公开(公告)号：US20070136817A1

公开(公告)日：2007-06-14

申请号：US11701921

申请日：2007-02-02

Applicant: Binh Nguyen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen

IPC: H04L9/00

CPC classification number: G06F21/10 ,  G06F21/105 ,  G06F2221/0793 ,  G06F2221/2109 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3241 ,  H04L9/3213 ,  H04L9/3247 ,  H04L9/3263 ,  H04L63/0272 ,  H04L63/08 ,  H04L2209/56 ,  H04L2209/60 ,  H04L2209/80

Abstract: Novel wager gaming systems and methods for wager game license management in a network utilizing peer networking technology are in the various embodiments. A network component, such as a server computer or a gaming machine, is deputized by a central licensing authority or other authorized license management component. The network component is deputized once it receives what may be referred to as a license deputizing certificate. Upon receiving this certificate or at some point thereafter, the deputized component is provided with various data relating to devices in the gaming network, wagering games available in the network, and network configuration data. The gaming network may have a primary network backbone and local peer gaming networks operating in conjunction with each other via the network backbone. A local peer gaming network may share wager game code, memory space, and other gaming-related resources. Once a network component is deputized to perform as an authorized license management component, it assumes the role of local licensing server for the gaming network or for a local peer gaming network. This component may be a gaming machine in a local peer network or an existing local license server which is now able to supply and manage the distribution of license tokens in a gaming network utilizing peer network technology.

Abstract translation: 在各种实施例中，使用对等网络技术的网络中的下注游戏许可证管理的新颖赌注游戏系统和方法。 诸如服务器计算机或游戏机的网络组件由中央许可授权机构或其他授权许可证管理组件代理。 一旦接收到可被称为许可证代理证书的网络组件就被代理。 在接收到该证书或者在此后的某个时刻，向代理部件提供与游戏网络中的设备相关的各种数据，网络中可用的下注游戏和网络配置数据。 游戏网络可以具有经由网络骨干彼此结合操作的主网络主干和本地对等游戏网络。 本地同行游戏网络可以共享下注游戏代码，内存空间和其他游戏相关资源。 一旦网络组件被代理以作为授权的许可证管理组件执行，则它承担游戏网络或本地对等游戏网络的本地许可服务器的角色。 该组件可以是本地对等网络中的游戏机或现有的本地许可证服务器，其现在能够使用对等网络技术在游戏网络中提供和管理许可证令牌的分发。

公开(公告)号：US20070094721A1

公开(公告)日：2007-04-26

申请号：US11567109

申请日：2006-12-05

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry Tolles

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry Tolles

IPC: H04L9/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/3251 ,  G06Q50/34 ,  G07F1/06 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: Methods and devices are described that authenticate portable tokens, such as plastic tokens used in casinos on card tables. The systems and methods assign authentication data to a token. The authentication data is verified when a person tries to redeem value on the token. A person's authentication data may be acquired via an interface provided by a gaming machine, for example, and the authentication data stored so that the authentication information is later be read when someone tries to redeem value on the token. Only a person who presents the tokens and authentication data could then negotiate such tokens.

Abstract translation: 描述了验证便携式令牌的方法和设备，例如卡表上的赌场中使用的塑料令牌。 系统和方法将认证数据分配给令牌。 当人尝试兑换令牌上的值时，会验证身份验证数据。 例如，可以通过由游戏机提供的接口获取个人的认证数据，并且存储所述认证数据，使得当有人尝试兑换令牌上的值时，稍后将读取认证信息。 只有提出令牌和认证数据的人才能协商这样的令牌。

公开(公告)号：US20070004510A1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-04

申请号：US11517861

申请日：2006-09-07

Applicant: Brian Underdahl ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Yuliya Hungate ,  Steven LeMay

Inventor： Brian Underdahl ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Yuliya Hungate ,  Steven LeMay

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3211

Abstract: Novel methods, devices and systems are described for forming displays and creating environments in a casino. Some implementations of the invention provide configurable gaming machine skins, which may be formed from electronic paper or the like. Casino environments may be created in accordance with a game theme and/or to indicate a group of players. The environment may include configurable surfaces of gaming machines and/or nearby surfaces, such as walls, floors and ceilings. Projected light and/or an audio system may be used to enhance the immersive and dynamic environment. Preferably, some or all of these features may be changed automatically when a game theme changes.

