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System and method for placing orders on gaming devices

a gaming device and system technology, applied in the field of gaming devices, can solve problems such as waste of food and/or drink, and achieve the effect of easy ordering of food and/or drinks

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-10-11
ZANFARDINO THOMAS S
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Benefits of technology

[0009] The primary object of the present invention is to provide a system and method for placing orders on a gaming device that permits a person to easily order food and / or drinks from a gaming device.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to provide a system and method for placing orders on a gaming device that reduces the amount of food and / or drinks that is wasted due to players ordering the food and / or drink and then leaving the gaming area, thereby increasing the profit for the gaming establishment.
[0011] A further object of the present invention is to provide a system and method for placing orders on a gaming device that increases the profit for the gambling establishment by permitting players to play on or at a device for an extended amount of time.
[0012] An even further object of the present invention is to provide a system and method for placing orders on a gaming device that improves customer service.
[0013] Another object of the present invention is to provide a system and method for placing orders on a gaming device that decreases the amount of service staff needed at the gaming establishment.
[0014] A further object of the present invention is to provide a system and method that tracks the amount of time a player has spent at one particular game in order to provide complimentary items to the player.

Problems solved by technology

Although the idea of providing servers in the casino gaming area is good, there are many disadvantages to doing so.
In addition, because many casinos and / or resorts offer free food and / or drinks to the players, individuals who have already placed drink and / or food orders may become frustrated with waiting for the server to deliver the food and / or drink and leave the gaming device altogether, thereby wasting the food and / or drink.

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[0087] Next, FIG. 4 shows a block diagram of the present invention. When a user is gambling at a gaming device and the user would like to place an order for a beverage or food item, rather than calling over a server or searching for a server, the user may simply use the present invention to place an order. To begin, the user presses the place order touch-screen button 6 located either on the game screen 38 or on the gaming device 1 itself to initiate an order. Once the place order touch-screen button 6 is depressed, the user selects between a food touch-screen button 8 or a beverages touch-screen button 9 to narrow down the selections that will be afforded to him or her. In FIG. 3, the user has chosen the beverages touch-screen button 9, which provides a plurality of predetermined beverage categories buttons, including a beer touch-screen button 10, liquor touch-screen button 11, mixed drinks touch-screen button 12, soft drinks touch-screen button 13 and wine touch-screen button 14....

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[0095] Finally, FIG. 9 shows a view of an order confirmation screen 44. Rather than having the place another order touch-screen button 26, the save to favorites touch-screen button 30 and / or the return to game touch-screen button 27 located on the confirmation screen 44, the order confirmation screen 44 could ask the user a series of questions that the user may respond by pressing a yes touch-screen button 36 or a no touch-screen button 31, such as the question “Would you like to place another order?”

[0096] Although only some screens are shown for illustrative purposes, the present invention may utilize a plurality of different screens not listed or described herewith. In addition, the present invention could be used not only in traditional casinos, but also on cruise ships, in hotels, in stores and anywhere gaming devices are located. Furthermore, although general categories and listings were disclosed, the present invention could include a multitude of various beverage / food catego...

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Abstract

A system and method for placing orders on gaming devices wherein the system includes software and a predetermined gaming device (1). The software may be installed on a predetermined gaming device (1) already having a display (2), such as a slot gaming machine (3). The screen is preferably a touch-activated display, although non-touch displays may be used in conjunction with the software. In addition, the system of the present invention may be used in conjunction with a predetermined gaming device not having a display, such as a gaming table (7). Although most gaming tables do not include a screen, one may be installed for use in conjunction with the present invention. The method includes a user searching and / or selecting a drink and / or food from a variety of predetermined options. Various screens are displayed to the user which assist the user in selecting his / her drink and / or food.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to gaming devices, more particularly, a system and method that permits an individual to place an order for a beverage, food or other items on a gaming device. [0002] Gaming devices, such as gaming machines, are very popular in casinos as they permit a person to play a game without other individuals, such as a dealer or other players. The wide array of gaming machines allow individuals to play his or her favorite game, such as poker or blackjack, as well other games in which he or she may not be as readily familiar therewith. In addition, the slot machine, which is one of the most popular gaming machines, permits a person to play without any knowledge of the game whatsoever. [0003] In addition, another type of gaming device, gaming tables, are popular in casinos as well. The use of gaming tables not only allows for social interaction among players, but also allows for a “real” gaming experience. [0004] Typically the casino or ...

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IPC IPC(8): A63F9/24
CPCG07F17/3255G07F17/32
Inventor ZANFARDINO, THOMAS S.
Owner ZANFARDINO THOMAS S