WO2006039134A2 - Systeme et procede de conversion de communication peripherique de jeux - Google Patents

Systeme et procede de conversion de communication peripherique de jeux Download PDF

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WO2006039134A2
WO2006039134A2 PCT/US2005/033513 US2005033513W WO2006039134A2 WO 2006039134 A2 WO2006039134 A2 WO 2006039134A2 US 2005033513 W US2005033513 W US 2005033513W WO 2006039134 A2 WO2006039134 A2 WO 2006039134A2
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Robert A. Grom
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F17/00—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
    • G07F17/32—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services for games, toys, sports, or amusements
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    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F17/00—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
    • G07F17/32—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services for games, toys, sports, or amusements
    • G07F17/3202—Hardware aspects of a gaming system, e.g. components, construction, architecture thereof

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  • This invention relates generally to the field of wagering game machines and more particularly to communications between wagering game machines and gaming peripheral devices.
  • peripheral devices that can be connected to gaming machines. These peripheral devices provide features that define or augment games presented on the gaming machines. Peripheral devices used in conjunction with gaming machines include coin mechanisms, lights, printers, card readers, speakers, bill validators, display panels, keypads, button pads, etc.
  • the method includes receiving gaming peripheral data of a first format from a gaming peripheral, wherein a gaming processor does not understand gaming peripheral data of the first format.
  • the method also includes converting the gaming peripheral data into a second format, wherein the gaming processor understands gaming peripheral data of the second format, wherein the gaming peripheral is of a type, and wherein the second format is defined for gaming peripherals of the type.
  • the method also includes transmitting the gaming peripheral data of the second format to the gaming processor.
  • the system includes a gaming peripheral device to create original gaming peripheral device data, wherein the gaming peripheral device is of a type.
  • the system also includes a gaming conversion device to receive the original gaming peripheral device data from the gaming peripheral device, the gaming conversion device to convert the original gaming peripheral device data into converted gaming peripheral device data.
  • the system also includes a gaming processor to receive the converted gaming peripheral device data from the gaming conversion device, the gaming processor to perform a gaming operation based on the converted gaming peripheral device data, wherein the gaming processor does not understand the original gaming peripheral device data, but does understand the converted gaming peripheral device data, and wherein the converted gaming peripheral device data is of a format specifying communications between the processor and gaming device peripherals of the type.
  • Figure 1 is a block diagram illustrating a system for facilitating communications between a gaming peripheral device and a gaming processor, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention
  • Figure 2 is a flow diagram illustrating operations for converting gaming peripheral data, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention
  • Figure 3 is a block diagram illustrating a system for converting communications from a particular bill validator into USB communications understandable by any gaming processor, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view of a gaming machine, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • block diagrams illustrate exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • flow diagrams illustrate operations of the exemplary embodiments of the invention. The operations of the flow diagrams will be described with reference to the exemplary embodiments shown in the block diagrams. However, it should be understood that the operations of the flow diagrams could be performed by embodiments of the invention other than those discussed with reference to the block diagrams, and embodiments discussed with references to the block diagrams could perform operations different than those discussed with reference to the flow diagrams. Moreover, it should be understood that although the flow diagrams depict serial operations, certain embodiments could perform certain of those operations in parallel.
  • This section describes a system architecture for facilitating communications between a gaming peripheral device and a gaming processor.
  • FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating a system for facilitating communications between a gaming peripheral device and a gaming processor, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • the system 100 includes a gaming peripheral device 102 connected to a gaming conversion device 104.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 is connected to a gaming processor 106.
  • the gaming peripheral device 102 can be of any type suitable for use with a gaming machine.
  • the gaming peripheral device 102 can be of any of the following types of gaming peripheral devices: coin mechanisms, lights, printers, card readers, speakers, bill validators, display panels, keypads, button pads, etc.
  • the gaming peripheral device 102 creates original gaming peripheral data based on input and/or transactions conducted within a casino environment.
  • the gaming peripheral device 102 transmits the original gaming peripheral data to the gaming conversion device 104, according to embodiments.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 can include hardware and/or software for converting gaming peripheral data of a first format into data of the second format.
  • the gaming conversion device 104, as well as any component of system 100, can include machine-readable media including instructions for performing operations described herein.
