公开(公告)号：US06892182B1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-10

申请号：US09688775

申请日：2000-10-16

Applicant: Rick Rowe ,  Bhavani Prasad ,  Franco Crivelli ,  Gary H. Sullivan ,  Marc A. Espin

Inventor： Rick Rowe ,  Bhavani Prasad ,  Franco Crivelli ,  Gary H. Sullivan ,  Marc A. Espin

IPC: G07F17/32 ,  G06F17/60

CPC classification number: G07F17/3248 ,  G06Q30/0209 ,  G06Q30/0225 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: A method and apparatus for generating and accounting for vouchers or tickets is disclosed. In accordance with a method of the invention, a voucher is issued by a voucher generation device associated with a gaming system which includes one or more gaming machines and a host. The method includes generating data regarding a voucher to be printed, creating a record regarding the voucher and printing the voucher at the voucher generation device. The generated voucher information is transmitted from the remote voucher generation device to the host. The printed voucher may be presented at the naming machine, with the authenticity of the voucher and its value determined by utilizing the voucher information stored at the host.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于生成和核算凭证或票据的方法和装置。 根据本发明的方法，由与包括一个或多个游戏机和主机的游戏系统相关联的凭单生成装置颁发凭证。 该方法包括生成关于要打印的凭证的数据，创建关于凭单的记录和在凭单生成装置上打印凭证。 生成的凭单信息从远程凭证生成装置发送到主机。 印刷的凭单可以在命名机器上呈现，凭证的真实性及其价值通过利用存储在主机中的凭证信息来确定。

公开(公告)号：US20050090313A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-28

申请号：US11011542

申请日：2004-12-13

Applicant: Rick Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe

IPC: G07F17/32 ,  A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3223 ,  G07F17/3234

Abstract: A method of monitoring and providing support to a gaming device that includes monitoring the gaming device to determine an occurrence of an event, generating a message regarding the event, encoding the message, transmitting the message to a remote location over a communication link, receiving the message at the remote location, decoding the message, analyzing the message, and initiating a response to the message. In one embodiment, the event comprises an error or fault and the message regarding the event is transmitted using the simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP). Embodiments of the invention comprise apparatus forming a part of a gaming network or system including gaming devices such as gaming machines. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises servers associated with a remote service center and message data storage.

Abstract translation: 一种监测和提供对游戏设备的支持的方法，包括监视游戏设备以确定事件的发生，产生关于事件的消息，对消息进行编码，通过通信链路将消息发送到远程位置，接收 消息，解码消息，分析消息，并发起对消息的响应。 在一个实施例中，事件包括错误或故障，并且使用简单邮件传输协议（SMTP）发送关于事件的消息。 本发明的实施例包括形成游戏网络或包括诸如游戏机的游戏设备的系统的一部分的装置。 在一个实施例中，该设备包括与远程服务中心和消息数据存储相关联的服务器。

公开(公告)号：US20120190433A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-26

申请号：US13356979

申请日：2012-01-24

Applicant: Rick Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q20/108 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3239 ,  G07F17/3255 ,  G07F17/3281

Abstract: Financial and player tracking/reward transactions are facilitated by a system including at least one server and a plurality of gaming machines. The server has a memory containing data files corresponding to players that contain information such as credits or monies in an account belonging to the player. The data files also contain player tracking information, such as points awarded to a player based upon their game play. Players are issued media in the form of player cards having identification information thereon that may be used to access the player's account or files. A player and a casino may manage the player's accounts, such as by placing criteria upon the account, including the use of associated credits. A player may play a game using credits associated with their account, manage their accounts, including viewing financial and game play or reward information and transfer funds into and out of an account.

Abstract translation: 包括至少一个服务器和多个游戏机的系统促进了财务和玩家跟踪/奖励交易。 服务器具有包含对应于玩家的数据文件的内存，该玩家在属于玩家的帐户中包含信用或信用额等信息。 数据文件还包含玩家跟踪信息，例如根据玩家的游戏得分给玩家的积分。 播放器以具有识别信息的播放器卡的形式发行媒体，该标识信息可用于访问玩家的帐户或文件。 玩家和赌场可以管理玩家的帐户，例如通过在账户上放置标准，包括使用相关信用。 玩家可以使用与他们的帐户相关联的信用来玩游戏，管理他们的帐户，包括观看财务和游戏玩法或奖励信息，并将资金转入和退出账户。

公开(公告)号：US20110073248A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-31

申请号：US12961304

申请日：2010-12-06

Applicant: Rick Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe

IPC: B32B38/10 ,  B32B37/12

CPC classification number: A45C11/00 ,  A45D34/00 ,  A45D42/00 ,  A45D2200/1027 ,  A45D2200/1063 ,  Y10S206/812 ,  Y10T156/10

Abstract: A portable or disposable package of tissues includes a reflective surface. The surface may be directly associated with the package. In another embodiment, the reflective surface is associated with another body which is connected to the package. That body may be removable from the package, so that it may be used with successive packages after the tissues in prior packages have been exhausted and the package disposed of.

