EP0650148A1 - Spielautomat mit elektronischem Münzprüfer - Google Patents

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EP0650148A1
EP0650148A1 EP93402560A EP93402560A EP0650148A1 EP 0650148 A1 EP0650148 A1 EP 0650148A1 EP 93402560 A EP93402560 A EP 93402560A EP 93402560 A EP93402560 A EP 93402560A EP 0650148 A1 EP0650148 A1 EP 0650148A1
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Hervé Orus
Jean-Jacques Foglino
Firmin Lopez
André Richard
Alain Nicolai
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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
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F1/00—Coin inlet arrangements; Coins specially adapted to operate coin-freed mechanisms
    • G07F1/06—Coins specially adapted to operate coin-freed mechanisms
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F7/00—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F7/00—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus
    • G07F7/08—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card or other personal identification means
    • G07F7/0866—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card or other personal identification means by active credit-cards adapted therefor
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F7/00—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus
    • G07F7/08—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card or other personal identification means
    • G07F7/0873—Details of the card reader

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  • the present invention relates to gaming machines provided with a coin-operated electronic device in particular which makes it possible to use different payment systems which are both safer and more practical than those existing at present.
  • Gaming machines similar to those shown schematically in FIG. 1 are used, in particular in casinos. These machines are generally in the form of a body 101, provided with a window 102 enabling the parameters of the game to be displayed. game.
  • the machine may include a side arm 103 for launching the game, which consists for example of scrolling symbols on the screen. In this example, the game is won if the symbols form a winning combination, and it is lost in the opposite case.
  • the player To be able to start the game, the player must put one or more tokens 105 into a coin mechanism 104.
  • a hopper 106 releases a certain number of tokens, corresponding according to the rules of the game, for example n times the bet.
  • Tokens are currently most often metallic tokens which can be of different colors and diameters corresponding to different face values. They can also be of materials of different nature. So that the coin mechanism 104 can distinguish them from one another, it is then necessary to use the magnetic signature given by the materials of different nature and / or the different dimensions. We still sometimes use the practice old way of using coins instead of tokens.
  • the invention provides an electronic coin operated game machine, mainly characterized in that it comprises a first coin token secured by contactless detection, and / or a second coin operated by smart cards, then associated with means of switching to use either of these two coin acceptors.
  • the game machine according to the invention shown in Figure 2 is essentially identical in appearance and in its operation to the conventional machine shown in Figure 1. Indeed, it is very important not to disturb the habits of the player.
  • the coin mechanism 104 is replaced by a coin mechanism 114 with an identical external presentation but operating from tokens 115 secured by an electronic device, and a second coin mechanism 124 is optionally added, which also makes it possible to operate the machine from a "smart" card.
  • the coin mechanism 124 will preferably be fixed on the right flank of the machine at a suitable height so as to be able to easily insert the chip card into the coin slot and to be able to read the indications of the display device with which this coin mechanism is fitted, which allows '' indicate various data, in particular the balance of the card.
  • the coin mechanism 124 can also be integrated into the machine.
  • So-called "smart” cards are well known in the state of the art and they are used for example in telephone boxes or in bank machines.
  • the smart card used in the game machine according to the invention will preferably have an external and electrical presentation identical to those currently standardized, such as the prepaid or rechargeable cards which are found on the market and which in particular will allow to be able to cumulate the gains coming from the parts gained under the control of the reader.
  • the coin mechanism 114 comprises a mechanical part which makes it possible to receive the tokens 115 and to make them pass in front of a receiving antenna which allows a dialogue with these tokens which are provided with an integrated circuit making it possible to identify them in a secure manner and to determine their value.
  • Such an electronic token 1 carries information capable of being read automatically.
  • the use of such a token will be sought to combat fraud by imitation of tokens in the use of slot machines or any other device using tokens or coins.
  • the electronic token 1 object of the invention consists of a set of parts 2,5,6, assembled so as to ensure mechanical resistance to the token and physical protection of the electronic circuit 3 and 4 placed in the token.
  • This electronic circuit allows the identification of the token, that is to say that it carries characteristic information that can be checked so as to verify the authenticity of the token.
  • the electronic circuit allowing the identification of the token comprises an integrated circuit 3 for memorizing the characteristic information and means of the transmitter / receiver type 4 allowing access to this information without contact.
  • the means of accessing the characteristic information without contact comprise, according to a preferred embodiment, an antenna constituted by a single coil 4 or, according to another embodiment, by an oscillating circuit 7.
  • an oscillating circuit it will be possible to access the characteristic information at a distant distance (ten centimeters) while in the case of the single coil this distance will be much shorter (a few millimeters) because the frequency tuning is "loose" with the inductor only.
