Prize support unit and prize acquisition game device

Abstract

To provide a prize acquisition game device capable of achieving connection of prize support parts with a simple configuration without using screws and improving the productivity of a connection work.SOLUTION: Prize support parts 40a, b include: a body part for directly or indirectly supporting a prize; and connection parts 42a, b for connecting the prize support parts together. The connection parts 42a, b include a rotation part and a support part for supporting the rotation part by sandwiching it while guiding the rotation of the rotation part. The rotation part includes a first part 432a, b which is a convex part or a concave part. A first support part of the support part includes a second part 452a, b which is a concave part or a convex part corresponding to the first part 432a, b. The first part 432a, b, and the second part 452a, b are rotatably fitted with each other. The first part 432a, b is configured so that a portion maintains the fitting with the second part 452a, b by the rotation of the rotation part and the other portion is fitted with the second part 452a, b of the other prize support part 40a, b.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 18

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a prize support part for constituting a prize display part of a prize acquisition game device and a prize acquisition game device including the prize support part.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, a prize acquisition game machine includes a prize storage part, a prize acquisition part, a suspension member for suspending the prize acquisition part, a lifting means for lifting and lowering the prize acquisition part, a lifting biasing means for biasing the prize acquisition part in the lifting direction, a lifting biasing force changing means for changing the biasing force by the lifting biasing means, a moving means for moving the prize acquisition part in the horizontal direction, a control means for controlling the horizontal movement and lifting and lowering of the prize acquisition part, an operation means for a player to operate the horizontal movement of the prize acquisition part, and a lowering stop means for stopping the lowering of the prize acquisition part. The lifting biasing force changing means has a driving means, and a prize acquisition game machine that operates the driving means according to an operation command from the outside and changes the biasing force of the biasing member steplessly is known (for example, see Patent Document 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] By the way, in the conventional prize acquisition game device as disclosed in Patent Document 1, the connection between the prize acquisition parts was made by screws. In the case of making such a connection between the prize acquisition parts by screws, in many cases, a large number of screws are required to ensure the connection, and the screw threads of those screws ​​ A considerable amount of effort and work time is required to carry out the integration. As a result, the coordination between the prize acquisition departments This led to a problem where operations were stalled and the productivity of the equipment decreased.

[0005] This invention was made in view of the above circumstances, and provides a simple configuration without using screws. This allows for the connection of prize support units, thereby improving the productivity of the connection work. The purpose is to provide a game device for obtaining items. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To achieve the above objective, the prize display section of the prize acquisition game device according to the present invention is configured as follows: The prize support section consists of a main body that directly or indirectly supports the prize, and is provided around the periphery of the main body. Furthermore, it includes a connecting part that connects the prize support parts together, and the connecting part is rotatable relative to the main body. A rotating part is provided, and while guiding the rotation of the rotating part, the rotating part is accessed from both sides in the thickness direction of the rotating part. It has a support part that clamps and supports, and the rotating part has a first surface on at least one side in the thickness direction It has a first part which is a convex or concave portion, and the support portion is provided on the second surface facing the first surface. It has a second part which is a recess or protrusion corresponding to the first part, and the first and second parts rotate They are fitted together, and the first part, through the rotation of the rotating part, partially engages with the second part. It is designed to maintain the other part and to allow the other part to fit into the second part of the other prize support part. ru.

[0007] By adopting this configuration, the prize support parts can be connected using a simple structure without using screws. This enables connection and improves the productivity of the connection work. Specifically, this configuration When performing the connection operation using the adopted method, compared with the case of performing the connection operation using screws, the number of parts used for the connection operation can be reduced, the connection operation can be simplified, and the labor and cost required for the connection operation can be reduced. As a result, the productivity of the connection operation can be improved. In the prize support part according to the present invention, the first part has a first side surface, and the second part has a second side surface that contacts the first side surface. When viewing the first surface in a plan view, the respective plan view shapes of the first side surface and the second side surface are arc-shaped, and the first part may be provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the second part through the first side surface sliding along the second side surface. Adopting such a configuration, the second part can be used as a configuration for guiding the rotation of the first part, and the simplification of the configuration of the connection part can be realized. In the prize support part according to the present invention, the support part has an accommodation space including an opening that opens to the side surface of the main body part, and the rotating part may be arranged in the accommodation space such that the first surface intersects the side surface and can enter and exit the accommodation space through the opening by rotation.

[0008] When such a configuration is adopted, the entry and exit of the rotating part into and out of the accommodation space can be easily realized. In the prize support part according to the present invention, when the second part is arranged such that the opening communicates with the opening of another prize support part, the plan view shape of the second side surface of the second part and the plan view shape of the second side surface of the second part of another prize support part may be configured to be located on one circumference.

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[0013] Adopting such a configuration enables smooth and stable connection between the prize support parts.

[0014] In the prize support part according to the present invention, on the surfaces of the first part and the second part facing each other, there are convex parts which are the first stopper and the second stopper respectively, and the first stopper and the second stopper are provided so as to contact each other by the rotation of the rotating part and stop the rotation of the first part with respect to the second part. It may be provided in this way.

[0015] Adopting such a configuration can realize the stop of the rotation of the first part using a simple configuration.

[0016] In the prize support part according to the present invention, the first stopper and the second stopper may be provided so as to contact when one part of the first part is fitted with the second part of another prize support part. It may be provided in this way.

[0017] Adopting such a configuration can easily maintain the connection between the prize support parts.

[0018] In the prize support part according to the present invention, the accommodation space has a second opening provided on the side facing the opening, and the rotating part has a main body part including the first part, a knob for operating the rotation of the main body part, and the knob extends from the main body part to the outside of the accommodation space through the second opening and is provided so as to be able to contact both ends of the second opening when rotating, and the main body part is configured such that when the knob contacts the first end of the second opening, the entire main body part is accommodated in the accommodation space, and when the knob contacts the second end of the second opening, half of the first part is located outside the accommodation space and can be fitted with the second part of another prize support part. It may be configured in this way. and is provided so as to be able to contact both ends of the second opening when rotating, and the main body part is configured such that when the knob contacts the first end of the second opening, the entire main body part is accommodated in the accommodation space, and when the knob contacts the second end of the second opening, half of the first part is located outside the accommodation space and can be fitted with the second part of another prize support part. When the knob contacts the first end of the second opening, the entire main body part is accommodated in the accommodation space, and when the knob contacts the second end of the second opening, half of the first part is located outside the accommodation space and can be fitted with the second part of another prize support part. When the knob contacts the second end of the second opening, half of the first part is located outside the accommodation space and can be fitted with the second part of another prize support part. It may be configured in this way.

[0019] Adopting such a configuration can use a simple configuration to control the rotation range of the rotating part and the connection between the prize support parts. The stability of the connection can be adjusted.

[0020] The prize acquisition game device according to the present invention comprises a prize display section having a game space, and a game space It comprises one of the prize support sections described above for supporting the prize.

[0021] By adopting this configuration, the prize support parts can be connected using a simple structure without using screws. This enables connection and improves the productivity of the connection work. [Effects of the Invention]

[0022] According to the present invention, it is possible to connect prize support parts using a simple configuration without using screws. The goal is to provide a prize-winning game device that can improve the productivity of the linking process. It becomes possible. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0023] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing the configuration of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a cross-sectional view taken along line II-II in Figure 1. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view taken along line III-III in Figure 1. [Figure 4] This is an enlarged view of section A in Figure 3. [Figure 5] This is a perspective view showing a modified example of the control panel of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 6] This is a side view showing a modified example of the control panel of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 7] This diagram shows the configuration of the display unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 8] This is a cross-sectional view taken along line VIII-VIII in Figure 7. [Figure 9] This diagram shows the configuration of the administrator key identification unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 10] This is a perspective view showing the state in which the rotating part of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment is housed. [Figure 11] This is a perspective view showing the prize support portion of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment in a state where the rotating portion of the prize support portion is protruding. [Figure 12] This is an exploded perspective view showing the configuration of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 13] This is a perspective view showing the configuration of the main body of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 14] This is a plan view showing the configuration of the first support section of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 15] This is a perspective view showing the configuration of the first support section of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 16] This is a perspective view showing the configuration of the rotating part of the prize support section of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 17] This is an enlarged view of section B in Figure 10. [Figure 18] This diagram shows the connection between the prize support sections of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 19] This is a perspective view showing the prize acquisition unit and drive unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment, as seen from above. [Figure 20] This is a perspective view showing the prize acquisition unit and drive unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment, as seen from below. [Figure 21] This diagram shows a part of the configuration of the prize acquisition unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 22] This diagram shows the configuration of the prize acquisition unit and the third drive unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 23] This diagram shows the configuration of the support section for the third drive unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 24] This diagram shows the configuration of the main body of the third drive unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 25] This figure shows the state in which the main body of the third drive unit is approaching the prize when the biasing force by the biasing force adjustment unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment is in a weak spring state. [Figure 26] This figure shows the state in which the main body of the third drive unit is in contact with the prize when the biasing force by the biasing force adjustment unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment is in a weak spring state. [Figure 27] This figure shows the state in which the main body of the third drive unit is approaching the prize when the biasing force by the biasing force adjustment unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment is in a spring-strong state. [Figure 28] This figure shows the state in which the main body of the third drive unit is in contact with the prize when the biasing force by the biasing force adjustment unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment is in the spring-strong state. [Figure 29] This diagram shows the functional configuration of the control unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 30] This flowchart illustrates the control of the usage mode setting process by the control unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 31] This is a flowchart illustrating the main processing control of the prize acquisition game by the control unit of the prize acquisition game device according to this embodiment. [Figure 32] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S10 in Figure 31. [Figure 33] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S20 in Figure 31. [Figure 34] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S30 in Figure 31. [Figure 35] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S50 in Figure 31. [Figure 36] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S56 in Figure 35. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0024] This embodiment will be described below with reference to the figures. Note that the top, bottom, left, and right of the drawings may be distorted. Unless otherwise specified, the positional relationships shall be based on those shown in the drawings. The dimensional ratios are not limited to those shown in the illustration. Furthermore, the following embodiments are based on the present invention. This is an example to illustrate the point, and is not intended to limit the present invention to this embodiment alone. Furthermore, the present invention can be modified in various ways without departing from its essence.

[0025] <Overview of Prize Acquisition Game Machine 1> First, with reference to Figure 1, we will explain the overview of the prize acquisition game device 1 according to this embodiment. Figure 1 is a perspective view of the prize-winning game device 1.

[0026] The prize acquisition game device 1 according to this embodiment is a prize acquisition game in which prizes are grasped and acquired. This is an example of a device that can perform this task. The prize acquisition game device 1 is as shown in Figure 1, The acquisition game device 1 has a main body 2 located at the bottom and a game empty located above the main body 2. A prize display section 3 having a space S, a prize support plate 4 that supports the prizes in the game space S, and A prize drop opening 5 is provided to connect the main body 2 and the prize display section 3, and a prize drop opening 5 is provided for dropping the prizes. A prize acquisition unit 6 is provided that is movable to the game space S for acquiring prizes, and the game space It includes a drive unit 7 that drives the prize acquisition unit 6, which is located above the space S.

[0027] Here, the game space S displays the prizes and the prize acquisition unit 6 acquires the prizes. This is a space for performing the action. The prize can be anything that can be grasped by the prize acquisition unit 6, for example. For example, toys such as stuffed animals and dolls (including toys in boxes). Also, prizes are prizes It is placed on support plate 4 and displayed in prize display section 3.

[0028] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 1, the prize acquisition game device 1 allows two players to acquire prizes simultaneously. This is a two-player game device. Therefore, the above configuration of the prize-winning game device 1 is Except for the display unit 9 of the main body 2 described later, in the width direction of the prize acquisition game device 1, left One set is provided on each side to the right. In the following, unless otherwise specified, the right side is... The explanation will focus on the set.

[0029] <Details of Prize Acquisition Game Machine 1> Next, referring to Figures 1 to 28, we will examine each component of the prize acquisition game device 1, namely the main body. Details of Section 2, Prize Display Section 3, Prize Support Plate 4, Prize Drop-off Port 5, Prize Acquisition Section 6, and Drive Section 7 The following will be explained in order. Figures 1 to 9 show the details of the main body 2 and the prize display section 3. Figures 10 to 18 show details of the prize support plate 4. Figures 19 to 28 show the drive unit 7. This is a diagram showing the details.

