JP6627942B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine.

  Generally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, for example, on the back side, an external terminal board for outputting a signal indicating a state of the gaming machine from the gaming machine to an external device such as a hall computer is provided (for example, Patent Document 1). The signal output from the gaming machine to the external device includes, for example, a signal indicating occurrence of a hit, a signal indicating opening of a door body (inner frame or front frame set) provided in the gaming machine, occurrence of an error state (misconduct) Of the data counter device which is installed for each of the gaming machines on the gaming machine installation island, and which instructs the player on the number of hits of the current day. Used for display etc.

  Further, as described above, there are a plurality of types of information represented by signals output from the gaming machine to the external device, such as occurrence of a hit, occurrence of an error state, and signals indicating various types of information are output through separate wiring. It will be output to the device.

JP 2009-061067 A

  Here, a suitable structure is desired for the external output means such as the external terminal board exemplified above.

  The above-mentioned problem is not limited to the pachinko machine, but also applies to other gaming machines such as slot machines.

  The present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems and the like, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine having a structure suitable for external output means.

The gaming machine of the present invention,
A main unit having a plug-in portion into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal unit provided corresponding to the insertion unit and transmitting a predetermined electric signal to wiring from the external device,
A holding state that can be displaced with respect to the main body, and that can hold the wire inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows insertion and removal of the wiring with respect to the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
In a gaming machine including an external output unit provided with a plurality of the terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operation unit,
The external output means is provided such that a plurality of the operation means are arranged in the left-right direction of the gaming machine,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
Among the operating means provided so as to be arranged in the left-right direction of the gaming machine, the operating part of the first operating means and the operating part of the second operating means have positions in a direction intersecting with the left-right direction of the gaming machine. Is configured to shift
The operation unit of the second operation unit when not operated is located behind the operation unit of the first operation unit when not operated , and
The external output means is electrically connected to a relay board electrically connected to predetermined control means,
The relay board has an opening penetrating in its own thickness direction,
The main body is made of a transparent material,
The external output means is attached to the game machine so as to cover the opening of the relay board .

  The gaming machine may be a pachinko machine.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine having a suitable structure in the external output means.

It is a front view showing the pachinko machine in one embodiment. It is a perspective view showing a pachinko machine. It is a perspective view which shows the state which opened the inner frame and the front frame set. It is a front view showing composition of an inner frame, a game board, etc. It is a rear view showing the configuration of the pachinko machine. It is a perspective view which shows the state which opened the inner frame, the back pack unit, etc. It is the front view which looked at the external terminal board from the back side of the pachinko machine. It is the front view which looked at the external terminal board from the front side (mounting surface side) of the pachinko machine. It is a bottom view of an external terminal board. It is a partial perspective view of an external terminal board. It is a side view of an external terminal board. It is a side view of an external terminal board. It is sectional drawing of an external terminal board. It is a perspective view of a 1st operation member. It is a perspective view of a 2nd operation member. It is a perspective view of a terminal member. It is a perspective view of a relay board. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a circuit configuration of an external terminal board and a relay board. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a main electrical configuration of the pachinko machine. It is an explanatory view showing an outline of various counters used for game control. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a main process performed by a main control device. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a normal process performed by a main control device. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flow chart which shows NMI interruption processing. It is a flowchart which shows a start winning process. It is a flowchart which shows a through gate passage process. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a first display control process. It is a flowchart which shows a variable display setting process. It is a flowchart which shows determination information setting processing. (A), (b) is explanatory drawing which shows various table structures. It is a flowchart showing a variable winning device control process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd display control process. It is a flowchart which shows a trigger corresponding unit control process. It is a flowchart which shows a reception interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows the main processing of a payout control apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a command determination process.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter, simply referred to as “pachinko machine”) will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Here, FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 10, FIG. 2 is a perspective view, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a state in which the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14 are opened. FIG. 4 is a front view showing the configuration of the inner frame 12, the game board 30, and the like. FIG. 5 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 10, and FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a state in which the inner frame 12, the back pack unit 203 and the like are opened. However, in FIG. 3, for convenience, nails and accessories arranged on the surface of the game board 30, a glass unit 137 attached to the front frame set 14, and the like are omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 3 and the like, the pachinko machine 10 includes an outer frame 11 constituting an outer shell of the pachinko machine 10, and an inner frame 12 is supported on one side of the outer frame 11 so as to be openable and closable. .

  As shown in FIG. 6 and the like, the outer frame 11 has an upper frame forming portion 11a and a lower side frame forming portion 11b formed of a wooden plate, and a left side frame forming portion 11c and a right side frame forming portion 11d are formed of an aluminum alloy by extrusion molding. These frame components 11a to 11d are assembled into a rectangular frame as a whole by detachable fasteners such as screws.

  An upper hinge 81 and a lower hinge 82 are attached to the upper and lower ends of the left side frame forming portion 11c, respectively (see FIG. 1). The upper and lower portions of the inner frame 12 are rotatably supported by the upper hinge 81 and the lower hinge 82, so that the inner frame 12 can be opened and closed. Then, the inner frame 12 and the like are accommodated in a space formed inside the outer frame 11.

  Further, the right side frame forming portion 11d is formed with an extending wall portion 83 protruding inward of the outer frame 11 from the vicinity of the rear end in the width direction. The extension wall portion 83 covers the entire upper and lower sections corresponding to the locking device 600 (see FIG. 6) provided on the right side rear side of the inner frame 12 from the rear side of the inner frame 12 (see FIG. 5). In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, a pair of upper and lower receiving portions 84 and 85 to which the locking members of the locking device 600 are locked are provided on the front side of the extension wall portion 83. The lower receiving portion 85 is provided with a pressing portion 86 that comes into contact with an inner frame opening detection switch 92 described later, protruding toward the inner side of the outer frame 11.

  Further, a curtain plate decoration 87 made of resin is attached to the lower side frame forming portion 11b. A rib 88 protruding upward is formed integrally with the back part of the upper surface of the curtain plate decoration 87. This makes it difficult to form a gap with the inner frame 12.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the opening / closing axis of the inner frame 12 is set vertically along the left side when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10, so that the inner frame 12 can be opened forward with this opening / closing axis as the axis. It has become. The inner frame 12 is mainly composed of a resin base 38 having a rectangular outer shape, and a substantially elliptical window hole 39 is formed in the center of the resin base 38.

  A front frame set 14 is attached to the front side of the inner frame 12 so as to be openable and closable. The front frame set 14, like the inner frame 12, can be opened forward with an opening / closing axis set vertically along the left side as viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10 as an axis.

  The front frame set 14 has a rectangular outer shape similar to the inner frame 12, and covers almost the entire front side of the inner frame 12 in the closed state. A substantially elliptical window 101 is formed at the center of the front frame set 14. Thereby, the game board 30 (game area) mounted on the rear surface of the inner frame 12 can be visually recognized from the outside via the window 101 of the front frame set 14 and the window hole 39 of the inner frame 12. The detailed configuration of the game board 30 will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 1, on the front side of the front frame set 14, a lower plate 15 as a ball tray is provided at the lower center thereof, and game balls discharged from the discharge port 16 are stored in the lower plate 15. It is possible. Further, on the front side of the lower plate 15, a ball release lever 25 for discharging game balls from the lower plate 15 is provided. In addition, an effect button 125 having a built-in LED is provided on the left side of the lower plate 15. The effect button 125 is provided for the purpose of improving the interest of the player by reflecting the operation of the effect button 125 of the player in various effects and the like. In response, control is performed to change the display content of the decorative symbol display device 42, which will be described later, or to make a corresponding change such as playing a corresponding sound.

  On the right side of the lower plate 15, a game ball firing handle (hereinafter, simply referred to as a handle) 18 protruding toward the user is provided. The handle 18 is provided with a touch sensor (not shown) and an operation amount detection unit (not shown) for detecting the operation amount of the operation unit of the handle 18.

  An upper plate 19 is provided above the lower plate 15. The upper plate 19 is a ball tray for temporarily storing game balls and guiding them toward a game ball launching device (hereinafter, simply referred to as a launching device) 60 as launching means to be described later while aligning them in a line. When the upper plate 19 is full of game balls, the game balls to be paid out are guided to the lower plate 15 via a lower plate communication path 71 and a discharge port 16 described later.

  The upper plate 19 is provided with a ball lending button 121 and a return button 122. Thereby, when the ball lending button 121 is operated in a game hall or the like in a state where a bill or a card is inserted into a card unit (ball lending unit) arranged on the side of the pachinko machine 10, the ball lending button 121 is operated in accordance with the operation. The rental ball is supplied to the upper plate 19. On the other hand, the return button 122 is operated when requesting the return of a card or the like inserted in the card unit. However, a ball lending button 121 and a return button 122 are unnecessary in a pachinko machine in which game balls are directly lent to the upper plate 19 from a ball lending device or the like without using a card unit, that is, a cash machine.

  Further, the upper plate 19 is provided with a ball removal button 123. When the ball release button 123 is pressed, a communication hole (not shown) provided on the downstream side of the ball guide path of the upper plate 19 and communicating with the lower plate 15 is opened and stored in the upper plate 19. The game ball is guided (falls) to the lower plate 15. In other words, the player can move the game ball on the upper plate 19 to the lower plate 15 at any time by operating the ball pullout button 123.

  Further, on the front surface of the front frame set 14, light emitting means such as various lamps are provided around the front surface set. These light-emitting means play a role of enhancing the effect during the game by changing and controlling the light-emitting mode such as lighting and blinking according to a change in the game state at the time of a big hit or a predetermined reach. For example, on the periphery of the window 101, there is provided an annular illuminated portion 102 incorporating a light emitting means such as an LED. Further, on both sides of the ring-shaped illumination unit 102, an error display lamp 104 which is turned on when a predetermined error occurs is provided. In addition, a large number of fine through holes are formed above the error display lamps 104 in the annular illumination part 102 in correspondence with the speakers SP (see FIG. 3) provided on the back of the front frame set 14. .

  On the back side of the front frame set 14, a glass unit 137 is attached. The glass unit 137 is not a conventional pair of front and rear rectangular plate glasses that are separately attached in a front-to-back pair, but has a round shape as a whole and is attached after being assembled.

  Next, the inner frame 12 (resin base 38) will be described with reference to FIG. As described above, the game board 30 is mounted on the inner frame 12 (resin base 38) behind the window hole 39. The game board 30 is attached in a state where its peripheral edge is in contact with the back side of the inner frame 12 (resin base 38). Therefore, a substantially central portion of the front surface of the game board 30 is exposed to the front side of the inner frame 12 through the window hole 39 of the resin base 38.

  In addition, at the lower part of the front surface of the inner frame 12 (resin base 38), that is, at a position below the window hole 39 (game board 30), a launch rail for guiding the launch device 60 and a game ball immediately after being launched from the launch device 60. 61 are attached. In the present embodiment, a solenoid type firing device is adopted as the firing device 60. In addition, a ball feeding device that guides game balls guided from the upper plate 19 to the firing position of the firing device 60 one by one by driving a built-in driving means (for example, a solenoid) above the firing device 60. 63 are provided.

  Next, the configuration of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. The game board 30 includes a general winning opening 31, a variable winning device 32, a starting winning unit (starting opening) 33, a through gate 34, a variable display device unit 35, a first special display device 43L, a second special display device 43R, and the like. It is disposed in a through hole formed by router processing, and is attached from the front side of the game board 30 with a wood screw or the like. As is well known, when a game ball enters (wins) a variety of winning holes such as a general winning opening 31, a variable winning device 32, a starting winning unit 33, etc., it is detected by various detection switches and goes to the upper plate 19 (or the lower plate 15). A predetermined number of prize balls are paid out. For example, if there is a ball in the start winning unit 33, three balls, if there is a ball in the general winning opening 31, ten, if there is a ball in the variable winning device 32, Fifteen game balls are paid out to the upper plate 19 (lower plate 15). In addition, the game board 30 is provided with an out port 36, and game balls that have not won various prize ports such as the general prize port 31 are discharged out of the game area through the out port 36. . In addition, a large number of nails are planted on the game board 30 in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the falling direction of the game ball, and various members (accessories) such as a windmill are provided.

  The starting winning unit 33 is provided on both sides of the upper winning opening 33a (first starting entering unit) and the lower winning opening 33b (second starting entering unit) as starting entrance means, and the lower winning opening 33b. It has a pair of opening and closing members 33c that open and close. The upper winning opening 33a allows a game ball to always enter, while the lower winning opening 33b allows the opening / closing member 33c to open and close according to satisfaction of a predetermined condition, thereby causing a game to flow down the game area. The state can be changed between an open state in which the ball can enter and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter. As will be described later in detail, the starting winning unit 33 includes a first starting winning switch as a condition satisfaction detecting unit (entering ball detecting unit) for detecting a game ball entering the upper winning opening 33a and the lower winning opening 33b, respectively. 224a, and a second start winning switch 224b. When a game ball is detected by the start winning switch 224a, 224b, a winning / non-winning lottery as to whether or not to generate a big hit state is performed, and a special display device is provided. The variable display is performed by 43L and 43R (and the decorative symbol display device 42 described later). Then, when a win is made in the win / fail lottery, a jackpot state (special game state) is given.

  In the present embodiment, the types of the jackpot states include “probable jackpot”, “normal jackpot”, and “special jackpot”. In the jackpot state of “probable change jackpot” and “normal jackpot”, the variable prize device 32 is opened for 30 seconds, or the variable prize device 32 wins eight game balls as one round. Repeated 15 times. On the other hand, in the jackpot state of “special probability change”, the opening of the variable winning device 32 for 0.4 seconds is defined as one round, and this is repeated twice. In other words, the jackpot state of "probable change jackpot" and "normal jackpot" can expect a large increase in game balls, but the jackpot state of "special probability change" has a remarkable number of game balls that can be acquired during the jackpot state. It will be small (the increase in game balls can hardly be expected).

  Furthermore, when a “probable change big hit” or “special certainty change” occurs, a high probability state (probable change mode) is given after the big hit state ends. On the other hand, when the “normal jackpot” occurs, a low probability state (time reduction mode, normal mode) is given after the end of the jackpot state.

  As will be described in detail later, in the present embodiment, a jackpot is awarded when a game ball enters the upper winning opening 33a and a case where the gaming ball enters the lower winning opening 33b, and is won by a winning / rejecting lottery. The assignment of the status type is different. In the case of winning the winning or losing lottery triggered by the entry of a game ball into the winning prize opening 33a, the winning prize is distributed to one of the "probable jackpot", the "normal jackpot", and the "special winning", and the lower prize opening 33b In the case of winning in the winning or losing lottery triggered by the entry of a game ball into, the game is distributed to either the “probable jackpot” or the “normal jackpot”.

  The first and second special display devices 43L and 43R are configured by seven-segment display devices, and are installed to the right of the variable winning device 32. Then, when the game ball enters the upper winning opening 33a of the starting winning unit 33, a switching display (variable display) is performed on the first special display device 43L, and the game ball enters the lower winning opening 33b. , The switching display (variable display) is performed on the second special display device 43R. The display contents of the special display devices 43L and 43R are directly controlled by a main control device 261 as main control means described later.

  In addition, after the variable display is performed on the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R, whether or not it is a big hit is definitely displayed by a display mode (for example, characters) when the variable display is stopped. You. For example, when a game ball wins in the winning prize opening 33a, the corresponding first special display device 43L indicates “−” → “7” → “3” → “2” → “−” →. Switching display (variable display) is performed at high speed (for example, every 4 msec), and after a predetermined time has elapsed, one of the display modes is stopped (for example, stopped for several seconds). Then, when the jackpot lottery is won, any one of “7”, “3”, and “2” is displayed when the fluctuation stops, and a jackpot state occurs.

  Specifically, when “probably variable jackpot” is given, “7” is stopped and displayed on the first or second special display device 43L, 43R, and when “normal jackpot” is given, the first or second special display device 43L, 43R is given. Alternatively, “3” is stopped and displayed on the second special display devices 43L and 43R, and “2” is stopped and displayed on the first special display device 43L when “special probability change” is given (second special display device). "2" is not displayed in 43R).

  Further, when the variable display or the determination display is being performed on one of the first special display device 43L and the second special display device 43R, the other is turned off (“−” is displayed. However, when the variable display and the determination display are not performed in either case, “−” is displayed in both cases.

  In addition, when a new game ball wins the start winning unit 33 during the fluctuation display of the first or second special display device 43L, 43R, the fluctuation display corresponding to that is displayed at the time. After the end of the process. That is, the variable display is on standby (held). The maximum number of the variable display to be held is determined for each model of the pachinko machine. In the present embodiment, the maximum number of the variable display corresponds to the game ball that has won the upper winning opening 33a and the game ball that has won the lower winning opening 33b. Then, up to four variable displays (a total of eight variable displays) are suspended. In addition, the number of times of suspension is lit on the first suspension lamp 46a and the second suspension lamp 46b. If a new game ball wins the start winning unit 33 during the jackpot state, the display of the fluctuation is also suspended.

  Basically, the variable display triggered by the winning in the upper winning opening 33a is stored in the order in which the corresponding game balls enter the upper winning opening 33a, and is digested in the order of entering the ball, and the lower winning opening 33b The variable display triggered by the prize is stored in the order in which the corresponding gaming balls enter the lower winning opening 33b, and is digested in the order in which the balls entered. However, when both the variable display triggered by the winning in the upper winning opening 33a and the variable display triggered by the ball entering the lower winning opening 33b are held (the first holding lamp 46a and the second holding In the case where one or more lamps 46b are turned on), the variable display triggered by entering the lower winning opening 33b is preferentially consumed. That is, the variable display triggered by a prize in the lower winning opening 33b is not performed unless all the variable display triggered by the winning in the lower winning opening 33b is completed. For example, in the state where one first holding lamp 46a is lit, when a game ball enters the lower winning opening 33b, and when one second holding lamp 46b is lit, the ball enters the upper winning opening 33a. The variable display triggered by the event is postponed, and the variable display triggered by the ball entry into the lower winning opening 33b is performed first. Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the variable display triggered by the ball entering the upper winning opening 33a is also referred to as “first variable display”, and the variable display triggered by the ball entering the lower winning opening 33b is referred to as “second variable display”. ".

  The through gate 34 is configured such that game balls flowing down the game area can pass one by one. As will be described in detail later, the through gate 34 includes a through gate switch 225 capable of detecting a game ball passing through the through gate 34, and starts when a game ball is detected by the through gate switch 225. Open lottery is performed to determine whether or not the winning unit 33 is to be in an open state, and a variable display is usually performed on the symbol display device 41. Then, when a win is made in the open lottery, the start winning unit 33 (opening / closing member 33c) is opened for a specified time.

  The variable display device unit 35 includes a normal symbol display device 41 that performs variable display when passing through the through gate 34 and a decorative symbol display device that performs variable display in accordance with the variable display by the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R. 42 are provided. Further, the variable display device unit 35 has a change identification indicating which of the upper winning prize opening 33a and the lower winning prize opening 33b corresponds to the entry of the variable display performed by the decorative symbol display device 42. The lamp 40, the first holding lamp 46a and the second holding lamp 46b, and the holding lamp 44 are provided. In the present embodiment, the special display devices 43L and 43R, the variation specifying lamp 40, and the decorative design display device 42 constitute a variable display device.

  The normal symbol display device 41 is configured to be able to light and display “O” or “X” as a normal symbol. Each time a game ball passes through the through gate 34, for example, the normal symbol is changed from “O” to “X” → Switching display (variation display) is performed at a high speed, such as “○” →. Then, when the fluctuation display is stopped for a few seconds in the symbol “○” (winning symbol), the start winning unit 33 is opened for a predetermined time. The display content of the ordinary symbol display device 41 is directly controlled by a main control device 261 described later.

  In addition, when a game ball newly passes through the through gate 34 during the variable display of the ordinary symbol display device 41, the variable display is performed after the end of the variable display being performed at that time. It has become. That is, the variable display is on standby (held). The maximum number of the variable display to be suspended is determined for each model of the pachinko machine. In the present embodiment, the maximum number of the variable display is suspended up to four times. I have.

  The decorative design display device 42 is configured as a liquid crystal display device, and the display content is controlled by a sub-control device 262 and a display control device 45 as sub-control means described later. That is, in the decorative symbol display device 42, the sub-control device 262 uses the auxiliary control device 262 based on the command from the main control device 261 so as to correspond to the result displayed on the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R. The display contents are determined, and the display is performed by the display control device 45 described later.

  The decorative symbol display device 42 is provided with, for example, three symbol display regions of upper, middle, and lower, and a plurality of types of symbols (numerals) are sequentially displayed (variably displayed) in each symbol display region. The symbols are stopped and displayed in order for each display area (for example, in the order of the upper symbol display area → the lower symbol display area → the middle symbol display area). For example, when the jackpot is determined by the main control device 261, a display corresponding to the jackpot is made on the first or second special display device 43 </ b> L, 43 </ b> R, and a symbol corresponding to the jackpot is displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42. At the same time, the symbols are stopped and displayed (for example, the symbols stopped and displayed in the upper symbol display area, the middle symbol display area, and the lower symbol display area become the same), and the big hit state is started.

  If the symbols are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the jackpot, the same symbol is stopped and displayed in, for example, the upper symbol display area and the lower symbol display area as a preceding stage. As described above, the state in which the same symbol is stopped and displayed in the upper symbol display area and the lower symbol display area and the variable display is still being performed in the middle symbol display area is the reach state.

  If the big hit state does not occur even if the reach state occurs, a symbol different from the symbol stopped and displayed in the upper symbol display area and the lower symbol display area is stopped and displayed in the middle symbol display area. In addition, in the case of “probable change jackpot” or “normal jackpot”, the number of the zigzag line is stopped and displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42 as described above, but in the case of “special change probability”, A predetermined combination of specific numbers (hereinafter, referred to as a chance symbol) is stopped and displayed instead of the slotted eyes (for example, in the upper, middle, and lower symbol display areas, “3”, “4”, “ 1 "is stopped and displayed).

  In addition, the variation specifying lamp 40 includes a blue light emitting LED and a red light emitting LED, and the decorative symbol display device 42 performs a variable display triggered by a ball entering the winning winning opening 33a. It emits blue light when it is touched, and emits red light when the variable display triggered by the ball entry into the lower winning opening 33b is performed.

  In addition, a center frame 47 is arranged in the variable display device unit 35 so as to surround the decorative design display device 42. A ball entrance 151 is provided in the upper part of the center frame 47, and a game ball that has entered the ball entrance 151 is formed inside the center frame 47 and extends along the side of the decorative symbol display device 42. It is guided on a stage 153 formed below the decorative symbol display device 42 via a warp channel 152 extending vertically. The game ball guided on the stage 153 falls from the stage 153 to a front game area, or rolls on the stage 153 and then enters a pocket 154 formed at the center deep side of the stage 153. . Note that the pocket 154 communicates with a guide passage 155 that leads to a game area immediately above the start winning unit 33 (the winning prize opening 33a), and a game ball that has entered the pocket 154 has a relatively high probability. The ball is entered into the starting winning unit 33 (upward winning opening 33a).

  The variable winning device 32 is normally in a closed state in which game balls cannot be won, and is set to an open state in which game balls can be won at the time of a big hit (the occurrence of a special game state).

  The game board 30 includes an inner rail component 51 and an outer rail component 52, and is provided with a rail 50 for guiding a game ball fired from the firing device 60 to an upper portion of the game board 30. Thereby, the game ball fired by the turning operation of the handle 18 is guided into the game area formed between the game board 30 and the glass unit 137 through the shooting rail 61 and the rail 50.

  A return ball preventing member 53 is attached to a tip portion (upper left portion in FIG. 4) of the inner rail component 51. This prevents a situation in which a game ball once guided from the rail 50 to the game area returns to the inside of the rail 50 again.

  In the present embodiment, the outer rail component 52 is interrupted at the upper right portion of the game board 30, and the inner rail component 51 is interrupted at the lower right portion of the game board 30. For this reason, the game area is defined by the rail 50 and the inner peripheral surface of the window hole 39 of the resin base 38. However, since the game ball hit by the launching device 60 may flow backward on the rail 50 until it passes through the return ball preventing member 53, the parallel portions of the inner and outer rail components 51 and 52 are excluded from the game area. I will be.

  As shown in FIG. 3, a ball passage unit 70 is provided below the window 101 on the rear side of the front frame set 14. The ball passage unit 70 includes a lower plate communication path 71 connected from a dispensing mechanism 352 to a discharge port 16 of the lower plate 15 described below, and an upper plate communication passage 73 connected from the dispensing mechanism 352 to the upper plate 19. Further, there is a gap at a predetermined interval between the firing rail 61 provided on the inner frame 12 and the rail unit 50 (outer rail constituting portion 52), and the ball passage unit 70 is provided with a game ball dropped from the gap. A foul ball passage 72 for guiding to the lower plate 15 is formed. Thereby, if the game ball fired from the firing device 60 does not reach the return ball preventing member 53 and returns on the rail 50 as a foul ball, the foul ball is transferred to the lower plate 15 via the foul ball passage 72. Is discharged.