Abstract translation: 便携式或一次性包装的组织包括反射表面。 表面可以直接与包装相关联。 在另一个实施例中，反射表面与连接到包装的另一个主体相关联。 该主体可以从包装中移除，使得其可以在先前包装中的组织已经耗尽并且包装处理之后与连续的包装一起使用。

公开(公告)号：US20110015934A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-20

申请号：US12876382

申请日：2010-09-07

Applicant: Rick Rowe ,  Jean-Louis Fiorucci

Inventor： Rick Rowe ,  Jean-Louis Fiorucci

IPC: G06Q30/00 ,  G08G1/14

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0259 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0237 ,  G06Q30/0268 ,  G06Q50/30 ,  G08G1/14 ,  G08G1/141

Abstract: A promotion distribution system that distributes promotions based on where a user has parked provides the benefit of allowing providers or merchants to target promotions to particular areas where users park. The target areas may be remote from a merchant's location. In addition, since there are a vast number of vehicle drivers and passengers that park, the system provides a large audience for merchant promotions. The system may comprise one or more parking locators that detect the presence of a vehicle within a vicinity. A repository server and parking kiosk may retrieve promotions for presentation to a user based on where the user has parked and the area in which a promotion is targeted.

Abstract translation: 根据用户停放的地点分发促销活动的促销分配系统提供允许提供商或商家将促销活动定位到用户驻留的特定区域的优点。 目标区域可能远离商家的位置。 另外，由于有大量的车辆司机和乘客停放，所以系统为商家的促销提供了大量的观众。 该系统可以包括一个或多个停车定位器，其检测在附近的车辆的存在。 存储库服务器和停车亭可以基于用户已经停放的位置和促销的目标区域来检索用于呈现给用户的促销。

公开(公告)号：US07780529B2

公开(公告)日：2010-08-24

申请号：US10116680

申请日：2002-04-04

Applicant: Rick Rowe ,  Daryn Kiely ,  Derrick Price ,  Laura Hunt ,  Larry Lewis ,  Timothy Moser

Inventor： Rick Rowe ,  Daryn Kiely ,  Derrick Price ,  Laura Hunt ,  Larry Lewis ,  Timothy Moser

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  G06Q30/0209 ,  G06Q50/34 ,  G07F17/3237 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: A system for monitoring game play is disclosed. The system includes at least one gaming device adapted to present a game to a player and generate game play data. A communication link is provided between the gaming device and a host over which game play data, including player information, is transmitted. The host is adapted to store, manipulate, display and otherwise use the data. In one embodiment, the host is arranged to generate an interface for display by a display device. Game play information is displayed with the interface. In one embodiment, game play information regarding one or more gaming machines is displayed real-time by the interface. Filters may be used upon and reports generated using the game play information. In one embodiment, the system includes one or more portable, hand-held devices for displaying the interface and information.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于监视游戏的系统。 该系统包括适于向游戏者呈现游戏并产生游戏数据的至少一个游戏设备。 在游戏装置和主机之间提供通信链接，通过该主机发送包括玩家信息的游戏播放数据。 主机适用于存储，操作，显示和以其他方式使用数据。 在一个实施例中，主机被布置成生成用于由显示设备显示的接口。 界面显示游戏信息。 在一个实施例中，通过界面实时地显示关于一个或多个游戏机的游戏信息。 可以使用过滤器，并使用游戏信息生成报告。 在一个实施例中，系统包括用于显示接口和信息的一个或多个便携式手持式设备。

公开(公告)号：US07526447B2

公开(公告)日：2009-04-28

申请号：US10652155

申请日：2003-08-28

Applicant: Rick Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe

IPC: G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q10/00

CPC classification number: G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q20/108 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3239 ,  G07F17/3255 ,  G07F17/3281