[0030] In the following, the width, depth, and vertical directions of the prize acquisition game device 1 and the game space S are described. These directions are sometimes referred to as the "X direction," "Y direction," and "Z direction." In the description below, "user" refers to the person managing the prize acquisition game machine 1 unless otherwise specified. The administrator and the player who plays the prize acquisition game using the prize acquisition game device 1, It includes both.

[0031] [Main body 2] First, we will explain the details of the main body 2 with reference to Figures 1 to 9.

[0032] As shown in Figure 1, the main unit 2 has an operation unit 8 located on its front side, and a game A display unit 9 for displaying related play information and initial settings such as game conditions, A coin slot 10 for receiving game fees and a prize storage section 11 connected to a prize drop-off opening 5. It has a prize dispensing outlet 12 which is an opening facing the outside of the prize storage section 11. 2 is a functional configuration housed inside, used for conducting the prize-winning game. A storage unit 13 for storing data and programs, a timer 14 for acquiring the current time, and a prize acquisition unit. The game device 1 includes a control unit 15 for controlling various operations of the game device 1.

[0033] (Operation Unit 8) The operation unit 8 is configured for performing various operations related to the prize acquisition game. Unit 8 consists of a housing 81, a control panel 82 provided on the top surface of the housing 81, and A user-operated control unit 83 is provided on the control panel 82, and on the lower side of the housing 81 It has a speaker (not shown) provided.

[0034] As shown in Figure 4, the control panel 82 is located on the mounting section 36 of the prize display section 3, which will be described later. It is positioned on the front side of the mounting section 36 so as to cover the ridge 363. Details of the placement of Nel 82 will be explained later in conjunction with the description of the mounting section 36 in the prize display section 3.

[0035] The operation unit 83 is configured for operating the prize acquisition unit 6. Specifically, the operation unit 83 is The user's actions trigger a movement request corresponding to the operation of the prize acquisition unit 6 related to those actions. This configuration involves attachment. Here, a movement request is made by the user to a predetermined surface 6 within the game space S. In 01, the requirement is to move the prize acquisition unit 6 along the X direction and / or the Y direction. be.

[0036] Furthermore, the operation unit 83 receives a first request to move the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction. Button 831 and a second button for receiving a request to move the prize acquisition unit 6 in the Y direction. It has 832 and . Note that the operating section 83 may have a configuration other than a button. For example, The control unit 83 may be a joystick, a lever, or the like. Also, the control unit 83 may be the first In addition to buttons 831 and 2nd button 832, requests are received to move the prize acquisition unit 6 in the Z direction. It may have a third button for fastening (see the third button 833 in the example shown in Figure 5).

[0037] The speaker is configured to output game sounds such as background music and alarm sounds. (Normal state) In this case, the speaker outputs game sounds such as background music. Meanwhile, the prize acquisition game device 1 If the speaker receives a certain level of impact, it can emit an alarm sound.

[0038] (Display unit 9) Display unit 9 is for the set on the right and the set on the left of the prize acquisition game machine 1. This configuration is for displaying and operating each of these functions. The display unit 9 is as shown in Figure 1. In the width direction, the operation unit 8 of the set on the right and the operation unit of the set on the left It is located between units 8. Also, as shown in Figure 7, the display unit 9 is a display unit Two display operation panels 91 are provided on the upper side of the knit 9, and the two display operation panels 91 The panel protection unit 92 is located above, and the administrator key recognition unit is located below the display unit 9. It has a separate part 93.

[0039] The two display and operation panels 91 are located on the right side of the corresponding prize acquisition game machine 1. A table of play information regarding the prize-winning game played in the set or the set on the left. A panel for displaying, performing initial game setup, and showing the configured initial setup information. Here, the play information consists of the movement information of the prize acquisition unit 6, the play history of each play, This includes the initial settings information for each component of the prize acquisition unit 6 (i.e., the main unit 60 and A, which will be described later). The setting information of the prize acquisition unit regarding the movement and stopping of unit 61, and the type of sound played to the speaker. Audio setting information regarding categories and their volume, etc., and lighting setting information for prize display section 3, Includes.

[0040] The panel protection unit 92 protects the display operation panel 91 from the user sitting on it or pressing hard with their palm. By pressing the control panel 91, excessive pressure is applied to the display control panel 91. This configuration is designed to suppress damage to the display operation panel 91 caused by the following: Panel protection section As shown in Figures 7 and 8, 92 consists of a main body 921 and two plates provided on the main body 921. A window portion 922 for exposing the display operation panel 91, and a structure that surrounds the entire circumference of the window portion 922. It has a protruding part 923.

[0041] In the thickness direction of the display operation panel 91, the main body portion 921 and the projection portion 923 are for display operation It is formed above panel 91. The cross-sectional shape of the projection 923 is as shown in Figure 8. It has a roughly triangular shape. That is, the projection 923 is located on the display operation panel 91 side. From the base portion 925, the tip portion 927, located on the side away from the display operation panel 91, is thinned. It is raised in a way that makes it look like it is becoming more prominent. Also, the tip 927 of the projection 923 is the display operation panel In the thickness direction, 91 is raised higher than the top surface of the main body 921.

[0042] According to the panel protection part 92 having such a projection 923, the projection 923 is provided Compared to when it is not present, the distance from the tip 927 of the projection 923 to the top surface of the display operation panel 91 The distance can be increased. Therefore, if the user corresponds to the display operation panel 91 Even if you sit on the panel protection part 92 or press hard on that part with your palm, the protrusions Since there is a certain distance from the tip 927 of 923 to the upper surface of the display operation panel 91, The pressing force on the display operation panel 91 caused by the above actions of the operator can be reduced. Because the tip 927 of the base 923 is thin, the user can access the display operation panel 91. If you sit on the panel protection part 92 or press hard on that part with your palm, it may hurt slightly. A feeling is felt. Therefore, due to the presence of the tip 927 of the projection 923, the user can perform the above action. The motivation to perform can be suppressed. As a result, by adopting the projection 923, the user This can suppress damage to the panel protection section 92 and reliably protect the panel protection section 92. It is possible.

[0043] In the example shown in Figure 7, the projection 923 is provided so as to surround the entire circumference of the window portion 922. However, it is not limited to this. The projection 923 is part of the entire circumference of the window portion 922, for example For example, it may be formed on a pair of sides in the width direction of the window portion 922.

[0044] The administrator key identification unit 93 identifies the administrator key K used by the administrator to activate management mode. Identification of " and the administrator key K is located on the right side of the prize acquisition game machine 1 and on the left side A configuration for identifying that the item is inserted into the corresponding slot of the set. Here, the management mode is, for example, when the administrator performs maintenance on the prize acquisition game machine 1. This is a usage mode for making settings. Note that the management mode also includes other management functions. Good. The administrator key identification unit 93 has a left insertion slot 941 and a right insertion slot 942, as shown in Figure 9. It includes a single reading board 95 that identifies the ID of the administrator key K, and an insertion detection sensor 96. do.

[0045] The left insertion slot 941 is the management mode of the set located on the left side of the prize acquisition game machine 1. This is the slot for inserting the administrator key K if you want to start the system. The right slot 942 is for... If the administrator wants to activate the management mode of the set located on the right side of prize acquisition game machine 1, This is the slot for inserting the key K.

[0046] One reading board 95 reads the "ID" of the administrator key K inserted from the left insertion slot 941 and the right The configuration allows for the identification of any of the "IDs" of the administrator key K inserted through the insertion slot 942. If the reading board 95 can identify the ID of the administrator key K, it sends that information to the control unit 15. To transmit. Meanwhile, on one reading board 95, the administrator key K is located at the left insertion slot 941 and the right insertion slot 9 It is not possible to determine from either of the 42s that "it is inserted".

[0047] The insertion detection sensor 96 detects whether or not the administrator key K is inserted into the insertion slot. This is a sensor. The insertion detection sensor 96 is provided, for example, above the left insertion opening 941. The insertion detection sensor 96 detects that the administrator key K is inserted into the left insertion slot 941. If so, that information is transmitted to the control unit 15. Meanwhile, the insertion detection sensor 96 detects the left insertion opening 9 If it is not possible to detect that administrator key K is inserted in 41, the control unit 15 is not sent. No.

[0048] Thus, the control unit 15 receives data from both the single reading board 95 and the insertion detection sensor 96. Upon receiving the message, it is determined that administrator key K is inserted into left slot 941, and the prize is acquired. The management mode of the set on the left side of game device 1 is activated. Meanwhile, the control unit 15 is one If only the transmission from the reading board 95 is received (i.e., the transmission from the insertion detection sensor 96) If the message has not been received, the system determines that administrator key K is inserted into the right insertion slot 942, and Activate the set management mode located on the right side of item acquisition game device 1.

[0049] In the example shown in Figure 9, the insertion detection sensor 96 is located above the left insertion opening 941. However, it is not limited to this. The insertion detection sensor 96 is located above the right insertion port 942. It may be provided in the following location. In this case, the control unit 15 will determine whether or not there is a transmission from the insertion detection sensor 96. Based on this, the slot into which the administrator key K was inserted is determined, and the corresponding prize acquisition game machine is selected. Activate the management mode for the set located to the left or right of Unit 1.

[0050] Here, generally speaking, for administrator key identification units having different insertion slots, the administrator key K is To identify which slot a card was inserted into, two cards corresponding to each slot are used. A reading board is required. In contrast, the insertion detection sensor 96 mentioned above is used. Therefore, even if only one reading board 95 is used, the administrator key K can be easily inserted into the left insertion slot 941. It is possible to identify whether it is inserted or inserted into the right insertion port 942. With a combination of an insertion detection sensor 96 and one reading board 95, two readings Compared to the case where circuit board 95 is used, the identification processing of the control unit 15 can be simplified. This reduces the manufacturing cost of the administrator key identification unit 93.

[0051] (Prize storage compartment 11) The prize storage section 11 is a game device in which prizes that have fallen from the prize drop opening 5 are collected by the user. This configuration is designed to temporarily hold dropped prizes before they are removed from the container (location 1) to the outside. The prize storage section 11 is located below the prize drop-off opening 5.

[0052] (Prize payout slot 12) The prize dispensing outlet 12 is provided on the front of the main body 2 so as to communicate with the prize storage section 11. The prize dispensing outlet 12 is fitted with an openable and closable door 121. When the door 121 closes... Then, the prize dispensing opening 12 is closed, preventing the prize from flying out and also preventing foreign objects from getting into the prize. Entering the inside of the prize acquisition game machine 1 through the payout outlet 12 (including theft of prizes) This can be avoided. On the other hand, when door 121 is opened, the prize dispensing outlet 12 is opened, and the prize storage The prizes stored in section 11 can be removed to the outside.

[0053] (Control Unit 15) The control unit 15 is configured to control the overall operation of the prize acquisition game device 1. Unit 15 receives movement requests from the operation unit 83 and the display unit 9, and acquires them from the timer 14. After receiving the time information, and based on the data and program stored in the storage unit 13, The movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the game space S, the output of the speaker, and the illumination of the prize display unit 3 are all controlled. By controlling the brightness and other parameters, the prize acquisition game is implemented. Further details regarding the control unit 15 are provided below. This will be explained later.

[0054] [Prize Display Section 3] Next, the details of the prize display section 3 will be explained with reference to Figures 1 to 6. Figures 5 and 6 Figure 6 shows a modified example of the cover portion of the mounting section 36.

[0055] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, the prize display section 3 consists of a housing section 30 and the front and left and right sides of the housing section 30. The front panel 31, side panel 32, and rear panel 33 are provided on both sides and the rear, respectively, and the housing A support portion 34 that supports the drive unit 7 formed on the upper side of part 30, and the upper front of the support portion 34 The illuminated section 35 provided on the side and the front panel 31 formed on the lower side of the housing section 30 are placed on top of each other. It has a mounting section 36.

[0056] (Front panel 31, side panel 32, and back panel 33) The front panel 31, side panel 32, and back panel 33 are configured to define the game space S. Furthermore, the front panel 31, side panels 32, and back panel 33 are made of a light-transmitting material, for example, It is made of transparent acrylic resin or glass. With this configuration, the prize A game space S is configured that can be seen from the front, both sides, and the back of the game device 1. The back panel 33 may be formed from a plate material such as metal.