  Reference numeral 67 in FIGS. 3 and 4 denotes a payout passage for guiding the game balls paid out by the payout mechanism 352 described later to the front of the inner frame 12, and the upper plate communication passage 73 (upper plate 19). And a passage leading to the lower plate communication passage 71 (lower plate 15). A shutter 68 is provided below the dispensing passage 67, and when the front frame set 14 is opened, the shutter 68 projects forward by an urging force of a spring or the like to substantially close the outlet of the dispensing passage 67. ing. When the front frame set 14 is closed, the shutter 68 can be pushed open by the rear end of the lower plate communication passage 71 on the entrance side. In addition, the entrances (ball inflow portions) of the lower plate communication passage 71 and the upper plate communication passage 73 are adjacent to each other, and the respective entrances and the discharge passage 67 are separated by a predetermined distance when the front frame set 14 is closed. A game ball can pass through a gap between the two. For this reason, when the upper plate 19 and the upper plate communication passage 73 are full of game balls, the game balls to be paid out flow to the lower plate communication passage 71 side (overflow at the entrance side of the lower plate communication passage 71), and the lower plate connection It is paid out to the lower plate 15 through the passage 71.

  In addition, the ball passage unit 70 is provided with a fullness detection switch (not shown) for detecting a game ball located in the lower plate communication passage 71. The existence of the fullness detection switch grasps that the lower plate 15 is full of game balls (the lower plate 15 is full of game balls and the game balls stay in the lower plate communication passage 71). be able to. In the present embodiment, based on the fact that the game ball is continuously detected for a predetermined time by the fullness detection switch, control such as prohibiting launching of the firing device 60 is performed. It should be noted that, when the stay of the game balls in the lower plate communication passage 71 is eliminated and the game balls are no longer detected by the fullness detection switch (if they are not continuously detected for a predetermined time), the launching of the launching device 60 is permitted.

  Next, the rear configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. On the back of the pachinko machine 10, various control boards are arranged vertically and horizontally so as to partially overlap one another, and further, a game ball supply device (payout mechanism) for supplying game balls. And a protective cover made of resin. The dispensing mechanism and the protective cover are integrated as one unit, and the resin portion is generally referred to as a back pack. Therefore, the unit is herein referred to as a “back pack unit 203”.

  First, the rear configuration of the game board 30 will be described. As shown in FIG. 6, a resin frame cover that covers the center frame 47 from behind is provided on the rear side of the variable display device unit 35 (see FIG. 4) disposed corresponding to the through hole at the center of the game board 30. 213 is provided to protrude rearward. Further, on the back side of the frame cover 213, the decorative pattern display device 42, which is a liquid crystal display device, which faces the front from the opening of the frame cover 213, the display control device 45, and the sub-control device 262 can be attached and detached in a state of being stacked back and forth. Attached to.

  The decorative design display device 42 is housed in a housing box 42 a having an opening for exposing the display portion (liquid crystal screen) of the decorative design display device 42 on the front side of the pachinko machine 10, and the back surface of the frame cover 213. Is fixed to the side. The display control device 45 is accommodated in the substrate box 45a and is fixed to the back side of the decorative design display device 42 (the accommodation box 42a). The sub-control device 262 is housed in the board box 262a and is fixed to the back side of the display control device 45 (board box 45a). In the frame cover 213, an LED control board and the like for driving LEDs and the like built in the center frame 47 are provided. The storage box 42a and the substrate boxes 45a and 262a are made of a transparent resin material or the like, so that the inside is visible.

  Below the frame cover 213, a back frame set 215 is attached to the game board 30 so as to cover the general winning opening 31, the variable winning device 32, the starting winning unit 33 and the like from behind. The back frame set 215 includes a ball collection mechanism for collecting game balls that have won various winning ports (not shown). The game balls collected by the ball collecting mechanism are guided to a discharge passage 217 described later, and are discharged from the discharge chute of the discharge passage 217 to the outside of the pachinko machine 10.

  In the present embodiment, the back frame set 215 functions as a mount for the main control device 261. More specifically, the board box 263 on which the main controller 261 is mounted is rotatably supported by the back frame set 215 and can be opened rearward.

  Main controller 261 is housed in a substrate box 263 made of a transparent resin material or the like. The board box 263 includes a box base and a box cover that covers an opening of the box base, and the box base and the box cover are connected by a sealing member. The substrate box 263 connected by the sealing member cannot be opened without leaving a predetermined mark. Thereby, it can be easily found that the board box 263 has been illegally opened.

  In addition, the game board 30 has a ball detection switch (ball detection means) for detecting a game ball that has entered the various prize ports, corresponding to various prize ports such as a general prize port 31 as a ball entry means. Is provided. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, a winning opening switch 221 is provided at a position corresponding to the general winning opening 31, and a count switch 223 is provided on the variable winning device 32. The start winning unit 33 includes a first start winning switch 224a (first condition establishment detecting means) and a second start winning switch 224b (second condition establishment detection) corresponding to the upper winning opening 33a and the lower winning opening 33b, respectively. Means) are provided. Further, a through gate switch 225 is provided at a position corresponding to the through gate 34.

  Although not shown, the back frame set 215 is provided with a first board relay board that is electrically connected to the winning opening switch 221, the count switch 223, and the through gate switch 225 via a cable connector. . The first board relay board relays the winning opening switch 221 and the like and the main control device 261 as main control means, and is electrically connected to the main control device 261 via a cable connector.

  On the other hand, the start winning switches 224a and 224b for detecting a ball entering the starting winning unit 33 (the upper winning opening 33a or the lower winning opening 33b) are directly connected to the main controller 261 via the connector cable without passing through the relay board. It is connected.

  The detection results detected by the various ball detection switches are taken into main controller 261. Then, a payout command (payout number of game balls) corresponding to the winning situation at each time is transmitted from the main control device 261 to the payout control device 311, and a predetermined number of game balls are output based on an output signal from the payout control device 311. Is carried out (except for the case where it is detected by the through gate switch 225).

  In addition, on the back of the gaming board 30, although not shown, a large winning opening solenoid for opening a big winning opening with the variable winning device 32 is provided, and a pair of opening and closing members 33c are started by the starting winning unit 33. A winning opening solenoid driven to open and close is provided. The back frame set 215 is also provided with a second board relay board (not shown) for relaying these solenoids and the main controller 261.

  Next, the configuration of the back pack unit 203 will be described. As shown in FIG. 5, the back pack unit 203 is obtained by integrating a resin-back pack 351 and a payout mechanism 352 for playing balls. The back pack unit 203 is supported to be openable and closable on the left side (the right side in FIG. 5) of the inner frame 12, and can be opened rearward with an open / close axis extending along the vertical direction as an axis. ing. In addition, an external terminal board 240 is provided at the upper left (the upper right in FIG. 5) of the back pack unit 203.

  The external terminal board 240 is for relaying various information transmissions to a hall computer or the like of a game hall, and is provided with a plurality of external connection terminals. As will be described in detail later, a terminal for outputting information on the current game state (big hit state, high probability state, etc.), opening of the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 detected by opening detection switches 91 and 92 described later. For outputting information relating to various types of error states, such as a terminal for outputting information relating to various kinds of error states such as a ball entry error, a bottom plate full error, a tank empty error, and a payout error, and a number of prize balls paid out from the payout control device 311. Terminals and the like for outputting information are provided.

  The back pack 351 is integrally formed of, for example, ABS resin, and includes a protective cover portion 354 that projects rearward of the pachinko machine 10 and has a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape. The protective cover portion 354 has a shape in which the left and right side surfaces and the upper surface are closed and only the lower surface is open, and has a size sufficient to cover at least the frame cover 213. However, in this embodiment, the protective cover 354 also covers the upper part and the right part (the left part in FIG. 5) of the board box 263 together. Thus, in the closed state of the back pack unit 203, the sealing member provided on the right side of the board box 263 and the terminal section (board-side connector) provided along the upper edge of the main controller 261 are covered. It will be.

  The payout mechanism 352 is disposed so as to bypass the protective cover 354. That is, a tank 355 opened upward is provided above the protective cover portion 354, and game balls supplied from island facilities in the game hall are sequentially supplied to the tank 355. Below the tank 355, for example, a tank rail 356 having two horizontal rows of ball passages and gently inclined toward the downstream side is connected, and a case rail 357 is provided vertically below the tank rail 356. Are linked. The payout device 358 is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail 357, and pays out a required number of game balls appropriately by a predetermined electric configuration such as a payout motor. The game balls paid out from the payout device 358 are supplied to the upper plate 19 and the like.

  In the dispensing mechanism 352, a dispensing relay board 381 for relaying a signal of a dispensing command from the dispensing control device 311 to the dispensing device 358 is installed, and a power switch board 382 for taking in a main power from the outside is installed. I have. Main power of, for example, 24 V AC is supplied to the power switch board 382 via a voltage converter, and the power is turned on or off by a switching operation of the power switch 382a.

  Below the back pack unit 203 (substrate box 263), there is provided a lower frame set 251 that is pivotally supported on the left side (the right side in FIG. 5) of the inner frame 12 and can be opened rearward. As shown in FIG. 6, the lower frame set 251 is formed with a discharge passage 217 into which game balls collected by the above-described ball collection mechanism flow, and a game ball is provided at the most downstream portion of the discharge passage 217. A discharge chute (not shown) for discharging to the outside of the pachinko machine 10 is formed. That is, the game balls that have won each of the winning ports such as the general winning port 31 collect through the ball collection mechanism of the back frame set 215, and are further discharged to the outside of the pachinko machine 10 through the discharge chute of the discharge passage 217. The out port 36 also communicates with the discharge passage 217, and game balls that have not won any of the winning ports are discharged to the outside of the pachinko machine 10 through the discharge chute. In the present embodiment, the back pack unit 203 and the lower frame set 251 are configured as separate bodies and can be opened and closed independently, but the back pack unit 203 and the lower frame set 251 are integrally formed. It is good also as.

  As shown in FIG. 5, on the back side of the lower frame set 251, a payout control device 311, a firing control device 312, a power supply device 313, and a card unit connection board 314 are detachably attached in a state where they are stacked back and forth. Has been.

  The launch control device 312 and the power supply device 313 are housed in the board box 313a and fixed to the back side of the lower frame set 251. Note that the firing control device 312 and the power supply device 313 are described as independent control devices for convenience, but are actually configured by one board (printed board).

  The payout control device 311 is housed in the board box 311a, and is fixed to the back side of the board box 313a (the firing control device 312 and the power supply device 313). The board box 311a in which the payout control device 311 is housed is provided with a sealing member in the same manner as the board box 263 in which the main control device 261 is housed, so that the trace of opening the board box 311a remains. Has become.

  In addition, the card unit connection board 314 is accommodated in the board box 314a, and is fixed to the back side of the board box 313a (the emission control device 312 and the power supply device 313).

  Each of the board boxes 311a, 313a, 314a is made of a transparent resin material or the like, and the inside is visible.

  The payout control device 311 is provided with a state return switch 321 that protrudes outward from the board box 311a. For example, when the state return switch 321 is pressed when a payout error such as a clogged ball of the payout motor unit occurs, the payout motor is rotated forward and reverse, and the clogged ball is cleared (return to a normal state).

  Further, the power supply device 313 is provided with a RAM erase switch 323 protruding outward from the board box 313a. The pachinko machine 10 has a backup function, so that even if a power failure occurs, the state at the time of the power failure is maintained, and when returning from the power failure (power recovery), it can be restored to the state at the time of the power failure. it can. Therefore, when the power is turned off in a normal procedure (for example, at the time of closing of the game hall), the state before the power is turned off is stored and retained. Input.

  As shown in FIG. 6, a locking device 600 is provided on the right rear surface of the inner frame 12. The locking device 600 includes a cylinder lock 700 (see FIG. 1 and the like) exposed on the front side of the front frame set 14, and a key is inserted into a key hole of the cylinder lock 700, and the key is rotated by one side to rotate the inside. The frame 12 can be unlocked, and the front frame set 14 can be unlocked by rotating the frame 12 to the other side. In the present embodiment, the inner frame 12 is locked to the outer frame 11, and the front frame set 14 is locked to the inner frame 12.

  As described above, the extension wall portion 83 that covers the entire upper and lower section corresponding to the locking device 600 from the back side of the inner frame 12 is formed in the right side frame forming portion 11d of the outer frame 11 as described above. reference). This makes it difficult to allow the wire or the like to enter from the back side of the outer frame 11 and to operate the locking device 600 with the wire or the like. As a result, the defense performance can be improved. Further, the extension wall portion 83 is configured to cover the right end (the left end in FIG. 5) of the back pack unit 203 and the lower frame set 251 from the back side. The back pack unit 203 and the lower frame set 251 cannot be opened.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4, a front frame opening detection switch 91 for detecting the opening of the front frame set 14 is provided on the lower right side of the front side of the inner frame 12 (on the right side of the launching device 60). As shown in FIG. 5, an inner frame opening detection switch 92 for detecting the opening of the inner frame 12 is provided on the lower right side on the back side of the inner frame 12 (lower left in FIG. 5). Each of the front frame opening detection switch 91 and the inner frame opening detection switch 92 has a detection unit that can protrude and retract with respect to the switch main body. The front frame opening detection switch 91 is provided so that the detection unit faces forward. The inner frame opening detection switch 92 is provided so that the detection unit faces rearward. When the detection unit is in a state of protruding from the switch body, an ON signal is output to the main controller 261. When the detection unit is pressed toward the switch body and is immersed in the switch body, an OFF signal is output. The output is to the main controller 261. That is, when the front frame set 14 is closed, the detection unit is pressed by the back surface of the front frame set 14 to be turned off when the front frame set 14 is closed, and when the front frame set 14 is opened, the detection unit returns to the protruding state. It turns on. Similarly, when the inner frame 12 is closed, the detecting portion is pressed by a pressing portion 86 integrally formed with the receiving portion 85 of the outer frame 11 to be turned off when the inner frame 12 is closed. The part returns to the protruding state and is turned on.

  Now, in the present embodiment, there is a feature in the external terminal plate 240 as an external output means. Hereinafter, the external terminal board 240 will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 7 is a front view of the external terminal board 240 as viewed from the rear side of the pachinko machine 10. In the cross-sectional view of FIG. 13, the illustration of the operation member 404 and the coil spring 405 is omitted for convenience.

  The external terminal board 240 is provided with a plug-in section 402 into which a wiring electrically connected to an external device such as a data counter device installed above each pachinko machine 10 in a hall computer of a game hall or an island facility is inserted. A terminal member 403 (see FIG. 13 and the like) serving as a terminal portion that is provided inside the main body portion 401 made of resin (for example, ABS) and the insertion portion 402 and that transmits an electric signal from the main control device 261 to wiring from an external device. ), An operating member 404 that is attached to the main body 401 so as to be tiltable, and a coil spring 405 that is interposed between the main body 401 and the operating member 404 and urges the operating member 404 backward (see FIG. 11 and the like). ).

(Main unit 401)
The main body 401 includes a bottom wall 411 (see FIG. 8 and the like) that is long in the left and right directions and is installed to face the rear surface of the pachinko machine 10 (the inner frame 12). The rear wall 411 extends rearward (rightward in FIG. 11, leftward in FIG. 12) perpendicular to the wall 411, and the rear surface of the bottom wall 411 is separated at predetermined intervals in the longitudinal direction (left-right direction) of the bottom wall 411. And a plurality of partition portions 412 (see FIG. 7 and the like) and a column portion extending perpendicularly from the center of the bottom wall portion 411 in the vertical direction to the bottom wall portion 411 and extending rearward, and connecting the opposing partition portions 412. 413 (see FIG. 13 and the like) and a top wall portion 414 extending so as to connect the rear ends of the partition portions 412, and these are integrally formed by injection molding.

  As shown in FIG. 7, in the present embodiment, a total of 11 partition walls 412 are provided including those extending from both short sides of the bottom wall section 411. Is partitioned into ten regions in the longitudinal direction. Further, the rear surface of the bottom wall section 411 divided into 10 sections by the partition section 412 is divided into two upper and lower regions by the column section 413. Therefore, the rear surface of the bottom wall 411 is divided into 20 regions. In the present embodiment, each space surrounded by the bottom wall 411, the partition 412, and the column 413 corresponds to the “insertion part 402”. Further, a terminal member 403, an operation member 404, and a coil spring 405 are installed in each of the insertion portions 402 (a total of 20 each). In the present embodiment, the longitudinal direction (left-right direction) of the bottom wall portion 411 in which ten insertion portions 402 are arranged corresponds to the specific direction.

  As shown in FIGS. 10, 13, and the like, each partition 412 is formed in a tapered plate shape (substantially semicircular shape in the present embodiment) whose vertical width gradually narrows rearward, and has a rear end portion. It has a vertical side portion extending linearly up and down in parallel with the bottom wall portion 411. The vertical side portion extends vertically across the column portion 413, and the ceiling wall portion 414 is formed so as to connect the vertical side portions. That is, the top wall portion 414 is configured in a substantially rectangular plate shape extending in parallel with the bottom wall portion 411, and includes a projecting portion 421 projecting behind each insertion portion 402 (see FIG. 7 and the like). Further, an insertion hole 422 penetrating in the thickness direction (front-back direction) is formed in each overhang portion 421 of the top wall portion 414. Incidentally, in each of the insertion portions 402, the portion on the pillar portion 413 side is closed at the rear by the overhang portion 421, but the portion on the upper side or lower side of the bottom wall 411 is opened rearward. .

  The opposed partition walls 412 face each other and extend forward along the pillars 413 from the overhangs 421, and the bulges 426 (bulge inside the plugs 402). (See FIG. 7, broken line, FIG. 13, etc.). The bulging portion 426 has a front end (right end in FIG. 13) located rearward (leftward in FIG. 13) of the bottom wall portion 411, and a substantially semicircular concave portion is formed at the front end. Thus, a bearing portion 427 (see FIG. 13) configured as described above is provided. The shaft 444 of the operation member 404 described later is rotatably supported by the bearing 427. Further, a slight gap is formed between each bulging portion 426 and the column portion 413, and bases 481 (left and right sides of the terminal member 403) to be described later are inserted into the gaps.

  As shown in FIG. 13, the pillar portion 413 has a slightly forward and rearward end from the rear end of the pillar portion 413 at the center in the left-right direction of the upper surface and the lower surface forming each insertion portion 402. By forming the groove portion 431 extending to the position, a locking surface 432 facing the ceiling wall portion 414 side is formed at the front end of the groove portion 431. On the locking surface 432, a locking piece 486 of the terminal member 403 described later is locked from the top wall portion 414 side. As shown in FIG. 7 and the like, a notch 423 that is continuous with the groove 431 is formed in the top wall 414 for convenience of molding, and the notch 423 communicates with the insertion hole 422. A communication portion 424 is formed. Further, the lateral width (left and right width) of the flange portion 482 of the terminal member 403 described later is larger than the left and right width of the communication portion 424, whereby the flange portion 482 enters the inside of the communication portion 424. Instead, it is supported by the back surface (front surface) of the ceiling wall portion 414 (overhang portion 421).

  As shown in FIG. 8, FIG. 13, and the like, an insertion hole 434 that penetrates the bottom wall portion 411 in the thickness direction of the bottom wall portion 411 is formed in the bottom wall portion 411 so as to face each overhang portion 421 of the top wall portion 414. . Each of the insertion holes 434 is formed in a rectangular shape so as to have substantially the same shape and the same size as the overhanging portion 421 facing each other, and the peripheral edge thereof has an inner surface or a columnar portion of the partition 412 forming each insertion portion 402. 413 is continuous with the upper or lower surface. As shown in FIG. 13, each insertion portion 402 has a substantially cylindrical spring support portion 435 projecting rearward from the surface (rear surface) of the bottom wall portion 411 and supporting one end of the coil spring 405. Is provided. Further, a pedestal portion 436 protruding forward is formed on the back surface (front surface) of the bottom wall portion 411, vertically adjacent to each insertion hole 434. The pedestal portion 436 has a substantially U shape, and is formed so that a fitting concave portion 437 formed inside faces the insertion hole 434. The distal end portion of the extension portion 484 of the terminal member 403 to be described later is fitted into the fitting concave portion 437 in detail.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 13, a restricting means extending rearward from the bottom wall portion 411 along the edge of the partition portion 412 is formed so as to connect the upper portion and the lower portion of the partition portion 412 with each other. A regulating wall 438 is provided. Incidentally, the opening is formed between the regulating wall portion 438 and the top wall portion 414 as described above, and the operating member 404 and the coil spring 405 are installed in the insertion portion 402 by the opening portion. The tilt of the member 404 can be allowed. Further, the coil spring 405 supported by the spring support portion 435 substantially abuts the regulating wall portion 438 to prevent the coil spring 405 from coming off, and to operate the operation member 404 by operating the operation member 404 described later in detail. Is tilted by a predetermined angle, the operating member 404 comes into contact with the contact member, thereby limiting the amount of displacement of the operating member 404. The upper end and the lower end of each partition 412 are located slightly on the inner peripheral side of the bottom wall 411 than the upper side and the lower side of the bottom wall 411.

(Operation member 404)
There are two types of operation members 404, a first operation member 404a and a second operation member 404b, which are alternately arranged in the insertion portion 402 in the longitudinal direction of the main body 401 (the bottom wall 411) (see FIG. 7 and the like). ). The operation members 404 vertically opposed to each other with the pillar 413 interposed therebetween are arranged such that operation members 404 of the same type are inverted from each other. In addition, in the present embodiment, the colors of the operation members 404 arranged side by side in the longitudinal direction of the main body portion 401 are all different, and the colors of the operation members 404 opposed to each other across the column portion 413 are the same. I have.

(First operation member 404a)
As shown in FIGS. 11 and 14 and the like, the first operation member 404a has a substantially quadrangular prism-shaped base 441 supported to be tiltable with respect to the main body 401, and a direction intersecting the base 441 from one end of the base 441. An extension 442 extending in a direction away from the column 413 and a holding projection 443 protruding from one end of the base 441 in a direction opposite to the extension 442 (in a direction approaching the column 413). , Are integrally formed. Further, on the other end side of the base 441, columnar shafts 444 projecting outward from both side surfaces of the base 441 are provided. The pair of shaft portions 444 are rotatably supported by bearing portions 427 of the bulging portion 426 of the partition wall portion 412, respectively. Further, when the first operation member 404a is attached to the main body 401, the base 441 and the holding protrusion 443 are located inside the insertion portion 402, and the distal end of the extension 442 is located on the top wall 414 and the regulating wall. 438 protrude outward from the insertion portion 402 from an opening formed therebetween.

  A cylindrical spring receiving portion 451 protruding forward from the back surface (front surface) is provided at a portion of the extension portion 442 on the base 441 side located inside the insertion portion 402 (between the opposed partition walls 412). I have. The first operating member 404a is urged rearward by installing the coil spring 405 between the spring support portion 435 formed on the bottom wall portion 411 of the main body 401 and the spring receiving portion 451. Specifically, the spring receiving portion 451 is located closer to the column portion 413 than the spring support portion 435 when the first operating member 404a is not operated, and is pressed forward against the urging force of the coil spring 405. The first operating member 404a is provided at a position facing the spring support portion 435 in the front and rear directions in the operating state of the first operating member 404a. For this reason, the first operation member 404 a rotatably supported by the main body 401 on the shaft 444 is urged rearward (to the top wall 414) and to the column 413 by the coil spring 405. Become.

  Further, when the first operation member 404a is not operated, the shaft portion 444 is pressed against the bearing portion 427 by the urging force of the coil spring 405, and the shaft portion 444 is basically prevented from coming off the bearing portion 427. Has become. As will be described later in detail, when the first operation member 404a is not operated, the holding projection 443 is inserted between the bulging portion 426 and the column portion 413 by the urging force of the coil spring 405, and the insertion portion is inserted. It will be pressed against the base 481 of the terminal member 403 installed inside 402.

  As shown in FIG. 10 and the like, a finger hook 453 projecting rearward from a front surface (rear surface) is formed at a distal end portion of the extension portion 442 located outside the insertion portion 402. In the present embodiment, the finger hook 453 is constituted by two ridges extending perpendicularly to the extending direction of the extension 442, and of the two ridges, The protruding ridge provided on the tip side protrudes larger. Further, a circular operation concave portion 454 is formed in a portion near the finger hook portion 453 on the surface (rear surface) of the extension portion 442. Further, a non-slip portion 455 composed of three ridges extending perpendicular to the extending direction of the extension 442 is formed on the opposite side of the finger hook 453 with the operation recess 454 interposed therebetween. . In the present embodiment, the portion where the finger hook portion 453, the operation concave portion 454, and the non-slip portion 455 are formed corresponds to the "operation portion 452". Then, as shown in FIG. 11B, the first operating member 404a pushes the shaft portion 444 by pressing the operating portion 452 forward (in the direction of the arrow in FIG. 11) against the urging force of the coil spring 405. It tilts (rotates and displaces) to the center, and the holding protrusion 443 separates from the pillar 413 (the base 481 of the terminal member 403). Thus, a state is obtained in which wiring from an external device can be inserted into the insertion portion 402 from the insertion hole 422 of the top wall portion 414 (non-holding state). On the other hand, when the hand is released from the operation unit 452, the first operation member 404 a is rotationally displaced by the urging force of the coil spring 405, and the wiring from the external device inserted into the insertion unit 402 and the holding protrusion 443 are pressed against each other. At the same time, the wiring from the external device is pressed against the column 413 (the base 481 of the terminal member 403) (holding state).

  As described above, since the partition 412 has a substantially semicircular shape, when the first operation member 404a is tilted, the finger pressing the operation unit 452 contacts the partition 412, It is possible to prevent a situation in which the operation of the first operation member 404a is obstructed. In addition, since the partition 412 is formed in a substantially semicircular shape, the workability of assembling the operating member 404 and the coil spring 405 to the main body 401 can be improved, and resources can be saved.