  • Machine-readable media includes any mechanism that provides (i.e., stores and/or transmits) information in a form readable by a machine (e.g., a computer).
  • a machine-readable medium includes read only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disk storage media, optical storage media, flash memory devices, electrical, optical, acoustical or other forms of propagated signals (e.g., carrier waves, infrared signals, digital signals, etc.), etc.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 and other components of the system 100 can include other types of logic (e.g., digital logic) for executing the operations described herein.
  • the gaming processor 106 includes any hardware and/or software necessary for conducting a casino style wagering game.
  • the gaming processor 106 can include a microprocessor, memory, I/O channels (e.g., buses), network connection, and any other necessary hardware components.
  • the gaming processor 106 can include software for receiving and processing player input, conducting the wagering game (e.g., slots, video poker, video roulette, etc.), and paying players based on game results.
  • the gaming processor 106 can include software (e.g., device drivers) for processing communications with gaming peripheral devices.
  • the gaming processor 106 includes a universal serial bus (USB) port.
  • USB universal serial bus
  • the gaming processor 106 can also include an RS-232 port, RS-435 port, parallel port, Ethernet port, Wi-Fi port, infrared port, and/or any other suitable communication port.
  • the gaming processor 106 can be disposed within a gaming machine cabinet, while the other system components are disposed outside the gaming machine cabinet.
  • the gaming peripheral device 102, gaming conversion device 104, and gaming processor 106 are all disposed within a gaming machine cabinet. The operations for the system 100 are described below, in the next section.
  • FIG. 2 is a flow diagram illustrating operations for converting gaming peripheral data, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • the operations of the flow diagram 200 will be described with reference to the gaming system of Figure 1.
  • the flow diagram 200 begins at block 202.
  • gaming peripheral data is received, where that gaming peripheral data is of a first format that is not understood by a gaming processor.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 receives original gaming peripheral data from the gaming peripheral device 102.
  • the original gaming peripheral data is in a first format that cannot be understood by the gaming processor 106.
  • the first format can include a sequence of high and low signals received over a set of one or more wires, where the signals are formatted according to a proprietary protocol defined by the gaming peripheral device manufacturer.
  • the first format can include signals transmitted over an RS-232 connection or other standard connection, where the signals are formatted according to a proprietary protocol. Because embodiments of the gaming processor 106 cannot understand certain proprietary protocols, the gaming conversion device 104 can convert the original gaming peripheral data into a format understandable by the gaming processor 106. The flow continues at block 204.
  • the gaming peripheral data is converted into a second format that is understood by a gaming processor.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 converts the original gaming peripheral data of the first format into converted gaming peripheral data of the second format.
  • the converted gaming peripheral data of the second format can be understood by the gaming processor 106.
  • the second format defines communications for all peripherals of a type.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 can convert the original gaming peripheral data from a particular bill validator into a standard format, which defines communications between any bill validator and a gaming processor.
  • converting the original gaming peripheral data into a second format includes creating a USB packet including information representing the original gaming peripheral data. The flow continues at block 206.
  • the converted gaming peripheral data is transmitted to the gaming processor.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 transmits to the gaming processor 106 the converted peripheral data of the second format.
  • the gaming conversion device 104 transmits the converted peripheral data to a port (e.g., a USB port, RS-232 port, RS-435 port, parallel port, Ethernet v port, Wi-Fi port, infrared port, etc.) of the gaming processor 106. From block 206, the flow ends.
  • a port e.g., a USB port, RS-232 port, RS-435 port, parallel port, Ethernet v port, Wi-Fi port, infrared port, etc.
  • the gaming processor 106 receives the converted peripheral data and performs gaming operations based on the converted peripheral data. For example, the gaming processor 106 can receive converted peripheral data indicating that $5 was received by a bill validator. The gaming processor can then issue a $5 player credit.
  • FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a system for converting -; communications from a particular bill validator into USB communications understandable by any gaming processor, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • a system 300 includes a bill validator 302 connected to a USB conversion board 304 via an RS-232 connection.
  • the USB conversion board 304 is connected to the gaming processor 306 via a USB connection.
  • the bill validator 302 transmits signals to the USB conversion board 304 over the RS-232 connection.
