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Method of controlling out of order mode on a game

a game and out of order technology, applied in the field of gaming, can solve the problems of difficult customer situation, time-consuming process, complicated slot machines common in casinos at this time,

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-11-27
TRUMP ENTERTAINMENT RESORTS
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[0013]The present invention provides an apparatus and method for putting a “hold” on a particular slot machine for a certain period of time for a customer. The customer is able to “lock” or place the slot machine “out of order” when they need to take a break and then unlock the machine upon their return from their break.

Problems solved by technology

Slot machines common in casinos at this time are more complicated.
Based on current technology, this is a time consuming process and as such is done infrequently.
This often causes a difficult situation for the customer as they are hesitant to leave a particular slot machine in which they have “invested” significant time and money.
However, these methods are ineffective and no guarantee of holding a slot machine, especially when a casino is busy.

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[0023]Although this invention is applicable to numerous and various types of gaming machines, it has been found particularly useful in the environment of slot machines at gaming casinos. Therefore, without limiting the applicability of the invention to the above, the invention will be described in such environment.

[0024]With reference now to the drawing, the method and apparatus of the present invention will be described. FIG. I illustrates a schematic representation of an embodiment of the present invention. A slot machine 100 is provided which a user will be playing on. An identification reader such as a card reader (not shown) with a keypad can be provided for on the slot machine 100. A user can insert his card into the card reader (or other means for identification) before he begins play so that the casino knows how long the user is using the slot machine (to determined awards based on length of play). This information is known as “user information”, and can include information ...

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Abstract

A casino gaming apparatus is provided that allows the user to lock the casino gaming apparatus for a predetermined amount of time in order to hold the casino gaming apparatus until the user returns from a break. The invention provides for an identification reader such as a card reader for reading user information, and for setting the casino gaming apparatus in an out of order mode for a predetermined amount of time. The predetermined amount of time can be based on the length of play of the user on the casino gaming apparatus, or on a status of the user. The user can request an amount of time to set the casino gaming apparatus to an out of order mode, and if the user does not return in the predetermined amount of time, the casino gaming apparatus can be set back to a stand by mode.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates generally to gaming, and more specifically, to a method and apparatus for placing a casino machine out of order for a predetermined amount of time by a customer at a casino.[0003]2. Prior Art[0004]A slot machine is a certain type of casino game. Traditional slot machines are coin-operated machines with three or more reels, which spin when a lever on the side of the machine is pulled. The machines include a currency detector that validates the coin or money inserted to play. The machine typically pays off based on patterns of symbols visible on the front of the machine when it stops. Modern computer technology has resulted in many variations on the slot machine concept. Today, slot machines are the most popular gambling method in casinos and constitute about 70% of the average casino's income.[0005]A person playing a slot machine purchases the right to play by inserting coins, cash, or in ne...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63F9/24
CPCG07F17/32G07F17/3232G07F17/3269
Inventor PICKUS, ROBERT M.MOLINA, THOMAS SCOTT
Owner TRUMP ENTERTAINMENT RESORTS
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