  In addition, a first step portion 457 is formed on a surface (rear surface) on the base portion 441 side of the extension portion 442, which is in contact with the upper side or the lower side of the top wall portion 414 when the first operation member 404a is not operated. I have. That is, when the first operation member 404a is not operated, the first step portion 457 is caught on the top wall portion 414, and further tilting is restricted. Further, a second step 458 to which the coil spring 405 supported by the spring receiving portion 451 substantially abuts is formed on the back surface (front surface) at an intermediate position of the extension portion 442. The second step portion 458 prevents the coil spring 405 from coming off. Further, when the first operation member 404a is tilted by a predetermined angle by pressing the operation portion 452, the first operation member 404a has a main body portion near the second step portion 458 on the back surface (front surface) of the extension portion 442. It is configured to abut on the regulating wall portion 438 of 401 and restrict further tilting.

  In addition, the base 441 and the holding protrusion 443 are configured to be thinner than the extension 442. This allows the base 441 and the holding protrusion 443 to be located between the bulging portions 426 of the partition 412 facing each other, while reducing the area of the operation surface (rear surface) of the operation portion 452 formed at the tip of the extension 442. It can be as large as possible. In the present embodiment, the width of the extension portion 442 is substantially the same as the distance between the partition walls 412 facing each other. Furthermore, the portion of the extension 442 on the side of the base 441 on which the spring receiving portion 451 and the like are formed is provided between the opposing partition 412 (the insertion portion) regardless of whether the first operation member 404a is in the operation state or the non-operation state. (Within 402). As a result, when the first operation member 404a is operated, the portion of the extension 442 on the base 441 side substantially comes into sliding contact with the inner surface of the partition 412, and the tilt of the first operation member 404a is guided, and the first operation member is guided. The rattling of the 404a is suppressed.

(Second operation member 404b)
As shown in FIGS. 12 and 15, the second operation member 404b has basically the same configuration as the first operation member 404a, and is rotatably supported at one end side by the bearing portion 427. A base 461 having a pair of shafts 464, an extension 462 extending obliquely from the other end of the base 461, and a holding projection projecting from the other end of the base 461 to the opposite side to the extension 462. 463. In particular, the configuration of the base 461 and the holding projection 463 of the second operating member 404b is the same as the configuration of the base 441 and the holding projection 443 of the first operating member 404a. However, in the present embodiment, the configuration of the extension 462 of the second operation member 404b is different from that of the extension 442 of the first operation member 404a.

  That is, the extension 462 of the second operation member 404b extends from the tip of the base 461 in a direction away from the pillar 413, and extends rearward from the tip of the first side 471. And a third side 473 extending from the tip of the second side 472 in a direction away from the pillar 413. Incidentally, a spring receiving portion 475 is provided on a back surface (front surface) of the first side portion 471, and an operation portion 476 is provided on a surface (rear surface) of the third side portion 473. The operation unit 476 includes a finger hook 453, an operation recess 454, and a non-slip portion 455, similarly to the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a.

  The angle formed between the base 461 of the second operation member 404b and the first side 471 is the same as the angle formed between the base 441 and the extension 442 of the first operation member 404a. Further, the extension angle of the first side portion 471 and the extension angle of the third side portion 473 are the same. However, the extension length of each of the first side portion 471 and the third side portion 473 is 以下 or less and １ ／ or more of the extension length of the extension portion 442 of the first operation member 404a. Accordingly, when the operating members 404a and 404b are not operated, the distal end of the first operating member 404a (extended portion 442) is larger than the distal end of the second operating member 404b (third side 473). The bottom wall 411) is located on the outer peripheral side. More specifically, regarding the first and second operation members 404a and 404b corresponding to the upper insertion portion 402 among the vertically adjacent insertion portions 402, the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a operates the second operation member 404b. With respect to the first and second operation members 404a and 404b which are located above the portion 476 and correspond to the lower insertion portion 402, the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a is higher than the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b. Is also located below.

  Further, since the second operation member 404b includes the second side portion 472 extending forward and backward, the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b is located behind the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a. In other words, by providing the second side portion 472 on the second operating member 404b, the operating portion of the first operating member 404a in the front-rear direction which is the pressing operation direction of the operating members 404a, 404b (the operating portions 452, 476). The position of 452 is shifted from the position of the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b. In the present embodiment, the extension length of the second side portion 472 is 7 to 12 mm, and the operation surface (rear surface) of the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a and the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b are formed. It is separated back and forth so that a finger can enter between it and the back (front).

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b is operated forward (in the direction of the arrow in FIG. 12B) against the urging force of the coil spring 405, the second operation member 404b Before the operation unit 476 of the first operation member 404a in the non-operation state is located in front of the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a, in which the wiring from the external device can be inserted into the corresponding insertion unit 402, that is, A space is formed between the holding projection 463 of the second operation member 404b and the base portion 481 of the corresponding terminal member 403 so that wiring from an external device can be inserted.

  In addition, at the boundary between the surface (rear surface) of the first side 471 and the second side 472, the first abutment with the upper side or the lower side of the top wall 414 when the second operation member 404b is not operated. A protrusion 478 is formed. That is, in the non-operation state of the second operation member 404b, the first protrusion 478 is hooked on the ceiling wall portion 414, and further tilting is restricted. Further, a second protrusion 479 that constitutes limiting means that a coil spring 405 supported by a spring receiving portion 475 substantially abuts on a boundary between the back surface (front surface) of the first side portion 471 and the second side portion 472. Is formed. The second protrusion 479 prevents the coil spring 405 from coming off. Further, the second operating member 404b contacts the regulating wall 438 of the main body 401 at the tip of the second protrusion 479 when the second operating member 404b is tilted by a predetermined angle by pressing the operating portion 476. And further tilting is restricted. In addition, in the present embodiment, in a state where the second protrusion 479 of the second operation member 404b is in contact with the regulating wall 438, the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b performs the first operation in the left-right direction. The operation part 452 of the member 404a partially overlaps.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, the linear distance from the axis of the shaft 464 of the second operating member 404b to the tip of the operating section 476 is the distance from the axis of the shaft 444 of the first operating member 404a to the tip of the operating section 452. It is longer than the straight distance to the part. Therefore, as described above, when the operation members 404a and 404b are not operated, the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a is closer to the outer peripheral side of the bottom wall portion 411 than the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b. Although it is located (see FIG. 12A), when the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b is pressed to tilt the second operation member 404b, the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b is This is located closer to the outer peripheral side of the bottom wall portion 411 than the operating portion 452 of the first operating member 404a (see FIG. 12B).

  In a state where the second protrusion 479 of the second operation member 404b is in contact with the regulating wall 438 of the main body 401, at least one of the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b or the second operation member 404b is provided. The part (for example, a part of the extension part 462 even if it is not the operation part 476) has the same position in the pressing operation direction of the operation parts 452 and 476 as the operation part 452 of the first operation member 404a in the non-operation state. Alternatively, it may be located rearward. In the present embodiment, the operating member 404 including the holding protrusions 443 and 463 and the coil spring 405 constitute a holding unit. The operation member 404 including the operation units 452 and 476 forms an operation unit.

(Terminal member 403)
As shown in FIGS. 13, 16, and the like, the terminal member 403 has a substantially rectangular plate-shaped base portion 481, and a direction perpendicular to the base portion 481 from the center of one short side (rear side) of the base 481. A flange portion 482 protruding in a direction away from the column portion 413, and a retaining portion 483 extending from both ends of the other short side (front side) of the base portion 481 toward the protruding direction side of the flange portion 482. An extension 484 extending from the center of the other short side (front side) in the same direction as the flange 482; and a connection projecting from the tip of the extension 484 to the outer peripheral side (front) of the base 481. A portion 485 and a locking piece 486 protruding in a substantially central portion of the base portion 481 in a direction opposite to a direction in which the flange portion 482 protrudes, and bending a single metal plate punched out into a predetermined shape. It is formed with.

  The lateral width of the base portion 481 is substantially the same as the distance between the opposing partition portions 412, and the base portion 481 has a side portion between the bulging portion 426 and the column portion 413 formed in each partition portion 412. It has been inserted. For this reason, most of the base portion 481 is exposed inside the insertion portion 402, and both sides of the base portion 481 are supported by the bulging portion 426, thereby preventing the base portion 481 from tilting. .

  The locking piece 486 is formed by forming a U-shaped slit at the center of the base portion 481 and bending the inner peripheral side of the slit to the side opposite to the flange 482 and the like (the column 413 side). . The locking piece 486 is connected to the base 481 only at the rear side (the side near the flange 482). Then, the base portion 481 is inserted into the insertion portion 402 while the locking piece 486 is slidably in contact with the pillar portion 413 until the locking piece 486 is located behind the locking surface 432 formed on the pillar portion 413. As a result, the locking piece 486 projects inside the groove 431 by its own elastic force, and the front end of the locking piece 486 is locked to the locking surface 432 (see FIG. 13 and the like). Accordingly, even if the terminal member 403 is to be pulled out from the insertion hole 434 forward, it is possible to prevent the terminal member 403 from falling off from the main body 401 because the locking piece 486 is caught on the locking surface 432. it can. Further, as described above, since the base portion 481 is sandwiched between the bulging portion 426 and the column portion 413, the locking piece 486 cannot be basically pulled out of the groove portion 431. Note that the locking piece 486 is provided at a position on the base portion 481 that is separated from a portion facing the holding protrusions 443 and 463 of the operation member 404.

  The flange portion 482 is configured to be pressed against the surfaces (rear side surfaces) of the holding protrusions 443 and 463 on the top wall portion 414 side when the operation member 404 is not operated, and pressed against the back surface (front surface) of the top wall portion 414. I have. That is, the terminal member 403 allows the base portion 481 to be inserted between the bulging portion 426 and the column portion 413 with respect to the main body portion 401 and the locking piece 486 is positioned inside the groove portion 431 as described above. As a result, the structure can be simplified, the assembling workability can be improved, and the like, but can be slightly moved back and forth. However, in this case, various problems may occur when the external terminal board 240 is mounted on the relay board 491 to be described later (the main body 401 may rattle, the mounting state of the main body 401 may vary, or the like). There is. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, by displacing each operation member 404 in the non-operation state, the displacement of each terminal member 403 is prevented, and in this state, the external terminal plate 240 is attached to the relay board 491. If this is the case, it is possible to avoid problems such as rattling of the main body 401.

  Since the flange portion 482 is formed only at the center of the short side of the base portion 481, the flange portion 482 does not come into contact with the bulging portion 426 when the base portion 481 is inserted into the insertion portion 402. There is no possibility that the insertion is hindered. In addition, the surfaces (rear surfaces) of the holding protrusions 443 and 463 on the top wall portion 414 side are inclined surfaces extending in a direction intersecting with the extending direction of the column portion 413. Even when the wall portion 414 is slightly separated, the flange portion 482 is guided by the inclined surfaces of the holding protrusions 443 and 463 and is brought into pressure contact with the top wall portion 414 in the non-operation state.

  The retaining portion 483 extending from the front side portion of the base portion 481 becomes convex in the outer peripheral direction of the shaft portions 444 and 464 rotatably supported by the bearing portion 427 in a direction away from the column portion 413. Thus, it extends rearward while being slightly curved. Further, the rear surface (the inner peripheral side surface) of the retaining portion 483 is substantially in contact with the shaft portions 444 and 464 (see FIG. 11 and the like). That is, as described above, the operation member 404 is attached to the main body 401 only by pressing the shaft portions 444 and 464 against the arc-shaped bearing portion 427 by the urging force of the coil spring 405. In addition, while improving the assembling workability, etc., the operation member 404 is displaced entirely forward without tilting against the urging force of the coil spring 405 (the shaft portions 444 and 464 are displaced forward). Then, the shaft portions 444 and 464 may come off from the bearing portion 427, and the operation member 404 may fall off from the main body portion 401. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, even if the shaft portions 444 and 464 are displaced forward, the shaft portions 444 and 464 are guided toward the column portion 413 by the retaining portion 483. 464 can be prevented from coming off the bearing portion 427 and the operating member 404 falling off from the main body portion 401.

  The distal end side of the extension 484 is fitted into a fitting recess 437 formed in the pedestal 436 of the bottom wall 411 of the main body 401. Thereby, the displacement of the terminal member 403 (particularly, the connection portion 485) is suppressed. Further, the extension portion 484 is located behind the front surface of the pedestal portion 436. Therefore, when the external terminal board 240 is fixed to the relay board 491 described later, it is possible to avoid a situation in which the extension portion 484 contacts the relay board 491. Incidentally, a connection portion 485 electrically connected to a print pattern of a relay board 491 described later protrudes forward from the pedestal portion 436. Note that the presence of the pedestal portion 436 allows a gap to be formed between the external terminal board 240 and the relay board 491, thereby improving heat dissipation.

  Next, an operation of assembling the external terminal plate 240 will be described. First, the main body 401 is arranged so that the top wall portion 414 faces downward, and the operating member is provided to each insertion portion 402 via an opening formed between the overhang portion 421 and the regulating wall portion 438. The base portions 441 and 461 of the 404 are inserted, and the shaft portions 444 and 464 are brought into contact (support) with the bearing portion 427.

  Subsequently, the terminal member 403 is inserted into the insertion portion 402 of the main body 401 through the insertion hole 434 of the bottom wall portion 411. At this time, the terminal member 403 is pushed in such that the base portion 481 of the terminal member 403 is inserted between the pillar portion 413 and the bulging portion 426. Further, when the terminal member 403 is inserted, the flange portion 482 and the holding protrusions 443 and 463 come into contact with each other, but the operating member 404 is not yet urged by the coil spring 405 and the front side surfaces of the holding protrusions 443 and 463. Is inclined with respect to the insertion direction of the terminal member 403, so that the terminal member 403 is pushed in as it is, so that the operation member 404 rotates following the terminal member 403, and the terminal member 403 can be inserted all the way. . Then, when the terminal member 403 is inserted into the insertion portion 402 until the flange portion 482 and the top wall portion 414 are substantially in contact with each other, the locking piece 486 projects inside the groove portion 431, and the extension portion 484 fits into the fitting recess 437. , And the retaining portion 483 substantially abuts (on the front side of) the shaft portions 444, 464.

  After that, one end of the coil spring 405 is supported by the spring support portion 435 of the main body 401 (the bottom wall portion 411), and the other end of the coil spring 405 is supported by the spring receiving portions 451 and 475 of the operation member 404. As a result, the operation member 404 is urged rearward and toward the column portion 413, and the holding protrusions 443 and 463 and the base portion 481 of the terminal member 403 are pressed against each other. The external terminal board 240 is assembled as described above.

  Further, the external terminal board 240 configured as described above is fixed to the relay board 491 shown in FIG. 17 and has a transparent portion in which an opening for exposing the external terminal board 240 (top wall section 414) to the rear is formed. In the box 490 (see FIG. 5). The box 490 includes a locking portion (not shown) for locking the relay board 491 and a locking claw (not shown) locked to the back pack unit 203. Then, the integrated external terminal plate 240 and the relay board 491 are housed in the box 490 and the relay board 491 is locked by the locking portion, and the locking claw of the box 490 is locked by the back pack unit 203. Thus, the external terminal board 240 and the relay board 491 are attached to the inner frame 12.

  The relay board 491 is formed with a total of 20 communication holes 492 through which the connection portions 485 of the terminal members 403 are inserted. Then, each connection portion 485 is inserted into each communication hole 492, and the pedestal portion 436 of the main body 401 and the rear surface of the relay board 491 are in contact with each other, and penetrated the relay board 491 on the front side of the relay board 491. The connection portion 485 and the printed pattern of the relay board 491 are electrically connected. The pedestal portion 436 provided corresponding to the corner of the bottom wall portion 411 is provided with a positioning protrusion 439 (see FIG. 8 and the like) projecting forward, and the relay board 491 is provided with a positioning protrusion. A positioning hole 493 into which the portion 439 is inserted is formed.

  Further, in the relay board 491, a connection hole 492 corresponding to the connection portion 485 of the upper terminal member 403 of the terminal members 403 arranged in a pair with the main body 401 and a connection of the lower terminal member 403 are formed. An opening 494 is formed between the communication hole 492 corresponding to the portion 485. That is, the opening 494 is formed in the relay board 491 at a position covered by the external terminal board 240. Due to the opening 494, for example, even if an incorrect board is disposed on the back side (front side) of the relay board 491, the transparent main body 401 of the external terminal board 240 and the opening 494 of the relay board 491 are provided. Thus, such an unauthorized substrate can be found. In addition, the relay board 491 is provided with a connector 496 to which a signal line (harness) electrically connected to the main control device 261 is connected.

  Further, a photocoupler 497 as a signal restricting means is mounted on the relay board 491, and as shown in FIG. 18, an input side electrically connected to the input / output port 505 of the main controller 261 and a hole, An output side electrically connected to an external device such as the computer 500 is electrically insulated. Then, only when a signal is output from main controller 261, the signal is sent to an external device such as hall computer 500. Although a specific description is omitted for the sake of convenience, the input / output port 505 of the main controller 261 and the relay board 491 need not be directly connected via the signal line, and other boards are interposed. Is also good.

  When wiring from an external device is connected to the external terminal board 240, the operating portions 452 and 476 of the operating member 404 are operated to perform wiring between the holding protrusions 443 and 463 and the base portion 481 of the terminal member 403. In a state where a space for insertion is provided, a wire from an external device is inserted into the insertion portion 402, and then the hand is released from the operation portions 452 and 476. Thus, the wiring from the external device inserted into the insertion portion 402 is pressed by the holding protrusions 443 and 463 of the operation member 404 and pressed against the base portion 481 of the terminal member 403. As described above, the wiring from the external device is electrically connected to the terminal member 403.

  In the present embodiment, since the photocoupler 497 is interposed between the main control device 261 and the hall computer 500, two (upper and lower) terminal members 403 of the external terminal plate 240 constitute one set. I have. That is, as described above, the terminal members 403 installed in the two vertically adjacent insertion portions 402 of the insertion portions 402 correspond to each other. Also, a signal line (wiring) for electrically connecting main controller 261 and relay board 491 and a wiring for electrically connecting hall computer 500 and external terminal board 240 are formed as one set of two wires. is there.

  Incidentally, the operating members 404 provided in the vertically adjacent insertion portions 402 have the same shape (the same type of operating members 404a and 404b) and have the same color. Specifically, ten operation members 404 provided in a pair of upper and lower parts are a first operation member 404a, a second operation member 404b, a first operation member 404a,... From the left of FIG. 7 are purple, yellow, brown, red, gray, green, black, blue, orange, and pink from the left side. For convenience, the pair of upper and lower terminal members 403 are connected to the first terminal portion, the second terminal portion, the third terminal portion, the fourth terminal portion, the fifth terminal portion, the sixth terminal portion, and the seventh terminal portion from the left side in FIG. Also referred to as a terminal portion, an eighth terminal portion, a ninth terminal portion, and a tenth terminal portion (member numbers are omitted for convenience). In the case of the jackpot state, a signal from the main control device 261 is output to the external device via the first, third, and fourth terminals, and the variable display is stopped and displayed on the special display devices 43L, 43R. In this case, the signal from the main control device 261 is output to the external device via the second terminal. When the time saving mode is in effect, the signal from the main control device 261 is output to the external device via the third terminal. The signal is output to the device, when in the probable change mode, a signal from the main control device 261 is output to the external device via the fourth terminal. A signal from the control device 261 is output to the external device via the fifth terminal, and when a game ball enters the lower winning opening 33b, a signal from the main control device 261 is output to the external device via the sixth terminal. To detect various errors such as fraud. In this case, a signal from the main controller 261 is output to an external device via the seventh terminal, and when a prize ball is paid out, a signal from the main controller 261 is transmitted via the eighth terminal. When the inner frame 12 is open, the signal from the main controller 261 is output to the external device via the ninth terminal, and when the front frame set 14 is open. The signal from the main controller 261 is output to an external device via the tenth terminal.

  Next, an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. FIG. 19 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the present pachinko machine 10. As shown in FIG. A main controller 261 (main board) as main control means is equipped with a CPU 501 as a one-chip microcomputer as an arithmetic unit. The CPU 501 includes a ROM 502 that stores various control programs executed by the CPU 501 and fixed value data, and a RAM 503 that is a memory that temporarily stores various data when executing the control programs stored in the ROM 502. And various circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit. However, the CPU, the ROM, and the RAM may not be integrated into one chip, but may be integrated into a chip for each function.

  The RAM 503 includes a stack area in which the contents of internal registers of the CPU 501 and a return address of a control program executed by the CPU 501 are stored, and a work area (work area) in which values of various flags, counters, I / O, and the like are stored. ) And a backup area 503a.

  The RAM 503 has a configuration in which a backup voltage is supplied from the power supply device 313 and data can be retained (backed up) even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned off, and is stored in the stack area, the work area, and the backup area 503a. All data that is backed up.

  In the backup area 503a, when the power is turned off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power of the pachinko machine 10 is restored to the state before the power was turned off when the power is turned on again. This is an area for storing stack pointers, values of registers, I / O, and the like. The writing to the backup area 503a is executed when the power is turned off by the main processing. Conversely, the restoration of each value written to the backup area 503a is performed when the power is turned on (including the power-on due to power failure and the same applies hereinafter). Executed in Note that a power failure signal SK1 output from a power failure monitoring circuit 542, which will be described later, is input to an NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the CPU 501 when a power failure occurs due to a power failure or the like. Upon occurrence, power failure processing (NMI interrupt processing) is immediately executed.

  If data stored in at least the stack area and the backup area 503a is backed up, it is not always necessary to back up data stored in all areas. For example, the data stored in the stack area and the backup area 503a may be backed up, and the data stored in the work area may not be backed up.

  An input / output port 505 is connected to a CPU 501 including the ROM 502 and the RAM 503 via a bus line 504 including an address bus and a data bus. The input / output port 505 is connected to a RAM erasure switch circuit 543, a payout control device 311, a sub-control device 262, first and second special display devices 43L and 43R, and a normal symbol display device 41, which will be described later. With this configuration, the above-described special display devices 43L and 43R and the ordinary symbol display device 41 are directly controlled by the main control device 261. On the other hand, the decorative symbol display device 42 is controlled via the sub-control device 262.

  In addition, for the sake of convenience, various relay boards and the like are not shown, but the input / output port 505 has various detection switches such as a winning opening switch 221, a count switch 223, start winning unit switches 224a and 224b, a through gate switch 225, and the like. Various electric components such as various substrates are connected. In other words, the main controller 261 is provided with a plurality of terminals (board-side connectors) for connecting connectors of various cable connectors, and these terminals and the like constitute the input / output port 505.

  A sub-control device 262 (sub-control board) as a sub-control means includes a CPU 551 as an arithmetic device, a ROM 552 storing various control programs executed by the CPU 551 and fixed value data, and a control program stored in the ROM 552. RAM 553 which is a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like when executing the program, an input / output port 554, a bus line 555, and other various circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit (not shown). It has. The RAM 553 is a memory that temporarily stores work data and flags used when the CPU 551 executes various programs.

  The CPU 551, the ROM 552, and the RAM 553 are connected to the input / output port 554 via a bus line 555, and the display control device 45 is also connected to the input / output port 554. Further, the input / output port 554 is connected to a speaker SP, an effect button 125, various illumination parts, and lamps 102 to 104.

  The CPU 551 of the sub control device 262 causes the display control device 45 to execute display control based on a command signal (for example, a variation pattern command) transmitted from the main control device 261 and causes the decorative symbol display device 42 to display the display. As described above, in the present embodiment, the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R controlled by the main control device 261 indicate whether or not a big hit has occurred. In the decorative design display device 42 to be controlled, display is performed in accordance with the display of the special display devices 43L and 43R.

  The payout control device 311 controls the payout of a prize ball or a loaned ball by the payout device 358. The CPU 511 as an arithmetic unit includes a ROM 512 storing a control program executed by the CPU 511, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 513 used as a work memory or the like.

  Like the RAM 503 of the main control device 261, the RAM 513 of the payout control device 311 includes a stack area in which the contents of the internal registers of the CPU 511 and the return address of the control program executed by the CPU 511 are stored, various flags and counters, It has a work area (work area) in which values such as I / O are stored, and a backup area 513a.

  The RAM 513 has a configuration in which a backup voltage is supplied from the power supply 313 and data can be retained (backed up) even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned off, and all data stored in the stack area, the work area and the backup area 513a Data is backed up. If data stored in at least the stack area and the backup area 513a is backed up, it is not always necessary to back up data stored in all areas. For example, the configuration may be such that data stored in the stack area and the backup area 513a is backed up, and data stored in the work area is not backed up.

  The backup area 513a includes a stack pointer at power-off, each register, and the like, in order to return the state of the pachinko machine 10 to the state before the power-off at the time of power-on when the power is turned off due to a power failure or the like. This area stores values such as I / O. The writing to the backup area 513a is executed when the power is turned off by the main processing, and the restoration of each value written to the backup area 513a is executed in the main processing when the power is turned on. Note that, similarly to the CPU 501 of the main controller 261, the NMI terminal of the CPU 511 is configured to receive the power failure signal SK1 from the power failure monitoring circuit 542 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of the power failure or the like. When input to the CPU 511, an NMI interrupt process as a process during a power failure is immediately executed.

