Self-correcting configuration items

a configuration item and self-correcting technology, applied in the field of gaming machine networks, can solve problems such as jurisdictional law violations, and achieve the effect of avoiding the formation of a new jurisdiction

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-05-08
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[0023]Some such implementations may allow a user to configure one or more gaming machines via an easy-to-use GUI displayed on a wired or a wireless device, such as a laptop, a PDA, a work station or other host device. Gaming machine configurations that can be changed according to some implementations of the invention include game denominations, games to enable, disable or download, game payback percentage, deal speed, volume level, enabling or disabling tournament play, etc.
[0024]The present invention provides other hardware (such as network devices and components of network devices) that is configured to perform the methods of the invention, as well as software to control devices to perform these methods.

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However, in some instances the rule violation may involve the violation of a rule established in a game theme, by a gaming machine manufacturer, by a gaming establishment, etc.
In some cases, a rule violation may involve a jurisdictional law violation.

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OF SOME EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

[0036]Exemplary applications of systems, components, and methods according to the present invention are described. These examples are provided solely to add context and aid in the understanding of the invention. Thus, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without some or all of the specific details described herein. In other instances, well-known process steps, system components, and software and network concepts have not been described in detail in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the present invention.

[0037]In addition, other applications are possible, such that the following examples, illustrations, and contexts should not be taken as definitive or limiting either in scope or setting. Although the embodiments below are described in sufficient detail to enable one skilled in the art to practice the invention, these examples, illustrations, and contexts are not limiting, and other embodime...

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Abstract

Some implementations of the invention provide improved methods and devices for configuring gaming machines. According to some implementations of the invention, an operator's proposed changes to configuration item values will be assessed according to one or more rule sets. If a proposed new configuration value violates one or more such rules, according to some implementations the proposed new configuration value (or other configuration value(s)) may be automatically changed in order to obtain compliance with the rule(s). The rules may or may not be implemented by a gaming machine. Some implementations of the invention provide remote hosting of configuration menu pages with or without such auto-configuration features.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to networks of gaming machines, such as slot machines and video poker machines. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and devices for configuring gaming machines and other devices in a gaming network.[0002]The gaming machines under the control of a particular entity may be globally distributed in many different types of establishments. Casinos, convenience stores, supermarkets, bars and boats are a few examples of establishments where gaming machines may be placed.[0003]Typically, utilizing a master gaming controller, a gaming machine controls various combinations of devices that allow a player to play a game on the gaming machine and also encourage game play on the gaming machine. For example, a game played on a gaming machine usually requires a player to input money or indicia of credit into the gaming machine, indicate a wager amount, and initiate a game play. These steps require the gaming machine to c...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63F9/24
CPCG07F17/32G07F17/3234G07F17/3232G07F17/323
Inventor BROSNAN, WILLIAMCOCKERILLE, WARNER
Owner IGT
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