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112.01.2003 POS Devic e For Slot Machines and Gaming Tables03-065M

Cas ino Ready Technologie s

POS Device for Slot Machines and Gaming Tables_Preliminary Concept Ideas



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



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



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

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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



The Casino Experience_ Slot Machine s

Slot Machines



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



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



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



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



Slot Machine_ _ 2_ 3Concepts D D

2Concept D 3Concept D

Card Swipe

Receipt

Privacy Shroud

LCD

Card Swipe

Receipt

Keypad

LCD



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



The Casino Experience_ Gaming Table s

Gaming Table s



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



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




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




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




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

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Intermediate position

POS Device (Satellite)Docking StationPOS Device (Satellite)

Docking Station



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



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



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



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

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