  • the simple reel is used for example for slot machines in which the token can be guided precisely near a contactless reading means of the token.
  • Reading is done by a contactless reader (not shown), capable of emitting an amplitude modulated magnetic field.
  • the integrated circuit of the token uses this modulated magnetic field to feed itself.
  • the response of the token is effected by modulation of the magnetic field by the antenna of the token as a function of the characteristic information stored therein.
  • the storage means placed in each token includes a PROM memory containing a serial number programmed during its manufacture.
  • a PROM memory containing a serial number programmed during its manufacture.
  • the characteristic information therefore includes a serial number. It can also include the face value of the token or coded information.
  • the token consists of a metal crown 2 and two flanges 5 and 6 concentric with the crown and placed on either side of the crown.
  • One of the two flanges serves as a support for the electronic circuit.
  • the circuit can for example be fixed to this flange by gluing.
  • the circuit is then between the two joined flanges.
  • the interior space is filled with resin 8.
  • the token can be manufactured in the following manner and this in accordance with another aspect of the invention.
  • the flanges are made of plastic.
  • the crown is made of metal which allows, in addition to the mechanical strength, a ringing similar to that of coins.
  • the flanges are made by thermoplastic injection.
  • the material used is resistant to impact and abrasion.
  • Polycarbonate, polysulfone, polytherimide possibly loaded with glass fibers could, for example, be used.
  • thermoplastic makes it possible to obtain different colors.
  • the colored tokens can be used for slot machines.
  • a logo or inscriptions can possibly be engraved in the mold.
  • the integrated circuit and the antenna are optionally fixed on an epoxy glass substrate.
  • a flange 5 which may include a housing reserved for the establishment of the electronic circuit.
  • the whole is joined by ultrasonic welding, clipping or bonding.
  • the mechanical part of the coin mechanism 114 is connected to an electronic device 107 which makes it possible both to control the motors of the mechanical part and to carry out dialogue with the tokens.
  • This electronic device is connected to the card coin changer 124 so that the player can use one or the other of these coin acceptors.
  • the coin mechanism working by default will preferably be the coin-operated coin mechanism and the switch to the card-type coin mechanism will be done by inserting the card therein.
  • the card coin changer is itself connected to the electronic devices 108 of the game machine and the electronic circuits of the card coin acceptors are designed to interface with the standard interface of this electronic module 108.
  • FIG. 5 shows the mechanical part 114 of the token coin mechanism.
  • a secure token of the type according to the invention is that it is necessary to have the time to carry out a contactless transaction between the token and the remote control means thereof while the token passes through the coin mechanism, more particularly during the time it passes between the means allowing it to be directed towards one of the two outputs corresponding to the tokens recognized as good or bad.
  • the path of the token is very short and the duration corresponding to this path is very short and just barely sufficient to allow a correct transaction to recognize the validity of the token.
  • the invention proposes, for example, to immobilize the token for the time necessary with the means shown in FIG. 5.
  • the coin mechanism seen in section in FIG. 5 comprises a body 301 provided with a slot at its upper end, into which a token 115 is introduced.
  • This slot leads to a tunnel which forks in two separate directions: A vertical "Good” direction which directs the token towards the interior of the game machine where it is stored; an inclined direction “Bad” which directs the token towards an exit slot allowing the player to recover it.
  • the orientation of the token between these two outlets is obtained using an inclined pallet 302 which can be retracted by the action of an electromagnet 303, so as to be pressed against the wall of the corridor leading to Bad output.
  • an electromagnet 303 When the pallet is in its rest position corresponding to the non-retracted position, the token is directed towards the Bad outlet, and when it is retracted against the wall of the corridor the token falls into the Good exit.
  • a first finger 304 which allows to block this corridor is disposed in the vertical part of the corridor, before its bifurcation, while the token 115 is half inserted into the entry slot, and a second finger 306 which allows obstruct it when the token has crossed the obstacle corresponding to the first finger.
  • These fingers are manipulated by electromagnets 305 and 307 respectively.
  • a first detector 308 is located against the fingers 304 and 306, a second detector 309 is located before the Good exit and a third detector 310 is located before the Bad exit.
  • the contactless reading antenna 311 should be placed near the reader 308.
  • electromagnets are controlled by the electronic means 107, which themselves receive the detection signals from the detection means 308 to 310.
  • the operating program of the coin-operated coin mechanism enables the electromagnets to be controlled as follows: when the game machine is not in operation, none of the electromagnets is energized and in this rest position the fingers 304 and 306 are retracted, allowing free passage to the token 115, and the pallet 302 is in place in the middle of the corridors, directing the token towards the Bad exit.