Abstract translation: 描述了在娱乐场中形成显示器和创建环境的新颖的方法，设备和系统。 本发明的一些实施方案提供了可由电子纸等形成的可配置游戏机外观。 赌场环境可以根据游戏主题和/或指示一组玩家来创建。 环境可以包括游戏机和/或附近表面的可配置表面，例如墙壁，地板和天花板。 投影光和/或音频系统可用于增强沉浸式和动态环境。 优选地，当游戏主题改变时，这些特征中的一些或全部可以自动地改变。

公开(公告)号：US20060252529A1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-09

申请号：US11471352

申请日：2006-06-19

Applicant: Joseph Hedrick ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Mike Kinsley

Inventor： Joseph Hedrick ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Mike Kinsley

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3234 ,  A63F2300/405 ,  G07F17/0014 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3202 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: A disclosed a player tracking unit provides a multimedia interface with a display and an interface to one or more sound projection devices and a multimedia board for processing digitally formatted program files for output on the multimedia interface. The player tracking unit may provide menus of audio and video programs, such as a menu for a musical jukebox or a menu for a video-on-demand service. Using a “TV-like” interface, a user may be able to select a program to output on the multimedia interface and control playback features of the program.

公开(公告)号：US20060073887A1

公开(公告)日：2006-04-06

申请号：US10958843

申请日：2004-10-04

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  James Stockdale ,  Craig Paulsen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  James Stockdale ,  Craig Paulsen

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

CPC classification number: G07F17/3258 ,  G07F17/3262

Abstract: A progressive jackpot system for allowing access to multiple wide area progressive jackpots at a gaming machine is described. The gaming machine connected to the progressive systems can be switched between two or more different progressive games where each progressive game provides the chance to win a different wide area progressive jackpot. The gaming machine may be operable to dynamically connect to and communicate with one or more different progressive systems. Switches can be triggered based upon a player input at the gaming machine or based upon a command received from a remote gaming device.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于允许访问游戏机上的多个广泛渐进累积奖金的累进累积奖励系统。 连接到逐行系统的游戏机可以在两个或更多个不同的渐进式游戏之间切换，其中每个渐进式游戏提供获得不同的广域累积累积奖金的机会。 游戏机可以可操作以动态地连接到一个或多个不同的渐进系统并与其通信。 可以基于游戏机上的玩家输入或基于从远程游戏设备接收到的命令来触发开关。

公开(公告)号：US20060068904A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-30

申请号：US11266636

申请日：2005-11-03

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  Michael B-Jensen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  Michael B-Jensen

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G06Q10/10 ,  G06Q20/207 ,  G06Q40/02 ,  G06Q40/123

Abstract: A payout administration method including automatically retrieving a plurality of electronic forms by a computer in communication with a gaming apparatus adapted to receive a wager from a player and to provide a payout based on the wager and a game outcome, at least one of the plurality of electronic forms selected according to a location of the gaming apparatus, retrieving stored data about the gaming apparatus and the player, and combining the plurality of electronic forms and the stored data to generate a plurality of completed electronic forms. The method also includes receiving an electronic player certification, and combining the electronic player certification and at least one of the plurality of completed electronic forms generated from stored data about the player to generate a certified completed player electronic form. A payout administration system operates according to the method.