  In the work area, a payout permission flag in which permission to pay out prize balls by the payout control device 311 is set, a command reception flag set when a command transmitted from the main control device 261 is received, and a main control device 261 And a command buffer for storing a command transmitted from the server.

  The payout permission flag is a flag for setting a prize ball payout permission, and is turned on when a specific command for permitting prize ball payout is transmitted from the main control device 261 and the specific command is received. Is turned off when the process is restored before the power supply is shut down. In the present embodiment, the specific commands are a payout initialization command for instructing an initial process of the RAM 513 of the payout control device 311, a prize ball command for instructing the payout of a prize ball, and the main control device 261 is restored. These are the three payout return commands transmitted in such a case.

  The command reception flag is a flag for confirming whether or not the payout control device 311 has received a command. The command reception flag is turned on when any of the commands is received. The signal is turned off when the command is returned to the previous position, and is turned off when the received command is determined by the command determination process.

  The command buffer includes a ring buffer that temporarily stores a command transmitted from main controller 261.

  An input / output port 515 is connected to a CPU 511 including the ROM 512 and the RAM 513 via a bus line 514 including an address bus and a data bus. The RAM erasure switch circuit 543, the main control device 261, the firing control device 312, the dispensing device 358, and the like are connected to the input / output port 515.

  The card unit connection board 314 includes a ball lending operation unit (ball lending button 121 and a return button 122) on the front of the pachinko machine 10 and a card unit (ball lending unit) arranged beside the pachinko machine 10 in a game hall or the like. Are electrically connected to each other to receive a command for a ball lending operation by the player and output it to the card unit. In a cash machine in which game balls are directly rented to the upper plate 19 from a ball rental device or the like without using a card unit, the card unit connection board 314 may be omitted.

  The launch control device 312 permits or prohibits the launch of the game ball by the launch device 60, and the drive of the launch device 60 is permitted when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Specifically, that the firing permission signal is output from the payout control device 311, that the player is touching the steering wheel 18 is detected by the sensor signal, and that the firing stop switch for stopping the firing is operated. The firing device 60 is driven on condition that the game ball is not operated, and the game ball is fired at an intensity corresponding to the operation amount of the handle 18.

  The display control device 45 executes a variable display of the decorative symbol on the decorative symbol display device 42 in accordance with an instruction from the sub-control device 262. The display control device 45 includes a CPU 521, a program ROM 522, a work RAM 523, a video RAM 524, a character ROM 525, a video display processor (VDP) 526, an input port 527, an output port 529, and bus lines 530 and 531. And The input port 527 is connected to the input / output port 554 of the sub control device 262. The CPU 521, the program ROM 522, the work RAM 523, and the VDP 526 are connected to the input port 527 via the bus line 530. An output port 529 is connected to the VDP 526 via a bus line 531. The output port 529 is connected to the decorative design display device 42 as a liquid crystal display device.

  The CPU 521 of the display control device 45 receives the display command transmitted from the sub-control device 262 via the input port 527, and analyzes the received command or performs a predetermined operation based on the received command to control the VDP 526. (Specifically, generation of an internal command for the VDP 526) is performed. Thereby, display control in the decorative symbol display device 42 is performed.

  The program ROM 522 is a memory that stores various control programs executed by the CPU 521 and fixed value data. The work RAM 523 is a memory that temporarily stores work data and flags used when the CPU 521 executes the various programs. It is.

  The video RAM 524 is a memory for storing display data to be displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42. By rewriting the contents of the video RAM 524, the display content of the decorative symbol display device 42 is changed. The character ROM 525 is a memory that stores character data such as symbols displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42.

  The VDP 526 is a kind of drawing circuit that directly operates an LCD driver (liquid crystal driving circuit) incorporated in the decorative symbol display device 42. Since the VDP 526 is formed as an IC chip, it is also called a “drawing chip”, and its substance can be called a microcomputer chip containing firmware dedicated to drawing processing. The VDP 526 adjusts the timing of the CPU 521, the video RAM 524, and the like to intervene in the reading and writing of data, and reads the display data stored in the video RAM 524 at a predetermined timing and causes the decorative symbol display device 42 to display the data.

  The power supply device 313 includes a power supply unit 541 that supplies power to each unit of the pachinko machine 10, a power failure monitoring circuit 542 that monitors power interruption due to a power failure or the like, and a RAM erase switch circuit 543 that is connected to the RAM erase switch 323. And

  The power supply unit 541 supplies necessary operation power to the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311 via a power path (not shown). As an outline, the power supply unit 541 takes in an externally supplied 24 volt power supply, generates a +12 V power supply for driving various switches and motors, a +5 V power supply for logic, a backup power supply for RAM backup, and the like. These + 12V power supply, + 5V power supply and backup power supply are supplied to the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. The firing control device 312 is supplied with operating power (+12 V power, +5 V power, etc.) via the payout control device 311. Similarly, operating power is supplied to various switches, motors, and the like via a control device to which these are connected.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 542 is a circuit that outputs a power failure signal SK1 to each of the NMI terminals of the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 and the CPU 511 of the payout control device 311 when a power failure occurs due to a power failure or the like. The power failure monitoring circuit 542 monitors the DC stable voltage of 24 volts, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply unit 541, and determines that a power failure (power interruption) has occurred when this voltage falls below 22 volts. The power outage signal SK1 is output to the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311. Based on the output of the power failure signal SK1, the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 recognize the occurrence of the power failure, and execute a power failure process (NMI interrupt process).

  In addition, even after the DC stable voltage of 24 volts becomes less than 22 volts, the power supply unit 541 normally outputs the control system drive voltage of 5 volts for a period of time sufficient to execute the power failure process. It is configured to maintain a value. Therefore, the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 can normally execute and complete the power failure process.

  The RAM erasure switch circuit 543 is a circuit that captures a switch signal of the RAM erasure switch 323 and clears backup data of the RAM 503 of the main control device 261 and the RAM 513 of the payout control device 311 according to the state of the switch 323. When the RAM erasure switch 323 is pressed, the RAM erasure switch circuit 543 outputs a RAM erasure signal SK2 to the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. When the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on while the RAM erasing switch 323 is pressed (including the power-on due to the blackout), the data in the respective RAMs 503 and 513 are cleared in the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. You.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 configured as described above will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the CPU 501 provided in the main control device 261 as main control means performs a lottery using various types of counter information when playing a game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 20, a jackpot random number counter C1 as a hit random number generation means used in a jackpot lottery (hit / hit lottery) for determining whether to generate a jackpot state, and used for determining the type of the jackpot state. A mode determination counter C2 as a mode type random number generation unit and a winning type random number generation unit, and a variation selection counter C3 as a reach random number generation unit used to determine whether or not a reach state is generated in the decorative symbol display device 42. , An initial value random number counter CINI used for setting an initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1, and a fluctuation type counter used for determining a fluctuation display time of the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R (decorative symbol display device 42). CS1, CS2, and the lottery of the ordinary symbol display device 41 (the opening / closing member 33c of the start winning unit 33 is opened. Is set to be used and normal symbol random number counter C4 to be used whether the open draw). The change selection counter C3 is also used for lottery of the reach type when the decorative symbol display device 42 is displaced and changed. The change type counters CS1 and CS2 are also used for selecting a change pattern (selection of an effect pattern) of the decorative symbol display device 42. Specifically, the variation time of the special display devices 43L and 43R is determined by the determined variation pattern, and the variation mode and the variation time in the decorative symbol display device 42, that is, the effect pattern are determined.

  Each time the counter C1, C2, C3, CINI, CS1, CS2, C4 is updated, 1 is added to the previous value, and after reaching the upper limit, it is a loop counter that returns to 0, which is the lower limit. Each counter is periodically updated, and the updated value is appropriately stored in a counter buffer set in a predetermined area of the RAM 503 (excluding the random number initial value counter CINI).

  The RAM 503 has a special fluctuation holding area as a holding storage area for storing the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, and the fluctuation selection counter C3, and a normal fluctuation for storing the value of the normal symbol random number counter C4. A holding area is provided. The normal variable holding area includes one execution area and four holding areas (first to fourth holding areas).

  Further, the special fluctuation reservation area includes a first special fluctuation reservation area and a second special fluctuation storage area each having four reservation areas (first to fourth reservation areas), and one execution area. The values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, and the change selection counter C3 are chronologically set in each holding area of the first special change holding area in accordance with the winning history of the game ball to the winning opening 33a. Is stored in The values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, and the change selection counter C3 are chronologically arranged in each holding area of the second special change holding area in accordance with the winning history of the game ball to the lower winning opening 33b. Is stored in The values of the normal symbol random number counter C4 are stored in time series in each of the normal fluctuation holding areas in accordance with the history of game balls passing through the through gate 34. By employing this configuration, the variable display on the special display devices 43L and 43R and the normal symbol display device 41 can be held up to four times as described above.

  To explain each counter in detail, the jackpot random number counter C1 as the hit random number generating means is added, for example, one by one in the range of 0 to 599, and after reaching the upper limit value as the end value (that is, 599), as a start value. Is returned to 0, which is the lower limit value of. Normally, when the jackpot random number counter C1 makes one round, the value of the initial value random number counter CINI at that time is read as the next initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1. The initial value random number counter CINI is a loop counter similar to the jackpot random number counter C1 (value = 0 to 599), and is updated once for each timer interrupt and repeatedly within the remaining time of the normal processing. On the other hand, the jackpot random number counter C1 is periodically updated (once for each timer interrupt in this embodiment), and the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 is stored in the jackpot random number counter buffer. Then, at the timing when the game ball wins the upper winning opening 33a or the lower winning opening 33b of the starting winning unit 33, the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 stored in the jackpot random number counter buffer is changed to the first special fluctuation holding area or the second special fluctuation holding area. 2 Stored in the special change reservation area. The value of the random number to be a big hit is set in two types in a low probability state (normal mode, time reduction mode, etc.) as the first game mode and a high probability state (probable change mode) as the second game mode. In the present embodiment, the number of random number values to be a big hit in the low probability state is two, and the value is “7, 307”. The number is 20, and its value is "7 to 16, 307 to 316". That is, in the low-probability state, the win / fail lottery is won with a probability of 1/300 (a big hit state occurs), and in the high-probability state, the win / fail lottery is won with a 1/30 probability. In the present embodiment, the ROM 502 is provided with a winning / failing determination table as a winning value storage means which is referred to when determining whether or not the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 corresponds to a jackpot. The success / failure determination table stores values corresponding to jackpots (hereinafter, referred to as “winning correspondence values”) in groups, and individually corresponds to each group, as identification information in ascending order from “1”. (Hereinafter referred to as “address number”). Specifically, in the winning / failing determination table, a winning corresponding value “7, 307” corresponding to the address number “1” and a winning corresponding value “8 to 16, 308 to 316” corresponding to the address number “2”. It is remembered.

  Here, various game modes will be described. In the present embodiment, the game mode (game state) is switched between a normal mode, a certain change mode, and a time reduction mode.

  The normal mode refers to a normal state other than the probability change mode and the time reduction mode. Therefore, in the normal mode, the jackpot probability (the jackpot state winning probability) is a normal low probability (for example, 1/300).

  In addition, the probability change mode means that the “7” is stopped and displayed on the first or second special display device 43L, 43R (the probability change symbol is stopped and displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42), so that the “variable hit” is obtained. Or the “2” is stopped and displayed on the first special display device 43L (the chance symbol is stopped and displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42), resulting in “special probability change”, and the jackpot probability after the end of the jackpot Indicates a state that is higher than that in the normal mode (for example, 1/30). Note that the probability change mode is continued until the next big hit state occurs.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the probability change mode, not only the jackpot probability is increased, but also the variable display time on the special display devices 43L and 43R is shortened (the time is reduced). In addition, the opening time of the start winning unit 33 (opening / closing member 33c) per winning becomes longer and the number of times of opening increases as compared with the normal mode. As a result, the time period in which the start winning unit 33 is in the open state becomes longer, so that game balls frequently enter the start winning unit 33 (lower winning opening 33b), and the jackpot lottery continues. As well as being done, it will be in a good state of possession. Therefore, the probable change mode can be rephrased as a high probability, time reduction, and high ball entry state.

  In the probable change mode, the fluctuation time in the ordinary symbol display device 41 is shortened, and the probability that the symbol “停止” is stopped and displayed on the ordinary symbol display device 41 (winning probability of open lottery) is made higher than in the ordinary mode. Or it may be.

  The time reduction mode means that the display is stopped at "3" on the first or second special display device 43L, 43R (it is stopped and displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42 with a normal symbol other than the predetermined variable symbol. ), A "normal jackpot" is set, and after the jackpot state ends, the game mode is set over a total of 100 variable displays performed on the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R. The time reduction mode is a game mode in which the jackpot probability is the same low probability as in the normal mode and the ratio of the open state to the closed state per unit time in the start winning unit 33 is higher than the ratio in the normal mode. That is, the same state (low probability, time reduction, high ball entry state) is obtained except for the difference in the jackpot probability (winning probability in the jackpot state). Note that, in the time reduction mode, even if the big hit state does not occur, the special display devices 43L and 43R perform a total of 100 times of variable display and then shift to the normal mode.

  The mode determination counter C2 as the mode-type random number generating means and the winning-type random number generating means adds, for example, one by one in the range of 0 to 19, and after reaching the upper limit value (that is, 19), returns to 0 as the lower limit value. It is configured to return. In the present embodiment, the mode determination counter C2 determines the type of the jackpot state, that is, which one of “probable jackpot”, “normal jackpot”, and “special jackpot” is given.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the classification of the jackpot state differs between the case where the gaming ball has won the upper winning opening 33a and the case where the gaming ball has won the lower winning opening 33b. Specifically, when the game ball has won the winning opening 33a, if the value of the mode determination counter C2 is "0 to 8", the provision of the "probable change big hit" is determined, and if the value is "9 to 12". The application of “special probability change” is determined, and if it is “13 to 19”, the application of “normal jackpot” is determined. That is, in the case of winning the winning or losing lottery triggered by the winning in the winning prize opening 33a, "probable change jackpot" is obtained with a probability of 45%, "special probability change" is obtained with a probability of 20%, and "special probability change" is obtained with a probability of 35%. Usually a jackpot ".

  On the other hand, when the game ball has won the lower winning opening 33b, if the value of the mode determination counter C2 is "0 to 12", the provision of "probable change big hit" is determined, and if the value is "13 to 19", the "normal big hit" is determined. Is determined. That is, in the case where the winning or losing lottery triggered by the winning in the lower winning opening 33b is won, the probability of winning is “probable jackpot” with a probability of 65% and “normal jackpot” with a probability of 35%. Does not occur).

  In the present embodiment, the ROM 502 is provided with a mode type determination table as a mode type determination value storage unit which is referred to when determining which jackpot corresponds to the value of the mode determination counter C2. I have. The mode type determination table stores the values corresponding to the jackpot types in groups and stores the numbers as identification information in ascending order from “1” (hereinafter “address number”) corresponding to each group individually. "). Specifically, in the mode type determination table, “0 to 8” corresponding to the address number “1”, a winning corresponding value “9 to 12” corresponding to the address number “2”, and corresponding to the address number “3” "13 to 19" are stored.

  The mode determination counter C2 is updated periodically (once for each timer interrupt in the present embodiment), and the value of the mode determination counter C2 is stored in the mode determination counter buffer. Then, at the timing when the game ball wins the upper winning opening 33a or the lower winning opening 33b of the starting winning unit 33, the value of the mode determination counter C2 stored in the mode determination counter buffer is changed to the special fluctuation holding area (first (Special fluctuation reservation area or second special fluctuation reservation area).

  Further, the variation selection counter C3 as a reach random number generating means is configured to add one by one in order within a range of, for example, 0 to 238, and after reaching the upper limit value (that is, 238), return to 0 as the lower limit value. I have. In the present embodiment, the variation selection counter C3 causes the decorative symbol to reach, and then the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol. "Leach other than front and rear departures" in which the symbol stops except before and after the reach symbol and "complete departure" in which no reach occurs are to be selected by lottery. In the present embodiment, a reach determination value stored in the ROM 502 is referred to when determining whether the value of the variation selection counter C3 is a value corresponding to the occurrence of the reach state and which reach is determined. A reach determination table is provided as a means. In the reach determination table, values of “0 to 238” are stored, C3 = 0, 1 corresponds to the out-of-order reach, C3 = 2 to 21 corresponds to reach other than the out-of-order reach, and C3 = 22 to 238 is complete. It is configured to fall off.

  The variation selection counter C3 is updated periodically (in this embodiment, once for each timer interrupt), and the value of the variation selection counter C3 is stored in the variation selection counter buffer. Then, at the timing when the game ball wins the upper winning opening 33a or the lower winning opening 33b of the starting winning unit 33, the value of the fluctuation selection counter C3 stored in the fluctuation selection counter buffer is changed to the special fluctuation holding area (first (Special fluctuation reservation area or second special fluctuation reservation area).

  In addition, one of the two variation type counters CS1 and CS2 is, for example, sequentially added one by one within a range of 0 to 198, and after reaching the upper limit value (that is, 198), is the lower limit value. The other variation type counter CS2 is incremented by one in the range of, for example, 0 to 240, and reaches the upper limit value (i.e., 240), and then returns to the lower limit value of 0. It has become. In the following description, CS1 is also referred to as “first variation type counter” and CS2 is also referred to as “second variation type counter”. This is also shown in FIG. The first variation type counter CS1 determines the reach type (reach pattern) of decorative symbols such as so-called normal reach, super reach, premium reach, and other rough symbol variations, and the second variation type counter CS2 determines the final after the occurrence of reach. A finer pattern variation mode such as an elapsed time (in other words, the number of variable symbols) until the stop symbol (in this embodiment, the middle symbol) stops is determined. Therefore, by combining these variation type counters CS1 and CS2, a variety of variation patterns can be easily realized. It is also possible to determine the symbol variation mode only by the first variation type counter CS1, or to determine the symbol variation mode similarly by combining the first variation type counter CS1 and the stop symbol.

  In the present embodiment, when a “big hit” occurs, one of normal reach, super reach, and premium reach is selected, and when “out-of-reach reach” occurs, the normal reach and the super reach are selected. When either one is selected and “reach other than front and rear departure” occurs, the normal reach is selected. In the case of "complete departure", none of the normal reach, the super reach, and the premium reach are selected.

  Further, the fluctuation type counters CS1 and CS2 are updated once each time a normal process described later is executed once, and are repeatedly updated even within the remaining time of the normal process. Then, the buffer values of CS1 and CS2 are acquired when the decorative symbol display device 42 determines the variation pattern at the time of starting the variation of the decorative symbol.

  Note that the size and range of each counter are merely examples, and can be arbitrarily changed. However, it is desirable that the sizes of the jackpot random number counter C1, the variation selection counter C3, and the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are all different prime numbers, and that the values are not synchronized in any case.

  Further, the ordinary symbol random number counter C4 is configured as a loop counter which is incremented by 1 in order within a range of, for example, 0 to 9 and returns to an upper limit value (that is, 9 and then returns to a lower limit value of 0. Normal symbols). The random number counter C4 is updated periodically (once every timer interrupt in this embodiment), and the value of the normal symbol random number counter C4 is acquired when the game ball passes through the right or left through gate 34. The number of random numbers to be won is six, and the range is “3 to 8.” Then, when the value of the ordinary symbol random number counter C4 to be won is acquired, the variable display is performed on the ordinary symbol display device 41. Is performed for a predetermined time, the symbol corresponding to the winning (in this example, “○”) is stopped and displayed, and the start winning unit 33 (opening / closing member 33c) is opened for a predetermined time.

  In the present embodiment, the probability that the symbol corresponding to the winning is stopped and displayed on the ordinary symbol display device 41, that is, the winning probability of the open lottery as to whether or not the start winning unit 33 is in the open state is determined by which mode. But it is common. Further, in the probability change mode and the time saving mode, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation display performed by the normal symbol display device 41 is shorter than in the normal mode.

  Next, each control process executed by the CPU 501 in the main control device 261 will be described with reference to flowcharts. The processing of the CPU 501 is roughly divided into a main processing started when the power is turned on, a timer interrupt processing started periodically (in a 2 msec cycle in the present embodiment), and a stop signal to an NMI terminal (non-maskable terminal). There is an NMI interrupt process activated by the input of ".". For convenience of explanation, first, the timer interrupt process and the NMI interrupt process will be described, and then the main process will be described.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process. This process is executed by the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 every 2 msec, for example.

  In FIG. 23, first, in step S301, a process of reading various winning switches is executed. That is, the state of various switches (excluding the RAM erase switch 323) connected to the main controller 261 is read, and the state of the switch is determined to store detection information (prize detection information and the like).

  Further, in the present embodiment, in step S301, the state of the front frame opening detection switch 91 and the inner frame opening detection switch 92 is checked to determine whether the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 are open, When the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 are open, setting for outputting a signal indicating that the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 are open is performed. Then, based on the setting, a signal is output to the external terminal board 240 during the external output processing of the normal processing. Further, although not shown in the drawings, the pachinko machine 10 is provided with fraud detection means capable of detecting fraudulent radio waves and magnetic force. In step S301, the state of the fraud detection means is confirmed, and It is determined whether or not the illegal operation is performed, and if the illegality is confirmed, a setting for outputting a signal indicating that the illegality is performed is performed. Then, based on the setting, a signal is output to the external terminal board 240 during the external output processing of the normal processing.

  In the present embodiment, when there is a prize in the variable prize device 32 (detection by the count switch 223), it is determined whether or not a big hit flag indicating whether or not a big hit state is on is determined. If the winning in the variable winning device 32 is confirmed even though the state is not in the state, the setting of the ball entry error is performed, and the external output processing in the normal processing is performed based on the setting of the error. A signal is output to the terminal board 240, and the error display lamp 104 is turned on.

  In step S302, a random number initial value update process is performed. Specifically, the random number initial value counter CINI is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (599 in this example).

  In step S303, a random number update process is performed. More specifically, the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, the variation selection counter C3, and the normal symbol random number counter C4 are each incremented by one, and their counter values are set to the maximum values (in the present embodiment, 599, 19, 238, 9) are cleared to 0, respectively. Then, the updated values of the counters C1, C2, C3, C4 are stored in the corresponding buffer areas of the RAM 503.

  Thereafter, in a step S304, a start winning process is executed in accordance with the winning in the starting winning unit 33, and in a step S305, a through gate passing process in accordance with the passing of the game ball to the through gate 34 is executed. Thereafter, the timer interrupt processing is temporarily terminated.

  Here, the start winning process in step S304 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  First, in step S501, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the lower winning opening 33b based on the detection information of the second start winning switch 224b. If an affirmative determination is made in step S501, in step S502, the value of the lower hold counter Nb that counts the number of holdings of the variable display triggered by winning in the lower winning opening 33b is set to the upper limit value (“4” in the present embodiment). ) Is determined. If an affirmative determination is made in step S502, the process proceeds to step S503, and the lower hold counter Nb is incremented by one.

  In the following step S504, the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, and the variation selection counter C3 updated in the random number updating process in step S303 are stored in the first special variation reservation area among the free reservation areas. Store in area.

  After step S504, or when a negative determination is made in step S501 or step S502, the process proceeds to step S505.

  In step S505, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the upper winning opening 33a based on the detection information of the first start winning unit switch 224a. If a negative determination is made in step S505, the process ends. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made, in step S506, the value of the upper hold counter Na that counts the number of holdings of the variable display triggered by winning in the upper winning opening 33a is set to the upper limit value (“4” in the present embodiment). ) Is determined. If a negative determination is made in step S506, the present process ends. On the other hand, when an affirmative determination is made in step S506, the process proceeds to step S507, and the upper hold counter Na is incremented by one.

  In the subsequent step S508, the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the mode determination counter C2, and the variation selection counter C3 are stored in the first of the available free areas of the first special variation holding area. After step S508, the process ends.

  Next, the through gate passage processing in step S305 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S601, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the through gate 34 based on the detection information of the through gate switch 225.

  If a negative determination is made in step S601, the process ends. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S601, that is, if it is determined that the game ball has passed through the through gate 34, the number of suspended variable displays performed by the ordinary symbol display device 41 is counted in step S602. It is determined whether or not the value of the normal hold counter Nc is less than the upper limit (4 in the present embodiment). If a negative determination is made here, the present process is terminated. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S602, that is, if the passage of the game ball to the through gate 34 is confirmed and the value of the ordinary holding counter Nc <4, the process proceeds to step S603, and the ordinary holding counter Nc is incremented by one.

  In the subsequent step S604, a random number related to the success or failure is obtained. Specifically, the value of the ordinary symbol random number counter C4 updated in the random number updating process in step S303 is stored in the first of the free storage areas of the ordinary fluctuation holding area of the RAM 503. Thereafter, the through gate passage process ends.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the NMI interrupt process. This process is executed by the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to a power failure or the like. By the NMI interrupt, the state of main controller 261 at the time of power-off is stored in backup area 503a of RAM 503.

  That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, a power failure signal SK1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 542 to the NMI terminal of the CPU 501 in the main control device 261. Then, the CPU 501 interrupts the control being executed and starts the NMI interrupt process. In step S401, the power-off occurrence information is stored in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503 as the power-off occurrence information setting, and the NMI interrupt process is executed. finish.