[0057] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the front panel 31 is a first front panel 3 that can slide in the width direction. It has a first front panel 311 and a second front panel 312. The first front panel 311 is located further back than the second front panel 312. It is located on the side. The first front panel 311 and the second front panel 312 slide in the width direction. This is an example of a door that allows the game space S to be opened and closed. With this configuration, The administrator of the prize-winning game machine 1 opens the first front panel 311 and the second front panel 312 by The game space S is opened, and operations and maintenance of the prize acquisition unit 6, as well as tasks such as replenishing prizes, are performed. This can be done. However, except when the administrator is performing the work, the first front panel 311 and The second front panel 312 is closed, sealing off the game space S. This is the state where 2 is closed, sealing off the game space S.

[0058] (Mounting section 36) The mounting section 36 is configured to movably support the first front plate 311 and the second front plate 312. The surface of the mounting section 36 is painted, just like the other parts of the housing section 30. This improves the appearance of the visible portion of the mounting section 36.

[0059] As shown in Figure 4, the mounting section 36 has an upper surface section 361, a front surface section 362, and the upper surface section 361 and The ridge portion 363 formed by the front portion 362 and the first front portion formed on the upper portion 361 A sash 37 that supports the plate 311 and the second front plate 312 so as to be slidable from below them , has , here the sash 37 has the first front panel 311 and the second front panel 312 and This is an example of a support section that allows opening and closing from below. Note that the support section consists of components other than the sash. For example, a configuration in which the first front panel 311 and the second front panel 312 are rotated to open and close. That's fine.

[0060] The sash 37 is attached to the upper surface portion 361. The sash 37 is also shown in Figure 4. As such, the first front plate 311 and the second front plate are provided behind the ridge portion 363 of the upper surface portion 361. A first portion 371 that supports the faceplate 312, and a ridge portion 3 provided in front of the first portion 371. It has a second part 372 that covers the upper part of 63. Thus the second part of the sash 37 372 functions as part of a cover that covers the upper surface portion of the ridge portion 363 of the mounting portion 36. This is possible. Although the sash 37 was described as being formed separately from the upper surface portion 361, The sash 37 may be formed integrally with the upper surface portion 361.

[0061] Next, regarding the arrangement relationship between the control panel 82 of the operation unit 8 and the mounting section 36 as described above... Let me explain. The control panel 82 is inclined with respect to the front part 362 of the mounting part 36. It is arranged in such a way. More specifically, the control panel 82 is shown in Figure 4. As such, the upper end portion 821 located near the front portion 362 is lower than the upper surface portion 361 of the mounting portion 36. It is positioned on the front side 362 of the mounting section 36 so that it is also positioned higher. In other words, The upper end portion 821 is positioned to cover the front side portion of the ridge portion 363. The upper end 821 of the troll panel 82 is a cover that covers the front portion of the ridge 363 of the mounting portion 36. It can function as part of another department.

[0062] Thus, the second part 372 of the sash 37 and the upper end 821 of the control panel 82 The mounting portion 36 is configured to have a cover portion that covers the edge portion 363 so as to protect the edge portion 363 of the mounting portion 36. With this cover, the opening and closing operation of the first front panel 311 and the second front panel 312 is controlled. By creating scratches or other marks on the ridge 363 through this process, paint peeling on the ridge 363 can be avoided. This can be done. As a result, the appearance of the mounting section 36 is improved and the durability of the mounting section 36 is improved. Durability can be improved.

[0063] Furthermore, the placement of the control panel 82 is not limited to the method described above. Example For example, the upper end portion 821 of the control panel 82 is on the same plane as the upper surface portion 361 of the mounting portion 36. It may be arranged to belong to [the specified location]. Also, the control panel 82 is shown in Figures 5 and 6. Therefore, it may have a cover portion 820 that is integrated with the control panel 82. The cover portion 820 is provided so as to extend from the upper end portion 821 of the control panel 82. This is an extension. Also, as shown in Figures 5 and 6, the cover portion 820 is the front of the edge portion 363. It is provided to cover the side and top side portions. In addition, the cover portion 820 is a control The frame panel 82 and the sash 37 may be configured separately. Also, the cover part 820, The three parts, the trolley panel 82 and the sash 37, may be constructed as a single unit.

[0064] (Support part 34) The support portion 34 movably supports the drive unit 7 and a part of the drive unit 7 (the first drive unit described later) This configuration accommodates the moving part 71 and the second drive part 72. The support part 34 is shown in Figure 1. As such, it has a rail 341 provided on its inner circumferential surface that movably supports the drive unit 7. Details of the mounting of the support unit 34 and the drive unit 7 will be explained in conjunction with the description of the drive unit 7.

[0065] (Lighting section 35) The illuminated section 35 is configured to emit light to the outside of the prize display section 3. The illuminated section 35 is shown in Figure 1. The device comprises a light guide member 351 and a plurality of light-emitting diodes 352 as light-emitting elements. The light guide member 351 is a transparent flat plate made of acrylic resin, and the front side emission surface and has a side emission surface. Multiple light-emitting diodes 352 are located on the back side of the light guide member 351. It is provided.

[0066] Furthermore, the light emitted by the multiple light-emitting diodes 352 is directed from the rear end of the light guide member 351. The light enters the light guide member 351, reflects within it, and is guided to the front side, and to the front side emission surface and side It is emitted from the side exit surface. Under normal conditions, the illuminated section 35 lights up. Therefore, the prize is obtained. The appearance of the game device 1 can be improved. On the other hand, the prize acquisition game device 1 is constant If it is subjected to an impact, the illuminated section 35 will flash. Therefore, the illuminated section 35 emits an alarm signal to the surroundings. It is possible to produce it.

[0067] [Prize support plate 4] Next, referring to Figures 1 to 3 and Figures 10 to 18, we will discuss the details of the prize support plate 4. I will explain.

[0068] The prize support plate 4 is a plate-shaped plate formed between the main body 2 and the prize display section 3 in the vertical direction. This is the configuration. The prize support plate 4 consists of a front plate 31, a side plate 32, and a back plate, as shown in Figures 1 and 3. The faceplate 33 and the support part 34 together define the game space S. The prize support plate 4 is thick It has a prize support surface 401 on the upper side in the direction of movement, for placing prizes.

[0069] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the prize support plate 4 has a plurality of prize support sections 40. The prize support section 40 is, for example, a plate member made of synthetic resin. Multiple prize support The parts 40 are connected to each other to form the prize support plate 4. In addition, there are multiple prize support parts 40 can be freely combined to form prize support plates 4 with different shapes. Therefore, depending on the type of prize and changes in the game rules, the prize support of the prize support plate 4 can be adjusted. The shape and size of the gripping surface 401 can be easily changed.

[0070] The prize support section 40 supports the prize directly or indirectly, as shown in Figures 10 to 14. The main body portion 41 and multiple connecting parts 40 that are provided on the periphery of the main body portion 41 to connect each other. It has a connecting portion 42.

[0071] As shown in Figures 12 and 13, the main body 41 is a frame-shaped member, and its outer peripheral surface 4 is the side surface. It has 11 and an inner circumferential surface 412. In addition, the upper surface of the main body 41 has a prize that is not shown. A plate member for support is provided.

[0072] As shown in Figure 12, the connecting portion 42 is a rotating portion that is rotatably mounted relative to the main body portion 41. 43, and while guiding the rotation of the rotating part 43, the rotating part 43 is moved from both sides in the thickness direction of the rotating part 43. It has a support part 44 that clamps and supports the part.In the following description, the rotating part 43 is connected to the support part 44. Therefore, the state in which it is rotatably attached to the main body 41 is sometimes referred to as the "assembled state." ru.

[0073] As shown in Figure 12, the support portion 44 has a first support portion 45 that can be attached to the main body portion 41 and , and a second support portion 46 which is part of the main body portion 41, and the first support portion 45 and the second support portion Between 46, a storage space S2 is formed, as shown in Figures 11 and 12. The space S2 is an opening that opens on the outer circumferential surface 411 of the main body portion 41, as shown in Figures 10 to 12. 47 and a second opening that is located on the inner circumferential surface 412 of the main body portion 41 and is provided on the side facing the opening 47 The rotating part 43 is opened by rotation, as shown in Figures 10 and 11. It is positioned within the containment space S2 so that it can enter and exit the containment space S2 through the opening 47. .

[0074] In the above explanation, the main body 41 was described as a single component, but the main body 41 is open The structure may be divided into two parts, upper and lower, with the mouth portion 47 as the boundary. Any of the main body parts 41 may include a support part 44. In other words, the support part 44 is It corresponds to either of the upper and lower main body parts 41. The main body 41 is fitted with the rotating part 43 in between, thereby forming the prize support part 40. It may be formed as follows.

[0075] The configurations of the rotating part 43 and the first support part 45 will be described in more detail. The rotating part 43 is shown in Figure 16. As shown, it has a main body 430 and a knob 437 for operating the rotation of the main body 430. The main body 430 is a plate member with a roughly semicircular shape in plan view. Furthermore, the main body 430 is, The first surface 431 is located on one side in the thickness direction, and the first recess is provided on the first surface 431. It has a part 432 and a rotating part 43, the first surface 431 intersects with the outer peripheral surface 411 and rotates. It is provided so that it is possible to enter and exit the storage space S2 through the opening 47.

[0076] Part 1, section 432, is a groove with a roughly semicircular shape in plan view. Also, Part 1, section 432 is shown in Figure 16. And as shown in Figure 17, the first side surface 4321 and the third side surface 4 facing the first side surface 4321 It has a base surface 4323 that connects the first side surface 4321 and the third side surface 4322. The first side surface 4321 is the part that contacts the first support portion 45, as shown in Figure 17. The plan view shape of side 4321 is arc-shaped.

[0077] As shown in Figure 16, the bottom surface 4323 of the first part 432 has a protruding first bottom stopper There are two 435s, and the third side surface 4322 has a protruding first side stopper 436 A first bottom stopper 435 and a first side stopper 436 are provided. This is an example of P.

[0078] As shown in Figure 16, the knob 437 is provided so as to extend from the peripheral edge of the main body 430. In the assembled state, the knob 437 passes through the second opening 48, as shown in Figure 18. It extends outward from the storage space S2 and rotates to open both ends of the second opening 48 (i.e., the rear The first end portion 4571 and the second end portion 4572 of the first support portion 45 described above can be made to contact with each other. It is located at [location].

[0079] As shown in Figures 14 and 15, the first support portion 45 is connected to the main body portion 450 and rotates in the assembled state. The second surface 451 of section 43 is toward the first surface 431, and the first section 432 is provided on the second surface 451. The second part 452 is a convex portion corresponding to the second surface 451, and the cylindrical first end portions are provided at both ends of the second surface 451. It has 4571 and a second end 4572.

[0080] Part 2, 452 is a projection with a roughly semicircular shape in plan view, which can be inserted into Part 1, 432. Furthermore, as shown in Figures 14 and 15, part 2 452 has a second side surface 4521 and a second side surface The fourth side 4522, which faces 4521, is connected to the second side 4521 and the fourth side 4522. It has a bottom surface 4523 and a second side surface 4521, as shown in Figure 17, the first part 43 It contacts the first side surface 4321 of 2. The plan view shape of the second side surface 4521 is arc-shaped. Furthermore, the curvature of the plan view shape of the second side surface 4521 is the same as the curvature of the plan view shape of the first side surface 4321. It is the same as the ratio. Note that the curvature of the plan view shape of the second side surface 4521 is the same as the curvature of the plan view shape of the first side surface 4321. It may be formed to be slightly larger than the curvature of the surface view shape.

[0081] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 14 and 15, the bottom surface 4523 of the second part 452 has a convex portion. Two second bottom stoppers 455 are provided, and the fourth side surface 4522 has a protruding second side A surface stopper 456 is provided. A second bottom surface stopper 455 and a second side surface stopper 45 Number 6 is an example of a second stopper.

[0082] In the assembled state, the first part 432 and the second part 452 are configured to fit together rotatably. Specifically, Part 1 432 has a first side 4321 along the second side 4521. By sliding smoothly, it is provided so as to be rotatable relative to the second part 452. Yes, they are.