公开(公告)号：US20060035703A1

公开(公告)日：2006-02-16

申请号：US11181093

申请日：2005-07-13

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3213 ,  G07F17/3202 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/3216 ,  G07F17/3241

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed for verifying the outcome of a game played on a gaming machine having at least one rotatable reel, the position of the at least one reel associated with the outcome of the game. The apparatus includes at least one image collection device arranged to collect one or more images of the reel(s) for use in verifying the position of the reel(s) at one or more times. Session data may also be collected and stored. In one embodiment, the image collection device comprises a camera, and the apparatus includes a controller and a memory for storing image information. In accordance with a method, image information regarding the position of the one or more reels of the gaming machine is collected. In one embodiment, the image and session information is stored locally and/or transmitted to a remote location via a communication link.

公开(公告)号：US20050282603A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-22

申请号：US10871068

申请日：2004-06-18

Applicant: Greg Parrott ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  Dung Hua

Inventor： Greg Parrott ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  Dung Hua

IPC: G06F3/00 ,  G06F3/01 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G10L17/00 ,  A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G06F3/013 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G10L17/00

Abstract: A gaming machine having a non-contact user interface and methods for receiving input to the gaming machine using the non-contact user interface are described. The gaming machine described can receive player tracking information associated with a player, where the player tracking information can include personalization information associated with the player. The gaming machine can receive a signal provided by the player at a non-contact interface device. Next, the gaming machine can decode the signal.

Abstract translation: 描述具有非接触式用户接口的游戏机和用于使用非接触式用户界面接收对游戏机的输入的方法。 所描述的游戏机可以接收与玩家相关联的玩家跟踪信息，玩家跟踪信息可以包括与玩家相关联的个性化信息。 游戏机可以在非接触式接口装置处接收由播放器提供的信号。 接下来，游戏机可以对信号进行解码。

公开(公告)号：US20050181870A1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-18

申请号：US10708168

申请日：2004-02-12

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

IPC: G07F17/32 ,  A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3223 ,  G06Q20/0855 ,  G06Q20/3674 ,  G06Q20/382 ,  G06Q20/4012 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: Various methods and systems for providing a reliable verification of a player at a remote gaming terminal are disclosed. This is done by providing gaming events remotely via a first mode of communication, establishing criteria for verifying the identity of a player, receiving a player request to participate in a gaming event remotely, obtaining personal information for that player via a second mode of communication, verifying that the obtained personal information is adequate, and permitting the requested gaming event to commence. Additional features can include a subsequent repetition of the steps of obtaining and verifying personal information, and permitting the gaming event to commence or continue. Personal information can include pictures and/or the geographic location of the player. A cellular telephone can be used to take pictures and determine the geographic location of the player, and both of these items can be transmitted via a cellular telephone call.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于提供远程游戏终端上的玩家的可靠验证的各种方法和系统。 这是通过经由第一通信模式远程提供游戏事件，建立用于验证玩家身份的标准，接收远程参与游戏事件的玩家请求，经由第二通信模式获得玩家的个人信息， 验证所获得的个人信息是否足够，并允许所请求的游戏事件开始。 附加功能可以包括随后重复获取和验证个人信息的步骤，并且允许游戏事件开始或继续。 个人信息可以包括玩家的图片和/或地理位置。 蜂窝电话可以用于拍摄并确定播放器的地理位置，并且这两个项目都可以经由蜂窝电话呼叫来发送。

公开(公告)号：US20050181860A1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-18

申请号：US10780088

申请日：2004-02-17

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/3267 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: A gaming device having a primary game and a secondary game is provided. The gaming device includes a primary game operable upon a wager by a player, and a secondary game, wherein a play provides a gaming element for the secondary game. The gaming element of the secondary game is provided by playing the primary game regardless of any event or outcome in the primary game. The secondary game can achieve a winning outcome with the gaming elements provided by playing the primary game.

Abstract translation: 提供了具有主游戏和辅助游戏的游戏装置。 游戏装置包括可以由玩家进行下注操作的主游戏和辅助游戏，其中游戏为次要游戏提供游戏元素。 辅助游戏的游戏元件是通过玩主游戏来提供的，而不管主游戏中的任何事件或结果如何。 次要游戏可以通过玩主游戏提供的游戏元素来获得胜利的结果。