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112.01.2003 POS Devic e For Slot Machines and Gaming Tables03-065M
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POS Device for Slot Machines and Gaming Tables_Preliminary Concept Ideas
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Content
Introduc tion
Objec tive sDesign Considerations
The Cas ino ExperienceEnvironmentEmotional ContextUser ExpectationsUser Scenario
POS Device Location StudySlot MachinesGaming TablesRecommendations
ConceptsSlot MachinesGaming Tables
Next Steps
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Introduc tion
Projec t Statement
Casino Ready Technologies has applied for patents covering POS equipment that will be installed on slot machines and gaming tables in
casinos. The purpose is to allow gamers to use credit and debit cards without leaving the game in search of an ATM.
In the first phase, GadShaananDESIGN will focus on developing general concept renderings that will be used for patent applications. At this
stage, components will not have been identified/selected. Concepts will only convey general design ideas for an externally mounted device
for slot machines and gaming tables
Projec t Scope
The player will be able to insert a debit or credit card, just like an ATM. When the transaction is approved, the device communicates with the
gaming machine and credits the player. When the user quits the game, any remaining balance will be returned in coins or in the form of an EZ
Pay card.
Produc t Func tionality
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Objectives_ Des ign Cons ide rations
• Make it’s purpose clear
• Be inviting
• Be easy to see without being a distraction to the game
• Be easy to use with an intuitive and abbreviated workflow
• Be adaptable to and compliment various styles and sizes of slot machines and gaming
tables
• Be fun to use
• Leave the user with a positive impression
• Have an appearance that will integrate into the different casino environments
• Provide privacy allowing a discreet and secure transaction\be accessible to the disabled
• Be easy to service and replace without affecting the function of the slot machine (it’s
failure should not impede the functionality of the slot
• Be extremely easy to maintain – simple, simple, simple… .
• Contain ubiquitous parts that will not become obsolete
• Be secure and theft /vandal resistant
fle xible approachable eas y to us eintegrated
friendly
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The Casino Experience
Cas ino Environment
• Colorful
• Loud
• Busy
• Fake
• Lots of lights
• Visually cluttered
• kitsch
• Dynamic
• High Security
• Money is everywhere
• Playful
Emotional Experience
• Exciting
• Festive
• Concentrated / Focused
• Serious
• Strategy
• Obsessive
• Suspicious / On guard
• Under surveillance
Us er Expec tations
2. Accessible
3. Visible
4. Easy to use
5. Quick
6. Secure / Safe
7. Glitch free
8. Discreet
9. Available assistance if required
Us er Scenario
2. User decides to use POS device
3. User familiarizes with device functions
4. User chooses method of payment
5. Swipes card
6. Enters personal info as required
7. Selects amount required
8. Waits for approval
9. Machine is credited and play can resume
* Further analys is is required
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The Casino Experience_ Slot Machine s
Slot Machines
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POS Device Location Study_ Slot Machine s
Pros• Highly Visible• Position would discourage tampering• Does not interfere with handle• Does not obstruct information on the
machine
Cons• May not be accessible for some players• Different top designs may not be suitable
for POS device positioning in this location
• Location may reduce privacy• Not Discreet
Pros• Easily Accessible• Increased privacy• Does not interfere with handle
Cons• Location may facilitate tampering• Reduces machine information /
advertisement space• May require modifications to front of
machine• Must be adapted to each type of
machine
Pros• Highly visible• Adaptable to most machines• Does not interfere with handle• Does not obstruct machine information• Position would discourage tamperingCons• May not be accessible for some
players• Location may reduce privacy• Not as discreet
Pros• Discreet• Easily accessible by all players• Adaptable to most machines
Cons• Could interfere with refreshment
storage area• Door of adjacent machine may be
blocked by placement of POS device when open
• Could be used as cup holder• Could impede handle movement• Location may facilitate tampering• Location is dependant upon space
between machines
Pos ition A
Pos ition B
Pos ition C
Pos ition D
* . * Side Mounted concepts are s hown on right s ide of s lot machine becaus e door hinge is located on the le ft s ide of machine Furthe r analys is is required
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Slot Machine_ _ _ 1, 2POS Device Location Study Pos ition B Concept B B
1Concept B 2Concept B
• Integrated Design• POS device does not protrude from slot machine• Discreet• Will require redesigning front panel
• Integrated Design• POS device will protrude slightly from slot machine• discreet• Will require redesigning front panel
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Slot Machine_ _ _ 3, 4POS Device Location Study Pos ition B Concept B B
3Concept B 4Concept B
• Integrated Design• Discreet• POS device will protrude slightly from slot machine• Could be attached to existing front panel• Different front panel widths must be considered
• Integrated Design• Discreet• POS device will protrude slightly from slot machine• Could be attached to existing front panel
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Hard Wiring to Slot Machine
Slot Machine_ _ _ 1POS Device Location Study Pos ition D Concept D
Vandal Proof Cover
1Concept D 1Concept D
• Universal adaptability• Discreet• Add-on appearance
Key Lock
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Slot Machine_ _ 2_ 3Concepts D D
2Concept D 3Concept D
Card Swipe