  • the finger 304 When the system is in operation awaiting a token, the finger 304 is retracted, the finger 306 is out and the pallet is in place. It is thus possible to introduce a token 115 which crosses the location of the finger 304 and remains blocked by the finger 306 opposite the detection means 308.
  • the control means to Distance from the token are also located at this level.
  • the detection of the token by the detector 308 causes the output of the finger 304 which comes to block another token which may be introduced after the first.
  • the transaction between the token and the control means thereof is then carried out without problem since the token is immobilized by the finger 306 in a position where these control means make it possible to operate easily.
  • the pallet 302 and the finger 306 simultaneously retract, which allows the token to pass through the Good outlet. This passage is detected by the detector 309, and following this detection, the finger 306 and the pallet 302 stand out in the corridors, then the finger 304 retracts to allow the arrival of a new token.
  • the detector 309 is used to verify that the token has not become trapped in the reader. If this is the case, the detector signal would activate, for example, an alarm (not shown).
  • the detector 310 detects its passage and the finger 306 comes out in the corridor, then the finger 304 retracts also allowing the arrival of a new token.
  • the detector 310 has the same function as the detector 309 and can therefore activate an alarm when a token is stuck.
  • the cycle can then start again.
  • the card dispenser 124 a simplified diagram of which is shown in FIG. 6, has in itself a structure very close to that of well-known smart card readers.
  • a microcontroller 402 which manages all of the operations.
  • This microcontroller is connected by a bus to a program memory 403, of the EPROM type for example, to a second memory 404, of the EEPROM type for example, which makes it possible to store a certain number of parameters which change little, prohibition lists. for example, and to a third memory 405 of the RAM type serving as random access memory for the execution of the program of the microcontroller.
  • the microcontroller can possibly be connected to an RTC (Real Time Clock) real time clock circuit and to a security module which includes a DES or RSA diversification algorithm.
  • RTC Real Time Clock
  • the bus is also connected to a display 406, which makes it possible to display in particular the sums played and the winnings obtained, to a smart card reader 407 intended to receive the player's card, and possibly cards intended for the personnel to intervene. for example on the parameters of the payment system (in particular the value associated with the minimum and maximum buttons), and with a certain number of control buttons, here two buttons 408 and 409.
  • buttons in this exemplary embodiment are used by players to bet , the first corresponding for example to the minimum bet and the second to the maximum bet. Another button, not shown, allows you to start the game.
  • the interface 410 makes it possible to decode the instructions appearing on the bus and intended for the machine of games.
  • the physical interface intended to be connected to the game machine is in the form of a connector 412 comprising a set of pins making it possible to transmit and receive the same signals as those which pass between the electronic means 108 of the machine of games, the distribution hopper 106 and the mechanical coin mechanism, which is here replaced by the coin-operated electronic coin mechanism 114.
  • This connector 412 will be determined by instructions circulating on the coin-operated bus 124 and decoded by the interface 410. These instructions will themselves be determined by the operating program implanted in the memory 403.
  • the program and the interface including connector 412 are suitable for the types of machines used. In the embodiment described, the machine meets the specifications of the machines currently on the market.
  • the connector 412 is connected to a switching device 413 which makes it possible to connect the electronics 108 either to the coin mechanism 124 or to the hopper 106, while nevertheless keeping the connections with the coin mechanism necessary for the operation of the secure token coin mechanism 144, as well as '' possibly a supervision connection.
  • this coin changer takes over and switches the connection means 413 so that the signals sent to the distribution hopper 106 for him if necessary issue the tokens from a gain are oriented towards the interface 410, so that the microprocessor 402 recognizes the amount of the gain and consequently increments the memory contained in the card inserted in the reader 407. Simultaneously the microprocessor displays on the display 406 indications corresponding to this gain, for example the total amount of credit available in the card after this operation. In addition, the microprocessor controls the transmission by the interface of signals to the electronics 108, which simulate the delivery by the hopper 106 of the tokens.
  • the latter normally emits a signal for each token which leaves, in order to allow the electronics 108 to count the tokens thus delivered by the hopper.
  • This signal is delivered on terminal 413 of connector 412 and it corresponds to the signal sent by terminal 423 of hopper 106 and received on terminal 433 of connector of electronics 108.
  • the invention proposes to receive on a terminal 414 of the connector 412 the signals emitted by the terminal 423 when it is the hopper itself which functions, that is to say when the player uses the coin-operated token 114. This makes it possible to memorize in a working memory from the card changer 124 the winnings corresponding to operation with tokens.