[0083] Next, using an example of connection between prize support parts, the features of the connecting part 42 of the prize support part will be explained in detail. I will explain in detail. In the following explanation, in order to distinguish between the two prize support parts 40, one of the prize support parts The holding part 40 is called the prize support part 40a, and the other prize support part 40 is called the prize support part 40b. The opening 47a of the connecting part 42a of one prize support part 40a is connected to the connecting part of the other prize support part 40b When positioned to communicate with the opening 47b of 42b, the connecting portion 4 The plan view shape of the second side surface 4521a of the second part 452a of 2a, and the second part 45 of the connecting part 42b The plan view shape of the second side surface 4521b of 2b is configured to be located on a single circumference. There is. Also, similarly, in that case, the first side surface 4321a of the first part 432a of the connecting part 42a Both the plan view shape and the plan view shape of the first side surface 4321b of the first part 432b of the connecting portion 42b are It is configured to be located on a single circle.

[0084] When connecting the prize support section 40a and the prize support section 40b using the above configuration, The first part 432a of part 42a is the second side surface 4521a of the connecting part 42a and the part of the connecting part 42b It rotates smoothly along the two sides 4521b, smoothly into the storage space of the other prize support section 40b. It enters S2b and can be fitted into the second part 452b of the connecting part 42b. In that case, the connection The first part 432a of section 42a maintains a fit with the second part 452a of the connecting section 42a. Furthermore, other parts are configured to fit together with the second part 452b of the connecting part 42b. Similarly, the first part 432b of the connecting portion 42b is also partly connected to the second part 452b of the connecting portion 42b. The fitting is maintained, and the other part is configured to fit with the second part 452b of the connecting part 42b. As a result, the connecting parts 42a and 42b connect one prize support part 40a This ensures that the prize support section 40b is securely connected to it.

[0085] Furthermore, the rotation of the first part 432a of the connecting part 42a causes the knob 437a to move to the second opening 48 It can come into contact with the first end portion 4571a or the second end portion 4572a that make up both ends of a. When the knob 437a comes into contact with the first end portion 4571a, the main body portion 430a of the connecting portion 42a As shown in Figures 10 and 18, the entire main body 430a is housed within the storage space S2a. On the other hand, when the knob 437a comes into contact with the second end portion 4572a, the body of the connecting portion 42a As shown in Figures 11 and 18, half of part 430a maintains a fit with the second part 452a. The other half is configured to fit into the second part 452b of the other prize support part 40b. It is. The same applies to the main body portion 430b of the connecting portion 42b. With this configuration, 1 This improves the stability of the connection between one prize support section 40a and the other prize support section 40b. ru.

[0086] Furthermore, when the knob 437a comes into contact with the second end portion 4572a, that is, the connecting portion 42a And when each half of the connecting portion 42b is fitted together, the connecting portion 42a and the connecting portion Each stopper in 42b contacts its corresponding stopper. Specifically In that case, although not shown in the diagram, the stopper of the connecting portion 42a is one side of the connecting portion 42a The first bottom stopper 435a abuts against the second bottom stopper 455a, and the other side of the connecting portion 42a The first bottom stopper 435a abuts against the second bottom stopper 455b, and the first connecting portion 42a The side stopper 436a is in contact with the first side stopper 436a and the second side stopper 436b. It is designed to do so. The stopper of the connecting part 42b is also the same. The contact between the parts stops the rotation of the first part 432 relative to the second part 452. The rotation of the rotating part 43 can be locked.

[0087] [Prize drop-off slot 5] Next, we will explain the details of the prize drop-off opening 5 with reference to Figures 2 and 3.

[0088] The prize drop-off opening 5 is configured to connect the game space S and the prize storage area 11. 5 is the first drop-off opening 5 formed on the front side of the prize support plate 4, as shown in Figures 2 and 3. 1 and the first drop opening 51 and the prize support plate 4 formed on the lower side of the first drop opening 51 and the prize It has a second drop-off opening 52 that connects to the storage section 11.

[0089] The first drop opening 51 can be changed by altering the way the prize support parts 40 of the prize support plate 4 are combined. The size can be changed. The second drop opening 52 detects the drop of the prize as shown in Figure 3. A fall detection sensor 53 is provided. It can accurately detect whether or not a prize has been obtained by the user.

[0090] [Prize Acquisition Section 6] Next, the details of the prize acquisition unit 6 will be explained with reference to Figures 1 and 19 to 21. ru.

[0091] The prize acquisition unit 6 moves within the game space S and grasps the prize placed on the prize support plate 4. This configuration is for the purpose of the prize acquisition unit 6 being suspended from the drive unit 7 within the game space S. It is designed to allow this. Furthermore, the prize acquisition unit 6 is located in the game space S, as shown in Figure 19. A main body 60 is provided to be movable inside, and moves in conjunction with the movement of the main body 60 and the main body 60 It has a pair of arms 61 that are provided to be movable relative to the The pair of arms 61 are an example of arms used to obtain prizes. The number is not limited to two. For example, the arms are designed to hook the prizes. It may be a single arm, or it may be three or more arms designed to grasp the prize. It may also be a frame. The main body 60 is connected to the drive unit 7, and the pair of arms 61 are It extends downward from the main body 60. In the following description, the main body 60 and the pair of arms 61 are The accompanying movement is sometimes referred to as "movement of the prize acquisition unit 6".

[0092] As shown in Figures 19 to 21, the main body 60 consists of a housing 66 and a unit provided inside the housing 66. A mounting part 62 for attaching the prize acquisition unit 6 to the drive unit 7, and a pair of arms 61 are provided. It has an arm drive unit 63 that drives the closing movement. Here, the opening and closing movement of a pair of arms 61 This is an example of arm movement, in which a pair of arms 61 move so as to move away from each other and open up. This includes the movement of a pair of arms 61 so as to move closer to each other and close together. The pair of arms 61 may perform movements other than opening and closing.

[0093] The arm drive unit 63 is attached to the mounting part 62 and is powered by the cable 64. The bottom of the housing 66 constitutes the bottom 67 of the main body 60, as shown in Figure 20. The bottom 67, which is not shown in the diagram, detects the pressure that the bottom 67 of the main body 60 exerts on the prize. It is equipped with a bottom sensor that can perform the following actions. The bottom sensor can perform the following actions, for example, a known pressure sensor. This includes sensors, contact sensors, distance sensors, etc. Furthermore, the main body 60 is as shown in Figures 1 and 19. Furthermore, a display section 65 for displaying design sheets, etc., is formed on the front part of the housing 66. It has the ability to improve the appearance of the main body 60 by displaying the design sheet. .

[0094] As shown in Figure 21, the arm drive unit 63 is fixed to the mounting part 62 and rotates the arm 61. A rotating shaft 631 that can be supported, and a gripping force operating gear rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft 631. A 632, a wound spring 633 wound around the rotating shaft 631, and the rotation of the gripping force operating gear 632 It has a motor 634 that drives the arm 61 and an opening degree sensor 635 that detects the opening degree of the arm 61. .

[0095] Motor 634 has an output shaft fitted with a pinion gear (not shown). Gripping force The operating gear 632 is a disc-shaped gear that meshes with the pinion gear on the motor 634 side. (Gripping) The force-operated gear 632 has an arc-shaped elongated hole portion 6321 of a predetermined length provided on its periphery, and The coiled spring 633 has a boss portion 6322 provided on one of the main surfaces in the thickness direction. One end (not shown) is loosely inserted into the elongated hole 6321 so as to be movable, and the other end 6332 is attached to the arm 61 The gripping force operating gear 632 and the arm 61 are mounted to the gripping force operating gear 632 and the arm 61 so as to be fixed in place. This wound spring 633 allows the gripping force operating gear 632 and the arm 61 to be operated in conjunction. It is composed of.

[0096] The arm drive unit 63 drives the opening and closing movement of a pair of arms 61 to grasp or release prizes. Specifically, the motor 634, based on the control of the control unit 15, applies rotational force in a predetermined direction. It outputs power and transmits that rotational force to the gripping force operating gear 632 via the output shaft and pinion gear. Then, the gripping force operating gear 632 is rotated. The rotation of the gripping force operating gear 632 is a winding motion. The force is transmitted to the arm 61 via the spring 633, causing the arm 61 to rotate and open. When the rotation of the gripping force operating gear 632 stops, the spring force of the wound spring 633 causes the arm 61 continues to rotate and comes into contact with boss portion 6322 before stopping. In this way, the arm drive unit 63 is the output shaft, pinion gear, gripping force actuation gear 632, under the operation of motor 634. And via the coiled spring 633, the pair of arms 61 can be opened at a preset opening angle. can.

[0097] On the other hand, when closing the pair of arms 61, the motor 634 operates based on the control of the control unit 15. The arm drive unit 63 outputs a rotational force in the opposite direction to the predetermined direction. Under the reverse operation, the output shaft, pinion gear, gripping force actuation gear 632, and wound spring 633 The pair of arms 61 can be closed via this.

[0098] The opening angle sensor 635 detects the rotation angle of the gripping force operating gear 632, thereby controlling the pair of arms This is a sensor that detects the opening degree of arm 61. The opening degree sensor 635 detects the opening degree of arm 61. Then, that information is transmitted to the control unit 15. The control unit 15 receives the information transmitted from the opening sensor 635. When the opening angle information of arm 61 detects that it has reached the set opening angle, the gripping force operating gear 632 The rotation is stopped. In this way, the opening of the pair of arms 61 is maintained at the set opening. Yes, it is possible. In addition, the control unit 15 receives information about the opening degree of the arm 61 transmitted from the opening degree sensor 635. When it is detected that the movement exceeds a predetermined threshold, the movement of the main unit 60 is stopped. In this way, the movement of the pair of arms 61 in conjunction with the main body 60 can be stopped.

[0099] Here, both the set opening degree and the predetermined threshold related to the opening degree mentioned above are the initial values ​​stored in the storage unit 13. This is period information. The predetermined threshold for the opening degree is greater than the set opening degree. For example, The predetermined threshold for degrees is 90 degrees, and the set opening angle is even if it is less than 90 degrees. Good. Note that both the set opening degree and the predetermined threshold related to the opening degree can be changed through the settings. ru.

[0100] Furthermore, the set opening degree initiates approach movement along the approach direction of the main unit 60 toward the prize. When the main body 60 is stopped at the approach starting point described later, the control unit 15 controls When the pair of arms 61 are opened from a closed state to an open state for obtaining a prize, This is the opening degree. Under the control of the control unit 15, the pair of arms 61 are driven by the arm drive unit 63. If only that is received, the pair of arms 61 will not open to an opening greater than the set opening.

[0101] On the other hand, as the main body 60 moves closer, either one or both of the pair of arms 61 The prize or the prize support plate 4 may come into contact with it, causing it to move beyond a predetermined threshold. If contact occurs, and the main body 60 continues to move closer, the arm 61 will move towards the prize or prize. The reaction force from the product support plate 4 causes it to contact the side of the housing 66, and together with the main body 60, the prize or A large amount of pressure is applied to the prize support plate 4. In this case, the arm 61 and the main body 60 are pressed against the prize or prize. The pressure applied to the support plate 4 is equal to the weight of the arm 61 and at least a portion of the weight of the main body 60. This is the total weight. In contrast, if such a collision occurs, the main body 60 is moving When movement is stopped, the pressure acting on the prize or prize support plate 4 is reduced to the weight of the arm 61 alone. Therefore, compared to the case where the approaching movement of the main body 60 is not stopped, the prize acquisition unit 6 acquires the prize or prize The pressure acting on the product support plate 4 can be reduced.

[0102] Furthermore, the prize acquisition unit 6 moves in the X, Y, and Z directions within the game space S. This is possible. Here, the Z direction is the downward direction (hereinafter referred to as "Z direction downward direction") This includes the direction of upward movement (hereinafter referred to as "Z-direction upward direction"). The direction shown is an example of an approaching direction towards the prize, and the upward direction in the Z direction is the opposite direction to the approaching direction. This is an example of movement in the direction of receding. Below, movement along the downward direction in the Z direction will be referred to as "approaching movement". Movement along the upward direction is called "movement away from the direction of travel," and if the two are not distinguished, they are combined. This is sometimes called "movement in the Z direction". Also, the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction and / or Y direction. When movement is not distinguished, both are sometimes collectively called "plane movement." Also, when the game starts... The position where the prize acquisition unit 6 is stopped before the movement is called the "standby position," and the plane movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 The position of the prize acquisition unit 6 after the action has been taken but before the approach movement has been taken is called the "approach start point". Sometimes.

[0103] The prize acquisition unit 6 is configured, for example, to perform a movement in the Z direction after performing a face movement. Furthermore, the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed based on the user's will, while The Z-direction movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed based on the initial settings, regardless of the user's intentions. The control unit 83 includes a third button 833 related to movement in the Z direction. In this case (see the example shown in Figure 5), the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the Z direction is at the user's discretion, i.e., the user This can be done based on the operator's operation of the third button 833.