Receipt
Privacy Shroud
LCD
Card Swipe
Receipt
Keypad
LCD
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LCD
Card Reader
Keypad
Keypad Board
Power Adaptor
Main Board
Paper Roll
Printer
6.5”
3.5”
6”
Inches
: Note Dimens ions are approximate
Slot Machine_ _ POS Device Location Study Pos ition D Pre liminary Archite c ture
POS Device Housing
RF Module
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The Casino Experience_ Gaming Table s
Gaming Table s
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POS Device Location Study_Gaming Tables_ ( )Concept A Slider
Pros• Players can request credit discreetly • The dealer doesn’t need to handle the unit• Payment never touches the playing table surface
Us er Steps
4. Player slides out the POS Device from under table
5. Player swipes card 6. Player enters amount desired and personal
identification number7. Receipt is printed out from the dealer’s unit
showing approved amount8. Dealer distributes appropriate tokens to the
player along with the receipt9. Player returns POS Device to under table
position
Cons• Requires several devices per table• There is little space between players when
the table is full or near capacity• May not always be clear who requested
credit• Privacy may be difficult since machine is
affixed• Installation to tables is more elaborate due
to the number of machines required• Potential physical hazard (Player’s
legs/knees may contact on the under table
POS device)
Docking Station
POS Device (Open) POS Device (Closed)
Black Jack Table Shown
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POS Device Location Study_Gaming Tables_ ( )Concept B Totem
Pros• Only one unit is required per table • The dealer doesn’t need to handle the unit• Payment unit never touches the playing table
surface• Personal info can be shielded from other players
at the table• Straightforward installation
Us er Steps3. Player get up and goes to the payment unit4. Player swipes card 5. Player enters amount desired and personal
identification number6. Receipt is printed out showing approved amount7. Player gives the receipt to the dealer for
payment8. Player returns to his/her seat9. Dealer distributes appropriate tokens to the
player
Cons• Requires the player to get up form their seat,
resulting in player possibly losing their place• Not discreet• Unsure of available space beside dealer
POS Device
Black Jack Table Shown
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POS Device Location Study_Gaming Tables_ 1 ( )Concept C Sate llite
Pros• Only one unit is required per table • Unit is adaptable to all types of gaming tables• Personal info can be shielded from other players at
the table• Straightforward installation
Us er Steps3. Player requests POS device from dealer4. Dealer places POS device on table5. Player swipes debit or credit card6. Player enters amount desired and personal
identification number7. Receipt is printed out at the docking station beside
dealer showing approved amount8. Dealer retrieves receipt and distributes appropriate
tokens to player along with receipt9. Dealer retrieves POS device and replaces it on it’s
docking station
Cons• Dealer must deliver POS device to player• Unit will sometimes be on the table surface• Unit can be dropped or damaged• Batteries could possibly fail or cause problems• Unit may be in conflict with other devices
located beside dealer
POS DeviceDocking Station
Black Jack Table Shown
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POS Device Location Study_Gaming Tables_ 2 (Concept C Tethered )Sate llite
Pros• Only one unit is required per table • Unit is adaptable to all types of gaming tables• Personal info can be shielded from other players at
the table• Straightforward installation
Us er Steps3. Player requests POS device from dealer4. Dealer places POS device on table5. Player swipes debit or credit card6. Player enters amount desired and personal
identification number7. Receipt is printed out at the docking station beside
dealer showing approved amount8. Dealer retrieves receipt and distributes appropriate
tokens to player along with receipt9. Dealer retrieves POS device and replaces it on it’s
docking station
Cons• Dealer must deliver POS device to player• Unit will sometimes be on the table surface• Unit can be dropped or damaged• Cord will drag on table, disturbing game pieces
POS Device (Tethered Satellite) Docking Station
Black Jack Table Shown
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POS Device Location Study_Gaming Tables_ _ Concept C Gaming Table Adaptability
Concept C is s uitable to be us ed with any type of gaming table
Roule tte Craps
Intermediate position
POS Device (Satellite)Docking StationPOS Device (Satellite)
Docking Station
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Customizable Faceplate
Mounting Frame
Components
Wiring Harness
Gaming Tables_ _ 1 ( )POS Devic e Location Study Concept C Sate llite
Printer Receipt
LCD
Keypad
Card Swipe
Printer Receipt
Keypad
LCD Card Swipe
3Concept C 4Concept C
Privacy Shroud
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Gaming Tables_ _ 2, 3, 4 ( )POS Devic e Location Study Concept C C C Sate llite
Flip up Privacy Shroud
Card Swipe
Keypad
LCD
Docking Station
Satellite POS Device
1Concept C 2Concept C
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Power Adaptor
RF Module
Paper Roll
Printer
7”
8”
3.6”
Inches
: Note Dimens ions are approximate
Printed Circuit Board
Docking Station Housing
LCD
Card Reader
Keypad
Keypad PrintedCircuit Board
Main Printed Circuit Board
POS Device Housing
2.2”
3.5”
3.6”
Gaming Tables_ _ POS Devic e Location Study Pos ition D Pre liminary Archite c ture
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Next Steps
Next Steps
• RESEARCH INTO GAMING INDUSTRY’S REGULATIONS AND PROTOCOLS
• USER NEEDS ANALYSIS AND PRODUCT DEFINITION
• CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
• MODEL DEVELOPMENT
• PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING
• WORKING PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
• FINAL ENGINEERING