  Note that the above-described NMI interrupt process is also executed in the payout control device 311 in the same manner, and the power-off occurrence information is stored in the backup area 513a of the RAM 513 by the NMI interrupt. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SK1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 542 to the NMI terminal of the CPU 511 in the payout control device 311 and the CPU 511 interrupts the control being executed. 24 to start the NMI interrupt processing of FIG. The contents are as described above.

  Next, a flow of a main process executed by the CPU 501 in the main control device 261 will be described with reference to a flowchart of FIG. This main process is started with a reset at the time of power-on.

  First, in step S101, an initial setting process accompanying power-on is executed. Specifically, for example, 1 is set in order to set a predetermined value in the stack pointer and wait for the sub-side control device (the sub-control device 262, the payout control device 311 and the like) to become operable. The wait process is executed for about a second. In the following step S102, RAM access is permitted.

  After that, a data backup process is executed for the RAM 503 in the CPU 501. That is, in step S103, it is determined whether or not the RAM erase switch 323 provided in the power supply 313 is pressed (ON). If the switch is pressed, the process proceeds to step S112 to clear (erase) the backup data. I do. On the other hand, if the RAM erase switch 323 has not been pressed, it is determined in subsequent step S104 whether or not power-off information has been set in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503. Here, if the setting is not made, the backup data is not stored, so that the process also proceeds to step S112 in this case. If the power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 503a, a RAM determination value is calculated in step S105, and in subsequent step S106, it is determined whether or not the RAM determination value matches the RAM determination value stored when the power was turned off. That is, the validity of the backup is determined. If the calculated RAM determination value does not match the RAM determination value stored when the power is turned off, the backed-up data has been destroyed, and the process also proceeds to step S112 in this case.

  In the process of step S112, an initialization command is transmitted to initialize the sub-control device 262, the payout control device 311, and the like, which are sub-side control devices. Thereafter, the process proceeds to the initialization processing of the RAM (step S113 and the like). The RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at a work area address of the RAM 503. Instead of the RAM determination value, the validity of the backup can be determined based on whether the keyword written in a predetermined area of the RAM 503 is correctly stored.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, when it is desired to return to the initial state when the power is turned on, for example, when the hall is opened, the power is turned on while pressing the RAM erase switch 323. Therefore, if the RAM erase switch 323 is ON, the process proceeds to RAM initialization processing (step S113 and the like). In addition, when the power-off information is not set, or when a backup abnormality is confirmed by the RAM determination value (such as a checksum value), the process also proceeds to the initialization processing of the RAM 503 (step S113 and the like). That is, in step S113, the used area of the RAM 503 is cleared to 0, and in subsequent step S114, the initial value of the RAM 503 is set. After that, in step S111, interruption permission is set, and the process proceeds to normal processing described later.

  On the other hand, when the RAM erase switch 323 is not pressed (step S103: NO), the condition is that the power-off occurrence information is set and the RAM determination value (checksum value, etc.) is normal. Then, the process at the time of power restoration (the process at the time of power-off restoration) is executed. That is, in step S107, the stack pointer before the power-off is restored, and in step S108, the information of the occurrence of the power-off is cleared. In step S109, a command for returning the control device on the sub side to the gaming state when the power is turned off is transmitted. In step S110, the use register is returned from the backup area 503a of the RAM 503. After that, in step S111, interruption permission is set, and the process proceeds to normal processing described later.

  Next, the flow of the normal processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In this normal processing, main processing of the game is executed. As an outline, the processing in steps S201 to S210 is executed as a periodic processing with a period of 4 msec, and the counter updating processing in steps S211 and S212 is executed in the remaining time.

  First, in step S201, a control signal based on the settings of the special display devices 43L and 43R and the start winning unit 33 updated in the previous process is transmitted to each device, and output data such as a command is output to each sub-device. Executes external output processing for transmission to the control device.

  For example, when the decorative symbol display device 42 displays a decorative symbol in a variable manner, a variable pattern command, a symbol command, and the like are transmitted to the sub-control device 262. That is, the fluctuation pattern command and the symbol command are output to the sub-control device 262 in order to cause the decorative symbol display device 42 to perform a display effect in accordance with the display performed by the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R. This command corresponds to the command information in the present embodiment. Therefore, the function of this external output processing constitutes the command information output means in the present embodiment. On the other hand, the sub-control device 262 that has input the variation pattern command, the symbol command, and the like determines the variation mode of the decorative symbol display device 42 based on the various commands, and displays the variation mode on the decorative symbol display device 42. An instruction is issued to the display control device 45 to perform (variable display).

  For convenience, the variation pattern command and the like will be described here. The fluctuation pattern command includes information for specifying the fluctuation type of the decorative symbol, such as normal reach, super reach, and premium reach. In the present embodiment, for example, in the normal mode, any one of “FF10”, “FF11”, “FF12”, “FF13”, “FF14”, “FF15”, “FF16”, and “FF17” is used as a variation pattern command. Is set. In the probable change mode, “FD10”, “FD11”, “FD12”, “FD13”, “FD14”, “FD15”, “FD16”, and “FD17” are set. “FE11”, “FE12”, “FE13”, “FE14”, “FE15”, “FE16”, and “FE17” are set. On the other hand, the relationship between these variation pattern commands and the variation types of the decorative symbols is stored in the sub-control device 262 in a table. Then, the sub control device 262 executes the effect pattern corresponding to the variation pattern command.

  Hereinafter, the variation type of the decorative symbol and the correspondence between the variation type and the variation pattern command will be described.

  The normal reach is a reach pattern in which no special effect display is performed except for the variation of the decorative pattern. Then, in the variation pattern command corresponding to the normal reach, “FF11” is set in the normal mode, “FD11” is set in the positive variation mode, and “FE11” is set in the time reduction mode. In the present embodiment, the variable display time for deriving the normal reach is set to “20 seconds” in the normal mode, “8 seconds” in the positive change mode, and “10 seconds” in the time reduction mode.

  In the super reach, a character or the like is displayed on the decorative symbol display device 42 in addition to the decorative symbol during the fluctuation display of the decorative symbol (after the reach state is established), thereby providing a reach pattern that gives the player an expectation. is there. In the present embodiment, three types of super-reach patterns (super-reach SR1, SR2, SR3) of 30 seconds, 40 seconds, and 50 seconds in the normal mode are prepared. Note that the fluctuation display time in the probability change mode and the time reduction mode is shorter than that in the normal mode, as in the case of the normal reach. Corresponding to each reach pattern, in the case of the super reach SR1, "FF12" in the normal mode, "FD12" in the probable mode, and "FE12" in the time reduction mode are set as the variation pattern commands. In the case of the super reach SR2, “FF13” is set in the normal mode, “FD13” is set in the probable change mode, and “FE13” is set in the time reduction mode. In the case of the super reach SR3, "FF14" is set in the normal mode, "FD14" in the positive change mode, and "FE14" in the time reduction mode.

  The premium reach is an effect mode that can be derived only when the jackpot state occurs. During the decorative display change display (after the reach state is established), a character or the like having a pattern different from the super reach is displayed in addition to the decorative pattern. This is a reach pattern that gives the player a sense of expectation. In the premium reach of the present embodiment, two types (premium reach PR1 and PR2) of a pattern of 60 seconds and 70 seconds in the normal mode are prepared. Note that the fluctuation display time in the probability change mode and the time reduction mode is shorter than that in the normal mode, as in the case of the normal reach. Corresponding to each reach pattern, in the case of the premium reach PR1, "FF15" in the normal mode, "FD15" in the probable change mode, and "FE15" in the time shortening mode are set in the variation pattern command. In the case of the premium reach PR2, "FF16" is set in the normal mode, "FD16" in the probability change mode, and "FE16" in the time reduction mode.

  In addition, as the variation pattern command corresponding to “completely deviating” that does not reach any of the reach states, “FF10” in the normal mode, “FD10” in the positive variation mode, and “FE10” in the time reduction mode are set as the variation pattern commands. . In the present embodiment, the variable display time for completely deviating is set to 10 seconds in the normal mode. Of course, the fluctuation display time in the probable change mode and the time reduction mode is shorter than that in the normal mode as in the case of the normal reach.

  Further, as described above, in the present embodiment, when the “special probability change” is reached, the reach state does not occur in the decorative symbol display device 42 and “3”. The symbols “4” and “1” (chance symbols) are stopped and displayed. In the present embodiment, “FF17” in the normal mode, “FD17” in the probable mode, and “FE17” in the time reduction mode are set as the variation pattern commands corresponding to “special probability variation”.

  In addition, the sub-control device 262 determines a stop symbol (combination of stop symbols) based on the symbol command, and displays it after the elapse of the fluctuation time. The symbol command is a command for causing the sub-control device 262 to determine a stop symbol, and includes a combination of probable symbols, a combination of normal symbols, a combination of symbols deviating before and after, a combination of symbols other than those deviating from front and rear, and a symbol combination of completely deviating symbols. The combination and the combination of chance designs are designated in six categories. These divisions are indicated by, for example, “A1”, “A2”, “A3”, “A4”, “A5”, “A6”, and any of these is set as a symbol command. On the other hand, the relationship between these commands and the stop symbols is stored in a table in the sub control device 262. Then, the sub control device 262 displays a stop symbol corresponding to the symbol command.

  Hereinafter, the classification of the stop symbols and the correspondence between the stop symbols and the symbol commands will be described.

  The combination of probable variation symbols is a combination of symbols consisting of slots of numbers 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9, and the symbol command corresponding to the combination of probability variation symbols is set to “A1”. When the symbol command is set to “A1” indicating a probable symbol, the sub-control device 262 selects one of the symbol combinations consisting of the numbers 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 Is determined as a stop symbol.

  The combination of the normal symbols is a combination of the symbols consisting of the numbers 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8, and the symbol command corresponding to the combination of the normal symbols is set to “A2”. Then, when “A2” indicating a normal symbol is set in the symbol command, the sub-control device 262 selects one of the symbol combinations including the numbers 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8 Is determined as a stop symbol.

  The combination of the front and rear departure symbols corresponds to the "front and rear departure reach" in which the final stop symbol is shifted by one before and after the reach symbol after the reach occurs, and corresponds to the front and rear departure combination. “A3” is set in the symbol command. Combinations of symbols other than front and rear deviations correspond to "reach other than front and rear deviations" in which the final stop symbol stops at locations other than the front and rear of the reach symbol after reach occurs, and correspond to combinations of symbols other than front and rear deviations. “A4” is set in the command. The combination of completely deviated symbols corresponds to "completely deviated" in which no reach occurs, and "A5" is set in the symbol command corresponding to the completely deviated symbol combination. “A6” is set in the symbol command corresponding to the combination of the chance symbols. Incidentally, there is only one chance symbol, and in this example, the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in each symbol display area are “3”, “4”, and “1” from the top.

  As will be described later in detail, when “A3” to “A5” are set in the symbol command, the sub-control device 262 stops the combination of the symbols stored in the corresponding counter buffer of the RAM 553. To be determined. When the symbol command is set to “A6”, the sub-control device 262 selects a chance symbol as a combination of decorative symbols. In the present embodiment, three commands "A3" to "A5" are prepared as the symbol commands for disconnection. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a configuration having only one symbol command for disconnection may be used. Good.

  In the external output process of S201, a process of outputting a signal to the external terminal board 240 is also performed. That is, the signal lines for electrically connecting the input / output port 505 of the main control device 261 and (the input side of the photocoupler 497 of) the relay board 491 to which the external terminal board 240 is attached are 10 pairs in two. There is a set, and a signal is output from the main control device 261 to an external device such as a hall computer via the various signal lines, the relay board 491, and the external terminal board 240 in response to various triggers.

  For example, when the jackpot is in the jackpot state (when the jackpot flag is ON), the first, third, and fourth terminals of the terminal members 403 (first to tenth terminal units) provided in a pair of upper and lower pairs are provided. Are output to the first, third, and fourth signal lines corresponding to. By outputting a signal in accordance with the jackpot state, it is possible to notify a player or a person involved in the hall that a jackpot has occurred (during a jackpot). Incidentally, based on the signal, the total number of jackpots of the current day can be displayed by a data counter device installed above each pachinko machine 10 in the island facility of the game hall.

  When the variable display is stopped and displayed on the special display devices 43L and 43R (when the stop display setting and the discriminating information setting process in the first display control process (see FIG. 27) are performed), the terminal corresponds to the second terminal. A signal is output to the second signal line. By outputting a signal in response to the fluctuation stop in the special display devices 43L and 43R, the fluctuation display of the special display devices 43L and 43R is stopped for the player or the person related to the hall, and the fluctuation display is performed. The number of times can be reported. Incidentally, based on the signal, the data counter device can also display the total number of changes in the special display devices 43L and 43R from the end of the previous jackpot state to the present. In addition, the total number of fluctuations of today can be displayed.

  In the case of the time saving mode (when the high probability state flag is off but the time reduction state flag is on), a signal is output to the third signal line corresponding to the third terminal. That is, a signal is output to the third signal line during the jackpot and the time saving mode. By outputting a signal corresponding to the time saving mode, it is possible to notify the person in charge of the hall that the time saving mode is being used.

  When in the probability change mode (when the high probability state flag is ON), a signal is output to the fourth signal line corresponding to the fourth terminal. That is, a signal is output to the fourth signal line during the jackpot and the probability change mode. By outputting a signal corresponding to the probable change mode, it is possible to notify a person related to the hall that the probable change mode is being performed. In addition, the data counter device can display the number of times the probability has changed.

  When a game ball enters the upper winning opening 33a, a signal is output to a fifth signal line corresponding to the fifth terminal, and when a game ball enters the lower winning opening 33b, a signal is output to the sixth terminal. A signal is output to the corresponding sixth signal line. By outputting a signal in response to the ball entering the winning prize opening 33a and the lower prize opening 33b, it is possible to notify the person related to the hall that the ball has entered the upper prize opening 33a and the lower winning prize 33b. it can. Thereby, it is possible to grasp that a jackpot state has been illegally generated even though there is no ball entering the winning award opening 33a and the winning award opening 33b. In addition, by counting such information, the total number of times of ball entry into the upper winning opening 33a and the lower winning opening 33b can be grasped.

  When various errors such as fraud are detected (when a dispensing abnormality signal or the like is received), a signal is output to the seventh signal line corresponding to the seventh terminal. By outputting a signal in response to the occurrence of the error, it is possible to notify the player or the person related to the hall that the error has occurred. Therefore, deterrence of fraud and the like and early detection can be achieved.

  When a prize ball is paid out, a signal is output to the eighth signal line corresponding to the eighth terminal (for example, every time 10 prize balls are paid out). By outputting a signal in response to the payout of the prize ball, it is possible to notify the person in charge of the hall of the prize ball state. For example, in consideration of a game state when a prize ball is played, (based on a signal output via the external terminal board 240, whether the game mode is a big hit state, a time saving mode, a probable change mode, or a normal mode) ), The prize ball is paid out more than necessary (unnaturally), that is, for example, a large number of prize balls are paid out even if not in a jackpot state. It is also possible for the persons concerned to know, and it is possible to suppress fraud concerning payout of the prize ball and to find it early. Note that a signal may be output to the external terminal board 240 when the rental ball is paid out (for example, every time ten rental balls are leased).

  When the inner frame 12 is open, a signal is output to a ninth signal line corresponding to the ninth terminal. When the front frame set 14 is open, a tenth signal corresponding to the tenth terminal is output. A signal is output on the line. By outputting a signal in response to the opening of the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14, it is possible to notify a person involved in the hall that the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14 are open. Thereby, unauthorized opening of the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14 can be suppressed, and early detection can be performed. Generally, the island facility is provided with an infrared sensor or the like electrically connected to the hall computer corresponding to each pachinko machine 10, and a person in charge of the hall sends a signal to the hall computer via the infrared sensor or the like. Then, by opening the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14, it is possible to grasp that the person related to the hall has opened the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14.

  The content and number of information indicated by the signal output to the external terminal board 240 are not particularly limited. For example, depending on the model of the pachinko machine 10, the external terminal board 240 Some signals may not be output, or a signal indicating other information may be output to the external terminal board 240 in addition to or instead of the above-mentioned various signals or any of them. .

  Returning to the description of FIG. 22, in the step S202, the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are updated. More specifically, like the other counters, the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are incremented by one, and are cleared to 0 when their counter values reach the upper limit values (198 and 240 in the present embodiment). I do. Then, the updated values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503.

  In the following step S203, the winning ball counting signal received from the payout control device 311 is read. In step S203, it is determined whether or not the content of the payout command output to the payout control device 311 based on the various winning switches and the content of the prize ball counting signal received from the payout control device 311 match. In this case, a payout error is set, and based on the error setting, a signal is output to the external terminal plate 240 or the error display lamp 104 is turned on during the external output process of the normal process. Good.

  Next, in step S204, a payout abnormality (error) signal received from the payout control device 311 is read. In step S204, another abnormal (error) signal (for example, a signal indicating that an illegal radio wave or magnetic force has been detected) is read, or the inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14 are open. A signal may be read.

  Thereafter, in step S205, a first display control process is performed. In this process, what kind of control is performed in the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R is set, and the control content of the special display devices 43L and 43R is set. The setting of a pattern variation pattern (effect pattern) is performed. Details of the first display control process will be described later.

  In step S206, a variable winning device control process is executed. In this process, what kind of control is to be performed in the variable winning device 32 is set as the control content of the variable winning device 32. As a result, in the case of the big hit state (special game state), the opening and closing process of the big winning port of the variable winning device 32 is repeatedly executed for a predetermined number of rounds. The details of the variable winning device control processing will be described later.

  In step S207, a second display control process is performed. In this processing, what kind of control is performed in the ordinary symbol display device 41 is set, and the control content of the ordinary symbol display device 41 is set. Details of the second display control process will be described later.

  In step S208, a trigger corresponding unit control process is executed. In this process, what kind of control is to be performed in the start winning unit 33, the control content of the start winning unit 33 is set.

  Thereafter, in step S209, it is determined whether or not power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503. Here, if the power-off occurrence information is not set in the backup area 503a, in step S210, it is determined whether or not the execution timing of the next normal process has been reached, that is, a predetermined time from the start of the previous normal process (the present embodiment). It is determined whether or not 4 msec) has elapsed. If the predetermined time has elapsed, the process shifts to step S201, and the processes after step S201 are repeatedly executed.

  On the other hand, if the predetermined time has not yet elapsed since the start of the previous normal processing, the updating of the random number initial value counter CINI and the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 is performed within the remaining time until the next normal processing execution timing. It is repeatedly executed (step S211, step S212).

  That is, in step S211, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counter CINI is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value (599 in this example).

  In step S212, the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are updated (similar to step S202). Specifically, the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are incremented by one, and are cleared to 0 when their counter values reach the maximum values (198 and 240 in this example). Then, the change values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503.

  Here, since the execution time of each processing of steps S201 to S209 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal processing is not constant but fluctuates. Therefore, by repeatedly executing the update of the random number initial value counter CINI by using the remaining time, the random number initial value counter CINI (that is, the initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1) can be updated at random, and similarly, The type counters CS1 and CS2 can also be updated at random.

  If the power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503 (step S209: YES), it means that the power supply has been cut off, and the processing after step S213 is executed as a power failure processing at the time of power supply cut-off. Be done. In the power failure process, first, the occurrence of each interrupt process is prohibited in step S213, the contents of each register used by the CPU 501 are saved in the stack area in step S214, and the value of the stack pointer is saved in the backup area 503a in step S215. To memorize. Then, in step S216, a power-off notification command indicating that the power has been turned off is transmitted to another control device (such as the payout control device 311). Then, in step S217, a RAM determination value is calculated and stored in the backup area 503a. The RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at a work area address of the RAM 503. Thereafter, in step S218, the RAM access is prohibited, and the infinite loop is continued until the power is completely shut off and the processing cannot be executed.

  The processing in step S209 is performed when a series of processing corresponding to the game state change performed in steps S201 to S208 is completed, or when one cycle of the processing in steps S211 and S212 performed in the remaining time is completed. It is executed at a certain timing. Therefore, in the normal processing of the main controller 261, the power-off occurrence information is confirmed at the end of each processing, so that the amount of data stored in the backup area 503 a of the RAM 503 is smaller than when each processing is in progress. And can be easily stored. Further, when returning to the state before power-off, since the amount of data stored in the backup area 503a is small, it can be easily restored and the processing load of the main control device 261 can be reduced. . Further, since the occurrence of the interrupt process is prohibited before storing the data (step S213), it is possible to prevent data from being changed when the power is turned off, and to reliably store the state before the power is turned off. .

  Next, the first display control process in step S205 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In FIG. 27, in step S801, it is determined whether or not a jackpot is currently being performed with reference to a jackpot flag described later in detail. During the big hit, during the big hit state (special game state) and the predetermined time after the big hit state ends (the predetermined time after the big hit state ends is the normal game (special display device) after the big hit state ends. 43L and 43R), and generally, during this time period, the decorative symbol display device 42 displays the end of the big hit state and a mode indicating the mode given after the big hit). included. Further, a period from the time when the variable display is stopped and displayed on the special display devices 43L and 43R and the decorative symbol display device 42 in a manner corresponding to the jackpot until the variable winning device 32 (big winning opening) is opened. (In general, a display indicating the start of the big hit state is performed on the decorative symbol display device 42 during this time zone) is also included in the big hit.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S801, that is, if a jackpot is being hit, the present process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S801, a first display is performed in step S802. By checking the setting status of the flag, it is determined whether or not the variable display is being performed on the first or second special display device 43L, 43R (decorative symbol display device 42). Specifically, when the first display flag is set (in the case of the ON state), it is considered that the variable display is being performed, and when the first display flag is released (in the case of the OFF state), the variable display is performed. It is considered that the display is stopped, which is a state where the display is stopped. As will be described in detail later, the first display flag is turned on when the variable display of the first and second special display devices 43L and 43R is started (refer to step S917), and the first and second special display devices are turned on. When the variable display of the devices 43L and 43R is stopped and displayed (see step S811), the display is turned off.

  If a negative determination is made in step S802, that is, if neither a big hit nor a fluctuation display is being performed, the process proceeds to step S803, and the fluctuation display (second fluctuation display) triggered by the ball entering the lower winning opening 33b is performed. It is determined whether or not the value of the lower hold counter Nb that counts the number of holds in ()) is larger than 0.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S803, that is, if at least one second variable display is on hold, then in step S804, 1 is subtracted from the lower hold counter Nb. In the present embodiment, if the second variable display is held and stored by the determination processing in step S803, the second variable display is executed without executing the first variable display. In other words, even if the first variable display is held and stored earlier than the second variable display, the second variable display is prioritized and digested (the first variable display is postponed). ing.

  In the following step S805, a process of shifting the change information (data) stored in the second special change reservation area is executed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the reserved first to fourth areas of the second special fluctuation reserved area to the execution area side. The data in each area is shifted such as area → first reserved area, third reserved area → second reserved area, fourth reserved area → third reserved area, and so on. After step S805, in step S806, the process of causing the variation specifying lamp 40 to emit red light is performed, and in step S807, the variation information shifted to the execution area (information used to determine the content of the variation display). Turns on a lower fluctuation flag indicating whether or not corresponds to the lower winning opening 33b, and then proceeds to step S808.

  If a negative determination is made in step S803, that is, if no second variable display is held and stored, then in step S809, the variable display (first It is determined whether or not an upper hold counter Na for counting the number of holds (variation display) is larger than 0. If a negative determination is made in step S809, the process ends.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S809, in step S810, 1 is subtracted from the upper hold counter Na. In a succeeding step S811, a process of shifting the data stored in the first special fluctuation holding area is executed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas of the first special fluctuation holding area to the execution area side. The data in each area is shifted such as area → first reserved area, third reserved area → second reserved area, fourth reserved area → third reserved area, and so on. After step S811, in step S812, a process of causing the variation specifying lamp 40 to emit blue light is performed, and in step S813, it is determined whether the variation information shifted to the execution area corresponds to the lower winning opening 33b. After turning off the lower fluctuation flag shown, the flow shifts to step S808. In this embodiment, the execution area of the special change suspension area is one, and the change information (data) stored in the first special change reservation area and the second special change reservation area is a change based on the data. When displaying, the display is shifted to the common execution area.

  In step S808, a variable display setting process is performed. Here, the details of the variable display setting processing will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, in step S901, it is determined whether or not a high-probability state flag, which will be described in detail later, is on, and whether or not a high-probability state is set. If an affirmative determination is made in step S901, that is, if the state is in the high probability state, in step S902, the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 stored in the execution area of the special fluctuation holding area is changed to a value corresponding to the jackpot It is determined whether it is one of the values (values stored corresponding to the address numbers “1” and “2” in the determination table) “7 to 16, 307 to 316”.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S902, that is, if it is determined that the winning / losing lottery has been won in the high-probability state (a jackpot state occurs), the process proceeds to step S903, and the execution area of the special fluctuation holding area is set. Whether the stored value of the mode determination counter C2 matches any one of the values corresponding to the “normal jackpot” (the value stored corresponding to the address number “3” of the mode type determination table) “13 to 19” Determine whether or not.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S903, that is, if it is “normal jackpot”, a normal jackpot variation pattern is determined in step S904 and set as a variation pattern command. After that, in step S905, a normal symbol ("A2" in the present embodiment) is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921.

