards aligned.

The IC card discharging unit 760 is a means for discharging the IC cards stored in the IC card storage unit 750 one by one. When the banknote recognizing unit 710 and the coin recognition unit 720 determine that the inserted banknote or coin is valid, the control unit 800 sends a command to the IC card discharge unit 760 to discharge one IC card. The IC card discharger 760 that has received the command discharges any one of the plurality of IC cards stored in the IC card storage 750 through the IC card discharger 680.

The bill returning unit 770 and the coin returning unit 780 may return the balance. If the abandoner does not use up the amount of money put in by the abandoner, or ends the abandonment for only a part of the amount of money put in by the amount selector 650, the amount of money input or the amount excluding the selected amount is deducted. Return through the balance payment port (690).

The interface unit 790 is a part connected to the work device, and transmits a signal generated on the basis of the amount of money information recorded on the IC card in the money information processing device 600 to the work device, and transmits a signal transmitted from the work device to the control device 800. To pass). On the basis of the signal transmitted to the working device, a process of lending an organic medium, for example, a bead or the like is performed.

The interface unit 790 also includes an interface for transmitting money information and failure information of the money information processing apparatus 600 to the main server 100.

The controller 800 is a part for controlling the operation of the money information processing apparatus 600 according to the present invention. When the IC card is inserted while the money is not inserted into the currency information processing apparatus 600, the controller 800 determines that the organic store owner inputs an IC card for which the amount of money information is not described for storing the IC card. The IC card inlet 740 transfers the inserted IC card to the IC card storage unit 750. In addition, the controller 800 transmits obstacle and / or money information of the money information processing apparatus 600.

If the money is input to the currency information processing device 600 and is determined to be a valid currency that can be recognized by the banknote recognizing unit 710 and the coin recognizing unit 720, the IC card discharge unit 760 is the IC card storage unit 750. Commands to eject one of the IC cards stored in.

When the inductor inserts the discharged IC card through the IC card inlet 670, the IC card inlet 740 instructs the IC card to be recorded / read by the IC card recording / reading unit. . Then, the amount information corresponding to the input amount is recorded on the IC card. Subsequently, the controller 800 transmits a signal based on the recorded amount information to the organic body main body through the interface unit 790. The control unit 800 causes the recording / reading unit 730 to subtract the amount of money from the IC card as much as the execution is performed.

When the organizer selects the amount of money, the controller 800 may return the remaining balance except the selected amount, or may allow the organizer to perform the amount selection several times without returning the balance before the end signal is input. .

When the remaining amount recorded on the IC card becomes 0 as a result of the abandonment, it is determined that the abortion is terminated, and the controller 800 transfers the IC card to the IC card storage unit 750 by the IC card inlet 740. Do it.

Meanwhile, according to another embodiment of the present invention, a money information processing device (not shown) in which a credit card is used instead of an IC card may be used. In such a monetary information processing apparatus, the abandoner inserts a credit card into the monetary information processing apparatus, inputs the amount of money to be abolished through a keypad or the like and pays the abandoned amount through the credit card.

While the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, it should be understood that the scope of the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, but is determined by the appended claims. It is also apparent to those skilled in the art that various improvements and modifications can be made to the above embodiments, and that such improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of the present invention.

According to the present invention, since the main server receives and manages the amount information or the failure information from the money information processing device disposed between the organic groups, the management of the organic field becomes more convenient, and as described above, the amount information of the organic field and Disability information can be easily checked through a computer or portable communication means connected to the main server through a communication network, and the necessary measures can be taken, thereby improving convenience of organic field management.

Claims (6)

At least one organic group body, At least one currency information processing device disposed in dependence on the organic group main body; With the main server, Transmitting means for transmitting information to the main server at a predetermined time of the money information processing apparatus; A database storing information transmitted by the transmission means to a main server, The main server transmits the information stored in the database to the outside through a communication network. The organic field management system according to claim 1, wherein one of each currency information processing device is a master, and the other currency information processing device is a slave to the master currency information processing device. The organic field management system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the communication network is a wireless communication network, and the main server is capable of transmitting information stored in the database to an authorized portable communication means. The organic field management system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the transmission means is a wired cable or a wireless modem. 2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the money information processing apparatus is divided into two or more groups, one currency information processing apparatus of each divided group is a master, and the remaining money information processing apparatus of each group is the master currency information. Organic field management system, slave to the processing unit. The organic field management system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the network is the Internet.