[0104] The movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 will be explained in more detail. Movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction and Y direction. The first is when the administrator of the prize acquisition game machine 1 manually moves the prize acquisition unit 6 in management mode. Method, or control unit 15, when the administrator of the prize acquisition game device 1 is in management mode or the player In player mode, the first button 831 and the second button 832 of the control unit 83 are operated. This is achieved by a second method, which moves the prize acquisition unit 6 based on a movement request input by [the system]. It is being done.

[0105] The first method is used to determine the waiting position, movement range, and prize insertion position of the prize acquisition unit 6. This is the method. Here, the standby position of the prize acquisition unit 6 is, for example, the position in which the prize acquisition unit 6 can move. This becomes the origin of the coordinate space (XYZ space). Note that the origin can be at a different location than the waiting position. Good. The movement range is the range in which the prize acquisition unit 6 can move in the XY plane of the coordinate space. The prize insertion position is such that the prize retrieval unit 6 is above the prize drop-off opening 5 in order to insert the prize into the prize drop-off opening 5. This is the position of the prize. Also, after the prize acquisition unit 6 is moved to the standby position by the first method, The coordinates of the point corresponding to the position of the product acquisition unit 6 are determined by the position sensor and encoder of the drive unit 7. The X-direction origin sensor 715, the X-direction position sensor 714, and / or the Y-direction origin sensor, which will be described later. Point sensor 725, Y-direction position sensor 724, first encoder 713 and second encoder It is automatically acquired by 723. Also, points corresponding to the movement range and prize insertion position. The same applies to obtaining the coordinates. Using this first method, the administrator can obtain the origin, standby position, The movement range and prize placement location can be easily acquired and modified.

[0106] The second method is a method used by the prize acquisition unit 6 to acquire prizes. In this case, under the control of the control unit 15, the drive unit 7 moves the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction and / or This drives movement in the Y direction. Also, similar to the first method, the prize acquisition unit 6 is moved by the second method. After that, the coordinates of the point corresponding to the position of the prize acquisition unit 6 are determined by the position sensor and engine of the drive unit 7. It is automatically obtained by the coder. Through this second method, the administrator and player This allows the prize acquisition unit 6 to be moved freely, and on the movement path of the prize acquisition unit The coordinates of a point can be obtained.

[0107] Furthermore, when using either the first method or the second method, the prize acquisition unit 6 is a drive unit It is moved along the rail 7 (the first rail 711 and / or the second rail 721 described later). The rail of the drive unit 7 is provided such that its longitudinal direction is parallel to the prize support surface 401. Therefore, the prize acquisition unit 6 can move with its center of gravity on a predetermined surface 601 (see FIG. 1) parallel to the prize support surface 401. The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize

[0108] The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 or the second pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the main body 60 on the prize is performed. Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize The approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement that is automatically performed along the Z-direction downward direction after a predetermined surface movement is performed in order to approach the prize and grip the prize. Also, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is a movement driven by the drive unit 7 under the control of the control unit 15. Specifically, after the surface movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 is performed, that is, after stopping at the approach start point on the predetermined surface 601 of the prize acquisition unit 6, under the control of the control unit 15, the arm drive unit 63 opens the integrated arm 61 at the set opening degree, and then the drive unit 7 drives the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 based on the initial setting. Then, when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more, or when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 of the prize acquisition unit 6 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure and this is detected by the bottom sensor, the approach movement of the main body 60 is stopped. Then, under the control of the control unit 15, the first pressure adjustment for adjusting the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 4 {

[0109] Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize Here, the first pressure adjustment is an adjustment for reducing the pressure of the arm 61 on the prize or the prize support unit 40 by stopping the approach movement of the main body 60 when the movement of the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 becomes a movement of a predetermined threshold value or more. The second pressure adjustment is the pressure of the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize This is done by adjusting the position. Specifically, the bottom 67 of the main body 60 is at a predetermined pressure. When the bottom sensor detects that the prize has been pressed against the device, the approaching movement of the main unit 60 is stopped. After that, the main body 60 is moved along the direction of separation by a first distance and then stopped, This adjustment is intended to reduce the pressure on the prizes caused by the body portion 60.

[0110] Furthermore, the first distance related to the second pressure adjustment maintains contact between the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize. Furthermore, this distance is such that the pressure exerted by the main body 60 on the prize can be reduced to a predetermined value, for example, a few millimeters. The first distance is determined by the control unit 15, according to the type of prize, at the bottom 67 of the main body 60. While maintaining contact with the prize, the pressure that the main body 60 exerts on the prize is reduced to a predetermined value. This is determined by the first distance, which reduces the pressure on the prize by the main body 60. The goal is to achieve a reduction while maintaining the main unit 60's stance toward the prizes in virtually the same state. Yes, it is possible. Therefore, the impact of the second pressure adjustment on the prize acquisition operation can be suppressed. Oh, the bottom sensors, including contact sensors and distance sensors mounted on the bottom 67, press on the prize Before applying force, reduce the pressure on the prize or prize support part 40 by the arm 61. That's fine.

[0111] The opening and closing movement of the pair of arms 61 is controlled by the control unit 15, which in turn controls the position change of the prize acquisition unit 6. Accordingly, it changes. Specifically, the pair of arms 61 are when the prize acquisition unit 6 is in the standby position. It is closed, and after the prize acquisition unit 6 moves to the approach starting point via plane movement, it opens to a set opening. The prize acquisition unit 6 moves closer and stops, then closes to grasp the prize, and then the prize After the prize acquisition unit 6 moves to the prize insertion position via remote movement, it releases the prize it has grasped. It opens and then closes again. After that, the prize acquisition unit 6 remains closed with the pair of arms 61 closed. In this state, return to the standby position.

[0112] [Drive unit 7] Next, the details of the drive unit 7 will be described with reference to Figures 1 and 19 to 28.

[0113] The drive unit 7 supports the prize acquisition unit 6 so as to suspend it from the drive unit 7, and the control unit 15 Based on the control, the prize acquisition unit 6 is driven on a predetermined surface 601 of the game space S. This is the configuration. The drive unit 7 includes a first drive unit 71 that drives the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction, and A second drive unit 72 drives the Y-direction movement of the prize acquisition unit 6, and a second drive unit 72 drives the Z-direction movement of the prize acquisition unit 6. It has a third drive unit 73, and the drive unit 7 is configured to communicate with the control unit 15. Together with the control unit 15, the first drive unit 71, the second drive unit 72, and the third drive unit 73 each It has a control board 70 for controlling the electrical configuration.

[0114] The first drive unit 71 includes a first rail 711 and a first drive unit provided on one end of the first rail 711. A motor 712 and a first encoder 713 are provided along the longitudinal direction of the first rail 711. The X-direction origin sensor 715 and three X-direction position sensors 714, and the first rail 711 Dogs 716 provided at both ends, and the first rail 7 provided on both ends of the first rail 711 It has a mounting configuration 717 for attaching 11 to the support part 34.

[0115] The first rail 711 is used to attach the roller of the first drive unit 71 to the rail 341 of the support unit 34. Therefore, it is provided so as to be movable along the width direction relative to the support portion 34. Since the longitudinal direction of the first rail 711 is provided to be parallel to the prize support surface 401, the longitudinal direction of the first rail 711 corresponds to the X direction of the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6.

[0116] The first motor 712 moves the second drive unit 72 and the third drive unit 73 along the first rail 711 (that is, in the X direction), thereby realizing the X-direction movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 attached to the third drive unit 73. The first encoder 713 detects the rotation state (for example, the movement amount, angle, etc. of the rotation of the first motor 712) to detect the distance that the prize acquisition unit 6 has moved in the X direction. With such a first encoder 713, the distance that the prize acquisition unit 6 has moved in the X direction can be accurately detected using a simple configuration.

[0117] The X-direction origin sensor 715 and the three X-direction position sensors 714 are an example of position sensors that detect the position of the prize acquisition unit 6, that is, the coordinates of a predetermined point on the movement path of the prize acquisition unit 6. The X-direction origin sensor 715, together with the Y-direction origin sensor 725 described later, is a sensor that detects the standby position of the prize acquisition unit 6 as the origin. By obtaining the origin coordinates, the coordinate space (XYZ space) where the prize acquisition unit 6 is located can be determined. Here, the standby position of the prize acquisition unit 6 is above the front end of the game space S. Also, the standby position of the prize acquisition unit 6 is the position designated by the administrator of the prize acquisition game device 1 by manually moving the prize acquisition unit 6.

[0118] The three X-direction position sensors 714 are sensors that detect the X coordinates of points on the movement path of the prize acquisition unit 6. The two dogs 716 are provided at both ends of the X-direction movement range of the prize acquisition unit 6. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ These are the detected pieces. These two dogs 716 allow the prize acquisition unit 6 to move within the range of movement in the X direction. It can be moved inside.

[0119] The second drive unit 72 includes a second rail 721 and a second drive unit provided on one end of the second rail 721. A second encoder 723 detects the rotation state of motor 722 and the second motor 722, and Y-direction origin sensor 725 and three Y-direction position sensors are provided along the longitudinal direction of rail 721. It has a placement sensor 724 and dogs 726 provided at both ends of the second rail 721. The second drive unit 72 is provided at both ends of the second rail 721, and the rails 342 of the support unit 34 A roller 727 for movable attachment to the first rail 711, and a roller 727 for movable attachment to the first rail 711. It has a mounting portion 728 for that purpose.

[0120] The second rail 721 is used for attaching the roller 727 and the rail 342 of the support part 34, and the mounting part 7 With the attachment of 28 and the first rail 711, the support portion 34 and the first drive are positioned along the depth direction. It is provided so as to be movable relative to the moving part 71. Note that the longitudinal direction of the second rail 721 Since it is provided parallel to the prize support surface 401, the longitudinal direction of the second rail 721 However, the longitudinal direction of the second rail 721 corresponds to the Y direction of movement of the prize acquisition unit 6.

[0121] The second motor 722 drives the third drive unit 73 and the first drive unit 71 to the second rail 721 (that is, By moving along the Y direction, the prize acquisition unit 6 attached to the third drive unit 73 is moved. This configuration enables movement in the Y direction. The second encoder 723 controls the rotation of the second motor 722. By detecting the state (for example, the amount of rotational movement or angle of the second motor 722), prize acquisition is possible. The configuration detects the distance that unit 6 has moved in the Y direction. Using a simpler configuration, it is possible to accurately detect the distance the prize acquisition unit 6 has moved in the Y direction. can.

[0122] The Y-direction origin sensor 725 and the three Y-direction position sensors 724 determine the position of the prize acquisition unit 6. In other words, this is an example of a position sensor that detects the coordinates of a predetermined point on the movement path of the prize acquisition unit 6. The Y-direction origin sensor 725, along with the X-direction origin sensor 715, is in standby mode for the prize acquisition unit 6. This sensor detects position with the origin as the base. The three Y-direction position sensors 724 are located in the prize acquisition unit. This is a sensor that detects the Y coordinate of a point on the movement path of 6. The two dogs 726 are the prize acquisition unit. These are the detection pieces provided at both ends of the Y-direction movement range of 6. These two dogs 726 The prize acquisition unit 6 can move within its range of motion in the Y direction.

[0123] The third drive unit 73 consists of the main body 730 and a support unit 731 that supports the prize acquisition unit 6 so that it can be raised and lowered. It has, and

[0124] As shown in Figure 23, the support section 731 consists of four pipes 7311, which progressively decrease in diameter. This is an expansion joint formed by fitting together parts 7312, 7313, and 7314 in an interlocking manner so that they can slide freely. Pipes 7311, 7312, 7313, and 7314 have strips provided on their respective circumferential surfaces. The engagement between the 7315 and the groove 7316 prevents them from rotating and from falling out. It is done. Also, the support portion 731 is provided above the upper end portion 733 of the pipe 7311. It has 0 and a lower end portion 7350 provided below the pipe 7314. The support portion 731 is The connection between the upper end portion 7330 and the housing of the main body portion 730, and the connection between the lower end portion 7350 and the prize acquisition portion 6. The prize acquisition unit 6 is attached to the third drive unit 73 via a connection with the attachment unit 62.