  If a negative determination is made in step S903, the process advances to step S906 to determine whether a lower fluctuation flag indicating whether or not the fluctuation information shifted to the execution area corresponds to a ball entering the lower winning opening 33b is turned on. Determine whether or not. If a positive determination is made in step S906, that is, any of the values “0 to 12” excluding the values “13 to 19” corresponding to “normal jackpot” among the values “0 to 19” of the mode determination counter C2. Also corresponds to the “probably variable jackpot”, in step S907, a variable probability jackpot variation pattern is determined and set as a variation pattern command. After that, in step S908, a probable variable symbol (“A1” in the present embodiment) is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921.

  In steps S904 and S907, the values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 503 are checked, and the decoration symbol is determined based on the values of the first and second variation type counters CS1 and CS2. The symbol variation mode is determined. The relationship between the value of the first variation type counter CS1 and the reach pattern (variation type) and the relationship between the value of the second variation type counter CS2 and the variation time are defined in advance by a table or the like for each game mode.

  Here, the correspondence between the values of the first variation type counter CS1 and the second variation type counter CS2 at the time of hitting and the variation type will be described. For example, at the time of the big hit in the normal mode, the correspondence is defined by a normal mode big hit table as shown in FIG. That is, when CS1 = 0 to 9, “FF11” (normal reach) is set in the variation pattern command regardless of the value of CS2. When CS1 = 10 to 196 and CS2 = 0 to 69, “FF12” (super reach SR1) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 10 to 196 and CS2 = 70 to 149, “FF13” (super reach SR2) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 10 to 196 and CS2 = 150 to 240, “FF14” (super reach SR3) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 197, 198 and CS2 = 0 to 120, “FF15” (premium reach PR1) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 197, 198 and CS2 = 121 to 240, “FF16” (premium reach PR2) is set in the variation pattern command.

  If a negative determination is made in step S906, that is, if the change information shifted to the execution area corresponds to the ball entering the winning opening 33a, the information stored in the execution area is stored in step S909. It is determined whether or not the value of the mode determination counter C2 matches any of the values "9 to 12" corresponding to the "special probability change" (the value stored corresponding to the address number "2" in the mode type determination table). I do. If a negative determination is made in step S909, that is, if it is a “probable change big hit”, the process proceeds to step S907.

  On the other hand, if the determination is affirmative in step S909, that is, if it is “special probable change”, a special probable change pattern is determined in step S910 and set as a change pattern command. After that, in step S911, a chance symbol (“A6” in the present embodiment) is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921. As described above, in the variation pattern command corresponding to “special probability change”, “FF17” in the normal mode, “FD17” in the probability change mode, and “FE17” in the time reduction mode are set according to the game state. You.

  If a negative determination is made in step S901, that is, if the state is a low probability state, in step S912, the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 stored in the execution area of the special fluctuation holding area is changed to a value corresponding to the jackpot ( It is determined whether or not the value matches a value stored in correspondence with the address number “1” of the hit / fail determination table) “7” or “307”. If an affirmative determination is made in step S912, that is, if it is determined in the low probability state that the winning / non-prize lottery has been won (a big hit state occurs), the process proceeds to step S903 to generate various big hit states. Perform processing. On the other hand, when a negative determination is made in step S912, the process proceeds to step S913.

  If a negative determination is made in step S902 or step S912, that is, if it is determined that the big hit state does not occur (is “out of place”), in step S913, the data is stored in the execution area with reference to the reach determination table. It is determined whether the value of the fluctuation selection counter C3 matches one of the values “0, 1” corresponding to “out-of-reach reach”. If an affirmative determination is made in step S913, that is, if “reach out of front and rear”, a front and rear reach variation pattern is determined in step S914 and set as a variation pattern command. After that, in step S915, the design which is out of order is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921.

  On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S912, in step S916, the value of the variation selection counter C3 stored in the execution area is set to the value “2” corresponding to “reach other than out-of-reach” by referring to the reach determination table. ... 21 ”is determined. If an affirmative determination is made in step S916, that is, if “reach other than front and rear departure”, a reach variation pattern other than front and rear departure is determined in step S917 and set as a variation pattern command. After that, in step S918, a symbol other than the front and rear departure is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921.

  If a negative determination is made in step S916, that is, if it is “completely out of range”, a outlier variation pattern is determined in step S919 and set as a variation pattern command. Thereafter, in step S920, a completely off symbol is set as a symbol command, and the process proceeds to step S921.

  When determining the variation pattern at the time of departure in steps S914, S917, and S919, the variation pattern is determined based on the values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 503. Are the same as in step S904 and step S907.

  Here, the correspondence between the value of the first variation type counter CS1 and the variation type when the reach state occurs will be described. For example, at the time of the forward / rearward reach during the normal mode, the correspondence is defined by a forward / rearward reach time table during the normal mode as shown in FIG. That is, when CS1 = 0 to 9, “FF11” (normal reach) is set in the variation pattern command regardless of the value of CS2. When CS1 = 10 to 198 and CS2 = 0 to 90, “FF12” (super reach SR1) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 10 to 198 and CS2 = 91 to 170, “FF13” (super reach SR2) is set in the variation pattern command. When CS1 = 10 to 198 and CS2 = 171 to 240, “FF14” (super reach SR3) is set in the variation pattern command. At the time of reach (C3 = 2 to 21) other than the deviation from the front / rear, normal reach is achieved regardless of the values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2, and "FF11" is set in the variation pattern command. Further, at the time of complete disconnection (C3 = 22 to 238), “FF10” is set in the variation pattern command regardless of the values of the variation type counters CS1 and CS2.

  Also, the symbol commands in steps S915, S918, and S920 indicate a predetermined section of a combination of missing symbols, similarly to the above steps S905, S908, and the like. More specifically, when “A3” indicating the combination of the front and rear departure symbols is set as the symbol command, the sub control device 262 that has received the symbol command receives the front and rear departures stored in the front and rear departure reach symbol buffer of the RAM 553. The combination of the symbols corresponding to the off-reach is determined as the stop symbol. When “A4” indicating a combination of symbols other than the front-back deviation is set in the symbol command, the sub-control device stores the combination of the symbols corresponding to the reach other than the front-rear-reach reach stored in the RAM 553 non-back-left-reach design symbol buffer. 262 is determined as a stop symbol. When "A5" indicating the combination of completely-missed symbols is set in the symbol command, the sub-control device 262 sets the combination of symbols corresponding to completely-off symbols stored in the completely-off symbol buffer of the RAM 553 as a stop symbol. decide.

  By the way, in step S921, start setting processing indicating that the condition for performing the switching display (variable display) on the special display devices 43L and 43R is satisfied is performed. In this start setting process, the first display flag indicating whether or not the variable display is being performed on the special display devices 43L and 43R is turned on, and the first display timer is set. The first display timer is a unit that measures the fluctuation time (remaining time of the fluctuation display) in the special display devices 43L and 43R, and is considered when determining whether a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the fluctuation display. . In the present embodiment, a value corresponding to the variation pattern of the decorative symbol selected by the variation type counters CS1 and CS2 is set as the variation display time of the special display devices 43L and 43R. Based on the setting of the first display timer, when a control signal to start switching display (variable display) is output to the special display devices 43L and 43R in the next external output process of the normal process, Switching display (variable display) is started on the special display devices 43L and 43R. The special display devices 43L and 43R are 7-segment display devices as described above, and are "7" if the displayed character is "-", "3" if "7", and "3" if "7". To “−” if “2” or “2” (“2” is not displayed for the second special display device 42R; to “−” if the displayed character is “3”) ) Perform switching display. Then, after the end of step S921, the variable display setting process ends.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 27, when the affirmative determination is made in step S802, that is, when the variable display is being performed, the process proceeds to step S814 to perform the first display timer subtraction process. Each time this process is performed, the value of the first display timer is decremented by 4 msec. For example, if the fluctuation time is 10 seconds (10000 msec), “2500” is set for the first display timer, and 1 is subtracted every 4 msec.

  Subsequently, the process proceeds to step S815, and it is determined whether or not a predetermined fluctuation time has elapsed by taking into account the value of the first display timer after the subtraction. At this time, when the predetermined fluctuation time has elapsed, that is, when the value of the first display timer has become “0”, an affirmative determination is made in step S815.

  When a negative determination is made in step S815, in step S819, a switching display setting for continuously performing the switching display (variable display) of the special display devices 43L and 43R is performed, and the process ends. In the external output process in the next normal process, a control signal for performing the switching display is output to the special display devices 43L and 43R based on the setting content of the switching display setting. Specifically, if the currently displayed character is "-", it is "7", if it is "7", it is "3", if it is "3", it is "2", and if it is "2", it is "-". ("-" In the case of "3" for the second special display device 43R). As a result, the switching display (variable display) of the special display devices 43L and 43R is realized at the timing of the first display control process, that is, every 4 ms.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S815, the first display flag is released (turned off) in step S816, and stop display setting for performing stop display on the special display devices 43L and 43R is performed in step S817. . Based on the setting contents of the stop display setting, a control signal for performing stop display on the special display devices 43L and 42R is output in the external output processing in the next normal processing. That is, "7" is stop-displayed (for example, lighted for only a few seconds) in the case of a probability change jackpot accompanied by a shift to the probability change mode, and "3" is displayed in the case of a normal jackpot accompanied by a shift to the time reduction mode. A stop display is performed, and if a special probable change accompanied by a shift to the probable change mode is performed, “2” is stop-displayed; Again, the main display is the stop display by the special display devices 43L and 43R, and the display of the decorative symbols by the decorative symbol display device 42 is merely auxiliary.

  Subsequently, after performing the determination information setting process in step S818, the present process ends. Here, the determination information setting process will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, in step S1001, it is determined whether or not the stop display corresponds to the big hit based on the big hit random number counter C1 stored in the execution area of the special fluctuation holding area. Here, if a big hit is to be dealt with, the process moves to step S1002, and a big hit is set. Specifically, a setting process of a jackpot flag, a first variable flag, a first variable timer, a round number counter, a winning counter, and the like are performed. Then, after the end of step S1002, the determination information setting process ends.

  The big hit flag is state determination information for determining whether or not a special hit state is a big hit state. Here, "1" indicating occurrence of a big hit state is set (turned on) as a flag value. The value of the jackpot flag is determined based on the value of the jackpot random number counter C1.

  The first variable flag is determination information for determining whether or not the variable winning device 32 (large winning opening) is in an open state.

  The first variable timer is a means for measuring the opening time of the variable winning device 32 and the like, and is referred to when determining whether or not a specified time has elapsed from the start of opening. In this example, “7500” is set as a value for the first variable timer. Thus, the maximum opening time per round (the longest time during which the variable winning device 32 is in the open state) is 30 seconds.

  The round number counter is discrimination information for discriminating the number of rounds executed during the jackpot state (the number of occurrences of the special prize state, that is, the number of executions of the opening / closing processing of the variable winning device 32). "15" is set as a value.

  The winning counter is a means for counting the number of gaming balls that have entered the variable winning device 32, and in this processing, “8” indicating the maximum number of winning balls per round is set as a value. In the switch reading process of the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 23), it is determined whether or not there is a ball in the variable winning device 32 based on the detection information of the count switch 223, and it is determined that there is a ball in the variable winning device 32. When determined, the value of the winning counter is decremented by one.

  In the present embodiment, in the case of “probable variable jackpot” and “normal jackpot”, as described above, “15” is set in the round number counter, “7500” is set in the first variable timer, and “8” is set in the winning counter. In the case of “special probability change”, “2” is set in the round number counter, “100” is set in the first variable timer, and “8” is set in the winning counter.

  If it is determined in step S1001 that the jackpot does not correspond to the jackpot, that is, it is determined that the hit has occurred, the process proceeds to step S1003.

  In step S1003, it is determined whether or not a change counter has been set. The fluctuation number counter is a means for measuring the duration of the time shortening state (how many times the fluctuation display is performed). As will be described later, “100” is set as the counter value after the end of the normal big hit.

  Here, when the counter value of the fluctuation number counter is “0”, the present process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the variation counter is set (when the counter value is other than “0”), it is considered that the time reduction state is being set, and in step S1004, a process of subtracting 1 from the variation counter is performed. Then, control goes to a step S1005.

  In step S1005, it is determined whether or not the counter value of the variation counter is “0”. That is, it is determined whether or not the current fluctuation display is the 100th fluctuation display after the end of the normal jackpot (after the time reduction state is given). Here, if the value of the change frequency counter is “0”, a process of turning off a high ball entry state flag described later is performed in step S1006, and a process of turning off a time reduction state flag described later is performed in step S1007. The process ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1005 that the counter value of the variation counter is not “0”, the processing ends.

  Next, the variable winning device control processing in step S206 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  First, in step S1201, it is determined whether the big hit flag is on. Here, if a negative determination is made, the present process is terminated.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S1201, in step S1202, the count value of the first variable timer is decremented by one. In a succeeding step S1203, it is determined whether or not the first variable flag is on.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S1203, that is, if the variable winning device 32 is in the open state, the process proceeds to step S1204, and whether or not the count value of the first variable timer is “0”, that is, one round It is determined whether or not the opening time of the variable winning device 32 is left.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1204, the process advances to step S1205 to determine whether or not the value of the winning counter is "0", that is, the number of gaming balls that have won the variable winning device 32 per round. It is determined whether or not the specified number (eight in this example) has been reached. If a negative determination is made in step S1204, that is, if the timing for closing the variable winning device 32 (timing of the end of the round) has not yet arrived, the present process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if a positive determination is made in step S1204 or step S1205, the process advances to step S1206 to determine whether or not the counter value of the round number counter is “0”, that is, the number of rounds (the number of times the variable prize device 32 has been opened). ) Is determined to have reached the specified number of times.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S1206, end setting processing is performed in step S1207, and this processing ends. In the end setting process of step S1207, the first variable flag and the big hit flag are turned off, and the setting process of the high probability state flag, the setting process of the time reduction state flag, the setting process of the high ball entry state flag, and the setting of the number of change counter are set. Processing and the like are performed.

  The high-probability state flag is state determination information for determining whether or not the game mode is the high-probability state. In the setting processing of the high-probability state flag, the high-probability state flag is stored in the execution area of the special fluctuation reserve ball storage area. The switching setting of the flag value is performed based on the value of the mode determination counter C2. As a result, when the high probability mode is set after the end of the jackpot (probable variable jackpot), “1” indicating the occurrence of the high probability state is set as the flag value, and the time reduction mode is set (normal jackpot). , “0” indicating the occurrence of a low probability state is set as a flag value.

  The time reduction state flag is state determination information for determining whether or not the game mode is the time reduction state. In the setting processing of the time reduction state flag, “1” indicating that the time reduction state is generated is set to “1”. Set as a flag value.

  The high ball entry state flag is state discrimination information for discriminating whether or not the game mode is the high ball entry state, and indicates that the high ball entry state is generated in the setting processing of the high ball entry state flag. “1” is set as the flag value.

  The change number counter is a means for measuring the duration of the time shortened state (how many times the change display is performed) as described above. In the setting process of the change number counter, the setting process of the high probability state flag is performed. Similarly, the switching setting of the variation counter is performed based on the value of the mode determination counter C2. Accordingly, when the time reduction mode is set (usually a big hit), “100” corresponding to 100 times of the fluctuation display is set as the value of the fluctuation number counter.

  In addition, when the jackpot setting (step S1002) is performed in the determination information setting process of FIG. 29, the high probability state flag, the time reduction state flag, and the high ball entry state flag (and the change number counter) are reset once (" 0 is set).

  If a negative determination is made in step S1206, that is, if the number of rounds has not reached the specified number, round feed processing is performed in step S1208, and this processing ends. In the round sending process, the value of the round number counter is decremented by one. That is, the opening / closing process is repeatedly performed until the number of executed rounds reaches a predetermined number set in advance. In the round sending process, the first variable flag is turned off, and the time (wait time) until the next round starts is set in the first variable timer.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1203, that is, if the wait period is between rounds, the flow advances to step S1209 to determine whether the value of the first variable timer is "0". .

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S1209, that is, if the wait period has ended and it is time to start the next round, round start processing is performed in step S1210. In the round start processing, the first variable flag is turned on, the opening time of the variable prize device 32 per round ("7500" in this example) is set for the first variable timer, and the prize counter is set. The maximum winning number per round ("8" in this example) is set. If a negative determination is made in step S1209, or if the round start process is completed in step S1210, the present process is terminated. In the case of “special probability change”, “400” is set for the first variable timer.

  Various control signals are output to the variable winning device 32 in the next external output process of the normal process based on the on / off state of the first variable flag. When the first variable flag is ON, a control signal for opening the big winning opening is output to the variable winning device 32, and the variable winning device 32 is opened. On the other hand, when the first variable flag is off, a control signal for closing the special winning opening is output to the variable winning device 32, and the variable winning device 32 is closed.

  Next, the second display control process in step S207 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In FIG. 32, in step S2101, the switching state (variable display) of the normal symbol display device 41 is displayed while watching the setting state of the second display flag indicating whether or not the variable display is being performed on the normal symbol display device 41. It is determined whether or not there is. Specifically, when the second display flag is on, it is considered that the variable display is being performed on the ordinary symbol display device 41, and when the second display flag is off, the variation is displayed on the ordinary symbol display device 41. It is considered that the display is stopped, which is a state where the display is stopped.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2101, the process advances to step S2102 to determine whether the value of the normal hold counter Nc is greater than zero. At this time, if the value of the ordinary hold counter Nc is 0, the present process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the variable display is not being performed and the value of the ordinary hold counter Nc> 0, the process proceeds to step S2103. In step S2103, 1 is subtracted from the normal hold counter Nc. In step S2104, a process of shifting the data stored in the normal fluctuation holding area is performed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas of the normal fluctuation holding area to the execution area side, and includes a first holding area → an execution area, a second holding area → The data in each area is shifted in such a manner as a reserved first area, a reserved third area → a reserved second area, a reserved fourth area → a reserved third area, and so on.

  Thereafter, in step S2105, a start setting process is performed. In this process, a process is performed to indicate that the condition for performing the switching display (variable display) on the ordinary symbol display device 41 is satisfied. Specifically, the second display flag is turned on, and the setting processing of the second display timer is performed. The second display timer is a means for measuring the fluctuation time (remaining time) of the fluctuation display performed by the normal symbol display device 41, and is referred to when determining whether a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the fluctuation display. Is done. In the present embodiment, in the normal mode, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation display performed by the normal symbol display device 41 is 2 seconds, and thus “500” is set in the second display timer. In the probability change mode and the time reduction mode, “100” is set in the second display timer. Based on the setting in the start setting process, when a control signal to start switching display (variable display) is output to the ordinary symbol display device 41 in the next external output process of the ordinary process, the ordinary symbol display is performed. Switching display is started in the device 41. As described above, the ordinary symbol display device 41 is configured to illuminate and display “O” or “X” as an ordinary symbol, and if “O” is displayed, “X”, “X” ”, The display is switched to“ O ”. Then, after the end of step S2105, the second display control process ends.

  By the way, when the affirmative determination is made in step S2101, that is, when the variable display is being performed on the ordinary symbol display device 41, the process proceeds to step S2106 to perform a second display timer subtraction process. Every time this process is performed once, the count value of the second display timer is decremented by one.

  Subsequently, the process proceeds to step S2107 to determine whether or not the count value of the second display timer is “0”, that is, whether or not the fluctuation time has elapsed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S2107, the second display flag is turned off in step S2108, and a normal symbol stop display setting for performing a stop display on the normal symbol display device 41 is performed in step S2109. Then, based on the setting contents of the normal symbol stop display setting, a control signal for performing stop display on the normal symbol display device 41 is output in the next external output process in the normal process. That is, when the winning is achieved, the symbol (winning symbol) (winning symbol) is stopped and displayed (for example, lighted for only a few seconds), and when the winning is lost, the symbol "x" is stopped and displayed.

  As described above, it is determined whether or not a winning has occurred based on the value of the ordinary symbol random number counter C4 stored in the execution area of the ordinary fluctuation holding area. Specifically, “5 to 153” among the numerical values 0 to 250 of the ordinary symbol random number counter C4 is the hit value.

  Subsequently, the process proceeds to step S2110, where normal symbol discrimination information setting processing is performed, and this processing ends. In this process, if the stop display corresponds to the winning, a setting process for opening and closing the start winning unit 33 is performed. Specifically, the second variable flag is turned on, and the opening time is set in the second variable timer.

  The second variable flag is determination information for determining whether the start winning unit 33 (opening / closing member 33c) is in the open state.

  The second variable timer is a means for measuring the opening time (remaining time) of the start winning unit 33, and is considered when determining whether or not a specified time has elapsed from the start of opening. In this embodiment, the opening time of the starting winning unit 33 is different between the high ball entry state (probable change mode and time reduction mode) and the low ball entry state (normal mode). “1000” is set for the timer, and “100” is set for the second variable timer in the low ball entry state.

  On the other hand, when a negative determination is made in step S2107, in step S2111, a switching display setting for continuously performing the switching display (variable display) of the ordinary symbol display device 41 is performed, and the process ends. Then, based on the setting contents of the switching display setting, a control signal for performing switching display on the ordinary symbol display device 41 is output in the external output processing in the next normal processing. Specifically, if the current lighting is “○”, the display is switched to “x”, and if the current lighting is “x”, the display is switched to “○”. Thereby, switching display (variable display) of the ordinary symbol display device 41 is realized at the timing of the second display control process, that is, every 4 ms.

  Next, the opportunity control unit control processing in step S208 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  First, in step S2201, it is determined whether or not a second variable flag indicating whether or not the start winning unit 33 (opening / closing member 33c) is in an open state is on. Here, if it is determined that the second variable flag is not ON (the start winning unit 33 is in the closed state), the present process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2201, that is, if the second variable flag is on, it is considered that the start winning unit 33 is in the open state, and a second variable timer subtraction process is performed in step S2202. Each time this process is performed once, the value of the second variable timer is decremented by one.

  Subsequently, the process proceeds to step S2203, and it is determined whether or not a specified opening time has elapsed by taking into account the value of the second variable timer after the subtraction. Here, when the specified open time has elapsed, that is, when the value of the second variable timer has become “0”, the determination in step S2203 is affirmative. If a negative determination is made here, the present process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when an affirmative determination is made in step S2203, the process proceeds to step S2204, and an end setting process is performed in step S2204, and then the present process ends. In the end setting process of step S2204, a process of turning off the second variable flag is performed.

  Various control signals are output to the start winning unit 33 in the next external output process of the normal process based on the on / off state of the second variable flag. When the second variable flag is ON, a control signal for opening the opening / closing member 33c is output to the start winning unit 33, and the start winning unit 33 is opened. On the other hand, when the second variable flag is off, a control signal for closing the opening / closing member 33c is output to the starting winning unit 33, and the starting winning unit 33 is closed (the opening / closing member 33c is closed). , It is impossible to enter a game ball into the lower winning opening 33b).

  Next, the payout control executed by the CPU 511 in the payout control device 311 will be described. For convenience of explanation, the reception interrupt processing will be described first with reference to FIG. 34, and then the main processing will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a reception interruption process executed by the payout control device 311. The reception interruption process is a process executed by interrupting when the payout control device 311 receives a command transmitted from the main control device 261. When the payout control device 311 confirms that the command transmitted from the main control device 261 has been received, another process executed by the CPU 511 in the payout control device 311 is temporarily suspended, and a reception interrupt process is executed. When the reception interrupt process is executed, first, in step S3001, the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is stored in the command buffer of the RAM 513, and in step S3002, the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is stored. The command reception flag is turned on, and the reception interruption processing ends. As described above, when the command is stored in the command buffer, the storage pointer is referred to and stored in a predetermined storage area, and the storage pointer is stored in order to store the next received command in the next storage area. Is updated.

  In the present embodiment, the process of receiving a command transmitted from the main control device 261 is performed by an interrupt process that is executed when the command is received. In the timer interrupt process, before the command determination process (step S3201) is performed, it is checked whether a command has been received. If the command has been received, the command is stored in the command buffer of the RAM 513. The command reception flag may be turned on, and if a command has not been received, the process may shift to a command determination process. In such a case, it is determined whether or not the command has been received by checking the port corresponding to the command input of the input / output port at predetermined intervals.

  Next, a main process of the payout control device 311 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the main processing of the payout control device 311. This main processing is started by a reset when the power is turned on.

  First, in step S3101, an initial setting process accompanying power-on is executed. Specifically, a predetermined value is set in the stack pointer, and an interrupt mode is set. Then, RAM access is permitted in step S3103, and an external interrupt vector is set in step S3104.

  Thereafter, in step S3106, it is determined whether or not power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 513a of the RAM 513. If the power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 513a, the RAM determination value is calculated in step S3107, and in subsequent step S3108, whether the RAM determination value matches the RAM determination value stored when the power was turned off. No, that is, the validity of the backup is determined. The RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at a work area address of the RAM 513. The validity of the backup can be determined based on whether or not the keyword written in a predetermined area of the RAM 513 is correctly stored.

  If the power-off occurrence information is not set in step S3106, or if a backup abnormality is confirmed by the RAM determination value (checksum value or the like) in step S3108, the process proceeds to step S3115 and subsequent steps to initialize the RAM 513. Transition.

  In step S3115, the entire area of the RAM 513 is cleared to 0, and in step S3116, an initial value of the RAM 513 is set. After that, in step S3117, the CPU peripheral devices are initialized, and the flow shifts to step S3114 to permit interruption.

