Gaming Machine Wireless Interface for Hidden Element Transmission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Casino gaming systems face challenges in enhancing player experience by providing additional game information without compromising security and regulatory compliance, as existing technologies struggle to seamlessly integrate portable electronic devices for revealing hidden game elements during wager-based games.
Innovation Solution
The integration of a gaming machine with a wireless interface that allows communication with portable electronic devices, enabling the transmission of hidden game information, such as additional cards or reels, to these devices, while maintaining security and regulatory compliance through secure data connections and user authentication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If hidden game elements are displayed on the gaming machine display, then player information access is improved, but security and regulatory compliance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The display information is segmented into two parts: visible game elements shown on the gaming machine display and hidden elements transmitted to the portable electronic device. This segmentation allows players to access complete game information through their personal devices without compromising the security of the gaming machine's display system, thereby resolving the contradiction between information accessibility and security compliance.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable electronic device serves as an intermediary between the gaming machine and the player. It receives hidden game elements from the gaming machine via wireless communication and displays them on the player's personal device. This intermediary approach enables complete information access while maintaining security boundaries, as the gaming machine never directly displays hidden elements that would violate regulatory requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If portable electronic devices are integrated for displaying hidden elements, then player engagement is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system leverages the universal functionality of portable electronic devices that players already possess and use for other purposes. By utilizing these existing multi-functional devices for displaying hidden game elements, the system enhances gaming experience without adding dedicated new hardware, thereby minimizing the increase in overall system complexity while maximizing adaptability and player engagement.
3Loss of information
If wireless communication is implemented between gaming machine and portable devices, then information transmission is improved, but security risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The portable electronic device acts as a secure intermediary in the wireless communication chain. It receives encrypted data transmissions from the gaming machine, decrypts them locally, and displays the content. This intermediary architecture improves information transmission efficiency while mitigating security risks, as the gaming machine's sensitive systems are isolated from direct wireless exposure and only communicate with authenticated player devices through controlled protocols.
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AI summary
Gaming machines and methods for transmitting hidden elements to a portable electronic device are described. The gaming machine includes a cabinet, a display, and a user input mechanism. The gaming machine further includes an interface, wherein the interface is configured to wirelessly communicate with a portable electronic device. The gaming machine includes a game controller. The game controller is configured to provide game play of a wager-based game, including generating gaming information including a hidden element. The game controller is further configured to display at least a portion of the gaming information to the player through the display, wherein the hidden element is not displayed. The game controller is configured to facilitate a data connection between the gaming machine and the portable electronic device through the interface. The game controller is further configured to transmit the hidden element to the portable electronic device.