[0125] When the prize acquisition unit 6 is positioned on a predetermined surface 601, pipes 7311, 7312, 7313 The weight of 7314 is applied to the prize acquisition unit 6. Meanwhile, the approach movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 progresses. Consequently, the stopper 7315 of pipe 7312 reaches the lower end of the groove 7316 of pipe 7311. By doing so, the weight of pipe 7312 is supported by pipe 7311, followed by pipe 73 The weight of 13 is supported by pipe 7312, and then the weight of pipe 7314 It will be supported by pipe 7313.

[0126] As shown in Figures 22 and 24, the main body 730 is provided inside the housing of the main body 730. The winding and unwinding unit 732 attached to the prize acquisition unit 6, and the winding and unwinding unit 732 It has a cut wire 734 and

[0127] The winding and unwinding section 732, as shown in Figures 22 and 24, includes a third motor 733 and, as shown in the figure, The reduction gear section, the wire winding pulley 735, the Z-direction movement stop section 737, and the biasing It has a force adjustment section 739 and a third motor 733, via the reduction of the reduction gear section, wire By rotating the winding pulley 735 forward or backward, the wire 734 is unwound or wound. This is achieved by unwinding or winding the wire 734. The designated prize acquisition unit 6 can move closer or further away in the Z direction. As the length of the wire 734 changes due to unwinding or winding, the support portion 731 moves in the Z direction. It expands and contracts.

[0128] The Z-direction movement stopping unit 737 is stopped when the main body 60 moves closer, and the bottom 67 of the main body 60 moves When the prize is brought into contact with the main body and pressed against it with a predetermined pressure, the main body 60 moves in the Z direction, that is This configuration is for stopping approaching or upward movement. The Z-direction movement stopping unit 737 is A rotating shaft 7371 and a swinging arm 7372 that can swing around the rotating shaft 7371 A Z-direction dog is provided at one end of the swinging arm 7372 and swings together with the swinging arm 7372. 7373 and a tension pulley 7374 rotatably supported on the oscillating arm 7372, The tension pulley 7374 is pressed against the wire 734, and the prize acquisition unit 6 is suspended. A coil spring 7375 biases the swing arm 7372 in the upward direction, and moves toward the Z direction ( An approach stop sensor 7376 for stopping downward movement, and a sensor for stopping upward movement in the Z direction. It has an upward stopping sensor for this purpose.

[0129] The wire 734 is wound at one end by the wire winding pulley 735 of the winding and unwinding section 732. The other end is extended from the tension pulley 7374 of the Z-direction movement stop section 737. Then, it passes inside the pipes 7311, 7312, 7313, and 7314 of the support section 731. It is arranged in this way. Also, at the other end of wire 734, there is a pipe 7314 as shown in Figure 23. A cylindrical connecting part 738 that can move up and down is provided inside. The wire 734 is connected to the connecting part 73 It is fixed to the mounting part 62 of the prize acquisition unit 6 via 8. In this way, the prize acquisition unit 6 It is installed to be suspended by wire 734.

[0130] The biasing force adjustment section 739 is suspended by a coil spring 7375, as shown in Figures 22 and 24. This configuration is for changing the biasing force in the upward direction. The biasing force adjustment section 739 is a movable retaining plate The components include member 7391, adjustment knob 7392, and knob support member that supports the adjustment knob 7392. It has 7394 and

[0131] The movable retaining plate member 7391 is a plate-shaped member that is rotatably attached to the dog rotation shaft 7371. It is a component and is positioned so that the end of the coil spring 7375 abuts against it. Here, The spring 7375 has one end hooked onto the swing arm 7372 for fixation, and the other end is a movable restraint. It is hooked onto the plate member 7391. Therefore, movement is restricted around the dog rotation axis 7371. When the plate member 7391 is rotated, the biasing force of the coil spring 7375 changes according to the amount of rotation, that is, Next, press the tension pulley 7374 against the wire 734, and the prize acquisition unit 6 The strength of the biasing force when biasing the swinging arm 7372 in the lifting direction changes.

[0132] The adjustment knob 7392 is a component for changing the angle of the movable retaining plate member 7391. It has a screw portion that displaces the position of the tip portion 7393 according to the amount of rotation. It contacts the outer surface of the movable retaining plate member 7391 and presses against the repulsive force of the coil spring 7375. It is designed to be attached.

[0133] Furthermore, the adjustment knob 7392 is attached to the knob support member 7 of the housing of the main body 730. 394 preferably provides rotatable support at two points. Adjustment knob 7392 The Mami unit is located on the outside of the casing of the main unit 730, so the administrator can access the casing of the main unit 730. Since the adjustment knob 7392 can be operated by pinching the knob part from the outside, the biasing force can be changed. It is easy to do. Also, according to the adjustment knob 7392 which consists of a screw mechanism, the coil spring 7375 The biasing force can be changed steplessly.

[0134] When the adjustment knob 7392 is turned forward, the tip portion 7393 moves forward, the movable retaining plate member 73 As shown in Figures 27 and 28, 91 is pushed in, and the biasing force of the coil spring 7375 increases. This results in a "strong spring" state. Therefore, the swinging arm 737 moves in the direction of lifting the prize acquisition unit 6. As a result of the increased biasing force of the coil spring 7375 that biases 2, the oscillating arm 737 The biasing force acting on the prize acquisition unit 6 itself in the lifting direction via wires 2 and 734 also increases. This will happen.

[0135] On the other hand, when the adjustment knob 7392 is reversed and the tip 7393 is retracted, the movable retaining plate part As shown in Figures 25 and 26, material 7391 returns towards the adjustment knob 7392, and the coil... The biasing force of ne7375 decreases, resulting in a "weak spring" state. In this state, the prize acquisition unit 6 is suspended. The biasing force of the coil spring 7375 that biases the swing arm 7372 in the upward direction decreases. As a result, the oscillating arm 7372 and wire 734 act on the prize acquisition unit 6 itself. This also reduces the biasing force in the lifting direction.

[0136] Furthermore, as a prize acquisition game machine, it is possible to change the shape and size of the prizes, change the layout, and the prizes The size and number of arms 61 can be freely changed in response to changes in the position of the product drop-off port 5. There is a thing. Changing the size or number of arms 61 changes the weight of the prize acquisition unit 6. When the weight of the part 6 changes, the biasing force of the coil spring 7375 can be appropriately changed. The force applied to the prize by the prize acquisition unit 6 can be adjusted.

[0137] The approach stop sensor 7376 detects when the main body 60 is moving towards the Z direction dog 737 Based on the detection state of 3, a request can be sent to the control unit 15 to stop the approaching movement of the main unit 60. This is a sensor. Specifically, the main body 60 moves toward the view and the bottom 67 of the main body 60 is in view When not in contact with the product, the downward force acting on the wire 734 in the Z direction is applied to the wire 734. The force used is greater than the upward force in the Z direction. In this case, the downward force in the Z direction acting on wire 734 The force in the direction is due to the weight of the main body 60 and the force of the pipes 7311, 7312, 7313, and 7314. This is the total weight consisting of the weight of the part or the whole, and the weight of some of the cables 64. Wire 7 The upward force acting on 34 in the Z direction is the biasing force in the lifting direction by the coil spring 7375. This is a force. Therefore, the wire 734 is pulled, as shown in Figure 25 or Figure 27. This is the state. In this case, the Z-direction dog 7373 is as shown in Figures 24, 25, and 27. It is located behind the approach stop sensor 7376. Therefore, the approach stop sensor 7376 is located at Z Since the direction dog 7373 can be detected, the control unit 15 can stop the approaching movement of the main unit 60. No stop request is sent. As a result, under the control of the control unit 15, the third motor 733 does not operate. Since the drive to the ear winding pulley 735 continues, the approaching movement of the main body 60 continues.

[0138] On the other hand, when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 comes into contact with the prize and presses the prize with a predetermined pressure, The downward force acting on wire 734 in the Z direction is equal to the upward force acting on wire 734 in the Z direction. It becomes smaller than the force. In this case, the downward force in the Z direction acting on the wire 734 is the main body The weight of 60, and the weight of part or all of pipes 7311, 7312, 7313, and 7314. , and the total weight consists of the weight of some of the cable 64. Meanwhile, acting on wire 734 The upward force in the Z direction is due to the biasing force in the lifting direction by the coil spring 7375 and the prize This is the resultant force consisting of the reaction force to the total weight as described above. Therefore, wire 734 is shown in Figure 2. As shown in Figure 6 or Figure 28, the applied tension is reduced. Due to the action of the spring 7375, the Z-direction dog 7373 moves upward together with the rocking arm 7372. It swings in that direction. Therefore, the approach stop sensor 7376 cannot detect the Z-direction dog 7373. As a result, the control unit 15 sends a request to stop the approaching movement of the main unit 60. Under its control, the drive of the third motor 733 to the wire winding pulley 735 is stopped. Therefore, the approaching movement of the main body 60 stops. Also, immediately after the approaching movement of the main body 60 stops Under the control of the control unit 15, the third motor 733 controls the wire winding pulley 735. When the drive is restarted, the main unit 60 maintains contact between its bottom and the prize, and the main unit 60 To reduce the pressure on the prize to a predetermined value, move along the direction of separation for a first distance. Then it stops.

[0139] The upward stop sensor is located at a predetermined point where the main body 60 is above in the Z direction (for example, the approach start point or This is a sensor for detecting whether or not it has returned to an arbitrary point on a predetermined surface 601. When it is detected that 60 has returned to a predetermined point above in the Z direction, the upward stop sensor controls A request to stop the upward movement of the main body 60 is sent to the control unit 15. As a result, the control unit 15's control As a result, the drive from the third motor 733 to the wire winding pulley 735 is stopped. The upward movement of the main body 60 stops. Meanwhile, the main body 60 returns to a predetermined point above in the Z direction. When the upward stop sensor does not detect that the upward movement has occurred, the control unit 15 detects the approaching movement of the main unit 60. It does not send a stop request. As a result, under the control of the control unit 15, the third motor 733 Since the drive to the wire winding pulley 735 continues, the upward movement of the main body 60 continues. ru.

[0140] In the following description, the drive unit 7 has an X-direction origin sensor 715 and three X-direction position sensors 714. The Y-direction origin sensor 725 and the three Y-direction position sensors 724 are collectively referred to as "position sensors". The first motor 712, the second motor 722, and the third motor are collectively referred to as "motors," and the first Encoder 713 and the second encoder 723 are sometimes collectively referred to as "encoders."

[0141] <Details of the control unit 15> Next, the details of the control unit 15 will be described with reference to Figures 29 to 36. Figure 29 is Figure 30 shows the functional configuration of the control unit 15. Figure 30 shows the usage mode setting by the control unit 15. This is a flowchart of the processing control. Figure 31 shows the main part of the prize acquisition game controlled by the control unit 15. This is a flowchart of the process control. Figures 32 to 35 show steps S10 and S2 of Figure 31. This is a flowchart to explain the details of steps S20, S30, and S50. Figure 36 is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S56 in Figure 35.

[0142] (Functional configuration of the control unit 15) As shown in Figure 29, the control unit 15 includes a storage unit 13, a timer 14, an operation unit 8, and a display. Control board 70 for unit 9, prize acquisition unit 6, lighting unit 35, drive unit 7, and fall detection sensor It is connected to 53. In addition, the control unit 15 acquires prizes via its connection to the control board 70. Each sensor in section 6 and each position sensor, motor, and encoder in the drive unit 7 are connected. In this way, the control unit 15 receives a predetermined amount of play money from the user into the coin slot 10. Upon detecting that money has been deposited or identifying the ID of administrator key K, the above configuration is executed. Start control.

[0143] Specifically, the control unit 15 controls the first button 831 and the second button of the operating unit 8. Movement requests input via the display operation panel 91 of the n832 or the display unit 9, and timer 14 receives the time information acquired by and the data and program stored in the storage unit 13. Based on the ram, the motors of the arm drive unit 63 and drive unit 7 of the prize acquisition unit 6 are driven, Movement of the main body 60 of the product acquisition unit 6 (plane movement and Z-direction movement) and opening and closing movement of the pair of arms 61 The device is made to move and play a prize-winning game. Here, when the main unit 60 moves, the control unit 1 5, for example, performs a plane movement followed by a movement in the Z direction. Also, the control unit 15 controls the scenery In order to output special lighting and sound effects according to the progress of the item acquisition game, the lighting unit 35 and the speaker It performs output control for devices such as jacks.