  On the other hand, on the condition that the power-off occurrence information is set in step S3106, and that the RAM determination value (checksum value or the like) is normal in step S3108, the process at the time of power recovery (when power-off is restored) Process). That is, the stack pointer before the power is turned off is restored in step S3109, the information of the occurrence of the power cut is cleared in step S3110, and the payout permission flag for permitting the payout of the prize ball is cleared in step S3111. In step S3112, the CPU peripheral device is initialized, and in step S3113, the used registers are restored from the backup area 513a of the RAM 513. Further, in step S3114, interruption is permitted.

  After the interruption is permitted in step S3114, it is determined in the processing in step S3122 whether or not the power-off occurrence information is set in the backup area 513a. Here, if the power-off occurrence information is set, it means that the power has been cut off, and the processing after step S3123 is performed as a power failure process at the time of power-off. In the power failure process, first, the occurrence of each interrupt process is prohibited in step S3123, and the command determination process described later is executed in the next step S3124. Then, in step S3125, the contents of each register used by the CPU 511 are saved in the stack area. In step S3126, the value of the stack pointer is stored in the backup area 513a. In step S3127, the RAM determination value is calculated and the backup area 513a is calculated. And the RAM access is prohibited in step S3128, and the infinite loop is continued until the power is completely shut off and the processing cannot be executed. Here, the RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value in a stack area and a work area of the RAM 513 to be backed up.

  In the process of step S3122, the power-off occurrence information is confirmed after the process performed at the time of turning on the power, so that the amount of data stored in the backup area 513a of the RAM 513 is smaller than in the case where each process is in progress. Less and can be stored easily. Further, when returning to the state before the power is turned off, the amount of data stored in the backup area 513a is small, so that the state can be easily restored and the processing load of the payout control device 311 can be reduced. .

  Next, a timer interrupt process of the payout control device 311 will be described with reference to a flowchart of FIG. This timer interrupt processing is started periodically (in the present embodiment, at a cycle of 2 msec).

  In the timer interrupt processing, first, a command from the main control device 261 is obtained, and the command is determined (step S3201). This command determination processing will be described below with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart illustrating a command determination process performed by the payout control device 311. In the command determination process (steps S3124 and S3201), first, in step S3301, it is determined whether the command reception flag is on. The command reception flag is turned on when a command transmitted from main controller 261 is received in the above-described reception interrupt processing (see FIG. 34).

  If it is determined in step S3301 that the command reception flag is off, a new command has not been received from main controller 261 and the process ends. On the other hand, if the command reception flag is determined to be on in step S3301, the received command is read from the RAM 513 in step S3302, and the command reception flag is turned off in step S3303. By turning off the command reception flag in step S3303, the processing in steps S3302 to S3311 can be skipped until a new command is received, so that the control of the payout control device 311 can be reduced.

  In steps S3304 to S3306, the type of command read from the RAM 513 is determined. In step S3304, it is determined whether or not the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is a payout initialization command. In step S3305, it is determined whether or not the command is a payout return command. In step S3306, whether or not the command is a prize ball command. It is determined whether or not it is.

  If the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is the payout initialization command, it is determined in step S3307 whether or not the payout permission flag has been already turned on. Since the initialization of the RAM 513 has been instructed by the control device 261, the work area (area) other than the stack area of the RAM 513 is cleared to 0 in step S 3308, and the initial value of the RAM 513 is set in step S 3309. Thereafter, in step S3311, the payout permission flag is turned on, and the payout of the prize ball is set.

  As described above, the main control device 261 performs the initialization process of the RAM 503 after transmitting the payout initialization command, and the payout control device 311 performs the initialization process of the RAM 513 after receiving the payout initialization command. Is performed, the timing at which the RAM 503 is initialized and the timing at which the RAM 513 is initialized are substantially at the same time. Therefore, even if the payout control device 311 receives a command transmitted from the main control device 261 due to a shift in the initialization timing, the RAM 513 is initialized, and control corresponding to the received command cannot be performed. Can be prevented from occurring. Further, since the payout permission flag is turned on after the RAM 513 is initialized, the payout permission of the prize ball can be set reliably.

  On the other hand, if the payout permission flag has already been turned on in step S3307, this command determination process ends without clearing the work area of the RAM 513 and initializing the RAM 513. That is, the process of step S3307 prohibits the RAM 513 from being initialized with the payout permission flag set. Note that the payout initialization command is a command transmitted only when the RAM erase switch 323 is turned on when the power is turned on. Therefore, the payout initialization command is not received with the payout permission flag turned on. It is conceivable that the payout control device 311 has recognized as a payout initialization command due to the influence of noise or the like. Therefore, if the clearing of the work area of the RAM 513 (step S3308) and the initial value setting of the RAM 513 (step S3309) are performed while the payout permission flag is turned on, the payout is not performed when the winning ball remains. Although a bad effect is caused and a loss is given to the player, since the RAM 513 is prevented from being initialized in a state where the payout permission flag is turned on, it is possible to prevent a loss from being given to the player.

  If the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is the payout return command (step S3304: NO, step S3305: YES), the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 return to the state before the power was turned off. A payout permission flag is turned on in step S3311 to permit the payout of the prize balls. That is, when there is power-off occurrence information and the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 return to the state before the power-off, the payout of the prize ball is permitted. When the payout permission flag is turned on in the processing of step S3311, the processing based on the command stored in the predetermined storage area of the command buffer is completed, and the read pointer is set to the read pointer corresponding to the next storage area. Be updated.

  Further, if the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is a winning ball command (step S3305: NO, step S3306: YES), in step S3310, the received winning ball number is added to the total winning ball number and stored. In step S3311, the payout permission flag is turned on to permit the payout of the prize balls. At this time, the payout control device 311 sequentially reads the winning ball commands stored in the command buffer (ring buffer), and adds the winning ball number corresponding to the command to the total winning ball number stored in a predetermined buffer area. And memorize. Since payout of prize balls corresponding to the number of prize balls is performed based on the prize ball commands transmitted from the main controller 261, the prize ball commands are payout instruction commands for instructing payout of prize balls. . Further, when the prize ball command is received, the payout permission is set immediately, so that the prize ball can be paid out earlier for the winning. When the payout permission flag is turned on in the processing of step S3311, it means that the processing based on the command stored in the predetermined storage area of the command buffer has been completed, and the read pointer is set to the read pointer corresponding to the next storage area. Be updated.

  Note that the command transmitted from the main control device 261 is neither a payout initialization command (step S3304: NO) nor a payout return command (step S3305: NO), nor is it a prize ball command (step S3306: NO). The command determination process ends without turning on the payout permission flag.

  Here, the description returns to the flowchart of FIG. Upon completion of the command determination processing, in step S3202, it is determined whether the payout permission flag has been turned on in the command determination processing. Here, if the payout permission flag is not turned on, the present process is terminated as it is. That is, it is possible to prevent the payout of payout balls before the command is transmitted from the main control device 261.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S3202, firing permission is set in the firing control device 312 in step S3203, and the state return switch 321 is checked in step S3204. Execute the return operation. By this process, when the state return switch 321 is pressed when a payout error occurs, for example, when the payout motor is clogged with a ball, the payout motor is rotated forward and reverse to eliminate the clogged ball (return to a normal state). .

  After that, in step S3205, the setting of the lower plate full state or the lower plate full release state is executed according to the change of the state of the lower plate 15. That is, the full state of the lower plate 15 is determined based on the detection signal of the lower plate full switch, and when the lower plate is full, the setting of the lower plate full state is executed. Then, the lower plate full state release state is set.

  In step S3206, setting of a tank ball absence state (ball out state) or tank ball absence release state (ball presence state) is executed according to a change in the state of the tank ball. That is, the tank ball absence switch is determined based on the detection signal of the tank ball absence switch, and the tank ball absence state and the tank ball absence state are set. Execute the settings.

  Thereafter, in step S3207, for example, it is determined whether there is a state to be informed such as a lower plate full error, a tank empty error, and a payout error, and if there is a state to be notified, it is notified. That is, when it is determined that an error has occurred, the error display lamp 104 is turned on or a signal is output to the main controller 261.

  Subsequently, a payout control process of the winning ball and the lending ball is executed. Specifically, a payout number setting process is performed in step S3208, a motor control state obtaining process is performed in step S3209, and a motor driving process is performed in step S3210. In the present embodiment, a signal is output to the main controller 261 when the payout of the prize ball is performed. Note that a signal may be output to the main controller 261 even when the rental ball is paid out.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, when a payout error or the like occurs, the main control device 261 sends a signal to the external terminal board 204 based on a signal output from the payout control device 311 to the main control device 261. Although the corresponding signal is output, the input / output port 515 of the payout control device 311 and the external terminal board 204 (the input side of the photocoupler 497 of the relay board 491) are connected without passing through the main control device 261. Electrical connection may be made so that a signal corresponding to the external terminal board 204 is output from the payout control device 311 based on the signals in Step S204, Step S205, and the like.

  In step S3211, the state return switch 321 is checked to determine that the ball is not in the ball-pulling disabled state and that the ball-pulling operation is not started, and the payout motor 358a is driven to execute the ball-pulling process. In a succeeding step S3212, control of the vibrator 360 (vibration motor control) is executed on condition that the ball is clogged. Thereafter, the process returns to the start of the timer interrupt processing.

  As described in detail above, the external terminal board 240 is provided with ten insertion portions 402 into which wiring from an external device such as a hall computer is inserted so as to be arranged in the left-right direction. A terminal member 403, an operation member 404, and a coil spring 405 are provided, respectively. The operation member 404 includes a first operation member 404a and a second operation member 404b having different shapes of the extension portions 442 and 462, and the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b are alternately arranged with respect to the ten insertion portions 402 arranged in the left-right direction. . The operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a and the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b are separated from each other in the front-rear direction, which is the operation direction of the operation member 404. Therefore, even if the operation members 404 are arranged close to each other (the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b), a certain space can be secured around the operation units 452 and 476 of each operation member 404. As a result, the operation units 452 and 476 of each operation member 404 can be operated relatively smoothly. Accordingly, the operation members 404 adjacent to each other and the insertion portions 402 can be arranged close to each other while improving the operability of the operation members 404 to the operation portions 452 and 476, and the external terminal board 240 can be made compact. Can be achieved. Further, there is no need to reduce the number of terminal members 403 in order to reduce the size of the external terminal board 240, and the reduction in the number of terminal members 403 causes a decrease in crime prevention and a decrease in service to players. Things can be avoided. Of course, it is also possible to increase the number of terminal members 403 while suppressing a situation in which the external terminal board 240 is enlarged to reduce the installation space for other members.

  Further, in the present embodiment, by pressing the operation portions 452 and 476 of the operation member 404 forward, the holding protrusions 443 and 463 are separated from the column portion 413, and wiring from an external device can be inserted into and removed from the insertion portion 402. State (non-holding state). As described above, since the operation direction of the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a is the same as the operation direction of the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b, the operation of connecting the wiring from the external device to the terminal member 403 is performed. Performance can be improved.

  Further, when the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b are not operated, the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b is located behind the operation section 452 of the first operation member 404a. . Then, when the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is operated, the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is positioned before the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a in the non-operation state. At this stage, the holding projection 463 of the second operation member 404b is separated from the column 413, and a state in which wiring from an external device can be inserted into and removed from the insertion portion 402 is configured.

  For example, when wiring from an external device is connected to the insertion portion 402 corresponding to the second operation member 404b, the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b is located in front of the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a. When it is necessary to push the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b, the operator's finger or the like operating the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is caught on the operation unit 452 of the adjacent first operation member 404a. There is a possibility that it will. In this case, the operation unit 452 of the adjacent first operation member 404a is operated unintentionally, and wiring from an external device inserted and held in the insertion unit 402 corresponding to the first operation member 404a is lost. There is a possibility that it will fall out of the insertion portion 402. Further, when the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b is operated to form a space for inserting the wiring from the external device in the insertion section 402, the operator's finger contacts the operation section 452 of the first operation member 404a. For this reason, there is a concern that the operation may be impaired and workability may be reduced.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, when operating the second operation member 404b, the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b does not respond at a stage before the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a is located in front of the operation unit 452. The connection unit 402 is configured to be in a state where wiring from an external device can be inserted and removed. Therefore, it is possible to connect the wiring from the external device to the terminal member 403 corresponding to the second operation member 404b without displacing the adjacent first operation member 404a, and it is possible to suppress the above-described problem.

  In addition, in a state where the second protrusion 479 of the second operation member 404b is in contact with the regulating wall portion 438 and further displacement of the second operation member 404b forward is regulated, the second operation member 404b is The operation unit 476 partially overlaps the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a in the left-right direction. Therefore, for example, in order to secure a relatively large space around the operation units 452 and 476 of the operation member 404, the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a and the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b are largely separated from each other. In such a case, it is possible to suppress a situation in which the external terminal board 240 is increased in size.

  Further, the operation section 452 of the first operation member 404a located forward of the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b is located on the outer periphery of the main body section 401 (bottom wall section 411) more than the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b. Located on the side. Therefore, the operability of the first operation member 404a (the operation unit 452) can be significantly improved.

  Further, the second operation member 404b (and the first operation member 404a) is supported so as to be tiltable with respect to the main body 401, and is located behind the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a in the non-operation state. The operating portion 476 of the second operating member 404b is located closer to the outer peripheral side of the main body portion 401 (bottom wall portion 411) than the operating portion 452 of the first operating member 404a in the operating state of the second operating member 404b. It is configured. For this reason, when operating the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b, the finger operating the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b intends on the operation unit 452 of the adjacent first operation member 404a. It is possible to prevent a situation in which the user is not caught. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the operation section 452 of the first operation member 404a is operated without intention, and to improve the operability of the second operation member 404b. In addition, since the second operation member 404b (and the first operation member 404a) is supported so as to be tiltable with respect to the main body 401, the external terminal plate 240 having the above-described effects can be obtained while adopting a simple configuration. Can be obtained.

  The operation units 452 and 476 of the operation member 404 are provided with a finger hook 453 and a non-slip portion 455 protruding from the operation surface (rear surface). Therefore, when operating the operation units 452 and 476, it is possible to perform work by putting a finger on the finger hook 453, and the operability of the operation units 452 and 476 can be significantly improved. In particular, in the present embodiment, the operation member 404 is configured to be tilted. However, due to the presence of the finger hook 453, a situation in which the operator's finger or the like slips off the operation surface of the operation units 452, 476 may occur. Can be deterred.

  Further, operation recesses 454 are provided on the operation surfaces of the operation units 452 and 476. For example, in the case where the operation of connecting the wiring from the external device to the external terminal board 240 of many pachinko machines 10 is continuously performed, when the operator directly operates the operation units 452 and 476 with the finger, the operation is relatively easy. There is a concern that a heavy burden will be imposed. On the other hand, according to the present embodiment, since the operation recesses 454 are provided on the operation surfaces of the operation units 452 and 476, the tip of a tool such as a screwdriver is inserted into the operation recess 454 (pressed) to operate the operation unit 452. , 476 can be operated. Therefore, even when the operation of connecting the wiring from the external device to the external terminal boards 240 of the large number of pachinko machines 10 is continuously performed, the operator can perform the operation without causing the fatigue of the fingers.

  Further, the main body 401 is made of a transparent material. For this reason, among the signals output from the pachinko machine 10 (main control device 261) to an external device (hall computer), a fraudulent person should modify the external terminal board 240 so as not to output a signal that is inconvenient for him / her. Apply (remove the terminal member 403, interpose an insulator between the terminal member 403 and the wiring from the external device, interpose an unauthorized board on the back side of the external terminal board 240 (the mounting surface side to the pachinko machine 10), etc. ) Can be suppressed and detected early.

  Further, an opening 494 that penetrates in the thickness direction is formed in the relay board 491 that is electrically connected to the external terminal board 240. The external terminal board 240 is fixed to the relay board 491 so as to cover the opening 494, and is attached to the pachinko machine 10 in that state. For this reason, for example, even if an incorrect board is installed on the back side (front side) of the relay board 491, the incorrect board is inserted through the main body 401 of the transparent external terminal board 240 and the opening 494 of the relay board 491. Can be found to be installed.

  A photocoupler 497 is mounted on the relay board 491, an input side of the photocoupler 497 is electrically connected to wiring from the main controller 261, and a terminal member 403 of the external terminal board 240 is electrically connected to an output side. Connected. For this reason, the main control device 261 and the external terminal board 240 (and external devices such as a hall computer) are electrically insulated from each other, and only the signal output from the main control device 261 to the external device is permitted. ing. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which an incorrect signal from the outside is input to the main controller 251 via the external terminal board 240.

  Note that the present invention is not limited to the content described in the above embodiment, and may be implemented as follows, for example.

  (A) In the above embodiment, when the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is operated, the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is located before the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a. At this stage, the second protrusion 479 of the second operating member 404b abuts on the regulating wall 438 of the main body 401, and further tilt displacement of the second operating member 404b is regulated (operation of the first operating member 404a). (It does not go to the bottom wall 411 side than the part 452). In this case, the second protrusion 479 and the regulating wall 438 correspond to a limiting unit. By adopting this configuration, even if the operator vigorously operates the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b, the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b passes through the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a, and Is prevented from being located forward. For this reason, when operating the operation part 476 of the second operation member 404b, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the operator's finger gets caught on the operation part 452 of the first operation member 404a. Therefore, it is possible to more reliably prevent a situation in which the first operation member 404a is operated without intention. In a state where the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b is in contact with the regulating wall portion 438, a state in which wiring from an external device can be inserted into and removed from the insertion portion 402 corresponding to the second operation member 404b. It is assumed that.

  (B) In the above embodiment, there are two types of operation members 404 provided on the external terminal plate 240, the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b, but the operation parts 452 ( 476) may be shifted from each other, and for example, three types of operation members 404 having different shapes may be provided. However, it is desirable to use two types of operation members 404 in order to improve productivity, reduce costs, and the like. In addition, one type of operation member 404 is used, and the bottom surface (bottom wall portion 411) of each insertion portion 402 is formed to be raised every other in the left-right direction (projected rearward), and the operation members 404 adjacent to each other are formed. The front and rear positions of the operation unit 452 (476) may be different. However, in this case, since the configuration of the main body 401 is complicated, and it is necessary to form two types of terminal members 403 having different shapes, the operation member 404 is required to improve productivity and reduce costs. Are desirably two types.

  (C) In the above embodiment, the number of terminal members 403 provided on one external terminal plate 240 is not particularly limited, and can be changed for each pachinko machine 10, for example. In the above embodiment, the external terminal board 240 is attached to the pachinko machine 10 such that the longitudinal direction of the main body 401 (the bottom wall 411) is in the left-right direction. However, for example, the longitudinal direction is in the up-down direction. It may be attached as such. In addition, the top wall section 414 and the regulation wall section 438 of the main body section 401 may be omitted, and the finger hook section 453, the operation concave section 454, and the non-slip section 455 of the operation sections 452 and 476 of the operation member 404 may be omitted. Is also good.

  (D) In the above embodiment, the photocoupler 497 is interposed between the external terminal plate 240 and the main control device 261. However, instead of the photocoupler 497, wiring from the main control device 261 is connected. A relay (such as a photo interrupter) may be interposed between the input side and the output side to which wiring from an external device such as the hall computer 500 is electrically connected, or current may flow only from the main controller 261 to the hall computer 500 side. A diode may be provided so that the current flows. Further, the photocoupler 497 and the relay board 491 itself can be omitted.

  Note that the signal sent to the external terminal board 240 is not necessarily limited to the signal output from the main control device 261, and the main control signal from another control device (for example, the payout control device 311, the sub control device 262, etc.). A configuration in which a signal is output to the external terminal board 240 without passing through the device 261 may be adopted. In this case, the photocoupler 497 or the relay or the like may be interposed between the other control device and the external terminal plate 240.

  In the external terminal board 240 and the relay board 491, a light emitting diode electrically connected to wiring from an external device or a signal line from the main control device 261 may be provided. In this case, it is possible to check whether or not the wiring connection work related to the external terminal board 240 has been properly performed. In addition, it is possible to check for the presence or absence of an improper act such as preventing a signal from being transmitted from the main control device 261 to an external device by, for example, disconnection.

  Further, an opening may be formed in the inner frame 12 corresponding to the opening 494 of the relay board 491. In this case, in a state where the front frame set 14 is opened, an unauthorized portion between the external board 2401 and the rear side (front side) of the relay board 491 or between the external terminal board 240 and the relay board 491 through the opening from the front side of the inner frame 12. It is possible to confirm whether or not the substrate is installed, and it is possible to improve security.

  Although the opening 494 is formed in the relay board 491 in the above embodiment, for example, a portion corresponding to the opening 494 may be formed in a lattice shape, or a plurality of holes may be provided. Further, the opening 494 may be omitted (the opening 494 is not formed).

  (E) In the above embodiment, the holding projections 443 and 463 forming the holding means and the extending portions 442 and 462 forming the operating means are integrally formed as the operating member 404. The operating means may be configured separately, and the holding means may be linked to the operation of the operating means. However, it is desirable to form them integrally in order to prevent the configuration from becoming complicated and the productivity from decreasing. In addition, the shaft portions 444 and 464 may be configured separately.

  In the above-described embodiment, the wiring inserted into the insertion portion 402 is held by the urging force of the coil spring 405. For example, the wiring inserted into the insertion portion 402 is held by the holding protrusions 443 and 463. A locking means capable of locking the operating member 404 held in the state is provided, and after wiring from an external device is inserted into the insertion portion 402, the operating member 404 is manually operated to lock the operating member 404. May be configured to be locked. However, it is desirable to provide the coil spring 405 as in the above-described embodiment in order to avoid a decrease in workability of connecting the wiring to the external terminal plate 240. Further, the urging means for urging the operation member 404 is not particularly limited to the coil spring 405, but may employ, for example, a leaf spring or an elastic resin. However, in order to prevent the wire inserted into the insertion portion 402 from coming off, it is necessary to firmly hold the wire, so that the coil spring 405 is employed as in the above-described embodiment, or the locking means is used. It is desirable to use them together.

  (F) In the above embodiment, the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b are attached to the main body 401 so as to be tiltable, and the operation portions 452 and 476 are moved forward against the urging force of the coil spring 405. , The wiring can be inserted into and removed from the corresponding insertion portion 402 (non-holding state), but the configuration is not particularly limited to this. For example, with respect to the second operation member 404b, a wire can be inserted into the corresponding insertion portion 402 by pressing the operation portion 476 forward, and with respect to the first operation member 404a, the operation portion 452 is pulled backward. The operation may be configured so that a wire can be inserted into the corresponding insertion portion 402 by performing an operation. Further, for example, by pulling the respective operation units 452 and 476 of the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b backward, it may be configured such that wiring can be inserted into the corresponding insertion unit 402. . Further, the first operation member 404b may be configured to be displaceable back and forth in the same posture without tilting, or the axis of the operation member 404 may be extended back and forth, and the operation member 404 may be moved left and right. You may comprise so that it may tilt.

  (G) In the above-described embodiment, the classification of the jackpot state is different between the case where the game ball enters the upper winning opening 33a and the case where the game ball enters the lower winning opening 33b. It may be. Further, the content of the type of the jackpot state is not particularly limited. For example, a type may be set such that a low probability state is given after two rounds of jackpots.

  In addition, in the above-described embodiment, the “special probability change” may occur only when the ball enters the upper winning opening 33a. You may comprise so that "a certain change" may occur. When such a configuration is adopted, the rate (distribution rate) of occurrence of “special probability change” is different (for example, when entering the upper winning opening 33a than when entering the lower winning opening 33b). (A special probability change is likely to occur).

  Further, in the above embodiment, two starting ball entry means (upper winning opening 33a and lower winning opening 33b) are provided, but one may be provided, or three or more may be provided. Further, the number of game balls paid out when a game ball enters the upper winning opening 33a may be different from the number of game balls paid out when the ball enters the lower winning opening 33b. In addition, in the above-described embodiment, the starting ball entry means (upper winning opening 33a and lower winning opening 33b) are arranged vertically, and in the normal mode, it is almost impossible to enter the lower winning opening 33b. Although it has a configuration, it is not particularly limited to such a configuration. For example, two starting ball entry means may be arranged on the left and right, and the opening / closing member 33c may be omitted.

  (H) In the above embodiment, the second variable display based on the ball entering the lower winning opening 33b is given priority over the first variable display based on the ball entering the upper winning opening 33a. Although it is configured, the present invention is not particularly limited to such a configuration, and a variable display corresponding to the order in which the balls have entered the upper winning opening 33a and the lower winning opening 33b may be performed.

  (I) In the above embodiment, the main body 401 is made of a transparent resin, but may be made of a translucent or opaque (colored) resin. In the above embodiment, the operation member 404 is made of a colored (opaque) resin, but may be made of a transparent or translucent resin. Incidentally, when the main body 401 and the operation member 404 are made of a transparent resin, the back side (front side) of the external terminal board 240 can be easily seen through the external terminal board 240, so that the back side of the external terminal board 240 and the relay board can be seen. When an illegal board is disposed on the back side of 491, the effect of being able to detect such an illegal board earlier is exhibited. It should be noted that, by making the colors of the operation members 404 arranged on the left and right different from each other (corresponding to the color of the wiring) as in the above-described embodiment, the operation members 404 are made of a transparent (all the same color) resin. In addition, the correspondence between the wiring and the insertion portion 402 can be easily grasped, and the workability of connecting the wiring can be improved. Even when the colors of the operation members 404 are all the same, when the main body 401 is configured such that the peripheral portions of the insertion portions 402 arranged in the left and right directions are different in color, the same operation and effect are obtained. Is played. Also, for example, instead of making the colors different, a symbol, number, or character corresponding to the peripheral portion of the operation member 404 or the insertion portion 402 (for example, “Y” if the color of the corresponding wiring is yellow, and “B” if it is blue) And the like, the same operation and effect can be obtained.