Abstract: One or more methods and apparatus for facilitating financial and player tracking/reward transactions. In one embodiment, a system includes at least one server and a plurality of gaming machines and/or a game generator for transmitting game information to a remote game play location. The server has a memory containing data files corresponding to players. The data files contain information such as credits or monies in an account which belong to the player or which may be used by the player to play games. The data files also contain player tracking information, such as points awarded to a player based upon their game play. In one embodiment, players are issued media in the form of player cards having identification information thereon. The identification information is used to access the player's account or files, such as at a gaming machine. A player and a casino may manage the player's accounts, such as by placing criteria upon the account, including the use of associated credits. A player may play a game using credits associated with their account. A player may also manage their accounts, including viewing financial and game play or reward information and transfer funds into and out of an account.

公开(公告)号：US07347761B2

公开(公告)日：2008-03-25

申请号：US11120362

申请日：2005-05-02

Applicant: Rick Rowe ,  John Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe ,  John Rowe

IPC: A63H17/00

CPC classification number: A01K15/026 ,  A63H11/10 ,  A63H17/262 ,  A63H30/04

Abstract: A toy is comprised of a propulsion system, such as a frame rollably supported by one or more driven wheels. The toy may be configured generically to include one or more platforms and a mounting bracket for connecting or supporting a variety of elements for transport and the remote control is used to control the toy, such as to cause the toy to move forward, in reverse, to stop, and to turn. In one embodiment the toy is utilized to entertain a pet, the toy having an animal likeness connected thereto. The animal likeness maybe animated and controlled remotely as well. The animal likeness is enticing to a pet in engaging in hunting and tracking of the toy.

Abstract translation: 玩具由推进系统构成，例如由一个或多个从动轮可滚动地支撑的框架。 玩具可以一般配置为包括一个或多个平台和用于连接或支撑用于运输的各种元件的安装支架，并且遥控器用于控制玩具，例如使玩具向前移动， 停止，转身。 在一个实施例中，玩具用于招待宠物，玩具具有与之相连的动物相似性。 动物相似也可以动画化和远程控制。 动物的形象吸引着宠物进行狩猎和跟踪玩具。

公开(公告)号：US07083520B2

公开(公告)日：2006-08-01

申请号：US10242149

申请日：2002-09-11

Applicant: Rick Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  G06Q30/0209 ,  G06Q30/0212 ,  G07F17/3239 ,  G07F17/3241

Abstract: A system includes a media distribution system including displays located in guest rooms of a hotel. A game play system and player tracking system of a casino are linked to the media distribution system. A player located in a guest room is confirmed as enrolled in a player rewards program by confirmation of identity with the player tracking system or by enrolling the player in the program by sending identification information from a hospitality/reservation system of the hotel to the player tracking system. Game data is provided from the game play system to the media distribution system and is distributed to the player's in-room display. The data is used to generate a game for play by the player on a promotional/demonstrative basis without placing a wager or bet. The player's game play activities are tracked for use in generating a player reward independent of the outcome of the games played.

公开(公告)号：US20060154558A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-13

申请号：US11120362

申请日：2005-05-02

Applicant: Rick Rowe ,  John Rowe

Inventor： Rick Rowe ,  John Rowe

IPC: A63H17/00 ,  A63H13/00

CPC classification number: A01K15/026 ,  A63H11/10 ,  A63H17/262 ,  A63H30/04

Abstract: A toy is comprised of a propulsion system, such as a frame rollably supported by one or more driven wheels. The toy may be configured generically to include one or more platforms and a mounting bracket for connecting or supporting a variety of elements for transport and the remote control is used to control the toy, such as to cause the toy to move forward, in reverse, to stop, and to turn, and in one embodiment. In one embodiment the toy is utilized to entertain a pet, the toy having an animal likeness connected thereto. The animal likeness may be animated and controlled remotely as well. The animal likeness is enticing to a pet in engaging in hunting and tracking of the toy.

Abstract translation: 玩具由推进系统构成，例如由一个或多个从动轮可滚动地支撑的框架。 玩具可以一般配置为包括一个或多个平台和用于连接或支撑用于运输的各种元件的安装支架，并且遥控器用于控制玩具，例如使玩具向前移动， 停止和转动，并且在一个实施例中。 在一个实施例中，玩具用于招待宠物，玩具具有与之相连的动物相似性。 动物形象也可以远程动画化和控制。 动物的形象吸引着宠物进行狩猎和跟踪玩具。