[0144] Furthermore, the control unit 15 controls the position sensors of the drive unit 7, the fall detection sensor 53, and the arm drive unit 6 3. Opening degree sensor 635, insertion detection sensor 96 of the administrator key identification unit 93 of the display unit 9, and multiple prize acquisition units 6 moved by the second method, transmitted from timer 14 The system receives the play information for each of the items in (i), or the movement information of the prize acquisition unit 6 that has been moved by the first method. It can then be stored in the storage unit 13.

[0145] Here, play information includes movement information and play history corresponding to each play. Movement information The first method described above and obtained by each position sensor and each encoder of the drive unit 7. The information is about the past movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the game space S, which was moved by the second method. The play history is obtained by timer 14, including the time each play took place and the fall detection settings. Whether or not a prize was obtained for each play acquired by Nsa53, and whether or not one prize was obtained. This includes the number of consecutive plays performed and the number of prizes obtained through consecutive plays.

[0146] Furthermore, the control unit 15 determines the contact state between the prize acquisition unit 6 and the prize or prize support unit 40 based on the condition of contact between the prize acquisition unit 6 and the prize or prize support unit 40. , a first pressure adjustment that adjusts the pressure on the prize or prize support part 40 by the arm 61, or the main body A second pressure adjustment can be performed to adjust the pressure on the prize by part 60. The control unit 15, When the arm 61 of the prize acquisition unit 6 moves beyond a predetermined threshold, the first pressure adjustment is performed. Furthermore, when the bottom of the main body 60 presses the prize with a predetermined pressure, the control unit 15 will activate the second pressure Adjustments are made. The first pressure adjustment is performed by stopping the approaching movement of the main body 60, thereby adjusting the pressure on the arm 61. This is an adjustment to reduce the pressure on the prize or the prize support part 40. The second pressure adjustment is this After stopping the approaching movement of the body part 60, the main body part 60 is moved a first distance along the direction of separation. This adjustment, which involves stopping the unit after it has been started, is intended to reduce the pressure on the prizes caused by the main unit 60. .

[0147] Furthermore, the control unit 15 maintains contact between the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize, depending on the type of prize. While holding, the first distance is determined so as to reduce the pressure that the main body 60 exerts on the prize to a predetermined value. It is possible.

[0148] (Controlled by the control unit 15) Next, referring to Figures 1 and 30 to 36, the prize acquisition game by the control unit 15 is described. An example of control to the following will be explained in detail. Note that depending on the settings, the control unit 15 will be different It is possible to control the item acquisition game.

[0149] The control unit 15 performs the usage mode setting process (i.e., setting management mode or player mode). After performing the above steps, the main method for conducting the prize acquisition game in the set usage mode is to Execute the process.

[0150] First, the process of setting the usage mode by the control unit 15 will be explained with reference to Figure 30.

[0151] In the usage mode setting process, the control unit 15 first reads the administrator key identification unit 93's reading board. Based on whether or not a message was sent from 95, it is determined whether or not the administrator key ID has been identified ( Step S1). If it is determined that the administrator key ID has been identified (YES in Step S1) The control unit 15 determines whether or not a transmission has been made from the insertion detection sensor 96 of the administrator key identification unit 93. (Step S2). If it is determined that there is a transmission from the insertion detection sensor 96 (Step S If YES to 2, the control unit 15 starts the setting process for the left set of the prize acquisition game device 1. (Step S3). Then, the control unit 15 determines whether or not the management mode has been set. (Step S5). If it is determined that management mode has been set (YES in Step S5), The control unit 15 activates the management mode (step S6) and completes the usage mode setting process. ru.

[0152] On the other hand, if it is determined that the administrator key ID has not been identified (NO in step S1), The control unit 15 returns the process to step S1. It determines that there is no transmission from the insertion detection sensor 96. If (step S2 NO), the control unit 15 will set the right side of the prize acquisition game device 1. The configuration process is initiated (step S4). If it is determined that the management mode is not set. (Step S5 NO), the control unit 15 activates player mode (Step S7), The usage mode setting process will be terminated.

[0153] Next, the main processing by the control unit 15 will be explained with reference to Figures 31 to 36.

[0154] (Step S10) First, the control unit 15 performs an initialization process (step S10).

[0155] In step S10, as shown in Figure 32, the control unit 15 first controls the prize acquisition unit 6 Determine whether the origin position has been set (step S11). The origin position of the prize acquisition unit 6 is If it is determined that the setting has been made (YES in step S11), the control unit 15 will perform the following actions on the prize acquisition unit 6. Determine whether a movement range has been set (step S13). If the movement range of the prize acquisition unit 6 is If it is determined that the setting has been made (YES in step S13), the control unit 15 will... It is determined whether the prize insertion position has been set (step S15). Prize insertion by the prize acquisition unit 6 If it is determined that the input position has been set (YES in step S15), the control unit 15 initializes Terminate the process.

[0156] On the other hand, if it is determined that the origin position of the prize acquisition unit 6 has not been set (step S11) NO), the control unit 15 displays the origin setting instruction on the display operation panel 91 (step S1 2) In this case, the administrator manually collects the prizes using the first method based on the origin setting instructions. The prize acquisition unit 6 can be moved to the standby position. When the prize acquisition unit 6 stops in the standby position, The X-direction origin sensor 715 and Y-direction origin sensor 725 of the moving unit 7 are located in the standby position of the prize acquisition unit 6. The coordinates of the position are obtained and transmitted to the control unit 15. Then, the control unit 15 uses the standby position as the origin. After setting the information and storing it in the storage unit 13, the process proceeds to step S13.

[0157] Similarly, if it is determined that the movement range of the prize acquisition unit 6 is not set (step S13 (NO), the control unit 15 displays the movement range setting instruction on the display operation panel 91 (step (P S14). In this case, the administrator, based on the instructions for setting the range of movement, will use the first method. The prize acquisition unit 6 can be moved along the desired range of movement. And the drive unit 7 X-direction position sensor 714, Y-direction position sensor 724, first encoder 713, and second The encoder 723 acquires the coordinates of points along the movement path and transmits them to the control unit 15. Then, The control unit 15 stores the movement range information in the storage unit 13 and then proceeds to step S15. .

[0158] Also, if it is determined that the prize insertion position of the prize acquisition unit 6 is not set (step S1 5) NO), the control unit 15 displays the prize insertion position setting instruction on the display operation panel 91. Step S104). In this case, the administrator, based on the instructions for setting the prize insertion location, proceeds as follows: By law, the prize acquisition unit 6 can be manually moved to the desired prize insertion position. The drive unit 7 includes an X-direction position sensor 714, a Y-direction position sensor 724, and a first encoder 713. The second encoder 723 acquires the coordinates of a point on the movement path and transmits them to the control unit 15. Then, the control unit 15 stores the prize insertion position information in the storage unit 13 and performs an initialization process. Terminate the process.

[0159] (Step S20) Returning to the explanation of Figure 31, if a play mode is selected during the usage mode setting process, The control unit 15 performs the process of determining if the person is the same (step S20).

[0160] In step S20, the control unit 15 first opens the current play as shown in Figure 33. The play information regarding the start time is acquired and stored in the storage unit 13 (step S21), and then, The time interval between the start time of this play and the end time of the previous play stored in storage unit 13. The play information regarding the interval is calculated and stored in the storage unit 13 (step S22). Next, control Section 15 asks whether the acquired time interval is less than or equal to a predetermined time interval (for example, 60 seconds). Determine (step S23). If it is determined that the time interval is less than or equal to a predetermined time interval (step S If YES to 23, the control unit 15 determines that both plays were made by the same person and the previous play Play information or play information linked to the previous play session, the same play The process of determining if the person is the same person is terminated by linking it to "Ya" (step S24).

[0161] On the other hand, if it is determined that the predetermined time interval has been exceeded (NO in step S23), the control unit 15 The system determines that both plays were made by different people and uses the play information from the previous play or the previous play The play information linked to Ray's play information will not be linked to the same player (step S25), terminate the process of determining if the person is the same.

[0162] (Step S30) Returning to the explanation of Figure 31, the control unit 15 then performs the surface movement process of the prize acquisition unit 6 (step (P S30).

[0163] In step S30, as shown in Figure 34, the control unit 15 first controls the prize acquisition unit 6 Movement in the X direction is performed. Specifically, the control unit 15 controls the first button 831 pressed by the player. Determine whether a button has been pressed (step S31). If the player has pressed the first button 831 If it is determined that (YES in step S31), the control unit 15 will notify the first button 831 Based on the operation signal, the first motor 712 was operated to position it in the standby position (home). The prize acquisition unit 6 is started to move in the X direction (step S32). Next, the control unit 15, Based on the movement limit detection signal from the dog 716 in the X direction, the prize acquisition unit 6 moves within the movement range in the X direction. It is determined whether or not it has moved to the limit position of the enclosure (step S33). The prize acquisition unit 6 moves in the X direction. If it is determined that the movement has not reached the limit of the range of movement in the direction (NO in step S33) The control unit 15 determines whether or not the player has released the press of the first button 831. (Step S34). When it is determined that the player has released the press of the first button 831. If the result is positive (YES in step S34), the control unit 15 stops the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the X direction. (Step S35). After step S35 is performed, the prize acquisition unit 6 stops moving in the X direction. It is located at the position, i.e., the point of change of direction. The control unit 15 then controls the position sensor of the drive unit 7 and The system then acquires the play information transmitted by the encoder, specifically the coordinate information of the direction change point. Then, store it in the storage unit 13 (step S36).

[0164] Next, the control unit 15 causes the prize acquisition unit 6 to move in the Y direction. Specifically, the control unit 1 Step 5 determines whether the player has pressed the second button 832 (step S37). If it is determined that Layer has pressed the second button 832 (YES in step S37) The control unit 15 operates the second motor 722 based on the operation signal from the second button 832. This causes the prize acquisition unit 6 located at the point of change of direction to begin moving in the Y direction (step S38). Next, the control unit 15, based on the movement limit detection signal from the dog 726 in the Y direction, The acquisition unit 6 determines whether it has moved to the limit position of its movement range in the Y direction (step S3). 9) If it is determined that the prize acquisition unit 6 has not moved to the limit of its movement range in the Y direction. (Step S39 NO), the control unit 15 resolves the pressing of the second button 832 by the player. Determine whether it has been removed or not (step S40). Press of the second button 832 by the player. If it is determined that the condition has been released (YES in step S40), the control unit 15 will execute the prize acquisition unit 6 Stop the movement in the Y direction (step S41). After step S41 is performed, acquire the prize. Unit 6 is located at the stopping position of movement in the Y direction, i.e., the approach starting point. And the control unit 15 , play information transmitted by the position sensor and encoder of the drive unit 7, namely, approach The coordinate information of the starting point is obtained and stored in the storage unit 13 (step S42), and the surface movement process is completed. To complete.

[0165] On the other hand, in the above plane movement process, it is determined that the player has not pressed the first button 831. If this occurs (NO in step S31), the control unit 15 proceeds to step S37. Prize If the acquisition unit 6 determines that it has moved to the limit position of its movement range in the X direction (step S33) If the answer is YES, the control unit 15 proceeds to step S35. The player presses the first button 8 If it is determined that button 31 has not been released (NO in step S34), the control unit 15 The process returns to step S33. It is determined that the player has not pressed the second button 832. If this occurs (NO in step S37), the control unit 15 terminates the surface movement process. Prize acquisition unit If it is determined that 6 has moved to the limit of its movement range in the Y direction (YE in step S39) S) The control unit 15 proceeds to step S41. The player presses the second button 832. If it is determined that the button has not been released (NO in step S40), the control unit 15 processes Return to step S39.

[0166] (Step S50) Returning to the explanation of Figure 31, after the surface movement process of the prize acquisition unit 6 is completed, the control unit 15 will... The prize acquisition process of acquisition unit 6 is performed (step S50).

[0167] In step S50, as shown in Figure 35, the control unit 15 first controls the prize acquisition unit 6 The control unit 15 performs approaching movement, opening and closing movement of arm 61, and pressure adjustment. Specifically, the control unit 15 The arm drive unit of the prize acquisition unit 6 is activated to bring the pair of arms of the prize acquisition unit 6 at the approach starting point. The control unit 15 opens the third motor 61 to the set opening (step S51). Then the control unit 15 controls the third motor Activate 733 to start the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the downward direction in the Z direction, i.e., approach movement. (Step S52). Next, the control unit 15 receives the arm from the opening sensor 635. 61 detects when it moves beyond a predetermined threshold due to contact with the prize or the prize support part 40. Determine whether or not there is a detection signal in the case of (step S53). Detection from the opening sensor 635 If it is determined that there is a signal (YES in step S53), the control unit 15 will use the arm 61 Perform a first pressure adjustment to reduce the pressure on the prize or the prize support part 40 (Step S5) 5) In step S55, the control unit 15 stops the approaching movement of the prize acquisition unit 6. Then, the control unit 15 activates the arm drive unit of the prize acquisition unit 6 to move the pair of arms 61 By closing the device, the device performs the action of grasping the prize (step S57).