  (J) In the above embodiment, the operation members 404 vertically opposed to each other with the insertion portion 402 interposed therebetween are the same type of operation units 404 (404a, 404b), but different types of operation members 404 are vertically opposed. It may be arranged. That is, the first operation member 404a and the second operation member 404b are vertically arranged to face each other with the insertion portion 402 interposed therebetween.

  (K) In the above embodiment, the first operation members 404a and the second operation members 404b are alternately arranged so as to be adjacent to each other in the left-right direction. However, the present invention is not particularly limited to such a configuration. For example, from the left side in rear view, “second operation member 404b” (hereinafter simply referred to as “second”), “first operation member 404a” (hereinafter simply referred to as “first”), “first”, It is arranged in the order of “second”, “first”, “first”, “second”, “first”, “first”, “second”, that is, “second” and “second”. The arrangement may be such that two “firsts” exist between the “first” and the “second”. Further, for example, from the left side in the rear view, “first”, “second”, “second”, “first”, “second”, “second”, “first”, “second”, “ It may be arranged in the order of "second" and "first", that is, arranged so that two "seconds" exist between "first" and "first". . Further, for example, “first”, “second”, “second”, “first”, “first”, “second”, “second”, “first”, “first”, “second”, “second”, It may be arranged in the order of "first" and "second", that is, two "first" and "second" may be alternately arranged.

  As described above, if three or more operation members 404 of the same type are not arranged side by side, a predetermined operation member 404 (404a, 404b) has a space on the side adjacent to the operation member 404 of the same type. Although there is no space for a finger or the like to enter when operating the operation member 404, there is no space on the side where different types of operation members 404 are adjacent (the adjacent operation members 404 are operated without intention). Enough space to avoid the situation). Therefore, basically the same operation and effect as those of the above embodiment can be obtained. However, when operating the operation units 452 and 476 with a finger, if the user tries to press the operation units 452 and 476 with the center of the finger, the fingers contact the operation units 452 and 476 of the adjacent operation members 404 of the same type. Therefore, from the viewpoint of improvement in operability and workability, the first operation members 404a and the second operation members 404b are alternately arranged in the left-right direction so as to be adjacent to each other as in the above embodiment. It is desirable that it is installed.

  (L) In the above embodiment, when the second operation member 404b is pressed forward, the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b is located closer to the outer periphery of the main body 401 than the operation section 452 of the first operation member 404a. Although it is configured to be located, it is not particularly limited to such a configuration.

  (L-1) For example, when the second operation member 404b is pressed, the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b is located behind the rear surface of the first operation member 404a (the operation units 404a and 404b). Is not overlapped with the first operation member 404a when viewed from the lateral direction). Here, the rear surface of the first operation member 404a is intended to be the rear portion of the second operation member 404b pressed forward and having the same position in the vertical direction as the operation portion 476 and the vicinity thereof. Even in the case of employing this configuration, a space can be secured around the operation portion 476 of the second operation member 404b to be pressed, and the second operation member 404b can be accurately (the adjacent first operation member 404a can be moved). (It is possible to operate without intentional operation). When this configuration is adopted, the operation portion 452 of the first operation member 404a is provided in the front-rear direction by providing a protrusion projecting rearward from the tip of the extension portion 442 of the first operation member 404a. Even if provided at substantially the same position as the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404 (because the vertical position of the operation unit 476 of the second operation member 404b in the operation state and the operation unit 452 of the first operation member 404a are shifted). A situation in which the operation of the operation member 404b is obstructed can be avoided.

  (L-2) For example, the extension portion 442 of the first operation member 404a is configured to be thinner (smaller in width) than other portions, and even when the second operation member 404b is operated, the second operation member in the up-down direction. The operation section 476 of the first operation member 404a may be configured to be located between the extension sections 442 of the first operation member 404a. In this case, with respect to the pair of first operation members 404a adjacent to each other on the left and right with the second operation member 404b interposed therebetween, the distance between the extension portions 442 is larger than the distance between the operation portions 452. Therefore, if the operation section 476 is configured to be positioned between the extension sections 442 in the up-down direction even when the second operation member 404b is operated, the operation section 476 of the second operation member 404b to be pressed is formed around the operation section 476. Space can be secured. In addition, when this configuration is employed, even if the operation unit 452 extends directly above or directly below the operation unit 476, the operation unit 452 and the operation unit 476 are vertically moved even in the operation state of the second operation member 404b. If they are separated, the operation of the second operation member 404b is not hindered by the operation unit 452.

  (M) It may be implemented as a pachinko machine of a type different from the above embodiment. In addition to pachinko machines, we have implemented various types of gaming machines such as arranged ball machines and similar sparrow balls, slot machines as spinning-type gaming machines, and a combination of slot machines and pachinko machines. May be. In addition, when applied to a slot machine, for example, when operating a start lever, operating each stop button, operating a bet button, bonus, paying out a medal, generating an error (improper detection), opening a door, replay probability, etc. In a mode where the power is up, a signal is output from the main controller to the external device via the external terminal board.

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The technical ideas that can be grasped from the above embodiment will be described below.

  In general, a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine is provided with an external terminal board on the back side for outputting a signal indicating a state of the gaming machine from the gaming machine to an external device such as a hall computer (for example, see Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. H11-163873). 2009-061067). Examples of the signal output from the gaming machine to the external device include a signal indicating occurrence of a jackpot, a signal indicating opening of a door (inner frame or front frame set) provided in the gaming machine, and occurrence of an error state (misconduct) Detection), and a data counter device which is installed in the gaming machine installation island in correspondence with each gaming machine on the gaming machine installation island and which teaches the player the number of jackpots in the current day. Used for display etc.

  Further, as described above, there are a plurality of types of information represented by signals output from the gaming machine to the external device, such as occurrence of a jackpot and occurrence of an error state, and signals representing various types of information are supplied to the external device through separate wires. It will be output to the device.

  By the way, in order to reduce the size of the external terminal board and to suppress the enlargement of the external terminal board when the various types of information are increased, workability in connecting wiring from an external device to the external terminal board is increased. There is a concern that this may lead to a decrease.

  The above-mentioned problem is not limited to the pachinko machine, but also applies to other gaming machines such as slot machines.

  The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-described problems and the like, and an object of the present invention is to suppress a reduction in connection workability even in a case where reduction in size or size is suppressed. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine having an external terminal plate that can be used.

Means 1. A main unit having a plurality of insertion portions into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal portion provided corresponding to the insertion portion, and conducting a predetermined electric signal to wiring from the external device,
A holding state that is displaceably attached to the main body and that can hold the wiring inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows the insertion and removal of the wiring to and from the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
The terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operating unit include an external output unit provided in plurality corresponding to each of the insertion units,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
A gaming machine, wherein the operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation unit of the second operation unit are out of position.

  According to the first aspect, the position of the operation unit of the first operation unit is shifted from the position of the operation unit of the second operation unit. For this reason, even if the first operating means and the second operating means are arranged close to each other, it is easy to secure a certain space around the operating part of each operating means, and the operating parts of each operating means are operated relatively smoothly. be able to. Therefore, it is possible to arrange the adjacent operation means, and furthermore, the insertion parts close to each other while improving the operability of each operation means to the operation section, and to make the external output means compact. In addition, there is no need to reduce the number of terminals in order to reduce the size of the external output means, and it is possible to avoid a situation in which the reduction in the number of terminals results in a decrease in crime prevention and a decrease in service to players. can do. Of course, it is also possible to increase the number of terminals while suppressing a situation in which the size of the external output means is increased, thereby reducing the installation space for other members.

  Note that the holding unit and the operating unit may be formed integrally, or the holding unit and the operating unit may be configured separately, and the holding unit may be linked to the operation of the operating unit. Further, an urging means for urging the holding means toward the holding state may be provided. In this case, it is possible to improve the workability when the holding means in the non-holding state is set to the holding state, and it is necessary to separately prepare a configuration (a locking means or the like) for maintaining the holding means in the holding state. Is eliminated, and the configuration can be simplified. The external device electrically connected to the external output means includes, for example, a hall computer of a game hall.

Means 2. A main unit having a plurality of insertion portions into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal portion provided corresponding to the insertion portion, and conducting a predetermined electric signal to wiring from the external device,
A holding state that is displaceably attached to the main body and that can hold the wiring inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows the insertion and removal of the wiring to and from the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
The terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operating unit include an external output unit provided in plurality corresponding to each of the insertion units,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
The operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation unit of the second operation unit among the operation units provided so as to be arranged in a specific direction are displaced in a direction intersecting the specific direction. A gaming machine characterized by:

  According to the second aspect, basically the same operation and effect as those of the first aspect can be obtained. Note that the second operating means does not necessarily have to be adjacent to the first operating means on both sides in the specific direction. If the second operating means is configured to be adjacent to at least one side of the first operating means, the operation may be performed. The operation and effect of securing a space around the operation unit of the means are sufficiently exhibited. Of course, by providing the second operating means adjacent to both sides of the first operating means, such an operation and effect can be achieved more reliably. Note that, among the operation means provided so as to be arranged in a specific direction, an operation section of a second operation means adjacent to at least one side of the first operation means in the specific direction; The operation unit is displaced in a direction intersecting the specific direction. "

Means 3. A main unit having a plurality of insertion portions into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal portion provided corresponding to the insertion portion, and conducting a predetermined electric signal to wiring from the external device,
A holding state that is displaceably attached to the main body and that can hold the wiring inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows the insertion and removal of the wiring to and from the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
The terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operating unit include an external output unit provided in plurality corresponding to each of the insertion units,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
The operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation unit of the second operation unit out of the operation units are displaced in the operation direction (displacement direction) of the first operation unit and the second operation unit. A gaming machine.

  According to the means 3, the position of the operation unit of the first operation unit and the position of the operation unit of the second operation unit are shifted in the operation direction of the first operation unit and the second operation unit. For this reason, even if the operation means are arranged close to each other, it is easy to secure a certain space around the operation section of each operation means, and the operation section of each operation means can be operated relatively smoothly. Therefore, it is possible to arrange the adjacent operation means, and furthermore, the insertion parts close to each other while improving the operability of each operation means to the operation section, and to make the external output means compact. In addition, there is no need to reduce the number of terminals in order to reduce the size of the external output means, and it is possible to avoid a situation in which the reduction in the number of terminals results in a decrease in crime prevention and a decrease in service to players. can do. Of course, it is also possible to increase the number of terminals while suppressing a situation in which the size of the external output means is increased, thereby reducing the installation space for other members.

Means 4. A main unit having a plug-in portion into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal portion provided corresponding to the insertion portion, for conducting an electric signal from predetermined control means to a wiring from the external device;
A holding state that is displaceably attached to the main body and that can hold the wiring inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows the insertion and removal of the wiring to and from the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
The main body unit includes at least three or more of the insertion units arranged in a specific direction, and an external unit in which a plurality of the terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operation unit are provided corresponding to each of the insertion units. Equipped with output means,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
The operating unit of the first operating unit, which is one side of the operating units adjacent to each other in the specific direction, and the operating unit of the second operating unit, which is the other side, are the first operating unit and the second operating unit. A game machine whose position is shifted in the operation direction (displacement direction) of the game machine.

  According to the means 4, basically the same operation and effect as those of the means 3 can be obtained.

  Note that the operating means adjacent to each other means an operating means provided corresponding to a predetermined insertion part and an operating means provided corresponding to the insertion part adjacent to the predetermined insertion part in a specific direction. I do. In addition, "the first operating means on one side and the second operating means on the other side of the operating means adjacent to each other in the specific direction are an operating part of the first operating means and a second operating means of the second operating means. The operation unit is provided so as to be separated from the operation direction of the first operation unit and the second operation unit by a predetermined distance (a distance enough to insert a finger between both operation units). " Good. In this case, more space can be secured around each of the operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation unit of the second operation unit, and the above-described operation and effect can be more reliably achieved.

Means 5. The operation direction of the first operation unit and the operation direction of the second operation unit when the holding unit in the holding state is in the non-holding state include the same direction,
The first operating unit operates the operating unit of the first operating unit to set the corresponding holding unit in the non-holding state, so that the operating unit moves away from the operating unit of the second operating unit. Displaced,
The second operating unit operates the operating unit of the second operating unit to set the corresponding holding unit to the non-holding state, so that the operating unit approaches the operating unit of the first operating unit. A displacement configuration,
When the operation unit of the second operation unit is operated, before the operation unit of the second operation unit passes through the operation unit of the first operation unit in a non-operation state in the displacement direction of the second operation unit. Wherein the holding means corresponding to the second operating means is in the non-holding state, and a wire from the external device can be inserted into the corresponding insertion portion. A gaming machine according to any of the above.

  According to the means 5, since the operation direction of the operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation direction of the operation unit of the second operation unit are the same, the workability of connecting the wiring from the external device to the terminal unit is improved. Can be done. Note that “the operation direction is the same” does not necessarily mean that the operation trajectory is exactly the same. For example, the operation direction of the first operation means is forward and the operation direction of the second operation means is What is necessary is that the directions include at least the same direction, such as the upper front direction. That is, it is possible to displace both operation means by applying a force in the same direction to the operation sections of the first operation means and the second operation means, and the corresponding holding means is disengaged by the displacement. The holding state can be set.

  Further, for example, in order to set the holding unit corresponding to the second operating unit to the non-holding state, in the operating direction of the operating unit, until the operating unit of the second operating unit passes through the operating unit of the adjacent first operating unit. When it is necessary to push the operation unit of the second operation unit, a finger or the like of an operator operating the operation unit of the second operation unit may be caught on the operation unit of the adjacent first operation unit. In this case, the operation unit of the adjacent first operation unit is operated without intention, and the holding unit corresponding to the first operation unit is in a non-holding state, and the wiring is disconnected from the corresponding insertion unit. There is a risk. In addition, before the corresponding holding unit is brought into the non-holding state by operating the second operation unit, the operation is inhibited due to the operator's finger touching the operation unit of the first operation unit, It is feared that the workability is reduced.

  On the other hand, according to the present means 5, when the operating section of the second operating means is operated, the operating section of the second operating means is moved in the direction of displacement of the second operating means. At the near side or at the same position, the holding means corresponding to the second operating means is in the non-holding state, and a state is formed in the insertion portion where a space for inserting wiring from an external device is formed. Therefore, it is possible to connect the wiring from the external device to the terminal corresponding to the second operation means without displacing the adjacent first operation means, and it is possible to suppress the above-mentioned problem.

Means 6. Limiting means for limiting the amount of displacement of the second operating means toward the non-holding state of the holding means is provided,
In a state in which the displacement of the second operating means is restricted by the restricting means, the operating section of the second operating means is located on the front side of the operating section of the first operating means or in the operating direction of the second operating means. 6. The gaming machine according to claim 5, wherein the gaming machine is configured to be located at the same position.

  According to the means (6), even if the operator vigorously operates the operation part of the second operation means, the operation part of the second operation means is passed over the operation part of the adjacent first operation means by the restriction means. Such a situation is prevented. For this reason, when operating the operation unit of the second operation unit, it is possible to more reliably prevent a situation in which the operation unit of the adjacent first operation unit is operated without intention.

Means 7. Limiting means for limiting the amount of displacement of the second operating means toward the non-holding state of the holding means is provided,
In a state in which the displacement of the second operating means is restricted by the restricting means, the operating section of the second operating means operates in a direction orthogonal to the operating direction of the second operating means. 7. The gaming machine according to claim 5, wherein the gaming machine is located at a position partially overlapping with the gaming machine.

  For example, when the operation unit of the first operation unit and the operation unit of the second operation unit are largely separated from each other to secure a relatively large space around the operation unit of each operation unit, the size of the external output unit increases. May be caused. On the other hand, according to the present means 7, such a problem can be suppressed.

Means 8. The first operating means and the second operating means are both configured to be displaced by operating an operating part, so that the operating part approaches a mounting part to which the external output means is mounted,
The operation unit of the first operation unit is located closer to the outer periphery of the main body than the operation unit of the second operation unit in the non-operation state. Gaming machine.

  According to the means 8, the operability of the first operation means can be improved.

Means 9. At least one of the first operating means and the second operating means is supported to be tiltable with respect to the main body,
The operating unit of the second operating unit is configured to operate at least the operating unit of the first operating unit to change the corresponding holding unit to the non-holding state. Located on the outer peripheral side of the main body,
The operating unit of the first operating unit is configured to operate at least the operating unit of the second operating unit to change the corresponding holding unit to the non-holding state. The gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 8, wherein the gaming machine is located on an outer peripheral side of the main body.

  According to the means (9), when the operating part of the first operating means or the second operating means is operated to set the corresponding holding means in the non-holding state, the operating part of the first operating means or the second operating means is operated. It is possible to suppress a situation in which a finger is unintentionally hooked on the operation unit of the adjacent second operation means or first operation means. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the operation unit of the first operation unit is operated without intention, and to improve the operability of the operation unit. In particular, when the operating unit of the second operating unit is operated corresponding to the means 5, the operating unit of the second operating unit and the operating unit of the first operating unit come close to each other. In the inner and outer peripheral directions of the main body, the two operating units are displaced in the inner and outer peripheral directions of the main body. Such a situation can be more reliably prevented.

  In addition, since at least one of the first operating means and the second operating means is supported to be tiltable with respect to the main body, the operation and effect of the present means 9 are achieved while adopting a simple configuration. External output means can be obtained. Further, corresponding to the means 8, at least the second operating means may be supported so as to be tiltable with respect to the main body.

  Means 10. The gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 9, wherein a finger hook protruding from an operation surface of the operation unit is provided.

  According to the means 10, when operating the operation unit, the operation can be performed by putting a finger on the finger hook unit, and the operability of the operation unit can be dramatically improved. In particular, when the operating means is tilted as described in the means 9, it is possible to suppress a situation in which a finger or the like of an operator slips off the operating surface of the operating unit. Note that the finger hook may be formed by forming a ridge extending in a direction orthogonal to the displacement direction of the operation unit on the operation surface of the operation unit. In this case, it is possible to more reliably prevent the worker's finger from coming off (sliding) from the operation unit.

  Means 11. The gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 10, wherein a recess is provided on an operation surface of the operation unit.

  For example, when the operation of connecting the wiring from the external device to the external output means of a large number of gaming machines is continuously performed, if the operator directly operates the operation unit with the finger, a relatively large load is applied to the finger. It is feared that it will. On the other hand, according to the means 11, since the concave portion is provided on the operation surface of the operating portion, the operating portion can be operated by inserting (pressing) the tip of a tool such as a screwdriver into the concave portion. Therefore, even when the operation of connecting the wiring from the external device to the external output means of a large number of gaming machines is continuously performed, the operator can perform the operation without causing fatigue of the fingers.

  In particular, as described in the means 8, the first operating means and the second operating means are both operated by operating the operating part, whereby the operating part is attached to the mounting part to which the external output means is mounted. When the external output means is viewed from the rear side of the gaming machine, all the recesses can be viewed, and the operation of the operation unit can be pressed forward by applying a tool to the recesses. The operation and effect of the means 11 can be more reliably achieved.

  Means 12. The gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 11, wherein the main body is made of a transparent material.

  According to the means 12, out of the signals output from the gaming machine (main control means) to the external device, the fraudulent person modifies the external output means so that the inconvenient signal is not output (terminal section). Suppress fraudulent acts such as removing the terminal, sandwiching an insulator between the terminal part and the wiring from the external equipment, and interposing a fraudulent board on the back side of the external output means (the mounting surface side to the gaming machine). Can be found.

Means 13. The external output means is electrically connected to a relay board electrically connected to predetermined control means,
The relay board is provided with an opening penetrating in the thickness direction, and the external output means is attached to the gaming machine in a state of being fixed to the relay board so as to cover the opening. A gaming machine according to claim 12.

  According to the means 13, even if, for example, an unauthorized board is installed on the back side of the relay board, the unauthorized board is installed via the transparent main body of the external output means and the opening of the relay board. Can be found.

  Means 14. Each of the terminal units of the external output unit is electrically connected to a signal control unit that permits only output of a signal from a predetermined control unit to an external device. The gaming machine described in Crab.

  According to the means 14, it is possible to prevent a situation in which an illegal signal from the outside is inputted to the predetermined control means (for example, the main control means) via the external output means. In addition, an input side electrically connected to predetermined control means, and an output side electrically connected to an external device, a relay board provided with a relay as signal regulation means electrically insulated, The external output means may be electrically connected to an output side of the relay. In this case, the operation and effect of the means 14 are more reliably achieved. Incidentally, examples of the signal regulating unit include a photocoupler, a photointerrupter and the like.

  The basic configuration of various gaming machines to which the above-described units are applied will be described below.

  A. The gaming machine in each of the above means is a ball game machine. As a more detailed example of the mode, "the operating means (game ball launching handle) operated by the player, the firing means (firing motor or the like) for playing the game ball based on the operation of the operating means, Ball game machine having a game area in which a game ball is guided and ball entry means (general winning ports, variable winning devices, operating ports, etc.) arranged in the gaming area.

  B. The gaming machine in each of the above means is a ball game machine provided with a game area extending in a substantially vertical direction. As a more detailed example of the mode, "the operating means (game ball launching handle) operated by the player, the firing means (firing motor or the like) for playing the game ball based on the operation of the operating means, The game ball is guided and extends in a substantially vertical direction in a predetermined game area (for example, the game area is constituted by a game board surface or the like), and each ball entry means (general winning opening, A variable prize device, an operating port, etc.), and the behavior of a game ball flowing down the game area is configured to be visually recognizable.

  C. The gaming machine in each of the above means, or each of the ball-ball gaming machines is a pachinko machine or a gaming machine similar to a pachinko machine.

  D. The gaming machine in each of the above means is a spinning-type gaming machine such as a slot machine. As a more detailed example of the mode, "variable display (specifically, reels, belts, and other rotating bodies with symbols) of identification information strings (symbol strings; specifically, reels or belts with symbols) composed of a plurality of pieces of identification information (symbols) And the like, and a variable display unit (specifically, a rotating unit such as a reel unit) for stopping and displaying the identification information sequence after the rotation of the start operation unit (specifically, the start lever). The change of the identification information (symbol) is started, and the change of the identification information (symbol) is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (specifically, the stop button). A turning-type gaming machine configured to provide a gaming value on condition that the information is specific identification information. "

  E. FIG. The gaming machine in each of the above means is a gaming machine of a type in which a slot machine and a pachinko machine are combined (especially a gaming machine of a slot machine specification using a game ball as a game medium). As a more detailed example of the mode, "variable display (specifically, reels, belts, and other rotating bodies with symbols) of identification information strings (symbol strings; specifically, reels or belts with symbols) composed of a plurality of pieces of identification information (symbols) And the like, and a variable display unit (specifically, a rotating unit such as a reel unit) for stopping and displaying the identification information sequence after the rotation of the start operation unit (specifically, the start lever). The change of the identification information (symbol) is started, and the change of the identification information (symbol) is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (specifically, the stop button). A game value is provided on condition that the information is specific identification information, and a ball tray (upper plate, etc.) is further provided to take in game balls from the ball tray, With payout means to pay out game balls For example, configuration and gaming machine "and the like as starting condition of the game is satisfied by the game ball is captured by the capturing means.

  10: Pachinko machine, 12: Inner frame, 14: Front frame set, 33: Start winning unit, 33a: Upper winning opening, 33b: Lower winning opening, 43L, 43R: Special display device, 203: Back pack unit, 224a, 224b start switch, 261 main control device, 262 sub control device, 401 main body portion, 402 insertion portion, 403 terminal member, 404 operation member, 404a first operation member, 404b second operation Member, 405: coil spring, 411: bottom wall, 412: partition, 413: column, 414: top wall, 427: bearing, 438: regulating wall, 443, 463: holding projection, 444, 464 ... A shaft, 452, 476, an operation unit, 453, a finger hook, 454, an operation recess, 491, a relay board, 494, an opening, and 497, a photocoupler.

Claims (1)

A main unit having a plug-in portion into which wiring from an external device is inserted,
A terminal unit provided corresponding to the insertion unit and transmitting a predetermined electric signal to wiring from the external device,
A holding state that can be displaced with respect to the main body, and that can hold the wire inserted into the insertion portion in contact with the terminal portion, and a non-holding state that allows insertion and removal of the wiring with respect to the insertion portion. Holding means capable of changing state to
Operating means capable of changing the state of the holding means in the holding state to the non-holding state,
In a gaming machine including an external output unit provided with a plurality of the terminal unit, the holding unit, and the operation unit,
The external output means is provided such that a plurality of the operation means are arranged in the left-right direction of the gaming machine,
The operation unit includes an operation unit operated when the holding unit in the holding state is changed to the non-holding state,
Among the operating means provided so as to be arranged in the left-right direction of the gaming machine, the operating part of the first operating means and the operating part of the second operating means have positions in a direction intersecting with the left-right direction of the gaming machine. Is configured to shift
The operation unit of the second operation unit when not operated is located behind the operation unit of the first operation unit when not operated , and
The external output means is electrically connected to a relay board electrically connected to predetermined control means,
The relay board has an opening penetrating in its own thickness direction,
The main body is made of a transparent material,
The gaming machine, wherein the external output means is attached to the gaming machine so as to cover the opening of the relay board .

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