  • the connector 412 further comprises an additional terminal 415 from which the control signal from these switching means 413 comes out.
  • the operation of the game machine could be as follows.
  • the microprocessor will then display on the display 406 the amount of credit contained in the card.
  • the player will choose the amount of the bet he wishes to put into play by pressing one of the two buttons 408 or 409.
  • the player can press the button several times 408 until reaching the maximum bet.
  • Some machines prohibit maximum bets by means of a muting signal sent by the machine. This action will be taken up on the display in various ways, for example displaying the bet or the decremented content of the credit on the card, or both successively or simultaneously.
  • the player will then operate the game machine in the ordinary manner, for example by actuating the lever 103.
  • the amount of the gain is transmitted to the coin mechanism 124 and the microprocessor credits the card with this value. Simultaneously the gain obtained and / or the amount of the new credit is displayed on the display 406, and the player can again play again and as quickly as in the previous cases, without having to recover tokens which would be redistributed by the hopper 106 .
  • the various transactions used by the players' cards, as well as a certain amount of information concerning the game with tokens, among others the amounts distributed as a result of winning as explained above, are stored in the memories 404 of the coin acceptor at card 124. This allows, at different times, for example at the end of the day, to come and collect this information for the purposes of checks and statistics. For this, for example, an additional interface could be used, for example an RS232 serial line or an infrared system provided with an adequate connector placed on the coin mechanism 124.
  • Another solution consists in using a specific card, for example the card called MaxiCard ( registered trademark by the Applicant) to the manager of the game machine. This card is inserted into the reader 407 which recognizes it and which implements the program for loading into the card the data collected in the memories of the coin mechanism.
  • the face values of the tokens are generally determined by their color. It is necessary to sort them according to these values at different stages of their use, for example inside the game machine or at the central cash desk where they are distributed.
  • the token system secured by remote detection according to the invention makes it possible to considerably facilitate this sorting.
  • the tokens which are put in bulk in a hopper 501 arrive in a sorting channel 502 where they immobilize in a first position, represented by the token 115, in front of a remote detection system 503 which makes it possible to determine first of all that it is a good token and then what is its value.
  • a roller wheel 504 which has a half-crown disposed on its circumference to delimit an interior hollow of the size of the token. In this position this half-crown is located upwards, which stops the token.
  • the roller 504 driven by a motor not shown begins to rotate, and when it has made a half-turn the token falls into the interior hollow of the roller.
  • roller 504 there is a second roller 505 identical to the first.
  • These rollers are driven for example by a system of toothed wheels 506 and 507, in such a way that their rotational speeds are identical but the crowns are located opposite one another.
  • the token which is in the inner recess of the roller 504 falls into the inner recess of the roller 505.
  • the token goes from one roller to another during a half-turn, then stopping for the duration of a half-turn.
  • an electronic system not shown connected to the detection means 503 opens a hatch such as 508 in front of the roller thus selected.
  • the token then falls into a sorting chute 509, at the outlet of which it is stacked on the other tokens of the same value already sorted.
  • a piston 510 which crosses the axis of the roller, pushes the token towards the chute 509 under the action of an electromagnet 511. This allows the token to be released more surely, although it is possible by an adequate arrangement of the device use only the action of gravity.
  • the device knows at all times the location in each of the successive rollers of the roller chain of the token sorted at the first level. In this way, the tokens can succeed one after the other in the rollers continuously and it suffices to open the right hatch at the right time.
  • a single electromagnet 511 can be used to press all the pistons 510 using a common bar 512. The connection between this bar and the pistons will be by a system of telescopic springs, in such a way that if a hatch is not open the piston is erased by compressing the spring.

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DE69306392T DE69306392T3 (de) 1993-10-18 1993-10-18 Spielautomat mit elektronischem Münzprüfer
ES93402560T ES2095021T5 (es) 1993-10-18 1993-10-18 Maquina de juegos de monedero electronico.
EP93402560A EP0650148B2 (de) 1993-10-18 1993-10-18 Spielautomat mit elektronischem Münzprüfer
US08/324,657 US5575374A (en) 1993-10-18 1994-10-18 Games machine with electronic payment mechanism
JP27852094A JP3969749B2 (ja) 1993-10-18 1994-10-18 電子支払機構を備えるゲーム機
US08/653,883 US5706925A (en) 1993-10-18 1996-05-28 Games machine with electronic payment mechanism
US08/704,918 US5697482A (en) 1993-10-18 1996-08-30 Games machine with electronic payment mechanism

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