[0168] Next, the control unit 15 moves the prize acquisition unit 6 to the prize insertion position. Specifically, After closing the pair of arms 61, the control unit 15 activates the third motor 733. The prize acquisition unit 6 is made to move upward in the Z direction, i.e., to move away from it (step S58). Next, the control unit 15, based on whether or not there is a request from the upward stop sensor to stop the upward movement, The prize acquisition unit 6 determines whether it has moved to the limit of its movement range in the Z direction (step S59). If it is determined that there is a request from the upward stop sensor to stop the upward movement (step S 59 (YES), the control unit 15 stops the upward movement (away movement) of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the Z direction. (Step S60). Next, the control unit 15 controls the second motor 722 and the first motor 7 12 are operated sequentially to move the prize acquisition unit 6 toward the prize insertion position (step S61 ). In step S61, the control unit 15 controls the movement of the prize acquisition unit 6 in the Y direction and the movement in the X direction. The control unit 15 then determines whether the prize acquisition unit 6 has reached the prize insertion position. The prize acquisition unit 6 determines that the prize has reached the prize insertion position (step S62). Step S62 (YES), the control unit 15 activates the arm drive unit of the prize acquisition unit 6, The pair of arms 61 are opened and then closed (step S63).

[0169] Here, if the pair of arms 61 grasp the prize in step S57, step S In 63, the pair of arms 61 open, causing the prize to fall into the first drop-off opening 51. If an item falls, the prize passes through the second drop-off opening 52 and is temporarily stored in the prize storage section 11. It is accepted. Also, when the prize passes through the second drop opening 52, it is detected by the drop detection sensor 53. It is detected. Therefore, it is possible to detect whether or not a prize was obtained in each play. And, control Unit 15 is a play based on information about whether or not a prize has been acquired, transmitted by the fall detection sensor 53. The information is acquired and stored in the storage unit 13 (step S64), and the prize acquisition process is terminated. Thus, the control unit 15 terminates the main processing.

[0170] On the other hand, if it is determined that there is no detection signal from the opening sensor 635 (step S53 NO ), the control unit 15 receives a signal from the proximity stop sensor 7376 when the bottom 67 of the main body 60 comes into contact with the prize. Then, it is determined whether or not there is a detection signal when it is detected that the prize is pressed with a predetermined pressure ( Step S54). If it is determined that there is a detection signal from the approach stop sensor 7376 (step (YES of S54), the control unit 15 reduces the pressure on the prize by the main unit 60. 2. Pressure adjustment is performed (step S56). In step S56, the control unit 15 performs the operation shown in Figure 36. As shown, stop the approaching movement of the main body 60 (step S561), then the main body 6 The movement of 0 is initiated (step S562). Next, the control unit 15 controls the main unit 60 It is determined whether or not the object has moved a first distance along the direction of separation (step S563). In the S563, the control unit 15 controls the bottom 67 of the main body 60 and the prize according to the type of prize. While maintaining contact with the prize, the first The distance is determined. If it is determined that the main body 60 has moved a first distance along the direction of separation ( Step S563 (YES), the control unit 15 stops the movement of the main body 60 away from the main body (step (P564), the second pressure adjustment is completed. Meanwhile, the main body 60 moves along the first distance in the direction of separation. If it is determined that the separation has not moved (NO in step S563), the control unit 15 will proceed with the process. Return to step S563.

[0171] Also, if it is determined that there is no request to stop the upward movement from the upward stop sensor (step S5 9) NO), the control unit 15 returns the process to step S59. The prize acquisition unit 6 is at the prize insertion position. If it is determined that the process has not been reached (NO in step S62), the control unit 15 will stop the process. Return to S62.

[0172] (Steps S70, 90, 110) Returning to the explanation of Figure 31. After the prize acquisition process of the prize acquisition unit 6 is completed, the control unit 15 will The prize acquisition unit 6 is moved to the standby position (step S70). After that, the control unit 15 acquires the prize. It is determined whether the prize acquisition unit 6 has arrived at the waiting position (step S90). The prize acquisition unit 6 is in standby position. If it is determined that the position has been reached (YES in step S90), the control unit 15 will end the play. The completion time is obtained and stored in the storage unit 13 (step S110), and the main process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the prize acquisition unit 6 has not arrived at the waiting position (step S90) NO), the control unit 15 returns the process to step S90.

[0173] Prizes for the prize display section 3 of the prize acquisition game device 1 according to the above embodiment The prize support section 40 includes a main body section 41 that directly or indirectly supports the prize, and the main body section 41 It is provided with a connecting part 42 that connects the prize support parts to each other, and the connecting part 42 is A rotating part 43 is rotatably mounted on the body part 41, and while guiding the rotation of the rotating part 43, It has support parts 44 that support the rotating part 43 by sandwiching it from both sides in the thickness direction of the rotating part 43, The rotating portion 43 is a convex or concave portion provided on at least one side of the first surface 431 in the thickness direction. It has a first part 432, and the first support part 45 of the support part 44 faces the first surface 431. The second part 452 is a recess or protrusion provided on the second surface 451 that corresponds to the first part 432. The first part 432 and the second part 452 are rotatably fitted together, and the first part 432 is As the rotating part 43 rotates, a portion maintains its fit with the second part 452, while the other portion moves It is configured to fit into the second part 452 of the prize support part 40. As a result, the screw Without using any additional components, the prize support units can be connected using a simple configuration, improving the productivity of the connection work. It can be improved. Specifically, when using such a configuration to perform the connection work, Compared to using a ji-type connector for communication, the number of parts used for coupling can be reduced. Furthermore, it simplifies the coupling process, reducing the time and cost involved in coupling operations. This makes it possible to improve the productivity of the coupling process.

[0174] Furthermore, in the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, the first section 432 is the first side The second part 452 has a surface 4321 and a second surface 4521 that is in contact with the first surface 4321. When the first surface 431 is viewed from above, the first side surface 4321 and the second side surface 4521 are each The plan view shape is arc-shaped, and the first part 432 has a first side surface 4321 and a second side surface 4 It is provided to be rotatable relative to the second part 452 by sliding along 521. It may be done. As a result, the second part 452 is used as a configuration that guides the rotation of the first part 432. This allows for a simplification of the configuration of the connecting section 42.

[0175] Furthermore, in the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, among the support sections 44, 1. The support portion 45 includes an opening 47 that opens to the outer peripheral surface 411, which is the side surface of the main body portion 41. Having space S2, the rotating part 43 has a first surface 431 that intersects with the outer peripheral surface 411, and rotates It is arranged within the storage space S2 so that it is possible to enter and exit the storage space S2 through the opening 47. This is also good. As a result, the rotating part 43 can easily move in and out of the housing space S2.

[0176] In the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, the opening 47 is located in the other prize support section When positioned to communicate with the opening 47 of 40, the second side surface 4521 of the second part 452 The plan view shape and the plan view shape of the second side surface 4521 of the second part 452 of the other prize support part 40 are the same. They may be configured to be located on two circumferences. As a result, the connection between the prize support parts is smooth. Furthermore, it can be carried out stably.

[0177] Furthermore, in the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, the first section 432 and the second section On the opposing surfaces of 452, there is a first bottom stop, which is an example of a first stopper that is a convex portion. P435 and the first side stopper 436, and a second bottom stopper 45 which is an example of a second stopper. 5 and a second side stopper 456 are provided, and a first bottom stopper 435 and a first side Of the surface stopper 436, the second bottom surface stopper 455, and the second side surface stopper 456, The stoppers corresponding to each of them come into contact with each other due to the rotation of the rotating part, and the first part 432 It may be provided to stop the rotation of part 452. As a result, a simple configuration Using this, the rotation of part 432 can be stopped.

[0178] Furthermore, in the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, the first bottom stopper 43 5 and the first side stopper 436, the second bottom stopper 455 and the second side stopper 456 The stopper corresponding to each of these is the other part of the first part 432 which is the other prize support part 4 It may be provided so as to come into contact with part 452 of part 0 when fitted together. As a result, the prize money The connection between the parts can be easily maintained.

[0179] Furthermore, in the prize support section 40 according to the embodiment described above, the storage space S2 is an opening The rotating part 43 has a second opening 48 provided on the side opposite to part 47, and includes the first part 432. It has a main body 430 and a knob 437 for operating the rotation of the main body 430, and the knob 4 37 extends from the main body 430 through the second opening 48 to the outside of the storage space S2 and rotates This causes the first end 4571 and the second end 4572, which are both ends of the second opening 48, to come into contact with each other. It is provided so that it can be done, and the main body 430 has a knob 437 at the first end of the second opening 48 When it comes into contact with part 4571, the entire main body part 430 is housed within the housing space S2, and the knob 43 When 7 abuts against the second end 4572 of the second opening 48, half of the first part 432 is in the accommodating space It is located outside S2 and is configured to fit with the second part 452 of the other prize support part 40. This is also good. As a result, using a simple configuration, the rotation range of the rotating part 43 and the connection between the prize support parts can be controlled. The stability can be adjusted.

[0180] The prize acquisition game device 1 according to the embodiment described above has a game space S Prize display area 3 and one of the above-mentioned prize supporters that support the prizes in the game space S It comprises part 40 and, as a result, without using screws, a simple configuration can be used to give prizes This allows for the connection of the support parts 40 to each other, improving the productivity of the connection work.

[0181] Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and those skilled in the art can adapt to the above-described forms. Even if the design has been modified as appropriate, it is included within the scope of the present invention as long as it retains the features of the present invention. In other words, each element and its arrangement, material, condition, shape, etc. of the above-described embodiment are provided. The terms and conditions are not limited to those exemplified and can be changed as appropriate. Each element of the embodiments described can be combined to the extent technically possible. Combinations of these are also included within the scope of the present invention insofar as they include the features of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0182] 1… Prize acquisition game machine 3…Prize display section 6… Prize Acquisition Department 15…Control Unit 40…Prize support section 41...Main body 42...Connection part 43... Rotating part 44...Support part 45...First support part 47…Opening 48...Second opening 430...Main unit 431...Side 1 432…Part 1 435...First bottom stopper 436...First side stopper 437... Nobu 451…Second side 452…Part 2 455...Second bottom stopper 456...Second side stopper 4321…1st side 4521…Second side 4571...First end 4572…Second end S2... Containment space

Claims

1. A prize acquisition game device comprising: a first prize acquisition game device having a first prize acquisition unit; and a second prize acquisition game device having a second prize acquisition unit arranged in the width direction of the first prize acquisition game device, the prize acquisition game device comprising: A first operating unit for performing operations related to the first prize acquisition game device, A second operating unit for performing operations related to the second prize acquisition game device, The device comprises a third operation unit provided between the first operation unit and the second operation unit in the width direction, for displaying and operating the first prize acquisition game device and the second prize acquisition game device, The third operation unit comprises a first display operation unit for displaying and operating the first prize acquisition game device, a second display operation unit for displaying and operating the second prize acquisition game device, and an administrator operation unit for administrator operation. The first display operation unit and the second display operation unit are physically separated. The administrator control unit comprises a first control unit for activating the management mode of the first prize acquisition game device, and a second control unit for activating the management mode of the second prize acquisition game device. The management mode is a mode used by the administrator to perform at least maintenance on the first prize acquisition game machine and the second prize acquisition game machine, and to configure the first prize acquisition unit and the second prize acquisition unit, respectively. A game machine where you can win prizes.

2. The first and second operating sections are configured to allow the insertion of operating keys. The administrator control unit comprises an identification unit that identifies identification information of the operation key when the operation key is inserted into the first control unit or the second control unit, and a detection unit that detects whether the operation key is inserted into the first control unit or the second control unit, and is configured to activate the management mode of the first prize acquisition game device or the second prize acquisition game device according to the identification result of the identification unit and the detection result of the detection unit. The prize acquisition game device according to claim 1.

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