  • the signals which are in a format that is not natively understandable to the gaming processor 306, represent bill validation transactions performed by the bill validator 302.
  • the USB conversion board 304 receives the signals from the bill validator 302 and converts them into packets of a standard bill validation protocol, which defines communications between a bill validator and a gaming processor. As part of the conversion, the USB conversion board 304 encapsulates the standard bill validation protocol packets within USB packets. The USB conversion board 304 transmits the USB packets over the USB connection to the gaming processor 306.
  • the gaming processor 306 receives the USB packets from the USB conversion board 304.
  • the gaming processor decapsulates the bill validator packets and performs gaming operations based thereon.
  • FIG 4 is a perspective view of a gaming machine, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
  • the gaming machine 400 can be a slot machine having the controls, displays, and features of a conventional slot machine.
  • the gaming machine 400 can be operated while players are standing or seated. Additionally, the gaming machine 400 is preferably mounted on a console. However, it should be appreciated that the gaming machine 400 can be constructed as a pub-style tabletop game (not shown), which a player can operate while sitting.
  • the gaming machine 400 can be constructed with varying cabinet and display designs.
  • the gaming machine 400 can incorporate any primary game such as slot, poker, or keno, and additional bonus round games.
  • the symbols and indicia used on and in the gaming machine 400 can take mechanical, electrical or video form.
  • the gaming machine 400 includes a coin slot 402 and bill validator 424.
  • Players can place coins in the coin slot 402 and paper money or ticket vouchers in the bill validator 424.
  • Other devices can be used for accepting payment.
  • credit/debit card readers/validators can be used for accepting payment.
  • the gaming machine 400 can perform electronic funds transfers and financial transfers to procure monies from house financial accounts. When a player inserts money in the gaming machine 400, a number of credits corresponding to the amount deposited are shown in a credit display. After depositing the appropriate amount of money, a player can begin playing the game by pushing play button 408.
  • the play button 408 can be any play activator used by the player to start a game or sequence of events in the gaming machine 400.
  • the gaming machine 400 also includes a bet display
  • the player places a bet by pushing the bet one button 416.
  • the player can increase the bet by one credit each time the player pushes the bet one button 416.
  • the number of credits shown in the credit display 406 decreases by one, and the number of credits shown in the bet display 412 increases by one.
  • a player may "cash out” by pressing a cash out button.
  • the gaming machine 600 dispenses a number of coins, corresponding to the number of remaining credits, into the coin tray 618.
  • the gaming machine 600 may employ other payout mechanisms such as credit slips, which are redeemable by a cashier, or electronically recordable cards, which track player credits.
  • the gaming machine 400 also includes one or more display devices.
  • the embodiment shown in Figure 4 includes a primary display unit 404 and a secondary display unit 406.
  • the primary display unit 404 displays a plurality of reels 420.
  • the gaming machine displays three reels, while an alternative embodiment displays five reels.
  • the reels are in video form.
  • the display units can display any visual representation or exhibition, including moving physical objects (e.g., mechanical reels and wheels), dynamic lighting, and video images.
  • each reel 420 includes a plurality of symbols such as bells, hearts, fruits, numbers, letters, bars or other images, which correspond to a theme associated with the gaming machine 600.
  • the gaming machine 400 includes a primary sound unit 428 and a secondary sound unit 430.
  • the primary and secondary sound units include speakers or other suitable sound projection devices.
  • the gaming machine 400 can be adapted to include the system 400. Additionally, the gaming machine 400 is capable of performing the operations for processing game settings described herein.

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Cette invention concerne des procédés et des systèmes de conversion de communications périphériques de jeux. Dans un mode de réalisation, le procédé consiste à recevoir, d'un périphérique de jeux, des données de périphérique de jeux dans un premier format, un processeur de jeux ne comprenant pas les données du périphérique de jeux dans le premier format. Dans ce mode de réalisation, le procédé consiste également à convertir les données du périphérique de jeux en un second format, le processeur de jeux comprenant les données du périphérique de jeux dans le second format. Le périphérique de jeux est d'un certain type, le second format étant défini pour des périphériques de jeux de ce type. Dans ce mode de réalisation, le procédé consiste également à envoyer des données du périphérique de jeux dans le second format au processeur de jeux.
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